The SP&S had
three RPO routes on the system. Most people think of the mainline from Portland to
Spokane, but the Astoria line and Oregon Trunk each had one as well. The "Spokane, Pasco &
Portland" RPO operated on the mainline, the "Portland & Seaside" RPO
operated on the A-line and the "Fallbridge & Culver" RPO
operated on the Trunk..
Other postally related items are perfins.
These are stamps that were purchased by the company for use in mailing company
business. The stamp is punched with the initials of the company in a descending
diagonal pattern. Many large companies across the country used this practice
to discourage employees from pilfering postage for their personal use.