Lot
1307 
Greeley C.T., June 6, manuscript postmark and matching "X" cancel on 3¢ ultramarine (114) on 1870 cover to Washington, Pa., Very Fine, an early use from this recently opened office, ex-Bauer. Estimate $200 - 300.
The Greeley Post Office was started on April 21st 1870, to serve the postal needs of the new town settled by the New York organized Union Colony. It took its name quite naturally from its sponsor, Horace Greeley, famous editor and owner of the New York Tribune.
Realized: $120