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Rhode Island Tercentenary Issue
Statue of Founder Roger Williams
300th Anniversary of the Settlement of Rhode Island
Issued on May 4, 2025 in Providence, RI - Scott #777

1st Kilton Cachet with Unofficial City First Day Cancel
Wood River Junction, RI - Planty 61a

The Post Office at Wood River Junction, (Richmond Township, Washington County) was established on June 14, 1889. The first Postmaster was Rouse F. Hoxsie. This Post Office is currently in operation.

Source: Rhode Island Postal History: The Post Offices - Merolla, Jackson & Crowther