October 2001 Anthrax Attacks to be Recalled During DC Event

Maibox Sealed to Prevent Anthrax Spread, 2001

In October 2001, anthrax attacks killed postal workers in New York City and Washington, DC. The episodes led to an FBI investigation that provided more doubt than certainty.

The anthrax affair will be noted, at least in the District, this Friday during commemorative services at an area church. The US Postmaster General and others will speak at the event, according to a story in the Washington Post.

Vegas Puts Stamp on Liberty

The face on the US Postal Service's newly issued Statue of Liberty stamp looks like the bronze monument in New York Harbor. However, looks can be deceiving. In this case, the stamp's face is based on the Statue of Liberty replica in Las Vegas. You can't make this stuff up: here's The New York Times article on the episode.