Southern Rhodesia: Department of Posts & Telegraphs – Postal Notice No.13 of 1932
Department of Posts and Telegraphs
Postal Notice: No.13 of 1932
Details
- Date: 13 April 1932
- Notice: 13/1932
- Series: 1932 – Victoria Falls
Postal Notice: No.13 of 1932
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