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A Lucky Dog
Owney, U.S. Rail Mail Mascot

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The true story of the official mascot of the U.S. Rail Mail service, A Lucky Dog is a must have for any dog lover, stamp collector, or railroad enthusiast!

It was a thunderous and stormy night when a stray mutt wandered into the Albany Post Office looking for shelter. From those humble beginnings, Owney became one of the most famous and well-travelled dogs in American history! (read more)

Ages 6 to 10     
ISBN 0-9632459-0-2
32 Pages
29 Color Illustrations

"Ms. Kenna's wonderful illustrations lovingly illustrate the text and offer a glimpse of life at the turn of the century from inside the post office where Owney lived for nine years, to mail wagons and mail cars."
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Pooch is Stamped as a Legend
Albany Times Union

 



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