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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 10, 2008

Contact: Bob Boisselle
978-664-7722
Robert.f.boisselle@usps.gov

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Francine Lopes installed postmaster of Chester

Francine Lopes being sworn in

FRANCINE B. LOPES was sworn in as postmaster of Chester on Friday, Nov. 7, in the Chester Railway Station Museum. Massachusetts Postal District Manager John W. “Mike” Powers III administered the oath of office while the new postmaster’s husband, Steven, held the Bible.

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