Respondent presented much evidence that financial records at Starkville were not maintained properly, and that no one could tell with any certainty what some of the trust and suspense entries were based on. Respondent argues that Petitioner is responsible for this, because a postmaster is responsible for the overall management of the office. DCA 97-38, June 13, 1997. Because Respondent has not proved a loss, the Petition is sustained. Bruce R. Houston Chief Administrative Law Judge 1.
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That number is not found anywhere else, however, nor was there any testimony about it. This document is found in the case file as an additional exhibit submitted by Respondent on March 25, 1999. Respondent questioned the authenticity of this document on cross-examination, but offered no evidence to disprove its authenticity.