First Day Issues From Multiple Official Cities 1847-1947

Seeking a data source or publication that identifies U.S. stamp issues with First Day Covers postmarked from multiple official cities (such as the 1944 Telegraph Centenary #924, with FDCs from Baltimore and Washington, DC). All years 1847-1947. Which was the first? Assistance appreciated.

philipwl,

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The most convenient list is a section titled "First Day Covers" about midway through the Scott U.S. Specialized catalog.

Thanks very much for your quick reply. Just what I needed.