Howdy, all.
Since The Shootist is mailed at the presorted standard rate, (equivalent to what used to be called 3rd class) the Post Office can hold these for a short time until the delivery load is smaller.
If we (as in NCOWS) wanted to pay the premium price that is charged to Periodical mail (what used to be 2nd class which meant it carried the same delivery restrictions, ie: ASAP: no waiting allowed, just like a 1st class letter) we could, but it'd be quite a bit more expensive.
The end result would be that our membership fees would HAVE to expand.
And no, just 'cause I'm a Postal Mail Carrier, I get no special treatment, free stamps, etc. Still waiting for My copy to arrive!