Goddard's Postal Pass Signed by Ben Franklin
The Second Continental Congress named Benjamin Franklin the first Postmaster General of the Constitutional Post. William Goddard, the original creator of the Post, was deeply disappointed at being passed over for the position. Instead he reluctantly agreed to serve as Riding Surveyor for the Post. This pass, signed by Franklin, allowed Goddard to travel as necessary in his new position.
Exhibit at the National Postal Museum, Washington, D.C.
Goddard's Postal Pass Signed by Ben Franklin
The Second Continental Congress named Benjamin Franklin the first Postmaster General of the Constitutional Post. William Goddard, the original creator of the Post, was deeply disappointed at being passed over for the position. Instead he reluctantly agreed to serve as Riding Surveyor for the Post. This pass, signed by Franklin, allowed Goddard to travel as necessary in his new position.
Exhibit at the National Postal Museum, Washington, D.C.