President George Washington named him the nation’s first postmaster general in 1789, a post which he held until resigning in 1791. In 1803, Thomas Jefferson promoted Osgood to naval officer at the port of New York, a position Osgood held until his death. LS, one page, 7.75 x 10, November 14, 1786. Letter sent from the Board of Treasury concerning financial matters, reading, in part: “Your wish to know whether the Books for keeping your Accounts are to be sent to you or whether you shall procure them—it will be best for you to procure such Books.” Also signed by Walter Livingston and Arthur Lee. In very good condition, with scattered light toning and soiling, repair to paper loss along left edge, intersecting folds, and several pencil notations. RRAuction COA.
