Samuel Chase to Benjamin Franklin, August 4, 1775

Annapolis. Augt. 4th. 1775

Dear Sir:

Colo. Harrison yesterday having informed Me that a Constitutional Post Office is now established, and that You are appointed the Head of that Department, 9 the present Deputies I doubt not will be removed, particularly in this City and Baltimore Town.

Give Me Leave to recommend Mr. York as a Rider from Philadelphia. I never heard an Imputation on his Character and We have experienced his Diligence Sobriety, Punctuality and obliging Behavior. Our Letters have been frequently trusted to his Care and always delivered, I cannot therefore but wish he may be employed. I am Sir with Respect Your Most obedient Servant

Saml. Chase