Sold – Benjamin Franklin Signature As President of Pennsylvania
Franklin returned to Philadelphia from France in 1785. Though in his 80th year, he resumed active roles in the Pennsylvania Society for Promoting the Abolition of Slavery, the American Philosophical Society, and the University of Pennsylvania.
In special balloting on October 18, 1785, he was unanimously elected the sixth President of the...
Franklin returned to Philadelphia from France in 1785. Though in his 80th year, he resumed active roles in the Pennsylvania Society for Promoting the Abolition of Slavery, the American Philosophical Society, and the University of Pennsylvania.
In special balloting on October 18, 1785, he was unanimously elected the sixth President of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, replacing John Dickinson. The office of President of Pennsylvania was analogous to the modern position of Governor. Franklin held that office for slightly over three years, serving the Constitutional limit of three full terms. In mid-term, he attended the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and although he was too weak to stand, his good humor and gift for compromise helped to craft and pass the Constitution of The United States.
Officially, Franklin’s term concluded on November 5, 1788, but there is some question regarding the de facto end of his term, suggesting that the aging Franklin may not have been actively involved in the day-to-day operation of the Council toward the end of his time in office.
A beautiful signature of Franklin signed as President of Pennsylvania, probably between 1785-7. It is perfect for framing.
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