Secret Service Of The Post Office Department (1886)

The Secret Service of the Post Office Department, written by Patrick Henry Woodward and originally published in 1886, is a historical account of the United States Post Office Department's efforts to combat mail fraud and protect the integrity of the mail system. The book provides a detailed overview of the history of the Post Office Department, including its formation, evolution, and the role it played in the development of the United States. Woodward also explores the history of mail fraud, including various types of scams and schemes that were used to defraud individuals and businesses through the mail.The book provides an in-depth look at the work of the Post Office Department's secret service, which was created in 1861 to combat mail fraud and other criminal activities related to the mail system. Woodward describes the methods used by the secret service, including surveillance, undercover work, and intelligence gathering, and provides numerous examples of successful investigations and arrests. He also discusses the challenges faced by the secret service, including political interference and limited resources.Overall, The Secret Service of the Post Office Department is a fascinating historical account of the early days of the United States Post Office Department and the efforts made to protect the mail system from fraud and criminal activity. The book provides a valuable insight into the development of law enforcement in the United States and the challenges faced by those tasked with protecting the public from criminal activity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.