Stetson Amos William (2 results)

1 sheet. 8 x 5 inches. Manuscript order & receipt for hats from vendors William Barry & Co., signed May 22nd, 1822 by Amos Stetson, Braintree. Amos Stetson III (1777-1859)was a successful Braintree merchant. See Oscar Frank Stetson, ed; Descendants of Cornet Robert Stetson of Scituate, Massachusetts, Vol. 1). Very good, folded, edge worn, light soiling and ink staining. …

Condition: fine. ~~ Sabin 35233. A discussion of the notion of prosperity during the time of the American Civil War. The printers, Geo. C. Rand & Avery, were associated with the American Tract Society. l2mo, 17.8cm, first edition, 72p., rebound with original black cloth covers red laid, gilt covers title "The Age of Greenbacks", complete with half title, fine condition thus, rare.…