Marshal To George Washington's First Inaugural Seeks Legal News About Partnership

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Seller: RJM Autographs and Antiques, Boston, MA, U.S.A.RJM Autographs and Antiques

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MAJOR GENERAL JACOB MORTON (1761-1836) was an American military officer, lawyer and businessman. He was the marshal for the First inauguration of George Washington. When no bible was available, Mortan retrieved the Lodge Bible from St. John’s Lodge where he was the Worshipful Master. In 1800, he was a Federalist candidate in New York’s 2nd congressional district, narrowly losing by fewer than 100 votes. He led the New York Militia during the War of 1812. One-page, LS from Morton to Peter Van Schaack, Dec. 11, 1790, New York. “Mr. Smith informs me that a Demand of the Partnership of Sears & Smith against Platt & Betts was put into your hands a considerable time ago. I would be much obliged to you to inform me whether any money has been paid on it by Platt & Betts and what prospect there is of its being discharged.” Van Schaak (1747-1832) was a well-respected colonial lawyer. He was accused of being a loyalist during the Revolution, a charge he denied. Light toning. Overall very good Everything we sell is guaranteed authentic forever to the original buyer. We also offer a 30-day return policy. If you discover a problem or are dissatisfied with an item, please contact us immediately. Our goal is to please every customer. We are pleased to be members of The Manuscript Society, Universal Autograph Collectors Club, The Ephemera Society, the Southern New England Antiquarian Booksellers and the Preferred Autograph Dealers and Auction Houses [AM 442].…

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Marshal To George Washington's First Inaugural Seeks Legal News About Partnership
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RJM Autographs and Antiques

Boston, MA, U.S.A.

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RJM Autographs and Antiques is owned and operated by Bob Minnocci, who has been collecting and selling historic documents, autographs, books and antiques for more than 25 years. Our focus is to provide a broad range of material from many categories, including Revolutionary War, Civil War, abolitionist, slavery, political and Americana in general. We sell to collectors, dealers, museums, historical societies, universities all over the world. Every item is guaranteed to be authentic. We encourage inquiries about our inventory or items you would like to sell.…

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