Lot 29
Jefferson, Thomas and James Madison Four Language Ship's Paper Signed as President and Secretary of State (1743-1826) Third President of the United States (1801-09). Partly-printed document signed as President, one page, 16½x20½", Washington (issued in New Orleans), January 21, 1806. Printed in four languages (French, Spanish, English, Dutch) so that anyone who might intercept the ship would be able to understand that it was an American ship and that "…no subjects of the present belligerent powers have any part or portion therein, directly nor indirectly…" In part: "Be it known, That leave and permission are hereby given to E. Caswell master or commander of the Brig called Sally of Boston of the burthen of 165 14/95 tons or thereabouts, lying at present in the port of New Orleans bound for Liverpool and laden with Sundries as per Clearance." Thomas Jefferson has signed boldly as President and James Madison (who would be President 1809-17) signed below as Secretary of State. Also signed by Port Naval Officer William Garland, Deputy Port Collector Richard Avery and Notary John Lynd. Document is laid to acid free paper, with old archival tape. Scattered stains, mostly to top left corner; nevertheless, the manuscript presents nicely and most importantly, the signatures of Jefferson and Madison are very legible. Included is a full page of typed information about the ship, its history, and the careers of those whose signatures appear. Estimated Value $3,500 - UP
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