Lot 232
Wolcott, Oliver, Jr (1760-1833). American lawyer and politician who served as Comptroller of U.S. Treasury and U.S. Secretary of the Treasury. Wolcott followed in his father's footsteps as the Governor of Connecticut.
Document Signed ("Oliv Wolcott Jr"). As Comptroller of the U.S. Treasury. One page, octavo, n.p., May 23, 1793. On Treasury Department stationery. In black ink. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14½ x 17½". With two horizontal folds, a few spots of foxing, and toning. Ink has feathered. In good condition.
Reinforcing the neutrality of the United States during the British-French war, Wolcott requires that American ships provide detailed inventories of all ships pursuant to article 25 of treaties with France and the United Netherlands. Specifically: "The treaties of the United States with France and the United Netherlands require, that our vessels should be provided with certificates, containing a specification of their cargoes." As a precaution, Wolcott suggests this certificate be as detailed as possible, providing: "the number and quantity, as also the species of each article" aboard ships.
Estimated Value $150 - 250.
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