Lot 38
WASHINGTON THREE -LANGUAGE SHIP'S PAPER. Framed and matted to an overall size of 31x 27½." 1st President of the United States, 1789-1797.
Partially Printed Document Signed as President. One page, Folio, Alexandria, VA, September 5, 1794. Three-language ship's paper -- French, English and Dutch -- for the schooner William, "…bound for The West Indies and laden with Flour, Bread, Corn, & Shingles …" Shortly before this document was signed, a tax on distilled spirits had encountered much opposition in varios parts of the country, and in August of 1794 was forcibly resisted and defied by a large body of armed insurgents in western Pennsylvania. Washington issued a proclamation calling out the militia of the neighboring states, and left home to cross the mountains and lead the troops in person. However, the insurgents happily dissolved at Washington's approach, at which time the President returned to his official duties, authorizing this ship's paper. Washington's signiture is bold and clear at the center of the document, which has been co-signed by Edmund Randolph as Attorney General and countersigned by Vincent Gray. The document is moderately age-toned throughout, with some separation at the folds, and a very small stain at upper left. Otherwise the document is Very Good. Paper seals have been affixed at left center and at lower center.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,500.
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