Lot 262
Macy, William Marcy "Boss" (1823-78) Corrupt New York politician who headed Tammany Hall. Partly-printed Document Signed ("W.W. Tweed") as street commissioner for New York, July 1, 1869. 1 page, quarto. Approving expenditures for the Bureau of Wharves, Piers and Slips. Light toning, else fine. Tweed was in absolute control of Tammany Hall from 1868, controlling nominations and patronage; he and the New York City politicians who made up "The Tweed Ring" swindled the city treasury of millions of dollars.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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