Lot 356
Fireman's Exemption From Military Duty. Notarized document: "Application of Active and Exempt Firemen Doing Active Duty" by which John F. Cooper, an active member of Hose Company No. 17 of the New York Fire Department, has obtained a substitute for military duty, New York City, 1863 Sept. 14, 17½"x8½". A Voucher of Foreman and Secretary is attached at top, certifying that Cooper is an active member of Hose Co. No. 17, and affixed to the bottom a voucher certifying that John Woods has been mustered into the service as a substitute for Cooper. Overall toning, moderate soiling and some fold tears and chips. Accompanied by a Statement of Volunteer for John W. Burnett of New York, who received a $300 bounty, 1 p. 7¼"x8¾", 1864 Mar. 12. Fine.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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