Lot 733
Shute, Samuel (1662-1742) Royal Governor of Massachusetts. Partilt-printed document signed "Samuel Shute," 12 x 7¾ in. Boston, MA, 10 Aug. 1722. Housed in a 14 x 9 in. gilt-edged wooden frame. This ship's paper proclaims that "no foreigner directly or indirectly hath any share or part or interest therein" in regards to the "Sloop Africa." Document with some original fold marks and a few light creases. Fine. This is the earliest ship's paper we have ever offered
Shute was honest and well-meaning, but obstinate, and from the beginning was engaged in a struggle with the Massachusetts assembly, including appeals back to courts in England. In 1723, Shute returned to England to press the King and legislature for increased support; he was allowed to served out the rest of his term in London As he prepared to return to Massachusetts in 1727, King George I died and the new cabinet appointed another governor.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.
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