Lot 211
Harrison, Benjamin (1726-1791), Revolutionary War-date Autograph Letter Signed, one page, 7¼ x 9, Richmond, October 26, 1782. To an unidentified individual, in full:
"Sir. A letter form sundry respectable Inhabitants of the County of Berkley recommending Cap.t Cherry as recruiting officer for that county I received and have laid it before council.
They have concurred with me that it is proper to confer the appointment on Cap.t Cherry which I take the opportunity of announcing to you.
You will therefore pay to Cap.t Cherry the money raised under the last Act of the Assembly for recruiting soldiers to be applyed [sic] as the law directs — I am your most Hble Servt, Benj Harrison"
Fine condition with a couple of small internal splits.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
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