ADS, signed in the text “John Quincy Adams” and at the conclusion “J. Q. Adams,” one 8.25 x 6.5 page affixed to a larger card, September 1831. Adams pens a property agreement. In part: “We the Subscribers, do hereby agree to divide our line of fence upon the salt marsh land called the Cherry Tree Meadow in manner following. John Quincy Adams, will make and maintain a piece of fence, beginning at a stake, at the Southwesterly corner of said marsh, and Northwesterly corner of David’s Island so called—thence running Easterly by said Island, thirty four rods to a ditch—thence Northerly on said Ditch seven rods to a stake….” In good to very good condition, with mounting as noted, a block of toning from previous framing, a few edge tears, and scattered light soiling, spotting, and ink offsetting. The writing is clear and dark throughout. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
