Louisiana businessman and politician (1840–1928). Bank check, 7.75 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed "E. A. Burke" as Louisiana state treasurer, payable to Jno. F. Handied for $253.35, July 15, 1879. Expected bank cancellation cuts and stamps, show-through from signature on the reverse, an embossed stamping at the left side, brush to the signature, and irregular edges, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
