Lawyer and public official (1796–1875) and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. Partly-printed DS, one page, 10.25 x 10, February 13, 1854. Bond issued to Menefee in the amount of $36 for the public debt of the Republic of Texas, signed on the reverse by Menefee. Expected document wear, repaired edge separations to vertical folds, and light toning, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: The Robert Davis Collection.