Politician from Massachusetts (1726-1790) who was president of the state's constitutional convention; after independence he served as governor of Massachusetts. Manuscript vellum DS, one page, 14.5 x 11, April 3, 1786. Governor Bowdoin appoints Daniel Cobb as "Major General of the Militia within the Commonwealth, but more especially...within the Counties of Plimouth, Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes County, & Nantucket." Signed at the conclusion by Bowdoin, and countersigned by John Avery as secretary. Matted to an overall size of 20 x 17. In fine condition, with the seal missing, and a small piece clipped from the lower right corner.
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