Revolutionary War–dated manuscript DS, signed “O. Ellsworth,” one page, 8 x 3.5, December 26, 1775. Pay order issued to Treasurer John Lawrence, in part: “Pay Maj’r Obadiah Johnson Forty Shillings for Riding Express from Genl. Washington to Gov. Trumbull.” Signed at the conclusion by committee members Oliver Ellsworth, Thomas Seymour, and Ezekiel Williams. Also endorsed on the reverse by Johnson. In fine condition, with writing showing through from opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
