Partly-printed DS, one page, 7.75 x 12.25, September 24, 1788. Land agreement between John Calef and Thomas Elkins, both of Kingstown in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, filled out entirely in Josiah Bartlett's hand. In part: "I John Caleb…in consideration of the sum of one hundred & forty two pounds…already paid to me by Thomas Elkins…do hereby acknowledge have given, granted, bargained, sold…one piece containing thirteen acres & one hundred & fifty rods." Signed at the conclusion by Bartlett as justice of the peace. Impressively matted and framed with a plaque to an overall size of 18.5 x 29.5. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light stains, and small areas of paper loss at the top edge and the fold intersections.
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