Revolutionary War soldier. ALS signed 'J. Bloomfield,' three pages on two sheets, 7.5 x 9, April 12, 1802. Letter to a gentleman. In part, 'I thank you my dear Sir for your favor of the 6th current - for your attention to the case of Lieut. Howard of which I received notice from Col. Ogden...of the proposed Judiciary Bill which I hope will pass...The repeal of the internal taxes does away with the office of the Collector under the Supervisor, and And in a great measure of the means of supporting a most amiable wife and a large family of children. The defense of our interests against Lord Sheffield - his view of our revenue - his active and zealous promotion of the election of Governor McKean and the late Federal and presidential elections are universally acknowledged and it is well known that no person has more successfully pursued the investigation of our manufacturing commercial and agricultural interests than Mr. Coxe.' In very good condition, with paper loss to signature from acidity of ink, light overall toning, several other small areas of paper loss and light show through from text on reverse. RRAuction COA.
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