Massachusetts lawyer (1731–1814) who served as one of the prosecutors of British soldiers during the Boston Massacre trial; he later signed the Declaration of Independence. DS, one page, 7.5 x 7.25, July 1788. Partially printed document, signed in the text, “Robert Treat Paine of Boston,” addressed to the Honorable Justices of the Court of Common Please at Suffolk. Paine fills out a plea against Joseph Kelly for twenty-four pounds. Document is also endorsed on the reverse by the sheriff. In fine condition, with mild toning along vertical folds and some light show-through from endorsement on reverse. LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
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