English Puritan, one of the most capable administrators in Parliament during the Civil Wars between the Parliamentarians and Royalists. Friend of religious liberty; governor of Massachusetts 1636-37; returned to England; active Parliamentarian; imprisoned at Restoration and beheaded for treason. DS, in Old English, signed “H. Vane,” one page, 8 x 12, January 19, 1643. Appointment of several local residents to several offices, including sheriff and baliff. Signed at the bottom in black ink by Vane. In very good condition, with light overall foxing, scattered chips and creases to edges, and several storage folds. The signature and text remain clear and bold. RRAuction COA.
