Distinguished statesman (1777–1852), longtime member of Congress, and three-time presidential candidate who became known as the “Great Compromiser” for his central role in the brokering of hot-button, slavery-related issues prior to the Civil War. ADS, signed “H. Clay,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 10.25, March 23, 1804. Legal document pleading in equity to the judge of Woodford County, Kentucky in a land case between Hancock and Richard Lee. In very good condition, with toning and small separations along intersecting mailing folds, one through first initial of signature, scattered edge wear and wrinkling, and mild show-through from text on reverse. RRAuction COA.
