American soldier and statesman (1753–1831) who was aide-de-camp to Benedict Arnold prior to the latter's defection to the British. Varick later served as Washington's private secretary, mayor of New York, and a New York state legislator. DS, signed "Rich. Varick," one page, 8.5 x 12.5, May 14, 1796. The last page of a New York-related legal document. In very good condition, with partial separations along the folds, a few holes, show-through from writing on opposing sides, moderate staining at the top right side and a missing top piece of the page both affecting text. RRAuction COA.
