Banker and first class passenger (1861-1912) who perished in the Titanic disaster. Partly-printed DS, signed “Geo. D. Widener,” one page, 10.75 x 7.25, April 3, 1899. Stock certificate issued to Robert F. Welsh for five shares of capital stock in the Philadelphia Traction Company, signed at the bottom by Widener as the company’s president. In very good condition, with two vertical folds, several machine cancellations, including two through portions of signature, and some mild toning. Ex. Brian Green Collection. RR Auction COA.
