Rare twice-signed partly-printed DS, signed “J. Marshall,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 13, January 14, 1797. Indenture between Marshall and Abraham Inskeep regarding a parcel of land. In part: “Whereas the late Thomas Lord Fairfax had in his life time leased to a certain Abraham Inskip [sic] two certain tracts or parcels of land lying in the South Branch Manor…And whereas the said Thomas Lord Fairfax, did by his last will and testament, devise the said South Branch Manor to Denny Martin, now Denny Fairfax, who hath sold and conveyed the same to John Marshall…the said John Marshall and his heirs will forever warrant and defend the premises hereby granted, bargained, sold, and released to him the said Abraham Inksip his heirs and assigns forever.” Signed at the conclusion by Marshall and countersigned by several witnesses. Also signed by Marshall on the docketing panel below his prominent signature, “Marshall to Inskip, release.” Three horizontal folds partial separations (complete separation to lower fold), and various paper loss and tears to edges, otherwise very good condition. Marshall’s career began as a land surveyor and agent under the employ of Lord Fairfax, making this an especially interesting association document. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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