Massachusetts lawyer (1731–1814) who served as one of the prosecutors of British soldiers during the Boston Massacre trial; he later signed the Declaration of Independence. Manuscript DS, signed “R. T. Paine,” one page, 6.75 x 8.25, January 1, 1788. A legal document in a case involving taxes due on the cargo of the Schooner Friendship, which included fish such as mackerel, herring, and cod. Scattered toning and a bit of brushing to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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