Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Rhode Island (1727–1820). ALS signed “Wm. Ellery,” one page, 6 x 7.75, June 5, 1819. Serving as a customs collector at Newport, Ellery writes regarding a shipment of brandy. In part: “Capt. Cahoone you told me he had left in the office his charge against that brandy. I wish to know whether there be any cost of Court against that brandy, and if any the amount thereof…With respect to the wine I believe there is no charge; for if I recollect rightly Mr. Coe (inspector) told me that the pipe out of which it was started, & which was left at B[lock] Island would pay for the escortage of the barrels into which it was started…Mr. Robbins in his note…says that articles left from Block Island…may be delivered to the Spanish Vice Consul for the original owners he paying duties.” A cut to the right side from seal removal and a bit of dampstaining to the bottom, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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