Signer of the Declaration of Independence who, following the Revolution, devoted himself almost entirely to Georgia state politics (1749-1804). Manuscript DS, signed “Geo. Walton,” one page, 12.25 x 7.75, January 9, 1786. Official document issued in the County of Chatham, Georgia, in part: "To all and singular the Sheriffs within the said State greeting, You are hereby commanded that of the Goods and Chattels, Lands Tenements of Francis Paris…you cause to be made as well thirty-four Pounds one Shilling and six Pence Sterling which in the superior Court of the said County…was adjudged to Isaac La Roche of the said County of Chatham for his Damages." Boldly signed in the upper left by Walton as Chief Justice of Georgia. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with light staining to the top, two old tape stains, and archival reinforcements to fold splits on the reverse.
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