Landowner and developer from New York who signed the Declaration of Independence and served as a delegate to the Continental Congress (1726-1798). ALS, one page, 6.5 x 8.25, October 27, 1752. Handwritten letter to David Bitty, in part: "When I was last at your house I saw severall wild geese and one Brant, and have since receiv'd fan Order from England to find some Brant and geese to a particular Friends of mine there whom I would oblige on reasonable Terms, now I have got from Road Island one Brant and one wild goose, and if you could oblige me in sending those you have…I am willing to pay any reasonable price." Mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 13 x 15. In fine condition, with some light staining and soiling.
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