Lot 1152
Massachusetts Militia - Fire Arm and Salt Receipts From the Board of War. Two documents signed by Thomas Ivers, cashier of the War Office, Boston. The first is dated Nov. 18, 1777, 3 x 7½ in., and acknowledges receipt of £25 from Levi Wood for 50 bushels of salt for the town of Middleborough; archival repairs. The second, dated Feb. 25, 1779, 8 x 8 in., states that John Nelson (Col. of the 4th Mass. militia) "bought of the Board of War 36 Fire Arms for Middleborough." The docket states that the arms were for Capt. Washburn. Nelson paid £25 in cash and gave a note for £144, which is attached to the receipt; Nelson's signature is missing from the note. Ragged left and lower margins; overall wear and toning.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
Ex: Stuart Goldman Collection.
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