Lot 289
Shirley, William (1694-1771) Colonial governor; appointed commander-in chief of British forces in America (1755). Letter Signed "W Shirley" as Governor of the "Province of the Massachusetts Bay,"1p, 7¼x6", Boston, 25 June 1745. Very good; toning, marginal staining, and one partial fold separation, but boldly penned and signed. Authorizing John Boyles go to Marblehead and impress into His Majesty's Service five seamen "lately belonging to the Snow Prince, of Orange" if he is unable to convince them otherwise.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $345 |
