Lot 1052
Williams, William (1731-1811) American merchant and politician; signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut. ALS ("W. Williams"), 2pp with integral address leaf, 8" x 6½", Hartford, 1782 May 23. A very affectionate letter to his wife, Mary, in Lebanon, whom he addresses as "My dear love" and urges her not to work so hard: "…I can not bear to see my dearest Friend whom I love as My Life murder herself. I shod be completely miserable without you…". He discusses the details of her upcoming visit and other personal business, then adds, "We have no News. The mighty Change of Ministry, I fear, will do us no good…." Fine.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $6,900 |
