Lot 147
Ward, Artemas (1727-1800) American Revolutionary War commander; named commander-in-chief of the Massachusetts Bay militia in 1774; on June 16, 1775 made second in command to George Washington in the Continental Army; commanded Eastern Department from April 1776 until March 1777 when he resigned from the Army because of his health. He served in the U.S. House of Representative from 1791 until 1795. Autograph Letter Signed, one page, 7¼ x 6 inches, Shrewsbury, Dec. 6, 1788. With integral address leaf in Ward's hand. To attorney Dwight Foster, informing him that Ward has "obtained a Justice Commission for Thomas Hale, Junr. of Brookfield….I paid nine Shillings to the Secretary…which sum he will refund to me when he receives the Commission…." Seal tear at right edge affects two letters of text; otherwise, fine.
Estimated Value $700 - 900,
Goodspeeds, 1968,
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