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John Hancock and Samuel Adams dual-signed judicial appointment, signed as Massachusetts Governor and Lieutenant Governor, respectively. Document appoints William Heath Esq. as Judge of the Court of Probate for Norfolk County, Massachusetts on 9 July 1793. Hancock boldly signs ''John Hancock'' underneath seal, with his familiar paraph below signature. Adams signs ''S Adams'' to verso of document. Measures 8'' x 12.5'' on one sheet. Folds, light toning and spotting. Ink remains very bold and legible. In very good to near fine condition given age.
John Hancock & Samuel Adams Signed Judicial Appointment From 1793
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