In 1754 was a delegate to the Albany convention in New York were he considered Franklin's early plan of Union. Hopkins spoke out against British tyranny long before the revolutionary period. He attended the first Continental Congress in 1774, and was a party to the Declaration of Independence in 1776.DS, signed 'Step Hopkins,' one page, 7.5 x 4.5, September 1771. Financial document authorizing the payment of twenty four shillings to Arthur Towner 'for his attendance as Clerk of the Superior Court at Providence.' Page has been professionally inlaid to a slightly larger size. An elderly signature and some light soiling and toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
