California businessman (1802–1858) who served as the only US consul to Mexican Alta California. ADS, one page, 6 x 8, August 30, 1841. Handwritten receipt reads, in full: “Rec’d from John R. Cooper One Hundred & Forty four Dollars in Cash and fourteen hides valued at Twenty one dollars, which sum of One Hundred Sixty five Dollars (165$). I hold on deposit as the property of the late David Cooper.” In fine condition, with light show-through from docketing notation on reverse. RR Auction COA.
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