Politician (1823-1878) most notable for being the 'boss' of Tammany Hall, the Democratic Party political machine that played a major role in the politics of 19th-century New York. Tweed was infamous for stating, ‘I don't care so much what the papers write about (me)—my constituents can't read.’ He was convicted of stealing between 25 and 45 million dollars from NYC taxpayers, a staggering sum for the times. Civil War-dated partly-printed DS, signed “W. M. Tweed,” one page, 8 x 6.5, September 29, 1863. Document issued by the "New York County Substitute and Relief Committee," being a "Certificate in favor of Drafted Member in Indigent Circumstances, showing that he has obtained a/Substitute and that he is entitled to have the Money therefore paid by the Comptroller." As a committee supervisor, Tweed certifies that one John Moran, a plasterer, "is in indigent circumstances and has a family wholly depending on him for support." The document names Moran's substitute as "Chas. Moore." Signed at the conclusion by committee members William M. Tweed, Matthew T. Brennan, and two others. Matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 11. In fine condition.
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