ALS, one page, 7.75 x 9.25, June 27, 1798. Letter to "The Honble Rich'd Varick Esqr., mayor of the City of New York," written as governor of New York. In part: "I have rec'd from Maj'r General Clarkson, the chairman of the committees lately appointed by the Citizens of this city, a Letter requesting me…to convene the Legislature of the State. A copy of that Letter and of my answer to it are herewith enclosed. It appears to me proper that they should be laid before the Common Council for their information. I will with pleasure receive and consider whatever the Board may think proper to communicate to me on the Subject." Matted and framed (without glass) next to an engraved portrait to an overall size of 18.5 x 13. In very good condition, with toning, a tear to the lower blank area, and splitting along the horizontal folds.
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