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Lot #387
William Clingan Autograph Document Signed

The scarce Continental Congressman demands evidence on charges of "Retailing and Selling Spirituous Liquors Contrary to Law"

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The scarce Continental Congressman demands evidence on charges of "Retailing and Selling Spirituous Liquors Contrary to Law"

Delegate in the Continental Congress for Pennsylvania (1721–1790) who signed the Articles of Confederation. ADS, one page, 7.25 x 3, June 15, 1763. Handwritten order demanding that "Jacob Way appear Before our justices at their Quarter Sessions to be held at Chester the Last Tuesday of Aug't next to prefer a bill and give evidence against Wm. Roulston for Retailing and Selling Spirituous Liquors Contrary to Law." Signed at the conclusion by William Clingan. In fine condition, with a missing upper left corner tip.

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