Signer of the Declaration of Independence. DS, one page, 10.5 x 17, February 20, 1795. Document signed as governor of Massachusetts. Adams appoints Nathanial Kingsbury of Dedham to be a Justice of the Peace in Norfolk county. Nicely signed on the left side under the seal in black ink by Adams. In very good condition, with some toning along folds, which have cleanly separated leaving the document in three easily repairable pieces. RRAuction COA.