By the time he arrived at the Second Continental congress, Hooper was dead set against British rule. He continued to condemn Britain's hold over the colonies. Interestingly, his father supported the King and was unhappy with his son's political belief in total freedom for Americans. Hooper did not advocate violence, but he could see that compromise with Britain was not possible. DS, one page, 7.5 x 12.25, March 5. Rare document written in Hooper's hand. An indictment of Andrew Ingram, laborer of Rowan county, for an assault on Deliah Mayberry, for carrying her away from the home of her parents, and for living with her in a state of adultery, 'the said Ingram being then and now married to another woman, now living and in full life, in violation of the Ties of filial obedience, conjugal affection and the good order of Society.' In fine condition, with some scattered light spotting and toning, a small stain along one fold, and a vertical fold through a letter of first name of signature. COA John Reznikoff/University Archives and RRAuction COA.
