In 1774 the Continental Congress appointed him a Commissioner of Indian Affairs in order to secure a treaty at the council at Albany. He was elected to the Congress in 1775. Wolcott was not very active in Congress. He was more concerned with military affairs and did suffer a bought with serious illness in 1776. He was not present for the occasion of the Declaration, but signed it some time later. DS, signed 'Oliver Wolcott, Lt. Govr.,' one page, 8 x 6.5, October 29, 1795. Receipt for fifty pounds of his salary for the current year. Accompanied by a related document in which the General Assembly of Connecticut authorizing Wolcott's salary. In fine condition, with expected folds and light mirroring of signature to bottom. RRAuction COA.
