Stone was elected to Congress in 1775. He did not speak much in congress, so little is known of his service there, except that he was a member of the committee that framed the Articles of Confederation. He voted for Independence in 1776, and his name is affixed to the Declaration. DS, signed 'Thos. Stone,' one page, 7.5 x 4.25, April 18, 1773. Handwritten document, signed on the first line of text. In full, 'I promise to pay Thos. Stone twenty pounds current money when the end is had to the cause in court of appeals between John Hanson and Henry S. Hawkins. Val. recd. Witness my hand this 18th day of April 1773.' Also signed by Hanson and witnessed by Stone's wife. Professionally inlaid to a slightly larger size. In fine condition, with vertical crease to left side and some light soiling, and two tiny holes along the fold. RRAuction COA.
