Financier (1836–1892) well known for his stock market manipulation of railroad securities; he also tried to corner the gold market, causing the ‘Black Friday’ stock market crash of September 1869. Twice-signed partly-printed DS, one page, 9.5 x 5.75, December 5, 1882. Document related to the the grounds of the Union Depot. In part: “This is to witness that Jay Gould has furnished cash to the amount of forty thousand seven hundred dollars to purchase and improve the grounds for a Union Depot at St. Louis.” Signed at the conclusion by Gould and a secretary, and signed again on the reverse by Gould. In fine condition, with a few vertical storage folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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