Influential Delaware politician (1734–1817) who signed the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation. ALS signed “Tho M:Kean,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 10, April 30, 1816. Letter to Edward J. Coale, in full: “I sit down to acknowledge the receipt of the agreeable intelligence of the birth of your son, and my first and only great grandchild. Sickness, death, and many other untoward circumstances have hitherto delayed it. May your son be a comfort and an honor to his parents and a blessing & ornament to his country. Give him learning, and a pious education; the rest will greatly depend upon his own industry and good conduct, under the favor of God. The way the twig is bent, the tree will be inclined. Eighty-two years and all the knowledge they have brought with them, have taught me to put confidence in these sentiments. Please do kiss the little gentleman for me, give him my blessing, and may the Father of all bless him. Give my love to Mary Ann, and my respects to all enquiring friends: May you all be as happy as I wish you. Vive, vale.” Includes the original clipped address leaf, addressed in McKean’s own hand. In fine condition, with writing showing through from opposing sides, and one small area of ink erosion near the bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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