American-born statesman, philanthropist, and financier (1848-1919) of the prominent family of New York millionaires. Superb DS, signed “Wm. Astor,” one page, 8 x 6.75, November 21, 1888. Document by which Astor appoints "Percy R. Pyne, George Bliss and E. S. Higgins…my lawful proxies and attorneys for me and in my name, place, and stead, to appear at a Meeting of the Stockholders of The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad Company." Signed at the conclusion by Astor, and countersigned by Philip Kissam as a witness, noting: "Date altered before execution." In fine condition.
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