Lot #145

James Monroe: William Jones Autograph Letter Signed

Description

Rhode Island's governor writes to Monroe on "the proposed amendment to the Constitution of the U. States"

ALS signed “Wm. Jones,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, August 4, 1814. Handwritten letter to "Hon'ble. James Munro, Sect'y of State," in part: "I now do myself the honor of observing that the communication concerning the proposed amendment to the Constitution of the U. States was acknowledged & in due course laid before the Legislature of this State, but that no order has been taken thereon." Addressed on the reverse in Jones's hand to "Hon'ble James Munro, Sect'y of State, Washington." In fine condition. A Federalist and veteran of the Revolutionary War, William Jones (1753-1822) served as the eighth Governor of Rhode Island from 1811 to 1817.

Auction Info

• Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Presidents
• Dates: #658 - Ended February 08, 2023