Three-page autograph manuscript petition to the General Assembly of the Colony of Rhode Island commanding an action of trespass against Thomas Whipple
Providence: June 10, 1766. 4to (approx. 7¼" x 6¼"), on integral leaves, extensive docket on the verso of the second leaf; lightly toned but generally fine. Interesting lawsuit involving two of Rhode Island's famous families. Olney (1737-1814), a naval captain during the American Revolution, and Thomas Whipple (1725-1777), who are..... More