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Israel Thorndike Signed Check

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Israel Thorndike Signed Check
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ISRAEL THORNDIKE (1755-1832) sailor, merchant and politician. Thorndike was elected to the Massachusetts legislature thirteen times and, along with Elbridge Gerry, helped to create the gerrymander. Adjusting for inflation, Thorndike is considered to be the fiftieth wealthiest American of all time. Partially printed United States bank check signed as maker, “Israel Thorndike.” 4 5/8” x 2”. Boston October 23, 1806. The check pays Ebenezer Francis “forty four hundred and ninety dollars.” Two punch cancellations, not affecting Thorndike’s signature. Very fine.