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REED, JOSEPH

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REED, JOSEPH
(1741 - 1785) Revolutionary statesman and soldier who served briefly as an aide-de-camp to Washington, and played an important role in the Howe Peace Commission. E.S. "Jos. Reed President" at the end of a D.S. 4pp. folio, Philadelphia Nov. 8, 1779 concerning the transfer of title of a property on Water Street in Philadelphia between John and William Palfrey (likely the grandfather of Abolitionist John G. Palfrey). Also co-signed by TIMOTHY MATLACK. Toned along folds, margins chipped at places, otherwise very good condition with intact seal.