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The "Hero Of The Mohawk Valley," Marinus Willett, And John Pintard

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The  Hero Of The Mohawk Valley,  Marinus Willett, And John Pintard
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City of New York paynote payable to Mrs. Elizabeth Archer in the amount of fifty-nine dollars and 4/100 for 1 year's interest on last installment of bond. October 19, 1807. Signed as clerk by JOHN PINTARD (1759-1844) American merchant and philanthropist. In 1792, Pintard lost his fortune by engaging in William Duer's failed attempt to corner the New York Banking Market. In 1803, Pintard travelled to New Orleans, where he filed a report of the French colony that proved instrumental in convincing Thomas Jefferson to purchase the Louisiana Territory. In addition, Pintard served as manager of the New York state lotteries and the first sagamore of the Tammany Society. Also Signed by MARINUS WILLETT (1740-1830) Colonel of the New York Line, General of Tryon County Militia, Mayor of New York. A nice association of two prominent figures in New York's History. Minor age toning. Very slight paper loss at left edge. Fold through Willet's signature. Overall Fine.