Caveat and Judgment Regarding Land Warrants in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1794
Two original holographic legal documents, each measuring 8 1/4 x 13 inches, dated March 25, 1794. These documents pertain to a caveat and subsequent judgment concerning land warrants filed by 58 applicants for 400-acre tracts. The case involved Aaron Levy and his partner, Robert Morris, who claimed prior rights to the land in question. The judgment ruled in favor of Levy and Morris. Both documents bear the signature of David Kennedy, the first Land Secretary of Pennsylvania, and an impressed state seal. The documents are in excellent condition. David Kennedy's appointment followed the 1784 treaty with the Six Nations, and his role involved overseeing the fair transition of Native American lands into private hands. Biographical information on Aaron Levy is included in the document.
Associated People/Businesses
- Levy, Aaron, 1742-1815
- Kennedy, David
- Wallis, Samuel
- Johnston, Francis
- Wallis, Joseph
- Irwin, Mathew
- Pennsylvania. Land Office
- Gratz, Simon, 1773-1839
- Morris, Robert, 1734-1806
- Levy, Aaron
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Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 14|Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 14