Arrest Warrant for Eleazer Benzaken and Solomon Simons, New York, New York, May 5, 1787 Arrest warrant issued on May 5, 1787, in New York, New York, for Eleazer Benzaken and Solomon Simons. The warrant is signed by M. Willet as sheriff and Richard Morris as Chief Justice of the New York Supreme Court. Benzaken is identified as a merchant.
Brass Milk Jug Identification Plate: Melenski, A., New York, New York Brass plate, rectangular in shape, that was soldered to a milk can for identification. The name 'Melenski, A.' is hammered into the plate. The plate originates from New York, New York and is circa 1890s. The plate is currently stored in the Archives, MS.56, Objects Box 1.
Deed: Brewerton and Jacobs Land Claim, New York, 1792 Five-page legal document detailing a land claim owned by James Brewster and pledged to Philip Jacobs. The document describes the eventual payoff of the claim by Brewster's mother, who sells his New York City house to Jacobs. The deed is signed by Brewster and includes an additional page of expense entries dating from 1792 to 1795.
Lottery Ticket for the New York State Medical Science Lottery, 1812 Ticket #17-656 for the 1812 New York State Medical Science Lottery. The ticket is signed by Judah S. Lazarus on the verso, which also contains a table of payments.
Manuscript Copy of a Certificate from Governor George Clinton on Religious Freedom in New York, December 6, 1785 A contemporary manuscript copy of a declaration by George Clinton, Governor of New York, concerning religious freedom. Dated December 6, 1785, in New York. The document certifies that the New York State Constitution allows for the free exercise of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference. This copy, likely requested before a printed version was available, shows some age-related wear but is in very good condition. Docketed as “Copy of a Certificate from his Excellency Governor Clinton. No. 9” on the verso.
Receipt from Levy Solomons to Jacob S. Glen, November 23, 1822 Handwritten receipt dated November 23, 1822, from Levy Solomons for "2lbs Snuff & Doz Small papers." The receipt is in the form of a stampless letter addressed to Jacob S. Glen in Charleston. Jacob S. Glen was an early landowner for whom the town of Glen, New York was named. The town of Glen was formed in 1823 from the Town of Charleston, Montgomery County, New York. Related materials include important contracts in items 18.244 & 18.245, and a letter to Tobias in collection 20.541.
Writ of Satisfaction: Broome, Smith, and Wilson, New York, November 1, 1821 A legal writ attesting that a writ had been satisfied. This document, dated November 1, 1821, involves parties Thomas L. Broome, John Smith, and William Wilson in New York, New York. The writ was attested by Noah, Mordecai Manuel.