^Lot 3 John Adams

Manuscript DS, one page both sides, 8 x 6.5, November 21, 1768. Interesting legal document, signed twice by Adams, once as “J. Adams,” and again as “Adams.” Adams has also written the front portion of the document in his own hand, approximately 150 words, concerning the plea and appearance of Samuel Vase before a magistrate concerning an unpaid amount of £66, although Vase maintains he paid it in full. Signed on the reverse in the lower corner, “Adams,” and also docketed and signed on the reverse, “Mr. Officer, attach Sufft or hold to Bail—by order, J. Adams.” In very good condition, with partial separations to two vertical folds, scattered toning, light show-through from writing on reverse, and scattered edge chips.