^Lot 305 Richard Varick

American soldier and statesman (1753–1831) who was aide-de-camp to Benedict Arnold prior to the latter’s defection to the British. Varick later served as Washington’s private secretary, mayor of New York, and a New York state legislator. Partly-printed DS, signed “Rich Varick,” one page, 8 x 12.5, March 1, 1797. License approval for John Taylor to keep an Inn or Tavern for retailing liquor. During that time, he will “not keep a disorderly Inn or Tavern…or permit any Cock-Fighting, Gaming or Playing with Cards or Dice, or keep any Billiard table.” In fine condition, with slight separations along horizontal folds and some scattered light toning.