RARE Antique NY City Mayor John Johnston 1715 Historical Document Manuscript

Description

This is a rare piece of New York City ephemera history.  It is a signed/autographed and dated 1715 document by John Johnston, Mayor of New York City from 1714-1719 with the City Seal.  The subject of the document is a request by laborer Michael Pfeffer to be made a freeman and the granting of that request.  The document appears to have been mounted and framed years ago.  The 7th & 8th photos have a reflection/glare from the photography. Measures about 12 1/8" x 7.5" and the framed measurement is 19.5" x 15".  Please examine the photos as they are an important part of the description and email with any questions or additional photos.
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