Powell, Jeremiah, 1714-1789 [Resolution of the Court allowing delegates to draw money]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.020.11 Author/Creator: Powell, Jeremiah, 1714-1789 Place Written: Massachusetts Type: Autograph document signed Date: January 25, 1781 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 22 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy
Signed and approved by John Hancock as a true copy by John Avery. Appropriating 3000 pounds out of the new emission of money for the Treasurer of Massachusetts for use by the delegates of the state at Congress. Imposes a limit of 600 pounds for any individual delegate. The resolution went to the House of Representatives 26 January 1781 and was signed by Caleb Davis, Speaker. Powell was Council President.
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