An original Revolutionary War dated manuscript deposition regarding purchase and delivery of "cattle to supply the Albany market", dated New York, March 15, 1781 and signed by PETER W. YATES [1747-1826], an Albany lawyer, politician and statesman. He was Lieut. Colonel of the 2nd New York Regiment of the Continental Army 1775-1779, and Colonel of the Albany County Militia [1780], and was involved in military action in the Lake George and Lake Champlain region. He later served in the Co...ntinental Congress 1786, where he was opposed to the adoption of the United States Constitution.......One page, 5 1/4" x 8 1/2", folds, blank reverse, hand made rag paper, very good condition.......Guaranteed original.....$5.00 shipping. Over forty five years in business. 14 day return. Check our feed backs and buy with confidence. New York residents add 8.625% sales tax. Payment expected within five days unless other arrangements are made. Foreign orders are not insured and all customs regulations are followed. Thank you for looking........