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James K. Polk Signed Land Grant, 1840

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James K. Polk Signed Land Grant, 1840
James K. Polk Signed Land Grant, 1840
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Description
Governor of Tennessee James K. Polk (1795-1849) signed land document, granting William Austin thirteen acres and 126/160 acre in Dickson County "...on both sides of the Beavor[sic] Dam creek of Turnbull Creek...," dated May 1, 1840. 15" H x 12" W. Note: Polk was the 11th president of the United States, serving from 1845 to 1849, as well as the Speaker of the House of Representatives (1835-1839) and Governor of Tennessee (1839-1841). Provenance: descended in a Middle Tennessee family to current consignor.
Condition
Overall good condition with toning, areas of dampstaining, largest 2 1/2" x 2 3/4". Tears, largest 1 1/2", to fold lines. Polk signature in overall good, legible condition, affected by tear to fold line.
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James K. Polk Signed Land Grant, 1840

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