Sam Houston Signed Land Grant, 1827
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Description
Governor of Tennessee Samuel Houston (1793-1863) signed land document, granting Andrew A. Brown fifty acres in Dixon County "...on the pounding mile fork of [Beaver Dam Creek]...," dated October 20, 1827, No. 295. 15" H x 12" W. Note: Sam Houston's term as Tennessee governor lasted from 1827 until 1829, when he resigned and moved to Texas. Houston later became the President of Texas and its Governor. He is the only person in American History to be elected governor of two states by popular vote. Provenance: descended in a Middle Tennessee family to current consignor.
Condition
Overall good condition with toning/acid burn, minute foxing spots. Tears, largest 2 3/4", to fold lines. Houston's signature in overall good, legible condition.
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Sam Houston Signed Land Grant, 1827
Estimate $800 - $1,000
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