John Adams-Historical ALS from 1772 (Founding Father & 2nd US President)

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John Adams-Historical ALS from 1772 (Founding Father & 2nd US President):
$15000.00

Historical One page, double-sided ALS from John Adams from Boston, January 10, 1772 regarding a debt and his actions against his brother in part; ".......if you depend upon your book you must be present with it to take your oath...." Signed boldly and cleanly by John Adams at the conclusion requesting the recipient, William Bassell, to respond. Below his letter William Bassell responds going over to the back of the page in part about already paying the debt; ".......the need proceeds of his negro, leaves the balance paid for...." Toned tape around the document not affecting any part of John Adams letter or signature. Framed in an old frame with glass.
Transcription of the 1772 Letter (Best Readable Reconstruction)Page 1 (Right Panel)
Philadelphia 5th July 1778
Dear Sir,I rec’d your favor… (unreadable due to fold)… I am extremely sorry to hear you have been so ill-treated by Mr. ___, but hope your troubles will soon be at an end. I am sure, my dear friend, you may rely on every assistance in my power, and…I will most cheerfully exert myself in your behalf.
I have spoke to Mr. ___ upon the subject… (several lines obscured)… I flatter myself it will be attended with success. You may depend upon it that nothing shall be wanting on my part to promote your interest.
I must beg you will write me particularly respecting your situation, as it will enable me to serve you more effectually, and you may be assured that nothing gives me more pleasure than an opportunity of obliging a friend I so sincerely regard.
I shall be happy to see you in Philadelphia, where I flatter myself you will meet with every civility and kindness from those whose acquaintance I shall introduce you to.
I remain, dear Sir,Your assured friend and servant,John AdamsAddressed to:John Adams with an answer of some accounts. Boston Jan 19 177?Mr. William Smith,… (fold obscures)Philadelphia,(and remnants of a wax seal)
Page 2Page 2 (Right Panel)
(Continuation of letter)
The want of fresh supplies may cause the distress you mention. If Congress has been so much deceived, I confess the situation is dangerous.
I assure you I have not omitted any opportunity of urging your business and shall continue to do so until it is accomplished. Mr. ___ promises to lay your request before the Board tomorrow morning. I hope the event will be favorable.
Be assured, dear Sir, that I shall think myself extremely happy whenever it is in my power to render you service, and that I shall always retain the warmest sense of your friendship.
Yours with great truth & regard,(same signature as page 1)
Page 2 (Left Panel – Additional Writing)
(Marginal note, somewhat faded)
…I have enclosed the papers you desired and hope they will reach you safely. Pray let me hear from you soon, as I am uneasy at not receiving intelligence of your present condition.
Once more, dear Sir, believe meYour most obedient & humble servant,
(1735-1826) John Adams was an American statesman, attorney, diplomat, writer, and Founding Father who served as the second president of the United States from 1797 to 1801. Before his presidency, he was a leader of the American Revolution that achieved independence from Great Britain. During the latter part of the Revolutionary War and in the early years of the new nation, he served the U.S. government as a senior diplomat in Europe. Adams was the first person to hold the office of vice president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. He was a dedicated diarist and regularly corresponded with important contemporaries, including his wife and adviser Abigail Adams and his friend and political rival Thomas Jefferson. A lawyer and political activist prior to the Revolution, Adams was devoted to the right to counsel and presumption of innocence. He defied anti-British sentiment and successfully defended British soldiers against murder charges arising from the Boston Massacre. Adams was a Massachusetts delegate to the Continental Congress and became a leader of the revolution. He assisted Jefferson in drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and was its primary advocate in Congress. As a diplomat, he helped negotiate a peace treaty with Great Britain and secured vital governmental loans. Adams was the primary author of the Massachusetts Constitution in 1780, which influenced the United States Constitution, as did his essay Thoughts on Government. Adams was elected to two terms as vice president under President George Washington and was elected as the United States' second president in 1796. He was the only president elected under the banner of the Federalist Party. Adams's term was dominated by the issue of the French Revolutionary Wars, and his insistence on American neutrality led to fierce criticism from both the Jeffersonian Republicans and from some in his own party, led by his rival Alexander Hamilton. Adams signed the controversial Alien and Sedition Acts, and built up the Army and Navy in the undeclared naval war with France. He was the first president to reside in the White House. In his offer in 1800 for reelection to the presidency, opposition from Federalists and accusations of despotism from Jeffersonians led to Adams losing to his vice president and former friend Jefferson, and he retired to Massachusetts. He eventually resumed his friendship with Jefferson by initiating a continuing correspondence. He and Abigail generated the Adams political family, including their son John Quincy Adams, the sixth president. John Adams died on July 4, 1826 – the fiftieth anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Adams and his son are the only presidents of the first twelve who never owned slaves. Historians and scholars have favorably ranked his administration.
Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.