Historical 6X5 document from 1760 for John Smith of Canterbury to pay widow Elisabeth Backers 2 pounds signed by Matthew Griswold as an assistant to the court. Very good condition.(1714–1799) Matthew Griswold was the 17th governor of Connecticut from 1784 to 1786. He also served as the 21st lieutenant governor (and the first since statehood). He was also chief justice of the Superior Court, during the American Revolution (1769–1784).Griswold was a strong supporter of the colonists' cause during the American Revolution. He served on many committees that oversaw troop movements, military appointments, provisions, and defense; he especially focused on defending American ships and the Connecticut shoreline. According to family legend, Griswold twice evaded British soldiers as they searched for him, an important target, in his own home.Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity of the lot sells for $10 or more.