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John Broome autographed partial manuscript account document recording financial transactions from 1789 and 1790. Headed "Acct Curr. with John Broome," the account includes an entry dated May 6, 1789 for "40 Tobacco," followed by a balance and a total of £114.0.4. At the lower left, Broome has written "April 19th 1790 Errors Excepted" and signed "Jno Broome." Additional period calculations and accounting notations appear on the verso.

The document measures approximately 7.25 x 4.25". Fine condition with expected age toning, original folds, scattered light staining, minor edge wear, and handling wear.

John Broome (1738–1810) was an American merchant, Revolutionary War patriot, and New York politician. During the Revolution, he served as a member of the New York Provincial Congress and took an active role in the patriot government of the state. He later served in both the New York State Assembly and Senate before being elected Lieutenant Governor of New York in 1804, an office he held until his death in 1810. Broome County, New York, was named in his honor.

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Reference sku: 11695 1419144-1