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RARE 1720's Law / Act - Bucks County for a Ferry over Neshaminey Creek

$ 39.59

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Condition: Used
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    Description

    A rare 2 page law of "Act" from the early 1720's during the reign of Anno Regni Georgii Regis, with Sir William Keith as the Province Governor.
    This act enables John Baldwin the establishment and continuation of operating a Ferry over Neshaminey Creek on the King's High-Road from Philadelphia to Bristol in Bucks County.  Most likely where the creek intersects with Route I95 from Philly.
    Great historical document which includes the detail on the what, who and how, along with the cost per item of transit and potential penalties.
    Guaranteed original on laid paper with embossed printing.  Size is approx 8 x 13 inches.