Contemporary copy of an English power of attorney, 1778, giving John L.
1778
by (WEST FAMILY)
1778. (WEST FAMILY). Contemporary copy of an English power of attorney, 1778, giving John Lee power of attorney to pursue land claims and proprietary rights in New Jersey on behalf of James West. 8 pages, folio. Minor stain in gutter from silk stitching ribbon, folds, else fine. An interesting document in which London resident James West seeks to obtain rents from rights to property in New Jersey based on a 1687 deed to his ancestor of proprietary rights, probably in West Jersey. (Inventory #: 15039)