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Picture Description Price William Thornton signature on Partial document signed. Thornton was the architect who designed the U.S. Capitol and later served as the first superintendent of the Patent Office. About 7 1/2 x 3 inch section clipped from a larger document. December 15, 1817. In fine condition, with mold toning, somewhat more prominent at the edges. Difficult to find. [Product ID: 166] $250.00 (+s&h) Use Paypal button above or click here to pay by check or money order Four signed photos of British Prime Ministers. All about postcard size reproductions attached to mount that is signed beneath on white portion, providing an excellent contrast. Prime Ministers are Edward Heath (1970-74), Harold Macmillan (1957-63), Alexander Frederick Douglas-Home (1963-64), and James Callaghan (1976-79). [Product ID: 138] $250.00 (+s&h) Use Paypal button above or click here to pay by check or money order Description Cursive printed letter, signed in ink, dated January, 1856. One page, 8 x 10, to Mr. Burrows. The letter reads "Your kind letter dated from Hongkong 14th October and 14th November last I have received and beg to express to you my best thanks for the intelligence you thus forward to me on account of the Russian Officers and crew of the Diana, captured on board of the Brig "Greta". Though I deeply regret that the exertions of our wrecked sailors in hope of returning to their country, have had such an unfavorable issue. I am nevertheless happy to hear, that during their stay at Hongkong, they enjoyed all advantages compatible with their situation, and that owing to your kind assistance they found some relief in their captivity. It is certainly a matter of gratification that in the midst of all the calamities, inseparable from war, warm hearted men are found who like you dear Mr. Burrows, endeavour for humanity's sake to temper its cruel effects. It is there fore an agreeable duty for me to have to express to you on this occasion the thankfulness of His Imperial Majesty's Government, and I avail myself of this occasion to tender to you the renewed assurance of my distinguished esteen and regard." Signed Nojsetrodes (?). Needs further research. Slight wrinkles and small hole in text, but quite readable. Has printer's identification along side [Product ID: 135] $75.00 (+s&h) Use Paypal button above or click here to pay by check or money order