PATRICK HENRY, 18TH CENTURY GOVERNOR OF COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA. Autograph-signed, autograph and printed document appointing William Thornton and other notable Virginia gentlemen and statesmen of the County of Brunswick to a commission for the trial of slaves committing capital crimes within the county; dated December 21st, 1784; bearing seal. Condition: laid down - 13 in. x 8 in. Estimate $300-500
