One page (9 3/4 x 8 in.; 247 x 202 mm) on a bifolium, Albany, 14 July 1800, autograph address and reception docket on verso of integral leaf; seal tear, light browning and staining, mounting remnants on verso.

One page (9 3/4 x 8 in.; 247 x 202 mm) on a bifolium, Albany, 14 July 1800, autograph address and reception docket on verso of integral leaf; seal tear, light browning and staining, mounting remnants on verso.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The Governor of New York gives a friend a cow. "I have a cow which I think a fine one, and whose peace is supplied by the one that was at the Speaker's farm. She is now at your father's, and will remain there until you can send for her. Do me the favor to accept of her as a mark of the Regard with which I am Dear Sir your friend. …" Samuel Osgood was Speaker of the New York State Assembly at this time.