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Auction 179, Lot 855

"[Texas Constitution] Message from the President of the United States, Transmitting a Copy of the Constitution of the State of Texas", U.S. Government

Subject: Document - Texas Constitution

Period: 1845 (dated)

Publication: H.R. Doc. 16, 29th Congress, 1st Session

Color: Black & White

Size:
5.9 x 9.4 inches
15 x 23.9 cm
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This is the first Washington printing containing the Texas Constitution. Consisting of 28 pages, the report includes a letter from Anson Jones, President Polk's message sending it to the House of Representatives, the text of the constitution, and the joint resolution. The resolution passed in the House (141-56) and Senate (32-14) and was signed into law by President Polk. Rebound in thin stiff boards with blue cloth spine.

References: Streeter (Texas) #1613.

Condition: B

Text is lightly toned with occasional foxing. A tiny chip on one page has been reinforced with archival materials on both recto and verso. Modern covers are very good.

Estimate: $450 - $550

Sold for: $250

Closed on 9/16/2020

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