Bill of Sale from James A. Richerson to John Ferguson, 20 October 18311
This is to certify that I have soald all my Rite and title to the new Salem ferry to John ferguson this 20th of October 1831
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James A x Richerson
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1Abraham Lincoln only signed his name to this document.

Handwritten Document Signed with a Mark, 1 page(s), Lincoln Collection, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (Springfield, IL).