0371----1836 Richard Borden Fall River MA shipping receipt

0371----1836 RICHARD BORDEN FALL RIVER MA SHIPPING RECEIPT Original receipt concerning an iron shipment to Richard Borden of Fall River MA. No doubt for the Fall River Iron Works.  95 tons of iron @ 1.25 per ton -- dated May 9, 1836 Richard Borden was the Uncle of Andrew Borden, Father of Lizzie Borden. Shipped on the Schooner "Gleaner." This document also includes a short note from "Isaac Clapp" that he will be shipping the additional 15 tons "to sail this week." EX condition with mailing/delivery folds. Any research materials used (or presented here) are NOT included with the item listed for sale. * * * * * * * * * * *