[ Autographs ] THOMAS AP CATESBY JONES (1769 - 1858) American naval officer commanding the first American warship to visit Hawaii who drew up the first treaty providing for peace between the U.S. and Hawaii and for protection of American interests. A.L.S. 1p. 4to., Norfolk, Dec. 30, 1841 to Will A. Bradley. In part: "...Pressed for time & money too, I could not call on you..". He also discusses financial matters and makes a payment "...for the purchase of the Island...". Light soiling, otherwise very good.