593. JAMES DUANE (1733-1797) Revolutionary patriot, member of the Continenatl Congress (1774 - 1784), assisted in the drafting of the Articles of Confederation. Partly-printed D.S. as Mayor of New York, 1p. 8vo., New York, July 1, 1784, a tavern license granted to Bondertus Spencer for an establishment in the South Ward. Moderate toning at folds, very good condition. $75-100