The Mexican Telephone Co - Original Stock Certificate - 1882

Description: The Mexican Telephone Company - Original Stock Certificate - May 6, 1882 - #585Signed by Company President Franklin Hughes Delano and Treasurer John Haines. Note: These are the original signatures. Warren's brother, Franklin Hughes Delano, born July 27, 1813, became a partner in the New York shipping firm of Grinnell, Minturn and Company in January 1839. In September 1844 he married Laura Astor (a daughter of William Backhouse Astor and granddaughter of John Jacob Astor). As a wedding present the couple received a portion of William Backhouse Astor's "Rokeby" estate near Barrytown, New York; their house called "Steen Valetje" was constructed there around 1850. Franklin H. Delano was involved in many financial ventures with his brothers Warren, Frederick, and Edward; he also had control over a large piece of property in the city of New York which his wife had inherited. He served as Consul for Chile at New York from 1840 until 1851 when he resigned that office and also retired as an active partner in Grinnell, Minturn and Company. He and his wife travelled to Europe that year; they later spent much of their time in Italy and Monte Carlo. Franklin H. Delano died in Monte Carlo in December 1893; Laura died there in 1902. Mr. Delano was the Great Uncle and namesake of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.The following photos are included on 8 1/2 x 11 inch heavy stock paper:Photos of Mr. Delano, Laura Astor, The Estate, Mr. Delano's obituary, and photos of the graves.A great historical document with historical signatures. Very good Condition.Shipping to the U.S. is 3.45 - International shipping - Ebay international shipping programPayment is by Ebay managed payments

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