The letter was sent to a Mr. Smith. It states that they had 'Forwarded you the Cask of Hardware for 'Henry Clay'. Mentions sending a statement later. The bottom of the letter contains a list of prices marked Duties. This deed is torn part way across one fold at the top and has another partial tear across fold at bottom.
Deed is still very readable.
The document is folded and opens up to a legal sized paper. The American Surety Company was based out of New York. H. Prentice Kendall, the Treasurer of the Sterling Water District was the one receiving the Bond for 1 year. It has not yellowed or darkened and is in wonderful condition. The American Surety Company was based out of New York.