Lot 48
Harrison, Benjamin (1833-1901), 23rd president of the U.S. (1889-1893), grandson of 9th president William Henry Harrison.
DS as president, 15¾" x 19½", Washington, 1892 Jan 7. Presidential appointment of Peter Leary, Jr. as "Captain of Artillery", boldly signed "Benj Harrison" with countersignature of "S[teven] B. Elkins" as Secretary of War, rules highlighted with red ink with red recording endorsement at upper left signed by Adj. General "J.C. Kelton". Usual folds, Very Good.
Estimate 750 - 1,000
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| Realized $900 |
