Partly-printed DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 16.5 x 12, June 6, 1838. Van Buren appoints Ezekiel S. Haines a “Surveyor General of Public Lands for the District of Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan.” Signed at the conclusion by Van Buren, and countersigned by Secretary of State John Forsyth. Document is encapsulated in protective Mylar. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and creasing. The white seal is crisp and intact, and Van Buren’s signature is crisp and precise. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.