Union naval surgeon who served on board the gunboat Octorara. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Bradley and Rulofson of San Francisco, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Yours truly, James Laws.” In fine condition, with clipped corner tips, a bit of light soiling to background of image and a two-cent revenue stamp affixed to reverse. RR Auction COA.
