Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.75, April 20, 1899. President McKinley appoints Warner B. Bayley as “a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy John Davis Long. Blue Navy Department seal affixed to bottom remains fully intact. In fine condition, with scattered creases (primarily to borders) and a surface impression along upper border. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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