Doctor and expert in ballistic trauma (1825–1889) who treated President Garfield after he was shot until his death two months later. Uncommon 5 x 8.5 cabinet photo by A. Bogardus and Company of New York, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink, “To my friend & consul Jos. Silverdon, D. W. Bliss, Washington, D. C., Aug. 20th, 1886.” Scattered light foxing and spotting to image, corner tip wear, and scattered surface marks to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
