Partly-printed DS, one page, 12.75 x 8, June 2, 1828. Houston, as governor of Tennessee, commissions William Whitaker a “Second Major of the 54 Regiment of the Militia of this State.” Signed at the bottom by Houston and countersigned by Secretary of State Daniel Graham. Old tape repairs and reinforcements to intersecting folds on reverse, scattered toning and soiling, one vertical fold through a single letter of signature, and some scattered edge chipping, otherwise very good condition. The seal is cracked and worn, but intact Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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