Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Wm H. Taft,” one page, 15.25 x 18.5, January 4, 1912. President Taft appoints Eustace B. Rogers “a Paymaster General in the Navy, with the rank of Rear Admiral…but this commission shall not operate to restore him to the Active List of the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by Taft and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy George von L. Meyer. Framed to an overall size of 17 x 20.75. A small hole to blank right edge, mild toning to handwritten portion, as well as some light wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. The blue seal is worn and creased, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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