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Lot #249
Sam Houston

Governor Houston pays a hefty sum for “protection of the frontier”

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Governor Houston pays a hefty sum for “protection of the frontier”

Partly-printed DS, one page both sides, 8.25 x 3.75, November 23, 1860. Treasury warrant issued to Peter Tumlinson for $716.62 for “protection of the frontier this amount being for services rendered as Capt of Company of Mounted Volunteers.” Signed on the reverse by Houston as governor and countersigned by Comptroller Clement R. Johns. In very good condition, with some scattered light toning, with one spot over end of Houston’s signature, a small spot of ink erosion to beginning of Tumlinson’s endorsement, and thin ink cancellation lines to front. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #413 - Ended August 14, 2013





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