Unusual partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 11.5, January 23, 1902. President Roosevelt appoints John Lane to be “Postmaster at Augusta in the County of Kennebec State of Maine.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Postmaster General H. C. Payne. Matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 21. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some mild toning, otherwise fine condition. The document’s gold foil seal is slightly worn and cracked and retains its original red ribbon. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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