LS signed “Jeffer. Davis,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, October 10, 1853. Letter to Commodore Charles Stewart, commander of the US Navy Yard in Philadelphia. In full: “It being represented to the Department by the father of John S. King, a boy on board the Cyane, that he is a Minor, and enlisted without his consent, you will discharge him on settlement of his accounts.” In fine condition. During this period Davis was serving in Franklin Pierce’s cabinet as secretary of war, but sends this letter as acting secretary of the Navy. It was in reality James Dobbin’s position, but he must have been indisposed when this was sent. A highly unusual piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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