Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 16.25 x 13.25, March 20, 1854. President Pierce appoints James A. Kennedy of Washington "to be a Justice of the Peace, in the country of Washington." Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of State William L. Marcy. The crisp white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with light foxing, a few stains, a short tear to right edge, and old repairs on the reverse; Pierce's signature is bold and uncommonly large.
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