Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.75 x 19.75, July 9, 1888. President Cleveland appoints John M. Orchard as "Lieutenant, junior grade, in the Navy." Signed at the conclusion by Grover Cleveland, and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William C. Whitney. Blue Navy Department seal remains affixed to lower vignette. In fine condition, with areas of light toning along the edges.
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