Lot 81
McKinley, William - Document Signed as President (1843-1901) 25th President of the United States (1897-1901). Document signed "William McKinley" as President, one page plus integral leaf, 14 x 10¼", Washington, June 1, 1898. Countersigned by Secretary of State William R. Day. To the Emperor of Morocco, presenting the newly-appointed Consul-General for Morocco, Samuel R. Gummeré, and asking the Emperor "to protect him in the exercise of his functions for the patronage of the commerce between the two countries…and to treat him with kindness and confidence, placing entire reliance upon what he shall say to you in our behalf…." One small mark in lower right corner and one small hole at fold intersection, otherwise fine. Transmittal envelope bears a large, embossed seal. Estimate Value $400 - 600
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