Lot 82
McKinley, William - Military Commission Signed as President (1843-1901) 25th President of the United States (1897-1901). Partly-printed document signed "William McKinley" as President, on vellum, 19¾ x 15¾", Washington, Dec. 26, 1899. Appointing David J. Rumbough "Captain of Artillery." Countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root. Navy War Dept. seal is present, along with normal vignettes at top and bottom. David J. Rumbough served in the Army from his graduation from the U.S. Military Academy in 1880 until 1912. He was promoted to Colonel in 1911. This is an especially attractive document, in very fine condition. Estimate Value $400 - 600
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