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President Abraham Lincoln document signed, dated 23 February 1864, as well as a collection of Lincoln-related items. Countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury, Salmon P. Chase, document appoints a John W. Killinger as assessor of internal revenue in the Tenth Collection District of Pennsylvania. "Abraham Lincoln" signature is bold and clear. Original blindstamped seal intact. Very minor creasing and two small 1.5" tears along right edge and top edge, else very good condition. Document is nicely framed to an overall size of 21.75" x 17.75". Includes original letter to Killinger informing him of his appointment, dated 28 October 1863. Additionally, lot includes a variety of related items including, (1) Killinger's personal 1859 copy of The Constitution; (2) a copy of a speech Killinger delivered to the House of Representatives on 14 March 1860; (3) a 1pp. 17 April 1865 printed Treasury Department document signed on "mourning stationery" by Secretary of the Treasury, "H McCulloch" instructing Treasury members to "wear crape upon the left arm for the period of six months" to honor President Lincoln. Lastly, includes (4) an Abraham Lincoln silk Stevengraph, depicting a portrait of the President in a black frame. Some minor wear and tape residue to edge, else very good. Overall very good condition.
Abraham Lincoln 1864 Document Signed as President -- With a Beautiful, Full Signature
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