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John P. Usher document signed as Secretary of the Interior under President Abraham Lincoln. Dated 14 August 1863, document approves a pension to David H. Brown, a Fireman in the U.S. Navy who had been disabled in the line of duty. Countersigned by Joseph H. Barnett as commissioner of pensions. With blindstamped Interior seal, document measures 16'' x 9.625''. Foxing, pinholes and fold through signature, overall very good condition. Accompanied by portrait of Usher.