Lot 178
Spanish American War Heroes. Lot of two: 1). Document signed ("George Dewey"). As Admiral of the Navy. Partially printed, accomplished in manuscript. One page, 3½ x 8", Washington DC, December 7, 1905. Being a "Record of Officers". One horizontal fold, minor toning, adhesive residue on verso. Very good condition. A secretarial hand fills out the bureaucratic details and the great Admiral gives his approval. 2). Signature ("Richmond P. Hobson"). One page, 3½ x 2½", n.p., n.d. Inscribed "Autograph of…with good wishes" on back of calling card. Mounting residue at corners, else fine.
Dewey, the greatest Admiral of the Spanish-American War and Hobson, "the most kissed man in America" -- he sank the Merrimac in Santiago Harbor.
Estimated Value $100 - 150.
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