Lot 124
Hayes, Rutherford B. This document also bears the signature of Hamilton Fish as Secretary of State. White wafer Seal of the United States at lower left. Presidential Cabinet appointments are uncommon and this one is in choice condition. Matted and framed with a bronze inscribed plaque and a color print of Hayes; all to an overall size of 16 x 26". 19th President of the United States, 1877-1881.
Partly Printed Document Signed as President. One page, Oblong Folio, Washington DC, March 12, 1877. President Hayes appoints Charles Devens to serve as Attorney General.
Just eight days into his Presidency, President Hayes appoints "Charles Devens of Massachusetts…" to serve as Attorney General of the United States.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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