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Lot #169
Theodore Roosevelt

California requests the signature of New York governor Theodore Roosevelt

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California requests the signature of New York governor Theodore Roosevelt

Unusual DS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, State of California letterhead, April 8, 1899. Request from the government of California for the signatures of the Governor, Secretary of State and the Secretary to the Governor, as well as an impression of the Seal of New York. Boldly signed in fountain pen by Theodore Roosevelt. It is not known why the state of California would request Governor Roosevelt’s signature, making this an unusual and interesting document. In very good condition, with an office ‘received’ stamp over opening portion of Roosevelt’s signature, scattered light toning and several folds and wrinkles. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #296 - Ended April 20, 2005