DS, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 14.75 x 10.5, August 6, 1901. Document appointing Augustus F. W. Macmanus to the position of “Judge Municipal Court, District North of Pasig, Manila.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Taft as Civil Governor of the Philippines and countersigned by he Executive Secretary. In very good condition, with storage folds, some scattered light toning and soiling, intact gold seal and some light wrinkling. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.