DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 19.5, July 5, 1916. President Wilson appoints Paul Cassard a Lieutenant, Junior grade in the Navy. Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Wilson and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels. In very good condition, with scattered soiling and toning, light storage folds, intact, but worn seal and a few slight creases. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.