Handsome DS as president, one page, 14 x 18.75, December 26, 1901. President Roosevelt appoints Zerah W. Torrey to the rank of Major of Infantry. Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root. In fine condition, with some wear and paper loss to seal and some trivial spotting. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.