LS signed “D. G. Farragut, Rear Admiral,” one lightly lined page, 8 x 10, Western Gulf Blockading Squadron letterhead, January 28, 1864. Farragut, on board the flag ship Hartford, writes to William Reid, Third Assistant Engineer on the gunboat Katahdin. In full: “Report to Chief Engineer Thos. Williamson President of a board of examiners now in session on board the steamer “Tennessee” for examination for promotion in the Regular Navy. In fine condition, with mild toning and a few light marginal spots. R&R COA.
