Superb DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 20.5, January 17, 1899. President McKinley appoints Frederick Rodgers to the position of Commodore in the Navy. Boldly signed at the conclusion in black ink by McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy John D. Long. In fine condition, with previous storage folds and slightly worn, but striking intact blue seal. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.