Truman, Harry (1884-1972). President of the United States (1945-1953). Lot of 3, including 2 partially printed DsS, each 1p, 22.75 x 19 in., with embossed seal affixed lower left, Washington. The first dated June 22, 1946. Appointment of John R. Steelman of Alabama as Director of War, Mobilization and Reconversion for a term of two years. Signed by Truman as President and Dean Acheson (1893-1971) as Acting Secretary of State. The second DS, dated July 26, 1946. Appointment of Steelman as Economic Stabilization Director. Signed by Truman as President and James F. Byrnes (1882-1972) as Secretary of State (1945-1947). Accompanied by TLS signed by President Truman, 1p, 8 x 10.25 in., The White House, Washington letterhead. April 1, 1952. A letter addressed to Steelman, in which Truman designates him Acting Director of Defense Mobilization. Condition: Each document has undergone light, even toning. Overall, each document is in very good to near excellent condition. Each Truman signature strong and legible.
Truman, Harry (1884-1972). President of the United States (1945-1953). Lot of 3, including 2 partially printed DsS, each 1p, 22.75 x 19 in., with embossed seal affixed lower left, Washington. The first dated June 22, 1946. Appointment of John R. Steelman of Alabama as Director of War, Mobilization and Reconversion for a term of two years. Signed by Truman as President and Dean Acheson (1893-1971) as Acting Secretary of State. The second DS, dated July 26, 1946. Appointment of Steelman as Economic Stabilization Director. Signed by Truman as President and James F. Byrnes (1882-1972) as Secretary of State (1945-1947). Accompanied by TLS signed by President Truman, 1p, 8 x 10.25 in., The White House, Washington letterhead. April 1, 1952. A letter addressed to Steelman, in which Truman designates him Acting Director of Defense Mobilization. Condition: Each document has undergone light, even toning. Overall, each document is in very good to near excellent condition. Each Truman signature strong and legible.
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