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Warren G. Harding autographed presidential appointment naming Oscar J. Houstman as Postmaster at Olin in Jones County, Iowa. Dated May 17, 1922, the partially printed 18 x 14" document is completed in manuscript and appoints Houstman to a four-year term beginning March 31, 1922. Signed by Harding as President at lower right and countersigned by Postmaster General Hubert Work at lower left. The document features an engraved eagle vignette and the seal of the United States Post Office Department.

Good condition overall with expected age wear, including general toning, scattered damp staining, and edge wear.

Warren G. Harding (1865-1923) served as the 29th President of the United States from 1921 until his death in office in 1923. A former Ohio newspaper publisher, state legislator, lieutenant governor, and United States senator, Harding campaigned on a promised “return to normalcy” following World War I. His administration supported pro-business policies and international arms limitation, but was later overshadowed by scandals involving several appointed officials, most notably the Teapot Dome scandal.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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Reference sku: 11669 1417254-1