September 22, 2011
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HAYES, Rutherford B. (1822-1893) Nineteenth President. Civil War brigadier general. Congressman and Governor from Ohio. Defeated Samuel Tilden in 1876 although he lost the popular vote. Ended Reconstruction, reformed the civil service, and supported hard money policies. Manuscript Document Signed as president, "R.B. Hayes" Executive Mansion, June 28, 1879, 8-1/2" x 14," 1pp. In full "During the absence or sickness at any time of the Honorable John Sherman Secretary of the Treasury and of the Honorable John B. Hawley, Assistant Secretary, the Honorable Henry F. French Assistant Secretary is hereby directed to perform the duties of Secretary until otherwise ordered." Very attractive, fine. Former Union Major General John Sherman served as Secretary of the Treasury, March 10, 1877 - March 3, 1881.
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