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WILLIAM MCKINLEY * PSA * Autograph Handwritten Legal Case Un Signed Writing
$295.00
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RARE WILLIAM McKINLEY PARTIAL HANDWRITTEN LEGAL PETITION – EARLY CAREER DOCUMENT FROM HIS LAW PRACTICE, c. 1870s
Lengthy handwritten partial legal document penned by future 25th President of the United States, WILLIAM McKINLEY during his early career as an attorney in Ohio. Approximately 30 lines on two sides in McKinley's flowing script regarding a lawsuit over the building and manufacturing of wrought iron bridges in McKinley's hometown of Canton, Ohio. Canton was the home of the Wrought Iron Bridge Company, a bridge manufacturer.
McKinley first built his reputation as a lawyer and Civil War veteran before entering politics. Later, as America’s 25th President, he guided the nation through a period of immense change at the dawn of the 20th century, overseeing victory in the Spanish-American War, the annexation of overseas territories, and the rapid growth of American industry before his tragic assassination in 1901.
The McKinley partial legal document has been thoroughly reviewed and CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA AUTHENTICATION SERVICES EXPERT EXAMINATION and encapsulated using PSA/DNA's sonically sealed technology – your assurance of absolute authenticity. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE – quite simply one of the finest McKinley documents available on the market.
Condition is as shown, consistent with age, use and handling. The partial brief measures appx. 6.5" x 7.75", the overall encapsulate measures approx. 10" x 13". McKinley's handwriting still remains remarkably bold and legible.
Own a one of a kind, original piece of Presidential history! The perfect acquisition for the Civil War collector, McKinley admirer, aspiring lawyer, autograph enthusiast, or History buff. A must have addition to any exceptional collection.
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