26324a. (Keeper appointment package) U. S. Lighthouse Service Keeper Appointment Letters and forms. Whitefish Point Light Station, Michigan c.1911.
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26324a. (Keeper appointment package) U. S. Lighthouse Service Keeper Appointment Letters and forms. Whitefish Point Light Station, Michigan c.1911.
26324a. (Keeper appointment package) U. S. Lighthouse Service Keeper Appointment Letters and forms. Whitefish Point Light Station, Michigan c.1911. Lot contains four pieces relating to the appointment of George Frederick of Shelby, Michigan to the position of Second Assistant Keeper of Whitefish Point Light Station, Michigan. The appointment letter is from the Inspector, 11th Lighthouse District and signed by the inspector appointing Mr. Frederick to the position. The second piece is signed by the Acting Chief Clerk, Washington and is the official probationary appointment, which would become permanent after six months on the job. Also included are official Circular No. 215 relating to political activity of officeholders. These three items are contained in the official franked envelope of the Light-House Establishment, 11th District and addressed to Mr. Frederick. Pieces are clean and crisp, with original folds, except envelope which has some early staining and light expected soiling. Extremely rare keeper’s appointment, suitable for framing or display. (VG). $245.