[ Autographs ] JAMES K. POLK (1795 - 1849) Eleventh President of the United States who led the country during the Mexican-American War, and secured the territories of Oregon and Washington. A.L.S. "James K. Polk" as President, 1p. 4to., [Washington], Mar. 11, 1847 to Secretary of the Treasury Robert P. Walker. In part: "...Genl. Starbouk of Ohio desires to have a short interview with [you], and I hope you may be able to afford him that opportunity. Genl. S. is the gentleman in whose behalf The Hon. Mr. Sawyer takes a decided interest He has been employed temporarily in your department..." Near fine condition.