USS Erie Mexican War Ship US Treasury Dept Antique Autograph Signed Letter 1848

Original Historical Ephemera   Aaron Ogden Dayton - US Treasury Department appointee of John Tyler Antique Autograph Signed letter discussing emergency funds requested resultant from the evacuation during the Mexican-American War, noting some confusion about whether the Navy Dept or US Treasury should be meeting the request concerning 5 destitute seamen from the USS Erie after participating in the occupation of Mazatlán.   Letter is addressed to Secretary of Treasury - Robert J. Walker Dated October 17th, 1848   Measures 8 x 10 inches, suitable for framing   Good condition, with light soiling and age wear Guaranteed Authentic Please see images