This humorous certificate makes Boykin an honorary admiral in the naval section of the Sumter Guards, a remnant of the nineteenth-century military unit from South Carolina.
This certificate appoints Boykin as "Admiral in the Great Navy of the State of Nebraska," an humorous, honorary title given by the governor to individuals who promote the welfare of the state.
The seal of the Alabama Executive office (lower left corner of the document) is extremely detailed, showing rivers (and their names), borders, and buildings (possibly courthouses). An enhanced, enlarged version of the seal is included here.
The order notifies Johnston that he has "been selected for immediate military service" by the local draft board. The certificate gives the time and location he is to report for induction.