Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson requests that President Roosevelt meet with Revenue Collector Thompson and Captain Charles H. Scott as they can provide good advice relating to Republican support in Alabama in the upcoming election. Clarkson informs Roosevelt that these men wish to support Roosevelt and not those who tried to set up the “Lily White Republican Party” in Alabama.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-09-17

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson responds to the letter Francis C. Travers had written on behalf of former inspector Lawrence J. Hanley. Clarkson informs William Loeb of Hanley’s poor performance in various positions but promises to look into the matter further.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-09-12

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Theodore Roosevelt

Jams Sullivan Clarkson has been trying to protect President Roosevelt’s time by dissuading David M. Parry from meeting with him regarding the controversy in the Post Office and by encouraging Roosevelt to decline an invitation to a banquet of international insurance men. Clarkson remarks that the financial panic seems to have passed, the Democrats wish to nominate Judge Gray, the death of Judge Long was a serious matter, and that General Batcheller is in the country and can give Roosevelt valuable information about diplomatic and commercial matters in Egypt.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-29

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Benjamin F. Barnes

James Sullivan Clarkson writes to Benjamin F. Barnes to inform him that he has enclosed a newspaper clipping concerning the Democrats and the trade unions. Clarkson mentions the reinstatement of W. A. Miller, foreman of Government Printing Office’s, Book Binding Department.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-16

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Benjamin F. Barnes

James Sullivan Clarkson writes to Benjamin F. Barnes to suggest Republican representatives attend upcoming labor conventions to counteract efforts to alienate trade unions from the Republican Party. Clarkson encloses letters from F. G. R. Gordon and John N. Parsons, as well as a statement about socialism in the United States. Original and typewritten copy.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-15

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson tells President Roosevelt about his experience at the African American convention the previous week in Louisville. There he encountered a large group that was trying to convince the body to turn a cold shoulder to the President. Clarkson praises Booker T. Washington, who helped raise support for the President.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-07

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson informs William Loeb that Bartholomew Gurren has arrived with Loeb’s note and Clarkson has put him to work as a messenger. The man Loeb was going to send from Oyster Bay has not yet arrived.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-09

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson asks William Loeb to forward to President Roosevelt the attached article from the Wall Street Journal, which is the one he meant to give him the previous night, instead of the one he actually gave him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-14

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Theodore Roosevelt

James Sullivan Clarkson is upset that New York newspapers have been attacking Postmaster General Henry C. Payne while praising Assistant Postmaster General Robert John Wynne in the ongoing postal investigation. In contrast to what the newspapers are saying, Clarkson credits Payne with leading the investigation as earnestly as could be expected of any man.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-14

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson encloses a letter from Felix P. Herwig, a former Chairman of the Republican State Committee of Louisiana. He wishes the President to consider the letter.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-09

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson advises William Loeb that President Roosevelt should personally write and invite Mr. Leigh Hunt to dinner at the White House, as it would mean a lot to him. Clarkson describes Hunt’s business ventures in Iowa, Seattle, China and Korea. Clarkson is convinced that Roosevelt and Hunt will get along well and also emphasizes that Hunt could be a great asset to him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-08

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson reminds William Loeb that President Roosevelt should meet with Leigh S. J. Hunt because he has important information regarding the United States foreign service abroad. Clarkson also encloses a few news clippings that may interest Roosevelt – especially one regarding the systematic organization of the mail carriers on behalf of William Randolph Hearst’s presidential campaign.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-03

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson discusses current political topics, including how Senators Stephen B. Elkins, Henry Gassaway Davis, and Arthur P. Gorman are all related through business interests and family ties. Clarkson believes Elkins’ dream to be president is worthy of consideration. He also mentions how the movement to support Senator Hanna began in Alabama but it now seems to be faltering.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-05-30

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson encloses several newspaper articles. He also comments on three topics: the movement for Grover Cleveland’s nomination by some Democrats, F. Norton Goddard’s popularity in New York, and the post office investigations.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-05-13

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson encloses several newspaper articles and has heard that William C. Whitney has acquired a majority interest in The Sun. He has also been informed that Senator Hanna may be purchasing the New York Press.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-04-27

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to William Loeb

James Sullivan Clarkson encloses letters from General Dodge regarding financial issues and from Leigh Hunt who provides a positive assessment of President Roosevelt. Clarkson also comments on political developments in New York.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-04-17

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Theodore Roosevelt

James Sullivan Clarkson believes that he can assist in securing Mr. Tyner’s resignation. He would also like to speak to President Roosevelt regarding politics in New York.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-03-24

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Theodore Roosevelt

James Sullivan Clarkson writes favorably of John J. McCook, a strong supporter of the Roosevelt administration. McCook has widespread political and business contacts and Clarkson believes that McCook can be helpful to President Roosevelt. McCook seems to believe that Roosevelt considers him to be a “man of the past” when in reality, “There is no more virile man in capacity in this city than Colonel McCook.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-02-11

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to Theodore Roosevelt

James Sullivan Clarkson has sent the report on his investigation and will be able to discuss it with President Roosevelt on Saturday. He reiterates the fact that he and Mr. Rosenfield meant no harm and did nothing wrong.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-02-05

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918

Letter from James Sullivan Clarkson to George B. Cortelyou

James A. Clarkson replies to President Roosevelt’s inquiry about the raising of funds for political purposes by Inspectors of the New York Custom House. Clarkson has investigated the matter and now encloses the report of the Civil Service Commission.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-02-04

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Clarkson, James Sullivan, 1842-1918