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Andrew J. Corcoran responds to President Roosevelt’s letter from January 25, 1905, explaining his reasons for recommending the installation of a new 40,000 gallon water tank at Sagamore Hill. Corcoran also explains the problems with repairing the current system and installing a 20,000 gallon tank on the back porch.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-01-28
Andrew J. Corcoran recommends to Noah Seaman that President Roosevelt accept his offer to replace the tower, tank, and wheel attached to the windmill at Sagamore Hill because the existing structure is old, worn, and provides an inadequate water supply.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-01-20
Andrew J. Corcoran submits a proposal to take down the windmill and tower at Sagamore Hill and replace it with a new tank, pump, supporting tower, and re-erect the windmill for a cost of $3,786. If President Roosevelt also wants to replace the existing wheel the total cost would be $4,248.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-01-19