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Postmaster General Cortelyou informs William Loeb that he has sent a “musical machine” to Oyster Bay for Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-07-10
Secretary of the Treasury and former Postmaster General George B. Cortelyou delivers a speech in honor of Postmaster General George von Lengerke Meyer. Cortelyou describes how the post office is improving under Meyer’s supervision. Cortelyou mentions that the postmasters are being treated by their supervisors as equals and are building morale among the different members of the office. The new policies offer a more meritorious system of promotions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-05-22
George B. Cortelyou updates Senator Lodge on the situation regarding the Anthracite Coal Strike. On October 6, Carroll D. Wright, commissioner of labor, went to Philadelphia with a message from President Roosevelt for John Mitchell. If Mitchell will direct the miners to return to work in the mines, Roosevelt will appoint a commission to investigate all issues between the mine operators and miners, and will try to obtain a settlement in accordance with the findings of the commission. There has not been a reply to this proposal yet.
Massachusetts Historical Society
1902-10-07
George B. Cortelyou informs W. G. Steel that President Roosevelt cannot accept Steel’s invitation to attend the outing this year but his “kindly expressions are appreciated.”
1902-05-15
George B. Cortelyou notifies Representative Tongue that President Roosevelt has approved H. R. 4393, which establishes a national park at Crater Lake, Oregon. Cortelyou also sends the pen used to sign the bill.
1902-05-24
Secretary of Commerce and Labor Cortelyou encloses material he thinks will be of interest to President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-19
Secretary of Commerce and Labor Cortelyou encloses a letter from Commissioner of Corporations James Rudolph Garfield, which responds to a memorandum from Edward Rosewater alleging that the output of the paper mills is controlled by a trust.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-03-28
On behalf of President Roosevelt, George B. Cortelyou thanks John T. McCutcheon for the drawing.
1902-12-06
George B. Cortelyou informs Carl Mueller that President Roosevelt is pleased to send him his autographed photograph, but that it is not possible for him to write an article at present.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-14
On behalf of Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt, George B. Cortelyou acknowledges Elizabeth J. Shaw’s recent letter, and informs her that “an invariable rule” Roosevelt has adopted prevents her from being able to comply with Shaw’s request.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-11
George B. Cortelyou has paid a list of expenses from President Roosevelt’s round trip between Washington, D.C, and Oyster Bay, New York.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-19
Secretary of Commerce and Labor Cortelyou has been investigating the Government Printing Office’s labor issues and what should be done regarding William A. Miller’s reinstatement into the office. Miller was dismissed from his position but the Civil Service Commission ordered his reinstatement, which could cause labor unrest. After consultations with Secretary of the Navy Moody, Cortelyou believes that President Roosevelt might best make the announcement of the reinstatement. He also recommends a further investigation into the Government Printing Office and will provide a full report to Roosevelt soon.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-11
Secretary of Commerce and Labor Cortelyou reminds President Roosevelt of his suggestion that Roosevelt consult with Henry L. Stoddard before his state fair speech in Syracuse, New York.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-05
President Roosevelt would be pleased to act upon William Roscoe Thayer’s suggestion but does not have anything on hand to contribute.
1902-01-09
George B. Cortelyou thanks Edwin Brockholst Livingston on behalf of President Roosevelt for his letter of condolence and congratulations.
1901-09-25
List of items sent to Colonel Thomas Henry Barry at the request of President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-02-03
Editorial changes recommended by Secretary of Commerce and Labor George B. Cortelyou to President Roosevelt for Roosevelt’s acceptance of the Republican Party’s nomination for President and platform.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-09-01
Regarding a letter found by Alfred C. Burrill purportedly written by Theodore Roosevelt, George B. Cortelyou informs Burrill that the letter is genuine and is a resignation from a committee of the Society mentioned. He believes it was written the winter of Roosevelt’s senior year at Harvard, 1879-1880.
1902-12-06
George B. Cortelyou responds to a letter from Houghton, Mifflin and Co. regarding the proposition made by Messrs. Gebbie and Co. He says President Roosevelt feels it is satisfactory and gives his permission to go ahead with the contract upon the referred to terms.
1902-06-30
Republican National Committee Chairman Cortelyou tells President Roosevelt that he has heard of Postmaster General Payne’s death. He wants Roosevelt to do what is best for the public good and party in appointing a replacement, even if that means removing his name from the running.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-10-04