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James H. Eckels asks George B. Cortelyou to thank President Roosevelt for the invitation to lunch, and confirms that he and his wife will be able to attend. As Eckels will have a chance to discuss several topics with Roosevelt then, he is not planning to visit the White House to discuss them prior to the lunch.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-1907
James H. Eckels introduces I. K. Friedman, a writer from Michigan, to President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-02-05
James H. Eckels recommends William Penn Nixon as collector for the port of Chicago and suggests that Addison Clay Harris of Indianapolis, Indiana, be considered for the vacant circuit judgeship.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-08
James H. Eckels encloses an editorial from the Chicago Chronicle that thoughtfully discusses President Roosevelt’s dinner with Booker T. Washington.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-08
James H. Eckels supports a revision of tariff schedules before any reciprocity measures, is opposed to ship building subsidies, and believes that capital and industry can be regulated by state authorities. Eckels has faith in President Roosevelt and his administration.
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1901-10-09
James H. Eckels has returned from the mountains and heard the news of William McKinley’s death and President Roosevelt’s succession to the presidency. He prays for Roosevelt’s success and believes he will have widespread support.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-18