Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett asks Secretary of War Taft how long he will be in Oyster Bay, and if they could meet in person soon. Recently Fassett heard a rumor about himself in Buffalo, that he was in support of Governor Charles Evans Hughes. Fassett only supported Hughes against Frank Wayland Higgins and Benjamin Barker Odell. Before appointments are made for collector of internal revenue or district federal marshal, Fassett would like a meeting with President Roosevelt. At present, Fassett has not yet spoken with Senator Frederick C. Stevens, though he has seen Senator William J. Tulley who is undecided.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-01

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Congressman Fassett asks President Roosevelt to leave appointments at the Seneca Falls Post Office as is until March 1905. Fassett spoke of this favor with Roosevelt prior to the election.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-12-02

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Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Congressman Fassett is pleased that Silsbee has received attention. Fassett asks that work be done to increase the salary of Edward L. Adam, a member of the diplomatic corps. Fassett says he will write to President Roosevelt about the election results.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-11-22

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett thanks Theodore Roosevelt for the copy of The New Nationalism. Fassett believes the Republican party “is getting into a condition which is no better.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-31

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett was delighted to see the Associated Press dispatch Theodore Roosevelt sent and reminds him that their association has been longer than twenty-five years. “On the general principle,” Fassett has agreed with Roosevelt, although he has differed in opinion regarding the method. One such current, yet minor, difference concerns the direct nomination. He congratulates Roosevelt on his recent speeches and the ticket that was nominated. Fassett asks about Roosevelt’s speaking schedule and instructs him to caution Henry L. Stimson from revealing too much during the first interview. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1910-09-30

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Rather than embarrass President Roosevelt by remaining in his position, William H. Prangen will resign his position as chairman of the Republican County Committee. J. Sloat Fassett also tells William Loeb that he believes he dealt wisely with Timothy L. Woodruff, and asks if he saw “what an idiot” Stewart L. Woodford made of himself in Utica.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-03-31

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Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

J. Sloat Fassett thanks William Loeb for the news that Mr. Miller will be appointed, although he asks if the matter can be held off until the next week. Fassett enjoyed his time in Pittsburgh and Detroit, and comments on some political matters involving New York Governor Charles Evans Hughes.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-02-18

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett encloses a letter he has sent to Timothy Woodruff. He does not feel that anything can be done about O’Brien for the time being because Woodruff has upset the two senators.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-02-07

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett advises Timothy L. Woodruff against naming any of New York’s “big four” delegates-at-large to the Republican National Convention himself. Governor Charles Evans Hughes is running for president, and anything short of “fair play” with Hughes will be detrimental to politics in the state. Fassett believes that Hughes should make his preference for delegates known, and advises see him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-02-07

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett is concerned about the presence of Japanese workers onboard the battleships of the Great White Fleet, suggesting that they are probably “expert naval people” who are a danger to the officers on the ships. He suggests that there might be damaging “accidents.” Fassett believes that the officers can do without helpers on the ship.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-12-09

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett will give an interview condemning any attempts to start a row between President Roosevelt and New York Governor Charles Evans Hughes. Fassett has spoken with the committeemen in his office and while Hughes would be their first choice for president should Roosevelt choose not to run for a second elected term, they think he lacks Roosevelt’s “graces of character” and do not consider him as trustworthy.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-11-18

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett writes to William Loeb regarding the Berkhart issue that is still in the air. He hopes that this matter persists until John F. Stevens can address it.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-06-10

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-04-25

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Recipient

Loeb, William, 1866-1937

Language

English

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-04-24

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Recipient

Loeb, William, 1866-1937

Language

English

J. Sloat Fassett informs William Loeb that he will be traveling to Saratoga Springs, New York, and staying at the United States Hotel. Fassett tells Loeb to let him know if anything happens.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-09-18

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

J. Sloat Fassett writes to William Loeb about New York state politics. Fassett thinks that Governor Frank Wayland Higgins and Lieutenant Governor Benjamin B. Odell are about to lose their positions and finds Charles Evans Hughes a good choice for Governor. Fassett thinks Edgar Truman Brackett is not much without his partner and is a “vindictive, bitter man.” Hughes polls well and is gaining attention from the media, including William Randolph Hearst. Fassett wishes that Roosevelt could offer advice impartially, as he finds state Republican Party leader Timothy L. Woodruff ineffectual.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-09-14

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

J. Sloat Fassett thanks William Loeb for his help in finding John Bostelmann employment. If Frank Higgins succeeds at the convention, then Fassett may be defeated for the position of State Committeeman. Fassett believes that Hughes is the “only salvation.” Fassett will ultimately do what Theodore Roosevelt wants.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-09-11

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Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

J. Sloat Fassett justifies John C. Bostelmann’s hiring as a lawyer in the “Alienation Roll” of the Indian Department. Fassett will make sure he signs this letter personally. In the past letters were dictated and left for a secretary to sign, while Fassett was “engaged in the noble work of playing golf.” Fassett holds Frank Higgins in “utter contempt.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-08-20

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

J. Sloat Fassett asks William Loeb to write a letter to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs about John C. Bostelmann, a lawyer who is “an honest, capable fellow.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-08-16

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924

Representative Fassett thanks William Loeb for sharing his understanding of the New York Governor’s race, and in turn opines that Governor Frank Wayland Higgins may be able to be nominated, but will not be able to win. Fassett does not expect to be in New York, but if he is promises to visit Loeb for an evening. He is sorry to hear of the ill health of Loeb’s son, and offers his advice on how to treat it. Fassett explains his previous inquiry about securing a government position for someone, and how much it would mean for him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-08-13

Creator(s)

Fassett, J. Sloat (Jacob Sloat), 1853-1924