Patee, Fred, 1860-1937

Fred Patee petitions Theodore Roosevelt to use his influence to get the Department of the Interior to do what he asks. He encloses a letter explaining the matter. Regardless of the outcome, Patee considers himself loyal to Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-30

Fred Patee submits a sample of a fire proof wall plaster to George Otis Smith, Director of the United States Geological Survey, for his consideration. Given the large number of fires that have happened recently, Patee feels that the plaster, which contains a significant amount of the non-conductive material asbestos, could help save many lives.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-27

Creator(s)

Patee, Fred, 1860-1937