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Paxon, Frederic J. (Frederic John), 1866-1939

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Letter from Frederic J. Paxon to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Frederic J. Paxon to Theodore Roosevelt

Frederic J. Paxon sends Theodore Roosevelt a letter regarding a sermon by Dr. John E. White that misrepresents Roosevelt’s stance on the Anglo-American Peace Treaty. Paxon expresses concern over the misunderstanding, affirms Roosevelt’s consistent support for “peace with honor,” and requests a clarifying letter to share with Dr. White and potentially publish.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-11

Creator(s)

Paxon, Frederic J. (Frederic John), 1866-1939

Letter from Frederic J. Paxon to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Frederic J. Paxon to Theodore Roosevelt

Frederic J. Paxon, as president of the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, asks Theodore Roosevelt for support in stopping the federal government from closing down the Department of the Gulf which is headquartered in Atlanta. Paxon and other Atlanta residents worry about the loss of prestige and money were the city to lose a portion of their officers. 

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-05-20

Creator(s)

Paxon, Frederic J. (Frederic John), 1866-1939