Slicer, Thomas Roberts, 1847-1916

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1899-11-28

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Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

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1899-11-22

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Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

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1899-11-11

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Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

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1899-09-26

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Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer informs Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt to give the enclosed to Theodore Roosevelt as he said it would therefore reach him immediately.

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1911-01-18

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer requests Theodore Roosevelt address the Economic Club on the fortification of the Panama Canal. The Club seeks to present multiple perspectives on current topics by experts. Slicer asks to meet Roosevelt Tuesday afternoon to discuss the matter further.

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1911-01-16

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer would like to bring a report by Major Louis Livingston Seaman, a surgeon, to President Roosevelt’s attention, as it deals with observations Seaman made during the Russo-Japanese War concerning the efficiency and sanitation of battlefield hospitals. Slicer endorses Seaman’s character and knowledge, and would like for Roosevelt to meet with him to discuss the report and what can be done to improve sanitation in the United States Army. He also thanks Roosevelt for the actions he has taken in the case of Colonel Charles O. Shepard. Slicer plans to visit the White House soon, and would like to see Roosevelt for a few minutes, if possible.

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1904-10-25

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thoma Roberts Slicer thanks President Roosevelt for Colonel Shepard’s appointment, discusses the decision in Northern Securities Co. v. United States, and mentions bills concerning gambling and Wall Street’s response toward Roosevelt.

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1904-03-19

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to William Loeb

Thomas Roberts Slicer requests that William Loeb pass on a letter to President Roosevelt regarding politics in New York City.

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1903-03-21

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer presents his understanding of the current political situation in New York City, including his evaluation of the various political forces and figures at work. He concludes that Mayor Low is unlikely to be reelected and suggests different candidates.

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Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer is making the case that Edward F. McSweeney has performed admirably at his position in the United States Industrial Commission and quotes a letter from Albert Clarke to do so. McSweeney has other supporters including Jacob Riis and Arthur Von Briesen. Slicer thinks that McSweeney should resign, but only after he has had the opportunity to answer the charges against him as an civil servant should.

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1902-04-11

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer has been praying for President Roosevelt and feels that the nation’s composure is partly due to the public’s trust in Roosevelt.

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1901-10-15

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer encloses a letter from Mr. Gill regarding the “School City” idea being used in Cuba. Slicer has declined to send appointment requests to President Roosevelt but is available to consult on any applicants. He hopes Roosevelt will revisit Colonel Shepard’s case and suggests that he consult with Nicholas Murray Butler regarding the Immigration Department.

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1901-10-11

Letter from Thomas Roberts Slicer to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Roberts Slicer writes about developments in two fraud cases, one dealing with an attempt to pack the Grand Jury list and the other pertaining to election fraud in the Ninth District.

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