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President Roosevelt regrets that he cannot accept Alexander Rudolf Lawton’s invitation, but he cannot attend another engagement.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-09
President Roosevelt apologizes to Alexander Rudolf Lawton, but says that it is not possible for him to come to Savannah, Georgia. He hopes he will be able to see Lawton soon.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-01-31
President Roosevelt directs Alexander Rudolf Lawton to send the report to Chief of Staff General James Franklin Bell since it explains why he could not do as Lawton wanted regarding Captain Lawton.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-22
President Roosevelt thanks Alexander Rudolph Lawton for the letter, and looks forward to seeing him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-02-16
President Roosevelt asks Colonel Lawton to not delay in getting the judges committed to his friend.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-01-21
President Roosevelt supports the promotion of Judge Jones to Judge MrCormick’s position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-01-10
President Roosevelt would like Colonel Lawton’s opinion on who to appoint for district judge if he appoints Judge Speer as circuit judge.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-01-13
President Roosevelt will renominate John H. Deveaux. He has a good record and Roosevelt will not oppose him simply because of his skin color.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-05-01
President Roosevelt has acted on Colonel Lawton’s suggestion regarding the Athens post office. However, his suggestion of naming Deveaux minister to Haiti is not possible. President Roosevelt will look for another position for Deveaux.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-02-19
President Roosevelt responds to Colonel Lawton’s appointment suggestion and refuses to deny reappointment to the current holder of the position on the grounds that a man’s skin color does not prevent him from being a good public servant.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-01
Deveaux has received a great deal of support and a variety of recommendations for his abilities and character. President Roosevelt may have to reappoint him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-16