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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-13
Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt
LeGendre, William C., 1856-1926
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President Roosevelt defends his business policies, including: the creation of the Department of Commerce, the ending of the Anthracite Coal Strike, and bringing suit against the Northern Securities Company. Roosevelt has heard a lot of “dishonest nonsense” from wealthy men that should know that Wall Street’s troubles come from “watering of stocks” and speculation, not any action taken by the government. Roosevelt wants to do what is right for the business world and what is right for the world of labor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-13
President Roosevelt writes, “that is a fine suggestion, but of course it is not one that I could make.”
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1908-05-16
President Roosevelt informs William C. LeGendre that he will consider Crosby for a 1909 appointment, but he cannot promise as he has many applicants for every vacancy.
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1907-11-21
President Roosevelt responds to a communication from William C. LeGendre, noting that before a commission can be created to investigate frauds in the pension department, there first must be proof that the frauds are occurring.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-10-08
Theodore Roosevelt appreciates William C. LeGendre’s letter.
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1904-09-13