Unknown

Memorandum regarding Maurice E. Townsend

William Loeb says that Maurice E. Townsend could fill a position with little work required. Loeb mentions that local Republicans from Townsend’s district “protested vigorously” against him being given a position in the administration. He has traditionally voted Democratic and did not even vote for President Roosevelt. Any debt that Roosevelt owed Townsend was satisfied with a job that Roosevelt provided while governor.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-26

Creator(s)

Loeb, William, 1866-1937

Letter from George W. Perkins

“With compliments of Mr. Geo. W. Perkins.”

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-31

Creator(s)

Perkins, George W. (George Walbridge), 1862-1920

Confidential memorandum regarding John Barrett

Summary of communications regarding the objections of Japan to the appointment of John Barrett as U.S. Minister to Japan. President Roosevelt and Secretary of State Hay had both supported Barrett’s appointment until the Japanese government argued against it.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-20

Creator(s)

Unknown

Memorandum of facts: Chinese Inspector Izard & Jenkins

Inspector Ralph Izard attempted to pay U.S. Marshal William Henkel $500 to arrest 27 Chinese immigrants without a warrant. Izard attempted to deceive the U.S. District Attorney on the same count. Izard and Inspector Jenkins swore false warrants under the name John Doe. Jenkins and Chinese interpreter Moy Gop Jung admitted that no investigation had been done to secure the warrants and that all statements made were untrue. Izard and Jenkins have caused great expense to the U.S. government because of their actions. Izard has been falsifying travel expense accounts, stating he has been in various places, when in fact he was in Boston.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-20

Creator(s)

Unknown

Letter from A. J. Cassatt

A. J. Cassatt encloses an annual pass for the Pennsylvania Railroad Company.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-23

Creator(s)

Cassatt, A. J. (Alexander Johnston), 1839-1906

Note on H. C. Richards

H. C. Richards, a British barrister and politician, presents his compliments to President Roosevelt for an autographed photograph. Richards has also returned the favor.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-05

Creator(s)

Unknown

Memorandum on bear measurements

This memorandum includes measurements of three bears, one male and two females.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-11-14

Creator(s)

Unknown

Letter from James N. Morgan to Mr. White

At the request of C. Grant La Farge, James N. Morgan encloses a parcel of heavy wool socks to be delivered to President Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-11-27

Creator(s)

Morgan, James N.

Memorandum regarding Tomás Herrán and the Colombian legation

In relation to the Colombian legation, Jose Concha has returned to New York due to health reasons and Tomás Herrán will be charge d’affaires in the interim. Herran will continue negotiations.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-01

Creator(s)

Unknown

Note from Douglas Robinson

Corinne Roosevelt Robinson will be unable to go to Oyster Bay, New York, tomorrow.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-11-03

Creator(s)

Robinson, Douglas, 1855-1918

Lafayette B. Gleason memorandum

Lafayette B. Gleason of the New York State Republican Committee would like Attorney General Knox to speak at a meeting at Burlin’s Academy.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-23

Creator(s)

Unknown

Telegram from John Hay

Secretary of State Hay conveys President Roosevelt’s hope that humanity will benefit from the Tuberculosis Conference.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-25

Creator(s)

Hay, John, 1838-1905

Memorandum on Frank M. Crocker

Frank M. Crocker, consular agent at Guaymas, Mexico, has not been keeping the consular office open during business hours due to his business obligations. Complaints have been filed. Charles D. Taylor was appointed to replace Crocker on October 3. Crocker appears to have a good reputation and a telegram was sent to President Roosevelt to delay his replacement.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-29

Creator(s)

Unknown

Letter from Henry Sandham to Theodore Roosevelt

Henry Sandham thanks President Roosevelt for acknowledging his request for a copy of a letter. He will have his studio moved soon and will then have access to the letter.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-16

Creator(s)

Sandham, Henry, 1842-1910

Exhibit No. 34

The municipal code is being changed regarding cemeteries and funeral processions.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-13

Creator(s)

Unknown

Note from Edwin D. Mead

Edwin D. Mead would like President Roosevelt to see article xvi, section 3 of the Constitution of Pennsylvania, which he provides for reference.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-07

Creator(s)

Mead, Edwin D. (Edwin Doak), 1849-1937

Note from Poultney Bigelow

Poultney Bigelow certifies that Albrecht Almon has been performing translations from English to German for him. He recommends Almon and his work.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-09

Creator(s)

Bigelow, Poultney, 1855-1954

Memorandum from David T. Day

Work disputes between the employer and miners can be settled at the Court of Common Pleas in the district where the mine is located.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-04

Creator(s)

Day, David T. (David Talbot), 1859-1925

Letter from Matthew Stanley Quay

Senator Quay withdraws a previous letter requesting financial assistance due to a potential violation of civil service law.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-06

Creator(s)

Quay, Matthew Stanley, 1833-1904

Letter from C. Hughes Armistead

C. Hughes Armistead explains to his uncle why his trip home from Japan has been delayed and provides dates for his expected visit.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-09-29

Creator(s)

Armistead, C. Hughes