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Secretary of War Elihu Root has received the application of the International Banking Corporation to serve as fiscal agent of the federal government in the Far East.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-27
Jules Boeufve of the French embassy called regarding the document Maurice Hutin wanted placed before Congress. President Roosevelt responded that nothing had been promised to Hutin.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-13
Commissioner Wright hopes to have William F. Willoughby confirmed as treasurer of Puerto Rico and has written to Senator Foraker. He would like George B. Cortelyou to inform Foraker that the Willoughby appointment is “all right.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-13
The attached document is a copy as the original was returned to Admiral Walker.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-13
Secretary of State Hay describes the German-American understanding that the Monroe Doctrine prevents European powers from acquiring territory in the Americas and that Germany will not seize any territory due to the ongoing dispute with Venezuela.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-16
“This letter was gone over by the President with Mr. Cummings.” This refers to a letter from Louis Tynberg, a New York manufacturer, who alleges that corrupt practices are being used by the customs service at the Port of New York.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-14
Robert Bridges provides information on the men who have asked him to write on their behalf to President Roosevelt. Cyrus Townsend Brady hopes to get his son an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. Archibald G. Hutchinson would like a commission as a second lieutenant in the regular Army. George Bridges, Robert’s brother, would like to be appointed postmaster in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11
George. W. Perkins was telephoned on November 3 but his phone was disconnected.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-19
The attached should have been included with President Roosevelt’s chaplain recommendations.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-19
The three commissioners that handle grade and damages in the 23rd and 24th wards of New York City will be dismissed due to their connections to Tammany Hall. The work can be done by anyone and John S. Wise Jr. is a suitable candidate that is active in politics and a Spanish-American War veteran.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901
Representative Boreing told Mr. Halstead that Senator Deboe would consent to the appointments of Mr. Craft and Mr. Lieberth if he was given the chief deputyship.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-20
A proposition to change the 15th amendment to make it clear that the amendment applies to federal elections and that Congress will “prescribe the mode and manner” of how federal offices are filled.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-20
William Loeb forwards a newspaper article sent by Harry Brown regarding conditions in the Immigration Bureau. Loeb explained to Brown how he was “scooped” on the news of the appointment of Nevada N. Stranahan.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-20
President Roosevelt would like Senator Hanna informed that the over capitalization part of his message will be removed. Secretary Root and Attorney General Knox have also reviewed the message.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-21
President Roosevelt is glad to hear from Mr. Youngs and has no suggestions regarding the road.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-21
President Roosevelt has recommended the appointment of J. C. Caraher and Hedley Hall as military chaplains.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-14
Eugene Tyler Chamberlain examines how tonnage taxes are applied to German and American vessels.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-05
Due to President Roosevelt’s absence, a letter from Jessie Benton Fremont was forwarded to Secretary of War Elihu Root.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-05
Peter Moerdyke records several visits President Roosevelt made over a period of two years to the Trinity Reformed Church of Chicago, Illinois. This time period has been a “bright page” in the church’s history and Moerdyke prays for the success of the Roosevelt administration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-01
Captain Sigsbee presents two translations of German newspaper articles received from consular agents in Germany. The first article discusses Germany’s intent to promote immigration to South America and focuses on available economic opportunities for the German people. It claims that the United States ignored the Monroe doctrine by annexing Cuba, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the Philippines. The second article states Germany should not try to establish itself in South America as it would not be able to maintain long term control.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-25