Chaplains attachment
The attached should have been included with President Roosevelt’s chaplain recommendations.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-19
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Memorandum
John Sergeant Wise appointment
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901
Memorandum from William Loeb to Theodore Roosevelt
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-20
15th amendment
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-20
Memorandum from William Loeb to Theodore Roosevelt
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-20
Memorandum to George B. Cortelyou
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-21
Memorandum from George B. Cortelyou to William Loeb
President Roosevelt is glad to hear from Mr. Youngs and has no suggestions regarding the road.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-21
List of applicants for appointment as chaplain U. S. Army who have been recommended by President Roosevelt
President Roosevelt has recommended the appointment of J. C. Caraher and Hedley Hall as military chaplains.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-14
Memorandum for Secretary Gage: German tonnage taxes
Eugene Tyler Chamberlain examines how tonnage taxes are applied to German and American vessels.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-05
Memorandum on Jessie Benton Fremont
Due to President Roosevelt’s absence, a letter from Jessie Benton Fremont was forwarded to Secretary of War Elihu Root.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-05
President Theodore Roosevelt visits Trinity Reformed Church
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-01
Memorandum of information for the Secretary of the Navy
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.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-25
How the present Republican organization in Virginia came about and who are the men controlling it
John S. Wise describes the creation of the current Republican Party organization in Virginia and its leadership. He argues that the current Republican machine of Virginia is corrupt and wants their recognition and patronage to be withdrawn.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-15
Memorandum concerning the Consul at Turin
The State Department has no evidence that the Italian government objects to Consul Cuneo and his consulship has been officially recognized by Italy. Cuneo is a native of Italy but speaks Italian “imperfectly” which is an issue as he deals primarily with Italians.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-16
Torpedo boat organization and service: Atlantic coast of the United States
W. W. Kimball reviews his theories on the organization, training, and outfitting of torpedo-boats.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-14
Memorandum for George B. Cortelyou
The letter from Maribel Williams appears insincere as her form of address was likely chosen in an attempt to increase the likelihood of her letter reaching President Roosevelt.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-04
Mounted infantry
Hermann Speck von Sternburg reviews the uses, training, and equipment of mounted infantry.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-05
Memorandum from John Barrett to Theodore Roosevelt
John Barrett provides information on Senator Mitchell who will be meeting with President Roosevelt on September 30. Mitchell is a powerful senator and wants his son, Captain H. E. Mitchell, appointed as captain of quartermasters or paymasters in the regular army. Barrett recommends Captain Mitchell be given the appointment as his father’s cooperation will be useful to the Roosevelt administration.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-09-28
The control of the Nicaragua canal
Edward Van Dyke Robinson, economist, argues against the neutralization or fortification of the proposed Nicaraguan canal. Robinson proposes that the only way to secure the canal is to establish control of the canal region, exercise control for the benefit of all nations, and maintain nearby military and naval bases. Robinson concludes by reviewing potential locations for bases to defend the canal.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-09-20
Memorandum on eyes, hair, and complexion
Memorandum noting the eye color, eye size, hair color, and complexion of an unidentified person.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-12-04