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Former U.S. Marshal Walter P. Corbett suggests to Senator Lodge that Florida lawyer Ezra P. Axtell be considered for U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Florida. He lists Axtell’s previous positions and argues that candidate William B. Sheppard is unqualified for the position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-13
Senator Lodge forwards President Roosevelt a statement from Walter P. Corbett, who recommends that Ezra P. Axtell be considered as a candidate to succeed Judge Charles Swayne. Lodge is impressed with Corbett but also discussed other candidates with Senator James Piper Taliaferro.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-16
Attorney General Bonaparte submits a detailed analysis of the case against Idaho Senator William Edgar Borah to President Roosevelt. Bonaparte believes, ultimately, that a postponement in the case against Borah will be necessary. Bonaparte has received reports of charges against Florida judge William B. Sheppard. In North Carolina, Bonaparte believes the situation between the legislature, the railroad, and the Federal government has been resolved, but in future would prefer to let local authorities do their own negotiating.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-01