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President Roosevelt asks Lieutenant General Young exactly how much he desires to be appointed as Visitor to West Point. General Alfred E. Bates is also up for consideration, but Roosevelt would leave Bates off to appoint Young.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-12-23
President Roosevelt explains to Senator Proctor why he chose Captain Benjamin Alvord to be promoted to Assistant Chief of the Record and Pension Office. Roosevelt personally wanted to appoint his friend John H. Parker, while Proctor suggested Eugene Frederick Ladd. However, in order to avoid the appearance of favoritism, Roosevelt asked Secretary of War William H. Taft to have the general staff evaluate all the candidates and make a recommendation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-03-31
General Alfred E. Bates has been suggested for appointment as West Point Visitor. In Secretary of War William H. Taft’s absence, Secretary of State Root will instead discuss the matter with the recipient.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-11-19