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Charlotte Augusta Wolcott thanks Theodore Roosevelt for his support of her husband, Charles Francis Bates. She quotes a letter she received from the War Department clearing her husband of any unjust statements.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-16
Theodore Roosevelt is glad to have the matter resolved and asks Charlotte August Wolcott Bates to give his regards to her husband.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-22
The secretary of Theodore Roosevelt tells Charlotte August Wolcott Bates that Theodore Roosevelt has received her letter, and that her husband’s censure will likely be cleared soon.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-06
Theodore Roosevelt asks Henry L. Stimson for legal advice regarding a case involving Charles France Bates, stating that Mr. Bates was a very good man who may have been unintentionally slandered due to a past situation from Roosevelt’s presidency.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-01
Charlotte August Wolcott Bates follows up with the secretary of Theodore Roosevelt following a recent meeting in the Outlook office. She encloses a brief statement about the discussed matter, and takes this opportunity to advocate on behalf of her husband, Charles Francis Bates. She writes that they are both very proud in what he does, and asks if anything can be done to remove the censure from his record.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-31
Charlotte W. Bates requests Theodore Roosevelt meet with her briefly to discuss a personal issue while in Spokane, Washington.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-04