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President Roosevelt requests the Navy Department make a specific report on the relative advantages and disadvantages of the 14-inch and 12-inch guns. Roosevelt wants to be sure that the matter has received the fullest consideration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-29
Midvale Steel Company addresses President Roosevelt sending him a message regarding shipbuilding companies nabbing armor-plate contracts. Midvale Steel Company President Harrah discusses the challenges of bidding for contracts such as vying against certain competitors for contracts. Harrah suggests that it would be beneficial for Midvale Steel Company to win the armor-plate contracts since the company is cost effective, does fair bidding, offers timely deliveries, and has a record of reliability.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-07-13