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Letter from Alford Warriner Cooley to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Alford Warriner Cooley to Theodore Roosevelt

Civil Service Commissioner Cooley clarifies his position regarding the classification of fourth class postmasters. According to Cooley’s interpretation, fourth class postmasters are exempt from examinations and can be appointed without regard to civil service rules. However, they are also within the classified service and subject to rules pertaining to removal for political reasons.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-09-25

Letter from Henry C. Payne to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Henry C. Payne to Theodore Roosevelt

Postmaster General Payne encloses a blank commission for the office of fourth class postmaster and points out that the commission states that postmasters hold their office at the pleasure of the Postmaster General. The Attorney General of the Post Office Department has serious doubts that the Civil Service Commission can abridge this power of appointment and remove fourth class postmasters.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-09-29

Letter from Henry C. Payne to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Henry C. Payne to Theodore Roosevelt

Postmaster General Payne would like a new rule adopted regarding appointments to unclassified positions in post offices. The rule would require these appointments to be requested and recommended by the local postmaster to the Post Office Department. Previously, members of Congress have been able to request and receive an allowance for a clerk position without the consent or knowledge of the postmaster.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-08-25

News release on William A. Miller

News release on William A. Miller

After his dismissal from the bindery of the Government Printing Office, William A. Miller filed a complaint with the United States Civil Service Commission. The commission determined that the reason for Miller’s removal violated civil service regulations and requested that he be reassigned to duty. President Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce and Labor George B. Cortelyou are also investigating the matter.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-21

In re removal of W. A. Miller from the position of assistant foreman of the bindery in the Government Printing Office

In re removal of W. A. Miller from the position of assistant foreman of the bindery in the Government Printing Office

President of the United States Civil Service Commission Procter summarizes the case of William A. Miller. Miller was dismissed from his position at the Government Printing Office after he was expelled from the International Brotherhood of Bookbinders. According to civil service regulations, expulsion from a union is not sufficient grounds for dismissal and Miller should be reassigned to his position.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-17

Letter to Francis Wayland Palmer from the United States Civil Service Commission

Letter to Francis Wayland Palmer from the United States Civil Service Commission

William A. Miller was removed from the position of foreman of the bindery division of the Government Printing Office due to his expulsion from the International Brotherhood of Bookbinders. Civil service rules only allow removal from a competitive position if it will promote the efficiency of the service. As the only reason given for Miller’s removal was his expulsion from the union, the removal will not be recognized and Miller should be reassigned to duty.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-03