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If necessary, William Allen White can provide more endorsements for the appointment of Cyrus Leland. Should Leland receive the appointment, White would appreciate being allowed to tell him the news.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-25
The appointment of George R. Koester is creating a great deal of comment and Senator McLaurin encloses a personal letter that may interest President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-26
Terence Vincent Powderly encloses a letter written by George E. Matthews. Powderly states Mr. DeBarry’s transfer order was suspended while he was out of the office, but DeBarry needs to be removed from his position in Buffalo, New York. Powderly encourages George B. Cortelyou to ignore any letters written on DeBarry’s behalf.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-26
Senator Lodge encloses numerous letters for President Roosevelt to review.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-28
Thomas Worthington encloses an interview with Fred H. Rowe discussing his views on President Roosevelt’s relationship with the Illinois state administration and the future of federal appointments in Illinois. Worthington will support Charles Gates Dawes for Senate.
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1901-10-28
Bishop Beaven recommends John W. Casey for a chaplaincy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-29
According to Chairman Edmund H. Deas, the opposition to George R. Koester’s appointment as collector of internal revenue in South Carolina is based on rumors that Koester led a lynching.
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1901-10-29
Governor Hunt recommends Edmund J. James as treasurer of Puerto Rico. Hunt considers the position to be very important, especially with the approach of the next legislative session.
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1901-10-29
Richard Randolph McMahon is a strong supporter of President Roosevelt and extols his many fine qualities. McMahon also supports the appointment of William Dudley Foulke as Civil Service Commissioner.
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1901-10-29
Now that he has President Roosevelt’s support, Gifford Pinchot is willing to accept the work offered by Secretary of the Interior Ethan Allen Hitchcock. Pinchot wanted to have a free hand and hopes to get results.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-19
William Dudley Foulke accepts President Roosevelt’s appointment to the Civil Service Commission.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-21
Franklin Hall will not be able to arrive in Washington, D.C., until the end of November, and he trusts the position will remain open until he arrives. In a post script, he states the saddles should ship by Friday.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-21
Senator McLaurin notifies President Roosevelt that he succeeded in reaching Senator Hanna’s secretary, Elmer Dover, via telephone. He explained the matter and asked Dover to have Hanna wire Roosevelt directly. McLaurin also sent his secretary to South Carolina to speak with John G. Capers. They will not be able to keep George Koester’s presence in Washington, D.C., out of the newspapers much longer.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-21
Henry H. Smith provides information about George R. Bidwell, who is being considered for reappointment as Collector of Customs at the Port of New York. Bidwell was involved with the “Quigg Affair” and Smith notes several other violations of duty by Bidwell.
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1901-10-21
George Gunton is glad that President Roosevelt invited Booker T. Washington to the White House. He includes two names he recommends for the custom house and appraiser matter. Gunton would like the United States to take a “liberal” attitude toward Cuba.
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1901-10-22
Senator Platt requests that Thomas W. Cridler be retained as Assistant Secretary of State. Cridler is a valuable resource and would be hurt if he was removed from his position. Platt suggests removing Alvey A. Adee instead of Cridler.
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1901-10-23
Senator Frye asks about rumors regarding Thomas W. Cridler’s removal as the Third Assistant Secretary of State. Cridler has an excellent work history and Frye hopes the rumors are false. He believes selecting Herbert H. D. Peirce to replace Cridler would be a mistake as Peirce does not have the necessary experience for the role.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-23
J. F. Hanson comments about racial problems in the south and the relationship between the Republican Party and southern states. He believes that the southern states hold a prejudice against the Republican Party but it is important for the south and the country as a whole that the Republican Party remain in power.
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1901-10-23
William Henry King supports Albert D. Elliot’s application for the position of secretary of Puerto Rico. He praises Elliot’s moral and intellectual fiber and claims he possesses the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the office successfully.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-23
George Koester is very appreciative of the efforts that secured his appointment to the Treasury Department.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-23