Note from Presidential Office Staff
The attached papers from Benjamin F. Montgomery’s desk were produced after his dismissal from the executive office.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1905-01-17
Your TR Source
Employees--Dismissal of
Note on papers of Benjamin F. Montgomery
The attached papers were found in Benjamin F. Montgomery’s desk in an envelope marked “very confidential” upon his dismissal.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1905-01-17
Note from Horatio L. Clark et. al.
A number of Long Island residents sign a note saying that they have never witnessed Percy Frampton, a postal worker, intoxicated and believe he has been dealt with unjustly.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-02-08
Memorandum from Theodore Roosevelt to James W. Raynolds
In a pre-printed form, President Roosevelt informs Secretary of the Territory of New Mexico Raynolds that he will be removed from office once his successor is named.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1907-07-27
Letter from Jesse E. Wilson to Theodore Roosevelt
Acting Secretary of the Interior Wilson sends the text of a telegram from Ormsby McHarg to President Roosevelt. McHarg says Santa Fe District Attorney Robert C. Gortner has been working against McHarg, prompting him to demand Gortner’s dismissal by Acting Governor James W. Raynolds. Wilson asks Roosevelt if he should direct Raynolds to dismiss Gortner.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1907-07-29
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to George von Lengerke Meyer
Theodore Roosevelt assures George von Lengerke Meyer that he is just as frustrated with the Dallas postmaster situation as Meyer. If the postmaster is asked to resign, the postmaster should be the only person notified, not anybody else. Roosevelt will speak with Meyer about the matter next week.
Collection
Massachusetts Historical Society
Creation Date
1907-09-19
The president and the appraisership
President Roosevelt has rejected Senator Platt’s efforts to have Appraiser Wakeman removed from his position at the port of New York. Wakeman is an honest official that has combated “cheating importers” aligned with Platt.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-07
Telephone message from Milton E. Ailes
Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Ailes left a message stating that the collector of customs at El Paso, Moses Dillon, can be removed at any time. The collector’s term expires next spring.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-11-02
Roosevelt may remove Bidwell
President Roosevelt has had several meetings with individuals interested in the federal officeholders of New York City. It appears likely that a “shake-up” is imminent with these appointments.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-10-07
Roosevelt and the labor unions
Newspaper article defending President Roosevelt’s decision in the case of William A. Miller.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1903-08-06
Letter from George B. Cortelyou to Theodore Roosevelt
Secretary of Commerce and Labor Cortelyou has been investigating the Government Printing Office’s labor issues and what should be done regarding William A. Miller’s reinstatement into the office. Miller was dismissed from his position but the Civil Service Commission ordered his reinstatement, which could cause labor unrest. After consultations with Secretary of the Navy Moody, Cortelyou believes that President Roosevelt might best make the announcement of the reinstatement. He also recommends a further investigation into the Government Printing Office and will provide a full report to Roosevelt soon.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1903-07-11
Newspaper article by John Grant
John Grant protests his removal as United States Marshal and portrays President Roosevelt as a tyrant and demagogue.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1902-05-14
Big shake-up imminent
Frank Saxton, inspector at Ellis Island, has been dismissed for dereliction of duty. Assistant Commissioner McSweeney may also be removed.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1902
Summary of letter from Philip Battell Stewart
Philip Battell Stewart encloses a letter from Franklin C. Goudy. John B. Goff had a successful trip to Keystone Ranch. Stewart is meeting with Senator Edward Oliver Wolcott and will learn what Mr. Kent has to say.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1902-02-05
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Regis Henri Post
President Roosevelt says he will stand by Governor Post if he thinks “this man” should be removed but cautions him to avoid a fight especially so early in his term.
Collection
Creation Date
1907-08-01
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Regis Henri Post
President Roosevelt received Governor Post’s letter about Francisco de Paula Acuña Paniagua, and if Post desires to remove him, he should notify Roosevelt who will act by cable. Roosevelt will also act how Post deems best about Diaz but cautions him to be certain of the facts.
Collection
Creation Date
1907-08-05
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Oswald Garrison Villard
President Roosevelt believes that General Miles Nelson Appleton should be relieved of his position, but Roosevelt is concerned that this action could complicate the passing of the Army bill.
Collection
Creation Date
1902-03-22
Note from Francis B. Loomis
B. Storer writes Senator Hanna regarding Mr. Hurst’s removal. Storer believes injustice was done to Hurst. Hanna would like some information in order to answer Storer.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1903-12-30
Report on Philadelphia post office investigation
An investigation at the Philadelphia post office found that three carriers had been transferred for political reasons and the postmaster failed to answer relevant questions. President Roosevelt has written to Postmaster Clayton McMichael directing him to restore the carriers to their original routes and drawing his attention to the civil service rules that require employees to answer all relevant and proper questions.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1903-12-31
Letter from Alford Warriner Cooley to William Loeb
Alford Warriner Cooley encloses the memorandum requested by President Roosevelt, regarding regulations for the removal of postal employees.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1903-10-13