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Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary discusses the enclosed letter from the Pension Department to Alexander L. Lucas. He explains why he was placed in New York City and why he cannot be immediately transferred to San Francisco.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-28
President Roosevelt will see if he can arrange to give Lieutenant Hay the detail that Clara Louise Stone Hay requests for him. While he usually does not entertain such requests, Roosevelt will make an exception for Hay.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-01-11
William L. Stoll has been in the Navy for fourteen years, but has only ever served on small boats. He asks Theodore Roosevelt if he would be willing to write a letter recommending him for transfer to a large ship like the USS Florida.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-03
Charles Edward Magoon writes to Secretary of State Root regarding recommendations for successors to his positions in Panama, since he will be transferred to the Philippines. He recommends Colonel William Crawford Gorgas for governor and commissioner and William F. Sands for minister. Given the circumstances of Panama, he believes that Gorgas should be given the dual appointment of governor and minister. However, if the positions are separated he recommends Sands. Magoon wishes to return to the United States prior to his transfer in order to handle his personal affairs and confer on his next position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-07-24