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Foraker, Joseph Benson, 1846-1917

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Alliance with George B. Cox designed for offensive and defensive work

Senator Hanna’s protest against the appointment of Judge Wright as judge of the District of Columbia indicates that Hanna’s alliance with George Barnsdale Cox is both offensive and defensive. Hanna will likely leave the Republican National Committee and focus on Ohio politics. The Hanna-Cox alliance will be a force in the realignment of Republican politics in Ohio.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-27

William F. Willoughby confirmation

Commissioner Wright hopes to have William F. Willoughby confirmed as treasurer of Puerto Rico and has written to Senator Foraker. He would like George B. Cortelyou to inform Foraker that the Willoughby appointment is “all right.”

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-12-13

Letter from Freeman L. Dustman

Freeman L. Dustman discusses the differing opinions among Ohio Republicans on to what extent their platform should endorse President Roosevelt’s administration. Dustman notes that there are some who want to endorse Senators Foraker and Dick, while others do not because of their opposition to the railway rate bill and the Philippine tariff bill. Dustman requests that the recipients of the letter send in a statement expressing their views on the matter, to be published in The Blade.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-07-28

Letter from Byron E. Shear to George B. Cortelyou

Byron E. Shear strongly disagrees with the suggestion that affidavits should be obtained regarding the “dog tax” matter. He believes quiet detective work is needed the most. Shear provides the names of several prominent men who can clarify the situation.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-11-23

Letter from Henry Cabot Lodge to Theodore Roosevelt

Senator Lodge encloses numerous letters for President Roosevelt to review.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-28

Letter from Charles V. Herdliska to Henry Cabot Lodge

Charles V. Herdliska requests Senator Lodge’s assistance in acquiring a consulship. He has already acquired Senator Joseph Benson Foraker’s endorsement.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-15

Letter from Maria Longworth Storer to Theodore Roosevelt

Maria Longworth Storer expresses her confidence and trust in President Roosevelt. Storer and her husband, Bellamy Storer, just hope for an opportunity where they can serve the country. She cautions that American ambassadors should always be gentlemen and their wives should be ladies or their actions will injure the country.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-17

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay received President Roosevelt’s instructions to appoint Mr. Ames as consul in Ghent, Belgium. However, Senator Foraker requested the position for a friend. Since they will need Foraker’s support, Hay suggests that Foraker’s candidate receive Ghent and Ames be appointed to Antigua. Ames can receive a more appropriate position later. Hay is pleased with the British negotiations and thinks Ambassador Choate has shown ability and tact.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-04

Letter from Frederick William Holls to Theodore Roosevelt

Frederick William Holls recommends Charles V. Herdliska for appointment as United States consul at Prague.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-09-23

Letter from Charles V. Herdliska to Robert Sanderson McCormick

Consul Herdliska reviews the events leading up to his marriage and explains his poor relations with his wife’s parents, Captain Michie and Mrs. Michie. He claims his in-laws are conspiring to prevent his reappointment or ability to obtain another position.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-08-28

News item: Senator Foraker of Ohio will try to stop the Taft boom

William C. Morris illustrates Ohio Senator Joseph Benson Foraker’s attempts to derail Secretary of War William H. Taft’s “boom”, or his plans to run for President in the next election.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-03-28