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President Roosevelt encloses a confidential letter from Mr. Hanna, “the Gold Democrat,” about John W. Fries. Roosevelt would like to know if Alexander Boyd Andrews agrees with Hanna’s assessment.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-21
Hugh Henry Hanna went to North Carolina to discuss federal appointments in the state with John William Fries. They will continue to canvass the subject and find a few men that can be relied upon by President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-17
Marion Butler recommends that President Roosevelt confer with the Gold Democrats John William Fries, Lawrence Shackleford Holt, and John H. W. Ogden regarding affairs in North Carolina. Judge Purnell, a Republican, would also be a useful contact.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-04