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Senator McComas will meet with the Maryland Congressional Delegation soon and will send to President Roosevelt in a few days recommendations for several open positions in Maryland. The typed list of positions follows, with possible names and notes about each handwritten by President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-22
William Allen White has not been feeling well and has been traveling between California and Kansas. He says not to trust Frank P. MacLennon, who will claim to be a friend of White’s. White believes that the appointment of Eugene F. Ware took ten years off his life. He tells George B. Cortelyou to “kill any telegram” that he sent in a “thoughtless moment.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-22
Russell B. Harrison is strongly against the appointment of Colonel Walker to the post of Pension Commissioner, saying that he is viewed as a perpetual seeker of office. He believes that Walker would bring discredit to the Roosevelt administration like Corporal Tanner did to the Benjamin Harrison administration. Harrison believes that the business interests believe that too many pensions are being passed for old soldiers. He also has a low opinion of the War Department and believes new personnel are required. He believes the War Department needs a “Roosevelt Man” unattached to the McKinley administration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-11
Eugene F. Ware would prefer a little more time but is prepared to begin his position at the pension office the moment President Roosevelt makes the announcement. He can come to Washington immediately, but would need to make several trips back and forth to wrap up his affairs.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-12
Eugene F. Ware is happy to delay assuming his duties as pension commissioner but should an emergency arise will be able to be in Washington in 48 hours. He is taking the advice of President Roosevelt and others to keep his mouth shut when asked about the job or his policy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-14
Harry S. New declines the offered appointment as First Assistant Postmaster General due to obligations in Indiana.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-01
John Edward Addicks reports on the Republican situation in Delaware. L. Heisler Ball had the support of the Union Republicans and was elected with the understanding that Addicks would be able to make the federal appointments if Ball were endorsed. Ball has now lost support and Republicans are bolting from the party. Addicks holds President Roosevelt responsible for dividing the Republicans in Delaware.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-05-05
Ellis H. Roberts responds to a request for information regarding his credentials and performance in public service. He explains his past financial difficulties and how they were resolved. Roberts highlights his accomplishments as Assistant Treasurer and later Treasurer of the United States.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-18
George Lockhart Rives gives his opinion on the potential appointment of Alexander T. Mason as Commissioner of Immigration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-26
Frederick Muller is concerned about corruption in New Mexico Territory. He would like to discuss the appointment of the territorial governor with President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-14
Madison Grant recommends Dr. Tarleton H. Bean, a scientist, to head up the United States Fish Commission. Grant encloses Bean’s resume.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1897-11-05
Noble E. Dawson writes a note to President Roosevelt on his business card, congratulating Roosevelt on appointing Eugene F. Ware as Pension Commissioner. Dawson encloses a note Ware sent him in 1893, transcribed on the back of an advertisement for Dawson’s services.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04