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Representatives of C. G. Gunther’s and Sons write to Benjamin F. Barnes that they were surprised to hear of their employees’ negligent behavior. They will send different workers to Oyster Bay, New York, to make repairs. Furthermore, they agree that the letter from their salesman was worded poorly and apologize for any annoyance.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-13
The Commercial Bulletin has interviewed a number of New England leather manufacturers, tanners, and shoe makers about a proposed removal of tariffs on the relevant products. The companies are generally in favor of removing duties on leather and shoes if it would mean a removal of duties on raw hides, although there is substantial disagreement. On the reverse side, the paper also lists prices of various commodities.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-02-21
Joseph Gurney Cannon recounts for J. S. Sherman his recent trip through Indiana with local Representative James E. Watson. Watson has recently returned from Missouri where he feels hopeful for the election of Frank B. Fulkerson and Cassius McLean Shartel, and recounts a political fight between Senator William Joel Stone and Governor Joseph Wingate Folk for the same seat. Watson went over the situation in Indiana as well, where demand for free hides like in Massachusetts are fueled by the independent press. Watson would like to take up President Roosevelt on his offer to write a letter on the matter. Cannon hopes the president will address the letter to Watson directly.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-07-30
Frank Lambert Dingley writes President Roosevelt regarding his late brother, Representative Nelson Dingley. Frank Dingley assures the President that the congressman was against “free hides” and supported protecting American industries. Dingley also shares his brother’s political ideals, including making a tariff bill “symmetrical.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-11-16