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Representative Parsons is “completely in error” about his facts in the Jan Janov Pouren case. Secretary of State Elihu Root does not have the complete authority that Parsons believes, and the Commissioner is not simply an arm of the State Department. President Roosevelt believes that Parsons should have directly applied to Commissioner Samuel M. Hitchcock.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-28
James R. Sheffield briefly discusses several political topics; including an enthusiastic immigration official, prospective judge Samuel Hitchcock, and an incident with Booker T. Washington. Sheffield mentions lunches with Joe Murray and Commissioner of Immigration William Williams. He wants to meet with President Roosevelt to discuss Hitchcock’s possible appointment and his strengths and weaknesses. Sheffield praises Roosevelt for his recent Southern tour and speech in Charleston. The Booker T. Washington incident and Tillman insult must be buried.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-12