McBride, Thomas A. (Thomas Allen), 1847-1930

President Roosevelt informs Judge Wolverton that he has appointed him District Judge in Oregon. He explains that he has ignored the recommendation of Senator Charles William Fulton to do so. In light of information sent by U.S. Attorney Francis J. Heney regarding conditions in Oregon and Fulton’s conduct, Roosevelt felt unable to appoint any man suggested by Fulton.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-11-21

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt tells Senator Fulton that he will take up “the judgeship matter” when he returns to Washington. The state of affairs in Oregon makes it difficult for Roosevelt to follow “the usual course,” as he has heard strong opinions for and against Thomas A. McBride.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-11

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt asks Oregon Governor Chamberlain for information that will help him make decisions regarding the judgeship that has become vacant in Oregon. He had dismissed the idea of appointing Thomas A. McBride until he got a letter from Charles Erskine Scott Wood that strongly supported him. However, he has since found out that Wood is involved with Oregon Senator Charles William Fulton in an unethical irrigation and land deal. Roosevelt asks Chamberlain to confidentially give him the names of anyone who has been involved in land fraud in Oregon.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-12

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt writes Ethan Allen Hitchcock about the ongoing investigations into land fraud in Oregon. He wishes that District Attorney Francis J. Heney could provide proof or testimony of his allegations. Currently he has no evidence to back up his statement.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-06

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt tells Attorney General Moody that his reservation about appointing Thomas A. McBride was that he was concerned he was loyal to John H. Mitchell, but he now believes that McBride will be acceptable. He was impressed by Charles Erskine Scott Wood’s letter about Oregon politics.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-14

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

George E. Chamberlain writes to President Roosevelt to discuss members of the Oregon government. He does not understand the relationship between Judge McBride and Mr. Wood. However, he does “not believe any of the gentlemen whose names have been suggested for Judge are connected” with land fraud. He appreciates Roosevelt’s efforts toward good government.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-21

Creator(s)

Chamberlain, George E. (George Earle), 1854-1928

William H. Moody informs President Roosevelt that he has authorized the use of deputy marshals but limits the involvement of the government to simple protection of commerce in the railroad dispute. Moody does not have an objection to the appointment of Thomas A. McBride as district attorney, but it would be unfortunate to allow Francis J. Heney to dictate the appointment.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-17

Creator(s)

Moody, William H. (William Henry), 1853-1917