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Secretary of War Taft discusses appointments for four different offices, including the Secretary of Agriculture. He gives President Roosevelt his assessment of nominees.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-11-17
President Roosevelt assures Representative Bradley that there will be an abundance of positions in the artillery that could go to Bradley’s friend, if he does well on the examination.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-02-05
Granville Fortescue thanks Vice President Roosevelt for nominating him for an examination to receive a military commission. He is anxious over the examination and hopes to receive a commission as a first lieutenant. He just returned from the Philippines and has a bolo (a Filipino knife) to give Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901