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A list of all men of color appointed to or continued in office by President Roosevelt, complete with the office and date.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-01
John William Burgess wishes to inform President Roosevelt regarding a misunderstanding during an interview that Burgess gave to a reporter from the New York Tribune. Burgess was not talking about Roosevelt’s opinion of the Monroe Doctrine, but about American politicians in general. In his role as the inaugural Roosevelt Professor at Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität in Berlin, Burgess has emphasized the separation of the professorship from “any relation to the diplomacy” between the United States and Germany.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-29
Nicholas Murray Butler writes to ensure that President Roosevelt knows the truth about Professor John William Burgess’ comments about the Monroe Doctrine, which were delivered as part of his inaugural address as Roosevelt Professor at Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Berlin. Burgess’ comments have been inaccurately reported in American papers, and Butler encloses two letters from Professor Wilhelm Paszkowski for context on the issue. Butler explains that he has learned of the motivation for the “malice” at the heart of the inaccuracies, and will explain to Roosevelt at their next meeting. He reassures Roosevelt that the Germans understood Burgess completely, and it was only the Americans who have been manipulated by the “lies.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-27
Secret Service Agent Tate records comments made by Julia Connor about her former neighbor Lulu Grover. Grover claimed to have known President Roosevelt when he was ranching near Medora, North Dakota, and left her cats to Roosevelt after committing suicide.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-15
Secret Service Agent Flynn presents an extract from the report of Frederick M. Tate regarding the suicide of Lulu Grover. This includes testimony from several neighbors and possible relatives about Grover’s personal history and life in New York City.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-15
Lawrence F. Abbott apologizes to President Roosevelt for requesting his estimate of General Robert E. Lee, knowing how busy Roosevelt is. Abbott describes a speech given to the Quoin Club by Commissioner Franklin K. Lane of the Interstate Commerce Commission, in which Lane expressed the belief that the era should be regarded as one of “construction and real conservatism, not of irresponsible radicalism.” Abbott remarks that even in New York City, “fair-minded” businessmen recognize Roosevelt as the leader of a “great democratic industrial movement.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-14
Ambassador Reid informs President Roosevelt of his travel plans and his intention to deliver a letter to Roosevelt from Sir Edward Grey. Reid sends Roosevelt an editorial and a report published in the London Times on Roosevelt’s message. Reid also mentions that the British government have not yet found someone for the position of Ambassador to the United States. Sir Gerald Lowther is no longer under consideration for the position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-11
R. Sheridan’s business card. Sheridan, an English boot maker, has moved his business from 47 Broadway to 50 Broadway, New York City.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-06-10
Pages five and six from the May 4, 1902 edition of the New York Herald.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-05-04
In a talk with Secretary of the Treasury Leslie M. Shaw, Shaw said he would like to know how William D. Murphy’s appointment would be regarded by the New York banks. Murphy notes that he will have letters sent by some of the banks, and he asks whether these should be sent to Shaw or to President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-02-01
Charles F. Brooker tells Senator Bard of the work Doctor Danziger has been doing campaigning for the Republican National Committee, garnering support from the Jewish communities of New York City, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-19
John Appleton Stewart commends the campaign work done by John J. D. Trenor among the New Yorkers of Italian ancestry. He recommends Trenor for a government position that could make use of his linguistic abilities.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-10
C. Grant La Farge writes to President Roosevelt asking to be considered as a candidate for the planning committee of the New York City post office or the opportunity to submit a design for the new building.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-10
Colonel Edward L. Duffy of the 69th Regiment responds to Francis C. Travers about military escort arrangements for President Roosevelt’s pending visit.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-03
Henry W. Taft recommends another man for postmaster of New York City, Dr. Peaslee.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-02
F. Norton Goddard is upset that his recommended nominee for Postmaster of New York City, Marcus M. Marks, will not be appointed. Goddard blames Senator Thomas Collier Platt for interfering in the appointment. Goddard writes of the “malign influence” Platt exerts. Goddard is worried that his business will suffer because the Jewish American community will hold him responsible for the slight to Marks. Goddard asks that Roosevelt confer with him on other appointments even though he has passed on Marks.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-02
F. Norton Goddard has heard that Senator Platt may remove his objections to Goddard’s proposed candidate for postmaster. Goddard urges President Roosevelt to appoint Mr. Marks.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-11-30
Nevada N. Stranahan, collector of the Port of New York, writes that Senator Platt and Senator DePew will be recommending Mr. Wilcox for Postmaster of New York City.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-11-28
Joseph Bucklin Bishop reports to President Roosevelt that there is very little support for Seth Low for postmaster. Bishop discusses the appointment of Francis E. Leupp as Commissioner of Indian Affairs. Bishop is anxious about Roosevelt’s trip to St. Louis.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-11-21
F. Norton Goddard asks William Loeb to keep his letters to President Roosevelt private. Goddard does not want other officials who might be interested in discussing nominees for postmaster positions to read the reference letters he has mailed to the president.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-11-17