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Theodore Roosevelt tells Rebecca B. Swezey, “Sister Rebecca,” that he is sympathetic with her uncle’s circumstances but since he is no longer in any official position, all he can do is forward her letter on to the Commissioner of Pensions and ask him to look into the matter. Roosevelt hopes the commissioner will grant her uncle’s request.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-13
President Roosevelt asks Commissioner of Pensions Evans to state the position in clearer terms. He would like to definitively answer people who claim that medical referees should not pass on what legal referees have done.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-19
President Roosevelt would like to meet with Commissioner Evans to discuss amendments to the pensions report.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-12
Sarah W. Loud expresses to Theodore Roosevelt that her husband, Civil War veteran Thomas B. Loud, has been unjustly kept at the Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea rather than allowed to live at home with her. She recounts his military service, declining health, and the actions of local officials that resulted in his pension being withheld and adequate aid denied, causing their prolonged separation. Loud appeals to Roosevelt for help in securing a pension sufficient to support him at home, describing her emotional and financial hardship and her faith in Roosevelt’s sense of justice.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-12
Tom B. Loud tells his wife, Sarah W. Loud, that he feels well, got a visit about his pension, received fruit from family, asks about payment for a shed, and says he needs money for a haircut.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-10
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs J. E. Ralph that Roosevelt cannot grant or increase his pension, and Ralph should get in touch with the Pensions Bureau in Washington, D.C.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-06-24
Theodore Roosevelt writes Henry Knight that he “has always been and always shall be in favor of meeting any legitimate claims” in pensions for soldiers.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-06-07
Theodore Roosevelt is sorry but he cannot help Joseph H. Brown with his pension problem. Roosevelt no longer interferes in official matters since leaving the White House.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-06-04
Theodore Roosevelt assures C. H. Miller that the statements made by Congressman Sulloway are completely false. Roosevelt has always been in favor of giving pensions to soldiers who have served their country.
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1912-05-27
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt does not “interfere in any official matter of any kind or sort” regarding pensions and refers James Farmer to the Commissioner of Pensions for the answer to his question.
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1912-04-05
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt does not “interfere in any official matter of any kind or sort” regarding pensions and refers H. F. Reese to the Commissioner of Pensions for the answer to his question.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-05
The secretary of Theodore Roosevelt informs John Alden Seabury that Roosevelt receives many requests to help people receive or increase pensions, but, although he sympathizes, he has declined to involve himself in official business since leaving the White House. He encourages Seabury to contact the Commissioner of Pensions at the federal Pensions Bureau.
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1912-04-04
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt does not “interfere in any official matter of any kind or sort” regarding pensions and refers Mrs. Amzi Baldwin to the Commissioner of Pensions for the answer to her question.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-05
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains to Alice Richardson that Roosevelt cannot help with her pension case. If she is unsatisfied with her lawyer, she can contact Commissioner of Pensions James L. Davenport for help.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-07
On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary acknowledges receipt of Sarah W. Loud’s letter and informs here there is nothing he can do. He recommends she contact the Commissioner of Pensions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-20
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary writes that Roosevelt is “unable to interfere in matters relating to pensions” and refers him to the Commissioner for Pensions, in whom Roosevelt has great confidence.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-28
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary discusses the enclosed letter from the Pension Department to Alexander L. Lucas. He explains why he was placed in New York City and why he cannot be immediately transferred to San Francisco.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-28
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains to Laura J. Haines that Roosevelt cannot help concerning her pension case. He directs her to contact Commissioner of Pensions James L. Davenport.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-21
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains to Mathilda Josefina Forstein that Theodore Roosevelt no longer deals with pension issues. He suggests she write Commissioner of Pensions James L. Davenport.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-09
On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary informs Annie White that Roosevelt does not intervene in official matters, but he has forwarded her inquiry to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Pensions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-07