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President Roosevelt asks Secretary of War Wright if the position of Chief of Police for Panama has been filled yet. If it has not, Roosevelt would like to suggest Grosvenor A. Porter, a former U.S. Marshal, for the position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-11
President Roosevelt agrees with Governor Odell that Police Commissioner Greene should be appointed for a term of several years and made removable only with cause.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-02-12
Francis V. Green has been appointed New York City Police Commissioner. He says that although there are difficulties in improving the situation, he has received several letters of support. He thanks President Roosevelt for his support.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-12-26
George Curry has resigned as governor of the Camarines and is now chief of police in Manila. He is proud that Governor Taft selected him for the position. The situation in the Philippines is “working along very nicely” and the Rough Riders on the islands are doing well. Curry reports that Lieutenant Sweet, the former secret service chief, was arrested for abusing prisoners but will likely get out of trouble. He also mentions that Captain Green, who is with him, wishes to be remembered by Roosevelt and “all of the old boys.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-05