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After much back and forth and strong opposition, Merwin Kimball Hart has finally been removed from consideration as assistant secretary in the Interior Department.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-19
Governor Roosevelt believes that one of the most difficult parts of leaving the governorship is leaving Frances Theodora Parsons and James Russell Parsons in Albany, New York. Roosevelt enjoyed the work and interacting with others “hard at work for decency,” particularly Parsons’s husband, James.
1900-06-26
Theodore Roosevelt again declines to speak at the engagement for which John Jay Chapman has Roosevelt scheduled, stressing that the situation has been “muddled” enough.
1895-10-23
Governor Roosevelt thanks Edwin Brockholst Livingston for the letter and enclosed clipping. Roosevelt also thanks Livingston for his well wishes on his political advancement.
1899-08-10
Commissioner Roosevelt continues his conversation with author Edwin Brockholst Livingston regarding his genealogy. In particular, Roosevelt is interested in learning more about the Dutch side of his family. He also addresses Livingston’s questions on Southern California and offers to introduce Livingston to fellow author Charles Dudley Warner.
1891-08-25
Governor Roosevelt states that he will be happy to receives the birds General Johnson is sending for Christmas and that he will do his best to get the General’s grandson into the United States Naval Academy though he can not guarantee it. Roosevelt also comments on the General’s plans to visit Cuba, giving his own recommendations on the Philippines and South Africa.
1900-12-11
Governor Roosevelt agrees to write to Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of behalf of General Johnson regarding a bill and to help in anyway he can. Roosevelt also encourages Johnson to follow through in pursuing publication of his book.
1900-05-29
Colonel Roosevelt confirms to General Johnson that he wrote to President William McKinley on his behalf and sends Johnson his regards.
1898-09-23
Commissioner Roosevelt asks William Dean Howells to write to the editor of a Boston newspaper in support of Henry Cabot Lodge’s campaign for senator. He ends with a promise to meet with him in person.
1892-12-15
President Roosevelt will appoint Samuel S. Barney if possible but is not sure if anything can be done for the “Ohio man.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-05
President Roosevelt reviews the travel plans and would be pleased to have the McHargs meet them on the island.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-31
President Roosevelt would like to see any agreement between Senator Platt and Governor Benjamin B. Odell regarding appointments. Roosevelt believes that Worden should be given a position and the only likely vacancy is Shipping Commissioner. It would also be fortunate if Harry A. Hanbury could accept a position of equal salary in Brooklyn.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-24
President Roosevelt defends General Leonard Wood and his promotion to Senator Platt. In his letter he restates Wood’s merits and exceptional record under President William McKinley and prior. Roosevelt also encloses a letter from Ray Stannard Baker.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-28
Finley Peter Dunne and his wife will be going to Washington, D.C., on January 4 for the diplomatic reception.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-12-11