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Although Seth Pratt’s appointment as postmaster at Litchfield, Connecticut, has been confirmed by the Senate, opposition to the appointment has been raised, due to his previous adultery and subsequent divorce.
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1902-02-18
In response to President Roosevelt’s request, Representative Hill encloses John Hutchins’s letter and a statement regarding the case of Seth Pratt, who has been nominated for postmaster at Litchfield, Connecticut.
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1902-02-03
Representative Hill defends Seth Pratt, nominee for postmaster at Litchfield, against accusations from John Hutchins
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1902-02-03
Nicholas Murray Butler encloses a letter he received from E. C. Branson. Branson had asked for a letter of introduction to President Roosevelt in order to present his views regarding the postmastership at Athens, Georgia, and Butler declined.
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1902-01-27
Francis Bennett Williams does not believe that H. Dudley Coleman is suitable for the position of postmaster of New Orleans, Louisiana. Coleman is not active in state politics and will not be helpful in building up the state party. He already has a position at the mint and will damage the party if appointed postmaster.
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1904-03-17
E. C. Branson suggests that President Roosevelt consult with Dr. Curry in order to find a recommendation for the postmastership in Athens, Georgia. Branson believes that radical changes are coming to Southern voters and thinks that Roosevelt can encourage this element to benefit himself and the Republican party.
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1902-01-30
Pastor Hutchins urges President Roosevelt to withdraw his nomination of Seth Pratt as postmaster of Litchfield, Connecticut, due to Pratt’s infidelities.
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1902-01-30
Theodore Cox claims to be a long time supporter of President Roosevelt and would like to know what he needs to do to receive an appointment as postmaster.
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1902-01-04
Charles E. Johston requests an appointment as postmaster in a county seat.
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1901
Postmaster Van Cott thanks President Roosevelt for his reappointment as postmaster of New York City.
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1901-12-18
Timothy L. Woodruff expresses his appreciation for President Roosevelt’s appointment of Mr. Roberts as Postmaster of Brooklyn.
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1901-12-18
Timothy L. Woodruff denies several newspaper reports and advocates for the appointment of George H. Roberts as postmaster.
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1901-11-30
Jacob A. Riis read that Long Island City, New York, needs a postmaster. He cautions against the appointment of Adam Ackerman who is “absolutely unfit.”
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1901-12-01
John E. Smith returns a letter from F. M. Brooks regarding the postmastership. Governor Odell has no comment on the matter.
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1901-12-04
Alfred T. White believes that the Brooklyn, New York, post office has been fairly administered and that political considerations are interfering with efficiency. He recommends James McKeen and Darwin R. James as postmaster.
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1901-11-21
Thomas L. Hicks is pleased that Clayton McMichael will succeed him as postmaster of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He enjoyed his time as postmaster and thanks his many coworkers.
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1901-11-22
St. Clair McKelway believes that President Roosevelt’s appointment of George H. Roberts appears justified after Francis Henry Wilson’s negative comments. McKelway recommends Jackson A. Wallace for the immigration commission.
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1901-11-23
F. M. Brooks, president of the Brooklyn Young Republican Club, acknowledges the need for a better postmaster. However, he does not believe that George H. Roberts will be an improvement.
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1901-11-25
Timothy L. Woodruff explains the negative character of the men who have written to President Roosevelt in hopes of dissuading him from appointing George H. Roberts as postmaster in Brooklyn, New York. Woodruff worries that his words about his meeting with Roosevelt were misrepresented in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle and other newspapers. He hopes Roosevelt will not think ill of him.
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1901-11-26
James Sullivan Clarkson encourages and advises President Roosevelt on the treatment of African Americans in the South. He describes his experiences with the Underground Railroad and his efforts in the Post Office Department to further the cause of African Americans.
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1901-11-15