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Samuel S. Koenig received Theodore Roosevelt’s letter of introduction for Mr. Eliscu, and explained to Eliscu the difficulty in finding government jobs for acquaintances. However, Koenig assures Roosevelt that he will speak to William A. Prendergast about a possible vacancy.
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1911-05-23
Theodore Roosevelt tells Ernest Harvier he would be glad to hear from Harvier any time, though he does not appreciate how Harvier talked about William A. Prendergast. Roosevelt has a high opinion of both Prendergast and John Murray Mitchell.
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1911-12-15
Ernest Harvier writes Theodore Roosevelt with critiques on the lack of opposition the Democrats face against Republicans in the presidential race. Harvier offers Roosevelt council, as a democrat, if it is ever desired.
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1911-12-12
President Roosevelt informs William Barnes that he will support the decision of the New York Republican State Committee. He has given its members, including Barnes, his best judgment, which he bases on canvasses conducted across the state. He feels that Governor Charles Evans Hughes should be renominated, as it will hurt more not to do so.
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1908-08-24
President Roosevelt informs Judge Tompkins of the New York Supreme Court that he “feel[s] at my wits’ end to advise in that matter.” He has received dozens of letters concerning Governor Charles Evans Hughes’s renomination, more for than against him. However, the strongest letters are anti-Hughes. Railroad men and Italian, Russian, and Hungarian populations strongly oppose Hughes, whereas clergymen favor him.
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1908-08-17
Frank Harper acknowledges receipt of Arthur Dehon Hill’s letter as Theodore Roosevelt is on a campaign trip. Harper is favorable to Hill’s idea of bringing in a prominent Catholic speaker from outside the state. He suggests contacting Controller Prendergast or Mr. Cochran.
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1912-10-08
Theodore Roosevelt thanks George Wallace for making suggestions to his platform. He expresses regret that Wallace missed the Republican National Convention, that he was unable to meet with William A. Prendergast, and he asks Wallace about his connection with Woodrow Wilson.
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1912-07-17
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary writes to schedule a meeting for Judge Fitzgerald and Roosevelt. The secretary also encourages Fitzgerald to talk with Judge William H. Hotchkiss and Controller Prendergast.
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1912-07-13
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary provides contact information for James Fitzgerald and encloses a letter of introduction to William A. Prendergast.
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1912-07-10
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Julius H. Reiter for his telegram and asks him to communicate with Comptroller Prendergast.
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1912-07-08
Theodore Roosevelt suggests that Nelson Gammans contact Controller Prendergast, and expresses interest in seeing Gammans and his brother when they come to New York.
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1912-07-08
Theodore Roosevelt appreciates the action of the Progressive Colored Invincible League and asks Thomas Gill to get in touch with Comptroller Prendergast.
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1912-07-08
Theodore Roosevelt writes Roger Meehan in receipt of his letter.
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1912-07-08
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Roscoe C. S. Hess for his letter, which he forwarded to Controller Prendergast.
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1912-07-09
Theodore Roosevelt has been pleased to receive Dr. Auleta’s letters and asks him to call on William A. Prendergast.
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1912-07-06
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs Paul V. Bunn that it would be easier to meet with Comptroller Prendergast than with Roosevelt. Prendergast is doing the initial work for the Progressive Party campaign.
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1912-07-01
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Dr. Brush to thank him for the letter and to suggest he meet with Comptroller Prendergast. Roosevelt is sure Brush will help the political campaign.
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1912-07-01
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Orson J. Weimert for his letter and suggests he write to Comptroller Prendergast. Roosevelt intends to organize the entire state of New York.
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1912-06-27
Theodore Roosevelt writes to George Wallace to suggest he meet with Controller Prendergast to help with organization matters on Long Island.
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1912-06-27
Theodore Roosevelt writes to D. H. Schroeder to suggest he meet with Controller Prendergast and Governor Woodruff.
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1912-06-27