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Citizens National Bank of Saratoga Springs, New York, commends Edward Ridgely for his work, and hopes he will continue to advance in the Treasury Department.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-18
After an uncomfortable talk with Comptroller of Currency William Barret Ridgely, President Roosevelt asks William Emlen Roosevelt for any information about the character and quality of Charles A. Hanna and Ridgely’s brother, Edward Ridgely, who have been accused of inefficiency and drunkenness.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-10-07
President Roosevelt has investigated Mr. Ridgely’s case. Ridgely has strong support from the banking industry and Roosevelt will not revoke Ridgely’s designation without serious contradictory evidence.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-09
Deputy Comptroller Kane corroborates the statements made by Edward Ridgely and commends his professional performance.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-10-13
Comptroller Ridgely asks President Roosevelt to not write anything about his brother, Edward Ridgely, and prefers to work it out as previously discussed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-10-13
William Emlen Roosevelt attests to the professional character of Charles A. Hanna, but finds Edward Ridgely, brother of William Barret Ridgely, Comptroller of the Currency, lacking in ability as a bank examiner and given to alcohol. William Emlen Roosevelt is glad President Roosevelt has taken up the matter of football.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-10-11
William Emlen Roosevelt returns Lyman Gage’s letter and discusses issues surrounding the appointment of Edward Ridgely. William Emlen Roosevelt expresses concern over President Roosevelt’s ability to obtain accurate information about certain men.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-10
William Emlen Roosevelt expresses his concern about the possible promotion of Edward Ridgely, then Assistant National Bank Examiner. Emlen Roosevelt does not reveal his sources, but stresses that Ridgely is “unfit” for his present position and that his character “might be inquired into” should President Roosevelt receive his name for promotion.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-05-28
Lyman J. Gage recommends Edward Ridgely for appointment as the National Bank Examiner of New York City. Gage explains that Ridgely’s brother, William Barret Ridgely, is comptroller of the currency, and that may be a point in his favor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-08