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Due to poor health, it is expected that Judge Paul will resign. Henry C. McDowell is a popular candidate to replace Paul and Joshua F. Bullitt asks if John Fox could discuss the matter with President Roosevelt.
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1901-10-12
Mr. Dunn is willing to travel to Washington, D.C., and meet with President Roosevelt. Dunn has suggested that Roosevelt be given the report made by Mr. Burns.
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1901-10-04
The letter from Maribel Williams appears insincere as her form of address was likely chosen in an attempt to increase the likelihood of her letter reaching President Roosevelt.
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1901-10-04
Acting Secretary of War Sanger reports that, in accord with President Roosevelt’s instructions, the court-martial against Lieutenant Brown will be suspended until Brown returns to the country; the papers on Lieutenant Howell’s court-martial for drunkenness will be sent to the White House; and excellent field service will be given greater consideration than written examination results, for candidates wishing to enter the regular army.
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1901-10-04
The Prudential Committee of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions cannot pay Miss Stone’s ransom. Her protection and release are dependent on the government. A committee has been appointed to meet tomorrow with President Roosevelt and the State Department.
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1901-10-04
Hermann Speck von Sternburg reviews the uses, training, and equipment of mounted infantry.
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1901-10-05
Fred H. Rowe, chairman of the Illinois Republican State Central Committee, spoke on the state of Illinois politics and the relationship President Roosevelt has with the state. Roosevelt is well known in Illinois and has a working relationship with Governor Yates. Rowe is hopeful that Roosevelt can help bring together the factions of the Illinois Republican Party.
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1901-10-06
Assistant Secretary of State Adee submits the draft of instructions outlining the duties of the American delegates to the Pan-American conference in Mexico. He requests the draft be considered by President Roosevelt.
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1901-10-07
As Republican national committeeman for South Carolina, John G. Capers feels responsible for the character and competence of the federal office holders in his state. He has recommended the appointment of L. W. C. Blalock as collector of internal revenue. Blalock has many endorsements, including from Senator McLaurin. However, Blalock has not received the appointment and Capers would like to know if President Roosevelt has decided that Blalock cannot be appointed.
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1901-10-07
H. I. Cleveland denies that President Roosevelt is a drunkard and describes him as a “true gentleman.”
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1901-09-30
Theodore P. Gilman, deputy comptroller of New York, encloses a letter for President Roosevelt.
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1901-09-30
This newspaper article disparages the use of political appointments to maintain control of Southern “colored delegations” for “trades and spoils” at the national Republican convention. This practice upsets white Southerners and keeps the “Solid South” behind the Democratic Party. The writer supports President Roosevelt’s decision to seek counsel from Booker T. Washington regarding southern policy. Washington has advised Roosevelt that the “old gangs” should be “turned down” and that “highly respected white men” should be appointed regardless of party lines.
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1901-10-01
R. Sheridan has received the order for two pairs of shoes for President Roosevelt. He will make and send them immediately.
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1901-09-30
Charles Henry Webber uses astrology to predict a successful administration and presidency for President Roosevelt.
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1901-09
John Kendrick Bangs requests a personal letter be forwarded to President Roosevelt and notes a quick reply is needed because the work under discussion needs to be completed soon.
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1901-10-02
James Bryce and Elizabeth Marion Ashton Bryce would be pleased to dine with President Roosevelt on Monday.
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1901-09-26
William Emlen Roosevelt encloses letters for President Roosevelt. He recently saw Alice Roosevelt and thought she looked well.
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1901-09-26
James Burrill Angell has written Albert D. Elliot a letter of reference and sent it to President Roosevelt.
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1901-09-26
Edward R. Hutchins encloses a letter for President Roosevelt.
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1901-09-26
Curtis Guild denies that political influence is required for military promotion. He uses the examples of General Chaffee and General Wood to show that only a “splendid military record” is necessary.
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1901-09-27