Stenographers

John O. Yeiser explains to Frank Harper the reason for his telegram asking permission to publicize some of his correspondence with Theodore Roosevelt. Yeiser is anxious to make Roosevelt a candidate and would appreciate being able to share something to help the movement succeed. Roosevelt’s name will be on the Nebraska primary ballot which will provide a poll of the voters preference.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-17

Frederic T. Bowers includes his personal details, business and general experience, education, and the type of position he is hoping to secure on this resume. Bowers is willing to provide unusual references for all the work listed.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-24

William J. Paegelow writes to Theodore Roosevelt asking to use his influence to help Paegelow receive a permit to report on Roosevelt’s speeches in New York City.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Elizabeth J. Mitchell asks Theodore Roosevelt for assistance in securing a position as a private secretary in Washington, D.C., or New York City, providing her educational background, teaching experience, and professional references.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-12

Oscar P. Austin, Chief of the Bureau of Statistics, notifies William Loeb of a slight stenographer’s error in the letter from last night. If Loeb fixes the error, then the document will be in the “precise form” in which Austin is sending it to the Commission.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-12-11

Clerk-stenographer Mrs. Gunnard Johnson at Peaceful Valley Ranch in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park.

Collection

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Creation Date

1953-10

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs Father Curran that Roosevelt will arrive in Wilkes-Barre accompanied by a stenographer. The secretary asks Curran to find a hotel for the stenographer.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-08-20

Theodore Roosevelt writes to Medill McCormick, sending him an enclosed letter and asking that he send the stenography to Mrs. Hess.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-07-19

President Roosevelt draws Speaker of the House Cannon’s attention to Thomas H. Netherland, who would like to be appointed to be one of the official stenographers of House Committees. Roosevelt says that Netherland has worked as a stenographer in the executive office during his term as president, and that he has been “efficient and faithful.” Roosevelt encourages Cannon to give Netherland a chance.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-12-05

President Roosevelt will adopt Hamilton Fish’s suggestion about the stenographer.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-08-07

Charles E. Conick asks Theodore Roosevelt if there are any government service positions for a skilled stenographer and typist. 

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-08

A document John Allison sent to President Roosevelt earlier contained a typographical omission which materially changed the meaning of a statement he made. Allison explains the error and encloses a new copy of the document.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-10-11

Moses A. Gunst asks President Roosevelt to excuse his having forgot to address his letter and sign his name. Gunst intended to address the letter in ink himself because he did not want the stenographers to know certain information.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-08-01