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Mrs. James Tanner has strongly urged that a representative from California be sent to St. Petersburg, preferably Emma A. Harrington. Harrington is head of the Red Cross in California and is recommended by Senator Perkins.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-04
Through Thomas S. Hopkins, President Roosevelt sends his regards to everyone attending the banquet, and sends special congratulations to Commander-in-Chief James Tanner.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-02-06
Certain things President Roosevelt has heard recently make him uneasy about Indiana. Roosevelt says Indiana and New York are two states where the Republican Party should put in its best efforts, and he thinks Corporal Tanner, Senator Fairbanks, and several others can do the best work in Indiana. Roosevelt further thinks William Jennings Bryan’s actions in Indiana, Colorado, and Montana should be closely monitored.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-10-14
President Roosevelt was pleased to appoint General Black to the Civil Service Commission and hopes to appoint Corporal Tanner as Register of Wills for the District of Columbia.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-29
Senator Platt has found a lucrative and dignified position for General James R. O’Beirne as Clerk for the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court. He will give thought to the case of Corporal James Tanner.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-12-26
Russell B. Harrison is strongly against the appointment of Colonel Walker to the post of Pension Commissioner, saying that he is viewed as a perpetual seeker of office. He believes that Walker would bring discredit to the Roosevelt administration like Corporal Tanner did to the Benjamin Harrison administration. Harrison believes that the business interests believe that too many pensions are being passed for old soldiers. He also has a low opinion of the War Department and believes new personnel are required. He believes the War Department needs a “Roosevelt Man” unattached to the McKinley administration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-11