Tariff--Law and legislation

Letter from William H. Taft to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of War Taft explains why he partially disagrees with President Roosevelt regarding the tariff. Taft also requests the privilege to differ from Roosevelt regarding the Interstate Commerce Commission and “the issue of bonds and stocks of interstate railways.” Taft hopes to return from his trip to Berlin via the Siberian Railway and wants Roosevelt’s advice before making arrangements.

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Creation Date

1907-08-06

Letter from Leslie M. Shaw to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of the Treasury Shaw sends President Roosevelt a clipping that suggests that Secretary of State Elihu Root is investigating the customs administration to obtain material “for possible modifications of American tariff laws.” Since investigating tariff laws falls under the duty of the Treasury Department and not the State Department, Shaw doubts this is the case, and he doubts there is reason for friction, but he writes to clarify the situation.

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Creation Date

1906-10-22

Letter from Arthur Twining Hadley to Theodore Roosevelt

Arthur Twining Hadley thanks Theodore Roosevelt for the letter regarding Hadley’s article. He expresses his appreciation regarding Roosevelt’s influence for implementing a fair Tariff Law.

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Creation Date

1906-09-19

Letter from Albert J. Beveridge to Theodore Roosevelt

Senator Beveridge thanks President Roosevelt for his nice letter and thoughtful telegrams. Beveridge predicts a “falling off” in Maine due to Sturgis’ bill, but he will explain this and other Maine affairs in person. He has been asked to open the campaign in Minneapolis but cannot because he is already committed to do so in Chicago and elsewhere. Beveridge feels confident about the campaign and the tariff position. He closes by telling Roosevelt of his travel plans.

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Creation Date

1906-09-09

Letter from James Rudolph Garfield to Theodore Roosevelt

James Rudolph Garfield informs President Roosevelt of “a very general revolt” in the Ohio Republican party against Senator Charles Dick. Garfield says that many in the eastern part of the state favor change, particularly because they support Roosevelt and it would be inconsistent to do so and also support those who have opposed him. Garfield seeks Roosevelt’s suggestions on handling the situation.

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Creation Date

1906-09-04

Agreement as to reciprocal tariff concessions between the United States of America and Spain

Text of an agreement between the United States and Spain for reciprocal tariff concessions between the two nations. Typed in both English and Spanish, and signed by American Ambassador Collier and Spanish Minister of State Pío Gullón.

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Creation Date

1906-08-01

Letter from H. E. Miles to William Loeb

H. E. Miles received William Loeb’s letter while in Wisconsin. Miles plans to come to Oyster Bay and will be at Roosevelt’s disposal and hopes to receive further advice about the tariff.

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Creation Date

1906-08-20

Letter from John A. Sleicher to Theodore Roosevelt

John A. Sleicher believes that President Roosevelt’s letter to Mr. Watson is “life-saving” for the party in the approaching congressional campaign, and he commends Roosevelt for making a convincing case for Republican policies. Sleicher also discusses possible nominations for New York governor, and he thanks Roosevelt for the note he sent his daughter.

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Creation Date

1906-08-21

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John A. Sleicher

John A. Sleicher thanks President Roosevelt for his expression on the tariff question and states that he thinks Roosevelt is the only person able to effectively wield the “big stick” during crises. Sleicher also alerts Roosevelt to remarks recently made by Charles M. Harvey, who said that even though Roosevelt might be sincere in saying he does not want the nomination, conditions might force him to accept it nonetheless.

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1906-08-15

Letter from John A. Sleicher to Theodore Roosevelt

John A. Sleicher writes Theodore Roosevelt about a number of political matters in New York and nationally. Sleicher believes that the most important change Roosevelt can now accomplish in Washington is in regards to the tariff. Sleicher believes Roosevelt’s current idea is the correct one. In New York politics, Sleicher notes that The Herald seems to be in Roosevelt’s favor. Sleicher also wishes Roosevelt would put his “heavy, velvety hand” on the situation regarding the factions within the state party and talk to Governor Higgins, in order to maintain the party’s supremacy in the state.

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Creation Date

1906-08-09

Letter from William D. Washburn to Theodore Roosevelt

William D. Washburn offers President Roosevelt his views on the matter of tariff reform. He has heard that, as the result of a meeting between Speaker of the House Joseph Cannon, James Sherman, and Roosevelt, the issue of revision of the tariff is not going to be a campaign issue. Washburn argues against this, saying that in the states of the Mississippi River Valley, and in Minnesota in particular, the tariff is still an important issue that deserves to be addressed. He points out that when the Whig party dismissed the issue of slavery, a new party rose up to address it and killed off the old one. If the Republican party ignores the issue of the tariff, history could repeat itself.

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Creation Date

1906-08-09

Letter from Edgar D. Crumpacker to Theodore Roosevelt

Edgar D. Crumpacker writes to President Roosevelt about rumors in the press that Roosevelt, House Speaker Joseph Gurney Cannon, and other Republicans plan to take a “stand pat” policy which would mean any policy changes related to tariffs would be off the table. Rank and file Republicans seek revisions to tariff schedules and customs duties and may not vote with the party if no action is taken. Crumpacker feels this decision will likely turn the House democratic.

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Creation Date

1906-07-28

Letter from William H. Taft to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of War Taft informs President Roosevelt of a reporter who would like to visit the Philippines in an official government capacity in order to raise support for a tariff in the Philippines. Taft laments the lack of time to work on his North Carolina speech and tells Roosevelt a ship that ran aground in Guam has been freed and sent to Manila.

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Creation Date

1906-07-08

Letter from George Thompson to Theodore Roosevelt

George Thompson does not feel Minnesota is being fairly represented in Washington, D.C., due to the actions of Representative J. T. McCleary. Thompson believes McCleary does not speak for President Roosevelt regarding the tariff legislation, and he wishes Roosevelt to send him a statement to that effect.

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Creation Date

1906-06-30

Letter from Robert Underwood Johnson to Theodore Roosevelt

Robert Underwood Johnson writes to President Roosevelt about the progress on the Keats and Shelley Memorial House in Rome and thanks Roosevelt for his letter of support. Johnson also commends Roosevelt’s efforts against corruption and graft and hopes he will also fight against high tariffs. Johnson closes by expressing his support for the Yosemite Recession Bill.

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Creation Date

1906-06-12

Letter from Henry Melville Whitney to Theodore Roosevelt

Henry Melville Whitney takes exception to President Roosevelt’s public assertion that he has misrepresented Roosevelt’s attitude regarding reciprocity with Canada. Whitney asks him to read his public statements about Roosevelt in this matter.

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Creation Date

1905-11-17

Letter from Leslie M. Shaw to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of the Treasury Shaw forwards a copy of an upcoming speech and asks President Roosevelt for edits. Shaw also comments that he believes Congress will not change the tariff unless Roosevelt recommends it, which Shaw does not think will happen.

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Creation Date

1905-09-27

Speech by Leslie M. Shaw to Republican State Convention

Secretary of the Treasury Shaw spoke at the Republican State Convention in Roanoke, Virginia, on August 8, 1905. Shaw states that lowering tariffs will not increase revenues, and a Republican Congress would not lower tariffs for that purpose.

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Creation Date

1905-08-09

Letter from Leslie M. Shaw to Benjamin F. Barnes

Leslie M. Shaw returns Governor Crane’s letter and offers his observations. Free hides, suggested by Crane, would not increase revenue. Shaw says reducing the duty on iron and steel would not increase revenue and may go against the Republican party.

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Creation Date

1905-08-10

Letter from Leslie M. Shaw to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of the Treasury Shaw offers President Roosevelt a telegram he will send to the Reciprocity Congress, requesting examples of how they will expand foreign trade.

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Creation Date

1905-08-14