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Jack, Mrs. L.A. to Sutherland
1915 April 20
Wants him to subscribe to paper so she can win prize.
Sutherland to A.B. Jackson
1915 March 24
Acknowledges check covering dividend. Wants
information regarding January - February payments.
Jackson, A.B. to Sutherland
1915 March 25
Informs him that other stockholders had not received
their payments. L.T. Eddy found J.J.Keim with large sum
of money. Money turned over to bank.
Sutherland to A.B. Jackson
1915 March 26
Wants to know what steps will be take to secure
re-payment of the stockholder's money.
Jackson, A.B. to Sutherland
1915 March 29
Informs that it is doubtful that money can be recovered.
Suggest he have attorney to look into matter.
Sutherland to Arthur Jackson
1917 April 26
Congratulates him on being nominated as postmaster.
[Grace L. Jackson]
Hughes, F.J. to Grace L. Jackson
1917 November 16
Explains that she is eligible for a temporary
appointment as Clerk in the Department of Agriculture.
Jackson, H.C. to Sutherland
1915 February 24
Obliged for letter of introduction. Encloses his
business card and invites him to company.
Sutherland to H.C. Jackson
1915 February 25
Will be glad to see him in New York or elsewhere.
Jacobs, S.K. to Sutherland
1917 August 30
Request Sutherland use his influence on behalf
on Private Gains.
Sutherland to S.K. Jacobs
1917 August 31
Explains procedures that H.L. Gaines must take to
apply for a military discharge.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1914 February 27
Mr. Schafer has proposition which Sutherland can put
over from him. Suggest he contact Schafer. Wants
him to visit relatives and friends in Fulton.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1914 March 14
Glad to know Effie and he are coming to Fulton in May.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 March 17
Will have big celebration in May with family.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1914 April 20
Wants to see his family while in Washington to learn
of his schedule for the coming week.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 April 23
Will be in Washington the next several weeks. The
family hopes to see him.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 May 15
Received his letter and copy of Fulton Sun. Wonders how
he got out of Union Station. Natalie disappointed
that she and Vassar friend did not get in to see him.
Family unable to visit in Fulton.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 June 11
Thinks Anna will enjoy room at Miss Maderia's.
Family looking forward to having Anne in Washington.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 July 3
Have enjoyed escorting Miss Ruby and Miss Broth
around Washington. Returning for Elkins this evening.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1914 September 15
Anna will arrive in Washington at later date.
Wants her to meet his family.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 September 18
Will meet Anna at station. May place daughter Virginia
at Miss Maderia's school. Richard and Natalie are in
college. Enjoyed Miss Palmer and Aunt's visit.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1914 October 15
Glad he visited Anna who is pleased with school.
Hopes he wins election.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1914 November 5
Congratulates him on his election win. Glad Effie
and family will be back in Washington. Hope they
can visit in Fulton.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1914 November 10
Discusses recent election and family activities.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1915 October 11
Wants Effie and him to meet Gladys Rubey. Thinks
he will visit the family in Missouri.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1915 October 18
Will be glad to meet Miss Rubey. Discusses family
activities.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1916 January 31
Informs him that he had no knowledge of Effie writing
to Jim and him regarding aiding campaign costs.
W.E. Jameson to Sutherland
1916 February 5
Assures him there was no wrong in Effie's request for
funds. Discusses Turner Moaxe's unfortunate financial
situation. Placed wife, Lillie, in hospital. Attended
President's appearance.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1916 February 14
Discusses his family, political plans, Lillie's health.
Jameson, W.E. to Sutherland
1916 June 22
Assumes he won nomination for West Virginia Senator.
Wants his views about upcoming general elections.
Sutherland to W.E. Jameson
1916 July 3
Thinks eastern states will favor Hughes. Feels
certain he will win Senate nomination. Effie and
he attended son's graduation.
Sutherland to Jefferson Fire Insurance Company
1913 March 8
Acknowledges letter and notes a credit on the books.
Sutherland to T.L Jeffords
1915 March 4
Glad to see him, but uncertain of schedule.
Jeffords, T.L. to Sutherland
1915 June 12
Sorry he has been unable to visit with him in Elkins.
Sutherland to T.L. Jeffords
1915 June 14
Wants to see him in near future.
Jeffords, T.L. to Sutherland
1915 August 6
Wants to discuss politics.
Sutherland to T.L. Jeffords
1915 August 9
Will endeavor to be in Elkins.
Jeffords, T.L. to Sutherland
1915 August 27
Plans to be in Keyser and Elkins next week.
Sutherland to T.L. Jeffords
1915 August 28
Wants to know what day he will arrive.
Jeffords, T.L. to Sutherland
1915 September 3
Wants to discuss matters with him after Congress
convenes.
Jeffords, T.L. to Sutherland
1915 October 23
Discusses the Standish Ford title in Randolph and
Upshur Counties which may be for sale. Hopes he can
provide information on same.
Sutherland to T.L. Jeffords
1915 November 9
Discusses the Standish Ford title which he plans
to check into.
Jeffords, T.L. to Sutherland
1915 December 7
Wants him to arrange a meeting with him.
Sutherland to T.L. Jeffords
1915 December 10
Can be reached at House Building.
Jeffords T.L. to Sutherland
1915 December 23
Expects to be in Clarksburg and hopes to see him there.
Sutherland to T.L. Jeffords
1916 January 8
Was unable to attend the State Bar meeting. Will
arrange to meet him whenever convenient.
Jenkins, Mrs. Marshall to Sutherland
1914 June 15
Announcement of her daughter's marriage.
Jenkins, Morgan to Sutherland
1917 November 6
Wants to discuss any legislation affecting railway
mail service.
Sutherland to Morgan Jenkins
1917 November 9
Congratulates him on being elected vice president
of the 15th Division Railway Mail Association. Will
be glad to discuss pending legislative actions.
[W.L. Jenkins]
Sutherland's secretary to Hon. George Sutherland
1918 January 9
Encloses letter written by W.L. Jenkins. Thinks
letter intended to be addressed to him.
Sutherland to C.H. Jennings
1913 May 7
Seeks standing of the sale of the Kinney and
Hale lands in Randolph County.
Jennings, Cortez H. to Sutherland
1913 May 9
Kinney - Hale heirs do not want to sell their
property - only their timber. Suggest contacting B.T.
Hale if interested in handling property.
Sutherland to C.H. Jennings
1913 May 13
Will contact Hale regarding Kinney - Hale land.
Johnson, B.F. to Sutherland
1914 May 2
Received his family data which they will incorporate
into "Makers of America Series."
Wilson, L. to B.F. Johnson
1917 October 2
Requests biographical sketch and portrait for
publication. [second letter re: same follows]
[B.F. Johnson]
McLemore, Jeff to Leonard Wilson
1917 August 24
Appreciates his work, although coat of arms for
the McLemore family was unnecessary.
Johnson, B.F. to Sutherland
1917 October 5
Request he fill out enclosed family history form in
order to publish Sutherland biographical sketch in
Makers of America.
Sutherland to B.F. Johnson
1917 October 9
Will be glad to see the firm's representative.
Johnson, B.F. to Sutherland
1917 October 15
Publishing firm has genealogical data concerning
Sutherland family. Hopes to publish same.
Sutherland to Frederick B. Johnson
1915 November 2
Informs him that it is not necessary to send the note
through bank. Will remit by check.
Johnson, F.B. to Sutherland
1915 November 29
Discusses the tuition bill of Sutherland's son.
Johnson, Fredrick B. to Sutherland
1916 March 1
Acknowledges payment received for son's room rent.
Balance due.
Sutherland to H.C. Johnson
1915 March 2
Wants discontinuation of newspaper in Washington.
Sutherland to H.L. Johnson & Co.
1913 April 24
Informs him of status on timber tract. Will contact
him if it becomes available.
Johnson, H.L. & Co. to Sutherland
1913 April 19
Has buyer for timber tract. Can he fill order.
[J.H. Johnson]
Ruppenthal to Suth erland
1918 January 12
Requests that he look into matter involving
Johnson's transfer to the Treasury Department.
[J.H. Johnson]
Sutherland to H.M. Ruppenthal
1918 January 15
Has taken action in getting transfer for J.H. Johnson.
[J.H. Johnson]
Sutherland to Albert S. Burleson
1918 January 31
Request he give consideration to J.H. Johnson's
application for transfer.
[J.H. Johnson]
McArdle, Ruskin to Sutherland
1918 February 7
Informs that J.H. Johnson changed his mind regarding
job transfer.
Johnson, Joseph C. to Sutherland
1914 January 31
Offers congratulations on behalf of the bank.
Sutherland to Joseph C. Johnson
1914 February 2
Informs that Middle Fork Oil Co. has been closed incident
for over ten years. Explains stock and its value.
Johnson, L.S. to Sutherland
1916 March 8
Operating real estate business, offers good proposition.
Sutherland to L.S. Johnson
1916 March 10
Will keep property matter in mind as he is presently
busy with politics.
Johnson, S.C. to Sutherland
1916 October 6
Informs that he is the owner of lots that are
creating mud on the public sidewalk.
Sutherland to S.C. Johnson
1916 October 16
Will be glad to have lots graded but too busy presently
to attend to matter. Wants to know cost of work.
Johnson, S.C. to Sutherland
1916 October 20
Discusses cost of grading lots and local politics.
Sutherland to S.C. Johnson
1916 October 23
Wants him to take care of grading matter and forward
estimate. Thinks majority of West Virginia will
vote Republican.
Sutherland to V.E. Johnson
1915 January 15
Congratulates him on becoming Speaker of the House.
Offers sympathy upon the death of his wife.
Johnson, V.E. to Sutherland
1915 January 18
Appreciates his recent letter and assures him that he
will endeavor to "hold things down tight."
Sutherland to Vernon E. Johnson
1916 December 23
Thanks him for remembrance.
Johnson, Mrs. W.S. to Sutherland
1912 December 21
Solicits funds for Church chandelier.
Sutherland to Mrs. W.S. Sutherland
1913 January 13
Will send subscription for chandelier if wife
has not attended to it. Wishes Senator Johnson and
she a happy New Year.
Johnston, Charlotte to Sutherland
1917 October 23
Wants him to support amendment concerning war measure.
Sutherland to Charlotte Johnston
1917 October 25
Glad to learn Liberty loan is progressing. Will give
consideration to the amendment.
Sutherland to F.S. Johnston
1913 April 4
Thinks there must be mistake in records but will
pay balance if necessary.
Johnston, William H. to Sutherland
1915 November 27
Invites he and Mrs. Sutherland to dinner.
Sutherland to Col. William H. Johnston
1916 October 28
Regrets he cannot attend wedding.
Johnston, William H. to Sutherland
1917 January 9
Discusses past election. Hopes to return to office
sometime in the next few weeks.
Sutherland to Col. William H. Johnston
1917 January 10
Regrets he has been ill. Discusses opponents
recent contest proceedings.
Jones, C.R. to Sutherland
1917 November 8
Wants information regarding openings available to
engineering graduates.
Sutherland to C.R. Jones
1917 November 13
Referred his letter concerning West Virginia
University engineering graduates to the Adjutant
General. Be glad to meet with him regarding the matter.
[C.R. Jones]
Sutherland to General H.P. McCain
1917 November 13
Encloses letter from Dean of the College of Engineering
at West Virginia University. Asks if he has any
suggestions on the matter.
[C.R. Jones]
Adj. Gen. H.P. McCain to Sutherland
1917 November 14
Acknowledges his letter and enclosure from Dean Jones
regarding recent West Virginia University graduates.
Brigadier General to Sutherland
1917 November 16
Letter has been referred to him. Discusses
the youth of the men and explains why they
would better serve the army as enlisted men.
Jones, C.R. to Sutherland
1917 November 17
Talked with various department heads regarding
engineering openings.
Sutherland to C.R. Jones
1917 February 19
Encloses a letter from office of Chief of Engineers.
Offers assistance.
Jones, E.W. to Sutherland
1918 January 4
Wants to know how to obtain a clerkship in the
War Department.
Sutherland to E.W. Jones
1918 January 7
Explains procedure on applying for Civil Service job.
Jones, E.W. to Sutherland
1918 January 11
Encloses resume and understands he will forward
application to the proper department.
Sutherland to E.W. Jones
1918 January 14
Civil Service Commission will send information
and data regrading governmental positions.
Sutherland to George M. Jones
1917 August 22
Informs him that coal prices go into effect immediately
but status of existing contracts not defined. Sending
copy of Food and Fuel Control Act. [telegram]
Jones, George M. to Sutherland
1917 August 22
Wants to know if proclamation of President fixing
price of coal is effective and status of contracts.
Wants copy of the Act. [telegram]
Jones, H.M. to Sutherland
1917 September 15
Wants information regarding sale of Indian land
in Oklahoma.
[H.M. Jones]
Sutherland to Honorable Cato Sells
1917 September 17
Sending letter written by H.M. Jones. Will be glad
to receive data Jones is requesting.
Sutherland to H.M. Jones
1917 September 17
Will take up matter concerning sale of Oklahoma
Indian land with Hon. Sells.
Merrit, E.B. to H.M. Jones
1917 October 6
Sends circular letter relative to the sell of
Choctaw and Chickasaw lands in Oklahoma.
[H.M. Jones]
Merrit, E.B. to Sutherland
1917 October 6
Sent H.M. Jones information regarding sale of
Indian land. [two copies]
Sutherland to H.M. Jones
1917 October 8
Was informed by Department of the Interior that data
was sent to Jones regarding sale of Indian land.
Jones, J.A. to Sutherland
1912 May 31
Discusses timber tract for sale. Has looked the
estimate over and would like more information.
Jones, J.A. to Sutherland
1913 April 22
St. Albans lumber company wants specific data regarding
16,000 acres of timber that Sutherland has for sale.
Sutherland to J.A. Jones
1913 April 30
At present, an there is an option outstanding
on the sixteen thousand acres of timber.
Jones, J.A. to Sutherland
1913 October 17
Wants immediate reply regarding 16,000 acres.
Sutherland to J.A. Jones
1913 October 19
The 16,000 acres has been withdrawn from market. Will
inquire on its present status.
Sutherland to J.A. Jones
1913 October 25
16,000 acres was withdrawn from market. Hopes to be
able to offer it for sale in near future.
Jones, J.A. to Sutherland
1914 January 16
Have several firms willing to purchase large tracts.
Wants status of 16,000 acres.
Sutherland to J.A. Jones
1914 January 28
Will let him know status of 16,000 acres.
Sutherland to J.A. Jones
1914 January 30
Heirs of 16,000 acres do not want to sell property
at present time.
Jones, J.D. to Sutherland
1917 October 31
Unable to attend military training because of age.
Thinks age limit should be increased and wants him to
look into the matter.
Sutherland to J.D. Jones
1917 November 3
Will give consideration to matter concerning age limit.
Sutherland to Colonel James E. Jones
1914 June 16
Congratulates him on coming marriage.
Sutherland to Nowill Jones
1912 May 24
Glad to receive his note.
Sutherland to O.K. Jones
1913 January 27
Must pay rent at once or order to vacate will be given.
Sutherland to O.K. Jones
1913 March 28
Left his property without paying rent. Sutherland
wants to know what he intends to do.
Jones, Quincy A. to Sutherland
1918 February 4
Request information concerning government jobs.
Sutherland to Quincy A. Jones
1918 February 7
Sends application for a government job.
Jones, S.M. to Sutherland
1912 January 6
Has party interested in large timber tract. Wants to
know if he has any available.
Jordon, J.V. to Sutherland
1915 November 9
Discusses the advantages of staying at the New
Richmond Hotel.
Sutherland to J.V. Jordon
1915 November 16
Wants information regarding room rates at hotel.
Jordon, J.V. to Sutherland
1915 November 18
Discusses hotel rates.
Jordon, Loula to Sutherland
1918 January 8
Requests information regarding federal government jobs.
Sutherland to Loula Jordon
1918 January 11
Civil Service Commission will send material
regarding government positions.
Judge, H.L. to Sutherland
1912 December 21
Congratulates him on election win. Wants him to
keep son in mind if an opening occurs in law firm.
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[Kanawha Hotel]
Sutherland to Lloyd Smith
1916 October 5
Wants to reserve a room at Kanawha Hotel.
Kane, Hannah to Sutherland
1915 August 11
Wants to know if the invitation he extended would
hold good should he be elected.
Sutherland to Hannah G. Kane
1915 August 13
The invitation stands regardless of the office
Sutherland holds. Ensures her a front row
seat at the swearing-in ceremony.
Kay, Robert G. to Sutherland
1916 February 18
Wants name of Elkins minister and data on Glady Fork
matter.
Sutherland's Secretary to Robert G. Kay
1916 February 19
Will refer his letter to Sutherland upon his return
to the office.
Sutherland to R.G. Kay
1916 February 26
Minister is Reverend F.H. Barron. Glady Fork matter
seems to be hinging on Arnold, Thompson, and McCabe.
Kay, R.G. to Sutherland
1916 March 15
Extends an invitation for dinner.
Sutherland to R.G. Kay
1916 March 18
Will meet him for dinner.
Kay, R.G. to Sutherland
1916 May 29
Will be at the "Raleigh" at 9:30. [telegram-two copies]
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Kearns, J.W. to Sutherland
1916 September 2
Seeks his support in getting Civil Service placement.
Sutherland to J.W. Kearns
1916 October 3
Advises him to take another civil service examination
and then he will be glad to assist him in getting an
appointment.
Kearns, J.W. to Sutherland
1917 July 2
Appeals for aid in securing employment.
[J.W. Kearns]
Sutherland to Civil Service Commission
1917 July 3
Wants information regarding the rating and standing
of J.W. Kearns.
Sutherland to J.W. Kearns
1917 July 3
Is taking up matter with Civil Service about position.
[J.W. Kearns]
McIlhenny, J.A. to Sutherland
1917 July 9
Records show Kearns did not file application or
take examination in June. Mentions
1908 examination.
Sutherland to J.W. Kearns
1917 July 11
Informs him another examination is necessary.
Kearns, J.W. to Sutherland
1917 July 27
Wants to know if Post Office will be established
at "Camp Admiral." Wants aid in securing a job.
Sutherland to J.W. Kearns
1917 July 28
Informs that the Post Office will be under Baltimore
Authority. No positions open at the present.
Keener, J.L. to Sutherland
1917 December 24
Wants him to secure from Fuel Administrator proper
interpretation of his order regarding unnecessary
lighting.
[J.L. Keener]
Jones, C.R. to J.L. Keener
1917 December 24
Informs of reply received from Fuel Administrator
regarding order to curtail unnecessary lighting.
Sutherland to J.L. Keener
1917 December 28
Fuel Administrator refuses to make an exception
to bank sign. [telegram]
Keener, J.L. to Sutherland
1918 January 31
Expresses his views on closing order and effect it
will have upon citizenry.
Sutherland to J.L. Keener
1918 February 2
Agrees with him in regard to the effect of the
closing orders on United States citizens.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 March 24
Acknowledges check covering dividend on his interest
in gas well. Wants to know if lien has been paid off.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1913 March 29
Glad he is pleased with investment. Irvine plans
to have him settled by Monday. Offers opportunity
to invest in Shinnston well.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 April 9
Has invested into as many gas and oil propositions
as he can at the present time.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 April 24
Received check for dividend. Wants to know if they
plan taking more than one-third of the gas during
summer months.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 April 25
Discusses his interest in Martin Brothers' well.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1913 April 29
Turned his notes over to me. Hofmeier who will renew
them providing Sutherland will pay what he can on them.
Can expect the gas receipts to decline until the fall.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 April 29
Discusses the renewal of his notes and obliged to him
for arranging the same.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1913 May 28
Offers him business proposition.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 June 2
Unable to undertake investment in well.
Sutherland to Keim and Irwin
1913 July 19
Received his report of Martin well. Has been advised
report incorrect, request correct figures for May, June.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1913 July 21
Explains the gas production of the Martin well.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 July 28
Received explanation regarding gas well. Be glad
to receive checks.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1913 July 31
Explains why he has not sent checks out. Requests
he keep matter confidential.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 August 5
Wants income due him on Martin well as soon as
it is convenient.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1913 December 30
Received check covering profit from gas investment.
Hope season proves profitable.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1914 June 11
Wants to know what happened to his dividend check.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1914 June 16
Will consolidate two checks into one.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1914 June 17
Wants information regarding gas line pressure and
production. Thinks checks should be mailed promptly
each month.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1914 July 3
Has not received check - wants it sent at once.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1914 July 21
Explains about the Martin well's decreased production.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1914 November 2
Received check covering gas receipts. Wants to know
about October's gas production.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1915 February 3
December report on Martin well not received. Wants
report and check for dividends due him. Thinks
same should be mailed promptly.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1915 February 5
Has not received December checks. Thinks decreased gas
production due to large amount of gas in Cleveland
district.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1915 March 11
Requests information on the wells.
Keim, J.J. to Sutherland
1915 March 15
Discusses the production of the Martin well.
Sutherland to J.J. Keim
1915 March 16
Informs that payment for the last three months are
past due. Requests the check be sent immediately.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1916 February 19
Encloses note for his signature.
Sutherland to N.G. Keim
1916 February 24
Informs that he signed and forwarded note along with
check to Davis Trust Company.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1914 August 5
Discusses the political meeting held in Charleston.
Thinks his chances for nomination look very slim.
Sutherland to N.G. Keim
1914 August 7
Thinks Republican Convention will endorse Keim.
Discusses Charleston meeting and Democratic opposition.
Thinks large number of Progressives will support him.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1914 October 26
George Bowers is seeking nomination by the Progressive
party. Discusses his politics and fight he is causing.
Sutherland to Senator N.G. Keim
1915 January 19
Wants Senate Journals. Request he keep close watch
of plans for re-districting.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1915 January 21
Will place his name on mailing list for journals. Will
keep an eye on re-districting of state.
Sutherland to N.G. Keim
1915 January 30
Thanks him for Senatorial and Congressional District
data. Wants his opinions of Primary and Corrupt Practice
Bills. Not receiving all of the journals.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1915 February 2
Was assured journals have been sent. Discusses two laws
passed.
Sutherland to N.G. Keim
1915 February 4
Discusses the White Primary Election bill and Parrish
Corrupt Practices Bill. Wants his opinion regarding
action being done on re-districting the state.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1915 February 17
Wrote to Eckard advising him it is too late to
get matter taken care of in this session. Legislatures
putting over some "bum stuff." Try hard to get a fair
Primary and Registration Law.
Sutherland to N.G. Keim
1915 February 19
Wrote to George White regarding his Primary Election
Bill. Discusses it and other bills up before legislation.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1915 October 25
Encloses note for his signature. Wants to attend to
renewal and mail check.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1915 November 3
Informs him of meeting.
Keim, N.G. to Sutherland
1916 June 29
Encloses renewal note. Request check and signed note
returned. Thanks him for letter regarding post office.
Keith, E.S.S. to Sutherland
1917 July 17
Discusses transportation problems faced by U.S. railroad
car manufacturers. Request he and other Senate and House
members take actions to correct delivery problems.
Sutherland to E.S.S. Keith
1917 July 19
Acknowledges recent letter which he read with interest.
Sutherland to John Keller
1912 December 24
Request complete data on Florida tract. He did not send
the exact information needed regarding freight rates.
Sutherland to John Keller
1912 December 24
Thanks him for freight data. Will try to do something
with Florida and Oregon tracts.
[John Keller]
Harmon, D.B. to Sutherland
1912 December 27
Discusses freight weights to Jacksonville and
Savannah. Mailed mistletoe. Moving to Greenville.
Keller, John to Sutherland
1913 January 6
Got a plot of the Oregon land which Dr. Harman is to
send him. Thinks they have lost the opportunity to get
Hally tract.
Sutherland to John Keller
1913 January 13
Sorry timber tracts under option. Advises him to keep
eye on it and let him know if it becomes available.
Will pursue Oregon timber matter.
Sutherland to John Keller
1913 January 13
Sarrau Pensacola tract is under option and wants to
know if it gets loose. Will take up Oregon timber matter.
Keller, John to Sutherland
1913 September 4
Wants the timber plot and description mailed to
Pringle Brothers in South Carolina.
Kelley, A.D. to Sutherland
1918 January 7
Protest enactment of Walsh Bill. [telegram]
Sutherland to A.D. Kelley
1918 January 9
Acknowledges telegram. Walsh Bill passed Senate.
Kelley, J.E. to Sutherland
1913 August 11
Wants to know if he would take the agency for Travelers
Insurance Company.
Sutherland to J.E. Kelley
1913 August 18
Unable to undertake the agency.
Kelley, Levi to Sutherland
1915 October 22
Requests information on Fairmont mine.
Sutherland to Levi Kelley
1915 October 25
Discusses financial terms of Fairmont mine.
Kellison, J.S. to Sutherland
1917 October 8
Mailed book students had borrowed. Request information
regarding 3rd Officers Reserve Training Camp.
Sutherland to J.S. Kellison
1917 October 8
Acknowledges letter, expresses thanks for books sent.
Discusses 3rd Officers Reserve Training Camp.
Kelly, L.H. to Sutherland
1917 July 19
Request Senate Chambers Admittance Card for daughter.
Sutherland to L.H. Kelly
1917 July 20
Acknowledges his request.
Sutherland to Carl Kelsey
1913 June 2
Mailed him a list of names of those who might be
interested in his organization.
Kendrick, W.H. to Sutherland
1914 November 9
Requests donation to defray expenses of Boys Club winner.
[form letter follows]
Sutherland's Secretary to W.H. Kendrick
1914 November 10
Believes he has previously assisted in program.
Will have to check Washington correspondence files
before committing himself.
Kendrick, W.H. to Sutherland
1914 November 25
Discusses Sutherland's past contributions to the
Boys Club.
Sutherland's Secretary to W.H. Kendrick
1914 November 28
Will forward his letter to Sutherland in Elkins.
Sutherland to W.H. Kendrick
1914 December 1
Will cooperate with him on Corn Club program, and unable
to undertake added expenses. Suggest he contact men
of wealth rather than poor politicians such as himself.
Sutherland to John J. Kennedy
1913 April 4
Wants fabric samples and prices.
Kennedy, John P. Company to Sutherland
1913 April 5
Encloses requested fabric samples, costs, and suit
patterns.
Kennedy, J.P. to Sutherland
1913 April 18
Sending one of their tailors to Washington to confer
with him regarding suits.
Sutherland to John J. Kennedy
1913 April 23
Was out of city when his representative came to call.
Has ordered clothes from another firm.
Sutherland to John J. Kennedy
1913 November 17
Wants to be informed the next time representative
comes to Washington. May want a suit made.
Sutherland to J.J. Kennedy
1913 November 20
Wants price list for suits. May be in New York.
Kennedy, J.J. to Sutherland
1914 May 22
Encloses latest suit patterns and samples.
Sutherland to J.J. Kennedy
1914 May 25
Wants price and other suit samples.
Kennedy, J.J. to Sutherland
1914 May 26
Replies to his request for suit prices.
[Stanley A. Kenny]
Kenny, J.D. to Sutherland
1917 November 12
Requests he aid brother obtain employment.
Kenny, Stanley A. to Sutherland
1917 November 12
Discusses his qualifications as accountant -
bookkeeper. Would appreciate his aid in securing a
Naval position.
[Stanley A. Kenny]
Sutherland to T.D. Kenny
1917 November 13
Requested Civil Service Commission send his brother
information on clerical positions.
No vacancy at present.
Sutherland to S.A. Kenny
1917 November 13
Suggest he take employment matter up with Navy
Department in January. Civil Service Commission sending
information.
Kenny, Stanley A. to Sutherland
1917 November 14
Expresses a desire to join Navy. Is not interested
in a position in Washington.
Sutherland to Stanley A. Kenny
1917 November 15
Advises him to contact Commandment in Virginia regarding
serving a position on one of the Battleships.
Kenny, Stanley A. to Sutherland
1917 December 8
Encloses his application to Bureau of War Risk Insurance.
Requested Sutherland file along with reference letter.
Sutherland to Stanley A. Kenny
1917 December 10
Acknowledges his letter. Will write a strong letter
on his behalf.
[Stanley A. Kenny]
Sutherland to William DeLaney
1917 December 10
Writes on behalf of Stanley A. Kenny.
Kenny, Stanley A. to Sutherland
1917 December 28
Plans to write to other Congressman regarding desire
to secure position. Request he look into matter again.
Sutherland to Stanley A. Kenny
1917 December 31
Will take his case up with DeLaney upon his return.
Sutherland to Stanley A. Kenny
1918 January 7
Has been advised Kenny application cannot be considered
since he is of draft age.
Kephart, J.C. & Sons to Sutherland
1915 November 9
Shipping apple order.
Sutherland to J.C. Kephart & Sons
1915 November 15
Has not received barrel of apples.
Sutherland to J.C. Kephart & Sons
1915 November 17
Received barrel of apples.
Kerens, Vincent to Sutherland
1913 April 15
Invites he and Mrs. Sutherland to home in Washington.
Sutherland to Vincent Kerens
1913 April 24
Will be glad to see him while in Washington.
Sutherland to Vincent Kerens
1913 May 14
Received letter with reference to value of
apartment house at 15th and O streets.
Kerens ------- to Sutherland
1915 November 16
Complains of family renting Elkins house.
------- to Minna Keyser
1917 July 2
Acknowledges her request for appointment as a
German translator.
Keyser, Minna to Sutherland
1917 July 7
Encloses letter and request he aid her in securing job.
[Minna Keyser]
Sutherland to Council of National Defense
1917 July 9
Will appreciate anything Council may do for Miss Keyser.
Sutherland to Minna Keyser
1917 July 9
Informs matter being taken up with Council of National
Defense.
[Minna Keyser]
Council of National Defense to Sutherland
1917 July 11
The need for German translators does not exist.
Sutherland to Minna Keyser
1917 July 12
Encloses letter from Council. Sorry they cannot
utilize her services at the present.
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Kildow, W. H. to Sutherland
1916 August --
Extends congratulation on nomination. Discusses family
and lovely California weather. Invites him to visit.
Sutherland to W.H. Kildow
1916 August 16
Family and he enjoyed his letter. Old friend,
McCandlish, has died. Richard graduated from Yale.
Daughter getting married. Expects to win in November.
King, James R. to Sutherland
1912 February 23
Has party willing to make huge investment in West
Virginia Coal operation. If he has such listing,
request full information on same. Will exchange
Pittsburgh property for timber tract. [description
follows]
Sutherland to James R. King
1913 January 13
Thinks he can still get hold of British Columbia
timber tract. May arrange exchange if Pittsburgh
property right.
King, James R. to Sutherland
1913 January 16
Encloses photograph of Pittsburgh property. Will
wait until other party expresses interest in exchange.
Sutherland to James R. King
1913 January 27
Will find out if owners of British Columbia property
are interested in exchange.
King, James R. to Sutherland
1913 March 5
Wants to know what he has accomplished on property
exchange proposition.
King, James R. to Sutherland
1913 March 11
Reports owners of British Columbia property not
interested in Pittsburgh property.
King, James R. to Sutherland
1913 March 12
Sorry they were unable to make property exchange. Has
other tracts if he is interested - commission good.
Sutherland to James R. King
1913 March 17
Returning booklet. Wants location of Western Kentucky
tract.
Sutherland to James R. King
1913 March 21
Received information of Kentucky tract. Price seems
fair but doubts if it can be sold at present.
King, Kirk to Sutherland
1916 August 10
Wants to know if he has sold Wayne County coal. Has
prospects.
Sutherland to Kirk King
1916 August 17
The man interested in the Wayne County coal tract
will be in touch very soon.
Sutherland to Kirk King
1916 August 21
Wants him to go on property with his clients.
King, M.H. to Sutherland
1913 December 3
Wants him to endorse enclosed note. Offers him
opportunity to invest in gas lease.
King, M.H. to Sutherland
1913 December 5
Appreciates him endorsing note. Discusses his gas and
oil investment opportunities. Offers gas lease
propositions.
Sutherland to M.H. King
1913 December 8
Glad he is taking active interest in Trembly & Ice wells.
Wants to see profit on investment before making further
commitments. Senatorial duties prevents attending to
any private matters.
King, M.H. to Sutherland
1917 December 15
Discusses Mr. Trembly and the Thacker oil well.
Sutherland to M.H. King
1913 December 17
Appreciates report on gas wells. Thinks gas consumption
will be low in the winter.
King, M.H. to Sutherland
1914 April 14
Encloses note for renewal. Bankrupt work and oil/gas
lease investment keeping him busy. Pettigrew, Wheeling
friend, and himself appreciate his kindness in A.J.
King matter.
Sutherland to M.H. King
1914 April 15
Endorses note. Hope well comes in a gusher.
King, M.H. to Sutherland
1914 May 7
Reports on the Strother well and drill of his well.
Sutherland to M.H. King
1914 May 9
Criticizes Harts' handling of well investment. Thinks
Tremble & Ice should be required to drill into lower
sand.
King, M.H. to Sutherland
1914 October 22
Lengthy discussion regarding current political scene.
Sutherland to M.H. King
1914 February 22
Acknowledges recent letter regarding coal in Braxton
County. Will give the matter attention after Congress
adjourns.
Sutherland to Pat King
1913 April 10
Encloses check for rental property King owns in Maryland.
Kinghorn, John L. to Sutherland
1915 November 4
Entered contest and wants him to subscribe to newspaper in
order to get credit for votes.
Sutherland to John L. Kinghorn
1915 November 6
Wishes him success in contest. Already subscribes to
the newspaper.
[Kingwood National Bank]
Lantz, E.M. to Sutherland
1913 December 13
Informs of meeting of the bank's stockholders.
[Kingwood National Bank]
Sutherland to E.M. Lantz
1913 January 7
Encloses proxy for meeting. [proxy follows]
[Kingwood National Bank]
Flynn, James W. to Sutherland
1915 July 19
Discusses an investment proposition which would allow
him to purchase timber and land in Greenbrier County.
Kip, Fredric E. to Sutherland
1916 September 15
Request his photograph. [telegram]
Kip, Fredric E. to Sutherland
1916 September 16
Confirms telegram and explains why photo is necessary.
Sutherland to Fredric E. Kip
1916 September 18
Sending requested photograph. Wants exhibits of
literature sent to Washington office.
Kip, Fredrick E. to Sutherland
1916 September 20
Secretary acknowledges receiving his photograph.
Literature will be sent soon.
Kiralfy, J. to Sutherland
1913 March 14
Anglo-American Exposition being planned. Requests he
agree to having his name in American Committee being
formed.
Sutherland to H.L. Kirk
1913 April 10
Wishes him victory in the Wheeling mayoral election.
Sutherland to Sedgewick Kistle
1915 August 4
Request his company make monthly donation to Elkins
Y.M.C.A.
[Sedgewick Kistler]
Bentley, W.O. to Sutherland
1915 August 5
Secretary acknowledges his letter to Mr. Kistler
regarding donation.
Kistler, S. to Sutherland
1915 August 30
Request short delay in a definite answer regrading
Y.M.C.A. donation.
Sutherland to S. Kistler
1915 September 2
Acknowledges his letter regrading Y.M.C.A.
Kistler, S. to Sutherland
1915 September 9
Agrees to support the Elkins Y.M.C.A.
Sutherland to S. Kistler
1915 September 11
Appreciates company's donation to Y.M.C.A.
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Klinefelter, J.S. to Sutherland
1915 October 12
Understands he has idle mine. Will consider lease -
wants more information on mine.
Sutherland to J.S. Klinefelter
1915 October 18
Owners of mine will not consider lease.
Klinefelter, J.S. to Sutherland
1915 October --
Possibly can get him buyer for mine.
Sutherland to J.S. Klinefelter
1915 October 21
Describes coal mine he has for sale.
Sutherland to J.A. Knapp
1915 January 28
Wants to know if J.A. Goff paid for papering job.
Knicley, W.C. to Sutherland
1917 January 30
Wants to purchase lot adjacent to his property.
Sutherland's Secretary to W.C. Knicley
1917 January 31
Acknowledges letter regarding Burnsville lot.
Sutherland to W.C. Knicley
1917 February 7
Price for lot is $500.00. Suggest he make an offer.
[Knights of Pythias]
Hunt, U.B. to Sutherland
1914 February 24
Encloses statistical and other data regarding
Insurance Department discussion of Knights of Pythias
publication.
[Knights of Pythias]
Houriet, A.G. to Sutherland
1914 November 6
Congratulates him on success. Informs of meeting.
[Knights of Pythias]
VAugusthan, J.G. to Sutherland
1914 November 10
Appreciates his recent success. Discusses the
Golden Jubilee ceremonies.
[Knights of Pythias]
Hunt, Union B. to Sutherland
1915 May 1
Clarifies forfeiture and payments made.
[Knobly Mountain Orchard Company]
Arnold, D.A. to Sutherland
1915 February 9
Request he write to party who finances orchard company
regarding its values, condition, etc. [financial statement
follows].
[Knobly Mountain Orchard Company]
Sutherland to G.S. Reese
1915 February 12
Discusses the Knobly Mountain Orchard Company.
Understands he is willing to finance it.
Knowland, J.R. to Sutherland
1914 May 6
Invites him to luncheon at his home honoring Shrines.
Sutherland to J.R. Knowland
1914 May 7
Accepts invitation unless prior commitments do not
interfere.
Koch, E.W. to Sutherland
1914 January 12
Wants to borrow money.
Sutherland to Edward W. Koch
1914 June 15
Impossible to loan money.
Sutherland to Edgar Koehl
1913 December 18
Extends congratulations on job appointment. Sends
love to the family.
Koehl, Edgar to Sutherland
1914 January 8
Appreciates his letter. New job starts on Monday.
Sutherland to Edgar Koehl
1915 September 14
Congratulates him on promotion. Sends love to family.
Koehl, Edgar to Sutherland
1915 September 19
Acknowledges his recent letter. Family well.
Krebs, L.T. to Sutherland
1913 March 4
Has not received prospects and information regarding
his commission.
Sutherland to L.T. Krebs
1913 March 11
Uncertain which tract he discussed with him. Will
be glad to discuss both tracts with him.
Krebs, L.T. to Sutherland
1913 March 18
Has friends interested in securing large tract. Request
full details on property he has. Wants separate letter
giving him protection in way of his commission.
Sutherland to L.T. Krebs
1913 March 20
Discusses property he has for sale.
Sutherland to L.T. Krebs
1913 March 20
Encloses property description omitted in earlier letter.
Krebs, L.T. to Sutherland
1915 May 10
Has buyers for large timber tract. Price must be low
and complete information available to buyer. Commission
can be settled later - three ways.
Sutherland to L.T. Krebs
1915 May 12
Only sizable property he knows of is in Kentucky.
Owners bought it for the coal. Will find out if
they will sell the timber.
Krebs, L.T. to Sutherland
1915 May 15
Request more complete information on Kentucky tract.
Will vote for him regardless of office he chooses to
run for.
Sutherland to L.T. Krebs
1915 May 17
Have been unable to get property owners to sell their
timber separately - will contact him if he succeeds.
Have smaller West Virginia tract if interested. will
advise him on political decision.
Krebs & Co. to Sutherland
1914 April 27
The Ohio German Fire Insurance Company has been under
investigation. Reports findings and encloses copy
of report. [copy follows]
Sutherland to Krebs & Co.
1915 February 12
Informs that a draft is due by them.
Krebs & Co. to Sutherland
1915 February 17
Disputes the claim made against them. [letter follows]
Sutherland to Krebs & Co.
1915 March 11
Wants to know status of distribution. Has not received
check on his claim.
Krebs & Co. to Sutherland
1915 March 15
Explains why checks were not mailed. Makes offer on
his assignment of claim.
Sutherland to Krebs & Co.
1915 March 26
Check still not received. Thinks his company has
functioned with degree of crookedness from beginning
to the present.
Krebs to Sutherland
1915 March 31
Sorry he has formed poor opinion of them. Discusses
his check. Suggest contacting company trustees if he
has further questions.
Krebs & Co. to Sutherland
1915 April 5
Renews company's offer for his assignment of claim.
Sutherland to W.E. Krupp
1915 October 23
Extends congratulations on election to 33rd Scottish
Rite.
