Woodrow Wilson to John J. Fitzgerald

Woodrow Wilson to John J. Fitzgerald

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924

WWP17749

1913 May 9

Woodrow Wilson writes to John J. Fitzgerald about erecting public buildings and beginning other public works in light of the passage of the tariff.

Wilson Papers, Library of Congress, Library of Congress, Washington, District of Columbia

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924--Correspondence

My dear Mr. Fitzgerald:

I have been thinking a good deal lately of the possible business reactions which may occur as a result of the passage of the tariff, and would like to put this thought into your mind: Would it not be well for us to go forward as rapidly as our resources will permit with the erection of public buildings and the completion of other public works, in order that we may release as much money as possible for the sake of business and afford employment to a larger number of persons than would otherwise be employed? I would be very much obliged if you would think this over seriously.

Cordially and sincerely yours,
Woodrow Wilson

Hon. John J. Fitzgerald,
House of Representatives.

Letter

Fitzgerald, John Francis, 1863-1950