Alien Property Custodian Department Of Justice Letter Red Scare Era For Sale

The Office of Alien Property Custodian was an office within the government of the United States during World War I and again during World War II, serving as a custodian to property that belonged to US enemies and the Red Scare. President Woodrow Wilson appointed A. Mitchell Palmer, a political ally and former Congressman, Alien Property Custodian in October 1917. Palmer held the position from October 22, 1917 until March 4, 1919. A wartime government official, the Custodian had responsibility for the seizure, administration, and sometimes the sale of enemy property in the United States. Palmer was also allowed to take control of property that might hinder the war effort, including all property belonging to interned immigrants, whether they had been charged with a crime or not.[6][7] Palmer's background in law and banking qualified him for the position, along with his party loyalty and intimate knowledge of political patronage.[8]: 128  Under Palmer's leadership, the Custodian employed hundreds of officials.[6] source Wikipedia.See our zoomed in photographs. 10.5 x8 inch single sheet of Antique vintage paper letterhead. edge tears and folding. wear from use , age , storage and transport. Some folds. Please see our color scans/photos they are a key part of the item and condition description. We will get back to you ASAP with answers to any questions you may have prior to offerding or purchase.

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