His removal was precipitated by press accounts of his son Donald's connection with land deals in Suffolk County. Harold V. Gleason, then president, wanted Roth out and bad press was the best way to get rid of Roth.
His removal was triggered by media reports of his son Donald's involvement in land transactions in Suffolk County. Harold V. Gleason, the president at the time, desired Roth's departure and negative publicity served as the most effective method to accomplish it.