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Harvard University’s Theodore Roosevelt Collection, housed in its Widener and Houghton libraries, is a major resource for study of the life and times of Theodore Roosevelt. The collection originated as a comprehensive library opened in New York City by the Roosevelt Memorial (later Theodore Roosevelt) Association in 1923, and donated in 1943 to Roosevelt’s alma mater. The collection, since enlarged, includes manuscripts (Theodore Roosevelt’s papers other than those designated by him for the Library of Congress and papers of other Roosevelt family members), ancillary archival resources, printed works, photographs and cartoons, and ephemera relating to Roosevelt’s personal and professional life.
Portions of the collection, already cataloged, were digitized at Harvard and then received by digital library staff. Our digital library currently holds some 3,000 items from the Harvard collection, consisting of its total holdings of Theodore Roosevelt’s diaries, outgoing correspondence, and compositions, as well as eleven personal clipping scrapbooks, 1881-1899. See below to view items from this collection in the digital library.
Reproduction or publication of these materials requires the permission of the Theodore Roosevelt Collection, Houghton Library, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Governor Roosevelt informs Senator O’Neil that he received his letter regarding a chaplain position in the military for Reverend Hardendorf. Roosevelt explains the highly sought after nature of these positions and regrets that there is little chance for Hardendorf to secure one. He also mentions canceling O’Neil’s debt to him.
1901-04-22
Governor Roosevelt encloses a letter regarding the application of Senator O’Neil’s brother for a Commission. Roosevelt also asks O’Neil to discuss with Senator Platt a position for himself as soon as he can.
1899-07-13
Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt writes that he was disappointed not to see Senator O’Neil last spring and hopes to see him soon. Roosevelt mentions that his pleasantest memories of Albany include O’Neil.
1890-01-13
Governor Roosevelt thanks Senator O’Neil for his letter and tells him to keep in mind the position of Fish, Game and Forestry Commissioner.
1899-06-17
Governor Roosevelt writes to the editors of the North American Review to inform them that he has not yet received the check for his article.
1898-12-02
Assemblyman Roosevelt writes to Henry D. Nicoll to accept his offer. Roosevelt expresses uncertainty due to his inexperience, but writes that he will do his best.
1882-03-17
Assemblyman Roosevelt writes to Doctor Nicoll to accept a position which he has been offered. Roosevelt informs Nicoll that he will soon be in New York and will call on him.
1882-01-24
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Reverend Newton for his letter. Roosevelt writes that, in his opinion, those involved with politics are no longer interested in him, but he is content that they are continuing to fight for the causes for which he stands. Roosevelt also discusses his involvement in the most recent state election campaign.
1914-12-19
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Reverend Newton for his letter. Roosevelt also briefly discusses military weapons.
1914-12-17
Theodore Roosevelt comments on an article that discusses policy towards German actions.
1914-10-02
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Reverend Newton for his letters and support. Roosevelt expresses his agreement with Newton about the mineral lands and says he will forward his letter regarding the issue to George Washington Kirchwey.
1912-08-02
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Frank Neuberth for his letter and writes that he enjoys hearing from old friends from the New York Police force.
1916-12-29
Assemblyman Roosevelt thanks William Fellowes Morgan for agreeing to be present at a polling station during the upcoming election. Roosevelt mentions an organized effort against him in favor of other Republican candidates.
1883-11-03
Theodore Roosevelt informs William Fellowes Morgan that he is sailing for England, where he will marry Edith Kermit Carow. Roosevelt thanks Morgan for his kindness during the last election.
1886-11-05
Theodore Roosevelt informs A. P. Moore that he cannot make a speech, though he wishes he could accept Moore’s invitation.
1911-12-01
Assemblyman Roosevelt asks William Fellowes Morgan to supervise a polling place in a bad district.
1883-11-02
Archie and Nick Roosevelt wrote this poem for President Roosevelt after he advised them to explore the White House at night.
1903-11-28
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Reverend Moir and informs him of the correct pronunciation of Roosevelt.
1898-10-10
Archie and Nicholas Roosevelt wrote this poem for President Roosevelt after he advised them to explore the White House at night.
1903-11-27
President Roosevelt reports the details of his uncle James King Gracie’s funeral. Despite the inordinate amount of police inside and outside the church, a crank managed to sneak in. In a postscript, Roosevelt says he is enclosing two poems Nick and Archie Roosevelt wrote for him.
1903-11-28