Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Governor Roosevelt invites John T. McCutcheon to visit Manila, Philippines.
Collection
Creation Date
1932-04-02
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Newberry Library
In 1887, the Newberry Library opened for business, funded by a bequest from Chicago businessman Walter L. Newberry for a “free, public” library on the north side of the Chicago River. Since then it has evolved into a leading research library with an extensive collection of rare books, maps, music, and manuscripts. Part of the library’s collection celebrates the history and legacy of Theodore Roosevelt.
Materials in this collection include letters from Theodore Roosevelt to cartoonist John McCutcheon, letters from Edith Roosevelt to author Alice French, and a scrapbook of materials showing how Roosevelt’s memory was preserved immediately after his death and into the 1920s.
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The big stick
Brief, satirical newspaper making light of Theodore Roosevelt and his African safari.
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Creation Date
1910-06-06
Creator(s)
Blumenfeld, Ralph D. (Ralph David), 1864-1948; Phillips, Percival, 1877-1937
Letter from William H. Taft to A. S. Roe
William H. Taft will be in Canada and cannot attend the July 4 Worcester Celebration.
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Creation Date
1914-06-10
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John Woodward Philip
Governor Roosevelt remains interested in the captain of the USS Texas, the ship Commodore Philip commanded during the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, and will attend the sword presentation ceremony.
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Creation Date
1899-01-23
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Indictment of John Clemens
The Grand Jurors of the State of Ohio have indicted John Clemens for the illegal sale of “intoxicating liquors.” The indictment is signed by William McKinley, the Prosecuting Attorney for the County of Stark and State of Ohio.
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Creation Date
1870-04-15
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Letter from Elihu Root to John T. McCutcheon
Secretary of State Root thanks John T. McCutcheon for the copy of Mysterious Stranger. Root used to practice law across the country and is familiar with Missouri and the “Gentle Reader.”
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Creation Date
1906-01-15
Creator(s)
Letter from Elihu Root to John T. McCutcheon
Secretary of State Root thanks John T. McCutcheon for the book of cartoons.
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Creation Date
1905-12-09
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Letter from Elihu Root to John T. McCutcheon
Secretary of War Root thanks John T. McCutcheon for the book of cartoons.
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Creation Date
1903-05-12
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt introduces A. W. Exline, a former soldier that has lived many years in the Philippines. Exline is a strong jungle hunter and tells great stories.
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Creation Date
1934-08-08
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt is pleased that John T. McCutcheon enjoyed meeting with Captain Brocklehurst. He also received a letter from Brocklehurst stating that he enjoyed himself so much he delayed the rest of his western trip. Roosevelt hopes to see McCutcheon soon and encloses a letter.
Collection
Creation Date
1934-06-25
Creator(s)
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt introduces Captain Brocklehurst, who will be visiting Chicago, Illinois, and is interested in John T. McCutcheon’s zoo plans. Roosevelt enjoyed meeting Mr. Kellogg.
Collection
Creation Date
1934-06-07
Creator(s)
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Governor Roosevelt will look after John T. McCutcheon’s “family-in-law” when they visit the Philippines. Roosevelt is fond of Isabella Greenway but she is a traditional Democrat with a “head of wood politically.” He sends his best to Greenway.
Collection
Creation Date
1933-02-22
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Newell Dwight Hillis
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Newell Dwight Hillis for his work on behalf of Liberty Loans and the Red Cross.
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Creation Date
1917-06-29
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Governor Roosevelt hopes that John T. McCutcheon can work it out and states the palace is improving every day.
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Creation Date
1929-11-18
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Governor Roosevelt invites John T. McCutcheon to visit Puerto Rico. The island is delightful and there is lots of work to be done.
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Creation Date
1929-10-27
Creator(s)
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt loved the cartoon from Gaar Williams. He has always wanted a Williams cartoon because he gave the last one to Kermit Roosevelt. Roosevelt invites John T. McCutcheon to visit Puerto Rico.
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Creation Date
1929-09-13
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt loved the poem.
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Creation Date
1928-08-29
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt encloses a letter for John T. McCutcheon. If McCutcheon is interested, he should contact the letter writer directly.
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Creation Date
1927-09-21
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt appreciates the photographs and is unable to accept John T. McCutcheon’s invitation. He invites McCutcheon and his wife to visit Sagamore Hill.
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Creation Date
1918-03-18
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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John T. McCutcheon
Theodore Roosevelt was pleased to hear that John T. McCutcheon will be participating in the summer military camp. He believes the work will be valuable and a first step in developing a “comprehensive reserve system.”
Collection
Creation Date
1915-08-02