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Belford, John L., 1861-1951

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Letter from John L. Belford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from John L. Belford to Theodore Roosevelt

Father Belford requests President Roosevelt’s attendance at the National Convention of the Catholic Federation in California. He encourages Roosevelt by saying that his attendance would be a wonderful opportunity for him to tell what the administration is up to and also for the Federation to show its appreciation for him and all that he stands for.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-07-08

Letter from John L Belford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from John L Belford to Theodore Roosevelt

Bishop Charles Edward McDonnell has noted to Father Belford that T. St. John Gaffney is in Rome, advocating for Archbishop John Ireland to be named a Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. In his campaign, Gaffney claims President Roosevelt’s support of his efforts. Belford thought Roosevelt should be aware of Gaffney’s claiming to speak for him.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-06-16