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Millard J. Bloomer tells Theodore Roosevelt that he wishes to publish the correspondence letters on Saturday morning, but promises to keep their agreement even as other reporters claim Roosevelt has given permission. Bloomer goes on to mention a meeting where he was made “the fool.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-28
Millard J. Bloomer thanks Theodore Roosevelt for his letter and informs Roosevelt about a meeting of the executive committee of the New York Citizens’ Peace Banquet in which they determined that the purpose of the banquet will be to rally support for a “world wide peace movement” and not to endorse the current treaties presented to the senate. Bloomer discussed Roosevelt’s letter with their mutual friend Emily Nelson Ritchie McLean and though Bloomer was not happy with the some of his associates, he has decided to stay with the committee because he gave his word to many prominent men. Bloomer tells Roosevelt that the committee voted Roosevelt to be the guest of honor and asks if he will oblige.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-21
Millard J. Bloomer thanks Theodore Roosevelt for his letter declining the invitation to the Citizen’s Peace Banquet. Bloomer explains his own beliefs around world peace as well as his understanding of the purpose of the banquet. Bloomer appreciates Roosevelt’s caution and will be wary of any request to act contrary to his convictions
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-13
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-01
Bloomer, Millard J. (Millard Julian), 1870-1949
Millard J. Bloomer, President of the Harlem Patriotic Society, thanks Theodore Roosevelt for his personal letter explaining why it would be inconsistent for him to write a message to be read at the Fourth of July celebration at Mt. Morris Park. The society has taken Roosevelt’s silence on the matter of being Honorary Vice President as consent, which Bloomer hopes is acceptable to him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-01
Millard J. Bloomer asks if Theodore Roosevelt would be willing to write a letter to be read out at two upcoming Fourth of July celebrations that he will be presiding over.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-06-26
Millard J. Bloomer is still inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s leadership skills during the Saratoga convention. He sends a copy of his newspaper with an account of the convention, which he believes is accurate. Bloomer agrees with Roosevelt’s ideas and pledges to give his best in bringing them about.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1910-10-01