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Bishop Brent writes how glad he is that the editors of The Outlook are supporting “manly sport” in the Philippines by offering an “Outlook Cup” as a tennis trophy. Brent believes the church should support healthy recreation more than it does, and he does not fear criticism which may come for this.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-04-20
Charles Henry Brent, Episcopalian Bishop of the Philippine Islands, writes to Reverend Lyman Abbott due to Abbott’s interest in helping him ensure “clean, manly sport” for the young American men living in Manila, Philippines, who are members of Brent’s “Columbia Club.” Brent explains that in his “tilt against betting in high places,” he prefers to give the winners a trophy rather than prizes. Brent hopes that The Outlook, of which Abbott is the editor, might willing to provide the trophy for tennis.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-12
Champlain Brent writes to Edith Roosevelt from Quentin Roosevelt’s gravesite and describes the grave in detail.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-08-14
Chaplain Brent writes to Edith Roosevelt to comfort her over the loss of her son, Quentin Roosevelt. He talks of his memories of Quentin and his belief that he died for a higher cause. He also talks about seeing her other son, Archibald Roosevelt in a hospital recently. He also sends an excerpt from a poem.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1918-07-18
Bishop Brent defends the success of the International Opium Commission, of which he was President. He wanted to secure unanimity on the resolutions it passed, and so could not be as stringent as he wanted due to the interests of Great Britain. He encourages President Taft to push the matter of the International Opium Conference.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-12-29
Charles Henry Brent writes to President Roosevelt to discuss Secretary of War Taft’s visit to China. Brent also describes the English as colonists.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-09-02
Charles H. Brent expresses thanks for Theodore Roosevelt’s letter that showed appreciation for his article responding to Foreman and Archbishop John Ireland. Brent is looking forward to Secretary of War William H. Taft’s visit to the Philippines. He expresses concern that the results of the visit by Taft’s commission will not be beneficial, and will cause discord in the Philippines. Brent compliments the commissioner as “a strong man,” but adds that there is concern that he is “overtaxing his strength.” He adds that the Atlantic Monthly wants to publish the second half of his article only. The North American Review will publish it in its entirety in August.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-07-14
Reverend Brent writes to President Roosevelt to inform him that he could meet in Washington the next Sunday, and if that is not possible, the next available date is October 1.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-09-20