Crawford, Jack, 1847-1917

Jack Crawford has previously sent Theodore Roosevelt poetry but received unfavorable responses from his secretary. He hopes by introducing himself and his credentials that Roosevelt might let him visit his home at Oyster Bay, and the “Broncho Scout” won’t bother Roosevelt after this letter. The reverse side of the letter contains letters from Crawford’s supporters.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-21

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-04-15

Creator(s)

Crawford, Jack, 1847-1917

Language

English

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-04-13

Creator(s)

Crawford, Jack, 1847-1917

Language

English

“Captain Jack,” Jack Crawford, expresses frustration to Theodore Roosevelt over his lack of acknowledgement of Crawford’s performing and preaching talent. Crawford encloses a poem about Roosevelt that he recited to a large group, and remarks upon the successes of many of his recent speeches. Crawford questions why Roosevelt has given him little opportunity to preach at the White House, and requests a time to perform at Roosevelt’s house in Oyster Bay. 

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-05-18

Captain Jack Crawford, “Poet Scout,” advertises his performance abilities, and provides a sheet of “Tributes to the Poet Scout” to prove the good reviews he has received from elite society.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-05-18