Letter from John D. Crimmins to Theodore Roosevelt
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1901-01-02
Creator(s)
Crimmins, John D. (John Daniel), 1844-1917
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-01-02
Crimmins, John D. (John Daniel), 1844-1917
John D. Crimmins writes to Senator Platt to recommend Cabot Ward for a position in Puerto Rico. Ward “possesses eminent qualifications.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-12-07
John D. Crimmins assures Theodore Roosevelt of his high estimation of him after the New York Times published a purported interview with Crimmins in which he denounces Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-04
John D. Crimmins addresses a New York Times article that quoted him denouncing Theodore Roosevelt’s character; Crimmins explains that during the interview he “never mentioned the President” and declares his respect for Roosevelt. Crimmins asks the editor to publish a “contradiction of the words published.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-04
John D. Crimmins informs President Roosevelt that he is held in high regard in Rome.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-03-11
John D. Crimmins encloses a letter regarding a past president and commends President Roosevelt for supporting the appointment of Dr. Crum.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-21
John D. Crimmins announces that his son, Martin Lalor Crimmins, who was a member of the Rough Riders, had a son born on February 28. Both mother and son are healthy, and Martin is “the proudest father in the land.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-21
President Roosevelt was omitted from the guest list for the celebration of Pope Leo XIII’s elevation to the pontificate and the beginning of his Silver Jubilee year. Crimmins believes that Roosevelt’s omission was accidental and notifies Roosevelt that since the Silver Jubilee extends until March 3 congratulatory letters can still be sent. He also suggests that Bishop McDonnell could convey a message as he will soon be traveling to Rome.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-29