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Doane, William Croswell, 1832-1913

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Letter from William Croswell Doane to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from William Croswell Doane to Theodore Roosevelt

Episcopal Bishop William Doane of Albany, New York, apologizes for not having been able to attend the launch of Emperor William’s yacht to which he was invited. Just as he and his wife were about to depart, the bishop was called to the death bed of the superior of a convent nearby. He regrets having had to miss the launch and sends compliments to Alice Roosevelt for her part in it and to Mrs. Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-02-25

Creator(s)

Doane, William Croswell, 1832-1913

Letter from Willian Croswell Doane to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Willian Croswell  Doane to Theodore Roosevelt

Bishop Doane would like to secure an invitation to the launching of German Emperor William II’s yacht and asks what steps he should take. Doane will be making the annual address before the University of Pennsylvania and hopes to bring Mrs. Doane and his granddaughter, Margaret, to pay their respects to President Roosevelt, Mrs. Roosevelt, and Alice.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-01-27

Creator(s)

Doane, William Croswell, 1832-1913