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Geer, George W. (George Wolfe), 1835-1914

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Letter from George W. Geer to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from George W. Geer to Theodore Roosevelt

George W. Geer encourages Theodore Roosevelt to accept the nomination and become the next president. Geer explains his ancestors were the earliest settlers in America, fighting in every war, including the Civil War where he and his two brothers were injured. Geer plans to get every veteran to vote for Roosevelt. In his postscript Geer mentions his son, J. Eugene Geer, who traveled with Roosevelt during his first presidential campaign in 1904.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-18

Creator(s)

Geer, George W. (George Wolfe), 1835-1914