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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-15
Knott, Elijah E. (Elijah Edward), 1855-1923
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
English
Elijah E. Knott accuses the New York Stock Exchange of being “the most un-American institution” in the country. It is the guardhouse of all corrupt, law-defying corporations and goes against Theodore Roosevelt’s policies. New York should break up this monopoly. Knott suggests Roosevelt write an article for The Outlook on regulating stock markets.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-11
Elijah E. Knott would like Theodore Roosevelt to read his “humble efforts” to defend Roosevelt and has enclosed several letters. He wanted to vote for him and President William H. Taft but could not vote for the Republican party.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-03
Knott, Elijah E. (Elijah Edward), 1855-1923
Elijah E. Knott has written a rough draft of a reform party platform with Theodore Roosevelt in mind as a leader. He would like Frank Harper to send it to Roosevelt if he deems it appropriate, so that he can comment on it. Knott strongly believes that the country needs a new party to establish reform.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-07-27
Elijah E. Knott is pleased that Frank Harper acknowledges his letter and enclosure. The response to his outline of reform principles has been positive so far, although Knott believes more work needs to be done. Theodore Roosevelt’s work must continue or else Knott fears that the country will become radical.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-07-29
Elijah E. Knott encloses a clipping from this morning’s Herald which he wrote for Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt. It expresses his thoughts on Theodore Roosevelt. He wants Roosevelt to see it, but understands that it may not be possible. In a handwritten note, Edith instructs her secretaries to thank Knott.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-05-22