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Sarah W. Loud expresses to Theodore Roosevelt her distress over her husband’s treatment and living conditions at the Soldiers’ Hospital, describing poor care, unsanitary conditions, and what she believes is an unjust separation from him, and appealing for Roosevelt’s help in bringing her husband home.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-14
Sarah W. Loud expresses to Theodore Roosevelt that her husband, Civil War veteran Thomas B. Loud, has been unjustly kept at the Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea rather than allowed to live at home with her. She recounts his military service, declining health, and the actions of local officials that resulted in his pension being withheld and adequate aid denied, causing their prolonged separation. Loud appeals to Roosevelt for help in securing a pension sufficient to support him at home, describing her emotional and financial hardship and her faith in Roosevelt’s sense of justice.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-12
Sarah W. Loud’s calling card, printed with her formal name “Mrs. Thomas B. Loud” and her address at 574 Broad Street, East Weymouth.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-12