Former member of twenty-fifth says President acted hastily
Charles V. Richey, a former member of the twenty-fifth infantry, writes what he thinks about President Roosevelt’s orders in the Brownsville affair. He believes Roosevelt acted too quickly, but that he cannot rescind his order without discrediting himself. Richey suggests that in order to apprehend the guilty people, a reward should be offered for information leading to their discovery, and the reinstatement guaranteed of everyone found not guilty. He urges people to be patient with Roosevelt and give him a chance to act after Congress makes their recommendations.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1906-11-27