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Edward G. Riggs, editor of the New York Sun, acknowledges receiving President Roosevelt’s letter and promises that it will remain confidential. Riggs hopes Roosevelt is well.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-09-05
Edward G. Riggs discusses wagers that he would like to collect. He reminds President Roosevelt that Roosevelt owes him a “big red apple.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-11
Having talked with Charles L. Dana and William MacKay Laffan, Edward G. Riggs is to stop and see President Roosevelt next Wednesday. He hopes the president can spare a few minutes to see him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-09-21
Edward G. Riggs will be there October 1.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-09-22
Edward G. Riggs requests that he receive the letter for the Amen Corner dinner by April 1.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-27
Edward G. Riggs persuades President Roosevelt to attend the Brethren of the Amen Corner’s dinner for Senator Platt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-13
Edward G. Riggs requests a letter that can be read at the dinner since President Roosevelt will be unable to attend.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-17
Edward G. Riggs will be more considerate and will write tonight requesting a “fine letter of regrets.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-17
Edward G. Riggs has received President Roosevelt’s letter regarding Charles William Anderson and the ministership to Haiti. The Amen Corner Association will be sending an invitation for a non-political dinner in honor of Senator Platt even though Roosevelt has already responded that he cannot attend.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-20
Edward G. Riggs will be discrete in writing on an unnamed matter for The Sun.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-08
Edward G. Riggs spoke with Mr. Dana regarding President Roosevelt’s discussion with Secretary of State Hay and the new treaty. He would like to discuss the treaty with Roosevelt. Riggs will continue to be frank and candid with Roosevelt on New York matters.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-19