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President Roosevelt agrees with F. N. Robinson that, although few students will study the Celtic languages, Celtic and Norse Literature should be part of their basic college education.
1907-01-29
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Fred N. Robinson for the pamphlet and remarks at the view it gives of the “earliest poetry.”
1912-11-29
Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna of social life in Washington and meeting Mrs. de Graffeureid of the Bureau of Labor.
1893-03-12
Theodore Roosevelt writes that he has not had time to do much big game hunting while dealing with the cattle business and breaking in 52 new ponies. He also tells his sister to get some rest.
1884-12-07
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his father, Theodore, Sr., of people and events while staying and studying in Germany.
1873-07-12
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his father, Theodore, Sr., of people and events while staying and studying in Germany. He mentions his cousin John.
1873
President Roosevelt writes his sister-in-law Emily Tyler Carow that he and his family have finally settled into the White House. Edith is kept busy with the children and Roosevelt is working with Congress.
1903-01-05
President Roosevelt writes to his sister-in-law Emily Tyler Carow of his family’s summer fun which includes horseback riding, picnics, romping in the barn and plays.
1903-08-16
Assemblyman Roosevelt thanks Mr. Scott for his friendship and support. He discusses upcoming nominations and elections and says he will not work for “the machine.” This is a copy of the original letter made by Anna Roosevelt Cowles.
1884-01-27
Governor Roosevelt sends condolences to Charles Sanders whose son, William H. Sanders, died. William served in Roosevelt’s regiment during the Spanish-American War and “did his duty in every way.”
1899-01-03
Theodore Roosevelt arranges to meet Charles Sanders.
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Colonel Roosevelt is sorry to hear of the death of Helen A. Sanders’ son, William H. Sanders, and regrets he will not be able to come to the funeral. William was in Roosevelt’s regiment during the Spanish-American War.
1898-09-11
Colonel Roosevelt informs Charles Wheatland that he cannot attend William Sanders’ funeral because his regiment will be mustered out the following week. Sanders was a soldier in Roosevelt’s regiment.
1898-09-03
Colonel Roosevelt regrets to answer yes to George Wheatland.
1898-08-17
Theodore Roosevelt thanks F. S. Stover for his offer of supplies and equipment and asks Stover to communicate with Lieutenant Colonel Young. Roosevelt says he would love to take Stover’s regiment with him if President Woodrow Wilson allows him to go.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1917-05-18
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about son Kermit’s upcoming visit to see his Aunt Corinne. He had word from Chamberlain that “dear old Bob” turned up safe. Roosevelt and wife Edith have also been doing a quite a bit of socializing.
1894-01-13
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about his recent trip to Philadelphia to give a speech. His son Ted accompanied him on the trip. Roosevelt and his wife Edith have also been doing quite a bit of entertaining lately. Roosevelt’s Uncle Jim Roosevelt will buy Roosevelt’s land. The tangle in the House of Representatives over the tariff and income tax is good for the Republicans.
1894-01-28
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about recent happenings in Washington. He is spending a great deal of his time meeting with various politicians at social engagements. Roosevelt speaks highly of Senator Davis and comments on Native Americans in New Mexico and Arizona. He continues to engage in a battle over Civil Service reform.
1894-05-27
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt updating her on the status of things with their alcoholic brother Elliott who is now in Virginia. Elliott continues to be difficult. Roosevelt recently dined with the “barbarian” Vice President Stevenson and Secretary of the Interior Smith. Representative Reed and Senator Lodge made good speeches about the tariff debate.
1894-02-04
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt discussing her present stay in London. Uncle Jim Roosevelt only wants to buy Roosevelt’s 10-acre lot. Roosevelt also discusses the current happenings in Washington, and the numerous people with which he and wife Edith have been spending their time.
1894-02-11