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Bela Tokaji tells Theodore Roosevelt he was astonished by the number of friends and admirers Roosevelt has in Washington, especially among newspaper men. Everyone mentions Roosevelt for the presidency. Tokaji talked with several senators but is truly a Roosevelt man and cannot be convinced otherwise.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-15
Bela Tokaji informs Theodore Roosevelt that the people have no confidence in William H. Taft and Robert M. La Follette will be unable to secure enough delegates to be nominated for president. Tokaji does believe Roosevelt would have enough delegates to become the presidential nominee and will win. Tokaji is a “Magyar” by birth and he is determined to agitate for Roosevelt’s nomination, no matter what Roosevelt says.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-25
Bela Tokaji writes to the editor of the Brooklyn Daily Times to refute claims that immigrants will be the downfall of America made by Alfred Paul Karl Eduard Schultz. Tokaji states the peaceful and industrious men and women who come to America have demonstrated their loyalty. The children of immigrants will continue to take care build America for centuries to come.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-10
Bela Tokaji writes to the editor of the Brooklyn Daily Times to refute claims made by Alfred Paul Karl Eduard Schultz that immigrants will be the downfall of America. Tokaji states the peaceful and industrious men and women who come to America have demonstrated their loyalty. Mary Emelia Clark Barnes is quoted from her speech at the international congress for the welfare of children saying immigrant children are the future of the nation. Since four in five children born in New York City are born to immigrant parents, Tokaji agrees with Barnes and cites immigrant’s enormous contribution to the industrial growth in America as proof.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-09
Bela Tokaji, President of the National Progressive Republican League, informs Theodore Roosevelt he is “determined more than ever to continue our propaganda,” especially as Roosevelt’s friends want him to be president again. He asks what to say to them.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-11
Bela Tokaji, President of the National Progressive Republican League, received Theodore Roosevelt’s letter and will not quote him. However, he “will continue to loyally stand by” Roosevelt alongside the powerful and influential men who share his belief in Roosevelt. Bela asks if he has Roosevelt’s permission to bring his greetings to these men at their upcoming meeting.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-08
Bela Tokaji informs Theodore Roosevelt that he and his friends are ready to spend money and time to campaign for Roosevelt in the state of New York. Tokaji does not believe any other Republican can be elected and although he knows Roosevelt does not want to be a candidate, Tokaji asks Roosevelt to allow him to campaign.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-25
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1911-11-18
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
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Bela Tokaji, a “loyal friend, admirer, and follower,” sends Theodore Roosevelt his article. Knowing that Roosevelt is a “friend of the immigrants,” Tokaji feels Roosevelt will agree with him after reading it. As an immigrant himself, Tokaji declares his and his children’s patriotism. He suggests Roosevelt write an article.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-11
On behalf of the officers and members of the National Progressive Republican League and National Roosevelt League, Bela Tokaji congratulates Theodore Roosevelt on his birthday.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-27
Bela Tokaji informs Theodore Roosevelt that he has been elected as an honorary vice-president at the State Conference of the National Progressive Republican League of the State of New York. Tokaji hopes Roosevelt will accept this honor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-18
Bela Tokaji, State President of the Progressive Republican League, enthusiastically tells Theodore Roosevelt about the many clubs they have organized across New York, all of which are populated by “true Rooseveltians.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-06-08
Bela Tokaji commends Theodore Roosevelt on his recent Memorial Day address at Ulysses S. Grant’s tomb, which he considers to be one of Roosevelt’s finest, sure to silence his detractors. Tokaji affirms the National Progressive Republican League of the State of New York’s commitment to Roosevelt, remarking that all its members are likewise members of the National Roosevelt League.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-31
Bela Tokaji informs Theodore Roosevelt that the members of the National Roosevelt League have organized and incorporated the National Progressive Republican League of New York. He assures Roosevelt of their loyalty and, as such, will fight and work hard for “popular government.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-26
Bela Tokaji wants to correct the impression that Professor Theodore Henckels requested financial assistance from Theodore Roosevelt to publish his book. Instead, Henckels merely wants to dedicate the book to Roosevelt. Tokaji encloses two newspaper clippings.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-05
Bela Tokaji sends Theodore Roosevelt a clipping about the National Roosevelt League’s campaign plans for 1912. He asks if Roosevelt read the manuscript he left with his secretary. Professor Theodore Henckels will dedicate it to Roosevelt as soon as he approves it.
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1910-12-19
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1910-04-19
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-18
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
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This article written by Bela Tokaji speaks about Theodore Roosevelt’s address at General Grant National Memorial on Decoration Day. The article discusses Roosevelt’s activities during the Spanish-American War and his political engagements. Tokaji also criticizes those who blamed Roosevelt for the Republican Party’s losses from the 1910 elections.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-06-08
In an article titled “The Southern European Immigrant,” Bela Tokaji writes to the editor about the misrepresentation of Southern European immigrants. Tokaji states immigrants are beneficial to the country and have turned thousands of acres of abandoned farmland into “fertile and productive gardens.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-16