Woodard, J. H. (James H.)

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

In his recent reading, J. H. Woodard found a book describing who the first charter for a steamboat navigation company was awarded to, which included Nicholas J. Roosevelt. Woodard suspects that this is President Roosevelt’s grandfather, and offers to send him the book if it is of interest to Roosevelt. He recently spent time at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis, Missouri, and asked a number of people about their opinion of Roosevelt, and reports that almost universally the response was positive.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1904-10-31

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard reports that the political situation in Indiana is favorable to Republicans in the upcoming election.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1904-09-09

Letter from J. H. Woodard to John R. McLean

J. H. Woodard quotes George S. Payne, a traveling salesman for the Advertising Novelty Company of Cincinnati and former Democratic Committee member. Payne believes that Roosevelt will win the presidential election in Indiana because he has the support of the farmers. Although people believe in “the integrity, courage and ability” of Judge Parker, “no one believes that he can rise higher than the average of his partisans,” who “represent every shade of commercial, financial and tariff views.” Payne notes that the Republicans gained influence in Indiana when the rural delivery service was instituted.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1904-08-17

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard encloses an editorial written by the Cincinnati Enquirer‘s publisher John R. McLean concerning President Roosevelt’s policy in Panama.

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1903-12-25

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard expresses displeasure over Senator George Frisbie Hoar’s remarks denouncing the Roosevelt administration’s Panama policy.

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1903-12-18

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Scott C. Bone

J. H. Woodard discusses politics in Ohio, asserting that President Roosevelt is the only Republican who can be elected president in 1904.

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1903-12-14

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard encloses letters from Scott C. Bone, managing editor of the Washington Post, and his reply. He commits to working to secure Roosevelt’s nomination and re-election in 1904. Woodard asks to have correspondence burned after Roosevelt has read it.

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1903-12-14

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard congratulates President Roosevelt on the treaty with Panama and expects the canal to benefit the United States and the world.

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1903-11-22

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard believes that President Roosevelt was tricked by Samuel Gompers and John Mitchell into stating that he favored union employees. Woodard views favoring union members as violating the idea that all citizens are equal before the law, both privately and in employment. Woodard implores Roosevelt to meet the issue “bravely and upon the broad grounds of justice.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1903-10-04

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard writes to President Roosevelt about national financial concerns, including fluctuation in the stock market, tariff reform, and gold currency.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1903-08-24

Telegram from J. H. Woodard to William Cary Sanger

J. H. Woodard tells William Cary Sanger that T. C. Campbell is en route and will breakfast at Raleigh tomorrow.

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1903-03-11

Letter from J. H. Woodard to William Cary Sanger

J. H. Woodard is concerned that the Post Office Department scandal regarding the provision of permits and immunity for “lotteries and get-rich-quick swindlers” will become public soon. He argues that President Roosevelt should intervene by removing post office officials immediately and investigate later.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-03-07

Letter from J. H. Woodard to William Cary Sanger

J. H. Woodard has spoken to T. C. Campbell who has information on a post office scandal. Woodard suggests that President Roosevelt speak with Campbell.

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1903-03-07

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard submits a statement for President Roosevelt that he believes might end the Schley-Sampson controversy over credit for the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, the major naval engagement of the Caribbean theater during the Spanish-American War. He argues that all who participated should get credit for the victory.

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Creation Date

1902

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard encloses a letter with information regarding the Anthracite Coal Strike.

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Creation Date

1902-06-27

Letter from J. H. Woodard to John R. McLean

J. H. Woodard sends a brief summary of his investigation into the workings and workmen of the anthracite coal mines.

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1902-06-27

Letter from J. H. Woodard to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Woodard tells President Roosevelt that Senator Charles W. Fairbanks is favored in Indiana for the Presidential nomination in 1904 but Roosevelt is the second choice. Woodard believes Roosevelt can secure the nomination with careful handling of the Isthmian Canal and Philippine situation. Another important factor will be the careful distribution of patronage and appointments in the South and in Republican states.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-01-23

Letter from J. H. Woodard to William Cary Sanger

J. H. Woodard met with President Roosevelt and comments positively on his character. Woodard is writing an article about Roosevelt and thanks William Cary Sanger for his kindness.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-11-02