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Robert Sterling Yard was shown a note by Ellen Velvin from President Roosevelt in which he alluded to his correspondence with Yard. He assures Roosevelt that he diverted Velvin’s thoughts away from the note and has preserved his confidence in the matter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-04-10
Robert Sterling Yard, co-founder and editor-in-chief at Moffat, Yard and Company publishers, thanks President Roosevelt for his letter encouraging them to publish wildlife writer Ellen Velvin. Yard expresses surprise to hear of Velvin’s poverty, and tells Roosevelt he will both publish Velvin’s book and find her work with local newspapers where he has connections. Yard relates how he was considering Velvin’s work already, and that she has great ideas but suffers in presentation. Yard says he does not need the assistance Roosevelt offered in the matter, and that he will keep Roosevelt’s intervention confidential.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-11-17
Robert Sterling Yard asks Ellen Velvin to write a complete manuscript and submit it so that his publishing house can make an informed decision as to its viability.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-11-01