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President Roosevelt agrees with Joseph Bucklin Bishop regarding the actions of William Williams, but wishes that the issue could be resolved with a little more finesse.
1903-01-29
President Roosevelt informs Joseph Bucklin Bishop that Secretary of War Elihu Root read his editorial out loud to the Cabinet and everyone enjoyed it. He also mentions that he is glad Nicholas Murray Butler can dine with them after a meeting.
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Bishop, Joseph Bucklin, 1847-1928
2011-11-10
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his editorial. He comments on recognizing African Americans who serve in their private lives, as opposed to those who serve in wartime.
1903-02-17
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his telegram. He writes that he is anxious about the outcome of the Pennsylvania Coal Strike, but hopes that recent actions have put them closer to a resolution. Roosevelt also gives his opinion on the appointment of the commission.
1902-10-14
President Roosevelt writes to Joseph Bucklin Bishop regarding his correspondence with F. V. Greene and Greene’s unexpected publication of his letter.
1903-02-21
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his editorials and mentions that he enjoyed their time together the other evening.
1903-02-28
President Roosevelt writes to Joseph Bucklin Bishop about negotiations between the miners and operators in the Pennsylvania coal strike. He describes his plan to get the miners back to work and to set up a commission of inquiry. Roosevelt told John Mitchell to stop the violence, or he would do so. He encloses for Bishop a letter from former President Grover Cleveland.
1902-10-05
President Roosevelt writes to Joseph Bucklin Bishop about a statute left over from Reconstruction. Roosevelt notes that it was repealed in 1878. He also discusses sending troops to intervene in the Pennsylvania Coal Strike.
1902-10-09
President Roosevelt writes to Joseph Bucklin Bishop about the Pennsylvania Coal Strike. He criticizes the mine operators as lawless, but is also wary of the disorder that can come about from a large number of idle workers. Roosevelt also comments on the press’s attacks on himself and on the role of government intervention.
1902-10-13
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his telegram and editorial. Roosevelt discusses the commission created to look into the Pennsylvania Coal Strike and mentions John Mitchell’s acceptance as a positive action.
1902-10-16
President Roosevelt informs Joseph Bucklin Bishop that he received his letter. He discusses his discomfort with the praise he has been receiving and maintains that he simply acted with common sense. Roosevelt also comments on the Sun’s criticism of him.
1902-10-18
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his letter. He writes that it will not be possible to see Bishop during his travels, but invites Bishop to visit him. Roosevelt comments on criticism of his instructions to the strike commission.
1902-10-27
President Roosevelt inform Joseph Bucklin Bishop that he enjoyed their time together and mentions editorials that he also enjoyed.
1902-05-22
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his letter and editorials. Roosevelt discusses his goals for the Republican Party and comments on candidacy in upcoming elections.
1902-06-03
Envelope sent from President Roosevelt to Joseph Bucklin Bishop containing personal correspondence.
1902-05-12
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for the editorials he has written. Roosevelt writes that Bishop makes exactly the points that he himself would like to have made, for example, on the issue of lynching.
1902-06-03
President Roosevelt informs Joseph Bucklin Bishop that he has settled a banking matter according to Bishop’s terms.
1902-06-04
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for the editorial. Roosevelt comments on the position of the “revolutionary Senators,” saying public opinion is not on their side. He mentions that the Nebraska State Convention has just declared support for his position.
1902-06-20
President Roosevelt invites Joseph Bucklin Bishop to lunch or dinner to discuss business. Roosevelt writes about his communications with Congress regarding the passing of a bill. He expresses his resolve to get the legislation passed, even if he has to call a special session of Congress.
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Bishop, Joseph Bucklin, 1847-1928
2011-11-10
President Roosevelt invites Joseph Bucklin Bishop to come visit him in Oyster Bay, New York.
1902-06-28