Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Paul A. Ewert
Theodore Roosevelt was willing to support the Republican National Convention, excluding President Taft’s nomination, if the rolls were thoroughly purged. He would not support Taft because his representatives were trying to steal the nomination. Senator Dixon will support these statements. He also denies accusations that he is a heavy drinker. Roosevelt does not have high hopes for the presidential campaign and views it as a “forlorn hope.” He warns Paul A. Ewert against joining the fight as it would be too damaging to Ewert’s present position.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1912-07-05