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Theodore Roosevelt writes to David Gray to discuss the Progressive supporters in Buffalo, New York. Gray should get in touch with Chauncey Hamlin, ex-Assemblyman Weynart, Frank S. Converse, and Colonel Baldwin.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-07-01
Theodore Roosevelt thanks David Gray for his letter. He informs Gray that he has written a synopsis of the stolen cases, which he will send to the The Outlook and print in pamphlets for nationwide distribution.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-06-27
Theodore Roosevelt sends David Gray a letter from George Otto Trevelyan, which he requests be returned. He wants Gray to spend the night at Oyster Bay so they can discuss matters.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-16
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs David Gray that Roosevelt has written a long letter about his “English experiences.” Roosevelt’s secretary does not want the letter to get lost, so Gray of the Harvard Club for the proper address to send the letter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-10
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-05
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
2025-08-21
Theodore Roosevelt agrees with David Gray’s views on President Wilson and Secretary of State Bryan. He suggests that Gray read his book America and the World War. Roosevelt also agrees with Gray’s thoughts on collectivism. He would like to limit “inequality of reward” and “equal reward for unequal service.” Roosevelt believes it would be ideal for Progressives to join with progressive Republicans.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1915-02-18
President Roosevelt is glad to hear that David Gray’s eyes are improving and looks forward to the results of his renewed work. Roosevelt believes Gray would have enjoyed going on Roosevelt’s recent 98-mile ride, and agrees that action against “the yellow press” is important.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-01-20
President Roosevelt discusses his and Kermit Roosevelt’s preferences for the poetry of Edwin Arlington Robinson, Robert Browning, and Homer with David Gray. Roosevelt mentions how Kermit brought Robinson to his attention and how he appointed Robinson to a civil service post at the New York Custom House.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-20
President Roosevelt thanks David Gray for the letter, as well as the letter Gray wrote to Kermit Roosevelt and the interest he takes in him. Roosevelt is glad that Gray approves of his action in not seeking another term in the presidency. He believes people would have thought worse of him if he had gone back on his promise not to run.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-16
President Roosevelt thanks David Gray for the letter and is glad that Gray liked his message. Roosevelt says he expressed his true convictions, but that it enraged a number of the very wealthy. Roosevelt borrowed some wording from one of Gray’s letters. He looks forward to receiving a book, as soon as it gets through the custom house.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-02-16
President Roosevelt thanks David Gray for his kind words about Kermit Roosevelt’s sportsmanship. He is glad Gray wrote about Algernon Edward Sartoris, as the situation has been troublesome. Roosevelt wanted to appoint him, but the situation was complicated and he has turned it over to Secretary of State Elihu Root. Gray’s agreement on the economic situation pleases Roosevelt, but he knows many are angry over the depression. He stands equally against union labor tyranny and capitalist tyranny, and hopes the newspapermen and reactionaries will not succeed in stoking a sentiment against him. Gray’s fox hunting is of great interest. Roosevelt now has two good hunting horses, replacing Old Bleistein, who has been retired to a buggy. He hopes Gray will visit, though he does not promise excitement.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-12-22
President Roosevelt agrees with David Gray that the danger in the Islands is going too fast, not too slow. However, Roosevelt believes that replacing military rule with a civilian administration as quickly as possible was the correct course of action. Roosevelt describes the attacks on the army as “infamous” and felt deep indignation at the conduct of General Miles.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-08
Theodore Roosevelt informs David Gray that he is enclosing two letters with his note to Gray. Roosevelt encloses a letter from George Otto Trevelyan to Roosevelt along with a copy of a letter from Roosevelt to Trevelyan. Roosevelt also says he would like Gray to visit him.
Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal
1911-11-16
Theodore Roosevelt states he has been very open with his view on certain issues, whereas Charles Evans Hughes has not.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1916-06-03
Theodore Roosevelt describes his experience as the American special ambassador to the funeral of King Edward VII of Great Britain. He enjoyed his time in England and was able to see many friends and prominent individuals.
1911-10-05
Theodore Roosevelt discusses the conditions under which he began his presidential campaign. Roosevelt states that the only reason he agreed to be nominated was to ensure that someone would publicly stand for the things he now represents. He also briefly discusses horse breeding as it relates to the cavalry.
1912-03-07