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Vice President Roosevelt congratulates General Johnson on the monument commissioned in his honor and expresses his reverence for Civil War servicemen. Roosevelt also describes a particular meeting in Oklahoma where he marched alongside Civil War veterans and felt especially “stirred.”
1901-07-07
Governor Roosevelt thanks General Johnson for the Baltimore Sun article he forwarded and sends a photograph of the Roosevelt children in return.
1900-03-15
Governor Roosevelt addresses General Johnson’s inquiry regarding fraud and the canals of New York, and defends himself of criticism he has received by Democrats and for his association with Senator Thomas Collier Platt. Roosevelt feels that his previous two years of public service speak for themselves, but that he is unsure of his political future other than the only position he absolutely does not desire is the Vice Presidency. Lastly, Roosevelt comments on the Boer War and the British handling of the situation.
1900-02-26
Governor Roosevelt thanks General Johnson for the quail he sent to the Roosevelt family, describes the recent visit of German diplomat Baron Hermann Speck von Sturnberg, and says he wishes to chat about global current events with Johnson. Specifically, Roosevelt mentions an incident between Britain and South Africa.
1899-12-27
Governor Roosevelt thanks General Johnson for the possum Johnson gave the Roosevelt family and describes his sons’ reaction to the new pet. Roosevelt also mentions a recent Harvard football game he enjoyed.
1899-11-21
Governor Roosevelt thanks General Johnson on behalf of his family for the animals Johnson forwarded and their recent meeting in Maryland. Roosevelt also informs Johnson that he was able to obtain a commission for Johnson’s son.
1899-10-30
Governor Roosevelt informs General Johnson that he is currently at the Governor’s Executive Mansion in Albany, New York, and that unfortunately he has been unable to write to him sooner. Roosevelt also expresses his great pleasure in hosting Johnson as his guest last year.
1899-10-18
Governor Roosevelt compliments General Johnson on the circular he authored and assures him that he will make sure to forward it on. Roosevelt also regrets not being able to visit Johnson, and says that he is very much enjoying the book Life of General Nathan Bedford Forrest by John A. Wyeth.
1899-09-20
Governor Roosevelt notifies General Johnson that his copy of Rough Riders is on its way and of his hesitation to collect photographs of all the men in his Rough Riders regiment. Roosevelt also thanks Johnson for the lithograph and notes that Mrs. Roosevelt very much enjoyed it.
1899-07-31
Governor Roosevelt describes his busy work schedule to General Johnson and his desire to take a holiday. Roosevelt also inquires if Johnson has a copy of Roosevelt’s book, Rough Riders, and if not he wishes to send him one. Roosevelt also discusses Generals Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee and the memory of the Civil War.
1899-07-26
Colonel Roosevelt accepts General Johnson’s invitation to join him on a hunting trip and describes his passion for the hobby.
1898-03-14
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt expresses his appreciation of General Johnson’s support and shared views on jingoism. Roosevelt also discusses the potential role of United States military force in international relations.
1898-03-07
Colonel Roosevelt, from his camp in Santiago de Cuba, describes to General Johnson the outbreak of yellow fever plaguing his volunteer regiment. Roosevelt also describes how, despite the loss of life and difficult conditions, he and the men see the value of their volunteerism and expresses his hopes for moving on to Puerto Rico soon.
1898-07-19
From camp, Colonel Roosevelt tells General Johnson that if he is able to make arrangements, he would surely enjoy a visit with him, but that at this time he cannot guarantee their meeting.
1898-09-03
Colonel Roosevelt confirms to General Johnson that he wrote to President William McKinley on his behalf and sends Johnson his regards.
1898-09-23
Colonel Roosevelt advises General Johnson that he will rush to provide him the two photographs he requested.
1898-09-27
Governor Roosevelt informs General Johnson that he and Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt will most likely be unable to visit him as previously hoped, but that they will seize the opportunity to do so if it presents itself. The Roosevelts also encourage Johnson to visit them at the Executive Mansion in the upcoming winter if they do not see him prior.
1898-11-21
Governor Roosevelt confirms to General Johnson that he will be unable to travel but invites Johnson to visit him at the Governor’s Executive Mansion in Albany, New York. Roosevelt also elaborates on how much he values his and Johnson’s friendship and how much the visit would mean to him.
1898-12-06
Governor Roosevelt encourages General Johnson to visit the Roosevelts in Albany, New York, as soon as possible following his trip to Baltimore.
1898-12-15
Governor Roosevelt wishes to confirm the date of General Johnson’s visit and seeks to confirm that Johnson has not forgotten his invitation.
1899-01-14