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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1913-07-07
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Lee of Fareham, Viscount (Arthur Hamilton Lee), 1868-1947
English
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1913-06-30
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Lee of Fareham, Viscount (Arthur Hamilton Lee), 1868-1947
English
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1913-06-23
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Lee of Fareham, Viscount (Arthur Hamilton Lee), 1868-1947
English
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1913-03-20
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Lee of Fareham, Viscount (Arthur Hamilton Lee), 1868-1947
English
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1913-01-09
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Lee of Fareham, Viscount (Arthur Hamilton Lee), 1868-1947
English
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-12-31
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Lee of Fareham, Viscount (Arthur Hamilton Lee), 1868-1947
English
President Roosevelt is looking forward to visiting Arthur Hamilton Lee while in England. If Roosevelt visits in the fall he would be pleased to visit Lee’s hunting lodge, and he details his experiences in deer stalking and fox hunting. Roosevelt agrees with Lee on international athletics and finds that such competition often ends in an unhealthy bitterness. Roosevelt will read The Quarterly, in particular the article on Germany, and he has things to say to Lee in person rather than on paper.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-09-17
President Roosevelt thanks Arthur Hamilton Lee for the painting, saying he is overwhelmed by Lee’s kindness and generosity, and the way in which he has read Roosevelt’s thoughts about the painting. Roosevelt mentions that Admiral William S. Cowles, Anna Roosevelt Cowles, and Vice-President Charles W. Fairbanks recently attended the tricentennial celebrations in Québec, emphasizing the “hearty friendship” between the United States and England. Roosevelt thinks the British fleet should be kept up to the highest standards for the “peace of the world,” though he would like to limit the size of ships. Roosevelt’s African safari is coming up, and he hopes he can travel as a private person, but will pay his respects to various important personages along the way if need be.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-08-07
President Roosevelt thanks Arthur Hamilton Lee for sending Robert Louis Stevenson’s essays. He thinks Lee’s visit accomplished a good deal, and that Viscount James Bryce will do well. The British government has the same issue with Newfoundland that the United States has with California, in that the central government must work with smaller governments to manage foreign policy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-01-05
President Roosevelt tells Arthur Hamilton Lee that he is disappointed that he has not visited Washington DC, but offers his thanks for “what you have done.” Roosevelt says he will consult with Lee again in the future, and voices a desire for Sir Cecil Spring Rice to visit as well.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-12-11
President Roosevelt received Arthur Hamilton Lee’s telegram. He will not return to Oyster Bay, New York, but looks forward to seeing Lee and his wife in Washington, D.C.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-14
General Barry notifies British Colonel Lee that he has sent the annual report, and he will send the Army Register as soon as it is available. In regard to the issuance of the Spanish Campaign Badge to foreign military attachés, the general staff have not yet been able to work out whether it will be possible, but Barry will notify Lee as soon as they decide.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-02-08
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Arthur Hamilton Lee to discuss finding a place for his son, Kermit Roosevelt, with the British troops during their Mesopotamian campaign.
1917-06-20
Theodore Roosevelt inquires about Ruth Moore Lee’s health, and tells about Kermit Roosevelt’s railroad work in South America. Roosevelt also explains his move from the Republican Party to the Progressive Party during the 1912 Presidential campaign and details issues in the party platform. Although Roosevelt expects that Wilson will win, he is happy because of his strong belief in the Progressive movement, his hope that it is the beginning of a new movement that will lead American democracy away from materialism, and his admiration for his colleagues such as Hiram Johnson.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-08-14
Theodore Roosevelt writes that he will incorporate pieces from Arthur Lee’s bill on the white slave business into his Chicago speech. Roosevelt sends his love to Mrs. Lee.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-07-27
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Arthur Hamilton Lee explaining his stance on friendly relations between the United States, Canada, and England. Roosevelt emphasizes the differences between his opinion and that of President Taft on the subject. Roosevelt gives Lee permission to share the letter with private individuals.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-05-14
Theodore Roosevelt describes Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt’s accident to Arthur Hamilton Lee. Edith Roosevelt has had a very narrow escape after being thrown from her horse, remaining unconscious for 24 hours, and partially dislocating three upper cervical vertebrae. She is still in a lot of pain and Theodore Roosevelt is not sure when she will be able to get out of bed, but Ethel Roosevelt Derby has been a help.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-05
Theodore Roosevelt agrees with Arthur Hamilton Lee’s previous letter. Roosevelt guesses that Lee was pleased with how the reciprocity matter has been settled. Roosevelt compares the American and Canadian public opinion on reciprocity and discusses President William Howard Taft’s mishandling of foreign affairs. Roosevelt is interested in Lee’s opinion on the arbitration treaty. Roosevelt hopes that Lee will travel to the United States soon and wishes he was well enough to visit Lee at Scotch Lodges.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-25
Theodore Roosevelt asks Arthur Hamilton Lee about the political situation in the House of Lords. Roosevelt also discusses relationships between the United States, Canada, and Great Britain, including the railway system and a peace and arbitration treaty. Roosevelt also expresses displeasure with politics and the press in the United States. Roosevelt thanks Lee for allowing him to stay at his two homes, especially at Chequers, and provides Lee with an update on his family.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-22
In a reply to Arthur Hamilton Lee, Theodore Roosevelt describes the activities and achievements of the Roosevelt family, including the impending birth of his grandchild to Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and Eleanor Butler Roosevelt. Roosevelt expresses relief at the end of his public speaking career and is more preoccupied by his interest in natural history than in politics, including his upcoming article, “Revealing and Concealing Coloration in Birds and Mammals.” Roosevelt then goes on to discuss politics, including his approval of the current British king, expresses frustration with the American people, and discusses President Taft.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-06-27