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President Roosevelt tells Admiral Merrell that of all the birthday wishes he has gotten, he appreciates the telegram from the enlisted navy forces at Newport the most.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-27
William Loeb writes to Admiral Merrell, president of the Naval War College, about upcoming plans for President Roosevelt to speak there. Loeb asks Merrell to send invitations for the speech and reception to connections of Roosevelt’s family. He also asks advice about the geography of Rhode Island and whether secret service agents should meet Roosevelt at the War College.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-15
President Roosevelt has received Admiral Merrell’s letter, and would be glad to come. Roosevelt says he could only give a brief address, because as a layman he can only speak about general principles. He would like to see both the War College and General Board to discuss the battleship plans, and asks when the General Board will be at the college.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-06