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Theodore Roosevelt informs Franklin A. Shotwell that his nomination as the Republican Party presidential candidate would be a “misfortune” for himself as well as “undesirable from the standpoint of the Party and the people.” Roosevelt wishes that his supporters would prevent any movement that would seek his nomination.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-19
Theodore Roosevelt appeals to Franklin A. Shotwell’s desire not to embarrass him and states that what Shotwell suggests would embarrass him. Roosevelt implores Shotwell and his other friends “shall do all in their power to prevent any such embarrassment.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-12
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Franklin A. Shotwell for the invitation to speak. However, he receives many similar requests and cannot accept them as they drain his time.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-13