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John S. Wise describes the creation of the current Republican Party organization in Virginia and its leadership. He argues that the current Republican machine of Virginia is corrupt and wants their recognition and patronage to be withdrawn.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-15
The State Department has no evidence that the Italian government objects to Consul Cuneo and his consulship has been officially recognized by Italy. Cuneo is a native of Italy but speaks Italian “imperfectly” which is an issue as he deals primarily with Italians.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-16
W. W. Kimball reviews his theories on the organization, training, and outfitting of torpedo-boats.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-14
The letter from Maribel Williams appears insincere as her form of address was likely chosen in an attempt to increase the likelihood of her letter reaching President Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-04
Hermann Speck von Sternburg reviews the uses, training, and equipment of mounted infantry.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-05
John Barrett provides information on Senator Mitchell who will be meeting with President Roosevelt on September 30. Mitchell is a powerful senator and wants his son, Captain H. E. Mitchell, appointed as captain of quartermasters or paymasters in the regular army. Barrett recommends Captain Mitchell be given the appointment as his father’s cooperation will be useful to the Roosevelt administration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-28
Edward Van Dyke Robinson, economist, argues against the neutralization or fortification of the proposed Nicaraguan canal. Robinson proposes that the only way to secure the canal is to establish control of the canal region, exercise control for the benefit of all nations, and maintain nearby military and naval bases. Robinson concludes by reviewing potential locations for bases to defend the canal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-20
Memorandum noting the eye color, eye size, hair color, and complexion of an unidentified person.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-04
W. W. Kimball recommends a plan for constructing a canal in Panama that will require the least amount of resources to protect and defend it from other countries. Kimball believes a canal in Nicaragua could be better because America would be able to have better control over it. He thinks it will be easier, diplomatically speaking, to build a canal there as well. The Clayton-Bulwer treaty has already made it easier to build a canal there than in Panama. He will always be available to give President Roosevelt opinions on the matter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1900-02-19
Assistant Adjutant General Schwan orders Lieutenant Colonel Roosevelt of the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry to go to San Antonio, Texas, and report to Colonel Leonard Wood, the commander of the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry. Schwan does so on the orders of Secretary of War R. A. Alger and Major General Nelson Appleton Miles.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1898-05-11
Ray H. Mattison requests information on several names that were carved into rocks near Medora, North Dakota. Mattison believes that the names might have been carved by members of General Custer’s 1876 expedition.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-12-01
Superintendent Luce confirms that William C. Williams and Frank Neely were members of the 7th Cavalry’s 1876 expedition. Under the command of General Terry, they would have been near Medora, North Dakota, on May 29-30, 1876. The name Dudley was not found on the muster rolls but he could have been a teamster or part of a different unit.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-12-24
Historian Ray H. Mattison summarizes research he has done at the State Historical Society of North Dakota, regarding Theodore Roosevelt’s cattle ranches, in order to collect materials to be used at Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-03-21
Ray H. Mattison writes Allyn F. Hanks detailing his research progress regarding Theodore Roosevelt and early ranching in North and South Dakota. Mattison mentions his sources, the Bad Lands Cow Boy, Black Hills Weekly Journal, and the Bismarck Tribune.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1950-01-25
Ray H. Mattison provides a daily account of his research travels from the East Coast to the Badlands to Allyn F. Hanks.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1950-04-19
Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park Superintendent Hanks writes to Regional Director Baker regarding correspondence with Carleton Putnam. Putnam is writing a biography of Theodore Roosevelt.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1952-07-26
Chester L. Brooks is interested in the diary of William R. Simmers’s father for a Theodore Roosevelt research project. This document was attached to a memorandum from regional historian Olaf T. Hagen.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1954-02-12
Olaf T. Hagen writes to Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park Superintendent Hanks regarding research plans for Elkhorn Ranch site and Maltese Cross cabin. Hagen suggests Ray H. Mattison travel to Bismarck, North Dakota, for further research.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-08-04
Howard W. Baker writes to Allyn F. Hanks regarding a book manuscript by Zdena Trinka, its accuracy, and the possibility of Ray H. Mattison writing a foreword for it.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1950-05-05
Allyn F. Hanks informs Howard W. Baker of Olaf T. Hagen’s request for a copy of Little Missouri Stockgrowers Association meeting minutes.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-06-24