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At a recent meeting, the executive committee of the Minnesota Progressive Republican League adopted resolutions reaffirming their endorsement of Senator Robert M. La Follette for president and expressing their admiration for Theodore Roosevelt’s work during and after his presidency.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-01
The author tells of crowds that are eager for Theodore Roosevelt wherever he goes. The people want Roosevelt and demand that his name be placed on the ballot. The political situation continues to boil over as the National Convention approaches.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-26
Two articles from The Coconino Sun report on events near Flagstaff, Arizona. The first details a strong turnout in honor of Theodore Roosevelt as he traveled through the area on his way to the Grand Canyon. He met several former Rough Riders during his brief stop. The second discusses a suggested road from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon, promoted by the local Automobile Club.
1911
Newspaper article announcing the designation of Roosevelt Point on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.
1996-07-01
William MacLeod Raine recounts the life of William Owen “Bucky” O’Neill, a “poet, adventurer, scholar, editor, lawyer, judge, sheriff, politician, and soldier.” Raines describes instances of his kindness and bravery, mentioning stories of O’Neill standing up against outlaws and bandits and helping his neighbors when he could. Raine states O’Neill was the first to volunteer to join the Spanish-American War and was a “politician of the better sort”.
1951-05-04
A reprint of a newspaper article detailing initial studies of the land surrounding Grand Canyon and a nearby petrified forest to determine if the land is suitable to be made into a national park. The study, directed by the Department of the Interior, would protect these Arizona lands from the future “relic hunter.”
1898-10-29
Lowell Parker addresses common misconceptions of the Spanish-American War and clarifies the involvement of William Owen “Bucky” O’Neill and other army volunteers in the conflict, including African American troops and the Rough Riders.
1978-01-23
Lowell Parker describes the inexperience of the Rough Riders in military maneuvers during basic training in San Antonio, Texas and the confusion and unpreparedness of the troops as they traveled to Tampa, Florida and Cuba. Parker further details the efforts of the Rough Riders in battles at Las Guasimas, Kettle Hill, and San Juan Hill, and the death of Bucky O’Neill.
1978-01-24
The author of this article argues that the United States Supreme Court is working with the American Tobacco Company to dissolve the illegal company but, in allowing a new company to be created, are forming a monopoly that will drive out independent retailers from the tobacco industry. To avoid the scandal and lawsuits that will come if the Supreme Court continues on their path, the author suggests the Supreme Court request a full inventory of the assets of all the companies forming the new trust and verify all stocks and bonds under the companies, especially the American Cigar Company, are covered. The second suggestion made is to make coupons illegal because the issuance of coupons runs independent retailers out of business.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-21
Representative William E. Humphrey reiterates that Theodore Roosevelt is not a candidate for presidential nomination. Roosevelt hopes his friends will “prevent any movement toward that end.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-23
Senator Robert M. La Follette will be leaving Washington soon to campaign aggressively in Ohio, William H. Taft’s home state. Public opinion has changed, indicating La Follette is not in the running for the nomination, instead Theodore Roosevelt and Taft will be the ones to fight to lead the Republican Party.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-14
After having lunch with Theodore Roosevelt, Frank Knox gives an official statement that Roosevelt is not and will not run for the nomination to become a candidate for president. Many Republicans hope Taft will turn down the nomination so Roosevelt might step up and save Republicans by becoming the Republican presidential candidate.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-14
Article debating who will be selected by the Republican and Democratic Parties to run for president in the 1912 presidential election. The author believes that Senator Robert M. La Follette is no longer a potential candidate and Theodore Roosevelt is an obvious threat to President William H. Taft, but will “play the game like a gentleman.” The author believes Governor Woodrow Wilson is a potential Democratic Party candidate and sees no other Democratic possibilities at this time.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-13
Newspaper headline declaring that Theodore Roosevelt has more public support than President William H. Taft as a Republican candidate for the presidency. Senator Robert M. La Follette does not pose a danger to his candidacy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12
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1911-12-11
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Published quote from Theodore Roosevelt praising William J. Burns’ service.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-02
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1911-12-09
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1911-12-08
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1911-12-07
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1911-12-07
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