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Grover Cleveland is determined not to be a presidential candidate and doubts that the Democrats can nominate a “decent” candidate to challenge President Roosevelt. William Randolph Hearst’s campaign is not expecting presidential success but is ultimately seeking a more prominent role for Hearst in the Democratic party.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-02-29
The official paper of the “Southern negro congress” will not insist on an African American on the ticket but expects an African American cabinet member.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-26
Due to the “unfortunate occurrence” in the Senate, most likely referring to the assault on Senator McLaurin, it was suggested that Senator Benjamin R. Tillman withdraw his acceptance to the dinner with Prince Heinrich of Prussia. Tillman refused this suggestion and the invitation was withdrawn by President Roosevelt. An invitation has been sent to Senator Thomas S. Martin.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-02-24
The Republican leadership of Portland, Oregon, and Multnomah County argue for supporting President Roosevelt and Senator Mitchell at the Republican primary.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-20
Senator Hanna called at the office of J. Pierpont Morgan.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-21
News bulletin with brief financial market news and an article suggesting that opposition is growing against President Roosevelt’s nomination as the Republican presidential candidate.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-20
The writer suggests that President Roosevelt could be replaced by Senator Hanna as the Republican presidential candidate because Hanna is more acceptable in New York.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-20
Draft of a news release regarding a meeting between President Roosevelt and labor leaders to discuss the case of William A. Miller.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-29
News release with the participants and schedule for the August 17 naval review.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-15
After his dismissal from the bindery of the Government Printing Office, William A. Miller filed a complaint with the United States Civil Service Commission. The commission determined that the reason for Miller’s removal violated civil service regulations and requested that he be reassigned to duty. President Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce and Labor George B. Cortelyou are also investigating the matter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-21
The managers of the anthracite coal fields claim the strike led by the United Mine Workers of America is violent in nature and refuse to enter into arbitration with the union. The managers are willing to follow the decisions of a Presidential commission should one be appointed but insist that the miners return to work during the commission’s investigation. The owners argue that they have small profits and that the non-union miners have the right to work in spite of opposition by the union. The owners claim they want to start back before winter and they recommend the type of men on the commission. Two copies.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-11-01
The miners’ convention will be held in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, on Monday morning.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-10-16
John Mitchell, president of the United Mine Workers of America, will recommend the acceptance of the proposed Anthracite Coal Strike settlement.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-10-16
George B. Cortelyou announces the seven commissioners appointed to the Anthracite Coal Strike Commission and details their qualifications. A draft and the final copy are included. The message was sent directly to Senators Henry Cabot Lodge and Winthrop Murray Crane in addition to being distributed to the national press.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-10-16
The managers of the anthracite coal fields claim the strike led by the United Mine Workers of America is violent in nature and they refuse to enter into arbitration with the union. The managers are willing to follow the decisions of a presidential commission should one be appointed but insist that the miners return to work during the commission’s investigation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-10-13
A series of news bulletins describing events, correspondence, and negotiations regarding the Anthracite Coal Strike in Pennsylvania.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-10-09
After careful consideration, President Roosevelt believes that Governor Dole deserves the administration’s support and should continue as governor of Hawaii Territory.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-14
Jane Addams responds positively to the expression of support from Millicent Garrett Fawcett and the National Union of Women’s Suffrage Societies for the Progressive Party and the party’s stance on equal suffrage.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-08-26
Press release announcing efforts by Colonel Wright and Chester L. Brooks to resolve disputes as to where General Sully traveled in 1864 when fighting Native Americans in the Badlands.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1953-07-20