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Since President Roosevelt does not like his pictures to be used for advertising purposes, Clayton C. Pickett informs him that some saloons are using his likeness to advertise a beverage.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-07-27
George A. Kessler & Company, American agents of Moët & Chandon, are advertising that Moët & Chandon champagne was used to christen the Meteor, Emperor William II’s yacht. This goes against the German Emperor’s instructions to use Schaumwein Rheingold champagne. The author believes that a “trick” was used to make the switch. In a handwritten note, it is suggested that a bribe given to one of President Roosevelt’s associates allowed the champagne switch.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902