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William H. Moody suggests several legislators that he believes should be invited to a dinner designed to be effective at increasing the Navy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-12-12
This article reports on the failure of the “Iowa Idea,” which had previously called for a modification of the interstate commerce act to fight against monopolies and discrimination. The platform as it stands now has been moderated and diluted to such an extent that it cannot be taken seriously. Although Governor Albert Baird Cummins has put forth this compromise platform, he still seems to hold a personal belief in the older Iowa Idea. There is still contention about the compromise among other people, as well. The article also details several other aspects of the Iowa Republican state convention.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-02
The Iowa Republican state convention is having problems maintaining party unity. Governor Cummins is trying to maintain control over the convention, and has spoken against William P. Hepburn remaining as permanent chairman of the convention. Cummins is trying to show that he has not abandoned the “Iowa idea,” and will likely write the platform, or at least the part related to tariffs. The governor’s opponents have dug up an old letter from Cummins in which he supports free silver, rather than the gold standard.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-30
The article reports that the Iowa Republican convention was largely harmonious, with a contentious “shelter to monopoly” plank removed from the platform. Although Governor Albert Baird Cummins did not get all of his supporters onto the resolutions committee, the convention was mostly free from conflict.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-02
George B. Cortelyou asks if Senator Dolliver has any objections to President Roosevelt appointing Leslie M. Shaw as Secretary of the Treasury.
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1901-12-23
William H. H. Llewellyn believes that various Rough Riders are traveling to Washington, D.C., not for offices but out of a habit of following President Roosevelt. He calls Roosevelt’s attention to the enclosed note from Senator Allison regarding the confirmation of Pat F. Garrett. Llewellyn will attempt to ensure that the Garrett administration is successful and reflects positively on Roosevelt’s appointment.
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1901-12-20
Llewellyn, William H. H. (William Henry Harrison), 1851-1927
It has been suggested that Senators William B. Allison and Nelson W. Aldrich attend tomorrow’s meeting. Secretary of War Root would like President Roosevelt to read Crosby Stuart Noyes’s article.
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1901-12-10
Senators Allison and John Spooner are now “favorably disposed.” Archbishop Ireland would like to meet with President Roosevelt.
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1901-12-14
Senator Aldrich has reviewed the letter and speech made by Senator Allison regarding treaties. It is an open question on how pending treaties should be treated but Aldrich does not agree with Allison. Aldrich is confident that President Roosevelt has the power to negotiate new treaties, with ratification by Congress, according to the Act of 1897.
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1901-11-15
Transcription of Senator William B. Allison’s speech at the Iowa Republican convention. Allison covers a variety of topics, including the upcoming state election, William McKinley’s assassination, economic conditions, and several foreign affairs issues.
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1901-10-15
William Hooper has remembered the name of the individual they spoke of at dinner, Mr. Redfern. Hooper notes that Senator William B. Allison and Hooper’s father-in-law, C. E. Perkins, are good friends. If Roosevelt needs to understand the sentiment south of the Platte River, Perkins could be of help. Hooper apologizes for any mistakes in etiquette when he called on Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt.
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1901-11-07
James R. Sheffield believes Lemuel Ely Quigg has no reason to be angry with Governor Roosevelt. Gherardi Davis ought to be thankful for what others have done for him. Sheffield also commends President Roosevelt’s speech in Ohio, which he believes will influence the national Republican platform in the coming campaign.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-09-25
Senator Lodge writes Commissioner Roosevelt about a lunch he recently had with Presidential Nominee William McKinley. The pair talked about McKinley’s plan for his time in office, including policy on Hawaii and McKinley’s desire not to go to war over Cuba. They also spoke extensively about McKinley’s plans for his cabinet. Lodge assures Roosevelt that his chances of an appointment in the naval department are good, though McKinley sought assurance that Roosevelt did not have “preconceived plans which he would wish to drive through the moment he got in.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1896-12-02