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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Josiah Strong

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Josiah Strong

President Roosevelt believes that the movement Josiah Strong has written to him about is “first-class,” but can not accept an honorary presidency. While Roosevelt will give what help he can once the organization is started, he does not wish to be seen as responsible for it. He suggests that Strong show the letter to former president Grover Cleveland, who may be able to assist.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-03-30

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from William Bailey Howland to William Howe Tolman

Letter from William Bailey Howland to William Howe Tolman

William Bailey Howland is irritated that William Howe Tolman attempted to capitalize on President Roosevelt’s affiliation with The Outlook by requesting the Legion of Honor for Howland. Howland recalls that Tolman requested the same award earlier for Carroll D. Wright, Richard Watson Gilder, Percy Stickney Grant, and Howland for their work with the American Institute of Social Service. Although Howland was ultimately not awarded a Legion of Honor, he believed that the matter was resolved years ago and is upset that Tolman pursued the same request again.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-20

Creator(s)

Howland, William Bailey, 1849-1917