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This flyer from the Brooklyn Division of the American Red Cross follows the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and includes an appeal from President Roosevelt. He implores all Americans to channel their charitable urges towards the Red Cross because they are more capable of helping victims of the earthquake than other organizations. Governor Higgins of New York adds a similar appeal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-04-19
Florence Sheffield Boardman received William Loeb’s reply and wishes President Roosevelt would agree to be named as a Red Cross member, as it requires no work or other obligation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-06-02
F. S. Boardman states that President Roosevelt told her daughter that he would become a member of the American National Red Cross. She asks that the President indicate on the enclosed card whether he desires an annual or a life membership.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-05-31
Governor Roosevelt describes how he has learned to navigate the political challenges of his office while ensuring that work is done honestly and transparently.
1900-02-27
Colonel Roosevelt describes the thankfulness of all the men at receiving the supplies from the Red Cross and he is grateful to Anna Roosevelt Cowles for helping to get those supplies to them. The regiment is now in a permanent camp with ample food, clothing, and care for everyone. He is extraordinarily proud of his group and the way they all work together. Roosevelt is in good health and hopes he can see William Sheffield Cowles sometime soon.
1898-07-28
Colonel Roosevelt describes operational mismanagement and the appalling conditions under which he and his men are fighting and surviving. Food and medicine are scarce and he is purchasing food for both wounded and able-bodied soldiers with his own money. Of the 600 men with whom he arrived, over 300 are dead or in hospital from disease or wounds. He is very proud of his regiment and thrilled with their accomplishments.
1898-07-19
Theodore Roosevelt asks James Bronson Reynolds for help in finding men who are experts in labor, housing and social conditions who would be acceptable to the Russian revolutionists and could help the Red Cross assist the Russian people. He asks Reynolds to devote himself to the task for the next few days and will see him at any time regarding it.
1917-06-08
Richard Olney would like to meet with President Roosevelt to discuss what action should be taken regarding the American National Red Cross.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-01-20