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Thomas T. Wright expresses to Oscar W. Underwood that the U.S. needs more American ships in foreign trade and urges Congress to pass a ship subsidy bill to support the merchant marine and boost the southern economy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-11
Acting Secretary of State Bacon forwards to President Roosevelt a dispatch from the Legation at Buenos Aires. The message communicates Luis María Drago’s appreciation of Roosevelt’s reference to him in his message to Congress.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-02-14
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit and daughter-in-law Belle regarding the death of “Eldridge” and speaks of the plans Eldridge and Kermit had made to do business abroad. Roosevelt says he is in the middle of proof sheets for Booklover’s Holidays in the Open and his collected writings on public affairs will be published as Fear God and Take your own Part. He tells Belle he is sorry to hear about her eyes and wishes he could be there with them.
1915-12-10
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit about Archie’s choice of Harvard Clubs and how Quentin is faring at Harvard. He also speaks of trouble in the Buenos Aires bank and a new bank venture he heard about. Roosevelt lists the recent visitors he has had and criticizes President Wilson. He add that the English were offended by a statement in Roosevelt’s last article for the Metropolitan.
1915-11-21
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit and daughter-in-law Belle with updates on members of the family including Archie and his decisions regarding Harvard clubs. Roosevelt details his leisure time at Oyster Bay and says he will send a speech he made to the Knights of Columbus. Roosevelt says the public initially object to him and his opinions but then come around to his point of view. He criticizes President Wilson but says that Wilson has finally recognized that the country wants to be prepared for war.
1915-11-02
Theodore Roosevelt writes to world-champion British boxer Robert Fitzsimmons to say he cannot give letters to foreigners but will send a letter to his son Kermit asking him to assist Fitzsimmons when he and his son go to Buenos Aires to start a boxing academy. This letter was enclosed with a letter to Kermit.
1915-08-16
Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit about his friend Robert Fitzsimmons, a world-champion boxer. He says Fitzsimmons wants to open a boxing academy in Buenos Aires. Roosevelt hopes Kermit can introduce Fitzsimmons and his son to Argentines interested in sports and exercise. Roosevelt encloses a letter he wrote to Fitzsimmons.
1915-08-07
Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit to say that he will be heading to Syracuse for the trial for his libel suit brought against him by William Barnes. Edith had to go to the hospital for an operation. Roosevelt also addresses problems at the bank about which Kermit had written. He has consulted with Ted and they agree that the best Kermit can do is preserve relations with Allen and do the best work he can. Archie is visiting, staying with Ethel, and looks forward to the military encampment this summer.
1915-04-17
Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit about Edith’s surgery, and she will soon return home. Roosevelt also details his trial for the libel suit brought against him by William Barnes, Jr.
1915-05-02
Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit about Archie, how he is getting on at Harvard, and what he plans to do in the future. Roosevelt also mentions Ethel visiting with her baby Richard, and how Roosevelt has gotten the whole family involved in burning brush heaps. Roosevelt says he is glad Belle married Kermit and he hopes they can come live in America again.
1915-02-17
Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit, looking back over his political career, including the reasons he broke with the Republican Party and worked with the Progressive Party. Roosevelt is ready to fight the libel suit brought against him by William Barnes, owner and publisher of the Albany-Union newspaper. Roosevelt is upset that Scribner’s changed the title of his recent book Through the Brazilian Wilderness. Roosevelt went with Ted to give a speech at the City Bank.
1915-01-27
Theodore Roosevelt is relieved that Kermit Roosevelt and his wife Belle made it to Buenos Aires, Argentina, given how active the Germans have been on the ocean. Roosevelt does not understand Spain’s pro-German feelings and is sick of President Wilson’s neutrality regarding the War. Roosevelt doubts that Progressive Party will make another fight given their losses in the last election, but he understands the feelings of the electorate. Roosevelt closes by saying he has not been happier in a long time and is enjoying relaxing with Mother.
1914-11-11
Article written by Theodore Roosevelt for The Outlook discusses his experiences in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The article includes photographs taken by the Buenos Aires periodical De Caras y Caretas.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1914-03-28
A passenger list for the ship Gelria, listing Frank Harper as Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1914-02-06
Article discusses Theodore Roosevelt’s activities in Buenos Aires on November 10, 1913. Includes photographic images of Roosevelt at La Sociedad Sportiva, la Facultad de Medicina.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1913-11-11
Gorham Co. bronze department will ship General Philip H. Sheridan statue and pedestal in separate boxes. The cast from original sketch, lost wax process. Reflects “labor of love,” “master mind” of Borglum. Letterhead from “The Gorham Co.”
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1913-08-04
General Wood is pleased that Theodore Roosevelt will present Guzon Borglum’s General Sheridan Statue to Circulo Militar of Buenos Aires. Sent care of “Van Dyck” in two boxes. Encloses letter to president of club, Hammond letters, and Gorham letter. Letterhead from “War Department, Office of the Chief of Staff.”
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1913-10-01
Lieutenant John G. Hammond asks Theodore Roosevelt to present Gutzon Borglum’s General Philip H. Sheridan miniature statue to “Circulo Militar (Army Club) of the Argentine Republic at Buenos Aires on behalf of American officers and civilians who have visited “Argentina and received courtesies, ” and “an expression of American friendship.” Describes statue, lists names of subscribers, encloses Gorham letter and General Leonard Wood’s letter.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1913-09-07
Major General Leonard Wood sends miniature of General Philip H. Sheridan statue, by Gutzon Borglum, on behalf of American officers who have visited Argentina. Letterhead from “War Department, Office of the Chief of Staff.”
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1913-06-26
Theodore Roosevelt appreciates Mason Mitchell’s letter and sent it to his son Kermit in Buenos Aries. Roosevelt wishes he could have Mason transferred to the Canal Zone, but he has no power in the current administration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1915-05-29