Artists--Societies and clubs

Robert Underwood Johnson does not believe that President Roosevelt is prohibited from participating in the Academy of Arts and Letters because of his office. Roosevelt was selected for membership based on his merits but does not have to participate. Johnson thinks that an Academy would be greatly beneficial for the country if established.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-23

Creator(s)

Johnson, Robert Underwood, 1853-1937

Five new members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences have been chosen. A conference of the twenty new members will be held to elect the ten remaining group members and to complete the organization of the academy.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-04-24

Creator(s)

Johnson, Robert Underwood, 1853-1937