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Theodore Roosevelt is “exceedingly indignant” at what Governor McGovern has told him about the Wisconsin elections. Senator Robert M. La Follette’s people have supported Paul O. A. Husting and John J. Blaine, rather than McGovern. Roosevelt is upset that Husting has been elected to the senate over McGovern.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-12-11
Theodore Roosevelt is concerned about what Governor McGovern has written and asks to send McGovern’s letter to Henry F. Cochems. Roosevelt notes that Cochems has always been a strong supporter of McGovern, and has always backed Roosevelt in his decision not to support “Bull Moose people” who oppose McGovern. Roosevelt did not expect members of the Progressive Party to support the Republican nominee for governor, and he is sorry about McGovern’s defeat. In response to McGovern’s claim that Roosevelt’s standing in Wisconsin has suffered, Roosevelt says he has not had any standing whatever in the state. As such, Roosevelt does not see how a “minus quantity can suffer immeasurably.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-11-24
Theodore Roosevelt has received a “furious” letter from Francis E. McGovern regarding Roosevelt’s support for John J. Blaine. McGovern claims Roosevelt’s standing in Wisconsin has been damaged and Roosevelt countered that he had no standing in Wisconsin to be damaged. Roosevelt hopes that Henry F. Cochems will attend the Progressive Party meeting in Chicago, Illinois. The party must be kept on an “even keel” and kept away from the lunatic fringe, such as Amos Pinchot whom Roosevelt no longer considers a party member. Roosevelt has been enjoying Franklin Aretas Haskell’s account of the Battle of Gettysburg and describes it as a classic.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-11-28
Theodore Roosevelt is pleased that Charles McCarthy liked what he said about John James Blaine. Roosevelt doubts McCarthy’s claim that he is popular, as he believes citizens of German descent will resent his attitude about Belgium. Roosevelt thinks if Americans really believe in world righteousness and the nation’s duty to do something for international decency, then the country is not to be excused if it fails to protect against Germany’s action toward Belgium. Roosevelt felt it was his duty to act, although he regrets having to do so. As to civil and internal affairs, Roosevelt says he will fight for the things for which the country stands just as long as he has breath.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-11-06
William Allen White believes that the Wisconsin situation is a good opportunity for progressives to show that they will stand for good government regardless of political friendships or enmity. White intends to support John James Blaine and would like Theodore Roosevelt to make a speech in support.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912