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Theodore Roosevelt agrees with George LeRoy Brown’s opinion on arbitration. Roosevelt is glad that Alexander O. Brodie is doing well with his riding practice.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-26
Theodore Roosevelt is glad to hear from George L. Brown and is pleased that Colonel Alexander O. Brodie’s son, Alexander O. “Sandy” Brodie, is one of Brown’s cadets. He believes that Brown and his wife, Mary W. Brown, represent the ideal American citizen
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-07
Theodore Roosevelt is pleased to hear from George LeRoy Brown and expresses his delight that Colonel Brooke’s son is one of Brown’s cadets. He fondly recalls their past rides together and shares his admiration for both Colonel and Mrs. Brown, stating they represent the type of American citizen in whom the country can take pride.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-08
George LeRoy Brown sends Theodore Roosevelt the results of last year’s work. He enjoys reading, especially The Outlook. Colonel Alexander O. Brodie’s son, Alexander O. “Sandy” Brodie, is one of Brown’s cadets and often joins him on his daily rides. His wife, Mary W. Brown, also admires The Outlook and Lyman Abbott.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-28
Major Brodie congratulates President Roosevelt on his accomplishments in office, and wishes him luck on his trip and future endeavors. Brodie is getting older and fears that they will not meet in person again, and wants to share how much he admires Roosevelt. Brodie was proud to serve alongside Roosevelt as a Rough Rider, to serve as governor of Arizona Territory under Roosevelt’s administration, and to finish his career in an honorable army position. Brodie will be loyal to Roosevelt until “what is mortal of [him] shall be laid away in the churchyard.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-02-08