Bryan, William Jennings, 1860-1925

Buffalo Evening Times, Vol. XXXVI, No. 3, Last Edition, September 17, 1901, p. 1-8 (complete):

Page 1: – “EXTRA! President Roosevelt Not a Candidate” – Speculation on changes in Theodore Roosevelt’s Cabinet and that Roosevelt would not run in 1904 – “Assassin’s Trial Will Be Early” – Quick trial date set – “Insane!” – Man travels to Buffalo intent on killing Czolgosz – “Assassin Receives Numerous Letters” – “Buffalo Receives Thanks of the Nation” – Roosevelt thanks representatives of Buffalo while on the funeral train to Washington, D.C. – “Supervisors on Death of President” – Town of Aurora supervisors statement – “Last Sad Rites in the Capitol” – Detailed article about the funeral services for McKinley in Washington, D.C. (cont. on page 5) – “Awful Crush” – Crowds to see McKinley’s body – “Bryan’s Eloquent Tribute to Dead” – William Jennings Bryan’s statement – “New York Day Has Been Postponed” – New York Day at Pan Am postponed from September 18 to September 19

Page 2: – Half page advertisement for “Welsh Day and Eisteddfod” at the Pan Am (September 20)

Page 4: – Editorials about McKinley’s death and the Pan-American Exposition and the plan to hold a tribute to McKinley in the Stadium – “The Extra Column” by Victor Roville – Flowery language about McKinley death and also John Milburn – “Mostly About People” – Short pieces about McKinley, a remembrance of the scene outside the Milburn house, and description of James Parker

The Sun, Vol. LXIX., No. 19, September 19, 1901, p. 1-10 (complete):

Page 1: – “Mrs. M’Kinley Exhausted” – Upon return to Canton, Ohio – “Message to Mrs. M’Kinley” – From Union League Club of Brooklyn – “Wall Street Idle To-day” – Close for funeral – “Home Sorrow” – Return of McKinley’s body to Canton, viewing in Canton and plans for the funeral (cont. on page 2)

Page 2: – “The Trip From Washington” – List of those on the train and short anecdotes about the places they passed on the way from Washington, D.C., to Canton – “No Changes in the Cabinet” – News that all the Cabinet officers would stay and the preparations for Roosevelt to begin working in the White House – “Work Stops in His Memory” – List about things that are closed or will cease at the time of McKinley’s funeral – Series of short articles about memorial services in various locations

Page 3: – “Criticises the Doctors” – Articles from the New York Medical Journal and Medical Review about McKinley’s treatment – “Mrs. Roosevelt Comes Home” – Edith Roosevelt returns to Oyster Bay after attending the funeral in Washington – “Will Appear for Czolgosz” – Lawyers appointed to defend Czolgosz – Short articles about the anti-anarchist reaction around the country – “Hearst’s ‘Journal’ Cast Out” – Backlash against the New York Journal – “Messages of Condolence” – Text of messages from all over the world

New York Herald, September 7, 1901, pages 3-14:

Page 3: Banner headline: Anarchists Shoots the President — Six of Clan/Arrested in Chicago — Doctors Are Hopeful – Black ink drawing the interior of the Temple of Music and portrait of William McKinley – “Leon Czolgosz, Pole, Fired the Shots While He was Shaking Hands with His Victim” – Details of the shooting – “Leading Interests Will Support the Market” – Statement by James Stillman, president of the National City Bank (cont. on pages 4-5)

Page 4: Banner headline: Vice President Roosevelt Hurrying on to Buffalo – Drawings captioned: Bird’s Eye View of the Pan-American Exposition Grounds; The Service Building – The President was Taken to the Hospital in This Building – “Description of the President’s Wounds” – Statement by George B. Cortelyou

Page 5: Banner headline: Mrs. M’Kinley Brave When Told Her Husband was Hurt – Drawings captioned: McKinley’s Birth Place; The Old Sparrow House, Poland, O., Where McKinley Enlisted in 1862; Mrs. Nancy A. McKinley, Mother of the President; McKinley, As a New Recruit – “Mrs. M’Kinley Bravely Receives Terrible News” – How Mrs. McKinley was told – “Mr. Roosevelt Hurries to President’s Bedside” – How TR found out about the shooting and got to the train headed to Buffalo – “William Jennings Bryan Says, Wipe Anarchy from the Earth” – Statement by Bryan – “Police Cannot Trace Either Assassin’s Past or Friends” – Attempts to locate where Czolgosz came from – “All Nations May Join In Stamping Out Anarchism” – Reaction of foreign diplomats in Washington and proposed actions

Page 1: Banner Headline: President M’Kinley is Dead –/His Soul Freed at 2.15 O’clock – Full page article with all the details of McKinley’s last day and his death – includes subcategories entitled: Sad Day Begins, Hopeful Results, The Collapse, Friends Summoned, Salt and Oxygen, News from the House, Hanna’s Fast Ride, Lieut. McKinley Calls, Specialists Summoned, His Former Pastor, Abner McKinley Shaken, Summoning Roosevelt, Yates and Harrison, After a Consultation, Still Conscious, Secretary Root Arrives, Col. Brown’s News, False Alarm (cont. on page 2)

Page 2: – “Official Bulletins” – Text of bulletins put out by George B. Cortelyou – “Prematurely Stated” – Instances when news of McKinley’s death was spread before McKinley had actually died – “Crowds Were Quiet” – Reactions of people that had gathered on Main Street in Buffalo – “Grief in Washington” – Short article on the question of succession and supposes that the entire Cabinet will resign – “New York Clearinghouse” – Reaction of leaders of the stock exchange

Page 3: – “William M’Kinley” – Biography of McKinley – “When Bryan Heard the News” – William Jennings Bryan’s reaction

Page 4: – “Where is Czolgosz?” – Detailed account of the crowd control attempted by the Buffalo police around the jail where Czolgosz may or may not have been – “Saylin’s Silence” – reaction of Dr. Saylin – “Goldman’s Face Immobile” – reaction of Emma Goldman – “Investigating Goldman” – investigation in Cleveland, Ohio – “Mr. Penney’s Evidence” – short article about the investigation – “Anarchists Will be Held” – in Chicago, Illinois – “Talk of Lynching” – in Chicago – “Nowak Came Too Late” – Story about Walter Nowak who claimed that he knew Czolgosz and could have prevented McKinley’s assaassination – “First in the Line” – Text of letter written by Dr. Clinton Colegrove, the first man in the line to meet McKinley at the Temple of Music, suggestion that the Temple be left as a monument to McKinley

President Roosevelt suggests Douglas Robinson have Blair present his case through Senator Knox of Pennsylvania. He then says that William Jennings Byran may not have ruined his political life. He ends with asking that Robinson and his wife come out for a visit. A note on the back states that Blair was a schoolmate of Robinson at St. Paul’s School.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1906-09-13

Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit to discuss the 1912 presidential election results and beating William H. Taft. He also discusses career plans and how he does not want to work for money’s sake but to work for work’s sake, doing things that really interest him.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1912-11-11

Senator Knox’s views on Alton B. Parker and the Democratic Party platform are discussed and generally praised. Knox’s point that Parker’s advocacy of the gold standard is actually a testament to a Republican achievement and is an affront to many Democrats who support William Jennings Bryan is particularly commended.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-07-15

President Roosevelt writes his son Kermit on a number of topics including sending him money each month, planning their trip to Africa, his views on the upcoming election and the weather. He closes by saying the Cooleys are visiting and so is sister Alice.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1908-10-02

President Roosevelt writes his son Kermit to discuss barriers to electing Secretary of War William H. Taft to the presidency. He cites the defection in the black vote, big business, the labor’s unhappiness with the Republican Party, the unemployed, and the fact Taft is an Unitarian. Roosevelt also talks of Kermit’s start at college, their trip to Africa, and his first month back at the White House.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1908-10-20

This advertisement for a subscription package for both the New York World and the Citizen announces the impartiality of the World in covering the upcoming elections.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-08-27

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit about how Archie is faring at Harvard. Archie is independent minded and cannot wait to finish college and go to work. Roosevelt also describes the guests who have been visiting and trips into New York City. Roosevelt feels that President Wilson and Secretary of State Bryan have horribly handled the war in Europe and the situation in Mexico.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-03-29

Theodore Roosevelt tells his son Kermit and daughter-in-law Belle that he was declared not guilty in the libel suit brought against him by William Barnes. He says he will not involve himself in politics anymore. Edith and Archie bought him a horse but it was too hard to handle and he fell and broke two ribs. Roosevelt tells Kermit to add dates to his letters and says he is enclosing some letters he wants Kermit to read. Roosevelt adds that if he were president, the country would be at war with Germany. President Wilson is handling the situation terribly.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-05-27

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit about his upcoming trip to Louisiana. He says he will write a book with chapters on his travels to the Andes, Patagonia, Brazil, and Arizona. Roosevelt says his latest book Through the Brazilian Wilderness is getting recognition but he is unhappy that Scribner’s changed the title. He is sending Kermit South of Panama by Edward Alsworth Ross and looks forward to hearing Kermit’s thoughts on it. Roosevelt also gives his opinions on the War in Europe and President Wilson.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-05-31

Theodore Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit and daughter-in-law Belle about how happy he is to have the Sagamore Hill home and the visits there by the family. He is happy he won the libel suit, though William Barnes Jr. may appeal. Roosevelt writes how disgusted he is with President Wilson’s handling of international affairs even though Secretary of State Bryan resigned. Roosevelt ultimately wants peace but thinks America should be at war with Germany and is ready to raise a division of mounted riflemen and enter the war. He also describes his ten day trip to Louisiana and says his ribs are mending nicely after falling off a horse.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-06-16

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.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1914-11-11

Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit on his animosity towards Englishmen who will not fight in the war but will go watch football games. He says he has been writing about the war and strongly disapproves of President Wilson’s administration of foreign affairs. Roosevelt gives updates on Archie at Harvard, Quentin at Groton, and Ethel and her husband returning from a trip. Roosevelt hopes Belle is doing better in the heat and is enjoying his duty to be lazy and enjoy himself.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1914-12-02

Manuscript of a speech by John Temple Graves that declares his desire for President Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan to support each other. In a handwritten note at the top, the sender asks William Loeb to share the article with President Roosevelt and to hold it in confidence.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-04-20

Theodore Roosevelt has received Kermit Roosevelt’s letter about visiting Sao Paolo, Brazil, and everyone was interested in reading about Kermit and Belle Roosevelt setting up their new home. The book about the Roosevelt-Rondon Scientific Expedition has been sent to all members of the expedition through the Brazilian ambassador. Roosevelt describes the “delightful Xmas” at Sagamore Hill with all of his children, except Kermit, and three grandchildren. He reflects on the war and views Germany as “clearly ahead” and Austria growing stronger. Roosevelt admires German efficiency, which is greater than the efficiency of the Allies, and the Allies are infinitely more efficient than the United States. President Wilson and Secretary Bryan are the “worst creatures” to lead the nation in foreign affairs. Roosevelt believes the United States should have countered the “unscrupulous” behavior of Germany and intervened on behalf of Belgium. He has signed a three year contract with Metropolitan Magazine to publish his social and political views.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1914-12-28

President Roosevelt writes his son Kermit about his visit to see Archie at Harvard and the clubs and places they visited. The Progressive Party has essentially disappeared and Roosevelt truly believes President Wilson and Secretary of State Bryan are the worst men to ever manage foreign affairs. Roosevelt adds that he received letters from the King of the Belgians, Albert I, and the King of Norway, Haakon VII, and that Ethel is out of the hospital.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-01-16

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.

Collection

Harvard College Library

Creation Date

1915-01-27