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This poem encourages the public to vote for President Roosevelt in the presidential election. The author states that Roosevelt “has proved himself a true defender” and notes that the country was not prosperous when the Democrats were in power.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks John T. Hallot for the campaign song which will be sent to campaign headquarters.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-10-31
On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, Frank Harper thanks Mrs. Yorick Nichols for the letter and song.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-10-22
On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary thanks Florence Heath Mitchell for the letter and songs. He suggests that Mitchell contact the Progressive National Committee regarding the distribution of the songs, as Roosevelt is “unable to endorse any particular song written for this campaign.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-10-03
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt cannot edit and officially approve the song sent to him by E. H. Purcell.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-07-12
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary sends Roosevelt’s thanks and acknowledgments to Alice C. Bartow for sending a copy of a campaign song.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-05-22
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary has forwarded the song James L. Ames sent Roosevelt to Oscar K. Davis at the National Roosevelt Headquarters for possible use in the Roosevelt campaign.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-05-16
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks Edward J. Finck for the campaign song sent to Roosevelt, which he has forwarded to Senator Dixon.
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1912-05-14
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks John Norris for the song he sent to Roosevelt. He suggests Norris send the song to Oscar K. Davis and the National Roosevelt Headquarters for possible publication.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-05-06
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary instructs John Norris to send his song to Senator Joseph M. Dixon.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-29
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary acknowledges L. Webster’s letter and directs him to campaign headquarters.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-25
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks John Norris for his letter and notes the proper channels through which to send campaign songs.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-25
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks George W. Cunningham for his letter and song, and notes that any campaign matters should be directed to Roosevelt’s campaign headquarters.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-25
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks Jean Browne for sending Roosevelt a copy of his campaign song but states that Roosevelt is unable to see it published.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-04-13
Fred F. Main shares a story with Theodore Roosevelt about his neighbor who, when asked what he thought of Roosevelt, said that he expected to vote for him if Roosevelt got “the denomination.” Main believes this could possibly “be worked into a cute campaign song.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-02-27
William N. Stevens encloses a poem that he wishes to contribute to the campaign literature. He requests that a copy be sent to him in case it is set to music, so that he can “give it to the invalid mother who composed these few lines.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-20
Updates on proceedings at various Republican clubs in New York City. The article also includes a campaign song in support of President Roosevelt and vice-presidential candidate Charles W. Fairbanks.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-22
A song in support of Henry Gassaway Davis and Alton B. Parker in the 1904 presidential election and arranged by Rudolf Thaler.
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
1904
Sheet music for “For Honor, Flag, and Nation,” a campaign song for the congressional campaign of William Connell. The lyrics also mention President McKinley and Governor Roosevelt, the Republican presidential ticket. The cover features a photograph of Connell.
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
1900
Sheet music for “We Are For Bliss,” a campaign song supporting A. T. Bliss, the Republican candidate for governor of Michigan. The cover features an illustration of Bliss riding a Republican elephant and being cheered on by various supporters, such as old soldiers and farmers. The end page features an illustration of President McKinley and Governor Roosevelt with the statement, “Let Well Enough Alone.”
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
1900