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President Roosevelt believes it would be “folly” to call Congress together in September. Speaker Cannon is “entirely against any financial legislation.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-13
President Roosevelt will not commit to a position on the financial question until he speaks with Congressional leaders.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-04-22
President Roosevelt agrees with Hugh Henry Hanna on the importance of the minority report and has been using the report in an effort to influence Representative Cannon.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-01-29
President Roosevelt has communicated with Representative Cannon and finds it agreeable to have the Grand Cross conferred. Roosevelt thanks the ambassador for initiating a painting of Edith Roosevelt by Theobald Chartran.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-11
Congressmen Cannon and Hopkins recommend Mr. Hogan for appointment as Internal Revenue Collector for the Southern District of Illinois. President Roosevelt would like William Calhoun’s opinion of Hogan.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-02-19
Dr. Louis Edelman tells Theodore Roosevelt his opinion of the Republican Presidential candidates and where they stand with the American people based on his travels through many states, including his home state of Alabama. Edelman tells Roosevelt he is the only possible candidate who can win the South and that he has a duty to the Republican party and the American people to run for president. If Roosevelt will run, Edelman will not give up the fight for delegates in Alabama, but he asks Roosevelt to let him know so he might come to New York to meet in person.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-16
Peder O. Evensen believes President William H. Taft and Secretary of State Philander C. Knox need to “press the peace plan to European nations”; otherwise, they “shall forget their promises.” He is certain that war between European nations will occur. Evensen comments on the “standpatters” and their dishonorable reliance on the nation having money rather than armaments.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-30
Charles M. Woodbury sends Theodore Roosevelt a framed photograph and biographical sketch of his grandfather, Samuel Woodbury, a pioneer printer. He expresses pride in his family’s history, mentions a past speech he sent, and shares his appreciation for Roosevelt’s book African Game Trails and his family’s love of books and publishing.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-07
D. C. Resnick claims that his previous advice has been ignored to President Taft’s detriment. Resnick is disappointed with Taft for his treatment of Theodore Roosevelt, the removal of Roosevelt men in the public service, and support for high tariffs. Resnick believes that if Taft fails to agree to the wool tariff schedule, he can never be elected to a second term.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-31
Charles H. Betts would like Theodore Roosevelt to write a short piece for a special edition of The Lyons Republican that will be published to celebrate the paper’s 90th anniversary. He requests a piece about “American ideals,” but stresses that Roosevelt can write about whatever he chooses. In a postscript, he asks permission to print what Roosevelt told him in a letter regarding his views “relative to the ‘Court’s Decision.'”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-13
William Kent sends Theodore Roosevelt some “desultory remarks” that both amused and offended certain members of the United States Congress. Kent urges Roosevelt that they should begin to organize Robert M. La Follette’s run for presidency.
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1911-05-11
John Callan O’Laughlin reports he returned home and left business negotiations in Victor L. Mason’s control. This attempt to secure foreign finance taught him the “tremendous power of the Morgans.” He is excited about the results of Theodore Roosevelt’s trip and discusses what states each presidential candidate expects delegates from. O’Laughlin notes that President William H. Taft does not know how to handle the worsening situation in Mexico. Congress will approve the reciprocity bill in the coming week.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-18
Charles M. Woodbury sends Theodore Roosevelt a specially printed book containing Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, a facsimile letter, and a history of his store. Woodbury hopes that Roosevelt will enjoy them, as he knows of Roosevelt’s admiration for Lincoln, and he mentions his own admiration of Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-03-29
Senator Dixon describes his alma mater, Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina. The college president, L. L. Hobbs, and J. Elwood Cox are planning to invite Theodore Roosevelt to Guilford’s commencement in May.
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1911-02-26
Grant DeWitt Shaft tells Theodore Roosevelt that many people he knows personally in North Dakota, as well as in New York, voted in favor of President William H. Taft’s policy only because Roosevelt supported it. They personally wanted to vote against the government, and Shaft believed that the Republicans would have lost in a landslide if Roosevelt had not stepped in.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-03
While attending a moving picture, Julian A. Keeler observed a more “hearty” round of applause for Theodore Roosevelt’s portrait when displayed during a presentation of prominent Americans, as compared to the others. He also heard comments favoring Roosevelt. However, Keeler knows not everyone in attendance supports Roosevelt. Yet, he advises Roosevelt not to be discouraged by temporary defeats.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-28
George Bignell comments on the country’s lack of moral conscience and Theodore Roosevelt’s square deal. He encourages Roosevelt to continue his good work. Additionally, he encloses a letter on raising funds for the Layman’s Missionary Movement.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-24
William Dudley Foulke discusses the political situation in Indiana before Theodore Roosevelt’s trip to the state. He commends Roosevelt’s speech at Osawatomie, Kansas.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1910-09-13
Senator Beveridge writes to Gifford Pinchot to chronicle the sense of general distrust and disappointment in President Taft. Beveridge reports that early misgivings were roused by Taft’s treatment of Theodore Roosevelt’s friends, the make up of his cabinet, and the men chosen to be his advisors. The tariff bill is almost universally hated throughout the country and Taft has gone out of his way to defend it. Beveridge fears that dislike of Taft is turning to hatred in some parts, and that others think the President is “stupid” or “punk.”
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1910-03-24
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1909-11-10
Taft, William H. (William Howard), 1857-1930; Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919