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Theodore Roosevelt encloses $50 and discusses Archie’s allowance and his visit to their school. Roosevelt tells his son about some social engagements and his horse.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-05
Theodore Roosevelt would like to send a $35 monthly allowance for his son Archie. It should be charged against his Fifth Avenue Bank account.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-06
Kermit Roosevelt tells President Roosevelt he is meeting “lots of fellows” by trying out for the football team at Harvard. Kermit explains the trouble he had scheduling his courses, thanks his father for the allowance he sent, and asks for a pair of rubber soled shoes and another with hobnails on them. He asks what happened to the cotton-soled shoes and if the “modified duffel bags” have arrived for their upcoming trip to Africa.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-06