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President Roosevelt encloses speech-making notes from Henry Beach Needham for William H. Taft. Roosevelt suggests Taft attack William Jennings Bryan for his record, smile generously, and fully display his fighting spirit.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-09-11
President Roosevelt explains to Henry Beach Needham, in confidence, that while he has refused to expressly endorse the last Congress, he believes that election of a Democratic Congress would severely hinder William H. Taft’s future work. He has heard that Needham will write an attack on conditions at the Panama Canal, and insists they discuss it beforehand.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-09-11
United States District Judge Jones expresses his interest in who will be appointed judge. He relays his knowledge and opinion of eleven aspirants. He details Hundley’s efforts to legislate discrimination against African Americans through a proposed amendment to bar African American schools from receiving equal funding to white schools. He explains the Democratic Party’s and Republican Party’s mistrust of Hundley due to his change in political parties.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-03-10
Andrew J. Locke, postmaster at Eufaula, Alabama, has received considerable support for his reappointment and President Roosevelt is favorable.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-14
Although he is a Republican, Charles A. Bradley attended the Democratic National Convention, and tells President Roosevelt about his experience. While historically when the Republican party was mentioned at a gathering of the Democratic party, it would draw shouts, it seemed to Bradley that most of the assembly remained quiet when Roosevelt or the Republican party was mentioned. Bradley says that to have political opponents give this sort of respect is worth as much, if not more, than loud cheers from political allies. He plans to work hard to get William H. Taft elected in November.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-11
A list of congressional nominees for the 1906 election, organized by state, printed for the convenience of the press by the Republican Congressional Committee.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-11-06
Photograph shows 19 portraits of prominent orators (politicians and businessmen) superimposed over an audience comprised of men. Caption reads, “our prominent political orators in action. The efforts of these men will anchor the floating vote, make converts and win the election.”
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1908-08-29