Colorado

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-06-08

Creator(s)

Fardwell, W. R.

Recipient

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Governor Orman invites Vice President Roosevelt to attend Colorado’s centennial celebration.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-06-07

President Roosevelt informs Anna Roosevelt Cowles that he had “Cuban fever” during his hunt but is relieved to hear William Sheffield Cowles’ own health has improved. Roosevelt has asked Edith to inquire when Whitelaw Reid and his family can spend time with them before they leave.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-05-06

This political cartoon shows President Roosevelt glaring at an upheaval in Colorado, which most likely represents a strike, while his feet are tied to a stake in the ground labeled “Nomination.”

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-08-05

Theodore Roosevelt informs Helen Mitchell Bent that her letter was received too late to make any alterations to his speech and informs her that the matter she brings up is alien to what he is talking about. He questions if the subject matter is appropriate for a speech at all, but is in agreement with her view. Roosevelt wishes Bent could tell him more about what has been accomplished in the states where there is women suffrage, such as Colorado. He wishes to learn more about their experiences and the kinds of legislation needed.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-19

President Roosevelt discusses the current state of the presidential election and predicts that the Republicans will win the electoral college. He notes their prospects in various states, and in particular notes that although they are “horribly handicapped” by the unpopularity of Governor Charles Evans Hughes, he believes they will win in New York. Roosevelt inquires if William Sturgis Bigelow has shown Senator Lodge the new five dollar gold piece, and reports that he plans to address the Sorbonne upon his return from Africa.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-07

President Roosevelt updates Secretary of War Taft on his conversation with Secretary of the Treasury George B. Cortelyou in which he made clear that the nominee for president will be chosen based on what is best for the party. Men from various states have contacted Roosevelt attempting to convince him to run again and expressing whether they would support Taft. Evaluating the potential candidates, Roosevelt focuses on Governor Charles Evans Hughes, who is the biggest potential threat. Roosevelt says that Bishop Charles Henry Brent recently delivered a ridiculous sermon on the Philippines and that Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte has been doing well this summer despite his difficult work.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-03

President Roosevelt enjoyed the editorial sent by Alfred Henry Lewis. When he returns to Washington, D.C. he will ask Bat Masterson to bring down Lewis’s brother, William Eugene Lewis. Roosevelt agrees that there is a dangerous possibility that any supposed public support for himself could always turn in favor of someone more radical.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-02

President Roosevelt agrees with Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte that District Attorney of Wyoming Timothy F. Burke cannot be reappointed due to his lack of enthusiasm regarding laws against the illegal enclosure of public lands, and informs Secretary of the Interior Hitchcock of the situation. Roosevelt has contacted the senators of Wyoming to let them know that Burke will not be reappointed. Roosevelt feels there has been a breakdown within the Department of the Interior in making a successful case against Senator Francis E. Warren, which Roosevelt feels is a more serious case than Burke’s. Edward B. Linnen’s report can be completely discredited and therefore no action can be taken. Roosevelt suggests that a new examination be undertaken by another group of men.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-01-26

President Roosevelt tells Judge Campbell that there are no charges being brough against him, and will clarify the matter when they meet in the spring. Roosevelt also notes that the recent fights in Idaho and Colorado were in the name of “civilization.”

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-12-17

President Roosevelt suggests Henry Clay MacDowell for judge in Virginia. Ted Roosevelt has broken his collarbone playing football. It is not a serious injury and Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt is relieved as she believes he will not be able to play for the remainder of the season. Mr. Morgan is in favor of the treaty and believes opposition to it will crumble. Edward Oliver Wolcott shall have the Colorado appointments but he must produce men that live up to Roosevelt’s standards.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-19

In confidence, President Roosevelt shares that he would be delighted if Philip Battell Stewart was elected to Congress from Colorado as it would strengthen his position.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-12

President Roosevelt would like Philip Battell Stewart and his wife to spend a night at the White House. Roosevelt fears the “Colorado appointments” will be contentious and would very much like to get Stewart’s opinion on the situation and the candidates.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-09-26

Anna Howard Shaw has heard about Theodore Roosevelt’s upcoming speech at Carnegie Hall on “The Conservation of Womanhood and Childhood” and hopes he discusses the women’s suffrage movement in light of the growing list of states where women have gained the right to vote.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-14

Louise M. Parsons was ill and unable to meet Theodore Roosevelt when he was in Reno, Nevada, but her mother gave him the message that Parsons wishes to ride horseback with him one day. Parsons thanks Roosevelt for his kind reply. She has ridden horses in many states and would love to ride from Wisconsin to New York to visit Roosevelt. Parsons also invites Roosevelt to visit her and enjoy Oconomowoc Lake.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-03

Thomas B. Stuart analyzes the “class struggle” aspects of the Big Bill Haywood case. Stuart discusses the case as it relates to legal ethics and the court system in Colorado.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-03

Judge Lindsey asks that President Roosevelt read the enclosed article written by former Denver District Court Judge Thomas B. Stuart on Big Bill Haywood’s trial. Lindsey describes the situation between himself and Governor Henry Augustus Buchtel and clarifies his statements regarding Senator Simon Guggenheim. Based on his knowledge of those involved, Lindsey feels that the Republican Party in Colorado is controlled by corporate interests and is largely against Roosevelt’s policies. In response, Lindsey asks if he can send Roosevelt a political pamphlet on the topic, and if they could meet in person in November to discuss matters.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-03

William H. Taft has asked the Kentucky lawyer William Marshall Bullitt to write to William Loeb regarding the situation with Internal Revenue Collector Edward T. Franks. Taft has visited Colorado and outlines the situation there for Loeb: Archibald McNichol Stevenson has attempted to manipulate both Chairman of the Republican City Organization John F. Vivian and Taft’s campaign manager Arthur I. Vorys, and he has advocated for the removal of Internal Revenue Collector Frank W. Howbert. Taft has had positive meetings with both Vivian and Governor Henry Augustus Buchtel. They will support whoever President Roosevelt supports.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-08-31

William A. Pinkerton reports to Governor Gooding that Agent 21 he met a man name William Easterly who wore a Western Federation of Miners button and who he thinks is “watching the movements of the men working for the W. F. of M.” Pinkerton was told that Easterly was the chairman of the strike committee during the “Colorado trouble” and is a man the Pinkertons fear. He is still waiting to hear reports from other agents in the field.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-04-05

George C. Stewart testifies to his experiences with corruption in the General Land Office.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-01-03