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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to George B. Cortelyou

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to George B. Cortelyou

President Roosevelt sends Secretary of the Treasury Cortelyou a letter after consultation with several other cabinet members. If Cortelyou thinks the publication of the letter will help to restore confidence after the recent financial crisis, he may go ahead and publish it. If the letter needs changes, Roosevelt asks Cortelyou to call him tomorrow morning. In a handwritten note, Roosevelt tells Cortelyou that he trusts his judgement regarding publication of the letter.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-10-25

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to George B. Cortelyou

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to George B. Cortelyou

President Roosevelt congratulates Secretary of the Treasury Cortelyou on how he handled the current financial crisis. Roosevelt thinks Cortelyou’s conduct, as well as that of “conservative and substantial” business, has helped to head off the panic and has provided space to restore confidence. Roosevelt also condemns the speculation undermining the markets.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-10-25

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919