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Theodore Roosevelt expresses his relief that Irwin R. Kirkwood’s wife is recovering. He also mentions Archibald Roosevelt’s war injuries and writes that the family is anxious, but proud of him.
1918-03-15
President Roosevelt thanks Joseph Bucklin Bishop for his letter and updates him on the status of his leg and health. Roosevelt also comments on editorials written by Bishop and on coverage in national newspapers.
1902-09-25
Theodore Roosevelt is glad to hear that Edwin A. Van Valkenberg is recovering and expresses his concern for him. Roosevelt invites Van Valkenberg to lunch with him and mentions that he has seen Gifford Pinchot.
1914-08-01
Theodore Roosevelt updates his sister on Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt’s recovery and mentions that Quentin Roosevelt has burned himself and is also recovering. Roosevelt writes that Edith will not be able to visit and asks if she would like to keep their appointments with him instead.
1912-01-07
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt writes that the political situation is uncertain; while President William McKinley would like to avoid war, if possible, there is a fair chance it will happen. Roosevelt also asks Douglas Robinson to inform Corinne Roosevelt Robinson that Edith Roosevelt’s health is very slowly improving.
1898-03-06
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt agrees that it is best Corinne Roosevelt Robinson not come to visit, as he would not have time to see her. Roosevelt also writes that Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt is recovering from her operation and is now out of danger. Roosevelt mentions that he has been working a lot due to “serious matters ahead.”
1898-03-11
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt informs his sister that Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt is recovering from her surgery, but that it will be a while before she regains her strength. Roosevelt writes that he looks forward their visit in April and hopes that the “Cuban matter” will be settled by then so he will be able to see Corinne Roosevelt Robinson.
1898-03-13
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt expresses to his sister how much her recent letter meant to him and Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt. He writes about Edith’s health, the seriousness of her illness, and the slowness of her recovery. Roosevelt also mentions that he has been working very hard and that his son Ted’s headaches have returned.
1898-03-16
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt writes that Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt’s health is improving, but she is still weak, and expresses relief that his son, Theodore Roosevelt, will be receiving proper medical care to find out what is ailing him. Roosevelt writes that he is very busy with work and that he has “very strong convictions” about the current crisis that are not popular with his superiors.
1898-03-28
Lieutenant Colonel Roosevelt writes to his sister that he is eager to go on his first expedition, but remains in Washington, D.C., while the regiment is in San Antonio. Roosevelt mentions enlisting another man, even though his regiment is over-enlisted, and comments that his Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt’s health is improving.
1898-05-08
On behalf of Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt, the secretary thanks Theodore Lindorff for the letter and offer to play music for Theodore Roosevelt during his convalescence. However, Lindorff’s offer cannot be accepted as this would create a situation where similar requests would be received from hundreds of musicians.
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1912-11-01
President Roosevelt is relieved to hear the good news about Alexander Lambert’s father-in-law, Knight D. Cheney. He agrees that the enclosed article was excellent, and Archibald B. Roosevelt has been doing well.
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1907-03-20
President Roosevelt invites Owen Wister to convalesce at the White House if he would like, and hopes he gets better soon.
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1904-05-10
President Roosevelt appreciates Reverend Battershall’s interest in Ted Roosevelt during his illness. Ted is now well and growing stronger every day.
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1902-04-02
President Roosevelt was pleased to see Woodbury Kane, but Ted Roosevelt is still recovering from his illness and will be unable to travel.
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1902-03-06
Mary Channing Wister thanks President Roosevelt for the letter on behalf of her convalescent husband, Owen Wister, who will write personally when his health permits. He was disappointed to miss the chance to visit Roosevelt, and Mrs. Wister sends a paper and explanatory note that she had intended her husband to deliver. Her children are still delighted by their visit to the White House.
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1909-02-01
Susan Dexter Dalton Cooley, the wife of Assistant Attorney General Alford Warriner Cooley, tells President Roosevelt how his recent letter eased Cooley’s mind during his convalescence. Cooley finds comfort in Roosevelt’s friendship as she faces her husband’s recovery, which is progressing well. Regarding the check, Cooley does not want to feel obligated to hurry his recovery to earn the proffered money and, therefore, returned it to Roosevelt. Cooley believes her husband might be able to do a little work again in four months, but wishes for him to stay a little longer to ensure that he is able to return to health. She is looking forward to spending the winter in the warmer climate, and hopes to get a little home by a lake for a time once her husband is able to leave the sanatorium.
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1908-09-08
Alexander Lambert asks President Roosevelt if Lambert can help with the “annual little boy picnic.” Lambert will be unable to travel west because his father-in-law, Knight D. Cheney, is not doing well. Lambert and his family will take a small vacation to the woods, and he hopes to travel with Roosevelt down the Mississippi River, if Roosevelt still plans to go. Lambert notes that John Avery McIlhenny is visiting with his fiancee, Anita Stauffer, who is about to sail for Europe.
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1907-07-10
Territorial Governor Carter writes to inform President Roosevelt that he has recovered from typhoid and will soon return to Honolulu. Territorial Secretary Alatau L. C. Atkinson may resign for personal reasons, but Carter assures Roosevelt that he has matters in Hawaii under control. Carter praises Roosevelt’s efforts for the Rate Bill but is concerned that, while people support the bill, they believe Roosevelt can win without help. Carter fears that this complacency could encourage the opposition.
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1906-05-17
Theodore Roosevelt enjoyed Grace Stackpole Roosevelt’s letter and misses his grandson Archibald Roosevelt. All the letters from Europe indicate that his son Archibald Roosevelt will soon be returning home but no official information has been received. Archie’s last letter expressed affection for Richard Derby and Roosevelt is pleased that he can show this to Ethel Roosevelt Derby. Ted and Kermit Roosevelt both wrote that Archie has been in considerable pain.
1918-08-18