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Kai Branner asks Theodore Roosevelt for help finding employment in the United States, mentioning his background as a clerk in Denmark and London, his knowledge of English and German, and his hope to secure a position in publishing or another business.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-12
President Roosevelt, responding to an appeal from Jacob Riis on behalf of Captain John Flood of the New York City police force, says he does not want to write F. V. Greene directly, but he encloses a letter for Riis to use at his discretion. Roosevelt relates that during his recent trip to San Francisco, he mentioned Riis in a speech, and several Danish immigrants approached him after to express their pride in Riis as an American.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-11
On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary thanks Lauritz Lauritzen for the letter. Roosevelt appreciates the campaign work done by citizens of Danish descent.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-11-07
President Roosevelt sends his best wishes for success to Americans of “Danish birth or origin,” and is proud to send the message through his good friend, Jacob A. Riis, who is “the ideal of what a good American should be.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-11-10
James Sullivan Clarkson will be meeting with President Roosevelt to discuss Mr. Tanner and Jacob A. Riis will be very pleased if a place can be found for Tanner. In a postscript, Riis states that Danish Americans are very proud of Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-12
Jacob A. Riis supports the reorganization of the Immigration Department and the removal of Terence Vincent Powderly. Riis heard from Arthur von Briesen that he was being considered for Governor of the Danish West Indies, a position for which he does not consider himself qualified. He recommends C. T. Christensen as Governor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-17