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President Roosevelt is frustrated at the newspapers for condemning the Republicans for their view on sound money. The Democrats’ candidate is boasting that he has supported the cause of free silver in the last two elections. Roosevelt believes that his campaign has no apology to make.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-11
Francis B. Loomis writes to President Roosevelt about the upcoming return of Secretary of State Root from his Pan-American visit. Loomis calls it an “important international event” that is receiving much press coverage. He hopes Root’s return is met with equal fanfare. Loomis envisions a homecoming event that is national and bipartisan, and suggests names for speakers and organizations to involve.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-20
William F. King appreciated President Roosevelt’s remarks about the Nautical Preparatory School, and gives him an update on the funding of the school and its present situations. King also tells Roosevelt about the success of his efforts to hang flags with Roosevelt on them in New York. He feels that the presidential campaign is going well, and informs Roosevelt of an upcoming rally.
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1904-10-19
George B. Cortelyou, Chairman of the National Republican Committee, asks William Loeb to find out whether Henry Gassaway Davis is still drawing a salary for being a member of a commission regarding a proposed railroad through Panama into South America.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-10-12
Following a trip to Indiana, Booker T. Washington reports on the state of the African American vote in that state. Washington’s main fear is efforts by Democrats to keep them away from the polls on election day. Washington also spoke with African American leaders from West Virginia, where things are in good shape.
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1904-09-08
John Mulholland congratulates President Roosevelt on his speech after his nomination was announced. He criticizes the Democrats’ presidential nominee Alton B. Parker for not recognizing labor. Mulholland suggests that the Republicans can attract Democrats’ votes by arguing that Parker and his vice president Henry G. Davis are opposed to labor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-09-02
Elihu Root would like President Roosevelt’s opinion on a draft containing what Root plans to say to Charles W. Fairbanks. Root particularly wants Roosevelt’s and George B. Cortelyou’s opinion on whether his statement concerning Democratic vice-presidential candidate Henry G. Davis is “brutal.” He feels it must be said and thinks this the best time to say it.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-26
Senator Lodge sends his thoughts on the Democratic National Convention in St. Louis to President Roosevelt including his opinions on the nomination of Judge Parker and some of the planks in the party platform.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-12
James Sullivan Clarkson discusses current political topics, including how Senators Stephen B. Elkins, Henry Gassaway Davis, and Arthur P. Gorman are all related through business interests and family ties. Clarkson believes Elkins’ dream to be president is worthy of consideration. He also mentions how the movement to support Senator Hanna began in Alabama but it now seems to be faltering.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-05-30
Henry Gassaway Davis, former Senator from West Virginia, suggests appointing two commissioners to travel to Central and South America to report on extending commerce and creating an intercontinental railway. If President Roosevelt is “favorably disposed,” Secretary of State Hay will request the appropriation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-01
President Roosevelt provides formal instructions through Secretary of State Hay to the American delegates that are attending the International Conference of the American States.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-08