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Referring to his recent ascendancy to office upon the death of William McKinley, President Roosevelt writes that “there is but one thing to do now, and this is not to be morbid, but to undertake the task to the very best of my ability.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-20
Acting Secretary of State Adee acknowledges receipt of a letter from William Loeb with President Roosevelt’s instructions to send an appropriate letter of acknowledgement to Alfonso XIII, King of Spain, regarding the announcement of the death of María de las Mercedes, Princess of Asturias. Adee confirms that such a letter was sent on October 19.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-10-26
Republican National Committee Chairman Cortelyou tells President Roosevelt that he has heard of Postmaster General Payne’s death. He wants Roosevelt to do what is best for the public good and party in appointing a replacement, even if that means removing his name from the running.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-10-04