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Theodore C. Thomas writes to Theodore Roosevelt about his desires to move to and work in Mexico, and asks if Roosevelt would write a letter of recommendation to Francisco I. Madero so that he may get a head start on finding employment. Thomas describes all his connections from when he was a Rough Rider in the Spanish-American War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-14
President Roosevelt already had a high opinion of Colonel Joseph H. Dorst, and he feels that General Lee’s testimony about him carries great weight. Roosevelt would like to see Lee as soon as possible after he returns from the Philippines.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-08-18
President Roosevelt would like to promote Joseph H. Dorst, Stephen C. Mills, and John J. Pershing to Brigadier General, “after a certain number of old men.” In a handwritten postscript, Roosevelt clarifies, “this is for the future.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-03-13
Micah John Jenkins, a Rough Rider, reminds President Roosevelt that he served as Acting Colonel in Cuba while Roosevelt was Brigadier Commander. Although Colonel Joseph H. Dorst and others have informed him that he is entitled to pay for the time he held the position, Jenkins has never sought it until now. He recently lost everything in a house fire, and writes to Roosevelt about the situation before applying for pay. He would like to speak privately with Roosevelt if possible. Additionally, he is pleased to read in the papers that Secretary of War William H. Taft is likely to be nominated as Roosevelt’s successor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-01-11
James Harrison Wilson, who is serving in Cuba, is upset about recent Army appointments and believes the McKinley administration is giving preference to non-West Point graduates. Wilson appreciates Governor Roosevelt’s efforts on his behalf, but does not want Roosevelt to risk losing influence with President McKinley over this issue.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-08-10