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Scrapbook of materials related to Theodore Roosevelt’s life between 1876 and 1881, including his time at Harvard University and the 1881 New York state election, specifically focused on the New York State Assembly.
1876-1881
Postcard featuring the statement, “I Suppose if I Vote for Roosevelt I Can Stick Around on My Job”. The word Roosevelt is in a large red and green pennant flag on the left side of the postcard and a cartoon drawing of a police officer is on the right. On the reverse is a handwritten note to Henry Losier that states “Solid ‘Bull Moose’ Here. Get Busy Henry!”.
The postcard was most likely produced in 1912 during the presidential campaign in which Theodore Roosevelt would run as a member of the Progressive Party, also known as the Bull Moose Party. Roosevelt would lose the election to Woodrow Wilson.
Harry S. Armstrong asks Theodore Roosevelt to write a letter to be distributed in Louisiana and beyond, to encourage farm emigration and investment there. Armstrong suggests specific points Roosevelt might address, including the political independence of Louisiana, as well as the attractiveness of the countryside and the fertility of the soil.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-12-18
Robert W. Andrews congratulates Theodore Roosevelt on his recent victory in Ohio. The rest of the election process should go smoothly now.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-22
Robert C. Kinkead tells Theodore Roosevelt of the conditions in Kentucky for “self-respecting Republicans” who do not approve of the current leadership within the Republican party. Kinkead is not the only person in Kentucky who hopes Roosevelt will be the solution to their problem and Kinkead hopes Roosevelt will tell them what they can do to help him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-12
Editorial written by Francis Warrington Dawson and published April 22, 1880 in the Charleston News and Courier has been copied. Dawson writes of the conditions on the sea islands of South Carolina as planters have been working to restore the lands. The people of the sea islands reportedly live peacefully and prosperously together, despite Freed people outnumbering White farmers. Dawson states that the “Southern problem” has been solved.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1880-04-22
John M. Leach asks Theodore Roosevelt to confirm that if William H. Taft is nominated, he will lose the presidency to the democrats. Leach does not understand why Taft would not step aside, and urges Roosevelt to take up the leadership of the Republican party and run for president.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-14
William H. H. Llewellyn informs Theodore Roosevelt of the public opinion of the presidential nomination in the New Mexico Territory. William H. Taft did not provide statehood for New Mexico and therefore Llewellyn does not believe he can win the vote. Llewellyn does not believe Roosevelt would accept the nomination, even if he were offered it from both parties and ran unopposed. Llewellyn also sends updates on his job opportunities and of those around him Roosevelt knows.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-18
Frank Knox writes Theodore Roosevelt of the newspaper interview he gave after returning from his visit to Oyster Bay and encloses the article. Knox shares recent statistics that place Roosevelt ahead of William H. Taft and Robert M. La Follette in the race for the presidency in Michigan. Knox also believes many states will come to the National Republican Convention without instructions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-14
President Roosevelt encloses a menu from the dinner with Prince Henry of Prussia. He is also concerned about the state of things in New York and warns that they must not lose there in the Fall.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-03-03
Assemblyman Roosevelt thanks William Fellowes Morgan for agreeing to be present at a polling station during the upcoming election. Roosevelt mentions an organized effort against him in favor of other Republican candidates.
1883-11-03
Assemblyman Roosevelt asks William Fellowes Morgan to supervise a polling place in a bad district.
1883-11-02
Theodore Roosevelt describes to his sister Anna a recent visit by his wife Edith’s mother and sister. He also discusses his and Edith’s trip to Geneseo. Both he and Edith are enjoying the country and sporting events. Roosevelt also discusses the upcoming presidential election and Fourth of July festivities.
1888-07-08
Theodore Roosevelt informs Walter Sage Hubbell that he has not considered running for public office in the fall. Roosevelt writes that he will support Hubbell and hopes they do not become rivals for office in the future.
1885-06-08
Theodore Roosevelt congratulates Assemblyman Hubbell on his victory and expresses his regret that James Gillespie Blaine was unsuccessful in his run for president.
1884-11-14
Theodore Roosevelt would find the nomination of James P. Magenis to be satisfactory, but does not want to give the impression that he is dictating the choices of the men of Massachusetts. Roosevelt will give advice if asked.
1912-08-03
President Roosevelt writes to Edgar E. Clark regarding the re-election of Speaker of the House Cannon. He considers Cannon a strong supporter of his administration and sees that various constituents in Cannon’s district are against his re-election. Roosevelt asks Clark if there is anything he can do to help Cannon in his district.
1906-09-05
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Albert Loren Cheney for his letter. Roosevelt advises Cheney to remain quiet and not jeopardize his position. He reminds Cheney that he has the right to vote as he wants, but should not attract attention by partisanship.
1912-08-13
Theodore Roosevelt acknowledges the sacrifices Charles Sumner Bird has made and writes that he is sorry Bird will not run for office. Roosevelt writes that he himself will not be a candidate in the next election because he is “out of kilter with the trend of American thought.”
1915-07-07
Theodore Roosevelt expresses his regret that Charles Sumner Bird will not be running for governor. However, Roosevelt respects his decision, as he has made the same choice.
1914-07-13