Evans, William Gray, 1855-1924

Judge Lindsey asks that President Roosevelt read the enclosed article written by former Denver District Court Judge Thomas B. Stuart on Big Bill Haywood’s trial. Lindsey describes the situation between himself and Governor Henry Augustus Buchtel and clarifies his statements regarding Senator Simon Guggenheim. Based on his knowledge of those involved, Lindsey feels that the Republican Party in Colorado is controlled by corporate interests and is largely against Roosevelt’s policies. In response, Lindsey asks if he can send Roosevelt a political pamphlet on the topic, and if they could meet in person in November to discuss matters.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-03

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

President Roosevelt feels Philip Battell Stewart, candidate for governor of Colorado, was right in his stand. He finds it unfortunate that at times the Republican party is put in the position of championing improper corporate influences, especially as it weakens the party’s other platforms.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-09-25

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt remarks to Philip Battell Stewart that it is difficult for him to tell what actions he takes will cause him trouble. Roosevelt has been subject to much criticism for his action in discontinuing a suit by Attorney General William H. Moody regarding allowing a railroad to travel through Gore Canyon instead of reserving it for the Reclamation Service. Roosevelt asks Stewart to write him a letter of clarification on a number of matters, as Stewart had previously informed Roosevelt that the sentiment in Colorado was that the railroad should be granted the right of passage in order to open northwestern Colorado for settlement. He was also under the impression that the Reclamation Service was not active in Gore Canyon. Roosevelt would like to make a strong statement showing that his action in this instance was proper.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-05-17

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt asks Philip Battell Stewart a number of questions about the proposed hunting trip, including if he can find mountain lions in the bear country mentioned by John B. Goff. Roosevelt also asks Stewart for more information about what is happening in Colorado.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-12-27

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Judge Lindsey encloses a statement on the defeat of the Evans-Guggenheim machine. He believes this victory substantiates Theodore Roosevelt’s accusations against the machine.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-29

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

Judge Lindsey is trying to set up a statewide progressive organization in Colorado. A progressive delegation will be sent to the Republican National Convention in protest against the Taft delegates sent by the Evans-Guggenheim machine. Lindsey may lead the delegation and is attempting to find lodgings in Chicago.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-29

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

Judge Lindsey provides details on the progressive victory over the Evans-Guggenheim machine in Denver, Colorado.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-31

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

Judge Lindsey would like Theodore Roosevelt’s opinion on his plan to contest the Taft delegation from Denver, Colorado, at the Republican National Convention. He intends to publicly expose the efforts of the Evans-Guggenheim machine.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-06-02

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

Judge Lindsey argues that the success of the Citizens’ ticket in Denver’s municipal elections shows that the people’s desires were not represented in the Republican nomination process. The “Evans-Guggenheim-Taft machine” gave all of the delegates to President Taft.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-29

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

Judge Lindsey provides an update on his efforts combating special interests, particularly his contention that the Colorado State Bureau of Child and Animal Protection is a private society in violation of the state constitution. He requests input on another article and would like to meet with Theodore Roosevelt in early July.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-06-22

Creator(s)

Lindsey, Ben B. (Ben Barr), 1869-1943

George C. Manly seeks help in unifying Republican factions in Colorado in order to help President Roosevelt win the nomination for reelection. The largest division in the Colorado Republican party is between the anti-Wolcott movement and the rest of the Republicans and this has caused political corruption within the state.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-02-02

Creator(s)

Manly, George C. (George Cully), 1863-1936

The Chairman of the Republican Central Committee in Denver, Colorado, warns of efforts to discredit active local Republicans working to consolidate the party by the Democrats.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-01-08

Creator(s)

Lowry, W. B.

Theodore Roosevelt congratulates Judge Lindsey on the “great fight” and the overthrow of the Evans-Guggenheim machine of Denver, Colorado.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919