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Text of a speech given by Mayor Low to the Society of the Army of the Potomac in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Low discusses the challenges of the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War, as well as more current challenges, including the Anthracite Coal Strike.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-09-19
Theodore Roosevelt found Charles C. Bull’s letter interesting in every respect. He does not want to be nominated. Bull’s talk with John Avery McIlhenny amused Roosevelt. He comments on his average drinking habits and responds to Andrew B. Hammond’s charges that he was not at the Battle of San Juan Hill and drinks heavily.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-24
Theodore Roosevelt directs Henry L. Barkley to consult his book The Rough Riders for information about his conduct during the Battle of San Juan. He led two charges that day and was recommended for a medal of honor and a brevet for field conduct.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1910-12-19
Theodore Roosevelt has received a “furious” letter from Francis E. McGovern regarding Roosevelt’s support for John J. Blaine. McGovern claims Roosevelt’s standing in Wisconsin has been damaged and Roosevelt countered that he had no standing in Wisconsin to be damaged. Roosevelt hopes that Henry F. Cochems will attend the Progressive Party meeting in Chicago, Illinois. The party must be kept on an “even keel” and kept away from the lunatic fringe, such as Amos Pinchot whom Roosevelt no longer considers a party member. Roosevelt has been enjoying Franklin Aretas Haskell’s account of the Battle of Gettysburg and describes it as a classic.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-11-28
President Roosevelt thanks Rachel Sherman Thorndike for the letter, and has tried to investigate the matter regarding Alexander M. Thackara. He discusses his thoughts regarding the appointment and promotion of people at American consulates, and promises that he will try to help Thackara, although he must also consider other candidates who are highly qualified for promotion.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-01-10
Theodore Roosevelt would like to read the book that Helen Longstreet has written about her husband, James. Roosevelt believes that all Americans should hold James Longstreet in high esteem, because of his leadership during the Civil War and for his patriotism after the war.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-06-07
President Roosevelt thanks Mary Hewitt Doubleday for the two books on the American Civil War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-15
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt writes to President McKinley on behalf of Consul George W. Roosevelt, who wishes to be retained as Consul to Brussels. Roosevelt affirms that Consul Roosevelt is not a close relationship and attests to his efficient service as consul and gallantry during the Civil War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1897-05-01
In chapter three of his book, The Truth about Chickamaugua, Archibald Gracie discusses Union General George H. Thomas’s role in the battle, an account which differs from the generally accepted history but which Gracie states is based on true reports and records.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08
O. S. Heffelfinger asks Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary to forward the enclosed speech by J. J. Hill to Roosevelt. Hill delivered it at the unveiling of William Colvill’s monument.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-08-31
Governor Willson of Kentucky praises the speech President Roosevelt recently gave at the Abraham Lincoln celebration in Kentucky, and relates the enthusiasm that Kentuckians have for Roosevelt. Willson regrets that he did not get a chance to present Andrew Cowan, his wife Anna G. Cowan, and Emilie Todd Helm, half-sister of Mary Todd Lincoln, to Roosevelt. Willson and his wife Mary are coming to the inauguration, and will stay with Associate Supreme Court Justice John Marshall Harlan a few days beforehand.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-02-15
Chronology of the daily life of Theodore Roosevelt from October 1858 to December 1870. Notable events include the Roosevelt family’s involvement in the American Civil War, Theodore Roosevelt meeting John Hay as a child, and the Roosevelt family’s first European trip.
Theodore Roosevelt Association
1985
Moore, Robert J. (Robert John), 1956-; Theodore Roosevelt Association
Benjamin K. Focht addresses the Hummel family reunion. Focht discusses German immigration to Pennsylvania, starting with a history of Germany and leading to the contributions that German-Americans have made to public life in the United States. This is a published version of a speech that Focht gave August 28, 1907.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908
In a military policy speech given before a group of soldiers and veterans of the American Civil War and Spanish-American War, President Roosevelt stresses the need for preparedness. He says the borders of the United States, once separated from Europe and Asia by the vast oceans, have been brought closer to potential threats by modern naval technology. He insists that the United States, now a world power, must become very engaged in international affairs, ready to back up words with action, and he affirms his belief in the Monroe Doctrine. For the army, he believes in small but strong regular National Guard units which can train up and lead a larger volunteer force in the event of war. He believes this would be impossible for the navy, however, as it takes years to build warships and train sailors on the “highly specialized work” of operating them; Roosevelt feels that the warcraft and crews prepared in time of peace would be the factor on which success would rest. He concludes with anecdotes and a message on the need for citizens and soldiers to do their duty every day and not just in moments of glory.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-09-23