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Theodore Roosevelt praises the veterans of the Grand Army for representing American citizenship. The younger generation is proud of the memories of the Civil War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-05-28
Theodore Roosevelt praises the citizens of Idaho, especially what they have done with water. He goes on to say that the success of the U.S. government depends on the average citizen being a “decent man.” In foreign policy decisions, Roosevelt believes that the U.S. must show the same kind of qualities that a “strong and self-respecting man” shows in his own life.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-05-28
Weldon Brinton Heyburn writes to President Roosevelt regarding the appointment of H. Smith Woolley as Assayer at Boise, Idaho.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-03
Governor Morrison writes to President Roosevelt regarding the demanded resignation of J.W. Cunningham as superintendent of the United States assay office in Boise. Morrison believes the removal of Cunningham could cause tension among the Republicans of the state.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-26