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Theodore Roosevelt appreciates Moses A. Gunst’s letter and tells him that his son, Theodore “Ted”Roosevelt, is working hard and hopes to fight under General Pershing. Roosevelt also writes that Senator Johnson is a great leader on a national level.
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1917-06-02
Henry N. tum Suden writes to Theodore Roosevelt that Hiram Johnson, governor of California, is stumping for the Initiative Referendum and Recall Amendment. Judson King, field lecturer of the National Referendum League, is speaking with the press. Tum Suden is confident that the lobby will be successful in California, and he hopes they can eventually bring the amendment to the National Constitution.
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1911-09-23
Theodore Roosevelt writes his son Kermit to tell him about the Progressive Party convention where he spoke for two hours. He does not believe they can win the election and predicts Governor Woodrow Wilson will be victorious, with him and President William H. Taft nearly even behind. Roosevelt plans to start campaigning in September. Roosevelt says he and Mother agree that if going to Brazil to work appeals to Kermit, then he should go. He describes celebrating Ethel’s birthday.
1912-07-13
Drawing of Theodore Roosevelt and Hiram Johnson shaking hands across America
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1912
Theodore Roosevelt writes to John Callan O’Laughlin, “I will see Governor Johnson this afternoon and tell him to trust you absolutely.”
1912-02-23
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary is unaware of quotations from Henry Labouchère regarding Roosevelt. He will be unable to provide the other opinions on Roosevelt requested by Elizabeth Towne, as they do not keep clippings which reference Roosevelt. The secretary suggests numerous people whom Towne could contact for these opinions.
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1912-10-03
Theodore Roosevelt regrets to decline Edwin A. Van Valkenburg’s invitation to speak, as he cannot undertake anything other than “the Wilkes-Barre business,” presumably referring to Father Curran’s jubilee celebration there. Roosevelt praises Van Valkenburg’s editorials on Woodrow Wilson and Hiram Johnson.
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1912-08-16
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Governor Bass of his desire for Bass’s father-in-law, Charles Sumner Bird, to run for governor of Massachusetts. Roosevelt compliments Bird’s son on his work in New York.
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1912-08-20
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary requests that Oscar K. Davis send him copies of the Progressive platform, Governor Johnson’s record in California, and Woodrow Wilson’s record. The secretary also requests Davis re-schedule Roosevelt’s meeting with the moving picture man, and to arrange all of Roosevelt’s public meetings in halls rather than outdoors. Roosevelt wants Davis to discuss with Judge Hotchkiss, George W. Perkins, and Senator Dixon the matter of charging admission to public meetings.
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1912-08-20
Theodore Roosevelt inquires about Ruth Moore Lee’s health, and tells about Kermit Roosevelt’s railroad work in South America. Roosevelt also explains his move from the Republican Party to the Progressive Party during the 1912 Presidential campaign and details issues in the party platform. Although Roosevelt expects that Wilson will win, he is happy because of his strong belief in the Progressive movement, his hope that it is the beginning of a new movement that will lead American democracy away from materialism, and his admiration for his colleagues such as Hiram Johnson.
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1912-08-14
Theodore Roosevelt is concerned to hear of Charles Dwight Willard’s hemorrhages, but admires his commitment to doing his duty in the face of death. Roosevelt expresses joy that Hiram Johnson is his running mate, and pride that Willard liked his speech. Roosevelt confides that he is not confident of winning, but finds it worthwhile to call attention to the cause of Progressivism.
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1912-08-15
Theodore Roosevelt asks Jane Addams to provide him with an explanation of an enclosed telegram that may pertain to Millicent Garrett Fawcett. He requests that Addams write a few articles on the progressive movement, especially as it relates to social justice for women and children.
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1912-08-16
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary forwards a telegram from F. Wesley Phelps to Senator Poindexter and discusses Roosevelt’s third party campaign. He mentions stories running in the Tacoma Tribune, edited by William H. Hunter, that predict Roosevelt’s success should he continue running on a third party ticket, while running on a Republican platform would give the race to Woodrow Wilson. The secretary relays that Hunter suggested Poindexter and Hiram Johnson communicate on the matter.
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1912-07-23
Theodore Roosevelt sends a letter of thanks to John McKnight in receipt of his message. Roosevelt assures McKnight that he forwarded his letter to Governor Johnson and suggests that they meet.
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1912-07-17
Theodore Roosevelt sends a letter of thanks to Russell W. McMurran. Roosevelt relays that he forwarded his letter to Governor Johnson of California and suggests that McMurran contact Johnson.
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1912-07-17
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Borden Durgee Whiting to explain the selection of Progressive Party representatives by Governor Johnson.
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1912-06-25
Theodore Roosevelt defends Governor Hiram Johnson’s actions in rapidly appointing a committee without consulting the state delegations. It is Roosevelt’s understanding that this is a formal committee whose only function will be calling for a party convention. Once the party is organized, all delegations will be consulted. Roosevelt offers to add Everett Colby’s name to the list and requests suggestions for other additions.
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1912-06-26
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Donald Ferguson to thank him for the telegram he sent to Governor Johnson.
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1912-06-26
Theodore Roosevelt writes to William L. Stiles to thank him for the telegram he sent to Governor Johnson. Roosevelt also notes that he will send Stiles’ name to the managers.
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1912-06-26
In answer to Edward Schuler’s question, Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary writes that Roosevelt’s presidential nomination will be seconded by Dean William Draper Lewis of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia; Richard Pearson of Richmond, California; and Governor Hiram Johnson of California.
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1912-06-12