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Three resolutions adopted by the Republican County Conventions of Lincoln County, South Dakota, endorsing President Roosevelt, the platform of the Republican Party, and Roosevelt’s efforts to regulate railroad rates.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-06
Secretary of War William H. Taft seemed to be the frontrunner for the Republican nomination for president, but his candidacy is losing support. Even thought President Roosevelt supports him, and he is personally popular with the public, he is a poor campaigner and is losing ground in several states to other politicians, including Roosevelt himself, whom some support for a second elected term.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-06-21
Senator Gallinger is taking up the “Crum case” during an executive session, with the hope of settling the matter. Gallinger asks President Roosevelt to notify certain senators of the importance of the matter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-22
William A. Bell, a former member of the Rough Riders, encloses a $150 check to pay off an old loan given to him by President Roosevelt. On behalf of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Bell tried to make arrangements with Senator Alfred B. Kittredge for Roosevelt to attend a reception but Kittredge explained that there was only time for a brief stop.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-25
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson will return to Washington, D.C., in a few days and can meet with President Roosevelt at his convenience. Crops are doing well in South Dakota and Senator Alfred B. Kittredge is “firmly fixed in the saddle.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-09
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson reports on the 1903 Iowa Republican Convention. The convention was generally harmonious and the resolutions were generous to President Roosevelt. The West is enthusiastic for Roosevelt and Wilson expects large campaign contributions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-02