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Theodore Roosevelt did not know Senator Crane called until Senator Henry Cabot Lodge told him. Where they meet depends on what day Crane visits. He wants to talk about several things. Roosevelt is glad Crane agrees with him about not being renominated, and he hopes Crane can keep Lodge in line with this.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-24
Theodore Roosevelt thanks William S. Cowles for the letter and hopes to visit him soon to discuss politics. He inquires if Cowles is spending Thanksgiving at Groton. Roosevelt is having lunch with his nephew, Theodore Douglas Robinson, and Senator Henry Cabot Lodge.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-21
Theodore Roosevelt was pleased with Herbert David Croly’s letter and intends to show it to Senator Lodge. Once the “Hanna matter” is ready, Roosevelt would like to host Croly again at Oyster Bay, New York to review the matter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-21
Theodore Roosevelt is glad Henry White enjoyed the article and was amused by the one White sent. He comments on President William H. Taft’s lack of leadership.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-22
Theodore Roosevelt wishes he could have helped Senator Percy in some real and tangible way. Many gentlemen from across the country have spoken well of Percy and are disappointed about his defeat. Roosevelt prefers hunting elephants over ducks because they are easier to hit.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-14
Theodore Roosevelt shares with Joseph Bucklin Bishop that his letter is the first long one that Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt has been able to enjoy. He is glad Bishop likes John Avery McIlhenny and is interested in Bishop’s inside information about the political situation. Roosevelt comments on the recent elections, which were unfavorable for the Republican Party overall. His nephew, Theodore Douglas Robinson, won despite fraud by the J. S. Sherman machine.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-11-11
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Frank Basil Tracy for what he did on the “Roosevelt Paid the Duties” letter and is amused at the mention of his supposed “enormous quantity of baggage.” He is concerned about Tracy’s report on the Massachusetts campaign and suggests he write Senator Henry Cabot Lodge. Roosevelt hopes Eugene Foss will be beaten and is disappointed that Louis Adams Frothingham is not doing better on the stump.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-27
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Wayne Whipple for his letter and books, says he looks forward to reading them, and is glad Whipple enjoyed The Winning of the West. He notes the praise from Senator Lodge is especially meaningful.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-11
Theodore Roosevelt writes Clara S. Hay from The Outlook office that he does not remember anything about a vase to Lord Alverstone. Roosevelt, Elihu Root, and Henry Cabot Lodge once sent a vase or a loving cup to Sir George Otto Trevelyan.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-25
Theodore Roosevelt asks John Callan O’Laughlin to return letters or copies of letters Roosevelt wrote to O’Laughlin. Roosevelt believes private and confidential letters between him and O’Laughlin should not be published. Roosevelt does not object to his personal opinions about William Lorimer or Albert J. Beveridge being made public, but not what he said “as to the attitude of other men about [them].” What Roosevelt said to Elihu Root and Henry Cabot Lodge ought to be obtained from Root and Lodge, not from O’Laughlin. Roosevelt is greatly interested in the presidential nominations and O’Laughlin’s views “as to the outcome of [Roosevelt’s] position.” Roosevelt is amused by John T. McCutcheon’s cartoon.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-25
In a reply to Arthur Hamilton Lee, Theodore Roosevelt describes the activities and achievements of the Roosevelt family, including the impending birth of his grandchild to Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and Eleanor Butler Roosevelt. Roosevelt expresses relief at the end of his public speaking career and is more preoccupied by his interest in natural history than in politics, including his upcoming article, “Revealing and Concealing Coloration in Birds and Mammals.” Roosevelt then goes on to discuss politics, including his approval of the current British king, expresses frustration with the American people, and discusses President Taft.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-06-27
Theodore Roosevelt wishes he could come to Springfield, Massachusetts, as Kenneth Robbie requests–both because he believes in the work he is doing and because of the endorsement of Senator Henry Cabot Lodge–but it is impossible for him to do so.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-06-12
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary encloses a proof of the introduction of the book of poems written by Henry Cabot Lodge that has been edited by Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-08
Theodore Roosevelt send his thanks to Margaret “Daisy” Chanler for her visit with her husband Winthrop and sketches she had given him. Roosevelt also mentions that he was recently visited by Henry Cabot Lodge and General Ian Hamilton.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-09
Theodore Roosevelt was glad to hear from Spencer Borden, but unfortunately he is unable to help. Because he served as president, Roosevelt believes it would not be appropriate for him to give Borden any letters to pass on to individuals in foreign countries. Roosevelt advises Borden to request that a letter be sent from the State Department to the ambassadors of the countries he plans to visit. Roosevelt is quite certain that Borden could obtain such a letter, especially with the help of General Wood or Senator Lodge.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-28
Theodore Roosevelt is in receipt of the “very attractive” invitations forwarded by Senator Lodge. While he appreciates the kindness of the request for him to speak, he regrets that he cannot accept it. Roosevelt is only able to accept a few of the many invitations he receives for such engagements, and were he to accept more he would be obliged to give up all other work.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-21
Theodore Roosevelt enjoyed hearing from William Sturgis Bigelow. Hamilton Mabie wrote the article and is glad Bigelow liked it. Roosevelt admits he was nervous about Senator Henry Cabot Lodge’s reelection. He agrees with Bigelow’s “fool and crook argument.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-03-03
Although he wishes he could come, Theodore Roosevelt declines an invitation from Eldon B. Keith, via Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, to address the citizens of Brockton County under the auspices of the Young Men’s Christian Association.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-21
Theodore Roosevelt tells Hannis Taylor that he will write to Elihu Root and Henry Cabot Lodge on Taylor’s behalf. Roosevelt states that he looks forward to receiving Taylor’s book.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-20
Theodore Roosevelt telegraphed Senator Henry Cabot Lodge as John Callan O’Laughlin requested, but as he has already written him about the matter four times, he does not believe his telegram will make a difference. Roosevelt adds that he favors the direct election of Senators, but believes that the country, not the states, should have absolute control of the election.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-07