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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 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
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
This pamphlet on education is dedicated strongly to President Roosevelt. The author critiques curriculum based too much in reading passively and encourages a “doing” sort of mentality. C. W. Larned describes classical civilization as he sees it to build his argument.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908
J. Dundas Lippincott wishes to have his father-in-law, General Frank C. Armstrong, appointed as Commissioner of Railroads.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-18
Samuel S. Slater recommends appointing former U.S. Representative from New York Philip B. Low as Commissioner of Railroads. Slater sees efforts in New York to influence the Republican National Convention against President Roosevelt diminishing.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-08
Request that the Office of Commissioner of Pacific Railroads be continued for another year so General Longstreet will have a salary until a position can be found for him at one of the national military parks.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-16
Archbishop Ireland writes on behalf of Confederate General James Longstreet who is depressed that the appropriations bill “carries no item for the maintenance of his bureau.” Although Ireland does not claim “to urge anything” upon President Roosevelt, he recommends that if something is done, it should be done before the bill is voted upon by the Senate.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-04-16
J. H. Woodard tells President Roosevelt that Senator Charles W. Fairbanks is favored in Indiana for the Presidential nomination in 1904 but Roosevelt is the second choice. Woodard believes Roosevelt can secure the nomination with careful handling of the Isthmian Canal and Philippine situation. Another important factor will be the careful distribution of patronage and appointments in the South and in Republican states.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-23