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Henry Cabot Lodge write to Theodore Roosevelt about his continued concern for Roosevelt’s well-being after William McKinley’s assassination. Theories about what drove Leon Czolgosz to kill McKinley are being discussed in the media. Lodge also discusses the press coverage of who would remain in the cabinet.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-19
James Russell Parsons regrets that his answer could not be more satisfactory. He was anxious about the health of Alice and Quentin Roosevelt but was pleased that their illnesses were “serious only in the newspapers.” Parsons is glad to hear that President McKinley is doing well after the attempted assassination.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-10
K. Rand expresses his sympathy after hearing about the illnesses of Alice Roosevelt and Quentin Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-02
J. S. Foster extends his sympathy to Vice President Roosevelt after hearing of Alice and Quentin Roosevelt’s illnesses. He is a supporter of Roosevelt and believes Roosevelt will be the next president. Foster hopes to become the postmaster of Fort Worth, Texas, and requests that Roosevelt speak with President McKinley on his behalf.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-08-26
John D. Dow writes a long and mostly incoherent letter to Vice President Roosevelt. He discusses Alice Roosevelt’s recent illness and need for a dental operation. He seems to want Roosevelt to cooperate in a scheme to sell stock for an invention he has patented, a cattle car to ship cattle East. He believes Roosevelt could raise “2 to 4 million” in just a few days in the West. He also comments on the Rough Riders.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-08-27
After hearing of Alice Roosevelt’s illness and surgery, Francis C. Lowell writes to express his sympathy.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-08-23
Endicott Peabody thanks Vice President Roosevelt for letting him read Professor Wilson’s letter. He will be available for a meeting after football season in early December. Peabody is pleased that Alice Roosevelt is rapidly recovering from her operation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-08-23
Reverend Schick offers his sympathy and prayers after hearing about Alice and Quentin Roosevelt’s operations.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-08-24
Bradley T. Johnson hopes Governor Roosevelt can come visit around Christmas time. He sends his regards to Alice, the boys, and Mrs. Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-09-16
Bradley T. Johnson has received Governor Roosevelt’s book The Rough Riders and calls it a “graphic story of a gallant feat” and compares the experience with his own charge at “The Rail Road Cut,” during the Civil War. Johnson discusses hunting, Roosevelt’s re-election campaign, and sends his love to the Roosevelt family. Johnson also mentions that he will speak with Senator Lodge around Christmas about getting Roosevelt a medal of honor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-08-07
Manuscript detailing Theodore Roosevelt’s experiences in the Badlands and how that affected his political career and values.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949