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Theodore C. Thomas writes to Theodore Roosevelt about his desires to move to and work in Mexico, and asks if Roosevelt would write a letter of recommendation to Francisco I. Madero so that he may get a head start on finding employment. Thomas describes all his connections from when he was a Rough Rider in the Spanish-American War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-14
Theodore Roosevelt is sorry that he cannot visit California. Roosevelt feels that President Taft may not be able to regain lost ground despite recent actions. Roosevelt also believes Mexico needs a more conservative leader.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-22
President Wheeler gave Paul Ziertmann a letter of introduction and hopes Theodore Roosevelt will meet with him. Ziertmann is an exchange teacher and knows more about the American educational system and student needs than any other European. Wheeler comments on President William H. Taft and Woodrow Wilson as candidates and reports that Professor David P. Barrows returned from a trip through Mexico and finds the country quieter than supposed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-15
George Curry tells Theodore Roosevelt of many of the arrangements that have been made for him during his visit to New Mexico. One unique matter that Curry mentions and asks Roosevelt’s advice on concerns a recent meeting between representatives of the Mexican government and representatives of the insurgent government that he was party to. The representatives have suggested a belief that Roosevelt might be able to help mediate the conflict of the Mexican Revolution and help prevent its expansion, and have asked if it would be possible to meet with them sometime during his trip. Curry asks Roosevelt to let him know if he wishes to arrange such a meeting.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-03-07
Otto R. Winter tells Theodore Roosevelt of a recent trip he made to Mexico, and in particular about his visit to insurgent camps and Francisco I. Madero, a leading figure in the Mexican Revolution. Madero does not want to be President of Mexico for personal reasons, but wishes to bring about reform in Mexico. Winter tells Roosevelt that Madero would like to meet Roosevelt, whom he admires, and offers to arrange such a meeting while Roosevelt is traveling through Texas.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-03-04
William H. H. Llewellyn sends Theodore Roosevelt a clipping from an Albuquerque newspaper, and provides Roosevelt an update on plans for his visit to El Paso. Several secretaries of prominent people involved with the Mexican Revolution wish to speak with Roosevelt, and Llewellyn encourages Roosevelt to meet with them.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-27
John Campbell Greenway makes suggestions on how Kermit Roosevelt might proceed with a career in mining engineering. He believes an advanced degree would be ideal but practical experience working for Greenway or at the Copper Queen Mining Company would be suitable. Greenway concludes with a brief update on the political situation in Mexico.
1911-11-29