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A black and white political cartoon showing politicians from Nebraska, New York (Theodore Roosevelt), Ohio (William H. Taft), Indiana, and Illinois as snowmen.
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
1908-01-08
Theodore Roosevelt cannot accept Everett Colby’s invitation. His first public speech to the “people of the west” will be at the semi-centennial celebration of Nebraska’s statehood.
1917-04-05
There should not be any concerns about a late Nebraska convention threatening the nomination of President Roosevelt. Nebraska overwhelmingly supports Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-29
The Daily Tribune is not concerned about a late Nebraska convention threatening the nomination of President Roosevelt and describes the state as hopelessly for Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-27
Rudolph B. Schneider confirms that Nebraska Republicans are supporting President Roosevelt for re-election.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-29
Representative Burkett reassures President Roosevelt that he can join the “‘Don’t worry club’ so far as Nebraska is concerned.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-04
Harry Thompson Dobbins wants to ensure that the next Nebraska delegation is composed of Theodore Roosevelt supporters. Dobbins expresses concern about the railroads “despotic control” of Nebraska’s Republican Conventions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-30
Edward Rosewater writes to William Loeb regarding an enclosed editorial which appeared in the Omaha World Herald. Rosewater addresses the rumor that the Omaha Bee has in any way been influenced by Senator Hanna.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-23
The author believes that the Nebraska Republican State Convention’s platform and endorsement of John L. Webster for Vice President is an indication of Republicans’ desire to support Senator Marcus Hanna over President Roosevelt as the presidential candidate in the upcoming election. The author argues that while Nebraska Republicans did endorse President Roosevelt, they did so only because it would not be “good politics” to align themselves against Roosevelt at this time.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-23
Senator Hanna asks President Roosevelt if H. C. Lindsay will be appointed United States District Attorney for Nebraska sooner rather than later in order for him to qualify and take charge of the office in time for the reorganization of their state committee in August.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-15
Charles Gates Dawes supports the reappointment of W. S. Summers as United States District Attorney for Nebraska. The Nebraska senatorial contingent is divided on the matter, with Senator Joseph Hopkins Millard supporting Summers and Senator Charles Henry Dietrich supporting another candidate.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-11-18
Attorney General Knox has noted the comments of Charles Gates Dawes regarding the reappointment of W. S. Summers as United States District Attorney for Nebraska.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-11-24
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson believes Republican prospects in Nebraska are favorable.
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1902-10-23
David E. Thompson provides his opinion on which candidates will win in the upcoming elections for Nebraska’s six congressional districts.
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1902-10-25
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson believes that in the upcoming election the Republicans will do well in Iowa, Nebraska, and Kansas.
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1902-10-27
Smith McPherson does not believe that United States District Attorney W. S. Summers should be reappointed to the district of Nebraska.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-10
Attorney General Knox is investigating whether United States District Attorney Summers of Nebraska should be reappointed, as well as Summers’ involvement in a grand jury investigation into official dealings with the Winnebago Indians.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-13
Records indicate that Agent C. P. Mathewson of the Winnebago Agency, Nebraska, is a good agent without any charges on file. Edward Rosewater complained about Mathewson because he would not recommend a change in the agency’s Indian tradership. The traders were investigated and found to be creditable. Rosewater’s complaints are politically motivated.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-12
Senator Millard introduces George Washington Emery Dorsey, a former representative from Nebraska and current resident of Salt Lake City, Utah. He hopes that Roosevelt will listen to Dorsey’s case.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-22
There have been many expressions of confidence and respect towards President Roosevelt after his succession to the presidency. He can be confident in the support of Nebraska’s senators and Republican representatives.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-09-16