New York (State)--New York

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to George Curry

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt acknowledges George Curry’s acceptance of lunch with Theodore Roosevelt in his absence at 1 pm on the 23rd of February. She suggests to Curry that if he perhaps wanted to meet earlier than that, Roosevelt would be free Wednesday and Thursday mornings to meet, if he wished, though she suggests Curry let her know in advance.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-02-03

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to George Curry

Theodore Roosevelt asks if Congressman George Curry would be available for lunch in his Outlook Office at 1 pm on February 23rd.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-01-29

Dinner to Col. Theodore Roosevelt by Hungarian Republican Club

Members of the Hungarian Republican Club gather at the Café Boulevard restaurant in honor of Theodore Roosevelt, and in support of Henry L. Stimson’s candidacy for governor of New York. Roosevelt sits near the head of the table, close to a portrait of himself festooned with patriotic banners and flags. A number of prominent Republican figures are also in attendance. An inset photograph at the bottom right shows the exterior of the Café Boulevard restaurant where the dinner was held.

Collection

America

Creation Date

1910-11-07

Telegram from Marshall Independence Ludington to Henry Clark Corbin

General Marshall Independence Ludington provides General Henry Clark Corbin with the arrival dates for two Army transport ships to Manila, Philippines.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1900-10-29

Banquet invitation on behalf of The New York Navy Yard Clerks and Draughtsmen’s Association

On behalf of the New York Navy Yard Clerks and Draughtsmen’s Association, Banquet Committee Chairman Frederick C. Keale invites the recipient to the organization’s annual banquet on December 2, 1911.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11

Letter from Edward Lazanksy to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward Lazansky acknowledges Theodore Roosevelt’s previous letter and encloses a copy of Chapter 95 of the Laws of 1911 which contains legislation pertaining to procuring a concealed carry license for firearms.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-16

Prospectus of the Hudson Supply Company

A prospectus for the Hudson Supply Company outlines the aims and objects of the organization, which provides supplies to hotels, clubs, restaurants, steamboats, sailboats, and other outfits. The pamphlet invites investors to purchase common stock in the company.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-11-15

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William L. Ward

Theodore Roosevelt is anxious to meet with William L. Ward and asks if Ward can meet at the house of C. Grant La Farge.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-15

Letter from Frederick B. Fetherstonhaugh to Theodore Roosevelt

Frederick B. Fetherstonhaugh asks Theodore Roosevelt to speak to the Empire Club of Canada in Toronto, possibly on the subject of world problems and solutions through the eyes of John Bull and Uncle Sam. The club is affiliated with the Royal Colonial Institute and has many prestigious members.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-16

Letter from William L. Ward to Theodore Roosevelt

William L. Ward asks Theodore Roosevelt to indicate a time and place, such as a friend’s house, where they might talk privately, without the newspapers knowing they are meeting. Ward met with Herbert Parsons, who spoke of the possibilities of a third term, but Ward is satisfied with the results of the efforts in Washington.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-14

Letter from Robert Mackay Cadell to Theodore Roosevelt

Robert MacKay Cadell informs Theodore Roosevelt he plans to visit New York and hopes the two of them can talk about Liberia. Cadell also wants William H. Taft’s opinion, but only after hearing Roosevelt’s views first. Cadell invites Roosevelt to visit Scotland anytime.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-03

Masonic Children Return

Newspaper article reporting on the concert at Carnegie Hall for the benefit of the Masonic Home of Utica which consisted of professional performers as well as children from the home dancing and performing music. The concert raised over $5,000 for the Masonic Home and the children enjoyed their trip to New York City. Letters received by William J. Wiley, superintendent of the home, are also printed.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-29

Letter from John O. Yeiser to Frank Harper

John O. Yeiser explains to Frank Harper the reason for his telegram asking permission to publicize some of his correspondence with Theodore Roosevelt. Yeiser is anxious to make Roosevelt a candidate and would appreciate being able to share something to help the movement succeed. Roosevelt’s name will be on the Nebraska primary ballot which will provide a poll of the voters preference.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-17

Letter from J. William White to Theodore Roosevelt

J. William White shares his remarks with Theodore Roosevelt regarding his opposition to allowing automobile racing in Fairmont Park. White hopes Roosevelt is well and hopes to shake Roosevelt’s hand the next time he is in New York.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-13

Letter from Bertha Worch Hecht to Theodore Roosevelt

Bertha Worch Hecht asks Theodore Roosevelt for a meeting so she might share her spiritual story with him. Hecht believes she has a great message to deliver and both she and Roosevelt have a duty to the world.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-08-31

Return receipt

Return receipt of a package sent by George Otto Trevelyan to George J. Bart to Wallington Estate in Northumberland, England.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-14

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry L. Stimson

Theodore Roosevelt tells Henry L. Stimson he has not been away from Oyster Bay on a single Sunday since the summer, but the Sunday Stimson wants to visit, he will be in New York at the Labor Temple. Roosevelt asks Stimson if he and his wife, Mabel Wellington White Stimson might dine with them in the evening instead. Roosevelt also repeats that he liked Stimson’s report and will ask The Outlook to emphasize the points Stimson made. In a post script, Roosevelt quotes Abraham Lincoln who says no man can be justly asked if he will cross the bridge until he has reached it, but Roosevelt does not believe he will ever reach the bridge in question.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-12

Letter from Thomas T. Chaloner to Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas T. Chaloner asks Theodore Roosevelt why rich corporations do not give the public a square deal and gives the example of his attempts to sell his train stop device to railroad companies. Chaloner knows his device could save lives, yet the railroad companies do not want to pay to install the device and therefore turn Chaloner away. Chaloner believes railroad companies are selling all the stock and bonds to foreign nobles, catering to them rather than making railroads safer for Americans.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-18

Letter from Richard P. Keif to Theodore Roosevelt

Richard P. Keif repeats his earlier request of Theodore Roosevelt to recommend an honest lawyer to help him, having not received a response to his previous letter. Keif placed his stock in the care of a broker who stole the stock and sold it before declaring bankruptcy. Keif does not believe America has honest laws that are followed and has been unable to file charges against the man who robbed him.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-16

Letter from William H. Peterson to Theodore Roosevelt

On behalf of the alumnae association, William H. Peterson invites Theodore Roosevelt to attend the annual banquet of the Evening Law School of the Boston Young Men’s Christian Association. The Evening Law School is part of the Evening Institute and has been operating for twelve years, offering students a four year Bachelor of Laws degree with 98% of the graduates having been admitted to the bar. Peterson will be in New York and would like to talk further with Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-15