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Frank Swett Black accepts President Roosevelt’s invitation to nominate him for president at the 1904 Republican Convention. His response was delayed because he was planting seeds at his New Hampshire farm.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-29
John Wallace Springer informs President Roosevelt that he has been selected as the Republican nominee for Mayor of Denver. He warns of David H. Moffat’s “Anti-Wolcott Republican ticket” and describes him as disloyal to the Republican Party.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-30
Charles Nagel writes to Secretary of the Interior Hitchcock about the possible nomination of Missouri Governor Joseph Wingate Folk as the Democratic Party’s nominee in 1904. Nagel discusses Folk’s chances, the state of the Democratic Party, and the local political situation. Nagel states that Folk’s supporters include “the worst machine men and lobbyists of this state,” and he worries about the influence they may have over Folk.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-04-11
Senator Horace White should stand for nomination again in New York. His friends and supporters are against Albert K. Hiscock, as they believe that his election would result in his father, Frank Hiscock, gaining control of the party. Party member and delegate Francis Hendricks is unlikely to turn his support away from White, and White will consult him about being renominated.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-03
Ansley Wilcox writes to discuss who might be the Republican nominee for Governor of New York. Mayor Erastus Cole Knight has been circulated as an option, but Wilcox does not believe this would be a good thing, as it could put the success of the whole Republican ticket in danger.
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1904-03-30
U.S. Representative from Missouri Richard Bartholdt has been renominated for a seventh term.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-03-19
J. T. Dickerson encloses a document that is being used to discredit Theodore Roosevelt, though Dickerson states it has not been effective. Dickerson states Roosevelt will be endorsed at the Kansas State Convention and Edward W. Hoch will be nominated for governor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-03-08
Richard Yates encloses articles showing how federal officials and journalists are working to defeat his nomination. He asks Roosevelt to stop his state appointees from opposing him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-02-27
Harper’s Weekly cover shows Theodore Roosevelt holding a bowling bowl labeled “Nomination 1908.” A sign above the pins reads “Favorite Sons.” Pins are labeled with the names of the following states: Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Pennsylvania. Another sign lists people that are warned off the premises. Jack London is one of those individuals.
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
1907-06-01
Theodore Roosevelt, dressed as a Rough Rider, blows away a tiny man labeled “Little Boss” while holding a club labeled “Direct Nominations.”
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
1910
Theodore Roosevelt is pleased that Admiral Cowles has been nominated and hopes for his election. He is not optimistic about New York but thinks there is a “fighting chance.”
1910-10-16
President Roosevelt will write in the volumes for Anna Roosevelt Cowles, and he is sorry to see Joseph W. Alsop lose out on a nomination.
1906-10-18
Governor Roosevelt shares his thoughts about several potential positions he might pursue, including the Governor Generalship of the Philippines, the Vice Presidency, or a cabinet position. He is satisfied with his work and his legacy, having fought for truth and decency; he is more than happy with his friends.
1900-01-23
Governor Roosevelt does not want the vice presidency; instead he wants to continue to be governor, where he believes he can accomplish more. With regard to the Second Boer War, Roosevelt sympathizes with the British, for he sees that they and the Boers are both fighting for that in which they believe.
1900-02-02
Governor Roosevelt has firmly decided he will not accept the Vice Presidency. He is corresponding with Frederick Courtenay Selous, a big game hunter from South Africa, about the Second Boer War.
1900-02-05
Governor Roosevelt presents a detailed, multifaceted analysis of his next career move. He still favors the governorship and does not want the vice presidency, but he also sees that he may lose the gubernatorial election. He takes the advice of Henry Cabot Lodge to heart throughout his deliberations.
1900-04-30
Governor Roosevelt has accepted the nomination for vice president and reviews the political circumstances under which he changed his mind.
1900-06-25
Governor Roosevelt writes about the possibilities of being renominated for Governor of New York or chosen as a vice-presidential candidate. Roosevelt discusses the Second Boer War and the potentially dangerous commonalities between Great Britain’s military preparedness and that of the United States.
1899-12-17
Governor Roosevelt gives Anna Roosevelt Cowles his great thanks for her valuable Christmas gifts and shares details about his family’s activities on the day. He is pleased that everyone is healthy and although he is working hard, he is happy. He also discusses the war in South Africa briefly.
1899-12-27
Governor Roosevelt addresses General Johnson’s inquiry regarding fraud and the canals of New York, and defends himself of criticism he has received by Democrats and for his association with Senator Thomas Collier Platt. Roosevelt feels that his previous two years of public service speak for themselves, but that he is unsure of his political future other than the only position he absolutely does not desire is the Vice Presidency. Lastly, Roosevelt comments on the Boer War and the British handling of the situation.
1900-02-26