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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 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
W. N. Mitchell would like to second Theodore Roosevelt at the Chicago convention, but Mr. Pierson from North Carolina will be doing so.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-06-03
Governor Roosevelt describes to General Johnson his nomination for the position of Vice President at the 1900 Republican National Convention and the flood of correspondence he has received since the event, stating that “it is absolutely out of the question to stop the rest of the country”.
1900-06-23
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
President Roosevelt writes that he will accept the Republican nomination for president and goes on to discuss the Republican party platform and his goals for the presidency.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1904-09-12
Assemblyman Roosevelt thanks Mr. Scott for his friendship and support. He discusses upcoming nominations and elections and says he will not work for “the machine.” This is a copy of the original letter made by Anna Roosevelt Cowles.
1884-01-27
This editorial from Leslie’s Weekly praises President Roosevelt’s letter of acceptance for the Republican Presidential nomination. It argues that the letter lays out the achievements and reasons to trust the Republican Party. It also gives reasons to distrust the Democratic Party. The newspaper calls Roosevelt and the letter “bold, decisive, direct, sincere, and fearless.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-09-22
Secretary of State Hay writes to clarify the meaning of a telegram he received from President Roosevelt about the nomination of Mr. Richardson.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-02
Senator Fairbanks’s capabilities and the importance of the office of the vice-president are discussed in these extracts of speeches by Elihu Root, Senator Marcus Alonzo Hanna, and Secretary of State John Hay.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904
President Roosevelt tells Joseph Bucklin Bishop he wishes he could convince Elihu Root to run for office. Roosevelt also asks Bishop to visit him in Oyster Bay so he can discuss matters with him and Nicholas Murray Butler.
1904-08-02
Article discusses the Speakership position and Brooklyn Republicans.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-12-22
Article discussing the actions of ex-Governor Benjamin B. Odell with current Governor Frank Wayland Higgins and the nomination for Speaker.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-12-22
Lyman Abbott returns to President Roosevelt a letter by Judge Jacob Trieber which described the positive actions of some white Southerners towards black Southerners. Abbott expresses his desire to see such news shared with Northerners. Abbott also mentions the delay in confirming the appointment of a black man, William Demos Crum.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-03-06
President Roosevelt writes to his son Kermit Roosevelt and relates stories of Archibald “Archie” B. Roosevelt and Quentin Roosevelt playing together. He says First Lady Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt is back but is not feeling well. Ethel Roosevelt’s confirmation went well. Roosevelt is still having trouble with the Senate holding up the nomination of Ben Daniels and other legislation. Kermit has written some math problems on the envelope.
1906-03-19
William L. Ward urges Theodore Roosevelt to maintain his commitment not to accept the presidential nomination unless it arises from the “honest, widespread desire of the people.”
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1912
Article states Theodore Roosevelt’s stand against Senator William Lorimer.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1912-07-13
Article discusses rumors that Collector Loeb will join the Roosevelt movement.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1912-07-24
Article reports that the “third party movement is not going ahead as smoothly as the Colonel had hoped”.
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
1912-07-18