Pensions

Letter from Bertha Gray Zalinski to Theodore Roosevelt

Bertha Gray Zalinski apologizes for confusing Theodore Roosevelt, she sent Roosevelt two letters, but it appears he only read the second and therefore did not get all the details. Zalinski is trying to get her brother’s pension because she depended on him for support and helped him with his work. There are precedents, but Zalinski feels that because she is a woman, she is not being given the same treatment as those in similar situations but male. She hopes that because Roosevelt knew her brother, he might use his influence to help her.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-17

Creator(s)

Zalinski, Bertha Gray, 1850-1936

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Bertha Gray Zalinski

On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary informs Bertha Gray Zalinski she did not state what she wished Roosevelt to do for her in her letter. If she desires a pension, Roosevelt is unable to help since he is no longer in office.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-14

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Rebecca B. Swezey

Theodore Roosevelt tells Rebecca B. Swezey, “Sister Rebecca,” that he is sympathetic with her uncle’s circumstances but since he is no longer in any official position, all he can do is forward her letter on to the Commissioner of Pensions and ask him to look into the matter. Roosevelt hopes the commissioner will grant her uncle’s request.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-13

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Clay Evans

President Roosevelt asks Commissioner of Pensions Evans to state the position in clearer terms. He would like to definitively answer people who claim that medical referees should not pass on what legal referees have done.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-19

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Clay Evans

President Roosevelt would like to meet with Commissioner Evans to discuss amendments to the pensions report.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1901-10-12

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Sarah W. Loud to Theodore Roosevelt

Sarah W. Loud expresses to Theodore Roosevelt that her husband, Civil War veteran Thomas B. Loud, has been unjustly kept at the Soldiers’ Home in Chelsea rather than allowed to live at home with her. She recounts his military service, declining health, and the actions of local officials that resulted in his pension being withheld and adequate aid denied, causing their prolonged separation. Loud appeals to Roosevelt for help in securing a pension sufficient to support him at home, describing her emotional and financial hardship and her faith in Roosevelt’s sense of justice.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-12

Creator(s)

Loud, Sarah W., 1847-1914

Letter from Thomas B. Loud to Sarah W. Loud

Tom B. Loud tells his wife, Sarah W. Loud, that he feels well, got a visit about his pension, received fruit from family, asks about payment for a shed, and says he needs money for a haircut.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-10

Creator(s)

Loud, Thomas B. (Thomas Biscoe), 1837-1912

Letter from Assistant Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to J. E. Ralph

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs J. E. Ralph that Roosevelt cannot grant or increase his pension, and Ralph should get in touch with the Pensions Bureau in Washington, D.C.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-06-24

Creator(s)

Assistant Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry W. Knight

Theodore Roosevelt writes Henry Knight that he “has always been and always shall be in favor of meeting any legitimate claims” in pensions for soldiers.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-06-07

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Joseph H. Brown

Theodore Roosevelt is sorry but he cannot help Joseph H. Brown with his pension problem. Roosevelt no longer interferes in official matters since leaving the White House.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-06-04

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to C. H. Miller

Theodore Roosevelt assures C. H. Miller that the statements made by Congressman Sulloway are completely false. Roosevelt has always been in favor of giving pensions to soldiers who have served their country.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-27

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to James Farmer

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt does not “interfere in any official matter of any kind or sort” regarding pensions and refers James Farmer to the Commissioner of Pensions for the answer to his question.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-04-05

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to H. F. Reese

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt does not “interfere in any official matter of any kind or sort” regarding pensions and refers H. F. Reese to the Commissioner of Pensions for the answer to his question.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-04-05

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to John Alden Seabury

The secretary of Theodore Roosevelt informs John Alden Seabury that Roosevelt receives many requests to help people receive or increase pensions, but, although he sympathizes, he has declined to involve himself in official business since leaving the White House. He encourages Seabury to contact the Commissioner of Pensions at the federal Pensions Bureau.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-04-04

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Mary J. Baldwin

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains that Roosevelt does not “interfere in any official matter of any kind or sort” regarding pensions and refers Mrs. Amzi Baldwin to the Commissioner of Pensions for the answer to her question.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-04-05

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Alice Richardson

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains to Alice Richardson that Roosevelt cannot help with her pension case. If she is unsatisfied with her lawyer, she can contact Commissioner of Pensions James L. Davenport for help.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-07

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Sarah W. Loud

On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary acknowledges receipt of Sarah W. Loud’s letter and informs here there is nothing he can do. He recommends she contact the Commissioner of Pensions.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-20

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Daniel Kellaber

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary writes that Roosevelt is “unable to interfere in matters relating to pensions” and refers him to the Commissioner for Pensions, in whom Roosevelt has great confidence.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-08-28

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Alexander L. Lucas

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary discusses the enclosed letter from the Pension Department to Alexander L. Lucas. He explains why he was placed in New York City and why he cannot be immediately transferred to San Francisco.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-08-28

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Laura J. Haines

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary explains to Laura J. Haines that Roosevelt cannot help concerning her pension case. He directs her to contact Commissioner of Pensions James L. Davenport.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-08-21

Creator(s)

Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt