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William B. Robinson asks Vice President Roosevelt to help his son get a government job. His son formerly did clerical work in the Philippines before being sent home for health reasons.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-03-27
Colorized postcard showing a sentry box on the stone wall surrounding the old city of Intramuros in Manila.
Unknown
1908
English
Colorized postcard of a shop keeper in front of his produce stand in Manila. A variety of produce, including plantains and corn, is on display in the stand.
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Postcard showing three women. Charles C. Myers notes they are native girls of the Philippines and their way of dressing.
In Charles C. Myers’s own words, “Three typical Philipine [sic] maidens.”
Postcard showing the Anda Monument and the surrounding area in Manila, Philippines. Many people are are gathered in front of the monument, and a boat with an American flag can be seen on the right side of the photograph.
In Charles C. Myers’s own words, “This is one of the open squares in the business part of the city and where street parades and many entertainments are held.”
Postcard showing a fire engine being drawn by two bulls and a crowd of people on the side of the street watching the procession. Charles C. Myers notes this is a parade.
In Charles C. Myers’s own words, “A scene during a fair and street parade in the city.”
Postcard showing several people in the botanical gardens in Manila, Philippines. A pond is in the foreground, and trees and benches are located along paths throughout the gardens. Charles C. Myers notes these gardens are known for their complete vegetation lists.
In Charles C. Myers’s own words, “During the time we were in the Philipines [sic] in 1909 there was consider-cholera there so our chances was [sic] very slim for visiting much in the places which we wanted to see. This is a view in the park in the city of Manila.”
Charles C. Myers describes a series of nineteen postcards illustrating his visit to the Philippines.
Charles C. Myers Collection
Unknown
President Roosevelt tries to push Secretary of War William H. Taft onto an already overloaded Republican elephant, which carries a lot of baggage: “Philippine scandal,” “Panama Canal supplies,” “tariff reduction,” “Loomis Rex. Whitewash,” “Morton Railroad Rebate scandal,” “Anti-trust fiasco,” and “wood Manila.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-09
An English translation of a flattering article about President Roosevelt published by the Danish magazine Varden. Berthold De Linde describes his first encounter with President Roosevelt as an infantryman in the Spanish-American War. He then details Roosevelt’s life and accomplishments, from his time at Harvard to his ascendance to the presidency. De Linde particularly emphasizes Roosevelt’s strong moral character and tireless battle against corruption.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-15
In this Danish magazine sent to President Roosevelt by Ambassador Maurice Francis Egan, a profile of Roosevelt by Berthold de Linde appears on pages 14-22. The article details President Roosevelt’s life and accomplishments from his time at Harvard through becoming President. It particularly focuses on his strong moral character and good qualities.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-15
A note instructs staff to find out from the War Department whether Secretary of War William H. Taft is going to China, or coming straight home from Manila. A reply below reports that Taft goes from Manila to Hong Kong going directly to San Francisco.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-09-02
David P. Barrows submits messages about Prescott Ford Jernegan’s School History and Adeline Knapp’s Story of the Philippines. Knapp’s book covers much of the same material as Jernegan’s book, but “in a much inferior way.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-03-08
Major McIntyre forwards William Loeb a cablegram addressed to President Roosevelt from Secretary of War William H. Taft. Taft states his visit to Berlin is only required if the German Emperor William II is also visiting the city. Additionally, unless Roosevelt thinks otherwise, he feels travel to Paris and the Isle of Wight are no longer necessary. Such changes will enable an earlier departure.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-11-08
Secretary of War William H. Taft addresses the Philippine Assembly at their inaugural gathering. Taft gives an overview of the American administration of the Philippines as well as his assessment of the challenges facing the Assembly in the fulfillment of their political duties.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-10-16
Secretary of War Taft responds to President Roosevelt’s letter regarding the candidacies of different Republican Party candidates. Taft thanks Roosevelt for talking to Secretary of the Treasury George B. Cortelyou and believes that Philander C. Knox would be a more independent president than his supporters believe. Taft believes Charles Evans Hughes is likely to be the man in the field against him and observes that he has received many expressions of good will while traveling across the continent. Taft mentions that he will set sail for the Pacific tomorrow and encloses a clipping on his speech in Seattle regarding capital and labor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-09-11