Letter from Frank Harper to Alfred Walker
On behalf of Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt, Frank Harper thanks Alfred Walker for the letter and music.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1912-11-01
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Political ballads and songs
Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Florence Heath Mitchell
On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary thanks Florence Heath Mitchell for the letter and songs. He suggests that Mitchell contact the Progressive National Committee regarding the distribution of the songs, as Roosevelt is “unable to endorse any particular song written for this campaign.”
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1912-10-03
Creator(s)
Letter from Frank A. Johnson to Theodore Roosevelt
Frank A. Johnson sends Theodore Roosevelt a copy of the patriotic song he has written. Many people like the song, but Johnson is interested in hearing Roosevelt’s opinion of it.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-03-04
Creator(s)
Letter from Booker T. Washington to William Loeb
Booker T. Washington encloses a song he would like William Loeb to present to President Roosevelt.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1904-08-09
Creator(s)
We are for Bliss
Sheet music for “We Are For Bliss,” a campaign song supporting A. T. Bliss, the Republican candidate for governor of Michigan. The cover features an illustration of Bliss riding a Republican elephant and being cheered on by various supporters, such as old soldiers and farmers. The end page features an illustration of President McKinley and Governor Roosevelt with the statement, “Let Well Enough Alone.”
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1900
Creator(s)
Would you rather be a Tammany tiger than a teddy bear
Sheet music for “Would You Rather be a Tammany Tiger or a Teddy Bear,” a campaign song for William Jennings Bryan’s 1908 presidential campaign. The cover features an illustration of a teddy bear and doll-like tiger.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1908
Creator(s)
For honor, flag, and nation
Sheet music for “For Honor, Flag, and Nation,” a campaign song for the congressional campaign of William Connell. The lyrics also mention President McKinley and Governor Roosevelt, the Republican presidential ticket. The cover features a photograph of Connell.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1900
Creator(s)
Big Bill for me
Sheet music for “Big Bill for Me,” a campaign song supporting William H. Taft’s 1908 presidential campaign. The lyrics state that Taft “has Teddy’s policies from the inside.” The cover features a photograph of Taft.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1908
Creator(s)
Our president
Sheet music for “Our President,” a campaign song for President Roosevelt’s 1904 presidential campaign. The cover features a photograph of Roosevelt.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1904
Creator(s)
Man in Washington
Sheet music for “The Man in Washington,” a song praising President Roosevelt and his accomplishments. The cover features a photograph of Roosevelt.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1908
Creator(s)
Oh, William Taft
Sheet music for “Oh, William Taft,” a campaign song for Taft’s 1912 presidential campaign. The lyrics mention Theodore Roosevelt and his support for the Republican Party.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1911
Creator(s)
Bust the trusts
Sheet music for “Bust the Trusts,” a campaign song for Governor Wilson’s 1912 presidential campaign. The cover features a photograph of Wilson flanked by American flags.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1912
Creator(s)
Republican campaign songs for 1908
Republican Party song music for the 1908 presidential election. The cover features an illustration of the Republican ticket, William H. Taft and J. S. Sherman. Only a portion of the songbook is included.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1908
Creator(s)
My hat’s in the ring
Sheet music for “My Hat’s in the Ring,” a phrase Theodore Roosevelt used when announcing his 1912 presidential candidacy.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1912
Creator(s)
When Bryan comes to the White House in nineteen hundred nine
Sheet music for “When Bryan Comes to the White House in Nineteen Hundred Nine,” a campaign song for William Jennings Bryan’s 1908 presidential campaign. Cover features a photograph of Bryan and an unnamed singer that has featured the song.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1908
Creator(s)
That’s politics
Sheet music for “That’s Politics,” a song from the stage play A Broken Idol. The lyrics cynically look at politicians, including a verse about Theodore Roosevelt and his decision to not run for election in 1908.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1908
Creator(s)
Roosevelt’s the man
Sheet music for “Roosevelt’s the Man,” a song which praises President Roosevelt’s accomplishments and character. The cover features a small, oval photograph of Roosevelt surrounded by a large, decorative frame.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1904
Creator(s)
Teddy the tried and true
Sheet music for “Teddy the Tried and True,” a campaign march for Theodore Roosevelt’s 1912 presidential campaign. The cover features a photograph of Roosevelt sitting at a desk.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1912
Creator(s)
Teddy’s in the ring
Sheet music for “Teddy’s in the Ring,” a campaign song for Theodore Roosevelt’s 1912 presidential campaign. The cover features an illustration of a cowboy or cavalry hat with Roosevelt’s initials and six teddy bears, including two bears in formal wear that are firing pistols.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1912
Creator(s)
The people’s choice campaign song
Sheet music for “The People’s Choice,” a campaign song for Theodore Roosevelt’s 1912 presidential campaign. The song is dedicated to Roosevelt.
Collection
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
Creation Date
1912