Political candidates--Public opinion

President Roosevelt asks that editor and publisher Robert J. Collier treat this letter with confidentiality. Roosevelt thinks Cyrus Packard Walbridge is the better candidate for Missouri Governor than Joseph Wingate Folk, although he has never said so publicly. Any comments made by William Allen White about Roosevelt changing his opinion of Folk are “arrant nonsense.” Folk had compromised his potential by appearing on the ticket with “boodlers” (those who obtain money dishonestly). It should be assumed that the president does not intervene in state matters, but if he did, he would support his party, not a Democratic candidate.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-10-20

Ernest A. Hempstead believes that by the first of June, if the “Old Guard” of Republican leaders feel Woodrow Wilson cannot be beaten, they may consent to the nomination of Theodore Roosevelt. Hempstead believes that there is a change in public opinion toward Roosevelt, because of his advocacy of a strong Army and Navy.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1916-02-02

John Potter Whittren sends Theodore Roosevelt a marked copy of his newspaper, the Daily Nugget, which illustrates Alaska’s opinion of Roosevelt.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-11

Gilbert B. Daniels sends Theodore Roosevelt editorials illustrating his thoughts about the upcoming presidential election. He believes that in trying to please everyone, President William H. Taft has pleased very few and is unlikely to be re-elected. Daniels comments on who seems to favor which Democratic candidate. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-09

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-10

Creator(s)

Gallagher, W. C.

Recipient

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Harvey W. Compton sends Theodore Roosevelt an article that he feels expresses the truth regarding the political situation in Ohio. He believes that President William H. Taft stands no chance of securing an Ohio delegation to the next national convention. Compton hopes Roosevelt will reconsider accepting the nomination, especially as people in Ohio see him as the only trustworthy candidate. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-11

Connor B. Preston shares his opinion on President William H. Taft’s prospects if re-nominated. He knows that the Republicans and many Democrats will vote for Theodore Roosevelt if he is nominated. Only Roosevelt can save the Republican Party. Preston wants Roosevelt to allow his friends to “stampede the convention.”  

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-06

R. H. Rose seeks to present a new angle of the 1912 presidential campaign to Theodore Roosevelt. He claims that since Roosevelt is responsible for the election of President William H. Taft, “the most disappointing president,” he owes it to the Republican Party and the country to repair the damage. Rose believes the Republican Party cannot field any other candidate besides Roosevelt, as he can harmonize the party’s factions and has sway with Democratic voters. He heard the same opinion expressed throughout his recent travels across the country.  

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-03

Daniel C. Resnick sends Theodore Roosevelt his letter to President William H. Taft, expressing the sentiment of New Hampshire’s rank and file. He assures Roosevelt that many “unbiased republicans, and a host of democrats” still have confidence in him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-08-14

C. McConnell assures Theodore Roosevelt of the people’s undiminished love for him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-08-15

Presley W. Morris sends Theodore Roosevelt a clipping from the West Virginia State Journal advocating for Roosevelt to be the Republican presidential nominee, and would like to hear Roosevelt’s opinion of it. Morris is the editor of the State Journal, and believes it to be the first Republican paper to suggest Roosevelt’s candidacy for 1916.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-07-01

Frederick D. Tucker has loyally supported Roosevelt but suspected him to be a “Standpatter,” which was confirmed as he “stood pat” in his controversy with Governor Simeon E. Baldwin.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-28

Georgina Case Sawyer asks Theodore Roosevelt if she and her mother, Augusta Case, can stop by Sagamore Hill. Sawyer’s mother is a staunch “Rooseveltian” and stood firm in her support during the last campaign.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-25

George Bignell comments on the country’s lack of moral conscience and Theodore Roosevelt’s square deal. He encourages Roosevelt to continue his good work. Additionally, he encloses a letter on raising funds for the Layman’s Missionary Movement.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-24

Edward J. Meier wants Theodore Roosevelt to know that the masses are not against him and will show it when given the opportunity.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-19

La Rue Tiers, a “thoroughly serious admirer[s],” is grateful the recent election has not caused Theodore Roosevelt to stop his political activity, as he encourages the patriotism of the common people.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-19

D. C. Sigsbee shares that there was applause when Jacob Riis mentioned Theodore Roosevelt’s name during his speech.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-18

Representative Cocks asks Theodore Roosevelt for his opinion of political candidate, but suggests he not commit himself to anyone in particular.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-12

William L. French appreciates Theodore Roosevelt’s “dandy work” during the recent political campaign. He insists Roosevelt continue his involvement in politics.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-12

E. J. Lesperanez expresses his support of Theodore Roosevelt. He hopes Roosevelt will “come back” despite defeat. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-11