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Charlotte Matson asks Theodore Roosevelt to what use the money won from his Nobel Peace Prize was put. A lecturer speaking on the Nobel Prize asked the audience to find out how Roosevelt used the prize money, but Matson has limited resources so she is asking Roosevelt directly.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-24
Theodore Roosevelt suggests Mrs. M. S. Brunton search the public library for the speech in question.
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1917-06-22
Theodore Roosevelt’s Secretary responds to L. L. Loar that Roosevelt does not drink whiskey and does not usually make speeches in churches on Sundays. Loar is referred to public libraries to read Roosevelt’s published speeches and addresses for his views on public questions.
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1912-06-07
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary tells Robert S. Bessay that Roosevelt does not have any material that would help Bessay write his speech, and suggests he consult a public library.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-18
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary recommends H. V. Meyer checks a public library for books collecting Roosevelt’s thoughts on irrigation.
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1911-09-20
The secretary of Theodore Roosevelt suggests that Frank B. Lindsay consults his public library and searches for books written by Theodore Roosevelt to find the information he is looking for.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-06
The secretary of the Theodore Roosevelt informs A. L. Sugarman that Roosevelt does not give his opinion upon public questions outside what he has said in his public speeches. The secretary suggests that Sugarman utilize a public library or similar institution to access these speeches.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-08-29
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary regrets that Roosevelt cannot give G. B. Kuykendall the information requested and suggests that Kuykendall contact the Genealogy Department of the New York City Public Library.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-26
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary directs Matilda Loewy to read Roosevelt’s book The Rough Riders, which she can find in any public library, to learn about the Spanish-American War.
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1911-06-05
Theodore Roosevelt is sorry that he cannot accept the invitation of George Lockhart Rives, President of the New York Public Library, but Roosevelt tells him that the new library building is “splendid.”
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1911-05-19
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary refers John C. Sherman to the biography of Roosevelt written by Jacob Riis and sends Sherman a pamphlet of information about Roosevelt.
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1911-02-17
Frank Harper explains to Fred G. Stearns that Theodore Roosevelt does not make statements for publication. Harper refers Stearns to Roosevelt’s published speeches found at any public library.
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1911-02-01
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs Vaughan H. Griffiths that the only way to learn Roosevelt’s opinion on any matter is to look at one of his published speeches.
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1911-01-23
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary informs Earl H. Cargill that the only way to obtain Roosevelt’s opinion on Cargill’s question is to refer to his published speeches.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-01-23
H. W. Parker discusses public librarians’ importance and dedication to their work. Despite this, they receive low pay. Parker comments on the idea of pensioning librarians after twenty-five years of service. However, raising money has been difficult. Parker asks Theodore Roosevelt to advocate the cause to someone interested in library work, such as Andrew Carnegie.
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1911-10-30
Emma Betterman Jennings asks Theodore Roosevelt to donate some of his books to the new public library and reading room in Wickenburg, Arizona. The many local Roosevelt supporters would greatly appreciate it. As a result of the passing of the local option, the library is also adding a saloon property.
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1911-08-24
Robert Rutherford Drummond asks Theodore Roosevelt to donate copies of his books to the Bangor Public Library to replace those lost in a fire.
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1911-08-11
A. Judson Rich asks Theodore Roosevelt to speak at the dedication of the public library in Dighton, Massachusetts.
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1911-04-18
Douglas Robinson discusses the details and scheduling of President Roosevelt’s trip to Herkimer County, New York, for the dedication of a library in the name of Robinson’s parents.
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1908-08-11
Corinne Roosevelt Robinson, unbeknownst to her husband Douglas Robinson, asks President Roosevelt if it would be possible for him to attend the dedication of a “little Memorial Library to Mr. & Mrs. Robinson” in Jordanville, NY (now the Jordanville Public Library). Many more trains are available to make the trip than before. She says it is Douglas Robinson’s dearest wish, but he will not ask Roosevelt himself as he feels Roosevelt is already too busy. She understands if Roosevelt is unable to attend.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-22