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Clark Howell informs Herman Henry Kohlsaat that President Roosevelt’s “horrible Crum appointment” is making him unpopular in the South. However, Howell will do all that he can to make sure that Roosevelt’s reputation is turned around for the best.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-06
Joseph Bucklin Bishop encloses a document for President Roosevelt. He comments on “the exhibition which Congress made of itself” and finds that Roosevelt looks good in comparison.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-04
Senator Platt encloses a letter from William Barnes which he believes “voices the sentiments of a large number of people.” Platt believes that President Roosevelt might find some of the suggestions useful.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-11-22
Montagu White met with Governor Roosevelt and found him to be sympathetic to the Boers. However, Roosevelt did not think he would have an opportunity to assist those who are working for peace and conciliation. White does not regret having come to the United States but is finding it difficult to imagine a committee that would bring pressure on the administration to work for peace.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1900-02-05
Montagu White is glad that Frederick Courteney Selous is answering Governor Roosevelt’s questions about “the South African difficulty.” White believes that American public opinion is growing in favor of the Boers, and that those who wish to preserve the special friendship with Great Britain should push for peace in order to prevent anti-British feeling. White thinks that if the Boers lose their independence, Britain will lose South Africa.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1900-03-06
An editorial on the upcoming 1908 United States presidential election describes the contest as “a battle of giants.” It confidently declares President Theodore Roosevelt as the Republican Party candidate. Roosevelt has built a strong “personal following.” The Democratic Party must be prepared.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-03-10