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A statue of President Roosevelt stands on a plinth, holding “the big stick” and “the Earth.” New York Senator Thomas Collier Platt lies on the ground pointing accusingly at New York Governor Benjamin B. Odell holds a “governor” sword. In the background, Abraham Gruber, Lemuel Ely Quigg, and John Raines brandish their swords and walk away.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-09-15
At a meeting of his supporters in the Republican County Committee, Senator Thomas Collier Platt spoke at length in favor of Congressman Jacob Van Vechten Olcott’s election as president of the committee. Platt believes that while both men would act independent of machine politics, Olcott is a better choice than Representative Herbert Parsons.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-11-24
Representative Parsons thanks President Roosevelt for the kind words. He is proud to have led those loyal to Roosevelt. Parsons describes the “terrorism” and “thuggism” that occurred during the recent district polling.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-19
President Roosevelt has had several meetings with individuals interested in the federal officeholders of New York City. It appears likely that a “shake-up” is imminent with these appointments.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-07
Thomas B. Reed, in the role of “Lohengrin,” arrives to rescue “Elsa” as the “Republican Party of New York,” with Thomas Collier Platt in the role of “Telramund” and Lemuel E. Quigg in the role of “Ortrud,” his wife. They are all at the gate of a castle and a swan labeled “Aspiration” is in a moat at far left. Caption: “The Republican Elsa would gladly be rescued from her oppressors.”
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1897-12-15
Senator Platt suggests that President Roosevelt meet with Lemuel Ely Quigg.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-10
Chairman of the New York State Republican committee Benjamin B. Odell will inform Frederick William Holls about the meeting in Yonkers. Governor Roosevelt plans to send a letter to Lemuel Ely Quigg about the possibility of Roosevelt and Holls being speakers at the Cooper Union meeting.
1898-10-11
Two Republican clubs, the Austro-Hungarian Republican League and the Colored Republican Club, will be factors in the coming campaign, in support of President Roosevelt’s re-election.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-04
Lieutenant Colonel Roosevelt writes that he has sent Congressman Quigg a letter. Roosevelt makes future lunch plans with Douglas Robinson and mentions that he enjoyed having Theodore Douglas Robinson visit.
1898-09-13
Theodore Roosevelt does not think that Hamilton Fish II needs to reply to William R. McCredie’s letter. Roosevelt responds to Herbert Parson’s letter to Fish, in that Roosevelt never wanted personal loyalty from Parsons, but wanted him to act honestly at the Republican National Convention. Roosevelt believes that the William H. Taft delegates were wrongfully seated.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-11-27
President Roosevelt agrees with William H. Taft’s view on tariffs but advises him to tread lightly and cautiously on all policy matters. Roosevelt also advises that Taft resist any attempts by George Barnsdale Cox to push him into the wrong positions, but that he remain on good terms, to avoid coming off as Governor Charles Evans Hughes does. Roosevelt advocates that Taft act as he did when in similar positions, avoiding conflict but fighting when necessary. Roosevelt believes he has taken a good shot at William Jennings Bryan.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-09-24
President Roosevelt congratulates Senator Lodge on his speech, as well as one from former Governor of Massachusetts John Lewis Bates. Roosevelt recently gave a speech in Harrisburg, and although he would not denounce his opponents by name, he calls out the “demagogs” and “agitators.” Roosevelt is concerned that the “corporation men” are swayed to vote for the Democratic candidates, believing the Republican party is likely to impose government regulations opposed to their interests.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-10-08
President Roosevelt asks New York Police Commissioner General Bingham to review and return the enclosed, confidential item. He requests that if Bingham is required to take action, he be impartial and “show all ruffians” that they will be “sternly required to observe the law.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-08
William Loeb sends Representative Olcott the text of a letter in which President Roosevelt evaluates the conflict between Representative Herbert Parsons and Olcott, who have both declared their candidacy for chairman of the County Committee in New York. Although Roosevelt knows that both men are independent, the public perceives them as being representatives of opposing factions within the state Republican party. If Parsons issues a statement declaring his independence from both Benjamin B. Odell and Senator Thomas Collier Platt, Roosevelt will advice Olcott to withdraw from the race.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-12-01
President Roosevelt evaluates the conflict between Representative Parsons and Representative Jacob Van Vechten Olcott, who have both declared their candidacy for chairman of the County Committee in New York. Although Roosevelt knows that both men are independent, the public perceives them as being representatives of opposing factions within the state Republican party. If Parsons issues a statement declaring his independence from both Benjamin B. Odell and Senator Thomas Collier Platt, Roosevelt will advise Olcott to withdraw from the race.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-11-27
President Roosevelt believes that financial legislation needs to be passed but it is opposed by Representative Cannon, who Roosevelt will be dining with over lunch. Roosevelt wants to work with Senator Platt and Governor Odell but has had conflicts with both. He also considers the “Quigg matter” and the fall elections.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-22
Lemuel Ely Quigg did not write, and President Roosevelt will not call for a meeting with him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-11
President Roosevelt laughed at Secretary Cortelyou’s response to Lemuel Ely Quigg’s proposal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-01
New York Representative Parsons returns some letters to William Loeb and describes his thoughts regarding the appointment of a new postmaster for New York City. In particular, Parsons does not support the appointment of Edward M. Morgan.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-07-03
New York Representative Parsons confirms a scheduled appointment with President Roosevelt at Sagamore Hill. Parsons will be uncomfortable with New York City Postmaster William R. Willcox in attendance, as he will be naming Willcox’s successor. This topic has been the subject of negative press coverage and pressure from businessmen to appoint Edward M. Morgan. Parsons returns several letters to William Loeb.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-07-02