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Joseph Adams Smith asks President Roosevelt about a historical fact regarding the battle between the ships the Alabama and the Kearsarge for an address Smith is delivering at the Union League of Philadelphia.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-04
In this Danish magazine sent to President Roosevelt by Ambassador Maurice Francis Egan, a profile of Roosevelt by Berthold de Linde appears on pages 14-22. The article details President Roosevelt’s life and accomplishments from his time at Harvard through becoming President. It particularly focuses on his strong moral character and good qualities.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-15
An English translation of a flattering article about President Roosevelt published by the Danish magazine Varden. Berthold De Linde describes his first encounter with President Roosevelt as an infantryman in the Spanish-American War. He then details Roosevelt’s life and accomplishments, from his time at Harvard to his ascendance to the presidency. De Linde particularly emphasizes Roosevelt’s strong moral character and tireless battle against corruption.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-15
Theodore Roosevelt encloses a letter he wrote to journalist Julian Ralph for his sister Anna Roosevelt Cowles to read. The Roosevelt household is quarantined because of son Kermit’s “diphaeretic sore throat.” He describes the guests at a recent dinner.
1896-03-15
Thomas J. Cummins asks President Roosevelt to recommend him for the position of eastern literary representative of the St. Louis Exposition, currently vacant after the death of Julian Ralph.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-01-21
W. B. Hastings sends news that Julian Ralph is going to the Transvaal for the Daily Mail, presumably to report on the Boer War; and will be the “only American correspondent on the field.” He also relates viewing a large demonstration at Trafalgar Square.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-09-28