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The London Times has proclaimed that by getting the Republican Party to nominate Secretary of War Taft for president, President Roosevelt has defeated the will of the Republican Party. It has praised this act as one of self-abnegation, and that Roosevelt has stuck to his sense of duty as a citizen.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-06-19
An article in The American Review of Reviews reflects on the current political situation in Congress, especially lamenting that both houses are controlled by powerful cliques who work in their own interests, often at the expense of legislation that would benefit the people. In particular, tariffs and appropriations for the construction of battleships are discussed. The author also speculates about the outcomes of the Republican and Democratic National Conventions and the upcoming presidential campaign, as well as the necessity of a good man to run the Republican convention.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-05-21
A list enumerating the number of seats that members of the diplomatic corps desire for the National Republican Convention on June 16, 1908.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-06
John Barrett, in a conversation with Clayton Powell, was asked to find out how many members of the diplomatic corps may wish to attend the Republican National Convention in Chicago. Barrett asks the recipient of this letter to let him know whether they, or any member of their Legation, wish to attend this convention. Barrett also asks whether they would be interested in attending the Democratic National Convention, and says that he will begin making arrangements if they wish.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-03-05
This memorandum records the events relating to a current request made to William Loeb that some of the seats at the Republican National Convention assigned to President Roosevelt be made available for the use of ambassadors and ministers from several Central and South American countries. John Barrett, director of the International Bureau of American Republics, had asked Clayton Powell for the use of several seats to accommodate these diplomats, but after initially receiving an affirmative answer later found that there were no seats available for this purpose. There was likely a misunderstanding or miscommunication sometime during these preparations, but the chief hope now is to avoid embarrassment in not being able to provide the expected seats.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-03
William Emlen Roosevelt tells the President Roosevelt of a recent conversation with Gherardi Davis. Davis inquired if Roosevelt desired to run again as the answer would inform his political actions. He t assures his cousin that he did not speak officially on his behalf and instead instructed Davis to ask the president. While hopeful of improvement, Emlen reports continued financial strain and foresees additional troubles. He reminds the president of his views against currency reform, believing such intervention will cause further issues, and, instead, advises legal resolution.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-11-08
An article in the New-York Tribune reprints a portion of an interview with New York Republican State Committee Chairman Timothy L. Woodruff. Topics of discussion include the successful Republican showing in the recent election, Woodruff’s support of President Roosevelt’s financial policies, the likelihood of Roosevelt’s renomination for a third presidential term, and the future of the Republican Party and Independence League fusion.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-11-07
The London Morning Post explains the current state of American presidential politics to its English audience, summarizing the nomination process, the controversy surrounding a possible third nomination for President Roosevelt, and the strengths and weaknesses of potential candidates from the Democratic and Republican parties. The writer also speculates on the possible political and military motivations behind the movement of the Great White Fleet.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-10-01
An article in the Glasgow Herald written in support of President Roosevelt seeking a third term in office. The author assesses the potential for several possible nominees in the event Roosevelt does not seek nomination and concludes that Secretary of War William H. Taft (the article inaccurately refers to him as the Secretary of State) is the most viable alternate candidate. Still, the author is confident that Roosevelt will be chosen as the Republican nominee.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-09
An article in the New York Times discusses Senator Thomas Collier Platt’s statements regarding President Roosevelt’s potential to influence the selection of the future Republican presidential candidate. Lucius Nathan Littauer has responded that Governor Charles Evans Hughes will be a serious contender, and that Roosevelt should consider shifting his support from Secretary of War William H. Taft in response. Additionally, Littauer comments that he does not think Benjamin B. Odell will win the Republican support needed to become State Chairman.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-09-03
The League of Lincoln-Roosevelt Republican Clubs of California announces its resolutions for pledging candidates in the next presidential election and the direction of the state legislature.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-01
Former New Mexico Governor Herbert J. Hagerman sent many private telegrams at public expense, which this newspaper article suggests reveals his corruption. Several personal telegrams are reprinted.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-07-15
The Kentucky Republican State Convention has resolved to select a candidate who is in full accord with President Roosevelt’s policies at the Republican National Convention. Rather than a Roosevelt supporter, republicans should nominate Roosevelt himself.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-06-21
An examination of contenders for the 1908 Republican presidential nominee, including a number of “favorite sons” and President Roosevelt, who has said he will not run again. However, popular opinion is strong for a “second elected term,” and Roosevelt does not have the right to select who will be president – only the people, who want him to carry on his unfinished work, can decide.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-06-13
The editors of the Oregonian discuss the possibility, spoken of in some political circles, that President Roosevelt will be nominated to run for president again in 1908, and the consequences of such an outcome.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-06-11
A memorandum of reasons why appointing a commissioner from Indiana would benefit President Roosevelt in advance of the Republican National Convention. Particularly, a commissioner from Indiana would contradict the rumors being spread that Indiana native Vice President Charles W. Fairbanks is President Roosevelt’s favorite for nomination at the Republican National Committee.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-06-04
Theodore Roosevelt thanks George von Lengerke Meyer for the salmon and for what he said regarding the libel suit. Roosevelt would like to arrange a visit with Meyer and Frank B. Kellogg, but does not see what can be done about “getting the Republicans and Progressives together.” Roosevelt feels that the Progressives are “sundered” from the Republican Party by two causes. The first is the “utter dishonesty” of men such as Boies Penrose, William Barnes, Winthrop Murray Crane, Elihu Root, and their associates who “stole the convention” last summer. The second cause is that the Progressive Party, unlike the Republican Party, have in their platform “applied the principles of Abraham Lincoln to the present day.” Roosevelt will never again work with a party controlled by the men guilty of the theft last June or with any party that “does not take in their entirety the principles of Abraham Lincoln applied to the needs of the present day.”
Massachusetts Historical Society
1913-06-09
Theodore Roosevelt has been informed that “certain office-holders” in Postmaster General George von Lengerke Meyer’s department intend to go to the Republican National Convention as delegates to express their support for Roosevelt’s renomination. Roosevelt tells Meyer that “this cannot be” and asks him to inform the officers that any advocacy or positions in favor of Roosevelt will be “regarded as a serious violation of official propriety.”
Massachusetts Historical Society
1907-11-19
Sheet music for “Teddy,” a souvenir from the 1912 Republican convention. The cover features a drawing of Theodore Roosevelt and the back cover has a cartoon of Roosevelt and William H. Taft in a ring with a number of hats representing state primaries on the mat. There is also a facsimile letter from Roosevelt to the composer, Minnie M. Seymour, complimenting her verses.
Dr. Danny O. Crew Theodore Roosevelt Sheet Music Collection
1912
Genearl Wood requests that John Campbell Greenway work to ensure that the Arizona delegation arrives at the Republican National Convention with instructions.
1920-02-27