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Theodore Roosevelt writes to his father concerning school life in Germany. He also reports a run down of all the money in his account and reports on his health.
1873-07-20
Commissioner Roosevelt thanks his sister Anna for her recent visit. Anna was very helpful to Edith with new baby Kermit. Roosevelt is looking to sell a pair of his horses since his new position as Civil Service Commissioner has caused a reduction in his income.
1889-10-13
Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt updates his sister Anna on the status of the family. Edith and baby Kermit are doing well. Edith asked Frank to be Kermit’s godfather and Roosevelt wants Anna’s opinion on it. Roosevelt hopes that Anna will come back to visit soon and tells her to consult with their sister Corinne on when to come.
1889-10-17
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt (on behalf of Edith), inquiring about the dates of her upcoming visit. Edith would like Anna to be there for the christening of baby Kermit and asks her to thank Corinne Roosevelt Robinson for the dresses.
1889-10-22
Roosevelt, Edith Kermit Carow, 1861-1948; Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about recent happenings in Oyster Bay, New York. Roosevelt has been entertaining guests, including his brother Elliott and brother-in-law Douglas Robinson, and entered his ponies in the local races. Roosevelt is upset about an incident involving Alice and her canceled visit to Henderson House because sister Corinne’s mother-in-law did not have room for Alice’s nurse. He will be leaving to go West in a few days.
1888-08-05
President Roosevelt describes his trip to the World’s Fair in St. Louis with Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt, Alice Roosevelt, Corinne Roosevelt Robinson, Douglas Robinson, the Loebs and Doctor Rixey. He also says he injured his leg while boxing with Ted and the boys. At the end of the letter Roosevelt tells Kermit not to worry so much about his marks.
1904-11-29
Theodore Roosevelt and his friends set off large numbers of fireworks over the Fourth of July and they all have some burns. Corinne Roosevelt had an asthma attack but has recovered. Roosevelt is now permitted to stay in the water as long as he likes but he was almost drowned the other day after being caught under water. He is studying English, French, German, and Latin. (Date on original letter appears to be July 7, though this transcription bears the date July 9, 1872.)
1872-07-09
Theodore Roosevelt sends his and Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt’s compliments to Marion Couthouy Smith regarding her poem.
1915-11-06
Theodore Roosevelt informs Douglas Robinson that his wife loved the port and thanks him for his letter. Roosevelt expresses his relief that Monroe Douglas Robinson is all right and looks forward to dinner with the Robinsons and the Lodges.
1915-03-19
President Roosevelt informs his brother-in-law that he will be home for the election and hopes that he can see him and his sister, Corinne Roosevelt Robinson, during his brief visit. He also declines to be involved with the Children’s Aid Society, as his schedule is already full.
1902-10-29
President Roosevelt thanks Douglas Robinson for his letter and writes that he hopes to see him, whether or not he is able to see his sister, Corinne Roosevelt Robinson. Roosevelt notes that advice given to Corinne goes unheeded and expresses his concern for her health.
1902-10-30
President Roosevelt writes that he received the letter from Douglas Robinson. Roosevelt confirms that his wife received the gift of gloves and expresses his concern about his sister, Corinne Roosevelt Robinson.
1903-12-26
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Douglas Robinson for his letter and describes a battle near Santiago. Regarding the political effect of his involvement in the war, Roosevelt comments that he would “rather have led that charge and earned my colonelcy than served three terms in the United States Senate”. Roosevelt writes that he is in good health, despite the conditions, and has avoided yellow fever.
1898-07-27
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt agrees that it is best Corinne Roosevelt Robinson not come to visit, as he would not have time to see her. Roosevelt also writes that Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt is recovering from her operation and is now out of danger. Roosevelt mentions that he has been working a lot due to “serious matters ahead.”
1898-03-11
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt writes about his desire to be actively involved in the upcoming war, if possible. His position as Assistant Secretary of the Navy is useful in peaceful times, but in times of war is relegated to an “unimportant bureau chief.” Roosevelt advocates acting according to the policies he has supported. He also mentions an upcoming visit with his sister, Corinne Roosevelt Robinson, and his wife’s health.
1898-04-02
Civil Service Commissioner Roosevelt asks Douglas Robinson to deliver the enclosed check to pay up Roosevelt’s credit for the month.
1894-10-25
Theodore Roosevelt has sent some tintypes to his sister Anna so she can see the girls he so often talks about. He describes each of the tintypes and who is in them. He makes sure to stress that his sister must send them back. He asks her and Bessie to come visit.
1879-05-20
Theodore Roosevelt asks his sister Anna if “darling Muffie” accepted his letter. He lists what he has been doing with his free time. Also since a large portion of his college career is over, he must figure out what he wants to do once he graduates.
1878-10-13
Tranquility was the summer home that Theodore Roosevelt and his wife Martha Bulloch Roosevelt kept in Oyster Bay, New York. On the verandah, from left to right, are Martha Bulloch Roosevelt and Theodore Roosevelt. On the lawn, from left to right, are Edith Kermit Carow and Corinne Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1872
From left to right: standing, John Ellis Roosevelt, his wife (Nannie Vance), Elliott Roosevelt. Seated on chairs: Corinne Roosevelt, Anna Roosevelt. Seated on step: Theodore Roosevelt, ? Iselin.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1877-1880