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Theodore Roosevelt encourages William Sheffield Cowles to “make good” on his first few difficult months at school. A gentleman must be educated and be able to “hold his own among other gentlemen.” Roosevelt is proud of Cowles and wants him to “work hard and play hard at school.”
1911-12-03
Commissioner Roosevelt is working hard to organize the New York Police Department as he might be “legislated out of office.” He believes that he has accomplished a great deal. Roosevelt agrees with Captain Cowles that if Great Britain accepts arbitration or peacefully settles with Venezuela then European nations will recognize the Monroe Doctrine. Corinne Roosevelt Robinson has been staying with Roosevelt. Her health is poor but everyone is enjoying her company.
1896-02-11
Theodore Roosevelt found the peaches delicious and enjoyed hosting Admiral Cowles. He recently updated Corinne Roosevelt Robinson on the Roosevelts in his “neck of the woods.” President Taft has taken responsibility for the Controller Bay matter but Roosevelt was troubled that Taft knew nothing about the subject. Problems were insured after James Rudolph Garfield was replaced by Richard Achilles Ballinger as Secretary of the Interior.
1911-07-28
President Roosevelt updates Ethel Roosevelt on recent family news, particularly the activities of her brothers. He went on a “scramble” with the officers of the General Staff and War College. They did not travel fast but everyone made a gallant effort. Roosevelt understands Ethel’s annoyance at the “old bores” always talking to her about her father’s career. He compares her complaint to General Sherman loathing the song “Marching Through Georgia.”
1908-11-08
President Roosevelt feels anxious when thinking of Ethel Roosevelt taking chances but congratulates her on her hat and hair standing by. Roosevelt has been busy, including composing speeches and playing tennis with Ambassador J. J. Jusserand. Quentin Roosevelt hurt his knee playing football but has had some success with tennis. Quentin also reluctantly joined Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt for a picnic.
1908-11-10
The people of Nairobi remind Theodore Roosevelt of Rudyard Kipling’s stories, but locals do not appreciate the comparison. Kermit Roosevelt has been a great comfort and Roosevelt is very proud of him. Kermit has been taking part in race week but always on poor horses. Roosevelt describes some of the local people, including the “warlike Masai” and women “painted with vermillion and ochre.” He was glad to hear that the family was enjoying the European trip and does not want Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt to “economize in foolish ways.”
1909-08-01
Theodore Roosevelt never told Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt that he was not homesick. In fact, he is growing steadily more homesick. He does not want Edith to needlessly economize as his expenses have been less than expected. Roosevelt has been pleased with Ethel Roosevelt’s relationship with her brothers and Aunt Emily Tyler Carow. He also approves of the books she has been reading and wishes he could read them himself.
1909-08-24
President Roosevelt thanks his sister for her congratulations.
1904-10-27
President Roosevelt and his family are very concerned about William Sheffield Cowles Jr., who is ill.
1904
President Roosevelt is grateful for letters from Anna Roosevelt Cowles and William Sheffield Cowles, and thinks of them often.
1904
President Roosevelt is most concerned about young William Sheffield Cowles, Jr., whose ear problems may require surgery. Roosevelt wishes he could be with Anna Roosevelt Cowles and her family, and assures her everything will turn out all right.
1904
President Roosevelt continues to be worried about William Sheffield Cowles, Jr.’s ear problems and potential surgery. Roosevelt reassures his sister that the problems will turn out well, and Sheffield will recover completely.
1904
President Roosevelt is on a hunt in Oklahoma after being received well in Texas. He is still very worried about William Sheffield Cowles, Jr., who continues to struggle with his health. Roosevelt wishes he could help Sheffield or Anna Roosevelt Cowles.
1905-04-09
President Roosevelt writes from a train that he is eager to hear that William Sheffield Cowles, Jr., experienced no complications during his ear surgery and is recovering well. Roosevelt is also concerned about Anna Roosevelt Cowles, who has handled the difficulty with Sheffield’s health by herself for the last few months.
1905-04-14
After completing a successful hunt, President Roosevelt is relieved that William Sheffield Cowles Jr. is recovering from surgery.
1905-05-06
President Roosevelt was happy to see Anna Roosevelt Cowles and hopes William Sheffield Cowles Jr. is improving after his recent surgery. Roosevelt is pleased by the recent editorials and proud of the developments around the franchise tax.
1905-06-02
President Roosevelt hopes William Sheffield Cowles, Jr. is feeling better. Roosevelt was impressed by Cabot Ward in their first meeting this week.
1905-06-08
President Roosevelt tells Anna Roosevelt Cowles that Sallie Pickman Dwight’s letter was nice and that he plans to send her the photograph. Roosevelt is also glad to hear that William Sheffield Cowles “seems bustling and happy.”
1905-06-12
President Roosevelt believes Secretary of the Navy Paul Morton was unfairly attacked and wishes him well. Roosevelt looks forward to discussing the Russian-Japanese situation with Anna Roosevelt Cowles.
1905-06-25
When he sees them, President Roosevelt will explain to William Sheffield Cowles and Admiral Evans his reasons for not letting the squadron travel to New York.
1905-09-01