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President Roosevelt writes to his sister-in-law Emily Tyler Carow of his family’s summer fun which includes horseback riding, picnics, romping in the barn and plays.
1903-08-16
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about son Kermit’s upcoming visit to see his Aunt Corinne. He had word from Chamberlain that “dear old Bob” turned up safe. Roosevelt and wife Edith have also been doing a quite a bit of socializing.
1894-01-13
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about the recent social happenings in Washington. He and wife Edith have attended many political dinners, including one at Senator Brice’s, and encountered a multitude of individuals. Roosevelt does not think highly of the intellect of some of his colleagues. Son Kermit has now acquired the chicken pox.
1894-02-18
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about his recent four day trip with a friend to Aiken, Virginia. While there, he engaged in fox hunting and polo playing.
1894-03-19
A picture letter caricaturing Theodore Roosevelt’s son Kermit and daughter-in-law Belle. It depicts the “Hurrahs” reading instead of preparing to catch a train while an upset clock and sister-in-law look on.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1916-1918
Theodore Roosevelt informs Edgar Huidekoper Wells that Archie Roosevelt is recovering from his wounds and that Kermit Roosevelt, now a captain in the United States Artillery, received the British Military Cross. Theodore Roosevelt notes that he knew Wells was a captain.
1918-06-14
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about his upcoming travel plans west. He asks Anna if her employee Bob and Alec Lambert would like to go with him. He also updates her on the status of the family. They had a pleasant Fourth of July. Their uncle James King Gracie is sad over the death of his wife. Their brother Elliott is to leave New York Saturday.
1893-07-05
Article reporting the birth of Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and Eleanor Butler Roosevelt’s second child and first son, Theodore Roosevelt III. His grandfather, former president Theodore Roosevelt, was cabled the news in England, where he had arrived from Spain after attending the wedding of his son Kermit and Belle Wyatt Willard.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1914-06-16
Photograph of Kermit Roosevelt and Belle Wyatt Willard Roosevelt’s wedding party. Belle is seated center and Kermit is standing far right next to Belle’s mother, Belle Layton Wyatt Willard. Theodore Roosevelt is center and to the right is Belle’s father, Ambassador Joseph E Willard. Belle’s sister, Elizabeth Willard is seated left of Belle.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1914-06-06
Invitation to the wedding of Kermit Roosevelt and Belle Wyatt Willard. The invitation is addressed to “Miss Roosevelt,” possibly meaning Grace Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1914
Willard, Joseph Edward, 1865-1924; Willard, Belle Layton Wyatt
Theodore Roosevelt updates his sister Anna on the status of the family. Three of the children now have the measles. Despite the sick children, they have still managed to do a fair amount of socializing. Henry Cabot Lodge has been a “comfort” to wife Edith.
1893-02-12
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt telling her about his recent trips to Boston and Groton. He gave a speech at Groton School where he hopes sons Ted and Kermit will be able to attend.
1893-06-27
J. M. Studebaker received President Roosevelt’s letter thanking him for sending gift of Studebaker wagon to Roosevelt’s son, Quentin. Studebaker describes the founding of Studebaker Brothers Manufacturing Company. Hopes to see Roosevelt nominated for president in 1904.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-31
Douglas Robinson discusses the will of James King Gracie, which allots inheritance in the amount of $30,000.00 to President Roosevelt, $5,000.00 to Ethel, and $5,000.00 to Kermit. Robinson will send Roosevelt a copy of the will after it is probated.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-29
As advised by Secretary of War Root, William S. Cowles requests that Benjamin F. Montgomery give President Roosevelt’s sons two tent pins retrieved from the Santiago Battlefield where Roosevelt and Leonard Wood pitched their tent during the Spanish-American War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-18
Freiherr Hermann Speck von Sternburg comments on explorer Clement Littledale’s visit with President Roosevelt in Washington, D.C. Sternburg informs Roosevelt of his own plans to visit in November.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-08
The headmaster at Groton School, Sherrard Billings, writes to President Roosevelt in request of a circular letter to use during his travels in Europe. Billings offers to deliver confidential messages from Roosevelt and conveys that Roosevelt’s sons, Theodore and Kermit, are well.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-13
Endicott Peabody sends thanks to President Roosevelt for planning to visit Groton School and praises Roosevelt’s son, Kermit.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-10-27
Sherrard Billings reports to President Roosevelt on the studies of his sons Ted and Kermit Roosevelt at Groton School. He requests an autographed photograph from President Roosevelt and prays for a successful year in Washington, D.C.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-10-01
Montagu White sent autographs of the Boer generals for Kermit Roosevelt and congratulated President Roosevelt on mediating the Anthracite Coal Strike. He requests that Roosevelt speak out regarding conditions in the Transvaal which is attempting to recover after the South African War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-10-18