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President Roosevelt thanks Admiral Pillsbury for sending him the two letters from Admiral Charles S. Sperry and returns them. He is glad that the men have done well in rifle shooting and praises how well Sperry has carried out his duties. Roosevelt asks Pillsbury who he thinks is responsible for stories about misconduct of sailors on the fleet.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-23
President Roosevelt is pleased and impressed with Admiral Sperry’s reception in Japan and the behavior of the men there.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-24
President Roosevelt has received Edgar E. Clark’s letter regarding Midshipman Edward H. Connor. Roosevelt does not believe anything can be done in the matter, because Connor got drunk in Australia while “the whole fleet was on honor.” Roosevelt fears that pardoning Connor would be a “grave blow at the discipline of the navy.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-10-21
President Roosevelt congratulates Admiral Glass and the officers and enlisted men who participated in the parade for their appearance, and for reports that they are doing their duty. Roosevelt is especially pleased to hear about an improvement in marksmanship.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-05-13