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Letter from I. K. Russell to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from I. K. Russell to Theodore Roosevelt

I. K. Russell follows up on an earlier letter he sent discussing charges regarding Theodore Roosevelt’s attitude with Senator Reed Smoot retaining his seat after he was charged with polygamy. Further charges have been made regarding this and Russell would like a statement from Roosevelt about it. Russell provides information about his journalism background and strong support of Roosevelt’s policies.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-02-08

Letter from I. K. Russell to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from I. K. Russell to Theodore Roosevelt

I. K. Russell sends Theodore Roosevelt various clippings alleging his involvement in a suspected corrupt bargain involving Senator Reed Smoot. Russell believes that anti-Mormon sentiments are behind stories in Pearson’s, McClure’s, and Everybody’s about Utah politics. He points out that much of the reporting in the pieces is incorrect. While Russell knows that Roosevelt cannot address various reporting mistakes, he asks about the charges that Roosevelt was involved.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-02-02

Letter from William H. Moody to William Loeb

Letter from William H. Moody to William Loeb

Attorney General Moody shares with William Loeb his response to Senator Kearns in regards to Mr. Lippman proposing to work for the Salt Lake Tribune while also being employed by the attorney general’s office. Moody does not think it is a problem according to civil service rules and a statement by former Attorney General Knox as long as Lippman does not engage prominently in political matters.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-07-07