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John M. Schick is pleased that President Roosevelt is taking up the application of his son, John L. Schick. He regrets that Roosevelt cannot receive the members of the Potomac Synod on October 18. Schick asks if he could send some messages of greetings instead.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-09-10
Theodore Roosevelt thanks Reverend Schick for his letter about his Church and family. Roosevelt is glad to hear Johnny is going to school, that James is working in the law, and that Mary runs the library in the Soldiers’ Home. He sends regards to Mrs. Schick and wishes he could help Schick now, but he has many demands on him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-11
William Loeb encloses a check from President Roosevelt as a contribution toward missions, especially those benefitting Hungarian and Bohemian immigrants. He also encloses an autographed photograph of Roosevelt for Reverend Schick’s son.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-11-23
President Roosevelt thanks John M. Schick for the letter, and says that when it comes time for him to leave Washington, D.C., he will regret leaving Grace Reformed Church, where Schick is pastor.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-06-24
President Roosevelt apologizes for missing church but Archibald B. Roosevelt is still sick, and Roosevelt does not want to take the chance of infecting others. He should be able to attend next Sunday.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-03-17
Reverend John M. Schick of Washington, D.C.’s Grace Reformed Church tells Theodore Roosevelt of the coming construction of a new building to accommodate the thriving Sunday School the church runs. He invites him to visit sometime, and says that while they are not seeking funds, “if [Roosevelt wants] to stand in with the old crowd there will be an open hand just this once.” Schick additionally tells Roosevelt of the many developments in his family, all of whom are doing well.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-08