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President Roosevelt writes a detailed explanation to General Wood about why he did not receive the military appointment he wanted. There was great opposition to Wood’s promotion. Most newspapers that supported Wood, only did so out of a duty to support the administration. The perception was that Wood was being appointed through favoritism.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-06-08
President Roosevelt is interested in what General Wood is doing with the Moros. Roosevelt had a challenging time getting Albert Leopold Mills confirmed and must pay more attention to seniority with his next brigadier general appointment. Roosevelt is also bracing himself for negative press coverage during the election. Roosevelt has tried to keep fit by doing Japanese wrestling over the winter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-06-04
Secretary of War Taft writes to President Roosevelt that there are enough troops to warrant having two Generals in Cuba during the United States’ occupation there, although James Franklin Bell would outrank Frederick Funston.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-10-03