Note about visitors
A list of names noted to be “for ten o”clock tomorrow morning.”
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1902
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Sherman, J. S. (James Schoolcraft), 1855-1912
Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Oscar K. Davis
Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary writes to Oscar K. Davis regarding the organization of the tobacco trade to support Roosevelt’s campaign. The secretary includes letters on the topic and explains that he sent Mr. Sherman’s letters to Senator Dixon so as to receive Dixon’s input about how to proceed with the endeavor.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1912-07-19
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to H. C. Sticher
Theodore Roosevelt writes to H. C. Sticher of The Free Press, Osage City, Kansas, in response to reports of his over-indulgence of alcohol during the Republican National Convention in Chicago. Roosevelt contends that he is 33 years sober. He includes letters drafted by Dr. Abbott and family physician Dr. Lambert as proof of his sobriety.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1912-07-15
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Alford Warriner Cooley
Theodore Roosevelt was relieved to receive Alford Warriner Cooley’s letter since he was upset to hear of Cooley’s relapse. He is interested in Cooley’s report of New Mexico and comments on the recent elections in New York, Massachusetts, and several other states. Roosevelt is staying neutral in presidential nominations and asserts he does not want the nomination.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-11-14
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Joseph Bucklin Bishop
Theodore Roosevelt shares with Joseph Bucklin Bishop that his letter is the first long one that Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt has been able to enjoy. He is glad Bishop likes John Avery McIlhenny and is interested in Bishop’s inside information about the political situation. Roosevelt comments on the recent elections, which were unfavorable for the Republican Party overall. His nephew, Theodore Douglas Robinson, won despite fraud by the J. S. Sherman machine.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-11-11
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Loeb
Theodore Roosevelt tells William Loeb about the county election in Herkimer County, New York that would have gone in favor of his nephew, Theodore Douglas Robinson, if not for corruption, bribery, and fraud among Robinson’s opponents. Roosevelt believes if the Direct Primary Vote bill is passed, Robinson and his friends will have control of Herkimer County.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-10-03
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Barnes
President Roosevelt has spoken with various New York Republicans about the wisdom of renominating Charles Evans Hughes for governor of the state. Although he appreciates the arguments against doing so, Roosevelt believes that it would do more damage to the party not to renominate him. He adds that based on reports in the press, someone talked about these conversations, but it was not him.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-08-21
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Barnes
President Roosevelt tells William Barnes that he will support the decision that the Republicans in Albany make, as he has given them his best judgment about the political situation in New York state. His judgment was based on information from various sections of the state. Roosevelt believes that Charles Evans Hughes will be nominated for governor, and that it would hurt the party more not to nominate him than to nominate him.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-08-24
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William H. Taft
President Roosevelt believes that President-Elect Taft’s sweeping victory proves that, with the possible exception of New York Governor Charles Evans Hughes, he was the only Republican who could have defeated William Jennings Bryan. Roosevelt looks forward to seeing Taft at the White House, and will invite Secretary of State Elihu Root to visit them. They will discuss what to do about finding away to oppose Joseph Gurney Cannon as Speaker of the House.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-11-10
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Charles Hitchcock Sherrill
President Roosevelt congratulates Charles Hitchcock Sherrill on the success of the procession in honor of William H. Taft and J. S. Sherman.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-11-01
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frank H. Hitchcock
President Roosevelt forwards to Frank H. Hitchcock, chairman of the Republican National Committee, a letter written by John Williams, labor commissioner of New York. Roosevelt agrees with most of what Williams has written regarding labor organization. Roosevelt believes that rather than sending political literature, which is a waste of money, states need organizations of the sort that New York has been trying to establish. He asks Hitchcock to see Williams about this.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-07-15
Telegram from Elihu Root to William H. Taft
Secretary of State Root is troubled by a comment that Secretary of War Taft made about friendship and past service having weight in the selection of a Chairman. Root tells Taft that such considerations should not come into play, and that he should select the most efficient and effective people in carrying out the presidential campaign. Root thinks that Taft should not make a selection for several weeks, as it can be useful to pay people compliments by getting their opinions, and Taft should consider all the options that are available to him.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-06-20
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Benjamin Ide Wheeler
President Roosevelt agrees with Benjamin Ide Wheeler regarding the nomination of J. S. Sherman for Republican Vice-Presidential candidate. Roosevelt had hoped to get Jonathan P. Dolliver or Albert Baird Cummins if Herbert S. Hadley was not available. Roosevelt expects the Republicans to carry the United States east of the Mississippi, but is not sure about the states west of it.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-06-22
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge
President Roosevelt promises to take up the ship business that Senator Lodge mentioned with Luke E. Wright. Roosevelt has heard of Lodge’s great success as chairman of the Republican National Convention, and thanks him for it. President Roosevelt also reflects on the upcoming presidential election, and thinks that the Republican party is in good shape, although there are some areas that could be more secure. He has begun preparations for the African safari he is planning to take once he leaves office, and hopes to be able to make it a scientific expedition rather than just a vacation. Roosevelt wants to “remain a man of action as long as possible,” even after leaving the presidency.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-06-24
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge
President Roosevelt asks Senator Lodge about rumors that he has heard concerning several planks in the Republican Party’s platform. Roosevelt thinks that omitting references to postal savings banks and injunctions would not be favorable. He also informs Lodge that he has heard protests against J. S. Sherman being nominated as the Vice Presidential candidate. William H. Taft thinks that discussion of the candidate for Vice President can be postponed until after the platform is adopted and the Presidential nominee selected.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1908-06-15
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Peters Hepburn
President Roosevelt would like Representative Hepburn to explain why the legislation shortening hours worked by railroad employees has stalled in committee. Roosevelt publicly promised that he would enact such legislation, and is eager to have it passed.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1907-02-14
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry C. Loudenslager
President Roosevelt thanks Representative Loudenslager for the letter and affirms his support to Loudenslager. Roosevelt hopes Loudenslager is correct about there being a Republican majority, but he will be content if they “turn up with twenty-five or thirty.”
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1906-11-05
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Timothy L. Woodruff
President Roosevelt discusses the best strategies for Republican victories in the upcoming elections in New York with Representative Woodruff. Roosevelt believes that gubernatorial candidate Charles Evans Hughes represents his policies “as regards internal affairs of the nation” and sees the possible election of William Randolph Hearst “as a smashing defeat.”
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1906-10-14
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Warner Miller
President Roosevelt expresses that he cannot “press such a view” that Miller suggests. Roosevelt cites men like Charles Evans Hughes, and Representative Sereno Payne, who believe the New York campaign for Governor should be a fought solely on state issues rather than putting any emphasis on the national government and its administration. Roosevelt notes that he and his cabinet have been at the service of the people of New York throughout the campaign, but it has been suggested to him that he should not alter the character of the campaign.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1906-10-17
Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Herbert Parsons
President Roosevelt discusses the best strategies for Republican victories in the upcoming elections in New York with Representative Parsons. Roosevelt believes that gubernatorial candidate Charles Evans Hughes represents his policies “as regards internal affairs of the nation” and sees the possible election of William Randolph Hearst “as a smashing defeat.”
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1906-10-14