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The jumping off place

The jumping off place

President Roosevelt stands at the precipice of a “presidency 1901-5” cliff as he holds “the big stick.” There is a sign beside him that reads, “The jumping off place.” A number of mountains behind him list the various positions Roosevelt has held previously: “member of legislators N.Y.,” “police commissioner N.Y.,” “lieut. col. Rough Riders,” “Assistant Sec. of Navy,” “Gov. of New York,” and “vice presidency.” Caption: A man with a big stick can travel a long way.—Theodore Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-09

Varden – Theodore Roosevelt

Varden – Theodore Roosevelt

In this Danish magazine sent to President Roosevelt by Ambassador Maurice Francis Egan, a profile of Roosevelt by Berthold de Linde appears on pages 14-22. The article details President Roosevelt’s life and accomplishments from his time at Harvard through becoming President. It particularly focuses on his strong moral character and good qualities.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-15

Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt

An English translation of a flattering article about President Roosevelt published by the Danish magazine Varden. Berthold De Linde describes his first encounter with President Roosevelt as an infantryman in the Spanish-American War. He then details Roosevelt’s life and accomplishments, from his time at Harvard to his ascendance to the presidency. De Linde particularly emphasizes Roosevelt’s strong moral character and tireless battle against corruption.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-15

List of information requests regarding Theodore Roosevelt’s military uniform

List of information requests regarding Theodore Roosevelt’s military uniform

Sculptor Frederick William MacMonnies has made several requests for information to help him create a sculpture of President Roosevelt, which are presented in this list. MacMonnies is looking specifically for Roosevelt’s army uniform worn during the Spanish-American War, any photographs that may exist of Roosevelt wearing the uniform, and information regarding the sword and belt Roosevelt wore in uniform.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-11-01

Letter from Alexander O. Brodie

Letter from Alexander O. Brodie

Alexander O. Brodie sent a copy of this letter to each man appointed as part of the honor guard for President Roosevelt’s inauguration. In the letter, Brodie lists several requirements, including the uniform, appropriate conduct, and how to report to the honor guard before the inauguration. Brodie requests that recipients accept or decline by wire, forwarded to him at Phoenix, Arizona.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-12-26

M’Clure to ask Teddy to aid him

M’Clure to ask Teddy to aid him

Former Rough Rider David Victor McClure may appeal to President Roosevelt to reinstate him in the Latonia Jockey Club after McClure’s suspension. McClure has been accused of being a dishonest rider, but he believes that evidence indicates to the contrary.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-09-12

News magazine of the screen: America’s heritage

News magazine of the screen: America’s heritage

After a brief presentation of Theodore Roosevelt’s biography accompanied by photographs, this item presents video clips, provided by the News Magazine Library, of Theodore Roosevelt after leaving the presidency. These clips include scenes of traveling during his safari in Africa, making speeches during the first World War, and speaking at Sagamore Hill. Additionally, there is a brief walking tour of several rooms in Sagamore Hill, including the sitting room, nursery, dining room, trophy room, and library.

Collection

Theodore Roosevelt Association

Creation Date

Unknown

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge

President Roosevelt received Senator Lodge’s letter and has already sent a letter to McDonald, likely referring to William Jesse McDonald. He also encloses his letter to Secretary of War Elihu Root. He informs Lodge that Governor Brodie of Arizona appointed Ben Daniels as the warden of the Arizona Penitentiary, both men former Rough Riders. When Roosevelt told John Hay of that fact, Hay responded, “Set a Rough Rider to catch a thief!”

Collection

Massachusetts Historical Society

Creation Date

1902-06-04

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge

President Roosevelt will discuss with Senator Lodge a controversy over the District Commissionership. Roosevelt encloses a copy of a letter he sent to Commissioner of Pensions Eugene F. Ware. Roosevelt is proud of the showing that the 1st Volunteer Cavalry makes in the loss and pension figures. In a handwritten postscript, Roosevelt suggests he will meet the Lodges in Newport, Rhode Island, for the christening, presumably of Lodge’s grandson, and go from there by car to Nahant, Massachusetts.

Collection

Massachusetts Historical Society

Creation Date

1902-08-07

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Cabot Lodge

President Roosevelt has decided to appoint W. Cameron Forbes to the Philippine Commission. Roosevelt will gladly stay with Senator Lodge in Nahant, Massachusetts, on Monday. Roosevelt has also recently concluded a somewhat trying camping trip with his children that included 16 miles of rowing. Roosevelt received a nice letter from Senator George Frisbie Hoar, and shall announce Oliver Wendell Holmes’s appointment to the United States Supreme Court today.

Collection

Massachusetts Historical Society

Creation Date

1902-08-11