United States. Army. Volunteer Cavalry, 1st

Speech by Theodore Roosevelt

President Roosevelt addresses the South Carolina Inter-State and West Indian Exposition by first remarking upon the healing and reunification that has taken place since the Civil War and praising South Carolina. He approves of the exhibition’s effort to involve the West Indies, and feels that they will play a greater role in American policy going forward. The exhibition was made possible by the ongoing industrial development in the nation which Roosevelt praises, even as he also recognizes that it can produce social problems that the nation needs to work together to confront. His administration can help in this goal though the fair and honest administration of laws.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-04

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John Hay

President Roosevelt introduces Edwin Emerson, a former Rough Rider who has observed affairs in several South American republics. Emerson has information on the situation at the Isthmus of Panama.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-10-23

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Starr M. Wetmore

President Roosevelt tells Starr M. Wetmore no former Rough Riders should come to the inauguration unless they are financially able to do so. He also tells Wetmore he does not know about the business of selling books.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-12-10

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William H. Taft

In the unlikely event of war with Mexico, Theodore Roosevelt requests permission to raise a division of cavalry similar to the Rough Riders of the Spanish-American War. He summarizes his plan for creating the unit and argues in favor of its potential effectiveness.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-14

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William H. H. Llewellyn

Theodore Roosevelt writes to William H.H. Llewellyn to request his assistance in arranging accommodations in New Mexico for Pearl Holderman for health reasons. Roosevelt recalls Pearl’s deceased brother, Bert T. Holderman, who had served with the Rough Riders. Since she has little money, Roosevelt offers to personally pay her expenses “on behalf of the regiment.” Roosevelt asks Llewellyn to respond to Miss Holderman, living in Chetopa, Kansas. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1917-09-28

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John Campbell Greenway

Theodore Roosevelt writes to John Campbell Greenway to request his assistance in arranging accommodations in Arizona for Pearl Holderman for health reasons. Roosevelt recalls Pearl’s deceased brother, Bert T. Holderman, who had served with the Rough Riders. Since she has little money, Roosevelt offers to personally pay her expenses “on behalf of the regiment.” Roosevelt asks Greenway to respond to Miss Holderman, living in Chetopa, Kansas. 

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1917-09-28

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Henry Darius Lyman

On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary acknowledges receiving the enclosed. Mr. Greenewald was in Roosevelt’s regiment and was an excellent soldier.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-07-02

Letter from Assistant Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to George H. Dodge

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary thanks George H. Dodge for the letters he sent to Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-06-18

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to C. K. Crawford

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary will refer C. K. Crawford’s request for employment to Captain Muller. Roosevelt is unable to assist Crawford, but Muller is sometimes able to find employment for former members of Roosevelt’s Rough Riders regiment.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-06

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Muller

Theodore Roosevelt’s secretary sends Captain Muller a letter from former Rough Rider William S. Crawford. He asks Muller if he can locate a position as veterinarian for Crawford.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-05-06

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Fred Lockley

Theodore Roosevelt thanks Fred Lockley for the story. However, he does not know what Rough Riders would be interested in it.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-28

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to A. P. Scudder

Theodore Roosevelt apologizes to A. P. Scudder that he cannot help him get a government position. Since leaving the White House, he has refused to recommend anyone for a position, including member of his regiment.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-28

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Charles C. Bull

Theodore Roosevelt found Charles C. Bull’s letter interesting in every respect. He does not want to be nominated. Bull’s talk with John Avery McIlhenny amused Roosevelt. He comments on his average drinking habits and responds to Andrew B. Hammond’s charges that he was not at the Battle of San Juan Hill and drinks heavily.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-24

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Lawrence C. Phipps

Theodore Roosevelt hopes Lawrence C. Phipps will help Dabney S. Royster be admitted to the Agnes Memorial Sanitarium. Royster tried to join the Rough Riders but was too young. Regardless, Roosevelt took an interest in him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-24

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Lyman F. Beard

Theodore Roosevelt apologizes to Lyman F. Beard that he cannot ask for the appointment or retention of anyone in any office even if they were a Rough Rider.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-17

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Robert H. Bruce

Theodore Roosevelt is pleased that Robert H. Bruce has, in his own words, “learned to let the wine cup severely alone.” He cares for the men of his regiment and rejoices when they change course.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-17

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Julia M. Jones

Theodore Roosevelt informs Julia M. Jones that he does not remember anyone in his regiment named “Sharky.” However, he could have been an enlisted man with whom he did not interact.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-11-04

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to Leonard Wood

On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary sends Leonard Wood papers relating to a case concerning a former member of the Rough Riders. Roosevelt is unsure if anything can be done to help.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-13

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William S. Youngman

Theodore Roosevelt greatly appreciates William S. Youngman alerted him to an unauthorized use of Roosevelt’s name, which he has already written to put a stop to. He says he would like to meet to discuss history as well as the Rough Riders regiment with Youngman, as Roosevelt does not draw distinction between those who fought on the front line and those who did not.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-13

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to James A. Mattison

Theodore Roosevelt writes to James A. Mattison at the Battle Mountain Sanitorium concerning Dabney S. Royster, who served in Roosevelt’s regiment during the Spanish-American War. Royster is suffering from tuberculosis and Roosevelt is hoping for him to “be given favorable consideration” for admittance to the Sanitorium.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-13