Veterans--Public opinion

Mrs. Charles L. Morehouse implores that Theodore Roosevelt pay attention to the plight of “many old soldiers” who are “deprived of their daily comfort and live in obscurity in their old age.” Morehouse feels as though “patriotism” has vanished from society, with war veterans required to cover the costs of flags to decorate graves—”that sacred duty that belongs to the American people, who have enjoyed the fruits of their labors and sacrifices for their country.” She invites Roosevelt to attend and speak at a memorial service at “Mount Victory” in Cypress Hills Cemetery.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-05-25

Creator(s)

Morehouse, Charles L., Mrs

In his editorial for the Brunswick Journal, Small expresses his frustration that President Roosevelt selected Poultney Bigelow to represent the United States at an upcoming royal function, especially after Bigelow criticized the Rough Riders. There is also a handwritten note from Small, at the top of the article, that states he hopes Roosevelt can survive Bigelow.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-05-15

Creator(s)

Small, Samuel W. (Samuel White), 1851-1931