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In this candid correspondence, Theodore Roosevelt relays to Harriet Ford that a bet that was placed between her and her father is decided in her favor. He agrees with her that a teddy bear could be considered a type of doll.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-12-31
Theodore Roosevelt comments on the humorous nature of the anecdote John D. Saxe shared about John Hecker and commends Saxe for carrying out his end of the agreement.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-12-11
F. A. Clifford and Jacob A. Fagerlund, two prospectors, ask Theodore Roosevelt to settle their argument about the name of the ranchman that he stayed with while in Nairobi. Clifford believes it was “McMillan,” while Jacob thinks it is “McAllister.” They send Roosevelt some dried specimens of desert flowers and a mesquite clipping to plant in his yard as a reminder of Arizona.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-07-30
Clifford, F. A.; Fagerlund, Jacob A. (Jacob Alfred), 1866-1937
Edward G. Riggs discusses wagers that he would like to collect. He reminds President Roosevelt that Roosevelt owes him a “big red apple.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-11