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Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna, thanking her for coming to England to attend his wedding to Edith Kermit Carow. Roosevelt and wife Edith are enjoying their travels through England.
1886-12-04
Theodore Roosevelt writes his sister Anna about being disinvited by his Aunt Lizzie to their cousin Alfred’s upcoming wedding. Roosevelt has decided not to send a gift and does not think any of his siblings should attend.
1882-11-15
Theodore Roosevelt writes to Belle Willard (soon to be Roosevelt), about her engagement to his son Kermit. Roosevelt is very pleased and would like to know the wedding details as soon as possible so he can make proper arrangements if the wedding will be in Madrid.
1913-11-24
President Roosevelt is pleased to hear Richard Watson Gilder’s news about the marriage of Mary Phillips and Jacob A. Riis and looks forward to seeing the couple. Roosevelt is happy to hear of the success of his brother-in-law George Cabot Lee in a race, and wishes he could have been there.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-09-20
President Roosevelt sends his congratulations to Ambassador Wright’s daughter, Katrina Middleton Wright Palmer, on her recent marriage to Charles D. Palmer. Roosevelt looks forward to seeing Wright and his wife, Katherine Semmes Wright, when they return to the United States.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-08-13
President Roosevelt wishes best wishes Senator Beveridge and his bride on their wedding.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-07-26
President Roosevelt regrets that he and Edith cannot attend James M. Andrews’s wedding.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-24
Herbert W. Ladd informs Theodore Roosevelt about his daughter Elizabeth B. Ladd’s upcoming trip to Entebbe, Uganda, where she will marry Dr. Robert E. McConnell. Ladd requests Roosevelt’s advice, aid, or introductions to assist her during her journey and after her arrival in Africa.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-11
Assistant Secretary of State Loomis and Secretary of State Hay believe that President Roosevelt should not attend the Dutch Minister’s wedding. He should simply send a note of thanks.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-20
Henry Parish sends congratulations to President Roosevelt on the election results. Parish is also very happy about Eleanor Roosevelt’s recent engagement announcement. Parish is fond of Eleanor and has high regard for Franklin.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-01
There is a flurry of activity in Washington, D.C., with people running around and an “express wagon” and “florist.” A number of signs are posted: “Bulletin—It is proposed to run Mr. Longworth for governor of Ohio,” “Later!! He has just been mentioned for U.S. Senator,” “Bulletin—A real lace hat from Paris has just arrived via messenger boy,” and “Important bulletin—Mr. Longworth has just lighted another cigar. Great excitement prevails.” A newsboy holds a newspaper that reads, “Extra—Nick has just had a sandwich.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-02
President Roosevelt camps outside of the “White House,” which is full of gifts. He reads a book entitled “The Simple Life,” as he cooks food over a fire.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-02
On April 14, 1917, Archie Roosevelt marries Grace Stackpole Lockwood at the Emmanuel Church in Boston, Massachusetts. Side view of Theodore Roosevelt entering an automobile with two women. The one following Roosevelt may be his wife Edith. Roosevelt doffs his hat as he faces the camera. View of crowd outside the Emmanuel Church, and long shot of woman holding blanket up, perhaps to shield the bride’s entrance into the church. Last two segments appear to be unrelated scenes: medium close shot of Roosevelt sitting in a car with an unidentified man and a close up of Roosevelt with a man in uniform. Both scenes are outside in undetermined locations.
Library of Congress Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound
1917-04-14
Senator Hanna had several meetings with leaders of the Anthracite Coal Strike and does not feel that there will be a settlement in the near future. He also reviews the political situation in Ohio. He hopes that President Roosevelt can attend the wedding.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-09-29
An invitation to the wedding of Eleanor Butler Alexander and Theodore Roosevelt Jr., addressed to “Miss Alexander.”
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1910
An invitation to the wedding reception of Eleanor Butler Alexander and Theodore Roosevelt Jr., addressed to “Miss Alexander.” The reception location was Charles Beatty Alexander’s home.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1910
A studio portrait of Grace Green Alexander on the day of her daughter Eleanor Butler Alexander’s wedding to Theodore Roosevelt Jr.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1910-06-20
Crowds gather outside the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City where Theodore Roosevelt Jr. is marrying Eleanor Butler Alexander.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1910-06-20
Guests for the wedding of Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and Eleanor Butler Alexander gather outside the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1910-06-20
Crowds gather outside the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in Manhattan for the wedding of Theodore Roosevelt Jr. and Eleanor Butler Alexander.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1910-06-20