Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frances Perkins
Theodore Roosevelt respectfully declines an invitation to attend a meeting of the Consumers’ League of New York City proposed by Frances Perkins. Roosevelt expresses support for the organization’s work, discussing violations of labor laws, restrictions on the working hours for women, and the cessation of sweatshops. Roosevelt also conveys support for the Child Labor Committee, writing of child labor laws in regard to the Canneries in New York State and the Canner’s Association.
Collection
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-01-31