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Theodore Roosevelt lauds the attributes of railroad men that make them both exceptional workers and ideal candidates for the military. He argues for preparedness and discusses fair business practices and working conditions in industry.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1917-06-10
Theodore Roosevelt discusses the conditions of a lodging house he visited recently in New York with Frances Kellor. Many of the men there are unemployed simply because there is no work available. There is a distinction, Roosevelt says, between those who desire work but are unemployed and those who are unemployable. He says it is the government’s responsibility to provide relief measures for the unemployed by creating work and he makes recommendations for charitable actions that can be taken by local organizations. Typed draft with handwritten edits.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1915-01-26
Several brief news stories regarding improved economic conditions for the working class.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-23