A. BALDWIN, PRESIDENT F.T. HOWARD, SECRETARY AND TREASURER. WILLIAM SEER, LIBRARIAN HOWARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY, ESTABLISHED 1889. 1896-33,000 BOOKS 1900-40,000 BOOKS (REFERENCE) NEW ORLEANS, May 9th, 1 901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of United States Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- I know you like accounts of events in which the writers them- selves have been active agents. Ex-Senator B.F. Jonas returned from the war penniless, and was prevented from engaging in the active pursuit of his profession by the legal restrictions which then prevailed. If you have time, his vivid account of an unpleasant period of Lousiana history will certainly interest you. I am sending a copy to Dr. Shaw by the same mail. Yours very truly, William Seer Librarian. Enc. (?)BLAKE SPORTING RIFLES. BLSKE INFANTRY RIFLES. JOHN HENRY BLAKE, 503 Fifth Ave. New York, May 9, [01] Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Sir:-- It is reported in the newspapers within a few days that the American Army is considering making a change in its infantry rifle from the Krag-Jorgensen to the Mauser. Bow as better American rifles have been invented and are being made in this country, it seem as if it would be proper for this government to patronize home talent. If such change is really contemplated I am sure that American inventors would be extremely grateful to you if you would use what influence you have in the matter to see that fair play is extended to them, which is all they ask. Your guide Mr. John B. Goff expressed himself as much [leased with his 40 calibre high power Blake Rifle. I was much interested by his article in the Denver "Outdoor Life" narrating your hunting trip for mountain lions. Very respectfully, John Henry Blake [*11264*] .400 CALIBRE SPORTING RIFLE [ Picture of the Rifle on top] .30 CALIBRE INFANTRY RIFLE-AMERICAN ARMY. [ Picture of the Rifle on left side] .236 CALIBRE (NAVY) SPORTING RIFLE. [ Picture of the Rifle on right side] [Picture in middle of Factory] BLAKE ARMORY, [four swastikas] ROCHESTER, N. Y. East Main and Goodman Streets--One mile east Central-Hudson Station. [ Picture of the Rifle on bottom] .30 CALIBRE SPORTING RIFLE-AMERICAN ARMY OR BRITISH ARMY CARTRIDGE.Wyoming Southern Railway Company Henry H. Boyce 71 Broadway, New York, President Saratoga, Wyoming May 9th, 1901 Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Mr. Roosevelt:- Will you permit me to show you the enclosed letter from my friend, Gen. W. H. Seamans, Adjutant General of California and also a copy of his general order to the Army & Navy Republican League of California upon the occasion of the [?visit of the?] President to that state. I do not intend to burden you with many document of this kind which will naturally come to me, but I wanted you to get a clear idea of the posi- tion and work of Gen. Seamans, because we shall hear from him again in the future. If you will be kind enough to return the papers to me, I shall appreciate it. My purpose in writing you today, is to call at- tention to some friends who are largely interested in the state of Washington.. They are all Republicans and men of large wealth and in- fluence. Three of my associates who live in Syracuse, N.Y., Mr. L. C. Smith of the Smith-Premier Company, Mr. William Nottingham, the leader of the bar there and Mr. C.D. Beebe have invested in Seattle something over $1,000,000 cash in shipbuilding and are about to largely increase their investment. All this has been done under the direction of Mr. J.W. Clise, President of the Board of Trade of Seattle and one the leading and most influential Republicans in the whole state. Now Mr. Clise will be here from Washington in the course of a month or so, and 11265Wyoming Southern Railway Company. Henry H. Boyce President T.R., -2- Saratoga, Wyoming. I desire very much to have you meet him and Mr. L.C. Smith and perhaps Mr. Nottingham at the same time. I should like to arrange a little informal lunch if it would be agreeable to you to meet them at some time when you could be in the city. Mr. Smith was here from Syracuse yes- terday and he will enter most heartily into our plans, and says that Mr. Clise and his friends can guarantee the State of Washington. You will probably remember Mr. Smith as he says that you called at his house, I think while you were Governor of the State. We could not get together four more desirable men than those whom I have named, because they will be all powerful in Washington and will be a very strong reinforcement in Syracuse. Of course, it is understood that nothing but quiet work is desirable at the present time, but it can do no harm and is sure to do much good to be able to know who our friends are and upon whom we may be able to rely absolutely when the time comes. Faithfully yours, [signature Henry H. Boyce] 11266[Shorthand]Fort Totten, N. Dak. May 9th 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice President U.S.A. My Dear Sir Mr. W. T. Hornaday writes me you have in your possession the skin of a cougar which measured before taken a total length of 8 feet. Will you kindly write me the exact measurement of this specimen and also the shade of the color, the sex, and comparative age, and where killed. I am, my dear sir, very sincerely yours. Franklin W Calkins Ft. Totten N.D. [*11267*][Shorthand]while this week of special meetings will aim at usual elevation and profit, they will be appropriate also in recognition of what has been accomplished. Before this, the summer people have been appealed to for money. This year they will be asked to rejoice with us for our successes. I trust that you will consent to come. Yours sincerely, George William Carter Pastor Methodist Episcopal Church [column 2] [shorthand inserted] Sea Cliff, N. Y. May 9, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt My Dear Sir: More than twenty years ago this place was first accomplished as a conference meeting which for a number of years was very successful and was then discontinued. I am planning to have a conf. meeting week in my church. [*11268*]during the week July 14" to July 21st inclusive Through representative men I wish to have religion and morals presented as earnestly as possible to the people, who to the number of several thousand come here every summer from New York and Brooklyn. I very earnestly hope that you can come and give an address on some evening between the dates I have mentioned, or on the afternoon or evening of either July 14th or 21st. I ought to say that my church has recently paid off two old mortgages amounting to $4000. and is now free and clear, and also extensive improve- ments have just been made upon the property, so that 11269Midlletown, N. Y. May 9th/01 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Vice Prest U S. My Dear Sir I thank you ever so much for your kind letter of the 4th duly received. [?] me to call on you at your sisters 422 Nealsen Ave. Saturday the 11th 9-30 AM. As much as the honor and pleasure would gratify me to do so. I will not be able to be in the city at the date mentioned. Sometime possibly I may have the privilege of calling on you and seeing you in your home surroundings. This [?] would be a recreation for us. Yours Sincerely, [Corwin} [*11270*]T. ST. JOHN GAFFNEY, CABLE ADDRESS, "CAULDRON" NEW YORK COUNDEL;LOR AT LAW TELEPHONE, 2875 CORTLANDT. 66 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. New York, May 8th 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. My dear Colonel, Nothing will be done in the Appraiser matter until the return of the President. I have little doubt now that if the vacancy occurs, I shall receive the appointment. I beg to enclose you a few newspaper clippings which I hope you will do me the honor to read. It is not my desire to exaggerate the services of my race during the War of Independence, but I have observed a tendency on the part of recent historians to ignore the Irish altogether or obscure their achievements by attributing them to the newly discovered Hyphenated Breed, the Scotch Irish. You hold that a man born in this country of foreign parents is an American and I am a hearty accord with you upon that proposition. Certainly then, person born in Ireland whose ancestors have been settled for a century and a half in that country, who intermarried with the natives and were educated in an Irish environment are Irishmen, no matter what their religion may be. They call themselves Irish and were banned by the British as such. Their settlements here were called after Irish places and they had hearty contempt of the Scotch. It is only within the last twenty-five years that the phrase Scotch Irish has come into general use,. The name Anglo-Saxon anti- dating it by about another quarter of a century. I only ask that the [*11271*]T. ST. JOHN GAFFNEY, CABLE ADDRESS, "CAULDRON" NEW YORK COUNDEL;LOR AT LAW TELEPHONE, 2875 CORTLANDT. 66 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. New York, May 9th, 1901 (2). Irish immigrants to America receive just recognition for that they did in the Revolution and the up-building of the Republic. It is a paltry thing to attempt to rob them at this late date of what ever honor they are entitled to. I have been re-reading your books and am astonished at the amount of labor you performed in writing them. The Scotch Irish however, get all the glory that is coming to my unfortunate people. Believe me always Very faithfully yours, T. ST. John Gaffney P. S. I call your attention to a description of the quality and character of the Scotch planters in Ireland given by a Presbyterian Minister of the time. We can hardly imagine that the original native stock was very much improved by this immigration, although recent American writers attribute all the virtues under Heaven to the descendants of the immigrants. My conclusions upon this subject are, that a man born and educated in America is an American; a man born and educated in Ireland is an Irishman; a man born and educated in Scotland is a Scotchman, a man born and educated in England is an Englishman. I believe that the Americans, Irish, English, and Scotch have each contributed to the making of this republic, but that the Scotch-Irish and the Anglo-Saxons have done absolutely nothing. There is something in the Irish climate and surroundings, which even within a generation, exercises a powerful influence in bringing the descendants of all foreigners to a type possessing much in common and with characteristics unlike any other people. We can well imagine then that persons whose families have been domiciled in Ireland, for six or eight generations are absolutely Irish and nothing else. As the records are being investigated by the members of the Historical Society, we find that the distinctively Irish Irish were largely represented in the Revolutionary Army. I enclose you a list of those Irish Irish who fought at Bunker Hill. I sincerely hope that you will find an opportunity in some future publication of correct- [*11272*]T. ST. JOHN GAFFNEY, CABLE ADDRESS, "CAULDRON" NEW YORK COUNDEL;LOR AT LAW TELEPHONE, 2875 CORTLANDT. 66 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. New York, May 9th, 1901 (3) correcting this error of recent writers, including yourself. You are always on the side of right and justice and fair play, and that is all we want. T. St. John Gaffney[Shorthand]THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. RECEIVED AT 9 1901 DATED Washington DC TO Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Can you send an advance copy of your address to be delivered at the Pan American exhibition to me or the times buffalo pls Answer collect C A Hamilton [*Correspondent Times*] C. G. Gunther's Sons, Furriers, (estabd. A.D. 1820) No. 184 Fifth Avenue, New York, May 9yh, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I., N.Y. Dear Sir:- Your favor of the 8th. inst. has duly reached us, and we will follow out your instructions as therein stated. The two largest Bobcats are still at Washington with Mr. Merriam, where you ordered them sent and as soon as they are returned we will have them dressed and mounted. The missing skull arrived from Colo. by mail to-day and we await your orders as to what you wish done with it. Your truly, C G Gunther Per deL. 11274Form No.1 [May 9, 1901] THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following messages. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending stations for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, not in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender. under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER SENT BY REC'D BY CHECK [HbB?] ?paid NPR RECEIVED at 9 1901 Dated Washington DC To Hon Theo Roosevelt Can you send an advance copy of your address to be delivered at the pan American exhibition to me or the Times buffalo pls answer Collect C A Hamilton [*correspondent Times*] C.G. Gunther's Sons Furriers (Established AD 1820) No. 184 Fifth Avenue, New York May 9th 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I., N.Y. Dear Sir:- Your favor of 8th, inst. has duly reached us, and we will follow out your instructions as therein stated. The two largest Bobcats are sill at Washington with Mr. Merriam, where you ordered them sent and as soon as they are returned we will have them dressed and mounted. The missing skull arrived from Colo. by mail to-day and we await your orders as to what you wish done with it. Yours truly, C.G Gunther's Sons per del. 11274 FREDERICK P. HILL EDMUND C. STOUT, C. E. HILL AND STOUT, ARCHITECTS, TOWNSEND BUILDING, BROADWAY & TWENTY-FOURTH STRRET, NEW YORK. May 9th, 1901 Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Sir:- Yours of the 7th inst. received in answer to our request to be appointed as one of the Architects to compete for the new Agricultural building. We are very much indebted to you for your courtesy and prompt consideration of the request, and regret that we had no opportunity of demonstrating to you our ability. We trust some time in the near future we may have an opportunity of so doing, and thereby be in a position to be considered on some other occasion if not on this. Appreciating your reasons, and again thanking you, we are Respectfully yours, Hill and Stout [*11276*] [May 9, 1901.] P. 2 Studio 348 West 57th Street Colonel Theodore Roosevelt Dear Colonel, I thank you for the book and photograph you sent me. The costume as shown in the book will give a fine chance for character as I know of nothing that has ever been made like it. The flannel shirt will give a chance to bring out the muscles of the back and shoulders 11277or nothing else would. I can see nothing in the faces as they exist that could be improved by idealizing -and rejoice at the opportunity it affords. Colonel Wheeler is full of the subject since he has seen the design and is urging me to push it through Very sincerely yours, F.E. KELLY May 9th 1901 11278[*PF*] THE CIVIL SERVICE REFORM ASSOCIATION. OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY. 54 WILLIAM STREET, NEW YORK. May 9, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island. My dear Col. Roosevelt: I was exceedingly glad to have your letter of the 7th inst., advising me that it would be agreeable to you to continue your service as an honorary vice-president of the Association; and I have to inform you that at the annual meeting of the Association held last evening, you were unanimously elected to that office, in company with the following: James C. Carter, D. Willis James, William G. Low, Levi P. Morton, Alexander E. Orr, Elihu Root, Edward M. Shepard, Oscar S. Straus, Alfred T. White. With very sincere regards to you, believe me, as ever, Yours Faithfully, Geo. W. Averey Secretary. [*11279*]OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR. CENSUS OFFICE, WASHINGTON, D. C. Personal. May 9th, 1901 Dear Mr. Vice President: I have your letter of the 7th, instant. I have had the record of Mr. Weil, a clerk in this office appointed at the request of Representative Chandler, looked into; and I enclose herein a letter from Mr. North, which explains itself. You will note that his standing is excellent. Can I be of any further service in this matter? Our friend Chapman is getting along fairly well. He really believes that there is a conspiracy against him in this office. Truly yours, WR Merrian Director. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. [shorthand included]should be so nice and frank after all. I value your speaking out all the more after this preparation . We expect a more diplomatic message! I "took out" a lot of moralizing, but I suppose more staid in. The reviews here [*11281*] [*PF*] 801 MADISON AVENUE. May 9th [01] Dear Mr. Roosevelt, It is rather a good joke, I think, that you should have warned me so carefully that you would not give me your real opinion, and then that youbeen most satisfactory - in fact enthusiastic - three of the well known papers saying it towers among all the lighter books as a work of lasting merit. a giant among pygmies & the like. I shall certainly be at the Montefiore opening - you know Dr. Meyer gives the medical speech, he is the Consulting Physician there. I have looked forward to seeing you there. Do look me up on the train & chat on the way up as when we arrive there will be so much formality and doubtless poor little we will be miles away from the honored guest - all the time. Cordially Arnie Nathan Meyer[Letterhead] Rev. L.J. Naftzger, Chancellor, 217 South High St., Muncie, IND G.F. Mosher D.D., V. Chancellor Hillsdale, Michigan College H.J. Becker, D.D., Sup't. 1618 West 2nd St. Dayton, O. J.F. Snyder, Field Agent. LaGrange, Indiana Kokomo, Indiana. Executive Board: M. F. Owen, President and Auditor, Rome City, Ind. H.G. Cobbs, Secretary Rome City, Ind. W.A. Williams, Treasurer Rome City, Inc. Chancellor's Study The Island Park Assembly. The Western Chautauqua, 23rd.year. 20th Century Session Opens July 24-Closes August 15. 1901 Kokomo, Indiana, May 9th. 1901. [Muncie, Indiana struck out] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President U.S., New York, N.Y. My Dear Sir:- I am instructed by the Executive Committee of the Island Park Assembly to write you and see if it would be possible to secure your services for an address at our Assembly this season on Re- publican Day July 30th 1901. We have had some men of national reputa- tion with us in former years including Wm Jennings Bryan, Senator Dol- liver and others but we desire this to eclipse any other day we have ever had. We feel that you owe it to the West to make a visit to us where the people can become better acquainted and feel sure that it will greatly strengthen the Republican Party in this State. Please advise me as to the possibility of your coming also to terms &c. Sincerely, Leslie J. Naftzger 11282 Mount Pleasant Military Academy, Sing Sing-on-Hudson C.F. Bruisie, A.M.} Principals A.T. Emory, A.B. May 9, 1901 Dear Colonel: I have an opportunity of being in line for the position of Commandant at Cornell University this would be a great advancement for me, from a preparatory school to a college, will you be so kind as to give me as good an endorse- ment as possible, would you write to President Schurman on my be- half. My company won in the competition drill at the Tournament at Madison Square Garden. I think our comrade Capt Woodbury Kane will review my cadets at commencement. I have advanced steadily since I have been here for which I am grateful to you. Yours faithfully Your obedient servant Willis. J. [Physioc] 11283[[shorthand]][*PF*] AMBASSADE DES ETATS-UNIS PARIS, May 9/01 My dear Colonel, I had the great pleasure of receiving your letter of March 19 and am glad to know that you appreciate that I mean all that I say when I speak in praise of you. [*11284*] It comes straight from the heart. In reply to your question as to whether I expect to visit America, I feel there is no chance of my doing so this year. I have several important diplomatic matters in hand to keep me here and I generally suffer [*11285*]the torture of the damned at sea, when I make my next trip to America, I shall in all likelihood stay there. One of the greatest pleasures I shall miss is not having a chance to enjoy a long old fashioned chat with you. Yours very truly Howaborter Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of the United States Oyster Bay, (N.Y)Hammond, Ind May 9, 1901 Vice-President. Theodore Roosevelt. Dear Sir. Who would you refer me to as to received an appointment from tenth district of Indiana, Lake county, to West Point I would like to fight for my country. I live with parents age 14 years 5 month. [*11286*]Yours Turely Perry Weber Rathbun 323 Lewis St. Hammond, Ind. 1128778-80 Broad Street, New York, May 9th, 1901 Right Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. Hon. Sir:- I am writing a book, in the Arabic Language, on the American people, and it would be incomplete, if I failed to mention something about such an eminent personage as your self. I do not want to intrude upon you, in requesting an interview, but I will be very grateful if you will condescend to express your opinion as to what constitutes the chief characteristic of the American people. The opinion of one of America's greatest statesmen and warriors will be greatly appreciated and respected by the Arabic speaking world. My book will be printed in Egypt, and it will be widely read, as the Syrians and Egyptians are becoming greatly interested in every thing that pertains to America and Americans. I hope that I am not asking too much of you, and that you will pardon the informality of this letter. In anticipation of being honored with a reply, I am Honored Sir: Yours very respectfully, A. Ferris Rihani 11288[*P F*] WAR DEPARTMENT OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY, WASHINGTON, D. C. May 9, 1901. My dear Mr. President: Your letter was most welcome and I was, as you can imagine, most interested in your wish to give the young men at Harvard a proper and practical understanding of the duty of an American citizen today in reference to questions of public and political interest. If I can be of any service it will be a great pleasure to do what I can. The rush of work here, however, is so great that I have not up to the present time even been able to plan for a single day's absence, but conditions may later on be more favorable. My wife enjoyed so much meeting Mrs. Roosevelt and she looks forward to seeing her again next winter. Faithfully yours, Wm Cary Langer Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Oyster Bay, N. Y. [*11289*]May 9_ 1901. My dear Col. Roosevelt: You may be interested to learn that your portrait, was one of the strong factors, in securing for me, last week one of the most important orders, that it has been my fortune to receive. 11290to paint several portraits for them, the largest being on of Col' Boise - full length - for the new 13th Reg' Armory. Where he has been asked , to have it placed. Sincerely yours, Bayard H. Tyler Hon. Theo' Roosevelt. Vice President Col and Mrs Henry M. Boise of Scranton Pa. were invited by a New York lady whose portrait I am fast completing to visit my studio. with the result, that they invited me to Scranton, as a guest at their beautiful home, where I arranged [*11291*]New York, May, 9, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Dear Sir: I hope you will pardon the liberty I take of writing you this letter. I am a daughter of Roundsman John Walsh, of the Sanitary Squad who was introduced to you by Mr. Jacob A. Riis, about five years ago. Your kindness, in preventing the retirement of my father, at that time, [*11292*]assures me that you will grant the favor I am about to ask. My brother, John Robert Walsh is now on the United States flagship "New York" as stenographer on Admiral Rogers' staff. He is rated as a third-class yeoman, recommended as qualified to become a Chief Yeoman. The papers, I believe are now in the hands of the Navy Department. I ask you to kindlyl use your influence to obtain his promotion. My father would write you 11293 but he is unable to do so on account of illness. Hoping you will grant this favor, I am Yours Respectfully Agnes M. Walsh 67 E. 114th St. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D.C.Advisory Board C.C. Cuyler W.B. Thomas S.R. Bertron S.F. Houston D.M. Goodrich Walter Camp T.D.M. Cardeza Caspar Whitney, President and Editor Robert Bacon, Vice-President Fletcher Harper, Secretary and Treasurer The Outing Publishing Company 239 Fifth Avenue Dictated. New York May 9, 1901. Dear Colonel: Recently there has come to me the enclosed prespectus from Doubleday, Page & Company. I thought the Boone & Crockett Club was going to publish these photographs. Faithfully, Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oysterbay, N.Y. Toledo Ohio Hon. Theodore Rosevelt, Dear Sir. I received your autograph and wish to thank you very much for it. Respectfully yours. Fred H. Wilson. May 9, 1901 THE OUTING PUBLISHING COMPANY 239 FIFTH AVENUE Dictated (underlined) NEW YORK May 9, 1901. Dear Colonel: Recently there has come to me the enclosed prospectus from Doubleday, Page & Company. I thought the Boone & Crockett Club was going to publish these photographs. Faithfully, (?) (?) Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11294 2722 Monroe St. Toledo, Ohio Hon. Theodore Roosevelt - Dear Sir: I received your autograph and wish to thank you very much for it. Respectfully yours Fred H. Wilson. May 9, 1901.[PF?} HEADQUARTERS MILITARY GOVERNOR ISLAND OF CUBA Personal and Confidential HAVANA May 9, 1901. Col. Theodore Roosevelt. Vice President of the United States. Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Theodore:- While I was in Washington on a rather remarkable proposition was made to me by Mr. Ewing, brother in law of Senator Cockrell, and was to the effect that I should make it a point to see you, while in New York, and ask you when you saw Walcott to urge him to lease a certain mining property which he had partially promised to lease to an outfit of which Ewing was the manager. This is a copper mine in which Senators Cockrell and Allison are said to be interested and one which it is said will net them some money. I was offered a quarter of this proposition if I would go into it. Of course I did not. The whole matter was a bit embarrassing, for I do not suppose for a moment that either Senator Cockrell or Allison knew anything of the matter, but are figure heads in some scheme. I have no doubt the matter is perfectly legitimate. If you hear anything on this subject you will know what it means. I shall be very glad indeed to be of any assistance to Senators Cockrell or Allison, but the matter came up suddenly and I knew nothing about it. I suppose Walcott knows all about it. I am sorry not to have seen you while in New York; my time there was limited to a couple of hours in the evening and I returned by way of Jacksonville. There is nothing of especial interest. Affairs are 11296 HEADQUARTERS MILITARY GOVERNOR ISLAND OF CUBA HAVANA Personal and Confidential. Theo. Roosevelt. 2 May. 9, 1901. moving on quietly. I think the Platt amendment will be accepted and the Convention then proceed with its work on the electoral law. I concur with you in your remarks that the class of papers,such as the "Evening Post" have been accessories before the act thou- sand of murders all over the world and if the rascals could stir up these people they would undoubtedly enjoy seeing trouble here. These men represent a class of purely theoretical reformers. I know of nothing on earth that makes one more tired that to come in contact with them. I trust you may come to Cuba. Things will soon be in such shape politically that your visit can be made without any political misre- presentation being placed thereon. I should be very much like to have you see the country and see what has been done since you were here; you would hardly know it. Last year we made 250.000 tons of sugar; this year we are making 650.000 tons. Despite all sorts of political agitation the country is quiet and prosperous beyond anything we could have expected in so short a time. The whole future of Cuba rests on the duties on sugar and tobacco. With a thirty per cent re- duction of the duties on these two articles there will be no Cuban question in the future. Trade relations will shortly draw the two countries together and place them not only upon a footing of commer- cial friendship and confidence, But, I believe, also upon a political one. In the new policy which we must adopt, now that we have broken 11297HEADQUARTERS MILITARY GOVERNOR ISLAND OF CUBA HAVANA Personal and Confidential Theo. Roosevelt. 3 May 9, 1901. out of our shell, we have got to remember that we must make ourselves attractive and give where we expect to get permanent returns. Mrs. Wood and the youngsters are well. I expect they will put in the Summer near Buffalo. With kind regards to Mrs. Roosevelt as well as yourself and the youngsters, Yours as ever, Leonard Wood 11298[shorthand notation] May the 5 1901 Labelle Lewis, Co. Ma Washington Mr. Ted Roosevelt The nice President intended to write to the President last fall I was in the tortory licttiun day last fall and my brother and My self lectneered for 3 weeks for president McKinley in the indian tertory and made Hundreds of votes for him My Brother his name is J R Raine his post office address is Jefferson CoT He bet most all he had on Me and some several hundred dollars and he says Ted Roosevelt Will be the next President if he lives 11299 I have worked hard for the Republican party and still lectienneering for Roosevelt Year For 19 and I am a poor woman I can not travel very far I have not got the means if I could get some help from the nic President to help me out in the next campaign I would do my best the next 3 years I live in Labelle Lewis Ca My Name is Mrs Mc Amanda Wright Hoping to Hear from you soon 11300 Pincott G.T. May 9th 1901 Col. Theo Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Col I send you many thanks for your last letter. The Gov has assured me that he would write you, and I suppose he has done so [e?e] this , Col I dont think I deserve all the trouble I am causing you, but someday I may be able to thank you as. I would like, Do you remember Ed. O Brienwho was wounded by the same shell that hit Stanley Hollister? He is [?] and says he was never healthier in his life Bennet who was with you on your campaign this [?] just came to Pincott the other day is not looking well I think I will have him out to camp with me shortly. Tom Laird, Greenwold and Sullivan all with me to send you this best regards Please accept mine also. Col With many thanks and best wishes to you Henry P.S. How would you rathar I should address you, as Col or V.C.?[[shorthand notation]]All Claims for Allowance must be made within five days after receipt of Goods.--Not responsible for Books ordered sent by Mail, or sent out to be Baked. [Logo} 153-157 FIFTH AVENUE, Between 21st &22nd Streets No 189 New York May 9 1901 M {?Hon./Henu.?] T. Roosevelt Bought of CHARLES SCRIBNER'S SONS PUBLISHERS, IMPORTERS AND BOOKSELLERS Copyright books published at net prices after May 1, 1901, are sold on condition that the retail price be maintained, as provided by the regulations of the American Publishers' Association. TERMS: NET CASH. Payable with Exchange on New York. Sent to/per J. E. Kelly, #318 W. 57th. St. 1 Rough Riders [?$? 1.34?]HEART-BREAK IN SPRING. -------- WHEN the earliest violets ope On the sunniest southward slope, When the cress and windflower slim Palely light the woodpath dim, When the air is sweet and keen Ere the full-blown flower is seen, When that blithe forerunning air Breathes more hope than thou canst bear, Thou, O buried, broken heart, Into quivering life shall start! Thou shalt ask the flower-loved breeze, "Wherefore waken these--and these,-- Soulless gazers on the light, Wherefore lead these up from night, And not send a thrilling call Waking eyes more sweet than all." -Edith M. Thomas, in the Independent. Written for The Pilot. THE SCOTCH-IRISHMAN. ------- With Some Remarks Upon Hyphen- ated Races. --------- IN an article on President McKinley which appeared recently in the Mail and Express (New York) Julian Ralph makes the statement that James K. Polk was the only other Scotch-Irishman who ever was President of the United States. Mr. Ralph has acquired the unenviable distinction of having been the only American journalist who took the Brit- ish side in the South African War. In his condemnation of the Boers and their gallant struggle for liberty, he far out- rivalled the most notorious members of the Anglo-Jew conspiracy, and as a re- sult he has lost caste with his former friends in New York journalistic circles. The barons, counts, lords, earls and Dukes, with whom Ralph was thrown in contact for the first time during his cam- paign with Roberts, captivated his fancy and he has not yet recovered his normal faculties. Mr. Ralph is a picturesque writer of fiction, but the following quo- tation from an author of weight and au- thority is more valuable: Douglas Campbell, in his great work on "The Puritan" in Holland, England and America, says: "Of the twenty- three Presidents of the United States, the Scotch-Irish have contributed six-- Jackson, Polk, Taylor, Buchanan, John- son and Arthur. Cleveland's mother was Irish. I take a decided objection to the use of the name Scotch-Irish. Before I came to this country I lived eighteen years in Ireland and never heard of the Scotch- Irish race or met any one who called himself a Scotch-Irishman. I am in- formed that the Scotch-Irish is a recent discoveredy: in fact, the term originated in this country some twenty-five years ago. I have revisited my native land a dozen times since my arrival here and have made it a special point of inquiry in Ulster to find out if any of the inhabi tants called themselves Scotch-Irish. I have never been able to discover one to admit the soft impeach- ment. I have interviewed Orangemen in Belfast and Londonderry and ultra- British Loyalists of non-Catholic faith in other countries, and they have assured me that they were Irish and proud of it, without any Scotch prefix. A well- known writer on American ethnological subjects says upon this subject: "It is certainly true that a large emigration flowed out of Ulster into America dur- ing the Eighteenth Century, even after the Revolution; but the people who so emigrated were Irish--plain, strong- limbed, angry, English-hating Irish, who came over the stormy Atlantic with a thorough detestation of England and a hearty contempt of Scotland, and all the tyranny, robbery, oppression, and civil, religious and political proscription Great Britain represented." Of course there was a large Scottish, English, Dutch, German, Walloon and French Huguenot immigration into Ulster during the time of James and Elizabeth, and some recent writers of history are disposed to attribute impor tant and advantageous consequences to the Irish race as the result of this alien influx into the Northern province. Hap pily, however, we have contemporaneous testimony as to the character of these immigrants. The Rev. Andrew Stewart, a Presbyterian minister in Ulster from the years 1645-1671, speaks of these God- fearing, order-loving, charter-bearing immigrants in the following language: "'From Scotland came many, and from England not a few; yet all of them gen- erally the scum of both nations, who for debt or breaking or fleeing from justice, or seeking shelter, came hither hoping to be without fear of man's justice in a land where there was nothing, or but a little as yet, of the fear of God. And in a few years there flocked such a multitude of people from Scotland that these northern counties of Down, Antrim, Londonderry, etc., were in a good measure planted; yet most of the people, as I said before, made up a body--and it is strange--of dif- ferent names, nations, dialects, tempers, breeding-and in a word-all void of god liness, who seemed rather to flee God in this enterprise than to follow their mercy; albeit at first it must be remembered that they cared little for any church.' "Thus we see that the settlers were not angels and were far from being wholly Scots. Ireland is the land of saints; but it has never been the land of angels, Presbyterian or otherwise." The Scots who came to Ulster were the descendents of the original Irish settlers of Scotland, and in blood, language and other racial characteristics were closely allied to the natives. "The Irish," says Collins, "colonized Scotland, gave to it a name, a literature and a language-- gave it a hundred kings and gave it Christianity." 11304 In the course of a century and a half as in the case of the Normans, these im- migrants had intermarried to a consid- erable extent with the native population, which was always in the majority. The original inhabitants assimilated the strangers and by the close of the Eigh- teenth Century, they had become Hiber- nicia Hiberniores, "more Irish than the Irish." Mr. Joseph Smith upon this point says: "For nearly one hundred and fifty years these races lived in Ulster, forming the Ulsterman. Along in the middle of the Eighteenth Century, the Ulsterman began to grow tired of England's hopeful civilization, which was banning his re- ligion, plundering his home, and de- stroying his industries, and he was emi- grating to America with a heart full of bitterness. England called the Ulster- man an Irishman; he claimed that name himself, as he might well do, after being domiciled on the soil for generations." In Ireland the Ulsterman founded the Society of United Irishmen; in America they organized Irish charitable societies and called their settlements by Irish names, in the darkest ignorance of the fact that they were Scotch-Irishmen. Mr. Smith, already quoted, calls attention to the fact that during the Revolution it was difficult to get people to acknowl- edge kinship with the Scots, who were cursed vigorously as Hessian, as Tories and mercenaries. The Irish of the Revo- lution were plain, ordinary Irish. "It is a fact beyond question," says Plowden, "that most of the early suc- cesses in America were immediately owing to the vigorous exertions and prowess of the Irish immigrants who bore arms in that cause." Ramsay says "that the Irish in America were almost to a man on the side of independence. They had fled from oppression in their native country, and could not brook the idea that it should follow them." Theo- dore Roosevelt, in his great work, "The Winning of the West," also bears testi- mony to the valor of the Irish during the Revolution and their unconquerable hatred of the British. Mr. Smith says: "all the Scotch settlements in America were ultra-loyal to the British Crown, whether in what is now the United States or in British America." Half of the Revolutionary Army Was Irish. The Journal of the English House of Commons of June 16, 1779, gives the tes- timony of Joseph Galloway, one of the conspicuous Tories of the Revolution. Here is an extract from his testimony: "Q. What were the troops in the ser- vice of the Congress chiefly composed of? Were they natives of America, or were the greatest part of them English, Scotch or Irish? "A. I can answer with precision. There were scarcely one-fourth native Americans, about one half Irish, the other fourth English and Dutch." Major-General Robertson, of the British Army, replying to a similar question said: "I remember General Lee telling us that half the rebel army was from Ireland." Upon the same subject, George Washington Parks Custis, the adopte son of George Washington, said: "Up to the coming of the French, Ireland had furnished in the ratio of 100 to 1, of any nation whatever. We learn from Hansard's Parliament ary debates, volume 19 page 860, that Viscount Townshend said: "My Lords, consider in God's name, in time, con- sider what you owe to gallant and im- poverished Ireland. Suffer not your humiliating proposals and offerings to be laid at the feet of Congress in whose front of battle these poor Irish immi- grants perform the hardest service." It will be observed that in these statements there is no reference to Scotch-Irishmen; in fact it is only in recent historical books that the phrase appears. An examination of the roster of the names preserved of the Revolutionary Army will show a large proportion dis- tinctly Irish, which proves that the Catholic Irish were also well repre- sented. Under the auspices of the New York State Legislature, Comptroller Roberts compiled and published, a few years since, a volume entitled "New York in the Revolution," containing as accur- ately as possible the names of the sol- diers furnished by New York to the Con- tinental Army. There were five regi- ments of the line, and of the names preserved, 1,138 are distinctly Irish. From this list are eliminated all doubt- ful names, and only those of purely Cel- tic origin have been counted. Here is another example: The roll of the eight companies of the First Regiment of the Pennsylvania Line, taken from the original book kept by Lieut.-Colonel Fullerton, Adjutant of the regiment from 1782 to December,1783, now in the Pennsylvania archives, and recently published in the American His- torical Register, shows that of the 696 men that composed the regiment 315 were Irish, 221 native born, 79 English, 55 Ger- man, 22 Scotch, and the few others from different countries. All historians agree that the famous Maryland Line was al- most entirely composed of Irishmen or the sons of Irishmen. That the Irish were numerous in the Revolutionary army all well-read men now allow. Well might Lord Mountjoy, in mov- ing for the repeal of the Irish penal code many years after the Revolution, startle the British Parliament with this bitter exclamation: "You lost America by the Irish!" The Protestant Archbishop of Dublin, Lord Plunkett, in addressing some vis- itors said a few years ago, "While we are proud of our imperial nationality, let us never be forgetful of our Irish na- tionality. We may be descended from different races, the Danes, Celts, Saxons and Scots, but we form a combined stratum of our own, and that is Irish and nothing else." 11305 Such is the Irish Protestant view of this question, but there is in this country a group of silly persons who are deter- minded to invent a new race based on the difference of religion and to claim that this hyphenated breed is superior in blood, manners, language and religion to either of the old types. I can well sympathize with the senti- ment of Mr. Smith who says: " I, as one of the Protestant Irish, most stren- uously object to be called Scotch-Irish; the name Irish was good enough for my fathers; their son is proud to wear it as they did, and we must all insist that the Irish, without any qualifications, all children of a long and well loved mother- land, shall be given their full measure of credit for the splendid work done by them in America." I protest against introducing the abhor- rent lines of religion and marking off hte races into Irish-Irish and Scotch-Irish upon the line of Catholicity and Protes- tantism. Many of the greatest Irishmen have been Protestants and many of the conspicuous leaders of the Nationalist thought of Ireland have belonged to that faith.Of late years, in this country, it has become the fad to criticise what a certain cult is pleased to call hyphenated Americans. The epithet is chiefly directed against German-Americans and Irish- Americans. These critics hold very properly that a man born in this country of foreign parents is an American without any qualification, and some declare that immediately upon taking out his final naturalization papers the foreigner becomes an American. It is a fact, however, that these censors of hyphenated Americans are the very person who, to the exclusion of the name American, call the people of this country Anglo-Saxon, notwithstanding the fact that, according to the best ethnological students, not 10 per cent of the American people can, by any stretch of the imagination, be attributed to the so-called Anglo-Saxon race. "The Quality of Viscidity" in Blood. There is, however, something to be said in extenuation of those so-called Hyphenated Americans and this is set forth very forcibly by Mr. W. D. Windom, son of the late Secretary of the Treasury. Answering the question, "Why Irish-Americans? Why German- Americans?" that distinguished authority says: "Because, the Anglo-American fraction of our people has been of late so arrogant and noisy in its demands; because in numerous editorials the victories won by the valor of German-Americans. Irish-Americans, French, and Italian- Americans, as well as Anglo-Americans, have been calmly put down to the credit of the Anglo-Saxon race; because we have heard the flag which we have supposed stood for Americans of all breeds called by a United States Senator 'the Anglo-Saxon flag,' whatever that may mean; because the progress made by the brain and brawn of all the races that have from the beginning made the force of our country has been attributed to the exclusive glory of the Anglo-Saxon; because the Anglo-Americans, in the expression of their devotion to the country of their origin, have presumed to speak in the name of the whole body of our people, by most of whom that country is regarded with distrust or aversion; because this small but voluble faction has been so far successful in its efforts to make the name American synonymous with Anglo-Saxon that our countrymen are beginning to be ashamed to be called Americans and are taking refuge in hyphenation in sheer self- defense." No matter to what race we belong, Celtic, Germanic, Scandinavian, Latin, or Slavonic, we must join with the so- called Anglo-Saxon in loving England and in doing what we can to bring about the alliance that will permit that power to pursue her career of rapine and spoliation throughout the world! In other words, the various races that make up our composite population are to cooperate with the English traction to make it the masters of us all. I again quote Mr. Windom: "Since the success of our arms turned the tide of English feeling in our favor, we have heard with tiresome iteration the statement that 'blood is thicker than water,' the implication always being that racial sympathies do and should take precedence of every other tie that binds men together. In a nation like ours, made up of all the races of Europe, to say nothing of Africa, this doctrine is about as dangerous a one as could be devised by our worst enemy if it were meant to be taken seriously or given general application. But, of course, everybody knows that it is not so meant. We all understand that in only one strain of blood among the many that go to make up our population is this quality of viscidity supposed to be desirable, and that the maxim is intended to read 'English blood is thicker than water'— all other kinds must be acknowledged to be thinner under penalty of being called un-American. If the Anglo-American will kindly forego his claim to be the only real American, and will cease his efforts to force his own traditions and sympathies upon his countrymen, we will hear no more of the other hyphenated sorts. But if we are to accept his view that we are not a nation, but a kind of colony owning affectionate allegiance to Europe, let us by all means organize along the lines of our racial predilections and be true to all the various branches of our ancestry, not to one only." We can never have a harmonious blending of the different elements of our complex population if one element, and that the least important, insolently claims that we are a nation of Anglo- Saxons. Away, then, with such claptrap and nonsense. Nothing is so shallow and mischievous as the vain and silly chatter about the relative importance and influence of the "Anglo- Saxons" and "Scotch-Irishmen" in the upbuilding of this Republic." T. ST. JOHN GAFFNEY. 11306 THE New York Mail and Express comments on Mr. St. John Gaffney's views about the Scotch-Irish myth: As to the Scotch-Irish, it is rather to be wondered that Mr. Gaffney did not recall the line of the celebrated Boston poet, Jeffrey Roche: "They say they are not Irish—God knows they are not Scotch!" And yet, in the last reduction, why may there not be, by this very token, Scotch-Irish? We will assume that a man's name is Archibald MacAlister, Duncan Campbell, or Sandy MacTavish, and yet that he and his father and grandfather were born in the province of Ulster, which is in Ireland. Forever debarred by such a name from the high privilege of calling himself an Irishman, the man is also shut out by his own nativity and that of his ancestors from assuming that he is Scotch. What can he do in such an emergency? What would he do if his ancestor in the Seventeenth or Eighteenth Century has landed in America, instead of in Ulster? He would call himself an American, would he not? So if the ancestor had landed in Ulster, the descendant should call himself an Irishmen. The name has nothing to do with the matter: for the Fitzgeralds, to take a conspicuous case, do not call themselves Norman, nor the Burkee, nor the De Lacys, nor the De Courceys, though all of them are of that descent. No, the "Scotch-Irishman" is a myth, a phantasm, a pipedream. He never existed in Ireland nor in Scotland, and he does not exist in America. His remains are not to be found in the barrows or tumuli or kitchen middens of any extinct civilization. He is a creation of the imagination, and his name is what Humpty Dumpty in "Through the Looking-Glass" calls a "portmanteau word," like "mimsy," which, as he kindly explains to Alice, means "miserable" and "flimsy." In other words, it is pure Jabberwocky. 11307Written for The Pilot. THE POET'S DREAM. ———— DOWN in a valley spreading fair, Its emerald fields and swelling streams, Unknown, alone in humble prayer, A poet dwells, whose pensive air Reveals the soul of song that gleams Through the rich phantasy of dreams, A vision rare. To Nature's lyre attuned he sings Of sights and sounds familiar grown; And sometimes sweeps the minor strings— Echoes from his heart's sorrowings— Like wood-dove tolling passionate moan, Amid the sylvan silence lone Its pleading rings. Far up the purple mountain-side The beacon-lights of Fame he viewed. "O Fate, be kind," he trembling cried, "To me those portals open wide," And upward there his way pursued, Past singing vale and solitude, Star canopied. But one by one those wardens bright Refused the singer's humble lay, And, toiling on with undimmed sight, His song burst through the silent night; And darker storms eclipsed his day, The brighter beamed that lofty way, Far up the height. And sweeter grew the songs he sung, Through sorrow's veil strained pure and clear: Far up the glittering heights they swung, And higher still by Echo flung; When lo, the wardens bright appear— "O Poet, rest, thy triumph's near, The gods among." "Rest ye within this sacred fane, And list Apollo's high decree": "Thy soul is true; thou shalt attain Thy recompense—a poet's reign— Thy lips shalt drink, thine eyes shalt see The fountain of fair Hippocrene Not all in vain." Kenton, Ohio. JESSIE STANFORD. —————— FACTS FOR A PLAIN SCOTSMAN. ——— He is now Wiser and Even Plainer Than Before. ——— THE New York Mail and Express recently published a letter from an anonymous correspondent signing himself "A Plain Scotsman," in which among other things he declared that but one Irishman achieved any prominence in the War of the Revolution. Mr. St. John Gaffney immediately furnished the newspaper referred to with the annexed letter, but as is usually the case, it was suppressed. It is a sad commentary upon the sense of justice of a section of the American Press that it is willing to publish libels upon the Irish race and not willing to print the truth when attention is called thereto. SIR:- I should imagine that your correspondent "a plain Scotsman" who says he takes a great pride in his birth and blood, would not have hesitated to affix his name to his communication of April 19. Surely he cannot be ashamed to figure as the champion of his race and country over his own name. The Scotch are not regarded as either a modest or a timid race, and yet what other reason can we assign for this concealing of identity? Your correspondent's statement that he has met Irishmen who declared that they were Scotchmen, must be taken "cum grano salis." The love of nationality is the most conspicuous trait in the Irish character, and furthermore they are too familiar with the lines of Lord Byron about Scotland and the Scotch of deny their country for that of the land of the Heather. Here is the opinion of Lord Byron, who was himself half Scotch, upon "Stern Caledonia!" And well I know within that bastard land Hath Wisdom's goddess never held command. A barren soil, where Nature's germs, confined To stern sterility, can stint the mind: Whose thistle well betrays the niggard earth. Emblem of all to whom the land gives birth: Each genial influence nurtured to resist: A land of meanness, sophistry and mist. Each breeze from foggy mount and marshy plain Dilutes with drivel every drizzly brain, Till, burst at length, each watery head o'erflows, Foul as their soil and frigid as their snows. Ten thousand schemes of petulance and pride Despatch her scheming children far and wide; Some east, some west, some everywhere but north. In quest of lawless gain they issue forth. Yet Caledonia claims some native worth, As dull Bœotia gave a Pindar birth; So may her few, the letter'd and the brave, Bound to no clime, and victors of the grave, Shake off the sordid dust of such a land, And shine like children of a happier strand; As once of yore, in some obnoxious place, Ten names (if found) had saved a wretched race. Your correspondent also says: "The claims of the Irish to taking any prominent part on the American side in the Revolution rests on a very meagre and shadowy foundation." Douglas Campbell, an American of Scotch descent, and the distinguished author of "The Puritan in Holland, England and America," has the following to say of the Irish immigrants before the Revolution: "They were un-English in all their ideas hating the institutions of England, civil and ecclesiastical, with a bitterness elsewhere unknown, to which the Revolution gave full vent. In the field of education the debt of America to these immigrants can hardly be exaggerated. In the middle and Southern colonies and un-English influence was exerted by the multitude of immigrants from the North of Ireland, to whom the English were an alien race, only hated for their oppressions. They contributed elements to American thought and life without which the United States of today would be impossible. By them American Independence was first openly advocated, and but for their efforts seconding those of the New England Puritans that independence would not have been secured. Not only did they contribute largely to the success of the Revolution, but it was mainly through their influence that alter the Revolution, representative [*11308*] institutions, unknown in England, were introduced into the South and West." Your correspondent also says "There is but one Irishman who came to any prominence in the war on the American side, to wit, John Barry." I shall now proceed to give "a plain Scotsman" some information upon American history. In addition to the authorities, Plowden, Ramsey, Roosevelt, and others whom I quoted in my last letter, I shall furnish him with some additional enlightenment on the subject. Gen. Richard Montgomery who was killed at the assault upon Quebec, was a native of Donegal. Generals Wayne and Knox were members of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, of Philadelphia, whose constitution provided that the members should be descendants of Irish parents on either side of the first degree. Both these distinguished men regarded themselves as Irishmen and proudly wrote themselves down for all time as such. General Knox was the first Secretary of War in the new Republic. When the British were driven out of Boston on March 17, 1776, the Commander in Chief, in honor of the national feelings of his Irish soldiers, had "Saint Patrick" made the countersign and name General Sullivan as Brigadier of the day. On December 17, 1781, Washington was unanimously elected a member of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick, of Philadelphia. In reply to an address from the society notifying him of his adoption to membership Washington replied as follows: SIR:- I accept with singular pleasure the ensign of so worthy a fraternity as that of the Sons of St. Patrick in this city—a society distinguished for the firm adherence of its members to the glorious cause in which we are embarked. Give me leave to assure you, sir, that I shall never cast my eyes upon the badge with which I am honored, but with a grateful remembrance of the polite and affectionate manner in which it was presented. I am, with respect and esteem, sir, your most obedient servant. GEORGE WASHINGTON. To George Campbell, Esq., president of the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick. When the Revolutionary finances were at the last ebb, seventy-six merchants of Philadelphia subscribed a large sum for the relief of the soldiers. Of the subscribers twenty were Irish, and the amount appearing opposite their names aggregated $442,500, and immense sum at that time. I shall now quote an extract from T. Hamilton Murray, a well-known authority. He says: Gen. Daniel Morgan, the hero of the Cowpens, was a native of Ballinascreen, County Derry. His victory over Tarleton was one of the most striking incidents of the war. With 500 troops, largely recruited of Irish-Americans, he defeated 1,000 English soldiers, and each of his men brought home a prisoner. Other Irish officers were Major. Gen. Stephen Moylan, a native of Cork, commander of Moylan's Dragoons; Gen. Edward Hand, a native of Kerry, one of Washington's most trusted officers; Genn. William Irvine, of County Clare; Gen. Andrew Lewis, of Donegal, an able and conspicuous soldier; Gen. William Maxfield, of County Longford; Gen. Richard Butler, of Kilkenny; Gen. John Rutledge, a brother of the signer of the Declaration of Independence; Gen. Walter Stewart and General Pickens. And this by no means exhausts the list. Turning from the land to the sea, we find Irishmen at the front. The first naval engagement of the Revolutionary War was fought off the coast of Main in 1775, between the English ship Margaretts and a lumber sloop in command of Jeremiah O'Brien, of Machias, Me., who was accompanied by his five brothers, all Cork men, and sixty others. The O'Briens and their companions in the old lumber boat defeated their adversary and captured her. One of the greatest naval heroes of the Revolution was Commodore John Barry, a native of Wexford. Our immortal Declaration of Independence was signed by fifty-six names, of which eight, in addition to that of Charles Thompson, of Pennsylvania, a County Derry man, who was the secretary of the Continental Congress, belonged to Irishmen or the sons of Irishmen. These were Matthew Thornton, of New Hampshire; James Smith, George Taylor, and Thomas McKean, of Pennsylvania; George Reade, of Delaware; Charles Carroll, of Carrollton; Thomas Lynch and Edward Rutledge, of South Carolina. Catholic Irishmen under the leadership of Charles Carroll, of Carrollton, were as devoted to the cause of American independence as their Protestant compatriots. In reply to an address presented to Washington by a committee of Catholics upon the conclusion of the war, that illustrious man said: And I presume that your fellow-citizens will not forget the patriotic part which you took in the accomplishment of their Revolution and and the establishment of their government, or the important assistance which they received from a nation in which the Catholic faith is professed. I thank you, gentlemen, for your kind concern for me. While my life and my health shall continue, in whatever situation I may be, it shall be my constant endeavor to justify the favorable sentiments which you are pleased to express of my conduct. And may the members of your society in America, animated alone by the pure spirit of Christianity and still conducting themselves as the faithful subjects of our free government, enjoy every temporal and spiritual felicity. The Irish in Ireland were equally as devoted to the cause of American Independence as their fellow-countrymen in the new Republic. As early as 1771, the Irish House of Commons gave evidence of the sympathy with the American colonies and Benjamin Franklin, who visited Ireland in that year, wrote home to that effect. Edmund Burke and Richard Brinsley Sheridan were foremost in championing the cause of the colonies in British Parliament. Washington received from Ireland many expressions of the heartiest congratulations from societies, to which he replied in appropriate terms. To one of these bodies in the County Tyrone he responded as follows in 1784. GENTLEMEN:- It is with unfeigned satisfaction that I accept your congratulations [*11309*] on the late happy and glorious Revolution. The generous indignation against the foes to the rights of human nature, with which you are animated and the exalted sentiments of liberty which you entertain, are too consonant to the teelings and principles of the people of the United States of America not to attract their veneration and esteem, did not the affectionate concern with which you regarded their struggle for freedom and independence entitle you to their more particular acknowledgments. If in the course of our successful contest, good consequences have resulted to the oppressed kingdom of Ireland, it will afford a new source of felicitation to all who respect the interest of humanity. I am now, gentlemen, going to offer you my best thanks for the indulgent sentiments you are pleased to express of my conduct, and for your benevolent wishes concerning my personal welfare, as well as with regard to the more interesting object, the prosperity of my country. G. WASHINGTON.It is rather late in the day to attempt to rob the Irish of their just share in the war of the Revolution and in the founda- tion of this great Republic. T. St. John Gaffeny 11310[Shorthand] Telephone. 1082 Riverside. P F 391 West End Avenue, New York, May 10th [01] My Dear Sir: A recent in logistic paragraph of mine about our friend Sherman Bell, in Harper's Weekly, has called out several newspaper attacks on him in Colorado. Am I not right in supposing that your opinion of him remains unchanged, as a brave, energetic and admirable young American? Faithfully yours John Paul Bocock Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay. 11311 2 The frivolous lighthearted days of civil service Reform, told me that you could quite conceive the necessity of shooting David B. Hill for the good of the country. Dave is dead for the time being but I believe him still to be the strongest man in the Democratic party today, so you may have to get your gun after all. But what about J.P.M. He seems to the forcing things to some sort of an issue. Maybe it will be some gigantic final struggle between money and labor. What are the Anarchists thinking about? They shoot and stab poor tired old kings and Emperors throw axes and jack knives at Hohenzollern threaten the Czar. Why is there no club, rock or shotgun even suggested for a man with more real insolent power in the heel of his fist than all the monarchs of Europe? Don't imagine for an instant that I am advocating battle murder sudden death. I am not. I only ask why they, the Anarchists don't go for him. He is doing a power of good for the country & helping us bear the world commercially & then he is not a crowned head but only a local banker. Why [*11314*] [*P.F.*] [*C.*] 8 Venti Settembre May 10th [*[01] *] Dear Theodore : I was delighted to get your letter of a while ago and to learn the truth about your Colorado trip. I had begun to think that some enterprising ex-member of the 1st Vol Cav. had let a menagerie loose in the district for your entertainment What fun you must have had? It is rather absurd of you at 40 (how much?) to begin to talk of obesity or obscenity (one is as true as the other) preventing you from ever stalking a chamois. There's Grohman just turned fifty he writes me & still good. You don't smoke & at least in my absence - don't drink you have a bulls heart and a stout serviceable pair of legs. Why in thunder shouldn't you go on as well as ever? I am willing to bet that ten days training would enable you to walk up any hill after any game. So don't get down hearted about your paunch yet awhile. Grohman by the way, indignantly denied not having answered your letter of last summer. [*11313*] In fact he kept a copy & wrote again enclosing it which I suppose you know by this time. No more Tyrol for me this year. We leave here for Sorrento on June 1st spend a month or so there & then sail from Naples to Southampton. July & August we spend in England & then home in September. If the great American continent yearns for me as I yearn for the G. A. C. I should run. Mr. McKinley close at next election. There is no place for me like my own place after all. I have the habit of being at home wherever I find my hat, but I am beginning to long for a permanent peg. Daisy is also looking forward to Newport & a settled life. She has always been fond of Newport & strangely enough likes Boston & it's folk. Now Boston is very near Newport. So also is New York very near I am glad to say, but that's a detail. As for me I want to hear you talk & see your teeth & eye shine. I also want to hear Foxy Grandpa Cabot prophecy trouble & see him fight tooth & nail to prevent his prophecy coming true. I want to get aboard something somewhere before Pierpont Morgan owns the earth & all that there in is. You once in has no religious crank tried to stick a knife into Dick Croker? Until lately he was seemingly one of the greatest potentates on earth. Yet no one ever saw him driving with police mounted in front on horses & along side his carriage on bicycles & followed by a cab full of detectives like the young king here. What about it all? I want to go home & find out. The new American Ambassador Geo. Meyer is settling down with his place here. I doubt if he stays long. It is no place for a live man who wants to get on. There is little to do & it doesn't matter much how one does it. Money is the real requisite. So I suppose it is harder to get people to take such a job & keep it. People worth while, anyway. Give my best love to your wife. Daisy is asleep or she would send hers to you both. Write when you get a chance. Give my love to the Cabots. We shall see them at Nahaut in September D.V. Tell Mrs. Lodge that my affection for her is undiminished but that our correspondence is too like unanswered prayers. That worthless Sprunks came to Rome while we were in Monte Carlo, so we missed him. Yours W. C. [*Chanler*] P.S. I don't know how to address a letter to the Vice President, so I won't try. Gibbon used to deny that he was an author - said that he was a private gentleman who occupied his leisure with his pen so I'll just address you as if surely a gentleman. An al-3 (?initials?) I've got to take another sheet to wrap the others up in for I've no more thick envelopes. As I was about to remark - I'll address this as if you were a gentleman (??) an almost impossible thing for a Vice President or President in any big public man to be nowadays. (?/) Col. the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of the U.S. A. Captaincies the Hon. Astor Bill as some of his friends call Willy. How ought one to address him anyway? I laid aside my Cuban Commission & military title as soon as the New York Hospital surgeons had X rayed my elbow & Spaniard laid down his arms. Mack is a major I believe but he has got over it now. If Harvard makes him a D.S.D. he'll be a doctor like Chauncey Depew. You'll be an (LLD?) if even as good.Col. the Hon. Doc. T. Roosevelt. B.A. L.L.D. [ki] my head begins to whirl-- Good night!Dr. [T?]. F. Chmeliceh-Luhan. 318 East, 79th Street. N.Y. May 10 1901 His Excellency Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President. US. Oyster Bay. L.I. How fit! I have the honor to [?] the receipt of your esteemed favor of 14 [?] at this late date. The cause for this delay was by absence from the city on my annual trout fishing excursion and I most respectfully beg for pardon. I beg to [?] your excellency, that it is a great honor to read each good and encouraging words of advice and I shall do as directed. Your obedient servant, [T??] F. Chmeliceh-Luhan.[*P2?*] [*C*] OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR OF AMBOS CAMARINES. Nueva Caceres, P. I., May 10th, 1901. The Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. My dear Colonel: Your kind letter just received. After writing you from Manila, I was ordered by the Department Commander to return to this place and assist in establishing the civil government, and was fortunate enough on my return to secure the surrender of the insurgent commander in this province, which has resulted in the establishment, by the Commission, of a civil government, and I have been appointed, through your influence and the result of my work, to the position of Governor. The position does not pay a very large salary, but I appreciate it very much, and will endeavor to perform all the duties in such a manner as to meet the approval of the Commission and the people. When the Commission arrived here, they intended to appoint a native governor; but after consultation with the native people as to whom they preferred for the position of Governor, a large majority of the native people themselves requested that I should be appointed their first Governor, as they believe that an American can do more towards establishing peace and a civil government for the first term than one of themselves. The Civil Commission are doing excellent work, and it is only a matter of a short time when we will have peace over the whole Island. General Funston asked that I be detailed as one of the officers to accompany him on the expedition after Aguinaldo. Captain Day, formerly of our old regiment, was on Funston's staff, and Captain Hazzard, whom you met at the Philadelphia Convention, commanded a troop of Macaveves that was to go with Funston. I helped to arrange the details of the expedition, and was in hopes of going until the last hour, but General Bates, the Department Commander, desired me to return to this province and negotiate with the insurgent commander. General Funston, as you know, succeeded in capturing Aguinaldo, and has done as much, if not more, than any officer on the Island, with the exception of General MacAurther, to quell the [*11317*](2) insurrection. I will from time to time, write you as to the conditions that exist here, and will never forget your assistance, and hope that at some future day I will be in a position to do something to repay you. As far as I have been able to learn, you need not be ashamed of the officers of your old regiment, whom you recommended for commissions in the volunteer service. Captains Day, Dame and Green, Lieutenants Ballad and Sears all stand high in military circles; and poor Luna and Keys, who have passed away, had the respect and confidence of all their superior officers. With kind regards, I remain Yours truly, George Curry 1st Lieut. 11th Cavalry,U.S.V., Governor. [*11318*] [May 10, 1901] Vice President Roosevelt. Washington D. C. My dear Mr Roosevelt. Please be so good as to pardon the intrusion of a little Virginia girl on your valuable time. I wrote you some time ago for your photograph, and as I received no reply – flattered my self, by trying to think [*11319*]that you did not get it. Now my dear Mr President, I do want your photograph, with your autograph on it, so much to place with those of my other favorites which collection includes Washington, Lincoln, B. Franklin, our own dear President McKinley, Senator Mark. A. Hanna and other prominent people, and I do want you so much too. Hoping that I may soon be the proud possessor of it– and that I may be favored with a reply. I remain your little Virginia friend Lottie G. de LaTour 1022 Court St Lynchburg Va. May 10#.01 [*11320*]DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CITY OF NEW YORK Board of Education Park Avenue and Fifty-ninth Street New York May 10. 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Dear Sir. The next Commencement of the Girls' High School of Brooklyn will be held on the evening of June 13th. Will you honor us by delivering the address to the graduates on that occasion? An early reply will greatly oblige. Very truly yours. Horace E. Dresser. Chairman 294 Greene Ave. Brooklyn N.Y. [*11321*]Buffalo. N.Y. [p2?] 10th May. 1901. Dear Mr Roosevelt: Mrs Ely and I have been talking with Mr and Mrs Milburn concerning your entertainment while in Bflo., and have arranged that if agreeable to you and Mrs Roosevelt we will take yourselves and a party of friends here to Niagara Falls on Wednesday, 22nd inst., leaving Buffalo in the morning [*11322*]Address W [Caryl?] Ely 178 Main Street. Buffalo NY on our private trolley car, doing the sights at Niagara on both sides of the River, having luncheon there and returning in the afternoon reaching home about half past five. If such an arrangement will be agreeable to you both and suit your convenience kindly let me know as soon as possible. Faithfully Yours W. [Caryl?] Ely. [*11323*] Fort Worth Texas May 10th 1901 Vice President Theodore Roosevelt Dear Friend and Brother I want you to receive my heartfelt and sincere thanks for your kind letter of recent date. which I perused with pleasure. I will say your letter is beautiful and an honor to me to receive such a letter. If I ever have the chance to visit the city of Washington I will be sure and call and ask you as I could not call on a finer man than Hon. Theodore. Roosevelt Vice President of the United States of America. Brother. Roosevelt I want you to help me to be Post Master here I have three Sons and one daughter I want to educate I want to get up in the world financially and I now have a good chance to accomplish my aim as the Salary of this office is a good one. a word from you to the President would do me a vast amount of good just now. Brother Roosevelt I am a poor man as you allready know but I can git a good Post Office better to be a Master Mason than I could if I was no Mason as the Brethren of the Masonic Fraternity are helping me here greatly which is a great honor to me. Bro. Roosevelt I have seen a hard time for the last 21/2 year in regard to deaths in my family. I lost my wife and two small children 21/2 years ago by the dreadful disease Minigitis the three members of my family diedinside of 11 days. my youngest son's name was McKinley Foster. I lost my son McKinley at the age of 2 years and 8 months. I wrote to President McKinley several times about my youngest son being named McKinley for him. and Vice President Roosevelt to add to my sorrow I lost my aged Father on the 17th day of Jan. last. Father was a substantial Republican a great friend of the late Hon Abraham. Lincoln. of spingfield Ill. Bro. Roosevelt to be truthful to you on the square I have been in distress for 2½ years, and if there is a person of this earth today needs a big office it is Joe. S. Foster of Fort Worth Texas. Bro Roosevelt. I am a Tennessean. I was born and raised in Dekalb Co Middle Tenn. I was taught by a good old Republican Father who taught me to love our grand old party. and cast my vote in our National Elections for our Republican canidates for President. I have been strictly loyal from my youth as I thought our side was right. in my youthful days I attached myself to the Union League we would hold our meetings in the courthouse where I was raised I was brought up in a strictly Democratic town I was persecuted often for the position I taken by Democrats. We had to snatch chances to hold our meetings of our League in the courthouse as we were persecuted greatly by the Democrats for the position we taken. But I held on to my party. and now I am called a prominent Republican in my old homeVice.President. Roosevelt every big Mason that I can write to for help, I do. If I ever accomplish my aim to be Post Master of this fine city. I can look back and say with Pride that the Masons made me Fort Worths new Post Master. If you think I am worthy of your favorable consideration it will be thankfully received for such an honor I never would forget if Hon Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of the United States of America. if he endorses me for Post Master of this fine city. Bro. Roosevelt I am sure to come to Washington City to see you all if you speak a word to the President for me. Bro. Roosevelt I want to stay at Washington about 2 weeks if I should come and want to converse with you on Masonry at the proper time and place I want to show you how I am posted in the three ancient degrees and want to converse with a big mason like Hon Theodore Roosevelt I do hope and trust that I will have the chance to see you and other distinguished gentlemen at Washington if so it will be one of the grandest events of my life. I am well endorsed from this city and Ohio. and Pa and Tenn. But one great test of my business is to get your endorsement if I can and then I am sure to win. Bro. Roosevelt if you help me you will never find cause to regret the day if you should speak a word in my behalf. as I have said I need the Office badly. if I get the Office [*11325*]I write to the President. that he will give me a fortune as the Salary of this Office is a good one Vice President Roosevelt you will please answer my long letter and help me if you can if so I will forever remember you. I want to come to the city of Washington but I want to come as Fort Worths new Post Master. I always had a desire to visit the city of Washington. but to be plain on the square I have not got the money to come on just now but hope and trust that I will be made the new Post Master for this city soon, and then I can easily come and stay at Washington for 2 weeks. If such should be the case I want to attend our Lodge with Vice. President. Theodore. Roosevelt in the city of Washington I guess I could work myself into the Lodge with the Brethren at Washington anyhow Bro. Roosevelt I think I am posted well enough But if I should not prove to be upon my arrival. I could converse with you on some other bright Mason. but I do not think I would be bothered any at all. you will please answer my letter I send my highest regards to you and Mrs Roosevelt Fraternally in A.F. & A.M. Joe. S. FosterGEORGE W. GIBBONS. DANIEL T. KIMBALL. Cable, Amarus. Telephone Call, 5014 Cortlandt. GIBBONS & KIMBALL, ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW. 245 Broadway, NEW YORK CITY. In Re.............................................. MANHATTAN, .......................... 190 valour such abillity in Freeing that Island from the Power of Spain dont endanger our own institutions by making a farce of our victory Let it become an American State only I intend calling a Convention of the League to protest against it becoming any else but one of the states of our Union. We took [*11327*] . GEORGE W. GIBBONS. DANIEL T. KIMBALL. Cable, Amarus. Telephone Call, 5014 Cortlandt. GIBBONS & KIMBALL, ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW. 245 Broadway, NEW YORK CITY. In Re...................................... MANHATTAN, 5/10/ 1901 My Dear R Can it be possible that our Goverment intends to Give the Cubans a seperate goverment with so many illustrations of their incompetency in south America I know what I am talking about I was in the Revolution in Cuba [* 11326*]in 1868. Your own experience is enough and I am satisfied that your estimate of the Cuban is about the same as mine - what should be Done is to wait for about five Years It will be then thoroughly Americanized. One word or protest from you on this subject in as much as I am satisfied that you will succeed Mr. McKinley will settle this Question and beyond any per adventure that we are not making converts for the benefit of any people but our own You were instrumental by your to you as a True Type of American Manhood. With a record as a Statesman Patriot & Soldier Truly yours Geo W Gibbons West American annexation League Label Committee Cigarmakers’ Union No. 33. SEE THAT This Label is On EACH BOX OF... CIGARS...... IT GUARANTEES A CLEAN-MADE CIGAR AND FAIR.... WAGES.... Office of The Secretary Indianapolis, Ind., May 10, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- I wish you would give me your opinion of the Tenement House and cheap labor cigar factories of New York, based upon the knowledge gained from your own personal visits to those institutions. Very truly yours, Clarence [Gau?] 741 So. East St. 11328 EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT THE CENTURY MAGAZINE UNION SQUARE NEW YORK R.W. GILDER, EDITOR R.U. JOHNSON, ASSOCIATE EDITOR C.C. BUEL, ASSISTANT EDITOR May 10, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Vice President: It was very generous of you to write me as you have written. I hope to have the pleasure, by the way, of hearing you deliver that address of which you speak. When it comes to the quotation I shall dodge my head under the seat. But, really, I never intended to write those inscriptions. I promised the authorities that I would see that the spaces were occupied and that I would write to President Eliot, who is the great inscription maker, to do the work. To my chagrin President Eliot had left the country for several months and his secretary refused even to forward my letter; so I had to do the work myself. I am glad now that I did it, since you and others have been so appreciative. Yours cordially, Birmingham, Ala. May 10, 1901 Vice Pres. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D.C. My dear friend:- I hope you will do all in your power to have me appointed to the highest rank possible in the army. I would like to be appointed paymaster or quartermaster in place of surgeon for awhile as you know my malaria contracted in Santiago while serving the army, and I have been sick ever since up to three months ago. I lost my wife twelve months ago, so I am alone and have no inoumberanoe. I have your letter of endorsement, also Gen'l shafoers, Wheeler's Wiliston's, Hasbrook, Col. Miley, Maj. Havard, Kneedler, Kane. I can also secure Gen'l Greenleaf's endorsement, if necessary There seems to be some little grievanoe between the Surgeon Gen'l and myself on account of my resigning so often. I would like to straighten this up with him, and make apology to him in any way possible. It is true I resigned four times, and he appointed me twice in ten days, but sickness and trouble caused my resignation. Hoping to have an early reply from you, address me Pensacola, Fla. Your true friend and obedient servant, St. Louis Mo May, 10th/01 Theodore Roosevelt Vice President U.S.A. Sir: I beg the honor to write. Rupert Haas A late Pvt. Co. “E.” 6th U. S. Infantry, was with Spain honorably discharged from the U.S. Army after serving seven years in accont off poor health. Which I have received during the war in Cuba. May the 15th 1899 I have applied for a pension and have been rejected for not knowing the address of my comrads. I am not able to make a living. I have Palpitation of the heart, Rumatisism, and very bad feet. I kindly beg for aid or accommodation for a Government position which I am able to do. Very Respectfully Rupert Haas 818 Geyer Ave St. Louis Mo 11332St. Louis, Mo. May 10th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, United States. Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- At a meeting of the Executive Committee held to-day, I was instructed to extend to you a cordial invitation to visit St. Louis on the Fourth of July and assist in a fitting celebration of the first Independence Day of the Twentieth Century, by delivering a patriotic address on that occasion. A monster parade will be held in the morning, speeches in the afternoon and the celebration to conclude with a magnificent display of fire-works in the evening. Delegations from surrounding states will be line, including Louisville, Dayton and Cincinnati, and patriotism will be aroused in a genuine old-time Fourth of July fashion. Trusting you will be in a position to favor us with your presence on that occasion, and assuring you that everything will be done to make your sojourn in our city a pleasant one, we remain, Yours very truly, C. S. [Lozilf] [?] 11333May 10/1907 Dear Hon. Roosevelt:- Some me requred your name on the register of the Cairo. I was about to send this up you. So will send it [?] now. If [?] I should take to [?] privated the real reason Brvetkwy was found to reseign. [?] [?] a more [?] [Arthur Mac Donald] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, 11334“The Cairo” (Room 1105) May 10, 1901 Dear Mr. Roosevelt:- I want to ask you some questions as to Elmira Reformatory at your convenience, if you can spare a few moments. Very Faithfully Arthur MacDonald My little Laboratory is on top floor of [Bu?] of Education and I would like to show you some new instruments for studying [?] I am usually there from 9-4. [*shorthand*] 11335Peter d. McHugh, 904-4th Avenue, Brooklyn, New York May 10/1901 You Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay. N.Y. Dear Sir, I am man. native, 40 years of age. Widona. have a Family of 7_ x am or have been supt of a [?avae?] stone Mnfg Concern for the past 9 years. Am a practical Tester of [Tu?p?]. having filed thousands of Bbls for the government, I am out of position for the past 6 weeks, & am in need of employment very bad. am of good address 5-11 - weigh 205 & am considered OK. I wrote you when 1st nominated for governor & have been an ardent admirer of yours ever since. I rec'd a reply which I valued & in showing it to my friends. I have been fighting for you ever since. So much so that I have been nicknamed Teddy. I belong to 6 orginazations & each are non political I never did belong to one of the latter. that *11336* is why I take this method of asking # 2 you to secure me a positione in any Capacity, I am sure I have secured more Democratic votes than any man in this election. My Friends have said now that you are out why not write to Teddy. so now I have. I sincerely hope for a favorable reply. Wishing you health Wealth & prosperity & hoping you will excuse this somewhat unusual manner of asking for a position_ Can give you references since I was 16 years of age Hoping to see you yet in the most exalted position in the world I am Yours Most Respectfully, Peter J. McHugh Confidential 11337Elmira College. A. CAMERON MACKENZIE, D. D., PRESIDENT Elmira, N.Y. May 10, 1901 My dear Mr. Roosevelt: Your very kind and cordial letter of May 7th is before me. Accept most hearty thanks for your willingness in the matter. Delta Delta Delta is one of the National College Fraternities a chapter of which our students desire to have established here. The Fraternity is conservative in the matter of establishing chapters. It is in large measure made willing to do so on the statement of persons prominent in our national life speaking a good word for the College desiring it. It does not follow that the person doing so should be a member of the Fraternity. I send a catalogue of the College by this mail, so that by looking over it you may have a better idea of the life and work of the institution. I am yours very sincerely, A. C. MacKenzie [*shorthand*] 11338Jennie Clarkson Home For Children, Katonah, Weschester Co., New York. Rev. A. B MacLaurin, Financial Agent, 64 Newell St., Brooklyn, N.Y. Officers Frank Dickerson, President. F.T. Hopkins, 1st Vice-President. W. M. Glover, 2d Vice-President. T. Franklin Smith, Secretary. George W. Lessells, Treasurer. Directors, Rev. Frank R. Morse, D. D. Rev. John J. Brouner, Charles J. Townsend, Mortimer J. Ennis, Rev. Robert S. MacArthur, D. D. William N. Batchelder, William H. Benjamin, John E. Thompson, Rev. Richard Hartley, Rev. Frank M. Goodchild, Rev. Charles E. Nash, Rev. Robert Bruce Smith, Frank Dickerson, Ferdinand T. Hopkins, William M. Glover, T. Franklin Smith, M. D. J. L. Johnson, Henry W. Sackett, Rev. John L. Campbell, D. D. L. V. F. Randolph, Rev. Edwin S. Holloway, George W. Lessells, James A. Bennett, M. D. 5/10 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay, [?. ?.] Dear Sir, I am personally a stranger to you, but you are no stranger to me. It was my good fortune to attend Philadelphia Convention and afterward stumps for two months during Campaign for the Republican party. I am endeavoring to raise $20.000. for a new building for the above Home for orphans. I felt that you would add some to this noble charity. The nobles charity is the saving and [housing?] of children to lives of Christian usefulness. You will recognize among the Directors some of the staunchest republicans in this great city - although that has nothing to do with the Home. I enclose a little folder which explains the [objective?] Trusting that this may be received in [?] of its needs. Very truly, [U.S.M.?] [uc?] Laurin 64 hewell st. Brooklyn NY, 11339[For enc see 5-10-01]May 10, [?] Form No. 1. The Western Union Telegraph Company. Incorporated 21,000 Offices in America. Cable service to all the world. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on condition limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. Number 9 Sent By [?] RECD By B Check 27 paid RECEIVED at 10 1901 Dated Buffalo NY [?] To [?] Theo Roosevelt The merchants exchange have arranged to give you a public reception on Tuesdy, October twenty first at noon if agreeable to you, "May I say it is," John G Millburn 11340[*P. F.] GROTON SCHOOL GROTON, MASS. May 10th, 1901. My dear Theodore, Your letter of the 7th of May is full of encouragement. I am greatly obliged to you for coming up and helping us so much. Donald and Perkins were extremely enthusiastic over the breakfast they had with you at the Union Club, and you brought in an atmosphere of enthusiasm which has been good for all of us. We had a second meeting of the committee at Harvard. Derby was elected chairman of the committee which is to interview the other associations of a kindred nature at Harvard, and to try to make one general society for the development of interest in public life. It will interest you to know that Derby had been elected Vice- President of the Union — the new University club. Mr. Henry Higginson is President, and so the Vice-President is the really active head of the club. I am immensely pleased at this election, for Derby will throw himself into the work with great ardor, and will be able to bring our boys into line. If we can only fill them with genuine enthusiasm for this new club, it will work a revolution in the social life at Harvard. Your plan to ask Derby and the other men to meet Colonal Sanger and a few of your political friends at lunch will delight their souls. I think that Donald might possibly be able to break away for a day if you should ask him as well. I am not sure of this, for he is a particularly busy person. He is, however, such a strong [*11341*]GROTON SCHOOL GROTON, MASS. man, and so likely to be a leader that it would be worth while to get him. If you can slip up the school again this spring we should like it much. It really is delightful here in June. I am, Sincerely yours, [Rutch M. Peabody?] [*11342*][shorthand notation]TELEPONE, 13-38TH ST. SOLE BOTTLER FOR H. CLAUSEN & SON BREWING CO.'S CHAMPAGNE LAGER EAST INDIA PALE ALE EXTRA AMERICAN STOUT HALF AND HALF OFFICE OF THE PHOENIX BOTTLING CO. 886 SECOND AVENUE New York, MAY 10 1901 190 Hon Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay NY, Dear Sir We have shipped to your address this day by express prepaid a barrel of Flanagan, May & Co's Marie Antoinette Bottled Beer. Compliments of our Mr. Wm L. Flanagan, Yours very truly Jay THE PHOENIX BOTTLING CO. [11343*](Exhibit "A") Office of the Assistant Commissioner, Department of the Interior, General Land Office, May 10, 1901. Mr. A. R. Greene, Chief of Division. Sir: You will please make Special for action forest lien selections Nos. 2374 - 2375 - 2860 and 2861. Very respectfully, W. A. Richards. Assistant Commissioner. [*11344*] [*Book - Circulary & Orders- Div R.*][Enc in Sparhawk 12-19-06]BOARD OF HEALTH W.C. JARNAGIN M.D. PRESIDENT E.H. RICHARDSON, M.D. SECRETARY CHAS F. BENSON, M.D. B.W. BIZZELL, M.D. BURTON SMITH, G.Y. PIERCE, M.D. Ex OFFICIO E.W. MONTITH, CLERK CHIEF SANITARY INSPECTOR'S OFFICE Atlanta, Ga. May 10, 1910 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster bay, N.Y. My Dear Sir:- I wish to thank you for your kind favor of the 6th inst. and express my appreciation of your kindness. I think your suggestion for me to have Col. Buck to write to the President an excellent one, and I shall ask him to write both to him and Attorney General Knox. Col. Buck is now suffering from an acute inflammation of the bladder, a painful complication of the grippe, but he has written to Mr. Walter Johnson, United States Marshall for this District, in my behalf. Mr. Johnson is reliable and will do what he agrees to do. He controls the machine Republican politics in Georgia and is fair and conservative. Congressman Livingston, the representative in the lower house of congress from this district was quite active in getting the appropriation for the Federal Prison located here, and Mr. Johnson tells me it will be the policy of the Republican Party to allow him to control some of the patronage of the prison. Mr. Johnson further tells me that he, Johnson, will agree to my appointment for prison physician if Mr. Livingston will be satisfied with this. Some of the most influential people in the District have asked Mr. Livingston to support me for the position, and I have Mr. Livingston'sletter was written to a prominent supporter of Mr. McKinley and Livingston, that he would do what he could to get the place for me. This is now the status of the matter. General Joe Wheeler will go before the Attorney General and ask for my appointment. My opponents for the position are men of no high professional, social or political standing, and I see no reason why I should not get the place. I shall go to Washington and New York in the near future, and I will endeavor to make myself known to the appointing powers for the position. Again thanking you for your gracious kindness to me in this matter, and assuring you of my high esteem and best wishes, believe me, most sincerely, Yours truly E. Ke. Richardson WAR DEPARTMENT, Washington, File No. 7238 J.A. G. May 10, 1901. My dear Sir: I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of 15th ultime, inclosing and commending to favora- ble consideration, a communication and its inclosure from William H. Egather, late Private, Company D, Battalion of Engineers, who is seeking a revocation of his dishon- orable discharge from the Army, imposed as a part of his sentence following conviction of several serious offenses. Replying thereto, I beg to inform you that the sen- tence of dishonorable discharge in this case having been already executed, is now beyond the reach of Executive action, and cannot be changed to an honorable one. Congressman Payne, of New York, who recently call- ed at the Department in connection with this case, has been advised as above. Very respectfully, [?} Cary Langer[?] Assistant Secretary of War [?] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11347 112 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, May tenth, 1901 Honorable Theodore Roosevelt: Vice President of the United States; Esteemed Sir:- A number of men of Pennsylvania and the Virginias are about to form an association to purchase and preserve the historic old manor house known as "Harewood" near Charles Town, West Virginia, built by General George Washington for his brother Samuel and now the property of John Augustine Washington. The mansion and grounds occupy two hundred and sixty five acres and the estate lies between Harper's Ferry and Charles Town. It is a historic old edifice. Here James and Dolly Madison were married. Louis Phillips afterwards king of France remained in his exile. Then Lafayette was twice entertained and there 11348 General George Washington then a young Virginia colonial spent nearly two years. In the parlor of Harewood is the companion marble mantle to the one given Washington by Lafayette and now at Mount Vernon. The entire region in filled with historic and romantic association and Harewood is the center of it all.. Now we want to [emesh?] your interest in the memorial. We do not want a contribution but we wish you would serve as the Honorary Vice President of the association. President McKinley is asked to be Honorary President and we appose having on our list of Vice Presidents many of them famous men of the country. As a great admirer of [*11349*] you I write you first even before the President to ask you to aid in this capacity. It will involve more of your time and it will aid a very worthy and patriotic cause. Yours sincerely Edwin Fairfax Naulty Secretary pro tem. [[shorthand]][*begins with two columns of shorthand*] Washington, May 10th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay N.Y. Dear Sir:- Replying to your favor of the 8th April would say. I herewith enclose letters To The Director of the Census from my cousin Judge Spring and Judge Kruse. You said you would gladly forward them to The Director with your hearty endorsement. I will state that my original application was endorsed by Geo. E. Matthews of The Buffalo Express. E. H. Butler of the Buffalo News, Hon Charles A Orr, United States Pension Agent and Col. Alexander, our Member of Congress, so if not known to you personally, 11350 My respectability and capacityare sufficiently vouched for so that you can aid me in a manner that will produce the desired results. If you would state that you you are interested in my retention and would consider it a favor if the Director would comply with the request of these letters. I have no doubt he would do so. I would be pleased to hear from you upon your receipt of a letter from the Director as to the result. Thanking you for your will- ingness to help me as suggested in your letter. I remain Very truly Yours Everrett Spring Census OfficeMay 10, 1901 Washington D.C. Mr. Roosevelt Sir if you are going to have horses in Washington and will need a coachman i would like to have the place Can gave the best of reference of this City and of New York having about thirty years experience with some of the best horse men of the country and thereby under stand the care and the handling of them in every manner i am Now employed by the Public Buildings and greens under Col. T. A. Bimhan in charge of Gen John M - Willson horses who retired on the first of may My heath is five feet and seven inches with hundred and fifty five coller light and have a second man if needed of the same discription and can recmend him we have live in {**} two places to gether over nine years would like to here from you pleas address to room 24 War Dept. Washington Chas Swann 11353 Publishing House of Funk & Wagnalls Company NEW YORK: 30 Lafayette Place. LONDON: 44 Fleet Street. New York. May 10, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. Dear Sir:- You will no doubt remember me, [?] having met you in Newburgh when you delighted that overflowing audience [strikethrough]by[end] with your address at Dr. Iglehart's Church. I am associate now with the above house in the publication of the Jewish Encyclopedia, a prospectus of which I am sending you under separate cover by this mail. It is to contain everything concerning Jews and Judaism from the earliest time up to the present day, and is to be done by nearly 400 expert scholars of every nationality and religion. Now, as you have said to me that you appreciate very much the efforts of my co-religionists, and as I know that you are anxious for informa- tion on every conceivable subject, may I ask you to kindly sign the enclosed blank and return the same. With kind regards, Yours respectfully, HVeld Rabbi 11354 [For 2 encs see 5-10-01]New York City, May 10, 1901 Vice-Pres. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I., N. Y. Honoured Sir:- Knowing your friendship for my race and the interest you have always manifested in our progress and elevation, I write to ask if we can secure your services to deliver an address to the coloured young men of New York City under the auspices of the Coloured Y. M. C. A., any Sunday afternoon in the month of June of July. We have a splendid organization now that has been adopted as a Branch of the Metropolitan Work. Our progress as been very gratifying to Mr. Clevland H. Dodge, the President and all of the Directors. We have a building well furnished, a splendid Secretary, whose salary is paid by the Metropolitan Organization; and once a month we have a public meeting on Sunday afternoon at some of the large churches. We have had some very representative ministers to speak for us. At our last meeting we had six hundred men present, and Rev. R. S. MacArthur, D.D., LL.D., was the speaker. If we can secure your services for a Sunday afternoon, we can have you at the Nt. Olivet Church, of which I am pastor, the largest coloured congregation in the city, which has a seating capacity of fifteen hundred, or, better still, we can secure Carnegie Hall. With respect, I am Sincerely yours, C.T. Walker Pastor Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and Chairman Committee of Management Coloured Men's Branch Y. M. C. A. New York City.[left hand of two pages has short hand on top] New York May 10th 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Sir I hope that you will pardon me for troubling you But as my case is a sad one I ask you to assist me. I was working in the Dry goods for the last four years I had to give it up on account of bad health The Doctor advised me to get some out-side work. I have tried everything but cannot get work I never belonged to any 11356Political organization and the politicians in this city got no use for any man that that don't I have always voted for you in the past and will in the future From the time that you were President of the Police Department I always voted for you and helped to close up some of the saloon's at that time I ask your Honor to send me a few lines as a personal favor of introduction to President Vreeland of the Metropolitan Street Railway. And you will do an act of charity and myself and my wife and family will always pray for your welfare and success I wish to go conducting on the cars on Broadway Hoping you will do me and my wife and family that good favor for I am sorely in need of employment Yours respectifully Patrick J. Ward 705+ 9th Avenue Manhattan New York City 11357Form No. 1. May 10,1901 THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. 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NUMBER SENT BY REC'D BY CHECK 7 [*Ou*] 13 28 pd RECEIVED at 10 1901 Dated Scranton pa To William Loeb Jr Secy to Hon Theo Roosevelt Congressman Connell and the Committee will be glad to meet the Vice President nine thirty Saturday Morning at four hundred twenty two - Madison ave as per your telegram --- L A Watres [•• shorthand notes in four lines on the left**] [ca5-10-01] Craigie School 57 WEST FORTY-SIXTH STREET TELEPHONE No. 2038- 36th STREET The boys of the Craigie School request the honor of your presence at the performance given by the Comedy Club at its Berkely Lyceum on Friday May 10th at half past two and beg your acceptance of the enclosed box. R.S.V. P. 11359Form No. 1. May 10,1901 THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been asserted to by the sender of the following messages. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays. In transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER SENT BY REC'D BY CHECK 7 Oy 13 28 pd RECEIVED at 10 1901 Dated Scranton pa To William Loeb Jr Secy to Hon Theo Roosevelt Congressman Connell and the Committee will be glad to meet the Vice President nine thirty Saturday Morning at four hundred twenty two Madison ave as per your telegram- L A Watres [*[ca 5-10-01]*] Craigie School 57 WEST FORTY-SIXTH STREET Telephone N0 2038-38th STREET The boys of the Craigie School request the honour of your presence at the performance given by the Comedy Club at Berkely Lyceum on Friday May 10th at half past two and beg your acceptance of the enclosed box R.S.V.P. [*11359*][*[ca-5-10-01]*] Lieu Selections made in Wyoming by Z. T. Hedges; under Act June 4, 1897 (30 Stat., 36): Parts of Sections. Sec. T. R. N. W. Lieu Sel. 2374, N.E.1/4 N.E.1/4 23 54 81 6th P.M. 480 acres, N.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 " " " Approved S.W.1/4 S.W.1/4 14 " " Aug. 11-02. E.1/2 S.E.1/4 " " " W.1/2 S.W.1/4 13 " " N.E.1/4 S.W.1/4 " " " N.W.1/4 S.E.1/4 " " " S.E.1/4 S.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 19 " " Sel. 2375, Let 4 & S.E.1/4 S.W.1/4 18 54 80 840 acres, N.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 20 " " Approved S.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 " " " Aug. 6-03. N.1/2 N.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 21 " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 " " " S.1/2 N.E.1/4 22 " " S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 " " " N.E.1/4 S.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 S.W.1/4 23 " " S.1/2 S.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 S.W.1/4 25 " " Let 2 30 54 79 Sel. 2860, S.E.1/4 S.W.1/4 14 56 80 1516.11 acres, N.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 23 " " approved N.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 " " " Sep.12-03 N.W.1/4 S.E.1/4 24 " " E.1/2 S.E.1/4 35 " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 " " " S.E.1/4 5 54 80 S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 9 " " N.W.1/4 S.E.1/4 " " " E.1/2 S.E.1/4 " " "Lieu Selections made in Wyoming by L . T. Hedges: under Act June 4, 1897 (30 Stat., 36): Parts of sections. Sec. T. R. N. W. Lieu Sel. 2374, N.E. 1/4 N.E. 1/4 23 34 81 6th P. M. 480 acres, N.W. 1/4 N.W 1/4 * * * Approved S.W. 1/4 S.W. 1/4 14 * * Aug. 11-02 B. 1/2 S.B. 1/4 * * * W. 1/2 S.W 1/4 13 * * N.R. 1/4 S.W 1/4 * * * N.W. 1/4 S.R 1/4 * * * S.R. 1/4 S.E. 1/4 * * * N. 1/2 N.E. 1/4 19 * * Sel. 2373, Lot 4 & S.E.1/4 S.W.1/4 18 54 80 840 acres, N.W. 1/4 N.W. 1/4 20 * * Approved S.E. .1/4 N.W. 1/4 * * * Aug. 6-o3 N.1/2 N.E. 1/4 * * * N.1/2 N.E. 1/4 21 * * N.1/2 N.E. 1/4 * * * S. 1/2 N.W.1/4 22 * * S.W.1/4 N.E. 1/4 * * * N.E.1/4 S.E. 1/4 * * * N.1/2 S.W. 1/4 23 * * S.1/2 S.E. 1/4 * * * N.1/2 S.W.1/4 25 * * Lot 2 30 54 79 Sel. 2860, S.E. 1/4 S.W. 1/4 14 56 60 1516.11 acres N.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 23 * * approved N.W.1/4 N.E. 1/4 * * * Sep. 12-03 N.W. 1/4 S.E.1/4 24 * * E.1/2 S.E. 2/4 35 * * N.1/2 N.E 1/4 * * * S.E.1/4 5 54 80 S.W.2/4 N.E. 1/4 9 * * N.W.1/4 S.E. 1/4 * * * E. 1/2 S.E. 1/4 * * * Parts of Sections. Sec. T. R. N. W. Sel. 2860 S.W.1/4 S.W.1/4 10 54 80 continued N.1/2 N.W.1/4 15 * * E.1/2 N.E.1/4 13 * 81 S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 * * * Let 7 6 54 80 Let 1 7 * * N.E.1/4 S.E.1/4 * * * N.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 26 * * S.W.1/4 S.W.1/4 23 * * N.W.1/4 S.E.1/4 30 * 79 S.E.1/4 N.E.1/4 30 55 78 S.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 2 54 79 S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 10 * * S.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 * * * Lot 4 19 55 77 E.1/2 N.W.1/4 9 54 80 S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 31 56 77 W.1/2 S.E.1/4 * * * Sel. 2861, N.W.1/4 S.W.1/4 14 54 80 32O acres, S.E.1/4 S.W.1/4 * * * Feb. 13-04 S.1/2 N.E.1/4 * * * N.E.1/4 N.E.1/4 25 * * N.E.1/4 S.W.1/4 30 * 79 S.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 35 55 80 Enc in Sparhawk 12-19-06Lieu Selections made in Colorado, 8 by G.W. Benedict, 1 by Elijah P. Lee; under Act June 4, 1897 (30 Stat., 36): Parts of Sections. Sec. T.R. S.W. Sel. 1912, S.E. 1/4 13 33 66 160 acres, approved S.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 " " " Jan.20-06 S.W.1/4 " " " S.E.1/4 14 " " Sel. 1913, S.W.1/4 S.E.1/4 15 " " 1400 acres, S.E.1/4 N.W. 1/4 " " " approved N.E.1/4 22 " " Jan. 20-06. N.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 23 " " and other lands described in application. Sel. 1914, S.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 13 " " 280 acres, S.1/2 N.E.1/4 14 " " approved S.1/2 N.W.1/4 " " " Feb. 2-06 S.1/2 N.E.1/4 15 " " Sel. 1915, S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 15 " " 680 acres, N.1/2 N.W.1/2 " " " approved N.1/2 N.E.1/4 14 " " Feb. 2-06. W.1/2 S.W.1/4 26 " " S.1/2. N.E.1/4 27 " " N.1/2 S.E.1/4 " " " N.E.1/4 35 " " S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 29 " " S.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 " " " N.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 21 " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 S.W.1/4 22 " " N.W.1/4 N.W.1/4 27 " " S.E.1/4 N.W.1/4 " " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 " " " Sel. 1917, 80 acres, S.1/2 N.E.1/4 24 " " app. Jan.20-06. Sel. 1918, 40 acres, N.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 24 " " app. Jan.20-06 11363[Eve in Sparhawk 12-19-06] (Sheet 2) Parts of Sections. Sec. T. R. S. W. Sel. 1919, S.1/2 S.E.1/4 25 33 66 960 acres, E.1/2 S.E.1/4 17 " " approved E.1/2 N.E.1/4 20 " " Feb. 2-06. E.1/2 S.E.1/4 " " " W.1/2 N.W.1/4 21 " " S.W.1/4 S.W.1/4 " " " N.W.1/4 28 " " N.W.1/4 S.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 S.W.1/4 " " " S.W.1/4 S.W.1/4 " " " N.E.1/4 N.E.1/4 29 " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 15 " " Sel. 1919, N.1/2 N.W.1/4 15 " " 960 acres, S.E.1/4 S.E.1/4 17 " " approved S.W.1/4 N.E.1/4 " " " Feb. 2-06. E.1/2 S.W.1/4 " " " W.1/2 S.E.1/4 " " " W.1/2 N.E. 1/4 W.1/2 S.E.1/4 20 " " N.W.1/4 N.E. 1/4 29 " " N.E.1/4 " " " S.E.1/4 18 " 65 Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 " " " E.1/2 N.W.1/4 " " " E.1/2 S.W.1/4 " " " N.E.1/2 N.E.1/4 " " " N.1/2 N.E.1/4 19 " " S.E.1/2 N.E. 1/4 " " S.W.1/4 S.E. 1/4 " " " Lots 3 & 4 E.1/2 S.W.1/4 " " " 11364 Enc in Sparhawk 12-19-06 APPENDIX. iii IMPORTANCE OF THE STUDY OF CHILDREN While the study of children has been gradually growing in im- portance and interest, it is only as yet at its beginning. We do not know whether there are mental and physical characteristics by which we might distinguish criminal children from other children. It is difficult to tell whether such characteristics come more from the child's nature or more from its surroundings. If crime is mostly due to the environment, as is generally believed, and if this could be determined in the case of each child, there would be much more probability of lessening crime, for it is possible to change the child's surroundings, but not its nature. If we could know whether there were mental and physical charac- teristics peculiar to unruly children in school and criminal children in reformatories, or to dull school pupils and feeble-minded children, characteristics distinguishing such children from the normal child, we might foresee special dangers to these children, and thus protect many from temptations and conditions that otherwise would ruin them. Such knowledge as this can only be gained by a patient scientific study of large numbers of children of all classes.1 There has been much investigation of school children, but as the subject is in its experimental stage and methods are new, criticism has naturally been aroused. This is the history of all new lines of inquiry that take up the humanities. Some imagine that the children might be harmed by instruments used upon them, or their rights interfered with, but nothing could be farther from the truth. The study of children is simply to gain knowledge about them, and if knowledge is power, it will be power for their good. OPPOSITION TO PSYCHO-PHYSICAL RESEARCH. Rigid methods of research, which have been confined mostly to the sciences, should be applied to man. It is only recently that more exact methods have been used in the investigation of the mind. Opposition and ridicule came not only from the ultra-conservative people, who are usually opposed to all new things, but from extreme doctrinaires. The day has come when opinion, theory, or specula- tion must give way to first-hand knowledge. The value of opinion depends upon such knowledge, an ounce of which is worth a pound of theory. Much of this opposition also may be due to the mistaken idea that psycho-physical studies tend to materialism, or are liable to 1 For further discussion see "Study of Man" (by writer), in American Journal of Sociology, May, 1901, University of Chicago. A PLAN FOR THE STUDY OF MAN. 1 BY ARTHUR MACDONALD, WASHINGTON, D.C. The greatest of all studies is that of man himself as he is today. A scientific investigation of man must be based primarily upon the individual, who is the unit of the social organism. If we are ever to have sufficient definite knowledge of living human beings that may become a science, it can only be done by the careful study of large numbers of individuals. The more thorough the study and the larger the number, the more useful such investigation can be made to society. As in machinery we must first repair the little wheels out of gear, so as in society we must first study the criminal, crank, insane, inebriate or pauper who can seriously injure both individual and community. Thus a worthless crank, by killing a prominent citizen, can paralyze the community. The injury from such action is often beyond cal- culation. Our Government pays out millions to catch, try, and care for criminals, but gives very little to study the causes that lead to crime. The study of man, to be of most utility, must be directed first to the causes of crime, pauperism, alcoholism and other forms of abnor- mality. To do this the individuals themselves must be studied. As the seeds of evil are usually sown in childhood and youth, it is here that all investigation should commence, for there is little hope of making the world better if we do not seek the causes of social evils at their beginnings. The most rigid and best method of study of both children and adults is that of the laboratory, with instruments of precision in con- nection with sociological data. Such inquiry consists in gathering sociological, pathological, and abnormal data as found in children. in criminal, pauper, and defective classes, and in hospitals. Such experiments or measurements should be made as are of interest not only to sociologists, psycho-physicists, and anthropologists, but also to physiologists and pathologists. It has been proposed to conduct such investigations under our Government by the establishment of a Psycho-Physical Laboratory; for to gather a large number of such data concerning a large num- ber of individuals, and to compute, tabulate and publish the results 1. Appendix to a Psycho-physical Study of Zola by the writer. 11-365 APPENDIX could not easily be undertaken by an individual or by a university, because of the expense involved. Since the field is necessarily very large, the investigation should be in those parts of it which promise to be productive of most practical results in the way of amelioration or prevention of social evils. The following is a measurement blank being used by the author in the study of children: 1 No, _____ Name, _____ _____ ; date _____ ; school grade, _____ ; name of observer, _____ ; sex, _____ date of birth, _____ ; age in years and months, _____ ; colour of hair, _____ ; of eyes, _____ ; of skin, _____ ; first born, _____ ; second born, _____ ; later born, _____. ANTHROPOMETRICAL Weight, _____ ; lung capacity, _____ ; depth of chest, _____ ; width of chest, _____ ; circumference of chest, _____ ; height, _____ ; sitting height, _____ ; strength of lift, _____ ; of arms, _____ ; of right hand grasp, _____ ; of left hand grasp, _____ ; total strength, _____ ; is the subject left handed? _____ ; maximum length of head, _____ ; maximum width of head, _____ ; cephalic index, _____ ; distance between zygomatic arches, _____ ; between external edges of orbits, _____ ; between corners of eyes, _____ ; length of nose, _____ ; width of nose, _____ ; height of nose, _____ ; nasal index, _____ ; length of ears,right, _____ ; left, _____ ; length of hands, right, _____ ; left, _____ ; width of mouth, _____ ; thickness of lips, _____ ; PSYCHO-PHYSIOLOGICAL Least sensibility to locality, right wrist, _____ ; left wrist, _____ ; least sensibility to heat, right wrist, _____ ; left wrist, _____ ; least sensibility to contact on the skin, _____ ; least sensibility to pain by pressure of two points, _____ ; least sensibility to pain by pressure, right temporal muscle, _____ ; left temporal muscle, _____ ; least sensibility to smell, right nostril, _____ ; left nostril, _____ ; least sensibility of muscle sense to weight, right hand, _____ ; left hand, _____ ; measurement of effects : of fatigue, _____ ; of emotion, _____ ; pulse, _____ ; respiration, _____ . SOCIOLOGICAL Nationality of father, _____ ; nationality of mother, _____ ; nationality of grandfather, father's side, _____ ; mother's side, _____ ; nationality of grandmother, _____ ; father's side, _____ ; mother's side, _____ ; occupation of parents, _____ ; education of parents, _____. ABILITY IN STUDIES Bright, dull, or average, in general, _____ ; in arithmetic, _____ ; algebra, _____ ; grammar, _____ ; drawing, _____ ; geography, _____ ; history, _____ ; music, _____ ; reading, _____ ; spelling, _____ ; penmanship, _____ ; German, _____ ; physics, _____ ; science, _____ ; manual labor, _____ ; etc., _____. (Answer after each study and for other studies not mentioned. When in doubt as to brightness or dullness, mark person everage.) ABNORMAL OR PATHOLOGICAL If abnormal or peculiar, name in what way, _____ ; unruly, _____ ; sickly, _____ ; defects in speech, _____ ; defects in sight, _____ ; defects in hearing, _____. Palate, _____ ; aural asymmetry, _____ ; cephalic, _____ ; palpebral fissures, _____ ; frontals, _____ ; expression, _____ ; hand balance, _____ ; nutrition, _____ ; pigmentation, _____ ; ptosis, _____ ; rachtitism, _____ ; epilespy, _____ ; lordosis, _____ ; kyphosis, _____ ; scoliosis, _____ ; other defects, _____ ; diseases had, _____. Remarks : _____ 1See Experimental Study of Children (by writer), reprint from Report of U.S Commissioner of Education for 1897-98 APPENDIX undermine morality and religion ; but such unfounded opposition is gradually ceasing, and where it does exist, it is due either to ignorance or to mistakes that may often occur in the introduction of new methods. SOME RECENT RESULTS FROM THE STUDY OF MAN It may be interesting to give some of the results of recent investigations of modern man. The statement of these results will indicate how incomplete and unsatisfactory our knowledge of living man is. As there can be no more important study than man himself, the need of bringing this study up to the degree of accuracy equal to that of the sciences is evident. But this can be done only by patient investigation with instruments of precision applied to many persons of all classes. To these psycho-physical results must be added a sociological study of all the outward conditions in which the individuals have existed from childhood up. This combination of psychophysics and sociology will make both more useful to the community. The conditions below, although based upon a considerable number of cases and experiments, can be held only as tentative, that is, whilst true for the individuals experimented upon, they have only a general probability when applied to all persons. To be generally true, most of the conclusions would have to be based upon a very large number of experiments. Some of the conclusions may seem so obvious as not to need an experimental basis, but commonly accepted ideas may prove to be more false than true when submitted to rigid tests, for, general impressions are sometimes based on conspicuous exceptions. It is not intended here to note results from all those who have done research work. In giving the conclusions we have followed the work of the investigators as much as brevity would allow, giving the general idea in as few words possible. As will be seen, much research has been done by Americans. APPENDIX. vii The memory-image tends to grow larger as the time interval increases (War- ren and Shaw). The memory image is more readily producible after five minutes than after one minute (Bentley, I. M.). Matter memorized orally appears to be retained slightly better than that mem- orized visually (Whitehead, L. G.). It is absurd to assume that the memorizing of any subject gives valuable mem- ory training (Kirkpatrick, E. A.). Sentences are remembered inversely in proportion to their length and number of non-essentials contained (Shaw, J. C.). Great men, though often absent-minded, have strong memories in lines of their interests (Yoder). The accuracy of memory is enhanced if during the interval the attention is deflected from the thing to be remembered to something else (von Zwetan Radoslawow-Hadji-Denkow). SKIN. The skin over the joints is more sensitive than elsewhere; touches on the back are more distinctly felt than touches on the front of the body; touches on the left side are not so well localized as on the right side (Krohn and Bolton). The greater the mobility of the part, the greater the sense of locality on the skin (Vierordt). A weight held by one limb seems to become lighter as soon as we contract other muscles of the limb, which, however, are not required to act in supporting the weight (Charpentier). The sensibility to cold is generally greater than to heat, that of the left hand greater than the right (Goldscheider). Limbs which are asleep feel heat and not cold (Herzen). The greater the sensibility of the skin the more rapidly can stimuli succeed each other and still be perceived as single impressions (Bloch). Two points touching the skin feel wider apart than when moved along the skin (Fechner). The pain threshold increases with the area of stimulation, but, like the tactile threshold, much more slowly than in direct proportion. The most sensitive parts of the body are those where the skin is not separated from the bone by muscular and other tissues (Griffing, H.). In cutaneous perception of form, the tip of the tongue ranks first, then come the finger tips and lips (Major, D.R.). TASTE AND SMELL. Taste sensations, so far as their discriminative or intellectual value is con- cerned, are the composite result of the mingling of sensations of smell, touch, temperature, sight, and taste (Patrick, G. T. W.). Sweet is tasted best on tip of the tongue, sour on the edge, and bitter at the base, acid equally on the tip and edges, but less at the base (Kiesow, F.). Saline substances are tasted most rapidly (after 0.17 second); then come sweet, acid, and bitter (v. Vintschgau). Odorous bodies diminish the number of respirations (Gourewitsch). Weber's law applies to smell (Gamble, Eleanor). MOVEMENT. The thought of a movement already begins it, facilitates it, quickens it; yet attention to a practiced movement in many instances embarrasses it, hinders it, lengthens it (Baldwin). Accuracy in judging space by movements of the arm increases with age (Gilbert). 11368 APPENDIX. V RESULTS. 1 GROWTH. Large children make their most rapid growth at an earlier age than small ones (Bowditch). Maximum growth in height and weight occurs in boys two years later than in girls (Bowditch). First-born children excel later born in stature and weight (Boas). Healthy men ought to weigh an additional 5 pounds for every inch in height beyond 61 inches, at which height they ought to weigh 120 pounds (Lancaster). Chest girth increases constantly with height and is generally half the length of the body (Landsberger). Chest girth and circumference of head increase in parallel lines (Daffner). The relatively large size of head as compared with body in children may be due to the fact that from birth on the child needs its brain and senses as much as when it is grown (Weissenberg). Boys grow more regularly than girls, but the growth of girls during school years is greater than that of boys (Schmidt). In boys in school the muscles of the upper extremities increase with age as compared with those of the lower extremities because of their sitting more than standing (Kotelmann). Breadth of face increases much more rapidly in proportion to the growth of head in breadth and length (West). Tall boys (navel cadets) are much more likely to have completed their growth at an earlier age than those short in stature (Beyer). Children born in summer are taller than those born in winter (Combe). Boys of small frames often have large heads and are deficient in repose of character, and when the chest is contracted and mental action slow this mental condition is due probably to lack of supply of purified blood (Liharzik). Delicate, slender people are much more subject to typhoid fever than to con- sumption (Hilderbrand). Women students who have had infectious diseases are superior in weight, height, strength, and lung capacity to those having had hereditary diseases (MacDonald). 2 Some defective children are over-normal--that is, they are taller and heavier than other children (Hasse). Growth degenerates as we go lower in the social scale (British Association for Advancement of Science). Dull children are lighter and precocious children heavier than the average child (Porter). Urban life decreases stature from five years of age on (Peckham). Truant boys are inferior in weight, height, and chest girth to boys in general (Kline). Righthandedness is natural, and the superiority of the right over the left hand increases with growth (Smedley, F.W.). SIGHT. Visual perceptions are not copies of a physical world, but mainly the result of experience and utility (Cattell). In the association of images frequency is the most constant condition of sug- gestibility (Calkins, Mary W.). If the eye is the expressing sense, all lengths are greatly underestimated, the error deccreasing as the length increases (Jastrow). 1. For a full understanding of some of the results, one of course must consult the original articles. 2. Philadelphia Medical Journal, April 20, 1901.vi Appendix. The recognition of an ordinary picture requires one-fifth of a second or less, the time decreasing as the familiarity increases (colegrove, F.W.) An object is recognized more readily when inverted than in either of the two intermediate portions of quarter-reversal, and more readily than in the erect mirror position or the position inverted (Dearborn, G. V.). Visualization decays as age advances and abstract thought increases (Armstrong and Jud) Localization seems to depend much more on tusion than upon motor tension of the eyes (Hyslop). The effects of fatigue are more lasting towards the side portion of the retina than near the center (Washburn, Margaret F.). From the commencement of a monetary illumination until the appearance of an after-image 0.344 seconds elapses (v. Vintschgua and Lustig). The eye when in the primary position can be rotated from this position 42o outward, 45o inward, 34o upward, and 57o downward (Schuurmann). The sense of sight is much more accurate in estimating length than the sense of touch aided by the muscular sense (Swift, E. J. ). When colored objects are very small and illumined only for a short time, the normal eye first fails to perceive red (Aubert). When retinal fields (colored squares or figures) are presented in succession the new field dominates in consciousness (Pace, E. A.). There is good evidence for believing that we can get an after-image from a metal image (Downey, June E.). Red and yellow are visible at greater distance than green and blue (Misses Tanner and Anderson). The pleasantness of colors generally increases with their saturation(Cohn, J.). The optic nerves, especially the left optic, in Laura Bridgman, are very small, when compared with those in normal brains (Donaldson). Children cannot see colors as far in indirect vision as adults. Difference in sex makes no perceptible difference in the extent of color range (Luckey, G. W. A.) In comparison of a fixed object with one which is moved towards or from the eye, the moved object is generally underestimated (McCrea and Pritchard). Sound In the audibility of shrill notes there is a remarkable falling off of the power as age advances (Galton). Beats are more precisely perceived by the ear than by other sense-organs (Horing, Mach). We distinguish more easily the direction from which noises mixed with musical tones come than that of tones (Rayleigh) The fixedness of auditory localization can indeed influence the optical impression' (Munsterberg and Pierce). The conception of a rhythm demands a perfectly regular sequence of impressions within the limits of about 1.0 sec. and 0.1 sec. (Bolton, T. E.) The auditory elements in reading is a much more persistent factor than articulation (Secor, B. S.). Tones of liminal intensity, attentively followed by practiced observers, evince the fluctuations ordinarily described as "fluctuations of attention" (Cook, H. O.). There is no good evidence for supposing that cutaneous sensations play any part in the localization of sound (Angell and Fite). Memory In young children a memory image is smaller than its object, while in adults it may exceed the object in size (Wolfe, H. K.). The memory which acts quicker acts better (Bigham, J.). vii Appendix Automatic movements of the speech organs do take place and are far from uncommon (Curtis, H.S.). There is a gradual increase of motor ability with age; the increase in mental ability is not so well marked. Boys slightly surpass girls in motor ability, while the reverse obtains in mental ability (Bagley, W.C.). Involuntary motor reaction there is a strong tendency to expansion under agreeable stimuli, and to contraction under disagreeable stimuli (Munsterberg). Contraction of the extensor muscles is more pleasant in itself then contraction of the flexors (Dearborn, G. V. N.)> The individual who is fairly accurate and very quick is generally more accurate when he takes more time (Fitz, G. W. ). The average knee-jerk varies in amount at different times of day, being as a rule greatest in the morning and very much less at night, and in general large after each meal (Lombard). Attention. The constant of attention for any activity increases with (1) the effort of the accommodation of the special sense-organs; (2) the effort in coordination of the muscles; (3) the effort of the memory, and (4) the number of simultaneous activities (Welch, Janette C.). The time question in attention is not a case of a "sensory" versus a "motor" reaction, nut of a sensori-mortor less habitual versus a sensori-motor mor habitual (Angell and Moore.). In perceptual attention there is a general increase in the rapidity of respiration. This is also characteristic of heightened mental activity (MacDougal, R.). Volition. The power of volition of the ego seems to induce changes in the cerebral centers and connected organs of sense apparently without any use of the muscular system to control the nature of those changes (Ladd). Mental images themselves constitute the motivies, the springs of action, for all we do (Lay, W.). Positive feeling seems to indicate that the function exercised is supported by a good amount of nervous energy, and negative feeling, the opposite condition (Hylan, J. P.). If the volitional temperament is unfavorable, practice will have no effect in determining the two types of reaction time (Titchener, Hill and Watanabe) Stimulation and Sensation. Intensity of sensation is exactly proportional to the duration of stimulation, the time being less than necessary to produce a maximum effect (Lough, J. E.). The threshold of sensation for the sense of pressure in an average person is 2 milligrams on the forehead, temple, and back of forearm, 5 milligrams on nose and chin, and 15 milligrams on under surface of fingers (Scripture). Equal increments of sensation are produced by increments of stimulus in geometrical progression (Morgan, C. L.). The minimal time of stimulation which will yield an after-sensation is about 5 seconds with a pressure of 150 grams (Spindler, F.H.). In judgements of comparison with a mental standard, there is an absence of any correspondence with weber's law (Woodworth and Thorndike). Moral Sense. Young children think of the result of action; older children consider more the motive that leads to action (Shallenberger, Margaret). The humane instinct in children is much stronger than the destructive instinct (Barnes). There is a very general representation from all States among the residents of Washington. Conclusions concerning the children, therefore, may be more applicable to our country as a whole. We give some results from our study of 20,000 children in the public schools. As Circumference of head increases mental ability increases. 1 Colored girls have larger circumference of head at all ages than white girls. Boys have greater circumference of head than girls; yet girls are superior to boys in their studies, but girls show higher percentages of average ability and so less variability, indicating less power of adaptation. this is interpreted by some to be a defect from an evolutionary point of view. In white children brightness decreases with age in most studies.2 In colored children the reverse is the case. Dull children are the most unruly, and unruly children are the dullest. Mixture of nationalities does not seem to be favorable to development of mental ability in the offspring. The pubertal period of superiority of girls over boys in height, sitting height, and weight is nearly a year longer in the laboring classes than in the non- laboring (professional and mercantile) classes. Children with abnormalities are inferior in height, sitting height, and weight and circumference of head to children in general. Abnormalities are most frequent at dentition and puberty. 3 UTILITY OF RESULTS. Interest in these results may be admitted, but their utility ques- tioned. It may be asked, what special object there is in finding that the breadth of a child's face increases much more rapidly than the breadth and length of the head, or that first-born children are phys- ically superior to later born, etc., etc. We think that such data can be made useful; but let us suppose they are not useful at present. Much money has been given and great interest manifested for the discovery of new chemical elements or the search of unknown planets. We erect statues and found art galleries at great expense. These things may not all be immediately useful. Indeed, the highest art spurns even the idea of utility; and yet when it is proposed to study a child thoroughly to gain an insight into its nature, to find the causes of its defects, so that we may protect it and help it to become a good citizen, the utilitarian cry is heard. The time has come when it is important to study a child with as much exactness as we investi- gate the chemical elements of a stone or measure the mountains on the moon. If facts about children, whether immediately useful or not, are not important we desire to ask what is important in life. [*1 It being understood that the race and sex are the same. 2 Except in the more mechanical studies, as penmanship, drawing, and manual labor. 3 For popular treatment of many points see article (by writer) entitled "The Study of Children," Everybody's Magazine, New York, June, 1901.*] [*11370*] APPENDIX. [*ix*] As age increases children have more sense of their own value, submit to pun- ishment less, but feel more responsibility (Frear, Caroline). Moral action in child life is more a matter of imitation than intellect (Street, J.R.). Girls show less interest in material things than boys, and admire the aesthetic more (Chandler, Katherine). READING AND WRITING. Many acts called intelligent, such as reading and writing, can go on quite automatically in ordinary people (Solomon, Lean M., and Stein, Gertrude). In reading, the size of type is the all-important condition of visual fatigue. No type less than 1.5 mm. in height (eleven point) should be used, the fatigue in- creasing rapidly even before the size becomes as small as this (Griffing and Franz). In learning to interpret the telegraphic language, it is intense effort which educates; each new step in advance seems to cost more than the former (Bryan and Harter). In writing, men respond to an increased difficulty by intensifying the voli- tional impulse, women by a reduction in the size of the characters written (Diehl, A.). Rapid readers do their work better, as well as in less time, and retain more of the substance of what is read. (Quantz, J. O.). As to legibility of small letters, w, m, q, p, v, y, j, and f are good; h, r, d, g, k, b, x, l, n, and u are fair, and a, t, i, z, o, c, s, and e are poor (Sanford). Eye movements in reading are not materially different from those made in response to peripheral stimuli as the eye looks back and forth between two fixa- tion points (Dodge and Cline). In adding, the effect of alcohol seems to be a slight quickening; in reading and writing, alcohol produces a period of quickening followed by a period of retardation (Partridge, G. E.). ILLUSIONS AND DREAMS. In perception of visual form, each observer has certain habits of illusion, or certain typical modes of associative completion, which persist with modification throughout his records (Hempstead, L.). Illusions are mainly due to auto suggestion(Tawney, G. A.). Men are less prone than women to illusions of weight (Wolfe, H. K.). Dreams are the product of light sleep, representing the reinstatement of con- sciousness after the early and profound sleep (Patrick and Gilbert). The delusions of the waking hours seldom or never come to harass the sleep of the monomaniac (Pilez, A.). Illusions are easily built up when suggested along the lines of firmly fixed associations, and consequently the brightest children are more suggestable under these conditions than the dullest ones (Dresslar, F. B.). BLUSHING AND FEAR. Blushing comes from shyness and fear, is unnatural and morbid, increases at puberty, and is greater in women than men (Partridge, G. E.). In boys, fear increases from ages 7 to 15, and then declines; in girls, from 4 to 18. Girls fear more than boys (Hall). POWER OF ESTIMATION. Younger children underestimate weight and size (proportion) and overesti- mate time (Franz and Houston). Weights are discriminated a little better through the hand than through the foot (Kinnaman, A. J.). In the estimation of measurement men are more accurate than women (Bolton, T. E.). [*11369*]X APPENDIX. Time perception can alone be accounted for as a process. Nearly all persons under nearly all conditions find a particular length of time interval more easily and accurately to be judged than any other (Nichols, H.). MISCELANEOUS Students entering college have heads on the average 19.3 cm. long ; 15 per cent. have defective hearing ; their average reaction time is 0.174 sec. ; they can remember seven numerals heard once (Cattell and Farrand). In reaction time, the ear-lip coordination is the fastest (Angell and Moore). Lower races seem to have shorter reaction times than higher race ; they are more automatic (Bache, R. M.). The mental processes of the highest animals are not radically different from those of man, but man has capabilities of feeling and intellection which animals cannot attain (Mills, W.). Mental exercise causes less inflow of arterial blood into the arm, and so does sleep (Mosso). Vascular tonicity increases dicrotism (double-beating pulse) and high pressure diminishes it (Binet). In general, sensitiveness to pain decreases in order of birth (Carman, Ada). Those who have endured the most hardihood in life are usually the least sensitive to pain (MacDonald). City children are more vivacious, but have less power of endurance, then country children (Liharzik). Among U. S. Naval Cadets there is a great preponderance of blonds (Beyer). The insane show an excess of 5 per cent. of light eyes, with dark hair, and criminals of 10 per cent. of dark eyes, with dark hair, over the general population (Roberts). In Germany 40 per cent. of the children of the well-to-do classes are blonds and less than 10 per cent. brunettes (Virchow). The endurance (ergographic work) of boys is greater than that of girls at all ages (Christopher, W. S.). The desire to make the objective conditions correspond with the subjective ones requires unity in our forms and is the one essential condition for the emergence of the aesthetic consciousness (Pierce, E.). In religion conversion is not a unique experience, but has its correspondence in the common phenomena of religious growth (Starbuck, E. D.). Continuous intellectual work during several hours produces a decrease in the heart beats (Vaschide). Weather conditions which are physically energizing and exhilarating are accompanied by an unusual number of excesses in deportment and the minimum of deaths and mental inexactness, while the opposite meteorological conditions show the reverse effects (Dexter, E. G.). In literature red indicates man ; blue and green, nature ; and white, yellow, and black, imagination (Ellis, Havelock). PATHO-SOCIAL AND PSYCHO-PHYSICAL WORKS by ARTHUR MacDONALD, Specialist in the United States Bureau of Education, Washington, D. C. ABNORMAL ABNORMAL MAN, being essays on Education and Crime, Criminal Sociology, Criminal Hypnotism, Alcoholism, Insanity, and Genius, with digests of literature and a bibliography. 1893. Published by U. S. Bureau of Education. Washington, D. C. 445 pages, 8°. 2d edition, 1895. CRIMINOLOGY, a psychological and scientific study of criminals, criminal contagion, criminal hypnotism, and recidivation, with introduction by Lombroso. Bibliography. Second edition. New York, 1894. Funk & Wagualls, publishers. 416 pages, 12°. Price, $2.00. LE CRIMINEL-TYPE dans quelques formes graves de la criminalité; Jesse Pomeroy, "the Boy torturer" ; Piper, "the brainer" (Belfry case, Boston); "Jack, the Ripper" (de Londres). Bibliographie de sexualité pathologique. Triosième édition. Un volume en 8° illustrait de portraits. Publié par A. Storck, Lyon, et G. Masson, Paris. 1895. 300 pages. Prix, 5 francs. The works is not published in English. EDUCATION AND PATHO-SOCIAL STUDIES, including an investigation of the murdered "H." (Holmes); reports on psychological, criminological, and demographical congresses in Europe; London slums and Gen. Booth's Salvation Army movement. Reprint (from Annual Report of U. S. Commissioner of Education for 1893-'94), 57 pages 8°. Washington, D. C., 1896. EMILE ZOLA, a psycho-physical study of Zola's personality, with illustrations; his physical and mental peculiarities: nervous system, finger imprints, morbid ideas, etc. Reprint (from Open Court, August, 1898. 18 pages), 1899. Gratis on application to author. ABNORMAL CHILDREN (in preparation), a study of genius, precociousness, eccentricity, insanity, feeblemindedness, suicide, crime, cruelty, viciousness, pauperism, alcoholism, drunkenness, intemperance, degeneration, depravity, and MORAL EDUCATION in children. NORMAL EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF CHILDREN, including Anthropometrical and Psycho-physical measurements of Washington school children; measurements of school children in United States and Europe; description of instruments of precision in the laboratory of the Bureau of Education; child study in the United States; and a bibliography. Reprint (from Annual Report of U. S. Commissioner of Education for 1897-'98), 325 pages, 8°. Washington, D. C., 1899. THE "CAIRO," WASHINGTON, D. C.question, "What can be done with this helpless, homeless child?" The Jennie Clarkson Home answers that question. The completeness, how- ever, of that answer rests with the pastors and churches of three States. This is a most glorious and Godly work in a practically new, but long neglected direction. Will not every Christian or philanthropic per- son give something for this noble charity? We have waited long enough. The churches of Greater New York and other large industrial centers should especially respond to this appeal. Hazardous employments multiply the helpless element in society. [*Requests*] FORM I. I give and bequeath to Jennie Clarkson Home for Chil- dren, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of New York, its successors and as- signs, the sum of .............................Dollars. FORM 2. I give, devise and bequeath to the Jennie Clarkson Home for Children, a cor- poration organized under the laws of the State of New York, its successors and assigns, the following described property, to wit : (Here described property ). BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Rev. Frank R. Morse, D. D. Charles J. Townsend Rev. Robt. S. MacArthur, D.D. William H. Benjamin, Rev. Richard Hartley, Rev. Chas. E. Nash, Ferdinand T. Hopkins, T. Franklin Smith, M.D. Henry W. Sackett, I., V. F. Randolph, Geo. W. Lessells, James A. Bennett, M.D. Rev. John J. Brouner, Mortimer J. Ennis, William N. Batchelder. John E. Thompson, Rev. Frank M. Goodchild, Frank Dickerson, William M. Glover J. L. Johnson, Rev. John L. Campbell, D. D. Rev. Edwin S. Holloway, Leonard D. White, Rev. Robert Bruce Smith. LADIES' AUXILIARY COMMITTEE. OFFICERS, Mrs. Frank Dickerson, President, Great Neck, I. I. Mrs. William N. Batchelder, Secretary, 224 E. 71 St., N. Y. City. Miss Harriet D. White, 39 E. 74th St., N. Y. City. STATE SECRETARIES Rev. O. P. Gifford, D. D., Buffalo, N. Y. Rev. George H. Ferris, New Haven, Conn. Rev. Charles H. Dodd, Newark, N.J. ...The Jennie Clarkson... home for Children Katonah Westchester County New York Officers FRANK DICKERSON President F. T. HOPKINS W. M. GLOVER First Vice-President Second Vice-President T. FRANKLIN SMITH GEO. W. LESSELLS Secretary Treasurer [*11371*]Jennie Clarkson Home was founded through the munificence of the late William R. Clarkson, as an enduring memorial to his daughter Jennie. The Home had its formal opening on the 30th of October, 1900. Location- The Home is located at Katonah, Westchester County, New York. The Directors purchased a farm of about one hundred and fifty acres. It is beautiful for situation, commanding an extensive view of the surrounding country. The house, although enlarged once, is too small to accommodate the number of little ones whose touching appeal constantly cries unto us. Object- The object of this corporation shall be to receive and take charge of such children between the ages of five and fourteen years as may be orphans by reason of the death of one or both parents, or as may be left without proper guardianship, to provide for their support and to afford them the means of a religious, moral, intellectual and industrial training. Field- Our field embraces the three states of Ney York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Orphans, half-orphans and neglected children, commended by any Christian church or philanthropist of these three States, may be admitted. From these three States we must receive our support. Membership- The payment of ten dollars or more constitutes a person an annual contributor; twenty-five dollars a benefactor; five hundred dollars a patron. These amounts may be paid in instalments if desired. Financial Agent- In December, 1900, Rev. Archibald B. MacLaurin was invited to accept the financial Agency by the Directors. He accepted the same and began to look after the financial interests of the Home. We most cordially commend him and the Home to the confidence, love and generosity of all. To his appeals we ask our brethren, churches and Sunday-schools to give a liberal response. Remittances- Remittances should be made to the Treasurer, Mr. George Lessells, 377 1/2 Jefferson Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y., or to the Financial Agent, 64 Newell Street, Brooklyn, New York. Appeal- The Apostle James tells us that, "Pure religion is to visit the fatherless and widows in their afflictions." The word "visit" has a Hebrew significance. For to the Jew this meant more than to us. God visited His people when He redeemed them from bondage, or gave them abundance for want, joy for mourning. God visited Job when he cleansed him from his leprosy and gave him "twice as much as he had before." And in like manner we visit orphans and destitute children, in the Apostle's sense, when we defend them from storms of the physical and moral worlds; when we effectively minister to their wants. So, if we would save this great nation, we must save the boys and girls. All reformation should begin close to the cradle, and the wisest charity is the saving and training of the children for lives of Christian usefulness. The pitiful cry of these homeless ones should find a ready response in all tender, loving hearts. We appeal to you, in the name of the boys and girls, whose cry is their helplessness. God says, "Defend the poor and fatherless, do justice to the afflicted and needy." So God lays the burden at our door. Shall we turn a dull ear and a blind eye towards these little ones whose little pathway should be illumined and shaped by the Christly hand of the Church? Every pastor and every church either has met, or doubtless must meet, the----OFFERING---- FOR Jennie Clarkson Home FOR CHILDREN "Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the afflicted and needy." Ps. 82:3. I hereby recognize my opportunity, my responsibility and my privilege to give as the Lord's Steward, to the above Home for Homeless and Parentless Children, $........ Name..... Address..... 11372 [Written on the left hand side and right hand side, vertically:] If we would save the Nation we must save the Children. (5 -10-01) Funk & Wagnalls Company, 30 Lafayette Place, New York City, N.Y. 11373[Enc. in Held 5-10-01]Jewish Encyclopedia Advance Offer. Funk & Wagnalls Company, 30 Lafayette Place, New York Sirs:- I accept your advance offer on the Jewish Encyclopedia in twelve volumes, aggregating about 8,000 pages, printed in the English language. It is understood that I am to receive the regular $72.00, twelve-volume, illustrated cloth-bound edition, for which I am to pay $60.00 in instalments of $5.00 each; the instalments are to be due and payable on the completion of the successive volumes of the work; that is, I will forward $5.00 as each volume is published, when I receive a notification that the said volume is ready for delivery, or if I prefer, I will pay $50.00 when the first volume is ready for delivery, which amount you will accept as payment in full for the entire work. It is also understood that the first volume will be issued about May, 1901, and the remainder at the rate of about three per year, until the twelve are issued. This contract is unconditional except as above noted, and is not modified or affected in any way by any other verbal or written agreement. Signed____________________________________ Business Address______________ Home Address______________________________ Date______________________ 11374[Enc in Held 5-10-01]Browning Mont May 11th 1901 Hon. Theodore. Roosevelt Vice. President United. States Washington. D.C Dear. Sir Permit me through this letter to shake your hand. for your able speech delivered before the Home Market Club at Boston. I called my family about me, we number twelve, and read them your speech, as I try to teach them the sentiments purposes and duty of our great party. Away up heer in the North West corner of Montana, as I overlook the work of our great people and party in the past three years, I some time fear, as a nation, we may drag our anchors and drift — hard aground — in my humble opinion your timely warning lets go another anchor to the wind ward. That will enable the nation to weather the storm of Successful Effort. I fought in the [?] on the union side. My father was killed at Fort Pillow on the union side. Perhaps it is needless to say I am a Republican, also from old Albany, N.Y. My Boys 17 and 14 are fine Rifle shots. The oldest would 11375have gone with your Rough Riders to the Spanish War, but I am much crippled up. he had to stay at Home to ride the Round up, as we have cattle. Now then 3 cheers and a tiger for your self, and your very able Home Market speech. and may god Bless you. perhaps you may have time to answer this. if so, I thank you in advance for my sons. Very Respectfully Your humble servant Chas Aubrey 11376[shorthand notation]Bedford Bank Brooklyn NY May 11, 1901 189 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Washington, D.C. Dear sir, I take the liberty of addressing you on behalf of the Sunday School Association of the Eastern District of Brooklyn. This association numbers in children and teachers about twenty-five thousand persons. They have their annual Sunday School Parade on Thursday afternoon, June 6th. This is probably the largest numbers of children that parade in one solid column, and is the most interesting sight that a lover of children can witness. They are very anxious indeed and desire above all things to have you review the parade. Some of the schools have boys dressed in Rough Rider costumes. The reviewing stand is built in front of the Hanover Club House on Bedford Avenue. Ample and comfortable places will be reserved for you and any friends who may be desirous of accompanying you with their ladies. The parade will pass the reviewing stand, first in two columns of four abreast on each side of the avenue. After reaching Flushing Avenue each column turns in towards the center, so that on the return there is a column of eight abreast counter marching in the center with a column on each side of four abreast, making a solid mass of children marching sixteen abreast. I go thus into details in order to give youBedford Bank Brooklyn NY 189 T. R. 2. a slight idea of this imposing pageant. Now my dear Colonel will you grant this request and make glad the hearts of twenty-five thousand children and their teachers? The time consumed will not be to exceed two hours and thirty minutes, and if in the kindness of your heart you conclude to come, I shall take pleasure in arranging to send carriages for your party at any point you may designate. Hoping and praying for a favorable answer from you, I have the honor of subscribing myself Your obedient servant, Grand Marshall.[For enc see 5-11-01] Glasgow, Ky., May, 11, 1901 Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, Dear Honorable Sir- Please forgive my seeming presumption, but you will, I feel sure, understand my interested motive. I have learned from news papers that you are a literary person, and a writer. Today, I send you, by mail, one of the books just published. 'Mary Magdalene, or A Romance in the Life of Christ.' I would like for you to write me some encouragement so that I could have an item thus purporting (in my local paper) 'A prominent gentleman of Washington, D.C. has written Mrs. Boyd very encouragingly 11379 of her book? This you know would be quite an advertisement for my book. Ah! noble hearted one (for such you have the reputation) if you only would realize one thousandth the part of anxiety I feel for the success of my book, I believe you would aid me. I have little children to raise and educate, no house & very little, or near no resource for support. I need the money greatly, very greatly. I make you a present of my book, in order for reputation of it, + benefit for our family. Please donot cast this aside unheeded. I believe you will aid me. I was three years getting the work up. 11380 Glasgow, Ky. May 11, 1901. Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, Dear Honorable Sir- Please forgive my seeming, presumption, but you will, I feel sure, understand my interested motive. I have learned from newspapers that you are a literary person, and a writer. Today I send you, by mail, one of books just published. 'Mary Magdalene, or A Romance in the Life of Christ.' I would like for you to write me some encouragement so that I could have an item thus purporting (in my local paper). A prominent gentleman of Washington, D.C. has written Mrs. Boyd very encouragingly [*11379*] of her book? This you know would be quite an advertisement for my book Ah! noble heartened one ( for such you have the reputation) if you only could realize one thousandth part of the anxiety I feel for the success of my book I believe you would aid me. I have little children to raise and educate, no home, & very little, or near no resource for support. I need the money greatly, very greatly. I make you a present of my book, in order for reputation of it, & benefit for our family. Please do not cast this aside unheeded. I believe you will aid me. I was three years getting the work up. [*11380*] 3 you have no idea how anxiously I shall await your reply. I stop, at intervals, to hold my throbbing head, as I write these lines. Please answer just as soon as possible to Your humble friend, (Mrs.) Sallie Taylor Boyd, Glasgow, Ky., Barren, Co., P.S. The advertisement would be such an aid. I need not specify any name, unless you would not care. S.T.B.[For enc see 5-11-01] Askwish Baltimore N.C. May 11 1901. My dear Sir. Roosevelt I had the pleasure of seing your cousin Mrs. Brown this morning looking well and bright as she always does. 11382She had received a letter asking about the address of "her brother" & asking for information of his hunting club; [??] are sure that it is my brother whom the writer referred to, & as the letter may be lost though Mrs. Brown hoped to find it I take the liberty of sending the address to you, feeling sure it was through your kindness that the gentleman {Mr. Wheeler I believe} got the address. With apologies for troubling you and also with thanks for your kind messages. I am yours sincerely, 11383 [?Alfred Genland Campbell.?] "TO FOSTER THE TRADE AND WELFARE OF NEW YORK." THE MERCHANTS' ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK New York Life Building B.C. MEAD, Assistant Secretary [print of building] New York Life Building TELEPHONE: [? 935?] FRANKLIN ............ PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE MERCHANT'S ASSOCIATION OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS WILLIAM F. KING, President JOHN C. JUHRING, 1st Vice-Pres. ALVAH TROWBRIDGE, 2nd Vice-Pres. JOHN C. EAMES, Secretary CHARLES M. WEBB, Treasurer. GEO. F. CRANE, MEYER JONASSON. WM. W. TEFFT, ADOLPH OPENNYM, CORCELLUS H. HACKETT, JOHN M. STARIN, GEORGE L. DUVAL, GUSTAV M. SCHWAB, FRANK SQUIER, D. LE ROY DRESSER, JAMES B. DILL, Counsel, of DELL, BOMEISLER & BALDWIN. NEW YORK May 11th., 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Mr. Roosevelt, I have been in Texas for the past three weeks only returning yesterday. I found your letter of April 24th and thank you for it. I have not written Secretary Hay. I do not know him well enough to do so. If, however, you are willing I will send him a copy of your letter, transmitting it with a brief note in which I will inform him I am sending it with your permission. Kindly let me know about this. I wish you could have been in Texas with us. We had what the boys might call "A Bully Time." Among other places, we went to Quanah where we were decorated with badges of the annual Cow Boy's Re-union held there last year. they gave us an exhibition after [of] roping contest and breaking in of some Bronchos which was fine. With kind regards, I am sincerely yours, [?Wm R. Couweek??] [*Thanks for your letter and enclosures. you gave me a lot of information I am particularly desirous of having I earnestly hope you have laid this information before Secy May also"*] [*11384*]The Central Trust & Safe Deposit Co. A . Paul Building 115 East Fourth St. Cincinnati. Capital Stock $250,000. Individual Liability of Shareholders $250,000. Deposited with State Treasury $100,000. NAT HENCHMAN DAVIS, President. LUCIEN WULSIN. 1st Vice Prest. S.R. BURTON, 2nd Vice Prest. GAZZAM GANO, Treas. & Secty. May 11, 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D.C. My dear Teddy:- I have given to Mrs. John Wiggins, a cousin of Mrs. Davis, a letter of introduction to you, not only because I am very much interested in her, but also, because I wish to do everything in my power to assist her in obtaining an appointment for her son to the Naval Academy as a member of the class, under the appointments at large by the President, of June 1902. I know her son, Carl Wiggins, now attending the Pomfret School, to be a thoroughly fine, manly fellow, one whom, I sincerely believe, would be a credit to the Service which he has set his hear upon joining. If you meet Mrs. Wiggins, I need say nothing of her. His father was Dr. John Wiggins, a member of the Class of '76, Harvard, and a graduate of the College of Physicians & Surgeons of New York. Good stock to furnish strong timber for the Navy. I sincerely hope that you will meet Mrs. Wiggins personally, and, if this is a matter in which you may be able to assist her by giving some endorsement, or recommendation, that you may do this as a kindness as a favorThe Central Trust & Safe Deposit Co. A . Paul Building 115 East Fourth St. Cincinnati. Capital Stock $250,000. Individual Liability of Shareholders $250,000. Deposited with State Treasury $100,000. NAT HENCHMAN DAVIS, President. LUCIEN WULSIN. 1st Vice Prest. S.R. BURTON, 2nd Vice Prest. GAZZAM GANO, Treas. & Secty. to her cousin, Sam Skinner, (who unfortunately, is too ill to write to you), and to myself. I believe that you know that I am not one to ever ask a favor for myself, nor for others, unless the cause justifies it in every particular. Hoping that this may not be a trouble, or in any way embarrassing, to you, and with warmest regards, I remain, Most sincerely yours, Nat Henchman Davis [* seven lines of shorthand and then some typing which follows, covered down the center with more shorthand*] to her cousin, Sam Skinner. //// unfortunately, is too ill to write you), [***] as myself. I believe that you know that I am not one to ever ask a favor for myself, nor for others, unless the cause justifies it in every particular. Hoping that this may not be a trouble, or in any way embarrassing to you, and with the warmest regards. I remain, Most sincerely yours, [and the rest is illegible and shorthand}[Lithograph of a building] ENGLISH'S MONUMENT PLACE BLOCK. Office of Wm. E. English, 103 Monument Place Indianapolis Ind. May 11 1901 Mydear Mr. Loeb --- --- Yours of May 7th rec** I regret to say that he Post Office officials here can find no trace of the - photo which you sent me of Col. Roosevelt on April 22nd Therefore I shall have to trouble you to see that another is sent me autographed as was the first one. Thanking you for your personal attention in this matter I am Very Truly Yours Wm. E. English 11387 Form No. 1. May 10,1901 THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been asserted to by the sender of the following messages. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays. In transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER SENT BY REC'D BY CHECK 1 [?JID?] ?????????????????? RECEIVED at May 11 1901 Dated Wash DC 10 To Wm. Loeb Jr Oyster Bay Will be greatly obliged if you will send copy of our President Speech to the Times Buffalo Have notified then it is coming from you C. A. Hamilton corresponder 11388Senate of the United States Office of the Sergeant at Arms Washington, D.C. May 11, 1901 Mr. William Loeb, jr., Secretary to the Vice President, Oyster Bay, New York. Dear Mr. Loeb: Your very welcome favor of the 10th instant has reached me and was very happy to hear from you. Yes I was in the drug store on the corner when Pink called and thought the girlknew where I was, so missed him which I regret very much, as I called at the Vice Presidents sisters residence the same afternoon and was told that he came down with Mrs. Roosevelt and would return the following morning to New York. Mrs. Roosevelt will receive her box of plants about the 22nd of the month as I am told that the Department will forward on the 20th instant and they will be marked "perishable". Mr. Loeb I have the promise of the people at the department that some plants will be sent your sister and brother but what they will be I cannot say only this-Viz; We started in too late this spring in getting the Vice Presidents quota of flowery plants etc. and we will know better in the future to put in our names far ahead so that they may be booked as the late orders generaly miss almost everything that is of any account. I am greatly pleased to know that you informed the Vice President that I was of little use to him in way of attending to your requests and I thank you very much for your kindness in mentioning it to him I feel it a fery great honor to be commissioned by him through you in attending these little matters as it is a verySenate of the United States Office of the Sergeant at Arms Washington, D.C. May 11, 1901 me great pleasure I assure you. I will attend to the names you are to send me for the 1000 Agricultural Year Books and they will go forward speedily. I was thinking of taking a run up to Buffalo in a week or so. Is there any chance of my seeing you there? If you were here I could secure you transportation as I have passes for myself there and back and I would like to hear the Vice President and Senator Lodge open the Exposition as the papers here state they will on the 20th Instant? If I do take it in send your requests to me as usual and they will be attended to the same if not better by Mrs Jeffers who is well up in these matters having been in office for several years and who is my main stay in all matters. Washington is BEAUTIFUL and I wish you were here to see the parks as they are just now in their glory and the weather is fine and glorious. Nothing doing here, no one here and only a few public men in town. The Senate is all torn up and so is the House and the regular spring and summer cleaning is going on. There is a great deal of sadness on Lower "F" St., and if stories are true some of the faithfull got badly bitten in the late Slump in stocks. Nothing more that I see worth mentioning. Kindest regards to you and Henry from all, I am, Yours very truly, Williams Jeffers Official Telegrapher U.S. Senate. 02 Hotel Telegraphe, Havana, Cuba, May 11, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, N.Y. My dear Colonel:- I have just received a letter which you were good enough to send me and which was delayed in transmission by my own somewhat erratic movements. I shall be in New York before very long and shall make haste to accept your very kind invitation. You say nothing in your letter about sending the Porto Rico troops to the Pan-American Exposition. I hope I am not taking a liberty in again telling you that it seems to me that there is in a plan of this kind one of the greatest opportunities existing for an object lesson to the American people on what the United States Government has done and is doing for the people of Porto Rico; and on what the people of Porto Rico are capable of doing after they become a part of the population of the United States. I have studied the matter as carefully and intelligently as my time and ability have permitted and am personally convinced that in military organization of the natives of Porto Rico lies an important factor of the solution of the problem which the Island undoubtedly presents. To my mind Cuba is a simple proposition compared to Porto Rico which is 66 per cent. too rich in population and, through no fault of its own, 75 percent. too poor in money and other resources. Furthermore, the Island offers the very best example that there is of the wisdom and sense of the present administration policy of rational expansion. You have 113912 have in Porto Rico a native population more intelligent on the average than the population of Cuba, and you have there a regiment made up of Natives the efficiency of which made me, an old and hardened newspaper man, stand agape with wonder. If it surprised me it certainly will surprise the people of the States. The expense of sending the mounted battalions to Buffalo would not be great. The transportation from Porto Rico to New York could be accomplished almost without extra expense to the Government, and it is my belief that the New York Central Railroad would be willing, without any charge whatever, to transport the troops, horses and supplies from New York to Buffalo; an argument which might be brought with them would be the additional business that the show would gain through this extraordinary attraction. And if anything is Pan-American this would be. CONFIDENTIAL: The mounted battalion at Cayey is as superior to the unmounted battalion at San Juan as German regulars are to Chinese irregular infantry. Very sincerely yours, Edward Marshall 11392MEM.AM.INST.E.E. MEM.BRIT.INST.E.E. L.B. STILLWELL, Consulting Electrical Engineer, Park Row Building, N.Y. City. May 11, 1901 Theodore Roosevelt, Esq., Vice President, United States. Dear Sir: I wish to thank you for your letter to be read at the banquet of The Young Men's Congress of Newark, N.J.. It is a favor which I appreciate very much. Very truly yours, Edson Chapin Watt. #33 Chestnu Street, Newark, N.J. 11393 Cambridge Mass May 11 1901. [*PF*] Vice President Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- Your noble letter on the Leadership-question was to me the most welcome possible for my efforts and the best encouragement I could hope for. If a man like you sees the hope in the matter, I do not care [*11394*] often in New York. I shall let you know sooner or later when I can come to see you. As I am back preparing a German book on American life - written to fight against the German prejudices- a conversation with you will be a great and delightful benefit to me. I am of course most grateful for the unexpected honor of the Harvard degree and not less appreciative for that offered to my friend Baron Holtsbea. Believe me very gratefully and very truly yours [?] Meisterberg that even the "Nation" misunderstands me and speaks as if I wish that professional life becomes a life of curious idleness and dinner parties. At that moment my best advanced student who gets the P.O. Mr Jane wants to go into banking next fall, because the sacred side of the scholarly career does not satisfy him. So other of my best young scholars took the doctor's degree, went as instructors to the labor, liked that kind of life and became assistant manager of the Parker House in Boston. But as you have been good enough to offer me an hour of talk, I do not want to go on writing-such things are discussed orally much better. I accept that with great pleasure the hour of your invitation and as I am [*11395*]the present incumbent has expressed a wish to remain & that the President has consented. And yet I cannot really regret having written to you because the tone of generous friendship in every line of your response was most pleasant, and, I assure you, thoroughly appreciated. My dear Colonel Roosevelt It would have been more considerate of me to have first looked into the Mexican matter & then, if all were will, perhaps to have bothered you. it seems that General Clayton, [*11396*] [*11397*] But then again, it was far from certain that Harry would have accepted the position had it been offered - the army is his one ambition & fortunately, or unfortunately as you will, there is but little chance in that direction. On the cooperation of our two senators I could have counted but "twas but an idle dream". Thanking you with all my heart for your kindly interest & offer of assistance Sincerely Catherine M. Lane New 1002 Capitol Ave. N. Indianapolis 5.11.01might let us have it to help the boy through. My object in writing you, a Harvard man, is to get your advice as to where & how we could get such a loan -- I am next heir, to an old gentleman nearly 90 years of age, to a property amounting to about Eighteen thousand dollars, and I am willing, to sign any paper guaranteeing the payment of such a loan [May 11, 1901] Mr. Roosevelt: Dear Sir. Pardon me for troubling you as I know your time is very valuable, but may I say a few words to you in reference to my son John Prince Hagen Perry, is whom Mr. Cornelius Roosevelt - interested you about two years ago when he was about -to-enter Harvard 11398and you kindly wrote a letter on his behalf to the College - The boy has done nobly, & by his good marks & high standing he has this year a $150.[?] scholarship. But in order to [keep] take him on the two final years of his course we find it absolutely necessary to have some assistance financially. Mr Perry and I are straining every nerve & using every economy, but we find we will have to have a loan of &500[?] to complete the course. I am as you know an employee of the Woman's Exchange & Mr Perrys salary & mine combined are really only sufficient to live very modestly on, but we are putting every cent we possibly can towards Hagen's education My thought was, that through the Harvard Club this loan might be effected, but we do not know just how to go to work to accomplish it. Or some wealthy Harvard graduate [*11399*][shorthand] [5-11-01] as soon after I come in possession of this property as possible. So you can see I can secure myself. Of course, I shall expect my son to return the money to me when he has his profession of Civil Engineer. I feel sure you will be interested in this + will do what you can for the boy. If this loan can not be effected, the boy 11400will have to give up the struggle, and I am quite sure no Harvard man would want to see him do that, when so small a sum will enable me to carry him through. In the course [?] is taking he has 34 1/2 hours class room + laboratory work, which leaves him very little time to earn any money. In addition, he had seven weeks field work last summer + will have five weeks this year which prevents him from obtaining work during his vacation. He has earned what he could by working in the college's office when he had the time. Trusting you will pardon the liberty I have taken Very Sincerely Yours Sarah R. H. Perry Mrs. Alfred P. Perry 244 Lenox Ave- May 11" 1901 New York Gifford Pinchot Washington D C May 11, 1901 Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York. My dear Colonel: On my return to Washing to-day, I find the letter from Middleton, a copy of which is enclosed together with a copy of my reply. I am sending you this because I think you ought to know about it. I may be mistaken in my judgement of what the tone of the letter implies, but it looks as if Middleton had gone over altogether to the worst kind of political standpoint. It would probably interfere seriously with our work this Summer, and it might check it altogether hereafter, for it to become known that I have sent you a copy of Middleton's letter, but of that you will be the best judge. While I am perfectly willing to appoint this friend of Allds on Middleton's definite recommendation that he is competent, and to retain him if he is found to be so, I shall give the head of the party strict instructions to discharge him the minute he finds the opposite is true. I was exceedingly angry when I read Middleton's letter, and I am so still; but I have written moderately, as you will see. Very sincerely yours, Gifford Pinchot 11402 2 Enclosures.Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York. My dear Colonel: On my return to Washington today, I find the letter from Middleton, a copy of which is enclosed together with a copy of my reply. I am sending you this because I think you ought to know about it. I may be mistaken in my judgement of what the tone of the letter implies, but it looks as if Middleton had gone over altogether to the worst kind of political standpoint. It would probably interfere seriously with our work this Summer, and it might check it altogether hereafter, for it to be- come known that I have sent you a copy of Middleton's letter, but of that you will be the best judge. While I am perfectly willing to appoint this friend of [Allds] on Middleton's definite reccomen- [?ntion] that he in competent, and to retain him if he [?n] found to be so, I shall give the [he?d] of the party strict instruction to dis- charge him the minute he finds the opposite is true. I was ex- ceedingly angry when I [re?d] [?iddleton's] letter, and I [?] so still; but I have written [?], [?] you will see. Very sincerely yours, [?] [?] H.H. May 11, 1901. Mr. D. C. Middleton, Chairman, Forest, Fish and Game Commission, Albany, New York. Dear Sir: On my return to the office, I find your letter of May 7th, in which you confirmed the good news that the item of $3500 for the expenses of the Division of Forestry was signed by the Governor. I am as glad about it as you are, and look forward with much pleasant anticipation to the continuance of this work. On consideration you will, I think, see that it would not be well for me to write to the Hon. J. P. Allds, as you request. Your recommendation that the man whom you want to have appointed is thoroughly competent for the work for which he is proposed would guide me in appointing him on the same basis as the other men, namely, $50 a month and expenses after reaching camp. But it will also be clear to you that a man whose appointment is based on efficiency in this way must maintain a satisfactory standard, since the good work of our party would naturally be much impaired by the lack of the right qualities in the tote man or camp attendant. I shall be very glad to instruct Mr. Hostner to appoint the man upon your recommendation as above. Colonel Fox wrote to me that you were pleased with the re- 11403May 11, 1901. Mr. D.C.M -2- port on Township 40, which I was very glad to hear. Twelve thousand copies will be printed in the first edition, and as I wrote the Colonel, I shall be very glad to have them sent to men whose names you will forward. I would like to suggest that a notice from you, sent to each recipient, would give additional weight to the document, as well as emphasize its official character under the State of New York. Very sincerely yours, Gifford Pinchot Forester. 11404[ Enc in Pinchot 5-11-01] May 11, 1901 Mr. D. C. M. -2- port on Township 40, which I was very glad to hear. Twelve thousand copies will be printed in the first edition, and as I wrote the Colonel, I shall be very glad to have them sent to men whose names you will forward. I would like to suggest that a notice from you, sent to each recipient, would give additional weight to the document, as well as emphasize its official character under the State of New York. Very sincerely yours Clifford Pinchot, [?Forester.?] 11404[?] 156 Broadway Yonkers, N.Y. May 11th, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. Dear Mr. Roosevelt,- It has been a long time since your evening with us at Ocean Grove. I need not say that I have risked much to see you, and have conversation with you concerning many things. Now that you have succeeded my dear friend Mr. Neobar[?]-, more than ever am I concerned to have achieve the very highest things. As says old Ep[??tekis]- "Go ever, in a glory of success!" a list of prominent representative men, such as Mr. James C. Carter, and these will be invited after we have heard from you. Please say "Yes." I can not come to Oyster Bay and argue this case this time, but I think after the Ocean Grove affair you will be willing to trust my opinion of the occasion as one with which your best-friends would have you identified. "City Betterment" - a live topic and the gathering a Methodist affair - not under auspices of Citizens Union or any political organization. May I ask that you will kindly wire me here at my expense Monday morning - or as soon as you receive this saying you will come and oblige. Yours sincerely - J. E. Price But to business. It is not this time an invitation to Ocean Grove. Our Methodist Social Union of New York, representing ministry and laity, holds its May dinner soon. Friday evening, May 24th. is the most desirable date, but we could utilize May 23rd. or May 28th. The dinner will probably be held at Hotel Manhattan or Savoy. Mr. Frank Moss is President. His subject for the dinner will be "City Betterment." We want you to be the chief speaker. We await your answer before we apply to others but we have prepared [*11406*]United States Senate, Washington D.C. Proctor, Vt., May 11, 1901 Dear Mr. President: One of our clerks has made out the enclosed time table. Cannot you leave Minneapolis according to the second schedule at 10:40 Monday evening, due in Albany at 11:15 Wednesday, take the belt line to Troy, and then by the Boston & Maine (the old Fitchburg) at 1:55 for this place? I can arrange to have a special car at Troy for you, although there is always a Pullman coming directly here. I suppose you cannot start on one of the earlier evening trains, and to start at 7:50 Tuesday morning would cut you off from any visit here before the meeting Thursday, or not more than an hour or two at the best, and it seems to me you can readily conclude any evening meeting so as to take the train at 10:40 Monday. This will bring you here in good time and give you nearly 24 hours of quiet before going to Burlington. Please inform me if this will be satisfactory. Very truly yours, Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11407For enc see 5-11-01156 East 38th St., New York, N. Y. May 11th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Colonel Roosevelt: I yesterday had an interview by appointment with General Woodford, with regard to Col. Shepard, and you expressed a desire to forward his interests, if anyone would appeal to you in proper form by letter properly signed. General Woodford believes in Col. Shepard thoroughly. He has known him always ; and you know that I believe in him in spite of any irregularities of temperament and his recent misfortunes. Col. Alexander, Member of Congress from Buffalo, has told Col. Shepard of two vacancies in the Land Offices in the Indian Territory, which are to be filled, and suggested that the proper authorities should be approached through the State Senators. He also suggested that General Woodford would be the person most likely to reach Senator Platt, not because he has always agreed with him in politics, but because he has always held so close personal relations with him. The conversation with General Woodford justified this estimate. The General agreed that when such a letter was prepared with regard to these or any other openings, which Col. Shepard might fill, and signed by such person as we named, --General 11408-2- King, General Sickles, myself, and others, it should be forwarded to you, General Woodford also signing; and that on the day on which he sent this letter, he would write to both Senator Depew and Senator Platt, saying that he had signed this letter, and using his very best offices in behalf of Col. Shepard, and saying those cordial words which he can say out of his great friendship for Col. Shepard. It seems that Mr.s Platt and Mrs. Woodford were school-mates, and have always kept up to the closest intimacy. Frank Platt studied law in General Woodford's office in the beginning, I believe, of his career. The interview with General Woodford was most satisfactory. I write to you to know whether you can suggest any opening more adapted to Col. Shepard's talents than a Land Office would be? He is eminently fit for military command, or some position where military training would count, and where his partial deafness would not too much appear. I wish to remind you that Col. Shepard, during the administration of Comptroller Roberts, took hold of the long-neglected Revolutionary material of the State of New York, and put it into form for editing; and everybody admits, I think, that he did very well. I mention this simply to show that he is a man capable of steady work. I recall with the greatest pleasure my recent breakfast with you and your friends. You were very kind to include me in such a gathering, for I have all too few opportunities to see you. I am now in the midst of the last weeks of my course before vacation, and am trying with Captain Goddard, to get our Social Settlement work- 11409-3- clear of a debt. It amounted to about $45,000., all of which I inherited, and none of which I produced, and we are likely to succeed in covering this amount. I am also in the midst of the complications of building contracts for the Hackley School at Tarrytown, where it will be well for you to send your boys, unless you really want them to go to a church school. We propose to have a school of religious temper, without any of the churchliness of the Episcopal schools. We are likely to have forty boys there in the fall, when we hope the buildings will be ready. We are now at the close of our first year of the school, most successfully, in spite of cramped quarters. I beg to be recalled to the remembrance of Mrs. Roosevelt and the family. Yours sincerely, I suppose you share with all of us, the feeling that the Citizens' Union people lost an opportunity by their tendency to burden their platform with a mass of "economic wisdom". If they could only have had the grace to say less and say it strongly, I think there would have been more chance to get everybody united upon their platform. As it is now, we are likely to have the Independent Democrats swing out and the Republicans stand off; but we hope by some means to get all together. It is quite possible that the City- 11410-4- Club, as a non-partisan body, may be the instrument for abating the doctrinaire fancies of all parties, in the interest of a campaign for righteousness and truth. I spoke to a very interesting meeting on the Bowery a few nights ago. There is, as you know, a great body of humble people in that neighborhood, who are fighting for decent homes, and who are likely to get them under the present administration. But I must not claim your attention longer. 11411[shorthand notation]Officers Col. W.F. Cody ... President Col. Jno. Schuyler Crossy, Vice-President Chas. D. Gurley . 1st Vice-President Gem. E.V. Summer, U.S.A. (Retired) Treasurer and Military Commandent Putnam Drew... Secretary Directors Col. W.F. Cody Col. Jno Schuyler Crosby Gen. E.V. Summer C. D. Gurley L.E. Cooke Cody Military College and International Academy of Rough Riders (Incorporated) Big Horn Basin, Wyoming Headquarters Cody, Big Horn Co., Wyoming Eastern Office Townsend Building 1123 Broadway, New York City Telephone, 271 Madison Square Col. Cody Will Personall Receive Enlistments During "Wild West" Tour... New York, May 11th, 1901 My dear Colonel:- I am quite well aware of the fact that in response to an application made to you some days since you declined to take any part in our plans to establish a "Rough Rider" College in Wyoming, and it may be that you have good and sufficient reasons for doing so, but I trust you will pardon me if when not knowing those reasons I ask your kind attention to a few lines in explanation, I am really sincere in the desire to establish an institution in the West which will be a benefit to every young man of our Country who has the means and the wish to so improve his physical condition, knowledge of horsemanship and use of fire arms, that he may be at all times depended upon as a soldier fully able to cope with his like in any other Nation and always to be depended upon in defence of his own land. With no intention of ignoring your present high position, I address you as a plain Colonel of Cavalry which is the highest rank a Cavalryman can attain, because beyond that an officer can be anything, but the command of a regiment of cavalry in these days of quick action is really the most important of all. I presume in this you will agree with me and it is on this presumption I write to ask you as I have other representative men to uphold and assist me in my endeavor to- 2 - benefit the Nation in improving the individual. If out of a number of students I can succeed in furnishing a fair proportion of good soldiers and even one good Cavalry Colonel I will not have labored in vain, and you will not have misplaced your support. Your dread of being in any way concerned in a fake is probably no greater than my own and I would be as slow to ask your name as to lend my own to anything of that kind. I know that if through your assistance and that of others I can get the boys, I can make men of them and soldiers if need be. In order to do this and to make our offers attractive there must be a certain amount of flaring advertisement and blowing of trumpets which may or may not be justifiable. My hope is when once established our greatest praise will come from those who have service with us, and who have received the benefit of such service. Writers of the present day in comparing our Nation with others never neglect our aptness in originating or our progressiveness in improving things, and when it comes to be known that Americans actually pay to be soldiers instead of looking for remuneration as such, there can be no doubt of efficiency or want of preparation for attack or defence. It will be no easy matter to establish this College, and I feel that without the support of our best men it will be impossible to make it a success; for this reason I respectfully ask you to reconsider your letter of April 22nd to Col. Crosby and to stand with us as a stockholder if even holding one [and own] share and as a patron [partner] giving us the full benefit of your name and example as a Rough Rider, I sincerely believe and I say it advisedly (being asked the question every [*11413*]-3- day if you are with us? that no single act of yours could at this time be of more benefit to the Nation, for those who wish to imitate you must have something in them for me to work upon. I am [?] My respectfully [?] [?] [?] Colone Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay D.C. 11414[shorthand notation]PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. F.C. TRAVERS, Pres't. A.F. TRAVERS, Vice Pres't V.P. TRAVERS, Treas. Travers Brothers Co Manufacturers of TWINES,SASH CORDS, HAMMOCKS, MANILLA & SISAL ROPE, BINDER TWINE, LATH YARN, SEA ISLAND TWINE &C. STORE HOUSE. TAR & DYE HOUSE. ROPE TWINE & HAMMOCK FACTORY. WAREHOUSE 107 DUANE ST. OFFICE 16 THOMAS ST. Orders will be entered subject to the following Conditions: Strikes of operatives or any unavoidable cause will relieve us from prompt fulfillment of contracts. OFFICES; 107 Duane St, 16 Thomas St. NEW YORK, May 11th 1901 Hon. T. Roosevelt Dear Sir If Crimmins or any one Else try to induce you to stand for active member in the Friendly Sons St Patrick say you have decided to stand for membership as agreed with Winter I and your friends have taken a decided stand on this matter and we will win but hoping you and the family are in good health I am doing my best to get Philbin to find a House near me in Oyster Bay Yours Frank C. Travers [*shorthand*] [*11415*]gives me the courage to hope I may obtain the book thus your favor tho I don't know why it should, --- As an introduction of who I am. I send this little printed account of who I was in 1890 - being out of the Business now - it is no advertisement. Hoping my temerity - will have its - reward I am yours truly S. P. Taber Willets May 11 1901 "The Old Brick" Roslyn Long Isd. [Long Island] P.S. The only politic There is in this is that my three young voters are on the right side (with their mother) for 94 Over 11417 Mr Jeffers- Can this be forward! [** why for sissy*] To Prest. Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir. I am very anxious to get the "History of the Capitol of The U.S." As I have no intimate-personal acquaintance with - either Senator or Rep. of Nassau Co. I don't know how to procure the book. My intense admiration for the Exponent of a typical American Citizen and an enjoyable intimacy with - your literary work. 11416 [[shorthand]][*[5-11-01]*] Leave Minneapolis Via C.&.N.W. 7:50 A.M. Tuesday Sept. 3rd. Arrive Chicago * * * 9:45 P.M. * * * Leave Chicago * L.S.& M.S 8:30 A.M Wednesday * 4th Arrive Albany * N.Y.C. 6:25 A.M Thursday Sept 5th Leave Albany * D & H 6:50 A.M. * * * Arrive Rutland * D&H 10:00 * * * Leave Minneapolis Via C.&.N.W. 10:40 P.M. Monday Sept. 2nd. Arrive Chicago * * * 12:25 P.M. Tuesday * 3rd Leave Chicago * L.S.& M.S 2:00 P.M. Tuesday * * Arrive Albany * N.Y.C. 11:15 A.M. Wednesday * 4th Leave Troy * B & M. 1:55 P.M. * * * Arrive Proctor * Rut.R.R. 4:55 P.M * * * Leave Minneapolis Via C.&.N.W 6:25 P.M. Monday Sept. 2nd. Arrive Chicago * * * 7:00 A.M Tuesday * 3rd Leave Chicago * L.S.& M.S 8:30 A.M. * * * Arrive Albany * N.Y.C. 6:25 A.M Wednesday * 4th Leave Albany *D&H 6:50 A.M. * * * Arrive Rutland * D&H 10:00 A.M. * * * Leave Minneapolis Via C.&.N.W 7:30 P.M. Monday Sept. 2nd. Arrive Chicago * * * 9:30 A.M. Tuesday * 3rd Leave Chicago * L.S.& M.S 10:30 A.M. * * * Arrive Schenectady * N.Y.C. 8:31 A.M. Wednesday * 4th Leave * * D&H 9:20 A.M. * * * Arrive Saratoga * D&H 10:30 A.M. * * * Leave Saratoga * * * * 10:00 A. M. * * * Arrive Rutland * * * 12: 20 noon * * * [*11418*][Enc in Proctor 5-11-01]*[?][?][?][?][?][?][?]* *[11419]* The 23rd Western Chautauqua Island Park Assembly, Rome City, Ind. July 24 to August 15 - A great Twenty-three Days' Session Program (We announce the program subject to elaboration and mention definitely only talent contracted. July 24th Opening Evening - Musical by Band and Orchestra, under direction of Prof. E.W. Garrett, of the North Eastern Indiana Normal School; Words of Welcome and brief opening addresses by Chancellor Rev. L.J. Naftzger and Supt. H.J. Becker, D.D.; introduction of talent, etc; musical numbers by Davenport Quartette; solos by Rev. Geo. L.. Hannawalt, Tenor, and Miss Cora Hannwalt, Contralto, Miss Jennie Naffem, Soprano and Violinist; Prof. C.A. Woodcox, Musical Director, with Miss Jessie Patterson, Accompanist and Piano Soloist; also other musical talent yet to be added. These musical numbers will be interspersed with readings and impersonations by Mr. Ellsworth Plumstead and Miss Elia Keel, Assembly teacher of Elocution and Voice; the grand evening entertainment closing with Moving Pictures and Phonograph selections under management of Prof. Isaac Kline, the popular Cinematograph artist. July 25th DEMOCRATIC DAY - Forenoon. State and local Democratic Speakers Conference, Band, Orchestra, and vocal soloist Musicale; Mr. Plumstead in his unique impersonations and character renditions. Afternoon - Park Concert by band and orchestra, excursion bands and musical clubs. Address - Hon. Wm. J. Bryan has been invited to fill this engagement and promises to fill date if possible. If not his place will be filled with a representative man of the party. The Evening Entertainment will consist of Assembly talent specialties in excellent renditions of instrumental and vocal music; an hour with the distinguished artist, Mr. Plumstead, in his character impersonations and songs. closing with the Cinematograph in its best productions. July 26th Forenoon- Round Table and scientific work in Auditorium. Special Class and recitation hours, with recreation. Afternoon- Park Musicale, band and orchestra; Concert by the Davenport Quartette, special soloists and Mr. Plumstead, impersonator; Holy Land lecture at the Model, by Rev. M.F. Stright. Evening - Music, Elocution and specialist's half hour. Lecture - Rev. Edumund F. Albertson- stereopticon illustrations. July 27th PROHIBITION DAY - Forenoon - State and local talent addresses, with music by special temperance quartettes. Afternoon - Address by Rev. Sam P. Jones. Evening - Grand Concert in which the Davenport Quartette, the Assembly Chorus, Rev. and Miss Hannawwalt, Miss Naffe, Miss Patterson, the Orchestra, Mr. Plumstead, with others, will participate. The evening will close with moving pictures, and scenic entertainment by Prof. Kline. July 28th LORD'S DAY SERVICES - Forenoon - Morning devotional services in charge of Chancellor Naftzger. Sermon - Rev. J.V. Commis, of the Maxinkuckee Assembly. Afternoon - Sabbath-School, under management of Dr. Wm. F. Harding Holy Land Experi- 11420 ences, at the Model by Supt. H.J. Becker, D.D. Vesper Services - Address by Hon. Wallace Bruce, President of DeFuniak Springs, Fla., Chautauqua. Evening - Choral, sweet singers of the Assembly. Address - Rev. J.V. Coombs. Sacred musicale, illustrated songs. July 29th. Forenoon- Orchestral Concert. Assembly Hour - Brief addresses by Chancellor Natfzger, of Island Park, Rev. J.V. Coombs, of Maxinkuckee Assembly, Hon. Wallace Bruce, of the Southern Chautauqua, DeFuniak Springs, Fla, and Dr. H.J. Becker, Supt. I.P.A. Other Chautauqua managers have been invited, and may be present. Afternoon - Concert by soloists, Davenport Quartette, orchestra and Mr. Plumstead. Lecture - Hon. Wallace Bruce, "Wit and Humor." Round Table, and Holy Land lectures. Evening - Grand Concert, under direction of Prof. Woodcox. Assembly Chorus, Soloists, Davenport Quartette, and Mr. Plumstead. Lecture - By Hon. Wallace Bruce, "A Great Century." Moving pictures. July 30th REPUBLICAN DAY - Forenoon - Meeting in Auditorium. Musical entertainment. Half hour with Mr. Plumstead. Brief addresses by State and local speakers. Afternoon - Band Concert in Park. Orchestral, elocution and musical rehearsal in the Auditorium. Address - (Arrangements are under way to secure Vice-President Roosevelt, Chauncey M. DePew, Ex-Governor Foraker or a representative Republican of national reputation for this hour. Evening - Chorus recital, supported by soloists, quartettes, and readers. Address - Hon. Wallace Bruce, Ex-United States Consul at Edinburgh. "Landmarks of Scott." Cinemotograph-Moving pictures. July 31st. HILLSDALE COLLEGE DAY - The program will be made up by this distinguished college of Michigan - the larger part of the talent being from its Allumnus, its oratorical contestants, its athletic specialties, its musical departments, its unsurpassed faculty of educators. The day will be one of great interest along educational lines. August 1st. NORMAL SUNDAY-SCHOOL METHODS. - Forenoon - Lecture by Col. Cowden, the well-known Sunday-school Chalk-talked of the nation. Discussion of Methods, by Mr. J.E. Bolles, of Detroit, Mich., Rev. S.H. Yager, Vice-President 24th Ind. Dist., and other prominent S.S. workers on the grounds. These services will be preceded by special Sunday-school music. Afternoon - Song Praise Service and Bible Reading by Dr. Harding. Introduction and conference with State officers present. Brief addresses. Chalk-talk hour by Col. Cowden. Trip Through the Holy Land at the Model with Dr. Becker. Evening - Musicale. Brief addresses, and moving pictures. August 2nd. SUNDAY-SCHOOL DAY. - The day will be in charge of Rev. S.H. Yager, President of the 24th District of the Indiana Association, and other prominent S.S.. workers of Michigan and Ohio. The State officers have been invited and arrangements will be made with the most prominent workers of the National organizations. Morning - Grand march to the Auditorium. All workers and scholars in line. Music by Assembly choir and other school singers. Welcome Greetings by Assembly Supt., Dr. Becker, and Rev. S.H. Yager. Responses by talent from other points. Afternoon - Addresses by Col. Robt. Cowden, of Dayton, O., Mr. J.E. Bolles, Detroit, Mich., and State workers present. Sunday-school Workers' Conferences. Evening - Music. Special selections by Mr. Plumstead. Kindergarten Training talk, Miss June Naffe. Address. Moving pictures - Children's treat. August 3rd. Forenoon - Round Table and C.L.S.C. and Bay View Reading Circle work. Program in charge of Reading Circle managers. W.C.T.U. Special meetings. Afternoon - Special Concert Hour. Assembly Chorus ,Soloists, and Mr. Plumstead in character delineations. Rev. Dr. Marshall C. Lowe, of Heidleberg University, will give his masterpiece lecture, "The Decade's World Battles." Ladies' Club meeting with special lecture. Evening - Brief musical program. Alton Packard, the distinguished artist, cartoonist, humorist, musician, and lecturer, in a fascinating evening Art entertainment. [ca 5-11-01] Forenoon - Devotional meeting. Divine services. Sacred song service, Assembly choir, Orchestra soloists. Sermon - Dr. Geo. F. Mosher, Assembly Vice Chancellor and President of Hillsdate College. Afternoon - Sermon - Dr. Wm. F. Harding. Sunday-School. Vesper service. Evening - Sacred Song Service. Sermon - By Bishop Hott, Dayton, Ohio, if date can be arranged with him. August 5th. PREPARATORY TEMPERANCE DAY- Forenoon. -Special program of the day in charge of the W.C.T.U. officers, Mrs. Mary C. Balch and her co-workers. (Fall program announced later.) Opening of Moody Bible School Methods, in charge of Dr. J.H. Myers. Afternoon - Temperance Work Planned by Mrs. Balch. (A strong afternoon program will be given.) Rev. C.M. Lowe, Lecture - The Get-together Club. Evening - Musicale, with Miss Blanche Brenneman as reader and impersonator. Moving pictures. Alton Packard's second entertainment, "Uncle Sam and the Comic Artist." August 6th. TEMPERANCE DAY - Forenoon - Program made up by the W.C.T.U. committee from the ablest State and National workers. Every hour filled with interest. There will be the usual cheer of temperance songs, music, readings, with annual Diamond Medal contest. Afternoon-Program arranged for an address from some such person as the Hon. John G. Wooley, Lee Morrow, or the great temperance agitators of the nation. It will undoubtedly be the greatest temperance day ever held at Island Park. The day previous will be given to the marshaling of the forces and preliminary work - practically giving a full two days' program. Evening - Aside from the Temperance program Miss Katharine Little, of Chicago, will sing and Miss Blanche Brenneman, the popular Southern impersonator and reader, will render several numbers. August 7th. Forenoon- Class and Round Table work. Bay View and C.L.S.C. special hours. Brief concert, Orchestra, Miss Kathrine Little, Miss Naffe, Rev. and Miss Cora Hannawalt. Kindergarten drill. Afternoon - Grand Concert, by the Aerial Sextette, the Six Sweet Singing Smith Sisters, organized at Island Park several years ago. All stars in the musical world. Evening - Second Grand Concert of Aerial Sextette. Moving pictures. August 8th. C.L.S.C. DAY - Forenoon- Program in charge of Reading Circle Workers and Class Departments. With lectures and recitations. Afternoon- Recognition services or C.L.S.C. Address. Third Concert of Aerial Sextette Smith Sisters. Evening - "The Old Homestead," rendered by Charles Egbert Grant. Mr. Grant is a monologuist of wide reputation and renders this four scene selection with its fourteen characters, in a manner that is rarely excelled. Moving pictures. August 9th Forenoon - These hours will be given to Class Recitation, Conference Work, W.C.T.U. Reading Circle, and Bible instruction. Afternoon - Concert by the African Boy Choir. Mr. J.H. Balmer, with his famous five African boy singers, representing the Zulu, Basuto, Kaffir and Bushman tribes of South Africa, with Miss Elsie Clark of Kaffirland, returns for three great concerts. Novel Entertainment - Prof. H.V. Richardes, Veteran Science Demonstrator, in his marvelous magnetic flight from the Mariner's Compass to the Trolley Car. In it he will use a ton of apparatus. Give a myriad of experiments, unique, fascinating. Evening - Grand Concert by the African Boy Choir; solos, duettes, trios, quartettes, part songs, full choir, old melodies, all given from memory - the most charming music heard this side of "The Celestial City." August 10th. Forenoon- Unique Entertainment, Music, and Elocution. Mr. Charles Egbert Grant, of Toledo, Ohio, and Mr. Louis Spencer Daniel, of Nashville, Tenn, in their high character impersonations. 11421 Afternoon - African Boy Choir. Round Table Tour. Evening - Musicale, with impersonations and readings by Mr. Daniel and Mr. Egbert Grant. "Electric Enchantments" - Prof. H.V. Richards, in a journey from Thale's Amber to Roentgen's, X-rays, closing with a full display of fireworks. August 11th. PENTECOSTAL DAY - Morning - Devotional. Sacred Concert with African Boy Choir. Sermon- Rev. J.H. Myers. D.D. Afternoon - Sermon - Rev. E.F. Albertson. Sunday-School - Dr. Wm. F. Harding, Supt. Sunset Vesper. Evening - Sacred Song Service. Assembly Chorus. Soloists and Orchestra. Sermon - Rev. L. J. Naftzger. Illustrated sacred songs. August 12th Morning - Special Class work and Recitation. Afternoon - Park Orchestra concert. Musicale at Auditorium. Impersonations - Mr. Egbert Grant, Miss Blanche Brenneman, Mr. Louis Spencer Daniel. Closing lecture by Prof. H.V. Richards, Evening - Grand Concert under direction of Prof. Woodcox, supported by Mr. Daniel and Miss Breuneman in impersonations. Moving pictures. Tuesday, August 13th GRAND ARMY DAY - Forenoon. Reunion Hours. Camp-fire at the Auditorium. Brief Addresses Welcome. Songs, Readings by Miss Brenneman and Mr. Daniel. Afternoon - Band Concert in the Park. March in line to Auditorium. Old Veterans' Greeting. Address- Gen. John B. Gordon. Reception to Gen. Gordon. Evening - Music. Elocution. War Scenes. Moving pictures. August 14th. YOUNG PEOPLE'S AND PROCESSIONAL DAY - Forenoon. Reception and Entertainment at Auditorium. Afternoon - Addresses by Dr. Myers of the Bible Institute, and President A.A. Small, of the North Indiana Conference Epworth League. Bay View Processional Exercises. Evening - Musicale. An hour with Louis Spencer Daniel, is impersonations and dialect stories. Moving pictures. August 15th. Forenoon - Closing Class Exercises. Afternoon - Band Concert in the Park. Unique Entertainment at Auditorium. Elocution. Music. Physical culture exhibit Drill, and diploma presentation by Miss Ella Keel, instructress. Kindergarten drill and presentation of Rewards of Merit by Miss June Naffe, Kindergarten teacher. Chorus Renditions and Class work exhibitions by Prof. Woodcox, Musical Director, and Miss Jessie Patterson Pianist. Evening - Grand Closing Concert, with Elocution, by Mr. Daniel, Miss Brenneman. An Assembly Exercise Meeting, in which Talent officers of the Assembly, Visitors, Patrons, all will take part, closing with the Good-Bye Views of the Cinematograph. We note simply in this announcement the lecture and entertainment features of the Assembly Session, not including the hours that will be spent - spent profitably - in the Devotional hours, Bible study, Literature and Art research, round table talks, Women's Conferences, Reading Circle interviews, Class Drill, boating and recreation hours. The May, June and July numbers of THE WESTERN CHAUTAUQUAN will give the extenuated program and much valuable information regarding the talent. Think it over! All this program and opportunities for culture and information covering twenty-three cays are given for the sum of $2.50. Nearly every day, except the Sabbaths, will be a day of excursions and reunions, making each an important occasion. We will be in position to offer those on the Grand Rapids & Indiana road at least ten low rate excursion days, while points off the road may he able to arrange with intersecting lines for equally low rates and special reduced gate fees, if the matter is taken up early. Address the Field Agent, J.F. SNYDER, at LaGrange, Ind., for information on excursion matters. Order your name place on THE WESTERN CHAUTAUQUAN list and get full information on program and talent, cottages, and hotel accommodations. Do you like to Read~ A SPICY NEWSPAPER? If so, Subscribe for the THE SOUTHERN WATCHMAN. $1.50 A Year. The Southern Watchman. Eternal Vigilance is the Price of Liberty. MOBILE, ALA., SATURDAY, MAY 11, 1901. GO TO A. N. JOHNSON'S For Your FUNERALS, (Large or Small.) He has the best of [??????] his price are all right. Call up [???] phone No. [??], night or day. VOL. X. NO. 48 The Voice of Blood. BY REV. F. H. GOODMAN, Pastor of Emanuel A. M. E. Church, Text Gen. 4:9--10--" And the Lord said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother? And he said. I know not, am I my brother's keeper? And he said what has thou done? The voice of thy brother's crieth unto me from the ground." We have here a full account of the trial and condemnation of the first murderer. Civil courts of judicature not being erected for this purpose as they were afterward; as we find in the nineh Chapter and sixth verse of the same book, where it is said: Who so sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood he shed, for in the image of God made he man. The magistrates must punish criminals, and not mobs. There are those who are ministers of God, for this purpose to be a protection to the innocent, by being a terror to the malicious and evil doers, and they must not bear the sword in vain. In the very first case of faticide God Himself sat judge, for he is the God to whom vengance belong and who will be sure to make inquisition for blood especially for human blood. We come now to consider the historic scenes in which the voice of blood may be heard, and where we may understand its moral utterances. We are naturally led here to the historic ground where its voice was first heard, and its meaning first expressed; The ground of illegitimate slaughter where it speaks of the deep-seated malignity of the human heart, of the first fruits of the fall, and of the divine curse which decends upon actual transgression. The first outery of blood is that from the ground of slaughter; unto God for vengance upon the guilty. It is the voice of blood illegitimately shed, and therefore the voice of an accuser, of an overwhelming witness giving its testimony from the ground which had received it warm and and quivering from the victim's heart. As such it gives a faithful portraiture of a fallen world, and of man. living under the dominion of sin, and under the curse of his Creator. It declares that all things in nature have become our accusers before God. The first fruit of the fall was blood and murder-- the first child drenching his hands in his brothers blood. The first testimony of Nature against guilty man was becilits, in the strange throbbings of their fallen life, in their conscious transition from immortal to a mortal state, in the death of struggles of animals offered in sacrifice, in their knowledge of existing evil yes, in every pulse and feelings of their heart But long year passed away before they saw an actual- infliction of the death-- curse of the fall, except on the beast of the field and the fouls of the air. Sons and daughters were born unto them, and healthed bloomed upon their cheek, and sparkled in their eye. Amid the fulness of overflowing parental affection, they almost forgot the inscription of the destroyer, of their innocence and joy. As yet the ground had become no human cemetery, and much of the horrow will which they had at first anticipated the threatened visetation of death, was taken away by the pride, and the hope of the parental home. At length how ever the day arrived when human blood should mark, the execution of the divine sentenec, and these fallen parents, of our race, should be hold in that blood and entrance of death into the world, and the magnitude of that curse which sin had wrought in their nature. This murdered victim was to be by the hand of a brother. This was to be innocent blood and both the murderer and the victim, were to be the children of these fallen parents nourished at the same breast, and brought up under the same roof. The occasion of this murder was to be their strife over the Alter of the living God. This was all to show the radical depravity of their degenerate nature, and its capacity for the fouless deeds, in the catalogue of crime. These parents beheld here a bloody picture, not only of their own depravity, but also of is hereditory character, its transmission to their off-springs, and its development there indeed of fearful atrocity. The first born committed the foulest crime ever perpetrated by man, and that too, without even the semblance of palliation. No time was needed for the growth of actual evil in the world. It was not through the advance of barbarism that Cain stained his hands with fraternal blood; but it was through the immaculate transmission of the corrupt nature of his parents. And hence, when they held the mangle corpse of Able before them, and know that a brothers hand had dealt the blow, they realized what they had transmitted to their posterity. In that deed of blood, they saw, the fearful consequence of their fall. And as God liveth man shall reap maniac to take his own life. Some fiend must therefore have crossed his path, and felled him to the ground by the murderous stroke- And as the world was yet in its infancy there was but little difficulty in tracing this crime to the guilty party. His parents could not have forgotten the effect, which God's rejection of his offering had upon Cain; how he was very wroth, and his countenance fallen. His anger and his envy indicated in his down cast countenance a premeditated revenger, which would ere long develope itself in deeds of blood. Cain and his brother Abel went to an appointed place to offer their respective sacrifice to God. Abel's was accepted because he offered in faith. Cain's was rejected because offered without faith. His countenance fell his bosom heaved with rage and envy. The idea of vengencance upon his brother was concieved; for envy is the corrosive of all evil minds MR. A. N. JOHNSON, der the goading of conscience, he may even have then fanced strange forms flitting before him, and heard the low tread of the avenger of blood. As he gazed upon the mangled, and ghastly form of his brother, he no doubt inwardly cried out what have I done? Rage gave way to remorse his courage fled with his innocence, and he would have given the world could he have called his brother back to life. NOW COMES THE TRIAL. Cain was the only human witness of the deed, and he was the only mortal ear that heard the death cry of the victim. Hence he sought to conceal his guilt, and retired from the field with hurried steps that he might escape the avenger. But there not wanting witnesses of the unnatural deed, neither were there wanting accusers nor avengers. "Murder will out." The blush upon Cain's cheek, the out burst of his envy and rage, his fallen counten- the force of his own testimony thrust conviction and the sentence upon the speechless wretch? The only reason which can be given is, that he desired to afford the criminal an opportunity of confessing his crime and to condemn him out of the mouth of several, witnesses. And this implies the possibility of pardon, had he made such confession, and repented of the deed, as was afterwards declared who so confesseth and for saketh his sins shall find mercy. O God, may America confess and forsake her sins and find mercy with with thee before she sinks to the lowmost hell. Cain had lost all sense of the omnipresence of God, and imagined that he might conceal his guilt from the almighty. But the almighty holdeth such in decision. The descerning eye of even an earthly judge might easily detected in his tone the malicious spirity of selfconvicted crimininal eager to remove suspision, and to screne himself under the covert of falsehood from the penalties of a violated law. In this case there was a witness unthought of by Cain, that accused him before the almighty. There was a voice which he did not expect, would utter its awful appeals in the ear of the Judge. He though surely the dead could not speak; and little did he dream, that Abel would reveal the tale of horrow, for his lips were cold in death; and the earth could not speak, for its mouth was filled with the blood he had shed. Neither did he dream that the sleepless eye of Him who knoweth the deep secrets of the heart, was upon him when he delt with murderous blow. But God made no appeal to the faultless evidence which law in His own nature; but from the crimson mouth of the earth, there arose up an unexpected witness. From the bosom of the cold earth around them there came up a voice unto God full of accusation. The blood of the murdered one was invested with a voice, whose wailing cry arose out of the ground that received it warm and fresh from the stricken heart; and full of startling testimony went up into the ear of the Judge. God heard the cry of the Myarto blood. Every drop had a tongue, and was not only vocal importunate, clamorous and full of anathemas. Its appeal was as prevalent as the oblation of him from whom it had flowed. To the voice of that blood, the Lord appealed, and by its convicted the now-speechless assassian. The voice of thy brother's blood now crieth unto me from the ground. Abel had no doubt expostulated with his lips against the deed; but his angry brother was deaf to the A.N. Johnson, The Mobile Hustler and all Round Business Man. He is known as an Undertaker, Journalist, Merchant and Orator- Does an Annual Business of $20,000. Andrew, as his called, was born in Marion, Ala. in 1866. He has had considerable school advantages, and is justly entitled to literary honors. Besides attending the State Normals, he has matriculate in the Talladega College, where he ranked high as a scholar and orator. He has taught several public schools, and was regarded as a fine teacher. As a politician, he has a few equals in the state, and has held several prominent positions in the Republican party of the state- once chairman of the Republican Executive Committee of Bibb Co., a member of the Executive Committee of Mobile Co. and of the state. He served 4 years as chairman of the Executive Committee of the 4th. Dist. in which Judge McDuffee was elected to Congress. Mr. Johnson was once elected to the Legislature of this state, and was counted out by the Democratic party. He was the Republican nominee for congress from the first Dist. in '96, and made a good race. He was a member of the St. Louis and Philadelphia National Republican Conventions and was from the state at large to Philadelphia. He served as U. S. Gauger under Dr. R. A. Mosley, and now holds a commission as U. S. Gauger under Hon. J. R. Bingham. He served as a railway postal clerk under the Harrison administration. As a business man, he has done well. He commenced business in Mobile about seven years ago as an Undertaker and Embalmer, having passed the highest per cent in the state examination before the State Board of Embalmers. His undertaking business has been a complete success and he doesection to the innocent, by being a terror to the malicious and evil doers, and they must not bear the sword in vain. In the very first case of fraticide God Himself sat judge, for he is the God to whom vengeance belong and who will be sure to make inquisition for blood especially human blood. We come now to consider the historic scenes in which the voice of blood may be heard, and where we may understand its moral utterances. We are naturally led here to the historic ground where its voice was first heard, and its meaning first expressed ; The ground of illegitimate slaughter where it speaks of the deep-seated malignity of the human heart, of the first fruits of the fall and of the divine curse which decends upon actual transgression. The first outcry of blood is that from the ground of slaughter ; unto God for vengeance upon the guilty. It is the voice of blood illegitimately shed, and therefore the voice of an accuser, of an overwhelming witness giving its testimony from the ground which had received it warm and quivering from the victim's heart. As such it gives a faithful portraiture of a fallen world, and of man, living under the dominion of sin, and under the curse of his Creator. It declares that all things in nature have become our accusers before God. The first fruit of the fall was blood and murder-the first child drenching his hands in his brother's blood. The first testimony of Nature against guilty man was the voice of blood. Since the world has become a vast slaughter house, in which the fratricide has developed his malignant spirit in the blood of his foe, which in turn ever cries out to God for vengeance upon his head. Conscious of his guilt, the devotee resorts to the same means of appleasing the wrath of the Almighty against him, and expresses his worship in sacrificial blood upon the altar which cries out to God for propitiation in behalf of the suppliant at the shrine. What a picture this of our fallen world! Both the guilt and the worship of man expressed through blood. Its voice is ever going up now from innumerable scenser of slaughter and burning stakes from parts of the American continent. This land, called the land of the free and the home of the brave. The voice of blood, from this sin cured lanp, is now going up to the ear of the Almighty blending its out cries for retribution, with its appealing tones of mercy. In the dark infancy of a fallen world we have an impressive illustration of this, in the voice of Abel's blood from the ground where he lay weltering and expiring under the ruthless strokes of his brothers hand. Our first parents awaited doubtless with painful anxiety, the first instance of the penalty of their transgression which was death. They were conscious of the great moral change which they had undergone, and ever felt perhaps, the sentence of death in their physical im the entrance into the world, and the magnitude of that curse which sin had wrought in their nature. This murdered victim was to be by the hand of a brother. This was to be innocent blood and both the murderer and the victim, were to be the children of these fallen parents nourished at the same breast, and brought up under the same roof. The occasion of this murder was to be their strife over the Alter of the living God. This was all to show the radical depravity of their degenerate nature, and its capacity for the fouless deeds, in the catalogue of crime. These parents beheld here a bloody picture, not only of their own depravity, but also of its hereditory character, its transmission to their off-springs, and its development there indeed of fearful atrocity. The first born committed the foulest crime ever perpetrated by man, and that too, without even the semblance of palliation. No time was needed for the growth of actual evil in the world. It was not through the advance of barbarism that Cain stained his hands with fraternal blood; but it was through the immediate transmission of the corrupt nature of his parents. And hence, when they beheld the mangle corpse of Able before them, and knew that a brothers hand had delt the blow, they realized what they had transmitted to their posterity. In that deed of blood, they saw, the fearful consequence of their fall. And as God liveth man shall reap what-so-ever he sowth. What is true of individuals in this sowing and reaping is also true of nations. If Abel had died a natural death, it would have been a sad spectecal for his bereaved parents, they would have hung over his wasting frame, in unuterable anguish, and marked in every pang the effect of their own disobedience, and the first fruits of that harvest which death, is yet reaping from the earth. Yet in these circumstances of his death, something at least of hope might have beamed from his eye to comfort their stricken hearts. He might have blessed them with his parting breath or smiled upon them in token of filial affection. This would have soothed them in their anguish, and they could have laid him in his grave with hope, that though they had brought a curse upon their nature, there were at least something to mitigate the sorrows which it inflicts But Abel lay before them on the ground a ghastly murdered son. Life had already fled, and his mangled frame and flowing blood told them that his was not a natural death. They came to the scene too late to receive his prating blessing or to read affection it his closing eye. They knew not the agency by which the brutal deed was perpetrated. So says the press, of this country concerning every person, or nearly every person who has been wiped off the face of this continent by mob violence. Abel was not his own executioner, for a good man will not commit suicide. He was not a MR. A. N. JOHNSON, is the corrosive of all evil minds, and root of all wicked deeds. The Lord had encouraged Cain to repent, and promised that it that event his oblation would be accepted ; But it was all unavailing. He grew desperate under the influence of malice. His envy devoured his own heart, and then restrained by the over-ruling arm of heaven glutted its furry in his brother's blood, thus his heart and eye were evil, and that at last showed itself in an evil hand. His passion over threw the empire of reason. The spirit is seen in every case of lynchings and burnings, which have disgraced this fair land of ours, and have placed a stigma upon this nation. The malice of Cain took the place of natural affection, and thus begot in him the dark purpose of crime. The fire of this evil spirit could only be quenched only in his brothers blood. The storm of wrath darkened upon his brow and with a fallen countenance he resolve that his brother's house should be left, unto him desolate, and that the earth should ere long drink in his blood, soon his demon purpose was executed. Mustering infernal rage, and springing hastily to his feet, he gave the fatal stroke and the innocent victim of his wrath fell to the ground, quivering under the blow, while the earth opened her mouth to receive the blood. a the murderer stood over the prostrate form of his victim an indescrible awe doubtless came over his soul convulsed it with fear and shame un ance, his bloody hand and garment ; his restless spirit, and sullen answers, to the enquiries of God and his parents, all these were his accusers, and if rightly interpreted by his parents would have yielded an irresistible testimony against him. The guilty spirit will push itself out to the surface of the culprits life in some-way and form. It will show itself in the eye, the countenance, the answering, or the general bearing of the guilty one. And so Cain when he was brought to trial before God, he doubtless in all these forms showed, that he was the murderer of his brother. God who still held in his hands the government of the world came forth from the secret pavilion and made inquisition for blood. This may have taken place at on of the stated meetings of the family of Adam. Upon this occasion the voice of Jehovah from the clouds called unto Cain, in tones of commanding inquiry ; Saying where is Abel thy brother ? What is this that thou hast done ? We may ask here why did not God, who well knew his guilt, and saw the the culprit deal the murderous blow tax him at once, with the deed ? He needed not additional testimony. The guilt of Cain was plain, to his omniscient eye as the deed itself. Surely he that sitteth in the heavens, had both seen and heard. He beheld the murderer and the deadly stroke. He heard the imploring voice of the murdered brother, and with a pitting eye, watched the innocent victim as he fell. Why then did he not by the almighty. There was voice which he did not expect, would utter its awful appeals in the ear of the Judge. He thought surely the dead could not speak ; and little did he dream, that Abel would reveal the tale of horrow, for his lips were cold in death ; and the earth could not speak, for its mouth was filled with the blood that he had shed. Neither did he dream that the sleepless eye of Him who knoweth the deep secrets of the heart, was upon him when he delt the murderous blow. But God made no appeal to the faultless evidence which lay in his own nature ; but from the crimson mouth of the earth, there arose up an unexpected witness. From the bosom of the cold earth around them came up a voice unto God full of accusation. The blood of the murdered one was invested with a voice, whose wailing cry arose out of the ground that received it warm and fresh from the stricken heart ; and full of startling testimony went up into the ear of the Judge. God heard the cry of the Myarto blood. Every drop had a tongue, and was not only vocal but importunate, clamorous and full of anathemas. Its appeal was as prevalent as the oblation of him from whom it had flowed. To the voice of that blood, the Lord appealed, and by it convicted the now-speechless assassin. The voice of the brother's blood now crieth unto me from the ground. Abel had no doubt expostulated with his lips against the deed ; but his angry brother was deaf to the fraternal pleading, and quenched his voice in his blood. But no sooner than he became silent in death, a more powerful voice smote upon the murderer's ear, like the alarm of a pursuer and knell of doom. Its appeal brought down upon him the malediction of God. and the execration of nature. And now art thou cursed from the ground which hath opened her mouth to receive thy brother's blood from thy hand. The Lord grants the request of blood and denounces upon Cain and awful curse. God is listening to the voice of blood throughout this nation, and will answer its pleadings in judgement upon the nation. My country be not deceived, for God is not mocked ; for whatsoever a nation sow, it shall also reap. Cain is banished and with the brand of infany on his brow is made a wanderer and outcast, a terror to himself, and a pest to the world. A vagabond bannished from God, and carrying his hell in his own bosom with the brand of blood in his forehead, with every man's hand lifted up against him, and his bloody hand raised against all men. Since the fall of man, our human nature in its federal head the world under dominion of sin, has become the theater of crime, and every page of its history is written in blood. Scarcely indeed is there a spot that has not been saturated with human gore and made to drink in the blood of some murdered brother. Her mouth is red with the blood of (Con, on fourth page.) equals in the state, and has held several prominent positions in the Republican party of the state-once chairman of the Republican Executive Committee of Bibb Co., a member of the Executive Committee of Mobile Co. and of the state. He served 4 years as chairman of the Executive Committee of the 4th. Dist. in which Judge McDuffee was elected to congress. Mr. Johnson was once elected to the Legislature of this state, and was counted out by the Democratic party. He was the Republican nominee for congress from t he first Dist. in '96, and made a good race. He was a member of the St. Louis and Philadelphia National Republican Conventions and was from the state at large to Philadelphia. He served as U. S. Gauger under Dr. R. A. Mosley, and now holds a commission as U.S. Gauger under Hon. J. R. Bingham. He served as a railway postal clerk under the Harrison administration. As a business man, he has done well. He commenced business in Mobile about seven years ago as an Undertaker and Embalmer, having passed the highest per cent in the state examination before the State Board of Embalmers. His undertaking business has been a complete success, and he does the largest business of any undertaker in the state, and has the finest funeral car of any colored undertaker in the whole country. He has a fine line of carriages and the finest landan on the streets of Mobile, and is doing a good business. He has founded and runned for the last two years what is known as The Peoples Drug Store with Soda water department that is the delight of the colored people of the city. His soda fount is of the latest style and is a beauty. Through Mr. Johnson influence, three fine Physicians have located in Mobile. Mr. Johnson, is also the founder and Editor of the Mobile Weekly Press and in connection with that, runs a job printing department. To carry on the work in the Undertaking department and the printing office and Drug store, Mr. Johnson gives employment to fifteen men and does an annual business of $20,000. Infact his business has grown to such an extent that he has rented one of the largest and most complete business buildings of any colored man in the city and will move in some time in June. Mr. Johnson indeed is a fine business man and of sober habits and will yet make his mark in the business world.THE SOUTHERN WATCHMAN. Published at Mobile, Every Saturday Morning. A.N. McEwen, Editor. Subscription Rates: One year,....$1.50 Six Months,....75 ThreeMonth,….50 One Month,.....20 Single copy,....05 Entered in the Post-Office at Mobile Ala., as second class matter. One inch, one month $1.00, or 30c, each insertion. ne inch, three months...…$2.25 One inch, six months...…$4.00 One inch, twelve $6.00 For larger space terms can be made with Business Manager. All matter intended for the Southern Watchman should be addressed to the Southern Watchmand and not A. N. McEwen, We are not responsible for the views expressed by our correspondents and reserve the right to reject or criticize any article. SATURDAY, MAY 11 1901. READ THIS. The Blue Cross means that your subscription is out and should be [?] The white man North and South, are getting tired of carrying the Negro and the Negro must learn to walk in business, the white man dreads Negro supremacy to bad to help him up in the world and if the Negro would come up in the world he must build his own ladder upon which he would assend. The crying demand of the Negro as a race, is business Interprises that will furnish work for the labor. As a race we need more cotton fields of our own and to learn to make the cotton in to clothes, we must learn to smelt ore and make our own axes and plows, we must quit buying so much furniture and learn to make some, we must learn to unite in business like the white man, give imployment to more of our people. The Mobile Item gave the names of the Delegates to the Constutional Convention in 1875. Some of the same men will be in the present Convention that meets on the 21st inst. The Convention in 1875 we to frame a Constitution for the State of . . . [?] Greensville on the 3rd Sunday in this month on the account of urgent business at home. Rev. A. N. McEwen has been invited to preach the annual sermon for the Odd Fellows at Wilmer Ala. but can not accept on the account of previous engagements. We learn that several parties of a Merrell Miss. has paid Rev. Gordon for the Southern Watchman, if so he has never turned the money into the office. They should see him as he is not our agent. We call special attention to the advertisement of the New Orleans Cash Store in another column. Go see them before you buy drygoods Monday. Rev. Levi Trimble of Winchester Tenn. is dead, was the old preacher in the Baptist denomination. Mrs. J. L. Johnson the wife of Rev. J. L. Johnson and daughter of Bishop Tanner died in Nashville on the 26ult. Flora Batson, the Queen of songs sang in Nashvill last week. Baptist of Chicago and that of Dr. Mitchell President of Wilber force University removes the race two bright lights. We are sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Richard D. Frazier, the father Rev. J. L. Frazier, Pastor of St. Louis Baptist Church. Montgomery Ala. When I wrote you last I was at John's Jefferson Co. I went to Brookwood Tuscaloosa Co. where I attend the Woman's Mission-any Association of the Jefferson County District. This was a grand meeting and much good was accomplished. I hastened on Saturday [?] Birmingham to Montgomery. Sunday morning I attended services at Bethel Baptist Church where I addressed the Sunday School, Rev. A. J. Knight the pastor and Supt. Halley gave me a very cordial reception. I also spoke of the "Baptist Conference. The Baptist Conference opened as programme in the Day Street Bapt. Church last Friday 11 a. m. after Devotions, an Informal Conference was held this proved to be very helpful. Rev. Ed. D. Johns moderator of the Montgomery Antioch Association preached the opening sermon. A strong committee of . . . [?] by Baptism in the Ala. river Sunday morning for Day St. Church pastor Crooms assisted by Rev. Bracy administered the Lord's supper" to about 400. The revival continues this week. Rev. W. B. Davis has closed his revival at Dexter Ave. Church, and left Monday for Selma. I shall leave for [?], Aldrich, Irondale, Jonsboro, Attalla. Gadsden, Collinsville, Warrior, and few other places this week and may this tour in Selma at the commencement. President Wilhite is issuing a circular explaining the efforts of our State Convention to raise a nice Chapel at Selma. Rev. T. W. Walker, and his good people entered their New Church building last Sunday, this is one of the finest Church Structures in the south, It cost. ($81,000) Thousand dollars. The writer was invited to take part in the Exercises And on account of the Conference in Montgomery could not attend. Don't never let the Watchman stop, if you do the Baptist of Ala. will not know any thing about each others work. Some kind of appeal should be made for the Baptist Churches in Pratt City. Suppose some of our [?] Should the Negro be Disfranchised? Under this Caption, ex-Governor O'Ferrall in a recent letter to The Times, gives his views on the question. The letter which is herewith reproduced is pointed and should serve as a warning to many of the would be Constitution makers, who to secure a nomination from their respective localities, are promising that they will eliminate the Negro vote, and at the same time not disfranchise a single white voter. Below is Col. O'Ferrall's letter: "Under the organic law of this Union, the Negro is a citizen, with all the duties and responsibilities of any other citizen. He must pay taxes upon his property, he must fight whenever his country or state demands it, and he must perform all public services just as any other citizen. It is contrary to the genius of republican institutions to impose citizenship burdens without citizenship privileges. The Federal Government has declared the Negro to be worthy of citizenship, and Virginia by her solemn act has ratified that declaration. The Federal Constitution has not clothed the Negro or the white man with the right of suffrage; it has left the question of suffrage to each state to be determined according to . . . [?] BEAUTIFY YOUR HOME Your Credit is good for anything in our big store. Join your friends the [?] from us. Money Saving House Furnisher Your Credit is Good. WM. H. Monkir Furniture S.E. Dauphin and [?] STS. to our city this summer to attend our house of worship, when here, will you please extend most heartily the invitation to your readers and receive our thanks for the same. Yours fraternally P.J. Ferris, 725 W. Ferry ST. Selma Department Uncle Hix, Editor. The siquel of the killing of Deputy Sherrif Edwards last week by John Dawson, was the cold blooded murder of three defenceless Negroes by the hands of unknown whites. Three colored men have gone to judgement and one severely [?] fitting nature of things to die with your boots on. Last week's issue of the Watchman was a "dandy". We will bring out every issue, this only bet- it you will just subscribe and pay for the paper. There are great union services between the denomination in Selma now a days. Rev. R. T. Pollard preached for Brown's Chapel. A. M. E. Church last Sunday and Rev. W. M. Coleman for the Zion A. M. E. Church. President C. S. Dinkins was out of the city last week visiting Montgomery and Lowndsboro. Brothren write for the President and have him among your people. There was a debate last Sunday 6:30p.m. at First Bapt. B.Y.P.U. Resolved "That Mrs Carrie Nation is justified in her crusade on the Saloons. Affermitive Messers H. E. Lathan and Dimbo Locke. Negative Messers M. E. Curry and F. L. Sanders. It very interesting. All did well, but the negative won. Rev. L. W. Calloway preached an annual sermon for Rev Wm. Madisoa, Uniontown last Sunday he gives glowing account of the field under the control of Rev. Madison, and like well enough to call again. Rev. Madison has [?] [?]The white man North and South, are getting tired of carrying the Negro and the Negro must learn to walk in business, the white man dreads Negro supremacy to bad to help him up in the world and if the Negro would come up in the world he must build his own ladder upon which he would assend. The crying demand of the Negro as a race, is business Interprises that will furnish work for the labor. As a race we need more cotton fields of our own and to learn to make the cotton in to clothes, we must learn to smelt ore and make our own axes and plows, we must quit buying so much furniture and learn to make some, we must learn to unite in business like the white man, give imployment to more of our people. The Mobile Item gave the names of the Delegates to the Constitutional Convention in 1875. Some of the same men will be in the present Convention that meets on the 21st inst. The Convention in 1875 was to frame a Constitution for the State of the only way the Democrats can cheat the Negro out of his vote is to steal it at the ballot box as they have been doing for a quarter of a century. The Southern white man says cheating the Negro voter by stuffing and robbing the ballot box is necessary for the good of the country, we wonder if those Gentlemen ever read the bible. We have scratched 50 names from our subscription book this week, and may the good Lord have mercy on those newspaper beaters and cheaters. We have carried some of them twelve months and more thinking that their conscience would whip them into line, but it seems that they have no sense of what is right some of them are Ministers liars of the worst type we are not revengeful and yet we hope some of those person who have cheated us will get snake bitten before they cheat another newspaper man. We are sorry that we can not be with Rev. F. R. Kennedy in Baptist of Chicago and that of Dr. Mitchell President of Wilber force University removes from the race two bright lights. We are sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Richard D. Frazier, the father of Rev. J. L. Frazier, Pastor of St. Louis St Baptist Church. Montgomery Ala. When I wrote you last I was at John's Jefferson Co. I went to Brookwood Tuscaloosa Co. where I attended the Woman's Missionary Association of the Jefferson County District. This was a grand meeting and much good was accomplished. I hastened on Saturday Via Birmingham to Montgomery. Sunday morning I attended services at Bethel Baptist Church where I addressed the Sunday School, Rev. A. J. Knight the pastor and Supt. Halley gave me a very cordial reception. I also spoke of the "Baptist Conference. The Baptist Conference opened as programme in the Day Street Bapt. Church last Friday 11 a. m. after Devotions, an Informal Conference was held this proved to be very helpful. Rev. Ed. D. Jones moderator of the Montgomery Antioch Association preached the opening sermon. A strong committee of [?] and Educational work in the District a temporary Organization was affected by the election of the following. Mrs C. M. Wells Pres. Mrs Lizzie Davis Vice Pres. Mrs Hattie Harris Recording Sec. Mrs S. H. Wright Cor. Sec. Mrs Delia Westbrooks Treas. Rev. L. H. Hendricks preached Friday night. Rev. L. P. Mitchell preached Saturday 11 a. m. Dr. Dinkins delivered a very forceful address on Saturday also preached a soul stiring sermon Sunday at 11 a. m. The ministers preached and conducted services in the City during the meeting Revs. L. P. Mitchell C. S. Davis F. K. Anderson, S.D. Johnson, L. H. Hawkins, many good speeches were made by Rev. R. Brown, Mrs Mack Swane, Mrs Simon, Mrs Elnora, Mrs Harris, Mrs Wells also Revs. Bracy, Crooms, and many others. Sunday was indeed a "high day". The great over flow meeting "Sunday afternoon Mr. F. B. Barron, Prof. Wm. Jenkins, and Hon. J. C. Lestwitch, made speeches when all the reports were in "God be with you till we meet again" was sung, Dr. Dinkins, pronounced the benediction, Dr. Dinkins can tell how much the meeting helped him or our School Work. Rev. Bracy, burried eleven souls Should The Negro Be Disfranchised? Under this Caption, ex-Governor O'Ferrall in a recent letter to The Times, gives his views on the question. The letter which is herewith reproduced is pointed and should serve as a warning to many of the would be Constitution makers, who to secure a nomination from their respective localities, are promising that they will eliminate the Negro vote, and at the same time not disfranchise a single white vote. Below is Col. O'Ferrall's letter: "Under the organic law of this Union, the Negro is a citizen, with all the duties and responsibilities of any other citizen. He must pay taxes upon his property, he must fight whenever his country or state demands it, and he must perform all public services just as any other citizen. It is contrary to the genius of republican institutions to impost citizenship burdens without citizenship privileges. The Federal Government has declared the Negro to be worthy of citizenship, and Virginia by her solemn act has ratified that declaration. The Federal Constitution has not clothed the Negro or the white man with the right of suffrage; it has left the question of suffrage to each state to be determined according to [?] [par?]ticipate in the affairs of the Government should be conferred upon all citizens who are required to perform all the duties and bear all the burdens of citizenship, regardless of their nativity, blood, race or color unless by their bad conduct they have rendered themselves dangerous to society and brought themselves under the banner of our criminal laws, or proved themselves worthless by contributing nothing to the support of the Government. When once the great fundamental doctrine of equal rights to all citizens, special privileges to none, is trenched upon, who can tell to what extent it many finally end? Take away the ballot from the Negroes as a class, because it is regarded as expedient for this or that reason, and a precedent will be set for like action as to some other class, whenever a majority may again consider it expedient. "Resolutions never go backward." I am oppose upon principle to disfranchising any class of citizens because of their race or color.—Reformer. ——————— BUFFALO. Southern Watchman. We of the Deleware Ave. Bapt Church are issuing the enclosed program and invitation to visitors [??] if the noble and the free. As is befitting the nature of things tho do die with your boots on. Last week's issue of the Watchman was a "dandy". We will bring out every issue, this only bet- it you will just subscribe and pay for the paper. There are great union services between the denomination in Selma now a days. Rev. R. T. Pollard preached for Brown's Chapel A. M. E. Church last Sunday and Rev. W. T. Coleman for the Zion A. M. E. Church. President C. S Dinkins was out of the city last week visiting Montgomery and Lowndsboro. Brothren write for the President and have him among your people. There was a debate last Sunday 6:30 p.m. at First Bapt. B. Y. P. U Resolved "That Mrs Carrie Nation, is justified in her crusade on the Saloons. Affermitive Messers H. E. lathan, and Dimbo Locke. Negative Messers M. E. Curry and F. L Sanders. It very interesting. All did well, but the negative won. Rev. L. W. Calloway preached an annual sermon for Rev. Wm. Madison, Uniontown last Sunday he gives glowing account of the field under the control of Rev. Madison, and like well enough to to call again. Rev. Madison has [?] Over in Uniontown a white man slapped Rev. Johnson's daughter because she returned some buttons she bought, Elder Johnson had him arrested a few days later, they doubled team upon Johnson, beat him with ax handles and Negroes saw it yet they would not go to court to witness against the persecutors of their race. The preacher finally left the town. Negro cowardice invits maltreatment. Be defensive at least. M.E. Curry, a student of Selma University, was on the sick list last week, but is able this week to be at his studies. Rev. S. A. Rivers of Meridian Miss. passed thro the city Monday on his return home from a visit to the Berean Baptist Church Marion The Rev. looks wells. Read the Southern Watchman if you wont to know what the colored brother is doing. It is simply a good paper and is 'regular. The devil has started excursion to come and go out of Selma and there will be no more peace till late in the Autumn. The Negroes keep up excursions, lawyers build, court houses and still is shot if he raises his head when he is kicked. son, 2nd V. P., Nathaniel [?] Wilson, Manager: UNDERT[?] Call on Albe[?] Calls attended to[?] 256 St.[?] New Sto[?] New [?] Ca[?] ON MON[?] [?] Bleached d[?] Yard wide[?] First co[?] Remember t[?] New Or[?] Cor Joa[?] The Negro in the S[?] (By Julius D. Dreher, Pre[?] Roanoke College) [?] Our Southern people, w[?] love of fair play, will no[?] laws when put a premium [?] telligence of the Negro a[?] ignorance of the white [?] which incite the former to [?] utmost efforts to qualify [?] the intelligent excercise of t[?] franchise, and which enco[?] latter to remain in a state [?] apathy with regard to edu[?] law which in the letter dis[?] against the Negro and whi[?] "understanding clause" by [?] is intended that he shall [?] discriminated against at t[?] box, according to the whi[?] officers in charge, is a discr[?] civilized State that pretend[?] late on a basis of equal jus[?] citizens. Such law opera[?] [?] Edgard Harney, Treas.: P. L. [?]most Reliable [?]nd trustworthy [?] and [?]MBALMER, [?] Boyd Bell Phone 480. [?]ael Street. [?]ew Goods [?]leans [?]ore [?] MAY 1[?] [?]cts. [?]Brown Cotton 4 1-2 cts. [?]t served. [?]e [?]Cash Store, [?] Dauphin. [?]y of both races. The Negro is [?]undly discouraged in his efforts [?]ucate and improve himself; he [?]te the inustice done to him and [?] further distrusts the white man [?] the latter respect for laws [?]h permit such injustices. Already [?] Mississippi and Louisland we [?]earing reports of alarming ap[?] [?] among the white voters indicat[?] [?] hat there is little political life in [?] State. As a matter of fact, the [?] on returns show that in West [?]inia there is one Congressional [?]let, and in various Northern and [?]ern States there are other dis[?] [?]s, in each of which more votes [?] cast last fall than were cast in [?] the Congressional districts to [?]es in either Mississippi or Louis[?] [?]. UNIONTOWN ALA. [?]tor Watchman. [?]ear sir please allow space in [?] columns of your paper to speak Boston, Mass. 57 [?warner Ave.?} May 12 - 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevent Dear Sir:--- When I came home last Wednesday evening I read not of [?ents?] time - have been thinking whether Life for me not a- mere [?thece?] farce is a miserable tragedy-- 11423Your letter assisted me truly it was a solace for many ills. I thank you! If fate is propitious and the fates are kind and the sphere no the materialize I have take an run in to Gotham - and call upon you. New York. I have not seen [fa th er uty?] 11424from your sister have I seen the Vice President but I think I might too. [?Pramel mitanuous not?] as much more satisfactory than anything written. Ideally [?not [..?] Delano [?me?] fully official [?the loser of your country. [?........?] 222 51st street, Brooklyn. May 12, 1901. My dear Colonel: If you was received a finer compliment that this boy's I'd like to know it. I thought it likely you'd miss this so cut it out and sent to you. Faithfully yours, N.A. Jennings To Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. 11426 [two lines of shorthand follows.]Mount Vernon on the Potomac, Fairfax County, Virginia. May 12th 1907 Gen Roosevelt- Dear Sir Wednesday, May the 15th is "Virginia Day" at Mt Vernon & as Vice Regent for Alabama I wish to extend to you an invitation to honor us by your presence that day- so [???]'s [???] I wish to thank you in person for the interest - you have always 11427shoun in my boys carreet - Hoping you can be with us I am much truly yours [?] [?] [?] 11428Form U6 The New York New Haven and Hartford [*****] Station.....190 Police force as Sergant providing I can stand the necessary examinations Hoping you will confer this favor upon me: as a Bro Masan and thanking you in advance I remain Fraternally Yours H.M.King #212 East 118th St New York City N.Y. 11430. Form U6 The New York New Haven and Hartford New York Station May 12 1901 Mr. Thedore Roosevelt Vice Pres Washington D.C. Dear Sir and Bro, Having seen account of your initation in the Masonic Lodge and in learning you true to the obligation I beg the privilege of addressing you as a Brother, Hoping you may find me worthy of the favor I ask. Will you kindly give me a letter to the Chief of Police of this City using your influence that I may secure a position on the 11429 [5-12-901] Form No. 1. May 10,1901 THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been asserted to by the sender of the following messages. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays. In transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER SENT BY REC'D BY CHECK 1 nt Briopd RECEIVED at 12 1901 Dated Buffalo NY, To Hon Theodore Roosevelt Perfectly comment delighted that you are to arrive Sunday night. John [?G Ntillburn?] 11431 [shorthand notation]War Department. United States Philippine Commission Manila. May 12, 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Washington, D.C. My dear Theodore: I much enjoyed getting your good letter. I fully concur in what you say about the obstacles in carrying on a governmental work. They pertain to the situation. The necessity for having the army in the Philippines is one of the difficulties of the situation. The existence of well meaning persons in the United States, convinced that they are upholding a moral issue, who rejoice to exaggerate the effect of every misstep taken and of every misfortune, and to minimize every success, as a god-service in upholding the anti imperialistic cause, is another facts in the situation. The existence of an unscrupulous and hypocritical opposition on the part of the southern democrats in the House and Senate, based on their sensitiveness lest the dark races shall not have representative government, is another fact in the situation; but no man ought to have entered into this work without fully appreciating these facts. The obstacle presented by the indisposition of the army to give up any power which it has once enjoyed, and its entire lack of cooperation in introducing peaceful methods of government are facts which one should have counted on, but - 11432NO. 2. which I was not sufficiently acquainted with when I came here. I did not write to you with any thought of your bringing the matters I discussed to the attention either of the Secretary of War or the President, for they are fully advised and have stood by us through thick and thin. No one, however captious, in our position could complain that so far as the Secretary of War and the President core concerned,we have not been given a free hand in the situation here. The instructions of the President to us, written as they were by the Secretary of War, devised a plan for modifying the rigor of military government, by creating us the Legislature of the military government. It was an anomaly, but it has worked magnificently. The men who desired peace, who were sincere friends of the Americans, were able to look to the Commission and point to the Commission as the civil end of a government, the military end of which was so severe and arbitrary that were there no hope of any other, I feel sure the insurrection would have long continued. With the Commission, however, by its legislative and express declarations offering them hopes of a real civil government, they have been able to argue forcibly with the insurgents that it is their duty to their country to lay down their arms and come in, so as to rid the country of military government. It has worked exactly as the President and the Secretary anticipated it would work, and while the form of government has been first- 11433No. 3. ridiculed and then hated by the military people, its operation has been just as I have described. General MacArthur told me that in his judgement what was needed in those islands was a military government for ten years, and if we had a military government for ten years, I think we should have needed it for ten years longer and so on. The view that General MacArthur took was that the President had no constitutional power, as Commander-in-Chief, to entrust part of his authority to civilians as he did to the Commission. I have known of the use of the Constitution in arguments for a great way many different purposes, but it is the first time I have ever heard of a military commander, using it to nullify or to attempt to nullify, the action of his superior officer in taking away power from him. Funston's capture of Aguinaldo was a gallant piece of work and I am glad he has been made Brigadier General. Funston is a good man. He is modest, quiet and attends strictly to business. He does things. We have in these islands men who do things and men who do not do things, as everywhere. I regret to say that many of those who do not do things with the opportunity and power to do them are to be found among the Colonels of Regular regiments. Veterans of the Civil War disgruntled because they have not Brigadier-Generalships, and within sight of retirement. They have not the slightest inten- 11434No. 4. -tion of exerting themselves to overcome the marauders and insurrectos in the provinces in which they command, but the insurrection is ending without their assistance, and with the assistance of the good lord and the lapse of time, the army will be rid in a few years of this particular class of useless officers. The problem of what is to be done with Aguinaldo has sometimes to me seemed to be a formidable one, but I think it will work itself out now that he has published his proclamation and taken the oath of allegiance. We shall get practically all the rifles there are in the islands, and however insincere, he may be or any of his followers, it will be impossible for them to attempt another insurrection. When the Representative Assembly is established here, and I hope it may be postponed until January 1, 1902, there will of course be opportunity for obstruction in the Lower House, which I believe is planned to be entirely popular, but I think that the prestige which has surrounded Aguinaldo by reason of his never being seen by the people and not being known by them, will have been rapidly lost under the changes of a civil government. He is not a formidable person as a parliamentarian or speaker. His chief characteristics seem to be his ability not to commit himself and his pertinacity. He is still a prisoner, I think a voluntary prisoner rather, and I have not seen him. He has sent word to us that he will come and call on the Commission as soon as he is released. He is permitted to see anyone in 11435No. 5. his rooms, but whether he desires to avoid publicity and to maintain that reserve which gives him prestige among his people I do not know. I am not officially informed of the facts I am about to relate, but my authority is Chief Justice Arellano, who was called in to consult with Aguinaldo immediately after his capture. Sixto Lopez, one of the insurgents who has been in America working up the insurgent cause, telegraphed as soon as Aguinaldo was captured, care of General MacArthur, advising him to beg to be allowed to go to America with Mabini. MacArthur seemed to think the plan would be a good one and asked Arellano is he would go with Aguinaldo. Aguinaldo repeated the question and Arellano took two days to consider. At the end of two days, MacArthur told him that the trip would have to be given up, from which he inferred that MacArthur had received information from Washington that such a thing could not be encouraged. If this be true, it shows the political sagacity of MacArthur. To my mind nothing could be more absurd than to permit Aguinaldo to go to America to be worshiped by the anti imperialists and to be drawn through the country as a show to attract the curiosity of everybody, and to give him the impression and the people of the Philippines the impression that he was a hero, instead of being what he actually is an ordinary Tagalog politician, with unusual power of dealing with Tagalogs and dogged pertinacity. I think he 11436No. 6. is probably honest, as honesty goes in these islands, but he is a man whose prominence has been very largely created by circumstances and is not due to any personal greatness. What I have said I have gathered from every Filipino who knows him well. It is not the result of personal observation. For the last year he has not figured at all in the military operations but has been devoting his entire time to hiding from capture, and the minute he was captured, he regarded the end of the insurrection as come, and was willing to take the oath and to issue the proclamation. That would seem to indicate, so far as the mugwump anti imperialists are concerned, either that their idol had feet of clay or else that his view of the situation was very different from theirs, and both are true. The civil government is to begin on the first of July, and I shall probably be its head, so the Secretary of War informs me. The responsibilities of this position, I look forward to with a great deal of hesitation. The pit falls are many and the territory to be traversed is almost unknown. Still I cannot evade or avoid it and I do not desire to represent myself as wishing to do either. There is a natural gratification in taking control of things, though the responsibility involved in it is staggering. I hope that you find your duties pleasant. It is not unlikely that before you get through your work, you will find [*11437*]No. 7. yourself called upon to assume a position of great responsibility yourself. The absence of a previous question rule in the Senate seems to me to be an absurdity. It is an absurdity that is maintained in order to exalt the importance of individual members of the Senate. It gives to every member, or every little coterie of members, a practical veto upon all legislation, and in the end it cannot but interfere with the passage of useful laws. It permits men like Pettigrew and Allen and Tillman to take the whole nation by the throat and stay its hand. This is not as it should be. That the rules should be as severe as they are in the House, I do not by any means contend, but after full debate has been had on a subject, the majority ought to rule, however much damage the vote of that majority may do. The effect of the system which prevails in the Senate today is analogous to the ease with which irresponsible and sensational liars give wide publicity to their lies through the yellow journals. It gives an unprincipled crank in either capacity an opportunity greatly out of proportion to his merits; but I must stop. I wish I had time to write you a more detailed statement of the exact situation here. I can just say this, so that you may keep tab on the cable dispatches from here. All the insurrecto leaders of every kind are now in, except Mascardo in the province of Bataan, who is gathering up [*11438*]No. 8. his rifles and men to surrender them on the 14th instant or later for the Filipino never observes dates; Malvar in the province of Batangas, who has once agreed to come in and will probably be brought in in the course of two weeks; Bellarmine in the province of Albay, who has about two hundred or two hundred and fifty rifles and who says that he does not intend to come in because he thinks Germany is going to have a war with the United States and that will enable them to get their independence,- the truth being that he is in a hemp province where he can make a good thing by levying contributions upon the hemp towns so he is not anxious to end his profitable profession; Lucban, who has several hundred rifles in the wild and rough island of Samar, where hemp is also grown and where the contributions are also a source of much profit; Maximon in Cebu, who has probably two hundred rifles and Samson in Behel who has about thirty. There is no reason at all why Bellarmina should not have been driven out and compelled to surrender, except the presence in that district of three worn out Colonels of regular regiments who do not do anything. Bellarmina has not been treated to any severe campaigns at all. The same thing is true of Lucban in Samar, but his island has now been put under Hughes and Lucban will soon be brought to terms. Cebu is simply a case of the gross mismanagement of Colonel McClernand who is in charge there. He has not been content to have his men go out and do anything. The people have not been protected and the insurgent leader has been permitted [*11439*] No. 9. fitted with impunity to assess most of the towns in the island. Behel would long ago have been pacified, if they had permitted Samson to surrender with impunity from trial. He has violated his oath of allegiance and it [will] was not [be] thought to be well to do so, but he will soon be brought in for we appointed a Governor down there who is a native and an energetic man. We have given him arms, and I think that the trouble there will soon be over. I have now named all the leaders that are out. I could not give you the names of all the leaders that have come in because they are so numerous. The rifles are coming in in great numbers and complete tranquility is only a matter of weeks. I omitted one matter. The forces of Cailles,- who is a murderer, who has been most blood thirsty in his manner of conducting campaigns, especially against his own people, and whom the authorities are not willing to allow to come in without subjecting him to trial,- have been badly scattered and he can have but a few men left. Most of his men have surrendered and I think it likely that he will come in and stand the risk of a trial. He is not a Filipino. He is the son of a Frenchman and a Bombay woman. The Federal party has spread into every part of these islands and the people are all helping us to find insurrectos and to bring them in or to shoot them down. The temper of the people is most gratifying, especially toward the Commission 11440 No. 10. and those who are engaged in establishing civil governments. We much regretted the limitations of the Spooner bill, but suppose that we could not have had it at all but for those limitations. That there are men looking about for unjust concessions in these islands, noone [no one] realizes as much as we do, but the danger on that side cannot outweigh the fact that the happiness of these people and their prosperity are dependent on a tremendous investment of capital here in railroads, steamship lines, agriculture and in manufacturing and mining. Ten years will make a marvelous change in these islands, and I hope that I may live to return to these islands after ten years and see what a change Yankee ingenuity, Yankee enterprise and Yankee freedom of thought can bring about. With warm regards to Mrs. Roosevelt and yourself from Mrs. Taft, in which I most cordially join, believe me, as ever, my dear Theodore. Sincerely yours, Wm H Taft P. S. I look forward with great confidence to your nomination for President at the next convention and I sincerely hope it may be brought about. Four years in the Vice-Presidential chair will save you from a good many hostilities that might endanger such a result, while the prominence of the position 11441No.11. keeps you continually to the front as necessary and logical candidate. I look forward to voting for you. 11442John Ulard seaz. Oyster Bay Engine Co (A Clantee Meaner) M Loeb 1019 P St., N.W., Washington, D.C., May 12th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York, My dear Colonel:- Your very kind letter of the 7th inst. Came duly to hand, and I beg to express my deep gratitude to you for the same. I never expected or desired that you do more for me than to merely show a friendly interest in my success, and that you have amply done; I assure you that I greatly appreciate your kindness. From signs at the office, I think that my promotion on the first of June will now be a matter of course. I feel confident that you will find that my re- cord there is an entirely satisfactory one. As to your advice about prefering a civil position to a department- al one, I fully agree with you. If an opportunity ever occurs that I can secure such employment where I can receive just sufficient salary for the support of my family and self, I shall hasten to grasp it. With all gratitude and great esteem, I beg to remain Yours respectfully and sincerely, Henry J. Weil 114431851 1901 May 12. Montezuma Lodge No. 1, A.F. & A.M. request the honor of yout presence at the celebration of the Fiftiech Anniversary of the organization of the lodge, on the thierteenth dat of May, nineteen hundred and one, Palace Hotel Santa Fé, New Mexico. 11444 Reception 7:30 p.m. Banquet 8 p.m. Palace Hotel. Please reply. 11445 Frederick Muller. 11446 Santa Fe, New MexicoTHOS. C. J. BAILY PRESIDENT L. BOULTON NEWBOLD VICE-PRES. AND SUPT. FREDERICK A. STOKES SECT. AND TREAS. CLARENCE H. BAILY GEN'L MANAGER LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE 2381 NEWARK JAMES RIVER LIVE STOCK COMPANY INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK CAPITAL STOCK, $100,000.00 484 BROAD STREET PRINCIPAL CATTLE RANGE NEAR PINGREE, STUTSMAN CO., NORTH DAKOTA POST OFFICE ADDRESS ESLER, NORTH DAKOTA. NEWARK, N. J. 5/13 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Sir: We are sending you, under separate cover a booklet describing the plan and scope of this Company, which is located in the same state as the ranch you formerly owned. Our stock is now selling at $9.00 per share and at this figure is a perfect investment. We would be glad to receive your subscription to twenty-five or more shares with the understanding that we do not use your name in any way for advertising purposes. If, however you cannot see your way clear to become a subscriber cannot you endorse the venture, under your signature as being profitable & in No. Dakota if properly managed? In this case you would have our personal guarantee that such endorsement would not be misused and you would convey a great favor upon us. Yours respectfully, JAMES RIVER LIVE STOCK COMPANY Clarence H. Baily GENERAL MANAGER [*11447*]Iowa State Normal May-13-1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice Pres. of U.S. Dear Sir: I am a student of the ISNS and would like to have your opinion on a certain question which is to be debated here in a few weeks. The Question is: Resolved that the membership of the National House of Representatives should be reduced in size. We are on the negative of this question and we find it to be a pretty deep question, so if you can give us a little information we would be ever so much obliges to you. If you have any pamphlets or speeches in this question that would be of a benefit to us would you please send them to me. I remain Yours truly Neil C. Bardsley 2115 Walnut st. Cedar Falls Iowa Please find included a stamp 11448 [*shorthand at the top of the page*] Watertown, SD Codington Co May 13th 1901 Monday 10 A.M. Vice President Roosevelt: New York City: N.Y My Dear Sir: By way of recalling who I am I would say that I was one of the three members of the reception committee here at Watertown last fall during your tour through the State, that I went with your party from here to Aberdeen. The committee met your party at Castlewood. Col Lee Stover introduced you to the audience here at Watertown and I introduced Senator Nelson of your party. There is a matter in which I am interested and in which you [*11449*]you can help me + to make it short I will say, that is simply opening the way for an introduction or interview of a lady friend + daughter now in London with our ambassador there. Mr. Choate. I will explain a little. Mrs. M C Schaller, a widow, has been in Europe for about 3 years with her daughter who was receiving instruction under the leading violin teachers. She was Brussels, Belgium, over 2 years taking lessons of Caesar Thompson; since last September she has been in London under Sauret. When she went to Brussels, she took a letter of introduction from Judge Lambert Tree of Chicago to our minister there, Bellamy Storer. Before going abroad the daughter had received the best instruction this country applauded- she being the pupil of Max Bendix. She was but 132 years old when she went to Brussels. She is now 17 & has about completed her course. She has every promise of being the leading violinist in this country, if not of the world. She is wonderfully gifted in this direction. She has attracted the attention of the leading artists & has received favorable comment in the leading musical magazine of London, the Courier. Her mother has elevated her life and reinforced everything to giver her daughter these advantages. She very much, desires to have her daughter meet Mr Choate thinking that such an interview or acquaintance might be quite opportune & advantageous to her at this time- [*11450*][*[For enc see 5-13-01]*] the opening of her career. They are unacquainted in London, having been there only since last September. I thought that perhaps if I brought the matter to your attention that you would take pleasure in bringing about a meeting between Mr Choate & Mrs. Schaller & daughter: that you would be able to suggest a way to secure the end in view. My own interest in the matter is that of friendship and the formation & recognition of high ability & art. Yours Very Sincerely, E B Boggess Pastor 1st Congregational Church, Watertown, SD[1901] May 13, 1900 Avon. Ill Mr. Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir: I enclosed I send a piec of linen upon which, I should feel honor to have your Autograph. Yours respectively, Farmie Carr 11451 May 13 - 1901 [*PF*] 1733.R.Street. Dear Theodore- Llyod Grisme has suddenly invited us to go in his private car to the Buffalo exhibition to be there for the opening. Will you be angelic & try to arrange for us to have tickets for the opening & any & everything possible. Will, Helen, Llyod & myself I 11452 of course 6 tickets if 8 are too many, but, I am sure they ought to give them & I hate to trouble you Devotedly [*shorthand*] Bye [*[A R Cowles]*] We will live in our car so I cannot give any address [*shorthand*] or let them be sent here by Saturday as we leave on Saturday I do hope you can get the tickets & irritating as it was because I said I would like to hear you speak & was not expecting to go that Lloyd arranged this, he has done wonderfully well, Cabot says while chargé d'affaires in Constantinople know of yet should think we are just if possible to have tickets for 8- Mr Clement Griscomb Lloyd's father is such a strong republican & he belong with you I hope you can do it, though now I come to think of it this is not necessarily a Republican entertainment let me know when you will be in Buffalo & get the tickets & keep them [*11453*][*shorthand*] Lynchburg, Va., May 13th 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Sir: You are doubtless aware of the fact that on the 12th of June next, in the city of Richmond, Va., a convention will be held for the purpose of changing the present State constitution so as to prohibit the colored citizenship from voting and for the curtailment of the colored public schools. The aim is to first disfranchise the colored voter and next to take the taxes paid by him for the support of his public schools only. At this rate our schools will run about two months in the year. In order to prevent the above there was organized at Charlottesville, Va., an organization to thwart these aims if possible. Believing that the convention would form or prepare a constitution virtually disfranchising us, and knowing our inability to defeat the same when submitted to us under our present election laws, we have decided to take whatever law they may make disfranchising us before the Court of Appeals of this State, and, if necessary, before the Supreme Court of the 11454 2. United States for the purpose of testing its constitutionality. To do so requires considerable means as you well know. We also desire maintaining a lobby at Richmond during the sitting of the convention composed of the best men of our race for the purpose of asking to be fairly delt with. To that end we have been and are now begging the members of our race within the State, and our white friends outside of it to help us. Our aim is to raise about $5000, believing that amount necessary for the two courts and to maintain the lobby. We have succeeded quite poorly up to this time because our people are poor and many of the apparently unable to understand the situation until it is too late. Our action is indorsed by the preachers, lawyers, doctors, businessmen and farmers of the State. I write begging you to help us in the name of God. We believe we can prevent this wrong should we secure the means. I recognize the fact that you are a busy, very busy man, but we believe that if you could spare the time and you think our cause a good one to talk the matter over with a few of your friends you could solicit a goodly sum thereby helping us immensely. May we hope as much? We know you, and we love you. May God bless you and yours. I would be happy to 11455 3 Have a line from you. It is not our purpose to make any publicity of any donation you may make. We will only be glad and pray for your future success. I enclose circular prepared at our Charlottesville meeting and respectfully ask that you read the “Address” on page 6. Please help us if you think our cause worthy. I am very truly and humbly yours Robert Cox Secretary [?].[?].E.A. 906-8th St. Lynchburg, Va. References Mr. W.V. Wilson - Pres. Lynchburg Nat. Bk. Frank P. Christain - Judge Corporation Court Hon. G.W. Smith - Mayor Henry Ford - Judge Mr. W.L. Mooman - Postmaster 11456[For enc see 8-22-00]the good and true soldier asks why I am dropped from the Pension Roll when I was Restored to the Pension Roll I Rseived a kind and welcome letter telling me that they was Happy to know that I was a good and true soldier that my Dissability was on the Doctors Reported It I have been abused I wish for some friend to help me for I am In need of better treatment than I have Received In this state of Connecticut can you tell me why the Honorable Henry Clay Evans has so large a Pension Roll and I am not a Pensioner may God Give me Grace and health and Faith In Good works I was one of four Brothers that left our Dear home In the Dark days of 1861 to hope for four years and six months and then It was Peace but whose is the Union to day why am I not a Pensioner why am I wronged I have allways voted for those that loved the Union - Berlin Connecticut May 13th 1901 Mr Theodore Roosevlt Sir I wishe to ask your council In Regard to my Pension I was Pensioner for three years at the rate of six dollars a month seventy two dollars a year a small Pension for my Dissability I was dropped from the Pension Roll of the United states Government they asking me If I though I had a Right to Remain on the Pension Roll to show Evidence Inside of sixty Days I called to the Examining Doctors at New Haven CT the same Doctor I was examined for my Pension Doctor Jewett of #215 Crown St was the Secretary I was Restored to the Pension Roll I was Paid one Payment of three months eighteen dollars and at the next Payment I was dropped again It was In 1893 the last Payment I 11457Received I have been ordered before the examing Doctors a number of times at Hartford and Waterbury Ct why am I dropped from the Pension Roll with the dissability I have I was Injured while on duty as and orderly for Major General Grover In Savannah Georga In 1865 my horse kicked me when I was leadening him from the Blacksmith shop that was the first Injury the next Injury was the horse reared and fell over Backwards and the horse In getting off the ground Rolled on me and Ruptured me I was four years and six months In the thirteenth Connecticut Infantry Company G and was on detach duty when Injured I was a fireman In the Hartford fire department four years and six months since leaving the service and while on duty I had my left hand frozen and Broken I have been a faithfull servant through the civil war and since I have a number of Refrance from Persons I have been Employed I have Rescued a numbr of lifes through the war and since leaveing the service I Enlisted the 22nd day of December 1861 and was Honorable Discharged the twenty fifth day of April 1866 at fort Pulaski Georga I write to ask you why am I abused I have been struck and knocked down by a mad ward Marster In the the Hartford Hospital and I have been abused since leaving the Harford Hospital I wish to have some friend that loves [*11458*]- I wish I could talk with the Pension Commissioners some soldiers have a Pension by asking for it It has been twenty four years since I first asked the Government for a Pension and I have been wronged In all those twenty four years I have not had honest Employment I have had my wadges taken from me also my Family I have had a Person take a Revolver In his hand and tell me he would kill me and I have had a man take a gun and say he would kill me If I did not keep off from his ground I have been frighten a great many times since 1878 I have been so Good I did not know what to make of sutch people I have been so far away from the law that I could not do anything only to take the Risks and then again when I was near the law I could [* [5-13-01]*] not find and officer and It has been very trying to me to have some person take my Pension also my wadges and then to abuse me when I was sick In the Hartford Hospital I wish you could ask someone that has power to know why I am dropped from the Pension Roll when the examing Doctors appointed by the Government Rate me as a Pensioner why am I not a Disabled Pensioner to day as well as In 1890 I have never had Good health since I was Injured by my horse rearing and falling on me will you Please write me your council as to the Pension Commissioners I think It a great wrong to take my Pension from me for I was a faithful soldier Mr Charles Culver [*11459*]2 to have mailed you the oration before but I realized that at that time -- June 7 -'00' you possibly would not have time to read it -- because of the Convention - Campaign and Congress and so I chose this as the suitable time. The oration was prepared in rather short time,-- & as the studies etc were prepared along with it, Sincerely Yours, Geo. W. Edgington Jr.-- [*11462*] Coalville Ut--May 13 -'01 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, DC. Dear Sir:-- I mail you to-day under separate cover a copy of an oration delivered by myself -- subject "Theodore Roosevelt." The choice of subject was optimal and I choose with pleasure the foregoing. It was my intention [*11461*] [for enc see 5-13-01][*"Theodore Roosevelt" Geo W. Edgington May 13 - '01 Salt Lake Collegiate Institute*] A true Republic is the cradle of youthful patriotism; the shade and home of men who starting point in life was a little log cabin in the backwoods; whose inspiration for future success was given them by a mother's taching; whose ambition was to enjoy personal independence and liberty---among such Abraham Lincoln and Daniel Webster stand, one the emancipator of a race, the other a statesman whose thoughts have taken a deep root in the formation of our National Government; whose oratory stands unparalleled. There is, however, another glass among our Nation's strong men, those of wealth and influence, men whose ancestors sat upon thrones even before the reformation of Martin Luther, men whose ambitions have been tempered in the forge of public service and duty, one of the formest our fellow citizen and patriot, Theodore Roosevelt. He comes from good Dutch blood intermingled with S[t]cotch and Irish, all of which tended to [amke] make him rugged, full of energy and force of will. Upon entering manhood he became interested in politics in early life he served with honor the people who elected him to the Mayor's chair and also to the Legislature. While New York was teaming with wickedness and vice, held under by political rings, and controlled by money exchangers, he distinguished himself by fighting the immoral politics which in time bears fruit in the corruption of a race and the final overthrow of a nation. While engaged in such works of public reform he was indifferent to the accusations hurled at him by political leaders. When he had once decided upon a thing he never deviated, [thiugh] though he stood as a light house solitary and alone upon the ble[e]ak coast amidst the sterns of political waves, he gave the warning to the ship of state as to where the recks of destruction lay. Oftimes when in need of recreation he would goin to his ranch in the Dakotas and ride and shoot, drinking in the pure air of heaven and evening nature as the handiwork of God. Listening to the rivelets as they made their way ever barren fields and hilly clifts. After a brief sojourn here he would return to public life and his work. At the beginning of our present administration, Mr. Roosevelt Was asked to take the position of Assistant Secretary of the Navy. [*11463*]2 He [worked hard] accepted and worked hardto build up our present formidable White Squadron, until the "Maine" went down in Cuban waters and scores of souls went up to their maker. Upon hearing of the news he resigned. His loyalty to his country was marvelous. When war was declared he sided in organizing the famous "Rough Riders." Ere long he was ordered to the front, and from the time Caprin's battery gave forth its first volley of grape and canister until the capitulation of Santiago he shoved his respect for the flag by his inspiring spirit and heroic enthusiasm. At the battle of San Juan he climbed the hill while cannon came booming from El Caney across the jungle of palms; with sword in hand he was among the foremost. Spain's rule had closed forever upon the hemisphere where the stars and stripes wave in the awakening of the morning. Roosevelt's exploits on San Juan [hill] are the symbol of his walk through life---firm, string and fearless. So he left Cuba with heavy cares in his breast while "Old Glory" guarded the [brona?] of the dead. Theodore Roosevelt is an ideal of a modern statesman, his aims being toward the reformation of the world in general and toward cleansing our American politics of the elements of corruption. His sole aim seems to be in winning freedom for mankind. In his thoughts his code of honor is simple, "Honor is every hand that is raised in holy fight; honor to the pen that sketched the Declaration of Independence, the giver of our freedom; honor to the lips afire with freedom that seconded and made firm its adoption." He is a firm believer in the principle that justice to mankind is the essence which cools down rebellious [seals]souls ---this he makes the philosophy of his life. As a Federalist he is sagacious and believes strongly in the enforcing of laws, though granting to every man his individual rights, and not by baynot and sword. May the principles he has so nobly advanced not die withhim, but may they live and gain strength while Liberty stands as a anonym of a Republic. [*[Geo. W. Edgington, Jr]*] [*11464*][*[Enc in Edgington 5-13-01]*]1420 Pierce Place, Washington, D.C. 5-13-1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Oster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir and Friend: Enclosed you will find recommendations of Dr. Charles I West by Drs. Lamb and Balloch. both of whom are in the front rank of their profession. I also send you by the mail a paper which will speak of them better than I can. If their testimony is sufficient to induce you to lend your aid, I am sure that your name will have great weight when the selection of Surgeon in Charge is made. With best wishes, I am your humble servant, Wm T. Ferguson [*11465*][shorthand notation]THE NEW YORK AGE, NO. 4 CEDAR ST., BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN. FORTUNE & PETERSON, PUBLISHERS. AFRO-AMERICAN JOURNAL OF NEWS AND OPINION. SUBSCRIPTION $1.50 PER YEAR. PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY. NEW YORK, May 13, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My Dear Sir: I write to ask if you could consistently use your influence to place Mrs. Victoria E. Mathews in the Congressional Library. I think you met her when you were Governor when she saw you in the interest of her White Rose Mission work, in New York. She has had many reverses of late and is now at Jacksonville, Fla, where she had to go early in the Winter for her health. She is a very capable woman and has written some fair short stories. It would be a great personal favor to me if you could place her in the Congressional Library. I have sought no other influence than yours in this matter. I had a long talk with Mr. Washington sometime ago and have desired ever since to see you, but am suffering severely with my eyes and could not seek an interview. I thought it too early to begin to boom matters and think so still, and therefore regretted to see the Washington Colored American (two weeks ago) thunder away. The matter should be kept out of our papers for the present and quiet work should be prosecuted with strong friends in the south in a personal way until the ground is cleared. I think you have a winning chance. Yours very sincerely, Thomas Fortune [*11466*][shorthand] Republican Executive Committee. W. T. Moore, Celina, Tenn. A. N. De Rossett, Crossville, Tenn. S. E. Wilson, Gainesboro, Tenn. S. P. Hodge, LaFayette, Tenn. H. R. Vaughn, Livingston, Tenn. W. C. Medlin, Ai. Tenn. J. B. Huddleston, Byrdstown, Tenn. I. D. McDonald, Pleasant Shade, Tenn. F. F. Pierce Gallatin Tenn. C. V. Gwinn, Hartsville, Renn. J. F. Tonamacker, Watertown, Tenn. J. W. Evans, Jamestown, Tenn. J. D. Morgan, Dayton, Tenn. John J. Gore, Candidate for Congress. Committee at Large. B. W. Burford, Lebanon, Tenn. W. B. Pickering, Carthage, Tenn. J. W. Brown, LaFayette, Tenn. J. J. Gore, Gainesboro, Tenn. W. C. Poteet, Poteet, Tenn. OFFICE OF Republican Congressional Ex. Committee. Fourth District of Tennessee. John E. Oliver, Chairman. L. J. Garner, Secretary. Gainesboro, Tenn.,.....5/13......1901. Hon. Theodore. Roosevelt. vice Pres. Washington. D. C. Dear Sir. I am an applicant for the Position at Watchman or Laborer. in the New Bureau of Standards, soon to be established in the City. And I have sent my application letter. with 4 strong letters of recommendation. to the Hon. Lyman. J. Gage. as he was authorized to make the appointments. Now if you. have any sympathy for a colored man. in the South, one. that has been faithful and patriotic for the Republican Party, all of his life. -- I most sincerely ask you to inter-view. the Hon. Lyman. J. Gage. and urge him to appoint me. to the humble Position as Watchman or Laborer, in the New Bureau. of Standards. if possible [*11467*] Republican Executive Committee. W. T. Moore, Celina, Tenn. A. N. De Rossett, Crossville, Tenn. S. E. Wilson, Gainesboro, Tenn. S. P. Hodge, LaFayette, Tenn. H. R. Vaughn, Livingston, Tenn. W. C. Medlin, Ai. Tenn. J. B. Huddleston, Byrdstown, Tenn. I. D. McDonald, Pleasant Shade, Tenn. F. F. Pierce Gallatin Tenn. C. V. Gwinn, Hartsville, Renn. J. F. Tonamacker, Watertown, Tenn. J. W. Evans, Jamestown, Tenn. J. D. Morgan, Dayton, Tenn. John J. Gore, Candidate for Congress. Committee at Large. B. W. Burford, Lebanon, Tenn. W. B. Pickering, Carthage, Tenn. J. W. Brown, LaFayette, Tenn. J. J. Gore, Gainesboro, Tenn. W. C. Poteet, Poteet, Tenn. OFFICE OF Republican Congressional Ex. Committee. Fourth District of Tennessee. John E. Oliver, Chairman. L. J. Garner, Secretary. Gainesboro, Tenn.,..........................1901. 1.st. for the mutual benefit of our Party, in Tenn. -- 2.d. it is a fore-gone conclusion. that Tenn. would be Republican State, if we could keep the colored men. in our Party. 3d there has been two Democrat colored men. appointed by the Democrat Party to places of honor. in this Congressional District. -- and it has been said here a great many times. that the Democratics. had done more, for the colored man. than the Republicans. But in face of all this, I have been faithful and true. to the Republican Party. and the most prominent Republicans. of this vicinity say. that I ought to be appointed as Watchman or Laborer, in the new Bureau of Standards. for my hard work. for our Party. [*11468*]Republican Executive Committee. W. T. Moore, Celina, Tenn. A. N. De Rossett, Crossville, Tenn. S. E. Wilson, Gainesboro, Tenn. S. P. Hodge, LaFayette, Tenn. H. R. Vaughn, Livingston, Tenn. W. C. Medlin, Ai. Tenn. J. B. Huddleston, Byrdstown, Tenn. I. D. McDonald, Pleasant Shade, Tenn. F. F. Pierce Gallatin Tenn. C. V. Gwinn, Hartsville, Renn. J. F. Tonamacker, Watertown, Tenn. J. W. Evans, Jamestown, Tenn. J. D. Morgan, Dayton, Tenn. John J. Gore, Candidate for Congress. Committee at Large. B. W. Burford, Lebanon, Tenn. W. B. Pickering, Carthage, Tenn. J. W. Brown, LaFayette, Tenn. J. J. Gore, Gainesboro, Tenn. W. C. Poteet, Poteet, Tenn. OFFICE OF Republican Congressional Ex. Committee. Fourth District of Tennessee. John E. Oliver, Chairman. L. J. Garner, Secretary. Gainesboro, Tenn.,......................1901. I am a self made man. that is I paid for my own education. I entered the common school. at the age of 21. and from that to the Central Tenn. College. and the Fisk-University. a few terms. and I have been a teacher in the public schools. of Tenn. for more then 10 years. and I am a member of the Church and Temperance Society. and I have robust health. and if I should be appointed. I shall endeavor to perform every duty of the position. Socially and politely. for the mutual benefit of our party. and credit to the Nation. -- Please do all you can for me. -- Very respectfully yours. Frank. M. Gregory. Gainesboro. Tenn. [*11469*]Beaver Dam, Wis., May 13, 1901. Mr. Theo. Roosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Sir; As students of Wayland Academy, we have become very much interested in the question of "an optional referendum which might be invoked by but 2% of the voters of a state, and which exempts only laws pertaining to public health and peace from popular control." Do you think such a law, if adopted by the State of New York, would be a cure for the political corruption there? [*11470*]we feel that we are asking a great favor of you, and shall be very grateful for your opinion. Please find enclosed stamp for reply. Bery truly yours H. W. Harriman. [*11471*]FRANK JONES. PRES., of Portsmouth,N.H. [?] [?] ARMSTRONG, VICE PRESIDENT of Boston, Mass. H. T. GOULD, TREAS. of Boston, Mass. W. M. LAWRENCE, GEN. MANAGER, of Syracuse, N.Y. FRENCHMAN'S BAY AND MT. DESERT LAND AND WATER CO. SORRENTO, ME., May 13th 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice President. Oyster Bay, N.Y. My Dear Mr. Roosevelt. Your letter dated April 13th at hand. I thank you very kindly for the same, also the Photograph you sent me, Mrs. Havey and myself prize the same very highly, as we are poor people, we are very glad to know that you were pleased with the young namesake, the little boy is very bright, and seems to be very healthy. Mrs Havey is vey much pleased with your Photo and letter, and keeps them in her possession, once again thanking you for your kindness, I remain, Yours very truly, L.T.Havey Town Clerk. 11472Real Estate and Loans, Mines, Timber and Mineral Lands, Fruit Farmer Geo. H.Helberg, Broker 134 Monroe Street, Room 405 Chicago May 13th, 1901 Hon.Theodore Roosevelt Vice President United States Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- I have a little business matter under negotiation, regards placing a $300,000 bond issue, with Col. Fitzhugh Dibbell of Providence R.I., and I understand that you are personally aquatinted with that Gentleman. As a matter of business and to satisfy certain parties, I make this inquiry, as to his ability, connections in financial circle and general standing. Any information you can give me regards Col. Dibbell, will be treated in strict confidence , and with much appreciations. Thanking you very kindly in advance, I remain Very Truly yours, Geo H. Helberg [Shorthand] 11473 JOHN H. JOHNSTON. ALBERT EDW. JOHNSTON. J. H. JOHNSTON & SON, DIAMOND MERCHANTS AND JEWELERS, 18 JOHN STREET. TELEPHONE, 3805 CORTLANDT. ESTABLISHED 1844. All communications should be addressed to the firm. New York, May 13 1901 My dear Mr. Roosevelt: I need not tell you how glad I should be to have you for my guest at the Whitman Birthday dinner. Very sincerely yours J. H. Johnston [*11474*][For enc see 5-31-01]now on file with my application in the Division of Appointments where you can examine same I apply for this appointment because I feel fully competent to discharge the duties. of which I am familiar to a certain extent. This is my first application for a government position and I will appreciate what you do for me. Hon. S. W. T. Lanham, Representative from this District, has written to the Secretary, asking him to make the appointment. Respectfully Henry W. Locke [*11476*] Ft. Worth. Tx. May 13-01 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Sir: As you have always shown a willingness to be of whatever assistance you could to the soldiers of the Spanish-American war, I come to ask a favor, which, if you will grant, will be sincerely appreciated. I have filed an application with the Secretary of the Treasury for an appointment as operative in the Secret Service. My endorsements are as good as this state can afford. My army record and endorsements are [*11475*] St. James Rectory 25 Oliver St. New York, N.Y. May 13, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice-President United States. Dear Vice-President: A week ago last Friday a letter reached me from the Navy Department telling me I had been selected for appointment as chaplain in the Navy and authorizing me to report today (May 13) for a physical examination at the New York Navy Yard. I did so but my eye-sight without glasses was found too far below the requirements. Otherwise I was found physically [*11477*]perfect. I knew from the start about my poor sight but as I see perfectly well with glasses Dr. Chidwick assured me that my defect would be overruled. I had supposed the examining doctors could do this but instead they have rejected me. They said the Surgeon General at Washington, asked by the right person, can do this. I have written to Dr. Conaty who has already materially aided and he will arrange matters with Secretary Long, I expect. Your influence now will be of paramount importance. You know that a man can do good service with glasses. Your record in Cuba is evidence.As chaplain I have work that can be efficiently done with glasses. If you kindly write a letter to Surgeon-General W. H. Van Reyhen Bureau of Medicine & Surgery - Navy Dept. Washington - asking him to waive the defect of my sight he can do it and my appointment will be assured. The sooner your letter reaches Washington, the better. Relying upon the goodwill manifested in your letters, I remain, Most Sincerely Yours Joseph F. MacGrail [[shorthand]] 11478Franklin B. Noyes, Washington Evening Star, President. Clark Howell, Atlanta Constitution, First Vice President. Thomas M. Patterson, Denver News, Second Vice President. Melville E. Stone, General Manager. Valentine P. Synder, Treasurer. Directors, Stephen O. Meara, Boston Journal. Whitelaw Reid, New York Tribune. Don C. Leitz, New York World. W. L. McLean, Philadelphia Bulletin. Albert J. Barr, Pittsburgh Post. George Thompson, St. Paul Dispatch. Victor F. Lawson, Chicago Record, Chicago Daily News. Charles W. Knapp, St. Loyis Republic Charles P. Taft, Cincinati Times Star. Harvey W. Scott, Portland Oregonian Portland Telegram. Frank B. Noyes, Washington Evening Star. Thomas G. Rapier, New Orleans Picayune. Herman Ridder, New York Staatz-Zeitung. M.H. de Young, San Francisco Chronicle. Charles H. Grasty, Baltimore Evening News. The Associated Press. Eastern Division, Frank W. Mack, Superintendent. NEW YORK, May 13, 1901 Mr. William Loeb, jr., Secretary to Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Mr. Loeb: I acknolwedge the receipt of Mr. Roosevelt's speech at Buffalo, May 20 and thank you for the same. The Buffalo TIMES is an Associated Press paper and it will be served with a copy of the speech as will every other paper taking the service of this association throughout the country. Very truly yours, Stuart N. Mack Superintendent Eastern Division.Compliments of ROBERT L. RODGERS, ATTORNEY AT LAW, 419 Kiser Building, ATLANTA, - GEORGIA. 419 KISER BUILDING, ATLANTA, GEORGIA. May 13th - 1901 Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My Dear Sir, I have your letters of May 6th and 9th. I am glad to learn that you have been interested in the reading of the articles of rent to you. I shall be pleased, if they may be of any service to you, in any way, for future reference. Our people here have been glad to learn of your intention to visit this State, and Roswell. I am sorry, indeed, if I have been considered as indiscreet in permitting announcement to be made of it through the morning paper, Constitution, 11480Compliments of ROBERT L. RODGERS, ATTORNEY AT LAW, 419 Kiser Building, ATLANTA, - GEORGIA 419 KISER BUILDING ATLANTA, GEORGIA copy of which I sent to you. Of course I will observe your request as to this last letter. We will await and expect your coming at such time as you may choose for your own convenience. I suppose you would really be delighted, if you could see this sincere pleasure that has been expressed and shown here by a great many persons, at the announcement of your coming. I have no doubt that you will be met here with a most cordial greeting and welcome. With sincere regard and good wishes I am Very Cordially Yours, Robert L. Rodgers. 11481P.O. BOX 1222. CABLE ADDRESS, ROOSEVELT. Roosevelt & Son, [*PF*] 33 Wall Street, New York, May 13th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, N. Y. Dear Theodore:-- I dine last night with John Roosevelt, and spoke to him about your desire to become a member of the bar, he informed me that he had filed the certificate that you were studying in his office years ago, and would of course do anything he could. If you - desired, he would hunt up the matter and see, if possible, how long you worked in the office. It seems to me this might be well worth while. I enclose you a letter from Edward C. Knight, 14 Thayer Hall Cambridge. Do you remember him? He tutored James and Elfreda and my children at Oyster Bay a couple of years ago. I fear you were rather busy at that time. He seems a nice young fellow, and has had hard work fighting for an education, and I think his idea of the Philippines is good, but you must not feel under any obligation to give him the letter unless you feel like it. I will be glad to have his letter back that I may write him an answer. Yours truly, [*W. Emlen Roosevelt*] [*By the way a man in Boston wishes to sell me*] [*a letter dated Oct 27- 1742 written in Dutch by*] Jacobus Roosevelt to a Mr [?] Willtse [?] about some real estate*] [*in New Jersey. Do such things interest you.*] [*I think he asks too much $25+*] [*W. Emlen Roosevelt*] Enc. [*11482*][shorthand notation]WAR DEPARTMENT WASHINGTON, May 13, 1901. Sir: I beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter of April 24th referring to your discharge from the position of master of the U.S. Transport "Grant" and requesting that you be given an opportunity to make defense of the charges preferred against you. I reply I beg to advise you that records of the investigation of your case, conducted by Lieut. Col. H .P. Maus, under the direction of Major General William R. Shafter, Commanding Department of California, show that you were given opportunity to present testimony and were also permitted to be present at the investigation, hear the evidence, and cross-examine witnesses. In view of the fact thus set forth, that you had full opportunity, when the investigation was made by the inspecting officer, to answer all charges preferred against you, there is no further action which the Department should take in the matter, and your case is therefore considered closed. Very respectfully, Wm Cary Sanger, Assistant Secretary of War. Mr. John F. Scheller 115 Crooker Building San Francisco, Calif. [*11483*][Enc in Shellen 8-28-01]SIXTY-FIRST ANNUAL. The New York State Fair SYRACUSE, SEPTEMBER 9TH - 14TH 1901 COMMISSION HON. TIMOTHY L. WOODRUFF, BROOKLYN. HON. CHARLES A. WIETING, COBLESKILL. ELLIOT B. NORRIS, SODUS. GEORGE I. WILBER, ONEONTA. SAMUEL D. WILLARD, GENEVA. FREDERICK C. STEVENS, ATTICA. HON. A. DENNISTON, WASHINGTONVILLE. C. H. HALCOMB, SYRACUSE. GEORGE A. SMITH, FRANKFORT. MILO H. OLIN, PERRY. JAMES H. DURKEE, SANDY HILL. OFFICERS PRESIDENT, TIMOTHY L. WOODRUFF, BROOKLYN. VICE PRESIDENT, CHAS A. WIETING, COBLESKILL. SECRETARY, STANTON C. SHAVER, ALBANY. TREASURER, ALBERT E. BROWN, BATAVIA. SUPERINTENDENT, HARVEY A. MOYER, SYRACUSE. Albany, May 13, 1901. Mr. Wm. Loeb, Jr, Sec'y to the Vice-President, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir:- I enclose a list of the life members of the New York State Agricultural Society, from which you can select one-thousand names. In order that these books may reach those most likely to appreciate them I would suggest that you can select the names of those living outside of the cities. Very truly yours, S C Shaver Sec'y. 11484STATE OF NEW YORK. Senate Chamber, SAMUEL SCOTT SLATER. NINETEENTH DISTRICT. Albany, May 13 1901 Hon. T. Roosevelt My dear Mr President The bearer Mr Fred. B Hyde has been known socially to me for years. He is one of the friends of my younger days. He lives in N. Y. City; is highly connected, is a man of ability and of character and in my judgment is thoroughly honest. He is desirious of association with the consular service and believes that you can help him I hope that you may be able to give him a few minutes time and the help possible to render him. Cordially Yours, Samuel S Slater [*11485*][*PF*] HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, WASHINGTON. Pontiac, Mich. May 13, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D.C. My Dear Sir:- The State Fair will be held in this City this year beginning the week of September 23d. It is the first time that the State Fair was ever held here. The citizens, not only of Pontiac but of Detroit; which is only twenty five miles away, are very anxious to aid the Officers in making the Fair a success. I have been requested alike by the Officers of the Association and the citizens of Pontiac and Detroit to invite you to come here and speak, either on Tuesday or Friday of that week, and I earnestly hope that you may see your way clear to accept this invitation. You have many warm and admiring friends in Michigan, and many who would like to see you a candidate for President in 1904. It has occurred to me that this might be a good time for you to sow a little good seed in advance. I assure you we will give you a heart welcome and make your visit a pleasant one. Sincerely yours, S. W. Smith. [*11486*]G.A.W. Wingate & Cullen, Attorneys and Counsellors, NO. 20 NASSAU STREET, BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN. GEORGE W. WINGATE. T. ELLETT HODGSKIN. GEORGE ALBERT WINGATE. _______ CABLE ADDRESS "ETAGNIW". TELEPHONE 2370 JOHN. NEW YORK, May 13/1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay. N. J. My dear Colonel:- Thank you very much for your letter of May 7th. I shall be delighted to go out to see you some day at your convenience and thank you very much for kindly interest in our regiment which will always have a very warm affection for the only real military Commander-in-chief it ever knew. With best regards. To Mrs. Roosevelt, believe me, Sincerely yours. [*George Allen T Wingate*] 11487THE NATIONAL ENCYCLOPEDIA COMPANY. 960-962-964 ROSE BUILDING. CLEVELAND, O. May 13, 1901. [*Confidential.*] Hon. Theodore Rooseveldt, Vice President U.S., Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- We are publishing now an encyclopedia of American Judaism, containing histories of prominent Hebrews, their Christian friends, etc. Your relations with the Hebrews in the last campaign have established you permanently, it seems, [with] in the affection of the Jewish citizens, and we wish to devote a chapter to the subject. Would you be kind enough to give us, either the various facts, or have such a chapter written for us, precisely as you would like to have it published, confidentially, of course, unless you wish to be named as the contributor on that subject. We will thank you also for a good photograph in a rough rider uniform, if possible, as the various pictures floating about you, are not just what we would like to have. If you could favor us with an original sitting for this book, we would more than appreciate it. Very respectfully yours, The Editor-in-chief [*[????]*] [*[?]*] 11488[shorthand notation][*11490*] Miss Josie Schaller Violinist MRS. RUSSELL R. DORR, Manager, St. Paul, Minn. [*11489*]Among the pupils of Mr. Bendix is MISS JOSIE SCHALLER, a girl of thirteen, who is astonished, by her proficiency, those who have heard her. Mr. Bendix is predicting that she will become one of the greatest lady violinists we have ever had in this country - an artist in the truest sense. - Chicago Times-Herald 1896. On Monday I was present where a young violinst, JOSIE SCHALLER, a pupil of Max Bendix, played. She is absolutely the most gifted child I ever heard. Although only fourteen years of age, she interpreted Vieuxtemp's fantasie in a truly marvelous manner. Her tone color is really grand, and her bowing and double stopping masterly. Her style of playing certainly shows that Max Bendix is a great teacher and one who is exceedingly thorough. - New York Musical Courier. Mr. Bendix' most talented pupil, he says, is a little girl, MISS JOSIE SCHALLER, only thirteen years old and marvelously gifted. - Chicago Inter Ocean 1896. One expects something of mechanical skill in an amateur whom a concertmeister considers worthy of a place on a public program. A young player is supposed to know how to handle her bow and finger the strings; but when to this is added the interpretation, the feeling and expression, which many grown up virtuosos lack, there is the stuff that geniuses are made of. . . . . She has great delicacy, a certain daintiness in bowing which is surprising, and a warmth of color other little artists seldom exhibit. - St. Paul Globe 1893. The violin solo by MISS JOSIE SCHALLER produced an ovation for that young Miss. It was artistically handled and the gratified winks and significant nods, which the musicians indulged in, was indicative of the esteem in which the young artist is held. - Minneapolis Tribune 1893. The youthful virtuoso displayed remarkable power and facility in interpreting difficult passages, and her entire performance with the violin gave promise of a brilliant career. - St. Paul Pioneer Press 1893. JOSIE SCHALLER, a little Chicago girl, has study the violin for a number of years under the guidance of Mr. Max Bendix. During the season of '93 she appeared in a number of cities in the Northwest, where she met with the most flattering success. Although only fourteen years of age her tone and interpretation are those of amateur artist. Mr. Anton Seidel, before whom she has played, predicts for this gifted child a brilliant future.Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. -INCORPORATED- 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. 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Being capable of fluently speaking a number of foreign languages and desirous of obtaining a position as Interpreter in the Barge Office, in this city, would request your Excellency, to kindly let your Secretary inform me, when and where the next examination will be holden and where I have to send to, to get Application blanks for National Civil Service Examination. Thanking you very much in advance and, asking you, to kindly pardon my intruding, believe me always to be Your most obedient servant Max Boas. 68 East 114 St. [*11492*][*[May 14 1901]*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. -INCORPORATED- 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for Transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER 6 SENT BY Oy REC’D BY B CHECK 32 paid RECEIVED at _14_ 1901 Dated Washington DC To Theo Roosevelt Have been suddenly invited to go on Mr Griscom's private car for buffalo opening if possible get us tickets for whatever is to be done party of six or eight have written, Anna Cowles [*11494*] Baltimore May 14 1901 Mr Theodore Roosevelt Kind Sir can you give me the address of Mrs C. Dunwoody-Smith the Lady is a book Agent Mrs Rachel E. Bokman 939 Hollins St. Baltimore Md. [*11493*]Baltimore May 14 1901 Mr Theodore Roosevelt Kind Sir can you give me the address of Mrs C. Dunwoody-Smith the Lady is a book Agent Mrs Rachel E. Bokman 939 Hollins St. Baltimore Md. [*11493*] [*[May 14 1901]*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. -INCORPORATED- 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for Transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER 6 SENT BY Oy REC’D BY B CHECK 32 paid RECEIVED at _14_ 1901 Dated Washington DC To Theo Roosevelt Have been suddenly invited to go on Mr Griscom's private car for buffalo opening if possible get us tickets for whatever is to be done party of six or eight have written, Anna Cowles [*11494*]LAW OFFICE HORACE E. DEMING, CORN EXCHANGE BANK BUILDING, 11 & 13 WILLIAM STREET. NEW YORK. May 14, 1901. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- Absence from the City since the 7th instant has prevented the receipt and acknowledgement of your letter of that date. I think you misunderstand, I do not wish any letter or request from you to the Governor. I do desire the authentication of your signature to the statement of the facts contained in my letter of the 6th instant. If you will re-look at that statement you will observe that it is a brief historical statement of facts and nothing more; it is addressed to nobody; it requests nothing; its date is immaterial, provided only that it is subsequent to December 31st 1900. Such a statement should be made now while the facts are fresh. I shall be sorry indeed if you feel that I am not entitled to it. I regret that I was not in the City last Saturday when I might have seen you personally. Sincerely yours, Horace E. Deming Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York. Enclosed is a duplicate of the statement contained in my letter of the 6th instant. 11495For enc see 5-14-01[ca 5-14-01] In the late Autumn of 1899 charges were preferred against Asa Bird Gardiner, District Attorney of New York County. The Attorney General, Hon. John C. Davies, advised me that an investigation of these charges was necessary in the public interest. This concurred with my own opinion and I signed to him the duty of considering such investigation, and appointed Ansley Wilcox, Esq., a commissioner to hear and report the testimony to be taken. The ill health of the respondent delayed the commencement of the hearing until February, 1900. Sometime in that month and after the first hearing the Attorney General's office informed me that it desired to retain Mr. Horace E. Deming of New York City as special counsel to assist in the conduct of the investigation, and that Mr. Deming's terms for such unemployment were the sum of $5,000 for services not to occupy more than a month's time or its equivalent. Neither the Attorney General nor myself nor Mr. Deming supposed that more than this amount of services would be required. I assented to the employment, promising to do all in my power to see that mr. Deming should be paid in accordance with the terms stated . Mr Deming understood that action by the legislature as the appropriating body will be necessary to secure his compensation. Without fault upon Mr. Deming's part, as I was advised by the Attorney General, the investigation occupied a very much longer time than was anticipated; among other causes for delay was the death during the progress of the investigation of Mr. John H. Coyne, the Chief- Deputy of the Attorney General's office, to whom with Mr. Deming had been entrusted the brunt of the work. It was July, 1900, before the investigation closed. The services required of Mr. Deming had very greatly exceeded what he had agreed to render. The Attorney General expressed entire satisfaction with Mr. Deming's work and commended most highly his great professional skill and fidelity. In conference with me both the Attorney General and myself decided that while the sum of $10,000 would not be adequate remuneration for his services to the State, this is the least amount that should be offered or paid him by the State. Dated, 1901. 11496 [Deming] [Enc in Deming 5-14-01]The Merchants Bank, G. W. DUNN, RECEIVER, Binghamton, N. Y. May 14th 1901 [189] Hon Theodore Rossvelt My Dear Governor On my return home yesterday I find your favor 8th inst & beg to say I am working day & night to catch up with my business that accumulated during the Session of the Legislature it will take me a couple of weeks more then I shall come to N.Y. & will not leave until you & I have a good old fashioned visit Ever yours Geo W. Dunn 11497FORM NO. 603 - DN - M - 3-20-01 SIMMONS KEEN KUTTER SIMMONS HARDWARE COMPANY. INCORPORATED. DIRECTORS, W.D.SIMMONS, President. S. NORVELL, 3rd V.Prest. F.N.JOHNSON, Traffic Mgr. J.E. PILCHER, 1st VPrest. A.E. DANN, Treasurer. A.W.DOUGLAS, Secretary. J.E. SMITH, 2nd V. Prest. GEO.R.BARCLAY, Asst.Treas. E.H. SIMMONS. Asst.Secy. NINTH AND SPRUCE STREETS CABLE ADDRESS: "SIMMONS ST. LOUIS." ADVISORY BOARD E.C. SIMMONS. I.W.MORTON ST.LOUIS. May 14/01. Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Colonel:-- Please accept my thanks for your prompt response to my letter regarding the Post-Office system. This was not a request, in the form of something that we would like to have done. It is a suggestion for a means of greatly improving the service which large houses get from the Post Office Department, and I think, undoubtedly, some time it will go through, even if I have to get to be Post Master General myself, in order to push it. I am much obliged for your suggestion, and will take it up, when the time seems auspicious, with a local Congressman. Of course, if he believes it is a good thing, he will be very glad to do what he can to get a law passed which shall bear his name, and result in an advantage to a lot of his constituents. I have no constituents, and, consequently, care nothing about that part of it. Anybody can father it who wants to. Buffalo Bill is here and I think I recognized some of the boys in the parade. I am going out Friday night to see if any of them are with him. With best wishes, believe me, Faithfully yours, E.E. Garrison 11498Colgate Hoyt & Co. 36 WALL STREET, NEW YORK. COLGATE HOYT. [*shorthand*] WT.C CARPENTER. May 14th, 1901. The Honorable Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island. My Dear Mr. Vice-President:- My Brother, the Rev. Wayland Hoyt of Philadelphia, is very much interested in the work of the Evangelical Alliance of the State of Pennsylvania. They are arranging for an Anniversary Meeting in the City of Philadelphia in November next and are exceedingly anxious to secure you as the speaker. I have just received a note from my Brother urging me to give the Rev. Dr. W. C. Webb a note of introduction to you that he may lay this request before you and this is my excuse for troubling you during your vacation season. I understand they will fix the date for any Sunday night in November agreeable to you and if it is possible you might be able to grant their request and if so, I can assure you a most hearty welcome. Hoping to see you often during the Summer and assuring you that I shall not often trouble you during your well earned vacation season with notes of introduction, I am Yours, With respect, [*Colgate Hoyt*] 11499[Enc in Webb 6-29-01]BELL PHONE, 295. HOME PHONE 508. A. N. JOHNSON, UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER. DEALER IN FUNERAL SUPPLIES FINE CARRIAGES FOR ALL OCCASIONS. DAUPHIN AND LAWRENCE STS. Mobile, Ala May 14th 1901. Col. Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay N.Y. Dear Sir; The apology offered for endorsing part of our Contemporary's paper is, your humble servant is only a fair representation of the class of young Men of the Negro Race in America who want to see you the Next Chief Magistrate of our Country, and are enlisting men to our way of thinking. Sincerely Yours A.N. Johnson [* 11500*][*[For enc see 5-11-01]*]St. Louis. Mo. May 14, 1901. Hon. Theodore Rosevelt: Vice, President. U.S. Washington, D.C. Sir! My letter, of two weeks ago to the President; has not been given any consideration whatsoever. During the Spanish-American War I enlisted in A. Co. 1. Regit arm. Inf. on Sept. 16. 1898. while inservice I met with a R.R. accident, lossing largest part of my left foot. wich was not caused trough any of my misconduct; but was the result of a pure accident. My claim for pension was rejected on the basis, of my captains, W.E. Wootten's?statement that said dissability was caused while surreptitiously traveling on the R.R. Freight. Car: this statement is more that erroneus; it has been cuting my heart ever since; The Captain's general conduct, while in the service; I could easily prove; was that not becoming an officer and but very little the men of the Co. thought him e.t.c Being unable to labor, at my former trade in the Wholsale Grocery. Est. on account the condition of my crippled foot. I am not able to earn my living. and my sufferings therefore are the most indescribable; I am a native of Austria; where I also have an aged mother residing there; I have studied my condition most, seriously I very much desire to return to my native country Austria; where I have some relatives and where to depend on the public, will be as wel, as in this country. wich I have been compeled to do already here. I ask if my transportation could be granted there. I hope that this letter will not be [in] torn to pieces and thrown in the vast basket, but I most sincerely hope that it will be given consideration next page [*11501*]Expecting, that my wishes be fulfilled, I write to you, as I know that it is in your power to do this for me. Expecting to hear soon I am your's most respectfully Henry Landau Please address: Henry Landau c/o General Delivery St. Luis. Mo. Notice! Sir! Having [no] no relatives in this country, who would help me, I appeal to you; I do not think that [my] I could get my transportation to that country; trough the Austrian Consul, here, it would be an impossibility — I left that country at 14 years of age, and not! serving my military term over there. I could hardly expect to secure my transportation trough any of the Austrian authorities. I therefore appeal to you, as the Head of this nation, and I most sincerely hope, that I will hear favorable. PF Phoenix, Ariz., May 14, 1901. My Dear Colonel: Am sorry to learn that you are not coming to Colorado Springs-- especially so for the reason that I have received advices that the committee of arrangements is determined to eliminate the usual circus features from the affair. I have heard little from the committee, directly. Its members seem to assume that I must know that the town would do the eminently proper thing without necessity for prior specifications in form. From the papers I glean that $5000 will be collected; that horses will be provided for the visitors, as well as the usual accomodations; there will be a ball; there may be an excursion to the mines of Cripple Creek; there will be no two-sheet posters; if the public at large attends, it will be through no special invitation. All this sounds well. Mrs.McClintock and I expect to get to Colorado Springs about the 21st of June. The main task that I shall put upon myself will be to put off the next reunion for three years, and at least two. I have an idea,too,that it would be better to suspend the rule relative to guasimas Day and permit the next affair to be held in Phoenix,Arizona. This place is a good one--very much more of a city than Oklahoma--and can stand and accomodate almost any sized crowd. But it is hotternll in summer. It is the only town in Arizona that has decent or extensive hotel accomodations. If you have any ideas under the head of "Good of the Order," please let me have the suggestions before the reunion. The President was here on the 7th. I was Marshal of the Day and had many opportunities for being with him. He remembered me very pleasantly and I am sure the encounter did me no harm. The day was hot 11502and the roads were dusty, but the partygot away in good humor. I am of the opinion that this trip of the President's is one of the most politic things that could have been devised--for the Republican party. Here, notably among the Democrats, Major McKinley left an excellent impression Almost in every time town there have been local rows and jealousies over precedence, but in all the President has escaped criticism for a single word or action. The President's especial escort while here was a platoon of men from A, B and C troops of the old Regiment, Alexander commanding. A number had just returned from service with the Thirty-fourth Infantry in the Philippines, including my old sergeant, Campbell, whom I used to call the best soldier in the regiment. We banqueted the returning warriors and got most of them jobs and they've dropped out of the "hero" business already. Concerning the Secretaryship: Akers leaves for the East June 1 to get up a few more endorsements. He must have a ton of them already Governor Murphy tells me that Akers is "not in it." But Murphy is prejudiced, in favor of Stoddard, who is said to have Odell's endorsement. Murphy and I are friends. He would sooner see me--or the devil, for that matter--successful, rather than Akers. I am gathering up a few good letters from southwestern people and will send them in as soon as the President starts homewards. Among good sponsors is Gen.H.G.Otis, editor of The Times, Los Angeles. May peace abide with you. Jas H. McClintock Col.Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. [*11503*] [*PF*] 1168 DELAWARE AVENUE BUFFALO NEW YORK May 14th- 1901. My dear Colonel Roosevelt: We are delighted that you are to arrive Sunday evening. I take it that you will come on the Fast Mail arriving here at seven twenty. If you do you will be in ample time for dinner -- just our family dinner that night -- So do not dine on the train -- I write simply to say that [*11504*]With kindest regards, Ever sincerely yours John G. MilburnSTATE OF NEW YORK EXECUTIVE CHAMBER ALBANY May 14, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir: Under separate cover I forward herewith a duplicate of the commission issued to Mr. Cassidey as a commissioner of deeds for this State with residence in Jacksonville, and which was issued by you of date April 22, 1899. Mr. Cassidey is one of the unfortunates whose possessions were entirely destroyed by fire recently, and is anxious that his credentials be replaced. I know of no other method than by issuing the duplicate commission. If you will very kindly sign the paper and return it to this office, I will see that is is re- executed in the office of the Secretary of State and forwarded to Mr. Cassidey. With renewed assurances of my consideration and regard, please permit me to sign myself, Your friend, F. Newcomb [*11505*]Form No.1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY INCORPORATED 21,000 Offices in America. Cable service to all the world. This Company Transmits and Delivers messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following messages. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or deliver of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty das This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*1 20 P*] NUMBER 9 SENT BY Oy REC'D' BY K CHECK 23 paid RECEUVED at New York May 14, 1901 To Hon Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay, NY Have telegraphed Cabot. Seats engaged please remember to Engage places for Corrine and self at Buffalo for any ceremonies Monday & Tuesday Douglas Robinson [*11506*] OFFICE OF ARDMORE DAILY CITIZEN. PARKER BROTHERS, Publishers. We Cover the Indian Territory, North Texas and Oklahoma. Advertising Rates Reasonable, Furnished on Application SUBSCRIPTION: One Year............$5 00 Six Months.........$3 00 One Month......... 50 JOB PRINTING Of All Kinds Neatly and Promptly Done in The Very Best Style. TRY US Ardmore. I.T., May 14, 1901 Vice-President Roosevelt, Washington, D. C., Dear Sir - Perhaps you will think it presumptious in writing you on this subject and asking for the information, but if you can "give out" anything on the subject, it will be appreciated. Enclosed you will find an article clipped from a weekly paper published in this city. It explains itself. Will you please tell me if there is any truth in the statement as to your endorsement of Talbert for marshal of this district. Any information will be very much appreciated. Very respectfully R.S.W. Parker. [*11507*] Washington D.C. May 14th 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, New York. Dear Sir: I am a voter of N.Y. and being poor and unknown I appeal to you as a most fair minded man to write Captain Beach in my behalf. I am on the payroll of the D.C. as a laborer at $2.00 per day but doing the work of a water inspector. One of the per diem inspectors has been lately promoted to the annual roll which makes one less than the usual number of perdiem men, and I greatly desire the promotion to "per diem water inspector." The work I am doing will soon be completed and I will then be without a position. Kindly examine the inclosed letters and if I am not asking to much of you please write to Captain Beach regarding me. I inclose stamp for return of letters. Hoping the future has in store for you the highest honors. I am Sir, Very respectfully yours, F. B. Shelden 810 2nd St. S.E. Washington D.C. [*11508*]The Atchinson, Topeka, & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. May 14th 1901. [*P.F.*] Las Vegas, N.M. Hon.Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay,L.I.NEW YORK., My Dear Colonel Roosevelt:-- I feel certain that you will pardon the length and substance of this letter, particularly when you know that it is written in behalf of our mutual friend, Governor Otero. He, however, knows nothing of my purpose or the contents. To be as brief as possible, when the President and his official and personal friends passed through New Mexico,he was met at Deming by our governor, his staff and an immense crowd of enthusiastic citizens. The President had stopped over Sunday in El Paso and while there a delegation of so-called representative citizens, entirely unappreciative of the character of the President's journey to the Coast, most indelicately approached him on political matters in New Mexico, and as I am advised,made charges against Governor Otero, the nature of which I do not know. Just what effect any statements emanating from the persons who made them can have upon the President, I can not estimate, inasmuch as everything that was said was necessarily ex parte. Ido know that anything that was said by these individuals derogatory to Governor Otero or to any of his administrative acts is false, was inspired by the basest of political motives and was the act of a low, contemptible coward , who has not the manhood to fight in the open. 11509The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney Las Vegas, N.M., Col.Roosevelt #2. Now ordinarily I would not have the temerity to write to you about such matters. I feel courageous, however, because of the fact that the great majority of our people consider you to be their personal friend. We believe that we have some small privilege in writing to you upon matters of the greatest concern to ourselves, and we shall continue to indulge the hope that you will always champion our cause-the cause of any New Mexican-so long as he is in the right and deserving. Governor Otero and his administration need no commendation from me. I have been a resident of New Mexico for nearly twenty years. I have seen and known most intimately executives under republican and democratic administrations during that period, and without exception Governor Otero has proven the most capable, paintstaking, worthy and dignified executive we have ever had. I n fine, he is governor and in that statement is to be found the motive underlying the acts of those who would make charges against him. He has been governor in every sense of the word and the animus in any attacks upon him officially is apparent to all of us here who have been familiar with conditions political for the past twenty years. I do not believe in making charges against the class of individuals who are opposing Governor Otero. Plenty could be made. 11510The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department Las Vegas, N.M., HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. Col. Roosevelt #3 Calling one pot black don't make another pot white. The friends of Governor Otero are proud of his record. Those friends are found among or best citizens, our largest tax-payers ,men who represent over seventy five per cent of all the capital invested in this Territory, a few of whom are:-- Henry L. Waldo,Solicitor for New Mexico, of the A.T.& S.F. Ry. Company Rufus J.Palen, President 1st National Bank of Santa Fe. Jefferson Raynolds,President 1st National Bank of Las Vegas. Joshua Raynolds,President 1st National Bank of Albuquerque, Frank Springer, Vice President San Miguel National Bank of Las Vegas and President of the Maxwell Land Grant Company. W.S.Strickler,Cashier Bank of Commerce,Albuquerque. Gross,Blackwell, and Co. Las Vegas.Largest Commercial firm in New Mexico. W.A. Hawkins,Gen.Attorney El Paso & Northeastern Ry Co. H.D.Bowman,banker,Las Cruces,New Mexico. I could go on,almost indefinitely,giving you the names of people -- not politicians -- but representative business men, who will be only too willing to back up every statement I have made as to the integrity,business, and social standing and reputation of Governor Otero. In aletter, necessarily,I can not go into the details 11511The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department Las Vegas, N.M., HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. Col. Roosevelt #4. of his official acts during the past four years. Could I see you personally,it wouldn't take long for me to impress you with his entire worthiness as an executive,one of whom we are proud,and one of whom the President ought to be proud. Summing up the situation from a business standpoint, Governor Otero,when President McKinley appointed him,found two thirds of the counties in this Territory in default in the payment of their bonded interest charges. The Territory itself was actually in default, but by a system of bookkeeping and legitimate borrowing of one fund from another, the credit of the Territory had been maintained. In four years,under laws passed by republican legislatures and advocated by Governor Otero in his several messages,every county is now meeting its interest as it falls due,with the exception of Santa Fe county,where there is a difficulty over some railroad aid and funding bonds with which ,of course,Governor Otero never had anything to do. The debt we contracted many years ago and there has been a great deal of trouble,which however,will soon be arranged. Our Territorial bonds are worth from 110 to 120 depending upon the rate of interest in the bond. During th past three years nearly every county has been able to refund its outstanding bonded debt into four and five percent bonds. Our taxes are regularly collected an accounted for , and in every way county,territorial and municipal 11512The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department Las Vegas, N.M., HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. Col. Roosevelt #5 affairs are being well conducted under laws advocated by the present governor. During previous administrations every session, the assembly was confronted with some sort of a deficit. Under the present administration, we actually had a surplus of over $60,000.00 after retiring over $20,000.00 of bonds, when the assembly met last January. It is true that the Territorial tax levy has been increased somewhat. But we have something to show for it. It has not been wasted. The increase is owing largely to the need for funds for the support of our territorial educational institutions, and in their desire to promote the education of our people, our legislatures have provided handsomely. If there is any cause for complaint on the score of increased taxation, it certainly is not regretted by the heavy tax payers; for instance the railway companies and banks, which pay much over one half of all the taxes of all kinds levied in the Territory. These corporations are only too glad to pay taxes used in the education of the people. Right here, let me say that the aggregate amount of tax paid by all the persons who are opposed to Governor Otero, per annum, will not reach a thousand dollars, while the A.T.& S.F. Ry Company alone pays in this Territory over $350,000.00 annually, and if the executive officers of that company, Mr. Ripley, Mr. Kenna, and Mr. Paul Morton, all of whom you know, will say that there is any cause for complaint against 11513The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department Las Vegas, N.M., HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. Col. Roosevelt #6 Governor Otero(s administration,I am willing never to be heard on the subject again. What I say about the officials of the A.T.&.S.F. will apply also to every other person or corporation having interests in New Mexico. Politically -- and I flatter myself that I am not entirely ignorant as to affairs in New Mexico,Governor Otero is about the only leader we have had since the time when Senator Elkins was a power in New Mexico. Prior to 1896, the republican party,under the leadership of the principal opponent of the Governor,one T.B.Catron, of Santa Fe,elected a republican delegate to congress twice in sixteen years and carried the assembly about one half the time and stole it the balance. Since 1896 and particularly since the recognition by President McKinley of the best elements in the party in New Mexico in all his appointments out here-with one or two exceptions-we have been successful in every contest with the Pops and Democrats,and this too,although surrounded on the North by Colorado Populism,on the south and East by Texas Bourbon Democracy and on the West by Arizona Pops and Democrats. Twice in succession we have elected our candidate for delegate,the last time by the largest majority ever given any candidate. For two sessions our legislature has been two thirds republican,all of whom were elected by the people,not seated under contests as was 11514The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department Las Vegas, N.M., HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. Col. Roosevelt #7. the custom when T.B.Catron and the opposition to Governor Otero were in control and had charge of the party machinery. At the last election Catron was beaten in his own county and all owing to the fact that his methods of election bribing,jury bribing,bulldozing and other infamous schemes for power were not the means employed by the present republican party leaders in their struggle for supremacy over the Democrats. Catron was nominated by the republican party but he could not get the republican vote.Any other decent man would have been elected by at least five hundred majority. Now I claim that these results speak for themselves. The party,as a party,never was so strong,never so united and never so prepared to carry out republican policies . We would be stronger still if th very men who are opposing Governor Otero were in the ranks of the Democratic party wher they belong. They are not Republicans. To be concise - The members of our Republican Central Committee, our Delegate,our member of the National Committee and every other representative active party man is for the re-appointment of Governor Otero. These same men were not for him four years ago.He never was a candidate for Governor. He was largely the President's own choice. Today every representative republican,interested in the welfare of New Mexico and the success of the republican party, endorses Governor Otero. Every newspaper,daily or weekly, which supports republican principles,except one weakling, the Capital, 11515The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company Law Department Las Vegas, N.M., HENRY L. WALDO, Solicitor for New Mexico. R. E. TWITCHELL, Assistant Attorney. Col. Roosevelt #8 in advocating his reappointment. With one ortwo exceptions, every republican county official in the Territory is doing the same and I know that the element which ordinarily takes small interest in the active portion of political affairs would like to see him continued in office. It is hardly permissible for me to trespass tooheavily upon your time and good nature. I only ask this. If occasion presents itself, I hope you will do for Governor Otero and or people what every one in New Mexico would do for you. Say a word in his behalf - where it will do the most good. Our people recognize in you a friend and a champion. They will never forget what you have done to give New Mexico the name and reputation she is entitled to and which has come to her only too lately. As I said,Governor Otero is utterly ignorant of the fact that I have written you this letter. He will never know that I have presumed to write you unless you consent that he should. What I have said and anything you may say in response will be held as strictly confidential as have been all other communications I have had the honor to receive from you. Hoping that you will pardon the length of this letter, and trusting that I may be able to see you personally at an early day: I remain, Most cordially yours, [*R. E. Mitchell*] 11516New York May 14th 1901 1039 3rd Ave. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice Pres. Oyster Bay, N.Y. Most Excellent Sir: I beg leave to ask of you a favor, which to myself and parents mean very much. To make myself known, I would say. I am the Bicycle Officer who took charge of the horse and mail-wagon in crossing 34th St. ferry to Long Island City Aug 27th last, that had been cruelly used. You were in company of Vice Pres. Wyckstaff of the S.P.C.A. To be brief, I was appointed Patrolman Jan. 1897 and transferred to the Bicycle Squad by Commissioner Andrews the following May where I did duty with honor to myself and commanders until Feb. 17th last. I was transferred from the Bicycle to Precinct duty for some unknown reason, political I presume, as I took an active [*11517*]interest in the last campaign being advised that I need fear showing my colors reference can be had from Mr. Geo Manchester secy. County Committee. I desire to return to the Bicycle without aid politically, and do earnestly believe that a few lines or a word to the Commissioner - Chief will restore me, also I would say further, that we, of Chancellor Walworth 271 are exceptionally pleased to know that our worthy Past Grand Master of the State of N.Y. R.W. Bro. Wright D. Pownall of our Lodge had the distinguished honor as one of the presiding officers in installing you in the Sublime Degree of Master Masons the grandest fraternity the world has ever known. I hope you will consider the liberty in which I vest myself. But as a true American I make this appeal to you, trusting, at your convenience I may hear from you, is the hope of Fraternally Yours at Command Nicholas W. Webb [*11518*][shorthand notation]PF State of New York, Senate Chamber, Albany. Horace White. 36. District. At Syracuse, N. Y., May 14th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Mr. President:- As I understand it, you are to pass through Syracuse on your way to Buffalo on Sunday or Monday next. I wish very much you would let me know your train as I would like to go to the station to greet you if you pass through at a time when I could get there. I wish I could hear a description of your trip to Colorado. It must have been very interesting and I congratulate you most heartily upon your success. We had an interesting winter at Albany and on the whole, I think accomplished considerable good. I would like very much to have an opportunity to go over some very amusing facts of the session with you. Please give my kindest regards to Mrs. Roosevelt and to your children. I missed you all very genuinely during the winter. Faithfully yours, [*Horace White*] (Dic.) [*11519*] The Commercial Advertiser ESTABLISHED 1797. [20 PARK ROW] 187 Broadway NEW YORK. EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT. NEW YORK, 15th May [*[01]*] Dear Roosevelt, You will see from the enclosed that you owe me the magnificent sum of one dollar. I send word of the same to you as I promised to do. What you want to do is to come to town and bring the dollar to me in person, lunching with me at the University Club in order to present it. How are you? I envy you your life in the country during these exquisite spring days. Give my best compliments to Mrs. Roosevelt and believe me Yours always J. B. Bishop [*11520*][shorthand notation]Schieffelin & Co. Nos. 170 & 172 William St. New York, May 15, 1901 William N. Clark. William S. Mersercan. William L. Brower. William J. Schieffelin. Henry S. Clark. Schuyler Schieffelin. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, New York. My dear Sir:-- There has recently been formed in this City, a Union amongst the Dutch Reformed Churches of the Metropolitan District, for the cultivation of a friendly and intimate acquaintance among the members, and for a unanimity of action among the Churches, and for promoting the general interests of the Denomination. The Union was formed under auspicious circumstances, and held its first meeting at the Hotel Savoy, March 25th, at which a large and representative assemblage of both sexes was present. The second meeting was held at the St. Denis Hotel, on May 6th, which was attended by the men of our Church. The Union honored me by elevating me to the position of its first President, and the Committee on Speakers and Subjects have charged me with the pleasant duty of inviting you to speak at our first meeting in the coming Autumn, which has been arranged for Monday evening, November 11th, and will be held at the Hotel Savoy. We are giving early notice of this, in order to give you ample time to arrange the matter, if our invitation is accepted. The subject of your address can be determined by your- 11521 Schieffelin & Co. Nos. 170 & 172 William St. New York, William N. Clark. William S. Mersercan. William L. Brower. William J. Schieffelin. Henry S. Clark. Schuyler Schieffelin. --2-- self, and if you prefer, need not relate to our Church. Owing to your devotion to the Ancient Church of your family, we all thought our choice of you a happy one. We sincerely hope that you will be impressed with the importance to our Church in this effort, and that we may all look forward to the pleasure of your presence on that evening. The Committee will, of course, expect to arrange for your entertainment, and other details connected with the matter. With this I have enclosed a leaflet giving an account of the operation of the Union for its first season. Our membership at present consists of about two hundred representative men, and the enthusiasm and interest displayed has been very gratifying. To the meeting in November, the ladies will be invited, and the occasion is likely to be a notable one. You will recall the writer as having had some correspondence with you in the latter part of October of last year, when the Collegiate Church of this City, invited you to be present at the unveiling of historic Mural Tablets, erected in the Middle Church, Second Avenue, to the founders of Church and State in this City. 11522 Schieffelin & Co. Nos. 170 & 172 William St. New York, William N. Clark. William L. Merserean. William L. Brower. William J. Schieffelin. Henry L. Clark. Schuyler Schieffelin. =3= With the expression of my high esteem, believe me, Your very sincerely, Wm L. Brower 170 William St New York. [*11523*][For enc see 5-15-01]In reply to: [*PF*] Department of the Interior, INDIAN SCHOOL SERVICE, OFFICE OF SUPERINTENDENT, Cherokee N. C. May 15 1901 Dear Theodore, I went on to Washington in March especially to see you, and must confess that I felt somewhat chagrined at the reception you accorded me, but as the season was a busy one with you, it maybe that I was too hasty in requesting anything of you at that time, but, I will put any false pride I may possess behind me, and once more not request but ask that you will use your good offices in seeing the Hon. N. Clay Evans, Commissioner of Pensions and ask him to give me a position on the "Medical Examing Board" or Advisory Committee" for which I have applied, and to which I am eligible and qualified under Civil Service. You told me when I was in Dakota to write you after being there six months. I need the position to be with and educate my boys &c. I ask for nothing political nor do I wish to annoy you anymore nor trespass upon you as vice president or as a kinsman, only ask the above. My friends in South speak highly of you to me and admire your much. Very truly J. G. Bullock P.S. Have been appointed by Indian Office to preside over a meeting at Detroit. Salary is small in this service. [*11524*][shorthand notation]THEODORE COX 6 WALL STREET. NEW YORK these officials are now with us completely. This prevents the recognition by the Nat'l League of any rival organization that might be gotten up to pose as the State League and oppose our plans. Mott is a valuable man to have, too, because his father is State Committeeman from Oswego and Boss of his district and while he is now for Odell, as was his son before our talk, there is no harm in having an enthusiastic Roosevelt man in his family. I have a plan in mind to give you another staunch friend in the State Committee and would like to talk it over with you sometime, at your convenience. Very truly Yours, [*Theodore Cox*] [*11526*] THEODORE COX [*PF*] 6 WALL STREET. NEW YORK May 15, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. Dear Sir: Feeling that if we are to hold the League inactive until next fall, in accordance with our plan of campaign, in spite of the coming Mayoralty election with its attending activity, I must have all National League officials from New York with us, I sent for Maj. J. W. Totten, our Nat'l Executive Committeeman, and L. W. Mott, of Oswego, the Vice Pres., of the Nat'l Rep. League, and talked my plans over with them, for should certain N. Y. leaders suspect our plans they might try to oust me on the ground that I was letting the League die out completely. I am glad to say that [*11525*] [*shorthand*]Naic P. I . May 15- 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President U. S. Washington, D. C. Dear Col.- I trust you will not deem me impudent. for addressing you upon a subject which so nearly concerns. not only myself but my Dear Old-Father, as well. My Father is a caindidate for reapointment as U.S. Marshal for the Southern Dist. of the Ind. Ter. He has the endorsement of the Republican organization of the Southern Dist. and Has filled the office Faithfully and Honourably for the past 4 years. Ben Colbert who was in your Regiment [was] is, I have been informed circulations the report that he has your promise [*11527*]to land him as U.S. marshal of the So. Dist. claiming also that he was your private secetary durring your Spanish American War. Campaigne. This I believe to be untrue, as I don't remember seeing, him employed around Head quarters while I was detailed in your culinary Dept. Be that as it may: My Dear Col : I simply wish to ask you, If you can possibly see your way clearly, To help my Father obtain this appointment. I sincerely hope and Trust you can and will do This for me. I have been in the Regular service one year to day. Went to China with my troop and participated in what I believe will prove to be the Last saber charge our troops will ever make. The charge was thrilling. The Horror of the affair something terrible. But I did my duty to the Best of my ability Hopeing you do not stand commited to Mr. Colbert and that you will endorse. [*11528*]My father John S. Hammer for U.S. marshal Lo. Dist. Ind. Ter. I Remain yours most Reap. John S. Hammer Jr. Troop A. 6 U. S. Cav. Formerly of B- Troop 1st U.S. Vol. Cav 11529[shorthand notation]New York May 15/01 Sir I have received your kind letter of February 26/01 but as yet have heard nothing from the Navy Yard I am still unemployed I have been doing a few odd and ends but find it impossible to obtain steady employment I would reenlist in the navy again but for two reasons, 1 that my parents need my support at home 115302 because I have received a disability discharge from the service and do not think that I would be accepted I know it is kind of hard for you to do anything for me in the Honorable position you hold but perhaps you would give me a letter that would help to reinstate me in the Navy Yard hoping you will pardon me for taking this liberty - I remain Fred. A. Hoffman 456 West 44 st N.Y City 11531 BLACK HILLS [*QUARTO-CENTENNIAL 1876 1901 CARNIVAL PIONNERS DEADWOOD JULY 3-4-5-6 1901 [*MANAGING COMMITTEE: James Conzett, Seth Bullock, J. Goldberg, E. A. Hornberger, Sam Swartzwald, Julius Deetkin, H.P. Lorey. Carnival Com'r.. E.A. HORNBERGER Carnival Treasurer.. JOHN TREBER OFFICERS PIONEER ASSOCIATION. JAMES CONZETT, President. H. P. LOREY, Secretary. D. M. GILLETTE, Treasurer. All Pioneers are on the Reception Committee.*] Under Auspices Black Hills Pioneer Association Deadwood, South Carolina May 15th, 1901 Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President United States Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- The people of the Black Hills are going to assemble at Deadwood July 3, 4, 5, and 6 next, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the settlement of the Black Hills by civilization. The Society of Pioneers are heading the movement. If you knew how many of your warm personal friends here have asked me to be sure and send "Teddy Roosevelt" a pressing invitation, you would not miss this opportunity to mingle with old time friends whose hearts beat in unison with yours. Every day we are hearing from noted Americans who are going to be with us. If it is at all possible for you to come our honors await you. Yours respectfully, E.A. Hornberger Commissioner. Most Cordially seconded, Eben W Martin M.C. [* COMMITTEES. FINANCE - D.A. McPherson, E. W. Martin, George Ayres, Nathan Franklin, Otto Grants, John Tierney, M.R. Russell, P. N. Carr, W. N. Berry, Charles Zoellner, John Treber, Treasurer, E.D. Satteriee. GOLD PALACE - K.G. Phillipe, O. U. Pryce, I.A. Webb, John Grey, Barney Mullen, J. G. Keith, W. . Elder, James Carver, W. L. McLaughlin, Otto Grants, A. Shaw. TRANSPORTATION - J. L. Bentley, G. G. Dennis. INDIANS-- J. H. Burns, John Bentley, Col. Thornby, John R. Brennan. FIREMEN'S TOURNAMENT - Frank Keller, chief engineer; Jos. Munn. foreman Hook and Ladder Co.; Chas. Jolits, foreman 6. D.H. Co.; Jno. R Russell, foreman Homstake Co.; Jno. Ryan, foreman Deadwood Co.; Jno. Wade, foreman F. C. H. & L. Co. OLYMPIC SPORTS - George Porter, Walter Simpson, M. J. Morgan. DECORATIONS AND LIGHT - Paul Rewman, James Munn, Jas. Allen, E. McDonald, Mike Donovan, Charles Hyman, A. G. Berner. COWBOY RACE - Sol Bloom, William Zoeckler. INVITATIONS - W. S. Elder, William Selbie, W. H. Bonham, John R. Wilson, R. B. Hughes, Col. W. R. Steele, F. D. Smith, O. C. Jewett, F. W. Bower, K. G. Phillips. MINES AND MINING - Harris Franklin, John Gray, R. B. Hughes, N.W. Chapman, W, S. Elder, George Jackson, Albe Holmes, D.C. Boley, Albert Malterner. MUSIC - Joseph Rickie, A. Hattenbach, W. L. Faust. PRESS - W. H. Bonham, A. W. Merrick, Freeman Knowles, Roy L. Sharpe, I. A. Webb, F. W. Bower. SCHOOL AND SCHOOL CHILDREN - Miss Helen M. Bennett, Alexander Strachen, Father Noesen. BOARD OF LADY MANAGERS - Mrs. Beth Bullock, president Culture club; Mrs. A. J. Simmons, president Thursday club; Mrs. E. W. Martin, president Round Table club; Mrs. E. F. Tucker, president Deadwood Woman's club; Miss Dors Goldbloom, president Bachelor Maids' club; Mrs. John A. Gaston, Librarian. 11532CORNELL UNIVERSITY OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT Ithaca, N.Y., May 15th 1901 Sir: Your letter of the 10th in recommendation of Mr. Willis J Physioc has been received in the absence of President Schurman, to whom I shall hand it on his return. He had already written Mr Physioc that there is no vacancy in our department of military science. We have and have always had an officer of the regular army on detail here, and I presume this custom will obtain hereafter. Yours respectfully, H.C. Howe President's Secretary His Excellency Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of the United States. 11533 PF HORATIO C. KING, COUNSELOR AT LAW. GERMANIA SAVINGS BANK BUILDING. 375 FULTON STREET. TELEPHONE NO.-1513 MAIN. BROOKLYN BOROUGH, N. Y. CITY, May 15, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. N.Y. My dear Colonel:- I forward the papers long delayed by the absence of General Sickles in Cuba. I thank you for your interest in this matter and in your desire to rehabilitate Col. Shepard. Yours sincerely, [*Horatio C. King*] [*shorthand*] 11534 PF BOONE & CROCKETT CLUB, Office of the Secretary, Temple Court, New York. May 15, 1901. Dear Sir:- The replies received to the circulars concerning proposed increase of membership, written by Messrs. Sampson and Whitney, while not very numerous, show a decided preponderance of sentiment against such increase, the votes being 29 against to 15 in favor of the change, and the Executive Committee has therefore decided that it would not be advisable to take any action at this time. A great many of the letters are most interesting and suggestive as to the work that the Club might do. The Executive Committee feels a very strong desire to outline if possible some definite course of activity, which will be beneficial to the Club, and the interests for which it stands, and to that end, it will accordingly hold a meeting on Monday evening, June 3rd at 9.30 at the residence of Mr. Madison Grant, 22 East 49th Street, and all of those members who desire to assist by discussion of suggestion, are respectfully invited to attend. Will you kindly notify the Secretary whether you intend to be present. Very truly yours, C. Grant La Farge, Secretary. 11535 Paterson N.J.May 15th 1901. The Hon.Theadore Roosevelt: Oyster Bay,N.Y. My Dear Sir ; Shortly after you had completed your term as Governor of N.Y.I wrote you,asking if you would consent to come to Paterson and deliver a lecture for the benefit of the Lakeview Presbyterian church of Paterson,to which your secretary replied,that you had gone west and would not return until near the time of your inauguration as Vice Pres. and that I had better write again,placing the matter before you at that time. I therefore write now,and beg leave to say that we would be so much benefitted and gratified if you would consent to give a lecture under the auspices of,and for the benefit of our church. The congregation is a young and struggling one in a needy field,and perhaps you remember that we indorsed by a church resolution your splendid action as Police Commissioner of N.Y.Cit Could you come,it would give us a good boost financially and in other ways. I think we could easily fill the largest auditorium in townat a respectable admittance fee. I,hope will see your way to come at an early date. If so,please state what time and terms would be agreeable to you,and you will greatly oblige, Yours ,Very respectfully, HR McClellend 1051 Main St Paterson, N. J. 11536PUBLISHERS PRESS ASSOCIATION OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS; J.B. SHALE, PREST, NEW YORK, N.Y. ANDREW McLEAN, V. PREST, BROOKLYN, N.Y. T.J. KEENAN, JR., SEC'Y, PITTSBURG, PA. W.C. BRYANT, TREAS., BROOKLYN, N.Y. HARRINGTON FITZGERALD, PHILA, PA. WM. P. ATKINSON, ERIE, PA. W.J. CONNORS, BUFFALO, N.Y. ChAS J. BELLAMY, SPRINGFIELD, MASS. F.M. RYDER, NEW HAVEN, CONN. MAIN OFFICE FOREIGN BUREAU, 179 TEMPLE CHAMBERS, LONDON. JOHN VANDERCOOK, MANAGER. Branch Offices. FOREIGN, LONDON, PARIS, BERLIN. DOMESTIC, WASHINGTON, BOSTON, PHILADELPHIA, PITTSBURG, ALBANY, NEW HAVEN. Exchange Office, PUBLISHERS PRESS ASS'N. SCRIPP'S McRAE PRESS ASS'N, Cleveland, O. PARK ROW BUILDING, 13 TO 21 PARK ROW New York May 15, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. Dear Sir: Will you kindly favor us with advance copies of your remarks, to be delivered at the Dedication Day ceremonies at the Buffalo Exposition? It will facilitate transmission to our clients throughout the country if we can secure copies a few days before the event occurs. With thanks for previous courtesies, I am, Sir, Respectfully yours, Geo. Madden News Manager. [*11537*] THE SEARLES HIGH SCHOOL. GEORGE RIPLEY PINKHAM, A.M. HEAD MASTER. Great Barrington, Mass, May15, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. Dear Mr. Roosevelt:- I write extending to you a most cordial and earnest invitation to be the guest of the Alumni Association of this institution on Monday evening, July 1st. at the reunion and banquet. This is our 25th. anniversary and if you will informally speak to us at that time from five to fifteen minutes we shall be happy. If you are unwilling to speak we shall yet be happy if you will be our guest in company with a few other invited people. We will use every effort to make your visit most comfortable and earnestly hope that you can come. Awaiting your reply, Most cordially yours, George Ripley Pinkham Head Master. 11538Hennessey O.J. May 15, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir: If they have not already found their way to the wast basket will you kindly send me the endorsements I have previously sent you? And Oblidge J.D. Rhoades Hennessey O.J. [*11539*][*F*] 78-80 Broad Street New York, May 15th, 1901 Right Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. Hon. Sir:- I beg to acknowledge, with thanks, receipt of your very kind reply, together with the book, which you were so good and condescending to send me. I am sure it will be of interest to me, and I shall further get the two volumes of your essays, which you referred me to. They will, no doubt, help me to understand thoroughly the many sided character of the American people, of which you are so noble and striking an example. Permit me to thank you again for your very courteous reply, and if ever your curiosity should create in you a desire to read the oddities of Arabic literature, I shall be very pleased to translate for you some choice and peculiar morsels. Meanwhile, I have the honor to be Hon. Sir, Very respectfully yours, [*W. Ferris Rihani*] [*11540*]New York May 15/01. To the honorable Thedore Rosevelt vice president of the United States of America Dear Sir, It may perhaps be presumptuous on my part to trouble you about something which is not in your domain, but as a brother mason I appeal to you for advise, reference and assistance. For the last forteen years I ventured in different enterprises, and found that my ability lay mainly in investigating and doing detective work; Therefore I concluded to try with your help to obtain a position as a detective, and knowing that you will surely help one gain his aim ask you to recommend me either to J. McCalagy of New York or to the "New York Detective Department." With the full hope that you will [strikethrough will strikethrough] lend a helping hand to a deserving your man. I remain with sincere esteem Lous Sax 108 Eldridge St N.Y N.Y. Member of Palestine Lodge No. 204. F & A. M. and Lenox Lodge No. 211. I.O.O.F. [*11541*]Charles Scribner's Sons, Publishers 153-157 Fifth Avenue, New York New York, May 15th, 1901 Dear Sir: Please find enclosed check for One thousand [?] Dollars, in full payment for your contribution entitled with the Cougar Hounds (2 articles) Please ackowledge receipt. Yours truly, Charles Scribner's Sons. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt 11542Chambers United Stated Judge, Maron, Georgia May 15th, 1901 My dear sir: I am profoundly obliged for your courteous letter of the 9th instant, for a copy of your Public Papers containing your addresses and for your suggestion about the The Strenuous Life and American Ideals. I have written to the publishers for these volumes and trust that I may be permitted to make good use of all. Again thanking you, I am, my dear Sir, with great respect Very sincerely yours, [?] [?] 11543MOUNT BEACON MILITARY ACADEMY SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE COL. VASA E. STOLBRAND. FISHKILL-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. May 15, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N.Y. Sir: At a meeting of the Senior Class, It was unanimously voted that you be requested to deliver an address to them on Commencement Day, June 13, 1901, at 3 o'clock p.m. May I, as an old officer of the 13th U.S. Inf., add my plea to that of the Seniors and ask you to consider their request, no kindly, for that I know you will do, but favorably? Should you conclude to do so, we feel that the young men in question, - all candidates for College, - will carry out with them not only a pleasant recollection but a valuable lesson. We are not a large school, but we are a good one in all that goes to make up a modern school. Awaiting your reply with interest, I am, sir, Very respectfully, Your obedient servant, Vasa E. Stroband 11544THE OLDEST AND LARGEST INTERNATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY IN THE WORLD. SUPERVISED BY 82 GOVERNMENTS. PF New York Life Insurance Company. 346 & 348 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. COMPTROLLER'S DEPARTMENT. HUGH S. THOMPSON, COMPTROLLER. IN YOUR REPLY REFER TO FILE NO. ............. S. M. BALLARD. ASSISTANT COMPTROLLER. JOHN A. McCALL, PRESIDENT. New York, May 15, 1901. Dear Mr. Vice President; Please accept with my best wishes a copy of the Life and Times of William Lowndes, which I send you by this mail. The book is not likely to attract public notice and it may not come to your attention. As you will see, Mrs.Ravenel had but scanty material for use in the preparation of the work. How well she has accomplished her task I have not been able to form an opinion as I have not yet had time to read the book. To one who read with such wonderful rapidity as you do it will not take long to decide how much of merit the publication has. Have you seen the letters of John C. Calhoun which form a part of the Annual Report of the American Historical Association for the year 1899? It is a Government publication and of course you can easily obtain a copy. I am sure that you will find many of the letters of great interest. I wish that there was a prospect of having a fitting life of Cheves so that future generations might be able to form correct estimates of the great South Carolina trio who led the contest in the House of Representatives for the War of 1812. You see I have not forgotten entirely my South Carolina leanings though I have been so long a New Yorker. Please remember me most kindly to Mrs. Roosevelt, and give my love to my friend Master Ted, who I hope has not forgotten me. Yours sincerely, [*Hugh S. Thompson*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington,D.C. [*11545*]New York May 15, 1901 Private Honourable Sir:-- It is with regret that I thus find it necessary to address you but circumstances make it imperative; for meny years I have been subjected to every form of abuce. The Irish have been and are now instrumental in that yet I have good reason to believe that high up in the Republican party they are not altogether blameless other wise it could hardly continue. If I could do 10 days work in one and 10 times as well it would not let me out it is a species of persicution which is criminal to this country and charicteristic of the dark ages and modern Ireland such as stealing my tools, personal anoyence, etc etc. finding excuses to get me out of work and every other form of anoyence. I have applied to the proper authorities without effect, yet I am subjected to petty [*11546*]anoyances where I live. A a favour Sir I would ask you to do all you can to put a stop to it. I have been informed sir that a movement undercover by Tammany Hall to keep controll of the city government is to be made, is in fact made, under some such title as independent democracy etc, etc., What seems to me the best course to persue is to see that proper nomenations are made and use their skeem for their own destruction Respectfully yours David Waldel 552, 10 Ave City It is not pleasant after years of faithful service to have influence brough to bear without having a hearing preventing old employers from again employing you There is no name for such criminals D. W.Form No. 1 THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*230p*] NUMBER SENT BY REC'D BY CHECK 1 Fw H 9 Paid RECEIVED at May 15 1901 Dated Albany NY 15 To Hon Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Adjutant General Hoffman died very suddenly at two today W J Young [*11547*]LAW OFFICES: WILLIAM J. YOUNGS. FOSTER PRUYN. [467 BROADWAY] 57 State St. ALBANY, N. Y. May 15 1901 My dear Colonel Some friends have applied to the Wesleyan chapter of Φ. B. K. to give me an honorary membership there- It has always been one of my most earnest desires to get this and I was entitled both by my standing at Cornell but they had no chapter there at that time. Afterward when they did establish the chapter, they adopted the rule that only classical students should receive it-as I was in the scientific course. I was debarred although Dean White - Benj'n Ide Wheeler & Prof Morris all advocated it. I think if you should write a letter to Dr A. Ernest Taylor- 187 Madison avenue N.Y. City. who has charge of my interests in the matter- saying that I was a proper person mentally- and morally to be a Φ.B.K. it would have a great effect- - I hate to trouble you in so small a matter- but am very anxious about it. Faithfully yours Wm J Young [*11548*][shorthand notation]The reformed church was organized at a meeting held in the St. Denis Hotel, New York, Monday evening, November twelfth, Nineteen hundred. Thirty-eight ministers and laymen were present, all of whom approved the plan and consented to become charter members. A second meeting was held Monday evening, January twenty-eighth, Nineteen hundred and one, also at the St. Denis Hotel. A Constitution was adopted, the organization perfected, and officers for the year chosen. The objects of the Reformed Church Union, as set forth in its Constitution, are "the cultivation of a friendly and intimate acquaintance among the members the securing of concert of action among the churches; and the promoting of the general interests of the Reformed Church in America." (Article 2.) The Constitution also provides that four meetings shall ordinarily be held each year, one each in January, March, May and November. (Article 5.) The first regular meeting after organization was held at the Hotel Savoy on Monday evening, March twenty-fifth, Nineteen hundred and one. Addresses were made by the Rev. Dr. Donald Sage Mackay on "Quaint Customs of Scottish Life," and the Rev. Dr. James I. Vancer on "The Man for the Hour." This was the first "Ladies' Night" of the Union, and although the evening was exceedingly stormy over two hundred persons were present. The second regular meeting was held at the St. Denis Hotel, Monday evening, May sixth, Nineteen hundred and one. This meeting took the form of a dinner, which was attended by men only. The speakers were: the Rev. Isaac W. Gowen, whose subject was "The Reformed Church, Her Past," and the Rev. John Gerardus Fagg on "The Reformed Church, Her Future." Nearly two hundred members are now enrolled in the Union, including ministers and laymen of almost all the churches in New York and vicinity. It is the earnest desire of the Union to include in its membership all the men of the churches in the Metropolitan District. The dues are two dollars the first year and one dollar per year thereafter. Applications for membership should be sent to the Secretary of the Membership Committee, the Rev. James Hunter, 2301 Cambreleng Avenue, New York. Officers of the Union President Mr. WILLIAM L. BROWER 172 William Street, New York Vice President Rev. Dr. CORNELIUS L. WELLS 900 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y. Secretary Mr. WILLIAM T. DEMAREST 111 Fifth Avenue, New York Treasurer Rev. HERMAN C. WEBER 2057 Boston Road, New York Committees On Speaker and Topics The President Mr. John S. Bussing 26 East 10th Street, New York Rev. Alfred H. Demarest Port Richmond, Staten Island On Membership The Vice-President Rev. Charles H.Tyndall Mount Vernon, N. Y. Rev. James Hunter 2301 Cambrelong Avenue, New York On Entertainment The Secretary Rev. Dr. Charles B. Chapin 117 Convent Avenue, New York Mr. R. M. Gray 270 Penn Street, Brooklyn, N .Y. 11549 The REFORMED CHURCH UNION 1901 THE REFORMED CHURCH UNION was organized at a meeting held in the St. Denis Hotel, New York, Monday evening, November twelfth, Nineteen hundred. Thirty-eight ministers and laymen were present, all of whom approved the plan and consented to become charter members. A second meeting was held Monday evening, January twenty-eighth, Nineteen hundred and one, also at the St. Denis Hotel. A Constitution was adopted, the organization perfected, and officers for the year chosen. The objects of the Reformed Church Union, as set forth in its Constitution, are "the cultivation of a friendly and intimate acquaintance among the members; the securing of concert of action among the churches; and the promoting of the general interests of the Reformed Church of America." (Article 2). The Constitution also provides that four meetings shall ordinarily be held each year; one each in January, March, May and November. (Article 5.) The first regular meeting after organization was held at the Hotel Savoy on Monday evening, March twenty-fifth, Nineteen hundred and one. Addresses were made by the Rev. Dr. Donald Sage Mackay on "Quaint Customs of Scottish Life," and the Rev. Dr. James I. Vance on "The Man for the Hour." This was the first "Ladies Night" of the Union, and although the evening was exceedingly stormy over two hundred persons were present. The second regular meeting was held at the St. Denis Hotel, Monday evening, May sixth, Nineteen hundred and one. This meeting took the form of a dinner, which was attended by men only. The speakers were: the Rev. Isaac W. Gowen, whose subject was "The Reformed Church, Her Past," and the Rev. John Gerardus Fagg on "The Reformed Church, Her Future." Nearly two hundred members are now enrolled in the Union, including ministers and laymen of almost all the churches in New York and vicinity. It is the earnest desire of the Union to include in its membership all the men of the churches in the Metropolitan District. The dues are two dollars the first year and one dollar year thereafter. Applications for membership should be sent to the Secretary of the Membership Committee, the Rev. James Hunter, 2301 Cambreleng Avenue, New York. Box 346, Ottawa Kans. May 16, 1901. Mr. Theodore Roosevelt. Dear Sir, Washington D.C. I thought I would write you a few lines as I received a request, from Mr. Olin, Our Superintendent to do so I go to Lincoln School, fourth. grade. My teachers names is Miss. Ferguson, We had a spelling Match,. and only three missed in the A Class, and six in the B Class, We are going to have a spelling Match gainst the B. Class, I will try hard to beat them; I live in Ottawa, Kansas. Ottawa is situated on the Marais Des Cygnes river, I live on Mr. Hamilton farm back of the Forest park, There are, 212 acres on this farm. They are going to drill here again. For gas. They have not be gun to work on it yet. We have the flag solute to day. I hope our room will do the best. We our going to buy us a flag for our School, The Santa Fe, bought a flag, for sixty Dollars, Have you a flag, [*11550*]on the house, that you live in? I like to go to school. Our school is named in Honor of Abrahan Lincoln. Please tell me something about Washington Yours respectfully, Louie BelcherForm No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*1120 am*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 2 Oy K 17 paid RECEIVED at May 16 1901 Dated Buffalo NY 16 TO Wm Loeb Jr Oyster Bay NY Papers out side associated press must be taken care of associated press will not deliver copy to me Mark Bensett supt [*11551*][shorthand notation] "THE MANTLE OF STODDARD HAS NOT FALLEN UPON BRIGHAM, HE HAS A BETTER COSTUME OF HIS OWN" -"Bob" Burdette THE BRIGHAM LECTURES NAT M. BRIGHAM "GRAND CAÑON OF ARIZONA" "LAND OF THE SNAKE DANCE" Introducing Indian and Spanish Music __________ In Preparation "UTAH AND THE MORMON COMMONWEALTH" With Appropriate Music "THE APACHE WARPATH" Martial Music * Each Lecture will be Illustrated with 100 Stereopticon View in Color [Los Angeles, Cal] 19 Chicago, Ill. May 16, 1901. Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. My Dear Roosevelt:- I enclose herewith an illustrated folder which will give you some idea of the scheme of my lectures on "STRANGE CORNERS OF OUR COUNTRY". These lectures are the outcome of my life in the West during the last sixteen years. The last three years I have passed in the South West, nine months of the time having been spent in and about the Grand Canyon of Arizona and a considerable portion among the Navajo and Hopi Indians of Arizona, of whose outcomes, ceremonies and music I made a thorough study. The lectures are most beautifully illustrated with stereopitican views in color. In the lecture on "THE LAND OF THE SNAKE DANCE" Indian and Spanish songs are sung, In "THE APACHE WARPATH" martial music is rendered and in "UTAH AND THE MORMON COMMON-WEALTH" characteristic Mormon songs are given. I am prepared to give these lectures before lecture courses, social clubs and literary organizations. If you can be instrumental in bringing notice of my work to organizations, etc., of which you may be a member or know about, I shall be under great obligation. My work is planed as follows:--Oct., Nov. and Dec. for the Middle West, Jan., Feb., March and April for the New England, Atlantic Coast and Middle States. Very sincerely yours, [*Nat M. Brigham.*] Suite 508-21 Quincy St. [*P.S. Have just recd. from Genl. Wood a photograph- He writes that a picture taken when he was with Genl. Lawton in the Apache campaigns is packed away with effects in Washington. The Genl. has suggested one or two reports in Ok[t] which will aid me in the "Apache Warpath" lectures - Nat. M. B. [*11552*][[shorthand]]Brooks Brothers, CLOTHEIERS, BROADWAY Cor. 22nd ST. New York May 16th., 1901 ESTABLISHED 1818. CABLE ADDRESS- "BROOKBRO, NEW YORK." Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island Dear Sir:- Your favor of the 13th inst at hand and we regret exceedingly our omission of the button from collar of Norfolk jacket after your special instructions to have it put on. We are sending to-day in exchange for those returned a pair of soft coze leather button leggings which we trust will prove satisfactory, as we have nothing of this kind on hand with straps. We will try to have a pair made for you like sample, however, if you so desire, and will return the old pair again to use for copy. Yours respectfully, [*Brooks Brothers*] 11553E. BUTLER'S SON'S STEVEDORES No. 32 South Street. MICHAEL E. BUTLER, PHILIP J. BUTLER, DANIEL BUTLER. NEW YORK, May 16, 1901 [189] Hon Theodore Roosevelt My Dear old friend This will serve to introduce to you Captain James Wetherell a capable and competent shipmaster whom I have known for a number of years, who is desirous of obtaining a position as captain of one of the Government Colliers, I know your past friendship for the undersigned is sufficient for me to intrude [of] upon you to ask you to do what you can to help secure this position for him I will consider it a great favor, Hoping you and your family are well I remain Your friend Michael E Butler [*11554*][shorthand notation]J.O. Conway A58'T Inspector Steam-Vessel Inspection Service P.O. Building, Room 161 New York, May 16 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay L.I. Dear Sir May ask if you can let me see you for a few minutes at your home or in the city within [?] or three days. If you are not going to be how I will readily go down to see you. It is a matter of importance to myself and my necessary to see you if possible. Please [?] me at my expense when and when it will be convenient to your self. Very truly and fraternaly yours J.O. Conway 386 Manhattan Av. New York City 11555Thomas Y. Crowell & Co. Publisers and Hookbinders Telephone: 2664 Spring 426 and 428 West Broadway Between Prince and Spring Streets New york May 16th, 1901 Hon. Theodore J. Roosevelt, Vice-President of the U.S. Washington, D.C. Dear Sir, we taken pleasure in sending you a complimentary copy of "Monopolies Past and Present" by Prof. LeRossignel. This book is attracting considerable attention, both on account of the importance of the subject and the fairness of the author. We trust that you will find time to examine the book. Yours very truly, [?][?] 11556 ANTON SCHARFF Kaiserl. Koenigl. Hof-Medailleur Hof-Medailleur S. M. des Kaisers von Russland S. M. des Koenigs von Serbien, Sr. Koenigl. Hoheit des Fuersten von Bulgerien, etc., etc. Wien III. Kaiserliche Muenze Sole Representative for United States and Canada MAURITUS DAVID 4 West 28th Street New York COINS, MEDALS, ANTIQUES New York, May 16, 1901. Dear Sir: In commemoration of the inauguration of the Hall of Fame of Great Americans, which marks a new epoch in the history of the United States as an Historical Country, I have ordered a medal to be struck with the picture of the Hall of Fame on one side and the portrait of Washington on the other. In consideration of the universal interest shown for this monument I decided to entrust with this work the only man living whose fame not only in Europe but also in America would guarantee an adequate piece of Monumental Medal Work worthy of the great original idea. An artistic Bronze or Silver medal will also enable those of the present and coming generation, not residing here, who cannot see the monument itself, to admire it and allow their minds to dwell upon its historical significance by looking at this miniature reproduction of it. Mr. Anton Scharff, Director of the Imperial Mint in Vienna, has proved himself equal to the task and has produced a medal which is a piece of art in itself. I herewith hand you a photo of the reverse of the medal showing the Hall of Fame and the Library of the University of New York, that one, obverse with the portrait of Washington, not being ready while I write this, but, according to the assurance of Mr. Scharff, will excel all expectation. The medal will be struck only in silver and in bronze at the price of $15.00 and $10.00 respectively. In order to enable you to judge for yourself of the artistic merit of this medal I am willing to mail you one on approval for one week, by which time you are at liberty to return same to me, expressage prepaid. There will be only a limited number struck and your order for one medal (on approval) should be sent in at once. Very respectfully yours, [*Mauritius David*] 11557May 16-1901 Salisbury N.C. To the general of the Rough Riders: Dear Sir: Please let me now at once if Eddie Davis was one of the colored sooldiers of your company of Rough Riders. He was my son and I heard that he was dead that he got killed in this war and that he was 11558a Rough Rider. I am a poor widow and my boy left me some time ago. I could not hear from him so I thought that he must have been dead. So had a letter from a friend the other day and she told me that my son was killed in the war. So you will please let me know if he did and if I can get any thing for his death Please let me know I am Resp. Sylvia Davis Salisbury N.C. 11559ENGLISH'S MONUMENT PLACE BLOCK Office of Wm. E. English, 102 Monument Place. Indianapolis, Ind. May 16, 1901 My Dear Mr. Leob The picture of Col. Roosevelt which you mailed on the 13th came duly to hand to-day. It is an excellent picture which we shall greatly prize. Accept thanks for your courtesy in the matter Sincerely yours Wm E English 11560 Thursday May 16th 01 142 West 10th St. New York City FIRST DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MAY 21 1901 PENSION OFFICE CONCRESSIONAL MAY 20 1901 U.S. Bureau of Pensions. Hon Theo. Roosevelt Sir. I am the widow of Com'd James D. Graham. U.S. Navy who died last July at the Naval Hospital Brooklyn. of Bright's disease. I made application soon after for a Pension and supposed there was no doubt of my obtaining it until this week I rec'd notice it was rejected on the [*11561*] that as ever that small sum would help me. Will you ask him to push that claim through at once as it dates only from date of application no back pay and I need it very much. Is there any position I could get in Wash'n without passing Civil S. Exam I am afraid I am too old and rusty for that. Very respy Ella. Roosevelt Graham [*shorthand*] 'ground that fatal Bright's disease of Kidney was not incurred in service and line of duty" Can you not use your influence with Commissioner Evans asking him to reconsider his decision. The disease may have been latent in his system longer then the Dr thought. While there are no doubt many frauds and they are obliged to be strict. it does seem when a man has served 40 years in the navy his widow is entitled to the pittance of 30.00 a month as it generally leaves her as in my case, too old to learn any way to earn her living. Comdr Graham left no means and I am to day with only a few dollars in the world and do not seem able to find work. although I would do anything I am physically able to do. I only leared today that by the new law I would be entitled to 8.00 a month. I have made application for [*FIRST DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MAY 21 1901 PENSION OFFICE*] [*11562*]A.G. GUYER (SUCCESSOR TO DOANE & GUYER.) PRESCRIPTION MANUFACTURING Druggist and Chemist HYANNIS, MASS. May 16, 1901. Hon.Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- On June 25th our Masonic Lodge is to celebrate its one- hundredth anniversary. Will you deliver an address for us on that day? We can only raise $1000. for the whole celebration and therefore can offer you no compensation other than expenses and entertainment,which we shall be glad to pay. Our only excuse for thus presuming upon your good nature is our hope that you may be willing to do this to aid our ancient and honorable institution.So far as the writer's knowledge goes,you have never visited Cape Cod and I can assure you that you have no more loyal friends in any part of the world. Fraternally, [*A.G. Guyer.*] Chairman Com.on Exercises. 11563CHARLES L. HAWLEY, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW. 416-417 CONNELL BUILDING, SCRANTON, PA. May 16, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. N.Y. Dear Sir: - I am anxious to assist in securing Colonel Theodore J. Wint's promotion to the rank of Brigadier General in the Regular Army, and should like to call upon you, during this coming week if possible, for the purpose of submitting to your inspection certain letters from officers of high rank and securing your endorsement and influence toward that end. May I ask that you inform me as to whether this is agreeable to your wishes and if so to suggest a time which will cause you the least inconvenience? I attach a copy of the resolutions, recently passed by our Legislature, asking for the promotion. Your own acquaintance with Colonel Wint, and knowledge of his brilliant record, before, during, and since his service under your command in Cuba, cannot fail to add to your appreciation of the justice of all that is therein set forth. I have a strong personal interest in this matter, as Colonel Wint is my brother-in-law, Mrs. Hawley being his sister, but the general desire for his promotion is based upon, and results from, his meritorious record as a soldier. Very truly yours, [*Chas. L. Hawley*] DICTATED TO M.G. 11564[For enc see 5-16-01] OFFICE PURCHASING COMMISSARY, U.S. ARMY, SUBSISTENCE BRANCH ARMY TRANSPORT SERVICE, Army Building, 39 Whitehall Street, [*T. Higgins. 611 East 1st Street. New York.*] New York City, May 16th 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President U.S., Oyster Ray, Long Island, New York. SIR: Mr Colton Reed has kindly informed me recently that you would like to see me at earliest convenience. This would be quite an honor and pleasure to me. If you would please advise me as to when I can possibly see you in this city that I would ask Colonel D.L. Brainard, my immediate O.O. to excuse me for the time. I have been on duty here since January last and served for two years prior to then in West India waters. I expect to be ordered away to Manilla about June 20th. Colonel I hope you are well. Very respectfully, Your obedient servant, T. Higgins Late 1st Serpeant Troop K, [*shorthand*] [*11565*]Senate of the United States Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms Washington, D.C. May 16, 1901. Mr. William Loeb, Jr. Secretary to the Vice President Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Mr. Loeb: Your valuable favor of the 15th instant has just reached me and I report as follows: "History of the Capitol" is just published and each Senator and the Vice President are allowed 2 copies. They weigh 11 pounds and cost $40.00 per copy. Will cost $1.50 to sent to London by Adams Express. More by mail. In a few months or more there will be printed from these same plates a cheaper edition that will probably be for general distribution and the V.P. and the Senators will be allowed a larger number. Mr. Amzi Smith, Supt., of Senate Documents tells me to post you as to the value of this present copy, and that he will send the V.P. his own copy in a few days and then you can see what it is. If you want the only remaining copy then sent to London I await your pleasure. "Year Books" will go forward at once and I will save the list for future reference. I thank you very much for the card of introduction to Mr. Newton, and will surely present the same to that gentleman in a few days. Sorry you will not be there on the 20th but hope to see you there in August. Yes, let me know when you get ready to start and I will see what can be done. Senator Penrose just gave me pass to Buffalo and return good for three months and 11566Senate of the United States Office o the Sergeant at Arms Washington D.C. I think I can get the same for you? I wouder where Cowpethwaite, Secretary to Sen. Depew is? He ought give you an annual over the Cen- tral? Many thanks for the Photo of the V.P. I saw General Johnson and he has received his and is very pround of it. Let your requests come and they will be attended to as promptly as ever and Mrs. Jeffers will consider its an honor to receive my mail and attent to yoyr wants. Address them as usual to me care the Senate and Mrs. Jeffers will get them all right. With kindest regards to you and all from all, I am, Yours very truly, [?] OfficiaalTelegrapher U.S. Senate. 11567 William. M. Johnson Post Office Department First Assistant PostMaster General Washington May 16,1901. My dear Sir: I was delighted to receive this morning an admirable photograph of yourself with your autograph thereon. It is a pleasure whish I shall value most highly. Thanking you very much for your courtesy in sending the same, I remain, Yours sincerely, Will Johnson Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11568 PF Island Falls May 16th 1901 My Dear Friend Theodore I have jus read your letter things have take a very favorable turn in regard to the P.O Mr Powers who takes Mr Rowtells place is a friend of mine and is all right had not heard from him when I wrote you. of course while my sister was sick and yet alive I had never thought of getting the place and before she was dead a person was getting under way but I had friends who thought of my interests in my hour of affliction and I think I am all solid for the P.O [*11569*] [*shorthand*] as if old thare are so many things to be said by I hope our lives may be spared so that we may meet again and I am trusting that we will am very sorry that you are not comeing to Maine but I felt sure you would have written me if you were comeing. The papers misled led me in regard to whare you and family were I sent the sugar to Oyster Bay I hope this will find you and family well. we are all well now I am just about as of old your sincere friend N.N. Lewall I have a Petition signed by all the business men of the place but three and have not signed the other and will not sign it Mr Powers assures me that he shall do nothing against the well of the patrons of the office and as any opponent has been unable to get any body of influence to sign his Petition and I have them all and their support I think it will come all right I did not know to what extent he had succeeded when I wrote you I had just began to give the matter consideration at that time but I find my friends all right as I have always found them when they have been tried and it is a great satisfaction to so find them at this time when I felt like anything more than entering a strife for my sisters position Theodore you may well believe we are all in deep sorrow you who have a sister who is possesor of rare gifts and qualities can appreciate my loss in the death of a sister who had also been a mother at times when I was in need of such a friend and can well understand my feeling about a scrabble for the P.O. I thank you for your sympathy I value none more but I knew I would have it before I heard from you I wish I could see you and talk with you [*11570*]New York 5-16-1901 Hon Sir You have befriended me once and I am thankful through you after passing the examinations I were appointed as a clerk last March and now there is an allowance made for clerks of the low grade to get a larger Salary and I have no one of influence to act in my behalf towards gitting a raise and I [*11571*] [*11572*]would be ever Thankful to you if you would present my name you would have to send it in early as July the first is the time appointed pardon me for intruding upon you during the time you should have rest and do this favor for me and you will never regret it or have cause to regret I have always been with you in all things since you ran for Governor and admired your courage when you were police commissioner I now get 600. a year but if you will intercede for me I will get 700. please kind Sir don't refuse me as I have no one to ask for aid from a loyal republican Prauge. M Paschal 145 W 24 st clerk in Gen fast officeFranklin L. Payne, Special Newspaper Correspondent. Box 943. Wichita, Kansas, May 16, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roseveldt, Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- I am the young chap whom you met at the rear end of your car in Oklahoma City just after bidding your boys - officers of the 1st cavalry good bye, and who asked the pertinent question as to whether or not you were a member of the masonic fraternity. This by way of preface, of course you do not remember this, but I note with gratification that you started, whether you finished more than one degree I do not know. I am sending you a copy of the program of the 20th century jubilee reunion of the Scottish Rite here, which man think is a very nice thing and by no means equal to the demand, members and guests only receiving them. A beautiful letter from Prest. Porfirio Diaz of Mexico I read a few evenings ago, written to our consistory here. There are reasons for many forward movements in civilization which you may discover now that you did not dream of before. Please allow me credit for sincerity in saying that I am looking for nothing or want anything political, for I have a brother Ransom Payne s straightforward fellow who has wasted much of his life in politics in Washington and at his home in Oklahoma, I write you because I believe you to be what you seem to be since looking straight into your eyes and noting that you looked straight into mine openly as I never have had a schemer do, and my business has been much in sizing up people. Should you receive the national nomination, I hope to help materially in the success of it in election for which I must add I am looking for no recompense in "pie". This requires no answer, I write because I want to and feel like it. Respectfully, [*Franklin L. Payne*] 11573 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, DIVISION OF FORESTRY, WASHINGTON, D. C. E.M.F. GIFFORD PINCHOT, FORESTER. OVERTON W. PRICE, SUPT. OF WORKING PLANS. GEO. B. SUDWORTH, DENDROLOGIST. OTTO J. J. LUEBKERT, HEAD CLERK. May 16, 1901. Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. Dear Sir: Your letter of the 13th reached Mr. Pinchot yesterday. Mr. Pinchot handed your letter to me since he was exceedingly busy over final preparations for his departure. He left last night for New York and sails for Europe today. He expects to reach Washington again on the 15th of June. Mr. Pinchot directed me to tell you that he will follow your advice strictly in dealing with the man recommended by Mr. Middleton for appointment. This man will be appointed only upon the direct recommendation of Mr. Middleton as to his fitness for the position which is sought for him and he will be held to most rigid accountability after he is appointed. Very truly yours, [*Overton W. Price*] Acting Forester. 11574 Senate of the United States Office of the Sergeant at Arms Washington, D.C. May 16, 1901 Mr Wm Loeb Jr Oyster Bay N.Y. Dear Sir In response to your request by letter to Mr McGrain (who is absent) I have this day caused to be shipped - per express- a flat top desk. The best we have on hand. which I hope will meet your requirements with kind regards to the Vice President I am truly D M Ransdell Sergeant at Arms 11575New York 5/16/01 Theo Roosevelt, Vice Pres, Dear Sir, I wrote you last Nov, that I went under examination for letter carrier and asked you to get me appointed if I passed. I have received notice lately, that I have passed, and am on the eligible list. You answered my letter, said you sent a letter to Postmaster Van Cott, in reference to me. Therefore I ask you since I have passed, will you get me appointed, as I know if you only say the word, I will be made a substitute carrier. My percent is not as high as it might be, but God knows when I went under that examination, starvation was staring my wife and children in the face. My whole thoughts since were, if I only 11576pass, Vice President Roosevelt will get me appointed. The position I am now in, has effected my eyes, & what have I left if I lose the use of them. I understand that 80 carriers will only be appointed, and if that is the case I will not get [go] on. Therefore I lay my appointment in your hands, and trust in God, that for the sake of my wife & 4 little ones, that you will get me selected as 1 of the number to be taken from the eligible list, to fill the vacancy on the substitute courier list. With the best wishes for yourself & family, from my wife and little ones I remain Yours Truly John J. Reardon 715 - 2 ave N.Y. CityWm. F. Ross Pension Attorney Claim Agent Golconda, Ill., May 16 1901. Hon Theodore Rosevelt Vice President of the U.S. if your honor pleas,, I beg leave to get one letter from at leas one of what I believe to be my friend My claims on your Loyalty is based upon the fact that I also was a soldier of the war of the Rebellion, have always been a Republican and true to our Old Flag. Now I have I can truthfully state that we old soldiers and our widows are maltreated by our writes being with held by a Despot from Tennessee, who is unfair and unjust and I Knowing you to be a soldier and a hero I believe in Good Faith that you are easy such a man I beg and pray that you Do something to remove our Enemy from the pension office and see that some true and Loyal old soldier is put in his place. Please answer my most cearfully written letter and oblige Yours, W. F. Ross [*11577*]I suppose we shall be together somewhere for the ceremonies on the 20th. We stay on in Buffalo until the 22d & then come directly home. Yesterday we were to have sailed but [????] postponed this until the 4th June that I might be at the Pan American opening on Monday. I am glad to be here, Sincerely yrs Louisa Lee Schuyler [*I am glad to be appointed by you as one of the two ladies to represent N.Y.*] 135 EAST 21ST STREET, [*PF*] GRAMERCY PARK. May 16, 1901 My dear Theodore, It was like you to write me that good long letter about your plans, and the difficulties in the way of the project about the law, because you know how deeply interested I am in your [*11578*]welfare - I thank you for writing & in full. I wonder if we shall have any chance for a talk in Buffalo. I doubt it. Georgy, James Ludlow & I go by 8:30 A.M. train Saturday morning, & to the Lenox Hotel in Buffalo, (North Street & Delaware Ave) . This is not far from Mr. Milburn's, I believe, & I shall try & see you & Edith - although [*11579*] Shevlin-Carpenter Co. Lumber Manufacturers. T. H. Shevlin. Minneapolis, Minn. May 16/01 President. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N Y,- My Dear Mr. Roosevelt: In reply to your favor of the 13th inst, will say that what I had in mind for you and what I hoped to do with reference to the programs in connection with your visit to our State, was as follows: At 11:30 in the morning (September 2nd), your address at the State Fair grounds; in the afternoon of same day, review of the 'Rough Rider' clubs of the State and some of the military organizations. That gives you the whole day at the Fair. On the following day (Tuesday) in the afternoon I wanted to invite about fifty of the prominent men of the State to meet you -- for instance, both U S Senators, our Congressional delegation and others. You can leave here on Tuesday evening at about eleven o'clock on a train arriving in Chicago the next day at noon, in time to leave there on the fast train the same afternoon if you cared to do so. 11580Shevlin-Carpenter Co. Lumber Manufacturers. Minneapolis, Minn. T. H. Shevlin. President. TR2 I don't think it would be well to entertain you formally on Sunday, as it might offend the church people and I don't want to do that. At present writing I think there is no doubt about your having the delegation from this State. Senator Clapp is strongly for you. I have not sounded Senator Nelson and do not think it best to take it up with him as this time, but will do so at the proper time. I hope this meets with your approval, and if it does will consider this the plan of entertainment for you. Of course I want to do anything that you may suggest and that will be agreeable to you. Sincerely yours, [*Thomas H. Shevlin*] 11581 OFFICE OF ISAAC STEPHENSON. MARINETTE, WIS, May 16, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My Dear Mr. Roosevelt,- Trusting that while my introduction to you at Philadelphia last June by my confrere Mr. Payne, was accompanied with the suggestion that I was one of "the originals", it did not permanently prejudice you against me,- I am tempted to write you today with the object of killing two birds with one stone. The first one is, that our people here who are very much interested in our Marinette Chautauqua Assembly, and have always aimed to asoure the very best talent available for their annual programmes, have hoped from year to year to asoure your valued services for an address, but there has always been something intervened, - either a war with Spain, a Gubernatorial or Presidential election, or something else. The object for which your services are craved is in itself a very worthy one, and will surely strike a sympathetic chord in your heart, recognising as you must, the world of good that is being accomplished in an educational way, from that source. We are happily situated for a great Assembly, having a beautiful location in which out door life can be enjoyed hugely, and being geographically situated so as to draw from a large territory, while the climate is magnificent in the summer season. 11582 OFFICE OF ISAAC STEPHENSON. MARINETTE, WIS. T. R. -S- I cannot urge you too strongly to favor us by coming to us this year, and can assure you that you will receive a royal reception, and doubt not that you will be satisfied that you made no mistake in honoring the platform for an address on some afternoon or evening that will best suit your convenience, about August 18th, that being the closing day. I am also equally anxious to have you come West, and become my guest to join me in my annual trout fishing excursion, starting from the head waters of the Esoanaba river, coming down a distance of fifty miles through turbulent waters, picturesque scenery, ideal fishing grounds and historic territory. I do not hesitate to say to you that this is no common fishing trip. For over twenty years annually, about August 16th to 20th, it has been my desire to take with me from twenty to thirty of the best of God's people, for this outing of five or six days, and those that have come once are always delighted to renew the trip, and I venture to say that if you will but join us, you will return home as did General Sheridan, - to proclaim that the pleasure and interest found, equalled any of the experiences he had had in his eventful career. In trying to tempt you to come I can only promise that you will have an congenial and fitting associates, together with a prolific trout stream to fish out of. [*11583*]OFFICE OF ISAAC STEPHENSON. MARINETTE, WIS., T. R. -3- We go equipped with tents, bedding, &c, and six or seven large flat bottomed boats, each occupied by two boatmen and two fishermen, with the necessary paraphernalia, camping along the river banks each night, with cuisine prepared by a cook, who has had, by his experience and practice, learned to know just what is wanted on such an excursion. If you are fond of beans as cooked in the State of Maine, you will find them on this trip prepared in a woodsman's fashion, bean hole. But that is not the only dish that you will return home to crave for. Please try and arrange your dates so you can come, bringing with you, if you please, your boys, for they will appreciate the outing and have an enjoyable time. Should you not care to go through Chicago, wishing to avoid that city for any reason, I will be only too glad to have my yacht meet you somewhere along the Lakes that will be agreeable to you. For instance, one of the great Lake steamers, the "Northwest" or "Northland," could be taken from Buffalo to Mackinaw, and the yacht could meet you there, and in ten hours land you here. These matters of detail can of course be provided for later, and I merely make these suggestions as another evidence manifesting my desire to have you visit us, meet our people in this Northern country, learn what we are, and see what a wonderful country we have, alike for business or pleasure. With the very kindest regards, and awaiting I trust your favorable reply, I remain, Very truly yours, [* Isaac Stephenson*] 11584[[shorthand]]New York May 16thth/01 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Esq. Dear Sir I am forced to take the liberty of writing you a few lines in regards to a position which I am in need of very much. My trade is an electrician, but, I am a all around man: & would be willing to take anything you could possibly give me. I would like to get doorman or electrician in the Station Houses. I have spoken to several leaders in my district & they are so slow that I am forced to take this step. In regards to my references I most respectfully refer you to the 11585Pentalphas Lodge No 744 F& A.M. Circle Hall 300 West 58th St. N. Y. City. I might say that I am a American 35 - years of age & if a personal interview is required I would be glad to meet you any place convenient. Trusting you will favor me with an early reply & beg to remain your. Brother in Masonery, Edgard Stover. 168 East 32nd St. New York City [*11586*]Address Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, Navy Department, and refer to No. WASHINGTON, D. C., May 16, 1901. Mydear Mr. Vice President: Yours of the 14th instant in relation to Father McGrail received. He came to see me at my house and I was very favorably impressed with him. The next morning he called at my office and I looked up his record of examination, which I found in the Judge Advocate General's Office. I asked to have it referred to me. The Judge Advocate General said that the regulations governing the appointment of Chaplains were rather peculiar and there was no precedent for it. I told him that it was about time there should be a precedent and we had better make this one, so he sent me the record. I made a careful examination of Father McGrail and found that his defective vision was corrected by glasses, and it seemed to me that a Chaplain wearing glasses could point the way to Heaven as well as one who did not. So I recommended that the disqualification be waived and that he be appointed. This will be done. I think the vacancy that he will fill will not occur until some time in July. From the conversation I had with the young man I am sure your confidence in him will not be misplaced. Yours very sincerely, [*W. K. Van Reyper*] Vice President Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. 11587[shorthand notation] FORM 726. (M.47676) The Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis Railway Co. Shelbyville MA Station 5/16 1901 Capt T J Huagins Martinsville Ind Dear Sir Your letter asking for 304 additional Clipping of the Indpolis News of March, was promptly received but I have had some trouble in getting copies of the paper. I enclose herewith. 3 clippings which I hope you can place to an advantage we are getting almost discouraged about ever hearing from Horace. I also return to you some private papers that belong to your file Hoping by your assistance we can learn something from the Bay Remain ever E. [?] 11588Compliments of Mr. William H. Buckingham Clerk of the Vestry Son of the late Rev John A Buckingham Chestnut Hill Newton Mass R.S.V.P. [*11590*] LINES WILL FORM AT MASONIC HALL COMMANDERY ROOM AT THREE O'CLOCK SHARP FULL TEMPLAR UNIFORM LINE OF MARCH FIFTH AVENUE TO ELEVENTH STR??? CROWLEY 8TH REG. BAND [*11591*] ASCENSION DAY SERVICES YORK COMMANDERY 55. K.T. CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST REV. AND SIR KNIGHT ARTHUR B. HOWARD PASTOR W. ELEVENTH ST. AND WAVERLY PLACE, MAY SIXTEENTH, FOUR O'CLOCK ADMIT TWO [*11592*] [*[ca 5-16-01]*] YORK COMMANDERY PRESENTS ITS COMPLIMENTS AND EXTENDS AN INVITATION TO ATTEND ASCENSION DAY SERVICES TO BE HELD AT CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST REV. AND SIR KNIGHT ARTHUR B. HOWARD PASTOR W. ELEVENTH ST. AND WAVERLY PLACE MAY SIXTEENTH, FOUR O'CLOCK MCMI [*11589*] [*[York Commandery]*][*5-16-01*] Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Concurrent Resolutions of the Legislature of Pennsylvania, commendatory of the Military Services of LIEUTENANT-COLONEL (now Colonel) THEODORE J. WINT, and recommending him to the President of the United States for promotion therefor. WHEREAS, Lieutenant-Colonel Theodore J. Wint, a native of Pennsylvania, who is now in command of the Sixth Cavalry, Regular Army of the United States, in China, enlisted from what is now Lackawanna County, in the War of the Rebellion, as a solider in the Sixth Pennsylvania Cavalry in 1861, while a lad of sixteen; served gallantly in many engagements during the whole of the Rebellion; participated with distinction in the various Indian Campaigns of the succeeding thirty years; distinguished himself in action in the Spanish-American War, during which he received an almost moral wound while leading his troops at San Juan Hill, and has recently added still further to his previous record as a gallant soldier while at the head of the American troops in action at Tien-Tsin, China, and WHEREAS, By such gallant and meritorious conduct, embracing nearly forty years of continuous service, Colonel Wint has honored the State of Pennsylvania, and WHEREAS, There is a generally expressed desire, on the part of many substantial citizens of Pennsylvania, that his signal services for his country, both at home and abroad, should be accorded more than perfunctory recognition; therefore, RESOLVED (if the House of Representatives concur), That the Legislature of Pennsylvania recommend to His Excellency, William McKinley, President of the United States, that Lieutenant-Colonel Theodore J. Wint, in recognition of his brace services, at the earliest day practicable, be promoted to be a Brigadier General in the Regular Army of the United States. RESOLVED, That a certified copy of the foregoing preambles and resolutions be forwarded to His Excellency, the President of the United States. Unanimously adopted by the Pennsylvania Senate, February 12, 1901. Unanimously concurred in by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, February 14, 1901. Approved by His Excellency, William A. Stone, Governor of Pennsylvania, February 18, 1901. 11593[Enc in Hawley 5-16-01]ST. VINCENT INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL. TELEPHONE CALL, No. 684. INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, 1886 Utica, N.Y. May 17, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of U.S. Dear Sir, Enclosed please find the Discharge of my cousin James Lanahan, in whose favor I wrote you a short time ago. He would like to get in the Supply Department, Brooklyn Navy Yard or the Army Building in Whitehall St. This young man has 11594been home for some time, but has not succeeded in getting employment. His father is old, and the family a large one, need his assistance badly. Thanking you in advance for what you may be able to do for him. I am, with the greatest respect, Yours very sincerely Bor. Anselm GENERAL DEPOT OF THE QUARTERMASTER'S DEPT. NEW YORK JUNE 1 1901 [*2702*] 2702 CHARLES SCRIBNER'S SONS. [*PF*] PUBLISHERS. 153-157 FIFTH AVENUE. New York, May 17, 1901 Dear Colonel Roosevelts- There is no hurry whatever about your seeing the pictures as we shall not make up the articles into pages for at least a month. In one of the articles published about your trip (in the Denver Magazine) there is a map of the region of the hunt. If you got an opportunity, will you kindly look at it; and if the region, etc., is all right please tear it out and send it to us, and we will have a better map made showing the same thing. Of if you will mark on the map with pencil any corrections that you have to make, we shall see that they are properly executed. I think that a small map would be of use to a good many readers. This, however, is entirely as you feel about it, because if there is any reason why the exact locality should not be exploited we have no preference in the matter. I sent you the galleys of the second article yesterday and you have no doubt received them by this time. (There is no special hurry to return them.) Faithfully yours, Robert Bridges Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. [*11595*] [*shorthand*] GEO. B. ZIMPLEMAN. ROBT. BRUCE. OFFICE OF ZIMPLEMAN, BRUCE & CO., Lands, Leases, Oil Stocks Bought and Sold. No. 317 Orleans Street. BEAUMONT, TEXAS, 5/17/1901. T. Roosevelt, Vice Pres., U.S., Washington,D.C. My Dear Col:- Yours of the 15th, Received. I will get all of the Fraudree papers together and will come with them myself to Washington, between now and June 8th, I am compelled to be in New York on June 9th. This matter is very serious and holds the liberty of one of the best soldiers of your regiment. If I was not acquainted fully with the particulars as they actually exist I would not touch the case. Faudree is by the laws of reason entitled to a pardon. You may expect me in Washington on June 8th Sincerely yours, [*R H Bruce*] [*shorthand*] [*11596*]THE METAL TRADE CONFERENCE OF THE DISTRICT OF NEW YORK AND VICINITY Meets Every Monday Evening at Eight o'Clock 67 and 69 ST. MARKS PLACE Borough of Manhattan, N.Y. May -17 -1901 Hon. Theodor Roosevelt. Dear Sir; This organization has instructed me to enter a solemn protest against the awarding of a contract to a penal institution for the manufacture of canvas covers for use in U.S. army, to the direct injury of honorable mechanics, in giving to convicts, or the employers of convicts, the fruits, which a great number of our brothers risked their lives for. That is a chance to make an honest living for our families, without having to compete against a convict colony, who has neither "honour" or "principle". Who have no food to buy, no rent or clothing to pay for. This dear sir! is the grounds on which we enter our solemn protest. 11597THE METAL TRADE CONFERENCE OF THE DISTRICT OF NEW YORK AND VICINTY Meets Every Monday Evening at Eight o' Clock 67 and 69 ST. MARKS PLACE Borough of Manhattan, N.Y., A copy of this will be sent to the Sec. of war, and speaker of the house of representatives. Respectifully, J. H. Cain Sec. Tres. [*11598*]LAW OFFICE HORACE E. DEMING, CORN EXCHANGE BANK BUILDING, 11 & 13 WILLIAM STREET, NEW YORK. May 17, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, N. Y. Dear Sir:- Mr. Deming has just returned from the Court of Appeals and is stopping at the Office for only a short while. Your letter of the 15th arrived this morning, and so soon as he can get enough voice--he is recovering from a slight throat operation---Mr. Deming hopes to dictate a proper reply. For the present, this note is sent to advise you of the receipt of your letter. Yours very truly Julius Haiy Cohen. [*11599*] [*[5-17-01]*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Washington, D.C. Dear Sir: Please pardon me for troubling you, but I am anxious to learn the initials and address of a Mr. Roosevelt, a relation of yours, who spent considerable time about Traver's Island during the summer of 1899 with a Mr. Geo. S Graves of New York. They were on a driving trip to Tarrytown and White Plains last summer during the week of the Fourth (July). [*11600*] Mr. Graves, I learn is now at Bloomingdale Asylum. I know he valued Mr. Roosevelt's friendship highly and for this reason, I would be greatly obliged for the address. Mr. Graves was a member and resident at the NY. Athletic Club. Thanking you in advance, I enclose stamp for reply to Hotel Normandie, 38th & Broadway, New York, as I am about to return home. Please mark the letter "hold". May I ask the above in confidence? Yours Very Truly Miss Ella I. Connor [*shorthand*] May 17, 1901 "Melrose Bank" Laurencekirk, Scotland. FRANK C. COOPER & CO. ROOM 163, WORLD BUILDING, POST OFFICE [BOX [???]] NEW YORK. New York City, N.Y. May 17th, 1901 HON. THEODORE ROOSEVELT, Oyster Bay, Long Island. Dear Sir:- Enclosed please find proof of Biography to appear in the next issue of The Biographist, an Editor's Hand Book. Will you kindly make any necessary corrections, or any corrections that you deem necessary, and return to us as soon as possible. Very truly yours, [*Frank C. Cooper & Co*] 11602 PF "TO FOSTER THE TRADE AND WELFARE OF NEW YORK." OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS: WILLIAM F. KING, PRESIDENT. JOHN C. JUHRING, 1ST VICE- PRES. ALVAH THROWBRIDGE, 2D VICE-PRES. JOHN C. EAMES, SECRETARY. CHARLES H. WEBB, TREASURER. GEO. F CRANE. MEYER JONASSON. WM. E. TEFFT. ADOLPH OPENHYM. CORCELLUS H. HACKETT. JOHN H. STARIN. GEORGE L. DUVAL. GUSTAV H. SCHWAB. FRANK SQUIER. D. LEROY DRESSER. JAMES B. DILL, COUNSEL. OF DILL, BOMEISLER & BALDWIN. THE MERCHANTS' ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK. NEW YORK LIFE BUILDING. S. C. MEAD, ASSISTANT SECRETARY. TELEPHONE: 9[?] FRANKLIN. New York Life Building. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO THE MERCHANTS' ASSOCIATION. New York May 17th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Oyster Bay, L.I., N.Y. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- Thank you for your letter of the 14th inst. I think I will not trouble Secretary Hay now about the Porto Rican matter. As you say, it has sort of blown over - at all events, nothing more can be done at present than what the President has done, that is to issue instructions that the new law be enforced with as little friction as possible. I know Governor Allen very well. I feel that he is a fine man, one for whom I have the highest respect, but as I wrote you before, I fear that he may not have put himself in close touch with many of the people down there. I would like very much to see him before he goes back. I understand he is in Massachusetts now, and that the Mayflower is being held at Fortress Monroe awaiting his orders. With kind regards, I am, as always, Very truly yours, Wm R. Cousins FOR THE MERCHANTS' ASSOCIATION. [*11603*]Circulation-ninety-six-issues-1,435,454 copies Average for 1893, 7,683; 1894, 10,137; 1895, 12,916; 1896, 18,444; 1897, 16,175; 1898, 19,100; 1899, 20,166; 1900, 20,000. Confederate Veteran OFFICIALLY REPRESENTS UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERANS. UNITED DAUGHTERS OF THE CONFEDERACY. UNITED SONS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS. FIRST FLAG. BATTLE FLAG. LAST FLAG S. A. CUNNINGHAM Nashville, Tenn. May 17, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir:- Some weeks ago I was visiting that charming and venerable lady, Mrs. Caroline A. Lamar in Savannah, Ga., and while discussing a tribute to Hon. James D. Bulloch in the Veteran, just from the press, she told me of him and his sister, who, she said, was your mother. She also told me of a pleasant conversation with you a few years ago in the St. Dennis Hotel restaurant, New York. The tribute to your uncle is so good that I take the liberty of sending to your home address a few copies of the Veteran. With great respect, Very truly, S.A. Cunningham [shorthand] [*11604*]Albany, N. Y., May 17, 1901. My dear Mr. Loeb:- I want to thank you for sending me the old copy of The Churchman, which is a very curious and rather interesting relic, which I shall be glad to put among our archives. Your writing tempts me to trouble you with a question. I enclose in this a note from an old friend of mine, Von Eltz, who is in very sore straits and very strong need of some occupation for his own support and that of his family. He is a gentleman, an admirable linguist, and while he thinks of a place as teacher, he would be very glad to have any position in which he could get employment. I wonder whether the Vice-President would be interested enough about the matter to think it out and let me know whether by an process I could make application that would be likely to be successful in securing him some place, if there is any to secure, perhaps in the office of the Secretary of State, or somewhere where his knowledge of the languages would be of some service. Give my very cordial love to the Vice-President, and believe me Always faithfully your friend, W.C. Doane [*[W. C. Doane?]*] [*11605*]BROOKLYN SOUTH DISTRICT EPWORTH LEAGUE Board of Control, 1901 PRESIDENT, HENRY KING, 1871 Atlantic Avenue VICE-PRESIDENTS JOHN J. HOLDEN, 344 Eighth Street MISS RUTH CHAMBERLIN, 41 So. Oxford St. JERE E. BROWN, Freeport, L.I. W. B. INGLEE, Amityville, L.I. REV. R.S. POVEY, 11 Strong Place FRANKLIN O. CASE, 17 Caton Ave., Flatbush W. WILLITT, JR. Lawrence, L.I. E. M. PRICE, Bellport, L.I. CORRESPONDING SECRETARY JOHN G. PILDITCH, 774 Quincy Street RECORDING SECRETARY C. W. BRIDGINS, 274 Forty-sixth Street TREASURER GEO. H. DOUGLASS, 888 Greene Avenue SUPERINTENDENT JUNIOR LEAGUE MISS ELLA M. CHADWICK, 498 Madison St. ASSOCIATE SUPERINTENDENTS MISS HELEN DRISCOLL, Parkville, L. I. MRS. J. J. CARMAN, Bay Shore, L. I. REV. W. M. HUGHES, Rockville Centre, L. I. ADVISORY COMMITTEE REV. J. S. CHADWICK, D. D., Presiding Elder DR. WM. H. JOHNSTON, 73 Fort Greene Pl. R. C. HUTCHINSON, 365 DeGraw Street E. R. CARHART, 1 65 Seventeenth Street ALBERT E. BOBO, 312 Quincy Street My dear Mrs. Roosevelt, The Juniors of the Parkville M. E. Church are to have a Bazaar on Wednesday, May 29th, and I write to ask if we might be favored with a small donation from you for one of our various tables. We are anxious that this Bazaar shall be a success and we would most certainly highly esteem your co-operation. Trusting you will not think me too presuming in bringing this to your notice. I am Cordially yours, Helen E. Driscoll Superintendent Parkville LI May 17, 1901 [*11606*]Conandaigua, NY May 17th 1901 My Dear Governor I am in receipt of kind invitation of Mrs Rosevelt and yourself to spend a night at Oyster Bay I shall finish here in a few days & when I reach home will consult the Daughter and let you know the result Very Truly yours Geo. W. Dunn Hon Theodor Rosevelt Oyster Bay NY. [*11607*][*F*] FLANAGAN, NAY & CO. COLUMBIAN BREWERY, 262 10th AVENUE. New York, May 17, 1901 My Dear Col. Roosevelt: You will certainly see me at Oyster Bay on June 8th as I have delayed my trip across the water on purpose to see you again. Faithfully William H. Flanagan [*11608*] THE NEW YORK AGE, No. 4 CEDAR ST. , BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN. FORTUNE & PETERSON, PUBLISHERS. AFRO-AMERICAN JOURNAL OF NEWS AND OPINION SUSCRIPTION $1.00 PER YEAR PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY. [*F*] NEW YORK, May 17, 1901 Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Col. Roosevelt I thank you for your letter of the 15th and your disposition to interest yourself in Mrs. Matthews case. I have asked Mr. Washington to send me a strong letter and I dare say he will do so. I think Mrs. Matthews knows Mr. Gilder. Twice have her [hear] secure a letter from him or while other strong literary character and when the whole batch is in will send it to you. The position she would want and could secure would not be in the classified service. Yours truly Thomas Fortune [*11609*]T. ST. JOHN GAFFNEY, COUNSELLOR AT LAW, 66 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. CABLE ADDRESS, "CALDRON," NEW YORK. TELEPHONE, 2875 CORTLANDT. New York, May 17th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay, L. I. My dear Colonel: Will you permit me to sent to Mr. Roche of the Boston Pilot, the following extract from your letter. "If I should re-write my history now I should not use the term, 'Scotch Irish.' As you may have noticed, I never use it in speaking of my own ancestry. 'Anglo Saxon' is an absurd name unless applied to the dominant race in England between the 5th & 11th centuries. But all of our terminology in race questions is usually employed incorrectly." The new history of South Carolina in the Revolution by Lt. McCrady. bears out my statement that the Scotch in spite of the fact that many of them fought for Prince Charlie were Tories, while, the so-called Scotch Irish were Whigs. Now I contend that the love of liberty in that element came from the Irish blood and not from the Scottish admixture, although some recent historians have insinuated otherwise. The heroic qualities amongst the Irish of the Revolution came from Irish blood and from no other source. In the same book that I have referred to I find that the Huguenots were divided upon the Revolution and the Germans neutral and indifferent, but if anything, predisposed toward the existing order. Some of the greatest Irish patriots had names that were hopelessly English Scotch or Continental, but their families had been so long settled in Ireland that the original blood was entirely eliminated. If the Barnhills, Potts, & Lukens had been settled in Ireland for a long period and had intermarried with the natives, you are 11610T. ST. JOHN GAFFNEY, COUNSELLOR AT LAW, 66 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. CABLE ADDRESS, "CALDRON," NEW YORK. TELEPHONE, 2875 CORTLANDT. New York, May 17th, 1901. (2). certainly right in claiming them as Irish Ancestors, no matter where they originally came from. Investigation will prove that the distinctively Scotch settlements were Tories during the Revolution. Very faithfully yours, [*T. St. John Gaffney.*] 11611[shorthand notation]OFFICE OF T. J. JACKSON, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. PHONE 133. Newton, Kansas, May 17, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay New York Dear Col, I hope you will excuse my intruding on your valuable time, You will remember a long time before the National Convention we exchanged views as your being a candidate for Vice President and our [*11612*] OFFICE OF T. J. JACKSON, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. PHONE 133. Newton, Kansas, 190 views were the same. But Kansas seemed to think different and you are Vice-President. I am glad. And it was my pleasure to assist to a great extent in sending from Kansas as a U.S. Senator J R Burton whom I have known since his boyhood, and who I think was instrumental in giving you that which you did not desire, and I am glad of the fact. And I hope that Kansas, may have the pleasure of [naming] presenting the name of Colonel Roosevelt for the highest position in the gift of the people. I do not know but I feel that our Senator will make a record the State may be proud of. And I hope that he if he has not may become personally acquainted - I take this time to write though late, to congratulate you on your inauguration because you will have more time to read this letter should you [?]. I am respty T J Jackson [*11613*][shorthand notation]NEW YORK LIFE INSTURANCE COMPANY, JOHN A. McCALL, PRESIDENT. THE GREAT INTERNATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY. Agency at Whitesburg, Ga May 17th 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President. New York. Dear Sir: - Away down here in the South, about sixty miles from the city of Atlanta, in the good old county of Carroll, within twelve miles from the little town of Carrollton, Ga, in the pretty little village of Whitesburg, is situated an institution of learning, called the Hutcheson Collegiate Institutes. Without boasting, I think I can truthfully say that this school is doing more to help the boys & girls who attend it, to become true men &noble women than any other institution in our state; but, we are handicapped on account of our poverty & cannot accomplish for these boys & girls just what we would like to do. To be brief, our school, is sorely in need of a good library. The truth is we must have it, & we want your sympathy not only but a little of your money, to be used in the purchasing of a five hundred dollar library. [*11614*] NEW -YORK LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, JOHN A. McCALL, PRESIDENT. THE GREAT INTERNATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY. AGENCY AT _____________________ ___________________ 190 _____ As an official of the institution I realize that our boys & girls, who our attending the school, need something more substantial than that which a mere textbook education affords - that is a broader culture, which only a store of general information can bestow. Be kind enough to honor us with your check for just such an amount, as you may see proper to donate & great oblige. God, will sanctify the gift to your good, the good of Hutcheson Collegiate Institute, & to His glory. Thanking you in advance & assuring you of our high personal esteem, with distinguished consideration I remain. Very Truly Yours. Barton Leake, Sec'ty. Board of Trustees. [*11615*]THE EVENING TIMES. THE SUNDAY TIMES. The Buffalo Times, Norman E. Mack, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR. TELEPHONE BUSINESS OFFICE, SENECA 587. EDITORIAL ROOM, SENECA 626. Buffalo, May 17, 1901. 1901__ My dear Sir-- WIll you kindly send us a photograph of yourself, for reproduction in a special edition of The Times, showing your connection with the Pan American Exposition? By so doing you will greatly oblige Yours sincerely, Norman E, Mack, per O.G. Victor, Sec'y. [*11616*] EIF OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR. [*H.P.O.*] CENSUS OFFICE. WASHINGTON, D.C. May 17, 1901. Dear Mr. Vice President: I am in receipt of the letters of Judges Spring and Kruse, relative to the retention in this office of Mr. Everett Spring. I note your endorsement thereon, and the same shall receive the high consideration to which it is entitled. Very faithfully yours, W R Merriam [*[MERRIAM]*] Director. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. [*11617*] Left side [*shorthand*] OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR. CENSUS OFFICE, WASHINGTON, D.C. May 17th, 1901, Dear Mr. Vice President: I have your letter of May 10th. I have directed the promotion of Mr. Weil to take effect the first of June. I do this on the recommendation of the Chief Statistician in charge. He seems to be a very capable fellow. Concerning Mr. Chapman: at present he is getting along fairly well and I hope will be able to keep his place. I certainly shall give him every opportunity to prove his usefulness in the work. With assurances of my personal consideration, I am Very sincerely yours, [*W R Merriam*] Director. [*[MERRIAM]*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. [*11619*][*shorthand notations*] State of New York Court of Appeals Judges Chambers Albany, May 17-1901 My dear Governor: Do not be discouraged for it will work out all right. So you live in the Second Judicial District? I hope you do and when I have received your answer will write you further and enclose Judge Clarke's letter. I am going to find a way to help [*11620*]you out for I believe it may be of great value to you to have the right to practice law. You certainly would succeed. Mrs. Parker will be grateful for your kind remembrance. An operation was performed on her some six weeks ago and she had a sorry time, but now she is gaining strength, although slowly, and is much encouraged. Give my regards, please, to Mrs. Roosevelt, and believe me, Very sincerely yours, [*Alton B. Parker*] [*11621*]MEMORANDUM FROM G. P. PUTNAM'S SONS RETAIL DEPARTMENT 27 AND 29 WEST 23D STREET NEW YORK TO May 17th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Dear Sir:- We sent you yesterday by Express copy of Rhodes' "History of the United States" and Maurice Thompson's "Winter Garden" as we cannot find that he ever published any book called "The Summer Garden", as ordered by you. We trust this will be satisfactory. We have also sent, by mail today, a copy of "Typee". VERY RESPECTFULLY G. P. PUTNAM'S SONS, PER [*R.W.*] 11622[*PF*] Shevlin-Carpenter Co. Lumber Manufacturers. Minneapolis, Minn. May 17/01 T. H. Shevlin. President. [*Lv NY 5:30 pm Sat. Ar. Chi 4.30 pm Lv. " 6.30 pm Ar Mem. 8.20 am Monday*] Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N Y,- My Dear Mr. Roosevelt: On further thought I have decided to write you a little more fully concerning your trip to Minnesota. I expect to be able to get Mr Earling's car on the Milwaukee, to leave Chicago at 6:30 Sunday evening and arrive in Minneapolis the next morning at 8:20. We will have breakfast on the train,so that upon arrival here you will be ready to take team and drive to the State Fair grounds; which will get us there about 10 o'clock. At 11:30, your address. My letter of yesterday has explained to you mainly what I expect with reference to Monday and Tuesday, but in addition to that wish to say that on Monday a large delegation of business men from both cities and the State at large will hope to have the honor of calling upon you at the very fine Cub House on the Fair Grounds. I would like to have you stop with me at my home, and will endeavor to make it as comfortable as possible for you. Kindly let me know how many there will be in your party. Sincerely yours, [*Thomas H. Shevlin*] [*11623*]Temperance, Industrial and Collegiate Institute Office of Prof. JOHN J. SMALLWOOD. Founder, President and General Financial Agent, Temperance, Industrial and Collegiate Institute Post Office Box Number 73 Mrs. ROSA E. SMALLWOOD, Lady President. Miss FANNIE E. SMALLWOOD, Teacher in Higher Mathematics and English. Miss DELLA S. CHADWICK, Principal Ladies' Department and Supt. of Dining Room and Sewing Classes. Claremont, Va., May 17th, 1901 To The Hon. and Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, New York. My dear Mr. and Mrs. Roosevelt. You will please find here-with enclosed an invitation to our ninth annual commencement. We would be very glad indeed to welcome you here to our humble institution, and there by letting you see our beautiful, James River School Farm, our plain humble school buildings, and work generally. We have invited, (and they have promise to come) the Hon. M. W. Ransome Ex U.S. Senator from N.C. Ex Congressman Geo. H. White, His Excellency, Governor Tylor, Rev. Dr. L.D. Lewis, and and Mrs. Rosa E. Bowser of Richmond, Va to speak before our Negro educational and teacher congress and the Negro Farmers Congress. This has been a most trying and a most discouraging school year. More school work than ever, more new, and poor negro pupils. many of whom we must feed and cloth; Our creditors are less patient with us, than ever. 11624Our saw-mill is burned. We must raise $1,200 with which to pay our hard worked and faithful teachers We must pay Mr. W. S. Holland, the sum of $1900. We must pay this money to Mr. Holland, or we must suffer a great lost and humiliation and see all gone after nine long years of hard work We are trying now to raise money enough to pay off all of our debt, and for once, in in our life time feel as though we could sleep at night. We are in need of help on this eve of our ninth Annual Commencement. It is hoped by all us, as teachers here, under great embarrassment, of labor and debt, we all I repeat would be glad to see you here during our "Week of Commencement". The life of the negro, is a hard one, especially if he tries to be the honest, plain, manly, man: His lot is casted mainly among those who do not appreciate the value of education. If it is possible, we humbly beg you now, to help us. We should thank you for any amount that you see fit to send us now. I am my dear Mr. and Mrs. Roosevelt, Most humbly, Yours very truly grateful. John J Smallwood. Pres. [*shorthand*]PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. F. C. TRAVERS, Pres't. A. F. TRAVERS,Vice Pres't. V. P. TRAVERS, Treas. Travers Brothers Co Manufacturers of TWINES, SASH CORDS. HAMMOCKS, MANILLA & SISAL ROPE, BINDER TWINE, LATH YARN, SEA ISLAND TWINE & C. OFFICES, 107 Duane St, 16 Thomas St. STORE HOUSE TAR & DYE HOUSE ROPE TWINE & HAMMOCK FACTORY WAREHOUSE 107 DUANE ST. OFFICE, 16 THOMAS ST. New York, May 17th 1901 Orders will be entered subject to the following Conditions: Strikes of operatives of any unavoidable cause will relieve us from prompt fulfiliment of contracts. Hon Theodore Roosevelet Dear sir Can I ask you to sign this petition for the Brother of Senator Eugene O. Cowen he is now one of our Port Masters and the politicians are doing the best to get him out. he is a [c?yyite] and is one of the finest men I ever met you will be doing a great act of charity- if you can do so without compromising yourself in any way Yours Frank C. Waverly [*11625*] [*shorthand*] New York May 17th, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt V.P. Dear Sir Your letter of the 13th inst received and in reply must say that I am sorry and disappointed that you could not do me that favor. I should have known about that franchise tax but forgot all about it. However you may rely on me in the future to vote for you as I have done in the past. And will do all I can with all my friends to get them to vote for you I was very much annoyed and disappointed because you did not get the head of [*11626*] The Officers and Members of the Bar Association of the District of Columbia request the honor of the company of The Vice President at their Fifteenth Annual Planked Shad Dinner, at Marshall Hall, on Saturday, May 18th, 1901. The favor of an early answer is requested. Walter V. R. Berry, Chairman. FENDALL BUILDING. The boat leaves the Wharf foot of 7th St. at 11 o'clock precisely. [*11627*] the ticket last time it is you that should be there you deserved it in many ways But hoping you will be on the top the ticket in 1904 and wishing you victory and sucess. Very respectfully yours Patrick J. Ward 105 9.th Avenue N. Y CityHungarian Republican Club. (Incorporated) No. 106 Second Avenue TELEPHONE CALL, 3917 SPRING. BOARD OF OFFICERS. Marcus Brann, PRESIDENT. Rudolph Theuman, John Blan, VICE PRESIDENTS. William Blan, COR. SEC'Y. Alexander Kaiser, REC. SEC'Y. Emil Nyitray, TREASURER. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. Andrew J. Tedesco, CHAIRMAN. Max Rechnitxer, Dr. Josua J. Roth, Dr. Alexander Rixa, Otto Winternitz, Alexander Molnar. Wm. Horwitz, SERG'T AT ARMS. New York, May 18th., 1901. 190 HON. THEODORE ROOSEVELT, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Vice President: - I trust you will pardon my trespassing on your valuable time, but the matter of which I wish to write to you is one of importance to me, so much so, that I feel justified in submitting it to your kind consideration. Mr. Charles W. Peasley, a friend of mine, and a fellow republican of the old stamp, a man about sixty-five years of age, who has honorably served his country in the Civil War, having been a first Lieutenant in a regiment of Massachusetts Artillery, and who is even now occasionally suffering from the wounds he received in the War, finds himself in the unenviable position of losing his livelihood, because of a technical violation of the Insurance Law of this State. Mr. Peasley is an insurance agent and holds a license from the Superintendent of Insurance, issued to him under Section 137 of the State Insurance Law, which license permits him to place insurance risks with foreign companies where such risks are not accepted by local companies; the law referred to requires such licensed agent file an affidavit with the Superintendent of Insurance, within thirty days after such risk has 11628Hungarian Republican Club. (Incorporated) No. 106 Second Avenue TELEPHONE CALL, 3917 SPRING. BOARD OF OFFICERS. Marcus Brann, PRESIDENT. Rudolph Theuman, John Blan, VICE PRESIDENTS. William Blan, COR. SEC'Y. Alexander Kaiser, REC. SEC'Y. Emil Nyitray, TREASURER. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. Andrew J. Tedesco, CHAIRMAN. Max Rechnitxer, Dr. Josua J. Roth, Dr. Alexander Rixa, Otto Winternitz, Alexander Molnar. Wm. Horwitz, SERG'T AT ARMS. -2- New York, 190 been placed, and to enter all policies upon a book which is subject to examination by the insurance department through its duly authorized representatives, and has for its object the payment of a three per cent tax upon the premiums so entered. Mr. Peasley paid the annual fee of Two Hundred Dollars in January last, and has since that time filed a large number of the said affidavits, and has also entered each and every policy upon his books, as required by law. Having recently fallen ill in consequences of his affliction, it happened that two or three of the affidavits werefiled somewhat later than required, and in one instance the affidavit was lost or mislaid, which omission occurred through the over sight of Mr. Peasley's clerk, during the former's absence from his office at the time of his illnesses; his license was thereupon revoked. The agency of Mr. Peasley constitutes almost entirely his means of livelihood, and if not permitted to do business as such licensed agent, he will be absolutely unable to mak e a living, owing to his advanced age. In view of all the circumstances, I most respectfully beg of you to kindly use your good offices with Mr. Hendricks, Superintendent of Insurance, if you can do so consistently, to cause the revocation of Mr, Peasley's license to be canceled. Incidentally, I would respectfully suggest at this early date, 11629Hungarian Republican Club. (Incorporated) No. 106 Second Avenue TELEPHONE CALL, 3917 SPRING. BOARD OF OFFICERS. Marcus Brann, PRESIDENT. Rudolph Theuman, John Blan, VICE PRESIDENTS. William Blan, COR. SEC'Y. Alexander Kaiser, REC. SEC'Y. Emil Nyitray, TREASURER. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. Andrew J. Tedesco, CHAIRMAN. Max Rechnitxer, Dr. Josua J. Roth, Dr. Alexander Rixa, Otto Winternitz, Alexander Molnar. Wm. Horwitz, SERG'T AT ARMS. -3- New York, 190 that since you did not see your wayclear to accept our invitation for our annual dinner in April, you might find it convenient to accept one for a banquet, to be held on December 6th., on which day will be celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of the landing on American soil of LOUIS KOSSUTH, after his liberation and rescue by an American Man of War, from his prison in Asia Minor, Trusting to receive an affirmative reply, I beg to remain, Most devotedly yours, [*Marcus Brann*] 11630[shorthand notation]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*110P*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 15 Oy K 21 Paid RECEIVED at May 18 1901 Dated New York 18 To Hon Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, NY Have Invoice Very fine strap leggings in Custom House may be delayed day or two. Advise latest date we can send! Brooks Bros [*Anna All right June 1st will do*] [*11631*]J. O. CONWAY, ASS'T INSPECTOR. Steam-Vessel Inspection Service P. O. Building, Room 161 New York, May 18 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt VP Oyster Bay N.Y My dear sir Yours of the 17th in reply to my request for an interview rec'd Am sorry I cannot see you but would not intrude on your valuable time if not convenient. The case is one that I could not easily explain in writing except at great length. The case pertains to civil service rights and knowing you are unusualy well versed I wanted to put the matter before you and ask your advice as to how to proceed. My case is a very unusual one and I am anxious to learn if there is any benefit or virtue in the in the Civil Service Law. I feel that you being a Bro Mason and a champion of the Civil Service Law I would be put on the right track. Perhaps you will see me on your return from Buffalo. It may not be too late then although the old adage "delays are dangerous" With sincere wishes for your self & yours our next President I am Sir Very Truly & Fraternaly Yours J O Conway [*11632*][shorthand notation][*shorthand*] Private. [*P F*] Office of the Commercial Bulletin, 282 Washington Street Boston, May 18 / 1901 - Dear Theodore: - I enclose letters from New Hampshire. Can you speak as the sole and only orator on [Saturday] Thursday August 29th at the State Encampment at the Heirs of the G.A.R. I wrote and asked them whether you were or were not to be the only speaker. Letter No. 4 is their answer. I cannot go myself on Thursday but you could not meet a New Hampshire gathering more favorable to you or likely to do you more good. You won golden opinions here among just the very men previously hostile. Frankly I didn't enjoy the solemnity of your address but it was exactly right and accomplished the one necessary thing. [*[GUILD]*] Affy, Curtis. Please remember me to Mrs & Miss Roosevelt [*11633*]THEODORE COX. 6 WALL STREET. NEW YORK. V. Greene and Chas. A. Hess. Any time you want to see me I will be glad to come to Oyster Bay. The matter relative to the State Committee is one for the future and can be considered when you are ready to take the League matters up in the fall. Please excuse any error of typewriting as I am working the machine myself. Very truly yours, [*Theodore Cox*] [*11635*] [*File*] THEODORE COX. 6 WALL STREET. NEW YORK May 18 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. Dear Sir; Your letter of the 17th inst. at hand. I will not move hand or foot until I see you.However, what I said to Mott and Totten was merely to point out strongly how much more the League could accomplish by working for your interests in the next Presidential campaign, than for any one else. It is needless to add that I spoke entirely on my own responsibility and in no way presumed to represent you. By the way, the Vice Presidents of our State League are Gen. Francis [*11634*] United States Senate PF Washington, D. C., Ellsworth, Maine, May 18, 1901. My dear Governor: Yours about your friend in Maine has just been received. Unlike the simple ways which prevail in New York and [New Hampshire] Pennsylvania, in Maine, we senators have nothing whatever to do with the small postoffices. They are left entirely with the representative from each district, and interference would make trouble. I will, however, with great pleasure, write to Governor Powers, in whose district and in whose county the postoffice lies, and ask him as a favor to me, to help your man. Unless he is committed to somebody else, I hope he will do this. It may be well for you to send Governor Powers a line. His address is Houlton, Maine. Whatever I can do in the matter, you may be sure will be done most willingly. I have seen something in the newspapers about your coming by and by to Maine. If you do, you must put in a few days at Ellsworth, where Mrs. Hale and I will take good care of you. If Mrs. Roosevelt is along, it will be all the better. I hope you can come, and if so, give me a few days' notice, that I may surely be here. [*11636*][*PF*] United States Senate, Washington D.C., Maine will be in a lovely plight for months to come, and it will do you good to breathe its sweet and honest air. With all good wishes, Yours sincerely, M McHale Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. [*11637*][*May 18, 1901*] ARTHUR HEWITT, MAKER OF PHOTOGRAPHS, EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY. The Hon: Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Ray L. I. My dear Sir, I take pleasure in sending you under separate cover six photographs = . I take this opportunity of thanking you for your courtesy and express again my desire to take some views of that glorious scenery in which 11638you live, if agreeable to you, I am, Sir, Yours with greatest respect, Arthur Hewitt May. 18: 1901 [11639] CAPT. J. H. MCCLINTOCK, PRESIDENT, PHOENIX, ARIZONA TER. SERG'T C. E. HUNTER, SEC'Y AND TREAS. ENID, OKLAHOMA TER. CAPT. F. MULLER, VICE PRESIDENT. SANTA FE, NEW MEX. TER. Roosevelt's Rough Riders Association. Third Reunion at Colorado Springs, Colorado, June 24 to 28, 1901. Enid, Oklahoma, 5-18 1901 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. My Dear Colonel : As the time approaches when our regiment will meet at Colorado Springs, in annual reunion, I am receiving many inquiries about it and particularly as to whether or not "The Colonel" will be present, I am anxious to know myself and I hope your answer to this letter will be "Of course I will be there" The indications are that we will have our largest reunion this year and I hope that nothing may arise that will preventyour attendance, with kindest regards I am Most sincerely yours, [*C. E. Hunter Secy-*] [[shorthand notation]] 11640For enc see 5-18-01PRESIDENT, J.A. JOHNSON, Mayor, Fargo, N.D. 1st VICE-PRESIDENT, CHAS. S. ASHLEY, Mayor, New Bedford, Mass. 2D VICE-PRESIDENT, J. ADGER SMYTH, Mayor, Charleston, S.C. 3D VICE-PRESIDENT, M.M. STEPHENS, Mayor, E. St. Louis, Ill. TREASURER, HON. THOS. P. TAYLOR, Bridgeport, Ct. TRUSTEES JAMES M. HEAD, Mayor, Nashville, Tenn. JOHN B. WEAKLEY, Mayor, Florence, Alabama. ELIAS GOODMAN, Alderman, New York, N.Y. SECRETARY, JOHN MACVICAR, Des Moines, Iowa. HONORARY VICE-PRESIDENTS. Alabama- W.M. Drennen, Mayor, Birmingham. California- James D. Phelan, Mayor, San Francisco. Colorado- J.R. Robinson, Mayor, Colorado Springs. Connecticut- Alexander Harbison, Mayor, Hartford. Delaware- James Kane, Councilman, Wilmington. Florida- J.E.D. Bowden, Mayor, Jacksonville. Georgia- Bridges Smith, Mayor, Macon. Illinois- J.B. Mount, Mayor, Joliet. Indiana- Thomas J. Taggart, Mayor, Indianapolis. Iowa- Frank G. Pierce, Mayor, Marshalltown. Kansas- J.W.F. Hughes, Mayor, Topeka. Kentucky- W.P. Small, Mayor, Owensboro. Louisiana- Paul Capdevielle, Mayor, New Orleans. Maine- F.W. Robinson, Mayor, Portland. Maryland- Edwin A. Seidewitz, Mayor, Annapolis. Massachusetts- H.B. Jenney, Alderman, New Bedford. Michigan- Robert Barrie, President Council, Detroit. Minnesota- J.G. Armson, Mayor, Stillwater. Mississippi- Wm. G. Benbrook, Natchez. Missouri- P.J. Kirschner, Mayor, St. Joseph. Montana- Richard J. Fitzgerald, Great Falls. Nebraska- Frank E. Moores, Mayor, Omaha. New Jersey- Norman Fox, Mayor, Morristown. North Dakota- Wm. H. Brown, Mayor, Devils Lake. New York- James K. McGuire, Mayor, Syracuse. Ohio- Samuel J. Swartz, Mayor, Columbus. Pennsylvania- E.F. Giles, Altoona. Rhode Island- Geo. W. Green, Mayor, Woonsocket. South Carolina- F.S. Earle, Mayor, Columbia. Tennessee- J.J. Williams, Mayor, Memphis. Texas- S.H. Brashear, Mayor, Houston. Utah- James Glendenning, Mayor, Salt Lake City. Vermont- H.S. Rock, Mayor, Burlington. Virginia- C. Brooks Johnson, Mayor, Norfolk. Washington- E.D. Olmstead, Mayor, Spokane. West Virginia- W.F. Hite, Mayor, Huntington. Wisconsin- David S. Rose, Milwaukee. Wyoming- W.R. Schmitger, Mayor, Cheyenne. League of American Municipalities. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT Fargo, N.D., May 18th 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir: - The League of American Municipalities, of which some three hundred of the leading cities of the United States and Canada, are members, including New York, Chicago, San Francisco, New Orleans, Denver, Detroit, Milwaukee, St. Paul, Minneapolis and other large cities, representing every section of the Union; will meet in Jamestown, N.Y. August 21st, 22nd, 23rd and 24th next. Will you favor us by attending as many of the sessions as you can and give us an address? If you will, I can assure of as hearty a greeting as you received when you spoke here last September. I not only ask this as personal favor of you but in the name of every city that is a member of the League. If you will favor us you can select your own time and subject for your address. Trusting that I may receive a favorable reply at as early a date as possible; I am. Yours truly J.A. Johnson President. [*11641*] HORATIO C. KING, COUNSELOR AT LAW, GERMANIA SAVINGS BANK BUILDING, 375 FULTON STREET. TELEPHONE NO.- 1513 MAIN. BROOKLYN BOROUGH, N. Y. CITY, May 18, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. N.Y. Dear Colonel:- I will communicate with Gen. Woodford. I understand that no appointments can be made without the permission of the Senators ( a new interpretation of the constitution of the United States), but I had the impression or the feeling at all events that the Vice President's wishes would find a ready second by thosetwo gentlemen. However it is better to be regular than right, and I hope for the best results. Sincerely yours, [*Horatio C. King*] [*Better come to our Reunion. And I pledge you my word you needn't talk if you do not want to.*] 11642PENNSYSLVANIA SABBATH ASSOCIATION. OBJECT: MAINTENANCE OF THE SABBATH LAW OF PENNSYLVANIA BASED ON THE LAW OF GOD. METHODS: THE PULPIT, THE PRESS, THE PRAYERS AND THE PURSE OF ALL WHO LOVE THE LORD'S DAY OF REST AND WORSHIP FOR ALL. Rev J. A. Marquis OFFICERS: REV. JOSEPH KYLE, D. D., ALLEGHENY, PRESIDENT. REV. D. S. LITTELL, D. D., PITTSBURG, CORRESPONDING SECRETARY. REV. J. S. M'KEE, D. D., BUTLER, RECORDING SECRETARY W. W. WATTERS, ESQ., PITTSBURG, TREASURER. REV. D. F. M'GILLL, D. D., ALLEGHENY, SECRETARY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, REV. J. H. LEIPER [*++ Rev. J. A. Marquis*] FIELD SECRETARIES. He who casts dishonor on the commandments of God, is an enemy of humanity and a foe of his country. 2315 N. 20th. St. Philadelphia Penna., May 18th 1901. Hon. Theo Roosevelt, My Dear Sir, I have a great desire to possess and read the books of which you are the author. I suppose you will not remember me. I have not forgotten an address which I had the pleasure of hearing you make at a banquet given in your honor in New York in 1895 while I was arranging for the conference of which I enclose a programme. I asked you to make one of the addresses, which you declined on account of the pressure of official duties. I am the author of two books: A "Sabbath Manual" and "Two Vital questions". I will gladly exchange volumes with you, although I am sure I will be much in your debt if my request is granted. May I hear from personally, I am very truly J. H. Leiper [*11643*]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*8 10 a*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 3 Oy K 16 paid 4 x RECEIVED May 18, 1901 Dated Buffalo NY 18 To Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Do you speak from manuscript Monday and if so may we have advance copy. Buffalo Review By Frank A Lewis [*11644*]New York May 18, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt: Vice-President of United States; Dear Sir: My gratitude to you have been renewed and strengthened by your kindness in writing to the Surgeon-General in my behalf. I went to Washington last Tuesday, had my eyes examined by Surgeon-General Van Reyfren, and was told the defect would be waived. Your letter, I am sure, had confirmed Dr. Van Reyfren in his decision. Sincerely & Gratefully Joseph F. MacGrail. [*116458}[*PF*] U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE BIOLOGICAL SURVEY WASHINGTON, D. C. C.HART MERRIAM, CHIEF T. S. PALMER, ASSISTANT CHIEF May 18, 1901. Dear Roosevelt: Since writing you last, I have gone over the bobcat question with some care and am glad to say that your series of skulls from Meeker has greatly facilitated the study and has enabled me to arrive at a positive conclusion concerning the bobcats of the southern Rocky Mountain region. When you were here I think I told you that I was particularly anxious to see large skulls from Colorado in the hope that they would prove the same as a very large specimen from the Uinta Mountains which we have had for some years. This specimen is an adult male. Your specimens are males and females of the same species, thus settling its status beyond a doubt. Since the Uinta specimen was obtained, we have secured a few additional specimens from points farther north (Idaho and Wyoming). The mountains of Colorado inhabited by this large species are surrounded by a much smaller species, Lynx baileyi, which inhabits the desert region and plains of parts of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Utah. Lynx baileyi is a very round-headed species, the posterior elongation of the skull exhibited by your Colorado specimens being entirely absent even in old males. The males of baileyi approach the females of the mountain animal. I am returning the bobcat skins to Gunther herewith. I should like to keep some of the skulls with your permission, but I don't want to be a hog in the matter. In this connection I want to thank you in the name of the Biological Survey for the superb [*11646*]T. R. 2. series of mountain lion skulls you have so kindly donated to our collection. I have already written you so fully as to the importance of this series that it is unnecessary to say anything further on this point. Your question about the deer is mighty easy to ask, but not so easy to answer. During the past 10 years I have taken up the deer question twice and have dropped the subject each time owing to insufficiency of material. Recently we have obtained a good many additional specimens, but still a number of broad and important gaps remain to be filled. I have been meaning for some time to get at the deer again and shall do so within a few days, and will let you know the results as soon as any are arrived at. Unfortunately we have never been able to obtain a single specimen of the white-tailed deer from any locality in the far west. This seems strange in view of the fact that I have made a special effort to obtain white-tail in the far west for many years. We have specimens from Texas and Arizona, but none from the Pacific Coast region. The Florida form is a very good one, as are the Arizona and Texas representatives of the same group. You probably know that there is a great big white-tail in the Rio Grande region of Texas, and a very small one in southern and central Arizona. The Columbia black-tail splits up easily into three forms, a small-eared, small-horned animal from the Sitka region and south- eastern Alaska, and a large-eared form in southern California. The mule deer or Rocky Mountain black-tail also presents several well-marked forms, and ranges, as you know, from the interior of British COlumbia southward into Mexico. I will let you know about these in a few days as soon as I can reexamine our material [*11647*]T. R. 3. in the light of the additional specimens secured during the past three years. In the mule deer group we are bothered by one or two perplexing questions of nomenclature which are dependent on unsolved problems of distribution. For instance, the earliest name known to us for any member of the group is Rafinesque's Odocoileus hemionus, the type locality of which is the plains of the Sioux River, South Dakota. Thus far we have not been able to get any specimens at all from Minnesota or Dakota. Those you have killed in the Bad Lands come much nearer to the original type locality than any specimens I have thus far seen. Very truly yours, [*C. Hart Merriam*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N. Y. [*11648*][shorthand notation]Copy of Original Letter [x] in part. Ottawa, Illinois, May 18th, 1901. Mr. Fred. A. Randle, Hillsboro, Illinois. Dear Randle:- Am just back from Indianapolis, where I met [######] and handed him report to send to [####], of which you will get copy June 1st. [######] told me some things I did not know. He says our strength about 1,600 in your Judicial District will vote solid, almost to a man for Hon. James B. Ricks, as Ricks is not an ardent admirer of Bryan and never was, besides he says Judge Cooper is believed to be of the coterie of local politicians who, with Cicero J. Lindley of Greenville, treated you contemptuously. I asked him what that was, and he said late last campaign the heavy expense of quite two years continuous strain to work up anti-Bryanism cramped you, and you furnished evidence of your work to the Republican National Committee [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] at Chicago, through Major A.W. Edwards, editor the Forum, Fargo, North Dakota. and that Perry Heath indifferently turned everything over to [xxx] Graeme Stewart of the State Committee, and that Stewart and Cicero J. Lindley and some local politicians in your vicinity advised ignoring you, which [######] says was done. He referred me to [####] at Cincinnati for confirmation, as that is where he got his information. I called [####] up, and he said he would write me to Ottawa, and I have just got his letter, enclosed find copy. [##################] I. was through five of the Counties in your Judicial District, and learned of accessions to our forces everywhere, and an occasional disposition to return to Popo-Democracy for the sake of "Auld Lang Syne" partyism, but this letter disposition is lifeless. Your advice to learn conditions and prospective conditions in all party lines as to apathy or vitality was observed. In my judgment there will be all sorts of pummelling one another in the next general Democratic Conventions both State and National; I think there will be apathetic complications and much disaffection in the Republican party of decided nature. When I wrote you from Alton 21st ult. I supposed 1,100 in your Judicial District comprised our strength, but I saw enough more to convince me it was more than that, and at Indianapolis [######] said [####] [xxxxxx] of Cincinnati told him it was safely 1,600. When I told [######] what I had advised you at Alton not to be active in local affairs, he laugh;-------------------------------------- so I stand in harmony and ask leave to withdraw my advice. Can you give one day a month to Indianapolis and one month to St. Louis ? Write me June 15th, here, as I will be back by that date. I will write yoM my successes [xxx] elsewhere. Au Revior. Most truly, and fraternally, W.A.R [*[?]*] [*Fred A. Randle*] [*11649*] PF R.B. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, WASHINGTON. May 18, 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, Oyster Bay, New York. Dear Sir: Your favor of the 14th instant, with letters of Hon. T. S. GIBBS, Dr. E. A. BALLOCH and Dr. D. S. LAMB, recommending Dr. CHARLES I. WEST for the position of Surgeon-in-Chief of the Freedman's Hospital,have been received and will be filed for reference in case a vacancy should occur. At present no change is contemplated, as Dr. AUSTIN M. CURTIS has given a satisfactory administration of the hospital. As you are aware, also, the position mentioned is in the Classified Service, and must be filled by reference to the Civil Service Commission. Very respectfully, [*Thos Ryan*] First Assistant Secretary. 11650PRESIDENT, J. T. LILLARD. VICE-PRESIDENT, J. F. O'DONNELL. SECRETARY, R. F. BERRY. TREASURER, SIG HELDMAN. BLOOMINGTON CHAUTAUQUA ASSOCIATION HOUGHTON'S LAKE, JULY 26 To AUGUST 5, 1901. J. H. SHAW, General Superintendent. DIRECTORS. J. T. Lillard, R. R. Johnson, C. C. Marquis, Maurice Levy, Sig Heldman, C. L. Schneider J. W. Rogers, H. C. Hawk. COM. ON GROUNDS AND PRIVILEGES C. L. Schneider, R. R. Johnson, J. W. Rogers, R. F. Evans, Paul F. Beich, Willis H. Post, W. P. Bolles. COM. ON RAILROADS AND TRANSPORTATION. R. R. Johnson, H. C. Hawk, C. Pingrey, O. F. Buffe, Guy Ela,. Paul F. Beich, C. W. Dooley. PROGRAM COMMITTEE. J. F. O'Donnell, R. O. Graham, Mrs. Sain Welty, David Felmley, H. C. Hawk COM. ON ADVERSITING. J. W. Rogers, C. J. Northrup, M. Levy, M. R. Livingston, George W. Du Nah. COM. ON TENTS AND TICKETS. Sig Heldman, C. C . Marquis J. A. Beck, W. L. Evans, C. W. Klemm, Gordon Cole, O. Mandel, Louis Fitz Henry, J. T. Adams, Otto Seibel. Bloomington, Illinois, May 18th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, V.P. of the U. S. Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- Would it be possible at all at secure you for a Chautauqua address at Bloomington, Ill. between the dates of July 26th and August 5 We would be most delighted to have you if it is at all possible. If so, will you kindly state terms? Yours truly, J.H. Shaw, Supt. [*11651*]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*3 P*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 19 ao K 5 Coll 3 RECEIVED May 18 1901 Dated Manilla Via Wash DC 18 To Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Passed Examination request appointment Taylor Forty first [*11652*]Wisconsin State Board JOHN M. TRUE, Secretary, Madison. of Agriculture. MEMBERS OF BOARD. AT LARGE; GEO. WYLIE, LEEDS AT LARGE; S. D. HUBBARD, MONDOVI 1st DIST; H. A. BRIGGS, ELKHORN 2nd DIST; R. J. COE, FT. ATKINSON 3rd DIST; G. G. COX, MINERAL POINT 4th DIST; B. B. HOPKINS, MILWAUKEE 5th DIST; GEO. McKERROW, SUSSEX 6th DIST; F. A. HUEBNER, MANITOWOC 7th DIST; CHARLES LINSE, LACROSSE 8th DIST; C. G. WILCOX, DEPERE 9th DIST; DAVID WEDGWOOD, LITTLE SUAMICO 10th DIST; J. W. THOMAS, ANSON STATE FAIR, MILWAUKEE SEPTEMBER 9 TO 13, 1901 BOARD OF MANAGERS. GEORGE McKERROW, President. S. D. HUBBARD, Vice-President. GEORGE G. COX. C. G. WILCOX. B. B. HOPKINS. Madison, Wis. 5-18-1901. Hon. Theodore Rosevelt. Washington. D.C. Dear Sir, The Wisconsin State Board of Agriculture holds its annual fair, at Milwaukee, Sept 9-13, next, and instructs me to endeavor to secure your attendance during one day of its fair. We have noticed that you are to be at the State Fair of Minn. the previous week, and hope that your trip can be so arranged, that you can be with us on the Wed. or Thurs. Sept. 11th or 12th - The people of Wisconsin would highly appreciate the honor that the visit would confer, and thousands would greet you. Yours Most Respectfully John M True. Secretary. [*11653*]Form 737-S-4-1900-50M. "BIG FOUR ROUTE" The Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis R'y Co. Martinville, Ind. May 18th.1901 Hon. James E. Watson, Rushville,Ind. Dear Sir:- I attach a clipping from the Indianapolis News regarding th son of Capt. E T Weakley of Shelbyville,Ind. Will you take the matter up with the State Department and try and locate him? This matter will make you many good friends of Shelbyville and Capt. Weakley and wife will be under lasting obligations to you. I am sure that this will be a good move on your part and in a good cause. I will appreciate any thing that you ca do in the matter. With best wishes I am very truly [*T. J. Hudgins*] [*Hon. Theodore Roosevelt . Vice Pres. of the U.S. Washington D.C. Sir: Inasmuch as the young man above referred to was in your [???] regiment, I deem it not impertinent to call your attention to the above communication, and to solicit your aid in locating this young man. Very respectfully, James E. Watson, [???]*] 11654[For enc see 5-18-01] May 18, 1901. [*PF*] To Vice President Roosevelt My dear friend: You do not know how glad I was to get your letter and I am taking my first time from school to thank both you and Mrs Roosevelt for your kind words and interest in just a little boy. Before your last letter came, I was looking at your first - Father had framed beneath your picture which - tells me there are greater things [*11655*]I go down to see my little sister (as I do all alone) at Garden City School and wish when they call, "This car for Oyster Bay" I was going to see your boy and you too. With love to you all I am always Your own Earl in life, than being a singer or an athlete and while I am still enjoying athletics, am the greater part of each day pegging away now for what I know you mean by the self-supporting self-respecting man you speak of in that letter. I promised you then I would think of it & I am now trying to keep my promise now every day. I think of you and your boy every Saturday [*11656*] Please fill out enclosed blank and return to C. E. HUNTER, Regimental Secretary. Enid, Oklahoma Ter. This blank is for the purpose of securing the names and addresses of all members of 1st U. S. V. C. (Roosevelt's Rough Riders) for future use, in assisting each other as occasion demands. Name ______________________________________ Rank when Mustered in _____________________ " when mustered out _____________________ Where were you mustered in ________________ What troop when Mustered in ________________ Date of Muster in _____________________________ Where mustered out __________________________ What troop mustered out _____________________ Date of Muster out ____________________________ Present P. O. Address _________________________ [*11658*] You are Specially invited to attend the ROUGH RIDERS REUNION At Colorado Springs, Colo. June 24 and 25, 1901. Pursuant to the provision of the Constitution of the Association of Roosevelt Rough Riders, the annual reunion of the Regiment is hereby called for the June 24 and 25, 1901, at Colorado Springs, Colo. The officers of the Association have been assured by representatives of that city that all preparations possible will be made for the comfort of the attending members of the regiment and the hope is expressed that every officer and trooper attend and experience the city's hospitality. As a general committee on arrangements on behalf of the regiment is appointed:-Capt. Fred Muller, of Santa Fe, N. M., Capt. J. L. B. Alexander, of Phoenix, Ariz.; Lieut. H. K. Devereaux, of Colorado Spring, Col., First Sergeant, O. G. Palmer, of Alva Okla., and Sergeant S. Bell, of Cripple Creek, Col. The committee will communicate with the citizens committee of Colorado Springs and will make all necessary arrangements on behalf of the regiment. JAS. H. McCLINTOCK, Pres. CHAS. E. HUNTER, Sec. [*11657*]You are Specially invited to attend the ROUGH RIDERS REUNION At Colorado Springs, Colo. June 24 and 25, 1901. Pursuant to the provision of the Constitution of the Association of Roosevelt Rough Riders, the annual reunion of the Regiment is hereby called for the June 24 and 25, 1901, at Colorado Springs, Colo. The officers of the Association have been assured by representatives of that city that all preparations possible will be made for the comfort of the attending members of the regiment and the hope is expressed that every officer and trooper attend and experience the city's hospitality. As a general committee on arrangements on behalf of the regiment is appointed:-Capt. Fred Muller, of Santa Fe, N. M., Capt. J. L. B. Alexander, of Phoenix, Ariz.; Lieut. H. K. Devereaux, of Colorado Spring, Col., First Sergeant, O. G. Palmer, of Alva Okla., and Sergeant S. Bell, of Cripple Creek, Col. The committee will communicate with the citizens committee of Colorado Springs and will make all necessary arrangements on behalf of the regiment. JAS. H. McCLINTOCK, Pres. CHAS. E. HUNTER, Sec. [*11657*] Please fill out enclosed blank and return to C. E. HUNTER, Regimental Secretary. Enid, Oklahoma Ter. This blank is for the purpose of securing the names and addresses of all members of 1st U. S. V. C. (Roosevelt's Rough Riders) for future use, in assisting each other as occasion demands. Name ______________________________________ Rank when Mustered in _____________________ " when mustered out _____________________ Where were you mustered in ________________ What troop when Mustered in ________________ Date of Muster in _____________________________ Where mustered out __________________________ What troop mustered out _____________________ Date of Muster out ____________________________ Present P. O. Address _________________________ [*11658*][*TOUGH*] HOOSIER BOY IS MISSING HE SERVED WITH DISTINCTION IN ROUGH RIDERS. After the Spanish-American War He Visited His Home and Then Returned to Mexico. (Special to the Indianapolis News.) SHELBYVILLE, Ind., March 28.-Capt. E. T. Weakly, of this city, is much concerned for the safety of his son, Lieut. Horace Weakly, who has mysteriously disappeared in Mexico. When war with Spain was declared Lieutenant Weakly was at Albuquerque, N. M., having gone there from Texas, where he was acting as the forwarding agent of an express company. Previous thereto he was connected with the National Guard of Colorado, being a fine tactician. In and about Albuquerque he recruited Troop F. of Colonel Roosevelt's Rough Riders. After serving through the war, Lieutenant Weakly returned here, where he remained a few days with his parents, when he again went to Texas, thence to Mexico. Letters were received from him regularly up to the 28th of last May. On LIEUT. HORACE WEAKLY. June 1, 1900, he wrote a postal card to two of his little nephews in this city from Ti Juana, Mexico. From that time all trace of him has been lost. Lieut. Weakly, being an Odd Fellow in good standing, the I. O. O. F. has been trying to locate him, but not the faintest trace has been found. Captain Weakly, the father, having exhausted his resources, will write to the Hon. Powell Clayton, minister to Mexico, asking him to aid in the search. Lieutenant Weakly was reared in this city. He is a graduate of the local high school, and was a fine type of the American volunteer soldier. His age is thirty-two years. He is not married. [*11659*] WINONA ASSEMBLY MATTERS.pay a balance of $300. until Jan 1902. Payable $100. 1st of July. $100 1st of Aug. Now I ask you this favor. Can you loan us $150.00 and accept the Masonic Apron as a present. also a note to the effect that we will pay you when able which will not be a dread in us but it will give us a chance to work with an easy mind the weather has been so bad that we can hardly and I am positive we cannot meet the payment on the first of July I write ahead so to be prepared the Apron I will pack securely. Atlantic City, N.J. 5/19/1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Hon. Sir I noticed an article in one of the NY. Papers in reference to your initiation into the order of Masons. Why I mention the above facts and write you on the strength of it; I have in my possession a Masonic Apron of the Original Scottish rites issued in Dublin Ireland A.D. 1811. it was my grand fathers. George Johnston and now is quite a valuable relic. As we are in a business [*11660*] in which we come in contact with all classes of people I have locked the apron up for safe keeping in my trunk My partner and I are lone woman without any Parents and battle this life together in a hard working way attending to business and protect ourselves. from scandal. as we are respectable woman with no one to thank for a dollar but our own toil & ambition. You were good to us. on a previous occassion now I feel as if I could ask your assistance in this case. We have a nice home here that we have picked up the furnishings Piece by Piece. and relet our store front to the Barnes & Erb Laundry Co of Phila for an office leaving us a front office and ice cream Parlor. Adjoining also our large dinning room and twelve rooms for boarders this is our chance now to redeem all our Previous loses. but we will have to work like beavers all summer We Paid $300 on this house $200 of which we rec'd from the Bre. Co. Now we must [*11661*]Hillsboro, Texas May, 19, 1901 Mr Roosevelt sir I will tell you wat I want my father was Solger in the Civil war he died and my Mather aplied for a widow pension I have sent sent certified Copy of Marige to solger I all so afiddvit of doctor all so amount of propity town. Bill and R W Hunt tom Bill was Sheriff for ten years he is chairman democats Hill Co He has nown Mother 25 years. Hunt nown Mother 18 years [*11663*] and express it to your address and pay you back the amount of the loan Just as quick as Posible. for we certainly will come out ahead this summer the neighborhood is composed of the better class of working people. and they spend their money freely also. Can gat respectable boarders. the season throughout. Now this is strictly confidential and awaits your reply wether favorable or not. We honestly are in need of the money and you are the only one we feel [*11662*]like entrusting with our wants I feel sorry to part with the apron in one respect in an other no as should anything happen either one of us. it would no doubt fall into the wrong hands. Yours most People Annie Bell Bell Sisters Bell Villa, 27 S Arkansas Ave Atlantic City, NJ.Hillsboro, Texas May, 19, 1901 Mr Roosevelt sir I will tell you wat I want my father was Solger in the Civil war he died and my Mather aplied for a widow pension I have sent sent certified Copy of Marige to solger I all so afiddvit of doctor all so amount of propity town. Bill and R W Hunt tom Bill was Sheriff for ten years he is chairman democats Hill Co He has nown Mother 25 years. Hunt nown Mother 18 years [*11663*] and express it to your address and pay you back the amount of the loan Just as quick as Posible. for we certainly will come out ahead this summer the neighborhood is composed of the better class of working people. and they spend their money freely also. Can gat respectable boarders. the season throughout. Now this is strictly confidential and awaits your reply wether favorable or not. We honestly are in need of the money and you are the only one we feel [*11662*]he is clerk in Co Clerk ofice I all so sent to other new afidavit all so tax colector afidavit to amount of property now I think and if they ar going send it I would like they would do it say so W.E. Carroll 415 Walnut St Hillsboro Texas 11664 Sunday May 19th, 1901. [*PF*] PORCELLIAN CLUB. My dear Mr. Roosevelt: I have consulted with Clark and we think the best time to come down to you would be directly after the Harvard-Yale boat-race which comes on Thursday, June 27th. Donald and Perkins would both like to come, and if you want any New York fellows such as Minturn, Belmont or the Rainsfords, [*11665*] I can ask them for you. We have spoken to John Trevor of New york, the President of the present Civil Service Reform Club out here, and we think of using this club as a nucleus around which to form such a movement as we talked of at Mr. Peabody's breakfast. Trevor is a good fellow and I think would be glad to come down to your meeting. It is very kind of you to give us fellows a chance to meet these men, and we, appreciate thoroughly your kindness looking forward to the occasion Believe me Sincerely yours Richard Derby [*shorthand*] [* 11666*][*May 19, 1901*] Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Sir:-- It is the object of this letter to bring to your notice a matter in which I feel sure you will take an interest. it concerns the welfare of men belonging to that hardy class from which the Rough Riders were so largely drawn, the cowboys of the Southwest. It may seem somewhat impertinent to impose upon one whose time is so largely given to public affairs a matter which may seem private in its nature. And yet this involves also [*11667*]2 a public duty, and surely one who has attained to your place in the hearts of the people will not turn a deaf ear to an appeal for justice. Therefore I beg and trust that you will not put this letter aside until you have given it your careful attention. I enclose a clipping from a newspaper of April 19th [*]* describing the execution of one Sam Ketchum, alias Black Jack, at Clayton, N.M., April 26th. In his last confession he declares himself and his band of outlaws the perpetrators of a crime for which three innocent men are now [*11668*] suffering. It is in regards to this3 matter, with the details of which I am well acquainted, that I take the liberty of addressing you On Dec 9th, 1897, an attempt was made to rob the Southern Pacific train at Stein's Pass, N.M. The attempt was unsuccessful, as the authorities were forewarned, and the robbers were driven off,-- one being killed and at least one other wounded. They fled into the Chirichua Mountains in Arizona, and were followed as far as Tex Canon by the posse. The robbers then sererated and the officers, after two days' hunt gave up [*11669*] 4 and went to a cabin in the neighborhood to get food. There they found six mend, three being owners of the ranch and the real visitors. One of them had a bullet hole in the leg. After some investigation they arrested these men and took them to Silver City, N.M. At the meeting of the grand jury they were indicted on three charges. In March, 1898, they were tried in the U.S. District Court at SIlver City and were acquitted, three proving a complete alibi. They were rearrested on a second charge [*11670*] and in Sept., '98, were tried again 5 in Las Cruces. Three again proved an alibi, but the rest were unfortunately unable to do so. For this reason and because the greater part of the testimony in favor of the defendants was not admitted, these three men, Leonard Alverson, William Waderman and Walter Hoffman, were convicted and sentenced to ten years in the Penitentiary. I was a witness for the defense and am well acquainted with the facts of the case. There is no evidence against these men which cannot be explained or refuted by the testimony of their witnesses, [*11671*]6. as was shown conclusively at the first trial. There is abundance of evidence to prove their innocence. The mere fact that they were at their home when the officers came there and made no attempt to resist arrest certainly tells strongly in their favor. they had plenty of time to cross the line into Old Mexico or hide in the wilder parts of the mountains, as the real culprits undoubtedly did. The statements of the officers show there must have been at least six men engaged in the [*11672*] hold up. Three of the accused7 having absolutely proved their innocence, the presumption against the remaining three is greatly weakened. You will recall that the six were arrested together, and their being so collected was from the officers' point of view a strong argument against them. The proven innocence of three utterly invalidates this point. Then, the fact that one of the prisoners was wounded seems bad at first sight, but proves upon investigation a strong point in their favor. According to the testimony one of the robbers was hit by a charge of buckshot as he [*11673*] was running away, and, from their8 relative positions, the shot must have taken effect in the back. The wound which the prisoner bears was made by a large calibre bullet which entered one side of the calf of the leg and came out at the other. As a matter of fact the accused were branding cattle in the country south of the Chirichuas some eighty or ninety miles from the scene of the hold-up. -- I believe on the same day. It was here that Hoffman was accidentally shot by one of his companions and was taken to the cabin at Tex, that being the nearest occupied ranch. [*11674*] Now in addition to all this 9 comes the confession of Sam Ketchum, alias Black Jack, when about to be executed at Clayton some days ago. The records of the courts at Silver City and Las Cruces will supply all further details; and there are, or were at the time of the trial, many persons whose names I can supply, who can confirm all that I have stated. I fear to tax your patience with the details of this case, but I feel very sure that an impartial investigation will convince any man that a great wrong [*11675*]10 has been done. These three men, now fretting away their lives behind prison walls, are cowboys by occupation, fit types of that class which you have so well termed "the sturdy democracy of the West." They bear good reputations, as many responsible men in Arizona can testify. Messrs Alverson and Waderman I know personally, having seen a great deal of them during the two years I spent in that part of the country, and I can assure you that they are strong, honest, loyal men, whom any man [*11676*]11 might be proud to call friends. The only motive for the attempted hold up could have been robbery. Now as at least two of these men were comfortably situated, comparitively speaking, it does not seem reasonable to suppose that they would risk the savings of years of hard work in this wild attempt. And especially does this seem most improbable when it is known that these men were building homes for themselves and expected shortly to marry and settle down to the quiet life of ranchers. [*11677*] 12 It is pitiable indeed to think how their lot has been changed by so unfortunate a train of circumstances, and I could not let pass this opportunity for doing something in their behalf. I write to you believing that one who has lived among the cowboys of the West and knows their many sterling qualities will sympathize with these men in their misfortune. And surely you will not consider it unworthy your position to befriend those whose friends though willing enough have not [*11678*] 13 the power to aid them. I am, sir, your very respectfully, Frank W. Liese #203 Front St. S.F., Cal. May 19th 1901. The delay in sending this, which I much regret, is caused by my not being able to use my eyes except for short intervals, making it necessary to rely upon assistance. F.W.L. (San Francisco) Cal. [*11679*][shorthand notation] PF Lay, Colo. May 19, 1901 Dear Mr. Roosevelt I was quite sorry to learn by your letter of 9th that the Lion photos failed to reach you and I will request my printer to send you another lot and hope they will not be too late to be of use to you. I am sorry you did not notify me sooner of the non receipt of them. I only hope this second lot will reach you safely and that you will find some that are suitable. Mrs. Wallihan joins me in kindest regards. Very truly yours A.G. Wallihan 11680REV. C. H. RICHARDS, D D., STATE PRESIDENT. REV. WM. C. WEBB, D. D., STATE SECRETARY The Evangelical Alllance of Pennsylvania, OAK LANE, TELEPHONE 8905. Philadelphia, May 19 1901 The Honorable, Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt My dear Mr Vice-President, I have a letter of introduction to you from Mr Colgate Hoyt., I would come at once to Oyster Bay, but I am not certain that you are at home. Can I see you there or in New York sometime next week? Yours sincerely Wm Chas Webb [*11681*]DR. CHAS. I. WEST, [*F*] 602 K STREET, N. W. OFFICE HOURS: 8 TO 10 A. M. 5 TO 6 P. M. WASHINGTON, D.C. May 19, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir: I have the honor to thank you for the kind consideration you have given me in my application for the position of Surgeon in Chief of the Freedman's hospital. Should I be successful in obtaining the appointment it will be my earnest effort to do my duty to the institution and to its indigent sick. I hope to be, someday, of service to you. Sincerely yours, Chas. I West [*11682*]JOHN G. WINTER LAW OFFICES 119½ SOUTH FOURTH STREET, WACO, TEXAS. [*PF*] Waco TX January 19. 1901. Dear Sir! I pray to plead or excuse for this note that I feel as if my acquaintance with you was a personal one and of long standing. I am no little perplexed on the subject of the application of John G. Jr. - my son, for army commission. I observe that a large number of appoints have been made - a very considerable number from Texas. I am told at times that all appoints have been made - then again that the class from which my son may hope, will not be taken up until after the Presidents return - it is said not until August. If you have observed the course of Genl Corbin in these matters sufficiently to be able to do so, & if you can do so, I would greatly appreciate it if you will give me an idea on the subject. If the measure is full & there is no reasonable hope, John had better know it & be relieved from suspense. He has been very easily "refreshing", in hope of a summons for examinations. If you can give me a line in some convenient spare moment, I will be grateful. I am dear Sir, Respectfully Sincerely Yours John G. Winter Col Roosevelt Oyster Bay. [*11683*][[shorthand]]252 Park St. Albany N.Y. May 20, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir:- My mother received your letter and wishes me to send her thank with mine for the interest you have taken in our behalf. We followed yours advice and went direct to Mr. Bored, who has given me to understand, that I may have the position. Yours sincerely, Richard N. Barrett 11684BLAKE REPEATING RIFLES. BLAKE ENGINEERING SPECIALTIES. John Henry Blake [No. 136 Liberty Street,] New York. 503 Fifth Ave. New York May 20, 1901 Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Sir:-- I am greatly obliged to you for your kind favor of May 10th and although no doubt your conclusions are correct, and the War Department would pay no heed to your recommendation in the matter of a rifle, it would seem that with your experience in the hunting field and service in the Army, the War Department would not do better than consult you in regard to service rifles. Again thanking you for your kind attention, I am Very respectfully, [* John Henry Blake*] 11685[*.400 Calibre Sporting Rifle*] [*236 Calibre (Navy) Sporting Rifle.*] [*.300 Calibre Infantry Rifle*] BLAKE ARMORY. * * * ROCHESTER, N. Y. East Main and Goodman Streets--One mile east Central-Hudson Station. [*Boiler Pressure Regulater.*]THE TISHOMINGO BANK. CAPITAL $25,000.00. R. M. HARRIS, PRESIDENT. M. V. CHEADLE, 1ST VICE PRESIDENT. P. S. MOSELY, 2ND VICE PRESIDENT. B. H. COLBERT, CASHIER. KIRBY PURDOM, ASS'T CASHIER. DIRECTORS: R. M. Harris, D. H. Johnson, J. M. Lindsay, J. F. McMurray, M. V. Cheadle, P. S. Mosely, B. H. Colbert. [* ✓*] TISHOMINGO, I. T. May 20, 1901. Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. My Dear Colonel :- I send you herewith a poem written by one of our kind --- A bred in the bone Texas ranchman. With best wishes for your future success, I am as ever Yours very sincerely, B H Colbert [*11686*] Bel Air M'd. 20 May 1901. My Dear Colonel, My respect for you personaly notwithstanding differences about public affairs is such and your love of fair play so great that I know that you will pardon my writing to ask that you will not let your friends especially those in New York City and State have any unfavorable impressions about me for truly my faults have been very little ones and I have lived almost as good a life as possible considering my surroundings and the many great temptations to which I have been subjected but have been constantly misrepresented by those who wished to control me. Whether one has resisted much is after all the important question. I remain very respectfully yours, Jefferson Dallam [*11687*]THE TISHOMINGO BANK. CAPITAL $25,000.00. R. M. HARRIS, PRESIDENT. M. V. CHEADLE, 1ST VICE PRESIDENT. P. S. MOSELY, 2ND VICE PRESIDENT. B. H. COLBERT, CASHIER. KIRBY PURDOM, ASS'T CASHIER. DIRECTORS: R. M. Harris, D. H. Johnson, J. M. Lindsay, J. F. McMurray, M. V. Cheadle, P. S. Mosely, B. H. Colbert. [* ✓*] TISHOMINGO, I. T. May 20, 1901. Vice President Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. My Dear Colonel :- I send you herewith a poem written by one of our kind --- A bred in the bone Texas ranchman. With best wishes for your future success, I am as ever Yours very sincerely, B H Colbert [*11686*] Bel Air M'd. 20 May 1901. My Dear Colonel, My respect for you personaly notwithstanding differences about public affairs is such and your love of fair play so great that I know that you will pardon my writing to ask that you will not let your friends especially those in New York City and State have any unfavorable impressions about me for truly my faults have been very little ones and I have lived almost as good a life as possible considering my surroundings and the many great temptations to which I have been subjected but have been constantly misrepresented by those who wished to control me. Whether one has resisted much is after all the important question. I remain very respectfully yours, Jefferson Dallam [*11687*]Chapman Brothers, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN Fancy and Staple Groceries and Provisions, Nos 17 and 19 West Washington Street. Phoenix, Arizona, May 20, 1901 Col Theo Rosevelt Washington DC Dear Sir and Friend, Col while the Prisedend was with us We the Rough Riders had the Honor of being his Boddy Guard. So we Considered it Quite an Honor Oh how we wished you could have been with us. Well Col as there will Take Place A Chang in the Head of the Firm of Chapman Bros of whom I have been with for 9 years Right A long. But after the 1st of the month I will be out of Employment And if it is in your Power and you Feel So Disposed to Give one of the Boys an appointment to anything you may See fit From Kitchen Police up it would be appreciated by A Good and True Republican Know Col if you Can Help me out any You will allways Find Me Right There. for Refference as to My Carector and ability will Refere you to Cap James McClintock Cap ALB Alexander [*11688*] Chapman Brothers, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN Fancy and Staple Groceries and Provisions, Nos. 17 and 19 West Washington Street. Phoenix, Arizona, ............, 190... Chapman Bros J. W. Dorris, Wakelin Gro Co The Atkins Dry Goods Co Charley Atkins and the Mayor of this City, Walter Talbot all of these live in Phoenix. Will Close Hoping to Hear from You Soon I Remain as Ever Yours Truly Dunward D. Draper, Phoenix A.T. of Old Co. B. 1st U. S. V. Cavalry [*11689*][[shorthand]]Fargo, N. Dak May 20, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt. V.P. Oyster Bay N.Y. My Dear Colonel, Your very kind letter of May 6th reached me at Indianapolis Wednesday, in which you suggested having Senator Allison write you a line in my favor, requesting my being commissioned a Lieutenant in the regular service. Senator Allison has just written me he has complied with my request and my Fargo friends are writing Senator Hansbrough to drop you a line also. How can I thank you for your kind interest which you have taken in my career during the past three years? My aim in life will be to always merit your approval, and believe me my love and honor for the "service" and "my country" will justify my entering the army as a life work. Faithfully yours. Arthur G Duncan [*11690*] Editor: W. H. FITCHETT, B.A., LL.D. THE REVIEW OF REVIEWS For Australasia. Managing Director: T. SHAW FITCHETT. Telephone 1606. LONDON: Mowbray House, Strand, W.C. NEW YORK : 13 Astor Place. 167-9 Queen Street, MELBOURNE, May 20th. 1901. Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, Executive Mansion, Albany, New York, U.S.A. Sir, Under separate cover we have pleasure in forwarding you a special copy of the April Number of the "Review of Reviews for Australasia". In this issue you will find reproduced the message of good-will and greeting to Federated Australia you were courteous enough to send us. The "Review of Reviews for Australasia" is practically the only Australasian magazine published and a copy of it should, for this reason alone, have some interest for notable men outside Australia. If, in some leisure moment, you can add to your already courteous act by writing us a brief note of comment on the "Review of Reviews for Australasia" you will render the magazine a genuine service and give pleasure to thousands of our readers throughout Australasia. Yours truly, REVIEW OF REVIEWS P'TY, LTD, T Shaw Fitchett MANAGING DIRECTOR, [*11691*]STATE OF NEW YORK EXECUTIVE CHAMBER ALBANY May 20, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, N. Y. My dear Colonel Roosevelt: Will you kindly inform me as to the status of the bill of Dr. Charles L. Dana for $250. which is sent to this department for services in the Tankard and Ferrara cases. There is nothing here to show whether it was authorized or not. Apparently he has already received $250 or $300 in these cases. Very truly yours, Jas G Graham Secretary to the Governor. [shorthand] [*11692*] D. APPLETON & COMPANY, 72 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK. LONDON OFFICE: 25 BEDFORD ST.(COVENT GARDEN.) CABLE ADDRESS: HILANDERG. May 20, 1901. Hon, Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President, The United States of America, Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- While we realize that it will very likely be impossible for you to do this, we venture to present a matter, which we think will possess some slight interest. We have been the publishers of Cooper, and we are now making a new edition of Cooper's novels. Cooper occupies so distinctive a place in American literature that it seems to us very well worth while to present Cooper under proper auspices to a new generation. We venture to ask whether it would be possible for you to write a short introduction of about twenty-five hundred words to Cooper's "Sea Tales," namely "Pilot," "Red Rover," "Water Witch," Two Admirals," and "Wing and Wing." We mean, of course, a general introduction to this group. The popularity of Cooper's History of the Navy and the effect of sea stories upon our own sailors, are points which we have felt might interest you. We, therefore, place the matter before you quite frankly, in the hope that yo may feel disposed to consider it. We are obliged to add that it would be necessary for us to have the introduction within two or three weeks. We have the honor to remain, Very respectfully, C. APPLETON AND COMPANY, [*Ripley Hitchcock*] 11693 State of New Hampshire. Insurance Department. JOHN C. LINEHAN, Commissioner. Concord, May 20 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Vice President, U. S. Dear Sir You have already doubtless heard of our desire to have you as the guest of the New Hampshire Veterans Association during the last week of August, through our Cenitro Guild. I most sincerely hope you can see your way clear to accept. If you do, no pains will be spared to make your stay pleasant. Sincerely yours John C. Linehan Chairman Committee etc [*11694*][shorthand notation]pamphlet on "Murder as a Money-Making Art" This infamy has already lasted for nearly two centuries and it should be the earnest wish of every member of one social Science Association that it should end with the beginning of this new century. I am very truly yours, John C. McKowen. To the Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Washington. [*11696*] Clinton, Louisiana, May 20th, 1901. Dear Sir: It is necessary to take life seriously when the social fabric of one's state and of its neighbor is menaced by the insatiate greed of any one class which has poisoned to death hundreds of thousands and is ready to spread death among other thousands of human beings wantonly for the sake of money. I have taken seriously the avowal of the American Social Science Association to purify the social heresies of American life by becoming a member of it, by attacking the greatest social crime in America and by invoking the aid of this Society to help me in my attack. Believing you to be an earnest worker against crime I invoke your aid as a fellow member of the Social Science Association and as presiding officer of the United States Senate, although I am opposed to you in political faith. Counting on the aid of the association and of yourself to suppress a social infamy I have taken the liberty of dedicating to both the accompanying [*11695*] [*PF*] Manila P. I. May 20th 1901. Col. Theo. Roosevelt. Washington D.C. Dear Col: - Your note of recent date received in due time and with much pleasure. Wright and I are both mining principally and hope to make a stake and be back home in time for next Presidential election. If you wont mind, I should like to bother you for a letter of introduction to Judge Taft or any of the Commission. I dont know that I want anything from them, but a letter from you would help me know some people I'd like to meet in a friendly way. Lt. Sweet]. (Segt. of "K" troop R.R.) is the new Chief- of-Police of Manila. He is making a record you will be proud of. Thanking you in anticipation of the letters etc - I am, Sir Very Sincerely Harry W. Nash. Manila. P. I. (Late Segt "A" Troop. R.R.) [*11697*][shorthand notation] Presidio of San Francisco Cal May 20th, 1901 The Right Hon. Theo. Roosevelt Sir I have the honor to inform you that I received your letter directing me to make sure and get the indorsement of my colonel. as the Secretary of War was appointing only those that received such indorsement. My Colonel recommended me ahead of all others in the regiment. Still those that were not recommended received the appointment. I wish you could do something for me. I have no political influence all I have is my record as a soldier I served in the English and Egyptian armies and promoted for distinguished service in the field. My service in the U.S. Vol is shown by the endorsement I received from my Colonel, I also servied in the 9th N.Y.Vol of 98, and in the 9 and 22nd Reg National Guard NY. for 8 year where i made a good record for efficiency, trusting you will be able to secure me an appointment Respectfully Samuel S O'Connor Capt 46 Inf U.S.V. 11698[shorthand notation] Pomfret School, Pomfret Centre, Conn. May 20, 1901 Dear Mr Roosevelt: I don't know that you are at all familiar with Pomfret, but we are anxious to know if you cannot visit us on the School Prize day. Wednesday June 19- and incidentally say a few words to us. We should much appreciate your presence here and I should give you a hearty welcome- With much regard I am- Sincerely yours, Wm Beach Olmsted [*11699*]J. E. ROOSEVELT GEORGE C. KOBBE JAMES A. SPEER LAW OFFICES OF [*shorthand notations*] ROOSEVELT & KOBBE, BANK OF AMERICAN BUILDING, 44 & 46 WALL STREET, New York, May 20 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, N.Y. Dear The: We filed the preliminary certificate of Clerkship on July 10th, 1882. I have no special recollection or anything to show just how long you continued the study of the law, but you may have some way of ascertaining. You never to my knowledge formally relinquished your clerkship, and I kept the pace warm for you - so to speak - for a considerable time after you ceased coming down with any regularity. In the case of college graduates, the law requires two years service of clerkship or study at some designated law school. My impression is that you also attended law college about that time. You may count on my doing anything I can to assist you in every way. When you began the study of the law, you may recall how earnest I was that you would keep it up and join forces with me, and, should you take up the law seriously, it would give me extreme pleasure if something of this kind might grow out of it. Of course, you know you would have to pass an examination for which you would have to make considerable preparation, owing to the number of technical questions which are usually asked. I understand a book has been published giving the substance of the past examinations from which you could get a very good idea of the subject. Do not hesitate to call on me in any way that i can be of any help or assistance. [*11700*]J. E. ROOSEVELT. GEORGE C. KOBBÉ JAMES A. SPEER. LAW OFFICES OF ROOSEVELT & KOBBÉ, BANK OF AMERICA BUILDING, 44 & 46 WALL STREET, 2 New York, May 29, 1901 With love to you all, Very sincerely yours, John P.S. Remember old fellow that my office is always open to you Ever yours John [*[Roosevelt]*] [*11701*] 27 & 29 PINE STREET New York May 20th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the UnitedStates Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Sir:- We are looking forward with much pleasure to having you with us at the opening of the Montefiore Home Country Sanitarium at Bedford Station on Thursday May 30th, and to have you make the opening address. If the weather is fine, we expect a very large attendance. The special train will leave the Grand Central Station at 10:15 A.M., and if you will permit, I shall name one of our Directors to 11702 -2- meet you upon your arrival from Oyster Bay and take you to the Grand Central Station; or we should be glad to make any other arrangements you may prefer. Meantime I have the honor to enclose herein the requisite ticket for the special train, and hoping that you will acquaint me with your pleasure, I am, with much respect, Yours most faithfully, John H. Schiff Prest*] 11703THE EDUCATIONAL EVENT OF THE YEAR. THE GREATEST ORATORS, MUSICIANS AND ENTERTAINERS OF AMERICA OCCUPY OUR PLATFORM ANNUALLY. BARNSVILLE CHAUTAUQUA ASSOCIATION. ANNUAL SESSION JUNE 30-JULY 7, 1901. BARNESVILLE, GA. May 20th., 1901. 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear sir: - You doubtless remember that we asked you last year to deliver our Fourth of July address, and we can't feel that we can invite any other speaker this year until we have renewed our invitation to you. Our annual assembly always includes the fourth of July and we have always had a prominent man in public life on these occasions. The platform having been occupied in the past two or three years by Tillman, Bryan, Bacon etc. We feel that you as a native Georgian would enjoy being with us, for we will certainly do our part to make your trip comfortable and your stay with us a pleasure. Our invitation of last year was seconded by Maj. J.F. Hanson, Vice President of the C.R.R. whom you know personally, and we are authorized to say that yo will be provided with a special car and every convenience to make your trip at this season of the year pleasant. We are not in the "low country" but high on the Piedmont Plateau and our summers are not oppressive. Our Auditorium is the finest in the South and perfectly ventilated and cooled with electric fans. We are aware of the fact that a great many calls of this kind are made upon men in public life, and as a rule, very little consideration is given to the matter of expenses necessarily incurred in making such trips. We know that you would not come down and speak for us for a monetary consideration but we can't afford to tender this invitation without stating that we are prepared and willing to contribute $200 to 11704The Educational Event of the Year The Geratomy Orators, Musicians and Entertainers of America Occupy Our Platform Annualy. Barnesville Chatauqua Association. Annual Session June 30 - July 7 1901 Barnesville, GA ________________________ 1901 $250, towards your expenses over and above furnishing you the private car and free transportation both ways. We hope this will have your careful considerantion and trust it shall be our great pleasure to have your acceptance. Yours truly, W.B. Smith Pres. Barnesville Chautauqua Association. 11705 [*[May 20, 1901]*] [*PF*] WILLIAM A. OTIS & CO. BANKERS AND BROKERS, COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO. WILLIAM A. OTIS. PHILIP B. STEWART. WILLIAM P. SARGEANT. FRANCIS GILPIN. My dear Colonel Roosevelt, I am in receipt of the last report of the Game & Fish Commission of New York which Mr Cheney informs me was addressed to me by your request. I thank you warmly for it. It is an admirable work which I am delighted to possess. We are struggling with the Rough Riders reunion. In my absence the burden of arranging for them was put on me. I do not personally believe it an idolatrous hurrah with red lights. The boys have had this on a large scale in the past two reunions, and at this distance from the Spanish war, with the diminished numbers certain to appear this year [*11706*] WILLIAM A. OTIS & CO. BANKERS AND BROKERS. COLORADO SPRINGS. COLORADO. WILLIAM A. OTIS. PHILIP B. STEWART. WILLIAM P. SARGEANT. FRANCIS GILPIN. 2 And in succeeding years it seems to me judicious to tone the event down somewhat. The entertainment should be cordial and suitable, but the extravagance in [?] & display can be cut out without failing in thorough hospitality. We do not yet know how many are likely to appear. I am likely to be east in middle [?], If I do, I shall hope to find you sufficiently at leisure to pass a reminiscent word of the days of chocolate & dish & "cat" and fresh air. I have taken up polo at which sooner or later I shall break my neck. I remain very cordially Philip B Stewart May 20th 1901 [*11707*]PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTIVE F. C. Travers Prest. A. F. Travers. Vice Prest. V. P. Travers, Treas. Travers Brothers Co Manufacturers TWINES. SASH CORDS. HAMMOCKS. MANILLA & SISAL ROPE. BINDER TWINE. LATH YARN. SEA ISLAND TWINE & C. OFFICES. 107 Duane St, 16 Thomas St . New York, May 20th 1901 Orders will be entered subject to the following conditions: Strikes of operations or any unavoidable cause will relieve us from prompt fulfillment of contract. ROPE TWINE & HAMMOCK FACTORY. Hon Theodore Roosevelt Dr. Sir Yours recvd and noted you are right and I thank you very much I would not have Bothered you but I could not decline asking you Yours, Frank. C. Travers [*11708*] HENRY L. TURNER & CO. ESTABLISHED 1876 BANKERS AND FINANCIAL AGENTS 100 WASHINGTON STREET CHICAGO. May 20th, 1901 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Colonel: Yours of May 17th is received. Do not put yourself out in the matter of Halls Chaplaincy on my account. My letter to you was written on the supposition that all that was necessary was that you should know Hall was all right. I prize our personal friendship too highly to even call on you for favors for myself or friends. I want you to remember that I am your friend for what you are -not what you can get for me or my associates. This much in explanation of a letter written with great reluctance and under a misapprehension of facts. Yours Sincerely Henry L. Turner 11709 I do hope you won't think me awfully "cheeky" in writing to you & in asking to be able to see you sometime but there are so few people who know anything about this country. If I seem to you to have taken a liberty please excuse. Sincerely Stanley Washburn Box 6 Williamstown Williams College, Mass Williamstown, Mass May 20th. 1901 My dear Gov Roosevelt. Please pardon the liberty I take in addressing you in that I don't know you. However I believe I am not a total stranger as I have worried you with my correspondence before. Anyway I believe you know my father W. D. Washburn of Minnesota & I think also my brother. The reason I write now is this- Am going on [*11710*] North along the Frazier River to where it makes the big loop to the South. I have heard that there is a Pass Eastward through the mountains about 40 or 50 miles South of where the Pearl River goes through the Canon. Do you know anything about it? I presume you are dreadfully busy but I should be a thousand times indebted to you if I could have a few minutes conversation on the subject sometime between now and early part of June. an extended hunting trip into British Columbia this Summer & am hunting for information. I think you have been in the region where I am going and thought you might know something about trails - passes through mountains etc. I want to start in at Loggon on C.P.R. and go North to Yellow Head Pass. I have been unable to find out much about the country. Do you know if we can get through that Pass with a pack train? From thence want to go [*11711*] Monday 20 May 1901 MADISON AVE & 42ND ST. NEW YORK Dear Roosevelt I have been doing my best to find you since Saturday- on My return from West Point. And now see by the evening print that you are in Buffalo. I enjoyed a little dinner with my dear good friend 11712Howard Townsend, this evening. We did not talk it all but left some for another time. I go from here to Pittsburgh Wednesday evening to meet the survivors of my old Cavalry (the 4th Pa. regt. vols. (61-5.) thence to a dinner in Phil. and thence to Washington. Where my address is 1601-21st Street. I appreciate most sincerely your kind words on my promotion. And want to see and thank you in person for your steadfast friendship which I prize most highly I expect to start for the Pacific Coast on or about June 15th. to relieve Shafter on. if not before. June 30th. Yours sincerely SBM Young [shorthand] [*11713*] THE NATIONAL ENCYCLOPEDIA COMPANY 960-962-964 ROSE BUILDING. Cleveland, O. May 20, 1901. V.P. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York, Dear Col. Roosevelt: - Your favor of May 15 was mis-addressed. You addressed it to Chicago instead of Cleveland. Of course, we shall not make known the source of our information. Considering the possibilities of 1904, we verily believe that a chapter about yourself will be the best possible campaign document to secure the Jewish votes, which you well know how to appreciate, for the 17,000 majority you received in New York, during your gubernatorial campaign in 1898, was due, beyond question, to your canvass amongst the east side Hebrews, the working classes, for you well know that a rich Jew, as a rule, has his own way. There being now in New York, city and state, over 90,000 Jewish votes of the Jewish working man, mostly Russians, we believe that some of your speeches delivered down town would be a most effective instrument to gain their favor, and to be kept by them in faithful remembrance at the proper time. This company consists of strong, stalwart Republicans, who admire you, and are willing to prepare the way towards success, for our Jewish National Encyclopedia have a Jewish staff of editors, several from New York, who are your stanchest friends and admirers. We would therefore ask you to send us something about what you said to the Jews of the working classes, for you may recall that on Oct. 28, they were manipulated by the leading Democratic Jews of New York, mainly Strauss, Randolph, 11714 THE NATIONAL ENCYCLOPEDIA COMPANY, 960-962-964 ROSE BUILDING. CLEVELAND, O. May 20, 1901. Guggenheimer, and others, resulting in the greatest meeting ever held in the United States in any campaign, over 100,000 down town, East Side Jewish working men going over as a body to Bryan, nay, the Jewish Daily News, which was your most faithful supporter during your gubernatorial canvass, and where you published your affidavit, to counteract the slanders spread against you by one Hirsch, that you were the enemy of the Jews. I say that very paper, being paid by the party during the recent campaign, issuing for the Jewish New Year, that great MvKinley and Roosevelt prosperity issue turned in favor of Bryan, the day after the meeting, when the publishers saw the outpouring of their leaders all shouting for Bryan. We believe that one of our editors has great influence with the Jewish Daily News, and he can aid you in bringing the influence of that paper under your control, for that paper actually controls the masses of the Russian, Polish, and Hungarian Jews, their paper being read all over the United States, especially in all the homes of those people in Chicago, Cincinnati, and St. Louis, and in this city, even they now control the political field. By the way, there are in this city, two Jews, one name Wile, only last Friday elected treasurer of the leading Republican Organization, which controls Cuyahoga county at will, and he holds all the reins in his hands, having elected this time the Democratic city government, for reasons of local character. There is another, a Russian Jew, Hirschberg, who aids him in controlling the Russian vote. There is one Gross, editing the Hungarian paper, who controls the Hungarian votes, and there are thousands, of them not 11715THE NATIONAL ENCYCLOPEDIA COMPANY, 960-962-964 ROSE BUILDING. CLEVELAND, O. May 20, 1901. Jews, this being the greatest Hungarian colony in the United States. With all these men a great deal can be done, and work ought to be resumed as soon as possible, because others will be in the field. Mr. Hanna himself seems to be climbing for 1904, but he is so unpopular in this city and state that you need not fear him, and that want of popularity has turned the city over to Tom Johnson. This is written to you confidentially by one of your New York friends, now on our staff. We therefore repeat, give us something good in your history to favor the Russians and the working classes. Please give us also the 40 names of those Jewish policemen, and the Sergeant that commanded them, and we want to get the Sargeant's picture for this encyclopedia, illustrating your chapter. Give us also your address delivered before the Hebrews in Atlantic City. We shall stint no space. The longer the better, and have it written out precisely as you would have it appear. Of course, as with this letter, it will be all confidential as to the source. Give us the names of Jews you have on your staff, and other appointments you have made while governor. We shall be always happy to serve you, and verily believe you are the coming man, if you and your friends will be wide awake. Very respectfully yours, The Editor-in-chief. [*[???]*] P.S. The members of this firm are not Hebrews. The President is C. S. Britton and the V. President and Manager is J.C. Drayton. 11716Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*1 21 P*] NUMBER 6 SENT BY Oy REC’D BY K CHECK 17 Paid RECEOVED at : May 21 1901 Dated: Cincinnati, O 21 To: Hon Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Sam Shriner passed [away] quickly away last night your letter to me expressed your concern regarding his illness N. H Davis [*11717*] GEORGE W. GIBBONS. DANIEL T. KIMBALL. Cable, Amarus. Telephone Call, 5014 Cortlandt. GIBBONS & KIMBALL, Attorneys and Counsellors at Law, 245 Broadway, [*Send speech at Buffalo *] New York City. In Re Manhattan, 5/21/1901 My Dear Mr R. I read extracts of your speech as published in N.Y. papers at the opening of the Exposition. Your amendments on the Monroe Doctrine are an Improvement so much so that every American who has any love for our institutions clearly understand and appreciates You could add farther that experiments in making new governments should not be encouraged. Our new acquisitions [*11718*]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*1 21 P*] NUMBER 6 SENT BY Oy REC’D BY K CHECK 17 Paid RECEIVED at : May 21 1901 Dated: Cincinnati, O 21 To: Hon Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Sam Shriner passed [away] quickly away last night your letter to me expressed your concern regarding his illness N. H Davis [*11717*] GEORGE W. GIBBONS. DANIEL T. KIMBALL. Cable, Amarus. Telephone Call, 5014 Cortlandt. GIBBONS & KIMBALL, ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW, 245 BROADWAY, NEW YORK CITY. [*Send speech at Buffalo*] [*shorthand*] In Re___________________________________ Manhattan, 5/21/1901 My Dear Mr R. I read extracts of your speech as published in N.Y. papers at the opening of the Exposition. Your amendments on the Monroe Doctrine are an Improvement so much so that every American who has any love for our institutions clearly understand and appreciates You could add farther that experiments in making new governments should not be encouraged. Our new acquisitions [*11718*]should be treated as new an additional Territory. Our Flag should never be taken down. Let this be the Roosevelt Doctrine. I can clearly see the Handwriting on the wall. I have Every Confidence in your honor and fidelity to out Institutions and your unswerving Patriotism. I shall do my utmost as an American to Give publicity to the sentiments I feel I know of only one man who can rule this Country and that man is yourself so we shall prepare for 1904 P.S. Send me your Buffalo Truly your speech Geo W Gibbons Prest American Annexation League New York City, May 21st, 1901. 706 Sixth Avenue. Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Washington, D.C. Your Honor: - After almost a year of patient waiting for an opportunity when you would not be so much occupied, I venture now to ask you for a short personal interview at your earliest convenience when passing through this city. I took the liberty August 28th, 1897, when in Sucre, Bolivia, South America, to send you a letter regarding South American politics in general, and particularly of the possibility of the acquisition by the U.S. Government of a coaling station on the Pacific. I also gave you data on the Tacna-Arica question, also discussed the feasibility of establishing a protectorate over Bolivia, as a check to the Chile-English policy pursued toward Bolivia, and many other things. Trusting you may be inclined to gratify my request, I remain, Your obedient servant, [*T. W. Granert [GRANERT]*] [*shorthand*] 11719[For enc see 5-21-01]The New York Christian Conference FOR LOCAL CHRISTIAN WORKERS Planned after the Meetings at Northfield and Mildmay (England) 1901 Saturday August 31st, to Thursday, September 5th, inclusive, at Sea Cliff, Long Island A.M. HADDEN, President, 16 West 51st Street, Manhattan FRANK HARVEY FIELD, Vice-President, 44 Court Street, Brooklyn FRANCIS HALPIN, Treasurer, Chemical Nat'l Bank, 270 Broadway, Manhattan CHARLES BOLTE, Secretary, 17 1/2 Dominick Street, Manhattan Executive Committee MARIA LOUISE (Mrs. C.E.) BEEBE CHARLES BOLTE Rev. J. WILBUR CHAPMAN, D.D. FRANK HARVEY FIELD ALEXANDER M. HADDEN Rev. WALTER LAIDLAW, Ph.D. MARY McELROY JOHN W. MILES Rev. FRANK MASON NORTH, D.D. Rev. LEIGHTON WILLIAMS MORNAY WILLIAMS M.V.R. WEYANT D.E. YARNELL, M.D. COMMITTEES Time and Place JOHN W. MILES, Chairman 208 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan Scope and Plan Rev. LEIGHTON WILLIAMS, Chairman 312 West 54th Street, Manhattan Ways and Means Chairman Advertising MORNAY WILLIAMS, Chairman 59 Wall Street, Manhattan Press M.V.R. WEYANT, Chairman 509 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn Hospitality CHARLES BOLTE, Chairman 17 1/2 Dominick Street, Manhattan Publication Rev. WALTER LAIDLAW, Chairman 11 Broadway, Manhattan Permanent Constitution Rev. R.M. LUTHER, D.D., Chairman South Orange, N.J. New York, May 21, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Dear Sir: At the suggestion of a member of the Executive Committee, you are cordially invited to become a member of the General Committee of this Conference. No serious demand upon your time is involved as the duties of the General Committee are: - To meet once a year and elect a President and Executive Committee. To extend sympathy and moral support. To contribute five dollars (or more) annually toward the expense of the Conference. Members of the General Committee are invited to attend and vote at any meeting of the Executive Committee. We trust you will permit us to add your name to the roll. Respectfully, Alexander M. Hadden President. [*11720*][For enc see 5-21-01]The University of Chicago FOUNDED BY JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER Office of the President CHICAGO May 21, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. My dear Mr. Roosevelt: I appreciate very much indeed the fact that you are crowded with work, and so we must excuse you on the Fourth of July. But, can we not arrange for you to visit us in August thirty- first? This will be our Autumn convocation. We will have the same audience that we would have on the Fourth of July. By that time, I am sure you will have something that you will wish to say to the public. Is it not possible? Very truly yours, [*William R Harper*] [*11721*]A. B. HARRINGTON, NOTARY PUBLIC, GENERAL FIRE, ACCIDENT & LIFE INSURANCE AGT. Money to loan on Bond and Mortgage, Real Estate sold or exchanged and Collections made in all parts of the UNITED STATES and CANADA. Business solicited and promptly executed. Alexander, N. Y, May. 21st [189] 1901 Honorable, Theodore, Roosevelt, , Esq Vice . President of the United, States Washington D. C. Dear Sir, and . Comrade: I write to ask you if there is any way, Henry Clay Evans Commissioner of Pensions Can be reached, Whereby a poor widow of a soldier can obtain her Pension. Sometime in the Summer of (1900) I made application for Mrs. Esther A. Smith , to Milo B Stevens and Co. to have her name placed upon the Pension Rolls of the U.S.A. And all evidence asked for has been furnished the Pension Bureau and as yet she has no Pension for herself or her child under 16 years of age and also the ballance of Pension due her husband at his death. This woman is very needy and poor- all she has to keep the wolf from the door, is what she earns by doing common sewing. She is a slender woman and often times has hemorages of the lungs. I have written our Congressman about the matter [*11722*]A.B. HARRINGTON. NOTARY PUBLIC. GENERAL FIRE, ACCIDENT & LIFE INSURANCE AGT. Money to loan on Bond and Mortgage, Real Estate sold or exchanged and Collections made in all parts of the UNITED STATES and CANADA. Business solicited and promptly executed. Alexander N. Y, 189 And he had the case called up, and the Commissioner asked for additional Evidence which has been furnished him long ago. And still the case hangs fire I wish if you possibly Could you would go over to the office of Milo B. Stevens and Company and go with them to the Commissioner of Pensions and ask that her case be made special and have it dispensed of. So this Poor unfortunate woman can have the money while it will do her some good. I have met you several times and I know that you have the sand and push about you that if you will take hold of this matter this poor woman will soon have her money; thanking you in advance for whatever you can or may do, I remain verry Respectfully yours, A.B. Harrington A veteran of the Civil War from (1863) until the war closed. [*11723*]1862. 1901. Patriotism. Liberty. Humanity. Officers: James W. Poe, President. J. C. Hill, Vice President. L. A. Wiles, Secretary. Campaign Committee: J. C. Hill, Chairman. J. M. Lee. N. T. Bell. HEADQUARTERS LINCOLN = EMANCIPATION LEAGUE. Ex-Officio: James W. Poe, L. A. Wiles --- Delegates. C. H. [Strother?], J. C. Hill, F. S. [Golden?]. 408 S. Cap. St. Washington, D. C., May 21 1901 Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Dear Sir:-- The Finance Campaign and Ex. Committee of the Lincoln Emancipation and Republican National Leagues in joint session, instructed me to ask you to be kind enough to send a contribution to the expense fund of the leagues to meet expenses of the third annual convention of these organizations to be held in the city of Richmond, Va., instead of Philadelphia, Pa as published, on Aug. 22, 23 and 24. The representation will come from the leagues and their auxiliaries and from the States, Cong. Dists, counties, cities, towns, churches, Sunday Schools and their societies, secret, social and other organizations and will be large. Moral, educational, industrial, business enterprise, the elective franchise and the duty of congress in the premises and other questions of national importance. Your kindness will have the appreciation of the leagues. Very respectfully, J. C. Hill. 117242 Witnesses who told untruth against a Foreign; let us show the whole world that american principals do and is Right on Judgement. If he Be a citzen or a Foreign: I plead to you as a citzen. a Democrat in Party principals But I love my Country I plead to you in Prayers of sincerity to use such power that Stortis May be release from all [*11726*] Boston May 21st 1901 Theodore Rosselvelt Vice Pres't USA and President off The U.S. A. Senate My Dear Fellow, American Citzen allow me to appeal in the name off Justice under those Principals in which Our country was founded opon; to use such Rightful means in Power of influence to save the life of one who has been condemn and to die under a very poor [*11725*] 4 Show the americian principals at all times and to approve those doctrines that we represent; Your Truly N. T. Jeffords Boston Mass [*11728*] 3 Bondage off life Taken on imprisonment that he may go free as his life is short on this earth. Let no disgrace fall apon our country by using a bad oppinion in judgment towards a poor foreign If you do not wish to consider that principal in which this letter consist then let the whole country know I have written to you: {If not} I will let them know myself [*11727*] ASSOCIATION OF THE BAR, 48 WEST 44TH STREET. New York, May 21, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- Libraries do some times appear as petitioners, as you know, for gifts from the Governor of the State of New York, and the Bar Association will be very grateful if you should feel inclined to send to it a copy of your "Public Papers" which I notice you were good enough to give to the Public Library here. Trusting that you are in the best of health, and with grateful acknowledgements in advance for your gift, I am with great respect. Very truly yours, [*William H. Kip*] Librarian. 11729will give you reliable information on that point Moreover Mr Douglass has told me that if you write to him he will be glad to give his assistence, in any way to help me. Hoping that in your exalted & busy life you may be able to find time to write me a few words soon. I remain your comrade, friend & well wisher Charles Krumm 258 Est 78th St New York City (Manhattan) 1901 New York May 21st To his Excellency Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of the United States Dear Sir: You last note altho brief gave me considerable hope and encouragement I need not repeat to you that I have always been a good republican and that I opposed Tammany Hall to the best of my ability both as a Citizen among my friends [*11730*] and as I informed in many public German speeches throughout Greater New York, many of them being delivered off the same platform with Congressman Wm H. Douglass of No 11 Broadway NY City. I want to say that I am no longer a young man & that the campaign in which I took such an active part for the Republican party left me a ruined man in business, & the small pension I get as a G.A Veteran is hardly enough to keep a man in tobacco money. I take the liberty of asking you to help me to some position if you think you can do so. Consistent with your position I understand that a word from you to Secretary Long of the Navy could secure me a position as Storekeeper, or some other Dept [as] position. I do not ask for any high position but any appointment which will pay me enough to support my family respectably would be gratefully accepted. I think you ought to be able to get me such a position, & if you have any doubt of the services that I referred to being rendered a note to Congressman Douglass [*11731*]GOOD LIVERY ATTACHED. ELECTRIC LIGHTS. ROCK CITY HOTEL, J. C. MEROW, Prop. COR. FAIR OAK AND ROCK CITY STS. Little Valley, N. Y., May 21 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay N.Y. Dear Roosevelt: I have just recd your address at the opening of the Pan American Exposition and congratulate you it was good - what you said of the Monroe doctrine was timely and you can not repeat too often your statements regarding the old common place virtues in public affairs I wish I might have lunch and seen you but was required to be [*11732*]GOOD LIVERY ATTACHED. ELECTRIC LIGHTS. ROCK CITY HOTEL, J. C. MEROW, PROP. COR. FAIR OAK AND ROCK CITY STS. 2 Little Valley, N. Y._________________1901. in Court here and could not get away Kindly remember me to Mrs Roosevelt Sincerely Yours Frederick W. Kruse [*11733*][[shorthand]]State of New York, PF Court of Appeals, Judges Chambers. Albany, May 21, 1901. My dear Governor: I know the title is wrong but you will have to excuse it for I shall probably never be able to think of you or address you otherwise than governor no matter what the future may have in store by way of titles. You can accomplish what you wish with entire ease provided first you attend an incorporated law school or a law school connected with an [*"*] incorporated college of university having a law department organized with competent instructors and professors in which instruction is regularly given.[*"*] I have hearsay evidence that such a law school exists in Washington. If that is so then by attending its lectures so that you can obtain a certificate of two year's work in the law school, you will then be authorized by the Appellate Disivion of the second department to take an examination to be conducted by the Board of Law Examiners, and upon passing with receive you[*r*] certificate of admission to the bar. If the dignity of the vice-presidential office will be offended by an examination with the crowd, I will personally guaranty to procure you a private examination, but you will please treat the matter of the guaranty as inter nous. I see no reason why you [*11734*]State of New York, Court of Appeals, Judges Chambers. 2 should not openly identify yourself with the Washington law school inasmuch as it is well known that you are a student and always working to broaden your field of knowledge. The determination to be admitted to the bar and make sure of it can dawn upon the world at large later. You may rely fully upon what I have advised you. It is the result of careful investigation made to prevent you from laboring in vain and there is no chance for miscarriage about it. I shall comfort Mrs. Parker by sending your note to her. With regards to Mrs. Roosevelt, I am Very sincerely yours, [*Alton B. Parker*] [*11735*]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*125 P*] NUMBER 7 SENT BY Oy REC’D BY K CHECK 60 Paid Govt Rate RECEIVED at May 21, 1901 Dated Executive Mansion Washington DC 21 To Hon Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of the US Oyster Bay, NY Communication for the president received for you this morning marked Please forward Uncertainty as to time of presidents departure from San Francisco and as to route to be taken make it doubtful whether [*11736*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER 7 SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 7 RECEIVED at 190 Dated To (2) we can reach him by mail. Will hold letter unless further instructed O. L. Pruden asst secy [*11737*] PF WAR DEPARTMENT, WASHINGTON. May 21, 2901. My dear Mr. Vice-President: I have received your letter of May 18th, enclosing one from Senator Allison, in behalf of Arthur G. Duncan, late lieutenant in the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry, Spanish-American War, for appointment as a lieutenant in the regular army. I shall be glad to give Mr. Duncan's record and the endorsements filed in his behalf every consideration. Very truly yours, Elihu Root Secretary of War. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States and President of the Senate, Oyster Bay, N. Y. 11738NORTH-WESTERN LAND AGENCY, PINE AND FARMING LANDS. E. S. SHEPARD, Manager. Rhinelander, Wis., May 21st, 1901 My Dear Roosevelt Oyster Bay N.Y. Sir:-- I have sent you by mail in paper box our porcupine quill embroidered cigar case for your den We have no very good cigars out here or I would have filled the box. I beg of you to accept this small token of my esteem for you Our Member of Congress Mr W.E. Brown 9 Wis dist. is my fellow townsman He is awful green and I commend him to your guiding care when he assumes his duties at Washington don't let him get into any very deep holes. He is a brother Lumberman of mine and is prety wild although a very worthy man He will look after the interests of common people like us. His greatest fault is his extreme bashfullness in the presence of ladies. His venerable appearance has been acquired while serving on the business committee of our church with me. If you are kind to him he will soon get used to society and it will be considered a great favor to me. Yours Truly E.S.Shepard [*11739*] [*shorthand*] New Canann, Conn. May 21, 1901. To the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt V.P. U.S.A. Dear Sir The above town will celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of its incorporation on June 19th. The committee and out citizens were unanimous in their choice of you as their orator on that day. As the proposed celebration will cover the 17th and 18th also, if more agreeable to you, either of those days could be substituted for the 19th. Hoping you can honor us with your presence on one of these days. we remain Most respectfully Yours Committee Joseph F Silliman L. M. Morrne B. P. Mead 11740 [*PF*] Lay, Colo. May. 21. 1901. Dear Mr. Roosevelt, I am exceedingly pained to say that Wm. Wells who owns an interest in the Lion pictures is averse to letting you use any of them so I write this to withdraw them. He told me to use them as I saw fit so I was entirely right in offering them to you and I assure you it was a great pleasure. I can only presume he is miffed because you selected Goff in place of him. He is exceedingly and painfully selfish that I know to my sorrow and this last is more proof of it. Hoping that it will not inconvenience you greatly I am sorrowfully Yours A. G. Wallihan [shorthand] [*11741*] EDITORIAL ROOMS, THE EMPORIA GAZETTE Emporia, Kans., May 21, 1901. Mr. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Colonel Roosevelt: - Here I come again bearing somebody else's troubles. This time it is the trouble of the parents of Joshua Max Yingling, Troop I, 4th U. S. Cavalry, Manila, Philippine Islands. Max was about to graduate from the Emporia High School, when he thought it was his duty to inlist under the call for volunteers in '99. Max felt so strongly about it, that he got the consent of his parents to go. There was a big doings at the depot when he left; and he has written letters to the "Gazette" that have been particularly loyal and interesting ever since, 11742[*Also I shall start East about June 10th will you be at home then? Can we arrange for a meeting with Senator Platt?*] [shorthand] about once a month. He is not asking to come home, I thing the young cub is too proud for that. His time will not be out for a year. His parents are now in shape to give him a good collegiate education, and they want him to come home and take it. A year means so much in the life of a boy. Is there anyway that he could be got out off the army by favor? He will come if he is honorably discharged. I think he has served long enough for one so young; and I think it is only fair that the United States should let him come home and fit himself for a broader field. Is there anyway that you can arrange this thing for me? I will be under many obligations to you, if you can do it. Very truly yours, W.A. White [*11743*] [*PF*] THE OUTING PUBLISHING COMPANY 239 FIFTH AVENUE ADVISORY BOARD C. C. CUYLER W. B. THOMAS S. R. BERTRON S. F. HOUSTON D. M. GOODRICH WALTER CAMP T. D. M. CARDEZA (C-W) CASPAR WHITNEY, PRESIDENT AND EDITOR ROBERT BACON, VICE-PRESIDENT FLETCHER HARPER, SECRETARY AND TREASURER NEW YORK May 21, 1901. Dictated. My dear Colonel: I have been at home writing for ten days past and that is why I have not replied to your letter. I am delighted to hear of your decision to do the wapiti, black tail, white tail and prong buck, and the introduction to the volume. I have Stone's paper already in my hands on the moose, and Van Dyke and Fannin I have written to and they will undoubtedly do what I ask them. Indeed, curiously enough, I have just at hand this morning a letter from Van Dyke wanting to do me a paper on the Columbia black tail. Now with regard to the price. Of course you know as I know (for we both had experience with that Encyclopedia of Sport, brought out by the Putnams) that the rate in these libraries is never up to magazine rates. As they always get men who have done a great deal of writing, they seem to figure out a man has already used in one form or another most of the material that is given to them, and they also appear to consider that there is some honor attaching to the author in being chosen. At least these are the arguments that the Macmillans put to me when they gave me the rate which I was to offer. The rate which they laid down for me to offer is one cent a word, but I am pretty confident that they would do better by you considering all things. You are going to do thirty to forty thousand words. Would Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) for your papers be satisfactory, and it it would not, what would? You must excuse my not signing this letter; my right hand is out of commission. I had a surgical operation. Faithfully yours, Caspar Whitney [*for L. C.*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. [shorthand] [*11744*] 9/891 Ritch, Woodford, Bovee & Wallace, PF 18 Wall Street, THOMAS G. RITCH. STEWART L. WOODFORD. C. N. BOVEE JR. WILLIAM C. WALLACE. DAVID F. BUTCHER. CHARLES L. FOSTER. CABLE ADDRESS - SEDUM. New York, May 21st, 1901 My dear Vice President: - General King sends me copy of your letter to him of May 16th in regard to Col. Shepard. I am leaving for Utica to be absent the rest of the week. Accordingly I write Senator Platt the enclosed letter. I think your proposed line of action wise and hope you will see Senator Platt as soon as you conveniently can. I understand from your letter to General King that you will not forward anything to Secretary Hay until you have communicated with Senator Platt. Sincerely yours, [*Stewart L. Woodford*] (Enclosure) [*shorthand*] 11745[For enc see 5-21-01][*Copy:*] New York May 21st, 1901. My dear Senator:- I understand that Col. Shepard's name will be presented for diplomatic appointment in Porto Rico. I have known him long and well and believe him honest - absolutely honest. He has had long and varied experience as consul and consul general in Europe and in the Orient. He is a man of decided literary ability with marked taste for languages and I believe that I may commend him unreservedly to your favor for a diplomatic appointment such as he seeks. I have written Vice President Roosevelt, urging him to do what he can in this matter and ask your permission to bring the case before you in the sincere hope that it may commend itself favorably to your judgment and approval. I would see you in person, but I leave for Utica to-morrow morning and shall not be back at my office until next week. Sincerely yours, [*(sgn) Stewart L. Woodford*] The Hon. T. C. Platt, United State Senator, New York. 11746[Enc in Woodford 5-21-01]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD [*38 C*] The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*6 tdep*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 333 Bny Az hn 16 paid RECEIVED at Western Union Building Broadway & State St., Albany, N.Y. May 21 1901 Dated Oyster Bay LI 21 To W. Loeb Jr 249 State St Albany Tel from Washington says Letter marked forward will be held until prest returns unless other advised. Opr [*?*] [*11747*] The New York Christian Conference Mr. A. M. Hadden, President 16 West 51st Street, New York Dear Sir: You may place my name upon the roll of the General Committee of the New York Christian conference. _____________190 Address___________________________ [*11748*]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD [*38 C*] The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*6 tdep*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 333 Bny Az hn 16 paid RECEIVED at Western Union Building Broadway & State St., Albany, N.Y. May 21 1901 Dated Oyster Bay LI 21 To W. Loeb Jr 249 State St Albany Tel from Washington says Letter marked forward will be held until prest returns unless other advised. Opr [*?*] [*11747*] The New York Christian Conference Mr. A. M. Hadden, President 16 West 51st Street, New York Dear Sir: You may place my name upon the roll of the General Committee of the New York Christian conference. _____________190 Address___________________________ [*11748*] "America, for us, is ungovernable." "This country will inevitably fall into the hands of the unbridled rabble, and little by little become a prey to petty tyrants of all colors and races." "Devoured as we shall be by all possible crimes, and ruined by our ferociousness, the Europeans will not deem it worth while to conquer us." Extracts from the political testament of Simon Bolivar, the "Liberator" of South America. Beneath the shades of the Monroe Doctrine the most atrocious and diabolic deeds are committed. The Monroe Doctrine is responsible for all the tears and bloodshed; it shields the rogue, encourages revolutions and is the body-guard of cold blooded murderers, incendiaries and assassins in Spanish America. To Secretaries of Chambers of Commerce, Manufacturers' and Commercial Clubs, Sunday Schools, and other religious or educational institutions, Scientific, Political and Social Associations. The undersigned, the noted South American traveler and explorer takes pleasure in announcing that he is prepared to make reasonable arrangements with responsible parties to deliver a series of lecturers, illustrated by lantern slides - copies of photographs taken by himself during his extensive travels, comprising a period of more than ten years on the South American continent, including hitherto unexplored parts. The subjects consist of the following, viz: 1. The Monroe Doctrine and its manifold dangers. 2. Our commercial illusions and impossibilities in South America. 3. Or deplorable diplomatic service in South America. Politics responsible for the sad state of affairs. 4. Travels and Politics. One thousand miles on mule back. (Mrs. Grauert.) 5. Slavery in the india rubber regions. 6. Cannibal tribes, civilized and semi-civilized Indians in the valley of the Amazon. These subjects, novel and vast, of utmost importance to the people of the United States have been studied on the spot with profound interest and much tedious labor. We promise to unfold before the mind of an intelligent audience, a picture of a sad state of affairs, the existence of which no one would ever have dreamed. Twenty-five percent of the net proceeds of these lectures shall be devoted to the establishment and maintenance of a home for the education of Indian children selected from the various cannibal and other tribes of South America. F. W. GRAUERT. For Terms and dates please address Manager, South American Lecture Bureau, Room 68, Tribune Building, NEW YORK CITY. The idea of extending our trade to South America is preposterous as long as our merchandise to those countries must be carried in foreign bottoms, and American manufacturers cling to conservative and impracticable notions. The average American knows more about China and Japan and is better informed of London and Paris than he is about his own great country- America, from Hudson Bay down to Cape Horn. 11749Vice President Popular. One of the most popular speakers of the day was Vice President Theodore Roosevelt. Speaking of the Monroe doctrine, he said:- "To you of the republics South of us I wish to say a special word. I believe with all my heart in the Monroe doctrine. The United States has; and ought to have, and must ever have, only the desire to see her sister republics in the Western Hemisphere continue to flourish and the determination that no Old World Power shall acquire new territory here on this Western continent. We of the two Americas must be left to work our our own salvation along our own lines, and if we are wise we will make it understood as a cardinal feature of our joint foreign policy that, on the one hand, we will not submit to territorial aggrandizement on this continent by any Old World Power, and that, on the other hand, among ourselves each nation must scrupulously regard the rights and interests of the others." Some significant utterances concerning a Central American canal were made by United States Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, who, in addressing the representatives of the South and Central American republics, said:- [*11750*] Chester, Vermont. May 22, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Washington, D.C. Sir: I wish to secure a commission in the United States Army and my only excuse for writing to you lies in the fact that I was so fortunate as to be a member of your regiment in 1898; I was in Troop "K", 1st U.S. Vol. Cav. In August 1899 I was appointed First Lieutenant in the 46th. Inf. U.S. Vols. and have seen service in the Philippine Islands [*11751*] [shorthand] [*shorthand*] Chester, Vermont. May 22, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Washington, D.C. Sir: I wish to secure a commission in the United States Army and my only excuse for writing to you lies in the fact that I was so fortunate as to be a member or your regiment in 1898; I was in Troup "K", 1st U.S. Vol. Cav. In August 1899 I was appointed First Lieutenant in the 46th. Inf. U.S. Vols. and have seen service in the Philippine Islands 11751 Vice President Popular. One of the most popular speakers of the day was Vice President Theodore Roosevelt. Speaking of the Monroe doctrine, he said:- "To you of the republics South of us I wish to say a special word. I believe with all my heart in the Monroe doctrine. The United States has; and ought to have, and must ever have, only the desire to see her sister republics in the Western Hemisphere continue to flourish and the determination that no Old World Power shall acquire new territory here on the Western continent. We of the two Americas must be left to work our our own salvation along our own lines, and if we are wise we will make it understood as a cardinal feature or our joint foreign policy that, on the one hand, we will not submit to territorial aggrandizement on this continent by and Old World Power, and that, on the other hand, among ourselves each nation must scrupulously regard the rights and interests of the others." Some significant utterances concerning a Central American canal were made by United States Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, who, in addressing the representatives of the South and Central American republics, said:- 11750 3:15 A. M., 1:00, 5:30, 6:00, 9:20 P.M., for Columbus, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, St. Louis and the West. 3:30 P. M., except Sundays, Albany and Troy flyer. 8:45 A. M., except Sundays, and 6:25 P. M. daily, for Montreal, and except Saturday night, Ottawa. 3:15 A. M., 2:00, 4:00, 6:00 P. M., daily for Detroit. 8:30 A. M., and 8:00 P. M. for Toronto. 9:12 A. M. and 3:35 P. M., daily, except Sundays, to Pittsfield, Sundays only at 9:20 A. M. Pullman cars on all through trains. Trains illuminated with Pintech light. Ticket offices at 113, 261, 415 and 1,216 Broadway, 25 Union sq. W., 275 Columbus av., 133 West 125th st., 125th st. station and 138th st. station, New York. Telephone "900 38th Street" for New York Central Cab Service. Baggage checked from hotel and residence by the Westcott Express Company. EDGAR VAN ETTEN, GEORGE H. DANILES, General Superintendent. General Passenger Agt. WEST SHORE RAILROAD. Trains leave Franklin St. Station, New York, as follows, and 15 min. later foot West 42d st., N. R.: *7:10 A. M.-For interm. points to Albany & Mont'l +11:20 A. M.-(1) lake Mohonk, Minnewaska, Saratoga and Catskill Mountains. *1:00 P. M.-Chicago Express, daily. *2:25 P. M.-Cont. Lim. for Detroit, Chi. & St. Louis. +3:45 P. M.-(2) For Hudson River points & Albany. *6:15 P. M.-For Roch., Buffalo, Cleve'd & Chicago. +8:00 P. M.-For Roch., Buffalo, Det. & St. Louis. *9:15 P. M.-For Syra., Roch., Niag. Falls, Det. & Chi. *Daily +Daily except Sunday. Leaves Brooklyn If you can advise me as to the best way to proceed in order to realize the attainment of the position I have so long looked forward to I shall feel deeply indebted to you. Very Sincerely, Wallace N. Batchelder [*11752*]William N. Clark. William S. Mersereau. William L. Brower. William J. Schieffelin. Henry S. Clark. Schuyler Schieffelin. Schieffelin & Co. Nos. 170 & 172 William St. New York, May 22 ,1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, New York. My dear Sir:-- Your kind note of the 16th inst. in reply to mine of the 15th inst. was duly received, and your approval of the work undertaken by the Reformed Church Union has my grateful appreciation. We shall be delighted to have you speak at the meeting of our Union on Monday, November 11th, if you can so arrange, and in view of the fact that your presence may be required at Tuskegee, Alabama, on that date, I shall take the liberty at a later date of conferring with you as to the probability of your being able to keep the engagement. May I ask the favor of you to inform me if you can be communicated with in October. The reason I ask this is, because I fear at that time you may be at some distant point with which it may be difficult to communicate. Yours very sincerely, Wm L. Brower [shorthand] [* 11753*] MILLER, FINCKE & BRANDEGEE, 30 GENESEE STREET, UTICA, N. Y. F. G. FINCKE. C. A. MILLER. JOHN E. BRANDEGEE. Utica, N. Y., May 22nd, 1901. (Personal) My dear Roosevelt: - At last I want something from you and I want it very badly. As you know, my son Rex graduates this June. The following month he starts with George C. Clark, a class-mate and deputy marshal of the Club,around the world. Both boys are clean-limed athletic chaps, both have been on the Varsity ball Nine during the last three years, and Rex has also played quarter on the Varsity Eleven. They are both fond of sport and have done something in that line. They will go to Japan, China, India, Ceylon &c. around to Europe. I am positive that you must have some personal friends or official acquaintances to whom a letter of introduction would be of great value. Will you kindly scratch your head for me and remember some of your most available acquaintances to whom you could give Rex and his friend letters of introduction. If you will do this for me I will forgive your political iniquities and personal shortcomings. Very truly yours, [*F. G. Fincke*] To the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, Washington, D.C. [*shorthand*] 11754 The Pennsylvania Fire Insurance Co. No. 510 Walnut St. R. DALE BENSON, W. GARDNER CROWELL, PRES'T. SEC'Y. JOHN L. THOMSON, CHAS. W. MERRILL, VICE PRES'T. ASS'T SEC'Y. WM. J. DAWSON, SEC'Y AGENCY DEPT. A. W. GIVEN, Special Agent, No. 510 Walnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. Res. No. 518 Rochelle Avenue, Wissahickon. Philadelphia, MAY 22 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Vice President of U. S. My dear Mr Roosevelt. You will pardon me for addressing you. but I do it in behalf of a friend. In the mail service. Mr. N. B. Colesworthy who is an applicant for a promotion in the office of Chief Clerk of the New York and Washington. R.P.G. I have written to Hon W. S. Shellenburger 2nd Asst P. M. Genl- in Mr Colesworthy's behalf = and thought a word from you would help. Mr. Colesworthy was for many years a teacher in my Sabbath School. Is an earnest Christian just such a man that the government wants. Wish you could help us!. Yours very truly A.W. Givin Elder 4th Reformed (Dutch) of Phila - 3 yrs in Civil War, For 40 years the Superintendent of Sabbath School [*11755*][shorthand notation]in State history largely forgotten by this generation and never fully understood. It is buried to a considerable extent in the Public Papers of George Clinton, which the State is now publishing under the directions of Mr. Hastings, for whom and from the state Library I have had much aid in making an examination of papers not yet included in the published volumes. I beg to remain Faithfully yours, Francis W. Halsey The New York Times. OFFICE OF THE EDITOR OF THE SATURDAY REVIEW. New York, 22nd May 1901 My dear Vice President Roosevelt: I have thought you might have some personal interest in a new book of mine, "The Old New York Frontier," and should be much gratified if you would accept the copy which is just going to you. It chronicles the deeds of pioneers in "running" what was once the west, and is a chapter [*11756*][shorthand notation]AGENTS FOR MASON & HAMLIN PIANOS AND ORGANS BRUNO GUITARS and MANDOLINS ESTABLISHED 1838. C. H. HILDEBRANT & SON MANUFACTURERS OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND STRINGS Repairing of Violins, Music Boxes and other Instruments A large Collection of Genuine Old Violins 321 N. Howard Street Albert Hildebrandt Baltimore, Md., May 22nd 1901 Honl Theodor Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Sir, Hearing that your Son played the violin and that perhaps you would be in the market for a fine violin have taken the liberty of writing and enclosing clipping of the Thos Jefferson violin made by Nicolas Amati Cormana 1660 Shall be pleased to send it to you for examination if you are interested. Thanking you for a reply beg to remain Yours truly Albert Hildebrandt [*11758*][For enc see 5-22-01] Business Men's Association Saratoga Springs, N.Y. C. B. Thomas President J. W. Lyman V. President J. L. Thompson Secretary W. H. Waterbury Treasurer T. R. Kneil Cor. Secretary Directors M. G. Annis J. M. Colcord E. E. Durkee W. B. Eddy H. C. Smith May 22, 1901. Hon, Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Dear Sir: The American Institute of Instruction holds its annual meeting in this village, July 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th. The Business Men's Association cordially invites you to be its guest during the meeting of the Institute and to address that body. The meeting of the Institute, which is a New England body, in New York State is rather unusual, and we would feel highly honored as would the members of the Institute if you could favor us with your presence some time during those days. We realize something of the demands which are made upon a public man but hope that you can find time to lend us inspiration by your presence. Very truly yours, [*Thos R. Kneil,*] Cor. Sec'y. 11759ALEXANDER LAMBERT, M.D. 125 EAST 36TH STREET, NEW YORK. UNTIL 9.30 A.M. 1 TO 2 P.M. TELEPHONE 899 MADISON. by soome six thousand of your "Fellow Americans", of sufficient interest & importance to visit & help them celebrate they will greatly appreciate the honor the Vice President would confer. Of course while you were there you would lunch & stay at Father's house and if Mrs Roosevelt wished to accompany you she would receive the same hearty welcome. They will be delighted to have you choose any of the three days June 17th, 18th or 19th & will send for you on a steam yacht & take you back across the sound if you wish. The state officers have been invited to attend & the New Canaanites are anxious to do everything they can to make themselves agreeable to you. If you decide to go I will go up [*11761*] [*PF*] [shorthand] ALEXANDER LAMBERT, M.D. 125 EAST 36TH STREET, NEW YORK. UNTIL 9.30 A.M. 1 TO 2 P.M. TELEPHONE 899 MADISON. May 22 1901 Dear Theodore The New Canaan spoken of here is where my father has a country home & where I have spent so many summers. Miss Rogers who is on the Committee of Arrangements is John Rogers sister. That will help you focus your ideas on the locality. The British went through there on their way to Ridgefield under Arnold I think. I tried my best to get out of sending you this but find I must do it. The B. P. Mead who signs the petition has been Treas. of Connecticut several times & is a Republican known from Greenwich in the Southwest to East Thompson in the northeast corner of the Nutmeg State. If you should think this spot of the U.S., inhabited [*11760 *]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*8 13 a*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 1 Oy K 25 Paid 5x RECEIVED at May 22 1901 Dated Alamogordo New Mex May 21 Via NY 22 To Col Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Petition signed by soldiers of your regiment asking reappointment governor Otero will be mailed you for presentation to President McKinley William H H LLewellyn [*11763*] ALEXANDER LAMBERT, M.D. 125 EAST 36th STREET, NEW YORK. UNTIL 9.30 A.M. 1 To 2 P.M. TELEPHONE 899 MADISON. There & look after you & keep you from being bored though I think your sense of humor will do that. I tried my best not be put in the position of using my friendship for you. to ask you to assume a public function but I could not help it. So come if you care to do so and do as you choose about it. Faithfully yours Alexander Lambert [*11762*] ALEXANDER LAMBERT, M.D. 125 EAST 36th STREET, NEW YORK. UNTIL 9.30 A.M. 1 To 2 P.M. TELEPHONE 899 MADISON. There & look after you & keep you from being bored though I think your sense of humor will do that. I tried my best not be put in the position of using my friendship for you. to ask you to assume a public function but I could not help it. So come if you care to do so and do as you choose about it. Faithfully yours Alexander Lambert [*11762*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*8 13 a*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 1 Oy K 25 Paid 5x RECEIVED at May 22 1901 Dated Alamogordo New Mex May 21 Via NY 22 To Col Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY Petition signed by soldiers of your regiment asking reappointment governor Otero will be mailed you for presentation to President McKinley William H H LLewellyn [*11763*] [shorthand notation]Memorial University, Sons of Veterans, U.S.A. Mason City, Iowa, May 22nd 1901. BOARD OF REGENTS. A. L. Sortor, Jr. Mason City, Iowa. Geo. E. Cox, Hartford, Conn. Wm. T. Church, Chicago, Ill. H. E. Cowdin, Rockford, Mich. W. A. Morris, Mason City, Iowa. E. A. Alexander, Reading, Penn. Fred E. Bolton, Boston, Mass. Don C. Cable, Nelsonville, Ohio. J. E. E. Markley, Mason City, Iowa. W. J. Reinke, Mason City, Iowa. OFFICERS. A. L. SORTOR, Jr., Chairman. WM. T. CHURCH, Vice Chairman. W. A. MORRIS, Secretary. W. J. REINKE, Treasurer. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- It is barely possible that you have some knowledge or at least have heard of the undertaking by the Sons of Veterans U.S.A. to build a Memorial University dedicated to the memory of the men and women of war times. The proposition has been officially endorsed by the National Organization of the Grand Army of the Republic as well as the other allied patriotic Societies. At the National Encampment of the Sons of Veterans held at Syracuse, N. Y., Sept. last, the proposition to undertake the building of this memorial was unanimously adopted and the Institution was located at Mason City, Iowa. The matter was placed in charge of an Executive Committee composed of Sons of Veterans who have had the Memorial University incorporated according to the laws of the State of Iowa, and the work has been actively pushed ever since. The Committee has selected June 26th as the time for laying of the corner stone of collegiate building of the University. The Executive Committee has authorized me to extend to you an invitation to be present and deliver an address upon that occasion. I believe by being with us at Mason City, on the 26th of June, you would very materially aid a most worthy undertaking, and if it is possible for you to accept this invitation, you would confer a great favor not alone upon the Sons of Veterans and people of this vicinity, but the Organization of Sons of Veterans U.S.A. and allied patriotic Orders of the entire country, and I would respectfully urge as strong as is consistent, that you accept this invitation. awaiting your early reply, I am Very truly yours, MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY, PER W.A. Morris. SEC'Y [*11764*][For enc see 5-22-01][*[For enc see 5-22-01]*] The Directors of the Mount Sinai hospital request the honour of your presence at the LAYING OF THE CORNER STONE OF THE NEW HOSPITAL BUILDINGS. Wednesday, May twenty second nineteen hundred and one at three o'clock. p.m. FIFTH AVENUE AND ONE HUNDREDTH STREET. NEW YORK 11765HAWKEYE GOAL COMPANY, GENERAL SALES AGENT OFFICE. KANSAS CITY DIVISION. GUS. PEARSON, GENERAL SALES AGENT. Kansas City, Mo.,May 22, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, U. S. A., [*shorthand*] Washington, D. C. Sir:- The enclosed newspaper clipping causes me to act on something that I have intended to for a long time. I hope you will please pardon me for laying this matter before you in this manner, but we have no Republican congressman from this district and other politicians don't seem to know anything about it, and you have in so many ways proven yourself to be worthy of our confidence that I venture to take this step. I am desirous of entering the consular service and having noticed that the present council to Sweden and Norway, Mr. Winslow, has tendered his resignation to our government, and it is as council to Sweden and Norway that i wish to go. I feel that I can qualify for that position. I was born in Sweden in 1859 and came to the United States in 1880. During this time I have been employed in mining and merchandising. I believe that a large and steady business can be built up with Scandinavia if our government will send men that understand commerce in its broad sense and who can explain the same in a comprehensive way, for Scandinavians are naturally importers of many products, especially grain and provisions. Kindly tell me what course to pursue in order to obtain recognition, and I will remain as before, Yours very truly, [*Gus Pearson*] 11766 The Knickerbocker Press [*PF*] G. P. PUTNAM'S SONS 27 & 29 WEST 23D STREET NEW YORK 24 BEDFORD STREET, STRAND LONDON, W. C. (All business communications should be addressed to the concern) Dictated May 22nd., 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Dear Mr. Roosevelt:- We have in preparation a volume by Miss Margherita Hamm entitled "Famous Families of New York." One of the early papers in this volume is devoted to the Roosevelt family. As you are probably aware, the papers which are to be included in this volume are now in course of publication in "The Evening Post." Our plan is to make a very handsomely illustrated work, the illustrations being devoted to reproductions of portraits and articles of historic interest and value. We should be very glad if you would kindly advise us how our illustrating department can best find the originals of the more important portraits, etc. connected with your family, so that we may make the proper arrangements to have these portraits photographed by our own illustration department. Thanking you in advance for any courtesy you may show us in the matter, we remain, [*Yours very truly G.P. Putman's Sons*] [*shorthand*] [*11767*]SUMMARY [*[5-22-01]*] Known Democratic voting strength, and political sentiment, as following sets forth, up to Oct. 24, 1900. Expansionists,- state,----- Anti-16 to 1, --( S R. ) 1-- 21,000,--- Alabama,--- 12,000,-- ( ) 2-- 29,700,--- Arkansas,--- 16,000,-- ( ) 3-- 51,000,--- California,--- 13,100,-- ( ) 4-- 32,300,--- Colorado,--- 15,000,-- ( ) 5-- 11,000,--- Connecticut,--- 17,000,-- ( ) 6-- 900,--- Delaware,--- 13,000,-- ( ) 7-- 5,250,-- Florida,--- 16,000,-- ( ) 8-- 27,000,-- Georgia,--- Not Known. ( ) 9--57,837 ---- Illinois -- 65,000 () 10 --49,180--- Indiana 35,000 () 11- 67,000,--- Iowa,---------- 44,7000[8],---( ) 12- 60,800,--- Kansas,------- 21,000,---() 13- 43,900,--- Kentucky,----- 22,100,-- () 14- 23,700,--- Louisiana,---- 8,000,-- () 15- Not Known. Maine,-------- 11,000,-- () 16- 21,000,--- Maryland,----- 28,000,---() 17- 19,000,--- Massachusetts,- 23,200,---() 18- 63,900,--- Michigan,----- 38,000,---() 19- 31,000,--- Minnesota,---- 19,000,---() 20- 19,000,--- Mississippi,-- 11,000,---)) 21- 91,000,--- Missouri,----- 33,000,---() 22- 4,100,--- Montana,------ N.K. () 23- 1,770,--- New Hampshire,- 5,000,---() 24- 23,000,--- New Jersey,--- 41,000,---() 25- 116,081,--- New York,---- 170,000,---() 26- 47,000,--- Nebraska,----- 22,000,---() 27- 19,000,--- North Carolina,- 11,000,---() 28- 96,700,--- Ohio,--------- 67,000,---() 29- 26,000,--- Oregon,------- N.K. () 30- 114,000,--- Pennsylvania,-- 137,000,---() 31- 1,455,--- Rhode Island,-- 1,700,---() 32- 11,000,--- South Carolina,- N.K. () 33- 10,000,--- South Dakota,-- N.K. () 34- 47,000,--- Tennessee,---- 13,728,---() 35- 151,000,--- Texas,--------- 34,000,---() 36- 12,774,--- Utah,--------- N.K. () 37- 23,000,--- Virginia,----- 41,000,---() 38- 34,800,--- Washington,--- N.K. () 39- 28,000,--- West Virginia,- N.K. () 40- 67,880,--- Wisconsin,---- 16,500,---() ___________________ ________________ 1,561,387,----------------------Totals--------------------------------994,128.--------------------- ################################# Hillsboro, Illinois, May 22d, 1901. The above totals are not to be added for aggregate number of anti-Bryan Democrats who voted for McKinley, for many of the expansionists were for 16 to 1, and many of the anti-16 to 1 were also anti-expansionists. But the number who were anti-Bryan and pro McKinley most earnestly and so voted approximated a million votes. The sentiment shown in the above two columns of figures is now chrystalized, and represents over two years quiet,continuous [??] work to defeat Bryan and his element, and up to Oct. 1900 there [??] were nearly 2,400 prominent Democrats assisted by local Democrats in their respective vicinities at work to attain such results. At present time that number exceeds 4,000, and nearly 100 are very actively so engaged over large territory. Very truly yours, Fred A. Randle [*11768*]WAR DEPARTMENT. WASHINGTON. May 22, 1901. My dear Mr. Vice-President: I regret to say that the efficiency record of Lieut. Arthur G. Duncan, of the 34th Infantry, U. S. Volunteer, formerly a private in the 1st U. S. Volunteer Cavalry. Spanish-American War, and the reports of his superiors officers do not justify his appointment to the regular army. Very truly yours, Elihu Root Secretary of War [*shorthand*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States and President of the Senate, Oyster Bay, N. Y. [*11770*] COMMITTEE ON ADMISSIONS, THE CENTURY ASSOCIATION, 7 WEST FORTY-THIRD ST. New York May 22 1901 Dear Sir: I have been instructed by the Committee on Admissions to notify you that it is the opinion of the Committee that Mr J. Lincoln Steffens who has been seconded by you, cannot be elected, and to suggest to you that his name be withdrawn. I remain, Very truly yours, Edward D. Page [shorthand] [*11769*][*[For enc see 5-22-01]*] S.F. SCOTT Postmaster, KANSAS CITY,MO. May 22, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the U. S., Washington, D. C. My dear Mr. Roosevelt: I have carefully looked over the enclosed letter and wish to say that my acquaintance with Mr. Pearson is of long standing and I cheerfully recommend him to your consideration. He is not only a business man but is president of the Kansas City Tribune, a Swedish paper with quite a large circulation in this vicinity, and he is one of the soundest Republicans I ever knew. Faithfully yours, S.F. Scott 11771[*[ca 5-22-01]*] MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY. Memorial University now in process of construction at Mason City, Iowa, was founded by the Sons of Veterans, U. S. A., assisted by the other patriotic societies and loyal people of the nation. This Institution was approved and authorized by the Nineteenth Annual Encampment of the Commandery-in-Chief, Sons of Veterans, U. S. A., held at Syracuse N. Y., in September 1900, at which time it was also located at Mason City, Iowa, and work upon the grounds and buildings commend at once. It is dedicated to the Grand Army of the Republic as a memorial of the patriotic men and women of the period of the Civil war. The founders contemplate a great University will provide courses of instruction for both sexes, of as high character as is provided by any institution, and in addition thereto special courses in Military instruction, American History and Patriotism. A full complement of professional schools will be organized and the institution be made a University in the fullest sense of the term. June 26th, 1901, has been selected as the date for laying the corner stone of collegiate building and the patriotic people of America are invited to attend this ceremony as a mark of respect to the brave men and women of war times. The funds so far procured to establish and maintain this Institution consist solely of the small contributions of a large number of the citizens of the United States, solicited by members of the patriotic societies. At the time that the institution was established by the Commandery-in-Chief it was ascertained that sufficient funds were available for the purpose of founding this institution upon broad lines and the collection of these funds and increasing of the endowment is now occupying the attention of many members of the allied patriotic Orders. It seems to be the opinion of the people that Memorial 11772 1 University, the one great living monument too American valor, should be an institution second to none, and that in these days of large undertakings an endowment fund should be raised which would insure the successful carrying out of this great plan upon a scale worthy of the age in which we live and creditable to that type of citizenship which we seek to honor and perpetuate. Therefore the co-operation of every member of all of the patriotic societies is solicited in the work of raising funds for Memorial University that it may be all that its founders contemplate. The Board of Regents have adopted several plans for the raising of funds and the promotion of the welfare of the Institution and desire the assistance of the membership of all of the Orders and Societies interested in Memorial University. Local Organizations or individual members will be supplied with necessary information and instructions that they may be enabled to participate in the work of increasing the endowment fund of the Institution. The successful founding of this memorial upon broad lines will be considered an evidence of the sincerity of the professions of the various societies engaged in the work. All will certainly feel that it is a privilege to be permitted to contribute to the success of the movement by assisting in this important branch of the work. Any information that may be desired will be cheerfully furnished. Address all communications to MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY, MASON CITY, IOWA 11773[Enc in Morris 5-22-01]Mount Sinai hospital LAYING OF THE CORNER STONE OF THE NEW HOSPITAL BUILDINGS. Admit Mr.___________________ and Ladies. Wednesday, May twenty-second nineteen hundred and one. [*Enc in Mount Sinai 5-22-01*] AT THREE O'CLOCK P.M. PLATFORM A [*11774*] THOS. JEFFERSON'S FAVORITE VIOLIN The ways in which violins of famous make and great value emerge from obscurity are varied, and no greater proof of this fact has been advanced for many years than the discovery of Thos. Jefferson's favorite violin in the hands of an octogenarian negro, near Charlottesville, Va. The violin bears date of (?) and its maker was Nicholas Amatis. This relic of Jefferson and of the skill of its Italian maker, was found by Albert Hildebrandt, of Baltimore, Md. Mr. Hildebrandt is an amateur musician and connoisseur. The story of its discovery and what led up to it is told by himself. I happened into a barber's shop kept by a negro at Charlottesville, and incidentally asked him my favorite question: "Do you know of an old violin, as I want to buy one?" Said he: "I know of an old fiddle, boss, that belonged to Thos. Jefferson, and old John Scott owns it now." The barber was so interested that he sent one of his men with me, and soon we were on the road to Scott's home, about two miles from Charlottesville, at the base of the Monticello Mountains and adjoining the old Jefferson plantation. John Scott I found to be a active, bright negro of 93 years. When I saw him he was working in his garden. I asked to see the violin, and he brought to me from the cupboard a dilapidated double violin case that had once been covered with leather. So many years had elapsed, however, since the leather was first place on the case that a large part of it had come off in patches. Opening it, I saw that the moths had had a feast with the red lining. The instrument was wrapped carefully in a piece of old cloth, and the minute I looked at it I saw it was the best specimen of Nicolaus Amati's violins I had ever seen. After awhile I managed to strike a bargain with the old man, and the violin became my property. In it I am certain I own one of the very best violins existing today. The scroll is most artistically carved, the model and workmanship beautiful. The varnish is of golden yellow color and the pegs are of ivory. All that was needed was a few repairs, and now it is a singing beauty. John Scott, from whom I bought the violin, told me that he inherited the instrument from his father, who was a slave of Thos. Jefferson. After returning to Charlottesville with my prize, I learned that Jefferson was a good musician, a lover and player of the violin, and that he owned several valuable instruments of Italian make. The one I had bought he had christened "Pet," and this makes me believe that it was his favorite violin. The violin is today being constantly used by a friend of Mr. Hildebrandt, who is one of Baltimore's leading violinists. - New York Sun. [*11775*] OUR FLAG SELDOM SEEN. Washington, May. 18 - An American flag is rarely seen on a merchant vessel in European ports according to the volume of commerce and navigation for 1900, which has just been issued by the Treasury department. The statistics show that in the trade between the United States and Europe last year, not one American merchant vessel went to or came from Germany, Russia, Sweden and Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Italy, Austria-Hungary, Greece or Turkey. Two small American vessels came to the United States from France, one in ballast; one American sail vessel came from Belgium in ballast, and one American vessel cleared for Spain. There cleared for or entered from the United Kingdom, eleven American sail vessels and two small steam vessels went to the United kingdom in ballast. The American flag was never before such a rarity on the North Atlantic between the United States and Europe. Even during the year of President Jefferson's embargo (1808) and during the nearly two years' cruise of the Alabama, 1862 to 1864, the American flat was to be seen in these waters many times over the showing for the fiscal year 1900. The mail steamships, St. Louis, St. Paul and New York, were practically all America had last year on the North Atlantic. [*cliped from The Kansas City Star*] [*11776*]Mount Sinai hospital LAYING OF THE CORNER STONE OF THE NEW HOSPITAL BUILDINGS. Admit Mr.___________________ and Ladies. Wednesday, May twenty-second nineteen hundred and one. [*Enc in Mount Sinai 5-22-01*] AT THREE O'CLOCK P.M. PLATFORM A [*11774*] THOS. JEFFERSON'S FAVORITE VIOLIN The ways in which violins of famous make and great value emerge from obscurity are varied, and no greater proof of this fact has been advanced for many years than the discovery of Thos. Jefferson's favorite violin in the hands of an octogenarian negro, near Charlottesville, Va. The violin bears date of (?) and its maker was Nicholas Amatis. This relic of Jefferson and of the skill of its Italian maker, was found by Albert Hildebrandt, of Baltimore, Md. Mr. Hildebrandt is an amateur musician and connoisseur. The story of its discovery and what led up to it is told by himself. I happened into a barber's shop kept by a negro at Charlottesville, and incidentally asked him my favorite question: "Do you know of an old violin, as I want to buy one?" Said he: "I know of an old fiddle, boss, that belonged to Thos. Jefferson, and old John Scott owns it now." The barber was so interested that he sent one of his men with me, and soon we were on the road to Scott's home, about two miles from Charlottesville, at the base of the Monticello Mountains and adjoining the old Jefferson plantation. John Scott I found to be a active, bright negro of 93 years. When I saw him he was working in his garden. I asked to see the violin, and he brought to me from the cupboard a dilapidated double violin case that had once been covered with leather. So many years had elapsed, however, since the leather was first place on the case that a large part of it had come off in patches. Opening it, I saw that the moths had had a feast with the red lining. The instrument was wrapped carefully in a piece of old cloth, and the minute I looked at it I saw it was the best specimen of Nicolaus Amati's violins I had ever seen. After awhile I managed to strike a bargain with the old man, and the violin became my property. In it I am certain I own one of the very best violins existing today. The scroll is most artistically carved, the model and workmanship beautiful. The varnish is of golden yellow color and the pegs are of ivory. All that was needed was a few repairs, and now it is a singing beauty. John Scott, from whom I bought the violin, told me that he inherited the instrument from his father, who was a slave of Thos. Jefferson. After returning to Charlottesville with my prize, I learned that Jefferson was a good musician, a lover and player of the violin, and that he owned several valuable instruments of Italian make. The one I had bought he had christened "Pet," and this makes me believe that it was his favorite violin. The violin is today being constantly used by a friend of Mr. Hildebrandt, who is one of Baltimore's leading violinists. - New York Sun. [*11775*] OUR FLAG SELDOM SEEN. ? Flying the stars and stripes Enter European Ports. Washington, May. 18 - An American flag is rarely seen on a merchant vessel in European ports according to the volume of commerce and navigation for 1900, which has just been issued by the Treasury department. The statistics show that in the trade between the United States and Europe last year, not one American merchant vessel went to or came from Germany, Russia, Sweden and Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Italy, Austria-Hungary, Greece or Turkey. Two small American vessels came to the United States from France, one in ballast; one American sail vessel came from Belgium in ballast, and one American vessel cleared for Spain. There cleared for or entered from the United Kingdom, eleven American sail vessels and two small steam vessels went to the United kingdom in ballast. The American flag was never before such a rarity on the North Atlantic between the United States and Europe. Even during the year of President Jefferson's embargo (1808) and during the nearly two years' cruise of the Alabama, 1862 to 1864, the American flat was to be seen in these waters many times over the showing for the fiscal year 1900. The mail steamships, St. Louis, St. Paul and New York, were practically all America had last year on the North Atlantic. [*cliped from The Kansas City Star*] [*11776*] J. M. DIVEN, Division Commander, 228 South Main Street, Elmira, N Y. SAMUEL D. AULLS, Adjutant, 228 South Main St., Elmira. E. W. BEERS, Quartermaster 228 South Main St., Elmira. HEADQUARTERS OF New York Division C. D. HIGGINS, Seneca Falls, Senior Vice-Division Commander. R. B. BONTECOU, M.D., Surgeon, 96 Fourth St., Troy. REV. W. K. TOWNER, Chaplain, Dansville. FRANK K. MAPLES, Inspector, 125 Nassau Avenue, Brooklyn C.A. SCHOENECK, Mustering Officer, 660 N. Salina Street, Syracuse. GEORGE ADDINGTON, Judge Advocate, City Court, Albany. Sons of Veterans, U. S. A. EDWIN A. BOLTON, Lansingburg, Junior Vice-Division Commander. DIVISION COUNCIL: J. W. WALKER, Chairman, 166 E. 67th St., New York. PHILIP GROSBACK, 1024 Madison Street, Brooklyn. GEO. F. CHESBRO, Clerk, Phoenix. [*shorthand*] Elmira, N.Y. May 23, 1901. 189 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- I am a young lawyer asked to speak in Hammondsport, N.Y. in place of the late Commander Albert D. Shaw. Will you be so kind as to write me line or so saying something of the general as you knew him as you doubtless did or his work before the deaprtments and if I can have it to read to my auditors it will be very appropriate and very welcome. Yours truly, Samuel D. Aulls [*11777*] NEW YORK SOCIETY LIBRARY 109 UNIVERSITY PLACE NEW YORK, May 23, 1901. 190 Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States. Dear Sir:- Will you kindly inform us where we can obtain a copy of the Public papers of Theodore Roosevelt, Governor of New York, 1900. Respectfully, F.B. Bigelow Librarian. [*11778*] NEW YORK SOCIETY LIBRARY 109 UNIVERSITY PLACE NEW YORK, May 23, 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States Dear Sir:- Will you kindly inform us where we can obtain a copy of the Public papers of Theodore Roosevelt, Governor of New York, 1900. Respectfully, F.B. Bigelow Librarian. [*11778*] J. M. DIVEN, Division Commander, 228 South Main Street, Elmira, N Y. SAMUEL D. AULLS, Adjutant, 228 South Main St., Elmira. E. W. BEERS, Quartermaster 228 South Main St., Elmira. HEADQUARTERS OF New York Division C. D. HIGGINS, Seneca Falls, Senior Vice-Division Commander. R. B. BONTECOU, M.D., Surgeon, 96 Fourth St., Troy. REV. W. K. TOWNER, Chaplain, Dansville. FRANK K. MAPLES, Inspector, 125 Nassau Avenue, Brooklyn C.A. SCHOENECK, Mustering Officer, 660 N. Salina Street, Syracuse. GEORGE ADDINGTON, Judge Advocate, City Court, Albany. Sons of Veterans, U.S.A. EDWIN A. BOLTON, Lansingburg, Junior Vice-Division Commander. DIVISION COUNCIL: J. W. WALKER, Chairman, 166 E. 67th St., New York. PHILIP GROSBACK, 1024 Madison Street, Brooklyn. GEO. F. CHESBRO, Clerk, Phoenix. [shorthand] Elmira, N.Y. May 23, 1901. 189 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- I am a young lawyer asked to speak in Hammondsport, N.Y. in place of the late Commander Albert D. Shaw. Will you be so kind as to write me line or so saying something of the general as you knew him as you doubtless did or his work before the deaprtments and if I can have it to read to my auditors it will be very appropriate and very welcome. Yours truly, Samuel D. Aulls [*11777*] Watertown, S.D. May 23rd 1901 Vice President Roosevelt: New York City N.Y. Honorable and Dear Sir: Your letter of 18th inst. with enclosure of introduction to Ambassador Choate for Mrs. Schaller & daughter was received yesterday. It was a gracious act on your part & I am sure is gratefully appreciated by Mrs. Schaller & all her friends. Thanks a thousand times. Yours Very Sincerely E. B. Boggess [*11779*] [*PF*] WAR DEPARTMENT. ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE. WASHINGTON. May 23, 1901. My Dear Mr. Vice President: Replying to your note of inquiry of the 18th of May, I have the honor to inform you that the name of the officer in command of the Yellowstone Park is Captain John Pitcher, of the Cavalry, who, I am sure, will be only too glad to give you any information you may desire. with kind regards to Mrs. Roosevelt and yourself, believe me, Very sincerely yours, H C Corbin Adjutant General, Major General, U. S. A. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. [*11780*] 487 5th . San Bernardino, Cal. May 23, 1901. Mr. Theo Roosevelt. Dear Sir: Pardon me for taking the liberty of writing to you, but I would like very much to go to West Point and I didn't know who to go to for the desired information. If you can find time I will be very greatly obliged to you if you will tell me how and where I can get the full particulars of how to enter West Point. Of course I know it is no easy matter but I would like to try. Very respectfully yours, Wm Duggin [*11781*] [*PF*] [* ? *] WAR DEPARTMENT. ADJUTANT GENERAL'S OFFICE. WASHINGTON. May 23, 1901. My Dear Mr. Vice President: Replying to your note of inquiry of the 18th of May, I have the honor to inform you that the name of the officer in command of the Yellowstone Park is Captain John Pitcher, of the Cavalry, who, I am sure, will be only too glad to give you any information you may desire. with kind regards to Mrs. Roosevelt and yourself, believe me, Very sincerely yours, H C Corbin Adjutant General, Major General, U. S. A. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. [*11780*] 487 5th . San Bernardino, Cal. May 23, 1901. Mr. Theo Roosevelt. Dear Sir: Pardon me for taking the liberty of writing to you, but I would like very much to go to West Point and I didn't know. who to go to for the desired information. If you can find time I will be very greatly obliged to you if you will tell me how and where I can get the full particulars of how to enter West Point. Of course I know it is not easy matter but I would like to try. Very respectfully yours, Wm Duggin. [*11781*] LOUIS A. FROTHINGHAM ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR-AT-LAW [*PF*] TELEPHONE No. 645 BOSTON Rooms 29-29 1/2, 40 STATE STREET BOSTON May 23, 1901. Dear Mr. Vice President: I am not sure whether you expect to hear from me in regard to your nephew or not as you went to Cambridge yourself. As far as I can ascertain his chances for the P.C. are slim. You probably know this already but I write to make certain and because I told you that I would let you know. Sincerely Yours, Louis A. Frothingham [*11782*][[shorthand]]280 Linwood Street Brooklyn, N.Y., May 23rd, 1901 My dear Col. Roosevelt: I have your esteemed favor of recent date, and I appreciate what you say as a reason for not being able to give us a letter for publication,regarding our projected literary enterprise. I thank you for your kindly expressions of interest in my undertakings. I remain, Very sincerely yours, [*Ramon Reyes Lala.*] Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I., N.Y. 11783 Angel Island May 28th, 1901 Mr. Theodore Roosevelt Sir I, Richard P McAdams Privet in your Regiment under Captain George Curry served him fathful and honest. Now Renlisted in the Hospital Corps do Ask you by favor to healp me get a discharge for I have got heart shezears And I am not able to do my deauty the way I am [*11784*] My father And Mother Both has dide with heart trouble Private in the Hosp - Corps at Angel Island Richard P McAdams U. S. A. [*11785*][shorthand notation]ROWLAND B. MAHANY, BUFFALO, N.Y. PF May 23rd.1901. The Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States, Washington, D. C. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- Mr. Norman E. Mack of the times told me this morning that either you or Mr. Woodruff had urged the wisdom of my nomination for Mayor on certain of the Buffalo contingent, who were more or less reluctant to take that view of the political situation. In case it was yourself I desire to thank you cordially for any kind words you may have said, and to assure you that they were said in behalf of one who is, Your sincere friend, [*Rowland B. Mahany P.S. Senator Hanna is aggressively for me. R.B.M.*] [*shorthand*] 11786[For enc see 5-23-01]DEPARTMENT of KANSAS Grand Army of the Republic W. W. MARTIN, Department Commander. MARTIN NORTON,S.V. GEO. M. ADAMS, Chap. J.R. BAIRD,J.V. THOS. BLAKESLEY, Med. Dir. COUNCIL OF ADMINISTRATION S.E. FRANKLIN CHARLES HARRIS. THOMAS DENVER. A.S. CHASE. IRA D. BROUGHER OFFICIAL AND PERSONAL STAFF. F. A. LYON, A. A. General W. W. DENISON, A. Q. M. General SIDNEY G. COOK, Judge Advocate. JOHN K. WRIGHT, Inspector. H. C. LOOMIS, Chief Mustering Officer. O. H. COULTER, Custodian DAVID MILLER, Chief of Staff. U. B. PEARSOLL, Chief-Aide-de-Camp. Office of W. W. MARTIN Department Commander State House, Topeka, Kansas, May 28th [*[01]*]1901. Theo. Roosevelt Vice President U. S. My Dear Sir: I notice by press dispatches you are to be in the West soon. Could you not so arrange your dates so as to be at our Department Encampment at Junction City June 6 to 8? It would afford us great pleasure to welcome you, and from your experience last fall you are well aware the welcome would be a hearty one for no one occupies a warmer place in the hearts of the old soldier than you. If you can comply with this request wire me on it's receipt. Most Sincerely W.W. Martin Department Commander [*11787*](2) Mr. J. N. Jaros, brother-in-law of Mr A Mariani the great manufacturer of the Celebrated wine "von Mariani his popular agent in New York City, has brought this suggestion to me, was for the following reasons, is confident that I will succeed. (1) That I have for over twenty years (20) presented the Great Gothic & Norman Cathedrals of France to the American people, such as, the Metropolitan 7 sumptuous Cathe. of Rheims, Beauvais, Amiens, Orleans, Rouen, the Abbey of Owen, Chartre, Touro, Toulouse and of course Notre Dame Paris, with many others, and have given these 23d May 1901 Army and Navy Club of the City of New York. 16, West 31st St. My dear Colonel Roosevelt, Friends in France & many residents in New York City, who have heard my lectures on "Foreign Lands" at Chickering Hall, Fifth Avenue have urged me to make application to the authorities in Paris for the decoration of the Legion of Honor I have written a letter to General Horace Porter our ambassador to France, in which I have embodied the reasons, why it is believed that I am entitled to this much coveted distinction. [*11788*]3 lectures, before people of the highest culture in Boston (Tremont Temple), Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Buffalo, Hartford (Trinity College) and at Chickering Hall, Fifth Avenue, for over twenty (20) years, having carefully studied the growth of the French Gothic and the School of Architecture, having personally visited these and had illustrations made in Paris, thereby encouraging tourists & travellers to make the same pilgrimage. 2ly) That on lectures on Northern & Southern France, I have educated the principals, teachers & older people of the Public Schools of New York City, as well as the Private & more exclusive seminaries of learning, making them familiar, with every Town, City and picturesque locality of that County land: also, the Chateaux in the Loire & other noted places, that are saturated with the romance of Chivalry of France, weaving in National & local events. 3ly) That 'Paris, Past & Present' had superb illustrations, has been repeatedly given at Chickering Hall, Fifth Avenue, and other salient counties, enabling the visitor to go to this Imperial City on the Seine, and to thoroughly appreciate, what they are seeing, for travelling without preparation is but putting "embroidery on Cobwebs" [*11789*][*[For 3 encs see 5-23-01]*] (4th) 4) That for a quarter of a century I have spoken on Platform, Rostrum in favor of the Trans Atlantic S.S. and have gone every year myself on these magnificent ships. Though I have not the personal pleasure of Honoring[?] you I have always profoundly admired your energy, honesty & splendid [?] & knowing the intelligent sympathy you have for literary work & the reciprocity of feeling that exists between those who work with their Brains I venture to solicit from you a [?] wired in my favor, to General Horace Porter, our Ambassador at Paris [*11790*] [*Address Army & Navy Club, 16 West 31st St. Rev. Dr. Newland Maynard, F.R.H.P. Gold Medalist & Fellow of the Royal Historical Society of Great Britain Chaplain Ninth Reg't. N.G.S.N.Y. & First & Second Battery. 130 Fifth Ave. N.Y. or, Army and Navy Club [*11791*] THE GREENVILLE DAILY NEWS, EDITORIAL ROOMS, JOHN A. MOROSO, . Editor. GREENVILLE, S. C., May 23, 1901. Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States of America. My dear Colonel: The Hon. John L. Mc Laurin requests that I mail you, as I do under separate cover, a copy of this paper of this date, calling your attention to the report of his speech and the editorial thereon. Taking the opportunity to express to you, as an American citizen and Carolinian, my best wishes for your welfare and happiness, I am, sir, Most obediently yours John A Moroso [shorthand] [*11792*]I take the liberty also of enclosing a Recommendation of Major General Sickles, & Major General Roe, Commanding the National Guard of New York Genl Gillesie and Senator Chauncey M. Depew & others, have sent me letters to the Ambassador. I must not tell you how grateful I shall be to secure your assistance on getting this great [?] or so on my 64 year (recently celebrated) [?] going off my career as a well known American Custom With great respect for you & your high office I remain Very sincerely yours Rev. Dr. Newland Maynard To HIs Excellency Theodore Roosevelt Vice President &c &c Washington D.C. In 1880, I received the Gold Medal of the Royal Historical Society of Great Britain I was elected Fellow, for my discourses[?] on Sacred Art and Medieval Architecture for English Cathedrals, Cathedrals of Italy, France The Netherlands, Germany & Belgium. But at the present time the French do not like England. I have not said anything about it N.M [*[Maynard]*]OFFICE OF SECRETARY OTTAWA CHAUTAUQUA ASSEMBLY STUDY OF PASTOR FIRST M. E. CHURCH OTTAWA, KANSAS. CYRUS S. NUSBAUM. EDITOR AND MANAGER ASSEMBLY HERALD. Assembly, June 24 to July 5, 1901. May 23, 1901. My dear Sir:- The enclosed clipping from one of our Western papers will explain itself. Perhaps you will remember my visit to Washington during Inaugural, and my calling upon you at your office with Senator Burton and Congressman Long of Kansas regarding a visit to our Chautauqua Assembly. At that time you said you would not visit the Rough Rider's Union at Colorado Springs this year, but if you did you would give us an address at our Assembly. Now I am glad to know that you are coming and will be with us. We are on the direct line from Kansas City to Colorado Springs. We can arrange for your coming to our Assembly any day you choose from June 24th to July 5th without an inconvenience. We can arrange for your train to stop over here for a couple of hours which will only detain you in your trip that long. Our people are delighted to know that you are coming West and your promise to stop with us, if you come, has created the greatest enthusiasm in these parts. Please let me hear from you at once and don't think of refusing our urgent and enthusiastic demand for your presence. July first would suit us immensely, but any day you choose will be alright. Yours faithfully, [*C.S. Nusbaum, Sec'y.*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D. C. 11793[For enc see 5-23-01]ause mother asked me to write to you for her; please dear Mr. Roosevelt be kind enough to write me just a few lines when you have any moments to spend in writing. Mother things so much of you, and so do I although I do not know you but some day I hope to have the pleasure of seeing you; I will close hoping in am not giving you any trouble asking you to grant this favor for my dear mother. Some time 806 Court St. Lynchburg [*[May 23, 1901.]*] Va. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- I am Maud O'dell daughter of Josephine O'dell, you will remember my mother who was housekeeper with Commander Davis, at the Naval Observatory. I am just from school and wish to live with my mother in Washington and expect to take a civil examination in the fall; so that mother and I can live to- [*11794*]I may be able to do somthing for you; as you have done so much for my mother; I will say farewell from Maud O'Dell Thursday-May 23rd 1901- [*shorthand notes*] gether. It will be necessary for her to secure a place where she can earn more money than in domestic service. Mother remembers very gratefully the kindness which you showed to her, and hopes you will not think it amiss in asking you to give her a letter to the heads of some Department, recommending her as a char-woman, she is able and experinced in cleaning and could fill such a position thoroughly well. I am writing to you bec- [*11795*] ARMORY COMPANY "H," THIRD REGIMENT OF INFANTRY, NATIONAL GUARD OF PENNA. Philadelphia May 23rd, 1901 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt Vice President U.S. Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- We are about to give an entertainment in our Armory for the purpose of raising a fund for refitting and furnishing our quarters in the building, and I will briefly state that during the absence of our regiment in the late Spanish-American War we were not in receipt of any public funds to enable us to keep up our organization, and our Armory was during that period occupied by one of the provisional regiments. To properly refit or quarters, will require the expenditure of a considerable sum of money and as it is entirely for the interests of a military command which is well known to be deserving of the cordial support of all public spirited citizens it is confidently hoped that you will favor us with a liberal subscription. Enclosed please find 100 tickets for which kindly draw check payable to order of B. B. Osborn, Captain. Yours respectfully, Benj. Brown Osborn Captain, Commanding Co. H. 3rd Regiment N. G. P. This matter has the sanction & support of our Colonel. to whom I will refer you. Col W. G. Price Jr 3rd Reg: N. G. P. [*11796*]ADDRESS REV. DR MAYNARD, [130 FIFTH AVE,] Army & Navy Club NEW YORK. NEW YORK CITY, 23? May 1901 Copy of Major General Charles F. Roe, Commanding the National Guard of New York, letter, recommending the Revd Dr. Newland Maynard for the Legion of Honor, 'To Whom it May Concern,' I have known the Rev Dr. Newland Maynard for Many Years. He is a gentleman of very high education and has made a deep study, of all that pertains to church architecture & art of France, that knowledge he has imparted to thousands of people by lecture. He has brought the people of this comparatively new country, into close touch with France He certainly discusses any honor, that may come to him Most respectfully (Signed) Charles F Roe, Major Genl Commanding National Guard of New York [*11797*] 40 Astor St Chicago May 23rd [*[01]*] Dear sir We are making a collection of pictures of great men and would you be so kind as to send us one of yours to add to our collection Yours Truly Marion Curtiss Dorothy Raintree [*11798*]ADDRESS REV. DR. MAYNARD. [130 FIFTH AVE.,] Army & Navy Club NEW YORK. New York City, 23d May 1901 Copy of Major General Charles F. Roe, Commanding the National Guard of New York, letter, recommending the Revd. Dr. Newland Maynard for the Legion of Honor 'To Whom it may Concern,' I have known the Rev. Dr. Newland Maynard now for many years. He is a gentleman of very high education and has made a deep study, of all that pertains to Church architecture & Art of France, what knowledge he has imparted to thousands of people by lectures He has brought the people of his comparatively new country, into clos touch with France He certainly desires any honor, that may come to him Most respectfully (Signed) Charles F Roe, Major Genl. Commanding National Guard of New York [*11797*] 40 Astor st Chicago May 23rd [*[01]*] Dear sir We are making a collection of pictures of great men and would you be so kind as to send us one of yours to add to our collection Yours Truley Marion Curtiss Dorothy Raintree [*11798*][*[Enc in Maynard, 5-23-01]*] [?] Copy of Major Geenral Charls F. Roe, letter recommending Rev. Dr. Newland Maynard for Legion of Honor Lechtman Printing Co. Kansas City, U.S.A. 500, 502 and 504 Delaware St. Cusil Lechtman, President Nathan Lechtman, Sec'y Local and Long Distance Telephone 1278 and 2996 Kansas City, 5/23. 1901. Col. Theodore Roosevelt:- My Dear Colonel:- Would it be asking too much of you to get me a position in the Government Printing Office? Have had fifteen years experience. Reference: (If you desire): Chas. F. Scott, Congressman-at-large of Kansas; Mr. Harvey Flemming Kansas City Journal; Lechtman Printing Co; Delegate Dennis T Flynn, of Oklahoma. Would not ask the favor were I not competent, am good at tabular work, book-headings, etc. You may not remember my name, but I am the fellow from "D" who used to come over and help [*11799*]Lechtman Printer Co. Kansas City, U.S.A. 500, 502 and 504 Delaware St. Cusil Lechtman, President Nathan Lechtman, Sec'y Local and Long Distance Telephone 1278 and 2996 2 Bert Holderman out occasionally. My reason for wanting a place is permanent employment and better wages. I hope you will appreciate my sincere desire to get in. Thanking you for this much of your time, I am, Yours truly, Cliff D. Scott 502 Delaware St. K.C. Mo. (Troup "D") 11800[shorthand notation] ADDRESS REV. DR. MAYNARD. [130 FIFTH AVE,] Army & Navy Club NEW YORK. NEW YORK CITY 23?rd May 1901 Copy of Major General Sickles letter to General Horace Porter, American Ambassador at Paris, recommending the Rev. Dr. Newland Maynard for the "Legion of Honor" To His Excellency, General Horace Porter, Ambassador Extraordinary &c, &c, Paris, France. Dear General, I am informed that the friends & admirers of the Rev. Dr. Newland Maynard, a member of the Army & Navy Club, are taking the steps, to obtain for him, from the French Government, the decoration of the Legion of Honor As I happen to be a Commander in the Legion, I hope [*11801*] (2 it may not be regarded as inappropriate, for me, to associate myself, with the gentlemen, who desire to see this distinction conferred upon our Comrade, Chaplain Maynard. He really deserves the recognition from the French Government, because he has done more, than any literary man or public speaker, of whom I have any knowledge, to acquaint our people, with French Art, Architecture, and Municipal life. To his subjects Dr. Maynard has from years of observation & study and from the fullness of his knowledge, aided by his captivating oratory, he has delighted large audiences in this Country, from year to year, with most instructive descriptions & all that is beautiful in France or eventful in her history. It seems to me therefore that the decoration of the Legion of Honor may be aptly bestowed upon Chaplain Maynard "pour service rendu" I am dear general, with best wishes for four more years of your excellent service in [Paris?]. Very sincerely (signed) D.E. Sickles. [*11802*]Copy of Genl Sickles letter to Genl Horace Porter Am. Ambassador at Paris [*[Enc. in Maynard 5-23-01]*] ADDRESS REV. DR. MAYNARD. 130 FIFTH AVE., NEW YORK. NEW YORK CITY _________________ 189 ... OFFICE OF ... E.C. McCullough & Co. 210 Calle Cabildo ...... Walled City TELEPHONE No. 127 Book and Job ... Printers Manila, P. I., May 23rd, 1901. 19____ The Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States of America, Washington, D. C. Your Excellency:- I have the honor to remind you that during my incumbency of the editorial chair of "The Manila Times" that I had the pleasure of congratulating you upon your election to the Vice-Presidency of our glorious country. Not that I considered the honor equal to that given you by our home state, but for the good that might come out of it. If you read the election copies of The Times that I sent you the point of my remarks will show. To make a long story short, I believe you to be the best possible man to fill the presidential chair after the present four years have passed, and hereby tender my services to be used as you may direct to that end. I expect to return to the United States next year, and am confident that my knowledge of the Philippines question, gained during my three years stay here will be of value, if properly guided. Hoping to hear from you in regard this matter, I remain, Very Respectfully, W. N. Swarthout. P.O. Box 202, Manila, P.I. [*11803*] [*PF*] UNITED STATE SENATE, Jacksonville, Fla., May 23d, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Washington, D. C. My dear Sir: Just before the adjournment of Congress, Senator Frye, president pro tempore of the Senate, appointed me as one of a committee of the Senate to visit the United States Military Academy at West Point for the June examinations. I had planned to visit the Academy for the occasion, but our recent disastrous fire has left us in such confusion that it will be impracticable for me to leave here. I deem it proper to advise you of the fact in order that, if thought desirable, some other Senator may be appointed in my stead. Very truly yours, Jas P. Taliaferro [shorthand] [*11804*]All claims for errors and shortage must be made on receipt of goods. All goods are shipped at the Consignee's risk when they are delivered to a railroad for shipment, when we hold their Bill of Lading. All shipments are F. O. B. cars point of shipment, unless otherwise agreed upon. We are not to be held or liable for any damage or loss by reason of any delay caused by strikes, lockouts, accidents or other causes beyond our control. O. M. WEBER, Manufacturer of all kinds of PLANING MILL WORK, Shutters, Blinds, Sash, Doors, Mouldings, Frames, Etc. Felt Weather Stripping in all Shapes, Stair Work. Stairs put up Complete. ESTIMATES FURNISHED ON APPLICATION. All estimates must be accepted within fifteen days from date of same. Prices subject to change without notice. LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE 2 C, NORTH WALES, PA., May 23, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, V.P. of U.S., Washington, D.C. Your Honor: - We have been collecting records, etc. connected with Wolfert Weber's and Anneke Jans Bogardus' Estates. We are informed that your father won a decision in the New York Courts fifteen years ago in favor of the heirs Action has been commenced against the "Trinity Church Corporation" of New York City by the service of the summons on the Comptroller and Managing Agent, in Action #1, the summons was served April 11,1901, in Action #2, service was made April 17,1901. Proof of which service we have received. Service of notice of appearance by Jay & Candler, 48 Wall St., as Attorney for the Trinity Church Corporation in Action #1, was made April 16,1901, demanding copy of declaration or complant, this was drawn and filed on the 29th ult. We expect their answer every day. We are organized and have some very valuable papers and can prove our kinship without any doubt whatever. I trust this will receive your kind attention and that you will please let me have any information that you can give. Very truly yours, [*A. D. Weber, Sec'y*] 11805 Silo, I.T. 5/23/1901 to Hon Theodore Rosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Sir as per Ben Colberts canidacy for the appointment of US Marshal of the Southern Distric of The I.T. I am informed he has your support if he has I hope you will urge his claim and match his intrust. carefuly I will asure you it is the wish of a majority of the Rep's in the Chickasaw nation So I will close by thanking you in advance for all you may do for Mr Colbert yours truly Alfred S Wheeler P.M. Silo & your felow Rep and S of N in the enimys own land [*11806*]Groton School Groton, Mass. May 23, 1901 My dear Mr. Roosevelt, The gun maker with whom I have always dealt in Boston urges me to buy for the boys who are going west with me this summer a Haenel gun, about which I enclose a a circular. He advises this in preference to at 30-40 Winchester because it is almost two pounds lighter - Its disadvantage would be, he says, the comparative difficulty of securing cartridges in out-of-the-way places. If it is not too much trouble will you drop me just a line telling me whether you think this or the Winchester would be the better gun for the boys. Ted is well, but somewhat low in spirits, like all the rest of us, over the disastrous outcome of the St. Mark's match yesterday Sincerely yours, Arthur H. Woods. 11807[For enc see 5-23-01]Huntington L.I. May 23/01 Dear Col. Roosevelt: If you will be good enough to let me know when I may call for a few moments on you. I shall be obliged. I desire to settle a few details for your visit of June 6th Trusting that you & your family enjoy good health I am Yours faithfully John C. York Rector - St. Patricks [shorthand] [*11808*] The honor of your company is requested at the Annual Reunion of the Society of the Army of the Potomac to be held at Utica N.Y. May twenty-third and fourth Maj. General William J. Sewell, President Brevet Col. Horatio C. King U.S.V. Recording Secretary Brevet Lieut. Col. Sam Truesdell U.S.V. Treasurer Col. Charles W. Scott U.S.V. Corresp. Sec'y Please send reply to Brevet Col. Horatio C. King No. 375. Fulton St. Brooklyn N.Y. [*11809*]Contemporary Comment. Mr. Mahany's Candidacy. From the Indianapolis Journal. The announcement of the candidacy of the Hon. Rowland H. Mahany of Buffalo is one which should be greeted with pleasure by all New York Republicans. The importance of Republican victories in the coming city campaigns in New York State cannot be overestimated, and the Mr. Mahany would lead his party to victory in Buffalo there is small doubt. He is of the sort of stuff which is needed in politics in these days. Brilliant, strong of purpose, clean of record and of sturdy patriotism, he is a splendid representative of the vigorous young element in the Republican party. His record in Congress and in the diplomatic service is one of which his party may be proud and one which promises great things for his political future. He was Minister to Ecuador under President Harrison and served two terms as member of the national House of Representatives. The Republican party in Buffalo can do no wiser thing than give its Mayoralty nomination to Mr. Mahany. 11810 Clipping for Buffalo Clipping Bureau, 110 Franklin St., Buffalo, N. Y. Complete File of Buffalo PApers Scrap Booking A. Specialty, From Buffalo N.Y. May 4 1901 Express. Indorsed Mr. Mahany. Thrid Ward Committeement Say He is the Man Who Should Be Mayor. 11811 The Republican general and district committeemen of the 3d Ward met last night at the store of Henry Newman, No. 150 Seneca Street, and adopted the following resolution: Whereas, We believe that the Hon. Rowland H. Mahany would, 'If nominated and elected Mayor, give an administration of great benefit to the City of Buffalo, resulting in progress along the lines of business enterprise, and that said administration would be at the same time honest and liberal; and, Whereas, The citizens of this ward, in which he was born and raised, entertain for him a strong feeling of friendship; now, therefore, be it Resolved, That we, the Republican general and district committeemen of the 3d Ward, unanimously indorse Mr. Mahany for Mayor, and pledge him our earnest support for the nomination and the election. Indorsed in the 20th. Republican Committeemen of that Ward Favor Mr. Mahany's Candidacy For Mayor. At a meeting of the Republican committeemen of the 20th Ward, held last night, the following resolution was adopted: Whereas, The 20th Ward has always been relied upon to give Republican majorities and has never failed to do so; and Whereas, The people of this ward have shown unmistakably by their votes that they have an especially warm feeling of friendship for the Hon. Rowland H. Mahany; therefore, be it Resolved, That we, the general and district committeem of the 20th Ward, unaminously indorse him for Mayor and pledge him our hearty support for the nomination and the election. 11812 Another For Mahany. Candidacy Endorsed by 19th Ward Committee. The following resolutions, endorsing the Ma The following resolutions, endorsing the Mayoralty candidacy of Rowland H. Mahany, were adopted yesterday by the Republican Committeemen of the 19th Ward: Whereas, in the coming election the Republican ticket will run largely as the head of the ticket runs, and Whereas, no candidate mentioned can draw to the ticket as many Democratic voices as the Hon. Rowland B. Mahany, and Whereas, he can make a great campaign for the Republican party this fall, be it Resolved, That we, the General and District Committeemen of the 19th Ward, unaminously endorse Mr. Mahany for the Mayorality nomination, and in that event pledge him and the whole ticket a Republican majority in this ward for the election. General Committeemen, Martin F. Crowe, 1st District. Louis H. Farreli, 2nd District, John J. Brady, 3rd District, Frank Seafick, 4th District, John Webster 11813 Mahany is Indorsed. Committeement of the 11th Ward Agree to Support Him for the Mayorality. The Republican general and district committeemen of the 11th Ward met last night at Andrew Goets's place of business, No. 1204 Clinton Street, and adopted the following preamble and resolution: Whereas We believe that the Hon. Rowland B. Mahany would, if nominated, be elected Mayor and give to the city of Buffalo in honest, liberal and progressive administration, and, Whereas, In the opinion of the citizens of this ward, Mr. Mahany represents all the policies which they desire to prevail in the municipal government of this city; Resolved, That we, the Republican general and district committeemen indorse Mr. Mahany for Mayor, and pledge him our earnest support for the nomination and the election. Charles Becher, General Committeemen. Max Krieger, Committeemen, First District. Joseph Hoffman, Committeemen, Second District. B. Dor[?] Committeement, Third District. Anthony [?]kiewcz, Committeemen, Fourth Distrcit. Louis Fe[?] Committeemen, Fifth District. Julius C. [?] Committeemen, Sixth District 11814ROOSEVELT COMING WEST Vice President Will Visit Colo- rado in June To Attend Annual Meeting of the Rough Riders AT COLORADO SPRINGS. The Reunion Will Be Held June 23 to 25. He Will Spend a Short Time in Sight Seeing. Cripple Creek, Col., May 22.-Vice President Roosevelt will visit this dis- trict the latter part of June, according to a statement given in the camp. He will be at the annual meeting of the Rough Riders. which is to be held in Colorado Springs, June 23 to 25 and af- ter the business of the Rough Riders is settled he intends to spend two days in taking in the sights of the camp. He will be given a royal reception here and at Victor and other points throughout the district. 11817 MISSIONARY DEPARTMENT. Rev. Julius Smith. Special addresses by returned missionaries every day, representing the different denom- inations in their missionary work. SHORT-HAND DEPARTMENT. Prof. George Dougherty. Class study in short-hand every day free. GIRLS' CLUB. Mrs. Annie Hobbs Woodcock. Junior and Senior Classes, Lectures and Physical Culture. BOYS' CLUB AND MILITARY CAMP. Dr. James Naismith Wilbur G. Searles. One of the greatest features of the Assembly. We expect 300 boys in camp. DINING HALL Mrs. S. Piersol, late of the Centennial Hotel of Ottawa, which assures a satisfactory dining service. Come, intending to board at the Dining Hall. FOUR GREAT DAYS Special excursion trains on these special days. REMEMBER THEM. Sunday School Day--Wednesday, June 26. Labor Day--Friday, June 28. Musical Festival Day--Tuesday, July 2. National and Patriotic Day--Thursday, July 4. If you can't attend the entire Assembly, do not fail to come on these days. It will pay you. A complete daily program and any further information desired, will be sent you on appli- cation to the Secretary. 1878. 1901. Ottawa Chautauqua Assembly. Twenty Third Session. Forest Park, Ottawa, Kansas, June 24 to July 5, 1901. Rev. S. A. Northrop, D. D., President. Rev. D. C. Milner, D. D., Superintendent. The Strongest Platform in Years The great TWENTIETH CENTURY ASSEMBLY. A. W. BENSON, C. S. NUSBAUM, Pres. Executive Board. Secretary. 11815ROOSEVELT COMING WEST Vice President Will Visit Colorado in June To Attend Annual Meeting of the Rough Riders AT COLORADO SPRINGS. The Reunion Will Be Held June 23 to 25. He Will Spend a Short Time in Sight Seeing. Cripple Creek, Col., May 22.-Vice President Roosevelt will visit this district the latter part of June, according to a statement given out by one of his most Intimate Friends in the camp. He will be at the annual meeting of the Rough Riders, which is to be held in Colorado Springs, June 23 to 25 and after the business of the Rough Riders is settled he intends to spend two days in taking in the sights of the camp. He will be given a royal reception here and at Victor and other points throughout the district. [*11817*] MISSIONARY DEPARTMENT. REV. JULIUS SMITH. Special addresses by returned missionaries every day, representing the different denominations in their missionary work. SHORT-HAND DEPARTMENT. PROF. GEORGE DOUGHERTY. Class study in short-hand every day free. GIRLS' CLUB. MRS. ANNIE HOBBS WOODCOCK. Junior and Senior Classes, Lectures and Physical Culture. BOYS' CLUB AND MILITARY CAMP. DR. JAMES NAISMITH. WILBUR G. SEARLES. One of the greatest features of the Assembly. We expect 300 boys in camp. DINING HALL MRS. S. PIERSOL., late of the Centennial Hotel of Ottawa, which assures a satisfactory dining service. Come, intending to board at the Dining Hall. FOUR GREAT DAYS Special excursion trains on these special days. REMEMBER THEM. Sunday School Day--Wednesday, June 26. Labor Day--Friday, June 28. Musical Festival Day--Tuesday, July 2. National and Patriotic Day--Thursday, July 4. If you can't attend the entire Assembly, do not fail to come on these days. It will pay you. A complete daily program and any further information desired, will be sent you on application to the Secretary. 1878. 1901. Ottawa Chautauqua Assembly. Twenty Third Session. Forest Park, Ottawa, Kansas, June 24 to July 5, 1901. Rev. S. A. Northrop, D. D., President. Rev. D. C. Milner, D. D., Superintendent. The Strongest Platform in Years THE GREAT TWENTIETH CENTURY ASSEMBLY. A. W. BENSON, Pres. Executive Board. C. S. NUSBAUM, Secretary. [*11815*]OUR PLATFORM. The Hon. Champ Clark, two lectures, Mon- day and Tuesday. Dr. H. M. Hamill, Dr. William A Quayle and Governor W. E. Stanley, on Wednesday. Mrs. Bertha Kuntz Baker, for Woman's Club Day, Thursday. George L. McNutt, Edmund Vance Cook and Professor Roberts on "Liquid Air" - Labor Day, Friday Dr. Eugene May and Dr. Robert McIntyre, D. D., Saturday and Monday. Musical Festival Day closes with the Ora- torio, "Redemption," by 500 voices, Tuesday, July 2d. C. L. S. C. Day, Dr W. C Whitford and Congressman Charles Landis, Wednesday. Thursday, Patriotic and National Day, is to be the great day of the Assembly-Congress- man Charles Landis, United States Senator C. A. Towne. Dr W. C. Whitford and Nat. M. Brigham, with illustrated lecture, Friday, July 5. The American Vitagraph Company, with moving pictures, will be with us the first week. FOURTEEN DEPARTMENTS OF WORK MUSICAL DEPARTMENT. Professor George B. Penny, Conductor of the Chorus. Professor Z. T. Hulett, Conductor of the Orchestra. The First Regiment Band Mrs. Genevieve Clark Wilson and Professor Glenn Hall, of Chicago, Soloists. Musical Festival Day, Tuesday, July 2d. A Special Day of the Assembly. WOMAN'S COUNCIL Mrs. Noble Prentis. Special Club Day, Thursday, June 27th. W. C. T. U. Mrs, E. P. Hutchinson. A better program than ever before, with a number of prominent speakers C. L. S. C. Mrs, L. B. Kellogg The Round Table program of unusual interest. BIBLICAL DEPARTMENT. Prof. H. M. Hamill. Dr. Alexander Patterson. Normal and Bible Class Study. MINISTERIAL INSTITUTE> With noted speakers each day on special subjects, interesting to the ministers and church workers. Y. M. C. A. SUMMER BIBLE CONGRESS. Andrew Baird. Biblical lectures and Y. M. C. A. School of Methods. Physical culture and outdoor ath- letics. SUNDAY SCHOOL DEPARTMENT. J. H Engle. Dr. H. M. Hamill. LITERATURE. Prof. Vernon P. Squires. Popular lectures on literary subjects and class study. ART DEPARTMENT. Miss Harriett Montgomery. The most thoroughly interesting illustrated series of lectures on American art ever given in the West. 11816"Haenel" Repeating Rifles. "MANNLINCHER SYSTEM" Adapted to Smokeless Powder, High Power, Central Fire Cartridges. Nickel Mantled Bullets. Calibre 8m/m or .315 No. 1 Rifle. No. 1 Rifle. Extra Finish, Raised Matted Rib, half octagon Barrel, with Sling Swivels, Hair Trigger, Checkered Pistol Grip. Double Reversible Front Sight $40 00 No. 2 Rifle. Plain Finish, octagon Barrel, Checkered Pistol Grip, Hair Trigger 30 00 No. 3 Carbine. Military Finish, round Barrel, with Sling Swivels 20 00 Cartridges in tin magazine cases of 5 each Per hundred 5 00 No. 2 Rifle. Rifles weigh 6 1/2 to 7 pounds, 24 or 28 inch Barrels. Carbine weigh 7 1/2 pounds, 17 inch Barrels. Cartridges are made with full Nickeled Mantled Bullets for target uses or defense, and partly Mantled for use on game. They are loaded with "Walsrode" Smokeless Powder Part Mantled Bullets. Full Mantled Bullets. Range 4,500 yds. Killing Range 3,000 " Point Blank Range 300 " Velocity at muzzle 2000 feet per second. Penetration of full mantled bullet, 50 inches of pine. The Magazine Case drops out automatically when emptied by discharge of the last cartridge, and the weapon is then ready for reloading These arms are same as those used exclusively by the German and Austrian armies, and differ only being sporting finish. This (the Bolt Breech) system is recognized by all military experts as being the only safe action for use with nitro-powders. For Large Game, Target Practice, or Defensive Purpose, these arms have no equal, requiring no elevation up to 300 yards. The immense velocity causes the leaden point of the part mantled bullet to spread upon impact with the game, making a wound equal in diameter to that of a 0.45 calibre. By a simp0le locking device, these arms are made perfectly safe for accidental discharge. They are strong, very simple in constriction, and beautifully finished; can readily be taken apart and reassembled in a few minutes' time; and all parts (being accurately made to gauge) are interchangeable. Full instructions with each. We are the manufacturers' Sole Agents for the United States. MERMANN BOKER & CO., 101 & 103 Duane Street, NEW YORK. 1181830 30 cv PF EXECUTIVE MANSION PORTO-RICO [*Personal*] San Juan, May 24, 1901. My dear Mr. Vice President:- I was very glad to have your letter of the 15th inst., which I found on my desk when Mrs. Allen and I reached the Executive Mansion yesterday. I will see if there is anything I can do to help your correspondent from Corozal. We had a most enthusiastic reception yesterday --it was really fine. Many thousand people turned out, and the occasion was really spontaneous. It was most pleasing to Mrs. Allen and to me, and made me feel very proud, for the time. There is lots of hard work ahead of us, of course, but we are making progress every day, and the experiment is sure to be successful. I dined in Boston the night after your speech at the Home Market Club, with George Crocker, who had Judge Lowell, Henry Parkman, George Lyman, Maurice Richardson, etc., etc., all of whom listened to your speech, and are men whose good opinion is worth having; and they were all enthusiastic over your success. I am mighty glad you went to Boston and let them see you and hear you. With kindest regards, believe me Sincerely yours, [*Chas. H. Allen*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, Washington, D. C. 11819JOHN ALLISON, LAWYER, TILLMAN BILDING. HVILLE, TENN. May 24th 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay [*shorthand*] New York. My dear Mr. Roosevelt: The President bearing in mind, no doubt, what you were kind enough to say of me, in connection with commissionership for St. L. Expo. tendering me a place on the Board of Visitors to the United States Military Academy - West Point - this year - which I accepted and acknowledged my appreciation of the distinction etc. It would give me much pleasure - if while I am East - your affairs and my whereabouts would allow us to meet, if only for a few moments. I know, however, that you are always a busy man, and I scarcely hope to realize the wish. My wife accompanies me - or I certainly would "put in" at Oyster Bay - if only long enough to - "say howdy" - or as Southerners sometimes express it. I am sincerely yours as John Allison [*11820*][*PF*] F.E. DELONG BROKER AND DEALER IN SECURITIES AND REAL ESTATE OFFICE, 3D DOOR OVER POST OFFICE. Hornellsville, N.Y. May 24th 1901 Col. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir:- Please hang up this letter in your office till 1904. For President, Col. Roosevelt For Vice President Gen. Fred Funston Respy F.E. DeLong [shorthand] [*11821*] Sheffield Ala May 24 1901 Gov. Roosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Sir As I am in need of $.25 to compleat my education in book keeping and cant get it I will write you and see if you will send it to me if you will as soon as I can compleat my education I will send you the $25 back and 8 per cent enterest hoping to hear from you by Return mail Your True friend A. Gibbs Sheffield Ala [*11822*] [*PF*] F.E. DELONG BROKER AND DEALER IN SECURITIES AND REAL ESTATE. OFFICE DOOR OVER POST OFFICE. Hornellsville, N. Y. May 24th 1901 Col. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Dear Sir:- Please hang up this letter in your office till 1904. For President, Col. Roosevelt For Vice President Gen. Fred Funston Respy F.E. DeLong [shorthand] [*11821*] Sheffield Ala May 24 1901 Gov. Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Sir As I am in need of $.25 to compleate my education in book keeping and cant get it I will write you and see if you will send it to me if you will as soon as I can compleate my education I will send you the $25 back and 8 per cent enterest hoping to hear from you by Return mail Your True friend A. Gibbs Sheffield Ala [*11822*] [*[May 24, 1901]*] Mr Lyman Bloomingdale of Bloomingdale Bros. New York City Dear Sir: - On Decoration Day the Fire Department and Benefit organizations of Mount Kisco NY assisted by Firemen and organizations from adjoining towns, will parade through the principle streets of Mt. Kisco. (afternoon) White Plains, Tarrytown, Pleasantville, Katonah, Bedford station, Croton Falls, Brewster's and Pawling, will send delegations to assist us in our parade. Two large bands music has been secured. We understand that Gov ODell and Vice Pres. Roosevelt will be in Bedford station on our Decoration Day to assist at the formal opening of "Montefiore Home". It is the earnest desire and pleasure of the Decoration Day parade committee, to obtain Gov ODell and Vice President Roosevelt consent to hold their special train at Mt Kisco, for 5 minutes, upon their return enroute to New York - and address the assembled Fireman, organizations, and Ladies & Gentlemen. We have erected a grand stand fifteen feet from the Rail Road track, upon which will be seated the Village Board of Trustees, Board of Education, Board of Health, local ministers, County Treas. F. M. Carpenter, Bank officials & others. [*11823*]#2 If you can aid us in this enterprise, the people of Northern Westchester, and Mt. Kisco especially will thank you very kindly, and would deeply appreciate the honor confered upon them This letter confirms telephone message of today. Kindly advise me by telegram, (at our expense) at your earliest convenience. Yours Truly Walter F. Guissand West. Co. Mount Kisco N.Y. Chairman and Treas. Mount Kisco, NY May 24/01 ps. We could arrange the hour anytime in the afternoon to suit. If Rosevelt consents, will arrange 11824[shorthand] I haf plenty horses with me, anles you schould bring a party with you. I haf a head with me and Wanigan you may remember him from the little Missoury has 6 head witsch i could get at a Moments notice. If you want Elk we will haf to go 35 miles south of Belton in the oposite direction from Bowman Lake. Now i would like to asck two fafers from you if et dose not discomode you to much. I haf heard there is lots of land script to be got in Washington at a two figure. there is a pece of land near my [Range] Homesteat i would like to scrip. profiding i could get the scrip [two] for about $1.50 as the land is usles escept for Pasture and here we haf to pay $4 for et. If you could tell me wether i could get such scrip or not i wold be much obliged to you. Now here comes fafer No 2. dond get disgestet with me Collonel. S.M. Logan a frind of myn and a good Republican [as] has asked me to write to you in his behalf, he would like to be apointet Forest supervisor an the Flatt head Forest Recerv, i would be Forest Ranger under him. I will enclose his letter [*11826*] [*PF*] Pleasant Valley May 24th 1901 Vice President Roosevelt Dear Collenel In your letter last Sept. you told me you would come out on a hunt. How i wisch you could come out this Somer. The place i would like to tack you to is Bowman Lake 45 miles from Belton the nearest point on the G.N.R.R. You will find plenty of Game there, thare is withe and black tail Deer Moose, Bear, Mountan Lion and lots of Goats there, we can go with Horses up to the Lake from thare we go by Boat to the head of the Lake, i haf two Canoes there deckt over and a Sail on it, the Lake is 8 m long and 2 miles wide, the lake lies in the main range of the Rockys and a short walk will bring you right among the Goat. I will garanty you Bear and Goats. I think i will be send up thare by the first or [will] 15th of June as Forest Ranger and will be at Belton every 1th of the Month with my Report. [*11825*][[shorthand]][*PF*] Mr Logan would be a first glass Man for that ofice, he was at one thime our County Atorny and has done more to protect the Game and supress the [Forest] setting out of Forest fires than any other Man in the County. respectfully yours Fred Henry My adres at present it Kalispell Flatthead Co. Mont. [*11827*][shorthand notation]OFFICE OF THE Young Men's Christian Association A. F. HOFFSOMMER, Gen'l Sec'y Tarentum, Pa. May, 24, 1901. 190 Theodore Rosevelt Esq., Vice President of the United States, Washington, D.C. My dear Sir and Bro:- Our magnificent Y.M.C.A building, the gift of Captain J.B Ford, will be dedicated on June 7 next. We would like to know if you can be with us at this time to address the meeting. It will give great pleasure to Captain Ford as well as the rest of us to have you with us at this time. We realize that great demands are made upon your time but knowing of your great interest in our work we extend this urgent invitation. Now Mr. Rosevelt your presence here with us at this time will mean a very great deal to our Association movement as this is a new field and people have very little conception of the general interest manifested throughout the country by men of prominence. Please do not say "No" to this request if it is at all within your power to be with us as we shall certainly do our best to make your visit a pleasant one. Kindly advise by wire your answer at once. Fraternally Yours, A.F. Hoffsommer Gen. Sec'y. 11828 THE BI-CENTENARY OF THE FOUNDING OF DETROIT JULY 24-25-26th COUNCIL COMMITTEE ROST. BARRIE, CHAIRMAN WALTER H. COOTS M. J. KEATING JOHN WEIBEL WILLIAM HILLGER CITIZENS COMMITTEE W. C. MAYBURY, CHAIRMAN D. C. DELAMATER FRED T. MORAN JESSE E. SAXTON J. C. HUTCHINS GEO. W. FOWLE A. L. McLEOD A. H. GRIFFITH C. M. HYES J. J. HARRAR A. M. SEYMOUR Detroit, Mich., May 24, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Sir:- On the 24th day of July ensuing, the citizens of Detroit will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the founding of the city, and we may justly say the real beginning of the civilization which now dominates the great Northwest of our land. At the time of the founding of Detroit there were few, if any, settlements north of the Ohio and west of the Alleghenies, even to the great Pacific slope. It was at Detroit that the first permanent settlement was founded and we, therefore, feel that the celebration is worthy, not only of recognition on the part of the inhabitants of Detroit, but of all people who interests are so intimately connected with the events and who are partakers with us in all it has meant to this generation. It is with great pleasure, therefore, that on behalf of the Council and Citizens' Committee of Detroit I invite you to be the guest of the city on the 24th, 25th and 26th days of July, ensuing, including in this invitation such members of your staff and household as may honor us and agreeable to your good wishes in the premises. I write this invitation early in order that other engagements or appointments may not be permitted to interfere with its acceptance. Kindly indicate your acceptance by return letter. Program of exercises will be forwarded to you in due time. It is needless for me to say that the occasion will be replete with events of historic interest to all. Most cordially yours, William C. Maybury Mayor and Chairman F. H. Wakefeld Secretary 11829 PF HOULTON, MAINE, MAY 24, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. My dear Sir:- Your letter to Senator Frye enclosing letter of W. W. Sewall had been forwarded by the Senator to me. I have also received a letter from Senator Hale asking if I could recommend Mr. Sewall's appointment as Post Master. I know Mr. Sewall well and I will recommend that he be appointed. Whenever I can do any little thing of this kind do not fail to notify me. I believe Mr. Sewall will make a good Post Master, but it so happens that there is a very large petition for a Mr. Trueworthy, the American Express Agent. After receiving this request of yours I have recommended Mr. Sewall. I think I should have done so in any event. Mr. Sewall is now employed by me in looking after my lands. Very respectfully yours, [*Llewellyn Powers*] [*shorthand*] 11830HOULTON, MAINE, MAY 24, 1901. Hon. William P. Frye, Lewiston, Maine. My dear Senator:- Yours enclosing letter from Roosevelt received. I will endeavor to recommend the appointment of Mr. Sewall. It will be a pleasure for me to do anything that the Vice-President desires that I can in reason and I certainly can do this. Very truly yours, [*Llewelyn Powers*] 11831 THE NATIONAL LEAGUE OF IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONS OBJECT - THE PROMOTION OF CIVIC BEAUTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLICITY EXECUTIVE BOARD JOHN L. ZIMMERMAN, PRESIDENT EDWIN L. SHUEY, FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT MRS. CONDE HAMLIN, SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT FRANK CHAPIN BRAY, TREASURER D. J. [?]EDMAN, CORRESPONDING SECRETARY E. G. ROUZAHN, RECORDING SECRETARY MISS JESSIE M. GOOD, ORGANIZER HEADQUARTERS SPRINGFIELD, OHIO May 24, 1901. ROOMS 8 AND 9, CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK BUILDING Mr. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir: We are sending you a copy of "The How of Improvement Work" which supplements "the Work of Civic Improvement" already mailed to your address. These two publications detail many attractive features of the present movement for civic betterment. The League stands alone in its position as the organized exponent of all phases of outdoor improvement. Its assistance is daily requested by interested parties in all sections. The League builds up public sentiment, organizes and fosters local effort, thus securing permanency and power. These facts impel the presentation of the "League for your further consideration as a satisfactory form of investment for the public-spirited giver who seeks tangible returns from his contribution. Permit us to urge that you share in this timely movement by sending a remittance payable to the treasurer, Frank Chapin Bray, editor The Chautauquan, addressed to Springfield, Ohio. With thanks for the anticipated response, we are, Yours respectfully, NATIONAL LEAGUE OF IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONS. [*E. G. Routzahn*] Secretary. R-E Second Annual Convention, Buffalo, August 12=14, and Lake Chautauqua, August 15 The most notable event in the history of the movement for Civic Improvement Send for program 11832HENRY W. MILLAR, PRESIDENT T. R. PROCTOR, VICE PRES. WALTER JEROME GREEN, SECY AND TREAS. ARTHUR W. SAVAGE, GEN'L MANAGER. Savage Arms Co. UTICA. N. Y., U.S.A. May 24, 1901. Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir: Last year we made some important improvements in our rifles. If convenient to yourself, we would be pleased to have you ship, at our expense, your Savage carbine, so that we can make the improved changes. Whenever possible we have done this, for which there is no charge. Yours truly, SAVAGE ARMS COMPANY. [*Arthur W Savage*] GEN. MGR. THE WHY AND WHEREFORE. The movement towards civic improvement and public beauty has assumed such proportions as to warrant a group of earnest-minded men and women in organizing the National League of Improvement Associations, with headquarters at Springfield, Ohio. The League, as a federation of interests and of organizations of a varied nature, seeks to serve as a clearing-house for ideas and information; to direct attention to special needs; to emphasize the best means for attaining desired ends; to secure general interest by an extensive press and platform agitation, and to gain intelligent responsive public sentiment through educational literature and stereopticon addresses. The League has an open field, does not rival existing organizations, and is in no sense a legislative body. Without duplicating effort or destroying individuality it seeks to bring about unity and harmony between all the forces. It is hoped to lessen ephemeral organization, to avoid misdirected effort, and to secure a more general co-operation. The plan of work includes as extensive news service, the supply of data for speakers and writers, preparation of photographs and slides, a reference exhibition and circulating library, suggestion of programs for meetings and clubs, arrangement of assembly and institute presentation, the circulation of timely literature, the formation of local organizations, the direction of special effort for firms and other bodies desiring expert service. The earlier publications, The Work of Civic Improvement and The How of Improvement Work, have been received with much favor. Organized on the basis of volunteer service by the officers, the demands for aid and information became so insistent, and the opportunities for extension so numerous, that it was necessary for two of the officers to devote their entire time to an endeavor to handle office detail, prepare the necessary printed helps, and organize the filed work. The expenses of the first few months have largely been met by the officers, but there is immediate need of a nation-wide effort for which funds must be secured. Gifts may be for administrative expenses; Organization, Educational, Library, Stereopticon and Slide Funds; or for expenditure in a specified state or locality. Gifts to the League may happily supplement giving for buildings, libraries, colleges, or other public interests. Funds amounting to five thousand dollars will enable the League to show most gratifying results during the next few months. Address National League of Improvement Association, Springfield, Ohio. 11833THE WHY AND WHEREFORE. The movement towards civic improvement and public beauty has assumed such proportions as to warrant a group of earnest-minded men and women in organizing the National League of Improvement Associations, with headquarters at Springfield, Ohio. The League, as a federation of interests and of organizations of a varied nature, seeks to serve as a clearing-house for ideas and information; to direct attention to special needs; to emphasize the best means for attaining desired ends; to secure general interest by an extensive press and platform agitation, and to gain intelligent responsive public sentiment through educational literature and stereopticon addresses. The League has an open field, does not rival existing organizations, and is in no sense a legislative body. Without duplicating effort or destroying individuality it seeks to bring about unity and harmony between all the forces. It is hoped to lessen ephemeral organization, to avoid misdirected effort, and to secure a more general co-operation. The plan of work includes as extensive news service, the supply of data for speakers and writers, preparation of photographs and slides, a reference exhibition and circulating library, suggestion of programs for meetings and clubs, arrangement of assembly and institute presentation, the circulation of timely literature, the formation of local organizations, the direction of special effort for firms and other bodies desiring expert service. The earlier publications, The Work of Civic Improvement and The How of Improvement Work, have been received with much favor. Organized on the basis of volunteer service by the officers, the demands for aid and information became so insistent, and the opportunities for extension so numerous, that it was necessary for two of the officers to devote their entire time to an endeavor to handle office detail, prepare the necessary printed helps, and organize the filed work. The expenses of the first few months have largely been met by the officers, but there is immediate need of a nation-wide effort for which funds must be secured. Gifts may be for administrative expenses; Organization, Educational, Library, Stereopticon and Slide Funds; or for expenditure in a specified state or locality. Gifts to the League may happily supplement giving for buildings, libraries, colleges, or other public interests. Funds amounting to five thousand dollars will enable the League to show most gratifying results during the next few months. Address National League of Improvement Association, Springfield, Ohio. [*11833*] HENRY W. MILLAR, PRESIDENT T. R. PROCTOR, VICE PRES. WALTER JEROME GREEN, SECY AND TREAS. ARTHUR W. SAVAGE, GEN'L MANAGER. [*PF*] Savage Arms Co. UTICA. N. Y., U.S.A. May 24, 1901. Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Dear Sir: Last year we made some important improvements in our rifles. If convenient to yourself, we would be pleased to have you ship, at our expense, your Savage carbine, so that we can make the improved changes. Whenever possible we have done this, for which there is no charge. Yours truly, SAVAGE ARMS COMPANY. Arthur W Savage GEN. MGR. [shorthand] [*11834*]P.O. BOX 5296. TELEPHONE { 3138. 1536. [*PF*] Stone & Downer Custom House Brokers, & FORWARDERS. Cable Address: DEMANDER[?] IMPORT & EXPORT AGENTS. 53 STATE ST. ROOM 204 ONE FLIGHT. WM. MUNROE, PREST. J .L. STONE, TREAS. WM. CURTIS, CLERK. F. W. DOWNER, AUDITOR. AGENTS AT NEW YORK. PHILADELPHIA. CHICAGO AND PORTLAND. RELIABLE CORRESPONDENTS IN ALL PARTS OF THE WORLD. Boston, May 24, 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island. Dear Sir:. We are pleased to inform you that on the "AMPHITRITE" which arrived here from Melbourne Australia, there appears on the manifest, a package, containing a Saddle marked for you. We should be pleased to make entry at the Custom House, and will give the business our best attention, if you will kindly send us Invoices, B/L and instructions. Trusting we may hear from you We remain, Yours respectively, STONE & DOWNER CO. [shorthand] [*11835*] TIFFANY & CO GOLD & SILVERSMITHS UNION SQUARE NEW YORK 24 May. 1901- My dear colonel.- I have communicated with the members of the staff- extending your invitation for luncheon on June 8th and about 12. of us will be able to attend - the others will not be in town then- except one who told me he surely would be there [*11836*] but has been called away forever.- We expect to arrive at Oyster Bay by boat about 12 o'clock. If this is undesirable for any reason please let me know.- Please remember me to Mrs. Roosevelt and believe me Faithfully yours H. H. Treadwell Col. Theodore Roosevelt. [*11837*][[shorthand]][shorthand] 20 NASSAU STREET. May 24, 1901 My dear Colonel, The detail of my Regiment for a tour of camp service has been revoked and if it will not inconvenience you I can come to Oyster Bay with the staff on June eighth. With regards to Mrs. Roosevelt believe me, Sincerely yours, George Albert Wingate Hon Theodore Roosevelt [*11838*] ORDER OF DONT KNOCK ODK SUPREME LODGE. MAURICE H. CASE, SUPREME PRESIDENT. CLARENCE E. LAVERY, SUPREME SEC'Y. & TREAS. Buffalo, N.Y. May 25th 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir Enclosed please find Constitution and Laws of the "Order of Dont Knock", also clipping from the Buffalo Express of May 21st 1901, explaining the objects of the Order. You would confer a very great favor upon this Organization, if you would kindly look into the matter and send us an autograph letter stating your opinion of its objects and purposes. We feel that recognition by you would add materially to the growth of this society which is destined to do a great amount of good, and should you decide to authorize us to enroll you as an honorary member of the "Order of Dont Knock" we will feel highly honored. Trusting to hear from you soon I remain Yours respy Maurice H Case Supreme President 202 Main St Buffalo N.Y. 11839[shorthand notation] Presidio, San Francisco, Cal. May 25, 1901. The Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Oyster Bay L. I. N.Y. Sir:- I write to ask for your help in getting an appointment as a commissioned officer in the Regular Army. You wrote to me while in the Philippines, in answer to an application which I sent to you; saying that you would do what was in your power to secure me an appointment. I have the endorsement of my Regt. Commander which we in the Philippines were given to understand was all sufficient- and have depended upon my record and military endorsements which seem to have failed as [*11840*]my name does not appear in the list of appointed candidates. You were good enough to secure me my present commission, on my service in 'Troop C' N. Y. Cavalry. and now I ask that I be appointed on my record in the Philippines. My application with endorsements is on file in the War Department. Gen Bates who was at the time Dept. Commander in So. Luzon endorsed it and sent it forward. It is necessary that I should make personal application for this commission as my father who was endeavoring to secure it for me has suddenly died while I was on my way to the United States. Hoping that you may be able to grant my request. Very respectfully Archibald F. Commiskey Capt. 46th Inft. U.S.V. [*11841*][shorthand notation] [*PF*] May 25th 1901. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY BUREAU OF NAVIGATION WASHINGTON, D.C. Dear Theodore Captain Chadwick is attending to the gov't's needs & wants you to know in what way he is serving it Aft W S Cowles [*[COWLES]*] [*shorthand*] [*11842*][For enc see 5-25-01]Form 34. 20 M.-10-'00. METROPOLITAN STREET RAILWAY COMPANY, NEW YORK, May 25. 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, LI. My Dear Friend, It is some time since I have had pleasure of writing you but having been informed of your noble generosity since your inauguration and having heard rumors of changes in this Dept. Claims and Legal of our ward I wish to have my way to some other opening I do not care in what location of territory. Interior Secret Service or anything offered. My position now is making investigations in case of accidents and interviewing Physicians after suit has been brought. I have to my disappointment given up all money endeavors and Private Practice which I have neglected until it is almost too late to start in Anything carrying 15.00 up is acceptable I can furnish but references from this company and many others Awaiting your kindness I have the honor to be thanking you in advance Frank Irving Drafmann [*11843*]Bernard Katz, President. LONG DISTANCE TELEPHONE 251 PASSAIC I. W. England, Vice-Pres. and Treas. The Standard Emergency Ration Standard Soups Standard Chili Sauce Standard Pickles STANDARD TRADE MARK FOODS EASY COOKING. PURE FOOD FOR THE PEOPLE. AMERICAN COMPRESSED FOOD CO. PASSAIC, N. J. U. S. A. Evaporated Meats Evaporated Vegetables Specialties in Foods For Sportsmen, Miners, Yachtsmen, Etc. Passaic, N. J., May 25, 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Mr. Vice-President: I wrote you some time ago regarding the Standard Emergency Rations I had the pleasure of sending you through the courtesy of the Secretary of War, but as you were away when my letter was forwarded you probably did not receive it. As you probably know, this ration has been used in large quantities for the past three years by our troops in the Philippines and by the British Army in South Africa. The matter of its adoption will shortly come up before the Secretary of War and I am very anxious to obtain as many favorable opinions of it as possible. I trust that you were enabled to use some of this ration during your hunting trip and if this is the case I trust that you have formed a favorable opinion of it. I should be deeply grateful for an opportunity to talk with you for five minutes on this subject at your convenience if you will designate a time and place which will best suit you, and if you can see your way clear to make some comment which I can convey to the Secretary of War I shall esteem it a great favor. Trusting that I am not trespassing too much on your good nature in this matter and awaiting your reply, I beg to remain. Very respectfully yours, [*Isaac W England*] [*shorthand*] 11844 1420 Pierce Place, Washington, D. C. 5-25-1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Mr. Vice President: I thank you very much for your endorsement of my friend Dr. Chas. I West. I have no doubt that, when the Secretary of the Interior takes the matter up, your letter will cause him to give the doctor favorable consideration. I hope that you are well and that all the honor and happiness that this life contains will be yours. Very respectfully, Wm. T. Ferguson [*11845*]United States Senate, Washington, D. C., Ellsworth, Maine, May 25, 1901. My dear Governor: I wrote to Mr. Powers about your friend Sewall, and have just received his reply, from which I quote: "After receiving your letter I settled the matter in Sewall's favor," so it is all right, though it appears there was another candidate backed up by a lot of signatures. With all good wishes, Faithfully yours, [*Eugene Hale*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. 118462 It was "American" & we can't have it to constantly reiterated "civis Americanus sum" Twenty years ago I said in a Public address "The apostle cried "Civis Romanus Sum" & appealed to Caesar But in the Coming years in the vastnesses of the Himalayas- from the Mountains of Africa [thi] from crowded [Europe] Europe- the proud cry, "I am an Americanite" found round the [*PF*] COMMONWEALTH CLUB RICHMOND,VA. May 25, 1901 Hon The F. Roosevelt My Dear Col I am called here by business- away from my children & am very lonesome & when I feel so- my heart turns to you.- for I feel you heard & hear your voice to hearten me up I like your talk the Buffalo speech was exactly right [*11847*] 3 State & that the Stars will help The world with the glory of her citizenship - I want you to go at Emerson General of the Phillipines you can do more good there you can benefit mankind - you can help the cause of human rights more than all the V.P.s who ever held down a chair in the Senate, from old John Adams time. The Phillipines is your field - I am proud to see that your Monroe doctrine has stirred up the London Times But I want to have a knee to knee talk with you for a break Look out to [Bring] bring the Roosevelt tribe down in Oct - Nov - or Dec - December is too late for Teddys shooting But Possums will be ripe - Love to the Lady Yrs B.T. J [*[Johnson?]*] [*11848*] [shorthand]Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*1045a*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 6 Oy K 2g DH 3x RECEIVED at May 25 1901 Dated New York N. Via Washington DC 25 To Mr Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay ny Kindly advise if it will be convenient for you to appoint interview with me at Washington on Monday regarding your proposed trip to Colorado Springs AH Moffett, Rock Island Route. [*11849*] [*Compliments of N & N Jno. F. Naughton proprietor 426 Austin St San Francisco Cal*] TO THE UNHAPPY RICH (Wallace Irwin in Examiner, May 25, 1901.) Now, when I stand and contemplate The mansions of the rich, Whar millionaires they sit all day In hardwood chairs an' sich, Why, then one sweet consolin' thought Immejit comes to me- With all their gold the rich can't know The joys o' poverty. The rich may drink their shampain straight An' eat their fancy cake, An' all the vittles that the cook Can stew and brew and bake; An' they can have their menu cards Imported from Paree- But what's the use if they must miss The joys o' poverty ? I haven't saw the rich at home, But as I've heered it told, They don't do nothin' much but sit An' stack up piles o' gold. Gosh! what an all-fired tiresome job A rich man's life must be, Since he can't never hope to taste The joys o' poverty! An' sometimes when he gits durned bored His valet packs his grip An' Mr. Rich Man goes and takes A European trip. But what's the use of all them sights Seen so expensively, When all that furrin trip don't give The joys o' poverty ? Unhappy rich! you do not know The joys that fill the man Who works for jest what he can git An' eats jest when he can; Who don't get tired of stocks and bonds, But always revels free, Indulgin' without limit in The sweets o' poverty. So, when I see some poor, tired cuss With more than he can spend, I allers want to act the part Of an onselfish friend- To take his burden from his back An' let him change with me; Give me the gold an' let him take My blessed poverty! Compliments of N. & N., 253 Stevenson st. [*11850*]U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY GRADUATES ASSOCIATION, ANNAPOLIS, MD. May 25, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island. Dear Sir: The annual re- union of graduates will be held on June 6th. It will add greatly to our pleasure on that occasion to have you with us and on behalf 11851 [shorthand]of the Council. I extend you a cordial invitation to be present. Very truly yours, J. P. Parker St. - Comdr., U.S.A., SECRETARY & TREASURER, U.S.N.A. GRADUATES ASSOCIATION 11852 [*P.F*] PHILBIN, BEEKMAN & MENKEN, 111 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, (TRINITY BUILDING.) EUGENE A. PHILBIN. CHARLES K. BEEKMAN. S. STANWOOD MENKEN. 25 May 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Dear Colonel Roosevelt; - Mr. George W. Blake of the "New York Journal" called today with your letter of introduction of the 8" ult. For many reasons I thought it best to give him an interview on present conditions and hope I have not "put my foot in it", but think not as I talked very generally and assailed no one. My first real experience in public life does not make me [*11853*] PHILBIN, BEEKMAN & MENKEN, 111 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, (TRINITY BUILDING.) EUGENE A. PHILBIN. CHARLES K. BEEKMAN. S. STANWOOD MENKEN. pleasure to hear from you even tho' it was only a letter of introduction. I trust I shall have the pleasure of seeing you very soon. With sincere regard I am yours faithfully Eugene A. Philbin [*shorthand*] [*11854*]desire to continue in it, and be the subject of space in the daily press. While the filling of the office involves some sacrifice, yet the advantages desired are so great that I am very glad the appointment came to me, and my one hope is that the performance of its duties will be such in character as to furnish another proof that your judgment was not at fault, but that you determined to do the best for the community under all circumstances was fairly well carried out in this instance. It was a greatJ. D. SCARBOROUGH PRESIDENT. J. L. REGER, CASHIER. Bank of Waukomis, DO A GERNAL BANKING BUSINESS. COLLECTIONS A SPECIALTY. Waukomis, Oklahoma, May 25" 1901 Vice President Roosevelt. Oyster Bay, N. Y. My Dear Col. I am bending every effort to secure an appointmentas Post master in one of the County seat Towns in the Kiowa or Commanchee Country, And need your assistance. Knowing that I have sufficient endorsements in the Territory to Justify me in this request, And trusting I may Depend upon your Support. I am most respectfully Yours. [*M.L. Newcomb asst. P.M.*] 11855JOHN C. WEST ATTORNEY AT LAW 111 SOUTH FIFTH ST. WACO, TEXAS, May 25, 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir- I sent you by this mail a booklet entitled "A Texan in search of a Flight" It has no claim to literary merit - indeed it is quite common place - but I have read and enjoyed so much that you have written and thinking that you were a good soldier and great student of men and their motives I send it with the hope that it may give you an hours recreation - This is my purpose in sending it with great respect - I am Yours truly John C. West [*11856*]3 responsibility and the lack of united responsible opposition. These bodies discuss with closed doors: ordinarily the country knows little or nothing of their deliberations: in strict parliamentary practice, no member is permitted to allude in the House to anything that has taken place in committee. * * * The House finds that it must follow the committees or do nothing. * * * Log rolling, lobbying and a general laxity are thus made possible by the committees." This is a tremendous indictment, and its truth no one who knows anything of Congress can controvert. The opinion of one of or ablest and most single minded public men, the late Mr. William L. Wilson, sometime Post Master General, at his death President of Washington-Lee University and than whom there is no one who from character and ability had more fully the confidence of the American public, was so in accord with this that the following quotation from his address the 19th of January, 1897, before the New York Bar Association is a most apt supplement to the above; "The system of standing committees in Congress, and especially the system which has grown up in the House, makes such a distribution of responsibility that the sense of responsibility is practically lost with members and with the general public also. In the original distribution of committee work, and for many years after the organization of Congress, a single committee, that of ways and means, had charge of both revenue and appropriation bills and a single hand thus held the power, or to speak more accurately, the initiative, as to gathering public revenues and directing public expenditures. Thirty years ago a committee of appropriations was introduced and to it was assigned the task of framing the general appropriation bills, and since that date successive Congresses have widened the distribution of those bills to six other committees, not including expenses for rivers and harbors, which fall within the jurisdiction of still another committee. While one committee still has charge of bills looking to the raising of revenue, eight 11858 [*[ca 5-25-01]*] AN UNSOLVED PROBLEM IN OUR GOVERNMENTAL SYSTEM BY F. E. CHADWICK. There faces the Republic an evil which though long recognized and much discussed, grows heavier year by year, and must do so through the extension of our responsibilities as a nation, until we shall boldly face it and apply a remedy. This evil is the want - the absolute absence - of legislative responsibility. Following this want of responsible directive power and from it as a cause, Congress, as a body, has ceased to legislate. It has turned over the work of formulation of legislation to a large number of petty legislatures within it, with rarely any publicity; with no public discussion, and subject to the malign influences which any secret or semi-secret system necessarily courts. It is a method which traverses the most fundamental principle of legislation for a free country, viz.: Publicity. No one can question that the basic elements of sound legislation are publicity and freedom of discussion. Equally, there is no gainsaying that both are most lamentably wanting. The committees of Congress are composed of small bodies and their membership is nearly equally divided between both parties. Both the majority and the minority of the Congress are thus ready, as a rule, to accept without serious discussion the final report of a committee. The work of looking into the subject has been supposed to be saved to them and the finding in a great degree is accepted as the verdict of a jury in the matter. But who knows the influences brought to bear upon this 118572 jury? Where is there any record of committee debate or discussion given to the public? So far from there being anything of the kind, the proceedings generally, as far as the country is concerned, are those of a secret chamber with the vicious tendencies of such. I cannot do better than quote here at some length the words of Follett's "Speaker of the House of Representatives," (p. 242 et seq.) published four years since, and the author of which had the benefit of suggestion and aid from high authorities. "To some one of them (the committees) every memorial, bill, proposition or report of a department must be referred without debate. The committee therefore cannot be guided in its action by previous direction from the House: and no other obligation than courtesy rests upon it hear the friends or opponents of the bill. It usually, however, listens at least to the member by whom the measure has been introduced. Over the legislative material thus given it the committee has almost unlimited control: the custom of bringing in bills and referring them is really nothing but a form; the committees might almost as well be allowed to introduce all legislation; they may amend a bill as they please; they may even make it over so entirely that it is really a new bill, reflecting the views of the committee rather than the views of the originator; or they may, either by reporting a bill adversely, or by delaying to report it until late in the session, or by simply not reporting it at all, practically extinguish a bill. Most minor measures are in fact accepted or rejected according to the recommendation of the committee. Thus legislation rests with the committee: they may initiate what they please; they may stifle any measure which have not their approval; the rule that no bill shall be discussed without being reported by a committee might almost as well read: 'without being approved by a committee.' There are three practices, moreover, which greatly increase the power of the committees: the privacy of their proceedings, the absence of any definite 4 independent committees propose the legislation through which that revenue is expended; while other committees have jurisdiction over a large field of extraordinary and miscellaneous expenditures of grant of public property, and consequent power to increase the annual burden upon the treasury. Between all of these committees, drawing out the public purse, there is no co-operation or conference, and can be no unity of action. Each pursues its own way, frames its own bills, regardless of the others, and each committee naturally acquires high ideas of the special subjects entrusted to itself. There is no joint or individual responsibility for making the sum total of public expenditures tally with the sum total of public revenues. Each chairman in charge of a general appropriation bill, or of some proposed charge or expenditure, may be deeply impressed with the general policy or general necessity of economy and of holding the year's appropriation down to level of the year's income; but his individual responsibility for doing so is too weak and too divided to overcome his natural desire to advance and support the public service under the jurisdiction of his committee, or to resist the pressure of those who are seeking to secure funds from the public treasury. As there is no one whose official duty it is to oppose expenditures or grants, so an individual member who sets up as a "watch dog of the treasury," soon discovers that his power does not extend beyond objection to matters requiring unanimous consent, and that a systematic exercise of that privilege brings upon him an odium that impairs his usefulness and saps his popularity among fellow members. Add to the fact that there is no organization, or party or otherwise, in the House, to protect the general treasury from extrava- gant appropriations or from public raids, the further fact that there are in both Houses, many members whose standing at home, or whose re-election even, in their opinion, may depend on securing liberal allowances for public buildings, for rivers and harbors, or other local purposes, or in procuring this or7 by the country as such, the greatest figure in our polity; in a great degree the lawmaker of the United States. That the country should he content as a finality to rest these vast powers in the hands of one man combined with the present vicious methods of the committee system is impossible of belief and the issue which faces us is that of bringing into existence a body of members from the majority who shall be responsible for the character of legislation brought forward by their party and upon whom and upon the party they represent, responsibility shall rest unavoidably. In doing this all should seek to avoid any violent departure in methods and the following is offered as in accord with this principle and as being perfectly possible and practical. Firstly, to form all committees which may be regarded as political committees from the majority only. By the term political committees is meant those which shape administration, as the committees on Appropriations, Ways and Means; the Military, Naval, and Interstate and Foreign Commerce committees; those on Reform in the Civil Service, Rivers and Harbors, Rules and Territories. The effect of this would certainly be to give a real party responsibility to the party in power, cause an opposition to organize and thus produce a return to open debate and public discussion. This may he done without any constitutional amendment or even change of rules; it rests with the speaker alone. Mr. Woodrow Wilson in his valuable work, "Congressional Government" says upon this: "it is plainly the representation of both parties on the committees that make party responsibility indistinct and organized party action almost impossible. If the committees were composed entirely of members of the majority and were thus constituted representatives of the party in power, the whole course of congressional proceedings would unquestionably take on a very different aspect. There would then certainly be a compact opposition to face the organized majority Committee reports would be taken to represent the views of 11860 5 the grant of public property, and we cannot be surprised if an appropriation bill in its passage through both houses of Congress may take on a shape very different from that in which it began its journey, and vastly different from what it would be with any responsible control of our annual budget, or that legislation in the interest of special localities, classes or combinations, finds fewer obstructions in its passage than in other representative governments." Were governments composed of experts on the subjects before them and were the members of the committees guided in all questions by the highest considerations of public welfare, such methods would be tolerable; so also would be autocracy under such conditions. We know however that but too often the committees deal with most difficult matters of which they have no previous knowledge whatever, and it is not too much to suppose it possible that the public welfare does not in all cases take first place in the mind of every committeeman. This failure to establish a logical well-ordered system of conducting public business is, as we all can now see, the result of attempting, in the formative period of our constitution, to escape the very patent evils of the English constitution of the time. George III represented the last phase of the kingly arbitrariness for which Charles I suffered. The final war for a constitutional freedom in the establishment of which Great Britain was as much concerned as ourselves, happened only to be fought in America instead of in England. But our endeavor to avoid the interference of the executive with the legislature established so deep a gulf between the two that there is no crossing it. All initiative, except in foreign affairs, and all direction are left with Congress. The heads of departments are simply administrators; they have no other legal province; they work rigidly within the limits laid down by Congress. It has become the habit of the President to call these heads together on certain days for consultation, but they have nothing to do with the initiation, formulation or direction of legislation 11859 6 by any right conferred upon them by the constitution or by statute. The English cabinet also it is true has no statutory authority for its existence, but it has come to be, as a committee practically appointed by the majority of the House of Commons to carry on the public business, not only the administrators of the several departments, but the initiators and promoters in all important matters of legislation. It formulates the budget, stating how the money is be raised and how expended and thus puts forward the proposed national balance sheet for the coming year; and it should be noted as one of the most marked differences between our own and the English methods, that no money bill can be considered unless it be brought forward or approved by the "Cabinet," which is there spoken of, and properly so, as "The Government." What have we take the place of such directive power? It is self-evident that a power of some such sort must rest somewhere, whatever the system, and we find it in a crude shape in the Speaker of the House who appoints all committees, and, using again the words of the book already quoted, "at one moment decides what business shall com before the House; at the next appoints the man who shall guide the House during its deliberation upon that business; then may himself take a responsible part in the affair - managing it, debating and voting upon it - and finally, he decides questions of order which may have arisen from this very matter." This great and irresponsible power, irresponsible because it is neither recognized in the constitution nor known to the country, is the most striking instance in modern civilization, except in professed autocracies, of governmental power centralized in one man. It is however so centralized through the necessities of the case; our system made no provision for direction of the forces of Congress, without which it is nothing more than a town meeting. Step by step the power has gone by a process of natural gravitation into the hands of the speaker until he has finally become, though not yet recognized 8 the party in power and instead of the scattered, unconcentrated opposition without plan or leaders which now sometimes subjects the propositions of the committees to vexatious hindrances and delays, there would spring up debate under skillful masters of opposition, who could drill their partisans for effective warfare and give shape and meaning to the purposes of the minority. But of course there can be no such difficult division of forces so long as the efficient machinery of legislation is in the hands of both parties at once; so long as the parties are mingled and harnessed together in a common organization." But, as seen above, it is not suggested herein that all committees should be of the prevailing party. Such committees as those on the Judiciary, on Patent, on Agriculture, and all others which can be regarded in anywise as nonpolitical should remain constituted as now. The committees on Foreign Relations should also be an exception, as otherwise there would be difficulty in retaining continuity in our foreign relations in case of party changes. If the committees on Appropriations, and on Ways and Means and on Rules were united and made up wholly of the prevailing party, it would with its power to raise money and with the general control which it should have of bills for expenditure drafted by other committees, as those of Rivers and Harbors, Public Building and Grounds, &c., be able to control the national expenditures. The party in power would thus become wholly responsible for the means of raising money and for the money it spends; for the things it does and the things it fails to do. And if to this committee were added the Committee on Rules the new Committee would become a great steering committee, taking also the place of the party caucus, and we should have in this body of men unable at least to shift responsibility either in Congress or before the country; and this responsibility would finally attach to the party to which it belonged with a weight now almost altogether wanting.11 by the people, for the people, accepted by us all in theory, is still far from accomplishment. Nor shall we ever reach it until we shall have full public discussion, publicity, and direct responsibility in our legislatures. NOTE. - The writer desires to mention his special obligation to Chief Justice Nott, of the United States Court of Claims, for much valued advice and suggestion in connection with the preparation of this paper. [*11862*] 9 It is reasonable also to suppose that while the chairmen of certain important committees would be advanced in political importance, particularly the chairman of the great committee suggested, the now overgrown importance and weight of the speaker would be decreased. Of the desirability at this there cannot be a question. If the civilized world has decided any point in polity it is the undesirability of autocratic power. Whether he should remain a partisan or become a strictly impartial moderator could only be decided by time. Here is the opportunity of a great Speaker. Such a change would require but the courage of his convictions were he once convinced. It can be made without any constitutional amendment or even change of rules; it rests with him alone. Granted that he may well shrink from personally inaugurating or attempting so great a change; it may require a stronger backing of popular and congressional sentiment than now exists, but it would be in reality a lesser exercise of autocratic power than is now the constant usage of every speaker. While the foregoing is suggested as the change of primal need, there is a second which would seem to offer many advantages and would appear perfectly workable, viz: to amend the constitution to enable and require the President to appoint the secretaries and assistant secretaries of the several departments from members of Congress: requiring them to vacate their seats but making their departmental duty additional to their congressional. We should thus have upon the floor men who could be directly questioned as to department business, who would be directly in touch with the legislature and part of it, and whose presence would tend to bridge in some degree the present wide separation of the administration and legislature. Further, there would then open up the avenues to proper ambition in leadership which are now wanting. We do not have any large proportion of our best men in politics because there is no reward for such. There is now no power or distinction open to the members of [*11861*] 10 Congress except the dangerous dictatorship of the speakership of the House: the ablest of other members is lost to sight in the gloom and secrecy of the committee room; he may rule a committee but this under present conditions is not a great field for a high ambition which desires a name in the country's government. When finally analyzed, we are faced by the fact that the captaincy of the country is in the hands of a many-headed commission, the commission being Congress; the many heads, the committees, working at random, with great opportunity for hap hazard and emotional legislation, and with no concurrence or general guidance except that afforded by the dictation and will of a powerful partisan officer. The President is but an executive officer to execute the commands of this body. As it stands today, the most optimistic cannot say that the outcome of the present Congressional methods meet the expectancies of the founders of our Constitution, or that these methods meet the requirements of a people destined under sound direction to exercise an influence so vast that the possibility of such greatness itself brings with it an overwhelming obligation to meet any weak point in our polity. It would appear somewhat extraordinary that among the great number of states which make our Union and which are perfectly free to establish any form of republican government, and most of which make frequent changes in their constitutions, there has never been attempted a trial of one establishing direct responsibility, such as might insure the quick appeal to the people which is now practically wanting, but which in order that a government should be thoroughly republican in practice, is a necessity. The election of the state officers excepting the governor and lieutenant governor by the majority in the legislature, from among the members, and allowing these officers to retain their seats as members would probably lead to such responsibility. Lincoln's nobly phrased ideal of Government of the people [*[Enc in Cowles 5-25-01]*]MARRIOTT BROSIUS, Late Chairman Banking and Currency, House of Representatives: "I have been profoundly impressed with the character and range of the work contemplated by the 'National Civic Federation.' I believe the organization of this Federation will be an epoch-making event in our history. Its possibilities for good cannot be overestimated. Nothing has been projected on educational lines within my recollection so rich in promise of benefits to our citizenship and our statesmanship." THE NATIONAL CIVIC FEDERATION Headquarters 517 First National Bank Building Telephone Central 4 [CHICAGO, ILL] 233 5th Ave, New York, May 26th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President, Oyster Bay, L.I., N.Y. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- I am sorry our Committee did not have the foresight to interest you in our Taxation Conference before you had all your engagements made at Buffalo last week. The Conference was quite a success, and all who participated feel that it was an auspicious beginning of the movement to work out some uniform ideas on taxation. Our next Conference will be held on the public questions I talked to you about some time ago. I had a conference with Prof. Nicholas Murray Butler this afternoon and we blocked out some subjects for discussion. First: The Monroe Doctrine, its definition, diplomatic aspects and its commercial relation significance and possible limitations. Second: Reciprocity; Its political and towards Trade Expansion. THIRD: Administration of our dependencies. Fourth: Diplomatic problems arising out of our foreign Missionary relations. Fifth: The Inter-oceamic Canal Question. How do these topics strike you? Do you think of others that should be added, or some that might be substituted in place of some of these? I shall be here all week and if you are going to be in the city and can give me a few minutes, I wish you would. I want to talk to you about the time and place, chairman for committee, speakers and many other things. I shall be specifically at work this week on the labor situation which seems to be gettin in quite a bad tangle. This shorter hour question is one of the great problems of the hour and one that our committee is going to try to help solve in some way or other. Respectfully yours, R M Easley OFFICERS FRANKLIN H. HEAD, CHAIRMAN JOHN W. ELA, VICE-CHAIRMAN RALPH M. EASLEY, SECRETARY E. G. KEITH, TREASURER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL ADOLPHUS C. BARTLETT (Vice-President Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co., Wholesale Hardware), Chicago, Ill. P. I. BONEBRAKE (President Central National Bank), Topeka, Kan. JAMES H. BOWMAN (President International Printing Pressmen and Assistants Union), Chicago, Ill. D. RUSSELL BROWN, Ex-Governor (President Brown Brothers Company, Mill Supplies), Providence, R.I. W. L. BROWN (President The American Ship Building Co.), Chicago Ill. J. W. CUTRER (President Board of Levee Commissioners for the Yazoo-Mississippi Delta), Clarksdale, Miss. EDWARD F. DUNNE (President Iroquois Club), Chicago, Ill. JAMES P. EAGLE, Ex-Governor (Farmer), Little Rock, Ark. JAMES h. ECKELS (Ex-Comptroller of Currency), Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM DUDLEY FOULKE (Attorney), Richmond, Ind. HARRY A. GARFIELD (Garfield, Garfield & Howe, Attorneys), Cleveland, Ohio. SAMUEL GOMPERS (President American Federation of Labor), Washington, D.C. FRANK W. GUNSAULUS (Pastor Central Church), Chicago Ill. WILLIAM R. HARPER (President University of Chicago), Chicago, Ill. ABRAM S. HEWITT (Cooper, Hewitt & Co., Iron Supplier), New York City. FREDERICK W. HOLLS (Secretary Late Hague International Peace Conference), New York City. WILLIAM WIRT HOWE (Attorney), New Orleans, La. CLARK HOWELL (Editor Constitution), Atlanta, Ga. SAMUEL INSULL (President Chicago Edison Co.), Chicago, Ill. DANIEL J. KEEFE (President International Longshoremen's Ass'n). Chicago, Ill. THEODORE C. SEARCH (President National Association of Manufacturers), Philadelphia, Pa. WILLIS J. ABBOTT (Journalist), New York City, N.Y. WM. F. KING (President The Merchants' Association of New York), New York City, N.Y. EDWARD ROSEWATER (Editor Omaha Bee), Omaha, Neb. JOHN IRELAND (Catholic Archbishop) St. Paul, Minn. JEREMIAH W. JENKS (Professor Political Science, Cornell University), Ithaca, N.Y. AARON JONES (Grand Master Nation Grange Patrons of Husbandry), South Bend, Ind. EDWARD A. KELLY, Pastor St. Cecilia's Church (Catholic), Chicago, Ill. CYRUS G. LUCE, Ex-Governor (Farmer), Coldwater, Mich. FRANKLIN MACVEAGH (Wholesale Grocer), Chicago, Ill. W. A. McCORKLE (Ex-Governor), Charleston, W. Va. E. B. MARTINDALE (President American Central Life Insurance Co.), Indianapolis, Ind. E. P. RIPLEY (President Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway System), Chicago, Ill. FRANK P. SARGENT (Grand Master Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen), Peoria, Ill. CHARLES A. SCHIERKN (Manufacturer Belting), New York City. CATO SELLS (Attorney), Vinton, Iowa. ALBERT SHAW (Editor Review of Reviews), New York City. JOHN M. STAHL (Editor Farmers' Call), Chicago, Ill. JAY L TORREY (Stockman), Embar, Wyo. CHARLES F. WARWICK (Ex-Mayor), Philadelphia, Pa. BENJAMIN IDE WHEELER (President University of California), Berkeley, Cal. DUDLEY G. WOOTEN (Ex-Member Legislature), Dallas, Tex. [*11863*]ADVISORY COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL CIVIC FEDERATION MANUFACTURING. ABRAM S. HEWITT, Cooper, Hewitt & Co., Iron Supplies, New York City, N.Y. WM. W. CRAPO, Wamsutta Mills, New Bedford, Mass. D. RUSSELL BROWN (ex-Governor), President Brown Brothers Company, Mill Supplies, Providence, R.I. P.C. CHENEY (ex-Governor), Paper and Paper Stock, Manchester, N.H. ELLISON A. SMYTH, President Pelzer Manufacturing Co., Cotton, Sheeting, Shirtings and Drills, Pelzer, S.C. CHARLES A. SCHIEREN, Belting, New York City, N.Y. T.W. PRATT, President West Huntsville Cotton Mills Co., Huntsville, Ala. W.B. PLUNKETT, Treasurer Berkshire Cotton Manufacturing Co., Adams, Mass. ALBERT A. POPE, President Pope Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Conn. JAMES DEERING, Deering Harvester Co., Chicago, Ill. ROBERT MORAN, Shipbuilder, Seattle, Wash. THOMAS M. BLACKSTOCK, Phoenix Chair Co., Sheboygan, Wis. GEORGE BURNHAM, JR., Treasurer Baldwin Locomotive Works, Philadelphia, Pa. WILLIAM J. CHALMERS, President Fraser & Chalmers, Machinery, Chicago, Ill. JULIUS J. ESTEY, Estey Organ Co., Brattleboro, Vt. A.B. FARQUHAR, President, A.B. Farquhar Co., Pennsylvania Agricultural Works, York, Pa. JAMES N. GAMBLE, Vice-President The Proctor & Gamble Co., Cincinnati, O. E.H. GARY, President Federal Steel Co., New York City, N.Y. OTTO GRAMM, President The Laramie Iron & Steel Co., Laramie, Wyo. SAMUEL MATHER, Iron Ore, Cleveland, Ohio. A.R. MEYER, President Consolidated Kansas City Smelting & Refining Co., Kansas City, Mo. EDWARD C. MCFETRIDGE, President Beaver Dam Woolen Mills, Beaver Dam, Wis. JOHN A. MEAD, President Howe Scale Co., Rutland, Vt. CLEM STUDEBAKER, President Studebaker Bros. Mfg. Co., Carriages and Wagons, South Bend, Ind. STANLEY MCCORMICK, McCormick Harvesting Machine Co., Chicago, Ill. BENJAMIN ATHA, President Benjamin Atha & Illingworth Co., Steel, Harrison, N.J. G. WATSON FRENCH, Vice-President Republic Iron and Steel Co., Chicago, Ill. W.L. DOUGLAS, Shoe Manufacturer, Brockton, Mass. W.L. BROWN, President, The American Ship Building Company, Chicago, Ill. JOHN R. RUSSELL, Secretary, Russell Wheel & Foundry Company, Detroit, Mich. GILES W. BROWN, President Sioux Milling Co., Rolled Oats, Sioux City, Iowa. R.T. CRANE, President Crane Co., Iron Pipe, Brass and Iron Fittings and Valves, Chicago, Ill. GEORGE W. CROUSE, President Aultman-Miller Co., Mowing, Reaping and Binding Machines, Akron, Ohio. THOS. P. EGAN, J.A. Fay & Egan Co., Wood Working Machinery, Cincinnati, Ohio. CHARLES W. FRANZHEIM, President The Wheeling Pottery Co., Wheeling W. Va. F.J. HEARNE, First Vice-President National Tube Co., Pittsburgh, Pa. CHARLES H. HULBURB, President Elgin National Watch Co., Chicago, Ill. J.A. JEFFREY, President The Jeffrey Manufacturing Co., Columbus, Ohio. JAMES KILBOURNE, President the Kilbourne & Jacobs Mfg. Co., Columbus, Ohio. SAMUEL INSULL, President Chicago Edison Co., Chicago, Ill. WM. W. LOBDELL, President Lobdell Car Wheel Works, Wilmington, Del. B. G. MCMECHEN, Woolson Spice Co., Toledo, Ohio. O.A. MILLER, President The Central Ohio Paper Co., Columbus, Ohio. THOMAS M. OSBORNE, President D. M. Osborne & Co., Harvesting Machinery, Auburn, N.Y. CHARLES T. PAGE, Treasurer Page Belting Co., Concord, N.H. D. M. PARRY, President Parry Manufacturing Co., Light Vehicles, Indianapolis, Ind. THOMAS STRAHAN (ex-Mayor Chelsea), Wall Paper, Chelsea, Mass. W.R. WARNER, Warner & Swasey, Cleveland, Ohio. W. C. NONES, President and General Manager Kentucky Wagon Manufacturing Company, Louisville, Ky. AGRICULTURE. J. STERLING MORTON, ex-Secretary Department of Agriculture, Nebraska City, Neb. AARON JONES, Grand Master National Grange Patrons of Husbandry, South Bend, Ind. W. D. HOARD (ex-Governor), President National Dairymen's Association, Fort Atkinson, Wis. CLIFTON R. BRECKENRIDGE (ex-Congressman), Cotton Planter, Pine Bluff, Ark. CYRUS G. LUCE (ex-Governor), Farmer, Coldwater, Mich. JAMES P. EAGLE (ex-Governor), Farmer, Little Rock, Ark. B.F. CLAYTON, Member Executive Committee Farmers' National Congress, Julesburg, Colo. JOHN S. CUNNINGHAM, Tobacco Planter, Cuningham, N.C. E.L. FURNESS, Member Executive Committee Farmers' National Congress, Furnessville, Ind. GEORGE B. HORTON, Master Michigan State Grange Patrons of Husbandry, Fruit Ridge, Mich. A. B. HOSTETTER, Secretary and Superintendent Illinois Farmers' Institute, Springfield, Ill. GEORGE MCKERROW, Superintendent Wisconsin Farmer's Institute (Sheep Breeder and Wool), Sussex, Wis. WILL B. POWELL, Live Stock, Shadeland, Pa. C.O. RAINE, Master Missouri State Grange Patrons of Husbandry, Benjamin, Mo. HENRY C. WARMOTH (ex-Governor), Sugar Planter, New Orleans, La. T.F.B. SOTHAM, President American Hereford Breeders' Cattle Association, Chillicothe, Mo. JOHN M. STAHL, Editor Farmers' Call, Chicago, Ill. JAY L. TORREY, Stockman, Embar, Wyo. OLIVER WILSON, Master Illinois State Grange Patrons of Husbandry, Magnolia, Ill, R.J. HALL, Farmers' Alliance, Morris, Minn. JAMES G. HAMILTON, Secretary American Beet Sugar Co., Chino, Cal. L.N. BONHAM, President Ohio Poland-China Record Company, Swine Breeder, Oxford, Ohio. JOHN COWNIE, Farmer, Feeder and Shipper of Live Stock, South Amana, Iowa. S.H. ELLIS, Master Ohio State Grange Patrons of Husbandry, Waynesville, Ohio. A. T. GAMBER, Sheep and Wool, Weston, Mich. N.H. GENTRY, President American Berkshire Association, Sedalia, Mo. H.E. HUXLEY, Master Wisconsin State Grange Patrons of Husbandry, Neenah, Wis. M.J. LAWRENCE, Publisher Ohio Farmer, Cleveland, Ohio. H.J. WATERS, Dean College of Agriculture, University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo. E. W. RANDALL, Secretary State Agricultural Society, Hamline, Minn. GEO. C. RICHARDSON, Ryan & Richardson, Wholesale Apples, Leavenworth, Kas. J.R. RIPPEY, Secretary State Board of Agriculture, Columbia, Mo. B.W. SNOW, Statistician Orange Judd Farmer, Chicago, Ill. JOHN M. THOMPSON, ex-Master state Grange Patrons of Husbandry, Joliet., Ill. H. B. FRISSELL, Principal Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, Hampton, Va. C.H. WILLIAMSON, President National Apple Shippers' Association of the United States, Quincy, Ill. L. BRADFORD PRINCE (Ex-Governor) Ranch Owner, Santa Fe, New Mexico. LABOR. SAMUEL GOMPERS, President American Federation of Labor, Washington, D.C. FRANK P. SARGENT, Grand Master Brotherhood of Locomotive Fireman, Peoria, Ill. JOHN MITCHELL, President United Mine Workers of America, Indianapolis, Ind. PETER J. MCGUIRE, General Secretary and Treasurer United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Philadelphia, Pa. E.E. CLARK, Grand Chief Conductor, Order of Railway Conductors, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. T.J. SHAFFER, President of the Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel, and Tin Workers, Pittsburg, Pa. DANIEL J. KEEFE, President International Longshoreman's Association, Chicago, Ill. DENIS A. HAYES, President Glass Bottle Blowers' Association, Philadelphia, Pa. LABOR-Continued. JAMES O'CONNELL, President International Association of Machinists, Washington, D. C. H.J. STEINBISS, Secretary and Treasurer National Building Trades Council, St. Louis, Mo. D. DOUGLAS WILSON, Vice-President International Association of Machinists and Editor Official Journal, Washington, D.C. WILLIAM KLEIN, President Bricklayers' and Masons' International Union of America, New York City, N.Y. P.H. MORRISSEY, Grand Master Brotherhood of Railroad Trainsmen, Cleveland, Ohio. JAMES M. LYNCH, President International Typographical Union, Indianapolis, Ind. JOHN B. LENNON, General Secretary Journeymen Tailors' Union of America, Bloomington, Ill. HENRY C. BARTER, General Secretary-Treasurer Longshoreman's Association, Detroit, Mich. JAMES H. BOWMAN, President International Printing Pressmen and Assistants Union, Chicago, Ill. JAMES A. CABLE, Secretary Coopers' International Union, Kansas City, Kas. SAMUEL B. DONNELLY, ex-President International Typographical Union, Indianapolis, Ind. HENRY WHITE, General Secretary United Garment Workers of America, N.Y. MARTIN FOX, President Iron Molders' Union of North America, Cincinnati, Ohio. JOHN TOBIN, General President Boot and Shoe Workers' Union, Boston, Mass. WM. J. GILTHORPE, Grand Secretary and Treasurer Boiler Makers and Iron Ship Builders of America, Kansas City, Kas. JAMES F. MCHUGH, General Secretary-Treasurer Journeyman Stone Cutters' Association of North America, Washington, D.C. THOMAS O'DONNELL, Secretary National Spinners' Association, Fall River, Mass. PETER OULMANN, General Secretary and Treasurer National Union of Textile Workers, North Adams, Mass. JOHN PHILLIPS, Secretary United Hatters of North America, Brooklyn, N.Y. WM. J. SPENCER, Secretary-Treasurer Plumbers, Gas and Steam Fitters United Association, Chicago, Ill. GEORGE B. BUCHANEN, Secretary International Union Bicycle Workers and Allied Mechanics, Toledo, Ohio. GEORGE A. SCHILLING, ex-Secretary Illinois Bureau of Labor Statistics, Chicago, Ill. GEORGE E. MCNEILL, "Father of the Eight Hour Movement," Boston, Mass. COLLEGE. ARTHUR TWINING HADLEY, President Yale University, New Haven, Conn. J.G. SCHURMAN, President Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y. BENJAMIN IDE WHEELER, President University of California, Berkeley, Cal. THOMAS J. CONATY, Rector The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. JOHN F. HURST, Chancellor American University, Washington, D.C. DAVID STARR JORDAN, President Leland Stanford Junior University, Stanford University, Cal. JAMES B. ANGELL, President University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich. DANIEL C. GILMAN, Former President Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Md. J.L.M. CURRY, Secretary Peabody Fund, Washington, D.C. JOHN BASSETT MOORE, Professor International Law and Diplomacy, Columbia University, New York City, N.Y. F.W. TAUSSIG, Professor Political Economy, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass. THEODORE S. WOOLSEY, Professor of International Law, Yale University, New Haven, Conn. JEREMIAH W. JENKS, Professor Political Science, Cornell University, Ithaca, N.Y. WOODROW WILSON, Head Department of Political Science, Princeton University, Princeton, N.J. EDWIN R.A. SELIGMAN, Professor of Political Economy, Columbia University, New York City, N.Y. WILLIAM R. HARPER, President University of Chicago, Chicago, Ill. NICHOLAS MURRAY BUTLER, Professor of Philosophy and Education, Columbia University, New York City, N.Y. JOHN BATES CLARK, Professor Political Economy, Columbia University, New York City, N.Y. ANDREW S. DRAPER, President University of Illinois, Champaign, Ill, W.H.P. FAUNCE, President Brown University, Provident, R.I.COLLEGE-Continued. JOHN FISKE, Historian, Harvard Univer- sity, Cambridge, Mass. RICHARD HENRY JESSE, President Uni- versity of the State of Missouri, Columbia, Mo. CYRUS NORTHROP, President University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minn. CHARLES E. DOWMAN, President Emery College, Oxford, Ga. HARRY P. JUDSON, Dean, University of Chicago, Chicago, Ill. RICHARD T. ELY, Professor Political and Social Science, University of Wisconsin. HENRY WADE ROGERS, Professor of Law, Yale University, New Haven, Conn. RICHMOND MAYO-SMITH, Professor polit- ical Economy and Social Science, Columbia University, New York City, N.Y. HENRY C. ADAMS, Professor Political Sci- ence, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich. JOHN GRAHAM BROOKS, Lecturer Chicago University Extension, Cambridge, Mass. EDWARD A. ALDERMAN, President Uni- versity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, N.C. JOHN HENRY BARROWS, President Ober- lin College, Oberlin, Ohio. LEO. S. ROWE, Professor Political Science, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa. H.C. EMERY, Professor of Economics, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Me. WILLIAM W. FOLWELL, Professor of Political Science, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minn. FRANK J. GOODNOW, Professor Adminis- trative Law, Columbia University, New York City, N. Y. THOMAS C. HALL, Professor Union Theo- logical Seminary, New York City, N. Y. GEORGE HARRIS, President Amherst Col- lege, Amherst, Mass. WALTER B. HILL, Chancellor, University of Georgia, Athens, Ga. DAVID F. HOUSTON, Dean of Faculty, University of Texas, Austin, Tex. JOSEPH FRENCH JOHNSON, Professor, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa. JOHN H. GRAY, Professor Political Science, Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill. CHARLES J. BULLOCK, Professor, Wil- liams College, Williamstown, Mass. J.H. KIRKLAND, Chancellor, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tenn. VICTOR H. LANE, Professor, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich. HENRY MITCHELL MacCRACKEN, Chan- cellor, New York University, New York City, N.Y. GEORGE E. MacLEAN, President The State University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa. S.J. McPHERSON, Headmaster Lawrence- ville School, Lawrenceville, N.J. J.E. STUBBS, President Nevada State Uni- versity, Reno, Nev. JOHN R. COMMONS, Bureau of Economic Research, N.Y. JAMES R. WEAVER, Department Political Science, De Pauw University, Greencastle, Ind. A.H. EDGREN, Dean The Graduate School, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Neb. WALTER F. WILLCOX, Statistician, Cor- nell University, Ithaca, N.Y. CHURCH CHARLES H. FOWLER, Methodist Episco- pal Bishop, Buffalo, N.Y. JOHN IRELAND, Catholic Archbishop, St. Paul, Minn. HENRY C. POTTER, Protestant Episcopal Bishop, New York City, N.Y. CHARLES FLEISCHER, Rabbi Temple Adath Israel, Boston, Mass. THOMAS R. SLICER, Unitarian Clergyman, New York City, N.Y. JOHN LINDSAY WITHROW, Pastor Park Street Congregational Church, Boston, Mass. DANIEL S. TUTTLE, Bishop Diocese of Missouri, Protestant Episcopal Church, St. Louis, Mo. FRANK W. GUNSAULUS, Pastor Central Church, Chicago, Ill. FELIX ADLER, Founder and Leader The Society for Ethical Culture, New York City, N.Y. F.M. BRISTOL, Pastor Methodist Episcopal Church, Washington, D.C. FRANCIS E. CLARK, President Christian Endeavor Society, Boston, Mass. WILLIAM HAYES WARD, Editor Inde- pendent (Congregational), New York City, N.Y. J.S. DICKERSON, Managing Editor Stand- ard (Baptist), Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM FITZGERALD, Editor Catholic Journal, Memphis, Tenn. WILLIAM C. GRAY, Editor Interior (Pres- byterian), Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM DILLON, Editor Catholic World, Chicago, Ill. ROBT. F. COYLE, Pastor Presbyterian Church, Oakland, Cal. [*11864*] CHURCH-Continued. HUBERT C. HERRING, Pastor First Con- gregational Church, Omaha, Neb. D.C. JOHN, Presiding Elder Methodist Episcopal Church, Milwaukee, Wis. WILLIAM M. LAWRENCE, Pastor Second Baptist Church, Chicago, Ill. CHARLES J. LITTLE, Head Garrett Bibli- cal Institute (Methodist Episcopal), Evan- ston, Ill. EDWARD A. KELLY, Pastor St. Cecilia's Church (Catholic), Chicago, Ill. CLINTON LOCKE, Dean of Chicago (Prot- estant Episcopal Church), Chicago, Ill. THOMAS C. MacMILLAN, President Con- gregational Club, Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM A. QUAYLE, Pastor Methodist Episcopal Church, Indianapolis, Ind. WILLARD SCOTT, Pastor Piedmont Con- gregational Church, Worcester, Mass. FLOYD W. TOMPKINS, Pastor Holy Trinity Church (Protestant Episcopal), Philadel- phia, Pa. BEVERLY E. WARNER, Rector Trinity Church (Protestant Episcopal), New Or- leans, La. E.A. WOODS, Pastor First Baptist Church, San Fransisco, Cal. A.W. ACKERMAN, Pastor First Congrega- tional Church, Portland, Ore. FINANCE. CHARLES S. FAIRCHILD, ex-Secretary of the Treasury, New York City, N.Y. JAMES H. ECKELS, ex-Comptroller of Cur- rency, Chicago, Ill. E.S. LACEY, ex-Comptroller of Currency, Chicago, Ill. CHARLES S. HAMLIN, ex-Assistant Secre- tary United States Treasury, Boston, Mass. JOHN H. HOLLIDAY, Vice President The Union Trust Co., Indianapolis, Ind. WM. T. DIXON, President National Ex- change Bank, Baltimore, Md. WILLIAM C. CORNWELL, President City National Bank, Buffalo, N.Y. JOHN G.W. COWLES, President Cleveland Trust Co., Cleveland, Ohio. E.G. KEITH, President Metropolitan Na- tional Bank, Chicago, Ill. JAMES H. FLAGLER, Director National Bank of North America, New York City. E.F. SWINNEY, President First National Bank, Kansas City, Mo. P.I. BONEBRAKE, President Central Na- tional Bank, Topeka, Kas. J.W. CABANISS, President The Excahnge Bank, Macon, Ga. WALKER HILL, President American Ex- change Bank, St. Louis, Mo. S.A. HARRIS, President National Bank of Commerce, Minneapolis, Minn. PHILIP N. LILIENTHAL, Manager The Anglo-Californian Bank, San Fransisco, Cal. S.T. MESERVEY, President First National Bank, Fort Dodge, Iowa E.N. MORRILL (ex-Governor), President The Morrill & Janes Bank, Hiawatha, Kas. R.E. PRINCE, President City National Bank, Corsicana, Tex. FRANK W. TRACEY, President The First National Bank, Springfield, Ill. E.P. WILMOT, President Austin National Bank, Austin, Tex. HENRY R. WOLCOTT, Capitalist, Denver, Col. HENRY W. YATES, President Nebraska National Bank, Omaha, Neb. EDWARD T. BELL, President First Na- tional Bank, Paterson, N.J. C.F. BENTLEY, Cashier First National Bank, Grand Island, Neb. ANTHONY BURDICK, President First Na- tional Bank, Davenport, Iowa. A.L. CLARKE, President First National Bank, Hastings, Neb. PHILIP M. CRAPO, Financial Correspond- ent, Burlington, Iowa. D.S. GRAY, Vice-President The Hayden- Clinton National Bank, Columbus, Ohio. EDWARD J. PARKER, Cashier State Sav- ings, Loan and Trust Company, Quincy, Ill. JOHN S. GRAY, President The German- American Bank, Detroit, Mich. DAVID A. GREGG, President Indian Head National Bank, Nashua, N.H. P.K. HOLBROOK, Holbrook & Brother, Bankers, Onawa, Iowa. G. GUNBY JORDAN, President Columbus Savings Bank, Columbus, Ga. LOUIS WINDMUELLER, Capitalists, New York City, N.Y. HOMER LAUGHLIN, Capitalist, Los An- geles, Cal. E.L. MEYER, President First National Bank, Hutchinson, Kas. POTTER PALMER, Capitalist, Chicago, Ill. EDMUND J. PHELPS, Capitalist, Minneap- olis, Minn. J.G. ROUNDS, President Citizens' National Bank, Des Moines, Iowa. J.S. STAPLER, President Bank of Tahle- quah, Talequah, I.T. PAUL O. STENSLAND, President Milwau- kee Avenue State Bank, Chicago, Ill. PETER WHITE, Capitalist, Marquette, Mich. COMMERCE. FRANKLIN MacVEAGH, Wholesale Gro- cer, Chicago, Ill. ISIDOR STRAUS, of R.H. Macy & Co., Department Store, New York City, N.Y. FRANCIS B. REEVES, Importer and Wholesale Grocer, Philadelphia, Pa, A.C. BARTLETT, Vice President Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Co., Wholesale Hard- ware, Chicago, Ill. D.M. FERRY, Seeds, Detroit, Mich. FRANK H. PEAVEY, Elevators, Minneapo- lis, Minn. JOHN V. FARWELL, JR., Treasurer John V. Farwell Co., Wholesale Dry Goods, Chicago, Ill. J.K. BURNHAM, Burnham, Hanna, Mun- ger & Co., Wholesale Dry Goods, Kansas City, Mo. JOHN W. CRADDOCK, President Craddock- Terry Co., Wholesale Boots and Shoes, Lynchburg, Va. WILLIAM BARTON, Wholesale Boots and Shoes, Kansas City, Mo. W.R. BELKNAP, President W.B. Belknap & Co., Wholesale Hardware, Louisville, Ky. F.A. MANZANARES, Brown & Manzanares Co., Wholesale Grocers, East Las Vegas, N.M. IRA H. EVANS, President New York and Texas Land Co., Austin, Tex. SAMUEL B. CAPEN, Torrey, Bright & Capen, Carpets, Boston, Mass. JAMES W. MORRISSON, Vice-Prest. and Treas., Morrison, Plummer & Co., Whole- sale Drugs, Chicago, Ill. ALBERT LAWRENCE, President The Max- well Timber Co., Catskill, N.M. EUCLID MARTIN, President Parlin, Oren- dorff & Martin Co., Jobbers of Farm Machinery, Omaha, Neb. OLIVER McCLINTOCK, Wholesale Carpets, Pittsburg, Pa. HULLIHEN QUARRIER, President The Delaplain Dry Goods Co., Wheeling, W. Va. ALEXANDER H. REVELL, President Alex- ander H. Revell & Co., Furniture, Chicago, Ill. J. HARRY SELZ, Second Vice-President Selz, Schwab & Co., Wholesale Boots and Shoes, Chicago, Ill. M.M. WALKER, Commission and Grain, Dubuque, Iowa. E.P. BACON, Grain Commission, Milwau- kee, Wis. A.M. COMPTON, Superintendent John V. Farwell Co., Chicago, Ill. HENRY C. JACKSON, Wholesale Grocer, Parkersburg, W. Va. O. C. JENSEN, Jensen, King, Byrd Co., Hardware, Spokane, Wash. WM. C. HOLLISTER, President Hollister Brothers, Engravers and Printers, Chicago, Ill. J.W. VAN CLEAVE, Vice-President and Treasurer Buck's Stove and Range Co., St. Louis, Mo. GEORGE H. PARTRIDGE,, Wyman Partridge & Co., Wholesale Dry Goods, Minneapolis, Minn. D.O. RIDEOUT, JR. Merchant, Draper, Utah ISAAC SCHWAB, Wholesale Clothing Merchant, St. Louis, Mo. D.B. STEDMAN, JR.. Vice-President Abram-French Co. Boston, Mass. ALBERT DICKINSON, Prest. Albert Dickinson Co., Seeds, Chicago, Ill. A.O. RINGSRUD, President Ringsrud Mercantile Co. Elk Point, S.D. WM. B. DEAN, Nicols & Dean, Iron, Steel and Heavy Hardware, St. Paul, Minn. FREDERICK P. BAGLEY, Marble Merchant, Chicago, Ill. LAW WILLIAM WIRT HOWE, New Orleans, La. GEORGE E. LEIGHTON, St. Louis, Mo. W. BOURKE COCKRAN, New York City. U.M. ROSE (Rose, Hemingway & Rose), Little Rock, Ark. HARRY RUBENS (Rubens, Dupuy & Fischer). Chicago, Ill. ROBERT S. TAYLOR, Fort Wayne, Ind. VIRGIL P. KLINE (Kline, Carr, Tolles & Goff) Cleveland, Ohio GARDINER LATHROP (Lathrop, Morrow, Fox & Moore), Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM DUDLEY FOULKE, Richmond, Ind. FRANK O. LOWDEN (Lowden, Estabrook & Davis), Chicago, Ill. CATO SELLS, Vinton, Iowa. FREDERIC R. COUDERT, JR., Coudert Brothers, New York City. JOHN W. YERKES, Danville, Ky. JOHN L. GRIFFITHS, Indianapolis, Ind. J.C.C.BLACK, Augusta, Ga. B. J. BROWN, Little Rock, Ark. JAMES B. DILL, New York City, N.Y. EDWARD J. McDERMOTT, Louisville, Ky.LAW-Continued. JOHN S. MILLER (Peck, Miller & Starr), Chicago, Ill. HARRY A. GARFIELD (Garfield, Garfield & Howe), Cleveland, Ohio. HENRY D. ESTABROOK (Lowden, Estabrook & Davis), Chicago, Ill. CHARLES S. GLEED (Gleed, Ware & Gleed), Topeka, Kas. WILLIAM H. HOTCHKISS, Buffalo, N.Y. EDWARD QUINTON KEASBEY (A.Q. Keasbey & Sons), Newark, N.J. JOHN D BENTON (Benton, Lovell & Holt), Fargo, N.D. FRANCIS A. BROGAN, Omaha, Neb. EDWARD CAHILL (Cahill & Wood), Lansing, Mich. COKER F. CLARKSON, New York City, N.Y. LORIN C. COLLINS (Collins & Fletcher), Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM S. HILLES, Wilmington, Del. L.W. MAGRUDER (Magruder & Bryson), Vicksburg, Miss. CHARLES W. OGDEN (Ogden & Terrell), San Antonio, Tex. W.P. POTTER (Stone & Potter), Pittsburg, Pa. JOHN P. WILSON (Wilson, Moore & McIlvaine), Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM S. POPPLETON, Omaha, Neb. WILSON H. PIERCE, Waterbury, Conn. WILLIAM A. 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BALDWIN, JR., President Long Island Railroad Co., New York City, N.Y. GEORGE R. PECK, General Counsel Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway, Chicago, Ill. CHESTER M. DAWES, Assistant General Solicitor Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad, Chicago, Ill. W.W. BALDWIN, President St. Louis, Keokuk & Northwestern Railway, Burlington, Iowa. E.D. KENNA, First Vice-President Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway System, Chicago, Ill. JACOB L. GREEN, President Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Co, Hartford, Conn. OSBORNE HOWES, Secretary Boston Board of Fire Underwriters, Boston, Mass. M. A. LOW, General Attorney Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railway, Topeka, Kas. CHARLES PLATT, President Insurance Co. of North America, Philadelphia, Pa. W.D. FORBES, President Farmers' Mutual Hailstorm Insurance Association, Des Moines, Iowa. ALEXANDER G. COCHRAN, General Solicitor Missouri Pacific Railway Co, St. Louis, Mo. E.G. HALLE, Manager Western Department Germania Fire Insurance Co., Chicago, Ill. JACOB W. MILLER, President Fall River Line, New York City, N.Y. H.D. RODMAN, General Agent Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co., Louisville, Ky. J. J. HAGERMAN, President Pecos Valley and North Eastern Railway Company, Colorado Springs, Colo. ORGANIZATIONS. THEODORE C. SEARCH, President National Association of Manufacturers, Philadelphia, Pa. ALVAH TROWBRIDGE, President American Bankers' Association, New York City. CHARLES F. MANDERSON, President American Bar Association, Omaha, Neb. RICHARD T. ELY, President American Economic Association, Madison, Wis. ORGANIZATIONS-Continued. EDMUND J. JAMES, President American Academy of Political and Social Science, Philadelphia, Pa. O.T. CORSON, President National Educational Association, Columbus. Ohio. S. N. D. NORTH, Secretary National Association of Wood Manufacturers, Boston, Mass. E .M THRESHER, President Ohio State Board of Commerce, Dayton, Ohio. LA FAYETTE MCWILLIAMS, ex-President National Association of Merchants and Travelers, Chicago, Ill. M. W. PHALEN, Travelers' Protective Association of America, Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM H. SAYWARD, Secretary National Association of Builders, Boston, Mass. WALTER L. PIERCE, President The National Metal Trades Association, New York City. H .W. HOYT, President National Founders' Association, Chicago, Ill. WM. F. KING, President the Merchants' Association of New York City, New York City, N.Y. EUGENE LEVERING, President Board of Trade, Baltimore, MD. WILLIAM E. ENGLISH, President Commercial Club, Indianapolis, Ind. WM. H. PARSONS, Former President Board of Trade and Transportation, New York City, N.Y. CHAUNCY H. CASTLE, President Stove Founders' National Defense Association, Quincy, Ill. T. B. NEAL, President Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta, Ga. THOMAS J. HOGAN, General Secretary the National Association of Stove Manufacturers, Chicago, Ill. HUGH CRAIG, ex-President Chamber of Commerce, San Francisco, Cal. F. E. BOOTHBY, President Merchants' Exchange and Board of Trade, Portland, Me. JOHN S. LAZARUS, President Board of Trade, Indianapolis, Ind. THEADORE MARBURG, Vice-President American Economic Association, Baltimore, Md. R. FULTON CUTTING, President Citizens' Union, New York City. V. EVERIT MACY, Treasurer People's Institute, New York City. CHARLES SPRAGUE SMITH, President People's Institute, New York City. MILO R. MALTBIE, Secretary Reform Club, New York City. HERMAN JUSTI, Commissioner Illinois Coal Operators' Association, Chicago, Ill. MURRAY F. TULEY, Judge Circuit Ct., Chicago, Ill. MORRIS M. COHN, ex-President Board of Trade, Little Rock, Ark. WILLIAM FORTUNE, President Indiana State Board of Commerce, Indianapolis, Ind. EDWARD F. DUNNE, President Iroquois Club, Chicago, Ill. A. S. GLOVER, President Chamber of Commerce, Chattanooga, Tenn. FREDERICK DRISCOLL, Commissioner American Newspaper Publishers' Association, Chicago, Ill. JAMES A. CARR, President National Association of Agricultural Implements and Vehicle Manufacturers, Richmond, Ind. ERSKINE M. PHELPS, President National Business League, Chicago, Ill. WILLIS YOUNG, President Northwestern Traveling Men's Association, Chicago, Ill. WALTER FIELDHOUSE, Sec'y and Treas. Association of Western Manufacturers, Chicago, Ill. H. M. AUBREY, President Business Men's Club, San Antonio, Tex. L. LOCKE BREAUX, President Board of Trade, New Orleans, La. C. V. BROWN, ex-President Chamber of Commerce, Chattanooga, Tenn. J. S. SLAUSON, President Chamber of Commerce, Los Angeles, Cal. GENERAL. LYMAN J. GAGE, Secretary of the Treasury, Washington, D.C. T. JEFFERSON COOLIDGE, ex-Ambassador to France, Boston, Mass. OSCAR S. STRAUS, Minister to Turkey, New York City, N.Y. ALVA ADAMS, ex-Governor, Pueblo, Col. BIRD S. COLER, Comptroller City of New York, New York City, N.Y. DON M. 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ROBERT TREAT PAINE, Philanthropist, Boston, Mass. JAMES D. PHELAN, Mayor of San Francisco, San Francisco, Cal. GEORGE G. CROCKER, Chairman Boston Transit Commission, Boston, Mass. EMIL PRETORIUS, Editor Westliche-Post, St. Louis, Mo. JOHN H. REAGAN, ex-United States Senator, Austin, Texas. J. E. RICKARDS, ex-Governor, Butts, Mont. ALBERT SHAW, Editor Review of Reviews, New York City, N.Y. HOKE SMITH, ex-Secretary of Interior, Atlanta, Ga. J. K. TOOLE, Governor, Helena, Mont. LAMBERT TREE, ex-Minister to Belgium, Chicago, Ill. WILLIAM P. WILSON, Director of the Philadelphia Museums, Philadelphia, Pa. CARROLL D. WRIGHT, Commissioner of Labor, Washington, D.C. WILLIS J. ABBOTT, Journalist, New York City, N.Y. EDWARD ROSEWATER, Editor Omaha Bee, Omaha, Neb. R. R. BOWKER, Editor Publishers' Weekly, New York City. PLATT ROGERS, ex-Mayor, Denver, Colo. CHARLES F. WARWICK, ex-Mayor, Philadelphia, Pa. SAMUEL E. MOFFETT, Editorial Writer New York Journal, New York City, N.Y. DUDLEY G. WOOTEN, ex-Member Legislature, Dallas, Texas. J. W. CUTRER, President Board of Levee Commissioners for the Yazoo-Mississippi Delta, Clarksdale, Miss. JOHN H. FINLEY, Editor McClure's Magazine, New York City, N.Y. T. THOMAS FORTUNE, Publisher, New York City, N.Y. LEOPOLD MARKBREIT, Publisher Volksbiatt, Cincinnati, Ohio. P. W. MELDRIM, ex-Mayor, Savannah, Ga. J. W. BRYAN, ex-Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky, Covington, Ky. EYRE DAMER, Editor, Mobile, Ala. M. N. BAKER, Associate Editor Engineering News, New York City. JOHN W. ELA, General Counsel National Business League, Chicago, Ill. CHARLES B. GOING, Managing Editor The Engineering Magazine, New York City, N.Y. BOYD WINCHESTER, ex-Minister to Switzerland, Louisville, Ky. NILS P. HAUGEN, ex-Congressman, River Falls, Wis. E. S. HUTCHINSON, Coal Operator, Maybeury, W. Va. HENRY H. ISHAM, Elizabeth, N. J. JOSIAH L. LOMBARD, Real Estate, Chicago, Ill. W. H. ROWE, President Beaver River Irrigation and Ogden Water Works Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. INSULAR REPRESENTATIVES. HAWAII. J. B. ATHERTON, President Chamber of Commerce, Honolulu. JOHN ENA, President Hawaiian Hardware Co., Honolulu. CUBA. V.F. VIDAL, General Commission Merchant, Havana JULIAN CENDOYA, General Commission Merchant, Santiago. PORTO RICO. RAMON CORTADA, Commission Merchant, Ponce. FRANCISCO P. ACUNA, Vice-President Porto Rico Advisory Board on Insular Affairs, San Juan. ROBERT GRAHAM, Machinist, Ponce. R. B. LOPEZ, Editor La Correspondencia, San Juan. PHILLIPPINE ISLANDS. EDUARDO CARCELLAR, President Camars de Comercio, Manila. J. M. UNDERWOOD, Treasurer Chamber of Commerce, Ilotlo. [*PF*] 1707 Massachusetts Avenue. May 26 1901 My dear Mr Roosevelt I beg to acknowledge your kind and sympathetic expression While such words cannot make good the loss which death has untimely imposed, they do soften and console the heart. Sincerely yours Lyman J Gage [*11865*] 77 Court St. Brooklyn May 26/1901. Dear Colonel. I am writing up New York Broadway from Whitehall St. to 23rd as in 1840 to 1860. I am in doubt on one point. My six sons belong to your generation but my six Uncles belonged to your Grand Uncles Generation. My Uncles 60 years ago, [at] were intimates of the Roosevelts then living on the corner of Broadway &14th St (then called) Grand pa's folks (Mothers side) then resided No 1 Union Square. What I am after is this, Are you a descendant of the Judge who resides on Broadway between 12th &13th St East side (am I right?) or of my family's neighbors on Union Square? I see by the Papers that one of your boys is named after old Captain Robert Kermit (Kermit & Carew) next door neighbor to the Roosevelts of Bway and 14th. Respectfully Stephen K. Glover [*11866*] [*PF*] 1707 Massachusetts Avenue. May 26 1901 My dear Mr Roosevelt I beg to acknowledge your kind and sympathetic expression While such words cannot make good the loss which death has untimely imposed, they do soften and console the heart. Sincerely yours Lyman J Gage [*11865*] 77 Court St. Brooklyn May 26/1901. Dear Colonel. I am writing up New York. Broadway from Whitehall St. to 23rd as in 1840 to 1860. I am in doubt on one point. My six sons belong to your generation but my six Uncles belonged to your Grand Uncles Generation. My Uncles 60 years ago, [at] were intimates of the Roosevelts then living on the corner of Broadway & 14th St (then called) Grand pa's folks (Mothers side) then resided No 1 Union Square. What I am after is this, Are you a descendant of the Judge who resides on Broadway between 12th &13th St East side (am I right?) or of my family's neighbors on Union Square? I see by the Papers that one of your boys is named after old Captain Robert Kermit (Kermit & Carew) next door neighbor to the Roosevelts of Bway and 14th. Respectfully Stephen K. Glover [*11866*] [[shorthand]]Eddyville, Ky May 26th, 1901 His Excellency Vice President Sir I am confined in Eddyville Prison for life I belonged to Troop F Tenth Cavalry and served in the Spanish-American War. I was home on a furlough and got in some trouble and shot a fellow and I was instructed to write to you to see if I [11867]2. could not be restored to my regiment I still have my furlough in my possession and have a fair record in my troop Sir if there is any chance for me to be released and restored to my Troop I would like to sent back I stayed four days over my furlough on account of my Mother being sick which I can easily be proven I reported to Louis Johnson about staying four days over my time [11868] 3 and he told me that it did not amount to anything I have written to Lieut. Whitehead and have never received any answer from him My 1st Lieutenant was killed at Santiago and my Captain was made General of the 10th Inft x 16th Inft Gen Wood was here in Hartford and told my Father to have me to William Glover has made a good record here as a Prisoner Yours Truly, Dan W. Miller Guard. [11869]4 write to you and see what can be done for me Sir if there can be anything done for me I wish it could be done soon Sir I hope your Excellency will help me to be restored to my regiment. Your Humble Servant William Glover Eddyville Box 34 Ky 11870 New York May 26/01 A.B. MacLaughlin Co. B. 8th Regiment N.G.S. N.Y. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt My Dear Captain I am now about to submit to the Colonel of the 8th Regiment N.G.S. N.Y. an application for a position as an attache of some kind in the Armory of the 8th Reg't., for the various positions that may be opened to me; and now come to you in the form of this epistle, for a letter of introduction to the Colonel of the 8th Reg't., so that he may know my worth; having served my time for the [*11871*] A. B. MacLaughlin No. 548 West 125th St. Manhattan New York [*shorthand*](2) State of New York in said Regiment under your Command while you were Captain of Co. "B" you would be better able to judge and commend me to him if you could forward me such a letter that I can submit to the Colonel, I would be able to secure a position in the aforesaid Armory of what I am about to apply for; by so doing you would confer a great favor to one of the privates of your old Company. Hearing word of your name proposed for the "Masons" and of the time (3) you were to be raised at Oyster Bay L. I., I made an effort to get over there to witness the ceremony; but was not very successful. never the less I have the honor of knowing my Old Captain is now one of the craft and has my heartiest congratulations and trust you will ever be successful in "Masonry", and reach the top notch, with many thanks for past favors and any that you will be able to aid me in the future. Yours Faithfully (OVER) 11872 New York. May 26. 1901. Hon Theo. Roosevelt. Vice President U.S. Dear Sir. Pardon my presumption in writing to you, but I am desirous of entering the Secret Service of the government and not having any political backing, earnestly ask your and in the matter. I was in the service from 1876 to 1880 and served with credit (although I do say it myself) under Henry M. Burnett, Chief of Service and A. Q. Keasby, U.S. Dist Atty, District of Newark and have first class written endorsement from both gentlemen. I was instrumental in securing the conviction of the contestants of the will in the celebrated Lewis will case in Hoboken and have altogether a good record, I am a sober, upright and honest man and can furnish a1 references here in New York and elsewhere If you can aid me in this matter in any way, you will put me under [*11873*]lasting obligation to you and if you cannot see your way clear to do so might, I ask your aid in securing a position as watchman at the new Customs House in Bowling Green as that will keep me from want at least. Should you desire at any time to communicate with me you can do so at address below Assuring you that anything you may do for me will be thoroughly appreciated and not forgotten, I am my dear sir Yours respectfully William O'Keefe 643. E 151st St Bronx Borough 11874NORTHWESTERN Territorial Normal School. James E. Ament, President. Alva, Oklahoma, May 26, 1901. Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood, Governor of Cuba, Havana, Cuba. Sir: - I desire again to call your attention to the matter of my application for appointment as a Lieutenant in the Regular Army. I enclose copies of some of the papers now on file in my case, among others a letter from you, which may recall the matter without your having to have the files hunted up, and letters from the two Captains mentioned by you. Since the President made that large number of appointments, I have obtained a letter from our new Territorial Governor, Wm. M. Jenkins, who was formerly Territorial Secretary, and also an endorsement from the entire Congressional Delegation of the State of Kansas, copies of which I enclose. I have letters on file in my case from Col. Brodie, and Capts. McClintock and Alexander. What I am now in hopes of obtaining is an additional letter from both you and Vice President Roosevelt again urging my appointment [*11875*] Havana, June 3, 1901 Original recommendation renewed as given Jan. 7, 1901 Leonard Wood Maj. Gnl. [*shorthand*]2 ment. Hoping that I am not asking too much, and that you will see fit to grant the request. I am, sir, Very respectfully yours, [*O.G. Palmer*] Late 1st Sergt., "D" Troop, 1st U.S. V.C. Two enclosures. 11876Dear Theodore I found this for such as then as you may deem proper Y truly L.W.M.[?] [*[Enc in Palmer 5-29-01]*] May 26th - 1901 Dear Sir I have a news paper of a very old date I wood like to now iff there is eny sale for old papers of that kind or could you informe me what it wood be worth the name of the paper is Ulster County Gazet NY it is in morning of our president George Washington the paper was printed March [*11879*]the first 1800 there is quite a bit of news in the paper of 1776 yours truely and o blige C. S. Vesey Antioch Po chickasaw I TSo. Westford,- Mass. May 26, 1901 Hon Theo C: Roosevelt,- Dear Sir,- I am intending to take a trip to Colorado this fall, and if possible, to capture a grizzly or cinnamon bear. If you can spare the time to a stranger, will you tell me where I would be most likely to find such game? Am much interested in 11880this line of business, having spent part of two seasons in Me. where I was fortunate enough to kill one of the largest moose taken in that section for years. (Oxbow, Aroos. Co.) I have read your books "The Wilderness Hunter," and "Hunting Trips of a Ranchman," besides various newspaper paragraphs relating to your recent Col. trip. Any points that you can give me on the subject, will be gratefully received by Yours truly C. O. Wing, Po. Westford,— Mass. [*shorthand*] 11881 [*[ca 5-27-01]*] The Augustinian Fathers request the honour of your presence to meet His Eminence Cardinal Martinelli, Monday, May the twenty-seventh, nineteen hundred and one, from three until five o'clock. Villa Nova College, Villa Nova, Pennsylvania. An early answer is requested. 11883 Book Reception. Your hearty co-operation with us in securing a first- class Library for the Salem U. B. Sunday School, of Manheim, Penn'a, will be very highly appreciated. The Reception of Books will be held on Sunday, May 26, '01, at 2 p. m., in which services you are most cordially invited. Very sincerely yours, The Committee. 11882 New York May 27th 1901 To The Honorable Theoadore Roosevelt, Vice President of The U. S. Dear Sir. - We have been blessed with a young Son and with your permission would like to name him after you I am a Police Officer, and, while you were one of The Police Commissioner you dismissed a complaint of mine, the complaint was for failing to make an arrest of which you helped me to prove [*11884*] that the sargent had made a false entry in the blotter, I have felt very greatfull toward you ever since, now if you have no objections I would like to name my Boy after you. Yours Truly, Walter J. Bellinger 186 Columbus Ave N. Y. [*11885*][[shorthand]]Schieffelin & Co. Nos. 170 & 172 William St. New York, William N. Clark. William S. Merserean. William L. Brower. William J. Schieffelin. Henry S. Clark. Schuyler Schieffelin. May 27, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, New York. My dear Sir:- Under separate cover, I have the pleasure of sending you a copy of the Year-Book of the Collegiate Reformed Dutch Church , which has just been issued, which please accept with the compliments of the Consistory of the Church. I believe you will find the Year-Book very interesting, and there is a reference to yourself on page 334. Yours very truly, [*Wm L. Brower*] 11886COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY PF NEW YORK FACULTY OF PHILOSOPHY May 27, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L. I. My dear Roosevelt: I have waited until you were scheduled to return to Oyster Bay before sending you the enclosed extremely interesting letter from Holls, which is intended for you as much as for me. Shaw has already seen it. As soon as you have digested it please let me have it back, in order that I may answer it in detail. No doubt Mrs. Roosevelt would like to look it over. Sincerely yours, [*Nicholas Murray Butler*] [*shorthand*] 11887 TELEPHONE 1977. Charles R. Davis, Secretary Sunday School res. 417 south front street SPRUCE STREET M. E. CHURCH COR. DEMONBREUN AND SPRUCE. REV. O. B. CLOSE, Pastor. W. J. O'CALLAGHAN, Sunday-School Sup't. Nashville, May 27, 1901 Hon. Theo. Roosevelt Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: We are preparing a symposium on "Books That Have Helped Me" for an Epworth League Rally at Dickson, Tenn., and kindly ask of you a contribution of the names of one or two books that have helped you in your Christian line of work. Thanking you for the favor to be received, I remain, Very respectfully, Chas. R. Davis [*shorthand*] 11888Tucson ariz May 27 1901 Mr Theodore Roosevelt Dear Curnal I Rec your letter on May 13 and was ofal glad to hear from you and sorry you have had so much truble with the men around after you bot Curnal any thing you do for me I shall appreciated it the Best I can I am going 11889 2 to San Bernardino Calif and I am going to try and get Braking on Passanger train on the Santa FE and I am gong to ask you if you wold plese to give me a good letter to show to the Supitendent and I now I shall get it Dir Curnal I shall never forget your Kindness if you do plese and oblige Tom Farley 118 S4 Ave. Tucson Arizona Ty [*11890*]2054 First Ave. N. Y. May 27, 1901 Theodore Roosevelt, V.P. Executive Mansion. Wash. D.C. Dear Vice-Pres. Please, help my son who would like to have the pleasure to get in some office and do writing. He is the only son I have and has graduated from P.S. 83., No. 216E. 110th, St. N.Y.C. (in February.) The boy who I would like you to help is the one who wrote this letter, and his age is fourteen years. I am sure you will comply with my request, because you know I have worked very hard for you and will always work hard for 11891you. Respectfully yours, John Fiorelli. (Please Answer.)Rufus B. Fowler, President Gilbert K. Rand, Treasurer. Charles E. Squier, Secretary. WORCESTER BOARD OF TRADE Telephone-Connection. Worcester, Mass. May 27, 1901. Dear Sir:- You are cordially invited to be present at a Reception and Dinner to be given by the Worcester Board of Trade to the President of the United States on the evening of June 27th.1901. Hooping to be honored with your presence, I remain, Very truly yours, [*Rufus B. Fowler*] President, Worcester Board of Trade. To the Vice-President, Washington, D. C. [*11892*]2 and the Interior Dept. did nothing- Had you been where you ought, & I hope will be, I would have had an answer and this vile libertine would have been fired even tho' he was a republican. He has a record here of having outraged, assaulted, and insulted by seizing their person 21 decent women, and he wonted up last fall by calling my daughter into his office, ostensibly to speak about her sisters land, and seized her, told her he would not let her out of his office till he had kissed her and no one who knows him doubts for a moment would have raped her, as he did others had she not been a powerful girl- [*11894*] Red Lodge- Mont- May 27. 01 Theodore Roosevelt Esq Washington D.C. My dear Sir: Some time ago I wrote to the President and to the Sec'y of the Interior and made charges against W. F. Meyer of Red Lodge who is Land Commissioner and asked that an investigation be made and his Commission cancelled- The President evidently didn't think a common rancher was worth a reply especially as he had no further use for his vote. [*11893*] 4. be compelled to do the states' work, and it is not his money we want, it is protection- However I have placed the matter in an attorneys hands as suggested- This matter ought to be thoroughly investigated- We are not afraid of the fullest exposure because every one who knows us is well aware of the high character of our girls- and every one who knows Meyer knows his filthy record- The President urges us not to use Lynch law, but what are we to use? They wanted to Lynch this fellow and I begged them not- now I'm sorry for it. At the time I was sick or I'd [*11896*] 3 All my girls records are open to any one- No one has ever dared to offer any of the four an insult by word or deed or even use a doubtful expression in their presence till this vile libertine who makes his boast that his money places any woman he wishes in his power. We took the matter to the Justice court, but money had fixed him and he dismissed the case as only "a social impropriety" I then tried at the Gov'rs direction to have the Grand Jury take it up, but found it couldn't be done. The Gov'r. and the Judge told me to sue him in a civil court- It seemed to me an outrage that a citizen should [*11895*] 6. something- I am not saying this for taffy, for although we have always been democrats, My boys or I will ride 500 miles to help put you in the White house, and & here are hundreds more will do the same, democrats too. If you can spare time I'd like to hear from you, if not try and do something and never mind writing. Resptly yrs James Fullerton [*11898*] 5. have killed him myself after I found out such things were a habit with him Here he is, a Govt. officer, a practising lawyer, and a disgrace to the state and allowed to hold office because he is a republican. We voted that ticket last time but if that class of men are to hold office we won't do it again- Can you not use your influence to have this matter attended to without red tape? To let people see that there is a little respect for decency left, and that it is not absolutely necessary to have rotten, festering, sores like this vile beast to run a Govt. with. We all have faith in you if you can only bring pressure to bear to do [*11897*] [shorthand notation] Park Ridge. N. J. May 27/01. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay. L. I. New York. My Dear Sir. It is some years since we met, but you will probably recall my connection with the C. A. Society. especially with the West Side work. I was unfortunately born too late to be of military service to my country in the civil War; and too early to be an accepted volunteer in the late war with Spain. but did what I could by influencing my son to volunteer in the 202th N.Y. and missing any call into action entered the 3d Cavalry U. S. A. after being assured that they would be ordered to the Phillipines. It is in his behalf that I address you at this time. Before his last enlistment we were assured that a commission could be obtained in the Volunteers going to the P. I. but each preferred that he win his 118992. spurs by personal experience in the field. In a letter just at hand my boy writes. "I have "just written a letter of which the following is "a copy." Vigan. Ilocos Sur. Luzon. P. I. April 4th 1901. The Adjutant General. U. S. Army. Washington. D.C. U. S. A. (Thro: Military Channels.) Sir: I have the honor to file this my application for provisional appointment as a commissioned officer in the Native Scouts to be formed under Section 36, General Order #9. Headquarters of the Army, Adjutant General's Office, Washington, D.C. Feb'y 6th, 1901. My service in the army is as follows; Enrolled in the 202d. N.Y. Vol. Infty'. July 16th 1898. appointed Corporal Co. "E." July 19th 1898. Discharged as Corporal, [*11900*]3. July 27th. 1899. Discharge and final Statements given, Character "Excellent." Re-enlisted for the 3d Cavalry Mch. 11th. 1899. Assigned to and joined Troop E. Mch, 18th 1899. Arrived in the Philippines Oct. 1st 1899. and served with my regiment throughout the Philippine Insurrection of 1899 & 1900. Lawton's Northern Expedition Oct. Nov. & Dec. 1899. Appointed Corporal, Troop E. 3rd Cavalry. Feby. 1st 1901. At the date of my present enlistment I was 26 6/12 years of age. Since my arrival in the Philippines I have enjoyed the best of health. Am unmarried, and have no one dependent upon me for support. Very respectfully (signed) Edward A. Lyman Corporal Troop E. 3rd Cavalry, This application bears the following endorsement [*11901*]4. Troop E. 3d Cavalry. Vigan, Iloco Sur. Luzon. P. I. April 5th 1901. Respectfully forwarded approved and recommended. Corporal Lyman's service is as stated within. He is a man of excellent character and good habits, of good and soldierly appearance and is well educated. He is unmarried. He is familiar with the paper work of the troop and I believe that he would make a good officer in the service for which he is applying. (signed) D. L. Tate Captain 3d Cavalry. Commanding Troop E. As the commission which my son seeks is only appointive, and I feel that his service has fully fitted him for such possition I do not hesitate to plead for him. Therefore may I make urgent request that your great influence be exerted in his behalf. While realizing that [*11902*]you are constantly overwhelmed by requests for favors, and, although a lifelong Republican I have abstained from seeking political favors at the hands of my party leaders, I now only seek through my strongest acquaintance to obtain for my son an appointment for which he is eminently fitted. Need I write more? With expressions of deep gratitude for whatever your good judgment may dictate in this matter I am most excellent sir with the highest consideration Your obedient Servant Edward M. Lyman, Box 42 Park Ridge. Bergen Co N. J. 11903[[shorthand]]City of Cameron H City of the Third Class. Population, 4,000. .....Mayor's Office..... Elijah T. Walker, Mayor. John A. Livingstrone, Clerk and Attorney. Cameron, Mo., May 27th. 1901. Honorable Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, Albany, New York. My Dear Sir:- I have been advised that you contemplate making a trip through the middle states. As Chairmen of the Public Park Improvement Committe, I write to ask you if it would be possible to secure you for an address in our beautiful little city, which is located in one of the most productive and prosperous sections in the great state in which it is situated. We had the Honorable Wm. J. Bryan here on the 14th of May and gave him 50% of the gate receipts, which netted us a neat little sum for the improvement of our park. We know you would draw a larger crowd than any other one man in this country, and would be pleased to have you indicate, what it would be necessary for us to do in order to secure you. Hoping to receive a favorable reply from you, I remain, Yours respectfully, [?]I certainly will appreciate it. In 1896. I engaged very actively here in the campaign. Long before that I had been a member of and Vice President of our local club here, called the Atlanta Tariff League, I have been identified with the administration all the time since the election in 1896. In 1897 I was persuaded to apply for the position of U. S. District Attorney. I was endorsed by the Atlanta Bar, and by numerous officials of State, County, and City, and by various persons in this and other States; It did not seem then to be [*11906*] Compliments of ROBERT L. RODGERS, ATTORNEY AT LAW, 419 Kiser Building, ATLANTA, GEORGIA. 419 KISER BUILDING, ATLANTA, GEORGIA. May 27 - 1901, Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster. Bay, N. Y. My Dear Sir, I take the liberty of enclosing to you a copy of a letter which I send to the President. I do not wish to be considered as being presumptuous. I am generally more disposed to be diffident, than to be confident. I have, however, decided to make an application for an appointment, and of course naturally wish to be considered as favorably as may be. I cannot assume that this will give me any privilege or authority to call on you for any assistance, but if you can feel inclined to help me, [*11905*] good men within your own State. I suppose you may be acquainted with some of these good citizens at Poughkeepsie, Dr. Horace R. Powell there is my friend, and many others. Judge S.N. Phillips, at Matteawan is my friend. I request you to examine the list of signatures. You will observe a number of them are public officials, hence I suppose that you may know some of them. I request that when you shall have examined the endorsement, that you may then send it forward to Washington to be filed with [*11908*] well considered, or it was not, then feasible in the matter to give me such appointment. Of course I rested there, and decided to wait till another time for some appointment. I have decided not to ask for any new endorsements, but to [present] use the testimonials there obtained, for presentation at this time. I have sent them on with the letter to the President, excepting an endorsement which my friends in your State gave at Poughkeepsie. I send that to you, so that you may be assured that I am known by many [*11907*] think appropriate or prudent to say in my behalf. I hope you may not think this is an improper or impudent request to make of you. There is more than a mere application for an office in such matter. Conditions exist in the South at this time most favorable for the Republican party, and good results for the future may be secured by suitable appointments now. Such course may affect yourself as well as myself. This of course I say as only between us. I would not be so indiscreet as to speak unadvisedly or without [*11910*] My application and the other accompanying documents as testimonials concerning me. You do not know me personally. I wish I had the pleasure of a personal acquaintance with you. Upon an examination of the testimony as thus presented, if you can give me your assistance in such matter I shall be pleased to have you send to the President or to the Attorney General such statement as you may be willing to make for me. I will endeavor to so demean myself as to justify whatever you may [*11909*] call for the papers when you go to Washington, and see for yourself the character of endorsement. Pardon me for a further suggestion. In such matters here we hardly know how to proceed to make our position and wishes known and understood. Talking, acting, and writing here as a Republican is not calculated to make democratic officials favor me. They do not of course like for anything to come in the way likely to disturb their salaries, and do not like any influence that may be probable to cut off their sway over the people. [*11912*] appropriate reflection on a subject so important. If circumstances were opportune there might be much more to be spoken in conversation, than may be prudently indited in a letter. Of course I may assume, even in writing this much to you, that I am confiding to a friendly and congenial gentleman, and that I may not be regarded as a parvenu intruder, or impertinent applicant for favor. If you should care to investigate concerning myself, as to my endorsers in the other papers which I have sent on to Washington, I would request you to [*11911*] the position we are in here. Democrats in office, as State officers and Congressmen, want to ply their game of pretending to favor the administration, without taking the active duty of supporting the policy of the Republican party. They want to advise for their own personal purposes and their party policy. I have not been running with that sort of "a gang" of schemers. I act openly and speak openly, as one fully in accord with the administration, and the policy of the Republican party. I may not receive recognition now, but I can at least preserve my own personal integrity, and [*11914*] In asking to be endorsed as a Republican, they are apt to deny me, because they see the idea that it may be taken as their favor to a Republican, On the other hand I cannot get my own consent yet to parade alone with the negro element of political favor, for it is uncertain, ,unreliable, and distasteful to higher class of intelligence, and purer affiliations in politics. So in such situation, one can hardly know or tell what or how to ask for testimonials, to be presented as credentials of endorsement for appointment. Of course on a careful consideration, you can easily see [*11913*] P. S. After writing my letter, it has occurred to me that it might be better to send all of my testimonials to you, so that you might yourself be better informed as to what I have to present as endorsements. I take it that these endorsements may still be available, though given some time ago, and for another place. I have written this letter to you in my own handwriting rather than by amanuensis or by typewriter, then I can feel sure that no one else can possibly know of my writing, or what I have written, to you. Very Truly Yours, Robert L. Rodgers. [*11916*] trusting to a future recompense, I can wait and abide my time. I did not, at first outset of this writing, intend or expect to say so much, but it grows upon me as I consider the matter. I must beg your pardon for so trespassing on you. I hope you may not fail to read and consider what I have here written to you. I shall be pleased to have answer, and I assure you that I shall be as careful as you may desire, as to anything you may wish to say in reply. With sincere good will and wishes, I am Very Cordially Yours, Robert L. Rodgers. [*11915*] [[shorthand]]27 & 29 Pine Street, New York May 27th 1901. KUHN, LOEB & CO. William Loeb Jr., Esq. Secretary to the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Dear Sir: I have your communication of the 234 inst., from which I note that the Vice-President expects to arrive in New York, at the East 34th Street ferry, on Thursday next at 9:18 A.M. on his way to Bedford Station, and that, in your opinion, he would appreciate it if one of our Directors could meet him, as was suggested by me. I have, in consequence, delegated the Chairman of the Country Sanitarium Committee, Mr. Lyman G. Bloomingdale, to meet the Vice-President on his arrival at the E. 34th Street ferry on Thursday morning and to bring him to the special train at the Grand Central Station. Thanking you for your communication, I am, Yours very truly, Jacob H. Schiff 11917State of New York, Senate Chamber, Albany. Horace White. 36. District. At Syracuse, N. Y., May 27th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Mr. President: - It was very kind of you to send me the note from Geneseo. It reached me at 2:30, too late to see you at the station. I am very, very much disappointed. It would have been a delightful opportunity to have gone as far as Utica with you. Let me assure you that I will avail myself of your very kind suggestion in regard to going to Oyster Bay the first chance I have. Everyone speaks of the great reception you received at Buffalo. I hope the occasion was worthy of you, and I hope the exhibition received a fitting start. Faithfully yours [*Horace White.*] (Dic.) 11918LAW OFFICES OF JOHN O. WINSHIP, ROOMS 37 AND 38 BLACKSTONE BUILDING. TELEPHONE, MAIN 2220. RESIDENCE: 100 KENSINGTON ST. CLEVELAND, O. May 27, 1901 My Dear Comrade:- As chairman of the committee on Camp Fires for the entertainment of the comrades at the next National Encampment G.A.R., to be held in this city next September, I am ambitious to give the old comrades the best series of Camp Fires ever held on this continent. I desire two representatives of the Spanish American War to have places on the program. Will you kindly permit me to give you a place on the program of our main Camp Fire for a thirty minute talk? We want a genuine Camp Fire talk. By doing so, you will greatly oblige and please the hundred thousand old comrades whom we expect to gather together on that occasion. Trusting I may receive an early and favorable reply, I am Sincerely yours, [*John O Winship*] To Gov. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11919Zion's Reformed Church. D. A. WINTER, PASTOR. GEO. W. DIEHL, SECRETARY. H. J. BRETNEY, TREASURER. Lehighton, Penn'a. May 27, 1901. 190 To the Hon. Theo. Roosevelt, Vice Pres. of the U. S. Esteemed Sir: - On Thursday, August eighth, 1901, the Second Annual Reunion of the Reformed Church in the Lehigh Valley will be held at Glen Onoko. The Committee of Arrangements desires to make this an interesting occasion and expects about ten thousand people present. Excursions will be run from Wilkesbarre and Scranton as also from Easton and Allentown to the Glen, situated about midway between these extremities. On behalf of the committee and many of your personal friends and admirers I extend to you a most sincere invitation to be present and deliver an address on the afternoon of August eighth. If this day does not suit, the committee would gladly change the date a few days earlier or later so as to have the honor of your presence. Awaiting a favorable reply, I am, Yours truly, [*D. A. Winter*] Sec. Ex. Com. 11920DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION FOR THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS. Manila, P. I., May 28, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: Your letter of March 18, recommending Mr. William Asay of Thatcher, Arizona, for a position as teacher in the schools of these Islands, has been received, together with enclosed letter from Mr. Asay,and testimonials. I am very glad to receive this expression of your estimate of Mr. Asay's qualifications and shall give his application careful attention in making further appointments. I have written Mr. Asay to this effect. Very truly yours, [*Fred W. Atkinson,*] General Superintendent of Public Instruction for the Philippine Islands. D. 11921Chicago-Ill May-28-1901 Mr. Roosevelt, Dear Sir, As I have been here for some length of time, and all yetafore unemployed, and have not been able to work for sometime, although I have a cousin here with whom I am staying, but I don't like this place, and also if you can give me any kind of work I will come at once. I am the (col) boy that was with Capt. Luellyn troop G. Roughriders. I suppose you remember the [*11922*]recamendations that I sent to you from Empire City New York, and the one you sent me also, I sent them to Capt. Luellyn to keep for me. I saw Capt. Goodrich in Las Cruce N.M. and he told me the (Col) servant you had in Cuba died. You can write Capt Luellyn and ask him about me. Please ans and let me know if there is any thing at all I can get to do I am 18 years old now. Earnest Austin Chicago Ill 11923 General Delivery Please ans soon.New York, May 28th 1901 Mr Roosevelt. Dear Sir. Please pardon the liberty I am assuming in addressing you. My object is to solicit your attention to a rare plaque I wish to dispose of- and you have been suggested to me- as one who would appreciate it for its merits as a painting & would also consider it an opportunity to secure it- as it the only known production of its kind. It is a specimen of "da flue" purchased at the auction sale of Prince Demidoff's [*11924*]art treasures in his palace at San Donito. Was bought by a New York millionaire for his private collection - and later came into my possession. Enclosed is an authentic description of the plaque and I will be pleased to send it to you for your inspection, if you will allow me, to any place you may designate. Trusting for a reply in the hope the plaque may meet with your approval, I am Yours truly Mrs. Mary J. Clark 137 West 45th St.ROBERT C. DAY, PRESIDENT. JAMES P. BIRGE, FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT. EDWARD C. ELIOT, SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT. J. CLARENCE TAUSSIG, THIRD VICE_PRESIDENT. HENRY A. BAKER. SECRETARY, HENRY F. HAPNER, TREASURER. St. Louis Republican Club.. No. 911 NORTH VANDEVENTER AVE. St. Louis, Mo., May 28th, 1901. 1900. Hon Theo. Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. My dear Sir:- In behalf of the St. Louis Republican Club, I desire to renew an invitation to speak to the Republicans of St. Louis and Missouri under the auspices of our organization on June 16th, 1901, commemorating the first Republican Convention held on that date in the year 1856. You will perhaps remember that we extended you an invitation over eighteen months ago, but at that time you were absorbed in official duties at Albany and could not come, although expressed sincere regret in a letter to the writer. There is no one before the American people to-day whom Missourians would so delight to honor as yourself, nor do I know of anyone who could do the Party more real good in this state at this time than you. I send this invitation, not only by request of the directors of the Club I represent, but after a consultation with a few of the leaders of Republicanism in Missouri. We need a rousing meeting in the state--just such a gathering as we shall have if you can come. It will aid materially to unite the Party in the state, and will be the means of your making [*11925*]ROBERT C. DAY, PRESIDENT. JAMES P. BIRGE, FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT. EDWARD C. ELIOT, SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT. J. CLARENCE TAUSSIG, THIRD VICE_PRESIDENT. HENRY A. BAKER. SECRETARY, HENRY F. HAPNER, TREASURER. St. Louis Republican Club.. No. 911 NORTH VANDEVENTER AVE. St. Louis, Mo., 1900. new friends throughout the Southwest, as well as joining in good fellowship with old ones. I sincerely trust, Mr. Roosevelt, that you will accept. We will give you a welcome that you will not forget. You will enthuse Republicans throughout this whole section, and even though it hardly seems that your time will permit you to make such a visit, I trust that the considerations in favor of your coming will outweigh any engagement that you may have made for this date, or even though your time should be entirely absorbed by official duties. I will ask you to please wire your answer upon receipt of this letter, and believe me. Yours very sincerely, [*Robt. C. Day. Pt.*] P. S. We also extended an invitation last fall through our Mr. E. E. Garrison, but you were in the midst of a magnificent campaign and could not accept. [*11926*]Dall DeWees PF Lincoln Park Orchards & Fruit Lands. ESTABLISHED 1884. VIEW OF 40 ACRE TRACTS OF FRUIT LAND OF DALL DE WEESE. CANON CITY, COLO. May 28/1901 Vice Pres Roosevelt Washington. My dear Sir Your favour from Colo. Springs was duly received and I have delayed acknowledging same, knowing how busy you would be on your return with your official correspondence. I regretted very much your inability to visit me in my home here and see a few of my specimens of big game. It is very probable I will leave here shortly on another trip to Alaska. I would like very much to have you make the trip with me at some time and see those fine 11927specimens of the white sheep "Ovis Dalle", Big moose "Alces Giganticus", Big Bear "Ursus Middendorfi" etc etc in their own native haunts. Under another cover and by express I am sending you today a package of photos taken by myself which will remind you of some of your own, memorable days in the forest, on the mountain & on the plains. I trust that someday in the not too distant future we may drink from the same cold spring & sleep by the same camp fire. With kind regards I am Yours Sincerely Dall DeWeese 11928[shorthand notation]THOMAS C. EARLY, ATTORNEY AT LAW, 10 WALL STREET. NEW YORK, May 28th 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President, United States Oyster Bay N.Y. Dear Sir: I beg the liberty to respectfully state that I have located in New York from Cripple Creek, Colorado, where I had the honor and pleasure of meeting you while I was in the service of the local Republican Campaign Committee- a converted Democrat. It will afford me great pleasure to affiliate with the Republican party of this state, and make myself useful as a working member when opportunity is afforded. With sentiments of the highest regard, I am, Sir, your Ob't. Servt, Thomas C. Early. [*shorthand*] [*11929*]me - as I know a word from you would help me considerable, Wether hear or in New York. I am willing to go any where for a steady position for the past ten years I have voted the republican ticket and a ardent supporter in your election. never before have I asked a favor off my party hoping you will kindly give this your attention. I anxiously a wait answer. Yours Respectially Leighton. H. Gay. [*11931*] 463 Court St. Rochester, N. Y. May 28th, 1901. Hon. Thedore Roosevelt. Dear Sir, I am a young man of Thirty just married and will ask a favor off you I would like to get a steady position and would ask you if you would kindly intercede for me in getting a steady position of some kind I would like to get a position as a janitor in some building knowing a position of that kind would need some influence to gain it for [*11930*] Committee on War Claims, House of Representatives, U. S. WASHINGTON, D. C. FIFTY-SIXTH CONGRESS. THADDEUS M. MAHON, Chairman. Henry R. Gibson, Theobold Otjen, William S. Mesick, Walter L. Weaver, Gilbert N. Haugen, Burley F. Spalding, Charles E. Pearce, Patrick Henry, Thomas J. Bradley, John L. Brenner, Thetus W. Sims, Ben. F. Cadwell. Northwood, Iowa, May 28th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. My Dear Sir: I am requested to supplement the invitation extended you by the Board of Regents of the Memorial University at Mason City, Iowa, to be present June 26th, at the laying of the corner stone. It gives me pleasure to do so; and if you can consistently arrange to be present I am sure it will be very highly appreciated by the people of this vicinity. Yours respectfully [*G. N. Haugen*] [[shorthand]] 11932 Mason City Iowa May 28th 1901 Col Theodore Roosevelt Vice Pre't. United States Washington D. C. My Dear Colonel, I believe you have already been invited by Gen'l, [Lehr?]. Comd'r of the Span. Amer. War Vets. and by the local committee here having in charge the laying of the corner stone of the first building of the Sons of Veterans Memorial University at this place on the 26th of June,- and for myself and comrads of the Span. Amer. War Vets, I wish to extend the earnest wish that you be with us at that time. I am aware these [*11933*] 2 things become irksome to you, but your compliance will be greatly appreciation by the old, and the new, soldiers of Iowa who expect to be here in force on that occasion. As the City will be thronged and rest at a hotel out of the question, I will be glad to furnish you quiet quarters at my own home, if you will do me the honor to accept. I have the honor to be very cordially your obedient servant. J. R. Kirk. Comd'r Cronin- Dexter Camp S. A. W. Vets Late Lt. Col 52nd Iowa Supply U. S. V. [*11934*][shorthand notation]156 East 38th St., New York, N.Y. May 28th, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Colonel Roosevelt: Hon. Stewart L. Woodford informs me that he has written to you and to Senator Platt in the matter of Col. Shepard. I have forwarded to him copies of the letters sent to you by Col. Shepard. The main difficulty in this case seems to be the uncertainty as to what should be place sought for Col. Shepard; but I desire to add to the letters already written you, my own urgency that the matter be brought to the attention of the President. Col. Shepard really has a very full knowledge of consular matters, and would seem to be more useful there than almost anywhere else. I do not wish to annoy you with this matter any further. I know your desire to do what you can for Col. Shepard and for the service. Yours very sincerely, Thomas R. Slicer 11935[shorthand notation] Old Point Comford Va. May 28th 1901. Hon Theodore Roosevelt. New York. Sir. I feel highly honored to have the privilege of informing you that I am in rec'pt of your valuable book 1900. Please accept my many thanks, I have with very great pleasure examined it through, and must say that I value it above any book in my library. Please let me congratulation you on the masterly manner in which you have handled all public questions in that grand old state. The good people of your state need be proud of such a record. I only hope that I may be placed in a position in the future to shout my appreciation for your kindness. Very respectfully. R. M. Smith [*11936*] Hampton VaForm No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*8 15 a*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 2 Oy K 29 Paid Msg RECEIVED at May 28 1901 Dated Colorado Springs Col 27 To Gov Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay, NY Quarto Centennial Colorado Admission to Union held here on August 28th State much interested. Can you be guest of holor and give address If so we will [*11937*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions, limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 2 RECEIVED at 190 Dated (2) To have rough Riders reunion at that time Answer My expense Philip B Stewart [*11938*][*shorthand*] JACOB SCHMAHL, TIN AND SHEET IRON WORKER, No. 26, 28 and 30 LLOYD STREET, TELEPHONE SENECA 981. MANUFACTURER OF MALLEABLE IRON FRAME Elevator Buckets, AND Mill Cups, ALSO MANUFACTURER OF Corrugated Iron. Elevator Work A Specialty. Buffalo, N.Y May 28 189 01 Theodore Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Sir, October 6th 1900 while out with the "Rough Riders" of this city, I was thrown and badly hurt am crippled for life and owe still about $200.00 in arrears with my doctors bills. Had planned to get married November 5th last and it has been a great dissapointment to the young lady and myself. If I could get $150.00 or $200.00 to put me on my feet again, I would pay it back at the first opportunity- can you help me in any way? References:- H. J. Krienheder Excise Com. Hamilton Ward Jr. Atty. Marshall Clinton M.D. Chas. Berrick Sons Conts' and any other well known gentlemen of our city, Thanking you in advance for any thing you will do, I remain Very Truly Yours Luman E Walrath 28 Lloyd St, Buffalo N.Y. [*11939*] [*PF*] State of New York Board of Mediation and Arbitration. James M. Gilbert, Chairman. Thomas A. Braniff, Secretary. W. H. H. Webster, Francis B. Delehanty, Commissioners. James. M. Gilbert, Albany May 28 [189] 1901 Hon. Thedore Roosevelt Vice President of the United States My Dear Col Roosevelt I intended to see you in Buffalo last week but was called out of town on important business and was unable to get back in time I am much pleased at the reception given you by all Classes of the Citizens and can assure you that they are loyal to you and will remain so I have been given a place on the new Labor Board and and while it was not what I wanted I have accepted as the Salary is $2000 a year [*11940*] State of New York Board of Mediation and Arbitration. James M. Gilbert, Chairman. Thomas A. Braniff, Secretary. W. H. H. Webster, Francis B. Delehanty, Commissioners. James. M. Gilbert, Albany 189 I did not expect any appointment as the Bill Consolidating the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Factory Inspector and Board of Arbitration made three places one head and two deputies these places were filled when I wrote you in regard to a Consulship the Appropriation Bill which passed at the Close of the Session made three more deputies and one of these was offerd to me this is what I wanted to explain to you had I seen you in Buffalo. I think we had better let the Consulship matter rest for a while as I can be of more servis to you here than I could in some Foreign Country. With kind regards I remain. Yours Respectfully. W. H. H. Webster [*11941*][shorthand notation] 405 Sackett Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 28/5/01, The Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington. D. C. Sir, I have had the enclosed letter for some days, hoping that I should be able to present it in person, but as that seems impossible to me, owing to my want of Knowledge of your movements, I venture to take the liberty of writing you, and briefly stating my position. I have applied personally at the "Bureau of Navigation" in Washington, for the command of a Naval Collier, having in view the U.S.S. Leonidas" whose present Master, as I understand is being promoted. They have received my testimonials, and filed my application, replying to that effect & that there is no vacancy at present. What I would ask, is, that if it is in your power, without undue exercise of your influence, you should so far further my application that it may receive early consideration, as I am aware that, owing to the multitude of applicants in such cases in Government Departments, an individual one is apt to be over looked. [*11942*]I must apologize for this somewhat unusual method of presenting an introduction, but I understand the change I have refered to is to take place shortly, and I am anxious to get what influence I can to bear upon the matter. I have the honor to be, Sir, Yours most respectfully, James Wetherell 11943 Ephratah May 28th 1901 V. P. Theodore Roosevelt. Washington D. C. The Ladies of Ephratah Village are building a Parsonage for the Reformed Church Ephratah N. Y. Owing to the weakness of the Congregation they are compelled to solicit contributions from the Benevolent men of our State. If you can kindly aid us by a small contribution it will be gratefully appreciated. Many have responded to aid us and we are very much encouraged Sincerely yours l Mrs. Levi Yanney l -- Solicitors Mrs J. E. Standring I [*11944*] D. APPLETON & COMPANY, PUBLISHERS. 73 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK. May 29, 1901. To the Secretary of Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Hon Sir:- We wrote sometime since asking whether Mr. Roosevelt would find it possible to write a brief introduction to Cooper's Sea Tales. We infer that this letter would not be forwarded to him, but there are special reasons why we are very anxious to obtain a reply and we shall appreciate your courtesy if our inquiry can be placed before him. Very truly yours, D. Appleton & Company M. H.[?] [*11945*] Ephratah May 28th 1901 V. P. Theodore Roosevelt. Washington D. C. The Ladies of Ephratah Village are building a Parsonage for the Reformed Church Ephratah N. Y. Owing to the weakness of the Congregation they are compelled to solicit contributions from the Benevolent men of our State. If you can kindly aid us by a small contribution it will be gratefully appreciated. Many have responded to aid us and we are very much encouraged Sincerely yours l Mrs. Levi Yanney l -- Solicitors Mrs J. E. Standring l [*11944*] D. APPLETON & COMPANY, PUBLISHERS. 73 FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK. May 29, 1901. To the Secretary of Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. Dear Sir:- We wrote sometime since asking whether Mr. Roosevelt would find it possible to write a brief introduction to Cooper's Sea Tales. We infer that this letter would not be forwarded to him, but there are special reasons why we are very anxious to obtain a reply and we shall appreciate your courtesy if our inquiry can be placed before him. Very truly yours, D. Appleton & Company M.H. [*11945*] FORM G. 4 [NORFOLK AND WESTERN RAILWAY CO] Mayodan, N. C. May 29 1901. To The Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President, U. S. Washington D.C. Dear Sir:- I beg to take the liberty to hand you the enclosed clipping from a Negro paper published at Bristol Tenn. Which explains itself. Some of My democratic friends are slinging this at me because I am a republican here in North Carolina. I dont believe you want to associate with negroes any more than we do down south and I would thank you (and so would your other friends here too) if you will write us whether the above referred to article is correct or not. Pledging you my continued support & apologizing for calling your attention to this matter [shorthand] I am yours very Respectfully Chas. H. Barnes [*11946*]Charles Scribner's Sons. Publishers. 153-157 Fifth Avenue. May 29, 1901 Dear Colonel Roosevelt:- Any time at your convenience will suit to take a look at the illustrations. They are not all finished yet, and if you come in within a week or two you will see more of them completed. I am sending you to-day the revised proofs of both of your articles, showing the additions which you wrote in the first proofs. I also send the old galleys so that you may not be troubled in looking for the places where you inserted paragraphs. I thought perhaps you would like to see this final form of the article. They can be returned any time at your convenience within two weeks, as we are so well ahead with them. I know that you have been having a beautiful time in the [?] Valley, which is the finest valley I ever saw in the East with one exception, and that is the Cumberland Valley, to which of course I am partial. I expect to go to Buffalo next week for several days, and hope that I will have better weather than you did. Yours faithfully, [?] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. [*[5-28-01]*] (Copy) TO THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES: We, the undersigned Members of Congress from the State of Kansas, respectfully request you to appoint Orlando G. Palmer, of Alva, Oklahoma Territory, late 1st Sergeant of "D" Troop, 1st Regiment, United States Volunteer Cavalry, a Lieutenant in the Regular Army. J. R. Burton. Senator, W. A. Harris. Senator. Chas. F. Scott. At Large. Charles Curtis. 1st District. J. D. Bowersock. 2nd District. A. M. Jackson. 3rd District. J. M. Miller. 4th District. W. A. Calderhead. 5th District. W. A. Reeder. 6th District. Chester I. Long. 7th District. 11948[Enc in Palmer 5-29-01] TRUSTEES. GEORGE C. GILMORE, MANCHESTER, CHAIRMAN OF BOARD. WILLIAM D. CHANDLER, CONCORD. WILLIAM W. BAILEY, NASHUA. LIBRARIAN. ARTHUR H. CHASE. NEW HAMPSHIRE STATE LIBRARY. Concord, N. H. May 29,1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. Dear Sir: I wish to see the matters mentioned below upon the shelves of this library. I am not in a position to purchase them. I therefore earnestly urge at your hands the favor of sending by way of gift. In justification of this request I desire to state that this and the library of Dartmouth college are the only two large reference libraries in this state and from the conditions existing it is safe to prophesy that no others will ever be established. Therefore it is the policy of this library to become so far as possible a universal reference institution, whose doors shall be freely open to every citizen of the state. It is obvious that so broad an object cannot be attained without the co-operation of those interested in literary work. One cannot cover so wide a field comprehensively with limited funds and without a generous interest from others. I am pleased to say that requests of this nature in the past have been very freely honored and that out of over six thousand volumes added last year more than thirty-five hundred were gifts. May I not enlist your good offices in furtherance of this educational work and receive from you the desired material? I shall be very glad to pay trasnportation charges and I assure you shall be pleased to credit the gift and see that the material is properly cared for. Trusting this matter will receive your favorable consideration, believe me, Yours very truly, [*Arthur H. Chase*] Librarian. "Public Papers of Theodore Roosevelt, Governor 1900." 11949THE CLISE INVESTMENT COMPANY Pacific Block. Seattle, Washington., May 29, 1901. Mr. L.C. Smith, Syracuse, N.Y. My dear Mr. Smith:- I notice in the Associated Press dispatches of this morning that Senator Fairbanks of Indiana announces himself as presidential candidate. It seemed to me wise to look around a little bit, and I have just had an interview with John H. McGraw, ex-Governor of this State, and at one time in political control here. He expressed the opinion that to-day, if left to its free choice, the State of Washington would he safe for Roosevelt. On the other hand, Senator Fairbanks has made one or two trips to this section and if well and favorably known. In addition ex-Senator Wilson, the owner of the post-Intelligencer, the principal republican newspaper of the state, is from Indiana, and may be identified with Fairbanks. Can you tell me which candidate will be supported by the administration? McGraw had promised me to enlist in the endeavor to obtain the state for Roosevelt. If I hd as much money under my control as the other two members of our various undertakings, yourself and Mr. Nottingham, I would suggest that we purchase the Post-Intelligencer of this city. Irrespective of the political and local advantages which it would give us, it is a good business proposition and in much of our work would be unvaluable. Do not overlook answering my inquiry regarding whom the administration will support, and furnishing me from time to time any other information you consider necessary. I have just received a telegram from John Barrett, formerly minister to Siam, stating that he would be here tomorrow to see me. I have an idea he is working in someone's interests, but whose I am unable to state. Yours very truly, J. W. Clise. C/S 11950[*[Enc in Boyce 6-3-01]*] PUBLISHERS OF WEST GROVE INDEPENDENT. PROPRIETORS OF WEST GROVE PRINTING HOUSE. THE WEST GROVE PRINTING COMPANY MASTERS OF "THE ART PRESERVATIVE OF ALL ARTS." WILLIAM T. DANTZ, EDITOR. WEST GROVE, PA., May 29 1901 My dear Mr Roosevelt, It will no doubt be a matter of surprise to you to note the above, shortly after my visit to Oyster Bay I purchased this plant, having previously leased my creamery property. I changed the political policy of this paper at once to a straight Republican journal- and have met with most encouraging success. I shall send you copies to judge for yourself our ability to champion the GOP. cause, In addition to this I have gained some little prominence and personal following on political lines. being in more or less close touch with my State administration. [Buy] I am still desirous of securing the appointment of Rural Mail Inspector [*11951*]PUBLISHERS OF WEST GROVE INDEPENDENT. PROPRIETORS OF WEST GROVE PRINTING HOUSE. 2. The WEST GROVE PRINTING COMPANY MASTERS OF "THE ART PRESERVATIVE OF ALL ARTS." WILLIAM T. DANTZ, EDITOR. WEST GROVE, Pa.,_________190 which duty I can fulfil with ability together with retaining my newspaper. The securing of this appointment, through your splendid cooperation, is practically assured, (as the application bears the endorsement of Sen Gray, Rep Butler, and yourself.) were it possible to interest Senator Penrose to give his. The attached letter from our Asst-State-Chairman, (and next one to be) discloses Mr Penrose's attitude. He does not oppose the application and were he cognizant of your interest I am sure he would not withold it. All of my political friends - many administration men from the Governor down, are cordial in their interest in my success. I am anxious to secure this as it will assist me politically as well as enable me to broaden and enlarge the [*11952*]PUBLISHERS OF WEST GROVE INDEPENDENT. PROPRIETORS OF WEST GROVE PRINTING HOUSE. 4 The WEST GROVE PRINTING COMPANY MASTERS OF "THE ART PRESERVATIVE OF ALL ARTS." WILLIAM T. DANTZ, EDITOR. WEST GROVE, Pa.,_________190 "Independent". I have a circulation of nearly two thousand and right in the heart of a conservative quaker element: These people are enclined to be touchy on "Rooseveltness" owing to the persistent maligning of the opposition press, but by handling them gingerly and with an earnest faith in the right that I uphold and a faith in you, gives me confidence that I can make them your friends. I trust that you may see your way clear to write Sen Penrose as Mr Eyre suggests It has become a matter of pride among all of us that we shall not be defeated in this. Mrs Dantz joins me in expression of heartfelt appreciation of your loyal friendship. We are grieved to say that Little "Roosevelt" is very ill an attack of measles left him with an affection of the glands in the neck requiring exhausting lancing, we think him better. Sincerely your friend - Wm T Dantz [*11953*][*shorthand*]LAW OFFICE HORACE E. DEMING, CORN EXCHANGE BANK BUILDING, 11 & 13 WILLIAM STREET, NEW YORK. May 29, 1901. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- With the surgeon's aid, I am recovering from the acute throat trouble which attacked me a fortnight since, and am once more able to dictate a letter or take part in a conversation without pain. Just before I was stricken, I had an extended conference with the Attorney General. He has given me a signed statement and ascertained for me some facts which should be laid before you and which strongly indicate, and, I am inclined to think, control the method of procedure. I shall he glad at your convenience to call upon you either at Oyster Bay or New York on any day save between Friday afternoon and Monday when, at this season, I join my family in the country. Sincerely yours, [*Horace E. Deming*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York. 11954[[shorthand]][shorthand] New York City, New York. May 29th, 1901. To the Vice President Washington, D. C. Dear sir:- In reviewing the appointments of Brigadier Generals the past year it is noticeable that none have made from the volunteer troops west of the Mississippi river. Knowing your love of Fair play, particularly for the American Soldier, and your desire to see the efforts of deserving officers appreciated by those in authority, I take the liberty of stateing to you that there is a vacancy now existing for a volunteer Brigadier General in the Quartermaster Dept. Major CA Devol now Gen. Superintendent of Army Transports at New York is probably closer to the western Volunteer than any officer who served in Manila, and in proof of this I take the liberty of enclosing a copy of a letter from General E. S. Otis Major Devols appointmentwould more than please the majority of the western volunteers. I know this is especially true of the Utah men, and if you can use your influence in his behalf you will place Utah's Volunteers under many obligations.to you. Most Respectfully yours, F. A. Grant Late Major Utah Light. Batteries. [*11955*]For enc see 2-24-00 [*[May 29, 1901]*] Mr. Lyman G. Bloomingdale Dear Sir:- your esteemed favor of the 27th inst. duly to hand, and content noted. In reply would say, that we have tapped every wire leading in the direction of Vice-President Roosevelt. endeavoring to obtain his consent, to visit us on the 30th inst. Our highly honored fellow citizen "Mr James Wood" has corresponded with Mr Roosevelt and his secy Mr. Young, but no reply has been received. We believe his failure to acknowledge receipt of our letters is on account of being overwhelmed with invitations, hence his decision to allow them to go by default, rather than send a refusal. As chairman of the Joint Decoration Day parade Committee, I will candidly say, that I believe there is only one course to pursue, and that is to abandon the project; as I do not believe "Mr. Roosevelt" will be north of White Plains on the 30th I will advise and direct our general committee of twenty two gentlemen, to report and circulate that Mr Roosevelt coming is an uncertainty. With regrets that my efforts, apparently over [*11956*]# have been abortive. I Remain Yours Truly Walter F Gerimand Chairman May 29/01COPY NAVY DEPARTMENT, Washington, May 29, 1901. To the Honorable, The Secretary of the Navy. Sir: The Board on Awards has the honor to submit a further report as follows: We enclose herewith for your action a list of names of officers of the Navy and Marine Corps whose conduct we deed worthy of recognition. The list embraces names of officers and men who served in China as well as of those who served in the Philippines. By your order of March 11, 1901, you directed the Board to prepare a design for a medal or medals to be submitted to the Department for approval and for much subsequent action as may be deemed proper under the provisions of Public Resolution No. 17, approved March 3, 1901. This is a joint resolution authorizing the Secretary of the Navy to cause bronze medals to be struck and distributed to certain officers and men who participated in the War with Spain and for other purposes. Your directions required the Board to consider and recommend certain details as to the medal or medals and the inscription. The Board were further required to make recommendation as to the battles, engagements, or affairs, if any, and particularly meritorious services otherwise than in battle, which in our opinion should be commemorated as provided by the Resolution. You further directed that the Board make such other recommendations in the premises as it might deem proper. 11957 2 In pursuance of these directions, the Board has met from time to time and given to the subject protracted consideration. We have the honor to report in regard to this special subject as follows: We are of opinion that a bronze medal should be struck commemorative of the naval and other engagements in the waters of the West Indies and on the shores of Cuba during the War with Spain. We have considered it is the duty of the Secretary of the Navy by the terms of the resolution to indicate by his action in the premises what engagements are deemed by him of sufficient importance to deserve commemoration. We proceeded, therefore, to ascertain what engagements in our opinion meet these requirements. The naval battle off Santiago that resulted in the sinking of Carver's squadron, of course, heads the list. Of minor engagements, we have agreed that Cienfuegos, May 11, 1898, Cardenas, May 11, 1898, Santiago de Cuba (cable cutting expedition) May 18, 1898, Guantanamo (three days' fight) June 11, 12, 13, 1898, Manzanillo June 30, 1898, Nipe Bay, July 21, 1898, Manzanillo, July 18, 1898, and Manzanillo, August 12, 1898 (in all, eight) should be commemorated by medals. It is proper to add that Admiral Benham differs from the majority of the Board in that he believes the Manzanillo (July 18) affair the only one, after Santiago, worthy of commemoration. It is the unanimous opinion of the Board that a medal in the nature of a battle medal should be prepared and distributed, not 119583 to participants in the Santiago battle only, but to those who look part in other engagements. This one medal we call for convenience the "Battle Medal." The resolution provides that officers and men of the Navy or Marine Corps who rendered specially meritorious service otherwise than in battle may be rewarded in like manner. This proviso recognizes the fact that some officers and men had rendered meritorious service, though they were not at the time under fire. The Board has reviewed the entire campaign and taken up several cases that might be thought to fall within the language and spirit of the resolution. Of these it may be proper to mention the sinking of the MERRIMAC. Here the Board arrived at the conclusion that the project and manner of its execution does not fall within the meaning of the proviso. If the Board were authorized to recommend the bestowal of a medal for courageous conduct the Board would be glad to submit the name of Naval Constructor Richmond P. Hobson for such reward. The men who served with this gallant officer in the attempt to sing the MERRIMAC have already been rewarded by the receipt of a medal. For this reason, the Board has thought that Congress did not intend to include them within the meaning of the language of the proviso. The Board, however, are of the unanimous opinion that the officers and men who assisted in removing men at the risk of their own lives from the burning ships at the Battle of Santiago should have this medal Is, therefore, recommends 119594 that a medal other than the Battle Medal be struck, with proper design and inscription, and that it be bestowed upon the officers and men just mentioned. The design of this latter medal is now in course of preparation and we shall be ready at a later date to inform the Department of our recommendations in reference thereto. The subject of the Battle Medal has occupied a great deal of the time of the Board. We have had recourse to such books upon the subject of medals in the English navy and our own as could be obtained. Several designs have been submitted. We have agreed upon a design drawn and submitted by Mr. Robert G. Skerrett of the Library and War Records Office of this Department. A rough sketch of his design is herewith submitted. We may say briefly that in drafting the design of this medal the main idea has been to follow traditional practice, namely to embody both the material and the personnel of the engagement, so that years hence the medallion may be able to tell its own story. The medal bears upon one side the head of the Commander in Chief of the Naval forces; on the other a battleship. For the latter as typical of the fighting ship of the time, the Board has selected the OREGON. The small tablet-like space at the bottom of the reverse will bear the name of the event (meaning locality) date, name of recipient and whip to which attached. The Board is of opinion that the medal ought not to exceed one and one-half ounces in weight, including the bar. 119605 Two members of the Board agree with the majority in signing the report, but feel that their views upon the subject of the design ought to find expression in the report itself. We, therefore, present the following as the individual views of Rear-Admiral Benham: "In my opinion, the bust of an officer should not be in the design of any medal, especially in one of this kind, which is evidently intended to commemorate events and not to honor any particular officer. In lieu of the effigy, I would recommend for the obverse two battleships in action, and on the reverse the in- scription suggested by the Board". The following sets forth the views of Read Admiral Watson: "I differ with the majority of the Board in so far as it re- commends placing the head of the Commander in Chief on a battle medal, because, in my opinion, no battle medal should have on its the effigy or head of any living officer, unless his genius, skill or courage was a controlling and dominating factor in one of the battles thus commemorated. And instead of the design recommended by the majority of the Board for the obverse of the medal, I re- commend placing upon the medal the head of the President of the United States, with the words, "William McKinley, President of the United States" beneath it. If, however, the medal ordered struck for Santiago and other engagements does have on it the head of the Commander in Chief, I concur with the majority in its recommendation for the legend on the obverse." The Board would further report that after a full discussion it voted that the following words be placed on the Battle Medal: "Commemorative of the Naval Campaign in the West Indies, 1898, William Thomas Sampson, Commander in Chief". Or the words "Commemorative of the" may be omitted. The Board is of opinion that whenever any person is entitled to an additional medal or medals, instead thereof a bar or bars, 119616 such as shown in the accompanying design, with name and date of events thereon, shall be given and attached to the ribbon above the medal, the first bar being next to the medal. In the opinion of the board, the Battle Medal should be suspended by a crimson, white crimson, ribbon, and the meritorious service medal by a crimson and yellow ribbon. Respectfully submitted, F.W. Hackett, Assistant Secretary Navy, Chairman. S.B. Luce, Rear Admiral, U.S.N. Retired. A.E.K. Benham, Rear Admiral U.S.N., Retired. J.C. Watson, Rear Admiral U.S.N. Geo. C. Reid, Colonel, U.S.M.C. H.H. Ward, Lieutenant, U.S.N., RECORDER 11962[*[5-29-01]*] THE REPUBLICAN UNION, 28th Assembly District, New York County, NEW CLUB HOUSE, 165 East 81st Street, Between Third and Lexington Avenues. Smoker and House Warming MEMORIAL-DAY EVE. Wednesday May. 29th, 1901, 8 o'clock. Dear Sir: We extend to you a most cordial invitation to be present with us, sometime during the above mentioned night, suit your convenience. There will be "something doing" until midnight at least, on that you can rely. Your presence will be appreciated. SANS CEREMONY. NO SPEECHES EXPECTED. Courteously, WILLIAM C. HECHT, President. CARL T. SCHMITT, Secretary. HENY CLAY ADEE, CHARLES A. SCHNECK, Vice-Presidents, JOSEPH MANN, Treasurer, HYMAN STAHL, Fin. Secretary, FRANK E. SKELLY, Sergeant-at-Arms, ALFRED SOMAN, Chairman, Entertainment Committee. 11963IRA N. HOLLIS HARVARD UNIVERSITY Chairman COMMITTEE ON THE REGULATION OF ATHLETIC SPORTS Cambridge, Mass. May 29, 1901. My dear Mr. Roosevelt,- I received your letter through Mr. Olmsted requesting the Athletic Committee to send our Track Team to the contests in Buffalo, and I regret very much that we cannot let the men go. The date selected is a very unfortunate one, and it would seriously interfere with the examinations of almost every member of the Team. The students themselves have very little interest in the contests on that account, and a number of them would absolutely refuse to go. While there are some other objections raised by members of the Committee, this seemed insuperable. We should like very much to oblige the graduates in Buffalo. Yours very truly, Ira N. Hollis Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States. 11964WALTER L. JONES, ALDERMAN. COLLECTIONS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO ALLENTOWN, PA. , May 29th.1901 e1 190 To the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the U.S. The Reformed Church of this Valley will hold a Reunion at Glen Onoko, on or about the 8th day of August next, and the Chairman and Secretary of their Executive Committee called on me and asked me to join them in soliciting your presence at said Reunion. I take very great pleasure in acceding to their request. I now on behalf of the host of your Republican friends and admirers in the Lehigh Valley most earnestly ask that you kindly so arrange your personal affairs that you will be able to accept the invitation so sincerely extended to you by the Reformed Church of this Valley. I am Very respectfully yours [*Walter L Jones Late National Delegate to the Republican National Convention.*] [*11965*]Established 1887 The China Decorator ADELAIDE HUSTED LONG, Editor GEORGE THIELL LONG, Publisher For the Connoisseur The Artist And The Student The only PRACTICAL publication devoted exclusively to China, Glass and Water color Painting 3 EAST FOURTEENTH STREET $2.50 per annum Single copies, 25c NEW YORK, May 29th., 1901. Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. Dear Madam:- Having known Miss Tukey about a year and a half, I have also known of the kindnesses which you have extended to her from time to time and for that reason take the liberty to write to you in regard to your Armorial plate, trusting that it will eventually benefit her. I am sure Miss Tukey will tell you, if you enquire, that I have taken the greatest interest in her work and have honestly tried to establish some permanent financial benefits for her, through the pages of the magazine having sent some one hundred and fifty letters and copies to persons in her behalf, which will extend further than I could reach personally. In the latter manner, I have interested my friends to send do- nations of different kinds, and have given entertainments at my house, the preceeds of which have paid her rent and in all of which Mr. Long has joined me. In regard to the Armorial Plate, upon which I assure you Miss Tukey has spent many weary hours, I have taken especial interest, as I felt that from this, of all other efforts she would derive the greatest benefit. We appreciate the permission to publish this in our magazine, but as the drawing was somewhat belated, it was not perfected to the de- gree we had hoped to have it, nor to which it will be, for reproduction on china. Our plan for procedure to make money for her, - and I feel sure you will realize the great chances for success as we do, is this,- that Miss Tukey's original drawing and painting of the plate, approved by your- self, with your permission to have replicas or fac-similes made from it in quantities in the potteries, to be placed for sale at the Pan-American Exposition, to establish a permanent market for them in the future, which is the way the family arms of all of our great men, whether statesmen, authors, poets, etc. have all been recognized and appreciated by all their admirers. In connection with this, there can also be an exceedingly artistic and expensive quality for your own private use, from all of which Miss Tukey will have the proceeds. This will involve considerable expense upon which to start and quite an influence to get them through the potteries, as well as to employ an artist engraver to work up the drawing to perfection for reproduction, all of which I think we are in position to do to give her the necessary start. The artist engraver is Mr. Edward A. Green, of Balti- [*11966*]Established 1887 The China Decorator ADELAIDE HUSTED LONG, Editor GEORGE THIELL LONG, Publisher For the Connoisseur The Artist And The Student The only PRACTICAL publication devoted exclusively to China, Glass and Water Color Painting 3 EAST FOURTEENTH STREET $2.50 per annum Single copies, 25c. NEW YORK, more, Md. - to whose work we refer you with pride, he having worked for Tiffany & Company, - where we have special friends in the porcelain depart - ment and where I can also place the plate for sale, -and as well as for the Royalty in London, before coming to this country. He it was who made the wonderful successes of the"Maine Plate," "the Battle of Santigo," and the "Dewey Plate." There is therefore no question as to his ability. In regard to the Pan-American Exposition, I am sure you will realize that the sooner this is done the more money can be made. Miss Tukey not realizing the value of time has not written you in regard to this and she thinks there will be time enough when the original is finish- ed. As the dear old lady is not able to work fast this is a great mis- take. It is for this reason I write to explain everything to you, as I know that a word from you suggesting to Miss Tukey that you would like a number of plates as soon as possible for yourself and the Pan-American Exposition as well, will be the key to the present barred progress. I feel sure this problem among others, over which we have worked for her, with your help will be a success, and could you have seen her in her suf- fering solitude as I have at times, you would indeed wish for it with all your heart, as we have and so. As this opportunity depends upon your influence, I am confident she will succeed in this at last, before it is too late to succeed in anything more. Many thanks for your kind interest in the magazine, both in the subscription( the proceeds of which by the way I presented to Miss Tukey) and your permission to publish her drawing. Most respectfully yours, [*Adelaide R Husted Long.*] 11967[*shorthand*]Established 1887 The China Decorator ADELAIDE HUSTED LONG, Editor GEORGE THIELL LONG, Publisher For the Connoisseur The Artist And The Student The only PRACTICAL publication devoted exclusively to China, Glass and Water Color Painting 3 EAST FOURTEENTH STREET $2.50 per annum Single copies, 25c. NEW YORK, May 29th., 1901. Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt, Executive Mansion, Washington, D.C. Dear Madam:- Having known Miss Tukey about a year and a half, I have also known of the kindnesses which you have extended to her from time to time, and for that reason I take the liberty to write you in regard to your Armorial Plate, trusting that it will eventually benefit her. I am sure Miss Tukey will tell you, if you enquire, that I have taken the greatest interest in her work and have honestly tried to establish some permanent financial benefits for her, through the pages of the magazine, having sent some one hundred and fifty letters and copies to persons in her behalf, which will extend further than I could reach personally. In the latter manner I have interested my friends to send donations of different kinds, and have given entertainments at my house, the proceeds of which have paid her rent, and in all of which Mr. Long has joined me. In regard o the Armorial Plate, upon which I assure you Miss Tukey has spent many weary hours, I have taken especial interest, as I felt that from this, of all other efforts she would derive the greatest benefit. We appreciate the permission to publish this in our magazine, but as the drawing was somewhat belated, it was not perfected to the degree we had hoped to have it, nor to which it will be, for reproduction on china. Our plan of procedure to make money for her, - and I feel sure you will realize the great chances for success as we do, is this, - that Miss Tukey's original drawing and painting of the plate, approved by yourself, with your permission to have replicas or fac-similes made from it in quantities in the potteries, be placed for sale at the Pan-American Exposition, to establish a permanent market for them in the future, which is the way the family arms of all of our great men, whether statesmen, authors, poets, etc have all been recognized and appreciated by all their admirers. In connection with this, there can be also an exceedingly artistic and expensive quality for you own private use, from all of which Miss Tukey will have the proceeds. This will involve considerable expense upon which to start and quite an influence to get them through the potteries, as well as to employ an artist engraver to work up the drawing to perfection for reproduction, all of which I think we are in a position to do, to give her the necessary start. The artist engraver is Mr. Edward A. Green, of Baltimore. 11968Established 1887 The China Decorator ADELAIDE HUSTED LONG, Editor GEORGE THIELL LONG, Publisher For the Connoisseur The Artist And The Student The only PRACTICAL publication devoted exclusively to China, Glass and Water Color Painting 3 EAST FOURTEENTH STREET $2.50 per annum Single copies, 25c. NEW YORK, more, Md. - to whose work we refer you with pride, he having worked for Tiffany & Company,- where we have special friends in the porcelain depart - ment and where I can also place the plate for sale, - and as well as for the Royalty in London, before coming to this country. He it was who made the wonderful successes of the "Main Plate," "The Battle of Santigo," and the"Dewey Plate." There is therefore no question as to his ability. In regard to the Pan-American Exposition, I am sure you will realize that the sooner this is done the more money can be made. Miss Tukey not realizing the value of time has not written you in regard to this and she thinks there will be time enough when the original is finish- ed. As the dear old lady is not able to work fast this is a great mis- take. It is for this reason I write to explain everything to you, as I know that a word from you suggesting to Miss Tukey that you would like a number of plates as soon as possible for yourself and the Pan-American Exposition as well, will be the key to the present barred progress. I feel sure this problem among others, over which we have worked for her, with you help will be a success, and could you have seen her in her suf- fering solitude as I have at time, you would indeed wish it with all your heart, as we have and do. As this opportunity depends upon your influ- ence, I am confident she will succeed in this at last, before it is too late to succeed in anything more. Many thanks for your kind interest in the magazine, both in the subscription (the proceeds of which by the way, I presented to Miss Tukey) and your permission to publish her drawing. Most respectfully yours, [*Adelaide R. Husted Long.*] [*11969*]Headquarters for the Celebrated McElrath's Masonic Match Safe. J. J. B. McELRATH, Patentee. Woodlawn, Ala., May 29 1901 Hon & Bro Roosevelt I have never yet made an appeal Masonicly for help, but I am a criple, and am not able to work, at hard work, was Post master under Arthur, Cleveland, Harrison & Cleveland near 14 years, I have moved to an other county & am in a thriving town, and it is need of improvement in the postal business, and if ever man needed help it is me, I have an almost helpless family. One word from you will secure me a job in place of a man who has no claims on you, I refer you to Past Grandmaster, J.A. Bilbro Gadsden Ala. PGM Williams of Oxford Ala. Grand Master Meyerhardt Rome Ga, the mail service & office work is all I can do, I leave it to you. Yours Fraternally JJB McElrath [*11970*] OFFICES OUTDOOR LIFE A MAGAZINE OF THE WEST. 616-617 CHARLES BLOCK. DENVER, COLO. J. A. McGUIRE, Editor. J. A. RICKER, Manager. WM. COOKE DANIELS, Assoc. Editor. DENVER, May 29, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I., N.Y. My Dear Mr. Roosevelt: - I have read with much interest your "Hunting Trips of a Ranchman", and would like to make some extracts from the book for publication in OUTDOOR LIFE if it is not against your rule to allow such liberties. My plan was to pick out one or two thousand words from your article on the blacktail and about one thousand words from your chapter on the bighorn, using each article under your name. I hope you will not hesitate to turn me down if a compliance with this request would in any manner jeopardize the value of the book or your own private interests, as I consider that I am asking a great deal. Thanking you for your past kindness toward me, and trusting you have received the bound copies of March, April and May OUTDOOR LIFE, recently sent you, I remain, Very Cordially yours, [*J. A. McGuire*] [*shorthand*] 11971[*34*] United States Senate, OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY, FINANCIAL ROOM, Washington, May 29, 1901 Mr. [*Wm. Loeb*] [*Oyster Bay*] [*New York*] Dear Sir: I inclose herewith Draft (No. [*74807*]) on the Assistant Treasurer of the United States at New York, payable to your order, for [*one hundred and eighty nine*] dollars ($[*189-*]) the amount of your compensation for the month of [*May*] 1901 Be pleased to acknowledge receipt. Respectfully, [*R. B Nixon*] Financial Clerk [*RMN*] 11972 United States Senate, Office of the Secretary Financial Room. May 29, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York; Sir: I enclose herewith check #74, on the Treasurer of the United States, payable to your order, for six hundred and eighty-one dollars and forty cents, ($681.40), the amount of your compensation as Vice-President of the United States for the month of May, 1901. Respectfully, R.B. Nixon Financial Clerk. 11973 [*PF*] PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION 1901 BUFFALO, N.Y., U.S.A. ON THE NIAGARA FRONTIER,MAY 1ST TO NOVEMBER 1ST, 1901 BUREAU OF PUBLICITY, 224 ELLICOTT SQUARE. LATIN-AMERICAN PRESS SECTION. J. V. NOEL, Chief. May 29, 1901. Sir: I beg to recall myself to your notice as the bearer of a message from the Latin-American journalists who visited the Pan-American Exposition on Dedication Day. Yo will recollect that I delivered that message on Wednesday morning, May 22nd, while you were visiting the Midway, introduced by President Milburn. I was very glad of having the opportunity of doing this because I feel that you have outlined the policy of the Republican party in that respect. While I am a citizen of the United States and a republican voter, I have always taken a great deal of interest in Latin-American matters and have been special and war correspondent of the Sun, Herald, and other publications in South America. I am constantly in touch with the leading editors in those countries, who have honored me with their confidence. The important part which you took in the Cuban war and your political prominence have tended somewhat to create the impression that you are inclined to be somewhat aggressive, and an exponent of a policy of absorption. This is in reference to the safety and political integrity of the various Latin- American republics. Your remarks which will certainly have widespread publicity, and will tend to counteract this misunderstanding, and were most appropriate upon the occasion of the Dedication of the Pan-American Exposition. If at any time it is your pleasure to reach any of the Latin-American editors, as well as those in this country [*shorthand*] [*11974*]No. 2. J.V.N. to Hon. T.R. 5/29/01. publishing newspapers circulating in Latin America, I shall be most happy to place myself at your service. I am, Honorable Sir, Your most obedient servant. John Vavasour Noel To the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President's Chamber, Washington, D.C. 11975 NORTHWESTERN Territorial Normal School. James E. Ament, President. Alva, Oklahoma, May 29, 1901. Col. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the U. S., Washington, D. C. My dear Colonel:-- I write you again concerning my application for a Lieutenancy in the Regular Army. So that you may the more readily recall the matter I enclose copies of two letters written by you to me. Our new Governor, Wm. M. Jenkins, was inaugurated on the 13th inst. I asked and obtained a letter from him, a copy of which I enclose. Recently I received the support of the entire Kansas Congressional Delegation. I sent their letter to the new Governor with a request for another letter from him urging my appointment. It came today. I now enclose both to you upon a similar errand. I don't want to improperly importune you nor to weary you, but I am dead in earnest about this matter, and I want this appointment. I saw when the list was announced that a number of our boys were appointed. I hope you have not concluded to consider the incidents as closed, because I am still in sore need of a little more urging upon your part. I sincerely and truly appreciate what you have done for me and if I am overstepping the bounds of propriety and have to be disciplined as in days of yore, I shall try to take the matter as philosophically now as I did then. Will you please forward the letter of the Kansas Delegation and also that of the Governor of Oklahoma to the President with what further aid, if any, you ma see fit to extend me? [*shorthand*] Very respectfully submitted, [*Orlando G. Palmer*], Late 1st Sergt., "D" Troop, 1st U.S.V.C. 11976[For 10 enc see 1-5-01] 1-7-01 1-13-01 3-11-01 3-26-01 3-29-01 4-1-01 5-3-01 5-26-01 5-29-01] *PF* Wm. C. Price, Attorney at Law, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Wilkes-Barre Pa. May 29th. 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Washington D. C. Dear Colonel Roosevelt:- I see by the papers and as informed by some of my Scranton friends that you expect to be in Scranton at the opening of the 18th. Regiment Armory in June. I know that you avoid rather than invite public adulation and wish you could make it convenient to spend the night with me in Wilkes-Barre, after the ceremonies at the Armory. We are about eighteen miles from Scranton and you can leave there most any hour up to eleven thirty P. M. Unfortunately I am unmarried and have no well regulated home of my own but I can give you a very comfortable room at our club where I take all my meals, and give you a good breakfast in the morning so that you can return to Washington in the morning, via. Philadelphia after a quiet night, a rest, with an uncrippled hand and readjusted nerves. If you can come and prefer it I will say nothing of your expected presence here except that I would like to invite to breakfast with us very informally, our Congressman elect and our local political Boss. Our Boss is an "easy Boss" a graduate of Yale '77 and a very clever and agreeable follow. Such a step on your part might assist us in making this "neck of the woods" solid for Roosevelt in 1904 We have a beautiful City here of about 60,000 inhabitants 11977 Wm. C. Price. Attorney at Law. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. T. R.- 2 in the third largest County of the State If you could spare the time also I would take great pleasure in showing you some of our Coal Mine workings, and the prosperous condition of the Miners; the Yellow Journals to the contrary notwithstanding. I entered Harvard in the same class with you but left in the Spring of our Freshman year because of an accident I received while wrestling with Kessler '78 of Indiana. I then reentered with the class of '80 in the Fall but severed my connection with the University at the end of the Academic year because of the depressed condition of the family Treasury. With kindest regards and best wishes for your continued success I remain Very truly yours [*Wm. C Price*] [*shorthand*] [*11978*] EXCELSIOR OIL and SULPHER MINING CO. 415 NATCHEZ ST. JAC. BOKENFOHR, Pres. S. SEGARI, Vice-Pres. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Uriah J. Virgin, Florist, Thos. J. Clark, Manufacturers Agent, S. Segari, Wholesale Commission, Louis Meyer, Merchant Drayman, Jac. Bokenfohr, Wholesale Produce, John Meyer, of Segari, Stich & Meyer, W. P. Brady, of J. C. Morris Co., Ltd. Geo. B. Boh, New Orleans, Robert W. Marshall, New Orleans. GEO. B. BOH, Treas. THOS. J. CLARK, Sec. Lands of SULPHUR, LA. New Orleans, May 29th 1901 Col. Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay L. I. My Dear colonel: Being aware of the fact that you never forget - especially an old trooper - I take the liberty to address you on a subject that is to me of great importance - : I am interested in the above company of which I enclose prospectus & etc) and I want to get your ever-esteemed self on our list of subscribers - It matters not how much you subscribe only I would like to interest you somewhat, and I believe, that for the sake of Auld-Lang-Syne and those scorching days of '98 you will not consign my letter to the waste-basket - I assure you, Colonel, on the word of an "H" Trooper that we are in what will eventually be the country's greatest oil field and that whatever you 11979JAC. BOKENFOHR, Pres. GEO. B. BOH, Treas. S. SEGARI, Vice-Pres. THOS. J. CLARK, Sec. EXCELSIOR OIL and SULPHER MINING CO. 415 NATCHEZ ST. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Uriah J. Virgin, Florist, Thos. J. Clark, Manufacturers Agent, S. Segari, Wholesale Commission, Louis Meyer, Merchant Drayman, Jac. Bokenfohr, Wholesale Produce, John Meyer, of Segari, Stich & Meyer, W. P. Brady, of J. C. Morris Co., Ltd. Geo. B. Boh, New Orleans, Robert W. Marshall, New Orleans. Lands of SULPHUR, LA. New Orleans, ________________ 190 subscribe will be protected by only practical business men and in a straight forward manner- Trusting you will fill out the enclosed blank for a number of shares (We cannot sell less than 10) and that I shall soon hear from you favorably - I beg to remain Your Ex- mounted Orderly Harry S. Saucier formerly - "H" Troop - 1st N. J. Vol Cav. P. S. While this will be a favor now, I expect you will realize a very fair dividend in the near future. H.S. [*11980*] 52 Broadway, N.Y. May 29, 1901. My dear Theodore, Colonel H.A. Campbell, of the English Army, is here with his daughter on his yacht, the "Cuhona," and I have suggested his going up the Hudson, and of course without fail stopping at West Point. It just so happens for the first time in many years that I do not know, or at least am not aware that I know, any of the officers at that post to whom I could give Colonel Campbell letters, and if you can put me in the way of getting him a letter to the Commandant I shall appreciate it. He has been cruising in the West Indies and Spanish Main, and is working up along the coast by way of Bermuda, Fortress Monroe to the Eastward, and the back home, and on my suggestion he is going to go to the Eastward by way of the Sound so as to take in Newport. 11981 [next page] I wanted him to see some of the picturesque bays in Long Island Sound while he is in these waters, and tomorrow Mrs. (?) and I go with him to Oyster Bay, starting either with him on the yacht or by rail tomorrow afternoon as we must be in town on Friday morning. So if you happen to be at Oyster Bay tomorrow we shall look you up, and introduce him to you. His present intention is to return on Friday to New York and go up the river on Saturday or Sunday as far as he can get in the yacht, stopping as I suggested at West Point, and then take the train to the Buffalo Exposition and Niagara Falls. I must apologize for bothering you, but most of my friends are in the Navy branch of the service, and the shortness of time did not permit my looking up the whereabouts of my army friends. If you see a large, white, (?)-rigged steam yacht in the Harbor about noontime forget 11982 you are Vice-President and Ex-Governor and come aboard if you are in the neighborhood, as otherwise we may miss you, and bring Mrs. Roosevelt and Laura with you as Miss Campbell is very charming and also quite attractive looking. Very sincerely yours, [* J. Frederic Fauns*] Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y.Cambridge, Mass May 29th [*[1901]*] Hon Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Col. I address you in behalf of an old friend and comrade. M. L. Newcomb now assistant postmaster at Waukomis, OK. T and formerly a member of D troop in your regiment, being [*11983*] such an appointment for him. With best wishes for your future success I remain Sincerely J. D Wells Ex D Troop Ist Vol Cav [*shorthand*] THE REPUBLICAN UNION, 28th ASSEMBLY DISTRICT, NEW YORK COUNTY, 165 EAST 81st STREET, "SMOKER" MEMORIAL-DAY EVE. Wednesday, May 29th, 1901, 8 o'clock. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt [*TWENTY-EIGHTH ASSEMBLY DISTRICT REPUBLICAN UNION RU MANHATTAN NEW YORK COUNTY*] Compliments of WILLIAM C. HECHT. President [*11985*][*[Found mutilated 3-26-56 KS*] He has been married since last Winter and that is one reason he wishes an appointment as before taking his present position he was a traveling salesman but that keeps him away from home a good deal. I think that Mr Newcomb is well fitted in every way to occupy a responsible position on a good salary and hope you will see your way clear to secure wounded in the knee in our first fight, the wound still troubling him some, Mr Newcomb has asked me to recommend him to you in order to secure your aid in obtaining an appointment as postmaster in the Kiowa Commanche Country I think he deserves an appointment, and am willing to vouch for his honesty and integrity He comes from a good family. and has not a single bad habit. [*11984*]THE REPUBLICAN UNION, 28th ASSEMBLY DISTRICT, NEW YORK COUNTY, 165 EAST 81st STREET, "SMOKER" MEMORIAL-DAY EVE. Wednesday, May 29th, 1901, 8 o'clock. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt [*TWENTY-EIGHTH ASSEMBLY DISTRICT REPUBLICAN UNION RU MANHATTAN NEW YORK COUNTY*] Compliments of WILLIAM C. HECHT. President. [*11985*] Cambridge, Mass May 29th [*[1901]*] Hon Theodore Roosevelt Washington, D.C. Dear Col. I address you in behalf of an old friend and comrade. M. L. Newcomb now assistant postmaster at Waukomis, OK. T and formerly a member of D troop in your regiment, being such an appointment for him. With best wishes for your future success I remain Sincerely J. D Wells Ex D Troop Ist Vol Cav [*shorthand*] [*11983*] Chatham N Jersey May 30th 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Dear Sir I beg permission to present for your inspection the enclosed sketch of a sub marine torpedo designed to destroy hostile vessels. I have named it the [Schneuman?] Train. This differs from the other torpedoes in that it is divided into a number of small sections attached to a wire or small cable at short intervals at a suitable point. Each section or bomb contains about one pound of explosive and each bomb is provided with a set trigger to explode when it strikes the bottom of a ship. At the point where these bombs are attached the cable may be supported a desired distance below the surface of the water by flat topped floats or buoys painted light blue or water color. These floats beside having wires about thirty or forty feet long depending vertically to the lower cable have also a strong wire connecting with each float and extending along the surface of the water parallel with the lower cable. The supposition is that the prow of a passing ship will strike the wire which connects the floats at the surface and carry it along with it. The lower cable to which the bombs are beaded and hanging considerably [below] lower than the bottom of the ship will not be touched by the ship's prow but aided by the resistance of the water will naturally swing up and strike the bottom of the ship as far toward the stern as the supporting wires permit. When desired to sink a stationary ship it might be done at night by men in two canoes or row boats [*11986*]2 having a train of bombs between them and connecting with the two boats by a very long wire (say piano wire) and rowing so as to swing the bombs under the ship. For safety and convenience in handling, these bombs may be packed in barrels or cases and attached to the cable as it is being put into the water. Although a practical trial is necessary to prove the correctness of any new [device?] theory yet it seems to me that men trained to the use of the Jehneumon Train could put bombs under the ship at a vital point with almost absolute certainty, while the torpedoes heretofore in use almost invariably fail to reach the place intended. As a comparison, the shells from a thirteen inch gun or from the dynamite boat Vesuvius do less execution when the mark is missed than a small bullet from a mauser or winchester which reaches a vital point. Water has been found to resist sudden explosion almost as firmly as granite and I believe a pound of fulminate or less would blow a hole through the bottom of the strongest ship when exploded close against it ten feet or more below the water line. The prow of a ship would have to slant under at a pretty sharp angle to avoid dragging a line of floats. My grandfather Capt Rowland Tryon (a nephew of the British Governor) once found a large fish net upon the prow of his ship which had dragged there many miles. I have sent a similar sketch with more minute details to Hon John D Long Secretary of the Navy. I also had slight communication with him on [*11987*]3 this subject during the Spanish war. If it should be your pleasure to have me give further explanation on this subject at any time I will cheerfully do it. In case there be any impropriety in addressing the U.S. Vice President without more formality I can after reading "American Ideals" write on a subject of this kind to an Ideal American in full confidence. Sincerely and respectfully yours Wm E Budd. 11988U. S. MILITARY GOVERNMENT IN THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS OFFICE OF COLLECTOR OF INTERNAL REVENUE Laoag, Ilocos Norte, P.I. May 30, 19001 My dear Colonel:- Your letter of March 9th has just been received; my mail having been delayed at San Francisco on account of the regiment going home for muster out. I thank you Colonel with all my heart for the recommendation. I knew that you would be over run with applications and would probably have many obligations and was sorry to bother you at the time. I have heard nothing from my application, and don't know that I ever will, as by this time no doubt all the vacancies are filled. I expect to stay over here a short time after I am mustered out next month, and will then go home to the States, where I can probably do you some little good when the time comes; and you bet I will. With best wishes for your good health, I am, Sincerely yours, Sherrard Coleman Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, New York. [*11989*]May 30, 1901 Dear Governor: You told me you would not forget of Mr. Frank Cutugno. At the time of the Cuban war I was one of the first to sign, and now I was out of work for a good while, I thought that you would get me something to do. I have been looking around for something and could not get it because I did not know how to talk English, so I would like for you if possible to get me some kind of a job. [*11990*] I would like to get a job as a street cleaner if it is possible. I thank you very much for answering my letters, but you have forgotten of Frank Cotugno. Nothing further your, Truly. Mr. Frank Cotugno [*11991*]May 30th, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Dear Sir,- In answer to your letter of June 19, 1899, regarding the City Police examination, I sent you a clipping from the N. Y. World, which explained that my papers of the previous examination 11992had been altered to benefit some other, who was appointed with only 65 per., while I with 75 per. was rejected. I appeal to you again to see if you will do something for me. I have served my time in the late war with Spain, and have received no recompense. Now I [*11993*] ask you to do me a great favor in helping me to get an appointment in Government or City Office, which I feel shure is in your power Hoping you will think favorable of me in this regard, I am Yours very Respectfully, Chas. H. Dietsch. #808 Caldwell Ave. Bronx Borough. N. Y. City. The Waldorf Astoria New York. May 30/1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island. My dear Colonel Roosevelt:-- I have been trying to get the address of Mr. Pollock, one of the Rough Riders, who, you may remember, was with us on the Oklahoma Trip a year ago, as the representative of the Philadelphia North American. I have [*11994*] been unable to locate him, and, so, as a last resort, I am taking the liberty of writing to you, thinking that you may, by chance, know where he is. If you can tell me, I shall be indebted to you. With kindest regards, I am, Faithfully yours, Frank H. Fayant [*11995*] Wheeling W. Va. May 30th 1901 The Honorable Vice President Theodore Roseveld Washington D. C. Sir! Colonel St. V Cavalry I have the honor to write a few lines and let you Know that I. am in a condition and ask your Honor to Help me in my way out as I have served 4 enlistments in the Regular Cavalry 5th Regiment and have been by my Captain many represendet be course. I would not like to make any Expression on my Case I. Know I have not been a Angel but I. have served all my time Honorable and Faithfull and served (21) Months in Porto Rico and 11996have been in (2) Battles and [Homogures?] and Las Marias under General Sherman and I served with Honor and Credit My Captain gave me not a Excellent Decharge and I, have been Diniyed to Reentlest by fals representation Dear Sir you Know How as is somtims in the Army and in the West I. Know I that not behave as I should have but a Mann is No Angel but Consider myself just as good a Soldier as ever wore a Uniform and I. have been graduatet from the Veterinary School at Munich Bavaria and have done some good work in Regards as a Farrier in the Army for wish I. am Knowen as the best Farrier in the 5th Cavalry I. am getting older and then not like to being Cast awy now after I. have served all Does long Years in the Army I will close and Hope your Honor you will spicke a good Word for me and Remain your Faithfull Servant Adolph Fischer Late Troop A" 5th US Cavalry N.B. Please Address Recruiting Office Wheeling W Va [*11997*] Brotherhood of Andrew and Philip. OFFICERS OF THE FEDERAL COUNCIL. President, the Rev. R. W. Miller, Reading, Pa. Secretary - Treasurer, the Rev. C. E. Wyckoff, Irvington, New Jersey. Publisher of the Star, the Rev. J. G. Hammer, Jr., 25 East 22 St., N. Y. C. Auditor, Mr. W. J. Johnston, Highbridge, Bronx, N. Y. C. Treasurer of Forward Movement Fund, the Rev. A. E. Myers, 1 West 29 St., N. Y. C. Official Organ THE BROTHERHOOD STAR. 50 cts. a year. MEMBERS OF THE FEDERAL COUNCIL. REFORMED (GERMAN) the Revs. R. W. Miller, Reading, Pa.; J. H. Prugh, D. D., Pittsburg; A. S. Bromer, Philadelphia. REFORMED (DUTCH) the Revs. A. E. Myers, Manhattan, N. Y. C.; I. W. Gowen, Weehawken, N. J.; G. E. Talmage, Schenectady, N. Y. CONGREGATIONAL the Revs. E. N. Hardy, Quincy, Mass; A. W. Hitchcock, Worcester, Mass.; W. S. Kelsey, Boston. PRESBYTERIAN the Revs. J. W. Chapman, D. D., N. Y. C.; J. G. Hamner, Jr., Newark, N. J.; E. W. Rice, D. D., Philadelphia. BAPTIST the Revs. F. H. Jacobs, Brooklyn, N. Y. C.; H. L. Jones, Manhattan, N. Y. C.; J. W. Brougher, Chattanooga, Tenn. METHODIST EPISCOPAL the Revs. S. P. Cadman, D. D.; F. C. Harding; Philip Watters, D. D., Manhattan, N. Y. C. 25 East 22nd St., New York, May 30, 1901. To His Excellency, Vice-President Roosevelt, Washington, D. C. My dear Sir:- We notice in the may number of "Association Men" a word of testimony from you in regard to the work of the Association as contrasted with that of the churches. We would like to ask whether you think it is impossible for the church to undertake the same kind of work which is done by the Association and whether in view of the large masses of men who need such assistance the church should not undertake this work even if in a modified form. Should she not unite, where it would be impossible for one church,in a group who would carry out that for which the Y. M. C. A. has so well prepared the way. We should be very glad if you would give us your view of this matter in a brief statement as you have done for "Association Men." We are reaching a large number of pastors and young men with whom your words would have great weight. Very truly yours, [*J. Garland Hamner Jr*] 11998[shorthand notation]New Atlantic Hotel NORFOLK, VA. R. A. DODSON, MANAGER. May 30th 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Sir:- I take the liberty of sending you the enclosed clipping in order that in the event anything should be said to you about the subject you may know that the whole statement has been publicly denied. I had the honor of meeting recently in Boston at the home of Mr. Lyman and also at the Home Market [*12000*] Lincoln. Neb May 30. 1901 Hon. Theodore- Roosevelt V. P. Washington- D.-C. Dear sir. I have a Rockey Mountian Sheeps Head. nicely mounted. Head & Neck Horns. 15 inches in Circumference it is fine. what will your Honor give me for it. yours very Respectfuly, Rev. W. R. Hodges 930. S. 27. St.) [*11999*]Lincoln. Neb May 30. 1901 Hon. Theodore- Roosevelt V. P. Washington- D.-C. Dear sir. I have a Rockey Mountian Sheeps Head. nicely mounted. Head & Neck Horns. 15 inches in Circumference it is fine. what will your Honor give me for it. yours very Respectfuly, Rev. W. R. Hodges 930. S. 27. St.) [*11999*] New Atlantic Hotel NORFOLK, VA. R. A. DODSON, MANAGER. May 30th 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt Washington D.C. Dear Sir:- I take the liberty of sending you the enclosed clipping in order that in the event anything should be said to you about the subject you may know that the whole statement has been publicly denied. I had the honor of meeting recently in Boston at the home of Mr. Lyman and also at the Home Market [*12000*] New Atlantic Hotel NORFOLK, VA. R. A. DODSON, MANAGER. 190 ____ dinner. Trusting you will not be annoyed by this newspaper distortion I remain Very respectfully Hugh Gordon Miller [*12001*][shorthand notation] Phoenix Arizona May. 30. 1901 Hon Theodore Roosevelt V.P. Oyster Bay New York. My Dear Colonel. - I want first of all to thank you for the interest you have shown in my request to you in regard to my pension and for the speed with which you secured from The Commissioner of Pensions a full statement relative to my claim. Owing to my being in the Country your communication was some what delayed in reaching me [*12002*] condition there, by the advice of a friend in New York City I decided to return to the milder climate of Arizona where by care and the effects of the mild climate here I was able to keep this disease under control for some time until finally its ravages overcame my strength and on June, 29th. 1900, I was forced to give up my work and since that time have been unable to make my living by my own efforts owing to my weakened condition caused by tuberculosis. All this time I had not thought of applying for a pension, believing that but I take this first opportunity to thank you, and hope that you will permit me here to make a few statements in proof of my claim so that you may judge clearly as to right to a pension. I am surprised to find that the only evidence the Commissioner uses to offset my claim is the statement made by me in regard to my physical condition on Sept. first, 1898, fifteen days previous to my discharge. It cannot be expected that I was able to know my condition exactly, at this time other than governed my feelings and I can state positively, under oath, if necessary, that I did not undergo a physical examination at this time or at any time afterwards previous to my discharge as stated by the Acting assistant surgeon in the medical part of said certificate under date of Sept. 8. 1898. And furthermore for several days previous to my discharge I was on sick report and at the time of my discharge Sept.15th, 1898 I was suffering with a severe cold which settled on my lungs. At this time I had planned to remain in New York state and the east for a year or two before returning west but owing to my [*12003*][*shorthand*] [*[5-30-01]*] I would be able to throw off the disease and resume my work; until from the constant solicitations of friends I decided to apply for pension in January 1901 In regard to the statement of the Commissioner that in searching the records he was unable to find where I had been treated for any disease during service I will state that for two weeks I was sick in my tent in Tampa Florida and owing to the predjudice that existed against the Regimented Surgeon would not go on sick 12004report, but preferred to be treated by my comrades and by medicines procurred from Tampa until finally I was forced, by orders from Commanding Officer that all not on sick report should go on duty, to go on sick report for a day or two which I did. It was not alone predjudice against the Surgeon that prompted me to do this but also a fear that I might be separated from my regiment by being sent to some distant hospital. These statements I stand ready to proof, and any other evidence in my possession in defense of my claim if required by the pension office. They are well known to my Captain, Joseph L. B. Alexander and many of my comrades and friends and acquaintances of Phoenix. Hoping I have not wearied you and that you will see here the exact condition of my claim from my own standpoint. Thanking you again I am yours sincerley Forest. B. Payne Phoenix. Arizona. Co. C. 1st U.S. V.C. Claim no 1,261,416. P.S. I have written a letter containing almost the same language to the Commissioner of pensions. [*12005*] [*PF*] [*Lv on Lake Shore Limited Sat. 5.30 pm At Chicago 4.30 pm Sunday Lv Chic. 6.30 pm Ar. Minn 8.20 AM Monday*] United States Senate, Washington, D.C. Proctor, Vt., May 30, 1901 Dear Mr. President: Am sorry you cannot leave Minneapolis earlier, but this will make it necessary for you to return to my house Friday night and stop over and go home on the day train Saturday afternoon. We hope Mrs. Roosevelt will come with you, and my wife or daughter will write her. Col. Cannon has invited us to be his guest Thursday night in Burlington, and I think that will be the pleasantest arrangement, and I will accept for you if you do not object. I start Thursday the 6th June on my annual salmon fishing trip to new Brunswick. Winston Churchill, who is a member of the club, goes along, with his wife. Also a cousin of mine, T.R. Proctor from Utica, a prominent man there, and a good man for a New York politician to know. Wish you might go along. Very truly yours, Redfield Proctor Hon. Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay. N.Y. [*12006*]GEORGE B. REED, 4 Park St., Boston, Mass. Boston. May 30. 1901. Vice-President Roosevelt. My dear Sir-- You may not be fully aware of what you have recently come to, that is, of the position the country has "contrived" for you, so I make bold to quote what one of your predecessors in office said as to this. I came across it in my readings recently and have thought it might interest and amuse you somewhat if new to you. John Adams while Vice-President, in a letter to his wife say of his office, "My Country has, in its wisdom, contrived for me the most insignificant office that ever the invention of man contrived or his imagination conceived; and as I can do neither good nor evil, I must be borne away by others to meet the common fate". You have however this to console you, which Mr Adams had and commented upon playfully. You are "heir apparent" to the Presidency, and I will add, may you attain to it in due time. Very Truly Yours, [*12007*] Geo. B. Reed.[shorthand notation] [*[May 30, 1901]*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. -INCORPORATED- 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD. This Company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is not presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for Transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. 5P NUMBER 8 SENT BY Jd REC’D BY h CHECK 17 Paid RECEIVED at _190 Dated Colorado Springs Colo 31 To Hon Theodore Roosevelt Am waiting answer telegram May 29th in order to settle plans for rough Riders reunion. Philip B. Steward [*12008*] [*[5 -30-01]*] 60 Clark St. Brooklyn N.Y. May 30, Hon Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. Dear Sir- I am one of your very numerous admirers and while on here from Norfolk, Va. to our New Church (Swedenborgian) convention and bold enough to ask the [*12009*]favor of a very brief social call at your leave. I can only go out Saturday or Sunday next, and am very interested to see Sagamore Hill when you are at home. I have the Sagamore edition of your works besides other copies, and am running a little clipping bureau of my own [*12010*] for a scrapbook containing all speeches &c obtainable. I am originally from Boston and heard your Lowell Inst lectures in Boston in 1898, and saw you Dewey Day in New York and Inauguration Day in Washington. A purely informal call of say 5 minutes not a set time is desired. A sincere and ardent admirer, Walter I Swanton. [*[5-30-01]*] [*PF*] Princeton Dear Colonel Roosevelt, I have delayed my acknowledgment of your very kind note of a month ago because I wished to write to you when I could find the time, about Endicott Peabody's plan of a non-partisan political organization in our universities. Let me thank you heartily for your generous reference to my [*12011*] article in the May number of Scribners. You are quite right about the sanity of those Iowa people. It is the sound good sense of such as they that has saved us time and again in the past and that we can count upon for the future. With reference to Dr. Endicott's plan, I am thoroughly in sympathy with it. I think that the students are likely to take it up with [*12012*]enthusiasm a plan of forming such an organization, and that this movement is likely to earn splendid results in the way of interesting university men directly and personally in public life. And then it will give us in the universities an organized body of men that can be set to work and that can be brought under just the immediate influences that we could wish to have brought to bear upon them. I shall be at work in England all summer and I shall talk the matter over with some of the men there. My address will be simply in care of J. S. Morgan & Co., London. In this country I am always to be found in Princeton. I am delighted that you liked my article. Yours sincerely, Walter A. Wyckoff. Thirtieth May nineteen hundred one Vice President Theodore Roosevelt.Huntington, N.Y. May 30/01 Dear Col. Roosevelt: I shall call as arranged on Saturday evening at six o'clock. Thanking you for this courtesy I am Yours faithfully John C York [*12013*] [*shorthand*] New York May 30th, 1901 Hon T Roosevelt Dear Sir: I take the liberty of penning you a few lines asking your if you will kindly place me in the Custom Service as I believe there are positions in the Appraisers Dept. that do not come under Civil Service enclosed you will find a copy of one of your letters kindly return letters enclosed and oblige Yrs Truly John M. [?] [*[?]*] 201 E 114th St NY [*12014*]+ Huntington, N.Y. May 30/01. Dear Col. Roosevelt: I shall call as arranged on Saturday evening at six o'clock. Thanking you for this courtesy I am Yours faithfully John C York [*12013*] [[shorthand]] New York May 30, 1901. Hon. T. Roosevelt Dear Sir: I take the liberty of penning you a few lines asking your if you will kindly place me in the Custom Service as I believe there are positions in the appraisers Dept. that do not come under Civil Service enclosed you will find a copy of one of your letters Kindly return letters enclosed and oblige Yours Truly John M. [?] [*[?]*] 201 E 114th St NY [*12014*]THE REVIEW OF THE REPUBLIC EDITED BY EDWIN ATWELL. 138 Fifth Avenue, New York, May 31, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Colonel Roosevelt:- Will you have the very great kindness to permit me to come to you at Oyster Bay for the purpose of talking over with you, for a brief time, a matter very nearly connected with the next year's work of the REVIEW OF THE REPUBLIC, and of the greatest importance to myself. I will hold myself at your entire convenience as to time and place (in case you want me to call upon you elsewhere than at Oyster Bay), and will be extremely obliged to you for the opportunity to meet you. With respect, I am, always, Yours to command [*Edwin Atwell*] Editor. EEW [*shorthand*] 12015 [*[5-31-01]*] Form No. 1. THE WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH COMPANY. INCORPORATED 21,000 OFFICES IN AMERICA. CABLE SERVICE TO ALL THE WORLD The company TRANSMITS and DELIVERS messages only on conditions limiting its liability, which have been assented to by the sender of the following message. Errors can be guarded against only by repeating a message back to the sending station for comparison, and the Company will not hold itself liable for errors or delays in transmission or delivery of Unrepeated Messages, beyond the amount of tolls paid thereon, nor in any case where the claim is nor presented in writing within sixty days after the message is filed with the Company for transmission. This is an UNREPEATED MESSAGE, and is delivered by request of the sender, under the conditions named above. THOS. T. ECKERT, President and General Manager. [*3 P*] NUMBER SENT BY REC’D BY CHECK 17 Oy K 11 paid RECEIVED at May 37 1901 Dated Barnesville Ga 27 To Hon Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay NY May we announce your acceptance of our invitation for July fourth Barnesville Chautauqua Assn. [*12016*] Brooks Brothers, CLOTHIERS BROADWAY Cor. 22nd St. ESTABLISHED 1818. CABLE ADDRESS "BROOKBRO, NEW YORK." New York, May 31st., 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island Dear Sir: Replying to you postal of the 30th inst we would say that we were somewhat longer delayed than we expected in obtaining the new invoice of leggings but we sent you a pair on Wednesday and trust they have been received ere this and found satisfactory. They are of the very best quality and we feel sure they will give good service. Yours respectfully, [*Brooks Brothers*] K 12017Schieffelin & Co. Nos. 170 & 172 William St. New York. William N. Clark. William S. Merereau. William L. Brewer. William J. Schieffelin. Henry S. Clark. Schuyler Schiefflin. May 31,1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, New York. My dear Sir: - Your kind note of the 30th inst. in response to mine of the 27th inst. has been received, and I thank you very much for the information that you expect to be in Oyster Bay in October, and that we may write you then, with regard to your speaking at the meeting of our Reformed Church Union in New York. Sincerely yours, [*Wm L. Brewer*] 12018COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY PF NEW YORK FACULTY OF PHILOSOPHY May 31, 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, L.I. My dear Roosevelt: Many thanks for yours of the 29th. That Yale degree is alright, and of course you ought to accept it. Will you let me have Holls' letter back when you have finished with it, as I want to answer it pretty carefully. Mrs. Butler has not been at all well, but I know she would like mightily to come to Oyster Bay for the night. If you will let me know when it will be convenient I shall try to arrange it. I am ready to come at any time, for I am anxious for a good long talk. I shall be in Washington on Monday, and then home until the following Sunday. I am all tied up between noon of Sunday, the 9th, and Wednesday, the 19th. From now on your letters will reach me more quickly if sent to the house, 119 East 30th St., as my hours at the university are increasingly irregular. Yours sincerely, [*Nicholas Murray Butler*] 12019[shorthand notation]May 31-1901 [*P F*] 1733 R. Street Dearest Theodore Captain Chadwick asked me to send you the enclosed, in the 5th I move to Farmington, if your varied engagements are to carry you through Hartford or New Haven during June let me know as I pine to have you in the sweet old house, at all events if we are ever told in advance when Will's vacation is to take place I will then write to see [*12020*] the 19th. It seems like desertion to leave Will for all these months when he is in land but, I felt Baby must go Devotedly Bye [*Anna Roosevelt Cowles*] Best of love to Edith, Alice & all The bunnies P.S. [[shorthand]]a [?] deal when the time comes as to what "Sea" means whether I would remain tranquilly at home, or, restlessly course the world - Washington is so lovely & I hate to leave, but, am off tomorrow morning first to Corinne's then to Farmington - I only mention about June fearing I might look at the paper some day & see that you had almost passed my door - The Young husbands are coming home from the 14 to 17 -- they sail how you can plan to come to us, for of course he would like to be at home for such a pleasure, but, come you must if only for a couple of days to give me the pleasure & that from the exciting glory of your having breathed its air & after this summer there will be no security as to our being there again at any definite time for we may have gone to Sea before another year of course it would depend [*12021*]purely architectural point of view if from no other. On the other hand on account of its distance from the tomb the comparative small size of the monument would not be affected by the imposing size of the Mausoleum- each would lend interest to the other. You will forgive the long letter but I could not explain the matter without many words. It was a great pleasure to shake your hand again day before yesterday Sincerely Yours Augustus Saint-Gaudens [*PF*] THE CENTURY ASSOCIATION 7 WEST FORTY-THIRD STREET. May 31st 1901 Dear Mr Roosevelt You said you were on the point of writing me a letter apropos of the Sherman Monument. Let me relieve you of that, much as I should value your opinion over your signature, You were however so kind in your expressions that I will make bold to ask you to say a word about it in another direction- that of placing the monument in the space in front of Grants tomb. the only serious obstacle in the way of doing that is the pronounced opposition of General Porter whom you know virtually built it, notwithstanding [*12022*] assistance in the matter and if you could write such a note I should be infinitely grateful, a talk with him on the subject might be better if you are soon returning to Washington. Everyone who has been spoken to on the subject enthusiastically supports the idea on account of the splendid association of the two men. the poetic meaning is at once understood, the bare space in front of the tomb cries out for something on the spot selected for the Sherman, the statue is so much smaller than the tomb that it can in no way interfere with it, on the contrary it will enhance the interest of the place from a that he expresses high admiration for the statue I have made. Mr C. T. Barney is taking an active interest in the matter and has written a letter to Secretary Root expressing his opinion, as President of the Art Commission of New York City, that the Sherman monument should be placed on the site I have before referred to, this letter had written on it the [written] endorsement of Mr M. C. Whitney, Mr Roots friend, Mr Barney asks Mr Roots support for the proposition as ex officio President of the Grant Monument Association and begs Mr Root to use his influence in persuading General Porter to withdraw his opposition, Mr Barney believes a letter from you to Mr Root would greatly help in gaining his [*12023*] J.W. Goddard & Sons, 98, 100 & 102 Bleecker St., and 197 Mercer St. New York May 31st, '01. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay., L.I. My dear Colonel Roosevelt, Way back in Strong's time, the Small Parks Committee fixed on the block between 35th and 36th Streets and First and Second Avenues as a proper location for a small park. Nothing was done, however, and of course the matter has been in abeyance during the Van Wyck administration, except that the Civic Club has been agitating the matter for about four years, advertising the advantages of it in the pamphlet which was bound up with the excursion ticket each year, and also by sending canvassers around to get signatures to a petition; they got about 5,000 signatures. Some few months ago the Wicke factory between 31st and 32nd Streets on the East River, burned up and Tommy Wood (the Tammany Alderman and President of the Board of Alderman) almost immediately introduced a resolution into the Board of Alderman to take the land between First Ave. and the East River and between 30th and 32nd Sts. for a park. Probably he had some real estate interests to serve, but besides that he wanted a park that he could claim was Tommy Wood's park, and to prevent there being a park that would be called the Civic Club's park. I went to see Father Thornton of St. Gabriels, about it and he said there was no use of opposing Woods. I went to 12024Father Thornton because St. Gabriel's church faces on the proposed part at 35th and 36th Sts. He, of course, was therefore in favor of that park as against Wood's park; still; he thought there was nothing to be done. However, I persuaded him that he ought to make a fight and at least put it over the election. Apparently he did this and got Bishop Farley interested in it, for they had a meeting at St. Gabriels Wednesday night, this week, at which Bishop Farley spoke in favor of the park between 35th and 36th Streets, and read a letter from Tommy Woods in which Woods said he had withdrawn his motion for the park between 30th and 32nd Sts. and was in favor of the one between 35th and 36th Sts. Great is the Catholic Church! I sent George Walsh, President of the Civic Club, around to the meeting and told him to speak to Father Thornton and ask if he (Walsh) might get up and speak in favor of the park, as the Civic Club was certainly entitled to credit. Father Thornton told Walsh not to do it on any account. I suppose the reason was that the meeting was held in the church rooms, and ----------- I don't know what else. Now the Civic Club will be entitled to practically all the credit for the park, and certainly ought to have the advantage of having the District understand it. This is clearly in the interests of the Civic Club, and I want to have the credit, because having that tends to strengthen the Civic Club in the estimation of the community where it is located, which is a good thing in every sense of the word. Therefore, I would like to get up a public meeting in favor of a small park between 35th and 36th Sts. and First and Second Avenues. I have within a month received a letter from Jacob Riis saying he thought it is J. W . Goddard & Sons, 98, 100 & 102 Bleecker St., and 197mercer St. New York, _______________190 ESTABLISHED 1847. M ________________________(2) _________________________ Dear Sir: the right place to have a park, and that it should be there, and also one from Abram S. Hewitt to the same effect, so that part of the subject is perfectly clear; that is, I would not be getting up a meeting to recommend something that there was any doubt about the advisability of. I would want to have the Murray Hill Lyceum and advertise the meeting, but I couldn't hope to fill the hall unless you would come and either preside at the meeting, or allow me to advertise that you would speak. Of course if you presided you would have to speak. I would calculate to have only such people appear with you on the platform as suited you. Possibly I could get hold of Mr. Hewitt. I suppose I could get Mr. Riis, and I would ask and presumably get anybody that you might suggest. Now I have always been chary of asking you to do anything that would be of any injury to you, as I think you know, and I have thought this thing over from that point of view as well as from every other point of view, and I don't see that it would be any injury to you, or out of place for you to do it; it is an unpolitical [favor] matter that is, a small park is certainly entirely an unpolitical matter. [*12025*]The meeting will be held under the auspices of the Civic Club, which is well known to be a non-political organization, and which once gave you a reception, so that it seems to me a thing that you can do, and I sort of feel that if you feel satisfied you can do it you probably will, in order to oblige the Civic Club and me. Now there isn't any date in my mind, so you can just fix the date to suit yourself. I should simply say not next week, as that would be too quick, but the week after that or the week after that, if possible. I hope you will accept and that you will suggest any people that you would like to have asked to speak. The meeting, of course, would be called for eight o'clock, and would really begin about half past eight, and it could be very short; that is, be over in an hour or an hour and a half, just as you pleased, and you could either preside, or speak. If you spoke I should want you to speak last, because otherwise the audience would leave when you did! [*shorthand*] Very sincerely yours, [*Norton Goddard*] P.S. I am awfully sorry that I am not going to be with you and the Staff on the 8th; it is about the one thing of consequence that has gone wrong with me this season. I value so highly my association with you that my membership on the staff gave me, and also I liked so well the members of the staff that I feel it a great deprivation that I cannot be there. 7 West Tenth Street, New York. May 31, 1901. My dear Mr. Roosevelt- I am told that there may be changes made among the officials at Ellis Island. I find that my friend Col. George C. Ellison, who is now secretary to the Hon. F.I. Allen, Commissioner of Patents, is a candidate for the position of Commissioner or Assistant Commissioner of Immigration at the port of New York. I am willing to write you about Col. Ellison because I think honestly that he would make a good mon(?) in that position. He has had a great deal of political experience of a minor sort but does not seem to be a machine man. He is wonderfully energetic and has a very humane and philanthropic turn to his disposition. In other words he would take more than a routine interest in the problems of Ellis Island and I have no fear of his mental ability. As for his physical activity he would leave nothing unattended to. I know a little something about Ellis 12026Island as Col. Stumpp, of Maryland, a former Commissioner is a friend of mine and I have visited the Island and inspected the different departments and talked with the officials. For for years Col. Ellison was the secretary of the Hon. J. Murray Mitchell and during that time I saw a great deal of him and got to appreciate very warmly his many excellent traits. Believe me to be, Yours most sincerely, Percy S. Grant Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, Long Island. 12027Office of the Clerk Supreme Court, Territory of Arizona, Phoenix. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My Dear Colonel:- I returned this morning from a short stay in Chicago and vicinity; and while there I learned that Chicago would like to have the next Rough Rider's Reunion. On talking it over with W.D. Washburn, Esq., an old friend of mine and also of yours, he asked me to confer with Mayor Harrison concerning it. As a result, I have at hand a letter from Mr. Harrison inviting the Regiment to meet in Chicago next year. Mr. Washburn informed me that the Hamilton Club, of which you are an Honorary member, will extend a little invitation, and the Union League Club will take a hand in entertaining the boys. The political pot will, by that time, have begun to boil and it will be a grand opportunity to keep you prominently before the public, without the effort savoring of politics. I know your aversion to anything that will smack of a political scheme, but this occasion will be perfectly legitimate and the public will so consider it, and more especially since the Democratic Mayor invites you. Before advocating this, I desire to know your wishes concerning the reunion and have your approval of the plan. I am confident that the opportunity for your cause is such that you cannot well afford 12028 Office of the Clerk. Supreme Court, Territory of Arizona, Phoenix. WEBSTER STREET, Chief Justice, Phoenix, Arizona. GEO. R. DAVIS, Associate Justice, Tucson, Arizona. FLETCHER M. DOAN, Associate Justice, Florence, Arizona. RICHARD E. SLOAN, Associate Justice, Prescott, Arizona. THOMAS GRINDELL, Clerk, Phoenix, Arizona. Hon. T.R. -2- to overlook it. It will get your friends at work and help to secure for you the Illinois delegation in 1904. There is another thing I wish to speak of. It is currently reported that you have asked President McKinley, as a personal favor to yourself, to appoint Major James H. McClintock to the position of Secretary of Arizona. I am always desirous of assisting any members of the regiment in any way consistent with the general welfare of all, and I am sure you are; but this is a case where the public to be served will be injured rather than benefited. Major McClintock has absolutely no political standing in Arizona. During my six years residence here, I have never known him to be a delegate to any convention. He has no following whatever. One newspaper (a Democratic Daily), the Tuscon Citizen, and one only has advocated his appointment-and that only once- in an evidently inspired article. He can not lead forces for you to the National Convention. On the other hand, Chas. H. Akers, the present Secretary, is without doubt, the most popular man in the Territory. He has been delegate to the two last National Conventions; and, undoubtedly, will be in the next. If he is not reappointed, your friends in Arizona, who can be of assistance to you in the future, will be out. With the forces now in office we can surely send a delegation favorable to you in 1904. 12029Office of the Clerk. Supreme Court, Territory of Arizona, Phoenix. WEBSTER STREET, Chief Justice, Phoenix, Arizona. GEO. R. DAVIS, Associate Justice, Tucson, Arizona. FLETCHER M. DOAN, Associate Justice, Florence, Arizona. RICHARD E. SLOAN, Associate Justice, Prescott, Arizona. THOMAS GRINDELL, Clerk, Phoenix, Arizona. Hon. T.R. -3- I trust the report of your request is not founded in fact. Most earnestly yours, [*Thomas Grindell*] Seargt. Troop "C" R.R.R. [[shorthand notation]] 12030[[shorthand notation]]My boys say if you Should be uncle Ted thay Would be glad Sue Washington DC Meader's May 31st [*[1901]*] To Vice Presedent Rosevelt Charly and I have though We Would ask you if you did have some nice Verginey Place that we might get Dirt cheap and We Would Sell out our cozy little cottage and come to the beautiful South now I know how hard you have to work, but I have got a dear brother and if you should be my Old Ruff tell him I sent my love to him. Fare you Well- Mr and Mrs Chas Hayes Meaders N Y 12031 [*[5-31-01]*] Southport Conn. Hon Theodore Roosevelt Vice-President Oyster Bay, New York- Mr. President, The writer bears a letter of introduction from Sen. S. S. Slater to yourself If convenient, I would greatly value an interview at any time or place you may suggest. Respectfully Frederic Bulkeley Hyde May Thirty First nineteen hundred and one . [*12033*] [*shorthand*][[shorthand notation]] Spinnerstown- Pa., May 31-1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the U. S., My Dear Sir: Could you favor us with your presence and deliver an address at the third annual reunion of Reformed people and their friends to be held July 25" at Menlo Park, Perpasic, Pa.? These reunions - been under the auspice of The Reformed Church of the U. S., - are popular in character and are intended to quicken and deepen the social and religious life of the people. It is earnestly hoped by The Committee 12035that you may be enabled to give us an early and a favorable response. Yours very sincerely, Thos. H. Leinbach INTER-STATE CELEBRATION. One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Anniversary of American Independence And First Fourth of July in Twentieth Century. Wheeling, W.Va., May 31, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Washington, D.C. Dear Sir:- On behalf of the citizens' committee, appointed by the mayor, to arrange for a suitable celebration of the 125th Anniversary of American Independence, and the 1st Fourth of July of the new century, it is my pleasure to extend to you a most cordial invitation to be with us on that day, to participate in the exercises. The programme so far outlined calls for a public meeting, to be addressed by several prominent statesmen; this to be followed by a sham battle, "The Battle of San Juan," to be participated in by many veterans of the Spanish-American War, (some of whom were with you in Cuba,) assisted by portions of the National Guard of West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. A magnificent pyrotechnical display in the evening will wind up the day's exercises. We have already received assurance from Gov. White and staff, of this state, that they will be here; also the four congressmen from W. Va., two from Ohio and one from Pennsylvania. It will be an Inter-state celebration, and I can assure you, your presence here would be heartily appreciated, not only by the citizens of Wheeling and vicinity, but by those of Ohio and western Pennsylvania as well. 12037 H. V. ARKLE, CHAIRMAN. M. H. MCNABB, SECRETARY. INTER-STATE CELEBRATION. One Hundred and Twenty-fifth Anniversary of American Independence And First Fourth of July in Twentieth Century. Committee of Arrangements appointed by Mayor A. T. Sweeney- R. M. ARCHER, ALLEN B. SMITH, ARKLE. Wheeling, W. Va., Trusting you may see your way clear to accept this invitation, and be with us on the glorious Fourth, I beg to remain, Respectfully yours, [*M. H. McNabb Secy.*] 12038Cambridge Mass. May 31, 1901. Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt. Oyster Bay N.Y. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- The letter by which you honored me the other day was so extremely kind that I am most anxious, not to give you the possibility to believe that my reply was not sincere in every respect; and yet it might easily happen that Harvard rumors bring to you utterances from my side which might seem to stand in striking contrast with a remark in my letter to you. I am therefore asking the permission to explain to you a situation which is to me rather painful; I dislike to talk about it, but only a frank word can disburden me from the apparent contradictions. You wrote to me and an other Harvard Overseer gave me the same day exactly the same information - that the Overseers have voted to confer upon me the honorary degree and I answered as far as I remember, that I am "most sincerely grateful for the very great and fully unexpected honor." This seems insincere as you might easily hear that I have told all my friends here that I do not see an honor in that act at all and that to accept it means a real sacrifice from my side. The fact is that I understood all the previous informations to refer to an inten- -2- ded degree of LL.D. while President Eliot has now informed me that the degree which has been voted for me is that of A.M. - a possibility which, I am sorry to say, had not entered my mind at all. I am most fully convinced that the Corporation and you and all the other Overseers had the most friendly intention in offering me this pleasant display of genial estimation and that is the reason why I feel obliged not to refuse it, and I am further fully convinced that I certainly do not deserve the degree of LL.D. which is the traditional expression of honor for a really distinguished man. And yet I think and all my friends here think like me - that the choice of an A.M. was not an ideal one. It is a fact that I shall be the first Ph.D.-man who gets the honorary A.M. from Harvard. So far this second class degree has been given to business men, actors and other nonacademic gentlemen or to such academic teachers who had no higher degree at all, as Professor Bartlett and others. I have received my Ph.D. together with an A.M. fifteen years ago, received further the M.D. twelve years ago and have since that time published twelve scholarly books - to be put after that with emphasis into the second cabin of the ship can certainly not mean a real honor for me and I felt happier without it. But there is an other factor involved which makes me still more unwilling to welcome the procedure, and I mention it as it is in direct line with my paper on American Scholarship which 12040 -3- made you write your splendid letter. Do you not think that I deny by accepting the degree all the principles which I stood for in my paper and in all my previous addresses on educational subjects? My one point was always that Harvard is a place for a real scholar only in so far the University idea is realized in it, while the mere College Harvard is a good educational institution and a great social club but not a good educational institution and a great social club but not a background for scholarly thought. Now, if the A.M. degree means in my case anything at all, as it cannot mean after the Ph.D. scholarly distinction, it means a friendly reception into that social club of Harvard college; it means that I acknowledge that to be nine years full professor in Harvard University is not the real Harvard thing, but that I become a real Harvard man only after being welcomed in the Harvard College community. In short, I declare by that, that after all I consider the College as the greater thing than the University. I wrote in my paper "the schoolman reigns and the scholar is a stranger." What an illuminating illustration if Harvard gives in these two years only to two members of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences the honorary degree, last year the LL.D. to Professor Briggs who is the ideal schoolman without any interest in productive scholarship and this year to me who devotes all his life to scholarship the A.M. Do not misunderstand me as if I thought for a moment that I 12041-4- had merits which can be seriously compared with the most admirable and most perfect services of Professor Briggs or anyone else who received the real honorary degree. Besides that I am eight years younger than Professor Briggs. And I assure you; when I wrote to you in the belief that your announcement meant the LL.D. I did no think at all that I deserved it. Only I remembered that the University did me the unique honor to make me full professor with twenty-eight years and thus I thought carelessly that the University may overestimate me so absurdly once more, as the possibility of the A.M. did not come by chance to my mind. After some hesitation I have written today to President Eliot that I am ready to accept the proposed degree. I was afraid that an official refusal might give to someone the very wrong impression that I dared to believe me worthy of the LL.D., and secondly I do not like to refuse a gift which is offered in a friendly intention. But I thought sincerity on the one side and your kind interest in my thoughts on educational subjects make it my duty to speak to you a frank word after my misleading enthusiastic remark in my previous letter. Above all believe me that in spite of the theoretical disagreement as to the choice of the means I remain most sincerely grateful for the kind and generous intention which led you and the other members of the boards to the vote and in this unchanged feeling of gratitude I remain Yours very truly [illegible] [?????sterberg][shorthand notation]Atlanta, Ga., ,May 31st, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, New York. My dear Mr. Roosevelt:- I am extremely anxious to possess a copy of your great work on Oliver Cromwell, inscribed by the distinguished author, and I am therefore taking the liberty of forwarding by this mail my copy of the book, and I ask that you will kindly inscribe on the fly-leaf some short extract from the work, together with your name and the date, returning the book to my address. I have been very much interested in tracing your Georgia ancestry, as my own family is closely related to one branch of your family in Georgia. I have known the Dunwody family since childhood, this family, as you know, being closely related to the Bullochs, Mr. Charles Dunwody, I believe, having been one of the attendants at the marriage of your parents. It is particularly interesting, in view of the prominent part that you took in the Spanish-American war, to recall the fact that one of your uncles was with Semmes on the "Alabama" when she went down. Another uncle, I believe, acted as the agent of the Confederate government in England, through whom the famous ship was purchased. It is related of Maj. John Dunwody, who was a first cousin of 12043Hon. Theo. Roosevelt-2 your mother, that, when the walls of Chapultepec were scaled in the Mexican war, he was really the first man to reach the enemy's flag, but graciously stood aside to allow his superior officer to haul down the flag, and in this way the officer in question received all the glory. You will, therefore, see that you come by your fighting qualities honestly. Trusting that I am not asking too much, and thanking you for your courteous attention, I am, with assurances of high regard, Sincerely yours, [signature] J Retutting Return postage enclosed 12044[shorthand notation]Long Island City May 31,1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt Esq, Vice President United States of America Dear Sir Having had the honor of being appointed a notary public by you a few weeks after your installation as Govenor of our Empire State, and also the honor of meeting you persopnally being a member of the delegation which received you at Long Island City, prior to election; I beg leave to assume the livery of asking a favor which the present administaration controlsposition from the light house dep't. I am employed as wheelsman on 34th St. ferry, and have every facility for properly taking care of the position. Hopeing I have not assumed to great a liberty in addressing you on this subject I remain your obedient servant James Sarvis Jr. 174 Skillman Ave. Long Island City N. Y. There is a signal light in the East River, in midstream, opposite 38th St. City of N. Y. controlled by the light house dep't. This light is on what is called table rock, the lighthouse dep't. pays a man $25.00 a month to take care of this light, A man by the name of Patrick Whalen has this position at present, he is an enrolled democrat, and has opposition paying him $60 00/100 a month, and hires a man paying him $10.00 a month to look after this light. And I have been an enrolled Republican all my life and beg to ask you sir, for your influence, to obtain this 12046 Philadelphia, May 31st, 1901. To his Excellency, Mr. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice President of the United States Dear Sir: There will be in the Autumn a public meeting in Philadelphia, in the interest of Civil Service Reform, under the auspices of the Civil Service Reform Association, the Civic Club, the Municipal League, the New Century Club. The meeting will be held in the hope that a fair and reasonable discussion of the advantages of the Merit System, particularly as applied to the Municipality, may arouse the dormant interest in this city. The representatives of these allied Societies earnestly and respectfully ask that you will consent to be the principal speaker at this meeting. Your recognized position as a firm supporter of the Merit System, your practical experience in administrating the Civil Service laws of New York, and your great popularity among our citizens, will ensure a favorable hearing for the arguments in favor of this reform. Either November or December will be a suitable time, but we leave the exact date of the meeting to your convenience. Trusting that you will favorably consider this request, Respectfully yours, (Mrs.) Imogen B. Oakley 1117 WalnutStreet Chairman of Allied Committees. Anna H. Baird - Acting President of Civic Club.- Helen L. Murphy - President of The New Century Club Harry B. French, President of Municipal League R. Francis Wood, Chairman Executive Committee, Civil Service Reform Association. [*12047*][shorthand notation]JAC. BOKENFOHR. Pres. S. SEGARI. Vice-Pres. GEO. B. BOH. Treas. THOS. J. CLARK. Sec. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Uriah J. Virgin, Florist, Thos. J. Clark, Manufacturers Agent, S. Segari, Wholesale Commission, Louis Meyer, Merchant Drayman, Jac. Bokenfohr, Wholesale Produce, John Meyer, of Segari, Stich and Meyer, W. P. Brady, of J. C. Morris Co., Ltd. Geo. B. Boh, New Orleans, Robert W. Marshall, New Orleans EXCELSIOR OIL and SULPHER MINING CO. 415 NATCHEZ ST. New Orleans, May 31st 1901 Lands at SULPHUR. LA. Col Theo Roosevelt Oyster Bay L.I. Esteemed Commander - Pardon The oversight - I omitted the application flaw in yesterday's communication - Trusting that you will oblige your old "orderly" by filling out same I beg to remain Ever Your Humble Servant Harry S. Saucier "H." Troop [*12049*][shorthand notation]Montefiore, Home for Chronic Invalids, Grand Boulevard, 138th & 139th Streets, New York, May 31st, 1901. Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Vice-President of the United States, Oyster Bay, N.Y. My dear Sir:- Please permit me to express again, in my official capacity, on behalf of the Directors of Montefiore Home, our appreciation of your courtesy and kindness, which prompted you to assist in the dedicatory exercises of the Montefiore Home Country Sanitarium yesterday, and whereby so much (?) was bestowed upon the occasion. We shall ever remember your interest and encouragement in the labor or love which we endeavor to perform, and, assuring you of my personal high respect, I am, Most faithfully yours, [signature] [Jacob H. ?eluff] President. [shorthand] 12050TIFFANY & CO GOLD & SILVERSMITHS UNION SQUARE NEW YORK 31 May. 1901. My dear Colonel: - Your favor of even date is received and you may rely upon seeing as many of us as can be with you at the hour agreed upon. Very sincerely H. H. Treadwey 12051 Colonel Theodore RooseveltTIFFANY & CO GOLD & SILVERSMITHS UNION SQUARE NEW YORK 31 May. 1901. My dear Colonel: - Your favor of even date is received and you may rely upon seeing as many of us as can be with you at the hour agreed upon. Very sincerely H. H. Treadwey 12051 Colonel Theodore RooseveltState of Minnesota. Executive Department St. Paul. May 31 1901 Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y. My dear Mr. President:- By hard work I succeeded in landing the prize. I did well; had only seventy-five thousand less plurality than yourself and McKinley. As you know the conditions you will realize that under the circumstances it was a great victory. We are going to Buffalo in force to celebrate June 18 at Minnesota Bay. Your thousands of friends in this commonwealth would appreciate very much if you could meet with us for a few moments on that occasion. No doubt you will be at the Exposition many times, and if possible we would be greatly pleased to have you time your arrival so we may meet and greet you. Wishing you splendid success, I remain Yours cordially, [*S.R. Van Sant*] Governor State of Minnesota. [*12052*] Aberdeen Miss May 31st 1901. Dear Sir. I write you to Say I have read this Morning So Many Speeches from all over our Big Country. But the bet Speech was delivered by you on the dedication at Bedford Station I was so Much impressed with the Humanity it Contained. I had to tell you. I have allways had a high adimiration for you altho never seen you, I left New York in 1849. have lived South Since [*12053*] Was here, time of the troubles did not fight against "Flag." have voted for Every Republican President Since summer? hope to live to vote for you for President. I am Scotch Irish Born. Very Respectfully J. W. Wolseon[*[May 31, 1901]*] Stapleton S. I. New York P.O. [* To Chf. Div. Action.................... JUN 6 1901 COMMISSION*] Hon. Theo. Roosevelt. Dear Sir. I take the liberty in addressing you, relative to securing a Pension. I joined the U. S. Army at Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1882 and received an honorable discharge in 1898, in the same city. At the breaking out of the American-Spanish war, I enlisted in Troop H. 25th Battery, 10th Cavalry and received an honorable discharge when the war ended, at "Fort Wadsworth, New York. I respectfully ask, if I am not entitled to one, for such service. I am a poor man and cannot afford the services of a lawyer. You will probably remember my Troop as I was one of those that had [*12054*]the honor of helping to recuse you. I am even unable to secure employment in government service because I do not belong to the "Democratic" party. If you can find the time and have the inclination, I should be highly honored by receiving any information you may send me. I have the honor to remain Your Obt. Servant, Charles Williams Dated Stapleton. S. I. May 31st 1901. 12055[For enc see 5-31-01]#44 Smith St., Atlanta Ga., May 31, 1901 Colonel Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N.Y. Honored Sir:- Allow me to present to you the photograph of the finest boy in all Christendom named for the finest man in his father's and auntie's opinion, of the twentieth century-Colonel Theodore Roosevelt. Young "Teddy's" father has for several years been a trusted employee at the Atlanta Post Office and has always been a great admirer and firm supporter of Colonel Roosevelt, both in his career as one of Uncle Sam's noblest defenders and in his present and hopes that his next title will be the highest in the land, that of President of the United States of America. "Teddy's" auntie can find no better example of manhood to set before him than the great and well-beloved "Teddy", our vice-president. Can you not wish him as great a career as your own? Very sincerely yours, Clara Wynne [shorthand] 12056Walt Whitman Fellowship Papers: Seventh Year: 3 Philadelphia, May, 1901 CONCERNING THE CONVENTION AT NEW YORK: May 31, 1901 At the annual meeting of the Fellowship, held in Philadelphia, 1900, the suggestion that the next convention should go to New York was unanimously endorsed. In accordance with the vote so taken a committee of New York members, cooperating with the President and Secretary of the International Fellowship, is preparing a program. That committee is thus constituted: Isaac Hull Platt, President, 30 West Seventy-First Street; Horace Traubel, Secretary, Camden, New Jersey; Mary B. Talmage, 441 Park Ave.' John H. Johnston, 18 John Street; John Miley, 30 West Seventy-First Street. Rooms have been engaged in the Hotel St. Denis, Eleventh Street and Broadway, for the several sessions of the convention--one to be at three, afternoon, devoted to addresses, readings and songs (these on Whitman themes); one at five-thirty or six, for the transaction of routine business; one at seven, which includes the dinner (the costs of which will be one dollar and fifty cents each guest) and any informal speeches obviously not provided in for the afternoon program. We hope it may be made plain to those not formally allied with the Fellowship that its meetings are invariably opened freely to all, the obvious limitation being in the right to vote. It is also desired that suggestions should be made to the Committee with the object of enabling it to perfect a program as comprehensive as possible. Members receiving this notice will find accompanying it an envelope marked "Ballot." It is requested that mem- (7) [*12058*] 14 /75 3-550 -------------------- CONGRESSIONAL. ------------- [* Chf._____Div. JUN 6, 1901 Commissioner.*] NAME OF CLAIMANT: Charles Williams P. O. Stapleton Staten Island NY NAME OF SOLDIER: Charles Williams Co. H. 25 N. Battery 10th Cav. What should be said to sender of attached [*To Chf. U.W.D.N. Div. status to cet Jun 6 1901 Commissioner*] through the Vice President by letter through this desk. N Theodore Roosevelt VP Oyster Bay NY These slips are exclusively for the use of Senators in Congress, and when used by any other person will not receive consideration. Senators will greatly aid the Bureau of Pensions in giving them an early answer, if they will fill and use these slips in making calls in pension cases. HClayEvans Commissioner. 6-825 [*12057*]Walt Whitman Fellowship Papers: Seventh Year: 3 Philadelphia, May, 1901 CONCERNING THE CONVENTION AT NEW YORK: MAY 31, 1901 At the annual meeting of the Fellowship, held in Philadelphia, 1900, the suggestion that the next convention should go to New York was unanimously endorsed. In accordance with the vote so taken a committee of New York members, cooperating with the President and Secretary of the International Fellowship, is preparing a program. That committee is thus constituted: Isaac Hull Platt, President, 30 West Seventy-First Street; Horace Traubel, Secretary, Camden, New Jersey; Mary B. Talmage, 441 Park Ave.; John H. Johnston, 18 John Street; John Miley, 30 West Seventy-First Street. Rooms have been engaged in the Hotel St. Denis, Eleventh Street and Broadway, for the several sessions of the convention - one to be at three, afternoon, devoted to addresses, readings and songs (these on Whitman themes); one at five-thirty or six, for the transaction of routine business; one at seven, which includes the dinner (the costs of which will be one dollar and fifty cents each guest) and any informal speeches obviously not provided in for the afternoon program. We hope it may be made plain to those not formally allied with the Fellowship that is meetings are invariably opened freely to all, the obvious limitation being in the right to vote. It is also desired that suggestions should be made to the Committee with the object of enabling it to perfect a program as comprehensive as possible. Members receiving this notice will find accompanying it an envelope marked "Ballot." It is requested that mem- (7)[Enc in Johnston 5-13-01] 8 Walt Whitman Fellowship Papers bers should communicate with the Fellowship in expression of their preferences for a new Council, which is annually elected always by this method. The ballots are opened by tellers appointed at the convention. It is urged that the friendly hands into which this notice may fall should give it the widest currency. Those who design being present at the dinner should notify the Secretary or some member of the committee in writing to that effect. A Paper setting forth the program will appear at the last moment preceding the 31st. This will insure its accuracy.