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Florence K. Harding letter to Calvin Coolidge, November 9, 1923
No full textIn this letter dated November 9, 1923, former first lady Florence K. Harding thanks President Calvin Coolidge for his sympathy and friendship as she grieves for her husband, and former president, Warren G. Harding, and the wreath he and Mrs. Coolidge sent for his birthday. President Harding suffered a heart attack while touring the western United States, and he died on August 2, 1923, at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. Harding letter to Rudolph K. Hynicka, May 8, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated May 8, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to Rudolph K. Hynicka, Cincinnati politician and the Ohio representative for the Republican National Committee, in response to his letter of May 4. Harding declines Hynicka's invitation to an early meeting of the Ohio Republican Delegation to the Republican National Convention, as he believes it will only further the factions within the Party, rather than create harmony.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. Harding letter to A. R. Johnson, May 17, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated May 17, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to A. R. Johnson of Ironton, Ohio, in response to his letter of May 13. Harding states that Colonel Herrick supports his candidacy, and has been trying to get a sense of his political leanings. He met with Rudolph K. Hynicka, Cincinnati politician and the Ohio representative for the Republican National Committee, during which he proposed a conference between the two, as well as other interested politicians and political insiders, to discuss the Republican situation in Ohio in respect to backing a presidential candidate. Johnson suggested that Harding do away with his campaign manager Harry Daugherty, but Harding claims his devotion has been unwavering thus far. Harding hopes Johnson can attend the upcoming conference.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. Harding letter to Clifford K. Berryman, January 14, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated January 14, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to Clifford K. Berryman, a political cartoonist at The Evening Star, thanking him for his holiday greetings and New Year's wishes. Berryman sent Harding a cartoon showing his famous teddy bear holding a document called "Warren G. Harding's statement of where he stands on all American Questions of the day" with the caption "That is what I call real American stuff!" In his letter, Harding acknowledges his common criticism that it's hard to determine where he stands on political issues because he never publicly states his stance on controversial topics. Clifford Kennedy Berryman was the most famous political cartoonist in Washington D.C. in the early 20th century. He first worked for the Washington Post, and joined the staff at The Evening Star in 1907, where he worked until his death in 1949.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. Harding letter to Rudolph K. Hynicka, May 18, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated May 18, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to Rudolph Hynicka, Cincinnati politician and the Ohio representative for the Republican National Committee, in response to his letter to May 17. Harding discusses the Ohio plan for the Republican National Convention in June, particularly the organization of the Ohio delegation. He is concerned with establishing and maintaining party unity, and inquires about a conference to discuss factions within the party, largely instigated by Hynicka and other Cincinnati politicians.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Rudolph K. Hynicka letter to Warren G. Harding, May 6, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated May 6, 1920, Rudolph K. Hynicka, Cincinnati politician and the Ohio representative for the Republican National Committee, writes to Senator Warren G. Harding. Hynicka informs Harding that he will be embarking on a trip west soon, but would like to help Harding in any way he can. In recognizing the division and unease within the Republican Party, Hynicka offers to help to bring together opposing groups within the Ohio Republican Party to ensure its success.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. Harding letter to Myron T. Herrick, January 3, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated January 3, 1920 (mistyped as 1919), Senator Warren G. Harding writes to former Ohio Governor Myron T. Herrick in response to his earlier letters from December 1920. Harding discusses the Republican political situation in Ohio, the party divided over supporting the various presidential candidates, predominantly General Leonard Wood, who had much support in Cincinnati, particularly from Rudolph K. Hynicka and William C. Procter. A Mr. Hanna in Cleveland switched his support from the late Colonel Roosevelt to Wood without consulting with Harding as promised. Harding supports Herrick's nomination for delegate-at-large to the Republican National Convention. Despite widespread factionalism throughout the party, Harding believes that Republicans will soon be working together for the betterment of the nation.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. Harding letter to Octavia Batch, February 9, 1921
No full textIn this letter dated February 9, 1921, President-elect Warren G. Harding writes to Octavia Batch to give his condolences in regards to the death of her husband, and his friend, Major Franklin O. Batch, a Civil War veteran who fought in the 42nd Infantry Regiment, Company K.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
Warren G. and Florence K. Harding photograph
No full textThis photograph shows President Warren G. Harding and his wife, Florence Kling Harding on board the U.S.S. Henderson during their trip to Alaska.
Warren G. Harding, the 29th President of the United States (1921-1923), was born in Blooming Grove, Ohio, in 1865. At age 14, Harding attended Ohio Central College in Iberia, Ohio, where he edited the campus newspaper and became an accomplished public speaker. He married Florence Kling de Wolfe in 1891, and embarked on his political career in 1900 by winning a seat in the Ohio legislature. After serving two terms as an Ohio Senator, Harding served as Lieutenant Governor in 1904 for two years before returning to the newspaper business. Although he lost the 1910 gubernatorial race, Harding was elected to the U.S. Senate in 1914. Political insider Harry Daugherty promoted Harding for the Republican presidential nomination in 1920. His front porch campaign was centered on speeches given from his home in Marion, Ohio, pledging to return the country to “normalcy” in this post World War I era. Harding easily won the election, gaining 61 percent of the popular vote.
In June 1923, President Warren G. Harding and First Lady Florence Harding embarked on an ambitious journey across the United States. Called the “Voyage of Understanding,” the historic trip included the first visit of a sitting president to the U.S. territory of Alaska, as well as the first international visit of an American president to Canada. Along the way, Harding paused at iconic American landmarks and natural wonders including the Old Faithful geyser at Yellowstone National Park, and the Navajo Sandstone cliffs of Zion National Park. He met with people from many states including Kansas, Utah, Montana, Idaho, and Oregon. The voyage also marked the final weeks of Harding’s life; before he could complete his return to Washington, the president suddenly died from a heart attack
Warren G. Harding letter to Carmi A. Thompson, December 23, 1919
No full textIn this letter dated December 23, 1919, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to Carmi A. Thompson of Cleveland, Ohio, in response to his letter of December 15, in which Thompson shares a conversation he had with former Ohio Governor Myron T. Herrick. Harding agrees with Thompson's assessment of Herrick's desire to make things amicable within the Republican Party, but believes Herrick is more tied up with General Leonard Wood than Thompson perceived. He mentions an upcoming meeting with Colonel William Cooper Procter and Rudolph K. Hynicka, both prominent Republican leaders in Ohio, and claims he has no objection to Wood being the Party's second choice for presidential nominee.
This letter is part of the Warren G. Harding Papers (MSS 345). This collection includes correspondence, business records, and other materials documenting Harding’s business career as owner and editor-in-chief of The Daily Marion Star, as well as the various stages of his political career. A significant portion of the collection, and what’s available on Ohio Memory, highlights his 1920 presidential campaign, spanning just before publicly announcing his candidacy to handily defeating Ohio Governor James M. Cox in the election. Correspondents include both Ohio and national businessmen, political figures, and ordinary citizens writing with questions, support, congratulatory notes, and campaign advice. Some of the most interesting insights into the tumultuous political climate in the U.S., the extreme factionalism within the Republican Party in Ohio, and Harding’s campaign strategies are described in letters between Harding and his campaign manager, Harry M. Daugherty. Some of the topics addressed include women’s suffrage, Prohibition, the League of Nations, African American representation and issues, and lingering peace negotiations following World War I
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