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Warren G. Harding letter to J. E. Lehew, March 22, 1920
No full textDated March 22, 1920, this is a letter from Senator Warren G. Harding to J. E. Lehew of Uhrichsville, Ohio, in response to an earlier letter regarding an anti-Harding poster distributed by a local railroad workers organization. Harding appreciates Lehew's expressed concern, but does not believe that the organization's sentiments will take hold in the area, as Harding states that during his senatorship he has supported laws that favor their interests.
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 Gus J. Karger, January 21, 1921
No full textIn this letter dated January 21, 1921, President-elect Warren G. Harding writes to Gus J. Karger of the Cincinnati Times Star in response to his letter of January 15, in which he makes suggestions on how Harding should interact with the press and best practices for published material related to his work. Harding thanks him for these practical suggestions and would like to meet with him to discuss how to put these protocols into policy.
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 Paul J. Jones, February 18, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated February 18, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to Paul J. Jones of Youngstown, Ohio, in response to his letter of February 11. Jones initially contacted Harding about a divide in Republican politics in northeastern Ohio, and Harding explains that he hoped to resolve its causes at a conference where representatives from each county in Jones' district would agree to compile a "harmony slate." He hopes to see Jones during his upcoming visit to Columbus, Ohio.
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 George J. Mendelsohn, February 18, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated February 18, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to George J. Mendelsohn in response to his letter of February 10. Harding agrees with Mendelsohn's thoughts on former Secretary of the Treasury William G. McAdoo being a frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination, as well as Governor Edwards' wet campaign preventing his nomination. However, he believes Mendelsohn underestimates the merits of General Leonard Wood, Harding's major competitor for the Republican presidential nomination. In addition, Harding likes his suggestion about reprinting foreign news matters, but believes this measure is better suited for later in the campaign.
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
J. Nery letter to Warren G. Harding, February 11, 1920
No full textIn this letter dated February 11, 1920, J. Nery of New York writes to Senator Warren G. Harding to support Harding's presidential campaign and provide insights into the candidacy of Republican General Leonard Wood. Although Wood has strong support in Cincinnati and other parts of Ohio, Nery believes that this support is manufactured and will fade away, resulting in Harding winning the nomination. In his talks with businessmen, Harding looks to be the safe choice and Nery suggests this will win Harding the election.
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 J. A. Campbell, February 22, 1921
No full textIn this letter dated February 22, 1921, President-elect Warren G. Harding writes to J. A. Campbell in response to his letter of February 19, in which he shares his thoughts on the appropriate qualifications for Harding's Secretary of Labor appointee. Harding tells Campbell that he hopes to appoint someone who will work for all Americans and operate on a middle ground between labor organizers and capitalistic-minded Americans. Although organized labor accounts for a small portion of the work force, Harding acknowledges they have a voice to incite change, and hopes to use their influence to stabilize the republic.
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 J. D. Brannan, January 31, 1921
No full textIn this letter dated January 31, 1921, President-elect Warren G. Harding writes to J. D. Brannan at Harvard University Law School in response to his letter of January 24, in which he recommends Elihu Root, Charles Evans Hughes, Leonard Wood, and Herbert Hoover as cabinet members. He thanks Brannan for his suggestions, and states he will work around those Senators who might oppose his cabinet choices.
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
J. W. Vandervort introducing Warren G. Harding, September 24, 1920
No full textJ. W. Vandervort introduces Senator Warren G. Harding to West Virginia's delegation in Harding's hometown Marion, Ohio. Vandervort praises Harding and pledges West Virginia's support as a neighboring state, citing its dedication to democracy and freedom. He believes Harding can lead the nation from its troubled state after World War I to a new independence.
This document 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
J. E. Lehew letter to Warren G. Harding, March 1920
No full textIn this letter dated March 1920, J. E. Lehew of Uhrichsville Board of Trade writes to Senator Warren G. Harding in regards to an anti-Harding poster distributed by a railroad organization, with the hope that Harding can somehow counteract the bad publicity.
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 Michael J. Hallinan, September 13, 1920
No full textDated September 13, 1920, this letter is from Senator Warren G. Harding to Michael J. Hallinan from Brockton, Massachusetts, in response to his letter of September 9. The writer comments on the 150 men who signed a document stating their opposition to President Wilson's League of Nations, and states that the Massachusetts branch of the American Federation of Labor also opposed the League of Nations, emphasizing that laborers' first priority is their nation. This letter is a draft, with many sentences crossed out and handwritten revisions in the margins.
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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