ALS, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8, The Kenmore letterhead, December 28, 1883. Letter to fellow New York Assemblyman Philip Garbutt, soliciting his support as a candidate for Speaker of the Assembly. In full: "I have not seen you since we met that night when you so kindly drove me over to the station; but I hope soon to see you in person. I write you now to say that my chances are looking admirably; and indeed I think I can honestly say they are better than those of any other candidate. I know of you well and am anxious to be supported by such men as you are; and if you can make up your mind to come out in my favor I do not think you will make a mistake, and I shall be more than obliged." In very good to fine condition, with toning and staining along the edges. Roosevelt served in the New York State Assembly from 1882-1884, becoming Minority Leader in 1883. With Republican success in his final election year, Roosevelt expected to be named Speaker of the Assembly. However, his hopes were unexpectedly dashed by a coalition of conservative Republicans and lobbyists who united to select someone more conservative.
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