Warren G. Harding letter to Major Thomas E. Andrews, November 7, 1919

In this letter dated November 7, 1919, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to Major Thomas E. Andrews congratulating him on his recent election as the chief executive officer of the City of Marion, Harding's hometown. 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.November 7, 1919 Major Thomas E. Andrews, Marion, Ohio. My dear Major Andrews: For the first time we have news this morning of your triumphant election as the chief executive officer of the City of Marion. We searched the metropolitan press in all directions for the election results at Marion but received no information until the home papers came this morning. I can not tell you how much gratified I am over your victory. I know you will give Marion a most excellent administration. Please know that I shall, personally, be glad to be of any assistance which it is ever within my power to give to you. More than that, you can always count upon the very cordial support of the Star. Very truly yours,