Warren G. Harding letter to Myron T. Herrick, January 12, 1920

In this letter dated January 12, 1920, Senator Warren G. Harding writes to former Ohio governor Myron T. Herrick in response to his letter of January 9. Harding assures Herrick that any issues among the Ohio Republican Party can be resolved and there will be harmony in the Party again. 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.January 12, 1920 Col. Myron T Herrick, Cleveland, Ohio My dear Col. Herrick: Permit me to gratefully acknowledge the pleasing letter you address to me under date of January 9th. Inasmuch as this note of acknowledgement will probably have to follow you to California, I shall not take time now to write in detail. I am pleased at what you say therein and have no doubt there is perfect understanding and I feel wholly confident that the harmony of endeavor can be effected. It is very gratifying to know that your suggestions to Mr. Hays have been carried out. I think the situation will all have been cleared up by the time this note reaches you. I hope you have a pleasant and a helpful vacation. Very sincerely yours,