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Theodore Roosevelt is born
October 27, 1858, Manhattan, New York City, NY Quotes Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing. Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing. -
Yosemite under Federal Control
Congress creates Yosemite National Park, home of such natural wonders as Half Dome and the giant sequoia trees. Environmental trailblazer John Muir(1838-1914)and his colleagues campaigned for the congressional action, which was signed into law by President Benjamin Harrison and paved the way for generations of hikers, campers and nature lovers, along with countless “Don’t Feed the Bears” signs. "Yosemite National Park Established." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Returns from the Spanish-American War as a hero
Roosevelt served gallantly during this brief conflict, which lasted from May to July, 1898. An eager Roosevelt resigned his post of Assistant Secretary of the Navy and petitioned Secretary of War Alger to allow him to form a volunteer regiment. Although he had three years of experience as a captain with the National Guard. United States. National Park Service."T. R. the Rough Rider: Hero of the Spanish American War."National Parks Service. U.S Department of the Interior, n.d Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Named President when McKinley is assassinated
The 25th President of the United States, William McKinley, was shot and fatally wounded on September 6, 1901, inside the Temple of Music on the grounds of the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley was shaking hands with the public when he was shot by Leon Czolgosz, an anarchist "Assassination of William McKinley." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Pelican Island
Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge is a United States National Wildlife Refuge located just off the western coast of Orchid Island. The refuge consists of a 3-acre island that includes an additional 2.5 acres of surrounding water and is located off the east coast of Florida of the Indian River Lagoon. Established by an executive order of President Theodore Roosevelt on March 14, 1903. "Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Elkins Act passed
The Elkins Act of 1903 was named for Senator Stephen B. Elkins of West Virginia. Championed by the Pennsylvania Railroad as a way to end the practice of rebates. Urged by the Pennsylvania Railroad, Elkins placed the bill bearing his name before the Senate in early 1902 and it passed in February 1903, moving unanimously out of the Senate and passing by a 250 to 6 vote in the House. "Elkins Act." TR Center. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Wins first full term as President
Held on Tuesday, November 8, 1904.Theodore Roosevelt, having succeeded to the presidency upon the assassination of William McKinley in September 1901, was elected to a term in his own right. During the election campaign, Republicans emphasized Roosevelt's success in foreign affairs and his record of firmness against monopolies. "United States Presidential Election, 1904." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Passage of Pure Food And Drug Act
The Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 was the first of a series of significant consumer protection laws enacted by Congress in the 20th century and led to the creation of the Food and Drug Administration. Its main purpose was to ban foreign and interstate traffic in adulterated or mislabeled food and drug products, and it directed the U.S. Bureau of Chemistry to inspect products and refer offenders to prosecutors. "Pure Food and Drug Act." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Devils Tower
Devils Tower National Monument, a unique , is a modern day national park and climbers' challenge. Devils Tower sits across the state line in northeast Wyoming. The Tower is a solitary, stump-shaped granite formation that looms 1,267 feet above the tree-lined Belle Fourche River Valley, like a skyscraper in the country. "Devils Tower National Monument | Black Hills & Badlands - South Dakota." Devils Tower National Monument | Black Hills & Badlands - South Dakota. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Runs for presidency, unsuccessfully for Bull-Moose Party
The Progressive platform called for the direct election of U.S senators, woman suffrage, reduction of the tariff, and many social reforms. Roosevelt, who served as the 26th president of the United States from 1901 to 1909. A key point of his platform was the “Square Deal”–Roosevelt’s concept of a society based on fair business competition and increased welfare for needy Americans. "Teddy Roosevelt Nominated as Bull Moose Candidate." History.com. A&E Television Networks, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Leaves presidency, visits Africa
In 1904 he had become President by law after William McKinley's death, and there was no legal restriction against his running for a third term. ( the Twenty-second Amendment had not yet been passed). Precedence, however, dictated against Roosevelt running again. No single president had ever served more than two terms in office, and Roosevelt believed that tradition should not be broken. SparkNotes. SparkNotes, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016. -
Energy crisis
The environmental movement has been accused of having major responsibility for the nation's energy crisis. This paper is intended to discuss the causes of the difficult energy situation we face, the effect of the nation's environmental program on energy supplies, the action EPA has taken to deal with the crisis, and EPA's stance on pertinent energy/environmental issues. "EPA's Position on the Energy Crisis." EPA. Environmental Protection Agency, n.d. Web. 26 Sept. 2016.
