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Birth
Theodore Roosevelt Jr. born on October 27, 1858 in New York City -
Assassination of President McKinley
President William McKinley was assassinated leaving Vice President Teddy Roosevelt next in line for President. He was the 26th President of the US. -
Coal Strike
Miners left work demanding higher pay and 8 hour work days. They were supported by Roosevelt and went back to work in October after they won 10% more pay and 9 hour days. -
Pelican Island
Was named the National Wildlife Refuge by Roosevelt. The island kept birds from extinction during bird hunting. -
Elkins Act
Signed by Roosevelt in 1903. The act made it illegal to impose rebates for customers. -
Wins Presidency
Roosevelt wins election against Democratic candidate Alton Parker. -
Devils Tower
Named first monument after Roosevelt signed act that allowed land to be claimed historical. -
Passage of Pure Food and Drug Act
Passed to protect people from food or medicine mixed with harmful substances. Inspections began -
Yosemite
When Roosevelt passed the Antiquities Act the Yosemite was turned into federal land -
Visits Africa
Travels to Africa for hunting. Brings back thousands of animal specimens. -
Bull-Moose Party
Roosevelt creates the party after losing the Republican election, it was considered a third party. The goal was for progressive reforms
