The series contains original affidavits of registration that record personal information about each registrant, their photograph affixed to the majority of documents, and the registrants fingerprints. All of these are specific to Kansas, and most have the actual documents attached.
Edward J. Brauer, born on March 3, 1880, in St. Louis, serves as secretary of the Brauer Brothers Manufacturing Company, which specializes in ladies’ fine shoes and sporting goods. He co-founded the business with his brother, Arthur J. Brauer, contributing to its significant growth. Brauer, who also presides over the Surety Manufacturing Company, married Ada P. Chamberlin in 1911, and they have two children. An independent political thinker, he is active in local organizations promoting St. Louis’s development.
Arthur J. Brauer, born on July 6, 1876, in St. Louis, leads the Brauer Brothers Manufacturing Company, a significant contributor to the city’s industry. He began his career in saddlery, taking over his father’s business and, with minimal capital, established his own leather and sporting goods company in 1898. Under his leadership, the firm grew significantly, employing over four hundred people and expanding its international reach. In addition to his business endeavors, Brauer is active in community service and holds various civic positions, exemplifying a successful American businessman.
The compiled military service records of 1,235 Rough Riders, including Theodore Roosevelt, have been digitized. Each record features individual jackets detailing the soldier’s name, organization, rank, and medical records. The records also contain personal information and documentation descriptions. Discharges occurred for various reasons, such as age, ability, discipline issues, or hardship. This initiative provides significant insights into the personnel of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry during the Spanish-American War.