McIlhenny, John A. Collection, 1889-1940 (bulk 1901-1912). 2.5 linear ft., 2 printed volumes, 1 oil painting. Location: T:100; OS:M; Vault:84, 98; Art Coll:HA16A. Son of Tabasco sauce inventor Edmund McIlhenny, Louisiana Legislature state senator and representative, member of Theodore Roosevelt's Rough Riders, and friend of Theodore and Edith K. Roosevelt. Collection consists of materials that document the friendship between John A. McIlhenny and the Roosevelts and McIlhenny's involvement with the Rough Riders, including correspondence, printed materials, photographic items, artwork, and artifacts. Mss. 4746.