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Rainsford, W. S. (William Stephen), 1850-1933

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Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

W. S. Rainsford knows that this is a busy time for President Roosevelt, and hopes that his letters do not seem “cocksure.” He advises Roosevelt to never send Kermit Roosevelt out hunting with only one gunbearer, because conditions can become dangerous very suddenly. Rainsford describes several life-threatening situations he faced in Africa, and offers advice on shooting techniques for both rifles and cameras. He would like to meet before Roosevelt’s departure, but his health will not permit this.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-05

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

W. S. Rainsford will leave his guns in Africa for President Roosevelt to use. Rainsford offers recommendations on what kinds of guns and ammunition to use on Roosevelt’s upcoming trip to Africa, cautions Roosevelt on the use and care of telescopes for the rifles, and provides advice on hunting and travel around Africa.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-01-27

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

W. S. Rainsford advises President Roosevelt on several details regarding his upcoming African safari. Rainsford believes Roosevelt will become fast friends with R. J. Cunninghame, with whom he has had the chance to spend some time with recently. He also mentions some of the dangers Roosevelt may face, and cites several casualties that have occurred since he has been in Africa.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-12-25

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

W. S. Rainsford offers President Roosevelt advice about his upcoming trip to Africa. In particular, he advises Roosevelt not to engage William C. Judd as a guide for his son Kermit. Rainsford had a bad experience with Judd as his guide. He also advises Roosevelt about good hunting rifles and the precautions to take in hot weather. He tells Roosevelt to follow the advice of Frederick John Jackson, lieutenant-governor of British East Africa. Item includes a handwritten letter and a typed transcription.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-19

Letter from W.S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from W.S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Reverend Rainsford assures President Roosevelt that Lieutenant-Governor of the East African Protectorate Frederick John Jackson will be an excellent source of information during Roosevelt’s safari. Rainsford advises Roosevelt on rifle types and hunting guides, and offers to be of service if Roosevelt needs assistance with additional supplies. Includes both handwritten and typed copies.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-17

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

Revered W. S. Rainsford has been on a speaking tour of Midwestern and Western universities. He proffers some broad political advice. He claims that God placed President Roosevelt in his position and that he has the support of young men in the country. Those around Roosevelt are political men, and he needs to transcend the politics to lead in a moral way. A recent speech did not go directly to the point, according to Rainsford, disappointing him and others who expected more.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12-23