Letter from George Turner to Theodore Roosevelt
George Turner offers to host Theodore Roosevelt at his house during his upcoming trip to Spokane.
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Library of Congress Manuscript Division
Creation Date
1911-02-07
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George Turner offers to host Theodore Roosevelt at his house during his upcoming trip to Spokane.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-07
George Turner sends thanks to President Roosevelt in receipt of his congratulatory note, likely regarding the success of the Alaskan Boundary Tribunal. Turner will convene with Congress in Washington, D.C., and hopes to dine with Roosevelt at the White House. General Foster will report to Roosevelt with details regarding the award at London.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-10-30
George Turner argues that Prime Minister Laurier is holding an untenable position regarding the border between Canada and Alaska. One of Laurier’s speeches from 1901 clearly opposes his current position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-31
George Turner explains the extent of his connections to Thomas Shaughnessy and the Canadian Pacific Railway. He makes this statement in response to President Roosevelt’s interest in placing him on the Canadian Boundary Commission.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-03