Buxton, Edward North, 1840-1924

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt asks Edward North Buxton to procure the list of his provisions from Lawn and Alder, and to add whatever Buxton thinks is necessary. He trusts Buxton’s judgment. He also discusses his rifle preferences, but yields to Buxton’s recommendation for what rifle will be best for hunting in Africa. He is pleased that he was asked to deliver the Romanes Lecture at Oxford, which gives him a good excuse to go to England and see old friends there.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-31

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt asks Edward North Buxton if it is possible for the same firm that made his boots to make a pair of mosquito boots for himself and his son Kermit. Buxton should get a list of the provisions that Lawn and Alder are providing for Roosevelt, and has permission to make changes. Alfred E. Pease’s description of his ranch is very tempting for Roosevelt, and he is excited to hunt there. Roosevelt is trying to minimize the loss of ammunition that he is having shipped for the hunt, and will try to think of the safari as a holiday.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-07

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

Now that President Roosevelt understands the situation regarding the reserves in Africa, he tells Edward North Buxton that he does not intend to go into them unless other public officers are allowed. He does wonder if he would be allowed to shoot certain protected specimens for the National Museum. He discusses the timeline of his trip through British East Africa and up the Nile. Finally, Roosevelt further ponders Frederick Courteney Selous’s suggestion that he hire a white man like William C. Judd to manage his caravan while he hunts. He asks Buxton to speak with Selous about it and then provide his thoughts on the matter.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-12

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt discusses various matters regarding provisions, hunting rifles, and ammunition for his upcoming African safari. He would like them to be sent to Mombasa and Alfred E. Pease’s ranch for him to pick up when he arrives. Roosevelt informs Edward North Buxton that he has decided to take Frederick Courteney Selous’s advice and hire a white man to manage his caravan; this will allow Roosevelt to focus on hunting and not on the logistics of the caravan. While Roosevelt and his son Kermit are staying with Pease, the manager and taxidermists and naturalists that are coming along can stay nearby. Roosevelt discusses the areas he would like to hunt and the animals that he hopes to shoot.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-12

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt discusses the naturalists and taxidermists, including Edgar Alexander Mearns, who will accompany him on his African safari. He assures Edward North Buxton that he will make it clear that neither the white safari guide, nor the other white naturalists on the trip will do any hunting. He and Kermit will be the only two guns. He hopes that if they can get some samples close to the railway lines, the naturalists can take the trophies to Nairobi and preserve them there, while Roosevelt and Kermit take a longer trip, similar to J. H. Patterson’s, by themselves. Roosevelt is concerned that he will not be in good enough physical condition to have a successful trip.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-23

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt is pleased that following a successful election in the United States, he can leave for his African safari with “a clear conscience and an easy heart.” Roosevelt questions Edward North Buxton at length about the specifications of the hunting rifles and ammunition he should use on the trip. He would like to avoid having a rifle sent over for him to try if it is possible, because he wants to avoid paying a heavy duty on it. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-01

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt compares his opinions on hunting rifles and ammunition with opinions previously expressed by Edward North Buxton. Roosevelt sends measurements of his head so that Buxton can order a pith helmet, asks for Zeiss glass, and thanks Buxton for ordering canvas camp shoes directly to Mombasa. He mentions his mosquito boots being too small but intends to keep them and order two more pairs for longer feet.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-12-26

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt questions Edward North Buxton about whether or not he should bring a gun for close-range shooting. He clarifies his decision to hire an Englishman to manage his caravan, and his choice of hunting guides for himself and his son Kermit. He hopes that he will be able to get permission to visit game reserves in British East Africa to shoot specimens for the National Museum, but he does not want special privileges that would not be extended to others. He plans to start his hunt at Alfred E. Pease’s ranch, and wants to know if it will be possible to keep the press away. He notes that his son Ted will be starting his new job while he and Kermit are hunting.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-10

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt writes to Edward North Buxton about his upcoming safari, including details about the outfitting of his trip, as well as his travel plans. Roosevelt will accept Alfred E. Pease’s invitation to visit his ranch to begin his journey and get acclimated. He then plans to make several trips from the railway to get into good game-country. Roosevelt plans to get Kermit Roosevelt a camera to do photography on the trip, and hopes to have a couple field taxidermists accompany him as well, as the trip will have a naturalist purpose behind it.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-06-25

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt writes Edward North Buxton about several points regarding his upcoming safari in Africa. In particular, he discusses what to use to boil water, his physical condition and skill with a rifle, and whether or not it is a good idea to bring his son Kermit with him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-01-05

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt thanks Edward North Buxton for being willing to go see Lord Crewe. He assures Buxton that he and his son Kermit will be the only two in the safari party who are shooting, and they will largely only shoot animals for the National Museum. They may bring back only a dozen personal trophies between the two of them. Roosevelt discusses his itinerary for the trip, and lists all of the animals he hopes to shoot, in order of most important.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-07-21

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt tells Edward North Buxton that his son Kermit wants the same shoes that Buxton ordered for him. He also asks Buxton to forward an enclosed unsealed letter to Alfred E. Pease. Roosevelt discusses travel plans for his upcoming safari. He is debating whether to start at Pease’s ranch, or to take a trip into the desert. Although he appreciates Buxton’s suggestions, he believes he will not go to Uganda.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-07-28

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

Theodore Roosevelt was sorry to hear that the operation failed and that Mrs. Buxton is now blind. He appreciates the articles on the war and will send Edward North Buxton what he has written on the subject. Roosevelt is pleased to hear of the high spirits in Great Britain. Ethel Roosevelt Derby and Richard Derby have been working at the American Hospital in Paris for three months. Roosevelt wishes there was a division of Rough Riders to assist the Belgians.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1914-12-19

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

Theodore Roosevelt admits to Edward Norton Buxton that he never expected to win the election, but wanted to beat the Republicans, which he did. He does not want another position of prominence, but will continue to fight for Progressive principles. While he will miss British Ambassador to the United States, James Bryce, he looks forward to Cecil Spring Rice becoming ambassador. He hopes that the war in the Balkans will push Turkey out of Europe.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-12-04

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from William Loeb to Edward North Buxton

At President Roosevelt’s request, William Loeb sends Edward North Buxton drafts to cover bills at the Army and Navy Co-Operative Society and S. W. Silver & Co.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-20

Creator(s)

Loeb, William, 1866-1937

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt thanks Edward North Buxton for procuring supplies, including provisions, shoes, helmets, and a rifle, for his upcoming safari. Roosevelt promises to meet with the Fauna Society as well as the donors of his gun. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-19

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt tells Edward North Buxton that he has received the knit waistcoat and shoulder-bag he sent, and expresses his appreciation for the efforts Buxton has made to help him prepare for the African safari. Roosevelt looks forward to visiting Buxton in England to tell him about the good or bad luck he will have had in Africa.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-09

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt asks Edward North Buxton to send the bills for the outfit quickly, as he worries they will not arrive before he leaves the country. He once again thanks Buxton profusely for the .450 Holland rifle. Roosevelt wishes he could personally thank everyone who contributed to its purchase. 

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-04

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from William Loeb to Edward North Buxton

William Loeb sends Edward North Buxton the bill from Harrods along with a draft on London for the amount of the bill. He asks Buxton to see to the payment and presumes the monocle has been forwarded to Mombasa.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-02-03

Creator(s)

Loeb, William, 1866-1937

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Edward North Buxton

President Roosevelt is pleased with the double barreled .450 Edward North Buxton sent him as a gift from a number of people. Roosevelt discusses the amount of cartridges he would need for hunting game in Africa, will try to take care of himself on the trip and asks if there is any way he could thank all the gun donors. In a handwritten postscript, Roosevelt declares that even Holland has not made a better rifle; it fits him exactly and he will personally take it to Africa.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-01-27

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919