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Humphrey, William E. (William Ewart), 1862-1934

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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William E. Humphrey

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William E. Humphrey

Theodore Roosevelt agrees with Congressman Humphrey that James Stevenson-Hamilton’s book, The Animals of Africa is a “remarkable book.” Roosevelt also expresses his appreciation that Humphrey feels similarly about the approach to handling the elk population in Yellowstone, despite the fact that the plan will likely face opposition. Roosevelt concludes by admitting that he is unsure if he will be able to attend the Boone and Crockett dinner.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1912-12-23

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William E. Humphrey

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William E. Humphrey

President Roosevelt sends Washington Representative Humphrey several memoranda. The dock can be completed within three years, especially if Humphrey inserts a clause allowing the government to construct the dry dock by contract or other means as necessary. Roosevelt reiterates that it is very important to approve the constructions of the dry docks in Puget Sound and Hawaii, and to approve the construction of four battleships.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-04-13

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919