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President Roosevelt is delighted with the outcome of the conference and will write to John Wallace Springer. Philip Battell Stewart was opposed to Springer, and Roosevelt thought it best not to interfere. Roosevelt expresses confusion about the situation, and he “had no idea what was wanted” of him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-15
President Roosevelt had not considered Gifford Pinchot for the position of Assistant Secretary of Agriculture until Secretary of Agriculture Wilson recommended him. Roosevelt wonders if Pinchot is interested in the position and if he feels his agricultural knowledge is sufficient. Although Roosevelt has already partially committed himself to G. Howard Davison, he will put the appointment on hold until he hears from Pinchot.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-16
If President Roosevelt receives western backing for the transfer he will be delighted.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-11
President Roosevelt is glad to have Gifford Pinchot’s letter before meeting with Mr. Baker. Roosevelt would like Mr. Anderson to resign because officeholders should live all year on location.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-14
President Roosevelt thanks Gifford Pinchot for his notes on forestry. Benjamin Ide Wheeler has warned Roosevelt that a scandal will erupt if Mr. Maxwell has any association with government irrigation work.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-05-11
President Roosevelt has appointed Gifford Pinchot to a committee that will report “upon the organization, present condition, and needs of the Executive Government work wholly or partially scientific in character.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-13
President Roosevelt has appointed Gifford Pinchot to a committee that will report “upon the organization, present condition, and needs of the Executive Government work wholly or partially scientific in character.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-11
President Roosevelt received a letter from J. D. Sargent regarding the violation of game laws in Wyoming and asks for Gifford Pinchot’s opinion on the issue.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-05-16
After receiving a letter from Caspar Whitney, President Roosevelt would like to know if he can do anything to help protect game in Wyoming.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-05-08
Vice President Roosevelt thinks that Gifford Pinchot responded to D. C. Middleton in an appropriate fashion. Roosevelt believes that there is animosity towards forest work in the New York state government.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-05-13
Theodore Roosevelt does not think that he should send another letter. Roosevelt is looking forward to seeing Gifford Pinchot in Washington, D.C.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-07-27
Governor Roosevelt regrets that he cannot speak at the American Advancement of Science or the American Forestry Association and suggests that Austin Wadsworth speak instead. Roosevelt is glad that Gifford Pinchot will be working closely with the new forest commission.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1900-05-19
Governor Roosevelt was especially pleased to receive congratulations from Gifford Pinchot, and hopes Pinchot can visit with C. Grant and Florence Bayard Lockwood La Farge.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1900-11-10
After careful consideration, Vice President Roosevelt has decided that he cannot go on the trip that Gifford Pinchot proposed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-03-29
Governor Roosevelt thanks Gifford Pinchot for the information.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-02-18
Governor Roosevelt regrets that he cannot join the American Forestry Association.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1899-03-13
Governor Roosevelt asks Gifford Pinchot to recommend “scientific authorities” who can advise him on the worth of the State Land Survey. Roosevelt reminds Pinchot of their upcoming meeting to discuss the new Forest, Fish and Game Commission.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1900-04-17
President Roosevelt amends a letter in which he remarks on the successful work undertaken since the passing of the Reclamation Act in 1902, but cautions of “dangers and difficulties” still ahead. Roosevelt heralds the success of the Forest Service, whose policy has been shaped by the will of the people.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-08-24
Henry Cantwell Wallace writes to Gifford Pinchot about how people in the west are responding to Theodore Roosevelt’s critiques of the Wilson administration. The general feeling is that it is important to stand by the administration. People are also opposed to preparedness programs. Roosevelt should put the “soft pedal” on universal training when he comes west.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1918-01-22
Will H. Hays writes to Gifford Pinchot en route to Chicago. When he arrives, Pinchot would like the names of the men who will help them in this matter. Hays appreciates the “spirit of full cooperation” he has received from Pinchot; together they will “figure out the very best thing for this great number of people.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1918-06-27