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Swettenham, James Alexander, 1846-1933

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Letter from C. H. Davis to James Alexander Swettenham

Rear Admiral C. H. Davis apologizes to James Alexander Swettenham, Governor of Jamaica, for the mistake regarding a naval salute. He also provides an update regarding the landing of troops from the USS Missouri to assist with disaster relief. He will land further troops to help clear away ruins, stop looters, and offer medical assistance in areas that the Jamaican government would not otherwise reach, unless the governor directs him otherwise.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-01-17

Letter from C. H. Davis to James Alexander Swettenham

Rear Admiral Davis asks Governor Swettenham if he is cleared to use his men as work parties to clear rubble after the Kingston earthquake. Davis believes that he can do much to assist private individuals without interfering with Jamaican government officials.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-01-17

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to James Alexander Swettenham

President Roosevelt introduces Outram Bangs, a Boston ornithologist who is visiting Jamaica, to Jamaica Governor Swettenham.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-01-12