Atkinson, Alatau L. C. (Alatau Leonard Charles), 1871-1927

Governor Carter’s time in the executive office for the territory of Hawaii will be ending in November. Carter has no interest in continuing his time in the position, but he hopes President Roosevelt might do something for Alatau L. C. Atkinson, secretary for the territory. Atkinson does not wish to become governor, but if he were promoted to another government position, and Carter’s successor were named early, the latter could take Atkinson’s position as secretary. The new governor would be able to become familiar with the duties of the office before acceding to the governorship at the end of Carter’s term.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-03-25

Creator(s)

Carter, George Robert, 1866-1933

Governor Carter of Hawaii informs President Roosevelt that due to some information that was unfavorable to the sale of bonds, he has dispatched Alatau L. C. Atkinson to follow up on the matter with the Department of the Interior. Carter mentions Atkinson’s credentials, and says that he possesses Carter’s confidence. He hopes that while Atkinson is in Washington, D.C., he might be able to advocate for several causes relevant to Hawaii.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-11-08

Creator(s)

Carter, George Robert, 1866-1933

President Roosevelt thanks George Robert Carter for the telegram from him and Alatau L. C. Atkinson.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1909-03-03

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt tells Governor Carter that he is free to resign his position if he so desires it. Roosevelt believes that Assistant Attorney General Alatau L. C. Atkinson would be a suitable replacement and that any other vacancy “will appeal to him.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-04-09

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt believes Territory of Hawaii’s small islands should be privately owned to prevent “deforestation and the drying up of the water.” Despite what politicians say, Roosevelt supports Governor Carter and hopes that Secretary Alatau L. C. Atkinson will not sever his relations with Hawaii. Unlike precedents in other states, Hawaii must be aware of Japan.  

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-10-10

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt was angered by the newspaper clipping Hawaiian Governor Carter shared with him about the treatment of some Chinese people, remarking “how can we expect decent treatment from the Chinese in Asia when we behave with such brutality toward them here?” He is sorry to hear about Lieutenant-Governor Alatau L. C. Atkinson and encourages Carter to not think about resigning unless in the case of ill-health. Roosevelt feels that the rate bill was passed in good shape, and he has not paid any attention to what Julian Hawthorne may have said about it, dismissing him as “an ordinary Hearst hireling.”

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-05-22

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt introduces Minister Bryan to Alatau L. C. Atkinson, who is Secretary of the Territory of Hawaii and President of the Territorial Board of Immigration. Atkinson wants to secure “the right kind of immigrants for Hawaii,” and Roosevelt asks Bryan to do everything in his power to help him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-01-20

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

President Roosevelt introduces Ambassador White to Alatau L. C. Atkinson, who is Secretary of the Territory of Hawaii and President of the Territorial Board of Immigration. Atkinson wants to secure “the right kind of immigrants for Hawaii,” and Roosevelt asks Bryan to do everything in his power to help him.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-01-20

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Territorial Governor Carter writes to inform President Roosevelt that he has recovered from typhoid and will soon return to Honolulu. Territorial Secretary Alatau L. C. Atkinson may resign for personal reasons, but Carter assures Roosevelt that he has matters in Hawaii under control. Carter praises Roosevelt’s efforts for the Rate Bill but is concerned that, while people support the bill, they believe Roosevelt can win without help. Carter fears that this complacency could encourage the opposition.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1906-05-17

Creator(s)

Carter, George Robert, 1866-1933