Clark, Walter Eli, 1869-1950

Theodore Roosevelt gives William Daveport Hulbert permission to publish the quoted part of his letter about Jarvis, and is pleased with Hulbert’s evaluation of Hoggatt, the previous governor of Alaska. Roosevelt also offers more context to the incident about enforcing gambling and drinking laws in Alaska, and explains his preference for Hoggatt over the current governor, Walter Eli Clark, due to the latter intentionally misconstruing Roosevelt’s actions and intentions.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-05

Creator(s)

Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919

Abe Spring begins his letter by drawing Theodore Roosevelt’s attention to several inaccuracies in Jack London’s latest novel about Alaska. His true purpose in writing, however, was to discuss the political situation in Alaska with Roosevelt. Spring feels that Alaska does not have clear leadership, and that without such leadership it will not develop into a useful state. While he recognizes that Roosevelt is a private citizen now, he nevertheless appeals to Roosevelt’s patriotism for assistance.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-03-04

Creator(s)

Spring, Abe

William J. Hunter credits Theodore Roosevelt for the schools in Alaska and thanks him. He made enemies by exposing political corruption but feels he “did right.” Hunter offers to guide Roosevelt on an Alaskan hunt and provides a list of references.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-01-29

Creator(s)

Hunter, William J.