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Theodore Roosevelt received S. Eardley-Wilmont’s book and is pleased it is dedicated to him. He finds it well-written and of real benefit and value to hunters, naturalists, and those interested in forestry and conservation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1910-11-11
Theodore Roosevelt disagrees with the document, but it is impossible for him to discuss the errors of the La Follette extremists. Roosevelt believes that Governor Philipp of Wisconsin believes in abandoning the effort to preserve the forests and natural resources. Philipp also believes in giving private individuals their water rights.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1915-01-22
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.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1912-12-23
On his last day in office, President Roosevelt will sign the Sundry Civil Bill, but he expresses extreme reservations about Section 9 of the bill. The section would prohibit the use of government funds or clerks to help the work of commissions and boards that were not specifically authorized by Congress. Roosevelt is particularly concerned about the effect this would have on bodies appointed by the executive, such as the Conservation Commission and the Country Life Commission.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-03-04
President Roosevelt congratulates Governor Brooks of Wyoming on the third annual meeting of the Trans-Missouri Dry Farming Congress. Roosevelt is deeply interested in the development of agricultural resources in the arid parts of the western United States. He will do everything he can to aid Brooks in his work.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-02-16
President Roosevelt has invited Canada and Mexico to a conference in Washington, D.C., on the conservation of natural resources in North America. The three commissioners he would like to represent the United States government are Secretary of State Bacon, Secretary of the Interior James Rudolph Garfield, and Gifford Pinchot, chief of the United States Forest Service. Roosevelt encloses to Bacon a copy of his letter of invitation in lieu of instructions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-02-11
President Roosevelt has invited Canada and Mexico to a conference in Washington, D.C., on the conservation of natural resources in North America. The three commissioners he would like to represent the United States government are Secretary of State Robert Bacon, Secretary of the Interior Garfield, and Gifford Pinchot, chief of the United States Forest Service. Roosevelt encloses to Garfield a copy of his letter of invitation in lieu of instructions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-02-11
President Roosevelt hopes that Gifford Pinchot will represent the United States as a commissioner at the conference on the conservation of natural resources in North America. Roosevelt has also selected Secretary of State Robert Bacon and Secretary of the Interior James Rudolph Garfield to serve as commissioners.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-02-11
President Roosevelt is planning to take Sydney Brooks’ advice in describing the British attitude in India in an upcoming speech. He liked Brooks’ article, and is pleased that he is going to write another one. Roosevelt appreciated Brooks’ praise of his achievements in office, but highlights what he believes are his greatest achievements while in the presidency, including increasing the size of the navy, the construction of the Panama Canal, the creation of forest reserves, and the involvement of the United States in international affairs to promote world peace. He encloses several volumes of his Presidential addresses and State papers.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-28
President Roosevelt tells President Díaz of Mexico about his recent Conference of Governors on the topic of conservation of natural resources. In recognition that this topic does not exist in a vacuum, Roosevelt invites Díaz to appoint representatives to send to a conference held in Washington, D.C., on the topic of international cooperation to conserve natural resources. Roosevelt has sent a similar invitation to the government of Canada.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-24
President Roosevelt tells Earl Grey of Canada about his recent Conference of Governors on the topic of conservation of natural resources. In recognition that this topic does not exist in a vacuum, Roosevelt invites Grey to appoint representatives to send to a conference held in Washington, D.C., on the topic of international cooperation to conserve natural resources. Roosevelt has sent a similar invitation to President Porfirio Díaz of Mexico.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-24
President Roosevelt tells Prime Minister Laurier of Canada about his recent Conference of Governors on the topic of conservation of natural resources. In recognition that this topic does not exist in a vacuum, Roosevelt invites Grey to appoint representatives to send to a conference held in Washington, D.C., on the topic of international cooperation to conserve natural resources. Roosevelt has sent a similar invitation to President Porfirio Díaz of Mexico.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-24
President Roosevelt is glad that Margaret Laura Russell Knudsen was able to come to Washington, D.C., for the National Rivers and Harbors Congress. He asks her to take his greetings to the women of the Hawaiian islands on her return, and wishes them good luck in the conservation of the water supply and preservation of the forests.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-19
President Roosevelt has been informed that Marius R. Campbell of the United States Geological Survey has been designated to prepare material for the National Conservation Commission. Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of this work, and thanks Campbell for his contributions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10
President Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of the work of the National Conservation Commission to Frederick V. Coville, who has recently joined the commission.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10
President Roosevelt has learned that William T. Cox, of the United States Forest Service, has been designated to prepare material for the use of the National Conservation Commission. Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of this work, and thanks Cox for his service.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10
President Roosevelt has learned that Arthur Powell Davis of the United States Reclamation Service has been appointed to help provide materials for the use of the National Conservation Commission. Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of the work, and thanks Davis for his contribution.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10
President Roosevelt has heard that David T. Day of the United States Geological Survey has been designated to prepare materials for use by the National Conservation Commission. Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of the work of the Commission, and thanks Day for the service he will render.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10
President Roosevelt has learned that Edward C. Finney of the General Land Office has been designated to prepare material for the National Conservation Commission. Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of this work, and appreciates Finney’s contribution.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10
President Roosevelt has learned that H. C. Frankenfield of the U. S. Weather Bureau has been designated to prepare material for the National Conservation Commission. Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of this work, and appreciates Frankenfield’s contribution.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-10