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Commissioner Roosevelt recently traveled to his ranch; the hunting went well but his cattle were in poor condition. Roosevelt jokes that his tales of antelope will not compare to Ferguson being in the real wilds with caribou and white bear.
1894-10-16
A female spirit labeled “Public Spirit” warns two men cutting logs, of the consequences of deforestation.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1884-01-09
Theodore Roosevelt writes from his desk at Sagamore Hill and relates that the wisteria is blooming on the vine that Edith Roosevelt planted for him. He thinks the country quite beautiful and is concerned about the potential for drought this year. Roosevelt hopes to confirm that Anna Roosevelt Cowles can travel by car to visit him in the next two months, and, if not, he and Edith will drive to see her. He shares his satisfaction that Henry L. Stimson will be Secretary of War.
1911-05-15
Theodore Roosevelt informs his sister Anna Roosevelt Cowles that he and the Assistant Secretary of the Navy were guests of honor at a dinner and he feels the United States is gradually building a good “second-class” navy. He plans to spend a lot of time at Sagamore Hill this summer and says there is a drought out in the country.
1896-05-10
Theodore Roosevelt writes to his sister Anna Roosevelt about the state of things at his Dakota ranch. He has been doing some hunting, but is very concerned about the recent drought and the effect it will have on the cattle.
1893-09-16
Governor Taft provides an update on recent events in the Philippines; including a trip to Benguet, a difficult drought, and census results. He congratulates President Roosevelt on his work as President and expects the American people to support and reelect him.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-06-05