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Theodore Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of preserving forests, while at the same discussing the role timber plays in industries like mining. Members of the Society of American Foresters must work harmoniously together.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-03-26
Hamlin Garland thanks President Roosevelt for his letter, and Garland has volunteered his services for forest preservation. He will also be the Convocation Orator at Chicago University.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-15
Jarrett T. Richards is in Washington to meet with Secretary of the Interior Ethan Allen Hitchcock regarding forest preservation in California. Richards is the brother-in-law of Robinson’s friend Ronald Thomas. If President Roosevelt is interested, Robinson offers to set up a meeting with Richards to discuss forest preservation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-09
President Roosevelt introduces Gifford Pinchot, an active promoter and preserver of the nation’s forests.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-02-15