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President Roosevelt asks Senator Aldrich to read the enclosed papers, paying special attention to the letter from Indian Affairs Commissioner Francis E. Leupp. Roosevelt stresses that any allegation implying a bargain has been made on his behalf by Father W. H. Ketcham is entirely false.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-01-21
President Roosevelt provides John Barber White with additional instructions outlining what he should investigate on the Minnesota National Forest Reserve. Eugene S. Bruce of the Forest Service will assist White.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-12-07
President Roosevelt would like John Barber White to make an investigation as his personal representative and create an independent report recommending the maintenance or abolition of the Minnesota National Forest Reserve.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-11-25
Charles M. Ziebach, acting superintendent of Sullys Hill National Park, reports on the past, present, and future of the park. He particularly focuses on the history of the land surrounding what is now the park, including Native American activity in the area. He provides information about the boundaries and natural features of the park and notes that the park needs federal funding to be maintained and gain popularity.
1917
Senator Quay forgot to speak to President Roosevelt about Charles J. Bonaparte’s report from the Board of Indian Commissioners. Quay says that if the Dawes Commission is dissolved except for Tams Bixby, who is given the commission’s powers, the arrangement will please both Quay and the people. Quay has a plan for “relieving” the Delawares.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-03-07
Handwritten draft of chapter seven from the “St. Clair and Wayne” section of The Winning of the West.
1894