Judd, William C., -1928

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Courteney Selous

President Roosevelt has decided to take Frederick Courteney Selous’s advice and hire a white man to manage the caravan on his African safari, despite objections from Edward North Buxton. Roosevelt asks Selous to hire either R. J. Cunninghame or William C. Judd for the job if they are available. He provides a list of provisions that he would like to bring on the trip.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-12

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Northrup McMillan

President Roosevelt happily accepts the invitation to visit William Northrup McMillan on his African safari. First, he is going to stay at Alfred E. Pease’s ranch, but he hopes to do shorter hunts on both Pease’s and McMillan’s properties before the rainy season ends and he leaves for longer trips. Roosevelt and his son Kermit hope to shoot a male and female of each of the big game animals for the Smithsonian Institution. He discusses several proposed itineraries, but will put off making final decisions until he arrives in Africa.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1908-11-02

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Courteney Selous

Theodore Roosevelt provides Frederick Courteney Selous with an excerpt of a letter that Frederick John Jackson sent another American about Roosevelt’s upcoming safari. The letter included various recommendations about suppliers and itinerary. Roosevelt likes the itinerary, but is concerned about whether he can prevent the press from following his caravan. He asks if the government could refuse to issue them licenses to travel.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1908-11-25

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Courteney Selous

President Roosevelt provides Frederick Courteney Selous with an excerpt of a letter from Governor Frederick John Jackson which outlines a potential itinerary for his African safari. Jackson suggests starting at Alfred E. Pease’s ranch and staying close to Nairobi before going further afield. Roosevelt plans to amend the itinerary to make a loop into hunting grounds where J. H. Patterson hunted. Roosevelt expresses concern that reporters might try to arrange a caravan to follow him on his trip, and wonders if Jackson can prevent them from doing so.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1908-11-25

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Courteney Selous

President Roosevelt tells Frederick Courteney Selous that Sir Harry Johnston has been staying with him and has advised that he should find some Gulf Arabs to accompany him on his African trip. Johnston also has recommended a man to serve as shikari. Roosevelt inquires as to which Cunningham Selous wrote him about.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-07

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to William Northrup McMillan

President Roosevelt thanks Sir William Northrup McMillan for his letter, and the invitation to stay at his ranch while on safari in British East Africa. Roosevelt outlines his initial travel plans and arrangements, and believes he will stay with McMillan after he visits Alfred E. Pease’s ranch. He discusses the different types of big game he would like himself and his son Kermit to shoot, but clarifies that his intent is to collect specimens for the National Museum, rather than to butcher game.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-02

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to J. H. Patterson

President Roosevelt tells J. H. Patterson that the zoologist he is bringing is a surgeon, and so will not lack a doctor while in Africa. He thinks he will want a white man like R. J. Cunninghame or William C. Judd to take care of his caravan. He asks Patterson for advice about healthy areas to hunt, and how long it takes to get to the place where Patterson said he saw Grevy’s zebra, as well as rhinos, eland, and oryx.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-30

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to John Jay White

President Roosevelt is glad that John Jay White wrote him. As he already has a .450 Holland rifle, he cannot accept White’s offer about the Holland express. He is glad to hear what White says about William C. Judd.

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1908-10-26

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Courteney Selous

President Roosevelt has heard from John Jay White that William C. Judd is an “admirable man in every way.” Roosevelt tells Frederick Courteney Selous that White believes that Roosevelt could trust his son Kermit to Judd on their African safari. He encloses copies of notes by Hubert Silberrad, including his thoughts on Judd and R. J. Cunninghame.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-26

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Frederick Courteney Selous

President Roosevelt has decided to follow Frederick Courteney Selous’s advice and hire a white man to head his African safari, despite objections from Edward North Buxton. Roosevelt would like Selous to hire either R. J. Cunninghame or William C. Judd for the job, if possible. He provides a list of the provisions that he would like to bring on the trip.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-12

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to Alfred E. Pease

In spite of Edward North Buxton’s assertion that it is a “fearful instance of effeminacy,” President Roosevelt has decided to follow the advice of Frederick Courteney Selous and hire a man to manage his caravan on his African safari. Roosevelt tells Sir Alfred E. Pease that he would like to hire R. J. Cunninghame or William Judd. Roosevelt explains that he would like to hire someone because he wants to devote his time to hunting and studying animals, and because it would make things easier for him. Roosevelt also discusses where he would like to hunt.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-12

Letter from Cubitt Gostling to Theodore Roosevelt

In response to the New York State Capitol fire, C. R. Curtis Gostling presents fire-proofing insulation for buildings. He asks Theodore Roosevelt to meet him in New York City to discuss it and connect him with those responsible for rebuilding the capitol or any other interested parties.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-04-08

Letter from Arthur M. Harris to Theodore Roosevelt

Arthur M. Harris believes the “Mr. Judd” who assisted Theodore Roosevelt on his African safari is his cousin, W. C. Judd. If so, Harris sends respects on behalf of him and his cousin.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-04-06

Letter from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

W. S. Rainsford offers President Roosevelt advice about his upcoming trip to Africa. In particular, he advises Roosevelt not to engage William C. Judd as a guide for his son Kermit. Rainsford had a bad experience with Judd as his guide. He also advises Roosevelt about good hunting rifles and the precautions to take in hot weather. He tells Roosevelt to follow the advice of Frederick John Jackson, lieutenant-governor of British East Africa. Item includes a handwritten letter and a typed transcription.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-19

Telegram from W. S. Rainsford to Theodore Roosevelt

W. S. Rainsford advises President Roosevelt not to engage William C. Judd. He is writing with more details.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-19

Letter from Frederick Courteney Selous to Theodore Roosevelt

Frederick Courteney Selous informs President Roosevelt that he has secured R. J. Cunninghame as head man for Roosevelt’s safari. He has spoken to several men connected to East Africa, who all agree that Cunninghame is the right man for the job. Sir William Northrup McMillan has advised Selous about the provisions and supplies Roosevelt will need, and where he will be able to restock if necessary. Selous also discusses people like Lieutenant Governor Frederick John Jackson, who will help Roosevelt on his trip, and places where Roosevelt will have good hunting.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-28

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward North Buxton assures President Roosevelt that he enjoys planning Roosevelt’s trip to Africa, and that there is no need to thank him. He discusses the supplies, including boots, that he is arranging for Roosevelt. Buxton has nothing more to say about Roosevelt’s decision to hire a white man to lead his trip, although he expresses his concerns about having too many white men in the party. He also suggests limiting the number of guns and shooters to two. He discusses which native guides Roosevelt should hire, and the merits of Roosevelt hiring them himself, rather than delegating it to his head man.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-13

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward North Buxton discusses the merits of using Somali shikaris as gunbearers during President Roosevelt’s upcoming safari. He also writes about the advisability of carrying money on the trip and provides his knowledge of R. J. Cunninghame and William C. Judd, two white hunters who have been mentioned as potential guides. This item includes a typewritten transcript of the handwritten letter.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-07

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward North Buxton is glad that President Roosevelt agrees on the subject of hunting in the reserves. There is tension locally over support and opposition to the reserves, but Roosevelt will not miss out on any game by avoiding them. Buxton asks for clarification on the recent check, which he sent to Nairobi. Buxton agrees, with Roosevelt that Kermit Roosevelt should not shoot at dangerous game until he has a little more experience, but is sure that Kermit’s nerve will stiffen up with experience. He comments that Roosevelt’s son Ted Roosevelt, will also be going through a similar process of growth at home, but in a different way. Buxton suggests speaking to Colonel J. H. Patterson or Lieutenant-Governor Frederick John Jackson, and sends Alfred E. Pease’s last letter mentioning William C. Judd. If it is solidly made, Buxton thinks Roosevelt’s 18 bore gun will suffice, and he offers his continued assistance.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-22

Letter from Alfred E. Pease to Edward North Buxton

Alfred E. Pease writes to Edward North Buxton that Frederick Courteney Selous suggests William C. Judd would be a good choice for President Roosevelt’s safari, and that the native headmen are “poor creatures.” Pease sends Roosevelt’s letter with instructions about the money. He has guests visiting and the weather is characteristically rainy.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-21