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Photograph of Boy Scouts removing names and initials that had been carved into the sandstone at Wind Canyon in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1964
Photograph of Boy Scouts removing names and initials that had been carved into the sandstone at Wind Canyon in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1964
Group photograph of Girl Scouts after cleaning the Beef Bottom Corral Prairie Dog Town in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1965
Photograph of Girl Scouts cleaning the Beef Bottom Corral Prairie Dog Town in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1965
The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead reports that locals are irate over a Department of Interior proposal to designate additional areas of Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park as wilderness. Interested parties in the community worry that enlargement of the wilderness area, particularly in the North Unit, will discourage the development of tourist attractions.The proposed change would raise the number of wilderness acres to well over 75% of the territory in the North Unit.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1972-11-01
The McKenzie County Farmer presents an editorial opinion that Watford City residents are not at odds with the National Park Service but merely want the same consideration as given to other interests whose proposals for the North Unit have been considered by the “powers that be.” The editorial comes in rebuttal to Dr. George M. Johnson’s letter to the editor, which is also included.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1972
Letter seeks interest in conducting a study on furnishing the Maltese Cross cabin.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1962-08-01
National Park Service Associate Director Demaray notes that no comment can be made until the report on the field investigation is filed concerning the Maltese Cross Ranch.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1939-10-31
Ben H. Thompson acknowledges receipt of a letter from William O. Trenor concerning the Maltese Cross Ranch. Thompson also notes that the historical information Trenor sent on the ranch is on file.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1939-11-16
Historian Ray H. Mattison requests assistance with obtaining information on Elkhorn Ranch, which was occupied by J. H. Reid from 1901 to 1906. Contains preliminary information on the Elkhorn Ranch.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-08-18
Historian Ray H. Mattison notes that Henry J. Walz once lived at the Elkhorn Ranch and may have unique information to assist in the development of Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-07-12
Historian Ray H. Mattison indicates a desire for Henry J. Walz to visit Medora, North Dakota, and assist in locating the Elkhorn Ranch. He also notes other locals and former residents with whom he has spoken or with whom he wishes to speak.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-07-29
Historian Ray H. Mattison requests any possible information from G. O. Reid (brother of J. H. Reid) leading to the restoration of Elkhorn Ranch and its structures.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-07-29
Stanley C. Joseph inquires about consent to copy photographs owned by John H. Reid.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-09-01
Historian Ray H. Mattison acknowledges receipt of photographs from John H. Reid. He also notes the tragic death of his son.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-09-26
Ray H. Mattison acknowledges receipt of photographs from J. H. Reid and requests information on the Elkhorn Ranch. Mattison includes some early information on the location of the Elkhorn Ranch and Theodore Roosevelt’s ranch house.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-10-07
Historian Ray H. Mattison encloses Elkhorn Ranch photographs that were on loan from J. H. Reid.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-11-02
Historian Ray H. Mattison requests information from Henry J. Walz based on two enclosed photographs of the Wiedeman Ranch and the ostensible site of the Elkhorn Ranch. He also notes that Walz was likely the last occupant of the Elkhorn Ranch house.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-11-03
Historian Ray H. Mattison encloses photographs of supposed Elkhorn Ranch house site and asks Fred Ramus to confirm the location.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-11-03
Historian Ray H. Mattison asks Albert T. Volwiler for further details regarding the Elkhorn Ranch and the Maltese Cross Cabin. He also seeks clarification on certain transfers of property as well as more information concerning Theodore Roosevelt’s ranching activities at these locations.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
1949-11-12