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President Roosevelt has spoken with a number of people about his upcoming African safari, and informs Alfred E. Pease of his plans as they now stand.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-26
Alfred E. Pease received Theodore Roosevelt’s letter and let his daughter Lavender Mary Pease read it. His children are now his primary source of happiness. He recently stayed with Edward Grey who recalled Roosevelt with affection. Pease is sending Roosevelt lots of reading material, including an article he wrote on firearm and ammunition testing. Depleted funds from caring for his family prevent him from traveling. He received a nice letter from Kermit Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-29
Earl Grey tells Theodore Roosevelt that George Grey has been mauled by a lion in Africa and will likely die. Alfred E. Pease, whose wife Helen died last year, is with him in Nairobi. Grey reflects fondly on his visit with the Roosevelt’s at Sagamore Hill.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-02-04
Edward North Buxton discusses President Roosevelt’s upcoming safari in Africa. He notes that Roosevelt’s head measurement was not in the envelope and calls Roosevelt’s attention to a letter written by Captain Clive of the Foreign Office Intelligence Department. He offers suggestions for the prevention and treatment of tropical diseases, which he directs specifically at Kermit Roosevelt, and advice for planning the days of the trip. Finally, he confirms Roosevelt’s ammunition order.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-01-15
Alfred E. Pease discusses President Roosevelt’s travel plans for his upcoming trip to Africa. Pease, who will be hosting Roosevelt, suggests he visit Nairobi and take the Athi River to Mombasa. Pease also updates Roosevelt on his own family’s travel plans, and discusses the big game present in the area.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-01-07
Alfred E. Pease updates Edward North Buxton about life at his ranch in Africa. Pease says that his wife Helen Ann Fowler Pease and daughter Lavender Mary Pease are getting more adjusted to the “very rough life.” Pease is amazed by the amount of game in the area and says it no longer seems strange to see such a diverse lot of animals. He details several attempts to hunt wildebeest, hyenas, and lions and concludes by discussing the output of his farm.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-02-02