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Harry S. Armstrong asks Theodore Roosevelt to write a letter to be distributed in Louisiana and beyond, to encourage farm emigration and investment there. Armstrong suggests specific points Roosevelt might address, including the political independence of Louisiana, as well as the attractiveness of the countryside and the fertility of the soil.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-12-18
Senator Richard F. Pettigrew writes to Theodore Roosevelt after a previous conversation in which Roosevelt suggested to appoint James Wilson as Secretary of the Interior. In this letter, Pettigrew argues that Wilson is an excellent Secretary of Agriculture and that he should not change office.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-06-02
President James of the University of Illinois offers his support for Howard H. Gross’s plan for a ten-year campaign advocating soil conservation. William Jennings Bryan concurs with James’s endorsement.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-04-11
Transcript of a speech given by Secretary of Agriculture Wilson before the Americus Club of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Wilson examines the many ways that the United States is supporting agriculture. Both federal and state governments are conducting and supporting research to improve agricultural production and quality. They will also conduct research on promoting livestock health.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-04-27