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Letter from Frederick John Jackson to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Frederick John Jackson to Theodore Roosevelt

Lieutenant Governor Frederick John Jackson, of British East Africa, gives President Roosevelt advice on his upcoming safari. He recommends V. M. Newland and Leslie J. Tarlton to outfit and supply Roosevelt, and after speaking with W. S. Rainsford, he recommends Roosevelt take a white man to run the caravan, such as Tarlton or R. J. Cunninghame. To hunt as many specimens as possible, Jackson maps out a route from Alfred E. Pease’s ranch in the Kapiti plains to William Northrup McMillan’s property in Doinya Sabuk, and then to the Vasin Gisha plateau. Jackson would be glad to receive Roosevelt in Nairobi upon arrival if the governor is unavailable. A list of game is included.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-25

Creator(s)

Jackson, Frederick John, 1860-1929

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward North Buxton writes to President Roosevelt about potential food and beverage supplies, gives updates on rifle suggestions, and cautions against going with the mosquito boots made by Flacks. He sends a detailed map of the reserve boundaries and Alfred E. Pease’s camp, with a letter from Pease and a reminder that Pease’s camp is too small for a large group. Buxton suggests Roosevelt wait to hear more on William C. Judd before selecting a “head man” for his safari, and informs Roosevelt that the Somali shikari are the best hunters. In order to get a variety of experiences, Buxton suggests potential timelines and routes for Roosevelt while he travels through Sudan.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-14

Creator(s)

Buxton, Edward North, 1840-1924

Letter from Frederick Courteney Selous to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Frederick Courteney Selous to Theodore Roosevelt

Frederick Courteney Selous visited the offices of Lawn & Alder after receiving President Roosevelt’s last letter, and reports on the details of the visit, as well as other preparations for Roosevelt’s upcoming African safari. Selous gives details and advice on several topics, including: types of preserved food to bring; tents; the hiring and pay of “native” porters; medical supplies and health concerns; sun protection; climate; where to store gear during expeditions; and shipping. Selous advises Roosevelt to allow Lawn & Alder to take care of every detail, so that the trip is more of a holiday for him than a chore, and recommends William C. Judd as a manager for the “native” guides and porters. Finally, Selous reports that Edward North Buxton is seeing Lord Crewe about any other assistance Roosevelt might need.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-08

Creator(s)

Selous, Frederick Courteney, 1851-1917

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward North Buxton sends an extract from a report by J. H. Patterson to President Roosevelt, noting that Patterson is ill and unlikely to return to British East Africa. Buxton asks Roosevelt what type of rifle sight he favors, offering advice on the type of sight that could be used on Roosevelt’s African safari. Buxton will see Alfred E. Pease soon and will discuss more details of the trip with him. Buxton lists several books that might interest Roosevelt in preparation for his trip. Buxton has tested a stool and includes a sketch of one of its uses.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-08

Creator(s)

Buxton, Edward North, 1840-1924

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Edward North Buxton to Theodore Roosevelt

Edward North Buxton provides President Roosevelt with extensive details and advice regarding his upcoming African safari, including: boots, rifle stocks, and rifle and sights Buxton is ordering; the logistical benefits of using Alfred E. Pease’s farm as a base from which to make smaller excursions; routes and timings for various side trips; the logistical benefits of two six-week excursions over one long three month excursion from Pease’s farm; the different types of country and where different types of game may be found; shipping and suppliers; opening a line of credit with Smith, Mackenzie & Co Ltd to purchase necessities in Africa.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-09

Creator(s)

Buxton, Edward North, 1840-1924

Letter from Alfred E. Pease to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Alfred E. Pease to Theodore Roosevelt

Alfred E. Pease tells President Roosevelt it is a pleasure and an honor to help him with his trip to British East Africa and includes details and recommendations on several topics, including: depositing money into the National Bank of India in Nairobi to purchase horses and saddles; the best binoculars and telescopes; location and types of game; camping equipment, including baths and candles; and how to avoid mosquitoes. Pease assures Roosevelt he need not worry about being out of shape.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-11

Creator(s)

Pease, Alfred E. (Alfred Edward), Sir, 1857-1939

Letter from William Northrup McMillan to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from William Northrup McMillan to Theodore Roosevelt

William Northrup McMillan introduces himself to President Roosevelt and invites him to stay with him at Juga Farm and his townhouse in Nairobi, Kenya, on Roosevelt’s upcoming African safari. McMillan mentions that he is the nephew of Senator James McMillan and offers the names of two other men who can attest to his connections and African experience. Juga Farm is home to many species of game and is close to other hunting grounds, including rhino and elephants. McMillan also offers the services of his safari guides, who are excellent lion trackers. McMillan will soon depart Kenya for London and gives his contact information there. The first four pages of this record are handwritten, accompanied by a typewritten copy of two pages.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-12

Creator(s)

McMillan, William Northrup, Sir, 1872-1925

Letter from Ezra H. Fitch to William Loeb

Letter from Ezra H. Fitch to William Loeb

Ezra H. Fitch informs William Loeb that Abercrombie & Fitch has sent a metal flask for President Roosevelt as was discussed in a previous letter. Fitch confirms the details regarding a tent ordered by Roosevelt, including its construction and deployment, and says that the tent will be ready in about a week. Fitch offers to send any other items, such as sleeping bags or other camping equipment, for Roosevelt to inspect to ensure it is of good quality.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-07-29

Creator(s)

Fitch, Ezra H. (Ezra Hasbrouck), 1865-1930

Letter from J. H. Patterson to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from J. H. Patterson to Theodore Roosevelt

J. H. Patterson comments that a letter he sent seems to have crossed one of President Roosevelt’s, and he thinks he already answered many of Roosevelt’s questions. Roosevelt can get most of what he needs in Nairobi, although he must be careful about which agents he uses there. Newland & Tarleton is not as reliable as they once were. Patterson offers to meet with Roosevelt in person to discuss the trip.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-07-16

Creator(s)

Patterson, J. H. (John Henry), 1867-1947