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Tritton, Claude H. (Claude Henry), 1875-

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Letter from Leslie J. Tarlton to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Leslie J. Tarlton to Theodore Roosevelt

Leslie J. Tarlton updates Theodore Roosevelt on his much better health condition since his last letter and on the safari trip that he took in Nairobi, Kenya. Carlton describes lion hunting and appreciates Roosevelt for his gifts that he sent to him and others. Carlton then seeks Roosevelt’s advice regarding his coming to America and hopes he can direct him any way.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-10-20

Letter from Percy C. Madeira to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Percy C. Madeira to Theodore Roosevelt

Percy C. Madeira encloses a letter from Frederick John Jackson detailing President Roosevelt’s upcoming trip to Africa. He feels that Roosevelt will have a very good trip. Madeira hopes that Jackson is wrong, and that Roosevelt has secured R. J. Cunninghame’s services. He also says that the .350 magazine Jackson writes about is a good one. He asks Roosevelt to return Jackson’s letter when he is done with it.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-23

Letter from Percy C. Madeira to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Percy C. Madeira to Theodore Roosevelt

Percy C. Madeira thanks President Roosevelt for his offer to provide an introduction to Alaska governor Wilford B. Hoggatt. He asks him to write the introduction and provide an autographed photograph if it is not too much trouble. Madeira invites Roosevelt and his son Kermit to Philadelphia to see his “African bag,” which has been mounted. Finally, Madeira suggests that Roosevelt get metal-covered ammunition for his trip and send his supplies to Africa a month in advance.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-11-16

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.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-25

Letter from Percy C. Madeira to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Percy C. Madeira to Theodore Roosevelt

Percy C. Madeira sends President Roosevelt details related to his upcoming African safari, answering many of his previous questions. Madeira mentions several books for Roosevelt to read, and recommends the best sources for maps of the region. He also outlines some short trips for Roosevelt to start out with after arriving in Mombasa, with Roosevelt’s goal of shooting various types of gazelles in mind. Madeira says that four or five months is ample time for his main safari. Madeira makes suggestions for Roosevelt’s Nile trip, including contacts for outfitters, recommendations for shipping equipment, and notes about climate and servants. Finally, Madeira warns Roosevelt that due to his status, he might be quoted very high prices by various vendors, and offers to keep his name secret to get better prices.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-07-30