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Edgar Alexander Mearns is delighted to be reminded of his upcoming role as naturalist and medical adviser on Theodore Roosevelt’s trip to Africa. Mearns advises Roosevelt on approaches for sterilizing water, medical outfits, and equipment. Medicine for “native ‘boys’ and friends can be conveniently boxed.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-07-31
In response to Poultney Bigelow’s article on the conditions in Panama, the author denounces him as a “false witness,” asserting that official records testify contrary to Poultney’s twenty-one claims against the Canal Commission as further detailed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-30
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
Kermit Roosevelt describes his travels in Africa. He has hunted giraffe, lion, and cheetah. There have been issues with smallpox, particularly among their native guides.
1910-02-05