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Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to George D. Brunton

Letter from Secretary of Theodore Roosevelt to George D. Brunton

On behalf of Theodore Roosevelt, his secretary thanks George D. Brunton for electing him as the honorary president of the new social and literary club formed in Boone, Iowa. However, Roosevelt cannot accept as he is trying to withdraw from as many societies as possible right now, but wishes the young men success. His secretary will ask Roosevelt for a photograph to send them.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-09-30

Letter from William T. Hornaday to James E. West

Letter from William T. Hornaday to James E. West

William T. Hornaday agrees with James E. West’s newspaper comments about former Chief Scout Ernest Thompson Seton. Hornaday believes that someone who holds such negative opinions of the United States should not lead an organization of American children, and he regrets that Seton is reviving the Woodcraft League of America.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1915-12-08