At the moment of going to press we have received from the Alpine Club of Canada a copy of the letter of protest sent by them in connection with the altering of the name Castle Mtn. to “Mt. Eisenhower.” The American Alpine Club is in entire agreement.

January 10. 1946.

Sir:

The renaming of Mount Castle to ‘Eisenhower’ has just been announced by the Press. The Alpine Club of Canada greatly regrets that such action was taken, and is concerned lest other great peaks of our Canadian mountains should suffer a similar fate.

While we recognize the kind thought that prompted such action, as honoring our very distinguished visitor, surely there is some better way of doing honour to him than by renaming a landmark which is so fittingly named and has been so affectionately regarded as ‘Castle’ both by thousands of Canadian citizens and countless of our American friends. We earnestly hope that other great peaks which have become so well known and beloved will remain inviolate in this regard. To rename such a sublime peak as Mount Temple, for example, ‘Alexander’ or ‘Montgomery’ would truly be an act of sacrilege in the eyes of most Canadians. We sincerely trust that you can assure us that such shall not not take place.

We would take this opportunity of suggesting that the Alpine Club of Canada be granted representation on the Geographic Board, or at least be consulted when any change in nomenclature of Canada’s topographical features is contemplated. We feel that as we are the premier exploratory and mountaineering organization in Canada, and as such reflect the wishes and desires of all those who work towards the preservation of Canada’s natural beauties, and in the education of Canadians to an appreciation of their mountain heritage, that such representation is not only desirable but in the best interests of Canada.

We urge that you will give this matter your careful consideration, and hasten to assure you that what is herein contained is submitted in a spirit of helpfulness and cooperation. We are fully appreciative of your great services to the people of Canada, and know that you have always had their best interests at heart. It is for this reason that we bring this matter to your attention.

We have the honor to be, Sir,

Yours faithfully,

Eric Brooks, President, Alpine Club of Canada.

The Right Honorable Mackenzie King,

Laurier House,

Ottawa, Canada.