Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

There is conflict over the region of Manchuria between Russia and China. The United States is not hostile toward Russia in this situation, arguing that the region would be no worse under Russia than it was under Chinese control. Charles Richard Crane and Secretary of the Interior Hitchcock (former ambassador to Russia) misunderstand American intentions, while Count Arthur Paul Nicholas Cassini is satisfied with the American position and wants American correspondence in the Russian-French understanding published.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

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1902-05-01

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Alfred K. Moe will replace Frederick H. Allison as consul of the United States at Tegucigalpa, Honduras.

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1902-05-02

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

There is a consular clerkship vacant. California Senators Thomas Robert Bard and George C. Perkins recommend an unnamed candidate, and Secretary of State Hay asks for President Roosevelt’s permission to follow their recommendation and appoint this candidate.

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1902-05-05

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Extract from a letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

There have been many complaints from Ecuadorian officials against Consul De Leon in relation to his drunkenness and violent temper. Minister Carbo of Ecuador encouraged the removal of De Leon. Secretary of State Hay had suggested De Leon be removed from office and was pleased when De Leon took a leave of absence and said that he would not return. However, De Leon is now complaining to his friends about his mistreatment.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-05-07

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay forwards two letters from George W. Roosevelt, Consul at Brussels, asking for promotion. Hay plans to make Consul Roosevelt’s entire file available to President Roosevelt to help in making an informed decision.

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Creation Date

1902-04-23

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Secretary of State Hay encloses a message from the Chinese minister presenting arguments against a recently passed bill that prohibits Chinese immigration to the United States.

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Creation Date

1902-04-30

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Secretary of State Hay encloses a letter from John S. Kennedy regarding the Consulate General at Constantinople.

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Creation Date

1902-04-26

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay encloses a report requested by President Roosevelt, regarding the American consulship at London, Ontario, Canada.

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Creation Date

1902-04-28

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay sends President Roosevelt a “poem from a friendly merchant” who “has a soul above his account books.”

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Creation Date

1902-04-28

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Murphy is seeking a particular position but Secretary of State Hay does not believe it will suit Murphy or afford him subsistence. Hay is also discussing international copyright law with Ambassador Joseph H. Choate on behalf of President Roosevelt.

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Creation Date

1902-04-16

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Secretary of State Hay had previously sent a letter containing a proposed amendment to the consular regulations. He has not received a response and fears the letter has been misplaced.

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Creation Date

1902-04-17

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay informs President Roosevelt that the chief clerk has modified the statement he is about to make.

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1902-04-18

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

American citizens who die abroad must have their death notices printed in at least one New York paper, which is currently the Mail and Express. Previous to the Mail and Express handling the death notices, the New York Sun did. Secretary of State Hay says that if President Roosevelt wants this situation reverted, he can give the order.

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Creation Date

1902-04-18

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Lieutenant Emmons is to be informed of the plans discussed by President Roosevelt and Secretary of State Hay. Emmons cannot leave for a month because of heavy snow cover in his destination.

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Creation Date

1902-04-10

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Secretary of State Hay writes about inquiries made by Benjamin D. Woodward pertaining to the ending of the Unites States Commission to the Paris Exposition of 1900. Woodward’s proposals do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of State, but Hay has no objection to the proposals. Original and carbon copy.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-04-10

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Secretary of State Hay encloses a dispatch from the American Embassy in Berlin concerning Prince Heinrich of Prussia’s visit to the United States.

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Creation Date

1902-03-29

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Henry Gassaway Davis, former Senator from West Virginia, suggests appointing two commissioners to travel to Central and South America to report on extending commerce and creating an intercontinental railway. If President Roosevelt is “favorably disposed,” Secretary of State Hay will request the appropriation.

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Creation Date

1902-04-01

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay will notify Senator Morgan about the “Colombian proposition” after President Roosevelt has fully considered the matter.

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1902-04-02

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay encloses Ambassador Clayton’s explanation of the Mexican mining stock transaction.

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Creation Date

1902-04-03

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Hay, John, 1838-1905

Letter from John Hay to George B. Cortelyou

Secretary of State Hay has settled the matter with President Roosevelt and returns John D. Crimmins’s letter.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-04-05

Creator(s)

Hay, John, 1838-1905