Ward, Robert DeCourcy, 1867-1931

Robert DeCourcy Ward explains to President Roosevelt that his aim in confidentially describing the drunken conduct of Minister to Uruguay and Paraguay General Edward Charles O’Brien while aboard the steamer was to make Roosevelt aware of the situation. Ward was not actually present when certain situations occurred, but more information may be forthcoming from other channels. He felt it necessary to give Roosevelt this account, and he believes that the country’s ministers should be held to the highest standards, but he does not wish to have his communications presented to the State Department as evidence.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-19

Creator(s)

Ward, Robert DeCourcy, 1867-1931

Robert DeCourcy Ward alerts President Roosevelt to Ambassador Edward Charles O’Brien’s behavior on a recent voyage from Rio de Janeiro to New York. Ward writes that O’Brien was often under the influence of alcohol, and his behavior in response to the local quarantine protocols and towards a female passenger were extremely insulting. O’Brien asked passengers to sign a document attesting to his good character, but if it were true, Ward does not feel he would need a written document stating the fact. He does not think O’Brien is fit for his position, and felt Roosevelt would want to know the truth of the situation.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-13

Creator(s)

Ward, Robert DeCourcy, 1867-1931

Robert DeCourcy Ward offers his suggestions and edits for an upcoming message on immigration to be given by President Roosevelt.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-30

Creator(s)

Ward, Robert DeCourcy, 1867-1931