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Newspaper article discussing three Philippine issues; Admiral Dewey’s testimony before Congress and Senator Carmack, Major Gardner admitting that he cannot supply evidence to support the charges in his report, and an amnesty for political offenders and prisoners.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-30
Resolution by the representatives of the Orange Free State and the Transvaal regarding the treaty to end the Boer War. Although the delegates believe in their right to independence, they recognize the costs of the war in destruction of property and loss of life, and acknowledge that there is no prospect of victory. They therefore urge their respective governments to sign the treaty with Great Britain, in the interests of their peoples.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-05-31
President Roosevelt is pleased that the Second Boer War has ended and suggests that a complete amnesty eventually be given to the “Cape Colony insurgents” similar to what happened to Confederate soldiers after the American Civil War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-20
President Roosevelt thanks Ansley Wilcox for the letter and is currently trying to work out an amnesty for the Philippines.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-10
Secretary of War Taft informs President Roosevelt that Tomás Estrada Palma and his government are all planning to resign. Taft recommends Roosevelt use the Platt Amendment to assume control of Cuba, set up a government, and name a Governor quickly to protect the government’s interest in Cuba. Taft wants Roosevelt’s authority to send for the leaders of the insurgents to let them know conditions have changed, that they are now in arms against the United States, and that they will receive amnesty if they lay down their arms and return to their homes.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-25
Jacob Sleeper, the chargé d’affaires in Cuba, informs Secretary of State Root that the Cuban government’s Amnesty Order had little effect and the rebellion is still active. Sleeper believes that rebel leader Faustino Guerra is waiting for the Cuban government to make the first move, but the government is lacking in men and arms. It is rumored that Colonel Emilio Ávalos y Acosta will attack Guerra’s command near the Bay of Cortez to open up a waterway in case Western Railroad service is interrupted, as Guerra has been threatening to dynamite its bridges. There are rumors of a lack of harmony between the Cuban President and Vice President in regards to patronage and the conduct of the war. Rebel leader Ernesto Asbert is threatening to burn foreign properties unless the government accedes to their demands.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-08-30
Jacob Sleeper, chargé d’affaires in Cuba, updates Secretary of State Root on attempts to quell the insurrection in Cuba. The Cuban government’s offer of amnesty did not have the desired effect, while the rebel forces continue to grow and business owners have become increasingly pessimistic. Sleeper was informed that President Tomás Estrada Palma was strongly opposed to any compromise with the insurrectionists, but he also heard that Estrada Palma is more open to settlement than his public statements suggest. Sleeper describes the efforts of a committee of Cuban veterans to serve as mediators.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-01
Jacob Sleeper, chargé d’affaires in Cuba, informs Secretary of State Elihu Root that the situation in Cuba is somewhat improved. The Cuban government is recruiting heavily to increase their forces and is offering amnesty to any rebels who lay down their arms.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-08-28
John St. Loe Strachey is in favor of amnesty and does not think the government will be harsh in the matter, although he is not in favor of giving back the vote. Strachey also approves of President Roosevelt’s firm stance on Cuba, as it shows that he is not bound to his party simply because he is part of it. Some Americans have told Strachey that because he, a British editor, praises Roosevelt so highly, Roosevelt must be pro-British and a bad American. Strachey offers to start being more critical of Roosevelt in his paper. Finally, Strachey tells Roosevelt about a visit from Corinne and Douglas Robinson, and says that he and his wife hope to visit the United States soon and would like to visit Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-07-05
Ansley Wilcox thanks President Roosevelt for his hospitality and commends him on his recent presidential activities. He also compares amnesty for Boer prisoners in the Cape Colony with Filipino insurgents of the Philippine-American War.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-07