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William Henry Porter writes to William Emlen Roosevelt. Porter worries about issuing a special currency unless it is a temporary emergency measure and discusses what he believes are the minimum and maximum taxation and interest rates for such currency.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-10-22
Paul Morton sends his ideas about a recent conversation with President Roosevelt about currency reform. Morton warns that unless currency laws are revised soon the U.S. may undergo a financial crisis. Morton does not think Roosevelt should support a particular reform plan, but does believe that he should insist on the revision. Morton recommends Roosevelt meet with Frank A. Vanderlip, John B. Claflin, and Charles A. Conant.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-13
John Barrett writes to President Roosevelt before his historic diplomatic trip with Elihu Root through Ecuador, Panama, and Colombia. Barrett is working with President Reyes and other leaders to create a peace treaty between Colombia, Panama, and the United States. The Colombians seek concessions from Panama and the U.S., including free passage of Colombian shipping through the Panama Canal. In return Colombia will have a “favorable attitude” to shipping interests in the United States. Barrett includes his itinerary for his trip through Ecuador.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-08-02
Secretary of the Treasury Shaw warns President Roosevelt that Democratic Senators may defeat efforts to sign a treaty with Panama. Shaw suggests resolutions made by Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce may help pass a treaty with Panama.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-13