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George A. Cleland shares with Theodore Roosevelt a “writer’s” plan for extending and strengthening the nation’s foreign trade and industry base. On his behalf, Cleland asks Roosevelt for any suggestions he is willing to make.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-09-06
Francis B. Loomis suggests to President Roosevelt that he meet with the leaders in Europe in Azores in order to discuss a variety of topics such as foreign trade and the future relationship with China. Loomis thinks Roosevelt could accomplish more by meeting in person with the leaders than in using existing diplomatic channels, and could save the Hague Conference. Loomis suggests that the American people will feel a sense of pride in knowing their country is a “world power.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-07-11
Francis B. Loomis leaves a telephone message regarding his invitation to address the New York Southern Society tomorrow night. Loomis asks if there is anything President Roosevelt would like him to include in his speech, such as the work Secretary of State Root is doing to increase trade opportunities in South America or the treaty with Santo Domingo.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-04-25
President Roosevelt writes to Brooks Adams and expresses his opinion that the public must have some control over transportation and commerce. He adds that he agrees with Adams’ opinion that trade routes with Asia must stay open. Roosevelt gave the interview about Russia because he wanted people to understand the U.S. was in earnest.
1903-07-18