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McCoskry Butt believes that British soldiers are too dependent on their officers and that British officers are on par with the National Guard of the United States.
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1901-10-16
John J. McCook believes that the United States is in a position to “dominate the American continent.” The country’s growing power will help “compel peace” and may even lead to expanded borders under the Roosevelt administration.
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1901-10-16
Secretary of State Hay received a letter from Ambassador Choate stating that the “canal question” with the United Kingdom has likely been resolved. Senator Lodge made an agreeable impression in England.
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1901-10-17
Albert Shaw had agreed to write an article about President Roosevelt for the November issue of London’s Contemporary Review; however, Poultney Bigelow wrote an article about Roosevelt and it is going to appear in the October issue. Shaw saw drafts of Bigelow’s article and found it to be “impertinent and undignified” with a “melange of boyish reminiscence.” Shaw wants his article to be serious and combat the damage Bigelow has done. Shaw asks if there are allusions he should make regarding Roosevelt’s attitude and policies.
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1901-10-07
King Edward VII inquired about President Roosevelt and Secretary of State Hay. The king requested a photograph of Roosevelt which will be provided by Ambassador Joseph Hodges Choate. Hay is concerned that their friends’ complaints might make Earl Halsbury hold up the treaty.
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1901-10-08
The South African War has increased interest in mounted infantry in Europe and India, with some even advocating for a full army to be mounted. The gloomy news from South Africa is difficult, especially since many of the British admire the Boers. The British are seeking to get their candidate on the throne of Afghanistan but Russia is opposing them with its own influence. There are also tensions in the Persian Gulf as Britain seeks to protect its interests and Germany desires access to Kuwait Harbor as the terminus of the Anatolian railroad. There is a great deal of interest about President Roosevelt in India.
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1901-10-09
Newspaper article describing President Roosevelt’s background and forecasting the success of his administration. He will likely be neutral towards England but may come into conflict with Germany.
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1901-10-10
Secretary of State Hay received President Roosevelt’s instructions to appoint Mr. Ames as consul in Ghent, Belgium. However, Senator Foraker requested the position for a friend. Since they will need Foraker’s support, Hay suggests that Foraker’s candidate receive Ghent and Ames be appointed to Antigua. Ames can receive a more appropriate position later. Hay is pleased with the British negotiations and thinks Ambassador Choate has shown ability and tact.
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1901-10-04
In a letter to the editor, T. A. Brassey argues that the British Navy should not focus on producing Dreadnaught-class battleships. He cites the recent sinking of large ships, especially during the Russo-Japanese war, to show that even heavily-armored ships are vulnerable to submarine mines and torpedoes. Furthermore, the costly large battleships are vulnerable to accidents at sea, and the more expensive guns on a ship the greater the financial loss when it sinks. Finally, Brassey argues that having more, smaller ships will allow for the great training and promotion of young captains.
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1906-09-28
Ernest Howard Crosby does not believe the “economic game” is fairly played and must protest about the labor question to keep his convictions. Crosby is also distressed at American imperialism as the United States had an opportunity to set an example for the world but instead followed the methods of the British Empire.
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1901-09-29
Secretary of State Hay directs President Roosevelt to an admirable article about the President written by Spectator editor John St. Loe Strachey. Hay is pleased with the progress towards a Central American canal, and the British appear supportive. Congressman Hepburn will attempt to rush a canal bill through the House. Hay hopes to extend his New Hampshire vacation a week or two more but is available at any time.
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1901-10-02
Goldwin Smith does not believe that the United States should intervene in the South African War but suggests an “expression of feeling” about the war. Smith would like to see the Boer republics be given internal self-government under British suzerainty and Johannesburg removed from the Transvaal.
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1901-09-25
J. Arthur Barratt sends his good wishes for the Roosevelt administration. Barratt is now living in England and finds that British public opinion is favorable towards President Roosevelt.
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1901-09-27
Ambassador Choate pledges to support the Roosevelt administration. Sympathy for Roosevelt and the United States is strong in Great Britain. Roosevelt’s actions since succeeding to the presidency have convinced the British government and people that relations between the United States and Britain will remain stable. During an audience with King Edward VII, the king asked many questions about Roosevelt and showed a familiarity with Roosevelt’s “outer life.” Edward VII requested that Choate send his kindest regards to Roosevelt and requested photographs of Roosevelt and William McKinley.
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1901-09-28
This newspaper article summarizes the sympathy and grief displayed by the British public at the death of President William McKinley.
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1901-10
Walter Church has followed President Roosevelt’s career and congratulates him on succeeding to the presidency. Alaska is proud of Roosevelt and Church expects him to prevent Great Britain from claiming a disputed section of Alaskan territory.
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1901-09-24
C. F. Moberly Bell thanks President Roosevelt for his courtesy and the hospitality he received while in the United States. He hopes that the Roosevelt administration will help strengthen the sympathies and interests between the United States and Great Britain.
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1901-09-18
E. Munro Ferguson grieved at the death of William McKinley but is satisfied that the United States will have a worthy leader in President Roosevelt. Roosevelt is well known in Great Britain and is receiving favorable press.
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1901-09-18
Frederick W. Whitridge has been following President Roosevelt’s career and, after Roosevelt’s succession to the presidency, is looking to the future with great hope and confidence. Roosevelt has been receiving a great deal of sympathy and support in Great Britain.
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1901-09-18
Minnie Paget expresses her sympathy after the death of William McKinley and President Roosevelt’s succession to the presidency. Great Britain is mourning McKinley.
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1901-09-17