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The German embassy has requested the United States be officially represented at the Ninth International Navigation Congress which will be held at Dusseldorf, Germany, in June 1902. Secretary of State Hay encloses a program and summary of the event for President Roosevelt’s consideration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-30
Secretary of State Hay encloses a note from the French chargés d’affaires that may help decide Albert von Quadt-Wykradt-Isny’s inquiry. He requests President Roosevelt’s advice on the matter.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-30
Secretary of State Hay encloses two conventions and one resolution from the Hague Peace Conferences that have received the consent of the Senate. The acts were previously ratified by President William McKinley but their proclamation had been delayed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-01
Captain Sigsbee presents two translations of German newspaper articles received from consular agents in Germany. The first article discusses Germany’s intent to promote immigration to South America and focuses on available economic opportunities for the German people. It claims that the United States ignored the Monroe doctrine by annexing Cuba, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the Philippines. The second article states Germany should not try to establish itself in South America as it would not be able to maintain long term control.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-25
W. L. Vail encloses an article that was reprinted in several Mexican newspapers. He asks President Roosevelt to formally deny the contents of the article for the benefit of Americans living in Mexico.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-25
E. C. Machen decries President Roosevelt’s choice of Admiral Crowninshield to attend the coronation of King Edward VII of Great Britain. He strongly recommends that Admiral Schley represent the United States.
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1901-10-27
Assistant Secretary of State Adee encloses a personal note that was sent to Secretary of State John Hay from Albert von Quadt-Wykradt-Isny. Quadt should be put on the “same footing” as Gerard Lowther.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-29
Through his European contacts, Hiram S. Maxim has learned that many German officials supported an attack in the Philippines to prevent the United States from taking the islands. However, they feared that the British would intervene. The current feeling, also held by Emperor William II, is that Germany needs a larger fleet that will help expand German influence in South America. Austria-Hungary and France are also interested in limiting American influence in South America. Great Britain remains confident that the United States has control of the Western hemisphere and can foil any German plans.
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1901-10-29
The Japanese have been informed that President Roosevelt will meet with Hirobumi Ito and K. Tzudzuki on Monday, October 21.
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1901-10-18
Mr. Brown’s employer instructs him to investigate the meetings Frederick William Holls had with leading British politicians. Holls serves as a mouthpiece for the Roosevelt administration and he has been saying that the United States will not tolerate any interference in the effort to build a Nicaraguan Canal.
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1901-10-18
Secretary of State Hay offers to arrange an informal dinner for President Roosevelt and Hirobumi Ito.
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1901-10-19
Newspaper article praising President Roosevelt’s popularity and recent success in international affairs.
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1901-10-19
George Gunton is glad that President Roosevelt invited Booker T. Washington to the White House. He includes two names he recommends for the custom house and appraiser matter. Gunton would like the United States to take a “liberal” attitude toward Cuba.
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1901-10-22
The Isthmian canal treaty is fine and the British government only requests the removal of their own amendment. Ambassador Swenson informed Secretary of State Hay that Denmark will not negotiate unless the prices are raised. Hay asks President Roosevelt to consider the matter and provide him with an answer tomorrow.
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1901-10-24
A circular from the Transvaal League is being prepared which will request that President Roosevelt put a stop to the shipment of horses from New Orleans, Louisiana, to the British. The circular does not have Wilhelm Snyman’s support. He hopes to discuss the matter personally with Roosevelt.
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1901-10-15
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
Albert Griffin argues that Cuba is important to American interests and must be “Americanized” and kept under the influence of the United States. He believes the Americanization can be achieved through immigration to Cuba.
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1901-10-17
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
Maria Longworth Storer expresses her confidence and trust in President Roosevelt. Storer and her husband, Bellamy Storer, just hope for an opportunity where they can serve the country. She cautions that American ambassadors should always be gentlemen and their wives should be ladies or their actions will injure the country.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-17
Hirobumi Ito would like to pay an informal visit to President Roosevelt. If that is not possible, a formal visit will be set up through the State Department.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-10-18