Komura, Jutarō, 1855-1911

Letter from John Callan O’Laughlin to Theodore Roosevelt

John Callan O’Laughlin reports that the Aoki agreement which Japan wishes to enter into with the United States declares the Pacific Ocean an “international highway” and disavows Japan’s designs on the Philippines. O’Laughlin relays to President Roosevelt a conversation he had with Japanese Premier Tarō Katsura. In the conversation, they reviewed the history of relations between the United States and Japan. Katsura assured O’Laughlin of his respect for Roosevelt and the United States, and the desire that Japan and the United States remain friendly. Despite reports from Europe, Katsura denies that Japan is preparing for war.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-20

Memorandum of conversation with Count Komura, Minister for Foreign Affairs

John Callan O’Laughlin recounts his conversation with Jutarō Komura, the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs. Komura assured O’Laughlin of Japan’s commitment to the Open Door in China, although its relations with Russia mean that they have interests in Manchuria. Komura also says that Japan has been discouraging immigration to Hawaii and the United States, although the country would like to be treated as an equal with other nations by the United States.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-10-21

Letter from Whitelaw Reid to Theodore Roosevelt

Ambassador Reid informs President Roosevelt that to create international goodwill, he contacted the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs Jutaro Komura, telling him how much President Roosevelt appreciated his message. Additionally, Reid shared Roosevelt’s kind words concerning the outcries against the Olympic games with William Henry Grenfell, president of the British Olympic Council. The Honorable Berkeley Cole offers to accompany Roosevelt on his safari, but Reid took care of the matter.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-09-08

Letter from Whitelaw Reid to Theodore Roosevelt

Whitelaw Reid updates President Roosevelt on diplomatic affairs in London. Reid has spoken with several British authorities regarding Roosevelt’s upcoming African safari. The Japanese Ambassador to Great Britain, Jutarō Komura, met with Reid at a luncheon given for members of the Olympic committee and emphasized that he and the Japanese Emperor recognized the United States as a friend. The Chinese Ambassador held a dinner and expressed friendly regard toward the United States. Reid provides a detailed description of two controversial Olympic races in London: in the 400 meter race, an American was disqualified for breaking the rules, and in the marathon, the Italian winner was disqualified in favor of an American. Reid notes that the American athletes, while somewhat justified in their frustrations, were seen by the British press as ill-mannered. Finally, Reid says he doubts that Roosevelt can make private visits to Paris and London on his way back from Africa without giving offense to government officials who would expect a state visit.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-08-11

Translation of a letter from Meiji, Emperor of Japan, to Theodore Roosevelt

Emperor Meiji was touched by President Roosevelt’s letter to him, which Roosevelt delivered through Baron Jutaro¯ Komura. The emperor is grateful Roosevelt appreciates his actions towards the cause of humanity and advancement of Japan. The emperor praises Roosevelt for working for the cause of peace throughout the treaty process, and says Japan, Russia, and the entire world owe him thanks.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-11-11

Letter from Lloyd Carpenter Griscom to Elihu Root

Ambassador Griscom encloses a note from the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs announcing the Treaty of Peace between Japan and Russia and a translation of an imperial edict expressing the sanction of the peace terms. Griscom also discusses the response to the Treaty.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-10-17

Letter from Kentarō Kaneko to Theodore Roosevelt

Kentarō Kaneko informs President Roosevelt that he will soon return to Japan with Jutarō Komura and thanks Roosevelt for his kindness and hospitality.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-25

Letter from Tokutaro Sakai to William Loeb

Tokutaro Sakai informs William Loeb that Baron Jutaro Komura and Baron Kentaro Kaneko will be extending their stay in the United States indefinitely because Komura is ill.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-18

Letter to Lloyd Carpenter Griscom

An unknown sender writes to Lloyd Carpenter Griscom to discuss his displeasure with Baron Komura.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-06

Telegram from Herbert H. D. Peirce to Theodore Roosevelt

Assistant Secretary of State Peirce writes to express Baron Jutaro Komura and Baron Kogoro Takahira’s thanks for the luncheon invitation. They will take the Sylph to Oyster Bay. Peirce also expresses Count Sergei Vitte and Baron Roman Romanovich Rosen’s appreciation of the dinner invitation. They will arrive on the train.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-06

Telegram from Kogoro Takahira to Benjamin F. Barnes

Baron Takahira writes to Benjamin F. Barnes, explaining that he and Baron Komura received two different invitations to dine with President Roosevelt–one for luncheon and one for dinner. Takahira asks for clarification, stating that either arrangement is agreeable.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-07

Telegram from Herbert H. D. Peirce to William Loeb

Herbert H. D. Peirce writes to William Loeb regarding an error with dinner invitations for the Japanese and Russian envoys. Baron Jutaro Komura accidentally received a telegram intended for Baron Roman Romanovich Rosen. Peirce has clarified arrangements and rectified the situation.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-07

Letter from John Barrett to William Loeb

John Barrett writes to William Loeb to discuss a memorandum he wrote for President Roosevelt regarding Japanese immigration.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-08

Letter from Herbert H. D. Peirce to William Loeb

Herbert H. D. Peirce writes to William Loeb to ask if President Roosevelt wants the chairs used by Count Vitte and Baron Komura during the peace negotiations.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-09

Telegram fron Herbert H. D. Peirce to Theodore Roosevelt

Herbert H. D. Peirce writes that Baron Komura will be in New York and wishes to visit President Roosevelt along with Baron Takahira.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-09-04

Letter from Kentarō Kaneko to Theodore Roosevelt

Kentarō Kaneko sends a telegram from Baron Komura and requests if President Roosevelt has any advice.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-27

Telegram from John Callan O’Laughlin to Benjamin F. Barnes

John Callan O’Laughlin reports to his friend President Roosevelt from the Portsmouth Peace Conference which is attempting to end the Russo-Japanese War. O’Laughlin encourages Roosevelt to effect a temporary adjournment, as peace talks may have reached a stalemate. Japan refuses any concessions regarding the Island of Sakhalin, and Russia refuses to pay indemnities on principle.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-27

Letter from John Callan O’Laughlin to Theodore Roosevelt

John Callan O’Laughlin reports to President Roosevelt from the Portsmouth Peace Conference, which was attempting to end the Russo-Japanese War. O’Laughlin says he is glad Roosevelt was able to secure an adjournment for a few days, as negotiations had reached a stalemate and Roosevelt needs time to communicate with the Russian and Japanese governments. O’Laughlin says the Russian Tsar refuses to pay any indemnities on principle, while Japan demands payment on principle, but the reporter tells Roosevelt they may be able to reach a separate agreement about the money later. If the belligerents try to leave the conference and restart the war, O’Laughlin says Roosevelt might make a statement that they are merely fighting over money to get public opinion involved.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-27

Letter from Kentarō Kaneko to Theodore Roosevelt

Kentarō Kaneko received President Roosevelt’s message and regrets the response of Russia to Roosevelt’s peace attempts. Enclosed is a telegram from Baron Komura.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-28

Letter from Kentarō Kaneko to Theodore Roosevelt

Kentaro Kaneko tells President Roosevelt that he has received a telegram from Baron Komura, which states that Emperor Meiji has decided that if Russia recognizes Japan’s claims on Sakhalin, Japan will remove all demands of money. Kaneko notes that this is the exact line of policy that Roosevelt presented in his letters.

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Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-08-29