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Charles W. Fairbanks telephoned, describing a meeting with Senator McCreary of Kentucky. The arbitration treaty would most likely be supported by the American South if the adjudication of Southern bonds did not fall to an arbitral tribunal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-01-20
President Roosevelt thanks Samuel W. Small and Mr. Howell for their aid. Roosevelt believes that Senator Francis Marion Cockrell and Senator James B. McCreary will support the Panama treaty. He has been surprised at the opposition in the Southern states and if it could be arranged he would retire from politics to get the treaty passed.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-29
President Roosevelt is pleased to be named Honorary President of the American Peace and Arbitration League. He approves of the League’s “practical program for peace,” which involves both ensuring the nation has adequate defenses, as well as striving for arbitration of international disputes. Should Hayne Davis not continue as president of the League, he would like to see Senator James B. McCreary in that position.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-05-30
President Roosevelt was surprised at the opposition to the Panama Canal from the South and Pacific slope. He believes the canal will be a great accomplishment. Roosevelt believes Senators Cockrell and McCreary will support the treaty.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-29
Senator Root has previously recommended several men to President William H. Taft for appointment to the Waterways Commission, and therefore does not feel that he can shift his support to Hannis Taylor as Theodore Roosevelt hoped.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-03-07
Vice President Fairbanks informs President Roosevelt that he spoke to Senator James B. McCreary, but he is so opposed to the treaty that it is of no use for the President to see him. However, McCreary is well disposed toward the President personally, and Fairbanks suggests Roosevelt show him some attention when it is convenient to do so.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-03-09