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President Roosevelt hopes Secretary of State Elihu Root can attend the dinner, but can not suggest anyone who could replace Assistant Secretary of State Robert Bacon. Roosevelt asks Colonel Robert Means Thompson to give his regards to Shogu Nagasaki, and to assure him of Roosevelt’s feelings of respect for Emperor Meiji of Japan.
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1908-09-10
President Roosevelt informs Secretary of State Root that the Japanese government has already informally announced the exposition’s postponement to the United States, and a formal announcement should appear soon. The delay until 1917 guarantees its success as the current date does not allow for adequate preparation. Additionally, Roosevelt finds it fitting that the newly scheduled exhibition marks the fiftieth anniversary of Emperor Meiji’s reign. He will discuss preparation for the exposition with Congress.
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1908-09-01
President Roosevelt conveys to Japanese ambassador Takahira his deep appreciation of the Japanese government’s informal notification of its rescheduling the international exposition. Roosevelt inquires if he can do anything to help make the exposition successful, as he feels it is an admirable project.
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1908-08-20
Ambassador Kogoro Takahira writes President Roosevelt, informing him that he has been awarded the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun. Takahira also writes that he has been appointed ambassador to Rome.
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1907-04-03
Emperor Meiji has appointed Baron Komura, minister for foreign affairs, and Mr. Takshira as plenipotentiaries for Japan.
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1905-07-03
Late last night, Ambassador Meyer received a letter from Minister Lamzdorf informing him of Emperor Nicholas II’s decision to accept President Roosevelt’s invitation for peace talks with Japan. Meyer has had some frustrating and heated discussions with Lamzdorf and has had to threaten to take matters to the Emperor himself. Lamzdorf is eager to know who the Japanese plan to appoint as plenipotentiaries, so that Russia can choose its best representatives. Meyer hopes that Russia does not appoint Ambassador Nelidov who he considers to be “too old and nervous.”
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1905-06-18
Emperor Meiji is convinced that his people do not desire peace at any price and would support him in continuing the war rather than have him come to terms that may be dishonorable. The Emperor is willing to meet with the Russians and President Roosevelt to discuss peace terms. This must be kept absolutely secret and Roosevelt must take the initiative in obtaining the consent of the Japanese government. Czar Nicholas II’s answer and agreement to such a meeting must be kept secret until Japan agrees. Roosevelt will openly ask both powers to a meeting. Meiji urges that consent be obtained from the Japanese government as soon as possible.
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1905-06-07
Minister for Foreign Affairs Komura informs Chargé d’Affaires Hioki that Emperor Meiji of Japan has commanded him to transmit his thanks to President Roosevelt for the birthday wishes that had been sent, and instructs Hioki to act accordingly.
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1904-11-05
Second Assistant Secretary of State Alvey A. Adee sends William Loeb a copy of a memorandum by Eki Hioki, thanking President Roosevelt for the message he sent to Meiji, Emperor of Japan, on his anniversary.
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1904-11-05
President Roosevelt and Japanese Emperor Meiji play tennis on the lawn of Oyster Bay as “international umpires” look on. Caption: Why not settle international disputes by peaceful personal combats between the heads of nations — let the president challenge the Mikado.
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1907-07-11
Uncle Sam holds back “customs officers” and points Alice Roosevelt to “the open door” at the “U.S. Custom House.” An attendant brings gifts from the “Emperor of Korea,” the “Emperor of Japan,” “Philippine friends,” and the “Dowager Empress of China.”
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1905-10-22
President Roosevelt holds Japanese Emperor Meiji in one hand and Russian Emperor Nicholas II in the other.
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1905-06-28
Russian Emperor Nicholas II and Japanese Emperor Meiji, who holds a “Port Arthur Manchuria” suitcase, hold the hands of an angel with President Roosevelt’s face. Caption: “Peace hath her Victories,” &c.—(Milton.)
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1905-09
In the first section, Russian Emperor Nicholas II and Japanese Emperor Meiji come to President Roosevelt, saying, “We cannot agree on peace terms. Roosevelt responds, “What?” In the second section, Roosevelt knocks their heads together and says, “Well—suppose you get together and try again—” In the third section, Nicholas II and Meiji have stars around their heads as they look as a paper that reads, “Russo-Japan Peace Terms.” Roosevelt stands in the doorway with his “big stick” and says, “—And I’ll give you just 15 minutes to sign those papers—”
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1905-09
President Roosevelt wears a “world’s champion peacemakers medal” as he looks over the globe and asks, “Any more peace needed down there, neighbors?” He holds olive branches and a dove in one hand and a “long distance peace telescope” in the other. “France” and John Bull hung each other on one side while “Spain” says, “He let me in on the peace ground floor.” A man in Africa holds a paper that reads, “all quiet across the Congo,” and says, “I’ll wire this to Teddy!” Meanwhile, Russian Emperor Nicholas II and Japanese Emperor Meiji bow toward one another. German Emperor William II puts his finger to his hand and says, “Well, I’ve got to keep quiet or Roosevelt will be after me.”
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1905-08-31
President Roosevelt watches as Russian Emperor Nicholas II and Japanese Emperor Meiji shake hands. Nicholas II says, “Oh joyski,” while Meiji says, “Banzai.” In the background, “France,” John Bull, Russian General N. P. Linevich, and Japanese Field Marshal Iwao Ōyama cheer. Linevich says, “Have a vodka with me, my dear Ōyama,” while Ōyama says, “No, this is on me, general.” Roosevelt says, “Bless you, my peaceful children, de-lighted,” as a large Roosevelt face eclipses the “war” sun.
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1905-08-30
President Roosevelt stands to the side of Russian Emperor Nicholas II and Japanese Emperor Meiji, who shake hands. Caption: Peace hath her victories no less renowned than war.—Milton.
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1905-06-24
The goddess of peace and Japanese Emperor Meiji walk beside each other while President Roosevelt holds a rope attached to the goddess. Roosevelt reads “The Strenuous Life” while he has a book by Thucydides under his arm. In the background, a bear watches from a battleship in the background.
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1905-07-30
In the first vignette, a man calls to President Roosevelt, who is about to play tennis. Caption: “O, Mr. President, you’re wanted on the long distance ‘phone. Emperor William wants to discuss that Morocco matter with you.” In the second vignette, a woman calls to Roosevelt, who is about to get on a horse. Caption: “O, Mr. President, they want you on the ‘phone. President Castro wants to talk over that Venezuela matter with you.” In the third, Roosevelt is about to get on a boat. Caption: “O, Mr. President, you’re wanted on the ‘phone. The czar wants to ask you something about the peace conference.” In the fourth, Roosevelt stands in a canoe. Caption: “O, Mr. President, can you come in immediately? The mikado wants to talk with you.”
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1905-07-18
Three panels depict President Roosevelt’s deeds. The first shows him charging up a hill with the caption of “first in war.” The second shows him holding an olive branch under a banner that reads, “Peace! in the name of humanity,” with the caption of “first in peace.” The third shows Japanese Emperor Meiji and Russian Tsar Nicholas II shaking hands with the caption of “first in the arts of diplomacy.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-06-11