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Paul Morton gives President Roosevelt his assessment on the currency question and other economic matters, and suggests that he contact Charles A. Conant or Frank A. Vanderlip if he wants unofficial expert advice. Morton likes the idea of Roosevelt issuing a manifesto on Cuba and suggests that there will never be a better time for it.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-09-14
Assistant Secretary of State Bacon writes to Ambassador George von Lengerke Meyer about the situation in Russia. The blame for the instability of the Duma should be evenly distributed between Tsar Nicholas II and his advisors. Bacon believed actual action and sacrifices mean more than words and sees the need for the formation of a constitutional government and a route out of bankruptcy as Russia’s highest concerns. The government is suppressing the distribution of the new Viborg Manifesto, created by former Dumas members.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-07-28
Thomas Fraser encloses an essay he promised to send, which illustrated and predicted the predominance of the rifle in war. Fraser also asks President Roosevelt’s opinion on the Czar’s manifesto announcing the “urgent necessity” for Russian command of the Pacific Ocean throughout the ages.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-03-16
Vahan Cardashian has spoken to the Turkish ambassador, Seyfettin Bey, and shares information with a reporter about the position of Turkey in the conflict with Italy. Cardashian does not believe the reasons used by the Italians justify an attack on Tripoli.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-10-03