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Letter from George von Lengerke Meyer to John Hay

Ambassador Meyer writes to Secretary of State Hay concerning a translated article from the Russian newspaper “Novoe Vremya”. Meyer remarks that write ups in this newspaper have been tinged with negativity against the United States, and the newspaper has taken a neutral standpoint concerning Roosevelt’s efforts. Meyer then makes mention of President Roosevelt’s invitation for sending plenipotentiaries and plans for an armistice.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-06-21

Letter from George von Lengerke Meyer to Theodore Roosevelt

Ambassador Meyer writes to President Roosevelt comparing the situation in Russia to events in France during the French Revolution. Meyer goes into detail about the current political crisis in Russia, mentioning the need for reform, the need for improved conditions for the military, and the public opinion of the czar. Meyer describes the shutting down of newspaper offices, the imprisonment of editors, and strikes that could take place. He suggests that an American military attache could be of great help to him, as communication and media in St. Petersburg are not reliable.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-12-20

Our new representative in America

An editorial from the Russian Zionist newspaper Razsviet, questions the appointment of Baron Roman Romanovich Rosen to the post of Russian ambassador to the United States. The post is “probably the most important, every step, every thought of which is connected with extreme responsibility.” The question becomes whether the new ambassador can inspire “sincere respect for an Empire defeated by the Japanese.”

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1905-05-21

The Russian Press

A summary of the reaction of several Russian newspapers to an incident arising from a letter German Emperor William II sent to Edward Marjoribanks, Baron Tweedmouth. Several of the newspapers criticize the letter as a breach of private correspondence and diplomatic etiquette.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1908-03-11

Blames the Yankees

The Russian newspaper Novoe Vremya claims that war is being brought to Russia by the antagonism of the new world. The United States is seeking world hegemony and is undertaking an anti-Russian campaign.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-02-03