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Assistant Secretary of State Forster sends William Loeb information from Ambassador Eddy which states that Russia has released the Malacca, a British steamship. Eddy notes that since this was the main point of the issue, “the tension will be relaxed,” most likely referring to tension between England and Russia from Russia seizing British merchant shipping.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-22
The success of German submarines has given Theodore Roosevelt a “very uneasy feeling.” Roosevelt is concerned that Great Britain’s ability to continue fighting might rely on American merchant shipping. As such, the British should be cautious when protesting neutrality rights and confiscating cargoes. Great Britain must decide what is in their own interests, but if they are mistaken the responsibility is upon them. Roosevelt hopes the British will avoid a “clash” with the United States, no matter who is in the right. The Wilson administration is courting the German vote and Roosevelt understands British contempt for the administration.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1915-02-05
An article Theodore Roosevelt wrote on exercising the naval right of search will be published soon and it generally follows Ambassador Spring Rice’s opinion. If he were president, Roosevelt would not let anyone exercise the right of search but he would also have intervened on behalf of Belgium and prevented Americans from violating neutrality. Roosevelt views President Wilson as a timid, unscrupulous, coldblooded, and selfish man. He believes Wilson is attempting to keep the support of pacifists and placate the German and Irish vote. Eventually, Great Britain and France will need American help and Wilson will become the “righteous peace-maker.” Wilson’s current misconduct will then be forgotten.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1914-11-11
Captain Munger reports to Secretary of the Treasury Cortelyou on the United States Revenue Cutter Service’s seizure of Japanese sealing schooners. Munger asks for Cortelyou to send the District Attorney and U.S. Commissioner stationed at Seward to help.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-07-08
Jutaro¯ Komura discusses the situation concerning the Russian vessel of war Askold being repaired at the port of Shanghai. When it was discovered that the repairs would restore fighting power to the vessel, the Japanese Consul General at Shanghai warned the Taotai that the repairs were in violation of neutral obligations and requested that the necessary repairs to make the vessel seaworthy be completed within two days. The Taotai replied that they had brought these demands to the Russian Consul but that the captain refused to leave the port or dismantle the vessel. However, the Chinese Government agreed to make demands upon the Russian minister and instruct the Taotai.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-21
This telegram provides information on the views of the Japanese Imperial Government in regard to the disposition of the Russian vessel of war which took refuge at Shanghai. The international character of the Shanghai port is taken into consideration. Minister Komura asks Baron Takahira to notify the Taotai of the instructions and report on the results.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-08-14
Assistant Secretary of State Forster informs William Loeb of a cable that the Secretary of State has received from Spencer F. Eddy. The cable states that the relationship between England and Russia is becoming strained because Russia has been seizing British merchant shipping.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-07-22
The British government, represented by Vice Consul Rhodes, is concerned that two British steamers, the Manavi and Quito, will be seized by Colombia in order to transfer troops to Panama and fight the Panamanian revolution. Another concern is that the Panamanian provisional government will attack the steamers if they are seized by Colombia. Commander Diehl consulted with General Obarrio who agreed not to attack the British steamers. The isthmus is quiet and the Panamanians are prepared to defend their newly declared republic.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-09
The British consul and the Panamanian provisional government fear that Colombia will seize two British steamers and use them to transport troops. Britain is also concerned about the steamers being sunk. Commander Diehl believes that the landing of troops will lead to a prolonged campaign and requests instructions.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-11-09