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Composite photograph showing President Theodore Roosevelt seated at his desk with Cabinet members superimposed near him. The members are identified as (left to right): Taft, Wilson, Straus, Root, Hitchcock, Cortelyou, Bonaparte, Metcalf and Shaw.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
1906
Jacob H. Schiff believes that the Kishinev petition, written after the recent massacre of Jewish citizens in Russia, was a mistake and that the proposed conference between Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States is unjust. There is no “Jewish problem” for the United States and Russia must find a solution from within. Schiff wants the American ambassador to Russia to represent “true American spirit.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-08-06
Edward E. Norton suggests that George H. Lyman advocate for the inclusion of Godfrey Morse at a meeting with President Roosevelt. The meeting will discuss the B’nai B’rith petition to Emperor Nicholas II regarding the Kishinev Massacre.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-09
The unknown author approves of President Roosevelt’s selections to represent the United States at the coronation of King Edward VII.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-15
Assistant Secretary of State Loomis has received William Loeb’s letter of December 28 with the enclosed telegram from Oscar S. Straus. The State Department has made the suggested inquiries of the British Embassy, Russian Embassy, and Consul at Odessa.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-12-29
Albert Shaw writes to President Roosevelt to suggest moving U.S. ships from port in Beirut to other ports under English control. Oscar S. Straus is also communicating with Roosevelt on the subject.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-09-03
Secretary of State Hay received President Roosevelt’s orders too late last night to act. The press has now received the story, and Hay has written letters to Oscar S. Straus, Leo N. Levi, and Simon Wolf.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-07-17
Secretary of State Hay returns the letter and clipping from Oscar S. Straus. It appears that President Roosevelt is doing exactly what Straus suggests.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-12-22
Adolph S. Ochs requests further consideration of Oscar S. Straus for appointment to the Hague tribunal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-01-04
Adolph S. Ochs recommends Oscar S. Straus for an appointment to the Hague tribunal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-24