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President Roosevelt asks C. H. Graves to thank the American Olympic team for their telegram and is glad to hear of the warm reception they received in Sweden.
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1908-08-14
Charles K. Johansen, representing a committee of fifty New York City Swedish organizations, invites Theodore Roosevelt to attend a fair the committee is throwing to benefit the “Swedish Home for Aged People” Association. He writes that New York mayor, William Jay Gaynor, will be opening the fair, and hopes Roosevelt can come speak on one of the fair dates. One of the dates, November 6th, is the anniversary of former King of Sweden Gustav II Adolf’s death, so there will be a special ceremony including costumes from the time of the Thirty Years’ War. Johansen hopes if Roosevelt were to attend and present, he could mention his reception in Sweden, as it would be significant for him to address a large Swedish audience for the first time as far as Johansen can recall.
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1911-10-12
Acting Secretary of State Peirce informs President Roosevelt that the Swedish government would like the United States to delay recognition of the newly formed government of Norway until Sweden could present its views on the matter. Peirce informed the government representative that the United States had not received any news of Norway’s independence.
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1905-07-01
Senator Nelson congratulates President Roosevelt for bringing Russia and Japan together for peace negotiations. While Nelson does not think it appropriate for either himself or Roosevelt to recognize the new Norwegian government, he suggests that Roosevelt may commend Sweden and Norway for being able to “come together on some fair basis without bloodshed.”
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1905-06-17
President Roosevelt provides Secretary of State Hay with a list of appointments in the diplomatic and consular service after March 4, 1905. Roosevelt includes a handwritten note, “All this is tentative.”
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1904-12-17
President Roosevelt wishes he could study the socialist movement in Denmark, and outlines his thoughts on the topic for Ambassador Egan.
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1908-08-05
President Roosevelt sends his condolences to King Gustav V and to Sweden for the death of King Oscar II.
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1907-12-08
Theodore Roosevelt tells Senator Nelson that while he has done his best to bring Russia and Japan together, he is not sure if it will result in peace. He is not sure what he can do about the other matter regarding relations between Norway and Sweden, as he does “not want to get to be a ‘meddlesome Matty’ in foreign affairs.” If he sees an opportunity to say something that will have a positive effect, he will do so.
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1905-06-23
Wayne MacVeagh reports on the events leading up to his suggestion that the Venezuelan blockade by Great Britain, Italy, and Germany be resolved through arbitration at the Hague. MacVeagh believes that the nations’ willingness to use the court and abide by its decision bodes well for continuing international peace.
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1903-1904
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1911-12-09
Egan, Maurice Francis, 1852-1924
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
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This report compiled by Luther Hess Waring contains the laws of various European countries regarding futures, options, and other limitations that affect stock exchanges. The countries included in the document are Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland, with particular attention paid to the German Empire.
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1908-03-19
Ambassador White updates President Roosevelt on diplomatic events in France and elsewhere: White attended a dinner with several important French diplomats where Roosevelt was spoken of warmly and “Washington topics” were warmly recalled; a state visit from the King and Queen of Norway that was cordial except for one Swedish minister who was quite rude to the King at a reception; the state of relations between Japan and California; and the appointment of Thomas J. O’Brien as ambassador to Japan.
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1907-05-29
Henry W. Taft is obliged to President Roosevelt for his letter regarding the Santo Domingo matter. He congratulates Roosevelt about New York City and calls it, “the most signal victory within the party that we have ever had in our city.” If they can replace Benjamin B. Odell, Taft feels William D. Barnes or Timothy L. Woodruff would both make good state chairman but worries people would see that as following Roosevelt’s plan for where the party is headed. He also thinks Herbert Parsons would make a solid governor or state chairman as he both stands for reform but is also practical, unlike F. Norton Goddard.
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1906-09-22
Hjalmar Christian Hauge called on Second Assistant Secretary of State Adee to advocate for the recognition of Norway as an independent nation following the action of the Storting on June 7 to dissolve the union with Sweden. Adee had explained to Hauge that action would be unlikely until Secretary of State Elihu Root had taken office. Adee cautions President Roosevelt that the question may also be raised if the credentials of the new minister from Sweden suggest representation of both Sweden and Norway.
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1905-07-13
Hjalmar Christian Hauge provides background information and updates on Norway’s efforts to form a fully independent country from Sweden. Hauge asks newly appointed Secretary of State Root if the United States will recognize Norway’s diplomats and the unique needs of the Norwegian people.
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1905-07-12
Ambassador Sternburg writes President Roosevelt about the terms of the Madrid conference regulating the rights of foreigners in Morocco.
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1905-06-01
Theodore Roosevelt will meet with the Swedish prince but the general policy is to discourage royalty from visiting as to not set a precedent that many would attempt to follow. Only Congress can declare a guest of the nation so the prince will only receive “informal hospitality.”
1907-07-19
Theodore Roosevelt gives a description of his travels after completing the safari portion of the 1909-1910 expedition. Roosevelt traveled from Khartoum to London and visited many European countries along the way. He provides descriptions and opinions on the countries he visited and the people he met, particularly the members of European royalty.
1911-10-01
Senator Lodge is pleased with the settlement of the Anthracite Coal Strike and believes Republicans in Massachusetts will benefit. Lodge has two problems with which he would like help. First, he is seeking a fishing treaty with Newfoundland but wants to delay an agreement until after the election because he believes such a treaty will be unpopular in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Secondly, there is a Swedish translator that is set to be removed as he has not passed the civil service exam. Lodge would like him to keep his position as his removal will be unpopular and the replacement candidates are less than adequate.
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1902-10-20