List of papers, with subjects of correspondence
circulars.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Circular | 1899 Mar. 27 | Passports for persons residing or sojourning abroad. | 1 | |
| do | Sept. 26 | Passports. Intent to return to the United States. | 4 | |
| do | 1902 Jan. 17 | Same | 1 | |
| do | Mar. 25 | Charge of diplomatic mission in the absence of its head. Construction of article 19 “Instructions to diplomatic officers.” | 4 | |
| do | Apr. 26 | Charges against diplomatic and consular officers. | 5 | |
| do | May 20 | Cessation of military occupation of Cuba by the United States. | 6 | |
| do | May 24 | Protection of Cuban Interest by United States consular officials. | 6 | |
| do | Oct. 22 | Passports to residents of insular possessions of the United States. | 6 |
argentine republic.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Lord (telegram). | 1901. Dec. 21 | Refusal to exempt operators of Central and South American Telegraph Co. from military service. Instructs to inquire if exemption will be granted. | 23 | |
| Mr. Lord to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Dec. 23 | Same subject. Reports that exception will not be granted. | 23 | |
| 161 | Same to same | 1902. Jan. 7 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram | 24 |
| 186 | Same to same | May 10 | Extracts from message of President of Argentine Republic. | 13 |
| 191 | Same to same | June 3 | Adjustment of difficulty between Argentine Republic and Chile, incloses texts of peace agreements. | 18 |
| 192 | Same to same | June 16 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Argentine Republic. | 21 |
| 200 | Same to same. | Sept. 1 | Adjustment of difficulty between Argentine Republic and Chile. Reports ceremonials in commemoration of. | 23 |
austria-hungary.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 38 | Mr. McCormiek to Mr. Hay | 1901 Nov. 12 | Passport application of Moses Lilienthal submitted for instructions. | 65 |
| 19 | Mr. Hill to Mr. McCormiek. | Nov. 19 | Status of naturalized United States citizens of Austro-Hungarian origin returning to their native country. Retention by Hungarian officials of passport and certificate of naturalization of Josef Janco. Incloses Janco’s complaint and instructs to report. | 49 |
| 53 | Mr. McCormiek to Mr. Hay. | Dec. 29 | Same subject. Roportson Janco’s case and states that matter will be taken up with foreign office. | 60 |
| 25 | Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick. | 1902 Jan. 3 | Military service of Joseph Kristof. Incloses correspondence and instructs to investigate. | 61 |
| 30 | Same to same | Jan. 18 | Passport application of Moses Lilienthal. Approves withholding of passport. | 66 |
| Mr. McCormiek to Mr. Hay | do | Passage through United States of remains of late Mexican minister to Austria-Hungary. Requests courtesies on occasion of. | 25 | |
| 63 | Same to same | 1902 Jan. 22 | Military service cases of Joseph Knopp, Jacob Friedberg, Harry Schmierie, Michael Tenzer and Frank Howrka. Reports on. | 63 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to Austro-Hungarian Government memorandum of Feb. 1, 1902, expressing views of United States. | 26 | |
| 67 | Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay | Feb. 11 | Status of naturalized United States citizens of Austro-Hungarian origin returning to their native country. Retention by Hungarian officials of passport and certificate of naturalization of Josef Janco. Incloses correspondence and reports interviews with minister for foreign affairs in connection with case of Janco, mentions a tentative proposal of Austria-Hungary to abrogate the naturalization treaty, explains that a law of “military defense” stands in the way of enforcement of demands made by legation in regard to passports and naturalization papers, and suggests this as a propitious time for securing a satisfactory arrangement. | 51 |
| 32 | Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick | Feb. 12 | Passage through United States of remains of late Mexican minister to Austria-Hungary. States that customary courtesies will be extended on occasion of. | 25 |
| 35 | Same to same | Mar. 6 | Status of naturalized United States citizens of Austro-Hungarian origin returning to their native country. Approves conduct of matter as reported in dispatch No. 67. | 56 |
| Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Raising of United States legation to Austria-Hungary and Austro-Hungarian legation to United States to embassies. Reports intention of Austria-Hungary. | 27 | |
| 71 | Same to same | Mar. 7 | Same subject. Confirms above, with details | 27 |
| 72 | Same to same | Mar. 8 | Same subject. Incloses article from Vienna Fremdenblatt. | 28 |
| 36 | Mr. Hill to Mr. McCormick | Mar. 11 | Right of widow of Austro-Hungarian soldier to pension. Instructs to investigate. | 33 |
| Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay. | Apr. 1 | Political, social, and commercial relations between the United States and Austria-Hungary. Incloses article from the Neue Wiener Tagblatt. | 34 | |
| 40 | Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick | Apr. 7 | Raising of United States legation to Austria-Hungary and Austro-Hungarian legation to United States to embassies. States that United States will raise legation. | 29 |
| 77 | Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay | Apr. 22 | Right of widow of Austro-Hungarian soldier to pension. Incloses information secured from I. and R. ministry of war. | 33 |
| 81 | Same to same | May 7 | Military service case of Joseph Kristof. Reports efforts to secure Kristof’s discharge. | 62 |
| 82 | Same to same | do | Passport application of Theodor F. Alexander. Submits for instructions. | 67 |
| Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay | May 20 | Raising of United States legation to Austria-Hungary and Austro-Hungarian legation to United States to embassies. Reports that Emperor will be glad to receive an ambassador from the United States. | 29 | |
| 84 | Same to same | May 23 | Passport application of Armin Freiman. Submits for instructions. | 69 |
| 45 | Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick | May 28 | Passport Application of Theodor F. Alexander. Instructs to issue passport. | 68 |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 29 | Raising of United States legation to Austria-Hungary and Austro-Hungarian legation to United States to embassies. Notifies Mr. McCormick of his nomination and confirmation as ambassador. | 30 | |
| 85 | Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay | May 30 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, with appreciation. | 30 |
| 46 | Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick | June 3 | Same subject. Notification of Mr. McCormick’s appointment as ambassador. | 30 |
| 50 | Same to same | June 21 | Passport application of Armin Freiman. States that case is covered by circular of Mar. 27, 1899, and legation must decide, from the circumstances, what action to take. | 69 |
| Mr. McCormick to Mr. Hay (telegram). | June 28 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Austria-Hungary. | 36 | |
| 1 | Same to same | June 30 | Raising of United States legation to Austria-Hungary and Austro-Hungarian legation to United States to embassies. Reports reception as ambassador. | 31 |
| 55 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Hale | 1902. July 22 | Same subject. Acknowledges above and instructs to report when Austria-Hungary will raise its mission to rank of embassy. | 32 |
| 57 | Mr. Hill to Mr. McCormick | July 28 | Admission into Austria-Hungary of proprietary preparations of American manufacture. Incloses correspondence and instructs to investigate and report regarding regulations, etc. | 37 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. McCormick | Aug. 11 | Jews in Roumania, discriminations against; condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions, and appeals to the principles laid down in the Treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to minister for foreign affairs. | 42 | |
| 5 | Mr. McCormiek to Mr. Hay | do | Military service case of Joseph Kristof. Reports release of Kristof. | 63 |
| 6 | Same to same | Aug. 12 | Raising of United States legation to Austria-Hungary and Austro-Hungarian legation to United States to embassies. States that an ambassador will be appointed by Austria-Hungary upon going into effect of the budget. | 32 |
| 60 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Hale | Aug. 14 | Admission into Austria-Hungary of proprietary preparations of American manufacture. Refers to instruction No. 57 and incloses further correspondence. | 38 |
| Mr. Hale to Mr. Hay | Aug. 27 | Same subject. Roports that matter has been presented to ministry for foreign affairs. | 39 | |
| 63 | Mr. Adee to Mr. McCormick | Sept. 3 | Sending of Hungarian national banner to the United States. Incloses letter of A. S. Ambrose reporting and instructs to investigate. | 45 |
| The Emperor of Austria to the President (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape from injury. | 48 | |
| The President to the Emperor of Austria (telegram). | Sept. 6 | Same subject. Acknowledges above | 49 | |
| 25 | Mr. Hale to Mr. Hay | Oct. 13 | Admission into Austria-Hungary of proprietary preparations of American manufacture. Incloses correspondence outlining: conditions of. | 39 |
| 26 | Same to same | Oct. 17 | Status of naturalized United States citizens of Austro-Hungarian origin returning to their native country. Retention by Hungarian officials of passport and certificate of naturalization of Josef Janco. Reports that orders have been issued to Hungarian local authorities to deliver receipts stating reasons for taking papers. Incloses correspondence with foreign office in connection with Janco case suggesting regulations on the lines agreed to by the Austrian Government on the subject of passports. | 56 |
| 30 | Same to same | Oct. 30 | Passport application of Harry Frommer. Submits for instructions. | 70 |
| 32 | Same to same | Nov. 4 | Sending of Hungarian national banner to the United States. Inclosed note from foreign office stating that the project is a purely patriotic one, and has no political significance. | 47 |
| 75 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hale | Nov. 19 | Passport application of Harry Frommer. Approves course in withholding passport. | 71 |
belgium.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Count Lichtervelde to Mr. Hay. | 1901. Mar. 11 | Fine on Belgian steamship Belgika in the Philippine Islands. Presents for consideration reclamation of the Compagnie Générale des Philippines. | 73 | |
| 267 | Mr. Hay to Count Lichtervelde. | Mar. 18 | Same subject. States that matter has been referred to Secretary of War. | 74 |
| Mr. Wautersto Mr. Hay | Oct. 20 | Same subject. Renews request for favorable consideration of reclamation. | 74 | |
| 310 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wauters | Oct. 30 | Same subject. Secretary of War has been asked for report. | 75 |
| Belgian legation to Department of State (memorandum). | Dec. 20 | Same subject. Sets forth further grounds in support of claim. | 75 | |
| 14 | Mr. Hay to Baron Moncheur | Dec. 24 | Same subject. States that above memorandum has been referred to the Secretary of War and a report requested. | 76 |
| 17 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wauters | 1902. Jan. 11 | Same subject. Reviews case and states that United States Government can not entertain claim. | 76 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Townsend | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to Belgian Government memorandum of Feb. 1, 1902, expressing views of United States. | 26 | |
| 127 | Mr. Townsend to Mr. Hay | Mar. 6 | Sugar-bounty conference. Text of convention. | 80 |
| Baron Moncheur to Mr. Hay | Apr. 8 | Fine on Belgian steamship Belgika in the Philippine Islands, Requests reduction of fine. | 78 | |
| 132 | Mr. Townsend to Mr. Hay | Apr. 19 | Riots and strikes in Belgium over question of suffrage. Brief sketch of electoral system. | 85 |
| 62 | Mr. Hay to Baron Moncheur | Apr. 28 | Fine on Belgian steamship Belgika in the Philippine Islands. States fine can not be rescinded. | 79 |
| 135 | Mr. Townsend to Mr. Hay | May 6 | Sugar-bounty conference. Reports ratification by Chamber of Deputies. | 84 |
| 138 | Mr. Townsend to Mr. Hay | June 11 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Belgium. | 86 |
| Treaty between the United States and Belgium. | June 14 | For the mutual extradition of fugitives from justice. Text. | 87 | |
| Additional act concluded at Brussels Dec. 14, 1900, by the plenipotentiaries of the United States and other countries. | Aug. 25 | For the protection of industrial property, modifying the industrial-property convention of March 20, 1883. Text. | 92 | |
| King of the Belgians to the President (telegram). | Sept. 6 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape from injury. | 97 | |
| The President to the King of the Belgians (telegram). | do | Same subject. Acknowledges above | 97 | |
| Mr. Winthrop to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Sept. 20 | Death of the Queen of Belgium reported. | 98 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Winthrop (telegram). | do | Same subject. Instructs to express condolences. | 98 | |
| Memorandum of State Department. | Sept. 24 | Same subject. States that Belgium minister called to express thanks of King and Government for sympathy of United States. | 98 | |
| Belgian legation to Department of State (memorandum). | Oct. 6 | Protection of Belgian interests in Haiti by United States naval vessel requested. | 98 | |
| Department of State to Belgian legation (memorandum). | Oct. 10 | Same subject, Instructions have been issued in compliance with above request. | 99 | |
| 95 | Mr. Hay to Baron Moncheur. | Oct. 13 | Fine on Belgian steamship Belgika in the Philippine Islands. States that Secretary of War declines to reverse judgment against vessel. | 80 |
| Mr. Townsend to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Nov. 15 | Attempt on life of King of Belgium reported. | 99 | |
| 164 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports in detail | 99 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Townsend (telegram). | Nov. 17 | Same subject, Instructs to convey congratulations on King’s escape from harm. | 100 | |
| 165 | Mr. Townsend to Mr. Hay | Nov. 19 | Same subject. Reports having carried out above instruction. | 100 |
| 166 | Same to same | Dec. 3 | Same subject. Incloses reply of minister for foreign affairs to letter of congratulation. | 100 |
bolivia.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 341 | Mr. Barber to Mr. Hay | 1902. June 2 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Bolivia. | 101 |
| 8 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Sorsby | Oct. 4 | Protection of British interests in Bolivia by United States officials. Instructs to continue, if agreeable to Bolivian Government. | 101 |
| 27 | Mr. Sorsby to Mr. Hay. | Dec. 27 | Same subject. Reports that arrangement is satisfactory to Bolivian Government. | 102 |
brazil.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 396 | Mr. Dawson to Mr. Hay | 1902. Feb. 6 | Treaty submitting to arbitration the question of the boundary between Brazil and British Guiana. Text. | 103 |
| 411 | Mr. Bryan to Mr. Hay | Apr. 30 | Inadvisability of American emigration to the Upper Amazon region. Reports. | 105 |
| 434 | Same to same | July 11 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Incloses correspondence and reports assent of Brazil. | 106 |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Bryan (telegram). | 1902. July 30 | Inheritance tax on estate of Baron Thomsen. Instructs to invoke good offices of Brazilian Government with a view to assure due legal process. | 107 | |
| Mr. Dawson to Mr. Hay (telegram). | July 31 | Same subject. Reports that vigorous steps have been taken in matter. | 108 | |
| 438 | Mr. Bryan to Mr. Hay | Aug. 4 | Same subject. Reports in detail present Status of case. Incloses correspondence. | 108 |
| 439 | Same to same. | Aug. 5 | Same subject. Reports temporary suspension of proceedings. | 112 |
| 454 | Same to same | Sept. 15 | Same subject. Reports that a compromise has been sought by the parties through the executive. | 112 |
| Same to same (telegram). | Sept. 27 | Same subject. Reports amicable settlement. | 113 | |
| 455 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Incloses letter from United States consular agent at Rio Grande do Sul reporting settlement. | 113 |
| 296 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Bryan | Oct. 6 | Same subject. Transmits letter of thanks from Thomson’s attorneys. | 114 |
| 470 | Mr. Bryan to Mr. Hay | Nov. 18 | Inauguration of President Alves. Address of United States minister and President’s reply. | 114 |
| 471 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Exchange of courtesies between officers of U. S. S. Iowa and Brazilian officials. | 115 |
chile.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 224 | Mr. Wilson to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 3 | Relations between the United States and Chile. Incloses newspaper accounts bearing upon. | 116 |
| 230 | Same to same | Feb. 11 | Courtesies to U. S. battleships Iowa and Wisconsin. Reports. | 119 |
| 204 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wilson | Feb. 28 | Same subject. Incloses letter of thanks from Navy Department for transmission to proper quarters. | 120 |
| Mr. Hutchinson to Mr. Hay | May 26 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States officials. Reports assent of Chile. | 121 | |
| Treaty between the United States and Chile. | May 27 | Providing for the extradition of criminals. Text. | 122 | |
| 270 | Mr. Hutchinson to Mr. Hay | July 18 | Relations between the United States and Chile. Transmits account of Fourth of July reception at United States legation. | 118 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 22 | Chile-Argentine treaty. Reports exchange of ratifications and outlines of. | 126 | |
| 286 | Same to same | Sept. 23 | Same subject. Reports in detail regarding. | 126 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Nov. 8 | Courtesies to U. S. battleship Iowa. Reports that money paid for cleaning the Iowa has been returned by Chilean Government. | 121 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Hutchinson (telegram). | Nov. 13 | Same subject. Instructs to accept money returned by Chilean Government, and to express thanks for the generous courtesy. | 121 |
china.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | 1901. July 13 | Restoration of silver bullion seized by United States forces at Tientsin. Inquires if United States Government contemplates. | 129 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | July 18 | Same subject. States that time and manner of restoration remains to be determined by the President. | 129 | |
| 213 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Oct. 25 | Protection of native Christians by missionaries. Incloses dispatch from viceroy at Nankin relative to serious conflicts between Protestant and Catholic converts as illustrating the evils of. | 131 |
| 184 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | Oct. 30 | Same subject. States that above note has been forwarded to United States minister at Pekin for investigation. | 133 |
| 405 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | do | Same subject. Transmits No. 213, Oct. 25, 1901, from Chinese minister, for investigation and report. | 134 |
| Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Dec. 3 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Reports substance of convention which Prince Ch’ing has been authorized to sign, and asks if he shall take any action. | 271 | |
| 405 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger (telegram). | 1901 Dec. 6 | Same subject. Instructs to inform Prince Ch’ing that the President expects that no arrangement which will permanently impair territorial integrity of China, or injure legitimate interests of United States, or impair China’s ability to meet international obligations, will be made with any single power. | 271 |
| 846 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Dec. 12 | Same subject, Reports that above telegram has been given Prince Ch’ing, who, in an interview, sets forth the various changes and modifications which China proposes to ask. | 272 |
| 845 | Same to same | do | Protection of missionaries by United States naval forces. Reports that consuls have been instructed, at request of Rear-Admiral Remey, to furnish him with maps and general information concerning navigable waters nearest to missionary stations. | 138 |
| 222 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Dec. 31 | Restoration of silver bullion seized by United States forces at Tientsin. Suggests that amount be returned through his legation. | 130 |
| Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Rehabilitation of Chang Yin-huan. Reports | 140 | |
| 868 | Same to same | Jan. 2 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram, gives particulars, and incloses edict and note from foreign office. | 140 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Jan. 7 | Return of Chinese court to Pekin. Reports. | 142 | |
| 872 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports in detail, and incloses correspondence. | 142 |
| Same to same (telegram). | do | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Reports conflict between United States seamen and Russian officials. | 145 | |
| 874 | Same to same | Jan. 8 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram, incloses memoranda from and to Russian legation, reports conversation with minister, and states that conditions apparently arise from mutual distrust of Russian military authorities and consular corns. | 146 |
| 878 | Same to same | Jan. 9 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc. Reports anti-Christian outrage in province of Kansu, and incloses edicts. | 159 |
| 225 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay. | Jan. 13 | Restoration of silver bullion seized by United States forces at Tientsin. States that Chinese Government would prefer to have money returned through his legation. | 130 |
| 885 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Jan. 16 | Reform edicts aiming at reorganization of institutions of learning and restoration of friendly intercourse with foreigners. Transmits and comments on. | 181 |
| 226 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Jan. 20 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Requests friendly offices of United States lookin to. | 184 |
| 887 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Jan. 21 | Protection of native Christians by missionaries. Incloses correspondence with consul-general at Shanghai. | 134 |
| 890 | Same to same | Jan. 22 | Request of taot’ai of Kinkiang for recall of native missionaries. Incloses correspondence regarding. | 202 |
| 442 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | Jan. 23 | Protection of missionaries by United States naval forces. Approves action reported in dispatch No. 845, of Dec. 12, 1901. | 139 |
| 228 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Jan. 24 | Restoration of silver bullion seized by United States forces at Tientsin. Incloses receipt and expresses thanks for. | 130 |
| Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay (telegram.) | Jan. 29 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Reports that Prince Ch’ing is about to yield and sign convention as outlined in dispatch No. 846, Dec. 12, 1901, and agreement practically conceding exclusive privileges to the Russo-Chinese Bank. Representations of the Department have been laid before Chinese Government, and similar representations have been made by British and Japanese ministers. | 273 | |
| 898 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram, and reports at length conversation with Prince Ch’ing. | 273 |
| 201 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu. | Jan. 30 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. States that Government of United States has favored early evacuation, and will consult occupying powers. | 184 |
| 445 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | 1902 Jan. 30 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence with Chinese minister and United State representatives regarding. | 184 |
| 447 | Same to same | do | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Commend action reported in dispatch No. 846, Dec. 12 1901. | 274 |
| 448 | Same to same | Jan. 31 | Mutual embarrassments of United States ant Russian officials at Niuchwang. Conflict between United States seamen and Russian officials. Incloses dispatch from United State ambassador to Russia reporting views of Russian Government. | 157 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Feb. 1 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Makes representations against agreement as contravening treaties, affecting rights of United States citizens, and subversive of open-door policy accepted by Russia and other powers. | 275 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | Feb. 3 | Same subject. Transmits memorandum expressing views of United States. | 275 | |
| 905 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Feb. 4 | Same subject. Incloses copy of note to foreign office communicating Department’s telegram of Feb. 1, and reports interview with Russian minister. | 276 |
| 906 | Same to same | Feb. 5 | Audience of diplomatic corps with Emperor and Empress Dowager of China, and reception by the latter of the ladies of the diplomatic corps. Text of addresses and replies and of the ceremonial inclosed. | 205 |
| 910 | Same to same | Feb. 6 | Reform edicts removing prohibition of marriage between Manchus and Chinese and providing for selection of students to be sent abroad transmitted. | 208 |
| 229 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Feb. 7 | Arguments against United States laws for the exclusion of Chinese. Incloses petition of Chinese Merchants’ Association of San Francisco. | 209 |
| 202 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | Feb. 11 | Same subject. States that above note has been communicated to appropriate Senate and House committees. | 210 |
| 919 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Feb. 15 | Protection denied to H. Krippendorf, who had merely declared intention to become a citizen of the United States. Incloses correspondence. | 221 |
| 924 | Same to same | Feb. 25 | Rehabilitation of Chang Yin-huan. Incloses telegram of thanks from children of Chang. | 141 |
| 468 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | Feb. 27 | Question of establishment of United States post-offices in China, and collection of additional duty on articles that have already been entered into China, etc. Incloses dispatch from consul at Chefoo containing suggestions, expresses views of Department, instructs to demand that duty shall not be again collected on articles purchased in China, and awaits expression of minister’s views. | 222 |
| 471 | Same to same | Mar. 1 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Incloses copy of instruction to consul at Niuchwang in regard to his attitude toward Russian authorities. | 157 |
| 932 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Mar. 4 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Incloses text of propositions submitted to Russia by Prince Ch’ing, and points out clauses open to objection. | 277 |
| 213 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | Mar. 11 | Protection of native Christians by missionaries. Incloses accompaniments to dispatch No. 887, Jan. 21, 1902, from China, showing that American missionaries were not involved in the condition of affairs set forth in Minister Wu’s No. 213, of Oct. 25. 1901. | 137 |
| 478 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Conger | Mar. 14 | Request of taot’ai of Kiukiang for recall of native missionaries. Concurs in views expressed in dispatch No. 890, Jan. 22, 1902, and suggests that the missionaries give a list of their chapels and missions. | 204 |
| 948 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Mar. 15 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Reports that Russian minister will consent to reduce term of evacuation to eighteen and perhaps fifteen months, and that British objections are likely to be withdrawn. | 279 |
| 950 | Same to same | Mar. 19 | Refusal of Chinese Government to issue passports for travel in Thibet, owing to conditions in that country. Reports that legation acquiesces. | 226 |
| 951 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | 1902. Mar. 19 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc. Reports origin extent, and suppression of uprising in Kwangsi. Incloses correspondence. | 161 |
| 240 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Mar. 22 | Arguments against United States laws for the exclusion of Chinese. Asks that his representations be submitted to Congress. | 210 |
| 218 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | Mar. 26 | Same subject. States that above note has been sent to appropriate Senate and House committees. | 213 |
| 956 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Mar. 27 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc., in province o Honan, reported. | 165 |
| 959 | Same to same | Mar. 29 | Student interpreters in China. Expresses regret rejection of appropriation for, points out necessity for such a service, and offers suggestions. | 227 |
| 494 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | do | Same subject. Advises of provision made in diplomatic and consular appropriation bill for. | 228 |
| 963 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Apr. 2 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Incloses dispatch from consul reporting good effects produced by presence of U. S. S. Vicksburg. | 158 |
| 502 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | Apr. 8 | Protection denied to H. Krippendorf, who had merely declared intention to become a citizen of the United States. Approves action reported in dispatch No. 919. Feb. 15, 1902. | 222 |
| Mr. Bainbridge to Mr. Hay (telegram) | do | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Report, signing on April 8 of. | 279 | |
| Same to same | Apr. 17 | Same subject. Incloses text of convention | 279 | |
| 243 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | Apr. 29 | Arguments against United States laws for the exclusion of Chinese. Representations against extension of laws to the Hawaiian and Philippine Islands. | 213 |
| 221 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | Apr. 30 | Same subject. States that above note, copy of which has been sent to the President, was received by the Department after the President had signed the bill referred to. | 214 |
| 972 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | do | Question of establishment of United States post-offices in China, and collection of additional duty on articles that have already been entered into China. Advises against establishment of post-offices, except at Shanghai, and reports that complaints referred to in instruction No. 468, in regard to collection of duties, do not appear to be well founded. | 225 |
| 512 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | do | Refusal of Chinese Government to issue passports for travel in Thibet. Approves action reported in dispatch No. 950, Mar. 19, 1902. | 227 |
| Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 3 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc, Reports serious disturbances in southern portion of Chihli. | 166 | |
| 980 | Same to same | May 8 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc. Confirms his telegram of May 3. Incloses account of disturbances and correspondence. | 167 |
| 982 | Same to same | May 10 | Student interpreters in China. Incloses text of regulations of the British service, and offers suggestions in carrying out appropriation of Congress announced in instruction No. 494. | 229 |
| 990 | Same to same | May 19 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc. Refers to dispatch No. 980, and incloses correspondence. | 169 |
| 247 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | do | Arguments against United States laws for the exclusion of Chinese. Advances views of his Government on enforcement of treaty, and urges necessity of revision of regulations of immigration bureau. | 215 |
| 228 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | May 26 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note, which has been laid before the President. | 218 |
| 1007 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | June 2 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Chinese Government. Incloses correspondence. | 234 |
| 1013 | Same to same | June 11 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Incloses text of terms proposed by military commanders, and questions right of a few of the powers to dictate conditions not contemplated in the protocol. | 190 |
| 248 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | 1902. June 14 | Exclusion of Chinese. Refusal of Treasury Department to modify certain regulations. Discusses, and incloses for opinion of Attorney-General, Treasury circular, which, it isalleged, imposes upon Chinese laborers leaving United States, with intention to return, onerous conditions in contravention of treaty stipulations and law. | 236 |
| 1025 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | June 25 | Reception of Rear-Admiral Frederick Rodgers, U. S. Navy, by the Emperor and Empress Dowager. Reports, and incloses correspondence. | 240 |
| Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay (telegram). | June 28 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Recites conditions proposed by diplomatic corps, in which he and Russian minister refused to join. Gives reasons. | 195 | |
| 1035 | Same to same | July 2 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram, gives particulars, and incloses correspondence. | 195 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger (telegram). | do | Same subject. Approves action reported in telegram of June 28, 1902, and instructs to endeavor to reach practical adjustment of protective zone so that China can fulfill demanded obligation and maintain order therein, and to refrain from supporting any excessive grants made by provisional government. | 198 | |
| 1033 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | do | Decree disarming natives of Chihli. Transmits | 254 |
| 541 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | do | Vicarious punishment of relatives in China of Chinese naturalized citizens of the United States. Recites charges made by Bow Wong Society against Chinese consul at Honolulu, dwells at length upon facts as substantiated by investigation, and instructs to present to the earnest and favorable consideration of the Chinese Government. | 244 |
| 231 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wu | do | Same subject. Representations on line of above instruction. | 248 |
| 251 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Hay | July 8 | Same subject. States that resignation of consul at Honolulu has been accepted, and charges are being investigated. | 249 |
| 1046 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | July 15 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Transmits copy of conditions named by powers. | 198 |
| Same to same (telegram) | July 18 | Same subject. Reports that greatly modified conditions have been accepted by Chinese Government, and that transfer will take place in a month. | 200 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger (telegram.) | do | Same subject. Extends congratulations on conclusion of matter. | 200 | |
| 545 | Same to same | do | Student interpreters in China. Incloses rules adopted for. | 230 |
| 1051 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | July 19 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Confirms his telegram of 18th instant, refers to dispatch No. 1046 for text of conditions, and incloses notes from and to Prince Ch’ing as to acceptance of conditions and gratitude for good offices of United States. | 200 |
| 234 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Wu | July 22 | Arguments against United States laws for the exclusion of Chinese. Quotes letter of Treasury Department replying to allegations of harsh and unjustified enforcement of law made in Chinese minister’s note No. 247, May 19, 1902, and declining to modifv existing regulations. | 218 |
| 235 | Same to same | July 31 | Exclusion of Chinese. Refusal of Treasury Department to modify certain regulations. Replying to minister’s No. 248, June 14, 1902. Incloses opinion of Attorney-General that the circular in question is warranted by treaty and laws. | 238 |
| 1061 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Aug. 6 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc., in Szechuan. Reports, and incloses correspondence. | 170 |
| 1063 | Same to same | Aug. 7 | Same subject. Reports changes among provincial officials. Incloses decrees. | 173 |
| 551 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Conger | Aug. 8 | Vicarious punishment of relatives in China of Chinese naturalized citizens of the United States. Incloses report of collector at Honolulu on charges against Chinese consul, showing that same were well founded. | 249 |
| 1067 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | 1902. Aug. 11 | Monopoly of camphor trade in Fukien granted to a Japanese company. Incloses regulations virtually granting, and correspondence with consul at Amoy, who has been instructed to protest under French treaty of 1858. | 255 |
| 1070 | Same to same | Aug. 16 | Vicarious punishment of relatives in China of Chinese naturalized in the United States. Incloses copy of his note to Prince Ch’ing making representations against. | 251 |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Wu | do | Protection of Chinese at Panama by United States officials. Incloses copy of latest instruction to United States consul-general on subject, and offers to repeat same. | 262 | |
| 13 | Mr. Fesler, consul at Amoy, Mr. Hill. | Aug. 18 | Monopoly of camphor trade in Fukien grantee to a Japanese company. Incloses copy of hi protest, and reply to same. | 260 |
| Mr. Wu to Mr. Adee | Aug. 20 | Protection of Chinese at Panama by United States officials. Requests that instructions be repeated to United States officials. | 262 | |
| 254 | Same to same | do | Admission of Chinese into Cuba. Incloses order of military governor denying, comments on it legality and the hardships imposed on Chinese and asks that the matter be submitted to tin President. | 263 |
| 255 | Same to same | do | Arguments against United States laws for the exclusion of Chinese. Comments on Treasury Department’s views, communicated in Department’s No. 234, July 23, 1902, and expresses regret thereat. | 220 |
| 1072 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Aug. 21 | Proclamation denouncing Boxer practices as heresy transmitted. | 266 |
| 556 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Conger | Aug. 27 | Student interpreters in China. Advises of appointment of four, and incloses their instructions. | 231 |
| 1077 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Aug. 29 | Same subject. Comments on inadequacy of appropriation for, and suggests that houses be provided and tuition paid by Government. | 233 |
| 1079 | Same to same | Sept. 2 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc., at Ch’en-Chow in Hunan, reported. Imperial decree inclosed. | 174 |
| 1084 | Same to same | Sept. 9 | Vicarious punishment of relatives in China of Chinese naturalized citizens of the United States. Reports that orders have been issued to local officials to stop. Incloses correspondence with foreign office. | 252 |
| 258 | Mr. Wu to Mr. Adee | Sept. 11 | Exclusion of Chinese. Refusal of Treasury Department to modify certain regulations. Acknowledges Department’s No. 235, July 31, 1902, and remarks that Attorney-General’s opinion therein makes it useless to elaborate further his objections, as it proclaims again a denial of the ordinary principles of law and equity. | 240 |
| 239 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Wu | Sept. 12 | Admission of Chinese into Cuba. States that the Cuban Congress is free to act in the matter. | 266 |
| 1091 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Sept. 17 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc., at Ch’en-Chow. Refers to dispatch No. 1079, Sept, 2, 1902, and incloses decree announcing execution of two of the leaders and directing punishment of two officials. | 175 |
| 1099 | Same to same | Sept. 25 | Same subject. Reports that rioting in Szechuan continues, but does not appear to be as serious as reported. Incloses correspondence. | 176 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 26 | Commencement of evacuation of Manchuria by Russia reported. | 281 | |
| 569 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Conger | Sept. 27 | Vicarious punishment of relatives in China of Chinese naturalized citizens of the United States. Acknowledges dispatch No. 1070, Aug. 16, 1902, and approves minister’s action. | 254 |
| 1100 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Oct. 1 | Commencement of evacuation of Manchuria by Russia. Confirms his telegram of Sept. 26, 1902. Incloses report from vice-consul at Niuchwang, and as that place is to be evacuated within six months, under the agreement, suggests that a gunboat be stationed there. | 281 |
| 1104 | Same to same | Oct. 3 | Riots, uprisings, massacres, etc., in Szechuan. Incloses note from foreign office. | 180 |
| 1107 | Same to same | Oct. 7 | Student interpreters in China. Gives estimate of cost of tuition. | 233 |
| 1109 | Same to same | do | Death of Viceroy Liu K’un-yi. Reports, and incloses imperial edict. | 267 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger (telegram). | Oct. 10 | Same subject. Instructs to convey sympathy of United States Government. | 270 | |
| 574 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | 1902. Oct. 13 | Monopoly of camphor trade in Fukien granted to a Japanese company. Approves minister’s representations to consul at Amoy. | 261 |
| 1121 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Oct. 16 | Death of Viceroy Liu K’un-yi. Has conveyed sympathy of the United States to Chinese Government. Incloses correspondence. | 270 |
| 580 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | Oct. 28 | Student interpreters in China. States that appropriation for building and tuition has been asked for. | 234 |
| 1135 | Mr. Conger to Mr. Hay | Oct. 30 | Commencement of evacuation of Manchuria by Russia. Incloses note from Chinese foreign office advising of. | 282 |
| 583 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Conger | Nov. 13 | Same subject. States that Navy Department has been advised of the expediency of sending a war vessel to Ninchwang in the early spring. | 283 |
colombia.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart (telegram). | 1902. Jan. 22 | Seizure of vessels and alleged discriminations against American enterprises. Instructs to bring matter to attention of Colombian Government, and request fair treatment of United States companies. | 284 | |
| Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Feb. 1 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram and inquires as to amount of indemnity to be demanded. | 284 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart (telegram.) | Feb. 8 | Same subject. Directs to make firm demand without specifying amount of indemnity. | 285 | |
| Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Feb. 15 | Same subject. Reports that representations have been made to Colombian Government in accordance with Department’s instructions. | 285 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart (telegram). | Feb. 20 | Same subject. Instructs to demand restitution of vessels of Fluvial Company and indemnity; also indemnity for damages to Cartagena-Magdalena Railway Company. | 285 | |
| 573 | Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay | Feb. 25 | Protection of Roberto Beck, a Swiss citizen, by United States officials in Colombia. Incloses correspondence and reports efforts. | 289 |
| 584 | Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay | Mar. 22 | Death of President Sanclemente reported | 292 |
| 385 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart | Mar. 26 | Reopening of United States missionary schools at Barranquilla, Bogotá, and Medellin, closed by Colombian authorities. Incloses correspondence and directs to endeavor to effect. | 293 |
| 599 | Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay | Apr. 23 | Right of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property, discussed in light of quoted articles of treaty of 1866 with Great Britain and Colombian law of 1890. | 301 |
| 394 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Beaupré | Apr. 28 | Death of President Sanclemente. Expresses regret of Department. | 292 |
| 605 | Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay | May 5 | Right of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. Comments on arbitrariness and partiality shown by officers of Colombian Government; reports particularly cases of Albert B. Dod and Amsinck & Co., and incloses text of instructions of Colombian Government to its officers regarding aliens. | 302 |
| 607 | Same to same | May 12 | Reopening of United States missionary schools at Barranquilla, Bogotá, and Medellin, closed by Colombian authorities. Reports that matter is under investigation, and permission to open schools at Bogotá and Medellin has been secured. | 300 |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 15 | Seizure of vessels and alleged discriminations against American enterprises. Substance of reply of Colombian Government to representations made as directed by Department’s telegram of Jan. 22. | 285 | |
| 611 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Incloses text of note condensed in above telegram. | 286 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart | May 31 | Protection of Roberto Beck, a Swiss citizen. Refers to dispatch No. 573, of Feb. 25, and requests a more complete report. | 290 | |
| 397 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Beaupré | June 5 | Right of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. States that rights are established under article 8 of treaty of 1846 between United States and New Granada, and that treaty of Colombia with Great Britain can not be invoked. | 301 |
| 622 | Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay | 1902. June 8 | Neutrality of aliens. Reports order of minister of war considering foreigners as enemies and denying them passports for travel in the interior, superseded by another requiring them to be provided with a certificate of neutrality issued by their respective legations. | 313 |
| Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay | June 10 | Protection of Roberto Beck, a Swiss citizen. Reports regarding. | 291 | |
| 400 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Beaupre | June 20 | Same subject. Incloses Department’s memorandum of June 10 to Swiss legation. | 291 |
| 407 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Beaupré | June 28 | Rights of United States citizens in Colombia as toexpropriationof property. Incloses dispatch from consul at Barranquilla reporting seizure without compensation of property of American citizen and instructs to notify that the United States will hold Colombian Government responsible. | 305 |
| 632 | Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay | July 11 | Reopening of United States missionary schools at Barranquilla reported. | 301 |
| 410 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Beaupré | July 22 | Neutrality of aliens. Discusses and takes exceptions to order reported in dispatch No. 622, June 8, and to subsequent compromise by which “certificates” of neutrality were issued upon which foreigners received permission to travel, and instructs to acquaint Colombian Government with the position of the United States. | 314 |
| 412 | Same to same | July 31 | Rights of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. Takes exception to position of Colombian Government that “animals of foreign private individuals may be seizedif necessary for the maintenance of public order.” as a state of public war does not exist. | 306 |
| 414 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Hart | Aug. 4 | Same subject. Incloses copy of report of commanding officer of the U. S. S. Ranger. | 307 |
| Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Aug. 10 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Colombia. | 318 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Aug. 21 | Rights of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. Inquires if instruction No. 407, June 28, means that compensation must be made at time of seizure. | 308 | |
| 650 | Same to same | Aug. 23 | Same subject. Reports conversation with under minister for foreign affairs, points out futility of merely demanding due compensation,” and urges that he be given positive instructions. | 308 |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Hart (telegram). | Aug. 27 | Same subject, States that treaty stipulates for indemnification, but not time of payment; and that receipts should be given at time of seizure. | 310 | |
| 420 | Same to same | Aug. 30 | Protection by United States consular officers of Chinese on Isthmus of Panama. Incloses correspondence with Chinese minister regarding. | 318 |
| 421 | Same to same | Sept. 6 | Rights of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. Incloses dispatch from vice-consul-general at Panama reporting instances occuring near Cali. | 310 |
| 660 | Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay | Sept. 9 | Neutrality of aliens. Incloses note to minister for foreign affairs, in accordance with instruction No. 410, July 22, and explains why certificates heretofore required were issued. | 315 |
| 427 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart | Oct. 6 | Rights of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. Replying to dispatch No. 650, Aug. 23, refers to Department’s telegram of Aug. 27. | 312 |
| 678 | Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay | Oct. 23 | Same subject. Assumes that claims should be submitted to Department in usual way. | 313 |
| 433 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Hart | Oct. 31 | Neutrality of aliens. Approves Mr. Hart’s presentation of views of United States to Colombian minister for foreign affairs. | 317 |
| Mr. Hart to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Nov. 30 | Seizure of vessels and alleged discriminations against American enterprises in Colombia. Reports that Colombian Government has ordered return of vessels to owners. | 289 | |
| 441 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hart | Dec. 18 | Rights of United States citizens in Colombia as to expropriation of property. States that claims circulars have been sent to consul-general at Panama. | 313 |
cuba.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| Order of the military governor of Cuba. | 1900. July 2 | Relations between Cuba and the United States Providing for an election of delegates to a convention to frame a constitution and provide to and agree upon future relations with the United States. | 358 | |
| Same | Nov. 9 | Same subject. Outlining duties of the constitutional convention. | 359 | |
| Message from the President of the United States. | 1902 Mar. 27 | Establishment of independent government ii Cuba. Commending timely consideration of measures for maintaining diplomatic and consular representatives in Cuba and for carrying out the provisions of the act making appropriation for the support of the Army for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1902. | 320 | |
| The military governor of Cuba to the Adjutant General of the Arm (telegram). | May 20 | Same subject. Reports the transfer to the President and Congress of Cuba of the government and control of the island. | 320 | |
| Señor de Zaldo, Cuban secretary of state, to Mr. Ha (telegram). | May 22 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. At instance of President of Cuba, requests. | 329 | |
| Mr. Hay to Señor de Zaldo | May 24 | Same subject. Assents to above request | 329 | |
| 4 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Squiers | May 26 | Resolution of United States Senate congratulating Cuban Republic on its appearance among the nations of the world. Instructs to communicate to the foreign office. | 324 |
| Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 27 | Reception of minister of the United States to Cuba reported. | 322 | |
| 1 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports in detail | 323 |
| 5 | Same to same | June 2 | Messages of the President of Cuba to Cuban Congress. Transmits message of May 26, 1902. | 333 |
| 7 | Same to same | June 3 | Ceremonies attending hauling down of United States flag at Matanzas. Incloses resolution of citizens. | 350 |
| Same to same (telegram) | June 10 | Amnesty granted American citizens who committed crimes in Cuba during intervention period reported. | 351 | |
| 17 | Same to same | June 11 | Same subject. Incloses copy of act of Cuban Congress. | 351 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Squies (telegram). | June 13 | Exclusion of Chinese from Cuba. Calls attention to detention of a steamer carrying Chinese. | 352 | |
| Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay (telegram). | June 16 | Same subject. Reports that Cuban authorities decline to allow Chinese to land. | 352 | |
| 23 | Same to same | do | Announcement of establishment of Cuban Republic inclosed. | 326 |
| 25 | Same to same | do | Exclusion of Chinese from Cuba. Reports reasons advanced by Cuban Government for. | 353 |
| 3 | Señor Quesada to Mr. Hay | June 17 | Resolution of Cuban House of Representatives thanking Government and people of the United States for assistance transmitted. | 325 |
| 28 | Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay | June 18 | Exclusion of Chinese from Cuba. Refers to previous correspondence and again reports attitude of Cuban Government. | 353 |
| 8 | Señor Quesada to Mr. Hay | June 28 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Requests to be informed of scope and purport of authority given by United States Government for. | 329 |
| Proclamation by the President of the United States. | July 3 | Suspending tonnage dues on Cuban vessels | 354 | |
| President Palma to President Roosevelt (telegram). | July 4 | Courtesies of Cuban Government on occasion of anniversary of independence of the United States. Sends greetings and good wishes. | 327 | |
| Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Same subject. Transmits message of good will from President of Cuba. | 327 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Squiers (telegram). | July 5 | Same subject. States that President Palnia’s message of congratulation was received with much gratification. | 327 | |
| 59 | Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay | July 7 | Same subject. Incloses his note to foreign office. | 327 |
| 60 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Incloses note from foreign office advising of adjournment of Cuban House of Representatives on July 4. | 328 |
| 43 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Squiers | July 15 | Same subject. Instructs to convey appreciation of United States for action reported in above dispatch. | 329 |
| 10 | Mr. Hay to Señor Quesada | July 16 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. States that consuls are not permitted to act as agents of Cuban Government, but only to use good offices. | 330 |
| 12 | Mr. Adee to Señor Quesada. | Aug. 2 | Resolution of Cuban House of Representatives thanking Government and people of the United States for assistance. Expresses appreciation of. | 326 |
| Señor Quesada to Mr. Adee. | 1902 Aug. 12 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Requests that it be extended in Colombia. | 330 | |
| 149 | Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay | Aug. 22 | Diplomatic immunities. Testimony of United States diplomatic representatives in foreign courts. Reports that he caused deposition of secretary to be taken at legation. | 355 |
| 79 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Squires | Aug. 30 | Same subject. Approves course reported in above dispatch. | 356 |
| President Palma to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Good wishes for restoration of health. | 356 | |
| President Roosevelt to President Palma (teleirram). | do | Same subject. Thanks for above message | 356 | |
| 13 | Mr. Adee to Señor Quesada. | Sept. 13 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officers. States that instructions have been sent to consuls in Colombia, as well as others, to extend. Incloses circular. | 331 |
| 88 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Squires | do | Exclusion of Chinese from Cuba. Incloses correspondence with Chinese minister regarding. | 354 |
| 42 | Señor Quesada to Mr. Hay | Oct. 27 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Notifies that Cuban consuls have been appointed at various places. | 332 |
| 280 | Mr. Squires to Mr. Hay | Nov. 8 | Messages of the President of Cuba to Congress. Transmits message of Nov. 1, 1902. | 338 |
| 282 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Transmits message of Nov. 3, 1902. | 346 |
| 291 | Same to same | Nov. 13 | Law establishing procedure for obtaining Cuban citizenship, transmitted. | 356 |
| 28 | Mr. Hay to Señor Quesada. | Nov. 15 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Incloses circular to consular officers, issued in view of Señor Quesada’s note of Oct 27, 1909. | 332 |
| 298 | Mr. Squiers to Mr. Hay | Nov. 21 | Relations between Cuba and the United States. Transmits report of committee appointed by constitutional convention. | 360 |
denmark.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Brun | 1901. Oct. 18 | Protection of Danish interests in Salvador. States that United States officials will be instructed to extend. | 365 | |
| Mr. Brun to Mr. Hay | Oct. 19 | Same subject. Requests that United States Government obtain assent of Government of Salvador to. | 365 | |
| 351 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Brun | Oct. 25 | Same subject. States that United States minister has been instructed in sense of above request. | 366 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Brun | Dec. 2 | Same subject. Wishes to know if assent of Government of Salvador has been received. | 366 | |
| 356 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Brun | Dec. 10 | Same subject. States that no report has been received from the minister, and that his attention has been recalled to the matter. | 366 |
| 391 | Same to same | 1902. Mar. 7 | Same subject. States that Government of Salvador consents to exercise of good offices by United States officers in same form as is permitted respecting Chinese subjects. | 367 |
| Treaty between the United States and Denmark. | Apr. 17 | For the extradition of fugitives from justice. Text. | 368 | |
| 254 | Mr. Swenson to Mr. Hay | May 2 | Liability of naturalized citizens of the United States to military service in Denmark. Report on case of Severin Jacobsen. | 372 |
| Mr. Brun to Mr. Hay | May 5 | Protection of Danish interests in Salvador. Expresses thanks of his Government for assumption of by the United States. | 367 | |
| 261 | Mr. Swenson to Mr. Hay | June 6 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Denmark. | 373 |
| 275 | Same to same | Sept. 6 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Reports solicitude caused by. | 373 |
| 279 | Same to same | Sept. 30 | Courtesies to U. S. S. Chicago and Albany reported. | 373 |
| 284 | Same to same | Dec. 13 | Military-service case of James Nelson reported | 375 |
| 286 | Same to same | Dec. 16 | Effect of the continued residence of naturalized United States citizens in the country of origin. Reports on in connection with case of C. Ravn. | 377 |
| 287 | Same to same | Dec. 17 1903. | Military-service cases of James John Hansen and Anton Miller reported. | 378 |
| 163 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Swenson | Jan. 5 | Effect of the continued residence of naturalized United States citizens in the country of origin. Approves minister’s views, as reported in dispatch No. 286, Dec. 16, 1902. | 378 |
dominican republic.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 306 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | 1902. Feb. 24 | Visit of Gen. Maximo Gomez to Santo Domingo, during which relics of Christopher Columbus were exhibited, reported. | 381 |
| 349 | Same to same | Apr. 12 | Protection denied Porto Ricans engaged in insurrection against Dominican Government. Reports in regard to. | 382 |
| 146 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Powell | May 1 | Same subject. Approves action reported in above dispatch. | 383 |
| 389 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | Aug. 13 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Dominican Government. | 383 |
| Mr. Yasquez to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Sept. 24 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Expresses regret on account of. | 384 | |
| 19 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Vasquez | Sept. 26 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, with appreciation. | 385 |
ecuador.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| 269 | Mr. Sampson to Mr. Hay | 1901 Dec. 20 | Passports and protection of naturalized citizens. Discusses question at length, denounces abuses, points out defects of existing laws and regulations, and offers suggestions for their amendment. | 386 |
| 192 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Sampson | 1902 Jan. 21 | Same subject. Explains Department’s attitude, and defines limits within which naturalization certificates are recognized. | 388 |
| 300 | Mr. Sampson to Mr. Hay | May 28 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Ecuador. | 389 |
| 311 | Same to same | Sept. 7 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Reports congratulations of Ecuador on the President’s escape from serious injury. | 390 |
| 214 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Sampson | Oct. 13 | Same subject. Acknowledges above, with appreciation. | 390 |
france.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay. | 1901. Nov. 7 | Complaints of alleged violation at Pacific coast ports of consular convention between the United States and France. Refers to attempt by local officials to serve summons on French consul-general at San Francisco, and requests that steps be taken to put an end to such occurrences. | 391 | |
| 426 | Mr. Hay to Mr. de Margerie. | Nov. 15 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note and states that matter has been referred to the Attorney-General and the governor of California. | 392 |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay. | Nov. 24 | Same subject. Recites various instances of laches on part of authorities on Pacific coast in rendering to French consuls the assistance provided for by the convention, in regard to difficulties on board French vessels, and asks that efficient measures be taken. | 393 | |
| 429 | Mr. Hay to Mr. de Margerie. | Dec. 2 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note and states that matter has been referred to governors of California and Oregon and the Secretary of the Treasury. | 394 |
| Same to same | Dec. 10 | Same subject. States that Treasury Department has taken steps to obviate further complaints. | 394 | |
| 433 | Same to same | Dec. 21 | Same subject. States that governor of California has brought matter to attention of local officials to the end that further complaints may be obviated. | 395 |
| 434 | Same to same | Dec. 24 | Same subject. Same statement as above in regard to governor of Oregon. | 395 |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay. | Dec. 27 | Same subject. Expresses thanks for extension of Department’s good offices, and cites further instances of laches on the part of United States officials. | 395 | |
| 945 | Mr. Porter to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 2 | Passports. Question of declaration of intention to return to the United States within a stipulated period. Submits petition of American Chamber of Commerce of Paris. | 407 |
| 439 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Cambon | Jan. 3 | Complaints of alleged violation at Pacific coast ports of consular convention between the United States and France. States that Mr. de Margerie’s note of Dec. 27, 1901, has been referred to the Attorney-General, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the governors of California and Oregon. | 396 |
| 440 | Same to same | Jan. 14 | Same subject. Mentions instructions to officers of Department of Justice on Pacific coast, and incloses reports received with governor of California’s letter of Jan. 3, 1902. | 397 |
| 969 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Porter | Jan. 17 | Passports. Defines attitude of Department on question of declaration of intention to return to the United States within a stipulated period. | 407 |
| 441 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Cambon | Jan. 22 | Complaints of alleged violation at Pacific coast ports of consular convention between the United States and France. Communicates action taken by governor of Oregon. | 398 |
| 443 | Same to same | Jan. 26 | Same subject. Incloses report of United States district attorney for district of Oregon. | 398 |
| 976 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Porter | Jan. 29 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Incloses note of Chinese minister applying for good offices of United States in securing. Expresses views of the United States on the subject, and instructs to ascertain views of the French Government. | 185 |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to French Government memorandum of Feb. 1 expressing views of the United States. | 26 | |
| 444 | Mr. Hay to Mr. de Margerie. | Feb. 4 | Complaints of alleged violation at Pacific coast ports of consular convention between the United States and France. Incloses report of United States district attorney for district of Washington. | 399 |
| 445 | Same to same | Feb. 5 | Same subject. Governor of California has again called attention of local authorities to matter. | 400 |
| 965 | Mr. Porter to Mr. Hay | Feb. 17 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Reports that France concurs in views of the United States, and her representative in China has been instructed to cooperate with his colleagues. Incloses note verbale of minister of foreign affairs. | 186 |
| 969 | Same to same | Feb. 20 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Reports interview with minister for foreign affairs, who evidently believes in good faith of Russia. | 186 |
| 450 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Cambon | Mar. 1 | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France. Refers to Mr. de Margerie’s note of Nov. 7, 1901, and gives substance of answer made by governor of California. The Department concurs in view expressed by the sheriff, that the convention only gives the consul the right to decline to receive summonses, but does not absolve United States officers from the duty of offering to serve them. | 400 |
| Mr. Cambon to Mr. Hay | Mar. 10 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note and comments on necessity for representations to authorities at San Francisco to bring about a proper observance of the convention. | 401 | |
| 1000 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Porter | Mar. 27 | Dedication of monument to Marshal de Rochambeau at Washington. Incloses joint resolution and invitation to President Loubet, Comte de Rochambeau, and Mr. de Lafayette to participate in. | 409 |
| Mr. Porter to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Apr. 16 | Same subject. Advises of acceptance of above invitations. | 410 | |
| 1006 | Same to same | Apr. 18 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram, with details, and incloses correspondence. | 410 |
| President Roosevelt to President Loubet (telegram). | May 10 | Volcanic eruption at Martinique. Expresses sympathy on account of. | 412 | |
| President Loubet to President Roosevelt (telegram). | May 11 | Same subject. Thanks for above telegram | 412 | |
| The French minister for foreign affairs to Mr. Cambon (telegram). | do | Same subject. Request that United States send means of transportation to aid the sufferers. | 412 | |
| Mr. Cambon to Mr. Hay | 1902. May 12 | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France. Refers to previous correspondence; calls attention to fresh instances of disregard of the convention by authorities in San Francisco, and asks that effective measures be taken to put an end to the laches of the Federal and State authorities, and the practices of the boarding masters. | 402 | |
| Mr. Cambon to President Roosevelt. | May 15 | Volcanic eruption at Martinique. By instruction of President of France, conveys thanks for assistance rendered by the United States to sufferers from. | 413 | |
| 469 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Cambon | May 21 | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France. States that Mr. Cambon’s note of May 12 has been brought to attention of the governor of California. | 404 |
| President Loubet to President Roosevelt (telegram). | May 22 | Volcanic eruption at Martinique. Expresses thanks for assistance rendered by the United States to sufferers from. | 413 | |
| President Roosevelt to President Loubet (telegram). | May 23 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram and conveys assurance of sentiments of esteem. | 413 | |
| 1035 | Mr. Vignaud to Mr. Hay | June 3 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of France. | 417 |
| 1039 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Vignaud | June 26 | Volcanic eruption at Martinique. Transmits report of officer in charge of supplies donated to sufferers from. | 414 |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay | July 24 | Same subject. Conveys thanks for assistance rendered to sufferers from. | 415 | |
| 492 | Mr. Hill to Mr. de Margerie | July 31 | Same subject. Above note has been made known to persons who rendered assistance. | 416 |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay | Aug. 3 | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France. Calls attention to fresh infractions of the convention by police authorities at San Francisco. | 404 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | Aug. 7 | Protection of French cable in Haiti by United States officials. Requests that instructions be given for. | 417 | |
| 496 | Mr. Adee to Mr. de Margerie | Aug. 11 | Same subject. States that Navy Department has issued proper instructions. | 418 |
| 497 | Same to same | do | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France. States that complaint of Aug, 3 has been brought to attention of the Attorney-General and the governor of California. | 405 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Porter | do | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions, and appeals to the principles laid down in the treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to the minister for foreign affairs. | 42 | |
| Amendatory and additional agreement. | Aug. 22 | To the commercial agreement of May 28, 1898. Text. | 418 | |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay. | Aug. 28 | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France, incloses newspaper item relating to an action brought in the Federal court at San Francisco to have the convention declared unconstitutional, and asks that steps be taken for its vindication in the courts. | 405 | |
| President Loubet to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Felicitations on escape from injury. | 419 | |
| President Roosevelt to President Loubet (telegram) | do | Same subject. Expresses appreciation for above message. | 419 | |
| 500 | Mr. Adee to Mr. de Margerie | do | Complaints of alleged violation, at Pacific coast ports, of consular convention between the United States and France. States that Mr. de Margerie’s note of Aug. 28 has been referred to the Attorney-General. | 406 |
| 506 | Same to same | Sept. 17 | Same subject. States that note above referred to has been placed on files of Department of Justice, and will receive proper consideration. | 406 |
| Mr. de Margerie to Mr. Hay. | 1902. Sept. 25 | Volcanic eruption at Martinique. Reiterates thanks of his Government for assistance rendered sufferers from. | 416 | |
| 1090 | Mr. Porter to Mr. Hay | Sept. 26 | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against; condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. Reports that Department’s circular of Aug. 12 has been handed to the minister for foreign affairs, who evinced interest. | 420 |
| 509 | Mr. Adee to Mr. de Margerie. | Sept. 30 | Volcanic eruption at Martinique. Acknowledging note of Sept. 25. | 416 |
| 1071 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Porter | Oct. 14 | Passport erroneously issued to G. L. Rosenbaum without proof of his father’s naturalization. Special passports not to be issued by diplomatic representatives abroad. Calls attention to. | 420 |
germany.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| Emperor William to President Roosevelt (telegram). | 1902. Jan. 10 | Visit of Prince Henry of Prussia to the United States announced— | 422 | |
| President Roosevelt to Emperor William (telegram.) | Jan. 10 | Same subject. Expresses gratification and personal esteem. | 422 | |
| 1836 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Jan. 27 | Passport application of Schabsel Reif. Reports grounds for withholding. | 448 |
| 1837 | Same to same | Jan. 28 | Visit of Prince Henry of Prussia to the United States. Reports favorable attitude of German officials. | 422 |
| 1287 | Mr. Hay to Mr. White | Jan. 29 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Incloses note of Chinese minister applying for good offices of United States in securing; expresses views of the United States on the subject, and instructs to ascertain views of German Government. | 185 |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses, for communication to German Government, memorandum of Feb. 1, expressing views of United States. | 26 | |
| 1844 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Feb. 7 | Expulsion of Peter Mikolainis, and reasons therefor, reported. | 450 |
| 1299 | Mr. Hay to Mr. White | Feb. 15 | Passport application of Schabsel Reif. Approves course reported in dispatch No. 1836, Jan. 27. | 448 |
| 1865 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Feb. 26 | Passport application of Joseph Duff. Reports grounds for refusal to issue. | 448 |
| 1866 | Same to same | do | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Reports that minister for foreign affairs declares that he concurs in views of the United States, but that China should first give pecuniary guarantee that the improvement of the Peiho River shall be carried out. | 187 |
| 1868 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Refers to above dispatch, and incloses note from foreign office confirming views therein reported. | 188 |
| 1876 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Mar. 5 | Foreign policy of Germany. Résumé of speeches of Chancellor Count Billow relative to China, visit of Prince Henry of Prussia to the United States, war in South Africa, etc. | 425 |
| 1886 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Mar. 12 | Visit of Prince Henry of Prussia to the United States. Incloses article from the North German Gazette, reports generally favorable impression, and comments on nrohn.hle effect of. | 423 |
| 1899 | Same to same | Mar. 19 | Same subject. Reports impressions in Government circles, and quotes telegram of the Prince to the embassy. | 424 |
| 1312 | Mr. Hay to Mr. White | Mar. 22 | Passport application of Joseph Duff. Approves action reported in dispatch No. 1865. Feb. 26. | 449 |
| Promemoria from German embassy. | Apr. 3 | Foreign debt of Guatemala. Invites concurrence of the United States in new arrangement proposed by the committee of bondholders in London. | 426 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. von Holleben. | Apr. 5 | Same subject. Communicates memorandum to effect that the United States is averse to joining in any coercive action, but will reserve for United States citizens all rights secured by any such action. | 426 | |
| 1926 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Apr. 17 | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Gives particulars of case and reports that a postponement was all that embassy could obtain. | 451 |
| Memorandum from German embassy. | 1902. May 20 | Protection of German interests at Bocas del Toro by United States naval officials requested. | 427 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. von Holleben. | do | Same subject. States that Navy Department ha given proper instructions. | 428 | |
| Mr. White to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 30 | Protection of Cuban interests by United State consular officials. Reports assent of German Government. | 428 | |
| 1961 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram | 429 |
| Memorandum from State Department. | May 31 | Protection of German interests at Bocas del Ton by United States naval officials. States the Navy Department has given proper instructions. | 428 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. White (telegram). | June 4 | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Instructs to request re vocation of order if there probability of its being granted. | 452 | |
| 1347 | Same to same | June 5 | Same subject. Instructs to endeavor to obtain from German Government, if decree of expulsion is to stand, some statement which will relieve the Eisemanns of imputation of improper conduct. | 452 |
| Mr. White to Mr. Hay (telegram). | June 6 | Same subject. Reports efforts of embassy and probability of nothing but an extension of permission to remain being secured. Adverts to feeling already aroused when matter was made known to the embassy. | 452 | |
| 1966 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and goes into details of his efforts. | 453 |
| Same to same (telegram). | June 14 | Same subject. Reports that application for extension of time until April, 1903, hasbeen made. | 454 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | June 20 | Death of King Albert of Saxony. Reports, and inquires if he shall attend funeral. | 429 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. White (telegram). | do | Same subject. States that Mr. White may attend funeral. | 429 | |
| 1981 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | June 26 | Same subject. Reports in detail | 429 |
| 1358 | Mr. Hill to Mr. White | do | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Approves efforts to obtain revocation of. | 455 |
| 1987 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | June 30 | Military-service cases of Rene Huttler, Eugene Herr and Meyer Schwartz reported. | 460 |
| 1992 | Same to same | July 2 | Expulsion of Johann Wilhelm Lohmann. Reasons reported. | 457 |
| 1998 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | July 5 | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Reports that permission to remain until April 1, 1903, has been granted. | 455 |
| 1368 | Mr. Hay to Mr. White | July 15 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Incloses reports of consul-general at Frankfort. | 430 |
| 1369 | Same to same | July 17 | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Incloses letter from Senator Lodge asking that phrase “for police reasons” be stricken from order of expulsion. | 455 |
| Count von Quadt to Mr. Hay | July 21 | Death of King Albert of Saxony. Conveys thanks for expressions of sympathy of United States. | 430 | |
| 1377 | Mr. Hill to Mr. White | July 29 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Incloses dispatch from commercial agent at Bamberge regarding. | 433 |
| 1381 | Mr. Adee to Mr. White | Auer. 2 | Same subject and tenor | 435 |
| 2019 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Aug. 4 | Military-service case of Eugene Herr, report on. | 461 |
| 2020 | Same to same | do | Expulsion of Leo Hess reported | 457 |
| 2024 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Aug. 5 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Reports conversation at foreign office regarding the incident, and states that a new shield will be admitted duty free and ceremoniously put in place. | 436 |
| 2026 | Same to same | Aug. 7 | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Reports that the disparaging words in order of expulsion will probably be expurgated. | 456 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. White | Aug. 11 | Jews in Roumania, discriminations against; condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions, and appeals to the principles laid down in the treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to minister for foreign affairs. | 42 | |
| 2031 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Aug. 12 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Reports that new coat of arms has been admitted duty free and will be held at embassy until arrangements are made for the replacing of it. | 437 |
| 2033 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | 1902. Aug. 12 | Restrictions on sojourn in their country of origin of Germans naturalized in the United States Reports conversation had at the foreign office in support of their rights under the treaty. | 440 |
| Count von Quadt to Mr. Hay. | Aug. 20 | Protection of German interests at Bocas del Tore by United States naval officials. Conveys thanks for. | 428 | |
| 2039 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | do | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Reports publication of official announcement that expulsion was for no other reason than nonperformance of military service, and that the Eisemanns will be permitted to remain at Frankfort until April next. | 456 |
| 2040 | Same to same | do | Expulsion of Charlesvon Oehsen (Carl), Christian Markhoff and family, and Henry Blohm reported. | 458 |
| 1391 | Mr. Adee to Mr. White | Aug. 22 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Department is gratified at friendly spirit shown by German Government in adjustment of matter. | 438 |
| 2041 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Aug. 23 | Expulsion of Charles von Oehsen reported | 459 |
| 2045 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Aug. 26 | Jews in Roumania, discriminations against: condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objections of United States Government to immigration of such persons. Reports having delivered instruction of Aug. 11 to foreign office. | 442 |
| 1394 | Mr. Adee to Mr. White | Aug. 30 | Restrictions on sojourn in their country of origin of Germans naturalized in the United States. Approves action in bringing matter to attention of foreign office, and points out limitations of right of expulsion. | 441 |
| The German Emperor to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape from injury. | 442 | |
| President Roosevelt to the German Emperor (telegram). | do | Same subject. Acknowledges above, with appreciation. | 442 | |
| 1398 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Jackson | Sept. 5 | Expulsion of Albert and Nathan Eisemann. Acknowledges dispatch No. 2039, Aug. 20, and states that incident may be considered closed. | 456 |
| 2061 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | do | Passport application of Gustav Frank Eichborn. Reports refusal to issue. | 449 |
| 2070 | Same to same | Sept. 10 | Relations of Germany with Haiti. Reports impression made by and comments on the sinking of the insurgent vessel Crête à Pierrot by a German war vessel. | 442 |
| 1403 | Mr. Adee to Mr. White | Sept. 20 | Passport application of Gustav Frank Eichborn. Approves refusal to issue. | 450 |
| 1410 | Same to same | Sept. 27 | Relations of Germany with Haiti. Recites correspondence with United States minister to Haiti in regard to closure of Haitian ports, and states that Navy Department will be requested to protect neutral vessels if blockade is found inflective. | 443 |
| 2090 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Sept. 30 | Military-service cases of Ferdinand Herman Grenzer, Henry Honebein, George Soelhke, Gustav Meincke, and George Dickmann (Dieckmann) reported. | 461 |
| 27 | Mr. Bardel, commercial agent, to the Department of State. | Oct. 16 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Reports ceremonies attending installation of new coat of arms. | 438 |
| 2115 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Oct. 18 | Same subject and tenor | 439 |
| 278 | Mr. Thomas, minister to Sweden and Norway, to Mr. Hay. | do | Claims on account of military operations conducted in Samoa in 1899. Preliminary decision of the King of Sweden and Norway as arbitrator. | 444 |
| 2122 | Mr. Jackson to Mr. Hay | Oct. 25 | Expulsion of Mads Peder L. Fysant reported | 459 |
| 1423 | Mr. Hill to Mr. White | Nov. 3 | Defilement of United States coat of arms at Bamberg. Expresses gratification at satisfactory closing of incident. | 440 |
| 2158 | Mr. Dodge to Mr. Hay | Dec. 8 | Expulsion of Samuel Samuel reported | 460 |
great britain.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| 468 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | 1900. Oct. 16 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Instructs to investigate status of, with a view to effecting their release. | 463 |
| 469 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of F. M. Hearn. | 463 |
| 418 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | 1900 Oct. 27 | Same subject. Incloses copy of his note to foreign office, making representation in accordance with instruction No. 468. Oct. 16, 1900. | 464 |
| 482 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choaté | Nov. 1 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of William Smith. | 465 |
| Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay (Telegram.) | Nov. 21 | Same subject. Reports that American consul a Colombo will be permitted to communicate with prisoners. | 467 | |
| 431 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and in closes note from foreign office. | 467 |
| 500 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | do | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of Edward C. Janse. | 468 |
| 434 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | Nov. 24 | Same subject. Reports that it is inexpedient to request release of William Smith. | 469 |
| 506 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Dec. 6 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of William F. Versluis. | 469 |
| 525 | Same to same | 1901 Jan. 3 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of Dirk J. Dubber. | 470 |
| 473 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | Jan. 7 | Same subject. Reports release of Edward J Janse. | 470 |
| 504 | Same to same | Feb. 9 | Same subject. Reports refusal to release Dirk J. Dubber. | 471 |
| 620 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Choate | Apr. 30 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of Harry Wood. | 471 |
| 636 | Same to same | May 22 | Same subject. Instructs to report on case of William F. Smith. | 473 |
| 641 | Same to same | May 27 | Same subject, incloses correspondence relative to case of Francis Connelly. | 473 |
| 647 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | June 4 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of William F. Versluis. | 474 |
| 592 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | June 15 | Same subject. Reports refusal to release Harry Wood. | 474 |
| 610 | Same to same | July 3 | Same subject. Reports refusal to release William F. Smith and Francis Connelly. | 475 |
| 621 | Same to same | July 11 | Same subject. Reports that it is inexpedient to request release of William F. Versluis. | 475 |
| 241 | Mr. Lowther to Mr. Adee | Sept. 2 | Discourtesy to British flag at Skagway, Alaska. Recites circumstances, and requests that inquiry be made and offender punished. | 546 |
| 2251 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Lowther | Sept. 7 | Same subject. Quotes report of special Treasury agent, and suggests that Governments mutually discontinue practice of flying their customs flags within the jurisdiction of the other. | 546 |
| 735 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Choate | Sept. 30 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Incloses dispatch from consul at Colombo showing that certain prisoners have been released, and instructs to approach British Government on subject of American prisoners. | 475 |
| 736 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Choate | Oct. 1 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of Patrick Lennon. | 477 |
| 687 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Oct. 19 | Same subject. Reports representations made in accordance with instruction No. 735, Sept. 30, 1901. | 478 |
| 749 | Mr. Hill to Mr. White | Oct. 22 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of James L. Molloy. | 479 |
| 692 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Oct. 28 | Same subject. Reports that only prisoners who are certified to be dangerously ill will be released. | 479 |
| 758 | Mr. Hay to Mr. White | Oct. 30 | Same subject. Acknowledges dispatch No. 687, Oct. 19, 1901, and commends matter to further attention. | 480 |
| 699 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | Nov. 6 | Same subject. Reports having requested release of James L. Molloy. | 480 |
| 710 | Same to same | Nov. 22 | Same subject. Reports refusal to release James L. Molloy. | 480 |
| 732 | Same to same | Dec. 28 | Same subject. Incloses report in case of Patrick Lennon. | 481 |
| 3 | Lord Pauncefote to Mr. Hay. | 1902. Jan. 2 | Discourtesy to British flag at Skagway, Alaska. States that Canadian government agrees to suggestion that practice of flying the flag of either country on territory of the other shall be discontinued, and consider the incident closed. | 548 |
| 2330 | Mr. Hay to Lord Pauncefote. | Jan. 7 | Same subject. States that above views have been communicated to Treasury Department. | 548 |
| 8 | Lord Pauncefote to Mr. Hay. | Jan. 13 | Special embassy of the United States to coronation of Edward VII. Incloses proclamation fixing date of coronation. | 498 |
| 748 | Mr. White to Mr. Hay | 1902 Jan. 18 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Transmits copy of oath taken by Patrick Lennon before British commander in chief in South Africa. | 482 |
| 2343 | Mr. Hay to Lord Pauncefote | Jan. 25 | Discourtesy to British flag at Skagway, Alaska. States that United States customs officers on northern frontier have been instructed not hereafter to display official flags if their offices are located on British North American territory. | 548 |
| 24 | Lord Pauncefote to Mr. Hay | Jan. 29 | Title of King Edward VII. Incloses proclamation defining. | 507 |
| 823 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | do | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Incloses note of Chinese minister applying for good offices of United States in securing, expresses views of the United States on the subject, and instructs to ascertain views of the British Government. | 185 |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to British Government memorandum of Feb. 1 expressing views of the United States. | 26 | |
| 36 | Lord Pauneefoteto Mr. Hay. | Feb. 8 | Protection of British interests in Colombia by United States officials. Incloses letter of T. and J. Harrison, and expresses gratification at cooperation of United States and British officers. | 509 |
| 39 | Same to same | Feb. 11 | Discourtesy to British flag at Skagway, Alaska. States that Canadian customs officers nave been instructed not to display their flag on United States territory. Incloses minutes of Canadian privy council. | 549 |
| 778 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | Feb. 12 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Reports that British Government is in complete accord with views presented by the United States, and has sent instructions to its representatives in Pekin. | 187 |
| 780 | Same to same | do | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Reports that views of British Government are identical with those of the United States. | 511 |
| 781 | Same to same | do | Defensive agreement between Great Britain and Japan. Incloses text, comments thereon, and on its bearing on the open-door policy and the announced intention of Great Britain not to fortify Weihaiwei. | 518 |
| 839 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Feb. 14 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Incloses correspondence relative to case of Harry M. Wood. | 482 |
| 2365 | Mr. Hay to Lord Pauncefote | do | Protection of British interests in Colombia by United States officials. Acknowledges with appreciation note of Feb. 8, 1902. | 510 |
| Treaty between the United States and Great Britain. | Feb. 22 | To facilitate the construction of a ship canal. Text. | 517 | |
| 890 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | do | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses correspondence with foreign office relative to. | 512 |
| 59 | Lord Pauncefote to Mr. Hay | Feb. 27 | British protectorates in East Africa placed under zone of total prohibition of alcoholic liquors, under Article XCI of the Brussels art. Notification of. | 520 |
| 806 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | Mar. 11 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Reports refusal of British Government to make concessions in case of Harry M. Wood. | 483 |
| 856 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Mar. 12 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of Charles H. Toe Water | 484 |
| 1 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Reid | Mar. 18 | Special embassy of the United states to coronation of Edward VII. Appointment and in-instructions as ambassador extraordinary on special mission. | 498 |
| 861 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | do | Same subject. Gives personnel of special embassy. | 499 |
| 74 | Lord Pauncefote to Mr. Hay. | Mar. 21 | Same subject. Inquires as to personnel of special embassy, and incloses order of precedence. | 500 |
| 866 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Mar. 24 | Abduction of Miss Stone. Instructs to convey thanks for assistance in rescue rendered by British officials in Turkey and Bulgaria. | 520 |
| 2401 | Mr. Hay to Lord Pauncefote. | Mar. 25 | Special embassy of the United States to coronation of Edward VII. Gives personnel of. | 500 |
| 883 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Apr. 5 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Incloses correspondence relating to case of James L. Molloy. | 485 |
| 833 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | 1902 Apr. 12 | Same subject. Reports refusal to release H. McGaw Wood. | 48 |
| 895 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Choate | Apr. 14 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence relative to case of F. M. Hearn. | 488 |
| 840 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | do | Special embassy of the United States to coronation of Edward VII. Incloses note from foreign office stating that His Majesty will be pleased to receive Mr. Whitelaw Reid as special ambassador. | 50 |
| 841 | Same to same | Apr. 18 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Incloses correspondence snowing that C. H. Toe Water was a burgher of the South African Republic and carried arms. | 489 |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | May 3 | Protection of American interests in Bulgaria by British representatives. Suggests that formal request be made for. | 521 | |
| 909 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | May 8 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Incloses correspondence in case of Harry McGaw Wood. | 490 |
| Mr. Hay to Lord Pauncefote. | May 9 | Protection of American interests in Bulgaria by British representatives. States that United States ambassador at London has been instructed to formally request. | 521 | |
| 911 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | do | Same subject. Instruction in line with above note. | 521 |
| 857 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | May 12 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Reports that permission has been secured for consul at Hamilton to interview J. L. Molloy. | 491 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate (telegram). | do | Volcanic eruption at St. Vincent. Instructs to express sympathy and desire of United States to share work of aid and rescue. | 523 | |
| 122 | Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | May 13 | Protection by United States officials of British interests in Bolivia. Conveys thanks of British Government to Dr. Bridgman, United States minister, for. | 528 |
| Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 15 | Volcanic eruption at St. Vincent. Reports thanks for, and acceptance of offer of aid. | 523 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 17 | Same subject. Communicates formal reply of foreign office. | 524 | |
| 861 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Incloses correspondence in regard to offer of aid by the United States. | 524 |
| 922 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | May 21 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Instructs to obtain a list of. | 492 |
| Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 22 | Volcanic eruption at St. Vincent, Report in regard to needs of sufferers from. | 527 | |
| 862 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and incloses note from foreign office. | 527 |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | May 24 | Death of Lord Pauncefote, British ambassador to the United States. Announces. | 530 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Raikes | do | Same subject. Offers to send remains home in a national vessel. | 530 | |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | do | Same subject. States that above offer has been communicated to the British Government. | 530 | |
| Mr. Hay to Lord Lansdowne (telegram). | do | Same subject. Expresses sympathy and sorrow on account of. | 530 | |
| Lord Lansdowne to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 25 | Same subject. Thanks for the above message | 530 | |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | do | Same subject. Accepts offer to send remains home on a national United States vessel. | 531 | |
| 138 | Same to same | May 31 | Same subject. Conveys appreciation of the King for respect shown memory of Lord Pauncefote in United States. | 531 |
| 868 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | June 3 | Protection of American interests in Bulgaria by British representatives. Incloses request for and consent of British Government to. | 522 |
| Same to same (telegram) | June 6 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of British Government to. | 632 | |
| 874 | Same to same | June 7 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and incloses note from foreign office. | 532 |
| 941 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | June 14 | Protection of American interests in Bulgaria by British representatives. Instructs to convey thanks for. | 523 |
| 883 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | June 19 | Scholarships under will of Cecil John Rhodes. Transmits documents giving; details of. | 532 |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | June 24 | Coronation of Edward VII. Notification of postponement of. | 501 | |
| Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Same subject and tenor | 502 | |
| President RoosevelttoKing Edward VII (telegram). | do | Condolences on illness of King Edward VII | 537 | |
| 886 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | 1902. June 25 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. List of will be furnished as soon as possible. | 492 |
| 165 | Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | June 27 | Protection by United States consul of British interests at Martinique. Expresses thanks of his Government for. | 537 |
| 2485 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Raikes | July 3 | Same subject, states that a copy of above note has been sent to United States consul at Martinique. | 538 |
| Queen Alexandra to President Roosevelt (telegram). | July 4 | Condolences on illness of King Edward VII. Expresses gratitude for. | 537 | |
| 894 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | July 5 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Reports that they will be allowed to leave at their own expense or turned over to their consuls; otherwise must wait until British Government is ready to repatriate them. None will be permitted to return to South Africa. | 493 |
| 171 | Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | July 7 | Volcanic eruption at St. Vincent. Conveys thanks of his Government for assistance rendered by United States to sufferers from. | 528 |
| 952 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | July 9 | Scholarships under will of Cecil John Rhodes. Acknowledges dispatch No. 883 of June 19, and incloses copy of circulars sent to governors of the various States. | 536 |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Instructs to suggest that instructions be telegraphed to governor of Bermuda as to how to deal with. | 493 | |
| Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay (telegram). | July 10 | Same subject. Replying to above telegram, states that governor of Bermuda has been instructed, and refers to dispatch No. 894. July 5. | 493 | |
| 953 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | July 11 | Protection of an American citizen by British vice-consul at Van, Turkey. Incloses correspondence regarding, and instructs to express appreciation of United States Government for. | 540 |
| 956 | Same to same | July 12 | Protection of American interests at Habana by British consul-general. Instructs to express appreciation of United States Government for. | 543 |
| 1 | Mr. Reid to Mr. Hay | July 14 | Special embassy of the United States to coronation of Edward VII. Detailed report of. | 502 |
| 2 | Same to same | do | Interview in London of United States Special Ambassador Reid with Prince Chen, Chinese special envoy, reported. | 543 |
| 900 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | July 19 | Special embassy of the united states to coronation of Edward VII. Reports that British Government deprecates the sending of to the postponed coronation. | 506 |
| 184 | Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hill | July 21 | Condolences on illness of King Edward VII. Conveys King’s appreciation of sympathy expressed, and regret for his inability to thank the envoys to the coronation for the compliment their appointment conveyed. | 537 |
| 2502 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Raikes | July 25 | Protection by United States consul of British interest at Martinique. Incloses dispatch from consul at Guadeloupe relative to. | 538 |
| 903 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | July 28 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Incloses lists of those detained in Ceylon and Bermuda. | 494 |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hill | July 30 | Protection by United States consul of British interests at Martinique. Expresses thanks for report contained in Department’s No. 2502, July 25. | 539 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Raikes (telegram). | Aug. 6 | Protection of British interests in Colombia by United States officials. Communicates report of commander of U. S. S. Ranger that he is informed that Colombian Government contemplates seizing British steamer Quito. | 510 | |
| Same to same | Aug. 9 | Same subject. Supplementary to above telegram; incloses report of commanding officer of U. S. S. Philadelphia. | 510 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Aug. 11 | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions, and appeals to the principles laid down in the treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to the minister for foreign affairs. | 42 | |
| 914 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | 1902. Aug. 11 | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Reports inquiry of foreign office whether United States desires to make special arrangement for return of 10 from Ceylon. | 495 |
| 923 | Same to same | Aug. 21 | Same subject. Incloses list of those detained at St. Helena. | 495 |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Raikes | Aug. 22 | Release of British subject from involuntary military service in Venezuela, secured by United States naval officials. Advises of. | 545 | |
| 215 | Mr. Raikes to Mr. Adee | Aug. 30 | Death of Lord Pauncefote, British ambassador to the United States. Conveys thanks of British Government for military honors and transportation of remains to England on board the U. S. S. Brooklyn, which was met and escorted by two British war vessels. | 531 |
| 933 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | Sept. 3 | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objections of United States Government to immigration of such persons. Reports that British Government joins in views expressed by the United States Government, and will address other powers parties to the Berlin treaty on the subject. Incloses note from foreign office. | 549 |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Adee (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Conveys his Government’s congratulations on escape from injury. | 550 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Raikes (telegram). | do | Same subject. Appropriately acknowledges above telegram. | 550 | |
| 999 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Choate | do | Prisoners of war, American citizens, held in British colonies. Adverts to inability of Department or consuls to send the prisoners home and, in view of the fact that the men were confined by the British Government in distant places to serve its interested policy, expresses the hope that it will soon make arrangements to return them to the United States or remove them to some place where better opportunities for their transportation are afforded. | 496 |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Raikes | Sept. 6 | Release of British subject from involuntary military service in Venezuela secured by United States naval officials. Quotes from report of commanding officer of U. S. S. Cincinnati. | 545 | |
| 6 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Reid | Sept. 23 | Special embassy of the United States to coronation of Edward VII. Commends manner in which Mr. Reid represented the President. | 507 |
| Mr. Raikes to Mr. Adee | Oct. 1 | Protection of British interests in Colombia by United States officials. Requests that thanks of his Government be conveyed to the commander of the U. S. S. Philadelphia on account of. | 511 | |
| 245 | Same to same | do | Protection by United States officials of British interests in Bolivia. Requests continuation of. | 529 |
| Same to same | do | Release of British subject from involuntary military service in Venezuela secured by United States naval officials. Requests that thanks of his Government be conveyed to commander of the U. S. S. Cincinnati on account of. | 545 | |
| 2538 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Raikes | Oct. 4 | Protection by United States officials of British interests in Bolivia. States that instructions have been issued for continuation of. | 529 |
| Treaty between the United States and Great Britain. | Oct. 17 | Concerning the establishment of import duties in Zanzibar. | 551 | |
| 1034 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Choate | Oct. 18 | Protection of American interests by British vice-consul at Bitlis, Turkey. Instructs to express appreciation for. | 553 |
| 959 | Mr. Carter to Mr. Hay | Oct. 22 | Commercial treaty between Great Britain and China. Text. | 553 |
| 964 | Mr. Choate to Mr. Hay | Oct. 29 | Prisoners of war, America citizens, held in British colonies. Reports that those in Ceylon will be sent to the United States by the first packet. Note from foreign office inclosed. | 497 |
| 278 | Mr. Raikes to Mr. Hay | Nov. 10 | Protection by United States officials of British interests in Bolivia. Conveys thanks for continuation of. | 529 |
greece.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 53 | Mr. Francis to Mr. Hay | 1902. Feb. 1 | Courtesies at Piraeus to European squadron of the United States Navy, reported. | 565 |
| 56 | Same to same | Feb. 6 | Same subject and tenor | 565 |
| 21 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Francis | Feb. 21 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence with Navy Department relative to. | 566 |
| 77 | Mr. Wilson to Mr. Hay | June 21 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Greece to. | 567 |
| 104 | Mr. Francis to Mr. Hay | Dec. 13 | Courtesies to U. S. S. Hartford at Piraeus, reported. | 567 |
| 4 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Jackson | 1903. Jan. 6 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence with Navy Department relative to. | 568 |
guatemala and honduras.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| 629 | Mr. Hunter to Mr. Hay | 1902. Feb. 26 | Foreign debt of Guatemala. Transmits joint note of Belgian, British, French, German, and Italian representatives, inviting early measures for the satisfaction of arrangement with bondholders, and subsequent correspondence with, minister for foreign affairs. | 569 |
| 363 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hunter | Mar. 22 | Same subject. Instructs to keep Department advised of negotiations. | 578 |
| 365 | Same to same | Apr. 10 | Same subject. Incloses memoranda from and to German ambassador. States that the United States is indisposed to join with other powers in coercive action, but will reserve for United States citizens all rights secured by such action, and instructs to advise Government of Guatemala of this attitude. | 578 |
| Convention between the United States and Guatemala. | Apr. 11 | For the reciprocal protection of trade-marks and trade labels. | 582 | |
| 644 | Mr. Bailey to Mr. Hay | June 5 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Guatemala and Honduras. | 583 |
| 373 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Bailey | July 3 | Foreign debt of Guatemala. Instructs to report correspondence between the legation and Guatemalan Government. | 579 |
| 645 | Mr. Bailey to Mr. Hay | July 24 | Same subject. Incloses list of paid claims, and reports that Guatemalan Government will attempt to pay American creditors at an early date. | 579 |
| 646 | Same to same | July 30 | Same subject. Reports that Guatemalan Government will accord equal treatment to American creditors. Incloses correspondence with minister for foreign affairs. | 581 |
| The President of Guatemala to the President of the United States (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape from. | 584 | |
| President Roosevelt to President Estrada (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Same subject. Appropriately acknowledges above message. | 584 | |
| Convention between the United States and Guatemala. | Sept. 18 | Relating to the tenure and disposition of real and personal property. | 584 |
haiti.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | 1902. May 11 | Revolution. Reports situation critical and conflict for Presidency probable. | 587 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 12 | Same subject. Reports resignation of President, and requests presence of naval vessel. | 587 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Reports rioting, and that former President is on the eve of departure. | 587 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 15 | Same subject. Reports that provisional committees are in charge of cities. | 588 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Urges presence of naval vessel. | 588 | |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Powell (telegram). | May 16 | Same subject. States that U. S. S. Topeka has sailed for Port au Prince. | 588 | |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Same subject. Inquires if he shall recognize the “committee of safety.” | 588 | |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Powell (telegram). | do | Same subject. Instructs to enter into necessary business relations with de facto government. | 588 | |
| 1092 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | 1902 May 17 | Same subject. Full report of causes and incidents of. Incloses communications from com mittee of safety. | 589 |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 19 | Same subject. Inquires if he may take U. S. S Topeka to consult with commander of army of north and advise him not to go to Port au Prince. | 595 | |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Powell (telegram). | do | Same subject. Replies in negative to above inquiry. | 595 | |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 22 | Same subject. Reports arrival of U. S. S. Topeka | 596 | |
| 1095 | Same to same | May 24 | Same subject. Reports events to date, and states that Firmin’s advance on Port au Prince was stopped at request of diplomatic corps. | 596 |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 27 | Same subject. Reports establishment of a provisional government. | 597 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 28 | Same subject. Reports recognition of provisional government. | 598 | |
| 1098 | Same to same | May 30 | Same subject. Reports in detail on present situation, and incloses correspondence relative to recognition of provisional government. | 598 |
| 1102 | Same to same | June 4 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States I consular officials. Reports consent of Haiti to. | 678 |
| 1104 | Same to same | June 19 | Revolution. Reports present condition of political affairs, forthcoming congressional and presidential elections, prospects of several candidates, etc. | 602 |
| Same to same (telegram) | June 27 | Same subject. Reports intention of Haitian admiral to bombard Cape Haitian. | 604 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | June 28 | Same subject. Reports that Haitian Government styles admiral a pirate and disavows his action. | 605 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | June 30 | Same subject. Reports that Cape Haitian was fired upon, and that Firmin embarked from that place. | 605 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Reports that Haitian Government has ordered arrest of admiral. | 605 | |
| 1110 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Incloses correspondence with consul at Cape Haitian regarding troubles at that place. | 605 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Powell (telegram). | July 3 | Same subject. States that U. S. S. Marietta has been ordered to Cape Haitian. | 608 | |
| 1111 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | July 7 | Same subject. Reports events to date, bombardment of Cape Haitian, and progress of elections. | 609 |
| 1119 | Same to same | July 17 | Question of “right of asylum” in United States legations. Reports abuses, and suggests limitations. | 679 |
| 1121 | Same to same | July 19 | Revolution. Reports in detail present status of affairs. | 611 |
| 1123 | Same to same | July 25 | Same subject. Reports request of provisional government that Admiral Killick and his vessel be considered and treated as pirates by neutral powers, and expresses opinion that request is inadmissible; incloses correspondence. | 614 |
| Same to same (telegram) | July 26 | Same subject. Reports request that foreign naval vessels be called upon to capture Admiral Killick. | 615 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Reports that civil war has been declared; cabinet dissolved; Firmin marching with army on Port au Prince. | 615 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell (telegram). | do | Same subject. States that rule as to piracy is stated in instruction to Mr. Powell’s predecessor. | ||
| 524 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Powell | July 30 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and quotes portion of instruction referred to. | 616 |
| 1127 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | Aug. 1 | Same subject. Detailed report on condition of affairs, movements of opposing forces, and prospects of presidential election in the assembly. | 616 |
| 526 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell | Aug. 2 | Same subject. Transmits reports of commander of U. S. S. Marietta concerning conditions at Cape Haitian and Port de Paix. | 620 |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Aug. 5 | Same subject. Reports that Firmin set up a new government at Gonaives. | 621 | |
| 1132 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Exhaustive report on present and prospective conditions. | 622 |
| 528 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell | Aug. 6 | Question of “right of asylum” in United States legations; states that political reasons are not to be considered, but the merits of each individual case, in granting privilege of refuge; refers to previous instructions. | 681 |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | 1902. Aug. 9 | Revolution. Reports request of provisional government that United States prevent shipment of arms to ports in rebellion, and that Petit Goave has been captured by Government troops | 626 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Aug. 10 | Same subject. Reports that he has cabled Commander McCrea not to recognize blockade. | 626 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Powel (telegram). | Aug. 11 | Same subject. Instructs to disregard blockade unless it is effective. | 627 | |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (tel egram). | Do | Same subject. Reports destruction of Petit Goave and has instructed consul at Cape Haitian to ignore blockade. | 627 | |
| 529 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell | Aug. 12 | Same subject. States that United States will duly observe obligations of neutrality. | 627 |
| 1137 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | Aug. 15 | Same subject. Gives full account of events already reported by cable; discusses present and prospective conditions; incloses notice of blockade of Cape Haitian by revolutionary government and his reply declining to acknowledge blockade or recognize that government. Incloses correspondence with consul at Cape Haitian and commander of the Machias, and text of protest of the captain of the Paloma. | 627 |
| 530 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell | Aug. 16 | Same subject. Incloses instructions issued by Treasury Department to collectors in order to prevent violation of neutrality of United States, and states that diplomatic and consular officers of Haiti may bring facts to knowledge of local United States officers. | 635 |
| 531 | Same to same | Aug. 18 | Same subject. States that blockade of Cape Haitian has been abandoned by Admiral Killick. | 636 |
| 532 | Same to same | do | Same subject. States that views reported in dispatch No. 1123, of July 25, concerning request of Haitian Government that insurgent vessel and admiral be considered as pirates, coincide with Department’s previous instructions. | 636 |
| 1141 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | Aug. 20 | Same subject. Reports movements in the field and proceedings in the Congress during the week. Incloses letter from consular agent at Petit Goave. | 636 |
| 533 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell | Aug. 21 | Same subject. Incloses letters of Aug. 18 from and Aug. 21 to Department of Justice touching preservation of neutrality of the United States. | 639 |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Aug. 29 | Same subject. Reports movements in the field | 639 | |
| 1146 | Same to same | Do | Same subject. Reviews events of the week; incloses correspondence with revolutionist leader Firmin, and states that provisional government has sought his mediation. | 640 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 3 | Same subject. Reports that Admiral Killick stopped and searched a German vessel. | 644 | |
| Mr. Leger to Mr. Hay | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape from. | 682 | |
| 1150 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | Sept. 6 | Revolution. Reviews events and conditions. Incloses proclamation of revolutionist leader Firmin and correspondence with provisional government relative to seizure of arms on German steamer Markomannia. | 645 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 7 | Same subject. Reports sinking of insurgent vessel Crête by German war ship Panther. | 649 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Reports that Admiral Killick and crew escaped. | 649 | |
| 1154 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Transmits various reports of the sinking of the Crête. | 649 |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Léger | Sept. 8 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Acknowledges note of Sept. 4, with appreciation. | 682 | |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Sept. 9 | Revolution. States that it is reported that Admiral Killick and two officers went down with the Crête. | 650 | |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Same subject. Reports that Government has published decree closing ports of Gonaives, St. Marc, and Port de Paix. | 650 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell (telegram). | Sept. 10 | Same subject. States that United States Government does not recognize closure of ports by mere decree: that blockade must be effective. | 650 | |
| 538 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Approves refusal to recognize a paper blockade. | 651 |
| 540 | Same to same | Sept. 11 | Same subject. Confirms Department’s telegram of 10th instant, and incloses instruction to consul-general at Santo Domingo relative to blockade by decree. | 651 |
| Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Same subject, States that French and German vessels have been permitted to enter closed port, and he has demanded same right for American vessels. | 652 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Powel (telegram). | 1902. Sept. 11 | Same subject. States that refusal to recognize blockade should be based on grounds set forth in Department’s telegram of Sept. 10. | 652 | |
| 1157 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | Sept. 12 | Same subject. Incloses decree of blockade referred to in telegram of Sept. 9; reports interview with President Canal, and incloses correspondence. | 653 |
| 541 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Powell | Sept. 13 | Same subject. Confirms Department’s telegram of Sept. 11, and points out irrelevancy of argument presented in legation’s telegram of Sept. 11. | 655 |
| 1158 | Mr. Powell to Mr. Hay | do | Same subject. Reports revolutionary movement and political conditions of the week. | 655 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 19 | Same subject. Reports that Government advises of blockade of Gonaives and St. Marc. | 663 | |
| 1167 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram | 663 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 22 | Same subject. Reports that Government states there is a chartered vessel cruising at each blockaded port. | 664 | |
| 1171 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Weekly report of revolutionary and political conditions. | 664 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 25 | Same subject. Reports that there are no Haitian vessels at blockaded ports. | 666 | |
| 1175 | Same to same | Sept. 27 | Same subject. Weekly report of revolutionary and political conditions. | 666 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 28 | Same subject. Transmits request that naval vessel be sent to Port de Paix. | 668 | |
| 1176 | Same to same | Oct. 2 | Same subject. Reports on loans contracted by Government. | 668 |
| 1178 | Same to same | Oct. 3 | Same subject. Reports interview with President Canal at which position of the United States on question of blockade by decree was stated. | 669 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Oct. 6 | Same subject. Reports that Government states it will place armed vessels at Gonaives and St. Marc. | 670 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Oct. 7 | Same subject. States that time of blockade has been changed to commence Oct. 12. | 670 | |
| 1181 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports interviews with President Canal and presidential candidates relative to good offices of legation toward restoration of peace. | 670 |
| Mr. Terres to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Oct. 16 | Same subject. Reports that St. Marc has capitulated to provisional government. | 673 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Oct. 17 | Same subject. Reports surrender of Gonaives, and embarkation of Firmin and his followers. | 673 | |
| 1193 | Same to same | Oct. 22 | Same subject. Reports political conditions quiet and likely to remain so until election of President takes place. | 673 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Nov. 5 | Same subject. Reports that political refugees at Gonaives are claimed by General Nord, and that consul has been instructed not to deliver them. | 673 | |
| 1196 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports that President of provisional government telegraphed orders not to use force in seizing refugees above referred to. | 674 |
| 1197 | Same to same | Nov. 7 | Same subject. Reports conflict between returning volunteers and regular troops in Port au Prince. | 674 |
| 550 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Powell | Nov. 21 | Same subject. Refers to dispatch No 1196, Nov. 5, and states that the United States could object to political refugees being taken from its consulates by force, but could not shelter fugitives from orderly processes of courts. | 675 |
| 1198 | Mr. Terres to Mr. Hay | do | Same subject. Reports that political situation is unchanged, and arrival of General Nord and his army in about ten days is expected to decide presidential question. | 675 |
| 1199 | Same to same | Dec. 10 | Same subject. Reports that quiet prevails, and anticipates that presidential election will soon take place. | 676 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Dec. 16 | Same subject. Reports great excitement over arrival of General Nord. | 676 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Dec. 22 | Same subject. Reports that General Nord has been elected President. | 677 | |
| 1204 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports that General Nord took possession of palace on Dec. 18, was acclaimed President, the choice being sanctioned by the assembly on Dec. 21. | 677 |
italy.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 71 | Mr. Kay to Mr. Moyer | 1902. Jan. 29 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Incloses note of Chinese minister applying for good offices of United States in securing, expresses views of the United States on the subject, and instructs to ascertain views of the Italian Government. | 185 |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to Italian Government memorandum of Feb. 1 expressing views of the United States. | 26 | |
| 145 | Mr. Meyer to Mr. Hay | Feb. 24 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Reports that Italian Government is not opposed to, on principle, but will await action of other powers. Incloses note from minister for foreign affairs. | 189 |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 31 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports assent of Italy. | 683 | |
| 162 | Same to same | June 2 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and incloses note from minister for foreign affairs. | 683 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Iddings | Aug. 11 | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions, and appeals to the principles laid down in the treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to minister for foreign affairs. | 42 | |
| Signor Mayor to Mr. Hay | Sept. 5 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations of King of Italy on escape. | 683 | |
| Mr. Iddings to Mr. Hay | Sept. 6 | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. Reports having left a copy of instruction of Aug. 11 with minister for foreign affairs. | 684 | |
| 70 | Mr. Adee to Signor Mayor | Sept. 11 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Expresses appreciation of note of Sept. 5. | 684 |
| 197 | Mr. Iddings to Mr. Hay | Oct. 7 | Jews in Roumania, Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. Reports interview with minister for foreign affairs, and states that Italy is very little concerned in the Question | 684 |
| 204 | Mr. Meyer to Mr. Hay | Nov. 6 | Passport application of Antonio Basile. Reports refusal to grant. | 685 |
| 125 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Meyer | Dec. 9 | Same subject. Approves action reported above | 685 |
japan.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| 591 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | 1901. Oct. 24 | Taxation of buildings on perpetually leased ground in Japan. Incloses note from Japanese minister for foreign affairs stating position of Japanese Government in the matter. | 687 |
| 599 | Same to same | Nov. 15 | Same subject. Incloses statement of foreign leaseholders, and discusses in light of diplomatic correspondence of the Japanese Government with other treaty powers. | 688 |
| 601 | Same to same | Nov. 22 | Same subject. Incloses note to minister for foreign affairs reserving rights of United States citizens to eventual refund of taxes. | 694 |
| 602 | Same to same | Nov. 29 | Same subject. Incloses note from minister of foreign affairs assuring that United States citizens will not be discriminated against; and reports that taxes are still opposed by representatives and citizens of France, Germany, and Great Britain. | 694 |
| 377 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck | Dec. 12 | Same subject. Reserves expression of opinion until position and representations of other powers are known. | 695 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Dec. 18 | Same subject. States that Americans should pay the tax under protest. | 696 | |
| 606 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | Dec. 20 | Same subject. Reports that consuls have been instructed to advise payment under protest. Incloses letter to consul-general at Yokohama giving minister’s views. States that to eizure for nonpayment of taxes has yet been made, but may be at any time, and that Japanese Government declines arbitration. | 696 |
| 611 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 4 | Same subject. Incloses note from minister for foreign affairs stating that tax officials of Yokohama will be advised to accept payment under protest. | 697 |
| Same to same (telegram). | Jan. 18 | Same subject. Reports that payment, even under protest, is still refused by many Americans; enforcement has been suspended until Jan. 25, and inquires if he shall officially suggest arbitration if representatives of other powers do so. | 698 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck (tel egram). | do | Same subject. Instructs to officially suggest arbitration, and to endeavor to have enforcement of collection of tax suspended. | 698 | |
| 616 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | Jan. 20 | Same subject. Incloses copies of representations of British, French, German, and Netherlands legations, protesting against tax, and states that other powers have not taken position. Reports that no opposition is made to collection of taxes on income from perpetual leases. | 699 |
| 385 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck | Jan. 29 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Incloses note of Chinese minister applying for good offices of United States in securing, expresses views of the United States on the subject, and instructs to ascertain views of the Japanese Government. | 185 |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to Japanese Government memorandum of Feb. 1, expressive views of the United States. | 26 | |
| 618 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | do | Taxation of buildings on perpetually leased ground in Japan. Reports that foreign ministers will take no further official action pending receipt of instructions from their respective Governments, and that no steps have yet been taken by Japanese Government to enforce payment of tax. | 704 |
| 623 | Same to same | Mar. 7 | Restoration of Tientsin to Chinese authorities. Reports that Japanese Government concurs in Views of the United States. Incloses notes to and from minister for foreign affairs. | 189 |
| 625 | Same to same | Mar. 11 | Taxation of buildings on perpetually leased ground in Japan. Reports that Japanese Government has decided to submit to arbitration. | 705 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Mar. 17 | Same subject. Inquires if he shall ask that the United States be made a party to the arbitration. | 705 | |
| 627 | Same to same | Mar. 18 | Same subject. Confirms above telegram, which was sent in consequence of inclosed resolutions of American citizens at Yokohama. | 705 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck (telegram). | Mar. 19 | Same subject. Instructs to propose an exchange of notes by which Japan and the United States will agree to abide by decision in the arbitration between Japan and other States touching both house and income tax, and that Japan will agree to apply the principle equally to nationals of the United States, France, Germany, mid Great Britain. Should Japan decline this proposition Mr. Buck is to request that the United States become a party to the arbitration. | 707 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Mar. 24 | Same subject. Instructs to take no action on above telegram, the required assurance having been given through Japanese minister to the; United States. | 708 | |
| 629 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | Mar. 26 | Same subject. Incloses notes to and from minister for foreign affairs in accordance with Department’s telegram of Mar. 19. Reports that Japan will not submit question of income tax to arbitration. | 708 |
| 399 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Buck | Apr. 12 | Same subject. Incloses memoranda from and to British embassy, and instructs to suggest, in accordance therewith, that the question be decided in all its bearings by the contemplated arbitration. | 709 |
| 400 | Same to same | Apr. 14 | Same subject. States that minister should not, without instructions, request that the United States be made a party to the arbitration. | 710 |
| 402 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck | Apr. 25 | Same subject. Refers to instruction No. 399, Apr. 12, and incloses memoranda from and to British embassy. | 711 |
| 637 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | 1902. Apr. 26 | Same subject. States that proposal of Japanese Government to submit to arbitration is likely to be withdrawn on account of endeavors of British minister to have other questions in eluded. Incloses correspondence between British minister and Japanese minister for for eign affairs. | 712 |
| 405 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck | May 7 | Same subject. Explains apparent change of attitude of Department on question of arbitration. | 716 |
| 642 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | May 14 | Same subject. Incloses note to minister for foreign affairs declaring that the United States expect arbitration to decide all points in controversy, as directed in instruction No. 399, Apr. 12. | 717 |
| 643 | Same to same | May 16 | Same subject. Incloses reply to note referred to in above dispatch, in which Japanese Government declines to submit to arbitration any other question than that of the house tax, which it contends is the only one that has been submitted to diplomatic discussion. | 718 |
| 647 | Same to same | June 2 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Japan. | 730 |
| 651 | Same to same | June 9 | Taxation of buildings on perpetually leased ground in Japan. Acknowledges instruction No. 405, of May 7, and states that Department’s position has been carefully noted. | 718 |
| 411 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck | June 11 | Same subject. Approves note transmitted in dispatch No. 642, May 14. | 719 |
| 660 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | June 26 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence of the British, French, and German ministers with the Japanese foreign office relative to scope of the contemplated arbitration. | 720 |
| 414 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Buck | July 18 | Same subject. Gives reasons why the United States, while adhering to its promise not to become a party to the proposed arbitration, believes it to be for the best interests of all concerned that every question connected therewith should be adjusted by the tribunal. | 724 |
| 671 | Mr. Buck to Mr. Hay | Aug. 15 | Same subject. Reports that scope of arbitration appears to have been determined, and protocol, substance of which is given, will likely be signed in a few days. | 725 |
| 672 | Same to same | Aug. 18 | Same subject. Reports that collection of taxes will be suspended on the signing of the arbitration protocol. | 726 |
| Minister for foreign affairs of Japan to Japanese minister to the United States (telegram). | Sept. 6 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations of Emperor of Japan on escape from injury. | 731 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Takahira (telegram). | do | Same subject. Acknowledges above, with appreciation. | 731 | |
| 424 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Buck | Sept. 23 | Taxation of buildings on perpetually leased ground in Japan. Expresses satisfaction at suspension of collection of taxes announced in dispatch No. 672. Aug. 18. | 726 |
| 685 | Mr. Wilson to Mr. Hay | Sept. 27 | Same subject. Incloses note from minister for foreign affairs, accompanying copy of protocol of arbitration signed Aug. 18, with Great Britain, France, and Germany, submitting question to three members of the International Court of Arbitration. | 727 |
| Mr. Ferguson to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Dec. 4 | Death of Alfred E. Buck, United States minister to Japan, announced. | 731 | |
| Memorandum. Mr. Takahira to Mr. Hay. | do | Same subject. Conveys condolence of Imperial Government. | 731 | |
| 88 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Takahira | Dec. 11 | Same subject. Acknowledges above, with appreciation. | 732 |
korea.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| 445 | Mr. Paddock to Mr. Hay | 1902. Mar. 15 | Amendment (proposed) to land regulations of foreign settlement at Chemulpo, which will admit all consuls to municipal council, reported. | 733 |
| 456 | Mr. Allen to Mr. Hay | May 7 | Same subject. Submits Japanese amendment, under which only consuls of treaty powers holding land directly or through citizens or subjects would sit in municipal council. | 736 |
| 472 | Mr. Allen to Mr. Hay | 1902. June 3 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Korea. | 736 |
| 196 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Allen | June 12 | Amendment to land regulations of foreign settlement at Chemulpo. States that amendment proposed by Japanese Government may be agreed to. | 735 |
| The Emperor of Korea to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 16 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape. | 737 | |
| President Roosevelt to the Emperor of Korea (telegram). | do | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram | 737 |
mexico.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date | Subject. | Page. |
| 563 | Mr. Wharton to Mr. Ryan | 1891. Aug. 3 | Claim of the Catholic Church of California (Pious Fund) v. Mexico. Instructs to invite attention of Mexican Government to, and request satisfactory adjustment. | 738 |
| 737 | Mr. Ryan to Mr. Blaine | Aug. 17 | Same subject. Incloses his note to Mexican minister for foreign affairs regarding. | 739 |
| 684 | Mr. Blaine to Mr. Ryan | 1892. Feb. 19 | Same subject. Instructs to request reply to above-mentioned note. | 740 |
| 820 | Mr. Foster to Mr. Ryan | Sept. 15 1897. | Same subject and tenor | 740 |
| 57 | Mr. Day to Mr. Clayton | July 17 | Same subject. Instructs to again bring matter to attention of Mexican Government. | 741 |
| 96 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Sherman. | Sept. 1 | Same subject. Incloses his note to Mexican minister for foreign affairs regarding. | 741 |
| 152 | Same to same | Oct. 21 | Same subject. Incloses reply of minister for foreign affairs advancing opinion, for reasons stated, that diplomatic intervention is, at this time, armature. | 742 |
| 169 | Mr. Sherman to Mr. Clayton. | Oct. 30 | Same subject. Incloses letter from Mr. Doyle giving a concrete statement of the circumstances and particulars of the claim. | 744 |
| 331 | Same to same | 1898. Mar. 10 | Same subject. Incloses letter from Mr. Doyle presenting arguments and observations in response to statements of Mexican minister for foreign affairs. | 747 |
| 409 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Sherman. | May 4 | Same subject. Reports having brought Mr. Doyle’s communication, above referred to, to attention of Mexican minister for foreign affairs. | 751 |
| 263 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | 1899. Dec. 4 | Same subject. Disputes contention of Mexican Government that diplomatic intervention is premature, argues question, and instructs to urge payment of claim. | 751 |
| 532 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | 1900. Feb. 9 | Same subject. Incloses his note to minister for foreign affairs, transmitting instruction No. 263, Dec. 4. 1899. | 753 |
| 369 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | June 7 | Same subject. States that the claim, having been once arbitrated, is considered res judicata. | 753 |
| 703 | Mr. McCreery to Mr. Hay | June 14 | Same subject. Incloses his note to minister for foreign affairs, calling attention to above instruction. | 754 |
| 848 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Dec. 14 | Same subject. Incloses note from minister for foreign affairs questioning the right of the Commission to pass upon the original claim, arguing that the present claim is a new one that should first be tried in the Mexican courts, and discussing the point of res judicata alleged in Department’s instruction No. 369, June 7, 1900. | 754 |
| 543 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | 1901. July 18 | Same subject. Takes up and controverts arguments advanced in note above referred to; instructs to suggest arbitration or compromise, and, if the former is accepted, lays down the bases and principles for arbitration. Incloses copies of briefs of Mr. Doyle and Ralston & Siddons. | 760 |
| 1038 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | 1901. Aug. | Claim of Michael Brown v. Mexico, on accoun of illegal eviction and imprisonment. Report action of embassy and incloses correspondence. | 786 |
| 1052 | Same to same | Aug. 21 | Claim of the Catholic Church (Pious Fund) v Mexico. Incloses note to minister for foreign affairs, transmitting documents forwarded with instruction No. 543, July 18, 1901. | 775 |
| 1176 | Same to same | Nov. | Same subject. Reports interview with minister for foreign affairs, who had not read the documents submitted to him. | 776 |
| 1181 | Same to same | Nov. 13 | Same subject. Reports having informally discussed question of arbitration with minister for foreign affairs. | 777 |
| 605 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | Nov. 21 | Same subject. Approves course reported in above dispatch, and states that terms of arbitration and names of arbitrators should be reported in advance for approval of Department. | 778 |
| 613 | Same to same | Dec. 7 | Enforced enlistment in and discharge from Mexican army of Francisco Cuero, an American Indian. Incloses correspondence and instructs to use good offices. | 789 |
| 1215 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Dec. 16 | Claim of the Catholic Church (Pious Fund) v. Mexico. Reports that agreement to submit to arbitration has been reached. Incloses notes exchanged with minister for foreign affairs. | 778 |
| 1237 | Same to same | 1902. Jan. 16 | Enforced enlistment in and discharge from Mexican army of Francisco Cuero, an American Indian. Reports that discharge has been ordered. Incloses correspondence. | 791 |
| 635 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | Jan. 23 | Claim of the Catholic Church (Pious Fund) v. Mexico. Instructs to propose arbitration by The Hague International Tribunal. | 780 |
| 244 | Mr. de Azpiroz to Mr. Hay | Jan. 24 | Consular immunities in the absence of treaty stipulations. Submits case of Mexican consul at Pensacola, Fla., of whom personal taxes are demanded by the county. | 792 |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. de Azpiroz | Feb. 6 | Passage through United States of remains of late Mexican minister to Austria-Hungary. States that courtesies will be extended on occasion of. | 794 | |
| 249 | Mr. de Azpiroz to Mr. Hay | Feb. 7 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note and expresses appreciation. | 794 |
| 1274 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Feb. 21 | Arrest and imprisonment of American citizens, railway employees, in Mexico. Incloses correspondence and reports particularly case of Nathaniel F. Bonsall. | 795 |
| 222 | Mr. Hay to Mr. de Azpiroz. | Feb. 28 | Consular immunities in the absence of treaty stipulations. States that Mexican consul at Pensacola, Fla., will be exempted from payment of personal taxes. | 794 |
| 656 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | Mar. 4 | Arrest and imprisonment of American citizens, railway employees, in Mexico. Acknowledges dispatch No. 1274, Feb. 21, and states that it is unnecessary to pursue subject further. | 808 |
| 664 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Clayton | Mar. 13 | Claim of the Catholic Church (Pious Fund) v. Mexico. Suggests that it would be to the credit of both countries to be the first States to submit an international controversy to The Hague Tribunal. | 780 |
| 1311 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Mar. 27 | Same subject. Reports acceptance by Mexico of the Arbitration Tribunal at The Hague. Incloses correspondence. | 780 |
| 1348 | Mr. McCreery to Mr. Hay | May 7 | Treaty of compulsory arbitration between Mexico and Spain. Incloses text. | 813 |
| 261 | Mr. de Azpiroz to Mr. Hay | May 10 | Claim of the Catholic Church (Pious Fund) v. Mexico. States that he has received instructions to perfect the protocol for arbitration by the International Tribunal of The Hague. | 782 |
| 1357 | Mr. McCreery to Mr. Hay | May 16 | Arrest and imprisonment of American citizens, railway employees, in Mexico. Incloses correspondence regarding case of Nathaniel F. Bonsall. | 808 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. de Azpiroz | May 20 | Claim of the Catholic Church (Pious Fund) v. Mexico. Submits draft of protocol for arbitration. | 783 | |
| 1394 | Mr. McCreery to Mr. Hay | May 29 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular oflicials. Reports consent of Mexico. | 815 |
| 1413 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | June 11 | Arrest and imprisonment of American citizens, railway employees, in Mexico. Reports on and incloses correspondence regarding case of Nathaniel F. Bonsall. | 810 |
| 1430 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | 1902. June 17 | Treaty of commerce and navigation between Austria-Hungary and Mexico. Incloses text. | 815 |
| 1434 | Same to same | June 19 | Claim of Michael Brown v. Mexico, on account of illegal eviction and imprisonment. Reports payment of indemnity of $10,000 to Brown Incloses correspondence. | 788 |
| 727 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | June 21 | Arrest and imprisonment of American citizens railway employees, in Mexico. Acknowledges dispatch No. 1413, June 11, and states that it is not perceived that any further action can be taken in the case of Nathaniel F. Bonsall. | 812 |
| 730 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Clayton | June 28 | Claim of Michael Brown v. Mexico on account of illegal eviction and imprisonment. Expresses gratification at adjustment of. | 789 |
| 736 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | July 14 | Jurisdiction of United States consuls over disputes and differences between masters, officers, and crews of American vessels in Mexican ports. Incloses letters from the Pacific Mail Steamship Co. regarding, and instructs to ask that Mexican Government accord to American vessels the usual treatment given in the United States by comity, and to suggest a supplemental treaty article on the subject. | 816 |
| 1485 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | July 26 | Denials of justice to United States citizens. Submits proposed communication to consular officers relative to prompt action regarding, and requests Department’s approval of same. | 828 |
| 1529 | Same to same | Aug. 15 | Jurisdiction of United States consuls over disputes and differences between masters, officers, and crews of American vessels in Mexican ports. Incloses notes to minister for foreign affairs proposing additional treaty article and suggesting that matter be left in the meanwhile with consuls by comity. | 819 |
| 762 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Clayton | Aug. 18 | Denials of justice to United States citizens. Approves course submitted in dispatch No. 1485, July 26. | 829 |
| 1547 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Aug. 26 | Jurisdiction of United States consuls over disputes and differences between masters, officers, and crews of American vessels in Mexican ports. Reports that proposal for additional convention has been referred to the law officers of the Mexican foreign office. | 829 |
| 1555 | Same to same | Aug. 28 | Denials of justice to United States citizens. Incloses circular letter to consuls directing them to report to embassy cases of. | 829 |
| President Diaz to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape. | 830 | |
| President Roosevelt to President Diaz (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram with appreciation. | 831 | |
| 1567 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Sept. 6 | Arrest and imprisonment of American citizens, railway employees, in Mexico. Reports that appeal in case of Nathaniel F. Bonsall has been rejected by the supreme court. | 812 |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Clayton | Sept. 9 | Denials of justice to United States citizens. Approves action reported in dispatch No. 1555. Aug. 28. | 830 | |
| 1583 | Mr. Clayton to Mr. Hay | Sept. 19 | Message of the President of Mexico to Congress. Passages relating to the Pious Fund claim and the silver Question. | 831 |
| 1614 | Same to same | Oct. 24 | Jurisdiction of United States consuls over disputes and differences between masters, officers, and crews of American vessels in Mexican ports. Reports that the law of Mexico recognizes, and the minister for foreign affairs deems an additional treaty article unnecessary. Incloses correspondence. | 821 |
| 1618 | Same to same | Nov. 4 | Reception of General Carlos Garcia Velez, Cuban minister to Mexico, reported. | 832 |
| 803 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Clayton | Nov. 17 | Jurisdiction of United States consuls over disputes and differences between masters, officers, and crews of American vessels in Mexican ports. Incloses Department circular to consuls in Mexico defining their rights and powers. | 827 |
netherlands.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 453 | Mr. Newel to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 9 | Passport application of Juliaan Johan Becker. Submits for instructions. | 834 |
| 306 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Newel | Jan. 29 | Same subject. Approves refusal to issue | 834 |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to Netherlands Government memorandum of Feb. 1. expressing views of the United States. | 26 | |
| Mr. Newel to Mr. Hay | June 20 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Netherlands Government. | 835 |
nicaragua, costa rica, and salvador.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 425 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Merry | 1901. Oct. 25 | Protection of Danish interests in Salvador by United States officials. Instructs to request permission of Government of Salvador to extend. | 836 |
| Mr. Penfleld, Solictor Department of State, to the Secretary of State. | Claims of the Salvador Commercial Co. et al. v. Salvador. Transmits report containing statement of case and pointing out liability of Salvador. | 838 | ||
| Señor Zaldivar to Mr. Hay | Oct. 30 | Same subject. Proposes arbitration | 856 | |
| 429 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Merry | Dec. 10 | Protection of Danish interests in Salvador by United States officials. Advises that Danish Government will issue notice to its subjects informing them of. | 836 |
| Protocol of agreement between the United States and Salvador. | Dec. 19 | Claims of the Salvador Commercial Co. et al. v. Salvador. Providing for arbitration. | 857 | |
| 665 | Mr. Merry to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 4 | Treaty relations with Salvador. Termination of, and its possible effect on the status of consuls in Salvador. Reports that United States consul has been advised by legation to proceed as if treaties were still in operation. | 880 |
| 438 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Merry | Jan. 11 | Claim of Rosa Gelbtrunk v. Salvador. Instructs to suggest submission to arbitrators of claim of Salvador Commercial Co. | 873 |
| 446 | Same to same | Jan. 22 | Treaty relations with Salvador. States that treaty of amity, etc., having been abrogated, legation’s suggestion to consul-general, reported in dispatch No. 665, Jan. 4, was erroneous. | 880 |
| 686 | Mr. Merry to Mr. Hay | Feb. 9 | Treaty between Central American States providing for the arbitration of differences. Transmits text. | 881 |
| 691 | Same to same | Feb. 20 | Protection of Danish interests in Salvador by United States officials. Incloses note from minister for foreign affairs authorizing in the same manner and under the same conditions now applying to Chinese. | 836 |
| 694 | Same to same | Mar. 1 | Treaty between Central American states providing for the arbitration of differences. Reports adhesion of Guatemala, and discusses effects of visit of President of Salvador to Guatemala, and of the treaty on the peace of Central America. | 883 |
| 696 | Mr. Merry to Mr. Hill | Do | Claim of Rosa Gelbtrunk v. Salvador. Reports that Government of Salvador accepts arbitration provided it be allowed thirty days from date of acceptance by the Department of State for preparation of its case. | 874 |
| 457 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Merry | Mar. 7 | Protection of Danish interests in Salvador by United States officials. Directs that consuls be instructed to extend, with same restrictions as apply to Chinese subjects. | 837 |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Merry (telegram). | Mar. 14 | Claim of Rosa Gelbtrunk v. Salvador. Grants 30 days’ delay, as requested, and states that this action closes agreement to arbitrate. | 875 | |
| 698 | Mr. Merry to Mr. Hill | Mar. 15 | Same subject. Incloses notes to minister for foreign affairs of Salvador in accordance with above telegram. | 875 |
| Sir Henry Strong, Don M. Dickinson, and José Rosa Pacas, arbitrators. | Apr. 26 | Same subject. Opinion in case | 877 | |
| Same | May 2 | Same subject. Award | 876 | |
| Sir Henry Strong and Don M. Dickinson, arbitrators. | May 8 | Claims of the Salvador Commercial Co. et al. v. Salvador. Award. | 859 | |
| Same | Do | Same subject. Opinion | 862 | |
| 726 | Mr. Merry to Mr. Hay | 1902. May 31 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Costa Rica. | 883 |
| 733 | Same to same | June 18 | Same subject. Reports consent of Salvador | 884 |
| 734 | Same to same | June 20 | Same subject. Reports consent of Nicaragua | 884 |
| 747 | Same to same | July 19 | Transit across the Isthmus of Panama under treaty of 1846. Incloses correspondence in regard to detention of arms destined for Nicaragua by Colombian authorities, and suggests that free transit be required by the United States. | 884 |
| 492 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Merry | Aug. 5 | Same subject. States that treaty of 1846 was made for the benefit of the contracting parties, and does not impair the rights of Colombia to place an embargo on the traffic of other states. | 886 |
| 757 | Mr. Merry to Mr. Hay | Aug. 31 | Same subject. Incloses further appeal from President of Nicaragua, and takes position that guaranty of the United States applies to all countries. | 887 |
| President Regalado to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 10 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Expresses sympathy. | 889 | |
| President Roosevelt to President Regalado (telegram). | Sept. 12 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, with thanks. | 889 | |
| 500 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Merry | do | Transit across the Isthmus of Panama. Guaranty of, by the United States under treaty of 1846. Acknowledges and discusses dispatch No. 757, Aug. 31; points out inapplicability of art. 17 to the stoppage of arms shipped to Nicaragua, and declares that so long as rights of American vessels and citizens are not interfered with the United States can not intervene. | 888 |
persia.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 4 | Mr. Griscom to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 24 | Railway construction monopoly in Persia held by Russia. Reports. | 890 |
| The Shah of Persia to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Expresses sympathy. | 890 | |
| President Roosevelt to the Shah of Persia (telegram). | do | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram with thanks. | 890 |
peru.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 547 | Mr. Neill to Mr. Hay | 1901. Nov. 27 | Arbitration protocol between Peru and Bolivia. Reports signing of. | 891 |
| 550 | Same to same | Dec. 16 | Adoption of gold standard in Peru. Incloses law providing for. | 891 |
| 564 | Same to same | 1902. Jan. 18 | Same subject. Incloses decree providing for demonetization of 500,000 soles silver. | 894 |
| 278 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Neill | Jan. 27 | Arbitration protocol between Peru and Bolivia. Instructs to forward copy to Department. | 891 |
| 572 | Mr. Neill to Mr. Hay | Feb. 18 | Same subject. Forwards copy of | 891 |
| 580 | Same to same | Mar. 10 | Adoption of gold standard in Peru. Incloses copy of arrangement for demonetization of 500,000 soles silver. | 895 |
| 611 | Mr. Dudley to Mr. Hay | June 3 | Same subject. Incloses decree providing for demonetization of 500,000 soles silver. | 897 |
| 612 | Same to same | June 9 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Peru. | 898 |
| 621 | Same to same | June 28 | Same subject. Reports request of Cubans at Lima to have their names registered at the legation. Incloses for approval or correction his letter giving permission for provisional registration. | 899 |
| 286 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Dudley | July 24 | Same subject, Approves course reported in above dispatch. | 900 |
| 637 | Mr. Dudley to Mr. Hay | July 30 | Extracts from message of President of Peru to Peruvian Congress transmitted. | 900 |
| Señor Calderon to the Acting Secretary of State (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape. | 903 | |
| Mr. Adee to Señor Calderon (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, with thanks. | 903 |
portugal.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Loomis to Mr. Hay. | 1902. May 30 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Portugal. | 904 | |
| The King of Portugal to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Expresses sympathy and good wishes. | 904 | |
| President Roosevelt to the King of Portugal (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, with appreciation. | 904 |
roumania.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 20 | Mr. Francis to Mr. Hay | 1902. Mar. 10 | Financial conditions in Roumania. Elaborate report on. | 905 |
| 27 | Mr. Wilson to Mr. Hay | June 16 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Roumania. | 909 |
| 14 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Wilson | July 17 | Jews in Roumania. Discusses proposed naturalization convention between the United States and Roumania; discriminations in the latter country against Jews; condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objections of United States Government to immigration of such persons. | 910 |
| Mr. Wilson to Mr. Hay | Aug. 8 | Same subject. Reports that naturalization treaty will not be considered by Roumania, the main objection being based on the Jewish question. | 914 | |
| 15 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Wilson | Aug. 22 | Same subject. Incloses copy of instruction to diplomatic officers of the United States in countries parties to the treaty of Berlin. | 915 |
russia.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Count Cassini to Mr. Hay | 1901. Dec. 28 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Complains of proceedings of United States consul at Niuchwang, antagonistic to Russian authorities in charge of the city. Requests that consul be suitably instructed. | 916 | |
| Mr. Hay to Count Cassini | Dec. 30 | Same subject. States that Department has not given, nor will it give, instructions to consul which would cause conflict with Russian administration. | 917 | |
| 269 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Tower | Dec. 31 | Same subject. Incloses copies of above correspondence. | 918 |
| 517 | Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 13 | Same subject. Reports that the conflict between United States seamen and Russian soldiers at Niuchwang is regarded as an incident of local and minor importance by the minister for foreign affairs. | 918 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Tower (telegram). | Feb. 1 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Represents that signing Manchurian convention and separate convention with Russian-Chinese Bank would contravene treaties of China, affect rights of United States citizens, impair sovereignty of China, and subserve “open-door” policy accepted by Russia and other powers. | 926 | |
| Same to same | Feb. 3 | Same subject. Incloses for communication to Russian Government memorandum of Feb. 1 expressing views of the United States. | 26 | |
| Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay (telegram). | do | Same subject. Reports that views of United States have been communicated to Russian Government. | 927 | |
| 523 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms telegrams and incloses copy of his note to minister for foreign affairs. | 927 |
| 275 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Tower | Feb. 6 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Directs investigation of reports of closing of telegraphic communication and, if facts warrant, to make remonstrance. | 919 |
| 529 | Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay | 1902. Feb. 12 | Convention and arrangement between Russia and China respecting Manchuria. Incloses note from minister for foreign affairs declaring Russia’s intention to withdraw troops from Manchuria. | 928 |
| 278 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Tower | Feb. 15 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Incloses complaint of American Asiatic Association regarding restrictions by Russian authorities on telegraphic communication. | 920 |
| 280 | Same to same | Feb. 21 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence regarding interference with telegraphic communication of United States consular and naval officers. | 920 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Mar. 1 | Declaration of Russia and France concerning defensive agreement between Great Britain and Japan. States that the alliance was negotiated without the knowledge of the United States, and memorandum of February 1 expressing views of the United States relative to the convention between Russia and China respecting Manchuria was sent without consultation with Great Britain or Japan. | 929 | |
| Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay (telegram) | Mar. 3 | Same subject. Reports that above telegram has been communicated to the Russian minister for foreign affairs. | 930 | |
| 540 | Same to same | Mar. 4 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. States that reported restrictions on telegraphic communication will be investigated by the Russian Government. | 923 |
| 541 | Same to same | do | Declaration of Russia and France concerning defensive agreement between Great Britain and Japan. Incloses copy of his note to Russian minister for foreign affairs. | 930 |
| 543 | Same to same | Mar. 13 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Reports that representations against restrictions on telegraphic communication have been orally made. | 924 |
| 547 | Same to same | Mar. 19 | Same subject. Reports that Russian Government knows of but one instance when telegrams were dispatched by mail by reason of a break in the Russian line, but it is investigating the matter | 925 |
| Memorandum from the Russian embassy. | do | Declaration of Russia and France concerning defensive agreement between Great Britain and Japan transmitted. | 931 | |
| Memorandum to the Russian embassy. | Mar. 22 | Same subject. States that declaration has been received with gratification by the United States. | 931 | |
| 552 | Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay | do | Same subject. Transmits explanatory remarks published in the St. Petersburg Journal. | 932 |
| 293 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Tower | Apr. 3 | Same subject. Acknowledges above dispatch I and incloses correspondence regarding. | 933 |
| 565 | Mr. Riddle to Mr. Hay | Apr. 12 | Mutual embarrassments of United States and Russian officials at Niuchwang. Incloses note from Russian ministry for foreign affairs concerning reported delays in transmission of telegrams. | 926 |
| 580 | Same to same | June 14 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Russia. | 933 |
| Count Cassini to Mr. Hay | July 19 | Visit of Russian Grand Duke Boris Wladimiro-vitch to the United States. Advises of contemplated. | 934 | |
| 592 | Mr. Riddle to Mr. Hay | July 30 | Partial removal of restrictions on travel and residence in central Asia reported. | 936 |
| Mr. Adee to Count Cassini | Aug. 9 | Visit of Russian Grand Duke Boris Wladimiro-vitch to the United States. States that a vessel has been provided to convey the Duke from the steamer to the shore at San Francisco. | 934 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Tower | Aug. 11 | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions and appeals to the principles laid down in the treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to the minister for foreign affairs. | 42 | |
| Count Cassini to Mr. Adee (telegram). | 1902. Sept. 16 | Visit of Russian Grand Duke Boris Wladimiro-vitch to the United States. Conveys thanks for courtesies on occasion of. | 935 | |
| 601 | Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay | Sept. 17 | Jews in Roumania. Reports that instruction of Aug. 11 regarding has been delivered to the Russian minister for foretell affairs. | 936 |
| Count Cassini to Mr. Adee | Sept. 25 | Visit of Russian Grand Duke Boris Wladimiro-viteh to the United States. Conveys thanks for courtesies on occasion of. | 935 | |
| 212 | Mr. Adee to Count Cassini | Oct. 1 | Same subject. States that above note has been communicated to the President. | 935 |
| 609 | Mr. Tower to Mr. Hay | Oct. 2 | Jews in Roumania. Reports that Department’s note of Aug. 11 is receiving consideration at the Russian foreign office. | 937 |
servia.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Treaty between the United States and Servia. | 1902. May 17 | For the mutual extradition of criminals. | 938 |
siam.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 111 | Mr. King to Mr. Hay | 1902. Feb. 6 | Passports. Inquires if he may issue a passport to an American citizen residing in the jurisdiction of another United States official. | 943 |
| 83 | Mr. Hay to Mr. King | Mar. 19 | Same subject. States that passports can be issued to persons applying from the district of another United States official only under special circumstances. | 943 |
| Mr. King to Mr. Hay | June 17 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States i consular officials. Reports consent of Siam. | 945 | |
| 122 | Same to same | July 10 | Passports. States that question propounded in dispatch No. 111, February 6, arose out of application of Henry S. Wetherbee. Incloses correspondence. | 944 |
| Mr. Akharaj to Mr. Hay | July 31 | Visit of the Crown Prince of Siam to the United States. Advises of, and incloses list of party and itinerary of proposed tour. | 945 | |
| 7 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Akharaj | Aug. 6 | Same subject. States that above note has been forwarded to the President. | 946 |
| Mr. Akharaj to Mr. Hay | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape. | 948 | |
| 8 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Akharaj | Sept. 11 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note with appreciation. | 948 |
| The King of Siam to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Oct. 13 | Visit of the Crown Prince of Siam to the United States. Thanks for courtesies on occasion of. | 947 | |
| President Roosevelt to the King of Siam (telegram). | Oct. 15 | Same subject. States that it was a pleasure to meet the Crown Prince. | 947 | |
| The Crown Prince of Siam to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Nov. 30 | Same subject. Thanks for courtesies on occasion of. | 947 | |
| 96 | Mr. Hay to Mr. King | Dec. 5 | Same subject. Incloses copy of above telegram I and instructs to appropriately acknowledge. | 947 |
spain.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Storer | 1902. Feb. 3 | Agreement between Russia and China relative to Manchuria. Incloses for communication to Spanish Government memorandum of February 1 expressing views of the United States. | 26 | |
| 1 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Curry | Feb. 13 | Celebration” of majority of Alfonso XIII. Appointment and instructions as special ambassador extraordinary to represent the United States at. | 954 |
| 634 | Mr. Storer to Mr. Hay | Feb. 26 | Military-service case of Antonio Gisbert y Bayot. Reports grounds upon which enlistment is demanded, and that consul-general at Barcelona has been instructed to protest. | 949 |
| 642 | Mr. Storer to Mr. Hay | 1092 Mar. 3 | Same subject. Incloses report from consul-general at Barcelona. | 950 |
| 423 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Storer | Mar. 10 | Same subject, incloses, for proper action, dispatch from consul-general at Barcelona. | 950 |
| 424 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Sickles | Mar. 18 | Same subject. Acknowledges dispatch No. 634, February 26, and refers to above instruction. | 952 |
| 427 | Same to same | Mar. 21 | Same subject. States that requirement of Spanish Government appears to be unexceptionable, and that further action seems unnecessary for the present. | 952 |
| 662 | Mr. Sickles to Mr. Hay | May 20 | Assumption of power by Alfonso XIII. Incloses announcement of. | 959 |
| Mr. Curry to Mr. Hay | May 31 | Celebration of majority of Alfonso XIII. Reports in detail regarding. | 955 | |
| 665 | Mr. Sickles to Mr. Hay | June 5 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Spain. | 960 |
| 667 | Same to same | June 12 | Military service case of Antonio Gisbert y Bayot. Incloses report of mixed commission declaring Gisbert exempt. | 952 |
| 3 | Mr. Hill to Mr. Curry | June 26 | Celebration of majority of Alfonso XIII. Acknowledges report of May 31 with gratification. | 959 |
| 447 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Storer | July 1 | Military-service case of Antonio Gisbert y Bayot. Expresses gratification at solution reported in dispatch No. 667, June 12. | 954 |
| Señor Ojeda to Mr. Adee | Sept. 24 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Expresses sympathy. | 960 | |
| Mr. Adee to Señor Ojeda | Sept. 25 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, with thanks. | 961 | |
| Señor Ojeda to Mr. Hay | Nov. 5 | Jurisdiction over vessels and their crews. Complaint that local officials of Pensacola, Fla., made arrests aboard a Spanish vessel without notice to Spanish consul. | 961 | |
| 4 | Mr. Hay to Señor Ojeda | Nov. 12 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note, and states that the governor of Florida has been asked for a report. | 962 |
| 20 | Same to same | Dec. 12 | Same subject. Incloses report of mayor of Pensacola, Fla. | 963 |
| Señor Ojeda to Mr. Hay | Dec. 22 | Same subject. Acknowledges above note and states that what is desired is a remedy against infraction of international usage in searching vessels and making arrests without consul’s knowledge or consent. | 965 | |
| 26 | Mr. Hay to Señor Ojeda. | 1903. Jan. 3 | Same subject. States that mayor of Pensacola reports that notice of arrests will hereafter be given to consul when practicable. | 966 |
sweden and norway.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 278 | Mr. Thomas to Mr. Hay | 1902. Oct. 18 | Claims on account of military operations conducted in Samoa in 1899. Preliminary decision of the King of Sweden and Norway as arbitrator. | 444 |
| 282 | Same to same | Nov. 10 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Sweden and Norway. | 967 |
switzerland.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 43 | Mr. Hardy to Mr. Hay | 1902. May 13 | Passport application of Helena Pecare. Reports grounds of refusal to issue. | 968 |
| 27 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hardy | Feb. 28 | Same subject. Approves action reported in above dispatch. | 969 |
| 55 | Mr. Hardy to Mr. Hay | May 2 | Passport application of Bertha Knopf. Reports grounds of refusal to issue, and incloses correspondence. | 969 |
| 56 | Same to same | do | Passport application of William Strahlheim. Reports grounds of refusal to issue and incloses correspondence | 973 |
| 327 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Pioda | May 6 | Production of Paul Dick, a Swiss citizen, by United States representative in Egypt. Incloses correspondence relative to. | 979 |
| 32 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hardy | do | Referendum and initiative. Request report on. | 981 |
| 35 | Mr. Hardy to Mr. Hay | 1902 May 19 | Passport application of Bertha Knopf. Sustains refusal to issue, as reported in dispatch No. 55, May 2. | 971 |
| 36 | Same to same | May 20 | Passport application of William Strahlheim. Reviews circumstances and authorizes to grant. | 975 |
| Mr. Hardy to Mr. Hay (telegram). | May 28 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Swiss Government. | 981 | |
| 60 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Confirms above telegram and incloses note from foreign office. | 981 |
| Memorandum from Swiss legation. | May 29 | Protection of Robert Beck, a Swiss citizen, by United States officials in Colombia. Recites grievances of Beck resulting from seizure by Colombian Government of mules and other property, and asks that proper steps for redress be taken by United States legation. | 979 | |
| Memorandum to Swiss legation. | June 10 | Same subject. States that United States minister reports that everything possible was done by him in the matter and calls attention to the fact that good offices only can be used. | 980 | |
| 62 | Mr. Hardy to Mr. Hay | do | Referendum and initiative. Exhaustive report on. | 982 |
| 63 | Same to same | June 13 | Passport application of Meta Schwarz, born in Germany and residing without the United States at the time of her father’s naturalization, submits for instructions. | 976 |
| 40 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Hardy. | July 2 | Referendum and initiative. Commends care shown in preparation of report on. | 994 |
| 41 | Same to same | July 15 | Passport application of Meta Schwarz. Makes distinction between meaning of “dwelling” and “residing” in the United States. | 977 |
| 70 | Mr. Hardy to Mr. Hay | Aug. 22 | Execution in Switzerland of judgment of a Massachusetts court. Reports that Swiss authorities will grant if the United States will guarantee reciprocal action in similar cases. | 994 |
| 72 | Same to same | Sept. 1 | Passport application of Bernhard Kaufmann. Reports grounds of refusal to issue. | 977 |
| 44 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Hardy | Sept. 8 | Execution in Switzerland of judgment of a Massachusetts court. States that assurance of reciprocity can not be given. Cites opinion of supreme court of Massachusetts in a similar | 995 |
| 46 | Same to same | Sept. 17 | Passport application of Bernhard Kaufmann. Approves refusal to issue. | 978 |
turkey.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay (telegram). | 1901. Sept. 5 | Abduction by brigands of Miss Ellen M. Stone, an American missionary, reported. | 997 | |
| 73 | Same to same | Sept. 13 | Same subject. Reports in detail, and incloses correspondence. | 997 |
| 75 | Same to same | Sept. 20 | Same subject. Reports that no word has been received from Miss Stone. | 999 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Sept. 23 | Same subject. Reports probability that brigands are Bulgarians, and states that he has advised United States consul-general at Constantinople to proceed to Sofia and take matter up with Bulgarian Government. | 1000 | |
| 79 | Same to same | Sept. 24 | Same subject. Reports on line of above telegram and incloses correspondence. | 1000 |
| Mr. Eddy to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Sept. 28 | Same subject. Reports receipt of a letter from Miss Stone stating that ransom of 25,000 Turkish pounds is demanded for her release. | 1004 | |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | do | Same subject. States that Consul-General Dickinson has been instructed as to conduct of matter in its Bulgarian aspects, and directs legation to do all in its power with the Turkish Government. | 1001 | |
| 89 | Mr. Eddy to Mr. Hay. | Oct. 2 | Same subject. Incloses letter from Miss Stone and reviews situation. | 1004 |
| 1 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | Oct. 3 | Same subject. Directs to invoke good offices of Russian ambassador, or any other foreign minister who may be able to render assistance. | 1007 |
| Same to same (telegram). | Oct. 4 | Same subject. Instructs to impress upon Turkish Government the extreme gravity of the affair, and to request aid of that Government in securing Miss Stone’s release. | 1007 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | 1007 | ||
| Mr. Eddy to Mr. Ade (telegram). | 1901. Oct. 5 | Same subject. Reports attitude of Turkish Government and efforts toward release of Miss-Stone. | 1007 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Reports action of various foreign ministers. | 1008 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | do | Same subject. States that missionary board, nor United States, will pay ransom; that friends of Miss Stone are endeavoring to raise money. | 1008 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Do | Same subject. Instructs to say that United States expects Miss Stone’s deliverance will be brought about by Turkish Government. | 1008 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Oct. 6 | Same subject. States that mission board reports that ransom will be raised, and expresses appreciation of efforts of legation and foreign ministers. | 1008 | |
| Mr. Eddy to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Oct. 7 | Same subject. Reports progress of efforts of Turkish Government and foreign ambassadors. | 1009 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | Oct. 8 | 1 Same subject. Directs not to relax efforts for Miss Stone’s release. | 1009 | |
| Mr. Eddy to Mr. Adee (telegram). | Oct. 9 | Same subject. Reports action at Sofia of Consul-General Dickinson, which he fears may prove dangerous to Miss Stone’s safety. | 1009 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | . Oct. 11 | Same subject. Reports that plan of Consul-General Dickinson has failed, and advises negotiations for payment of ransom. | 1010 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | do | Same subject. Instructs in regard to representations to be made to Turkish Government. | 1010 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Oct. 12 | Same subject. States that money raised amounts to 856.000. | 1011 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | Oct. 16 | Same subject. States that total amount raised is 864.000. | 1011 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Eddy (telegram). | Oct. 23 | Same subject. States that total amount raised is 866,000. | 1011 | |
| 112 | Mr. Eddy to Mr. Hay | Dec. 4 | Same subject. Incloses an account of manner in which Colonel Singe’s ransom was paid and his release by Greek brigands effected some twenty-five years ago. | 1011 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Dec. 12 | Same subject. Reports that he intends to make another effort to effect Miss Stone’s release for 866,000. | 1013 | |
| 116 | Same to same | Dec. 13 | Same subject. Confirms above telegrams with details. | 1013 |
| 117A | Same to same | Dec. 15 | Same subject. Incloses and discusses memorandum of Dr. Washburn. | 1015 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Dec. 20 | Same subject. Reports favorable news from party sent to effect rescue. | 1017 | |
| 124 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay | 1902. Jan. 9 | Passport application of Assadur H. Kludjian. Reports grounds of refusal, and incloses correspondence. | 1023 |
| 93 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Leishman. | Jan. 11 | Abduction by brigands of Miss Ellen M. Stone, an American missionary. States that Department has not at its disposal any greater sum than that previously advised of, and work Point advise the raising of more. | 1017 |
| Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Jan. 19 | Same subject. Reports resumption and progress of negotiations with brigands. | 1018 | |
| 129 | Same to same | Jan. 20 | Same subject. Reports that arrangements concluded with brigands by the commission have been approved as the best obtainable, and reports dispositions made for the forwarding of ransom. Incloses correspondence. | 1018 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Jan. 28 | Same subject. Reports temporary interruption of negotiations. | 1020 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | Feb. 3 | Same subject. Reports resumption of negotiations. | 1020 | |
| 108 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Leishman | Feb. 10 | Passport application of Assadur H. Kludjian. Discusses question, and approves refusal to issue. | 1024 |
| Mr Leishman to Mr Hay (telegram). | Feb. 12 | Abduction by brigands of Miss Ellen M. Stone, an American missionary. Reports payment of ransom. | 1021 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | Feb. 18 | Same subject. Explains difficulties which cause delay in release of Miss Stone. | 1021 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | Feb. 22 | Same subject. Reports assuring message from brigands. | 1021 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | Feb. 23 | Same subject. Reports release of Miss Stone. | 1021 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Leishman (telegram). | Feb. 26 | Same subject. Extends congratulations on effected release of Miss Stone. | 1022 | |
| 143 | Mr Leishman to Mr. Hay | Mar. 1 | Same subject. Commends exceptional services of Interpreter Gargiulo and Second Dragoman Lemmi in the negotiations that culminated in Miss Stone’s release, and acknowledges assistance rendered by the British embassy and consuls. | 1022 |
| Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay (telegram). | 1902. Mar. 20 | Exchange of compliments between the President of the United States and the Sultan of Turkey on the recurrence of the Bairam. Convey compliments of the Sultan. | 1025 | |
| President Roosevelt to the Sultan of Turkey (telegram). | Mar. 24 | Same subject. Tenders felicitations | 1026 | |
| The Sultan of Turkey to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Mar. 25 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram with thanks. | 1026 | |
| 158 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay. | Do | Same subject. Reports that the President’s con gratulatory telegram to the Sultan was highly gratifying to the latter and will be productive of beneficial effects. | 1026 |
| 143 | Mr. Hay to Mr. Leishman. | Apr. 25 | Restrictions on American life-insurance companies in Turkey. Incloses correspondence and instructs to report. | 1026 |
| 153 | Same to same | May 8 | Abduction by brigands of Miss Ellen M. Stone an American missionary. Instructs to express appreciation of services of persons mentioned in dispatch No. 143, Mar. 1. | 1023 |
| 209 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay. | June 9 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Incloses notes to minister for foreign affairs relative to. | 1041 |
| 210 | Same to same | June 10 | Restrictions on American life-insurance companies in Turkey. Reports that restrictions are not discriminatory and have been represented against by European representatives, but without success. Incloses correspondence. | 1030 |
| 218 | Same to same | July 1 | Same subject. Reports that matter could be arranged by foreign insurance companies agreeing to make slight concessions. | 1036 |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Leishman (telegram). | July 9 | Same subject. Advises of seizure of policies of New York Life Insurance Co. and instructs to investigate and use good offices. | 1036 | |
| Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay (telegram). | July 11 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram and reports that demand has been made for return of policies. | 1037 | |
| 237 | Same to same | July 24 | Protection of American interests by British vice-consul at Bitlis. Incloses letter from United States consul at Erzerum requesting. | 1042 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Aug. 7 | Friction between the United States minister and the grand vizier. Reports details of, and requests permission to demand passports unless affairs are satisfactorily adjusted. | 1044 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Aug. 11 | Same subject. Reports advances made by the Sultan, and expresses conviction that good results will ensue from firm stand taken. | 1044 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Leishman | Do | Jews in Roumania. Discriminations against, condition of helplessness to which they are reduced, and objection of United States Government to immigration of such persons. In connection with pending naturalization treaty with Roumania, discusses at length the foregoing questions, and appeals to the principles laid down in the treaty of Berlin for amelioration of said conditions. Instructs to present above considerations to the Government of turkey. | 42 | |
| Mr. Adee to Mr. Leishman (telegram). | Aug. 14 | Friction between the United States minister and the grand vizier. Instructs to insist upon adherence to agreements made with minister for foreien affairs. | 1045 | |
| 216 | Same to same | Aug. 16 | Protection of American interests by British vice-consul at Bitlis. Instructs to request authorization from foreign office for. | 1043 |
| Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Aug. 18 | Friction between the United States minister and the grand vizier. Reports details of differences and advocates a firm stand. | 1045 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | Aug. 21 | Same subject. Reports that the Sultan promises settlement of all pending Questions. | 1046 | |
| 252 | Same to same | do | 1046 | |
| Mr Adee to Mr. Leishman (telegram). | Aug. 22 | Same subject. Expresses gratification at settlement reached and instructs as to future procedure. | 1047 | |
| 253 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay. | Aug. 23 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram, and makes brief statement of difficulty and its settlement. | 1047 |
| 256 | Aug. 26 | Jews in Roumania. Reports that Department’s instruction of August 11 will be communicated to the Sublime Porte. | 1048 | |
| 258 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay | 1902. Aug. 26 | Restrictions on American life insurance companies in Turkey. Incloses correspondence with managers of the New York Life Insurance Company giving legation’s view of the situation and of the extent to which it can afford assistance. | 1037 |
| 228 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Leishman | Aug. 27 | Protection of American interests by British vice-consul at Bitlis. Instructs to apply to British ambassador for authorization of. | 1043 |
| President Roosevelt to the Sultan of Turkey (telegram). | Sept. 1 | Congratulations on anniversary of Sultan’s accession to throne. | 1048 | |
| The Sultan of Turkey to President Roosevelt (telegram). | do | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram with thanks. | 1049 | |
| 268 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay. | Sept. 3 | Treaty of 1830. Interpretation of Article IV. Incloses note verbale from the Porte complaining that consuls refuse to serve summonses on United States citizens and thus paralyze the action of justice, and his reply declaring inability to change or modify interpretation given to treaty by United States Government. | 1019 |
| The Sultan of Turkey to President Roosevelt (telegram). | Sept. 4 | Accident to President Roosevelt. Congratulations on escape. | 1050 | |
| President Roosevelt to the Sultan of Turkey (telegram). | Sept. 5 | Same subject. Acknowledges above telegram with thanks. | 1050 | |
| 272 | Mr. Leishman to Mr. Hay. | Sept. 7 | Restrictions on American life insurance companies in Turkey. Incloses correspondence with agents of New York Life Insurance Company regarding apparent discrimination in favor of English and German companies. | 1039 |
| 281 | Mr. Eddy to Mr Hay | Sept. 17 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consuls. Reports unsatisfactory interview with minister for foreign affairs regarding. | 1042 |
| 238 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Eddy | Sept. 20 | Restrictions on American life insurance companies in Turkey. Acknowledges dispatch No. 258. August 26, and approves course reported. | 1040 |
| 243 | Same to same | Sept. 25 | Treaty of 1830. Interpretation of Article IV. Acknowledges dispatch No. 268, September 3, and approves course reported. | 1050 |
| 282 | Mr. Eddy to Mr. Hay. | Sept. 30 | Protection of American interests by British vice-consul at Bitlis. Reports that authorization has been granted for. | 1044 |
uruguay and paraguay.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| 507 | Mr. Finch to Mr. Hay | 1902.Jan. 11 | Deposition of President Aceval and elevation of Vice-President Carvallo to Presidency of Paraguay. Transmits account of. | 1051 |
| 520 | Same to same | Feb. 18 | Reception of officers of U. S. S. Iowa by the President of Uruguay. Reports. | 1055 |
| 545 | Same to same | June 20 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Uruguay. | 1055 |
| 570 | Same to same | Aug. 26 Same subject. Reports consent of Paraguay | 1056 |
venezuela.
| No. | From and to whom. | Date. | Subject. | Page. |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Bowen (telegram). | 1902. Apr. 7 | Threatened seizure of the Viking. Instructs to inquire into. | 1058 | |
| Mr. Bowen to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Apr. 8 | Same subject. Reports that Venezuelan Government denies knowledge of affair. | 1058 | |
| 85 | same to same | Apr. 20 | Same subject. Incloses memorandum or me new York and Bermudez Company regarding. | 1063 |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Bowen (telegram). | Apr. 22 | Same subject. Directs to investigate report that Venezuelan consul at Port of Spain refused to clear vessel | 1063 | |
| Mr. Bowen to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Apr. 23 | Same subject. Reports statement of minister for foreign affairs that Venezuelan war ships are compelled to capture any ship not duly cleared by Venezuelan consuls. | 1063 | |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Bowen (telegram) | Apr. 25 | Same subject. Takes exceptions to position of Venezuelan Government. | 1063 | |
| Mr. Bowen to Mr. Hay (telegram). | 1902 Apr. 30 | Same subject. Reports that Venezuelan Government protests against clearance of the Viking by United States consul at Port of Spain. | 1063 | |
| Mr. Hill to Mr. Bowen (telegram). | do | Same subject. Instructs to inform Venezuelan Government that the United States declines to recognize the closure of a port unless supported by an effective blockade. | 1064 | |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Bowen (telegram). | May 3 | Same subject. For reasons stated, instructs to request that the vessel be cleared with innocent cargo. | 1064 | |
| 90 | Mr. Bowen to Mr. Hay | May 2 | Same subject. Incloses correspondence with foreign office. | 1064 |
| 92 | Same to same | Do | Renewal of diplomatic relations between Venezuela and France. Incloses text of protocol. | 1067 |
| Same to same (telegram) | May 4 | Threatened seizure of the Viking. Reports that I clearance will be issued by Venezuelan consul. | 1065 | |
| 93 | Same to same | Do | Same subject and tenor. Reports in detail | 1066 |
| 99 | Same to same | June 1 | Protection of Cuban interests by United States consular officials. Reports consent of Venezuela. | 1069 |
| Mr. Hay to Mr. Bowen (telegram). | June 13 | Blockade by decree. Instructs to report if Orinoco River is blockaded. | 1069 | |
| Mr. Bowen to Mr. Hay (telegram). | June 19 | Same subject. States that minister for foreign affairs advises that Orinoco River is not blockaded. | 1070 | |
| Same to same (telegram). | June 29 | Same subject. Reports that he has been notified of blockade of certain ports, but doubts its efficiency. | 1070 | |
| 105 | Same to same | Do | Same subject. Incloses decree on lines of above telegram. | 1070 |
| Same to same (telegram) | Aug. 15 | Same subject. Reports that blockade is not effective. | 1071 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | Aug. 19 | Same subject. Reports having outlined policy of United States in regard to blockade by decree. | 1071 | |
| 122 | Same to same | Sept. 7 | Same subject and tenor | 1071 |
| 81 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Bowen | Sent. 19 | Same subject. Approves minister’s course. | 1072 |
| Mr. Bowen to Mr. Hay (telegram). | Sept. 24 | Improper use of United States flag by Venezuelan gunboat Restaurador. Reports incident. | 1072 | |
| Same to same (telegram) | do | Same subject. Reports reparation made by Venezuelan Government. | 1072 | |
| 127 | Same to same | do | Same subject. Reports in detail | 1073 |
| 82 | Mr. Adee to Mr. Bowen | Oct. 3 | Same subject. Incloses report of commanding officer of U. S. S. Marietta regarding. | 1074 |