Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root (telegram).

1906. Mar. 24

Japanese administration of Korean affairs. States
that the Japanese Government is unwilling to
have consul-general at Seoul styled, in addition,
"agent," on the ground that under the agreement
between Japan and Korea all diplomatic business
concerning Korea is to be transacted at Tokyo,
and the resident general will treat in regard to
such foreign matters only as come within the scope
of consular functions.

Mr. Root to Mr. Wilson...do.... The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
(telegram).

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root Mar. 28 (telegram).

..do.....

of custom-houses and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Instructs him to bring to the at-
tention of the Japanese Government the fact that
reports indicate that the action of Japanese au-
thorities in Manchuria seems to be so directed to
the promotion of Japanese interests as to leave no
opening for other foreign trade by the time the
territory is evacuated.

Same subject. Reports that he has been strongly
urging Japanese Government to give real effect to
their avowed open-door policy in Manchuria and
that he hopes soon to report à definite answer to
his notes. States that present obstruction un-
doubtedly due to obstruction by military branch
of government. Representations are being made
by British Government.

Same subject. Refers to his telegram of this date
and incloses note to foreign office.
..do.... Japanese administration of Korean affairs. In-
closes copy of notes exchanged with the foreign
office relative to the addition of "agent" to the
style of the American consul-general at Seoul.
..do..... The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses and opening of ports to interna-
tional trade. Incloses newspaper editorial favor-
ing open-door policy and laying stress upon need
of a united policy on the part of the United States,
Great Britain, and Japan for the maintenance of
Chinese integrity and the principle of the "open-
door."

Mr. Root to Mr. Wilson (telegram).

Mar. 30

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root..... Apr. 1

Same subject. Replies to telegram of 28th, and
states that military exigencies do not justify situ-
ation that is rapidly developing in Manchuria,
and will leave China, if continued, as the mere
nominal sovereign of a territory where the mate-
rial advantages shall have been appropriated by
temporary occupants.

Earthquake in Formosa. Incloses correspondence
with foreign office expressing thanks for the Presi-
dent's message of condolence.

Mr. Hioki to Mr. Root...... Apr. 3 Reciprocal exemption of steamship inspection.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root Apr. 5 (telegram).

Makes proposition for the consideration of the
American Government.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Reports interview had with
minister for foreign affairs, and assurances given
by him. Minister stated that he would reply in
writing within a few days to representations of the
United States.

...do..... Japanese administration of Korean affairs. In-
closes bill relating to the judicature in Korea, and
refers to certain provisions thereof.

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990

177

1035

...do..... Famine in Japan. Reports in regard to contribu-
tions made by the Christian Herald and the Red

1001

436

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root..... Apr. 11 Diplomatic intervention in contentious matters.

Same to same..

..do

437

Same to same.

Apr. 12

Incloses note from foreign office giving notice that
the Japanese Government will not entertain dip-
lomatic intervention in cases where a judicial rem-
edy exists until that remedy has been exhausted,
and a case justifying diplomatic intervention is
presented.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses and opening of ports to interna-
tional trade. States that he has received written
reply from minister for foreign affairs confirming
verbal assurances already given him, and empha-
sizing Japan's earnest adherence to the open-door
policy in Manchuria.

Same subject. Incloses copy of note from minister
for foreign affairs, confirming verbal assurances
reported in his telegram of the 5th.

Memorandum from the Jap-...do..... Same subject. Recites reasons which have pre-
anese legation.

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266

Mr. Root to Mr. Hioki..........
Apr. 13
Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root..... Apr. 16
Mr. Root to Mr. Hioki... Apr. 18

182

Mr. Bacon to Mr. Wilson.... Apr. 20

183

Same to same..

..do

441

24

187

446

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root..... Apr. 25
Mr. Hioki to Mr. Root.......... ..do.....

Mr. Bacon to Mr. Hioki..... May 1

Mr. Bacon to Mr. Wilson.... May 3

vented the admission of foreigners into Manchuria
and points out that Japan has no thought of vio-
lating the principles of open door and equal oppor-
tunity for which it has been pledged. Names cer-
tain ports to which foreigners, and foreign consuls
and vessels will be admitted in May and June.
Same subject. Incloses memorandum in reply to
the memorandum left by him on April 12.
Same subject. Reports visit of minister for foreign
affairs to Manchuria.

Reciprocal exemption of steamship inspection.
Quotes letter from the Department of Commerce
and Labor setting forth that orders will be issued
by that department as soon as orders have been
issued by the Japanese authorities.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses and opening of ports to interna-
tional trade. Incloses dispatch from the Ameri-
can consul-general at Newchwang submitting a
report on the commercial exploitation of Man-
churia and the withdrawal of the Japanese troops.
Same subject. Refers to his No. 412 and expresses
gratification at his keen appreciation of impor-
tance of the situation created by the exclusive
policy of the Japanese Government and states
that he should advert to the similar exclusiveness
which the Japanese are effecting in Korea.
Same subject. Japanese press editorial inclosed,
comments on.

Mutual raising of the legations of the United States
and Japan to embassies. Reports arrival in
Washington of Viscount Aoki, and asks that a
day and hour be fixed for the presentation of his
credentials.

Same subject. States that Viscount Aoki will be
received by the President on the 3d instant at 2.30
o'clock.

The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Commends conduct reported in
Nos. 418, 420, and 425.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Root........do.... Postbellum arrangements between the Japanese

and Russian forces. Incloses translation of cer-
tain regulations governing a naval armistice ar-
ranged between the Japanese and Russian ad-
mirals last September, together with translation
of the protocol of military armistice.
Same subject. Incloses translation of memoran-
dum relating to the crossing of the neutral zone
between the Japanese and Russian forces in Man-
churia; together with translation of the protocol
of the procedure in withdrawing troops of the
Japanese and the Russian armies from Manchuria
and transferring the railways.
Copyright convention. Incloses instrument of rati-
fication.

Same subject. Text of the copyright convention..

Famine in Japan. Reports in regard to further 1 contributions.

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181

183

991

183

186

187

1006

1006

188

1085

1083

985

983

1004

463

Same to same..

4

1906. May 24

The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses and opening of ports to interna-
tional trade. States that at a council of statesmen
held after the return of Marquis Saionji a more lib-
eral policy was determined upon. Quotes out-
line published by Japanese press.

Mr. Wright to Mr. Root..... May 27 Mutual raising of the legations of the United States

June 5

June 15

June 16

June 22

President Roosevelt to the Emperor of Japan (telegram).

The Emperor of Japan to
President Roosevelt.

and Japan to embassies. Reports presentation
of credentials as American ambassador to Japan,
and incloses text of his remarks, and of the Em-
peror's reply.

The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses, and opening of ports to interna-
tional trade. Reports that another deputation of
high Japanese officials will soon visit Manchuria.
Incloses clippings in regard to the commercial and
industrial policy of Japan in that country.
South Manchurian Railway Co. Incloses Imperial
ordinance promulgating regulations for the organ-
ization of the, and comments on the provision
that none but Japanese and Chinese will be ad-
mitted to the right of a shareholder.
Famine in Japan. Incloses letter from the head
officials of the town of Miharu expressing thanks
of the people of that district for the relief afforded.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses, and opening of ports to interna-
tional trade. Reports that Consul-General Jones
will be allowed to proceed to Dalny in his personal
capacity pending the issuance of his exequatur.
June 25 Opening of the cable between Japan and Guam. “I
am glad to send Your Majesty, over the American
cable, which has just been completed between
Guam and Japan and thus unites our two coun-
tries across the Pacific, a message of sincere good
will, and the assurance of the earnest wishes of the
Government and people of the United States for
the welfare and prosperity of Your Majesty and
Your Majesty's Empire.'

June 26

Same to same (telegram).......do.....

Famine in Japan. Expresses appreciation for work
done in behalf of the famine sufferers.
Opening of the cable between Japan and Guam.
'I have just received with great interest and ap-
preciation the kind message sent by you over the
cable which has recently been laid between Guam
and Japan and which will shortly be open to the
public. I am highly gratified to know that the
first telegram by this new line which united our
two countries should convey to me the assurances
of the friendly sentiments of the Government and
people of the United States for myself and my
people. I most cordially reciprocate your ex-
pressions of good will and good wishes."
Japanese administration of Korean affairs. In-
closes decrees relating to the organization, pro-
cedure, and powers of Japanese courts in Korea.
.do..... Same subject. Incloses newspaper clippings in
regard to reported replacing of the Korean
palace guards in Seoul by a force of constables
largely consisting of Japanese under control of
Japanese police adviser."

23

Mr. Wright to Mr. Root..... July

6

Mr. Bacon to Mr. Wright Aug. 1 (telegram).

July 18 Mining law of Korea. Incloses full text of law pro-
mulgated July 12, and quotes articles relative to
the interests of foreigners.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses, and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Acknowledges No. 17 and in-
structs him to inform the Japanese Government
that the Government of the United States would
regard with lively satisfaction the speedy estab-
lishment in Manchuria of custom-houses as the
best effective refutation of the criticism and
complaint now frequently made, and as giving
proof of the intention of Japan.

37 Mr. Wright to Mr. Root..... Aug. 2 Status of the Japanese secretary and interpreter to

the American embassy. Inquires whether, under
diplomatic instructions, the Japanese secretary
of embassy is authorized to perform notarial acts.

190

1007

192

1017

1004

198

1021

1005

1021

1036

1041

1046

215

1064

Same to same (telegram).... Aug. 9

42

Same to same.

45

Same to same...

Aug. 11

48

Same to same..

27

The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses, and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Acknowledges telegram of Aug.
2 (1?) and reports that the minister for foreign
affairs reiterated that Dalny would be opened
Sept. 1, and stated that Japan had requested
China to establish a custom-house there and at
the same time to establish custom-houses covering
importations into Manchuria from Vladivostok
and Russia. Mr. Wright stated that he thought
the United States would cooperate in urging
China to that end.

...do..... Japanese administration of the Kwantung leased
territory. Incloses copies of ordinances relating
to the government-general of Kwantung.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses, and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Expresses his belief that the
policy of equal opportunity for all nations in
the trade and commerce of Manchuria is fixed
and will be adhered to by Japan. Ascribes the
small volume of business to the effects of the
recent war.

Aug. 18 Japanese administration of Korean affairs. Re-
ports that Russia has receded from her position
and has agreed to apply to the Japanese Govern-
ment for the recognition of Consul-General Plan-
çon at Seoul. Incloses newspaper clippings.

Memorandum from the Jap- Aug. 27 Japanese administration of the Kwantung leased
anese embassy.

Mr. Adee to Mr. Wright..... Aug. 31

53 Mr. Wright to Mr. Root

territory. States that Dalny will be opened as
a free port to foreign and domestic commerce on
Sept. 1.
Status of the Japanese secretary and interpreter to
the American embassy. States that the Japa--
nese secretary of embassy is not a "secretary of
legation" or a "consular officer" as contem-
plated by law, and can not perform notarial acts.
Sept. 1 Japanese administration of the Kwantung leased
territory. Reports the opening of Dalny as a
free port, and states that the American consular
officers at that port have been recognized. In-
closes note from the foreign office.
Same subject. Incloses regulations for the control
of residents and vessels.
The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment
of custom-houses, and opening of ports to inter-
national trade. Acknowledges No. 45 and states
that the department entertains the confident
hope that the good disposition evidenced by
Japan will tend actively to the early adjustment
of all commercial questions in Manchuria.
Practice of medicine and dentistry in Japan. In-
closes ordinances relating to the issuance of
licenses.

Sept. 6

Mr. Adee to Mr. Wright..... Sept. 20

61 Mr. Wright to Mr. Root..... Sept. 22

215

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217

1044

1059

1065

1060

1060

223

1068

South Manchurian Railway Co. Incloses revised
copy of translation of the government order re-
lating to the organization of the South Manchu-
rian Railway Co. and the articles of incorpora-
tion.

Subordinate consular officers in Japan. States that
the Japanese Government has decided to discon-
tinue the issuance of certificates of recognition to
subordinate consular officers. Incloses corre-
spondence with the foreign office.
Restrictions upon the importation, growth, and
use of opium. Reports interview with minister
for foreign affairs, during which the minister
promised to bring the matter to the attention of
the privy council.

Same to same (telegram).... Nov. 10 Recognition of the Cuban consul-general. Recog

nition refused by Japanese Government on the
ground that Cuban interests are now represented
by American consuls and that Cuba is under a
government established by the United States.

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363

1019

Mr. Root to Mr. Wright Nov. 12 (telegram.)

Same subject. Mr. Root instructs Ambassador
Wright to explain to the Japanese Government
that the provisional government of Cuba exists
under the Cuban constitution and that it is so es-
tablished pending the election of a President; that
a commission given a Cuban consul by Mr. Palma
prior to Sept. 29, 1906, is still valid; that authority
for American consuls to act for Cuba was asked in
1902 only, subject to their being displaced by regu-
larly appointed Cuban consuls: and that this Gov-
ernment. which itself treats the independent for-
eign relations of the people of Cuba as unimpaired,
hopes that a consul who had been lawfully com-
missioned by the President of Cuba may be recog-
nized.

60 Viscount Aoki to Mr. Root.. Nov. 22 Reciprocal exemption of steamship inspection. In

47

Mr. Bacon to Mr. Wright.... Nov. 23

17

closes ordinance exempting American vessels and asks for a similar exemption for Japanese vessels. The open-door policy in Manchuria, establishment of custom-houses, and opening of ports to international trade. Incloses copy of No. 683, Nov. 7, from Russia.

Mr. Bacon to Viscount Aoki....do.... Reciprocal exemption of steamship inspection.

Informs him that his note has been referred to the Department of Commerce and Labor. Recognition of the Cuban consul-general. Reports that exequatur will be issued on the strength of department's telegram of the 12th instant. Restrictions upon the importation, growth, and use of opium. Reports willingness of Japan to join international investigation, provided the assurance of China's bona fide cooperation be given. Nov. 26 Reciprocal exemption of steamship inspection. Incloses translation of order as it appeared in the official gazette.

Mr. Root to Mr. Takahira... Nov. 30

Viscount Aoki to Mr. Root.. Dec.

6

Same subject. Incloses copy of letter from the De-
partment of Commerce and Labor, stating that
orders have been issued for the exemption of Jap-
anese vessels.

The Second Peace Conference. Quotes reply of the
minister for foreign affairs in answer to a note
from the Russian minister at Tokyo on the sub-
ject of the proposed conference.

8 Recognition of the Cuban consul-general. Incloses
copy of memorandum received from the foreign
office stating that orders have been issued for the
recognition of the Cuban consul-general at Yoko-
hama.

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991

227

992

1020

364

992

994

1641

1021

1906.

LIBERIA.

159

Mr. Lyon to Mr. Root...... May 24 Immigration joint resolution. Incloses text of joint

165

Same to same..

June 13

resolution requiring all immigrants to take the
oath of allegiance to Liberia immediately upon
arrival and to remain five years in order to receive
assistance and benefits.

Same subject. Incloses correspondence and sug-
gests that information as to extent of assistance to
immigration by the Liberian Government be
given wide publicity.

LUXEMBURG.

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1905.

6

Mr. Hill to Mr. Root....... Dec. 15

Death of Grand Duke Adolphe. Incloses note
announcing the death of His Royal Highness the
Grand Duke Adolphe and the accession of the
Grand Duke William to the throne of the Grand
Duchy of Luxemburg.

1093