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Interchange of professors and students among the
universities of American States. An appropria-
tion for the above has been made by the Carnegie
Endowment for International Peace. Incloses a
report outlining a plan for the exchange.
Invitation to the Panama-Pacific International Ex-
position, to be held at San Francisco, Cal., in 1915.
Incloses a proclamation by the President, extend-
ing an invitation to all nations.

Territorial integrity of American States. Incloses a
memorandum addressed to the President by the
Colombian Minister in London advocating a Pan
American Union, and quotes an extract of an ad-
dress by the Secretary of State to the National
Assembly of Nicaragua on Mar. 6, 1912.

Death of Vice President James S. Sherman. An

nounces.

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ARGENTINA.

Mr. Naón to Mr. Knox...... Jan. 29

21 Mr. Knox to Mr. Naón...... Feb. 7

Apprehension of fugitives from justice of foreign
countries. Incloses description of one Oscar Pio
Romero and requests his apprehension.
Same subject. Inquiries as to the whereabouts of
the above-named man will be made, but, under the
system of jurisprudence in the United States, no
effective aid can be rendered in the apprehension
of fugitives from justice of foreign countries.

AUSTRIA-HUNGARY.

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6

1912. Oct. 15

Copyright Convention between the United States
and Hungary. Text.

BELGIUM.

7

1912.

10

Mr. Knox to Mr. Anderson.. Jan. 24

12

Removal of discrimination against American lubri-
cating oils. The Department desires that the sub-
ject be pressed and that a settlement be reached for
the admission of American products to competition
on terms of equality.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Anderson Feb 16 Same subject. Incloses a letter from the Texas Oil

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Co. complaining of specific discrimination in the
adjudication for "black oil" for investigation and
report.

Same subject. Incloses copy of his note to the For-
eign Office and reports interviews with officers of
that office who gave assurances that the Belgian
Government was earnestly seeking a satisfactory
solution of the question.

Same subject. Incloses correspondence with the
Foreign Office. From a series of tests it was de-
duced that Russian oils gave better results than
American, but new experiments are to be made to
decide this question.

Same subject. States that the restrictions against
American oils has been removed.

Same subject. Incloses a note from the Minister of
Railways, Posts, and Telegraphs, advising him of
the removal of discrimination against American
oils on the Belgian railways.

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Mr. Wi'son to Mr. Chang June 13
Yin Tang.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox Sept. 22
(telegram).

Mr. Knox to Mr. Calhoun Sept. 29 (telegram).

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Oct.

2

Mr. Adee to Mr. Calhoun (te'egram).

Oct. 6

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Oct. 27

Mr. Adce to Mr. Herrick (telegram).

Oct. 31

1911. Jan. 11

Same subject. Approves of his contemplated me-
morial to his Government recommending a new
currency system upon a gold exchange basis.
Same subject. The Chinese Government asks
whether American bankers would be willing to
undertake a loan of about 50,000,000 taels for the
elaboration of the currency reform.
Same subject. The Morgan'syndicate will undertake
the loan.

Same subject. The Chinese Government desires to
negotiate the entire loan in the United States.
The request that a financial expert be sent to China
to conduct the negotiations is repeated.
Same subject. The American group is ready to dis-
cuss the details of the agreement and the guaran-
ties and will send an experienced financier to
Peking to conduct the negotiations.
Same subject. The preliminary currency-loan
agreement was signed to-day; the Imperia edict
and the confirmation will come in a few days.
Same subject. The Chinese Government has signed
and ratified a preliminary agreement with an
American financial group for a currency reform
loan of $50,000,000. This Government will we!-
come the cordial support of the interested powers.
Opium conference. Message of the President relat-
ing to.

Mr. Knox to Mr. Liang...... Jan. 18 Loan negotiations. Incloses for his information
notes on the loan negotiations now pending at
Peking.

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1911.

CHINA-Continued.

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The Department of State to Feb. 24
the British Embassy.

230

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox...
Mr. Knox to Mr. O'Brien
(telegram).

Apr. 27
May 11

Mr. O'Brien to Mr. Knox May 13
(telegram).

Same subject. If any objection should be expressed
by the tripartite Governments as to the selection
of an American for the post of financial adviser,
this Government is disposed to consult with the
interested Governments and appoint an adviser
Same subject. Incloses copy of the loan agreement
of a nonparticipating nationality.
signed at Peking on the 15th inst.
Same subject. If Japan should apply for participa-
tion on an equal footing with others not now par-
ties to the London agreement, the Department
will be prepared to support such application.
Same subject. The Japanese Foreign Office inquires
whether participation, if granted, would place
Japan in a position superior to an ordinary bond-
holder.

Mr. Rockhill to Mr. Knox...do..... Same subject. The Russian and Japanese Govern-
(telegram).
ments are exchanging views on the currency loan
to China.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox

May 18

(telegram).

Mr. Knox to Mr. Reid (tele-
gram).

May 22

Mr. Reid to Mr. Knox (tele-
gram).

May 24

Same subject. The French are reported to be hold-
ing back advances for Manchuria because of Rus-
sian pressure.

Same subject. The Department is unable to see any
reasonable objection to Manchuria allotment for
specific industrial purposes.

Same subject. The French delay was due to consid-
eration for some Russian apprehension about their
recognized interests in Manchuria.

Mr. Knox to Mr. O'Brien ...do..... Same subject. As the currency reform in which
(telegram).

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all the leading powers are alike interested the
United States has steadily favored the widest pos-
sible international participation.

Same subject. If a list of proposed industrial en-
terprises in Manchuria, not all relating to rail-
roads, the Foreign Office expects no further ob-
jection from Japan and Russia.

Arrangement between the United States and France
for the protection of literary and artistic property
in China. Submits a proposition of the French
Minister.

Loan negotiations. Japan and Russia may have
copies of loan agreement and lists specifying Man-
churian enterprises.

Political affairs in China. Reports renewed and
widespread discontent among the Chinese toward
their Manchu rulers.

Loan negotiations. Reports that the Russian and
Japanese Governments have protested against the
sixteenth article of the loan agreement.
Same subject. The French Foreign Office confirmed
protest of Japan and Russia against article 16. It
is preparing a memorandum recommending entire
suppression of that article.

Same subject. Protest against the provisions con-
tained in article 16.

Same subject. Protest of Russia against article 16..
International plan for the defense of foreign settle-
ments. Incloses a memorandum from the British
legation suggesting precautionary measures at cer-
tain Yangtze River ports in case of uprisings.
Political affairs in China. Reports disorders in
Szechwan and Hunan caused by opposition of rail-
way construction by foreigners.
Same subject. Situation in Szechwan is worse.
Troops are suspected of sympathy with malcon-

tents.

Same subject. Reports fighting at Chengtu
Same subject. Fighting continues in Chengtu. All
Americans and British were directed to leave for
a place of safety.

Same subject. The Cabinet has proposed Yuan Shih
Kai for Canton Viceroy.
Defense of International settlements. The Ameri-
can Commander in chief of the United States Asi-
atic fleet has been instructed to confer with the
British naval authorities and the American con-
sular officers.

Arrangement between the United States and France
for the protection of literary and artistic property
in China. Instructs to endeavor to conclude such
arrangement, based upon the treaty between the
United States and Japan signed May 19, 1908.

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Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Same to same (telegram)...

1911. Oct. 11

Oct. 12

Same to same (telegram)... Oct. 13
Mr. Wilder to Mr. Knox...do.....
(telegram).
Oct. 14
...do.....

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox
(telegram).

Same to same (telegram)..

Circular (telegram)..

Political disturbances in China. Reports Wuchang
in possession of mutineers.

Same subject. The rebellion is most serious; 15,000
men of the army have joined the revolution. For-
eign interests are respected.

Same subject. Hangkow reported in flames; Amer-
icans safely out of Hanyang and Wuchang.
Same subject. Reports Hankow situation as serious.
Same subject. Yuan Shih Kai gazetted viceroy of
Hupeh and Hunan.

Same subject. Foreign consuls at Hankow have
been informed by the commander of the revolu-
tionary army that foreign persons and property
will be protected, existing treaties will continue in
force, but foreign powers assisting Imperial Govern-
ment will be considered enemies.

..do..... Defense of international settlements. Instructs to
ascertain the views of the powers as to the advisa-
bility of advising their nationals to concentrate at
open ports in case danger threatens.
Political affairs. It is reported that Japan has a fleet
ready to sail for China.

Mr. Schuyler to Mr. Knox...do..... Same subject. Japan will not act in putting down

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Oct. 15

(telegram).

The Chinese National Asso

Oct. 16

ciation to Mr. Knox (tele-
gram).

Mr. Bacon to Mr. Knox ...do.....
(telegram).

rebellion unless urged by the powers. If rebellion
becomes serious in Manchuria, Japan and Russia
will at once send sufficient force to suppress it.
Same subject. Requests good offices of the United
States to preserve neutrality of the powers toward
China.

Defense of international settlements. French Gov-
ernment does not consider present conditions war-
rant action proposed.

Mr. Wheeler to Mr. Knox ...do..... Same subject. The Russian Government is of the
(telegram).
opinion that concentration of foreigners at acces-
sible ports is desirable.

Mr. Schuyler to Mr. Knox ...do..... Same subject. The Japanese Government suggests
(telegram).

Mr. Leishman to Mr. Knox Oct. 17 (telegram).

that several light-draft gunboats be sent to the
Yangtze and cooperate with the Japanese force

there.

Same subject. The German Government is inclined
to share the views of the American Government,
but such advice should be given without public
proclamation.

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox...do..... Same subject. The rebellion not being antiforeign
(telegram).
there seems to be no need for removal of Americans,
except from Hankow.

Mr. Adee to Messrs. Brent,
Wright, and Finger.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Knox
(telegram).

Oct. 18 Opium conference. Instructions to delegates.......

Oct. 19

882 Mr. Reid to Mr. Knox (tele. Oct. 20 gram).

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Defense of international settlements. The Italian
Government will consult other powers before tak-
ing action.

Same subject. The British Government is of the
opinion that the circumstances do not at pres-
ent call for the concentration of foreign nationals.
Political disturbances. Foreign office anxious that
America recognize that Japan is sincere and above-
board in her Chinese policy.

Same subject. Resolutions of a mass meeting of
5,000 Chinese residents in Honolulu protesting
against any action on the part of outside powers to
interfere in the struggle of the Chinese people to
establish a representative government.

..do.... Same subject. The Chinese Minister for Foreign
Affairs, now in Berlin, asks that the United States
will urge joint action by the powers to prevent
selfish action on the part of any one of them.
Defense of international settlements. The Italian
Government is not inclined to take any measures
in China at present.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Knox Oct. 25 (telegram).

Mr. Guild to Mr. Knox (tele- Oct. 26 gram).

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox.....do.....

Same subject. The Russian Government deems it
inexpedient to interfere.

Same subject. Both parties to the conflict seem to
be anxious to protect foreigners, and it would be
safer for Americans in distant places to remain
where they are known than to undertake the long
journey to the coast.

Political disturbances. The present Manchu dy-
nasty seems to be on the verge of being overthrown
or the Empire being divided.

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Same to same (telegram).... Oct. 26

Mr. Knox to Mr. Schuyler Oct. 27 (telegram).

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Oct. 28

Mr. Knox to Mr. Williams Nov. 1 (telegram).

Mr. Thompson to Mr. Knox Nov. 7 (telegram).

Search of foreign merchant vessels by rebel forces for
contraband of war. The rebel General Li has in-
formed the consuls that he will confiscate ships
carrying contraband. The dean of the diplomatic
corps suggests that shipping companies be advised
to abstain from carrying munitions of war.
Political disturbances. Instructs to convey to the
Japanese Foreign Office the entire confidence of this
Government in Japan's policy in China.
Loan negotiations. An agreement with an Anglo-
French-Belgian for a large loan was signed yester-
day and it is reported that it was ratified by secret
edict.

Same subject. Instructs to request of the Chinese
Government further details of any proposed loan.
Asylum at American legations and consulates.
Asks whether he can grant asylum to Chinese man-
darins.

Mr. Adee to Mr. Thompson ...do..... Same subject. The right of asylum is not claimed
(telegram).
by this Government. Temporary refuge may be
granted to preserve innocent human life.

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox Nov. 10 (telegram).

Same subject. The legation has been requested to
grant asylum to the Emperor and Empress Dow-

ager.

Mr. Knox to Mr. Williams...do..... Same subject. Temporary refuge may be granted to
(telegram).
preserve innocent human life if the safety of the
legation is not endangered thereby.

Mr. Williams to Mr. Knox ...do..... Defense of international settlements. The Japanese
(telegram).
and French will take part in protecting the railway
to the sea, if foreign protection becomes necessary.
Mr. Knox to Mr. Williams ...do..... Same subject. Ifit becomes necessary, this Govern-
(telegram).

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox Nov. 17 (telegram).

Mr. Knox to Mr. Calhoun (telegram).

Nov. 18

362 Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox... Nov. 21

363

Same to same.....
Nov. 22
Same to same (telegram).... Nov. 25

The Japanese Embassy to Nov. 27
Mr. Knox.

ment will participate in the protection of the rail-
way to the sea.

Loan negotiations. The Chinese Government is in
great need of money for current expenses. The
local representatives of the four groups are willing
to make the loan if actively supported by their
governments.
Same subject. Except under some general plan of
the powers interested to help China the depart-
ment does not consider it wise to make any loan at
present.
Defense of international settlements. Reports that
he issued a circular to the consular officers to advise
Americans to remove to open ports.
Political disturbances. Reports interview with a
delegation from the National Assembly.
Defense of international settlements. The diplo-
matic corps has decided to ask the governments to
quietly increase their legation guards to the maxi-
mum under the protocol.

Same subject. Transmits a telegram from the Japa-
nese Foreign Office advising him that Japan, in
conformity with the decision of the diplomatic
corps at Peking, will increase its legation guard at
Peking and its force at Tientsin.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox ...do..... Political disturbances. The legation has been re-
(telegram).

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quested by the Chinese Government to inform the
department that the Japanese are actively assist-
ing the revolutionists.

Same subject. The American consul general at
Hankow asks permission to join his colleagues to
use good offices to obtain an armistice for the revo-
lutionists at Wuchang.
Same subject. Asks for exact source of information
contained in his telegram of Nov. 27, 1911.
Same subject. Department can not permit consul
general to interfere as suggested in telegram of Nov.
28, 1911.

Defense of international settlements. Reports that
he is asking the admiral for more marines.
Same subject. Instructs to keep department in-
formed of the arrival of foreign troops in Peking.
This Government will have in constant readiness
additional troops to be sent at once if needed.
Same subject. Reports that a three days' armistice
has been agreed to at Hankow through the media-
tion of the British Minister.
Political disturbances. Information reported Nov.
27, 1911, came from the Viceroy at Mukden and is
considered reliable.

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