Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States

Mr. Meyer to Mr. Knox..... Dec. 2

Same to same..

Dec.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Dec.

Mr. Knox to Mr. Calhoun Dec. (telegram).

Search of foreign merchant vessels for contraband of
war. Transmits a communication from the com-
mander in chief of the Asiatic Fleet inclosing a let-
ter signed Wu Ting Fang, advising consuls that
merchant vessels carrying contraband of war will
be confiscated. The admiral replied that he will
not permit the seizure of any vessels, as the rebels
have not been recognized.

Same subject. Transmits telegram from Admiral
Murdock that the Nanshan was fired at from Kiu-
kiang forts.

Loan negotiations. The groups' representatives are
telegraphing their principals for authority to ad-
vance Yuan 3,000,000 taels. Earnestly advises
department to support this loan.

Same subject. Could not Yuan obtain the 3,000,000
taels from native sources? The department has
not yet received sufficient evidence to depart from
its general position stated in telegram of Nov. 18.

Mr. Knox to Count von ...do..... Same subject. States department's position in re-
Bernstorff.

gard to loans to China, permanent and temporary, and requests views of the German Government. Mr. Bryan to Mr. Knox...do..... Political disturbances. The Minister for Foreign Af(telegram).

Mr. Bryce to Mr. Knox..... Dec. 8

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Bryce.... Dec. 11

fairs states that if hostilities become aggravated the
Japanese Government may consider intervention
to be necessary.

Loan negotiations. Under the distressing conditions
the British Government is inclined not to oppose a
loan being granted to the Chinese Government.
Requests views of this Government.
Same subject. Incloses a copy of department's note
to the German Embassy of the 7th instant giving
the general views of this Government. The de-
partment would not, however, be opposed for its
nationals joining others in a small loan to China.
Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox ...do..... Same subject. The proposed loan to Yuan is to be
(telegram).

used not for active military operations but for
preserving the status quo during peace negotia-
tions. Adheres to his recommendations of Dec. 6.

Mr. Meyer to Mr. Knox........do..... Political disturbances. Transmits telegram from

Mr. Knox to Mr. Calhoun (telegram).

Dec. 12

Dec. 13
Dec. 15

the naval attaché at Tokyo stating that an agree-
ment has been reached between the British and
Japanese commanding officers to intervene in
China.

Loan negotiations. This Government has informed
the Governments of Great Britain and Germany
that it is not opposed to a small loan to China at
this time, provided it be made upon clearly under-
stood principles of neutrality and in connection
with some general plan by all interested powers
for the protection of common interests.

...do.... Search of foreign merchant vessels for contraband of
war. Transmits telegram from Admiral Murdock,
reporting that Wu Ting Fang has submitted an
apology for firing upon the Nanshan.
Loan negotiations. Protests against the proposed
loan to the Chinese (Manchu) Government."
Political disturbances. Submits proposed note by
the diplomatic corps to the contending factions.
Same subject. Authorizes him to take action sug-
gested in above telegram.

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

Same to same (telegram).... Dec. 16

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Bryce....

Loan negotiations. The Chinese chargé d'affaires
has been instructed by his Government to nego-
tiate a loan of 2,000,000 pounds sterling in New
York and has asked the assistance of the Secretary
of State, but has been informed that no assistance
can be given.

Mr. Bryce to Mr. Knox.... Dec. 18 Same subject. Asks the views of the American
Government concerning a small loan to Yuan
Shih Kai.
.do..... Same subject. In view of the conference between
the contending factions at Shanghai it is felt that
the outcome of the conference should be awaited
before taking any further action in regard to the
loan.
Political disturbances. Gives views of the Japanese
Government on conditions in China and requests
the views of the United States.
Same subject. The joint note to the two factions in
China sent recently by the powers may be consid-
ered the first step toward a solution of the trouble,
and this Government is inclined to reserve for fu-
ture consideration what further actions are to be
taken.

The Japanese Embassy to...do....
Mr. Knox.

Mr. Knox to the Japanese Dec. 21
Embassy.

Defense of international settlements. Recommends
that a regiment be sent to help guard the railway.
Same subject. Instructs to consult with the diplo-
matic corps as to advisability of sending troops to
guard the railway.

168

169

392

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox......do..... Arrangement between the United States and France

177

for the protection of literary and artistic property.
Incloses copies of notes exchanged with the French
legation of Dee. 26 and 27, 1911.

Defense of international settlements. The diplo-
matic corps concurs with my views that a regiment
should be sent to guard railway.

169

Mr. Knox to Mr. Calhoun telegram).

Jan. 9

169

210

Same to same.

Jan. 16

399

Same subject. Instructs to inform the Chinese Gov-
ernment and the diplomatic corps that this Gov-
ernment will send 500 troops to help guard the rail-
way.
Political disturbances. Incloses a copy of an in-
struction to the Consul General at Hankow an-
thorizing him to enter into informal relations with
the revolutionary leaders, which will not be con-
sidered as a formal recognition.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox......do..... Same subject. It is believed that it is only a ques

tion of days when the abdication of the Emperor
will be announced.

Same subject. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the
Republic of China requests recognition by the
United States.

Same subject. The Imperial Clan accepted the
edict of abdication of the emperor and consents
to the organization of a republican Government.
Same subject. Reiterates request for recognition of
the Republic of China.

Same subject. Republican ultimatum demands
that Yuan shall not set up a provisional govern-
ment after the abdication.

Opium conference. Protocol de clôture.
Loan negotiations. The Embassy at Tokyo reports
that a Japanese firm has begun negotiations for
loan to a Chinese railway, but is not supported by
the Japanese Government. The Department feels
that it is appropriate at this time that a lending
Government should deter its nationals from mak-
ing loans on their own account.

Same subject. The British Foreign Office intends to
inform Japan that it can not absolutely prevent
its nationals from making loans. It is ready to use
its influence as far as possible to prevent.
Same subject. Requests views of the Government
of the United States.

Same subject. If the Chinese Government should
conclude a loan hereafter with the four power
groups, this Government would be disposed to ad-
mit Japan and Russia thereto.

Mr. Knox to Count von Feb.
Bernstorf.

1912.

416

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox... Feb. 5 Registration of property of foreigners in China. In

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox (telegram).

Same to same (telegram)...

436

Feb. 15 Feb. 16 Mr. Bakhméteff to Mr. Knox. Feb. 17 Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox... Feb. 20

Japanese Embassy to Mr.
Wilson.

Feb. 23

Mr. Bryce to Mr. Wilson.... Feb. 24 Mr. Wilson to Mr. Calhoun ...do..... (telegram).

Mr. Bryce to Mr. Wilson....

...do.....

Feb. 25

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Herrick (telegram).

Mr. Wilson to the Japanese
Embassy.

Feb. 27

1130

closes correspondence with the consulate at Foo-
chow regarding the requirements of the revolution-
ary authorities there in the matter of registering
property of foreigners.
Political affairs. Incloses correspondence with the
German Embassy indicating the attitude of the
Government of the United States toward China.
Same subject. Reports that the international situa-
tion is strained, that much jealousy is manifested
by the representatives of the six leading powers
and that all of the powers are more or less suspi-
cious of the Americans.
Same subject. Incloses notes from the Chinese Gov-
ernment advising of the abdication of the Emperor
and the institution of a republican form of Gov-

ernment.

Same subject. Advises of the abdication of the Em-
peror and the investment of Yuan Shih Kai with
full powers to institute a republican form of Gov-
ernment. Chinese diplomatic and consular offi-
cers will continue to discharge their duties without
interruption.

Same subject. Expresses satisfaction that the
American policy toward China is in full conso-
nance with the German.

Same subject. Reports resignation of Sun and Cabi

net.

Same subject. Reports election of Yuan Shih Kai
as President by the Nanking Assembly.
Same subject. Reports a statement of Russia's
views of the situation in China.

Same subject. Reports interview between the
Chinese Secretary of the legation and Provisional
President Sun Yat Sen in which alleged activity
of the Japanese was discussed.

Same subject. The Japanese Government suggests
that the principle of joint action be extended to
the recognition of the new government.
Same subject. Asks to be informed of the answer
made to above Japanese memorandum.
Loan negotiations. The Department considers that
any loan to China would be inopportune until a
composite provisional government for the whole of
China has been firmly established.
Same subject. The British Government has given
its consent to a loan of £600,000 to the Nanking
Provisional Government upon condition that the
loan be approved of the other three powers and that
Japan and Russia be invited to participate.
Political affairs. The British, German, Japanese,
and Russian Governments concur with the United
States that the policy of nonintervention and of
common action is the wisest course for the powers
to pursue.

Same subject. This Government agrees in principle
to the application of concerted action to the recog-
nition of the Republic of China.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Bryce......do..... Loan negotiations. The Government of the United

Mr. Leishman to Mr. Knox (telegram).

States is in entire accord with the British Govern-
ment on this subject.

Feb. 28

Same subject. The German Government has ex-
pressed its willingness to have Japan and Russia
admitted to the financial group.
Political affairs. Informs him of above memoran-
dum to the Japanese Embassy.

111

Same subject. Reports rioting and looting at Peking.
Same subject. Quotes text of a joint resolution
passed by the House of Representatives congratu-
lating the Chinese people upon the adoption of a
republican form of government. This action is not
to be confused with recognition of the Republic of
China.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox ...do..... Defense of international settlements. Poating-fu
(telegram).

was looted and many houses were burned. Loot-
ers started for Peking. Diplomatic corps was
requested to save Peking. 1,000 troops will be
brought from Tientsin. British, French, German,
Japanese, and Russian will participate. Havé
applied to Admiral for 200 men.

170

Same to same (telegram). Mar. 3

Same subject. The 200 American troops have
arrived. Serious mutiny at Tientsin.

Same subject. Reports serious rioting at Peking; a
considerable portion of the city was burned; one
shell fell in the legation. Hostile forces are ap-
proaching Tientsin.

Same subject. If it becomes necessary, authorizes
him to communicate with the Commanding Gen-
eral in the Philippine Islands for additional troops.
Political disturbances. Foreign intervention may
become necessary to subdue condition of anarchy.
Defense of international settlements. Reports that
he has telegraphed for additional troops.
Political disturbances. Reports further on the riot-
ing and looting. Additional foreign troops were
brought to Peking for the protection of the legation

quarter.

100 Mr. Bakhméteff to Mr. Wil- ...do..... Same subject. The Russian Government has as

son.

Mr. Chang Yin Tang to Mr.
Wilson.

Mar. 9

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

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Guild (telegram).

Mar. 11

sented to the Japanese proposition that recognition
of the Republic of China be withheld until ade-
quate guaranties are given for the safeguard of the
common interests, but reserves to itself the right
to protect its special rights and interests in North
Manchuria, Mongolia, and Western China.
Same subject. Advises that Yuan Shih Kai will
take the oath of office as Provisional President of
the Republic of China.

Same subject. Nanking Assembly authorized Yuan
to be inaugurated in Peking.
Loan negotiations. The financial groups of France,
Germany, Great Britain, and the United States
have agreed to make an advance to the Provisional
Government of China and extend an invitation of
participation to Japan and Russia.

Mr. Bryce to Mr. Wilson.... Mar. 12 Same subject. The French and British Govern

170

171

111

.112

ments are in favor of asking an assurance from
Yuan Shih Kai not to negotiate a loan which might
conflict with the interests of the large loan which is
being negotiated by the four groups.

Mr. Guild to Mr. Knox (tele- ...do..... Political affairs. Russia expresses doubt as to the gram).

Same to same..

Same to same (telegram).... Mar. 15

ability of China to preserve law and order as a
Republic.

Mar. 13 Same subject. The Russian Government seems to
be acting in good faith with the other powers, but
is distrustful of the Provisional Government.
Loan negotiations. Quotes aide memoire from the
Russian Foreign Office, giving its views as to fu-
ture loans to China and Russia's participation.
Same subject. Yuan Shih Kai agreed to the condi-
tions for the advance loan, but on the 14th Tong
signed a loan with the Belgian-Russian group for
£1,000,000 with an option for a loan of £10,000,000.
Same subject. Instructs to take the necessary steps
to safeguard all legitimate American interests.
Reply to his 16th.

Loan negotiations. Transmits the above telegram..

Same subject. Instructs to point out to the Chinese
Government the bad effect of rushing separate ne-
gotiations like the reported Belgian loan pending
the present negotiations of the four groups.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Herrick ...do..... Same subject. The Belgian Minister has been in-
(telegram).

Mr. Reid to Mr. Knox (tele- Mar. 21 gram).

structed to apply for Belgian participation in the
loan. Instructs to ascertain the views of the
French Government.

Same subject. The British Government has in-
structed its minister at Peking to protest against
the reported Belgian loan.

484 Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox......do..... Same subject. Gives the history of the several ad

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

vances made to the Chinese Government by the
four power groups; incloses correspondence be-
tween the groups and President Yuan and the
agreements arrived at which were violated by the
signing of the Belgian loan, against which action
protest will be lodged.

Same subject. Belgian participation. The Belgian
Minister in London has been answered in almost
the same language used in Department's proposed
reply to the Belgian Minister in Washington.

Mr. Leishman to Mr. Knox (telegram).

1912. Mar. 21

Mr. Bryce to Mr. Wilson.... Mar. 21

Same to same.

Mar. 22

495

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox... Mar. 29

513

Same subject. The German Minister at Peking has
been instructed to protest against the Belgian
loan. The German Government is unwilling to
further increase the size of the group.

Same subject. The British Government has no ob-
jection in principle against the admission of Bel-
gium to the group. The British Minister at Peking
has been instructed to protest against the Belgian
loan.

Same subject. The special rights referred to by Ja-
pan are considered as arising out of treaties. The
British Foreign Office is prepared to discuss the
matter of the loan with Russia.

Same subject. Protest was made to Yuan Shih Kai
against the Belgian loan, which, it is understood,
is an advance of $5,000,000 of an ultimate loan of
$50,000,000.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Calhoun ...do..... Same subject. Instructs to report his opinion as to
(telegram).

fiscal agency and proper measures of control of fu-
ture loans.

121

122

123

Mar. 30

Same subject. Approves in principle plan sug-
gested in Department's telegram of Mar. 19.

123

180

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox
(telegram).
Mr. Wilson to Mr. Calhoun.....do..... Registration of property of foreigners in China. Ap-

proves his instruction to the consulate at Foochow
that property holding by foreigners is regulated by
treaty provision in which matter consuls can take
no action.

Political affairs. The British Government recog-
nizes the right of Russia to take such measures as
are deemed necessary to protect her special rights
in Manchuria, Mongolia, and Western China.

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox | Apr. 4 Same subject. Asks whether visa of section 6 cer-
(telegram).

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Calhoun.....do.....

Same to same (telegram).... Apr. 5

tificates involves recognition of Provisional Gov-
ernment.

Claims of American citizens against China. Incloses
copy of an instruction to the American Consul Gen-
eral at Hankow regarding the manner of treating
these claims.

Political affairs. Visa of section 6 certificates by
American Consuls does not involve formal recog-
nition.

Same to same (telegram).... Apr. 8 Loan negotiations. Quotes aide memoire handed to

Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox... Apr. 11

Same to same (telegram).... Apr. 27

the American Ambassador at St. Petersburg stat-
ing that, reserving its special rights, the Russian
Government has designated the Russian-Asiatic
Bank as its representative of the Russian financial
group.
Claims of Americans against China. Reports that
the diplomatic corps appointed a commission to
formulate a general plan of action concerning
claims against China arising out of the recent revo-
lution.

Loan negotiations. The Chinese Government is
willing to cancel the provisions of the Belgian con-
tract and resume negotiations with the groups.

Mr. Wilson to Mr. Calhoun Apr. 29 Same subject. The American group has been ad-
(telegram).

vised by the Department that advance payments
to China should not be unduly delayed while con-
ditions of full control of the large reorganization
loan are being discussed.

531 Mr. Calhoun to Mr. Knox... May 2 Political affairs. Gives an account of the opening of

125

538

Same to same.

539

Same to same..

do...

Same subject. Reports details and status of the loan
negotiations.

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