CLARA BARTON SPEECHES & WRITINGS FILE Books The Red Cross MiscellanyDuplicates of Articles Designed for the Book 1 Judge Sheldon's conclusion 2 Testimonial of Staff at Eggmont Key, and correspondence with Captain C [Colluth?] 3. Letter to Gen G Wheeler ([eun?] vote of thanks) substituted for [amenely?] Jude but none ever sent 4 Letter of Miss Barton to the people of the Sea Islands [after or next year?] 5 Red cross flag is flying -- and the Red cross . a new poem 6 Protection of insignia - Sheldon 7 Speech of Miss B at Senator Congers 8 Letter of Santiago committee of men. - Mason - Macadam RamsdenSmith --- . ---- Mrs. Wardwell " Dodge -- " Robinson -- " Townsend -- " Mr. Boldt -- " Howland " Sheirem Auxiliaries [ Mrs. Paul Downer -- " Buttin Duncan -- " W. Cowden -- " Cowles -- Miss Catherine Limerich --] for mr. Wardwell to select. (From Press Dispatches.) Miss Clara Barton, President of American National Red Cross, makes the following statement to the American people: AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS FOURTEENTH STREET AND NEW YORK AVENUE, WASHINGTON, D.C. "To The American People: "The non-concurrence of the House of Representatives in the Senate bill of the 5th instant, appropriating $100,000 for the transportation of the donations of grain and other food from the Western States, notably Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska, to the starving peasantry of Russia, awakens an interest in facts worthy of the country at large, which facts, as president of the American branch of the international organization of the Red Cross, it becomes my duty to lay before you. "First, making it clear that no feeling of dissatisfaction at the loss of the measure, nor any tendency to criticism rests in my mind, but all due respect for the arguments adduced in dissent, each of which in its special direction has weight and was entitiled to consideration, let me proceed to lay before you some conditions which should be made clear to all. "It is beginning to be well known that 20,000,000 of human beings, sufficient to constitute the working element of a great nation, are not only enduring the pangs of hunger, but are facing actual starvation, and this amid snow, ice, and a degree of cold which it is scarcely possible for us to realize. The crops of these people have failed. Their harvest has been withheld; whilst in our own more fortunate country, the blessings of this year's abundance have almost become a burden. "Realizing these facts, the people of our great food-producing States have sprung to the rescue, and both individually and under wise organization have proceeded to donate vast quantities of grains of various kinds for shipment to their starving fellow-beings across the sea. All hands are now busy collecting these gifts for shipment. The railroads, with their accustomed generosity, have granted free transportation to the seaboard. "But here a confusion has arisen. In the hope of aiding the efforts of the donors, the Navy was asked to provide a ship to carry the gifts of grain to Russia. The only ship at the disposal of the Navy was promptly offered, but proving to be a sailing vessel, old, and unsuited to the service, it must be declined. "The effort to obtain other assistance through the government has failed. Russia, through its efficient legation, has offered to transport the gifts herself from New York to her own ports, provided the cost of such transportation does not exceed the value of the gifts. This way is always open. It remains for the people of a grand country like ours, seeking to be foremost in all great movements and endeavors, at this very moment raising money in untold millions for exhibits and inviting all the world to come and view its grandeur, it remains for us as this people to decide if we will send our basket of food to our poor, perish-Smith____ . _____ Mr Wardwell " Dodge - " Robinson - " Townsend - " Mr. Boldt - " Howland - " Sheiran - Auxiliaries Mrs. Paul Daner - " Butter Duncan - " W. Cowden - " Cowles - Miss Catherine Daverich For Mr Wardwell to select. (From Press Dispatches.) Miss Clara Barton, President of the American National Red Cross, makes the following statement to the American people: AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS, FOURTEENTH STREET AND NEW YORK AVENUE, WASHINGTON, D. C. "To The American People: "The non-concurrence of the House of Representatives in Senate bill of the 5th instant, appropriating $100,000 for the transportation of the donations of grain and other food from the Western States, notably Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska, to the starving peasantry of Russia, awakens an interest in facts worthy of the country at large, which facts, as president of the American branch of the international organization of the Red Cross, it becomes my duty to lay before you. "First, making it clear that no feeling of dissatisfaction at the loss of the measure, nor any tendency to criticism rests in my mind, but all due respect for the arguments adduced in dissent, each of which in its special direction has weight and was entitled to consideration, let me proceed to lay before you some conditions which should be made clear to all. "It is beginning to be well known that 20,000,000 of human beings, sufficient to constitute the working element of a great nation, are not only enduring the pangs of hunger, but are facing actual starvation, and this amid snow, ice, and degree of cold which it is scarcely possible for us to realize. The crops of these people have failed. Their harvest has been withheld; whilst in our own more fortunate country, the blessings of this year's abundance have almost become a burden. "Realizing these facts, the people of our great food-producing States have sprung to the rescue, and both individually and under wise organization have proceeded to donate vast quantities of grains of various kinds for shipment to their starving fellow-beings across the sea. All hands are now busy collecting these gifts for shipment. The railroads, with their accustomed generosity, have granted free transportation to the seaboard. "But here a confusion has arisen. In the hope on aiding the efforts of the donors, the Navy was asked to provide a ship to carry the gifts of grain to Russia. The only ship at the disposal of the Navy was promptly offered, but proving to be a sailing vessel, old and unsuited to the service, it must be declined. "The effort to obtain other assistance through the government has failed. Russia, through its efficient legation, has offered to transport the gifts herself from New York to her own ports, provided the cost of such transportation does not exceed the value of the gifts. This way is always open. It remains for the people of a grand country like ours, seeking to be foremost in all great movements and endeavors, at this very moment raising money in untold millions for exhibits and inviting all the world to come and view its grandeur, it remains for us as this people to decide if we will send our basket of food to our poor, perish- 2 perishing neighbor across the way or if we will set it on our own doorstep and leave him to come and carry it away, if he is able, while we look on. Both methods serve the purposes of charity. It is merely the brand of hospitality which is at question. "I trust I may be pardoned a few words of explanatory information on some points which can scarcely reach through any other medium. The most thoroughly systematized of all our States for Russian relief is probably Iowa. Its organization, under proclamation of its governor, covers every county, town, and village, every newspaper and periodical, all charitable societies, churches, etc., the whole under direction of a committee of the leading men of the State. Before moving at all, the State sought to place itself in connection with the Red Cross for the distribution of its gifts in Russia. This was made known to, and approved by, the legation and government of Russia and our field agent, Dr. J. B. Hubbell, with an experience of ten years of successful Red Cross work on many fields, has been assigned to the service, will accompany and see that the contributions are placed in the hands of the Red Cross branch and trusted and leading agents for relief and distribution amount the sufferers. All contributions from Iowa will bear the sign of the Red Cross The railroads have asked for the distinguishing mark upon their cars of contributions. "A letter received from the Russian Legation may serve to settle some questions which have from time to time been asked, and which I take the liberty of appending to this article, and of earnestly submitting the whole to the thought of the American people, asking their wide consideration of the subject. If in their judgment it would not be fitting and just for the East, the home of the capitalist and of capital, of generous hearts, national reputation and national pride, to provide by ready contribution for transportion of the magnificent gifts of the West to our perishing neighbors on the stricken wastes of a weary land, where not only figuratively, but literally, the wolf is at the door. "Clara Barton, "President American National Red Cross. "January 13, 1892." Russian Legation, Washington, Jan. 5, 1892 Miss Clara Barton, President of the National Red Cross. Dear Madam: In view of the apparent confusion in the minds of the American people as to the medium through which their contributions will be transmitted to Russia and distributed to her famine stricken people, I deem it proper to assure you in the name of the Russian government that the Red Cross organization, which you have the honor to represent, will be in all respects a most acceptable medium for such transmission and distribution, and is so recognized by my government. Accept, dear madam, the assurance of my high consideration. A. Greger Charge d'Affaires of Russia Cutting potatoes Miss Lucy M Graves 623 Fairfax St Alexandria Kindly go Glen Echo [S??] & send us Husseys [letter] tribute to nurses. Care Killer Clara BartonPresident of The United States and Members of the Cabinet. Executive Officers: Clara Barton, President and Treasurer. George Kennan, First Vice-President. Stephen E. Barton, Second Vice-President. Water P. Phillips, General Secretary Dr. Julian B. Hubbell, General Field Agent. Directors: Clara Barton, George Kennan, Stephen E. Barton, Walter P. Phillips, Dr. Julian B. Hubbell, Peter V. De Graw, Dr. Joseph Gardner National Incorporated under the Laws of the District of Columbia, October 1, 1881 Reincorporated, April 17, 1893 For the relief of suffering by War, Pestilence, Famine, Flood, Fires and other Calamities of Sufficient Magnitude to be deemed National in Extent. The Organization acts under the Geneva Treaty, the provisions for which were made in International Convention at Geneva, Switzerland, August 22, 1864, and since signed by nearly all civilized nations. The United States gave its adhesion by Act of Congress, March 1, 1882. Ratified by the Congress of Berne, June 9 1882. Proclaimed by President Arthur, July 26, 1882 Headquarters: Washington, D.C. [* Copy *] Atwater [* R x Book *] Acct of Journal Publishing Co. For Galveston Report As sent in slip and forwarded to M Ward 3 Prepaid Exp packages per- 3,10 5 mail " " 3,28 2440 " single , 4c 81.60 Books in End, posting adds & mailing 10,00 97.98 Pencelled slip 50 = Gen Vinet - Exp paid 1,85 550 books Increase by 50 Dr O Neill 60 500 Freight to Md [?] 50 Mrs Ward 65 3,10 all large Washington 24 Mrs Harrigton mail .84 200 testimonials 22 Dr Cavlwell .84 24 Mrs Merrill .84 10 Mr Lewis .38 10 Miss Cormbs .38= 6,38BOARD OF CONSULTATION: PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND MEMBERS OF THE CABINET EXECUTIVE OFFICERS: CLARA BARTON, President and Treasurer. GEORGE KENMAN, First Vice-President STEPHEN E. BARTON, Second Vice-President WALTER P. PHILLIPS, General Secretary DR. JULIAN B. HUBBELL, General Field Agent DIRECTORS: CLARA BARTON, GEORGE KENNAN, STEPHEN E. BARTON, WALTER P PHILLIPS, DR. JULIAN S HUBBELL, PETER V. DE GRAW, DR. JOSEPH GARDNER. The American National Red Cross. INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, OCTOBER 1, 1881. REINCORPORATED, APRIL 17, 1893. For the Relief of Suffering by War, Pestilence, Famine, Flood, Fires, and other Calamities of Sufficient Magnitude to be deemed National in Extent. The Organization acts under the Geneva Treaty, the provisions for which were made in International Convention at Geneva, Switzerland, August 22 1864, and since signed by nearly all civilized nations. The United States gave its adhesion by Act of Congress, March 1, 1882. Ratified by the Congress of Berne, June 9, 1882. Proclaimed by President Arthur, July 26, 1882. HEADQUARTERS: WASHINGTON, D. C. Dear Mr.Keller: Now that I place in your hands, the last manuscript that goes to make up this hastily compiled volume, I would wrap it around with a tissue of silver tied with a cord of gold, in grateful acknowledgment of the patient kindness extended to me, and the good faith that has marked every days transaction from the commencement to the close. Cordially Yours, Clara Barton. Washington D.C. January twenty fourth, Eighteen Hundred Ninty nine Illistrations Camps - [Begman?] Camp Alga Lieu - on San Juan Hill, - Stgo - 541 Camps Hogro - R + Camp Theresa 542 Lieu - U. S. S. Oreggon Tail 545 " Almerante [Oqu??ds] after th 551 [??grams]- " U. S. Warships before th [Sntruc] to Santiago Harbor 553 R & Convaliner Dining Room Fort McPherson [Lieu] [De??] First Camp Hobson 554 Lieu Masia Theresa after th [S?iggnt] 5566 3/4 4 1/4 24 1 1/2 3 28 1/2 Russia? Famine Alice French } 1st B.F.Telerghast Lyonhead Typh? for palub } 328 Tolstoi} Peasants Teshny} 330 Nobelelys " } 335 Ressen Peesn villige } 342 Sclerol Hu?ger Strckn Sick will fam frm 335 Tyne head opps Pay side Shipping Room or Shire room COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY, United States Senate, Washington, D.C. Worcester, Mass. November 29, 1898. My dear Sir: I have no doubt that Miss Barton's book will be eagerly read and will have a very large sale. I can, of course, only judge of other people's feelings by my own. But I know how I feel about it. It is unnecessary for me to repeat in this private communication what I have often said in public. I regard Miss Barton as the foremost hero of the present war. I think no living person surpasses her in a title to the affection and honor of her countrymen. I am, with high regard, faithfully yours, Geo F [Hoar?] A.R. Keller, Esq.The book on the red cross now being compiled by Miss Clara Barton is not her autobiography. The events of the last few months have brought the Red Cross into such prominence throughout the country as to demand a more definite knowledge of its history and character. It is to meet this demand that Miss Barton has been requested to prepare hastily this volume in order to show the remarkable accomplishments of the Red Cross in field and camp during the Cuban War. United States Senate, WASHINGTON, D. C., Nov. 29th 1898 My dear Miss Barton, Learning that many are seeking to induce you to relate the story of your life under the red cross flag, I write to urge that you will not permit either modesty of the want of confidence in your ability to narrate the inside history of the [haprengings] of the great events in which you have participated, from deterring you from yielding to the request of your many friends in this country No great war during the last thirty-five years have occurred no great event appealing to humanity has occurred in which you have not taken an active part in alleviating suffering. No one now living is more competent to write an interesting and attractive history to the general public of the great work of the Red Cross than yourself. It is due to the future that such a history be compiled, and by one as competent as yourself to present the noble work of your Association to the public. With the sincere hope that you will yield to the request of your many friends, I remain. Very truly yours, Chas. J. [Faucercuer] 9Illuminated Testimonial from [the workmen of Lake Russia] Russian workmen on the landing of the first US Relief ship Indiana from [?]. Tex. In as much as you have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren you have done it unto me. [*Cuba first & last printed matter.*] Extract from President McKinley's War Message. In this connection it is a pleasure for me to mention in terms of cordial appreciation the timely and useful work of the American National Red Cross, both in relief measures preparatory to the campaigns, in sanitary assistance at several of the camps of assemblage, and, later, under the able and experienced leadership of the president of the society, Miss Clara Barton, on the field of battle and in the hospitals at the front in Cuba. Working in conjunction with the governmental authorities and under their sanction and approval, and with the enthusiastic co-operation of many patriotic women and societies in the various States, the Red Cross has fully maintained its already high reputation for intense earnestness and ability to exercise the noble purposes of its international organization, this justifying the confidence and support which it has received at the hands of the American people. To the members and officers of this society and all who aided them in their philanthropic work, the sincere and lasting gratitude of the soldiers and the public is due and freely accorded. In tracing these events we are constantly reminded of our obligations to the Divine Master for his watchful care over us and his safe guidance, for which the nation makes reverent acknowledgment and offers humble prayers for the continuance of his favor. William McKinley STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, CHARLESTON, November 26, 1898. MY DEAR SIR: - Replying to your circular letter relative to the forthcoming book of Miss Clara Barton, the president and manager of the "Red Cross" Society, I beg to say, in all candor, that this book will certainly find ready sale among the intelligent, charitable-spirited people of our great country. I have watched with interest, the movements of Miss Barton for years, and I class her among the truly great women of the world. She has surely left her impress upon the times in which she lived, and the world at large has been uplifted by her efforts. True greatness is true goodness. Therefore Clara Barton is unquestionably great. Her book will surely benefit mankind. Cordially and truly yours, G. W. Atkinson. Governor of West Vir. STATE OF WEST FLORIDA. EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT. TALLAHASSEE, November 29, 1898. DEAR SIR: - The remarkable career of Clara Barton under the Red Cross Flag is garlanded over with the richest treasures of head and heart. A record of that eventful career from her pen would be one of the most welcome and valuable contributions to the literature of the day. Very respectfully, W. D. Bloxham Governor of Florida. W. D. Bloxham, Governor of Florida. G.W. Atkinson, Governor of West Virginia. 2BOARD OF CONSULTATION: PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND MEMBERS OF THE CABINET. EXECUTIVE OFFICERS: CLARA BARTON, President and Treasurer. GEORGE KENNAN, First Vice-President. STEPHEN E. BARTON, Second Vice-President WALTER P. PHILIPS, General Secretary. DR. JULIAN B. HUBBELL, General Field Agent. DIRECTORS: CLARA BARTON, GEORGE KENNAN, STEPHEN R. BARTON, WALTER P. PHILIPS, DR. JULIAN B. HUBBELL, PATER V. DE GRAW, DR. JOSEPH GARDNER. The American National Red Cross. INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, OCTOBER 1, 1881, REINCORPORATED, APRIL 17, 1893. For the Relief of Suffering by War, Pestilence, Famine, Flood, Fires, and other Calamities of Sufficient Magnitude to be National in Extent. The Organization acts under the Geneva Treaty, the provisions for which were made in International Convention at Geneva, Switzerland, August 22, 1864 and since signed by nearly all civilized nations. The United States gave its adhesion by Act of Congress, March 1, 1882. Ratified by the Congress of Berne, June 9, 1882. Proclaimed by President Arthur, July 26, 1882. HEADQUARTERS: WASHINGTON, D. C. JOHN D. LONG SECRETARY NAVY DEPARTMENT WASHINGTON: Dec. 10, 1898. My dear Sir- In reply to your letter of the 3rd instant, advising me that Miss Barton intends to write a story of the Red Cross, I take great pleasure in saying that Miss Barton's work in the interest of suffering humanity has entitled her, not alone to the gratitude of those who have been relieved by her deeds of mercy, but of all the future generations which will reap inspiration and benefit from the practical example she has given of love for her fellow creatures. Her's has indeed been a life full of good deeds and tender mercies. Very truly yours, John D. Long A.B. Keller Esq., [*3*]STATE OF COLORADO, EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, DENVER, December 1, 1898. GENTLEMEN:-I am sure no one is as well qualified as Miss Barton to write a history of the Red Cross, and am equally as confident that the American people will welcome such a history from her pen. When the record of the heroism in the recent war is made up, Miss Barton's name, like that of Abou Ben Adhem, will head the list. Very truly, Alva Adams. COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, HARRISBURG, November 26, 1898. DEAR SIR:-I think Miss Barton is doing another service to humanity by writing the story of her life under the Red Cross Flag. Such a work, in my judgment, will be highly appreciated by the American public and I believe it will be a great financial success. Very truly yours, Daniel H. Hastings WAR DEPARTMENT, OFFICE OF CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER, WASHINGTON, December 1, 1898. DEAR SIR:-As the people by the tens of thousands have taken an active interest in the work of the Red Cross, especially in connection with the Spanish-American war, it seems to me that a large proportion of these persons would be interested in the story of Clara Barton's life, a story of devotion and persistent action in the interest of humanity that rivals that of any individual of the age. Yours truly, A W Greeley cor Alva Adams, Governor of Colorado Daniel H. Hastings, Governor of Pennsylvania, A. W. Greeley, Chief Signal Officer of United States. 4 WAR DEPARTMENT, WASHINGTON. December 7th. 1898. Dear Sir: I have received the announcement of Miss Barton's new volume on "The Red Cross". From the character of the work that Miss Barton performed during the late war with Spain, I am sure that the book will be full of interest to every one, and that it will be a new testimonial of the great benefits that the Red Cross Association, headed by Miss Barton, have conferred upon humanity. Very truly yours, R A Alger Secretary of War. Mr. A. R. Keller, 5DES MOINES COLLEGE. DES MOINES, Iowa, November 29, 1898. DEAR SIR :- I do not see how a book, by Clara Barton on "The Red Cross" can fail to have an immediate and very large circulation. It certainly ought to meet at once with great favor, and I am sure that it will.: H. L. Stetson, Acting Pres. Des Moines College - COMMITTEE ON THE REVISION OF THE LAWS OF THE U.S., UNITED STATES SENATE, KALAMAZOO, MICH., November 28, 1898. DEAR SIR :- The proposed work, "The Red Cross," written by Clara Barton, will be eagerly looked for by the public and read with great interest. The story will be most interesting, and I have no doubt charmingly told. Yours truly, J C Burrows ----- COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS, UNITED STATES SENATE, WASHINGTON, D.C., November 30, 1898. DEAR SIR :- I am pleased to know that Miss Clara Barton will relate the story of her life under the Red Cross Flag. I consider it very important that this should be done, and that she owes it to the present as well as the future. Her work has been a remarkable one, and has attracted the attention of the whole world, and her story of the work will certainly be of great interest to mankind. I should regret very much if she had failed to do this. Yours truly, R F Pettigrew ----- STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT, HARTFORD, December 1, 1898. DEAR SIR :- No recent work that I can recall to mind except it be the Memoirs of Grant could have been assured of a more interesting welcome and demand than the proposed "Red Cross" book by Clara Barton, the heroine of many wars and the ministering angel in the world's disasters. No work in my judgment will be more eagerly sought for in years. It will be history. Sorrin A Cooke H. L. Stetson, President of Des Moines College. J. C. Burrows, U. S. Senator from Michigan. R. F. Pettigrew, U. S. Senator from South Dakota. 6 DEPARTMENT OF STATE. WASHINGTON. November 29, 1898. Dear sir:- I have your letter of the 21st. of November. It would seem to be unnecessary to say that no one is so well qualified as Miss Barton to write a book on the Red Cross. It is a matter of course that anything she should write on the subject would be most interesting. Yours very truly, John Hay A. R. Keller, Esquire, The Hon. John Hay : During the war our talented Minister to England. At present our Secretary of State. [4] 7UNITED STATES SENATE. WASHINGTON, D.C. TYLER, TEXAS, November 30, 1898 DEAR SIR:--Yours of recent date concerning the prospective work of Miss Clara Barton has been received. This lady has done a noble work and I feel sure a volume from her pen would be accorded a warm reception by those who take an interest in the great work of mitigating the pain and sorrows of humanity. Sincerely, H. Chilton -- UNITED STATES SENATE, WASHINGTON, D.C., December 2, 1898. DEAR SIR:--I certainly hope Miss Barton will write. It will not only be interesting in an historical sense, but it will be an inspiration to young men and women all over the world to go and do likewise. Very truly yours, Wm. E. Mason -- UNITED STATES SENATE CONCORD, N.H., November 23, 1898. GENTLEMEN:--I am delighted to learn that dear, good Clara Barton is writing the history of the Red Cross. I have known of her work for a long time, and personally saw something of it in Cuba last summer. She has been truly called the Florence Nightingale of America, but she has done infinitely more to relieve human suffering and sorrow than Miss Nightingale did, and she deserves the sympathy and gratitude of the people of two Continents for her self-sacrifice and devotion to suffering humanity, without regard to nationality or religion. Her book cannot fail to be interesting, instructive and valuable in the highest degree. Her keen perception and analytical mind will produce a book of surpassing interest, and when to this is added the fact that she was an active and interested participant in the scenes and events that her graphic pen will describe it needs no argument to prove that the publication will be eagerly read by all who value true womanhood and who desire the amelioration of the unfortunate of earth. Very respectfully yours, T.H. Gallinger U.S.S. -- UNITED STATES SENATE, WASHINGTON, D.C., November 30, 1898 GENTLEMEN:--I have received your letter of November 21. I am sure that Miss Barton's history of the Red Cross and its great work would be of the highest interest and value. Yours very truly, H.C. Lodge H. Chilton, U.S. Senator from Texas. T.H. Gallinger, U.S. Senator from New Hampshire. William H. Mason, U.S. Senator from Illinois. H.C. Lodge, U.S. Senator from Massachusetts. 8 Governor's Island, New York. December 1, 1898 Gentlemen:- Replying to your letter of Nov. 21st, I have to say that I believe the life and work of Miss Clara Barton as related by herself will be of the greatest interest, not only to the people of this country, but to all the countries in which she has so nobly and effectively wrought. Her work with my army in Cuba was of the greatest assistance, and for which she merited and received our sincere thanks. Very truly yours, Wm. R. Shafter Major General, U.S. Vols Certainly no person is better able to judge the true worth of Miss Barton's efforts at Santiago than General William R. Shafter.[S] DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, OFFICE OF THE COLICITOR[*C is crossed out*] OF THE TREASURY, WASHINGTON, D.C., November 25, 1898. GENTLEMEN:--I am in receipt of your circular letter of the 21st instant, with regard to the proposed publication of Miss Clara Barton's book. I am not only too busy, but in every way incompetent, to do justice to Clara Barton's publication. She and all who work with her under the Red Cross flag belong to the World's Great Academy of Immortals. The story of her life under the Red Cross, as it will be written by her, will be of infinite interest in every land, but the story of her devotion, and that of her co-workers, has already been written in imperishable characters in the glorious, peaceful and eternal world where the Cross is no longer red, but as fair as the lily, and as pure as Clara Barton's love for our suffering race. Very respectfully, Felix Alexander Reeve. THE PRESIDENT'S OFFICE, NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, EVANSTON ILLINOIS. DEAR SIR:-- I am glad to learn that Clara Barton is thinking of publishing the story of her life and her experiences under the "Red Cross Flag." I have no doubt her book will prove very interesting and quite valuable. I should regard it as a piece of misfortune if anything should occur to divert her from her purpose of giving to the world the story of the Red Cross. There are thousands of people in America and Europe who want to read her book, and I trust she will soon be able to complete it I certainly wish her God-speed in so doing. Yours very truly, [unclear] Rosen. UNITED STATES SENATE, WASHINGTON, D.C., November 29, 1898. GENTLEMEN:-- Miss Clara Barton in my opinion is the best qualified person in the United States to present a history of the great work which has been done for humanity by the "Red Cross." She will live in future history as one of America's best and noblest women, and deserves the esteem and cofidence of a grateful people. Very Respectfully Wm. J. Deboe. Felix Alexander Reeve, Department of Justice. Wm. J. Deboe, U. S. Senator from Kentucky. Henry Wade Rogers, President of Northwestern University. [10] N. S. S. Somtee Amnapolis Dec. 3 - 98 Dear Sir: I do not see how the story of her life under the Red Cross Flag can fail to be a great sucess. Kiplingo's nurse answers the question "If she have sent her [esments?] in our pain, "If she have fought with Death and dulled his sword; "If she have given back our sick again, "And to the breast the making life restored, "Is it a litthe thing that she has nought "Then Life and Death and Motherhood be nought. Very Truly Yours Richard Wainwright Richard Wainwright, U. S. N., was lieutenant-commander of the "Maine" at time of explosion, and commander of the "Gloucester" in the battle of Santiago. [11] United States Senate, WASHINGTON, D C., November 29, 1898. GENTLEMEN:-- I feel sure Miss Clara Barton has the ability and experience in her department of work to write an interesting book. Her life under the Red Cross Flag has been a eventful one, and her reminiscences cannot fail to be intensely interesting to all readers. If she publishes the book, I am of the opinion that it will be popular and extensively read. She deserves the highest commendation from the public for her life under the Red Cross Flag. Yours very truly Jno - L. McLauriu ----- CORNELL UNIVERSITY, OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT, ITHACA, N.Y., November 29, 1898. DEAR SIRS:--Ours is the century of practical humanitarianism. The suppression of the African slave trade, the freeing of the Russian serfs and of the American slaves are great facts bearing witness to the world's progress in Christian kindliness. But no achievement of the century has been more remarkable than the organization, the work, the success of the Red Cross. In no other century would the life and work of Clara Barton have been possible, and her name must go down to posterity with those of the Czar liberator and our martyr President as typical of this age. No story can be better worth telling than the story of Clara Barton's life under the Red Cross Flag. I am glad to know that she has herself undertaken to write this history, which I promise myself much pleasure and profit from reading. Yours very truly, J. G. Schurman ----- WASHINGTON, D. C., November 22, 1898. DEAR SIR:--Your history of the Red Cross will be welcomed by the American people as well for the interest they feel in-the subject, as for their pride in your devout and successful work in the cause of humanity I hope that your strength may be preserved that you may leave a Memorial of your career that is worthy of your great virtues and our Great Republic. With sincere respect, John T. Morgan ----- SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES, WASHINGTON, November 25, 1898. DEAR SIR:--Yours of the 21st inst. is received. No one can give as full, accurate and satisfactory information concerning the Red Cross as Miss Barton. She knows more about its history than any other person. I am quite sure the world at large is interested in the work of that society and will be glad to hear from the story of its labors. I trust she will not hesitate to complete that which she has undertaken. Yours truly, D. J. Brewer Jno. L. McLauriu, U. S. Senator from S. Carolina. J G. Schurman, Pres. of Cornell University. [John T. Morgan, U. S. Senator from Alabama. David J. Brewer, Justice U.S. Supreme Court.] 12 COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY, UNITED STATES SENATE, WASHINGTON, D. C. Worcester, Mass. November 29, 1898. My dear Sir : I have no doubt that Miss Barton's book will be eagerly read and will have a very large sale. I can, of course, only judge of other people's feelings by my own. But I know how I feel about it. It is unnecessary for me to repeat in this private communication what I have often said in public. I regard Miss Barton as the foremost hero of the present war. I think no living person surpasses her in a title to the affection and honor of her countrymen. I am, with high regard, faithfully yours, Geo F Hoar A. R. Keller, Esq. 13BONNIE VIEW. Adams, Jefferson Co., New York. I do not know a woman or a man either on the face of this broad earth whose book would be welcomed more eagerly and read with more warm interest than Clara Barton's I have had the pleasure already of listening to a portion of it from her own lips and was delighted with it. Her writings are like herself and her own work, modest, unaffected, but going to the heart and soul of things. And this book cannot fail to do good, for it will place more clearly before the youth of this country the object lesson of what on woman can do by the grace of God to help the suffering and wants of a world. In the Cuban struggle her prompt, intelligent, efficient help put to shame the carelessness and inefficiency of a nation's relief measures. In Armenia Clara Barton did what individuals and nations had for years tried vainly to do. In the South Sea Islands she and her brave Red Cross helpers saved thousands and thousands of lives, so in Johnstown, so in Charleston. In the Civil War she was like an angel of help and consolation to the sick and wounded soldiers. And the whole world wants to hear the story of it all and how it was done, I prophesy a very large sale for the book. Marrietta Holley Author of "Samantha at Saratoga," etc., etc. ----- CLEVELAND, OHIO December 8, 1898. DEAR SIRS:- I was not aware until six hours ago that Miss Barton thought of an effort of the kind of which you speak. Clara Barton can do anything she undertakes-never yet having failed in a most active life and in field of greatest responsibility, requiring personal courage, intellec- tual, executive and moral power. Always actuated by the highest and most unselfish motives, she is tireless and successful in her work. She was a popular and successful lecturer just after the Civil War on the subject of the war. I remember hearing her address an immense audience in this city thirty years ago, In a literary and artistic sense, it was a success. Miss Barton comes of noted ancestry. She is connected with the old Judge Worcester family, Massachusetts, and is also allied to the Beecher family. Her father followed Mad Anthony Wayne through his Indian campaigns. When such Senators as Proctor, who visited Cuba, speak of Miss Barton as a woman of the highest intelligence and of great executive ability, and Senator Hoar, or Massachu- setts, says in open Senate that she is the first citizen of Massachusetts, her position before the country is settled forever and beyond controversy. Then whoever heard of a President of the United States complimenting a private person in no official position as President McKinley has spoken of Clara Barton in his late message (see the message)? It is most remarkable that he should do so in addressing Congress. Everybody wants to know all about one personally who has been so prominent a figure before the country for thirty-five years. I predict a great success for Clara Barton's book. Yours truly, JOHN J. ELWELL. ----- March 3, 1882 MY DEAR SIR :-A treaty giving the adherence of the United States to the treaty of Geneva of the twenty-second of August 186a, I sent to the Senate to-day. Yours truly, Fred'k T. Frelinghuysen Marietta Holley. Fred'k T. Frelinghuysen, Secretary of State under President Arthur. 14 Next Page UNITED STATES HIGH COMMISSIONERS CHARLES W. FAIRBANKS [CHAIRMAN] CHARLES J. FAULKNERR NELSON DINGLEY JOHN W. FOSTER JOHN A. KASSON T. JEFFERSON COOLIDGE SECRETARY, CHANDLER P. ANDERSON. UNITED STATES & BRITISH JOINT HIGH COMMISSION FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF CANADIAN QUESTIONS OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES HIGH COMMISSIONERS Washington, December 1, 1898 Dear Sir: Your note of the 25th instant is received. It has fallen to the lot of but few people to render such beneficent service as has been performed by Clara Barton. She has indeed been an angel of mercy among men. Her life has been devoted to aleviating suffering and uplifting the oppressed. No one is better fitted than she to write upon the history of the Red Cross. Her work has been faithfully and well done, and I take pleasure in commending it to the attention of all those whose sympathies go out to distressed humanity. Very respectfully, Charles W. Fairbanks A. R. Keller, Esq., 15 EXECUTIVE CHAMBER, LINCOLN NEBRASKA, December 8, 1898. GENTLEMEN:- I am indeed interested to know that Clara Barton has at last consented to relate the story of her life under the Red Cross flag, and I feel sure that the Nebraskans generally will be delighted to have an opportunity of learning, from the words of her own pen, more of the beautiful life of this remarkable woman. I should have no hesitancy in saying to M[I]ss Barton that the ability to organize and carry into successful execution, at momentous periods of the world's history, such grand work for suffering humanity, surely carries with it the ability to tell, most interestingly, the story of the Red Cross. That the book will be a success in every way, I have not the slightest doubt; it out to succeed, and it will succeed. With best wishes, yours very truly, Silas A Holcomb Secretary. Washington, December 8, 1898. GENTLEMEN:- I am just in receipt of your letter, and hasten to say that I trust that Miss Barton will not delay writing her memoirs. It would be injustice to the world that she should not place on record her remarkable experience. There is no one living who has had her experience or has done the half she has for mankind. I was talking to General Breckinridge yesterday about her, and I think if she could have heard his commendations she would not hesitate to at once put into print the wonderful lessons which she can give womankind. I had supposed she had completed her book, and that it was soon to be on sale, and hope that you will use your utmost to accomplish this right speedily. Nothing would give me more pleasure than to do anything that I could to advance the interest of so valuable a publication. Very sincerely yours, Mrs. John A. Logan. Secretary. DAVENPORT, IOWA, December 8, 1898. GENTLEMEN:- I am sincerely gratified to learn that Miss Clara Barton has decided to tell the story of her life under the Red Cross flag. She has a great deal to relate, and her friends have many times urged her to place in permanent form, for the benefit of the Nobel cause to which she has so many years been unselfishly given, some record of the grand deeds in which she has been the impelling force. Her name is a lustrous one, and her work is more than American. The President of the Red Cross blessed with many talents, has improved all of them. She has been helpful to tens of thousands, always striving to assist them to help themselves, which is really the best practical charity. She has known no lines of faith, no condition, but everywhere has responded to duty without fear and with demonstrated business methods. I wish her book could be placed in every library, public and private. Her life has been so full of experience that she. has already at hand material for many interesting chapters, and if she attempts the story, she possesses the art of telling it well. The danger is that she will give to others the credit that belongs to herself. Please enter my order for five copies of the book. Very truly yours, B. F. Tillinghast Editor Davenport Democrat Silas A. Holcomb, Governor of Nebraska. Mrs. John A. Logan. B. F. Tillinghast, Editor Davenport "Democrat." 16 Subject: All official communications to this office should be addressed "To the INSPECTOR GENERAL U.S. Army, Washington D.C." B. War Department, INSPECTOR GENERAL'S OFFICE. Washington, November 29, 1898. Dear Sir: Yours of the 21st instant concerning Miss Clara Barton's proposed story of her life under the Red Cross Flag has been received. Her work of relief amidst the most stirring and pathetic scenes on both continents should form an interesting and instructive story. I observed Miss Baron on the battle field in front of Santiago de Cuba and made reference to the incident in may annual report to the Major General Commanding the Army. Her heartfelt purpose so lit up her face and figure with more than charity while she bent over the cauldron of broth for the wounded near El Caney, that the scene can seldom be equalled in the world's history. How she arrived there and what she did there should be a theme to delight the kindest hearted and patriotic forever. Very truly yours, JC Breckinridge Major General Volunteer Inspector General Army A.R. Keller 9 19DEPARTMENT OF STATE, WASHINGTON. May 23, 1881. MISS CLARA BARTON, American Representative of the Red Cross, etc., Washington: DEAR MADAM:- I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of the letter addressed by Mr. Moyiner, President of the Red Cross International Convention, to the President of the United States, bearing the date of the nineteenth of August, 1877, and referred by President Garfield on the thirtieth March, 1881, to the department. It appears from a careful perusal of the letter that Mr. Moyiner is anxious that the Government of the United States should join with other governments of the world in this international convention. Will you please say to M. Moyiner, in reply to his letter, that the President of the United States and the officers of this Government are in full sympathy with any wise measures tending toward the amelioration of the suffering incident to warfare. The Constitution of the United States has, however, lodged the entire war making power in the Congress of the United States, and as the participation of the United State in an international convention of this character is consequent upon and auxiliary to the war making power of the nation, legislation by Congress is needful to accomplish the humane end that your society has in view. It gives me, however, great pleasure to state that I shall be happy to give any measures which you may propose careful attention and consideration, and should the President, as I doubt not he will, approve of the matter, the Administration will recommend to Congress the adoption of the international treaty which you desire. I am, madam, with very great respect, Your obedient servant, James G. Blaine St. Louis, Mo., December 8, 1898 GENTLEMEN:- Yours of the sixth instant is received. It gives me great pleasure to subscribe to Clara Barton's book, the prospectus of which of which was presented a few days ago. There is no doubt in my mind but Miss Barton will write one of the most interesting narratives of a most valuable, patriotic life work, and of the origin, growth and achievements of the great international humane society, our literature contains. It has been my good fortune to hear her story, in parts, from her own lips- and that her book will be a treasure to all who love their country and their fellow-men, there can be no reasonable doubt. Sincerely Yours John W. Noble. James/. Blaine. John W. Noble, Secretary of Interior under President Harrison. 18 Headquarters Mil. Div. of the Missouri, Chicago, Mar. 31. 1881. MISS CLARA BARTON, Washington, D.C.: MY DEAR MISS BARTON:- I received some days ago your letter enclosing me the papers relative to the "Red Cross" of the Geneva Convention and asking my assistance in obtaining an official recognition of these articles. I fully agree with you that an association for the amelioration of the sufferings of the sick and wounded in armies in time of war should have an official status in our country. In case of war in the future we should derive the greatest benefit. had we an organization officially charged with dispensing the charities of the humane, and I hope you will be able to lay this matter before the Government in such a way as to insure some favorable action at an early day. I have objection to some of the provisions in the articles, but it would be well, I think, to make a beginning in this direction, even with an imperfect plan, and when war is actually with us such alterations and modifications would take place as would meet the necessities of the situation. I am, my dear Miss Barton, Very truly yours, P.H. Sheridan Lieutenant General U.S. Army. [*Ex. Man, Washn./ to be finished*] [*How about these reproductions*] July 5, 1882. MY DEAR SIR:- Your letter in regard to the American Association of the Red Cross was duly received. The humane objects of the association have my full sympathy and support, and if my acceptance of the presidency of the Board of Consultation will in any way tend to promote the usefulness of the society, I will assume the tru t with pleasure. Thanking you for your kind expressions, I am, Very truly yours, Chester A Arthur AUSTIN, December 9. 1898. GENTLEMEN:- I am pleased to learn that Miss Clara Barton will publish the story of her work under the Red Cross flag. I trust that it will be fully written by herself, for an intimate acquaintance with her in a foreign land, and formed under peculiar surroundings, enabled me to know that no one can write it so well as herself. Her work in Asiatic Turkey after the massacre there has never been fully appreciated. The Red Cross, as such, was not admitted, but when Miss Clara Barton was introduced to the Grand Vizir as one whose religion embraced every sect. and who came as a missionary of humanity, prejudice against the Cross was forgotten in admiration for the woman. The Missionaries of sect who acted as her agents, were suspected by the government, and were only tolerated as such, because the Sultan had given me his assurance that all employes of Miss Barton should be protected. The book she proposes to write will, I feel sure, meet with success. Very truly, A. W. Terrell. P.H. Sheridan. Chester A. Arthur. A. W. Terrell. 20 [*Autr to be furnished*]