CONTENTS OF VOLUME V
| 1889. | |
| PAGE | |
| To Thomas F. Bayard, January 30th | 1 |
| Detailed account of an interview with Count Arco about the relations between the United States and Germany in regard to Samoan difficulties. | |
| From Thomas F. Bayard, February 1st | 7 |
| Schurz's friendly motive appreciated—German Government more conciliatory on Samoan question—The difficulties explained—Secret arrangements between Germany and Great Britain should be disclosed—The settlement sought by the United States—Bitterness of Republicans against Democratic Administration and especially Department of State—Bayard's caution and friendliness toward Germany. | |
| To Thomas F. Bayard, February 3d | 9 |
| Rejoices over favorable turn in negotiations—Protocol should be published. | |
| To John Sherman, February 4th | 10 |
| Thanks for Samoan speech—How danger may be avoided. | |
| To B. B. Cahoon, February 5th | 11 |
| Advises against seeking office, although worthy of it—Schurz offers good wishes, but will have no influence with Harrison's Administration. | |
| To Oscar S. Straus, February 15th | 13 |
| Some prospective members of Harrison's Cabinet—Wanamaker and campaign funds. | |
| To John Wanamaker, February 25th | 14 |
| Why Schurz inquires about campaign funds—Would gladly help correct public impression, if false. | |
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