The President in Presenting Cup to Winner of German-American Sonder Class Yacht Race

Title

The President in Presenting Cup to Winner of German-American Sonder Class Yacht Race

Creator

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924

Identifier

WWP18016

Date

1913 September 11

Source

Wilson Papers, Library of Congress, Library of Congress, Washington, District of Columbia

Subject

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924--Correspondence

Text

The President in presenting cup to winner of German-American Sonder Class Yacht Race, (the White House Grounds):

I am very glad to have a part in this pleasant and interesting international function, and you see, I have taken pains to be backed by the Secretary of State so that I may make no diplomatic blunder. I think that one of the most delightful things about modern sport is that it brings the men of different countries together, and I hope that the German representatives present will not consider it an international discourtesy on our part that the American boat won. We are proud and have always been proud of our sailors, ––our professional sailors and our amateur sailors. I think one of the most interesting features of this contest is that it is confined to amateurs, and is confined to inexpensive boats, which amateurs can own and take pride in as handled exclusively by themselves. I wish that all the things I had to do as President were as pleasant as this and involved so much of international good feeling and of personal friendship and intercourse. I am very glad indeed to be the instrument in conveying this cup to Mr. Curtis, and I appreciate very much the opportunity to do it.

THE END.

Original Format

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Citation

Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924, “The President in Presenting Cup to Winner of German-American Sonder Class Yacht Race,” 1913 September 11, WWP18016, First Year Wilson Papers, Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum, Staunton, Virginia.