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Senate resolution requesting all documents and correspondence relating to the construction of an Isthmian Canal and the separation of Panama from Colombia.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-25
Newspaper clipping with two articles, “Corporations and Campaign Funds” and “Panama Canal Situation,” from the Wall Street Journal. The first article argues that corporate campaign donations are evil as a law of business. The Panama article suggests that Senate and Colombian opposition to the Panama treaty will eventually diminish leading to recognition for the Republic of Panama and an agreement for an American canal across the isthmus.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-06
The Republican State Committee of Mississippi supports the continuation of the Roosevelt administration and the speedy construction of the Panama Canal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-03
The Republican Congressional Executive Committee for the second district of Tennessee supports the nomination and election of President Roosevelt in 1904. They commend the Roosevelt administration for the recognition of the Republic of Panama and entering into a treaty for the construction of an inter-oceanic canal.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-01-02
A series of events has brought the Panama Canal within reach and William Nelson Cromwell believes there are only two things that halt the canal; failing to hold the Panama purchase and failure to hold Colombia to its obligations. It is clear that Colombia has been acting in bad faith thus justifying any “consequent action” by the United States. Cromwell is confident that President Roosevelt can handle the situation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-10-14
Senator Hanna wants allowances made for the political situation in Colombia so that a serious mistake will not threaten the final settlement of the Panama Canal situation. The Panama route is strongest and they must prepare to resist renewed efforts in support of the Nicaragua route. Under present conditions, Hanna suggests that the French company proceed with their work while Hanna and President Roosevelt seek to handle the matter in Congress.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-10-04
Provided a clear title can be obtained, Congress has approved the Panama route for an isthmian canal. President Roosevelt can select the exact route and appoint a seven member canal commission to oversee construction. If a title cannot be obtained, a route through Nicaragua can still be pursued.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-06-26
Maurice Hutin, president of the Panama Canal Company, reviews the agreements and negotiations related to the valuation and transfer of the company’s Colombia concessions to the United States.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-11-30
Admiral Walker expresses his views on matters related to the privileges and property of the Panama Canal Company that were raised in a letter from the company’s president, Maurice Hutin. Walker defends the work of the Isthmian Canal Commission and the estimate of the Panama Canal Company’s worth at $40 million. He does not believe that further examination or arbitration as suggested by Hutin should be considered.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1901-12-06