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Cipher cable from William H. Taft to Theodore Roosevelt

Cipher cable from William H. Taft to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of War Taft reports to President Roosevelt on the progress of the Panama Canal. He has heard from the men working on the canal, those in charge of steam shovels, locomotive engineers, and construction conductors, but does not want to make a decision until he hears back from the President. Taft tells Roosevelt he should receive a letter with Taft’s in-depth analysis and a copy has also been sent to George W. Goethals. Taft is in Cuba for the next week and then travels to Puerto Rico.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-04-07

Creator(s)

Taft, William H. (William Howard), 1857-1930

Telegram from Theodore P. Shonts to John F. Stevens

Telegram from Theodore P. Shonts to John F. Stevens

Theodore P. Shonts informs John F. Stevens that the government has agreed on a price after a conference including Secretary of State Elihu Root, Secretary of War William H. Taft, and President Roosevelt. Shonts is investigating the financial responsibility, integrity, and past performance of the Oliver & Bangs construction company.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1907-01-18

Creator(s)

Shonts, Theodore P. (Theodore Perry), 1856-1919