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Letter of the President placing the Isthmian Canal Commission under the supervision and direction of the Secretary of War, and defining the jurisdiction and functions of the commission

President Roosevelt summarizes the creation of the Isthmian Canal Commission and explains its jurisdiction and function.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-05-09

Letter from Joseph Bullock Coghlan to William H. Moody

Admiral Coghlan provides an update on the situation in Panama. The islands of Saint Andrews and Old Providence have been occupied by Colombian forces. Panama does not claim these islands and Coghlan is guarding Panama’s western coast to prevent a landing. The examination of trails and streams along the northeastern coast continues. The squadron’s health is very good and the USS Stewart is being repaired.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-01-12

Telegram from Henry Glass to William H. Moody

Admiral Glass received a report that Colombian forces occupying Providence and San Andres were short of provisions and sent a party to Bocas del Toro that caused a panic. Admiral Coghlan has been directed to send a vessel to preserve order, prevent delivery of provisions, and verify if the island is claimed by Panama.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1904-01-11