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James Alexander Scrymser reviews recent developments between various telecommunication interests in South America and asks that the State Department work for the extension of rights of the English Cable Company in South America.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-12-12
Carlos A. Valverde tells Theodore Roosevelt he has admired him and the work he has done. Although the people in Peru did not see Roosevelt in a favorable light during the Panama-Colombia controversy, they now understand the canal will benefit the world. Valverde asks Roosevelt for an autographed photograph.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-05-15
John R. King has been commissioned to present President Roosevelt with a medal from the Abraham Lincoln Post of the Grand Army of the Republic in Lima, Peru. King further extends his personal regards and best wishes to Roosevelt.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1909-03-02
John Barrett writes to President Roosevelt before his historic diplomatic trip with Elihu Root through Ecuador, Panama, and Colombia. Barrett is working with President Reyes and other leaders to create a peace treaty between Colombia, Panama, and the United States. The Colombians seek concessions from Panama and the U.S., including free passage of Colombian shipping through the Panama Canal. In return Colombia will have a “favorable attitude” to shipping interests in the United States. Barrett includes his itinerary for his trip through Ecuador.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-08-02
Secretary of State Hay encloses the report on William B. Dickey’s case which was sent by Ambassador Irving B. Dudley.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1902-12-08