Panama., 06/04/1903-06/04/1903

File — Box: 7, Folder: 9

Identifier: GAMMS430.1.142

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

One series only. Arranged alphabetically.

Dates

06/04/1903-06/04/1903

Collection-level Access Restrictions

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 7 Linear Feet (8 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

1 Typed Resolution Signed (in Spanish) unanimously passed by the Municipal Council of Panama on 6/4/1903, discussing the construction of the Panama Canal across the isthmus as beneficial to the Republic of Colombia and the Department of Panama. They ask the Congress and Municipalities to support the Hay-Herran Treaty and ask that the resolution be printed and distributed in leaflets or flyers so that the citizens know the treaty is supported by a majority. Signed by President of the Municipal Council of Panama Demetrio H. Bird and Secretary Ernesto J. Goti with the seal of the President of the City Council of the Department of Panama in the Republic of Colombia. Document appeared in the Imperial Star and Herald in Panama.

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

PANAMA - TYPED RESOLUTION RE: PANAMA CANAL (1903): Printed Item

PANAMA CANAL - TYPED RESOLUTION RE: PANAMA CANAL (1903): Printed Item

HAY-HERRAN TREATY - PRINTED RESOLUTION ABOUT IT (1903): Printed Item

BIRD, DEMETRIO H. - PRINTED DOCUMENT SIGNED RE: PANAMA CANAL (1903): Printed Item

GOTI, ERNESTO J. - PRINTED DOCUMENT SIGNED RE: PANAMA CANAL (1903): Printed Item