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Lot #167
William H. Taft Typed Letter Signed as Secretary of War

"Up to this time we have had no difficulty with the labor on the Isthmus"—Secretary of War Taft on finding workers for the Panama Canal

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"Up to this time we have had no difficulty with the labor on the Isthmus"—Secretary of War Taft on finding workers for the Panama Canal

TLS as Secretary of War, signed "Wm. H. Taft," one page, 5.5 x 9, May 9, 1907. Letter to Arthur Nathan, assuring him that he does not anticipate problems finding workers for the Panama Canal, in full: “Up to this time we have had no difficulty with the labor on the Isthmus. We are hopeful that we will be able to carry it on with the use of European and West Indian Labor.” In fine condition.

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