I felt that the proposed bypass would be too close to the Canalbeing only a half to threequarters of a mile from the Canal and both the old and new locks might be subject to attack at the same time. Therefore. I entertained the thought that a new canal should be constructed. perhaps in Nicarauga. I also raised the question as to the employment of alien labor and the wages to be paid. In answer to my communication I received a letter from the President in which he notes my suggestions and indicates his own opinion as to certain changes. to the extent of conveying to me the gist of some proposed correcting amendments. which I understand the chairman of the committee will offer to the bill at the proper time.
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