New-York tribune., 1905-06-12
PRAISE FOR GOVERNOR MAG0oN

From the Panama Star and Herald
The fact that Charles E. Magoon when here
with the Isthmian Canal Commission year ago
had endeared himself to many was well known to
but the true extent of his popularity is only nov
evident by the high estimation in which he is held
by all, not only in government circles. but by every
citizen of the Panama Republic and every Ameri-
the isthmus
We presume that when President Roosevelt ap-
pointed him Governor only II was because in
that position the remuneration was 500 per an
mum, whereas the annual stipend for the United
States Minister to the republic Is only $4,000 the
amount assigned by Congress.
with full realization of the ability and tact of
Governor Magoon and with the knowledge of the
high esteem left for him by the government of the
republic. would respectfully request his ex-
ceIlency President Roosevelt to appoint him as
Minister also.
We do this with a feeling of confidence that such
an appointment will give much pleasure here. and
that owing his recognized tact and affabity the
many little difficulties that are bound to occur be-
tween the two countries Will be speedily removed
IN a dignified and honorable manner satisfactory
to all parties.
both President Roosevelt and Secretary of War
Taft have given many proofs OF their endeavor to
pease us and to establish cordial relations a
firm basis; we have therefore little doubt but that
this request will be granted. In making 1t feel
convinced that have the support OF every one
and that it will be seconded by the press through
fan to see anything myth, G to prevent en- S GGvernGr
lions in a capable and satisfactory manner.
In appointing him, therefore, President Roosevelt
will earn our gratitude and will have given but
another proof of his interest in this republic and
his friendly concern m for Its welfare Panamans
We are in a position to know positive fact
that the relations between Governor Magoon and
president A1nador and Ministers, including Minis
ter obaldia, are friendly and as cordial as they
Perbens one of the most brilliant social functions
Presidential Palace on the evening of Saturday.
Nav 81 by his exceency the President Of the Re
pubic DR.. Manuel Arnador Guerrero IN honor of
The Hon Charles E. Magoon, the newly appointed
Governor of the canal zone
At o'clock in the evening the guests began to
arrive at first by then In pairs. and later
trance to the Yellow Room by the Presidents pri-
vate secretary, Joseph Lefevre. who introduced
them TO the President, the first lady of the land
and Governor Magoon. who had a smile for every
shortly after the arrival of the last guest, the
Republican Band, which was in attendance under
Star Spangled Banner Immediately following this
with the national anthem OF Panama. At this
s1noture champagne served, and toast was
drunk to the prosperity OF Panama and the United
States and also to the health of Governor Magoon
Ice cream and other refreshments followed the
wine. ~
functions In Panama, 1t was very cosmopolitan
uatherinR The cream of local society rep
resented by many young women and men OF the
hest families of Panama and Colon. The diplo-
matte and consular corps were also well repre-
sented Many prominent merchants and business
men canal officials and employees. naval officers:
corps and some residents OF Colon were among the
Governor Magcons genial manner and HIS free
and easy frankness brought forsn TemaTks ot warm
Indication that he viii be the most popular Amer
lean ofiicai that came To the isthmua