Mr. Beaupré to Mr. Hay.
Bogotá, September 10, 1903. (Received September 12.)
Since the report of the canal committee the question has not been discussed in the Senate. First consideration of the report postponed until 14th instant. Fierce attack to-day in the Senate upon the appointment of Obaldía as governor of Panama. The appointment is regarded as being the forerunner of separation. Of several Senators who spoke” only the son of the President defended the action of the Government. A resolution passed by almost unanimous vote, which is equivalent vote of censure against the Government. The situation is not improved. There is no prospect of satisfactory action.