Mar 26, 2009 - Sale 2174

Sale 2174 - Lot 361

Unsold
Estimate: $ 200 - $ 300
(MEXICO.) [Ramirez, José Fernando.] A Memorial Setting Forth the Rights and Just Reasons which the Government of the United States of Mexico has, for not Recognizing the Validity of the Privilege. 8vo, original wrappers, frayed on spine; minor wear and foxing. New York, 1852

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A Mexican named José Garay had been granted a privilege to build a canal across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, and later transferred his privilege to a United States firm. This pamphlet offers the official Mexican justification for terminating the project. It includes an English translation, as well as the original Spanish text. Palau 246744 (Mexican edition); Sabin 26548.