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Nelson Rounsevell and the Panama American Pioneer
Washington Letter profiles Nelson Rounsevell publisher of the Panama American, a multi career figure in Panama and the Canal Zone. It notes his role in promoting the 1900s revolt climate, debts built to launch the paper, ongoing frictions with U.S. government bodies, and his colorful history including legal fights and duels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rodney Dutcher
NEA
Washington
Nelson Rounsevell
Rounsevell
Panama City
U. B
Colon
U. S. Treasury
Weamm
Panama
Canal Zone