St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1890-12-10
THE MINNESOTA PART.

1t has been quite recently suggested
IN these columns that the time is at
hand when this state, both in the legis-
lature and through the cooperation of
the people, should initiate measures to
secure the representation its Importance
and interests require at the worlds fair.
The preliminary work at Chicago has
been so favorably matured that there
need be no other Solicitude with the ma
ton, states and interests to be repre-
scented than that every part shall be
roundly filled in the consummation of
the magnificent work. There can
hardly be too high an estimate had of
the magnitude, scope and possible in
fluences of the grand gathering and dis
play. 1t will have the measurement OF
wonderful advance in many depart
mentS OF investigation even since the
Paris exhibit. Minnesota must have no
inferior position i'll the attractions for
the world. Systematic and complete
organization should be effected to at
tain the desired results, and this can
not be inaugurated too soon. A letter
received yesterday from Commissioner
ToUSLEY, of this state, now visiting in
Boston. presents some points that are
timely, aud should command considera-
ton. He says:
This is a matter that deeply concerns every
citizen of Minnesota We are, barring some
unforeseen calamity, to have worlds fair
Chicago has presented all adequate site, has
put up the millions of money and has en-
listed in the undertaking a company of gen
rhn In
ments. But the buildings and grounds, no
matter how costly, convenient and attract
i've, will not make the fair. Indeed, they
will be little else than mockery unless the
states and territories of this Union resolve to
give unf1agging support to this gigantic ell
terprise. That they will do this, have little
doubt. Ambition, patriotism and enight-
ened selfshness alike appeal to each and
every commonwealth TO enter heartily upon
this work
What will Minnesota do? What means
shall be adopted in order to foster and sup
port an enlightened public sentiment touch
ing this matter?
Recently have received a circular from
the director general of the exposition, in
which there are suggestions which take the
liberty of placing before you, and, if they
meet with your approval, bespeak your
This circular suggests the Inauguration of
a popular movement having for it's objects:
Flrst-To raise by public subscription an
adequate fund TO defray the expenses of ex-
hibits.
Second-To urge upon the legislature the
necessity of liberal action i'll the matter of
appropriations.
Third-To secure exhibits representative
i'll every respect of the individual common
wealth.
In order to promote these objects it
was suggested that public meeting of cit
liens, summoned by the mayor, be called, for
the purpose of discussing and arranging for
state convention of citizens likely to be
practically interested in the exposition; that
the call for such convention be issued in the
names OF as large representative body OF
citizens as possible. and at the earliest mo-
ment practicable. Possibly Minneapolis and
st. Paul would unite in this call.
The issuance of this call being one of the
cardinal points upon which success will
hinge, it should be as comprehensive as Dos
sible. Every county and every organization
should tie represented at the convention
Having perfected the permanent organiZa-
ton, the matter of raising a fund common
surate with the magnitude of the proposed
exhibit should be considered. OF this sum
the legislature should be called upon to ap-
| propriate its share, and plan formulated at
the convention for raising the remainder by
| subscription. These include the most valu-
able points of the communication, and it
| seems to me they are worthy of serious at
| tention.'
There will, no doubt, soon be official
proclamation of the inception of the
enterprise and definite invitation eX-
tended to all who should he represented
in it. The suggestions presented by
Commissioner ToUsLEY will, it is to be
hoped, direct attention to the need of
timely and comprehensive action, and
lead to a realization of the effort that
will be requisite.