The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1897-06-09
TALKS TO BUSINESS MEN.
President Mckinley at the Interna-
tional Commercial Conference.

had Its inception IN the Philadelphia
commercial museum, under the auspi-
ces of which institution the conference
is held, was formally opened Wednes-
day afternoon at the Academy of Music,
with an address by President Mckinley
On the spacious stage of the academy
sat the delegates to the conference,
members of President McKinley's cab
met and quite number of ministers
and other representatives of foreign
countries. Mayor Warwick extended a
cordial welcome to the delegates and to
the distinguished officials of this and
other countries who honored the occa-
sion with their presence. He closed by
introducing President Mckinley, who,
when he stepped forward on the plat
form, was given tremendous ovation.
When quiet had been restored the presi-
dent said:
mo ordinary object could have produced
such an industrial convention Interstate
and international interests and courtesy
have contributed to its success, but nothing
less than deep conviction in the minds
of the people represented that the move
ment here begun will eventually effect per-
manent gains in their commercial relations
can account for its wide and distinguished
character. The avowed object of the Phila-
delpfia museums is to aid in the develop
ment of commercial and Industrial pros
perity. No worthier cause can engage our
energies at this hour. 1t Is a most praise
worthy purpcse-the extension of trade, to
be followed by wider and better fields of
employment and easier conditions for the
masses Such an effort commands the in
slant approval of all lovers of mankind,
for with it is linked the prosperity of the
hum blest toiler and welfare of every home
and fireside.
1.-The movement is inaugurated on broad
and progressive lines. It's authors and pro-
moters believe that the conditions of in
ternational commerce can be directly pro-
NOTED by systematic study and Demon
strated by scientific methods. The dis
tinguished body of gentlemen who have
planned this organization have grasped
great economic truths and are prepared
to pursue them to their successful conclu-
sion. It's generous support will increase its
usefulness. One national industrial under
taking prepares the way for another A
great exhibit like this is an education and
an inspiration. 1t concentrates the at
tention of the citizens. It broadens their
ideas, strengthens their confidence, pro-
notes the spirit of friendly cooperation
and rivalry, awakens a commendable am
bition and encourages effort in the utiliZa-
ton of all the forces and processes of pro-
duction.
..The producer and consumer of both con-
tinents are here brought together in close
touch and are taught to work together
for the common veal In order that new
markets may be opened and a larger trade
profitably conducted the manufacturer
must have the opportunity of becoming
familiar with the character of the goods
desired by the consumer. And so, too, the
consumer should have the opportunity to
examine the goods which the manufac-
turer is anxious to dispose of to him. 1t
follows, then, that a recognized central in
stitution. such as this is, of real stability,
whose Integrity of management cannot be
questioned. with ample means, can be made
of inestimable advantage, not only to
generation in a single country, but TO a
whole continent and for the vast future
Ability as well as capital is essential
to the success of trade, and, fortunately,
with both of these the museums are will
equipped. It is said that the data which
can here be found ready for quick and ac-
curate reference is obtainable to degree
not even attempted anywhere else in the
world. Under the circumstances, and even
at this early date, it is not too much to say
that movement of this kind is in its gen.
eral scope national-aye, more than that,
fnternational-in character, and to predict
that its success, If wisely conducted will
surprise even its most enthusiastic friends
and founders. Resting upon business
principles, looking solely to the welfare of
the country at large, benefiting other ma
tons as well as our own, the intent and
realization of this worlds industrial OBJ
ject lesson is in accord with the best spirit
of the age and worthy of the good will and
helpfulness of every patriotic American
In the evening nearly 1,50O persons
gathered at banquet in the great ex-
change room of the bourse. President
Mckinley, in response to toast, said:
Il must tell you that from first to last
I have been deeply impressed with the
scenes witnessed in Philadelphia to-day.
/ have seen the remarka bic spectacle of
the representatives of all the American re-
publics with the products of their skill and
their soil in one great warehouse. The first
great convention of these republics was
organized by the matchless diplomacy of
that splendid American, James G.. Blaine.
Seven years ago he brought the govern
ments of this continent together and taught
the doctrine that general reciprocity in
trade required reciprocity of information.
And it was his genius, with that of many
gentlemen I see around this board tonight,
that originated the bureau of American
republics located In the capital city, which
has already done much good and which
I believe will yet play an important part
in our trade relations with the govern
My fellow citizens, there is no motive to
make product if you can't find some
body to take 1t. The maker must find the
taker- You will not employ labor to make
a product if you cannot find a buyer for
that product after labor has made it. Let
me tell you, my countrymen, that resusci-
tation will not be promoted by recrinlina-
ton. The distrust of the present viii not
be removed by distrust of the future. A
patriot makes better citizen than pessi-
mist, and we have got to be patient for
much as We may want to move out of the
old house we cannot do it until the new
one is finished. A tariff law half made
is of no practical use except to indicate
that in little while whole tariff law
viii be done, and it is making progress.
1t is reaching the end, and when the end
comes we viii have business confidence
and industrial activity. Let US keep stout
hearts and steady heads. The country is
not going backwards but forwards. Amer
lean energy has not been destroyed by