Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1897-06-17
MEN OF TRADE.
Assemble in Philadelphia to Dis
cuss Commercial Matters.
Address of President Mckinley For
ElaIly Opening the international
Commercial Congress-His
Talk n: a banquet.

Philadelphia, June 3.-The interna-
tional commercial conference which
had its inception in the Phila-
delphia commercial museum, under
the auspices of which institution
the conference is held, was for
mally opened Wednesday afternoon
at the Academy of Music, with an adj
dress by President Mckinley. On the
spacious stage of the academy sat the
delegates to the conference, members
of President McKinleys cabinet and
quite a number of ministers and other
representatives of foreign countries.
Mayor Warwick extended a cordial well
come to the delegates and to the dis
tinguished officials of this and other
countries who honored the occasion
with their r. rsence. He closed by in
PRODUCING ident Mckinley, who,
when he STEP forward on the plat
form, was give tre lnendous ovation.
When quiet had been r stored the presi-
dent said:
Presidents Address.
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 a deep conviction in the minds
Of the people represented that the move
ment here begun will eventually find per-
nlanent gains in their commercial relations
can account for its wide and distinguished
character. The aVoWed object of the Phila-
delphia museums is to aid in the develop
ment of commercial and Industrial pros
perity. No woTthier cause can engage our
energies at this hour. 1t is a most praise
worthy purpOse-the extension of trade, TO
ha oil NV wild fell 0f
employment and easier conditions for the ,
masses Such an effort commands the in7f
slant approval OF all lovers of mankindA
Tor with it is linked the prosperity of the
humblest toiler and Aelfare of every homie
ana tireside.
ON Broad Lines.
THE movement is inaugurated on broad
and progressive lines. Its 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 prepar ID
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. 1t broadens their
ideas, strengthens their confidence, pro-
notes the spirit of friendly cooperation
and rivalry, awakenS commendable ambi-
ton and encourages effort in the utilization
of all the forces and processes of produce
ton.
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 larger trade
protltably conducted the manufacturer
must have the opportunity of becoming
ia Of ha
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 It
follows. then, that recognized central in
stitution, such as this is. of real liability
whose integrity of management cannot be
questioned, with ample means, can be made
of ineStimable advantage, not only to a
generation in a single country but to a
whole continent anu Tor the vast future
Ability and Capital.
Ability as we'll as capital is essential
TO the success OF trade, ana, fortunately
with both OF these the museums are well
equipped. 1t is said that the data which
can here be found ready for quick and ac-
curate reference is obtaina BILE to a degree
not even attempted anywhere else in the
world. Under the circumstances, and even
at this early date, IL is not too much TO say
that movement of this kind is in its pe -
eral scope national-aye, more than that
international-in character, and to predict
laaI lis success, IL wisely conducted. will
surprise even its most enthusiastic friends
and founders. Resting upon business prin-
ciples, looking solely to the welfare of the
country at large, benefiting other nations
as well as our own, the intent aad realiza-
ton of this worlds industrial object les
son is in accord with the best spirit OF the
age and worthy of the good viii and help
fulness of every patriotic American"
Tribute TO Mrs. Mckinley
pretty incident followed the presi-
dents speech AS he concluded, Mavor
Warwick stepped forward and INTRO
duced to the audience the leading
lady of the land, who had, with the presi-
dent. favored Philadelphia with her
presence to-day" Mrs. Mckinley with
a few ladies was seated in private hos
it the side Of the stage, and as the MAYOR
finished the assemblage, recognizing
her arose 70 their feet, the men cheer
ing and the ladies saluting bv waving
their handkerchiefs and clapping Their
hands. Mrs. mckinley, remaining
seated. graciously bowed her acknowl-
edgments Of the unexpected compli-
ment. After few more speeches the
meeting adjourned