The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1897-06-09
MEN OF TRADE.
Assemble in Philadelphia to Dis
cuss Commercial Matters.
Address OF President Mckinley For
maIIy Opening the international
Commercial Congress-His ~
Talk mt a banquet.

Talk at a Banquet.
Philadelphia. June 3.-The sSpterna-
tional commercial conference (which
had it's inception in the Phila-
delphia commercial museum, under
the auspices of which institution
the conference is held, was for
mally opened Wednesday afternoon
ut 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 McKinley's 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 aeasion
with their presence. He close by in
PRODUCING President Mckinley who,
when he stepped forward on the plat
form, was given tremendous ovation.
When quiet had been restored 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 tho people represented that the move
nent here begun will eventually ind per-
nanent gains In their commercial relations
can account for It's wide and distinguished
character. The avowed object or the Phila-
delphia museums Is to aid In the develop
ment Of commercial and industrial pros
perity No worthier cause can engage our
energies at this hour. IL Is most praise
worthy purpose-the extension OF trade. 10
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 1t is linked the prosperity OF the
humblest toiler and welfare Of every home
and tireside.
On broad Lines.
1.-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 prepared
TO pursue them to their successful conclu-
sion. Its generous support will increase its
usefulness. One national Industrial under
taking prepares the way for another. A
-
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-
tion and encourages effort in the utilization
of all the forces and processes Of produc-
ton.
THE producer and consumer Of both con-
tinents are here brought together in close
touch and are taught to work together
haf nau
markets may be opened and larger trade
pro1tably 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 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 a
generation In a single country, but to a
whole continent and for the vast future.
Ability and Capital.
ABILITY as well as capital is essential
10 the success of trade, and, fortunately,
with both Of these the museums are we'll
equipped. 1t is said that the data which
can here be found ready for quick and ac-
curate reference is obtainable to a degree
not even attempted anywhere else in the
world. Under the circumstances, and even
at this early date. II is not too much to say
that a movement Of this kind is in its gem
eral scope national-aye, more than that,
international-in character and to predict
that its 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 and realiza-
ton Of this worlds Industrial object les
son is In accord with the best spirit OF the
age and worthy of the good will and help
fulness OF every patriotic American"
Tribute to Mrs. Mckinley.
A pretty incident followed the presi-
dents speech. AS he concluded. Mayor
Warwick stepped forward and intro
duced TO the audience 1.-The leading
lady of the land, who had, with the presi-
dent. favored Philadelphia with her
presence to-day" Mrs. Mckinley with
few ladies was seated in private box
ut the side of the stage. and as the mayor
finished the assemblage, recognizing
her. arose to their feet, the men cheer
ing and the ladies saluting by waving
their handkerchiefs and clapping their
hands. Mrs. Mckinley, remaining
seated, graciously bowed her acknowl-
edgments of the unexpected compli-
ment. After n few more speeches the
meeting adjourned.