The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1897-06-03
CojN AID OF COMMERCE.
THE IRRATIONAL CONFERENCE
EGINs IT'S SESSION.


eibipIOmatists Among Those
PIT at the Opening of the SEES
silresident Mckinley Delivers
a Address.
PIphia, June 2.-The international
conllal conference, which had its in
cepin the Philadelphia Commercial
Mind under the auspices Of which in
srtJthe conference is held, was for
nal Ened this afternoon at the Acad-
er.,tIusic, with an address by Presl-
8eutinley On the spacious stage of
ihe Emy sat the delegates TO the con-
ferelmembers of President McKinley's
cab nd quite a number of ministers
andLer representa- tives of foreign
couil OF the delegates themselves,
aboly were representatives of foreign
conf hal bodies, principally of Mexico
and trial and South America. The
larg hitorium was filled with interest
ed a prs.
In ZION to the foreign delegates to
the erence. there were also repre-
sentds present from industrial and
commal organizations from almost
evefJy of Importance in the United
STATED
Nay warwick extended a cordial well
come the delegates and to the distin-
glshdficials of this and other coun-
. tries \ honored the occasion with their
preseH He closed by introducing
Presid Mckinley, who, when he step
ped ford on the platform, was given
tre1lous ovation. When quiet had
been iored, the President said:
"LaI and Gentlemen: TO have as
semblthe representatives of great COM
mercihnd industrial interests at home
and dad in such large numbers is 50
unprelented as to make this a most
memdle event. Chambers of commerce
and bids of trade, mayors of cities
and 5ernors of states, together with
ofiiciahsitors from fifteen other nations,
unite testifying to the Importance at
tacheb this undertaking.
"Eyt one of our sister republics of
this clinent is here, represented through
its s1al minister and in a number of
instar IS large delegations of prominent
citizeihave made long journeys at great
prsoi sacrifice to participate in this
sknidnt occasion. To all we give a
leartNelcome.
'Nobrdinary object could have pro-
ucedluch an industrial convention. In
erstaA and international interests ana
ourtey have contributed to its success,
1ut ndhing less than deep conviction in
ne mhds of the people represented that
be Indictment here begun will eventually
fleet Permanent gains in their relations
an account for it's wide and distinguished
haracte
The avowed aim of the Philadelphia
luseum is to aid in the development of
ommercial and industrial prosperity. No
Nqthier cause can engage our energies
4uthis hour. 1t is a most praiseworthy
~ IN which the extension of trade to be
fNpwed by wider and better fields of en-
pfment and easier conditions for the
i1ses. Such an effort commands the in
sNt approval of all lovers of mankind
ldwith it is linked the prosperity of the
Lhblest toiler and the welfare of every
hke and fireside.
inc movement is inaugurated on broad
W progressive lines. Its authors and
pnoters believe that the conditions of
lfrnatlonal commerce can be directly
pmoted by systematic study and demon
sfted by scientific methods. The distin-
= fhed body of gentlemen, who have plan
M this organization have grasped great
epomic trusts, and are prepared to pur-
: 7 them to their successful conclusion.
generous support will increase its use
fhess.
pne national industrial under
tdng prepares the way for
a1ther. A great exhibit like this
lsan education and an Inspiration. II
cqcentrates the attention of the citizens.
! broadens their ideas, strengthens their
cq1dence, promotes the spirit of friendly
soperatlon and rivalry, aWakens more
emmendabie ambition and encourages eff
-rts in utilization Of all the forces and
focesses of production.
I The Columbian worlds exposition at
hlcago, was the forerunner of this less
Pneral, but more permanent contribution
the worlds economic advance. Many
the Chicago exhibits here remain intact
nd nave been inteligently supplemented
, such an extent that the management
u the Philadelphia museum make the
roud claim that their exhibition possess
: the most complete and extensive ex-
-olt OF its class now in existence.
Not only has wonderful demonstra-
ION been made of the products and adj
ancement of our country, but those of
II the American republics, and a spirit
1 friendly and mutually advantageous
lterchanges and cooperation has been ex-
mplified, which is in itself an inspiring
clip, not only to trade and commerce, but
D international comfy and good will
The producer and consumer of both
ontihents are here brought together in
lose touch and are taught to work to-
ether for the common veal. In order
hat new markets may be opened and a
'rger trade probably conducted, the
manufacturer must have the opportunity
becoming familiar with the character of
he goods desired by the consumer And
D. too, the consumer should have the op-
ortunity TO examine the goods which the
lanufacturer is anxious to dispose of to
i'm.
1t follows, then, that recognized CEN
raj Institution, such as this, is of real
ability. whose integrity Of management
tnnot be questioned, with ample means
an be made Of inestimable advantage, not
MY to generation in a single country,
ut TO whole continent and for the vast
iture. Ability as we'll as capital is es-
entail to the success Of trade and for
lnately with both Of these the museum
well equipped Il is said that the data
hlch can be here found ready for quick
pa accurate reference is obtanable 70 a
esree not even attempted anywhere else
the world Under the circumstances
no even at this early date II is not too
luch TO say that movement OF this kind
IN It's general Scope nationai-aye, more
ltn mat, International In character, and
predict that its success n Wisely con.
ucted, VIII surprise even It's most en-
lusidstic friends and founders. Rest
's upon business principles. looking sole
10 the welfare Of the country az large.
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