The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1897-03-13

ia by the British house of commons in
,se. and upon our Invitation a treaty OF
arbitration between the United States and
Grea Great 1dt TO the senate for its ratifieation
In January last. Since this treaty Is clear
Nv the result of our own Initiative: since
IRE OF our foreign policy throughout our
entire national history-the adjustment of
ANTIQUITIES by judicial methods rather than
world the glorious example OF reason and
peace, not passion and war. controlling the
relations between two OF the greatest ma
lions of the world, an example certain
TO be followed by others, 1 respectfully
urge the early action OF the senate thereon,
not merely as a matter of policy, but as a
duty to mankind. The Importance and
moral influence of the ratification OF such
a treaty can hardly be overestimated in
the cause Of advancing civilization; It
statesmen and people of every country,
and cannot but consider II fortunate that
II was reserved to the United States to
have the leadership in so grand a work,
Extra Session of Congress Called.
1T has been the uniform practice to avoid
as far as possible the converting of congress
in extraordinary session. II Is an example
which, under ordinary circumstances and
in the absence of public necessity, is to
be condemned. But failure to convene
tn representatives of the people in con-
lee. of public duty places the responsible
ity of such neglect upon the executive him.
self. Inc cOnuItlOn Oh the
ms has been indicated. demands the imme-
date consideration OF congress. II alone
has the power to provide revenue for the
congress. Not to convene 1t under such
circums tances / can view in no other sense
than the neglect Of a plain duty. l do
not sympathize with the sentiment that
congress in session is dangerous to our gen.
erol business interests. Its members are
the agents of the people, and their presence
at the seat Oh government IN the execution
as an injury. but benefit. There could be
no better time to put the government upon
now. The people have only recently voted
that this should be done, and nothing Is
more binding upon the agents of their will
II has always seemed to me that the post
ponement Of the meeting OF congress until
more than year after i has been chosen
ton Of the popular will and the country OF
the corresponding benefits.
To Meet March rs.
ut is evident. therefore, that to postpone
action in the presence of so great neces-
sity would be unwise on the part of the
executive because unjust to the interests
of the people. Our action will now be freer
the question of tariff revision was post
poned until the regular session of con-
gress. We are. nearly two years from a
congressional election, and politics cannot
so greatly distract us rs IL such contest
was Immediately pending. We can APP
proach the problem calmly and patriotical-
IL without fearing its effect upon an early
election. our fellow citizens who may dis
agree with us upon the character of this
legislation prefer to have the question set
tied now, even against the preconceived
yiews-and perhaps settled so reasonably
as trust and believe II will be. as TO insure
great permanence-than TO have further
uncertainty menacing the vast and varied
business interests of the United States.
Again whatever action congress may take
will be given a fair opportunity for trial
before the people are called to pass judy
meat upon IL and this consider great
essential to the rightful and lasting set
considerations | shall deem Il my duty
as president TO convene congress in ex.
traordinary session on Monday. the 18th
day OF March, 1897.
conclusion.
In conclusion, congratulate the coun-
try upon the fraternal spirit OF the people
and the manifestations or good will every
where SO apparent: Ine recent election not
obltefation of sectional or geographical
lines, but 10 some extent also the preju-
dices which for years have distracted our
a nation The triumph OF the people. whose
verdict is carried into effect to-day Is not
one party, but of all sections and all the |
peoples. The north and the south no |
longer divide on the old lines, but upon |
principles and policies: and in this fact |
surely every lover of the country can find |
cause for true felicitation. Let us rejoice |
In and cultivate this spirit; y is ennobling |
beloved country. IL will be my constant |
aim TO do nothing, and permit nothing to |
be done. that will arrest or disturb this |
growing sentiment OF unity and coopera-
ton, lis revival OF esteem ano affliation |
which now animates so many thousands I
IN both the old antagonistic sections, but |
shall cheerfully do everything possible to
promote and increase II.
Let me again repeat the words OF the |
oath administered by the chief justice. |
which. in their respective spheres, so far
as applicable. / would have all my coun-
trymen observes: i will faithfully execute
the office OF president of the United States
and will. to the best OF my ability, preserve.
protect and defend the constitution of the
United States; This is the obligation ]
have reverently taken before the Lord
Most High. To keep II will be my single
purpose my constant prayer-and shall
confidently rely upon the forbearance and
assistance OF all the people in the discharge
of my solemn responsibilities"