New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1905-05-12

THE RAILWAY CONGRESS. |
Greeting from the Kaiser-German
Ambassador Praises 4mericd.

Washington. May 1.-THE international railway
! congress to-day unanimously adopted resolutions
expressing sympathy for the injured, the families
of the dead the railroad company and the EN-
plcyes involved the accident at Harrisburg early
this morning. The resolutions were offered by Sir
George Armitage, Of England, and adopted by the
congress by a rising vote.
At the general session Of the congress to-day con-
illusions adopted without discussion on the
following topics: Wooden seepers or crossties, i'm
proved rail crossings locomotives of great power
pooling locomotives lighting, heating and venti-
lation of trains automatic block system, baggage
and express parcels suburban traffic. slow freight
rates, and regulation OF work influence Of
light railways main lines. and the direct fnan-
cial cooperation by the State and by localities in
in the development of light railways There
eight topics yet 10 be disposed of.
The American Railway Association the host
at dinner a the New Willard tonight, at which
more than three hundred OF the delegates
guests Speeches made by Sir George Ar
mitage, Baron Speck Sternburg the German
Ambassador Postmaster General CorteyOu and
J. n. Baldwin.
Emperor William the following message:
HaPsburg-I send my greetings to the Interna
tonal Railroad Congress. in which for the first
time German delegates participating. May the
personal exchange Of ideas among the most promi-
nent railroad men of the world. assembled in Wash
lngton be Of lasting benefit TO international trafilc
effective way of fostering mutual understanding
and the peaceful bringing together Of NATIONS
The following dispatch Berlin in re
ply to Emperor Williams message
The International Railway Congress thanks his
imperial majesty. the Kaiser, tor his courteous
message. and wishes him long life and happiness.
The German Ambassador paid a tribute to the
United States for bringing the nations Of the world
closer together He said
It has been frequently emphasized by the leaders
of the nations that the chief thing the world needs
is to have It's peoples know each other The great
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together and how successfully to interpret their
national characteristics. The whole relations of
nations mus be based on mutual confidence, in the
same name: as that OF individuals This conf
dehce IS a rare ana most precious possession. This
year stands out in history. because in previous
together.
Discussing government ownership of railroads he
said:
IT., The e question Of public ownership OF public qti
ties is one which now stands in the foreground. l
have 10 doubt the experience of Germany in ma
Your attention We do n" mas ba yo
follow our example. We simply say will be glad
opening our doors TO your inspection.
faIitidp Constructed her roads 10 provide better
existed since the Dark Ages. American roads on
tn@ cf8nuary were mostly built TO create traffic.
sentative railway policies of Europe. on the other
hand, the older nations are discovering that they
must adopt many Of the American appliances and
systems in countries like China, for example.
of China, the Ambassador said:
The railroads. their managers and officials are
the real bearers of civilization. They have |
just united men who represent the highest intellect
of their respective countries. / am the work
they have accomplished here will increase interna
uonal welfare and prosperity, stimulate industry !
and spread the gospel so tersely summarized by the
President OF The United States in the phrase the
square deal"
Postmaster General Cortelyou discussed the rela-
ton of the postal service the problem OF trans
portation said the relations between the gov
eminent and the railroad companies carrying the |
mails were both intimate and dependent. The roads |
cooperated in getting the quick mail service which
more important to the people than rapid travel |
The law fixed the maximum rates for carrying the !
mails and left the Postofice Department free to |
The wholesome activity" he added. that springs
from the right sort Of competition is guarantee
Of political peace among the nations OF the world
Mr.. Cortelyou spoke of the benefits 10 be derived |
from the congress both TO Americans and TO the |
foreign delegates. or the America Of to-day he |
said:
You will find il alert and progressive, but you will |
also nnd II generous and ODcnhearted. It desires /
nothing TO which 1t Is not rightfully entitled. In all
ines OF commercial activity il seeks the best meth
DDS and the best appliances 1t will give freely of
transportation and il will gratefully acknowledge |
is Indebtedness to for the suggestions and adj
vice which in this international congress you may
be able to give.