Bismarck daily tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, Dakota [N.D.]) 1881-1916, 1914-03-14
one Year of Wilson

HrS yCuI u WORK as Culef EXECUTIVE OIL tIC llltl III.
Practically every newspaper in the country reviewed
the work accomplished by Mr.. Wilson, giving at the
time, an editorial opinion on the subject. Following
are some of the comments, which seem indicative Of
the various shades Of opinion expressed:
Boston Post: (Republican):-"Mr Wilson, in his
first twelvcmonth in office, has been subject to more
than the ordinary fierce light that beats upon the
presidential chair. He was the embodiment of Il new
regime, and thus the target of the able critics Of
the Republican party. He had aroused some few
petty jealousies in his own party, which still CROP
out now and then. Eut it is not too much to say
that he assumed the presidency with as much of the
public confidence as has been the lot Of any man in
our modern history. In the first place the year has
shown a remarkable record Of promises fulfilled. A
tariff reform bill has been passed and signed, in.
Guiding an income tax law. "A currency reform dill
has been enacted after years of hesitation aud
empty talk. The movement to clarity the Shcr,r'r
act is already under way. Arbitration treaties have
been renewed or newly made with many nations
The Japanese question has been handled diplomats.
cally and without any explosion Of bitterness. The
Panama tolls problem appears to be on the way to
an honorable and satisfactory settlement. There is
left the Mexican situation, which. was 4 legacy to
Ny. Wilson, from the administration of Mr.. Taft. y
st . The first year of President Wilson has heen
one of state;nanlke accomplishments. Fro i: lie
may we'll take heart Of grace and press with vigor
on - a-@. E.. a.
Baltimore American: (Democratic) president
Wilson has been in Office just enc year. 1t has
been a busy one, and with the exception of u few
short weeks, all his time has been spent In Wash
ingtof. He has worked hard and none will denj
that he has accomplished much. i s. s. Mexico
has given President Wilson more trouble than ANY
other cause during his first year i'll the White Alouse.
lie made a grave mistake by adopting a donotains
policy and another grave mistake by raising the Taft
embargo on arms from this country. The situation
has now become acute and drastic action will soon
be demanded. The time for watching and waiting
has passed. 1t is no longer a problem to play with.
This country will soon be involved IN serious COM:
plications with other governments unless the Pres
ident takes hold of the Mexican question with a
firm hand and forces it to a satisfactory solutions"
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (Republican):
1.-THE two great achievements of the administration
have been the passage OF tariff and currency lesls-
lation. 1t is too early to say what the effects of the
currency Legislation will be. The effects Of ~the tarin
legislation have been disappointing. The reduction
in the cost of living predicted by Democratic lead
cs has, not materialized. The reductions maze III
protective duties have had a depressing effect on
industry. Unless there is a radical change in these
conditions, one of the great Democratic measures
vii, nroye a failure, " . S. The administration is
headed toward an era of extrayagagce. that, II not
soon controlled, will seriously emparrass Its enorts
to secure q renewal of power. The same forces 'nal
have operated to encourage huge appropriations for
new experiments have operated to trespass on the
merit system. The Democrats, in their hunger for
place, have clearly violated their platform in this
particular"
The Pittsburgh Gazette Times (Republican):
deeds and the work of his administration, 1t must pc
said that President Wilson has made a wonderful
Impression upon this country by his strong lndlv1du'
rlity. He may have come to the White House as a
tyro, tut he has not been a wealling. He mas oeen
president in fact, and not by name alone. He has
lcen the actual and directing head of his party, and
rot merely its titular head. e He mas a
yLrc sd. working appreciation of the loaves and the
fishes and. is most skillful in consulting Republican
Senators when distribution is made. In fact, with az
his alleged defects of temperament and his so-called
uufa?niliarity with "the game the President Is
adroit, whether in attack, defense or the accomplish
lment Of his purposes. The whole ADMINISTRATOR Ill
other words, is Wilson-thats all" ~a IT,
The "Texas border has made its temperance in
history as the scene Of thrilling adventure.
The possibility of fruit crop failure will now con
tribute the customary element Of suspense.
Every party platform contains a certain amount OF
phraseology that is destined to be pigeon-holed.
After much travel Col. Roosevelt must admit that
for real excitement there Is no place like home.
The "army OF the unemployed respectfully points
out that If its members accept work the army will
forfeit it's title. = .a" .&E.i1
It is evident that Gov. Colquitt Is not disposed to
wait for the arrival of the moving picture man before
proceeding to business. Z
As President Wilson's recent message Is studied
il becomes impressive for the things it did not com
m,nicate,' rs well as those IL did. ~
g.. The silence Of Harry Thaw indicates that he has az
last managed to secure good advice from someone
who can persuade him to, act OH 1t.