Norwich bulletin., 1920-12-01

, gratitude for the courtesy shown him Dy the hundreds of American visitors who are in Mexico City for his inauguration.
 Tt indicates a better feeling between the two countries, which will continue te grow" he said. Petroleum regulations, the labor situa' tion, radicalism and his proposed legisla- tive projects were discussed.
 "The great problem face as the next Mexican executive is that of general re- construction" he declared. T have re- fected my attitude toward various prob lens in series of projects which have already submitted to congress for con- sideration. Of first interest to Ameri- cans, of course, is the oil problem, and in this connection I might say that Arti- cles XIV and XXVII will net be abro- gated But I am sure that within a short time a commission will be appoint ed to regulate the application of these articles,
 T do not intend to make any recom- mendattons to congress regarding petro- leufn matters beyond urging that the commission be established and that all parties concerned be given fair and just treatment. I feel certain that this prob- lem ultimately will be settled to the en- tire satisfaction of all concerned"
 
 nificant results accomplished by the new Mexican government which retires to- night, General Obregon answered that undoubtedly its greatest work was the pacification of the republic, which he added "is sequence to the revolution ary movement of last summer"
 The institution of economical methods in public administration, which has re- suited in the equalization of the national budget and an approach of financial sta- bility, was cited by the president-elect as another significant result
 "One of Mexico's greatest problems at present is that of labor" said General Obregon. q am positive that radicalism here is not so widespread that it con- stitutes a menace to the peace of MeB.- CO., However, do recognize that the workers have a right to fight for the betterment of their conditions, and my government will lend all possible aid to secure such betterfient, if the workers act within the law and order"
 The president-eIect recently submitted to congress a law which contemplates a system of pensions and insurance poli- cies for employees who have grown old in service or who have become disabled as a result of their work Certain wage in- creases- are also prcSBsed by the law.
 Discussing another project recently submitted to congress, in which he wishes to increase the, responsibi ilities of the president and his aides, General Ob- regon declared that the constitution of 1917 delivered toe much power to the chief executive without providing sutfi- cient responsibilities, and that it was the exercise of these almost tyrannical pow CTS by Carranza that led to the revo- mtion against him. The proposed law would make the president subject to triaI If he in any way restrained the liberties of voters or attempted to prejudice cleo tions, either federal or state; if he ex- erted pressure upon congress or the su- preme court to influence their actions if he attacked the sovereignty of any ! state; if he were a party to the formal administration of public funds or con cluded treaties with foreign powers with out the consent of congress.
 The various members of the cabinet would be equally liable for not opposing the chief executive in such illegalities. T take the oath of office tonight with the profound feeling that l have an i'm mense task before me- concluded the president-elect, T shall strive to ad- minister my office with due regard -tc justice for all abiding by the law and the constitution. With the cooperation of the country at large I hope to see unbroken peace and the prosperity of mI country" f