Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1923-12-13
COOLIDGE OUTLINES
HIS POLICIES TO
THE LAWMAKERS
PRESIDENT SAYS IT is HIS DUTY
TO FOLLOW PRINCIPLES OF
HARDING.
SEEKS THE CREATION OF
WORLD COURT OF JUSTICE
Would Resume Diplomatic Relations
With Russia Under Certain CondI-
tions-opposed to Further Railroad
Observation-Disclosures Plans for Re-
lief Of the Farmer.

Observation-Disclosures Plans for Re-
lief Of the Farmer.
Washington.-Presi Coolidge, In
his first address to the congress, said.
In part:
Since the close of the last congress
the nation has lost President Harding
The world knew his kindness and his
aotsr. He has left his marx upon his
tory. He has made Justice more cer-
tain and peace more secure. The sur
mas a Daa e h MS
rest at last at home revealed the place
he held in the hearts of the American
people. But this is not the occasion
his work. In this presence. among
those who knew and loved him. that
is unnecessary. But we who were as
together the functions of our office
without pausing for a moment and In
his memory reconsecrating ourselves
gone. We remain. II is our duty. UNI
der the Inspiration of his example, to
take up the burdens which he was per-
support the wise principles of govern
ment which he represented
Foreign Affairs.
For us peace reigns everywhere. We
desire to perpetuate 1t always by
granting full justice to others and re-
selves.
Our country has one cardinal prin-
oiple to maintain in Its foreign policy.
1t is an American principle. 1t must be
an American policy. We attend to our
own AFFAIRS. conserve our own strength,
and protect the interests Of our own
our obligations to help others, reserv-
ing to the decision of our own judg-
ment the time. the place, and the meth
cd. We realize the common bond Of
law of service.
Our country has definitely refused
to adopt and ratify the covenant Of the
warranted in assuming the responsible
ties which it's members have assumed.
am not proposing any change In this
policy; neither is the senate The incl
/ dent. so far as we are concerned, Is
closed.
World Court.
Our foreign policy has always been
guided by two principles. The one is
the avoidance of permanent political
alliances which would sacrifice our
proper independence. The other is the
peaceful settlement of controversies
treaty we have advocated arbitration.
member Of The Hague tribunal. and
permanent World Court Of Justice. /
am in full accord with both Of these
policies. I favor the establishment OF
whole world. That is, and has long
been. an American policy.
Russia.
Our diplomatic relations, lately SO
largely interrupted, are now being re-
sumed. but Russia presents notable diff
fculties. We have every desire to see
that great people, who are our tradi-
tional friends. restored TO. their POSI-
We have relieved their pitiable destitu-
ton with an enormous charity. Our
government offers no objection to the
carrying on Of commerce by our citi-
gems with the people OF Russia. Our
government does not propose, however,
to enter into relations with another
regime which refuses to recognize the
sanctity OF International obligations l
do not propose to barter away for the
privilege of trade any of the cherished
rights OF humanity. ] do not propose
principles. These rights and principles
must go wherever the sanctions of our
| government go. But while the favor
| OF America is not for sale, am will
| ing to make very large concessions for
| the purpose of rescuing the people of
Russia Already encouraging evidences
| of returning to the ancient ways of
society can be detected. But more are
| needed.
Debts.
| The current debt and interest due from
foreign governments. exclusive OF the
British debt of $4,000 00O, 900, is about ST.
/ 1000 900. do not favor the cancellation
| Of this debt, but l see no objection to
adjusting In accordance with the prin-
! ciple adopted for the British debt. Our
country would not wish to assume the
| role of an oppressive creditor, but would
maintain the principle that financial OBJ
| legations between nations are likewise
| faith and honor require should be dis
/ charged
Fiscal Condition.
! Our main problems are domestic prob
lens: Financial stability is the first
requisite Of sound government. We can
| not escape the effect OF world conditions.
| We cannot avoid the inevitable results
| OF the economic disorders which have
minish their harm to US in proportion as
! we continue to restore our government
finances to q secure and endurable posi-
| ton. This we can and must do. Upon
that nrm foundation rests the only hope
| of progress and prosperity. From that
| source must come relief for the people
| This being accomplished by drastic
but orderly retrenchment, which is bring.
| Ing our expenses within our means. The
| origin Of this has been the determine ton
Of the American people. the main sup
authority, and the effective method has
been the budget system. The result has
involved real sacrifcs By department,
congress. 1t represents your will. II
must be maintained, and ought to be
| strengthened by the example of your OBJ
! servance. Without q budget system
there can be no fixed responsibility and
no constructive scientific economy.
Tariff Law.
The present tariff law has accomplished
| its two main objects. 1t has secured ar
| abundant revenue and been productive
| Of an Astounding prosperity. Under II
| the country has had very large ex.
! port and import trade. A constant re-
vision OF the tariff by the congress il
| disturbing and harmful. The present law
| contains an elastic provision authorizing
the President to increase or decrease pres