Roosevelt to Congress on trusts and tariff in annual message
The president argues prosperity stems from laws and policies, urges prudent regulation of industrial growth, and calls for a law to curb monopolies and unfair practices. He asserts Congress has power to regulate commerce and may propose constitutional amendments if needed to secure effective action.
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Trusts and federal regulation of interstate commerce
President argues for national action to regulate trusts and corporate power. He stresses public oversight, not hostility to wealth, and warns against overreaching while urging strong measures to curb abuse. The speech defends Congress’s broad power to regulate interstate commerce and prevent harmful combinations.
The Tariff and Regulation of Trusts in Economic Policy
The speaker argues against tariff reductions as a cure for trusts, urging stable protectionist policy and targeted regulation. Emphasizes keeping American business on equal footing with abroad, using reciprocity and a tariff commission to adjust schedules without harming domestic competitors or wages. Suggests removing the anthracite coal tariff to simple price effects.
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The Labor Problem and Federation in Modern Industry
A broad editorial argues for fair treatment of labor and capital, urging harmony over class hostility. It emphasizes federation as a tool for both sides, warns against tribal mistrust, and supports a new cabinet secretary of commerce with strong interstate powers to oversee corporations and labor relations.
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Senate
Congress
Needed Financial Legislation for Elastic Currency
The speaker argues for elastic monetary policy with bank-led circulation to meet varied seasonal needs and support commerce. Proposes future legislation to encourage automatic, adequate supply for productive industry and trade, with interchangeable money and convertible value to the established gold standard.
Cuban Reciprocity and Arbitration for Peace
The author urges a senate submission of a Cuba reciprocity treaty to integrate Cuba into the U S economic system and maintain dominance in the region. He argues the Platt amendment mandates closer ties and warns against shrinking from aiding a young ally. The piece also favors arbitration over war and notes The Hague tribunal as a hopeful step for global welfare.
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United States and Mexico First to Use Hague Court
The passage praises using The Hague court for international claims and notes the United States and Mexico were pioneers with a successful last summer judgment. It urges Congress to favorably consider the Hawaiian fire claims examined in the prior session.
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Panama Canal and Pacific Cable Plans in Early 1900s
The text argues for immediate Isthmian canal construction at Panama, asserting broad benefits for the United States and Latin America and urging stable governance in tropical nations. It also reviews Pacific cable plans, government conditions on landings, and a forthcoming all American link via Honolulu to China, plus calls for a unified military staffing and National Guard reforms.
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Peace and civil government in the Philippine Islands proclaimed
On July 4 in the Philippines the one hundred twenty sixth anniversary of independence, peace and amnesty were proclaimed. Civil government is introduced, rights expanded, and self government extended beyond other Orientals, with limited speed urged to avoid calamity. Troop numbers and conduct praised, while some misdeeds noted and punished.
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Needs of the Navy and national policy from Roosevelt
President Roosevelt urges stronger navy growth to match the era, stressing better gunnery, more ships, and higher manning levels. He calls for extensive funding for training, incentives for crews and officers, Naval Academy expansion, and Alaska and irrigation legislation, warning that without a capable navy the canal and Monroe Doctrine are at risk. He also highlights rural delivery growth, western land and irrigation policy, and reform in Washington governance.
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