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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1900
Page
1
President McKinley outlines the Fifty-sixth Congress agenda and reviews China troubles and an international response. He notes U S actions in the Philippines and emphasizes opening China to equal commerce while seeking indemnity settlement and guarantees for foreign rights.
The Nicaragua government refuses to reopen the Maritime Canal contract, voids Eyre-Cramm option for non payment, and seeks possible negotiation with the United States. Overtures for a convention on canal building under US auspices are under consideration as Congress weighs river ship canal options. The Portugal dispute over the Delagoa Bay railway ends with a Berne arbitration award paid to the US and Britain.
The United States reviews its peaceful approach to China, urging reforms for imperial stability and equal trade. It notes circular proposals to powers in 1899, praises unified responses, and reports withdrawal of the Pekin marine guard as questions are moved to diplomacy.
In early spring a rising anti foreign movement gains strength under Prince Tuan. Boxers organize armies linking Pekin to the coast and threaten foreigners as attacks and property destruction rise across northern China. The tsung-li-yamen fails to counter and powers consider a combined naval demonstration in Chinese waters.
The United States reports progress toward a general treaty of friendship with Spain to replace the old pact. A supplementary treaty aims to remove disputes over Philippine islands west of the Sulus and Spain’s claim, with Spain ceding all related islands and the U S paying Spain $100,000 as consideration.
Commercial relations records show special agreements proclaimed under section three with Portugal Italy and Germany. General section four conventions completed with Nicaragua Venezuela Dominican Republic and Belize.
The government aims to communicate policy early to the Senate and notes ongoing negotiations with other governments to improve and secure commercial relations. It endorses reciprocity based on international equity and urges Congress to give it full effect while seeking amicable relations with all nations despite rivalries and occasional hostile demands. If such demands prevail, the administration will advise Congress on necessary legislation.
The fiscal year ending June 1900 shows a surplus of 79,527,060.18 with total receipts from all sources at 567,240,851.89 and expenditures at 487,713,791.71 excluding postal admin. Customs receipts rose to 233,164,871.16 and internal revenue to 295,327,926.76. Miscellaneous sources brought in 38,748,053.97. War expenditures dropped sharply to 134,774,767.78 and navy spending declined to 55,953,077.72. Indians and civil expenses also fell, signaling overall budget relief and calls for parity between silver and gold.
The 1900 banking act expands national banks to small towns with capital above 2000 and 3000 inhabitants, boosting branch access, especially in Texas Oklahoma and western regions. National note circulation rises by 77.9 million as banks issue par-backed currency. Foreign trade hits new highs with imports and exports totaling over 2 billion. exports reach 1.294 billion. Congress urged to cut internal revenue taxes by 30 million to cover war costs, including preserving legacy bequests for public uses.
The author urges Congress to back policy aiding the merchant marine to expand commerce and markets, grow sea carrying capacity for agricultural and manufactured goods, and increase navy strength for more work and wages, citing 1809 opinions and Treasury recommendations for revenue service legislation.
In his annual message the President urges early federal restraint on harmful combinations and seeks uniform state laws to form a broader code. He reviews Philippine governance, notes progress against insurgents, and outlines the March appointment of a civil commission led by Taft to extend local administration.
The message describes General MacArthur issuing a June 21, 1900 amnesty proclamation in the Philippines. It highlights the Philippine Commission’s work since Aug 21, 1900, noting restored order, rising sugar cultivation, strong customs revenues, a $6,000,000 surplus, civil service reform, railroad growth, and an education plan. It urges Congress to legislate generously for liberty, good government, and self sufficiency for Filipinos. It emphasizes moral and material responsibility toward the freed population.
The piece argues that American vessels should carry a larger share of exports and imports, with foreign ships handling less. It highlights strong steel industries and shipbuilding, navy spending, and aims to place the United States among leading commercial maritime powers. Immediate congressional action is urged.
The text reviews civil governance in Porto Rico and Cuba, calls for land surveys of former Spanish crown lands, and advocates a U S cable link to Hawaii and Manila. It notes the 1900 Porto Rico election, executive recommendations on land disposition, and the need for a telegraph cable network to connect the United States, Hawaii, Manila, and Asia for strategic and economic benefits.
The text details current army strength of 100000 with 65000 regulars and 35000 volunteers. It cites June 20 discharges, expected reductions to 2447 officers and 29085 enlisted, and argues for a flexible force up to 100000 with native troops in the Philippines. It notes coast defense financing, thirty plus posts, and ongoing needs in Cuba, Porto Rico, and the Philippines.
The postal service expansion signals rising national commerce with rural free delivery growing rapidly. By November 1900 routes rose from 891 to 2,614 across 44 states, serving 1.8 million rural residents and aiming for about 4,000 routes serving 3.5 million people. The policy lowers farm isolation, improves roads, boosts information flow, and should reduce net costs as revenues rise.
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