"In conformity with the principle! that a display of reason rather than a threat of force should be the determining fad: or in the intercourse Jamong nations, we have long advo-leated the peaceful settlement of disputes by methods of arbitration jand have negotiated marly. troolies to secure thay result, The same considerations should lead to our adherence to the Permanent Court fof International Justice. Where great principles are involved, where great movementa are under way which promise much for the welfare Jof humanity by reason of the very' fact that many other nations have given stich movements their actual support, we ought not to withhold our awn sanction because of any small and inessential difference, but only upon the ground of the most importark: and compelling fundamental reason. We can not barter away our independence or sovereignty, but we ought to engage refinements of logic, no sophiotries, and no subterfuges, to argue away the undoubted duly of thie country by reason of the might of its numbers, the power of its resources, and its position of leadership in the world, actively and com-Jprehensively to signify its approval and to hear its full share of the responsibility of a candid and disinterested attempt at the establishment of a tribunal for the ad stration of even-handed justice' between nation and nation. The weight of our enormous influenc® must be cast upon the side of a reign not of force but of law ani tial, not by battle but by reason, "We have never any" wish to) interfere inthe political conditions of any other countries. Especially fare we determined not to become implicated in the political controvert sies of the Old World. With a great deal of hesitation, we have: responded to appeals for help to maintain order, protect life and property, and establish responsible government in some of the small countries of the Western Her sphere. Our private citizens have advanced large sums of money to) assist in the necessary financing and relief of the Old World. We have not failed, nor shall we fail to respond, whenever necessary mitigate human suffering and assist in the rehabilitation of distress! nations. These, too, are requirements which muse be met by reason of our vase powers and the place hold in the world. mankind has long been seeking for a formula for permanent peace.
idoubtely the clarification of the principles of international law would be helpful, and the efforts of] scholars lo prepare such a work for adoption by the various nations should have our sympathy and support. Much may be hoped for from the earnest studies of those who advocate the outlawing aggressive war. But all these plans and preparations, these treaties and. covenants, will not of themselves be adequate." One of the - greatest dangers to peace lies in the economi> pressure to which people find themselves subjected. One of the most practical things to be done in the world is to seek arrangements under which such pressure may be removed, 9 that opportunity may be renewed and hope may be revived. There must be some assurance that Jeffort and endeavour will be followed bby success and prosperity. In the making and financing of such adjustments there la not only an opportunity, but a real duty, for America to respond with her counsel and her resources. Conditions must be provided under which people ca: make a living and work out their difficulties. But there is another element, more important than all, without which there can not be the slightest hope of a permanent porce. That: element lies in the heart of humanity. Unless the desire for peace be cherished there, unless this: fundamental and only natural source of brotherly love be cultivated to its hhighes, degree, all artificial efforts will be in vain. Peace will come when there is realization that only under a reign of law, based on righteousness and: supported by the religious conviction of the brother-
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