The Chicago branch of the Woman's Peace Party suggests that pacifists work on food conservation, child welfare, better conditions for soldiers, a defense of civil rights and plans for financing the war.
Addams discusses the European relief effort and the role the the United States should play. The speech was given at the 51st Kansas Agricultural Convention in Topeka.
Addams discusses the European relief effort and the role the the United States should play. The speech was given at the 51st Kansas Agricultural Convention in Topeka.
Jane Addams informs President Wilson that the international congress of women urges the the powers of the Peace Congress to follow the steps to ensure peace.
Addams critiques the prioritization of commerce over charity and describes the work of the United States Food Administration. Addams also describes her concern for food insecurity and the importance American farmers have in feeding the world. Addams gave the speech at the National Conference of Social Work on May 18, 1918.
Addams explains her plans for the lecture on food conservation and encloses a copy of what she generally speaks about. She also plans to publish her lecture.
Addams tells Van Winkle that she will donate past expenses incurred in speaking for the Food Administration and will keep better records going forward.
