Addams argues that international peace is not a failed idea, and even though World War I is in the early stages of fighting it is not too late to stop war from continuing.
Addams argues that international peace is not a failed idea, and even though World War One is in the early stages of fighting it is not to late to stop war from continuing. Bryan also claims that peace is possible with mediation.
Ely discusses the possibility of publishing one of Addams' books and thanks her for visiting one of his aunts in Turkey, which is now the scene of fighting.
Zevin writes Addams soliciting a brief statement regarding the disenfranchisement Jewish people are facing in Europe and the United States during World War I.
Royden writes Addams expressing her interest in the Woman's Peace Party and the conference held in Washington, D.C. She informs Addams of the upcoming meeting of the National Union, who will be discussing resolutions about war and peace.
Thomas is not pleased by the Emergency Call of the Federation of Peace Workers, thinking that some of the proposals are controversial and will divide women. This letter may not have been sent.
Balch is deeply concerned that the peace movement might be caught flat-footed if the Germans sink an American ship or some other unexpected circumstance generates public outcry for war.
Baird discusses the status of the various peace movements and the World War. He goes on to suggests the movements need to be globally unified and focus on the present rather than the future, and that the war is the results of oppressive economic systems.
