MacArthur writes Addams to report that he has had Newer Ideals of Peace reviewed for the North American Review, and he asks her to review William I. Thomas' Sex and Society.
Addams agrees on a January 16 publication date for Newer Ideals of Peace and explains that she hoped to sway opinion on immigration with the book copies.
Addams indicates that she needs copies of Newer Ideals of Peace for distribution to politicians, and thus would like a few sent even if the rest do not come out until January.
Brett notes that Newer Ideals of Peace can be published as early as December 20, but that they think it should be held to January; he encloses her advance check.
Addams notes that she expects a $200 advance on Newer Ideals of Peace but would prefer to receive it upon publication of the book, when all editing is completed.
Macmillan indicates that their copy of the contract for Newer Ideals for Peace stipulates that payment will be made on publication of the manuscript, not submission, and that they are ready to publish it whenever Addams is ready.