Jane Addams to Women's Peace Union, November 14, 1926

Nov. 14.

Officers of the Woman's Peace Union:

Dear Friends:

The Commander of the Illinois Division of the American Legion who made the attack, [made me] say very absurd things about stripping the uniform from West Point cadets, in a speech he had heard me make against compulsory military training in the colleges. In reply to the reporter's question I said that I had stuck to my subject and had not mentioned soldiers. This must be the foundation of the report. It seems to me however so desirable to drop the whole matter that I should deprecate prolonging the publicity which has been much exaggerated on both sides.

Thanking you for your kind telegram and with cordial greetings to Mrs. Villard, I remain

Faithfully yours

Jane Addams. [signed]