It is true not all has been accomplished that the earnest advocates would desire, but a start has been made.

I further value this gift as it gave me an opportunity to accept this distinguished honor in a country so devoted to this cause and whose history marks a wonderful chapter in world development.

It is by such means as the prize offered by your Committee that the attention of the world will be focused and that men and women will be inspired to greater efforts in the interest of peace.

There is no short and easy road, no magic cure for those ills which have afflicted mankind from the dawn of history.

If we will maintain our hope and confidence in the genius of our people, they will work out this problem, and their ability and industry will bring us back to normal conditions.

I have often heard it said that the United States is isolated and is not interested in European affairs. I assure you that this is not the case.

I share the opinion of those of broader vision, who see in the signs of the time hope of humanity for peace.