More than an end to war, we want an end to the beginning of all wars - yes, an end to this brutal, inhuman and thoroughly impractical method of settling the differences between governments.

The lessons of history, confirmed by the evidence immediately before me, show conclusively that continued dependence upon relief induces a spiritual disintegration fundamentally destructive to the national fiber. To dole out relief in this way is to administer a narcotic, a subtle destroyer of the human spirit. It is inimical to the dictates of a sound policy. It is in violation of the traditions of America.

Peace, like war, can succeed only where there is a will to enforce it, and where there is available power to enforce it.

Do the best you can do and wait the results in peace.

The truth is found when men are free to pursue it.

On the European Front the most important development of the past year has been the crushing offensive of the Great Armies of Russia.

Peace, like charity, begins at home.