The conclusions of the Conference must be such as to give a sense of security and satisfaction to each of the nations.

There is good will toward the Conference on the part of every nation.

The difficulties of finding a basis that will be acceptable to five different nations are great, but they are not insuperable.

“I am in hopes that the people of this country will show patience and give encouragement and keep free from criticism.

I am sure the whole Nation bids Godspeed to the American delegation that leaves tomorrow for the London Naval Arms Conference.

“The conclusions of the Conference must be such as to give a sense of security and satisfaction to each of the nations.

The importance and the gravity of the occasion have been recognized in the dispatch to London of the leading men of every country.

To complete the Conference in 3 or 4 months would be, in itself, a great accomplishment, and we should not expect any hurried conclusions.

We go to London in a fine atmosphere of international good will, and it is the duty of our country to preserve that atmosphere so far as lies within our power.

“I do not think we need to hope for any immediate results.

“We cannot base anything in the nature of permanent peace on any feeling of insecurity or having taken advantage of or having created a situation of prejudice to any one government.