Woodrow Wilson: “But all these necessities have now been served, and the question is, What is best for the railroads and for the public…”

In recommending to you that Congress take appropriate action with regard to this agreement, certain facts should be brought to your attention.

The price of wheat is a world price; and it is a matter of little moment whether the Canadian wheat goes directly into the markets of the other countries of the world or indirectly through this country.

One does not pay a compliment to the American farmer who attempts to alarm him by dangers from foreign competition.

I herewith call your attention to an agreement with Belgium made by the British and French Premiers and myself.