Woodrow Wilson: “May we have vision to discern our duties; the strength, both of hand and resolve, to discharge them; and the soundness…”

Very little reflection would lead any one to conclude that the measure would not furnish in any substantial degree the relief sought by the producers of most of the staple commodities which it covers.

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.

The imports of wheat have come mainly from Canada and Argentina and have not competed with the domestic crop.

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