Woodrow Wilson: “This order shall take effect from this date”

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.

We have been vigorously building up a great merchant marine and providing for improvement of marketing in foreign countries by the passage of an export trade law.

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