Karsten sends Matthews some literature regarding military preparedness and refers him to other sources of information which she believes would benefit him.
Lester outlines his public service plan to Addams, which includes setting up public service leagues in every voting district that shall discuss the issue of preparedness, among other topics.
Karsten updates Addams on work done in the Woman's Peace Party, including a meeting of the Chicago Woman's Club where a peace resolution was presented.
Denison expresses her opposition to Addams's request to demand a referendum from President Wilson because of the current political climate in the U.S. and the need to build defense against Germany.
Brown testifies on behalf of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom's United States Section for a dramatic reduction in American military spending and and for universal disarmament.