Keppel reports on the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace's decisions not to fund most of the peace requests received, noting that the preparedness frenzy has made them cautious.
Taylor expresses thanks to Addams for her letter, and asks for any additional advice regarding an upcoming debate on a proposed increase in naval power.
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.