But when the people of the West have attained full growth. developed all their resources. extended and expanded their industries. what is to become of our surplus productions? Where will our purchasers be? To whom shall we sell them? In the past we have depended almost wholly upon England and her colonies for our markets. Should their demands continue. which is improbable. our productions are far exceeding their needs. Somewhere we must obtain new markets. somewhere new outlets for our productions. The only remaining field is in Asiatic countries. There are over 500.000.000 people who are just awakening from the lethargy of ages. They are just beginning to feel their wants. realize their powers.