That hour is at hand. Within the last two decades the United States. by a series of fortuitous events. has been placed in a position of control and authority over the Pacific Ocean. Her influence over Asiatic countries is greater than that of any other power in the world. Since the opening of Japan by Perry it has been the policy of our Government to treat the peoples of Asia with tolerance. consideration. and respect. We have refrained from spoliation and the exploitation of their lands. We have today. despite the irritation and friction existing on the Pacific coast arising from the desire of the people of that section of the Republic to exclude Asiatic labor. without question the confidence and the friendship of the rulers and the Governments of the nations of Asia. President Taft is better acquainted with Asiatic conditions and possibilities than perhaps any living American. His long experience in the Philippine Islands. his passing to and fro on his various journeys through China. Japan. Korea. Manchuria. and Siberia has given him knowledge and understanding as to the advantages that can be secured for America by developing the spirit of International comity and good will between the Asiatic lands and our own. For the future industrial success and development of America markets for the products of the shops. mills. farms. forests. factories. and forges of our land are most necessary. Already our tremendous industrial system is turning out more goods than can be consumed at home. and. in order that labor shall continue its employment in the future. it is absolutely necessary that we reach out as quickly as possible and secure our share of the worlds trade.