It is exceedingly important that our State.. Department shall have power to investigate trade conditions and that it shall assume the obligation of directing American economic interests after the termination of hostilities. All nations can and should attempt to enlarge other economic and civilizing influences throughout the world.. This will benefit not only Asiatic peoples but it will greatly increase the prosperity of the nations that take advantage of this opportunity. If our State Department does not have sufficient authority at this time. greater statutory authority and direction should be given It. The branch of Government best fitted for this activity should be our State Department.