LAD # 25

Woodrow Wilson's Fourteen Points was delivered to Congress on January 8, 1918. Spokesmen of the Central Powers have indicated they a desire to establish peace towards the Russians. Represents have been present at Brest-Litovsk and the Russians came up with definite principles of peace while the Central Powers came up with an outline that allowed no concessions of land. Russian representatives dismissed this plan. Due to the lack of compassion that Germany and the Central Powers held toward Russia, Russia remains powerless. Although in a grim situation, Russia does not yield its principles and honorable ideals. Therefore, the US must enter the war because of the violations of rights by the Central Powers and a desire for world peace. A program of the world's peace has 14 points to it.

I) Diplomacy must always be in a public view
II) The seas must remain free in times of both peace and war
III) Removal of economic barriers and the establishment of equality of trade conditions for all nations consenting to peace.
IV. National arms should be reduced to the lowest point that still allows domestic safety.
V. An adjustment of colonial claims is to be made
VI. The evacuation of Russia by other countries
VII. Belgium must be evacuated and restored and allowed unlimited sovereignty.
VIII. French Territory should be freed and the invaded portion restored.
IX. The frontiers of Italy should be lined according to nationality.
X. Austria-Hungary should be allowed to pursue autonomous development.
XI. Rumania, Serbia and Montenegro should be evacuated and restored
XII. The Turkish portion of the Ottoman Empire should have a secure sovereignty while the other nations under Turkish rule should be allowed autonomous development.
XIII. An independent Polish state should be established and assured free and secure access to the sea.
XIV. A general association of nations must be formed in order for nations to communicate political issues.

In conclusion, the program asks governments associated against Imperialists to unite in a purpose for peace. Wilson makes clear that the US is not jealous of Germany's greatness and the US does not wish to fight her with arms. In addition, the US does not wish to change any institution of Germany's and all that the US asks of her is to accept a place of equality instead of mastery among the world. The program itself is based on the principle of justice. Without justice, there would be no structure to international justice; the US will act upon no other principle other than justice.

LAD # 24

The Clayton Antitrust Act outlaws any practice which is harmful to consumers such as monopolies and anti-competitive agreements. The act prohibits price discrimination between different purchasers where the effect may lessen competition or create of a monopoly in any line in commerce on account of a monopoly or unjust discrimination. . The Federal Trade Commision may fix and establsih quintiy limites as necessary. The Commision is to order termination unless the discrimination is justified. It is unlawful for anyone to receive or grant anything of value, a discount or compenstation with a sale or purchase except for the services connected with the sale. It is unlawful for payment of anything of value for services or facilties for processing or sale. It is unlawful for anyone to discriminate against another puchaser or purchaser of a commodity. The act prohibits discrimination in rebates, discounts, advertising service charges, underselling in specific locations and in penalties with the purpose to destroy competition. Any violation of this and one will be fined $5000 and imprisoned for about a year. This act does not apply to schools, colleges, universites public libraries, churches, hospitals and charitable institutions. Anyone who is injured while on the job has a right to an attorney and the court must consider many things such as whether or not one can receive interest. Those injured on the job will be protected by the State and government due to the fact that the attorney general of State will be given money. This act does not apply to labor unions and it prohibits any one person to own an entire stock, company, or share assests.

LAD #23

As a result of 1900 census which said that over 2 million children were working in mills, mines fields factories and stores a National Chld Labor Committee hired Lewis Hine to take pictures of the reality of child workers. Karl Marx and Charles Dickens also played a role in the fight against child labor. The first labor bill which was passed in 1916 was called the Keating-Owen bill and used the governments ability regulated child labor. Children under age 14 were not aloud to work and those 16 years old or younger were unable to work in the mines. Hours were limited to only 8 hours a day and the act prohibited working at night. However, the Supreme Court ruled this act unconstitutional because it overstepped the governmental power to regulate interstate commerce. Another bill was later passed in December 1918 yet was found unconstitutional once again in the Supreme Court case Hammer vs. Dagenhart. A Child LAbor Amendment was proposed but then later shot down by states' rights arguments. A law regulating child labor would not be put into effect until the Fair Labor Standards Act which is still in effect today.

LAD #22

President Woodrow Wilson begins his address by stating that there has been a shift in power and both the House of Representatives and Senate are majority of Democrats. He continues to say that although a party may have success, the party only matters if it will be able to change and refresh things for the benefit of the nation. He then addresses the fact that although the US is blessed with an abundance of material wealth and a great system of government , the nation does has it's flaws. The nation has not conserved waste and has used much of the land for industry. Also there has been negative effects due to industry such as the agony that many people have suffered in the mines and factories. Also that the government has forgotten the people and at times can be selfish and used for private purposes. Due to the desire for the nation to be great, the conditions in order to achieve greatness were crude and heartless tactics. Therefore it is the governments duty to correct the evils while maintaining the good. Wilson then mentions the things that ought to be changed such as the tariff which cuts the US from the part of the commerce in the world and also the banking system which is based on the needs of the government. The government should begin to focus on the service of humanities and the health of the nation and its women, men and children. Wilson closes his address and says that the government will restore and not destroy. Justice and ideals will be given back to the people. Wilson promises that the government is dedicated to rectifying the corrupt situation and correct the wrongs that businesses have posed upon the people.