To its own integers it would offer a lasting settlement of interests which at present conflicted, and a share in a new world-power.

Each of these integers would be absolutely self-governing and independent, being only united for purposes of mutual good.

I did not despair that even Turkey and Greece, recognizing that benefit and safety would ensue without the destruction or even minimizing of individuality, would, sooner or later, come into the Federation.

The matter is already so far advanced that within a month the various rulers of the States involved are to have a secret and informal meeting.
Doubtless some larger plan and further action will be then evolved.

It will be an anxious time for all in this zone--and outside it--till this matter is all settled.