In all countries where there are Rotary clubs, there are distinct channels of thought which must not be overlooked by Rotarian leaders. It is not a question of what men ought to be thinking about; it is a question of what men are thinking about. If the possibilities of future wars constitute ninety per cent of the thinking of men of Rotarian caliber, then manifestly Rotary’s opportunity lies in serving the sixth object in some suitable manner.

It is a case of devoting Rotary to the form of service required, or else resigning ourselves to being very small and inconsequential factors. Rotary can keep in the tide without drifting in it.

The perspective from this conference is found in his journal.