American Notes of the Week
(By Cable)
[The American Notes which have been appearing in the SPECTATOR for the last few weeks are written by Mr. Ivy Lee, the well-known American publicist, who has agreed to cable us on Wednesdays a weekly page of comment on outstanding affairs in the United States.—En. SPECTATOR.]
GENERAL DAWES AND MR. RAMSAY MACDONALD.
The characteristically energetic beginning of General Dawes' Ambassadorship in London has created great interest throughout the country. The graciousness with which he was received has likewise given widespread satisfaction. The New York Times commends the new method of dealing between Premier MacDonald and General Dawes, calling it " not only open diplomacy but open-air diplomacy." There is an undoubted atmospheric change in the general public attitude toward and interest in Anglo-American relations. Such a change by itself goes a long way toward ensuring im- provement. Nevertheless the State Department very wisely warns the public that conclusive decisions should not be expected too hurriedly. The postponement of Mr. Mac- Donald's visit will simply enhance interest in it when it takes place. Meanwhile the tone of the Government's pro- nouncements in both countries remains of extreme im- portance in continuing to cultivate a sentiment which will support practical measures when proposed.
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