Mr. Balfour's safe return to England in good health and
the best of spirits is a matter for national satisfaction. He spoke of his magnikent reception in the United States, and by general consent he fully earned it. No one could have acted as head of such a Mission with greater authority, or sympathy, and it is good to know that this is fully recognized by our Allies. In this context we may note that the nature of Lord North- cliffe's functions was defined by Mr. Boner Law in the House on. Monday. In order to co-operate fully with• the Govern- ment of the United States in the conduct of the war, Missions representing a number of Government Departments had been.for some time in America. As it was necessary to have some one at the head of these Missions to combine and co-ordinate their activities, Lord Northcliffe-had undei taken to do this work. Mr. Beater Law added that it was not in any way diplomatic.
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