Italy, though needing food, is not starving, nor is she depressed. She
has recovered from the shock of 1917, and there is no disaffection
among her people. All are united. Socialists cannot overturn the
conditions of the nation. As for their military stamina--Austrians can
testify to the fact that the Italian army is a foe worthy to engage
itself at any time, against any hostile power.
[Illustration: LACE MAKERS HOLD TO THEIR TRADE