spears on floor. Crashing chords accompany from the piano, or a roll of drums, if possible.)
Liberty. Aught that man can say thou hast said, bold warrior, and the people heard. All has been set down and cannot be erased. Stand thou back now (waving spear in command) and listen to what our daughter Peace shall say. Summon me Peace, Herald! (Turns to second Herald.)
(Second Herald salutes Liberty and leaves stage left, returning, followed by Peace. Music of Keller's "American Hymn" accompanies her. Peace bows her head to Liberty, who returns her greeting, and is about to take her position on left of Goddess when she catches sight of War, who has started forward as if to greet her. Peace turns from him, shading her face with her hand, and takes her proper stand.)
Liberty (with gentle voice). Knowest thou why thou hast been summoned to this place, sweet daughter?
Peace. I do, fair goddess.
Liberty. And art thou well prepared with arguments in thy defense?
Peace. Peace cannot deal with argument, which ever stirs up strife. A sunset needs no words to prove its beauty.
