« News from all parts of the civilized world interested in Zionism have come face to face with the kingdom question. The reform government of Turkey has treated the Jews very favorably and proffered them full privileges in Palestine, reminding them that Turkey is one of the few nations that have not persecuted the Jews. This liberal offer would have been seized with avidity a short time ago, but, with the improvement of prospect, some of the leading Zionists are insisting that Palestine shall be made a Jewish State with a government of its own, but subject to Turkey, after the manner of the Balkan States. Scripturally we have reason to believe that such a concession will not be granted nor attained before 1915—following the close of “the times of the Gentiles.”—Luke 21 :2-1. » — Magazine : The watch tower and herald of Christ’s presence, Zionists on to Canaan, March 1 1910, pages 83-84 [4572] § 1.