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Texans Enter Army In April 1904 Selections By Draft And Enlistment
A state report shows 2626 Texans joined the armed forces in April 1904. Of these, 2225 enlisted and 404 were drafted. Many 18 year olds registered with 197 draft boards as the law required 18th birthday registration. Only 67 men from April were sent for physical mental exams with 35 accepted and 32 rejected. Hartford report notes Frank Manges removed a needle from his leg after 22 years.
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Agstin
Washington
State Director of Selective Service
United States
Army
Hartford
Frank Manges