New Army Bill Aims For 50 000 Men With Flexible Units
Washington reports a draft army bill approved by the president and leaders. It establishes a permanent force of 50 000, expandable to 140 per company by presidential discretion, with about 4000 more officers than currently. It also allows recruiting up to 15 000 native troops in the Philippines, organized with American officers, and retains a 5000 strong permanent force for coastal defense and other duties.
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President Seeks Pekin Agreement Text for Review
The State Department cables Minister Conger to send the Pekin ministers' agreement text. He will withhold signature until the president can adjust it to U S policy, likely delaying its immediate effectiveness. Germany and France reportedly assent to the joint note, with Pekin ministers authorized to sign on behalf of Germany, the United States, Great Britain, Austro-Hungary, Belgium and Italy.
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Kentucky's mission to Smyrna described by Turkish minister
Ali Ferrough Bey, Turkish minister in Washington, said the Kentucky battleship’s visit to Smyrna posed no menace or impact on U S Turkish relations after meeting Secretary Hay. State and navy departments echoed the neutral assessment and talks with Griscom on missionary claims progress toward a settlement. Woman cuts throat in Atlanta before planned trip with children.
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Atlanta
B. Edwards
Census of Texas shows big population rise despite some losses
Washington reports Texas total population at 8,048,710, up 812,187 from 1890. Harris and Dallas counties lead gains with more than 15,000 to 26,537 increases. Encinal Buchel and Foley counties omitted by error. Other states listed show varying growth, including North Carolina and Utah.
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Encinal County
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Arkansas New Capitol Cornerstone Ceremony At Little Rock
The cornerstone of Arkansas new million dollar state capitol was laid in Little Rock with a large crowd. Masonic officials presided and speakers included Governor Dan W. Jones ex Senator John D. Kimball and Bishop C B Galloway. The ceremony featured a civic and military parade and participation from many state commercial groups and Fort Logan troops.
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