Strength of Cavalry Arm Under Hay Amendment Debate
A 1912 discussion on the U S cavalry shows a much smaller force than rival nations with Russia at 111825 and Germany 76500 sabers while the United States regulars plus organized militia total about 17400. Militias lack cavalry reserves and training. Mexico could field more cavalry than the U S if the Hay amendment passes. Infantry totals are larger, but cavalry is deemed essential. advocates warn against underfunding as demonstrated by the Santiago campaign and Mexican border needs.
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United States
Russia
Germany
France
Austria
Italy
England
Mexico
Japan
House
Senate
Las Fuerzas
Mexican States
War Department
Senator du Pont
Military Committee of
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Warning 15 Given Against Boll Weevil
Washington reports the 1911 boll weevil reduction in the cotton belt aided the large 1911 crop. W D Hunter from the Agriculture Department cites climatic influences and extermination over 23 000 square miles in Northwestern Texas and Western Oklahoma. He warns the pest will rebound when favorable seasons return and urges ongoing control efforts.
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Associated Press
Washington, D.C
W. D. Hunter
Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Entomology
Texas
Oklahoma
Grounds for new treaty with Cuba explained by State Department
The State Department outlined the need for a planned reci procity treaty with Cuba, citing possible sugar tariff revisions by Congress that could affect article VIII of the current convention. It is understood Cuba may relinquish some benefits under the present agreement which allows Cuban sugar and other products entry at a 20 percent reduced rate.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States
Cuba
State Department
Congress
Vinci cod liver and iron tonic claim boosts strength
After grip illness and related exhaustion readers are urged to try Vinci cod liver and iron tonic. Mrs Hattie Elms of Queensbury credits it with restoring strength and appetite after a severe bout of la grippe. The ad promises money back if no benefit from Fischer's Drugs Store location.
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Vinci
Hattie Elms
Queensbury
N. Y
Arizona Becomes Forty-Eighth State Under Taft
President Taft signed the proclamation admitting Arizona to the Union, adding the forty-eighth star to the flag. The event drew a moving picture crew into the White House as state officials and others witnessed the momentous declaration.
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Taft
Associated Press
Washington
Arizona
United States
Moving Picture
White House
New Orleans Men Set Jetties Bill Drafting Panel
New Orleans businessmen named C H Ellis to form an executive committee representing commercial organizations. The panel will draft a bill to be sent to Congress by Congressman Estopinal, using the Endicott board's 1886 favorable report.
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New Orleans
Mississippi
C. H. Ellis
Congress
Estopinal
Endicott Board
Saint Valentine’s Day customs through history and today
The piece traces St. Valentine’s origin in Rome and how customs evolved from martyr commemorations to modern exchanges. It notes England’s medieval observance, Maypole style dances in Germany, and fading French practices, concluding with American trends toward humorous valentine cards over lace and ornate pieces.
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St. Valentine
Rome
San Antonio
England
Germany
France
United States
Malaria Cure Tonic Promoted by Grove's Old Standard
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic advertised to drive out malaria and strengthen the system for children and adults. The ad cites a price of 69 cents and lists A Colimen as contact with a garbled phone line.
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San Antonio
GROVE
Austin Fires Insurance Fight Drives City Meeting
Austin businessmen plan a mass meeting with the city council to push filing a suit against the state insurance commissioners. They seek to force a reduction of fire insurance ratings for the city, which they say rose about sixty percent to cover losses in other Texas cities.
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Associated Press
Austin
Tex
City Council of
Texas
New Russian Treaty Talks Begin in Washington
Negotiations will start soon to replace the 1832 treaty with Russia as its operation expires at year end. Officials aim to craft a new framework for regulation of commerce and maritime matters, signaling a postwar tariff shift and renewed diplomatic ties following Secretary Knox’s return from the Americas.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Russia
Knox
Washington
Ce America
South America
West Indies
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