Pershing to retire from Army and take up golf
General John J Pershing will retire from the regular army after 42 years of service on September 13 with the rank of general. He plans to write memoirs and has spoken of a quiet life, including golf and teaching future officers. The article recounts his long career from early days as a teacher’s son to leadership in campaigns in the Philippines and Mexico and his marriage to Frances Warren.
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Washington, D.C
General Pelletier
Paris
Pershing Named Full General and 1920s Publicities
The text surveys Pershing’s role from the Mexican expedition against Villa to his wartime leadership and postwar status. It notes his selection as full General in 1917, his high standing among American generals, whispers of a presidential bid, and his eventual appointment as Chief of Staff succeeding General March.
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Philip T Sheridan
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Japan
Quennial Meeting Moves From Washington to Copenhagen
The executive committee in session at Copenhagen has decided to hold the quartennial gathering in Austria instead of Washington DC. The change was approved by Mrs Philip North Moore the American president and cited high travel expenses as the reason for expected low attendance.
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Copenhagen
Philip North Moore
Lady Aberdeen
Woman Discovers Radium in Brazil
A Brazilian woman reports the discovery of radium, marking a notable breakthrough in radioactive research within the country and highlighting female contributions to science.
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