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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1914
Page
10
The militia reorganization and pay bill advances in the Senate as War Department and militia leaders push for enactment. Congress weighs costs, preparedness needs, medical and logistics issues, and observer policies amid broader military plans and budget scrutiny.
The Navy's appointed board has not met last week to draft relief legislation for promotion practices. Members like Rear Admiral Blue and Naval Constructor Saylor gathered data, while Congress debates against the plucking method and the potential retirement of officers. The Navy opposes executive approval of bills to restore promoted officers, signaling a fight over how to replace the current system with a less contentious approach.
The Navy face rulings on aid to naval officers Pay for acts as aides and fleet staff members, with cases involving Lieut Comdr Leigh Palmer and Lieut Comdr P B Dugan. Meanwhile naval architects warn of rising submarine challenges as Britain builds a new class nearing 1800 tonnage, signaling significant future impact on maritime warfare.
Naval and military authorities weigh new gear including large submarines with torpedo capacity and dirigible balloons and aircraft. They question effectiveness of submarines as unproven weapons and consider air support, scouting, and bomb drops. At Vera Cruz the Marine Signal Company built radio and visual communication lines under fire, maintaining service after landing and peace.
Plans for the Boy Scouts return trip from Camp Archibald Butt to Washington are discussed with eligibility for last week students. Merit badges awarded include signaling poultry farming carpentry and life saving. A letter from Mr A C Moses praises the camp and its seashore setting.
The First battery field artillery left for annual target practice at Tobyhanna Pennsylvania with Capt Louis C Vogt commanding four officers and 120 men. Several privates discharged for removal or long absence, promotions and transfers noted, and drills suspended until October 5. Reports also cover voyages, shore safety measures, and camp conditions at Virginia Beach with mentions of swimming, salt water bathing, and first aid station innovations.
Report on Camp Archibald Butt near Luray Virginia where Col Selden Allen Day hosts Boy Scouts at Camp Jack Casement. Scouts climb, explore caves, swim, fish, and pursue merit badges while Mrs Day and local farmers support camp life amid dry weather. Hero medal for Cledia Burke of New Bedford highlighted. Girl Scout troop activity noted in Massachusetts and Petworth outreach.
In a Takoma Park Troop activity Mrs Susan Egeleston leads the Elms as they learn swimming and merit badges. New member Myra Blakely is initiated. Reports highlight Mads Meiba Jones sewing and breadmaking, Mary Mikesell waists and laundering, Mary Keating child nurse work, Greely sisters crochet and fancy work, Dorothy Overstreet summer clothes and embroidery, Jessie Collins cake baking, and Gertie Coon Dorothy Leach Anna Cushman musical study, with Margaret Templeton ready.
Alice Craig demonstrates competence by swimming 50 yards fully clothed and earning a badge for rowing and steering a boat, showcasing skill in maritime and lifesaving tasks.
An appeal for donations to the melting pot fund was made Friday night at a Susan B Anthony League meeting on the roof of the Partner building. Mrs Glenna Smith Tinrin outlined planned national campaign work and emphasized funds for the fall effort. Mrs Wesley M Stoner argued the South supports equal suffrage and urged state action. Annette Paul described next year’s educational work. Mrs Ellis Logan noted National Federation of Women's Clubs endorsement. Anna E Hennley paid tribute to Lucy Stone.
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