Battleship Gunners Debate United States Navy Armor
A Hampton Magazine article reprints Rear Admiral Byany criticizing critics who claim U S ships lack impact. The piece argues 13 inch guns should have been retained, praises American battleship design over British Dreadnoughts, and analyzes belt armor effectiveness including lower belt edge height and potential projectile penetration. It notes debate over strategic ship strength and the need to balance armor and firepower.
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New York DC
Reir
Hamptons Broadway
Renies
Rederdahl
Vinkal Evans
United States
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Thames Aiso
Tolaeser
Battleship design priorities noted by Admiral Evans
The excerpt outlines three leading features in battleship design Admiral Evans says require careful coordination. The battery, armor protection, and the firing power are highlighted as key elements influencing overall combat effectiveness and safety against projectiles.
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Evans
Riot in Puerto Cortez Honduras sparks unrest
A riot of unspecified scale occurred at Puerto Cortez, Honduras, reports reaching the State Department indicate the situation is insecure. The unrest is linked to opposition to President Davila, with arriving travelers noting discontent and earlier demonstrative outbreaks.
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Puerto Cortez
Honduras
State Department
Davila
Inaugural funds top eighty thousand dollars in sight
Washington committee expects more than $75,000 for Taft inauguration with installments and large gifts. May Sylvester cites heavy policing needs as crowds grow, proposing expanded police force, traffic controls, rope off avenues, and temporary emergency measures to ensure safe access around the Capitol and parade routes.
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Sylvester
Washington
Willim H .Laft
Alles
Tseasurd
Clarence F Norment
New Willard Hotel
National Capital
New York
Iowa
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Asses and Measurer Normint
Maj Sylvester
Congress
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Red Cross
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Committee On
Focal
Lucius Jewelry Sale Draws Crowds With Exquisite Varied Pieces
A busy Lucius annual holiday sale showcases the largest assortment of jewelry with high art pieces mounted in diamonds and pearls. The event draws men and women alike, featuring new effects from this country and abroad, plus original conceptions as part of a major shopping highlight.
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Lucius
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