Potts Named Inspector and Instructor for Iowa Guard
Col Douglas Potts is assigned to Des Moines to inspect and train Iowa National Guard units. He will supervise readiness, help towns gain federal recognition, and coordinate with Adj Gen Lasher as the guard expands across the state. Potts rises from ranks to lead, with prior service dating to 1858 and key commands through 1911.
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Washington News
Waterloo Evening Courier
Washington, D. C
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Des Moines
National Guard
Hawkeye State
War Department
Militia Bureau
Iowa
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Adj
Lasher
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Woman Finds Remedy Worth Fabulous Fortune
A testimonial proclaims Marr's Wonderful Remedy cured years of indigestion and bloating after a complete course. The ad states the preparation clears catarrhal mucus and inflammation in the digestive tract, offering a money back guarantee and distribution by Wangler Bros and Hansen & Hansen.
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Marr
Wangler Bros
Hansen & Hansen
Military officer Potts career timeline in WWI era
Capt Potts was named temporary major in August 1YAT and then temporary lieutenant colonel. On October 23, 417 he was promoted to major in the regular establishment while holding lieutenant colonel rank under the emergency. His colonelcy followed on August 16, 1918. He served with the...
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Potts
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Draft Call Expands National Army Units
National army division at Camp Custer Michigan and Camp Devenys Massachusetts were formed as the first draft call goes into effect.
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National Army Division
Camp Custer
Mich
Camp Devenys
Mass
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