The Archive · 1900

AMERICAN VOLUNTEER CoMPASY ORGANISED

A meeting was held at the U.S. Consulate last night to consider the question of the formation of an American Volunteer Company. Nearly thirty gentlemen attended, and various points were discussed. Finally it was decided to form such a company for temporary service—that is to say, during such time as the present trouble lasts. There was a good deal of speaking on the question of uniform, drill, and the Tike, but these matters were finally put aside as not affecting the case at present. alarm, and already a great many of them }A communication is to be sent to the Acting Commandant of the 8. V. ©. to the effect that this company has been organised and with a request that he will take the necessary steps in regard to arming and drill instruction. "It was mentioned that the Murtini-Henry would be the weapon served out. The election of ollicers has been left for future decision.

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