In making his original offer of the governorship of the Philippine Islands to General Wood, President Harding is understood to have been moved generally by a desire to obtain full information regarding conditions in the Philippines. 1t is believed that General Wood made the suggestion that he could conduct his inquiry more effectively by retaining his rank in the army, than by leaving it and accepting the'civil appointment as Governor.
To-day's decision was announced by the Secretary of War, Mr. John W. Weeks.
Issuing a statement at the White House after leaving the Conference Room, President Harding said he is anxious to settle definitely on a police regarding the Philippines, and asked General Wood, because of his extended experience there, to go to the islands and report on conditions—U. 8. Navy Radio through Reuter.
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