A mobilization of the. American Troop, S.V.C, will take place at 10 fam. today at the Columbia Country Club for the final activity of the year. The troop will be commanded by Lieut. W. A. Adams in the absence of Capt. N. F. Allman and there will be an inspection of arms by members of the United States Marine Corps.
During the year the troop sustained a great loss through the resignations of Lieutenants Hawkes-worth and Painter, the strength at present being 50, including 12 new recruits, a report of the year's work states. Owing to the fact that outside roads were not available the troop was unable to hold mounted drills, but during August 13 and 14 they patrolled certain districts of the Settlement, Several drills and classes were held at the Hongkew Rifle range, Police pistol range and at the Drill Hall.
During October the troop received its Emergency medals, the presentations being made by Col.
Charles F. B. Price, then commander of the "Fourth United- States Mari Corps, Several Corps cavalry competitions were held with the Shanghai Light Horse, the honours being equally divided.
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