Har; is going home to await retirement Since he first assumed command of the fleet on October 30, 1996, Admiral Yarnell has earned the respect and admiration of people of every nationality in the Far East During the hazardous times since the outbreak of the Sino-Japanese hostilities in July, 1997, he has protected American rights in China with a firm hand, and his departure from China waters will be felt with regret by his multitude of friends.
Admiral and Mrs. Yarnell will depar: in the President Coolidge on August 1 for San Francisco. Upon arrival in the United States they will proceed overland to Washington, D.C., where Admiral Yarnell will report to the Chief of Naval Operations in the Navy Department for temporary duty. With the completion of this temporary duty, the Yarnells will
Rhode Island, where the Admiral wi io their home in Newport, await e. pending his retirement. Upon receipt of these orders he will Bie United States Navy and will be ced on the retired list of officers
relieved of all active duty.
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