To Be Further Reinforced Manila, Apr. 25.
The United States Army int Philippines, already strengthened by the landing of 2,000 men earlier this week, will be greatly reinforced with rival of a further 4,000 troops first two weeks in May, was learned today, Although no official information was available, it was learned that the s, Washington and s. Matiposa would Iand. 2000 officers and men each when they reach Manila in the earlier part of May.
with the arrival of the 4,000 new troops the strength of the US. Army in the Philippines would be boosted to 10,000 in addition to the 6,500 Philippine Scouts and new contingents of Filipinos now undergoing training. The new Filipino troops total 4,500, The s. Republic will sail within a few days to Davao where it will take on a cargo of hemp for national defence purposes. Tt will then return, to Manila to pick up 402 Army pendents and carry them to the United States—Unitea Press
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