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Domestic News August 18, 1907

Pine Bluff Daily Graphic

Pine Bluff, Jefferson County, Arkansas

What is this article about?

Governor Pindall, with Adj. Gen. Paul Little and Asst. John E. Martineau, is reorganizing the Arkansas National Guard. Announcement of new officers, including brigadier general candidates from Pine Bluff, Fort Smith, and Little Rock, expected soon; medical corps also planned.

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REORGANIZATION OF THE GUARD

Governor Pindall left last night for Southern Arkansas, where he will be for several days, says the Little Rock Gazette. He, together with Adjutant General Paul Little and Assistant Adjutant General John E. Martineau, have been working on the reorganization of the Arkansas National Guard, and the announcement of the new line of officers is expected within a short time. The chief interest centers in the appointment of a brigadier general. A Pine Bluff man has been spoken of for the place, as has a gentleman from Fort Smith. Two Little Rock men have been mentioned in this regard, one of the most capable officers, and the other one would also reflect credit upon the guard. Governor Pindall will not discuss the matter in any way, repeating the statement that the announcement will be made after the entire lineup is completed.

A medical corps is also being figured upon, and it is reported that the officials in charge of this department will be announced at the time the new line officers for the guard are appointed.

What sub-type of article is it?

Appointment Military

What keywords are associated?

Arkansas National Guard Reorganization Officer Appointments Brigadier General Medical Corps

What entities or persons were involved?

Governor Pindall Adjutant General Paul Little Assistant Adjutant General John E. Martineau

Where did it happen?

Arkansas

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Primary Location

Arkansas

Key Persons

Governor Pindall Adjutant General Paul Little Assistant Adjutant General John E. Martineau

Outcome

announcement of new line of officers expected within a short time; medical corps officials to be announced concurrently

Event Details

Governor Pindall left last night for Southern Arkansas for several days. He, Adjutant General Paul Little, and Assistant Adjutant General John E. Martineau have been working on the reorganization of the Arkansas National Guard. Chief interest in appointment of a brigadier general, with candidates from Pine Bluff, Fort Smith, and two from Little Rock mentioned. Governor Pindall will not discuss until lineup completed. A medical corps is also being planned.

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