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Domestic News
July 7, 1852
Republican Herald
Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island
What is this article about?
The New York Tribune reports statistics showing 204 US Navy officers unemployed for 5-10 years, 165 for over 10 years, 36 for over 20 years, and two captains for over 30 years, all receiving pay without performing any duty. Currently, 216 officers await orders.
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Officers of the Navy Unemployed.—The New York Tribune publishes tables from which it appears that 204 officers in the navy have been entirely unemployed for periods varying from five to ten years; 165 have done nothing for ten years and over; 36 had rest and ease for more than 20 years, and two captains have enjoyed uninterrupted repose for more than 30 years; all these receiving their pay and emoluments, and yet not performing a day's duty in all the time—not even shore service in navy yards. It appears 216 officers are now waiting orders, and, of course, are doing nothing.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military
What keywords are associated?
Navy Officers
Unemployment
New York Tribune
Military Pay
Where did it happen?
New York
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
New York
Event Details
The New York Tribune publishes tables indicating 204 navy officers unemployed for 5-10 years, 165 for over 10 years, 36 for over 20 years, and two captains for over 30 years, all receiving pay without any duty, including shore service. Additionally, 216 officers are currently waiting for orders and doing nothing.