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July 25, 1894
The Scranton Tribune
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
What is this article about?
In Washington on July 24, Secretary Herbert appoints low-ranking Captain Robley D. Evans to command the prized armored cruiser New York, emphasizing his absolute fitness over seniority or suggestions.
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CAPTAIN EVANS' NEW COMMAND.
His Appointment Made Solely on the Ground of Fitness.
WASHINGTON, July 24.—There has been a good deal of comment in naval circles on the selection of Captain Robley D. Evans, who stands almost at the foot of the line of captains, to command the armored cruiser New York, the finest sea command in the navy, and a prize which was sought by many other officers.
Secretary Herbert today said that he had himself selected Captain Evans for this command on the ground of absolute fitness, without consultation or suggestions from any one.
His Appointment Made Solely on the Ground of Fitness.
WASHINGTON, July 24.—There has been a good deal of comment in naval circles on the selection of Captain Robley D. Evans, who stands almost at the foot of the line of captains, to command the armored cruiser New York, the finest sea command in the navy, and a prize which was sought by many other officers.
Secretary Herbert today said that he had himself selected Captain Evans for this command on the ground of absolute fitness, without consultation or suggestions from any one.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Justice
What keywords are associated?
Naval Appointment
Captain Evans
Armored Cruiser New York
Secretary Herbert
What entities or persons were involved?
Captain Robley D. Evans
Secretary Herbert
Where did it happen?
Washington
Story Details
Key Persons
Captain Robley D. Evans
Secretary Herbert
Location
Washington
Event Date
July 24
Story Details
Captain Robley D. Evans, near the bottom of the captains' list, is selected by Secretary Herbert to command the armored cruiser New York based solely on his fitness, despite competition from other officers.