The Washington times., 1894-11-18

renee for the battery to be mistaken for one Of
the regular Army.
The battery has participated in all parades
and turnouts of the brigade, and it has yet 70
hear any unfavorable comment or criticism
from its superior officers.
The BATTALIoSs BUSY.
Company c. of the Washington Light In
fantry, gave q smoker Tuesday night Sergt.
Kennerly was master Of ceremonies and the
Carroll Institute Orchestra furnished music.
In addition to an athletic programme. Lucius
Randolph J. T. Coleman. John r. Galloway,
Daniel Chavis and c. l.. Skerrett sang songs;
c. f. Coleman gave piano solo, and the I'M
perial Banjo and Mandolin Club contributed
TO the entertainment.
The First Battalion is hustling with a ven-
geance. Major Ross reports that they have
already recruited up to 10 men and will go
into camp next summer 200 men strong. This
will give them four good companies AMI the
battalion will be in the best shape it has been
for years. This successful recruiting kills any
hopes the Treasury Guards may have had OF
becoming part of this battalion.
In the Fourth Battalion every one is prepar-
ing for the competitive drill to be held De-
cember 1. The drill is confined 70 non-com-
missioned officers and privates and Is for q
medal now held by First Sergeant T. F. Nc
Anally, CompanyA. Sergeant McAnally also
wears the medal as the best-drilled soldier IN
the United States. Major Campbell will be in
command and competent judges will be pres
ent to render a decision. The drill Is open to
all enlisted men of the Fourth Battalion who
were enlisted prior TO November 4. No ap-
| peal shall be made from the decision OF the
| judges after the next regular command Is
| given. The majority OF the judges shall de-
eide all questions and appeals. Any question
| as to rules will be answered by the judges
| prior to the commencement Of the drill, which
f, will be in accordance with the regulations OF
| the United States Army. The school OF th9
soldier and manual of arms will be employed
| to determine who shall wear the medal for
| the ensuing year. Everybody is invited
Major Campbell has received. the sharp
| shooter cross to be contested for by members
of the Fourth Battalion. It was made by Capt.
Edwards, Company A (Corcoran Cadets,
| Second Battalion, and Is very handsome
| piece of workmanship. 1t was the intention
to contest for this cross this fall but the CON-
petition will be postponed until spring, when
| the new rifle range is secured. Major Camp
bells idea in offering this prize is to stimulate
| the men of the battalion and to increase the
| scores. At the same time handsome urn
offered by the staff of the Fourth Battalion
will be shot for by the enlisted men. 1t is now
| held in Company A.
In the Fifth Battalion everything is activity.
working hard as the time for the annual CON-
/ petitive drill approaches. Capt. England says
| that ne intends that his company shall win the
cup. Company claims the individual drill
medal. 1t will be fight between Companies
| B and c for the medal to be awarded to the
/ best shot in the battalion. Company A will not
enter the competitive drill. A very interesting
paper will be read before the officers school
| Monday evening by Lieut.. George c. Shaw
inspector of rifle practice. 1t is the intention
of Major Suess to designate a certain officer
each month to read paper before the school
Since the major began arresting the men fol
not attending drill there has been a noticeable
increase in attendance. 1t is his intention &c
enforce this section of the law.
The Light Battery held its regular meeting
Wednesday night and after standing gur
! drill decided on some matters OF Importance
The battery will turn out Thanksgiving Day
mounted. and will have practice march
After dinner it will give mounted drill and
expects to be in its armorY by 4'30 p. m. II
will join Troop A. At first the intention was
to go to Overlook Inn, but this may bt
! changed. CABIN John Bridge IS talked o.
now and the two organizations may conclude
to spend their time there. The troop IS max
ing great preparations for the day and tht
programme for the afternoon exercises j:
most elaborate. Efforts are being made tC
secure the mounted band from Fort Myer
At the meeting Of the troop Monday night i
was decided to have a volunteer ride eaci
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