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FORM 55 D

STATE OF TEXAS
THE NATIONAL GUARD
STATION
COMPANY D, 4TH INFANTRY
FORT WORTH

month from the City we can partially pay for a very
respectable Armory more centrally located, and one that
would be an inducement to the better class of young men
to take an active part in this work.

If you will take the trouble to inquire,
you will find that many cities of the State thus assist
their Military Companies to maintain their organization.
I therefore ask an appropriation monthly from the City
funds for the above amount to help defray the expenses
of a new Armory.

Trusting you will give this matter the
earnest consideration that it is due, I await your
decision.

Very Respectfully,
Owen E. Paxton
Capt. Comd'g. D. 4th, Inf. T. N.G.