Keep Up The Navy.

New York Times 100 years ago today, February 10, 1913:
    There are indications that the majority in Congress has changed its attitude in regard to the upbuilding of the navy. To atone for the error in providing for only one new battleship last year, provision will likely be made for three this year. This is as it should be, and the country is to be congratulated. The change in the situation indicates that the members of Congress who for one reason or another, or no reason at all except obstinacy, refused to vote for the battleships have heard from their constituents.
    There is no serious division of sentiment about the navy among the people of this country. The few who would neglect the navy believe in total disarmament, and in trusting to Divine Power to preserve our country from destruction. They constitute a very small minority. The people, irrespective of party, believe in keeping our navy strong and efficient.