Evening Republican, Volume 20, Number 88, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 April 1916 — Meredith Nicholson to Be Assistant War Secretary. [ARTICLE]

Meredith Nicholson to Be Assistant War Secretary.

Washington, April 11.—Meredith Nicholson, of Indianapolis, an author, practically has ‘been agreed upon by President Wilson and Secretary Baker for appointment as assistant secretary of war. Mr. Nicholson is a close personal friend of Mr. Baker and is understood to have the support of Vice President Marshall. Indianapolis, April 11.—Meredith Nicholson, the author, said tonight that he will accept the position of assistant secretary of 'war if it is tendered to him. He said he had been asked some time ago if he would accept the place and had heard nothing further of the matter.