Fort Riley, Cavite, P. I., Manila, P. I., Honolulu, the Alaskan army
posts, Fort Leavenworth, Fort Reno, Fort Logan, Columbus Barracks,
Fort McPherson, were among the posts where hundreds of dollars worth
of equipment was sent, and where thousands upon thousands of dollars
a month was the booty obtained by the Chicago trust on a commission
basis.
Battleships in every squadron, the naval stations of this nation
all through the world, navy yards, and other points where marines are
stationed, have been loaded with the devices.
It was found, upon investigation, that "cappers" were selected from
the enlisted men. Agents, who ran the games on commission, were also
found. These men, dazzled by financial prospects, deserted in droves.