Yes, the Sp. Am. was was over by 1911. What I think you may be refering to is someone who did Border Service. I have not researched this but I have medal that belonged to my Grandfather. It was awarded for having served at the border. I was told by my father that it was Mexican Border Service. I have the medal here. This is what it says: City of East Orange NJ (that is across the top of rounded edge) To Battery C For Border Service 1916-1917 (that is across the bottom) I think this is a National Guard medal. I really should check it out. I hope this might help. Cynthia jccjae@triton.net cynsheehan@yahoo.com