SCOUT NOTES

Evening Post, Volume CXII, Issue 54, 1 September 1926, Page 14

SCOUT NOTES

(By 'iScouter.")

The Petone Troop was entertained at the House of by the Right Hon. Sir Joseph Ward, Bart, K.C.M.G., recently. ■ This was a unique experience for the lads. This Troop was fortunate also in having an opportunity to visit the Veterinary Laboratory at Wallaceville last Saturday. This visit was intensely interesting, and it 'was an eye-opener for officers and Scouts to see the wonderful work being carried out in order to keep stock, free from :disease and realise how much may depend on science in the production of better stock.

The Hutt Valley and Bays Leaders'. Association held its meeting at Lower Hutt this month, the occasion being, a "pound night," which was much enjoyed by all concerned. The next meeting will be held at Rona Bay. ■ ■ The editor; of these notes would like to hear from Johnsonville and East Harbour.

The Cambridge Troop 'is moving along steadily.. Last Friday night saw the Troop in full swing, it being "pound night."' All enjoyed themselves, the Scoutmaster, Mr. Len. Wells, making things bright and merry. Four Service. Badges were presented during the evening. The1 chairman of the committee, the Rev. W. Holland, paid a visit. It is hoped that the Commissioner, . Sir Alfred Robin, will not get a disappointment when next visiting the Troop. Last time, owing to a special school concert that night, the Scouts were absent. ■ . .. . ■ *

The Wellington South Leaders held their monthly meeting t,t the Boys' Institute on Saturday night. The following Troops were represented: Seatouu (3), LyalLßay (2), Baptist (3), St. Cuthbert's (3), and Boys' Institute (4). The attendance still shows an improvement, on previous gatherings. All Leaders should try to attend the September meeting. .

The Kelburn Pack was visited last week by District Scoutmaster Donkin and District Cubmaster Green. There was a good parade of Cubs, and they welcomed their visitors in their own Cubby way. The first part'of the'afternoon was spent in "first star" work, and then games were played and the D.C.M. told a fine yarn,, which was much appreciated by all. The Pact is now eighteen strong and steadily increasing' There are now three one-star Cubs, and many others almost through.

Last Thursday the Institute Troop Scouts and Cubs gave a fine display before a good gathering of parents and friends. Just before supper the Commissioner spoke shortly on the principles of Scouting and its method and hoped-for result, stressing the value of a good committee. As a result, Mr. Jordan, the chairman, added the names of twelve ladies and gentlemen to the Institute Committee. The Scout supper in the Lower Hall was a joyous one.-

At Khnndallah last week the. Commissioner fouud this Troop nearly' doubled in numbers. The Dominion haka, preceded by formation of council circle by Tribes and attendant ceremony, was a credit to so young a Troop. Each Scout carried a "cut from the bush" stave, strong and serviceable. Th'fs, with the uniform pattern of Scout clothing worn by the_ Scouts, filled the requirements laid down, in "Scouting for Boys." Doubtless Ngaio and Johnsonville will follow the lead and help to place the Hill Troops on top. j The usual weekly parade of :the Lyall Bay Troop was held last Tuesday week, with an excellent attendance, when the evening was devoted chiefly to practising for the coming competitions. The recent dance which was organised by the Troop Committee proved to. be a huge success, and this adds more funds towards the annual camp. The Troop Committee and Scouts thank the following for services rendered:—Mr. Buck (M.C.), Mrs. Clark (pianist), Messrs. Onthwaite and Parrot (musical items), Messrs. Adams Bruce, and others, who made this function a, success. All members of the Lyall Bay Troop will be pleased to know that it is hoped to have again shortly Scout John Clark, after his long and severe illness at the Hospital.

Notes from Scouters for the September circular will be in time if posted to the District Secretary at ' once.