GIRL GUIDES’ CORNER

Sun (Auckland), Volume 1, Issue 29, 27 April 1927, Page 14

GIRL GUIDES’ CORNER

Anzac Bay has now passed, but the memory of all it stands for is still very fresh in our minds. It is the day when the million-odd hearts in New Zealand beat as one, when the richest and the poorest in the land are brought to the one level of mingled pride, sorrow and understanding. In Auckland there was a great muster of the blue-clad Sisterhood and it was an inspiring sight when the different patrols marched up in orderly file and stood at the salute while two members placed the tribute of flowers at the Cenotaph. At such times the world seems to stand still and plunge us once more into those years of sacrifice, bravery and the spirit of giving. The solemn music, the flags fluttering at half mast bring back those days that, come what will, must ever be present with us all. This week I should like to interest my good Guide Braves in a Lone Guide who has lately become a member of the Wigwam. Some of you might like to write to her for she is not blessed with perfect health like the majority of you. The joys of “hiking” and camping, running races and joining in the pleasures of the Out-door Guides are all denied her and I am sure she would welcome letters from her fellow Braves. She writes: “I am very interested in the Wigwam as I have been reading it for some time now and I am wondering if I am eligible as I am only twelve. “I have been ill for a number of years and it is only just lately that I am able to walk about a little, but I have joined the Girl Guides here and find the work very interesting. Of course, I cannot go to the meetings on account of my health but my Patrol Leader teaches me everything and I am known as a Lone Guide.” This Brave has asked to be called “Red Star” and her membership seal is now in her hands. Those of you who would like to share your joys Star should write to Jean Mclndoe, 25 Ulster Street, Hamilton. Doctor Friendship is a splendid medico when one is not in perfect health. The “Dominion Girl Guide” for April is an interesting number and contains a message for you all from the Royal lady who captured our hearts with her gracious manner and winning smile. A photograph is shown of the Duchess receiving the presentation doll and bassinet for little Princess Elizabeth from the Auckland Guides. —REDFEATHER.