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Auckland Star, Volume LVIII, Issue 154, 2 July 1927, Page 2 (Supplement)

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SCOUTING NEWS. REPORTS FROM TROOPS. . THE FIRST-CLASS EXAMS.

The . Christ Church Ellerslic Troop came definitely into existence on Friday. May 6, when the first parade was held in the Parish Hall, says a report from that troop. Since that date the troop has had great progress, numbers increasing steadily and much excellent scout work being done. At the time of writing ten boys have qualified for the tenderfoot badge, and are now engaged in second class work, while the remaining members of the troop are making strenuous efforts to overtake those who have given such a good lead. On the King's Birthday a great field day was held at Mount Wellington, much good scouting being done and second class cooking tests being carried out with excellent results. The troop now consists of three'patrols—the Panther, the Wolf, and the Tiger—and an indication of the enthusiasm of the boys is to be found in the fact that every member of the troop was present at the last parade.

The first annual meeting of the Birkenhead and Northcote branch of St. Matthew's Scout Troop was held in the Public Hall on Thursday, June 23. Notwithstanding the very inclement weather, quite a number of parents and supporters were present. Canon C. H. Grant Cowen, vicar of St. Matthew's, occupied the chair. The report and balance-sheet were read, the troop funds showing a credit balance of upwards of £5, which was considered highly satisfactory. Canon Grant Cowen gave a very interesting address on the Scout movement, and its value in developing the character of adolescent boys. Mr. Horace Stebbing secretary of the Young Citizens' League, also addressed the meeting on similar lines, emphasising, from his experience amongst youths throughout New Zealand, the extreme value of such training as is given in Boy Scout troops to the youth of our Dominion. District Scoutmaster £. B. B. Boswell, representing Auckland district headquarters, also addressed the meeting, giving a sketch of the formation, growth and development of the Boy Scout movement throughout the world. A committee of six ladies and six gentlemen was elected to carry on the work of the troop for the ensuing year. The meeting concluded with a delightful supper provided by the ladies. During the supper interval Messrs. Whitehead and Burrows entertained the meeting with musical items, which were much appreciated. #■» » • The first class examinations were held on Saturday, June 18, at Western Springs. There was a large attendance of Scouts, between 60 and.7o boys being on parade. Thirty-three boys presented themselves for examination, either for partial pass or to complete the examination. There were ten complete passes. The remainder did very' well in the subjects for which they were examined. * * # • The, following boys completed the tests, and are now first class Scouts:— W. Booth, F. H. Swan, A. Robinson (Grey Lynn Troop), L. Grange (Kohimarama Troop), C. Cronk, M. McNaughton, T. Bunting, J. Jones, R, Dean, and R. Knight (St. Alban's Troop).

I FROM OUR HEARTS J)CX THE WISH FOP /S $oL. HAPp V DAYS Jfijii SY II *. SJIWIIM 11 11 Grace. yGy i, George. V« STj rd, Trixie. | Tim | t. Joyce. ' , lIIJj •a, Jack. '. jjl'l kndrew. ' Ml' William. 'II ford, Mildred. II iwn, Idn. II 01, Ruth. ! Ronald. . ( am. Ina. I •, Edward, ock, Nancy. UNE 27. Uy, Brian. r, Inez. Molly, edge, Rita, Gladys. - ». Eileen. , Phyllis. , Cecilia. rt, Richard. UNE 28. i, Harconrt. , Gwendoline, is, Leora. bws, Jack. Marjorie. er'd, Leslie, 'land, June. . Margaret. ' UNE 20. , Dorothy. , is, Winnie. . Olive. ' in, Muriel. I i l, Mima. I UNE 30. Winifred. Lillian. It lg, Moira. 1(1 % Zita. 11l SB, Beatrice. 11 I rand. Pearl. Dlwl Coralie. B IHfl B Leola. fflmllll •x.vuuar, Keith. •UIBBBI JULY 1. JULY 2. Adamson, Ronald. Burnley. Beatrice. Fogfrty, Jeanne. Marmont, Joyce. Mackle Agnes. Mays, Joan, McCarthy, Kreda. Smith, Boyce. McLintock, Douglas. Thomas, Josephine. Over, Freda. Wilson, Joyce. Penman, Allan. Wilson. William. Li ■ ■ ■ ■————a——J |{ THE STAGE OF LIFE fl

Edwina Leech—Your seven points put you Well on the way towards the 2:>. Both your enrolment forms arrived safely. John Sayers—l am glad to have another correspondent. You are only too welcome to help In the way you mention. I approve of your loyal sentiments. Dorothy Harsant—You must have overlooked the reply to your last letter which was certainly answered In the Mall Bag. The photo you sent was excellent, but rather too small Tor us to use. All the same I shall always treasure it and think or you whenever I see it. Your neighbour's wireless set must be a good one. Joyce Field—Never mind about missing the jiggle; you will have plenty more opportunities as there Is one every week. It was thoughtful or you to Indicate the special part with a cross. Don Marr—J can rollow your reasoning, but still consider the original answer correct. There are chances every Wednesday Tor you to gain points. Thelma Hart—You are fortunate to have so many sisters. Why don't you ask the rest or your family to become members. It must be wonderrul Tun playing in the snow. We don't have any in Auckland. I suppose you often go Tor picnics in summer as the bush Is so beautirul. If you are rond or walking, you must spend many a pleasant arternoon like that. Ralph Terry—You must be very cold with all those rrosts. Does It ever snow there? I am sorry to hear you are 111. You certainly have a large collection of stamps. Thanks ror the Joke. Hazel Ceeles—l am sorry you have been 111. A fortnight away rrom school grows wearisome when you have to spend it in bed. Cheer up. Roma Minoher—l quite understand, as It Is so easy to overlook letters. We always give notice in the Budget or such events. Anne Holloway.—lt is encouraging to win a prize, isn't it? Thanks for the line or music. It is nice. Isn't it? Your badge has been sent out.

Tony Batistloh—You must reel quite sad over the death of your pet seagull. It's one consolation that you still have two tom-cats left. Aren't you glad to be rid of those teeth? They must have been more nuisance than they were worth. Elsie Thomas—Thanks, Elsie. It's a most unselfish way or helping. We laughed when we saw the label on the Golliwog. I have put your 7/6 towards the money ror the stall. Frank Molesworth—The donation of your prize-money is much appreciated. You mustn't be ashamed of not doing more as I see that you have done everything in your power. Secondary school homework often leaves little leisure for many outside Interests. John Bouskill—We didn't mean you to enter the little man for * competition. It was merely an amusing toy that you could make for yourselves. May Akersten—Thanks for the particulars. I have enrolled you as a member. Earns Doeherty—What is the name or the bantam rooster? You are fortunate to have so many pets. Do you ride your bikes to school? Joyce Barker—l wonder if you were able to go to the bazaar as you intended. Thanks ror the good wishes. Constance Knight—Are you taking part in the concert yourseir? I hope it is successful. Frederick Rule—ir you read "Peter Pan" you will see that I haven't any birthday as I never grow older. Your brother's form arrived quite sarely. You will see a notice in the paper when ttie "Dear unto our hearts" column re-opens. Ivy Brokenshire—Yes, we stiH have some badges left. Tell me in your next letter what your horse Is like. You will see a notice when the column re-opens. Walter Pearson—Parties make birthdays ever so much more exciting, don't they? Are you a good shot yet? Perhaps your little brother would like to Join the club, too. Joyce Pop'ism—We are not sending out material Tor dresses. Perhaps you could find enough for one left over rrom a frock or your own. Dancing Is one or my ravourite amusements, too. What is your collie's name? Thanks ror the amusing Joke. Jessie Milne—Your Jiggles were good, but I am arraid you broke Rule 2, so your work made a meal for the crocodile. You must get 25 points. Gladys Arthur—What are me names or your other two dolls? Peggy must be made or strong celluloid to remain unbroken all that time. Ethel Dillon — They must be rather pretty pups. I wonder ir you are going to keep them all. Don't rorget that it's originality more than drawing ability that counts in a Jiggle. Verona Mcifelll—The column will reopen shortly. We made £40, which was quite good, don't you think? The photo was a clear one, although of course it could not reproduce the pretty sink at the decoration*.

Claude Hancox—Welcome to die Club. I have noticed your address. You must have lovely fun when there is snow. Thanks Tor the snapshot, it's a remarkably One view of the mountain. Although we don't have snow In Auckland, I think you have a glorious time when there Is a fairly heavy rail. Even non-members may enter Tor the competitions. Thora Williams—The names for the Roll Call are picked out at random rrom all the Club members. Until we look at the names we don't know who has been chosen. You may write an essay If you wish, although we are not running an essay competition at present. If you want to write, why not go In Tor the short story competition. K your doll is the ordinary sort with hair, why not call It Lesbla? ir it Is a kewple or a golliwog, I think Dixie is a nice name. Ailaa Fish—l am glad you are able at last to send in an entry. Even If you don't succeed you mustn't be discouraged after the first attempt. Tinker Bell still has her corner Tor Busy Bees. You need do only one drawing Tor the jiggle competition, or more than that if you wish to have several chances. Douglas Lewis—l am sorry you have been ill, although bed is such a comfortable place in this cold weather. Norma Barley—Yuur girts ror the stall arrived In good order and were most welcome. lam glad you like your penrriend so much. She must be a good correspondent. Nellie Burt—You will have received your certificate by this time. Are you playing in the team yourself? Bill Willi*—We don't give rewards for stories except to the actual prtte-winner or the fortnightly competition. The column is going to re-open soon. You seem to have a prevailing cold. f»hyl Coleman —As we hadn't any of the books you mention, I chose another one especially Tor you, and am sure you will! like it. If you go one winning points like this you will start quite a library. Eva Lowe —ir you return the book promptly when you And you have already read It I shall try to pick another which Is new to yon. It is good news to bear bow pleased your Trlends are with their books. Don Sutherland—Yon need 25 points for a prize. Zita Henderson —I am glad you like the badges; but you forgot to enclose the money for yours. Gladys Chegwldden—What a pity the paper takes such a long time to reach you. However, despite the distance, I hope you will always be loyal to our Club. You should have wonderful surr bathing In the summer. Barney O'Hare—The form arrived quite sarely. Ruby Williams—Thanks ror your competition idea. I am sending you • certificate Tor it. Jean Vlnce — Thanks for your good wishes for the stall. They have been rulniled. Your verses are improving; but do bo carerul about metre, that Is. count up the number or syllables In each line and see that it goes with a proper swing. We can use your Jokes. A. Taylor—Homework seems to run away with your spare time, doesn't it? Nancy must be your cousin, as she lives at the address you mention. Fancy work is a useful accomplishment. I see you are having bazaars in your part of the world too. Irene Rich—Your picture Is pretty and a welcome addition to the stall. There win be another entry rorm published shortly. Oswald Dykes— No, I didn't think you'd made them yourself, all the same they are the very thing that sells best at bazaars. Thank your mother for working for us.

Beatrice McCormick—l am sure the pants will be quite suitable. You will, have seen the answer to your last letter, by this time. We give certificates only' tor the best Jokes and riddles. Entering 1 Tor the Wednesday competitions Is the best way or gaining points. Winifred Bannetyne—To become a club member you must nil In the next entry 1 rorm that appears. Ton must be very Tond or your kitten. What colour is he? Dorothy Fowler—Your contributions to the stall are most welcome. Produce of that description always sells well at a bazaar. I noticed the little pinafore you made. You must have felt quite proud when It was finished. K. Row*—The "Dear unto our Hearts" column is closed at present. The contributors to it will receive certificates when It reopens. Thanks for your competition suggestion. If possible I shall use It. Daphne King—l agree with you that they must be tired of standing there all day long, although it Is such « comfortable place at night. Painting competitions seem to be popular. Mary Costar—They must be looking forward to going up to town. Your contribution reached us sarely and it is welcome. What are the names of the canaries? Adeline Bradley—Your entry bas been Judged with the others. If we use your story you win receive a certificate. Thanks for your good wishes for the stall. Vettle Pinhsy I think you are very clever to have worked them yourseir. Homework and rehearsals combined don't leave much time for other interests. Douglas Whitcombe—You must have felt lonely at first when you had to leave all your people behind and come here. You will find the budget all the more amusing as some or your rrlends belong to the club. Thanks for your offer of assistance. Freda Stonex—l like writing long replies to those rrom whom I receive long letters. Are you playing in the match yourseir? The girl you mention is one or oar oldest members. Your baby sister is sure to be more amusing than ever as the grows older. Thanks for your Joke. 337 Remuera Read, St. Reliefs Bay When you send in your name I can correct your date or birth. Cyril Hoskin—l have sent you the copy you want. I hope yon have been successful in your examination. Is it theory of music? You ought to ,keep that egg as the memento of a great occasion. Your bantams must be still chickens.. Why don't you enter for the story competition yourseir? Iris Whit*—l wonder where you went for your holiday. Did you take Jimmy with you? \m are fortunate to have a new car and dog all at once. Marie Strong—l'm glad you find Tinker Bell's suggestions so useful. Why don't you write a letter ror your little Mend? Perhaps he would like to Join, too. That party must have been a good one. Aren't you glad you bad it before tou caught the mumps t