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Evening Star, Issue 22955, 12 May 1938, Page 21

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TO THE EDITOR. Sir, —Your correspondent, C. S. MacArthur, states that the hymn writer, Nowton, sang ‘ How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds ’ and 1 Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken ’ while •hlaokbirding in his ship Jesus. 11 would like to ask him where he got his information. I referred the matter to several authorities I have, including Dr Julian, and they are all of the opmion that these hymns were written during Newton’s Olney days—many years after he had left the sea. Perhaps Mr MacArthur has some source of information of which I am ignorant. If there is one thing more hateful than another it is thus of speaking evil of the good and great who have gone before. —I am, etc., H.H. Mav 9.

SCOUTING IN SCOTLAND. Scottish Scouts have planned a gre&t and spectacular pageant for the visitors to the Empire Exhibition, in Jun'e. This will be the biggest gathering of Scouts ever to take place, and will include 30,000 Scouts and Wolf Cubs from' all parte of Scotland. The pageant will depict historical scenes from the time of the Homans to the [present day. Scouts and Wolf Cubs of Glagow will give a diplay of Highland dancing of the present day to the music of massed bands. Hundreds of pigeons carrying messages to every county in Scotland will be released from the rally ground. SCOUTING IN CHINA. Officially recognised by the Internanational Committee only last October, the Boy Scouts of China have won the hearts of all their brother Scouts in other, countries ,by their participation in humanitarian work among the people during the recent unfortunate happenings. The movement in China, like other _ countries, had a humble beginning, with many difficulties to surmount, and it is hoped that whatever the outcome of events, the Chinese Scouts will be able to carry on with even more strength to further goodwill and world friendship among boys. The idea of Scouting .in China was first conc.eived by Mr Yen Chai-lin, a pastor of the American Church Mission several years ago, and since then the movement has progressed by leaps and bounds. The present number of Scouts in China is approximately 500,000. BELOW ZERO. Twenty below zero did not prevent a ski hike of the Scoutmaster and 20 Scouts of the Alberta Troop, nor the passing of some fire-lighting and cooking tests. It was admitted that the cooking was somewhat difficult. SYDNEY JAMBOREE. More definite information is now to hand regarding the great gathering of Scouts that will take place in Sydney in December of this year. The fare of £lB for Scouts will include transport to Auckland, boat fare to Sydney, camping costs before, during, and after the jamboree and return to home towu. Sqouts will be away for approximately one month, so what a wonderful offer this is. We want to send a large contingent from Dunedin, so every troop. should he thinking about it. Scouts, ask your Scouter about it, save and work for the money, and send your name to me before June 17. This is the chance of a lifetime to meet Scouts from all parts of the world, to see how others do their Scouting, to see Sydney, to have the best holiday you have ever had. Dunedin must be there. It rests wtih you Scouts. Application forms are now available from Dunedin Headquarters. LAWRENCE TROOP. On the first night of the month, to honour the return of the Scouter, who had been away a month, a campfire was built in Wetherstoues Flat. The Scouts marched ’ to the spot, while Scouter and two Scouts followed a trail which had been laid for them. When all were gathered at the side of the campfire it was found that a good muster of the public, as well as the Commissioner, and members of the committee, were present. There followed an hour’s interesting entertainment of camp songs, plays, and mouthorgan duets. Towards the close of campfire, Jack Knight, on behalf of the troop and committee, handed a small gift to Scouter and Mrs Phelan as a token of their gratitude for the work they had done. On the Sunday 14 of the troop attended church parade at Waitahuna to help to promote interest in that district. The Commissioner for Lones, with some Dunedin Scouts, joined in at the bridge. Eight Scouts are carefully training for their ambulance badge, which they hope to sit this month. REPORTS. Roslyn.—Giving to a meeting being held above the Scout Hall, the usual programme was curtailed and quiet games were enjoyed. The Panthers had 18 to welcome Akela on Thursday. Intersix competitions ivere followed by a thorough test in readiness for second star. Baloo gave a yarn from the jungle book, Jim Donaldson and Dick Seddon received their service stars, the former having completed four years as a Cub. A short pow-wow closed a good night of hunting. The Leopards are keeping up a good average attendance of 20, three of whom are ready now for second,star. We are pleased to welcome Cubber Spiers, who is now assisting with the pack. The intersix competition for the M‘Fie Cup was won by the six under Graeme Sinclair. During school holidays plans have been made for an outdoor period. Some new blindfold games have been much enjoyed. Mosgiel.—A new test game in sound opened proceedings, after which we set to on lashings and knots. Station signalling was then tried out. Arrangements were made to visit Outram in the near future. Clive Davis was welcomed as a new member, while Gordon Brindson came up from the Cub Pack. A good muster of Cubs and Scouts paraded at Mosgiel Town Hall on the occasion of Anzac service. Mohicans.—A fair muster set to on second class and tenderfoot work. R. M'Alpine, C. Schladt, S. Clayton, and Walkinsha.w received their tenderfoot badges at an investiture, while three received their service stars. Ihiring pow-wow the hobbies exhibition and swimming hour were discussed. Scouter E. L. P. Lomas was a welcome visitor. The pack had 21 cubs in the jungle, where second star work was proceeded with. John M'Knight was welcomed as a new tenderpad. while three Cubs were successful in passing part of their first star test. North-east Valley.—Statid by and listen to the eleventh birthday entertainment. Adverse weather did not deter a very large gathering of parents

and friends. The National Anthem was followed by Grand Howl by the pack. Blow-ball was won by the “ Tuis,” then came the Cubs with a jungle dance. During Cub games the Scouts and Rovers prepared for their variety show entitled ‘Here We Are Again.’ Following opening chorus, humorous stunts were mingled with a" mouthorgan duet, tap dance, rope spinning, and numbers by the band. Supper and the birthday cake cut by “ Dingo ” preceded the general welcome by the chairman, Mr Nicholls. The troop and pack then renewed their promise and broke off. Some of the committee and parents stayed for a short dance. ‘Auld Lang Syne ’ was sung prior to North-east Valley signing off. St. Clair.—Last Friday saw five separate airship expeditions over Central Africa crash in the dense jungle of the middle of pygmie land. Here they were considered as spirits from another world, and the witch doctors went to work to prepare their powerful potions to drive away their evil spirits. The ingredients for this had to be collected, and included such things as a drop of blood, four grains of sand from the seashore, a living fly, and numerous other powerful aids. The devil dance rang out, and the natives fell_ in a swoon. A large, class of Scouts is at present working for the fireman’s badge at the South Dunedin station, where their exam, will be held shortly. The metropolitan camping team set out for the Southern Reservoir, and after a heavy shower of rain were favoured with good weather for the remainder of camp. Wesley.—The troop met on Monday, when a new leader, R. Dunne, was introduced. Tenderfoot and second class work then proceeded. A new game involving story-telling was tried out, with good success.