BOYS' BRIGADE NOTES

Evening Star, Issue 23124, 25 November 1938, Page 3

BOYS' BRIGADE NOTES

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“ Tha Object of the Brigade shall be the advancement of Christ’s Kingdom among Boys, and the promotion of habits of Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-respect, and all that tends towards a true Christian Manliness.”

CAMP. Captains arc reminded that the camp application forms must roach the battalion secretary by to-morrow. Circulars have by now been distributed to all boys, and all should make a point of advising their captain if they intend to camp at the earliest opportunity. This will give the camp officers an opportunity of making all arrangements well in advance, so that at the last minute there will be no confusion. ]f we arrive at camp with all details completed, the very comprehensive programme which has been prepared will slip into operation right at the start, and will run smoothly throughout the period of camp. WAYFARING NOTES (Continued). The knots required to be known for the certificate are all simple ones—viz., bowline, reef knot, fisherman’s bend, clove hitch, and sheet bend. For the badge a boy must learn another five knots chosen by himself. Other tests include a walk in which a distance in miles equal to the number of years of your age must be covered—on foot, of course—-at an average rate of three miles an hour excluding halts. A collection of loaves and flowers must be made as described last week, and eight native birds must be identified from 12 illustrations shown. A boy must also draw’ a rough sketch of a route not less than a mile long showing the principal side streets and objects of importance on the route and a compass bearing. Objects of importance would include churches, schools, stations, post office, hospital, (He., and in the country especially trees, haystacks, creeks, bridges, and farmhouses would also be shown. HTH DUNEDIN COMPANY (SOUTH DUNEDIN PRESBYTERIAN). In spite of the wintry conditions a good gathering of parents and friends witnessed the display last Monday. After devotions the company—24 boys, three officers, and two instructors—was inspected by Mr Ponlter, who congratulated the boys on their appearance and bearing, and emphasised the need for all to be uniform in dress and in behaviour in order that their object might be carried out. During the evening the Rev. R. T. Dodds (Presbyterian) and the Rev. Aderman (Church of Christ) spoke briefly. Displays of drill, games, tumbling, pyramids, signalling, and singing combined to give a good programme. Conspicuous among the winners of awards was Sergeant Downie, who received the highest honour the 8.8. can give for faithful service and hard work, the King’s badge. Tt was pleasing to see that the awards were earned by a large number of the boys, not just by a few keen members. 12th DUNEDIN COMPANY (MAORI HILL). This year the company had quite a successful annual parade. The highlight of the programme was the first King’s Badge gained by Corporal J. Hyslop, a worthy achievement. Sergeant Maydon also deserves credit for doing so well. He is the first member to have served through the ranks. Drill and ceremonial work was excellent, but there is still room for improvement. The singing was greatly enjoyed by the audience. Games undertaken by the junior boys proved quite popular. Instruction in life saving was given by Mr L. Laing. The battalion colours were presented by 7th Dunedin Company.' Bugling has also been introduced by Mr R. Young. The Morse signalling display was an outstanding performance, the boys doing excellently. Great credit is clue to the instructor, Mr A. Garry, . whose experience in active service has been invaluable. Mr Donaldson did remarkably well with the junior semaphore boys. 16th DUNEDIN COMPANY (CAVERSHAM PRESBYTERIAN). The wayfaring class is still progressing, several of the knots being practised last week. Games take first place now. that the more serious work Vis finished for the year. Last Saturday 10 members set out for Black Head, and the caves, and had much enjoyment from the outing in spite of frequent rain showers. In the evening the officers and two n.c.o.s visited 12th Dunedin Company, and on Monday a visit was paid to Companv on the occasions of its annual inspections and displays.