THE TERRITORIALS.

Waikato Argus, Volume XXX, Issue 4729, 14 June 1911, Page 2

THE TERRITORIALS.

Yesterday morning broke showery in the military camp at Newstead, but cleared somewhat as the morning wore on, and the training of the regiment was continued, the troops being exercised in physical and squadron training under their respective commanders. One of the features of the camp is the very marked improvement shown by the recruits in the short time which they have already had in camp. In the afternoon the regiment was exercised in troop drill mounted, and a start was made in branding all the Government property on issue to f'e troops. During the afternoon a board of officers, consisting of Colonel Bell, Lieutenants Bruce and Paterson, started the examination and valuation of the horses in camp, the A and B Rqudrons were completed, and the C and D will be com,iloted this morning. It is now estimated that: the value of the horses in camp will bo upwards of £7OOO, Q iite the most popular place in camp is the citizens’ committee’s regimental institute, which was again packed last evening. Tonight a camp lire concert is being held at 7.30, when all visitors will be welcomed. This afternoon a football match will be played, the result of a challenge by the D Squadron, which has been taken up by the C Squadron. Mr W. Burna-Smith will act as referee.