ROT-O-RANGI

Waikato Independent, Volume XXIII, Issue 3056, 12 May 1923, Page 5

ROT-O-RANGI

YOUNG CITIZENS’ LEAGUE

(Contributed)

The second initiation ceremony in connection with the Young Citizens’ League was held in Boto-o-rangi school on Sunday last. Mr H. Stebbing, organising secretary of the League, was present, and gave a most interesting address to the parents and friends assembled, and a very helpful address to the children.

The ceremony was conducted by the head teacher, who explained the meaning of the pledge and the aims and objects of the League.

Badges were presented to the newly initiated members by Mr Stebbing. The flag was saluted, and all present stood for a short time in silence and with bowed heads, in memory of our boys who fell in the war.

A most impressive ceremony was brought to a close with the National Anthem.

The following song, composed by Mr Clark for the Y.C.L., was sung. It has been published in the League's paper, and we are told is now being used in many schools where branches of the League have been formed: —

A band of boys and girls are we, Just starting on life’s way; Upon our honour pledged to do Our best from day t.o day. In thought to be both pure and kind, Not. bitter nor unclean; Avoiding all in word and deed That may be base or mean.

for God and country to be strong; In mind and body too, We clasp our hands to signify We will to all be true. And fearlessly to do the right, Shall be our constant aim; As fearlessly to shun the wrong, Or be the cause of shame.

The cross of stars set on our Flag, ■ Give watch-words every night; The top for Reverence and Love, For Honour on the right; For Hope the one upon the left, And Faith in God the last; The whole for Righteousness and Work, Where’er our lot is cast.

Just as the compass guides aright The sailor on the sea; So must the Bible be our guide, Wherever we .may be; For by ourselves we cannot stand

Against temptations strong; But God, if sought, will give u&

strength,

And help us all life long.

WINTER SOCIALS

The first of this winter’s socials at Roto-o-raugi was held in the school on Friday last, and took the form of a euchre party and dance. The first part of the entertainment was superintended by Mr Clark, and for the dance Mr Wiles acted as M.C.

Refreshments were provided by the ladies. The winners of the progressive euchre were Miss E. Smith and Mr 0. Roberts.