Camping For Boys by H.W. Gibson
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We further agree to pay any penalty the other members of the camp may
think fit to impose upon us for breaking these rules or resolutions. We will not lose our tempers. We will not use any language we would not use in the presence of ladies. We will not tell stories we would not tell or want told to our sisters. We will perform cheerfully any duties our Camp Master asks us to perform. We will at all times respect the rights and feelings of others. We will remember that the command to "Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy," is obligatory at all times and in all places. The motto of this camp shall be "Noblesse oblige." The Whistle Unless the camp is conducted under the auspices of the Boys' Brigade or some military organization, where boys prefer the military discipline, it is unwise to introduce it in a camp for boys. The type of discipline to be used will depend upon the type of leader. Some camps are controlled by the use of a whistle. When the attention of the boys is desired, the leader blows a shrill blast of the whistle and the boys immediately respond by absolute silence and await the announcement or whatever the leader or director desires to say to them. Never blow the whistle unless necessary. Secure first the attention of the boys if you want their interest. Camp boys become accustomed to continuous blowing of the whistle in the same |
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