[English] BOY SCOUT MOVEMENT IN HONGKONG. OFFICIAL APPRECIATION.

BOY SCOUT MOVEMENT IN HONGKONG.

OFFICIAL APPRECIATION.

The following letter has been sent to the Chief Scoutmaster of the local Association of Boy Scouts:-

Colonial Secretary's Office,

Hongkong, 30th April, 1915.

Sir,- I am directed to inform you that in forwarding a report by the General Officer Commanding to the Secretary of State on the military operations in this Colony from the outbreak of the war up to the end of the year 1914, H.E. the Governor was pleased to bring to the notice of the Secretary of State for the Colonies the public spirit exhibited by the Boy Scouts in placing their services at the disposal of the Military Authorities and rendering much valuable assistance, and that Mr. Harcourt has desired His Excellency to convey to you his appreciation, which is shared by the Army Council, of the assistance rendered.- I am, Sir, Your obedient servant,

(Sd.) CLAUD SEVERN,

Colonial Secretary.

Source:

1. Page 5, "Hongkong Telegraph", Friday, 14th May, 4th Year of the Republic of China

   • 1st Day, 4th Lunar Month, Yi-mao Year

   • Friday, 14th May, 1915 Common Era

2. Page 5, "Hong Kong Daily Press", Friday, 14th May, 4th Year of the Republic of China

   • 1st Day, 4th Lunar Month, Yi-mao Year

   • Friday, 14th May, 1915 Common Era