Admiral Sir Frederic Dreyer Inspects Scouts Kiaochow Road Park presented a sala scene on Monday with its dozens lof standards flying in a brisk breeze lover the heads of more than 600 loyal young Britons. Boy Scouts, Rovers, Wolf Cubs, Girl Guides, and Brownies smartly" turned out in parade formation to be inspected by JAdmiral Sir Frederick Dreyer in celebration of the Silver Jubilee. Neither the threat of rain nor chilly winds combined could dampen the ardour members of Shanghai's youngest set as they formed up for review. The buzz of conversation in the ranks and around the parade Jground ceased the moment Sir Frederic appeared with his flag officer and the inspecting staff comprised of Commissioner W. C. Cassels, lof the Boy Scouts, Mrs. H. Boaler, [Commissioner of the Brownies, a Mrs. K. M. Bourne, Commissioner of the Girt Guides.
Parents and friends, accompanied by score upon score of youngsters, crowded to witness. the "inspection. by the Admiral whose appearance was signal for the flag breaking by two scouts. While the assemblage stood at salute, the Union Jack was hoisted to the strains of "God Save The King." From the moment he stepped Jtorward to inspect the first troop, an JAmerican company, it was apparent that the Admiral was to make superficial business of esiewing Shanghai's youngest contingent. After the formal handshake reserved for troop leaders, he stopped frequently Ks to chat with the Scouts, Guides, Brownies and Cubs who snapped {into attention instantly at command. Many a youngster beamed after Sir Frederick passed, and each troop parently revelled in the impress of personal interest he managed 10 convey to each, King George and Shanghat Immediately the inspection was concluded, the Wolf Cubs rallied around the standard, forming a huge circle and giving the Grand How! in honour of the inspecting officers. 'A sharp command, and every last Cub rushed back to his pos, with military precision, awaiting the address of Sir John' Brenan. His add-
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