Norwich bulletin., 1914-11-28

Sa | 43a A..4 2 rot only their work, but far their own
 They acreata standhrds for noble womanhocd spirituaIly, pnysicalsy and nacra1fys
 Iutions between mother and daughter. fy recognizing the ulothef,s work and by helping her in it.
 The question of economy is prae- especially so at the present time.
 By 50 doing. they earn. if possible. ti- cir own money. even if only pennies, ard support their own circle.
 They learn the arts of cooking, swim. ming, sewing. basketry. painting. mak- necessary knowledge of health, along the lines Of caring for sick persons, handaging, some surgical work, dis eases and their remedies. and the fun daInental principles of medical prac- tice. sz
 There is the home craft, by which they win beads or honors in accom- plishing certain activities in the home.
 The health craft, where they look to and study health and first aids. and Red Cross services also games and out of door activities.
 Camp craft, an entirely out of door work, with many suggestions of Indian customs, life and occupations
 Hand craft, also beStows beads upon the girls who can make things success fully and do with their hands. includ- iEg dressmakingy painting. photogra- . ply, making toys for younger children, putting new conveniences in the home, etc.
 to work in, learning about trees, flow CTS, birds and animals, also being able tc can or preserve fruits which they gather themselves.
 Business gives them chance to earn money by doing and making fr.g economy. Selling articles made by them. Here is splendid chance for them to present a play or make articles for faiF,z making cake and taking orders, etc, etc.
 Patriotism enables them to partake in holiday celebrations, knowing facts O. foreign countries, getting acquainted with forms of government and state affairs of their own nation, and giving SC Tvice in a national way, learning dif- ferent national flags, recognizing, na- tional hymns, rulers, etc, being &C., quainted with lives of famous hlstor- fcal men, of their own country, learn ing to salute the flag and knowing the constitution and every word of our na- tional hymn. which is often sung at the meetings. s In all there are about 800 beads OF honors to win, There is plenty to keep them busy and at the same time they have an educational value.
 The law of the Campfire is to seek beauty Gin nature and work, give ser vice. be trustworthy, hold on to health, glorify work, be happy.
 There are three ranks. wood gather CTS. fire makers and torch bearer. The girls grow gradually and mature as they work for these ranks.
 They follow Indian crafts, their sim rlipitU Of life hu f0L Lxincy IYadiaT1 and symbols and wearing an Indian suggested gown (which the girls de- sign and embroider patterns on) for their council fire. They also work hard to obtain beads, thereby adding to their outfit of gown, headband and moccasins.
 Fire is taken as the symbol of the organization, for around it the first homes were built. A very pretty cere- mony accompanies the lighting of the fire at the meetings. The symbol of membership is the standing pine, for its simplicity and strength.
 'sWohelo'' is the watchword It is made up of the first two letters of work, health lore.
 The girls take charge of the meet ings, in turn, and under the guardian of the fire, learn the necessary as well as the elective methods of living an l honorable and upright life. giving out their influence to others. Each girl is better in every way for having been Campfire Girl Each girl becomes fully equipped with knowledge of housekeeping, for having practiced the Campfire activi- ties. Better wives. better mothers and better neiehbors result from this up- lifting circle: The Campfire. I should be more than glad to an swer any questions The Cornerites may ask regarding this. organization should like to see many Campfires started. It means so much for our 1 girls. They can begin this life at F years of age. f
 Younger than that, they can join the | "Bluebirds," under the supervision oi the guardian and other Campfire Girls who are mature enough to be benefi cial to them. SUNBONNET SUE. 1 CAKE WITHOUT SUGAR BIJTTER