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Inclusive Tours to South Africa at reduced rates. ING, it might be said, was born at sea, or as learning all there was to be learnt, gradually reach- close to the sea as one could possibly get ing efficiency in a Service in which he was to be so t K without being on ship. And he came bright a star. NEW ABERDEEN LINER " DIOGENES," 12,500 TONS. from a place where sailors grow like seaweed, and Then at that time rumours of war echoed through are as numerous as the rocks along the shores— ^the forests of the great country that to-d ay is known SSJss^stfsa* DALGETY & COMPABY, LIMITED Cornwall, that wild, rugged, beautiful stretch of as the United States of America. Someone had TO ————''—"" country that faces way out across the great heaving blundered in England, the settlers threw down the bosom of the wide Atlantic. gauntlet, and challenged the Mother Country for His birthplace was Launceston, the day April their independence. 23, and the year 1758. It is obvious that he came Fought America. from a well-to-do family, and in keeping with the White Star Line That was 1775. King, just returned from his custom followed by those who could afford it in eastern voyage, still in his teens, went with the CABIN Passengers Only. those days, the groundwork of his early education " Liverpool" to Virginia to fight the cause of his was laid by a Mr. Bailey, of Yarmouth, 110 doubt Australia to Southampton, London Government, and help retain America for the a semi-pi ivate tutor. and Liverpool via South Africa. Empire, which, however, was not to be. Rumours of War. It seems strange that fate should cast him into Regular Sailings of the Fine and But, his career already had been planned out such a war when one considers the fact that at the Popular Steamers for him, and before he had entered his teens, he full tide of his career he was to be the King's rep- " CERAMIC" - 18,500 Tons was sent to sea with the Navy, as midshipman resentative in the country that was to take the "MEDIC" - - 12,000 „ alward the Frigate Swallow, commanded by Capt. place of the one just lost. "PERSIC- - 12,000 „ Shirley, bound for the East Indies. No doubt he did his share in the affair which "RUNIC" - - 12^00 „ Little did he know then, while in the I was not, however, marked by any great naval "SUEVIC"- - 12^00 „ Southern Seas, that thirty years afterwards actions wherein the traditions of the navy could be Also Cargo Steamers at WHITE STAR LINER ••CERAMIC,' 18,800 TONS. he was to be the leading citizen of a new upheld; but he remained with his ship till she Frequent Intervals. _ land yet to be confiscated in the name of the was wrecked in Delaware Bay. TH«OUGHOUT AUSTRALIA AM King—Australia. Thence he wtnt into the Princess Royal in 1778, For Full particulars aa to Freight NEW ZEALAND and Paaage Money apply to DALGETY & COMPANY, LIMITED For five years he cruised about the East Indies, and in the following month, November, at the age THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 7 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. of twenty he was appointed lieutenant by Admiral though they badly blundered in his successor, Byron, and given a berth on the Renown. Bligh, with whom we will deal next month.

The following year he returned to England, and Progress marked King's six years' stay, and it is for a while served in the Channel aboard the cutter noteworthy that the first attempt to cross the Blue Kite, eventually going on to the Ariadne, where he Mountains was made with his encouragement by remained till the beginning of 1783. Barrilier in 1802. Furthermore, the H.M.S. In- P. & o. vestigator was refitted for Australian Exploration Went with Phillip. under Flinders in 1801, and in r8o2, Port Curtis and Port Bowen were discovered by the great Right through his life, fortune was not unkind navigator. ROYAL MAIL STEAMERS to Ring, and she gave him her greatest gift when she threw him into tne company of the human- After having served well and faithfully his king, To CEYLON, INDIA. EGYPT, MEDITERRANEAN PORTS itarian, Phillip, our first Governor, who was post our third Governor returned to the tand of his captain of the Ariadne. Obviously then the birth, where he died at Tooting, Surrey, on Sep- and LONDON. friendship grew into something strong, and when tember 3, 1808, leaving several children, one of Phillip was given command of the Europe, bound whom, Philip Parker King attained the rank of for the East Indies with reinforcements, King went Rear-Admiral, and surveyed the coasts of Australia, with him in January, 1783. and who became a prominent politician here in the early fifties. The year following, he returned, and when Phillip set out with the First Fleet in 1786, (Every Australian has heard of Governor Bligh, King came as his lieutenant on the Sirius, the only man on whom we cannot look with pride. and on January 18, 1788, landed with Phillip Bligh's extraordinary adventures, and his tyrannical in the Supply at Botany Bay. doings make interesting reading. Watch for his story next month). However, he was hardly in the new settlement when his worth was recognised, and he was made, by Phillip, Superintendent and Commandant of Norfolk Island, for which place he sailed on the armed tender, Supply, with a party of twenty-four Bums,Philp & Co. Ltd. persons to form the first British settlement on » March 5, 1788. Consult our Tourist Department lor

Two years were sufficient for him to put Passages to— the little settlement—then a place of greater ENGLAND also First and Second Saloon Only. punishment—on its feet and he returned to AMERICA Round the World Tours Port Jackson In 1790, when he sailed for AFRICA Round Pacific Tours England, returning South in 1791 on the INDIA Round Eastern Tours LUXURIOUS 16.000 TONS STEAMERS. CABINS DE LUXE. Gorgon, with the rank of Commander, and a CHINA Round Australia Tours Commission as Lieutenant-Governor of Nor- ELECTRIC LIFTS. JAPAN and Island Tours. folk Island. Passengers booked by ail lines, in any The Right Man—The Right Place. class and by any route. For Fares and all further particulars apply to Nine years he remained there, and not having wasted his time in learning the duties of admin- For itineraries and Pamphlets write or istrator, he was well fitted to assume the rank and call our MACDONALD, HAMILTON & CO. position of Governor of New South Wales in Sep- AGENTS tember 28, 1800. Tourist Department Once again the authorities in London had hit II BRIDGE STREET, SYDNEY. Tel. City 6321. Union House, 247 George Street, Sydney. upon the'right man to hold the important rank, THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 9 2FI THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL.

HUMOURS OF THE R.A.N. THE VIKINGS.

WHEN ENGLAND LOST THE TEST MATCH. Lawless Race of Fearless Men.

From Pirates to Colonizers.

Of all the (earless crews who roved the seas of yesterday, remarks an eminent American novelist, none can compare in daring and courage with those hardy mariners of the North of Europe—the Vikings.

HILE'they were primarily coasters, still in "Go Thou and Conquer." their open boats, they made what to us W In 852 A.A., the King of Norway sent his son, seem impossibly long voyages over the vast ^ " Olaf the White," to consolidate the '.esser Viking stretches of unknown waters. They cruised the chieftians. From this time on to the Norman Baltic and the Channel and raided the coasts of conquest, the Vikings were the most commanding Britain, France, and' Ireland. They even went as figures in Irish history and came nearer to sub- far south as the Mediterranean, to Constantinople duing the Emerald Isle than any power had before and the Holy Land. In one of the old Norse or since. sages there is a verse : *' They arrayed their ships for a Jerusalem faring and fared away from land." When the Vikings started from their homes on In the slang of to-day, that was "some fare." these long trips, they carried food in the form of a live beef or two aboard. After this was dispatched It is an historical fact that Lief, the son of Eric and eaten, they depended on foraging expeditions the Red, landed on the north coast of America in to keep the larder supplied. The cooking and the year 1,000, almost five hundred years before preparing of food was done turn about, each man Columbus. Ruins of stone structures on Martha's doing his share. There were no favorites except Vineyard were attributed to these sea wanderers, that four of the best men were told off to guard but later investigations have disproved this con- the flag that flew at the bow. The crew were tention. It is probable that Lief touched the chosen man for man. There were, consequently, coast of North America in several places, but did no cowards nor weaklings among them. For when not attempt to establish regular settlements. they once " fared away" from land, they were entirely on their own resources. The vikings were at first mere marauders and sea brigands, satisfied with a quick Their weapons were bows and arrows, spears raid, a hasty pilfering of a village, and and short double-edged swords. Later they added then back to their ship and away before the the heavy, two-handed battle axe to their fighting terror-stricken community could organise tools. They were well trained warriors evidently, itself for retaliation Later they became for we read of one sea chieftian called Olaf who colonisers. In the latter part of the eighth cen- was second to none as a swimmer. He could tury, they landed at Dublin in Ireland and foraged walk over the oars of his vessel while they were in the territory in the vicinity. Ireland must have motion and could hurl three darts with one hand appealed to ihem. One expedition followed another and cast a lance with either hand equally well. and in less than fifty years they had conquered Olaf must have been rather a rough customer in a

Yocso AUSTRALIAN SAILOR: "Who won the Cricket Matey!" over half of the country. rough and tumble fight. VKTERAN FROM KNULANU (disgusted) : " Oh ! The same bloke. th%t won the blooming war. 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 11 MARCHING TO VICTORY.' For Comfort AIMS AND OBJECTS OF THE NAVY LEAGUE.

and HE NAVY LEAGUE is a Voluntary Patriotic W Association of British Peoples, entirely outside party politics, desirous of rendering the great- Economy est service of which it is capable to the Empire, par- ticularly in connection with all matters concerning the sea. It upholds as the fundamental principle of Mangrovite Leather Soles National and Imperial policy COMPLETE NAVAL PRO TECTICN POR BRITISH SUBJECTS AND BRITISH COMMERCE are unexcelled. Manufactured from the ALL THE WORLD OVER. higher quality leather they undeniably Its objects are : give longer and more satisfactory wear. 1. To enlist on Imperial and National grounds, the sup- Mangrovite and " Klintstone" Waterproof Half port of allclasses IN MAI STAINING THE NAVY AT THE Stiles : —Men's 2/ , postage M. Women's an«l REQUISITE STANDARD OP STRENGTH, not only with a Youths' 1/-, postage 4il. in New South Wales. view to the safety of our trade and Empire, but Mangrovite Ordinary Half Soles: -Men's size !/.», also with the object of securing British prestige postage 5d Women and Youths' 1 Id, postage 3d. on every sea and in every port of the World. Children's 9«i, postage 3ROYAL NAVY, coasts of England and Ireland. The town of pride in their boats They never allowed them to taken every morning acts as WELDS US INTO ONE IMPERIAL WHOLE. London was besieged by them several limes. be captured by an enemy, often dragging them for a mild laxative and blood 5. To encourage and develop the Navy League Sea Although London was not nearly as large as it is miles over the ice to keep them from being taken. purifier. Cadet Corps not only with a view to keeping to-day, yet it was no mean city for a handful of alive the sea spirit of our race, but also to When the tide of battle turned against them ihey men to assault. enable the BOYS TO BECOME GOOD CITIZENS OP pulled out the plugs, and went down fighting. It Is effervescent and pleasant THE EMPIRE, by learning discipline, duty and Generally they returned home from their Their ships were their homes while cruising, as to take. self-respect in the spirit of their Motto - expeditions each fall before the storms of they were uncomfortable on land. At night an •• For GOD. for the KING, for the EMPIRE." winter and hauled their boats up on the awning was stretched from bow to stern, and the Ml Chemists and 6. To assist the widows and dependents of officers and men of the Royal Navy, including the crew slept aboard in leather sleeping bags. It is Storekeepers sell beach. Then, during the long northern win- Royal Australian Navy. Royal Marines and said of some of these nomads of the sea that they ELLIOTT'S FRUIT SALINE ters when the wind howled outside and the Mercantile Marine who were injured or who AT bays and fiords were ice locked, they sat " never jlept beneath a raftered roof, nor drained lost their lives in the War, and to educate ihelr around their blazing fires and made merry. the bowl by a sheltered hearth 1" 2s. 6d. per bottle. children. Continued oh page JO. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 13 2FI THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. "Floating Majestically in the Breeze." Three Years Abaft the Foremast.

A Great Life on the Ocean Wave.

Thrills and SpiUg of a Sailor's Career.

Told in Plain, Unvarnished Style. (BY A FARMER S BOY) No. II.

The first sensation which strikes a landlubber at sea is its sublime grandeur and loneliness.

A windjammer is vastly differently handled than a steamer, and where a steamer likes to cut off a corner — if one has to be rounded— the sailing vessel likes to give the land as wide an offing as possible.

Therefore with the exception of a couple of wooded peaks at least twenty-five miles to the westward, which were said to be on Lord Howe Island, we saw no more land until we made the coast of California, seventy-two days after quitting Newcastle.

Vhe Magnificent "Fairfax Banner" (presented to the ^Cavy League 'OR nearly three months the sky and waters sheet of transparent glass, at times without a ripple. F met all round the horizon, and then a thin Out on the jibboom one could see the ship's keel, by Miss Charles Fairfax). streak of dark grey Tar away on our star- as steady as if she was in dry dock. (Left) Mr. F. GURRE, 0.1.C. Lane Cove. (Middle) A Typical Sea Cadet board bow indicated that we had made a landfall. (R-ght) Mr. G. KIRKCALDIE, O.l.C. Drummoyne. Boys will be Boys. Only once did we pass a vessel, and this was at the beginning of the voyage, when a big four- The weather was hot enough to make the pitch THREE YEARS ABAFT THE FOREMAST masted barque, apparently bound for the coast of run in the seams on deck, and the crew, nearly all Painted Ships and Real Vessels. CONTINUE!*. South America, was sighted hull down, but too far of whom were clad in singlet and trousers only, In one respect the Mona's Isle behaved differ- off to signal. She had left Newcastle a day before thought nothing of diving overboard off the bul- The poor swimmers, and strange as it might ently from my anticipations, which had been drawn us, but had evidently not struck a fair wind. warks for fun. But as this interfered with dis- seem, the majority of the men on the Mona's Isle from painted pictures of ships gracing shop cipline, the cook, who had been prompted, formed Rain in Perpetuity. couldn't swim fifty yards to save their life, remem- windows, or from illustrations in periodicals. a nasty habit of spoiling the fun. bered the cook long after we got clear of the dol- As it was, we had a strong breeze coming up Ships in full sails riding high in a living gale, with drums. from the south-east, which just suited the Mona's It was usual to heave the end of the braces the sea running like mountains, and a sailor on Isle, and in three weeks we were talking of crossing over the side, so that the swimmers could the forecastle head smoking his pipe contentedly. Whilst none of them meant him any harm, a the line. But there is a belt of calms at the haul themselves up the ship's side, ready for Such was the artistic idea of life afloat. marlinspike would sometimes drbp from aloft Equator. The winds from the Northern Hemis- another dive. The cook, as soon as he de- perilously near the cook whenever he was sighted phere are here pulled up by those from the Southern, tec.ed a human fish on the line, would rush When the sea rose nothing like the painting, the by himself on deck, and the one who dropped it and as the low clouds are mostly rain bearers, it out of his galley with a bucket of coal ashes, Mona's Isle, well-laden as she was, would have would come down from aloft with an insincere rains heavens hard almost continually. and empty the bucket on the sailor clamber- her canvas reduced to foresail and single topsails, apology for his' clumsiness, in mockery to the In the lulls all hands were busy, taking advantage ing up the side. If the victim glanced up- and run like a racehorse under them. As it took cook's insincere apology for dropping a bucket of of every catspaw; but it needed a fair breeze to ward in breezy expostulation, he would get all hands to furl a topsail in a hard blow, there ashes on the head of a fagged swimmer. give the big, deeply-laden Mona's Isle steerage his eyes tull as well, and would have to let would be no chance to get the sail off her if she way. For days on end the ocean lay like a vast go the rope and drop back. 14 14 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 31

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played by somebody or other. HPAIULARLY, WILL SOON MOUNT UP, AS But big wooden vessels cannot be strongly built, ALL THE TIME YOUR MONEY IS EARNING any more than a model ship can be strongly built 4 PER CENT. INTEREST ON EVERY £ UP out of matches. TO £500 AND 3J PER CENT. ON EXCESS One night a new topsail split, owing to the TO £1,000. OPEN THAT ACCOUNT NOW. ignorance of one of the sailors sent aloft to unreef it. This particular one, who had been used to steamboats, let the weather earring go first, instead of last. The result was, as soon as most of the Government Savings Bank reef-points around the yard had been untied, the bellying sail ripped away the remainder. OF N.S.W. Silence Was Golden. Heri Office: 11-23IAITM PLACE, SVMIEY. As the topsail was worth about ^40, there waf 163 BRANGHE8 A OVER 600 AOXNOIKS the devil to pay. The skipper couldn't believe an 162 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 31 17

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AUNT MARY S | READY wto READY | DOES ITS WORK BAKING AVE WELL POWDER OFFICIALLY RECOGNISED BY THE AUSTRALIAN NAVY BOARD The Pore Product of the Grape. Ensures crispy crusted Scones and delightful pastries. The Navy League is Non-Sedlarian. The Navy League is Non-Political. USE NO OTHER Get a Tin from your Grocer. Mrs. Oswald McMaster and her EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING. South African Tour. During her recent visit to South Africa Mrs- The usual monthly meeting of the Executive Oswald McMaster evinced an active interest in Committee took place at the Royal Naval House the South African Navy League Sea Cadet move-' on Monday afternoon, January 12th. TD ment—and, by the same token, assured the Present : His Honor Judge Backhouse (in the sponsors of the movement in South Africa of the * chair), Commander Quick, Messrs. Kelso King, BROKEN HILL PROPRIETARY C° L fertile growth of our own N.S.NV. branch. G. E Fairfax, J. J. Eyre, T. Fox. F. W. Hixson, A. G. Milson, Harry Shelley, T. Payne, and Keith IRON 8T STEEL MASTERS " The Seven Seas" (the official organ of the South MINE OWNERS Jefferies (Organising Secretary). Apologies were Africa N L. Sea Cadets) published, in a recent received from Commander Wardle, Captain Pearce, issue, the following remarks anent Mrs. McMaster's Captain Craufurd and Mr. C. M. C. Shannon. MANUFACTURERS OF practical interest in the Navy League :— On behalf of the Committee the Chairman mow • •T.BL WQWMi " Australia, like the other dominions, has its TEE RAILS. BRIDGE RAILS. NIWCAITLI. N.« W. welcomed Mr. G. E. Fairfax, who once again took Navy League, and an interesting visitor in Cape- up his position as an Executive Officer. BEAMS. CHANNELS. town at present is Mrs. Oswald McMaster, an It was decided that Mr. Wood be appointed ANGLES. TEES. ROUNDS. active worker, and one of its great supporters. Hon Physical Instructor of the Balmain Sub- SQUARES. FLATS Mrs. McMaster, whose home is in Sydney, has Branch. OCTAGONS. PIG-IRON. been touring South Africa for the last six months, and is now in Capetown awaiting the " Demos- As an act of grace to Miss Charles Fairfax, INGOTS, BLOOMS AND thenes," which leaves for Australia on Thursday. donor of the Fairfax banner, the Secretary was BILLETS. REINFORCING instructed to communicate with Miss Fairfax and Mrs. McMaster has shown her active sympathy extend to her an invitation to present the Banner BARS, WIRE RODS. with the New South Wales Navy League bj^- to the Drummoyne Sub-Branch. ,.ft BENZOL. TAR, SOLVENT donating a fine silver challenge cup to the Sea General satisfaction was expressed in the Organ- Cadets. It is in memory of her husband, and ii NAPHTHA. SULPHATE OP LONDON: iser's report setting forth the fact of the steady % Of. WINCH«»T«R »T. called " The Oswald McMaster Cup." AMMONIA growth and enthusiasm of the Sub-branches. Mrs. McMaster has visited the " Genera) '..!•'* Botha," and been shown over it by Captain and *'*« RAILS ST Mrs. Norton, and on her return to Sydney will be THE NAVY LEAGUB JOURNAL has pleasijre in able to give an account of what this country ig. acknowledging a donation of ;£io from Mr. H. HEAD OFFICE: ESS MELBOURNE doing to give its boys a training for the sea " Austin to the Navy League. 2FI THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 19

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B A LM A IN. from a point opposite the depot to the finishing mark on the flagship, and resulted in Balmain CONCORD. They were under the command of Mr. Docking, winning by two lengths from Drummoyne with who was assisted by Ray Adams, late junior officer (ConIribuied by Mr. K. Fidden). Richmond (who used North Sydney Company's (Contributed by F. L. Adams) of Concord Company, now of H.M.A.S. Sydney, cutter) six lengths away. Richmond crew are to The improvements to the depot are well in and by E. Linguist of H.M.A.S. Tasmania. be complimented on their splendid showing, Early in December we moved into our new hand, and it is hoped to have the official opening seeing that they were compelled to use a strange depot, and now have everything in order for our Several of the boys' parents and sisters also within a few weeks. Electric light is to be in- boat, and a midship thwart had to bi improvised. naval instruction classes. stayed at the camp, and were a great help in stalled. cooking the meals, &c., and we are especially Arrangements are being made to shortly send a On December 21st twenty-two of the sea cadets, grateful to Miss Docking and Mrs. Bugden. The Company's Godmother, Mrs. M. Mayne, together with eighteen from Clovelly, and eight cricket team to Richmond. gave the cadets their usual Xmas treat at the from Drummoyne Companies, went into camp at I believe on one occasion the Company had depot. There was a full muster of cadets who Cronulla. roast duck for supper, which is a most unusual and Our Signal Mast has been erected, and adds spent a most enjoyable few hours. delectable dish to have served up in camp. After greatly to the appearance of the depot. Framed certificates were presented by Mrs. FOR NAVV I.RAC.UK — RINr. „0R NAVy ,,„:AGUE __ R,N(; ^ Mayne to the cadets who recently gained pro- motion to leading seamen, and framed photographs NORTH SYDN KY. of the guard of honor on the occasion of the opening of Betts Ward at Balmain and District (Contributed by Mr. H. Morrifcl. Hospital to officer Watt and Mr. A. Wood for their splendid assistance in improving the depot. Important suggestions for the raising of finance are down for discussion when the initial meeting of Honor was done the Navy League coupled with * our newly-formed Committee eventuates. The the Company's Godmother, by way of a toast. suggestions when placed into operation will give a decided impetus to our social activities. On Anniversary Day the Balmain Regatta, "Makes Scones White and Light." "Pastry Nice and Crisp." which has been revived, was held in front of the The members of our crew are practising dili- depot. Richmond Company were entertained by gently tinder Mr. McDonald (officer-in-charge) for Made of the Pureit ingredients and packed by machinery the above us to lunch and tea. During the afternoon a the cutter race on Anniversary Day, and we feel line represents a Standard of Quality which cannot be excelled anywhere. cutter nee was held, in which Drummoyne, Rich- confident that North Sydney's colours will be mond, and Balmain competed. The course was carried to victory. ORDER A TRIAL PACKET AT ONCE. 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 21 a very enjoyable and instructive time they all the officer-in-charge. The Company's mascot (Miss Peggy Gurre) was also the recipient of a returned home on md January. ing medal will be given to the Sea Cadet obtaining present in the form of a black cat. A huge Christ- Resigned, at own request—Chief Officer Hinch- At the last meeting of the Committee of Parents the highest number of marks in a competitive mas cake decorated with candles representing liffe. and Friends Mr. Bugden kindly donated two gold examination, to be held shortly. port and starboard watches, considerably enhanced RICHMOND. medals to be competed for—one for general the " festive atmosphere." About 20 of our Sea Cadets went into camp efficiency and one for good behaviour. with the Concord Company during the Christmas (Contributed by Mr. J. C. A mill). Mr. Adams also denoted a gold medal lor the Our ten days camp at Kurnell was very much vacation. The Cronulla Surf Club placed its best attendance. enjoyed by the cadets. During the holidays a quarters and the surf boat at the disposal of the number of the cadets walked to Cronulla, a dis- Cadets and in this respect we are grateful to the The Richmond sub-branch held a successful We purpose holding a swimming carnival some tance of 14 miles, to visit the cadets of the Con- popular Vice-Captain (Mr. C. Michaelis) and Mr. and enjoyable euchre party and dance on the night time in March at Ashton's Baths at Mortlake, cord and Clovelly sub-branches. Whilst in camp Hardy. In addition, our sincere thanks are ex- of December 9th, 1924. The hall was tastefully when we will hold an inter Company race. The the cadets ex|>erienced a very pleasant surprise tended to Mr. Glasgow, proprietor of the Cronulla decorated with flags, buntings, and streamers, and date will be announced in my February notes. from Mr. and Mrs. Bowden, whose son is a Pictures, who allowed the cadets free admission, refreshments were provided by the ladies of the Welfare Committee. A launch picnic will be held on Anniversary member of our sub-branch. They supplied the Dr. Miller for a donation of "extras," and Mr. C. Day to enable friends and parents to attend the boys with quite a feast of cake, fruit, nuts and Isles, Suburban Carrying Co., who transported all Much credit for the evening's enjoyment is due our camping gear free of cost from Cronulla to regatta. lollies. to Mrs. Cahill, a most capable and energetic Clovelly. PROMOTIONS. worker of the league. I) R U M M O Y N E. leading Seaman Jack Gurre to Petty Officer, PROMOTIONS. The following ladies assisted her:—Mesdames which honor, I fancy, makes him the youngest Sea Cadet K Johnson, who obtained the maximum W. Marlin, F. Drayton, A. Marlin, Reay, Pearce, P.O. in the Navy league, and Sea Cadet William points in signalling for his sub-branch in the Rowlands, Phillips, McCabe, Ezzy, Whittley, (Contributed by H. Cardwell). Miles to leading seaman. Fairfax Banner competition, to Acting Petty Collins. Antill, Misses Phipps and Nay. About 30 boys accompanied by Mr. \V. Hooper, Officer, Sea Cadet R. Worrall to leading seaman. Our President (Mr. J. H. Taylor) proved him- Good conduct stripes to Sea Cadets T. Bowden, and Mr. Hooper, senior, held a three days' camp Mr. Linguist, who is .acting in second command of self an efficient M.C. at Bradley's Head during the Christmas recess. J. Butcher, J Roberts, F. Pritchard, J. Gooch,and the Company, to Mr. Docking, is rendering sterling Mr. T. H. Stead, treasurer, and Mr. Donohan Despite inclement weather they had an enjoyable C. Hedges. assistance and tuition to the cadets. also rendered sterling assistance. time, and rendered valuable service to a sailing NEW MEMBERS. boat which had got into difficulties. L. Lawrence, M. Miller, C. Nunn, and F. Miles. We have just received a beautiful trophy in the shape of a photograph of our cutter and crew which Discharged, at own request—A. Godden. won the race at Concord Regatta. At our depot, on Thursday, 8th January, some IW-cwisg" wfSsoomS vtucuT CLOVELLY. 40 cadets celebrated the winning ol the Fairfax mjrtujHo «m vntuM «mt utw vun nra tocurt cv\t (EASTERN SUBURBS HEADQUARTERS) NUCVttWOmtCO V^ajyyX Banner. We are grateful to Messrs. Tooths Ltd. for their donation of a keg of ginger beer on that 5 occasion. Three rousing cheers were given our (Contributed by Mr. C. J. Hoplun.) benefactors by the boys. During the Month of December we received a visit from Mr. Harry Shelley, Captain Craufurd Handy on Land or Afloat LANE COVE. and the Secretary of the Navy League (Mr. Keith Jefferies). THE " CRAKs" The visit which took the form of a tour of in- EVERPOINTEP PENCIL (Contributed by F. Gurre). spection of the waterfront of Clovelly and Thomp- Our Christmas celebrations took the form of a son's Bay, arose from out a discussion at the For a sm^II cost, every navy iad can buy a pencil that will last for many yean. social evening, held at the depot on December December meeting of the Executive Committee One turn of the cap sends the pencil in or out. Has pocket dip, with extra 20th. On this appropriate occasion a number of of the Navy League, regarding the safety or other- leads. It is a neat looking pencil that will fit nicely into the jacket pocket presentations were made as follows: —Jack knives, wise of our proposed anchorage. to Sea Cadets T. Bowden, J. Buteher, C. Hedges, Price, 4s. 6d- Messrs. Walder's, Ltd., Tent Manufacturers, J. Roberts, Ivor Grinrod, C. Mcintosh, J. Gooch, F. Pritcherd, and leading Seaman J. Gurre for have kindly donated a tarpaulin to be used as a having successfully passed the Compass test; and boat covering, just what we needed. W. C. Penfold & Co., Ltd. special prizes to Sea Cadets T. Bowden and Messrs. R. H B. Johnson and R. White, £2 is. J. Butcher, who, together with Leading Seaman each, Mrs. Johnson, a drum and Mr. Jack, Manu- Stationers, Printers and Systematists W. Miles, have not missed one parade since the facturing Jeweller, 2 gold medals, are other kindly Company was formed. donors. One gold medal, donated by Mr. Jack 88 Pitt Street, Sydney During the evening the boys of the sub-branch has been presented to the Assistant Secretary, Miss L. Johnson, for her untiring efforts. The remain- Estd. 95 years ' Phone, B 6464 presented, as a token of respect, a fountain pen to lieso-tetf) Four Lin.. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 23 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. DRUMMOYNE WINS FAIRFAX BANNER. Presentations. At an Evening which was held in the drill hall SEA CADET BUTCHER ANNEXES on the night of December 23rd, 1924 Captain Your Signature on a Cheque McMASTER GOLD MEDAL. R H. Wade, OC , presented Signaller Marl in MAKES YOUR AUTOGRAPH WORTH WHILE with a gold medal, a token of appreciation oPhis good performance in gaining 96 per cent, for On Saturday, 13th December, the Annual Squad Drill, signalling, knots, bends and hitches. A CHEQUE ACCOUNT OPPKK8 YOU A M KIM I'M OF MONEY Semaphore signalling at the annual Fairfax Com- Competition for The Fairfax Banner and The IIRUMMOYNE emerged victorious with 345 petition held at Lyne Park on December 13th, EXCHANGE THAT IS SAKK, SPEEDY AND FREE FROM McMaster Gold Medal took place at Lyne points. RICHMOND (last years'winners) were 1924. THE CUMBERSOME BURDEN OF MONEY CHANGING. Park, Rushcutter's Bay. second with 340 points and NORT H SYDNEY Three cheers were called for by C P O. Stead THE SAVINOS IIANK DEPARTMENT OFFERS YOU SAFE third with 338 points. for L. Marlin, to which the company heartily CUSTODY AND INTEREST ON YOUR MONEY, AND ITS responded. In the Semaphore reading Competition North SERVICE EXTENDS TO EVERY BRANCH OF THE BANK C.P.O. Stead, on behalf of the Comjiany, pre 1923-24 WINNER OF MCMASTER Sydney's representative SEA CADET BUTCHER, the sented Captain R. H. Wade, O.C., with a very AND EVERY MONEY ORDER POST OFFICE THROUGHOUT 1923 Champion, was again successful with 86 useful present, which consisted of a pipe and AUSTRALIA. GOLD MEDAL. points. SEA CADET COOPER of Clovelly was second tobacco pouch DO BUSINESS WITH Yoi'R <)\V\ BANK - IT IS GUARAN- with 80 points. Sea Cadet Cooper's display was Captain R. H. Wade, O.C., responded, and fnrticularly meritorious for he had received only thanked the boys for their much appreciated and TEED BY AUSTRALIA. a month's tuition. useful gifts. Three hearty cheers were then given Captain Thanks to the courtesy of Captain Craufurd, R. H. Wade, O C., by the Company. Chief Yeoman of Signals, Gilbert, of Garden A telegram received by Captain R. H. Wade, (Uonmuutfaraltl] Bank Island, and Petty Officer Deacon of H.M.A.S. O-C , from Mr. S. J. Lea Wilson, wishing the boys Tingira attended as judges. a Happy New Year, was also announced. uf Australia. The Navy League extends its thanks to these Refreshments were then provided by the Indies' judges for the painstaking manner in which they Welfare Committee, and the evening concluded officiated. with musical items and games. A rexophone was kindly lent for the occasion A well merited compliment to the out- by Mrs. G. Kilduff. standing ability displayed by the Sea Cadets Miss Phipps, who is an enthusiast worker of the Globe Brand in the various Competitions, was volunteered League, kindly lent the records. by Ihe judges, both of whom stated that they The Richmond sub-branch desires to convey to Meat Products had pleasure in mentioning the fact that the SEA CADET PERCY BUTCHER ail other sub-branches of the Navy League its QUALITY GUARANTEED competitors reached a higher standard than (NORTH SYDNEY) heartiest wishes for a bright and Happy New the boys from the " Tingira." Year. ASK FOR Bravo! then to the Navy League Sea With the exception of Concord all the Sub- Cadets and their honorary instructors. ANNIVERSARY REGATTA. Globe Sheep Tongue Hranches were present to show the prowess of the Navy League movement. Otficers-in-Charge are reminded of the Navy League Cotter Race to be held in As the Cadets, grouped under the banners of S. C. PARKER association with the Anniversary Regatta Globe Ox Tongue the various Sub-Branches took up their position on M. H. 8. on Monday, January 26th. Entries-and it the ground —their spic and span and uniform is confidently anticipated that each Sub- appearance evoked the admiration of the targe DISPENSING CHEMIST Branch will be represented—will be re- Globe MeatExtract gathering of onlookers. ceiyed by the Secretary of the Navy 21 Willoughby Road, League. The general excellence of the Cadets was a JAMES BARNES LIMITED fitting tribute to the Officers-in Charge and their Crow's Nest. deputies. MANUFACTURERS After a keen struggle in the Fairfax Banner TEL. NORTH 331. Please ask a friend to support the Navy KEDFERN, NEW SOUTH WALES Competition in which points were awarded for League Sea Cadet Movement. ESTABLISHED 18S1. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 25 2FI THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 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Permanent Trustee Co. of N.S.W., Ltd, as Government Savings Bank of New South Wales, over board and jump for :t? Not a bit of it Sydney. O'Connell St., Sydney. The Cathkit's Voyage. What mattered it if they were blown down to the Hardy Bros., Ltd., Jewellers, 13 Hunter St., S. C. Parker, Dispensing Chemist, 21 Willoughby Sydney. Road, Crow's Nest. South Pole ? They might still find a chance to Huddart, Parker, Ltd, 10 Bridge St., Sydney. Saxton & Sons, Ltd., A. C. Timber Merchants, NELSON-ANZAC BREED HOLDS GOOD land—some day. Sydney. Joyce Biscuits, Ltd., Camperdown, Sydney. IN SEA EPIC. John Bull Self Raising Flour. The Australian Bank of Commerce, Ltd., There's a wonderful example in the voyage of Kiwi Boot Polish. All boot stores. Sydney. this little craft, little knowing it, the crew were The Bellambi Coal Co., Ltd., 16 Spring St., Mangrovite Belting. Every day hjMtory ie being made by the men establishing yet another moral of what the British Mary Gold Essences All grocers. Sydney. who go down to the sea in ships The Commercial Banking Company of Sydney, sailor can do. Melbourne Steamship Co., Ltd., corner Clarence Every minute finds the making of a new epie and Barrack Sts., Sydney. Ltd. of the aea, invariably created by Britishers. Theatres—J. C. Williamson, Ltd., Sydney. And they came through, not to their destination, Mercantile Mutual Insurance Co., Ltd., 16 Who has yet forgotten the wonderful hero- though, after fifty-three days of a tormenting Martin Place, Sydney. Upton & Co., Ltd., Soap Manufacturers ism of the ill fated Trevessa, which went down McIUwraith, McEacharn Line of Steamers, Alexandria. to Davy Jones' Locker in the Indian Ocean a anxiety, after a nightmare voyage when destruction 61 Pitt Street, Sydney. White Star Line of Steamers. Dalgety & Co year or so ago ? and death faced them every moment. Murdoch's Ltd., Park St., Sydney. Ltd., Sydney. There are few tales of the sea to compare Newland's Bros., Bedstead Manufacturers, Whisky—Red, White and Blue. All hotels and with it. Almost at the last of their food, many miles east Sydney. clubs. of Twofold Bay, they met a steamer, asked for Orient Line of Steamers, Spring St., Sydney. Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. HOUSANDS of miles from land, facing " Pacific Coal," 58 Pitt St., Sydney. J. R. B. Watt, Dispensing Chemist, 457 Miller food, received it, and with a wave of hats set off Perdriau Rubber Co., Ltd , George St., Sydney. Street, Suspension Bridge T thirst and then death, in a few open boats, again to try and find the coast. Perpetual Trustee Co , Ltd., Hunter St., Sydney. Zam-Buk. All Chemists. with provisions running short, the gallant But still the elements were against them, and P. & O. Steamship Co., Ltd., Union House, crew refused to know what defeat was. Sydney. it was not till the end of October that the scow Pearson's Sand Soap. All grocers. PLEASE ASK A FRIEND TO HELP Had their hearts been less noble, their manhood limped into Port Jackson, with a dead-tired crew Penfold, W. C. & Co., Ltd., 88 Pitt St., Sydney THE NATT LEAGUE. weak, they might have given up the fight without that asked for nothing except a chance to sleep. ever trying to make a fight. What about the destiny of the Southern Pacific Distance was no barrier, the sea held no terrors when we can breed men like this ? The Nelson- for them. Anzac breed is still good in 1924. And epics like They landed after completing a voyage that this will always be made for inclusion in the book easily beats that of Governor Bligh when he set of our maritime history. UAC sail for Australia in an open boat, after being put overboard by the mutineer Christian, who left him and his officers to their fate, and cleared off in the Every member of the Navy League Bounty. 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I THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 29 2FI THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE AUSTRALIAN AS A The figures show that young Australians SEAMAN. are taking in increasing numbers to a seafaring career, and in course of time LORD NELSON" we shall find them sailing into all the Many unthinking critics are apt to smile when ports in the Seven Seas. AND THE OLD mention is made of "Australian seamen." But It is a fine thing that this most ancient and the smile is unwarranted. The Native Bom take honorable calling, in which men of British birth " VLCTORY to the sea as readily as their British forefathers. have engaged since long before the days of Drake UU- The figures show it. MADE HISTORY FOR and Frobisher, should be attracting our sons. The Of a total of 19,255 seamen employed on mercantile marine is one of the Empire's sheet BRITAIN Btitish ships for the year ended June 30th, anchors in war time. 1923, only 1,769 were foreigners, leaving 17,486 The bravery and self sacrifice of Britain's mer- A of British birth. [MAR^MSoldSI chant sailors and deep sea fishermen, constitute PERFECT ESSENCES Despite all that the critics of the Australian an inspiring chapter in our Empire's storied BURNET'S as a sea-going man have to say, the Native history. Born show up very well, some 5,487 of these It is good to know that the spirit of the North- REAISTCRCO seamen having been born in the Commonwealth. land still lives in men of the sunny Southland, the Original I JELLIES In fact the Australians outnumber by more > MARY GOLD ESSENCES and that its men are entering the mercantile known all over the Commonwealth thah five to one sailors of Swedish, Norwegian marine in ever increasing numbers. This healthy HAVE MADE FAME FOR for their Sterling Value. Finnish, Danish, and Italian nationality. There spirit is being warmly encouraged by the Navy There is nothing wrong about that. League, AUSTRALIA

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the bodies of his slaves were ranged along side him jurd, in a well-preserved state, and is known as the men. These were the days of short thrift for the THE VIKINGS—Continued from page 10. together with his weapons. The boat was filled Iogstad ship. The dimensions of this ship are vanquished. Plunder and loot were the rule, and Yet they were a human lot—not without sense with inflammable material, the gayly colored sail about 80 feet long, i6|ft. wide, and 6ft. deep, none were more fitted for these wild times than the made lapstreak, one board over-laying the other, of humor. It is written that they once sent a hoisted, and fire applied to the fuel. With all his voyagers from the coasts of Scandinavia. and the seams caulked with cattle hair. The package to the King of Norway. Upon opening belongings he shoved off on his last voyage to the But the days of unrestricted plunder and pillage planking is of an inch and three quarter oak It it, he found an anchor carved out of cheese, and music of the crackling fire and the roar of flame, are past. The morning sun will never glint upon was driven by thirty-two oarsmen, sixteen to a side. a message that it would " hold the ships of Nor- while his friends gathered 011 shore and watched the rows of bronze shields slung over the bulwarks The rowing benches were not continuous across way's king." the boat until it passed out of sight, a glowing of a sea raider again. The inhabitants of an inland the boat. A passage way was left in the middle, Another custom that marks them as a nation of spot on the sky-line. village will never flee in terror now at the sound of extending from bow to stern. Thus the fighting sailors, is the manner of disposing of the body of a Norse chant, wind borne from a Viking crew as The ships of these people were rather heavily men could readily pass from one end to the other. a chieftain. A wild, picturesque way in keeping they swung to their oars driving up the river. built— double ended, well-constructed vessels. A T he square sail was fastened to a yard aloft. with the adventurous roving life of the living This hardy, courageous, fighting seaman has long single, large loose-footed square sail and oars When at anchor, this sail was furled on to the spar chieftain was observed. His body was placed since sailed flaming out to his last Valhalla. furnished the driving power. The best example of above, and not lowered to the decks. sitting upright against the mast of his vessel, facing an ancient Viking craft is the one fcund at Sande- Although the deeds of the Vikings are forward toward the sea. To keep him company, A replica of this ship was built for the World's history, their heritage lives on. As long as Fair at Chicago, and sailed across from Bergen to a blue-eyed, fair-haired Olaf or an Ericson America in 1893. She made Iwtter time than can be found aboard a ship ; as long as a many a tramp steamer, averaging nine knots for Swanson or a Peterson name is on the When shall we see the next in Sydney Harbour? the voyage, although considerable heavy weather articles, the blood of Eric the Red is roving was met with on the passage across the Atlantic. the seas.

Considering the strength of these boats as com- pared to those of other peoples at this time, it is not at all improbable that one reason Caesar's Ask a friend to join the Navy League. legions never conquered any further north than England, was due to the Vikings. The principal method of offence of the Roman galley was to ram an opponent. Imagine a lightly built galley of cedar and pine crashing into the thick and solid oak-planked Viking ship. The galley would likely smash its beak off short, fill and sink, while the berserk crew of the Norsemen quickly dispatched KIWI the Roman warriors, burdened with their armour, Boot Polishing struggling in the water. The Romans were soldiers—not sailors—and OUTFITS the Vikings were both sailors and fearless fighting MOST SUITABLE For Our Journal —FOR—

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Recently the Executive Committee distributed recent annual display at Rose Bay in the competi- (Mercantile ^Mutual 2\nmmxxtt (Eompattg tro rata among the various sub-branches a sum of tions for the beautiful " Miss Charles Fairfax flag " £200. In the matter of financial assistance and the " McMaster gold medal," proved conclu- LIMITED. the Executive Committee, representing the sively that the high standard of cadet efficiency AN AUSTRALIAN INSURANCE COMPANY. splendid citizens who are the prop and chief aimed at by the officers and deputies is being surely support of the Navy Cadet movement, are attained. The enthusiasm of the lads is unquest- ever ready to come to the assistance of ioned. Add to these factors a little sub-branch jlitidot*: the sub-branches. But that should not be energy in raising funds, and the future is ours. A. K. JAQUES, CHAIRMAN C. C. GAI.K J.M.ATKINSON. accepted by members of the Branches as a More effective organisation will then be made THKO. J. MARKS. U J. DA VIES. reason for " leaning against a post," in the easy, the membership increased, and social work accepted traditional Australian fashion. That made possible on a larger scale. When we have FIRE, MARINE, ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS, WORKMEN'S is not " a way they have in the Navy," accomplished these ends, none of the Branches will ever again be even temporarily embarrassed. COMPENSATION, BOILER EXPLOSION, MOTOR CAR, Members must cultivate the fine spirit of inde- PUBLIC RISK AND PLATE GLASS INSURANCE. pendence. They must pride in the fact that they We may add that this splendid all-British move- are self-supporting There must be a splendid ment for securing and training recruits for the Losses by Lightning, Bush Fires and Be Patriotic—Insure Australian Property spirit of rivalry between branches to excel each Australian navy certainly deserves more practical Gas Explosion Paid. in an Australian Insurance Company. other in putting their finances 011 a credit basis. support from the Commonwealth Government They must, like the Village Blacksmith, " owe no than it has so far received. " Fine words butter man." no toast." It is well to have the good-wishes HEAD OFFICE: 16 MARTIN PLACE, SYDNEY. All the signs and portents indicate that 1925 is of the Federal Government, but it would be KELSO KING. MANAGER. going to be a bumper year for the movement. so much better to have an annual vote of a First, we have the generous-handed support of sum of money to encourage the work being the Executive; and second, the movement is undertaken by the Navy Sea Cadet move- steadily and surely expanding in new directions as ment, sponsored by patriotic citizens, and indicated by the membership roll. Also, the managed by the enthusiastic, self-sacrificing standard of proficiency is rising gradually, and a officers and deputies associated with the Interstate Steamship Sailings heartier spirit of comradeship is growing. The recruits.

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Castaways. Returned to England. The Bounty sailed away leaving the castaways He was put aboard a ship of war in the harbour, to make south west. Their voyage is one of the and in 1809 arrived back in England, unregretted greatest epics of the sea. 3.500 miles they by the settlers of the colony. Yet discipline was travelled to the isle of Timon, where they discipline in those days, and because Bligh was P. & O. arrived without having lost one man. Bligh was theii accredited representative the Government a despot no doubt, but he was a wonderful sailor of the time in England took his part, and stood —certainly a man, if it had not been for his ways, behind him. ROYAL MAIL STEAMERS the navy could well be proud of. The result was that Colonel Johnstone, who took control of the Colony from January to July, Subsequently, he reached England, where he after his arrival in England in 1S09, whence he To CEYLON. INDIA. EGYPT, MEDITERRANEAN PORTS surprised the people with the narration of his tale had proceeded for the Bligh inquiry, was cashiered —one that thrilled, and no doubt, gained for the and allow to return tv- Australia. navy many recruits inspired with the magnificence and LONDON. Bligh died in 1817. But his name will always of the feat. be in the history books of the Commonwealth — He was again sent to the South Seas for bread no matter how great we become, if only for the fruit, and secured a large quantity which he trans- fact that he was the central—if unfortunate—figure ported to the West Indies. in our first rebellion. Possibly, the powers that were in London, (/// our next issue vie will ileal with Admiral Sir Harry looked upon him as an admirable character to take Ho!.i

It was the first great mistake made by the Consult our Tourist Department for Colonial Office, the sort of mistake that they could Passages to— not afford to repeat too often. Yet, it is obvious ENGLAND also First and Second Saloon Only. that after the wise and generous rule of Phillip, Hunter, and King the reaction from the coming of AMERICA Round the World Tours a different type of man germinated rebellion, and AFRICA Round Pacific Tours LUXURIOUS 16,000 TONS STEAMERS. CABINS DE LUXE. sent him back to England disliked by all his INDIA Round Eastern Tours subordinates. CHINA Round Australia Tours ELECTRIC LIFTS. Till January, 1808, the citizens put up with his JAPAN and Island Tours. treatment until the severity of his measures created Passengers booked by all lines, in any discord and a general attack on him by the people For Fares and all further particulars apply to of the Colony. class and by any route. Seeing the end coming. Bligh hid himself For itineraries and Pamphlets write or MACDONALD, HAMILTON & CO. beneath a bed in the old building that stands in grounds opposite where the Hotel Metropole call our AGENTS stands to day, and from there he was arrested by order of the civil and military officers of the Tourist Department Td. City 6321. Union House, 247 George Street, Sydney. colony, under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel II BRIDGE STREET, SYDNEY. Johnstone. 2FI THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 9 HUMOURS OF THE R.A.N. PACIFIC PROBLEMS.

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^•"^HE international press has recently given It is worthy of attention that following these | prominence to a statement made by a mem- notes Japan gave similar prominence to her ex- ber of the Naval Department of the United pressed intention of refusing the visit of an Ame- States, in which he is reported as having strongly rican fleet to her waters. advocated a conference of the white races with the There are a few aspects of these diplomatic object of neutralizing the policy of Japan in the bickerings which it would be merely stupid to Pacific. overlook ; one being the quite unconcealed hos- This utterance was, of course, promptly repudi- tility exhibited by the Japanese press towards the ated by the United States Government) who U.S.A. and more especially towards any naval asserted that at no time were friendly relations activity, which seem to indicate that the U.S.A. between the two powers so satisfactory as they did not propose submitting to any implication were at present. which would allow Japan to assume superior and

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overriding interests in Pacific waters; and the anxious hopeless women replaces the bonny girl other, in which we are more directly intere»ted, who, in a better climate, would still be as attrac- i.e., Japanese sulkiness at the proposed British tive as ever. All that is so certain that it does not AIMS AND OBJECTS OF Naval base in Singapore. The latter is frankly so permit of urgument. The woman who now and For Comfort THE NAVY LEAGUE. much a matter of our own business that ordinary then does not conform to the general rule only persons fail to see anything but the undoubted draws attention to the fact that she is a lucky unfriendliness underlying the opposition. person, and is the object of envy and dislike to and HE NAVY LEACUE is a Voluntary Patriotic the women who have not been so fortunate. Association of British Peoples, entirely outside To bring the matter down to a homely simile, party politics, desirous of rendering the great- I approach the strongest argument and most the objection is tantamount to a householder who Economy est service of which it is capable to the Empire, par- important objection—the children I assert, as purchased a revolver to protect his home and who ticularly in connection with all matters concerning emphatically as it is within my power to do, that no in consequence of that quite reasonable precaution the sea. It upholds as the fundamental principle of child can be reared under healthy conditions in became subject to plaintive objection, for the National and Imperial policy COMPLETE NAVAL PRO the tropics. I am, of course, referring to the Mangrovite Leather Soles reason that, in defending his home he might con- TECTI0N FOR BRITISH SUBJECTS AND BRITISH COMMERCE British race. In India the question is the great ceivably interfere seriously with the possible are unexcelled. Manufactured from the ALL THE WORLD OVER. domestic tragedy. I have seen parents year after marauder. Its objects are :•— year facing that problem which they know is prac- higher quality leather they undeniably 1. To enlist on Imperial and National grounds, the sup- Australia, the island continent and home of tically insoluble, except in manner which cannot give longer and more satisfactory wear. port of all classes IN MAINTAINING THE NAVY AT THE future millions, and greatness beyond conception, well be adopted—such as giving up their living in Mangrovite and " Klmtstone" Waterproof Half is the world's great international prize. The mere the tropics, and of course sacrifice a lucrative Soles :—Men's 2/-, postage ttd. Women's and REQUISITE STANDARD OP STRENGTH, not only with a view to the safety of our trade and Empire, but fact that it is at present our possession--and in our position. Youths' 1/-, postage 4stage 3d. question as definitely as we like to assume. on every sea and in every port of the World. Children's 9d, postage 3d. in New South Wales 2. To convince the general public that expenditure A purely British-Australia is a glittering bauble upon the Navy is the national equivalent of to be dangled before an idealistic people. In con- the ordinary insurance which no sane person ception it is wholly admirable—but, like the PERDRIAU Mangrovite Belting Ltd. grudges In private affairs, and that SINCE A Chmrlea Ludowiai, Mnnagina Director, majority of Utopian ideals hard, and material facts SUDDEN DEVELOPMENT OP NAVAL STRENGTH IS dominate its feasibility. I will amplify this by "WATERSHED" 4» YORK ST. (Wynyird Squire) SYDNEY. IMPOSSIBLE, ONLY CONTINUITY OP PREPARATION adding that the same remark applies to a merely CAN GUARANTEE NATIONAL AND IMPERIAL white Australia. GARDEN HOSE SECURITY. Guaranteed 3 Years 3. To bring home to every person in the Empire Northern Territory Problem. that commerce can only be guarded from any The Northern equatorial territory can never be SOLD BY ALL STORES -The first drink of the d*y.' possible attack by a Navy, IN CONJUNCTION the home of healthy British stock. I have read WITH THE AIR FORCE, sufficiently strong in all the the arguments for and against, but after twenty-five PERDRIAU RUBBER CO. Ltd. elements which modern warfare demands. years in tropical countries I claim to know some- 270 George St. Sydney, and in all States ELLIOTTS 4. To teach the citizens of the Empire, young and thing of what I write. I give in broad lines - and old alike, that ' it is the Navy whereon, under in support of what I say—the reasons why healthy the good providence of Cod, the wealth, safety settlement cannot be hoped for. CONCORD. FRUIT and strength of the Kingdom chiefly depend." and that THE EXISTENCE OP THE EMPIRE, with the Tropical settlement can only be proved or dis- (Contributed by F. L. Adams) liberty and prosperity of its peoples. No LESS proved by taking the case of similar tropical con* On Anniversary Day several of the parents and friends DEPENDS ON THE MERCHANT SERVICE, WHICH, ditions in other countries ; and to start with. I am SALINE held a launch picnic to witness the regatta and cutter race, UNDER THE SURE SHIELD OP THE ROYAL NAVY, ready to admit that men may, and have, lived in and afterwards proceeded to Clifton hardens where a very WELDS US INTO ONE IMPERIAL WHOLE. the tropics for many years without apparent dis- enjoyable time was spent. taken every morning acts as ability. In a lesser sense, women have been Unfortunately, our cutler was leaking so badly that our a mild laxative and blood 5. To encourage and develop the Navy League Sea known to exist similarly ; but with this difference, crew had to retire from the race owing to the great Cadet Corps not only with a view to keeping quantity of water in the boat. purifier. that whereas a man may lose any personal attrac* alive the sea spirit of our race, but also to Mr. Docking will be pleased to challenge any other Com- enable the BOYS TO BECOME GOOD CITIZENS OP lions he may possess owing to the smashing powe{ pany to a sailing race. It Is effervescent and pleasant THE EMPIRE, by learning discipline, duty and of the sun's rays, and merely regard the happening The proposed Swimming Carnival has been abandoned, as part of the code, indeed he may value his tanned but we hope to hold one next season. to take. self-respect In the spirit of their Motto — hide and wrinkled brow with a good deal of com* We are holding a series of dances during the coming •• For GOD. for the KINO, for the EMPIRE." placency. The same cannot be said of a woman. season at St. George's Hall, Burwood, and will be very All Chemists and 6. To assist the widows and dependents of officers pleased to supply tickets to any of the officers of the Com- It is 9 woman's heritage and allurement that she and men of the Royal Navy, including the panies. Storekeepers sell may keep her fine complexion, youthful appear- Royal Australian Navy, Royal Marines and One of our late junior officers, Roy Adams, now of ELLIOtrS FR IT SALINE ance, and general attractiveness for a reasonable H.M.A S. Sydney, succeeded in winning the 100 yards Mercantile Marine who were injured or who number of years. In the tropics she becomes in Swimming Championship of the R.A.N., under 18 years of AT lost their dves In the Wfx. and to educate their a very short time bloodless—complexion is gone* age. children. teeth, hair all suffer, and in a very few years the Another of our late meiabers, R. Lee, has joined the 2s. 6d. per bottle. R.A.N., and is now stationed at Westernport. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 13 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL.

dangerous True, the chisels embedded them- The Mona's Isle was logging sixteen Three Years Abaft the Foremast. selves in the ceiling, and not in the men glueing knot 3 on a wind, her best point of sailing, up the doors on trestles near by ; and it might as she made directly for the Cfoklen Oate have looked more dangerous than it really was. A tug boat sheered alongside us smartly A Great Life on the Ocean Wave. But after a taste of the broad blue ocean, life in and proffered a towline, bnt the skipper a factory seemed slavery in comparison. Neither only smiled sickly, and advised the tng's Thrills and Spills of a Sailor's Career. was the air or the appetite half as good. skipper to fire up. or be left behind. Princely Salaries. As it happened, the tug did drop behind. She was no match for the Mona's Isle with every stitch The able seamen on the Mona's Isle were Told in Plain, Unvarnished Style. drawing in a leading wind Just as we made the getting a month, and the ordinary seamen jQz. (BY A FARMER S BOY) Gate, we luffed into the wind a bit, and eased up As I had taken a pair of trousers and a pair of No. 111. to permit a pilot to clamber up the rope-ladder boots from the skipper's slop chest, I hadn't much over the side. Then she squared away again under to draw in a passage of less than three months; gradually reducing sail, and finally came to an but my shore trousers had been cut too fine for anchor in the bay just off the foot of Market-street, After crossing the Equator the wind came ahead, and we had to beat bending and hauling, whilst my feet had expanded with the ferry boats running all around us. our way to the northward. by running barefoot from eights to tens. Evi- dently there was no chance of becoming a million- Just ahead of us lay another three-masted Another Job given the ordinary seamen was to grease the topmasts and aire by ploughing the main as an ordinary seaman. wooden ship, and at the first turn of the tide this topgallant masts weekly. They were young and nimble, and whenever a vessel—the Minnehaha - swung down on us and A favourable wind blew after we made the land- line carried away whilst the crew were hauling on it, it was the ordinary locked her yards in ours. fall, and the skipper anticipated being in harbour seaman's duty to shin aloft with the parted end and make it fast to the the same day. He gave orders to clap on the sail, In doing so, however, she was not very amiable, other, he had to be smart about it, too. and both kept watches on deck all the time. and several of our yards came down on deck with

OWEVER, the job was never as difficult as it Worse than all, his hands were greasy, and as the H might seem to be. The night was never so ship rolled and the masts swung out, his feet dark that a dangling end of a rope couldn't slipped off the ratlines, throwing his weight on to be seen. In broad daylight the other ordinary sea- his greasy hands. These slipped also, and man, Paterson, fell from aloft. On shore he had Paterson fell. been a house carpenter, and was looked upon as the makings of a good sailor. Slump in Carpentry. But as luck had it, the ship was on a fairly even Indeed, it. was predicted that he carried a keel at the moment he let go his hold, and in skipper's certificate in his brain-box. and that a few falling he came athwart the main-topmast stay, short years would see him in command of a ship- which runs down to the fore-top. Carpenter Goes North. The fall was quite forty feet, and he struck Uncertificated sailors generally imagine that all hard ; but he held on, and several of the men on a man has to do to get command of a ship is to deck, who witnessed the accident, hurried aloft to win a certificate of competency, and tliat social the foretop and hauled him in. interest or financial interest carries little weight. Though no bones were broken, Paterson Their reasoning was refreshing, if nut convincing. received a shaking, and a kind of shock to the TOBACCO Paterson went aloft with sea boots on, and neatly system. His first voyage was his last, and the last lost his life through sheer carelessness or foolish- I knew of him was Mt he got a job at a big door- AROMATIC i DARK ness. The shrouds meet at the crosstrees, where mill in San Francisco, at much better pay. NATURAL FLAVOUR ! FULL FLAVOUR there is not sufficient room for an indiarubher boot TIMS on Packmts I called upon him a couple of times, and might to be inserted between the ratlines. have found a billet in the same factory, but the Champion De Luxe Mixture Paterson rested on his toes preparatory to flying chisels from the sticking machines didn't P/ictrm ox /K/jt-rrmrrr r/MS ascending the futtock rigging, slush pot in hand. appeal to roe. I thought such a life was too 14 THE NAVY LEAGUEJOURNAL . 15 14 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL great crashes. Strange to relate, nohody was hurt, THI and when the vessels had settled nicely in a quiet looked about for a fresh berth. There was little when Paterson came home the following night embrace, the skipper and mate thought it was chance to ship in 'Frisco on a deepwater sailing with my three dollar's pay, he said the boss was AUSTRALIAN BANK OP COMMERCE time for them to express an opinion on the pilot's vessel, unless it was to go to Europe with wheat, very much annoyed at my leaving, and that he was LIMITED. competency. Luckily for him, he had gone ashore and scores of full-rigged ships might be seen lying determined never to befriend a hard-up stranger lilbtrM Capital - {2.009.000 soon after the anchor was dropped, Capital,PaM-ap a>4 Keservn • fl.C19.SlS in the bay at this time waiting for a charter. again. A|«refale lath al 30th Jeae. 1124 - 4I4.4JJ.435 Somehow I had become possessed of the notion Directors: HIR MAKK SHKI.DON. K.B.K.. Chairniun ; Affectionate Vessels. Matters looked so blue that I fell in with Pater- KKANK N. YAKWOOO, K.C.P. A.; DUNCAN ( 'AKWIN : son's suggestion to take a shore job until the tide that men worked only eight hours a day for at H. R. LVHAOHT. O.B.K ; GKOKOK J. 8l.v. LM>. ; The law of gravity, or the attraction of matter, LIRUT.COI. T L. F RUTI-KDGK. MI.A. must have kept us together. We lifted our anchor, turned. We were staying at one of those big least half a dollar an hour throughout America, Honor*! Manager: C. M. C. SHANNON. Chief Inspector for New South Wale*: \V. G. HUM. and tried to drift to leeward, but the Minnehaha hotels, so common in America, which contained but my obsession had been ill-founded. Another declined to part with us. She had just come in no drinking bar nor women servants of any kind, erroneous idea which I had imbibed was that all M Mitt; Syitey (Career (tirgt ul Streets) from Hongkong, and it took the puffing strength the janitors and cooks being all men. Paterson men were equal, save in the matter of education HKANCHKM ANI> KKCKIVINO OKKICK8 AT ISO of four tug l>oats to pull us asunder One of these returned at tea time, with the iuformation that his and moral inclination, which accounted for all PI.ACK8 IN NKW SOUTH WALKS. tug boats was the very one our skipper had pooh- boss would give me a start in the morning. differences in social standing. To be honest and BKI.SHANK: all Queen Chief III.IMCUM fur Utieeii.l.nd - J. N. H. HROWN. SUitMffer U. H. HOWIIU. poohed out in the offing, and the first remark the straight-spoken I considered was all that was At 7 a.m. I was at the mill, just off Front-street. HKANCHKM AND KKCKIVINO OKK1CKS AT 27 boss made to our skipper was, " That's what you required. HI.ACKS IN QUKKJJSLANII. Mr. Wilkie, the owner and sole manager, was a get for despising a friend in need." M KI.HOUK.NK:—X!A Collin*.HI. JlmWr «. H. KINN«V. Scotchman, and though over a hundred hands But I was abruptly disillusioned in the school of ADKI.AIIIK:—S4 Knndl. »U Mmmer-H. T Moonlit. experience. I reckoned without the money power, MINIKIN : -J7 Thraidneodle si . ICC. 1 Next day we were towed to the Mission to dis- were employed at the mill, he was ever the first in Mftn*K«r -A. K. JKNKIN8. charge our coal cargo - and meanwhile, shore ship- the morning, and the last to leave at night. He which commands nearly everything, and had con- Agent* tliroughont the rewtof A n.lrnlIN TMMIII.I.I. mid riggers set to work to repair the damage done informed me that I might learn the wood-working founded straight-spokenness with straightforward- New Zwil.iMt. and At .11 Cliief Clllw throughout llie World through the carelessness of the pilot. trade in three years if ordinarily smart, and my ness. KVKRY IIKHCKIHTION OK HANKINU wages would be six dollars a week —from 7 a.m. to HUSINKMS TRAN8AUTKII. The crew were all discharged, and it being Hut, as Sterne has pointed out so beautifully, 6 p.m., with half-an-hour for dinner, from 12 understood that the Mona's Isle was chartered to Providence tempers the wind to the shorn lamb. o'clock ; but that, as I could not possibly be worth carry a cargo of wheat to the English Channel for I picked up a five-dollar bill in the middle of a six dollars a week as a raw hand, I would have to orders, I asked for, and got, my discharge also. crowded pavement next day, and my spirits rose WUNDERLICH fill in time laboring. blithely. ART METAL CEILINGS For one thing, I wanted to look around a little Whilst down at the water front the same nighi I are artyilc, distinctive, lire resisting, while l>efore leaving San Francisco, and the prospect of A Shore Billet. ant proof and earily erected -yet available was attracted by an altercation in a coffee saloon nearing Cape Horn in the dead of winter did not For two days I stuck to it like one sticking to a at surprisingly moderate prices. which oj>ened on to the street, and, marvellous to tempt me to continue aboard. forlorn hope. My duty was to take the lumber as relate, I saw the red-headed mate of the Mona's DURABESTOS it came from the milling machines - tie the archi- There were two sailors on the Mona's Isle Isle endeavouring to jump over the counter after ASBESTOS CEMENT who wished to get back to see their rela- traves, etc., into bundles, and carry them out to BUILDING SHSETS the foreign proprietor. The mate, who had been the cart dock, ready for the carters to take them to are strong, weather-proof and everlasting. tions in Britain—they lacked sufficient drinking, had murder in his eye, but as I clutched the ship's side. As I couldn't see where the learn- They are made la many sizes, for External conrage to weather the Horn in the winter, his wrist and coaxed him outside to the pavement lad Internal Valla and plain Ceilings. ing came in - and my left shoulder had become and advised me against it. he calmed down. very tender—I soon longed for the blue water once DURABESTOS SLATES They had been away from Liverpool over four make an Meal roofing;, which protects and more. Not being in his watch on the Mona's Isle, he beautifies the home for all lime. years, and yet whenever they had a chance to ship seldom had occasion to speak to me, except when on a return voyage their chance always came at a One had to move lively to keep the floor clear the watch below was called on deck to shorten WUNDERLICH time of the year when the drraded Horn would be of timber, and the livelier I moved, the faster the sail. Even then the skipper usually shouted the ROOFI NG TILES rounded in the most dreaded weather. Their luck sticking machines seemed to run, and the more combine unmatched beauty with extreme orders. Now, however, we were not aboard ship, was out, but as they were growing old and rheu- painful grew my shoulder. I cocked my bundle durability, and afford everlasting protection but were equals in the street. to the tfructure they embellish. They are maticky, the oozing of their courage was excus. at the end of the third day, and asked the owner- available In stedes of red and chocolate. able. manager to excuse me until the rawness had gone (7o be Continued in out next issue) WU NPERLICH^ LJM]TED In San Francisco. off. Car. ml ClSwNtCUVBLAND STS.. IEDPUM After a week's liberty in San Francisco, studying It seemed to be a case of false pretences to and at M HUNTER STREET. NEWCASTLE economy, and the scenery at the same time, in- PLEASE ASK A FRIEND TO JOIN Boa 471 G. P.O., SYDNEY. PIKMM RADFCM 458. engage a young fellow to learn a trade, and then cluding a trip to Chinatown to set the sights, I keep him at heavy labouring all the time; but the THE NAVY LEAOUE. wealthy Wilkie evidently thought otherwise, as 16 THE NAVY LEAGUEJOURNAL . 15 17 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL

PEARSON'S mum ^ 5 ; IIIIIHII CARBOLIC AUNT MARYS NAVY LEAGUE SEA CADETS S4J1D SOAP BAKING POWDER This pure product of the grape is appreciated | READY IBtO READY | DOES ITS WORK by thrifty housewives. It makes delicious AYE scones, cakes, pastries, etc., filled with appetising WELL flavour and wholesome nourishment. Be sure you ask for Aunt Mary's Baking Powder. OFFICIALLY RECOGNISED BY THE AUSTRALIAN NAVY BOARD £2SO IN CASH PRIZES. The Navy League is Non-Sedarian. The Navy League is Non-Political. USE NO OTHER Full particulars of interesting Competition EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING. being in attendance and so do honorto the occasion. inside every tin. Drummoyne Sub-Branch having raised the sum The usual monthly meeting of the Executive of ;£io, in compliance with the terms set out by Committee took place at ihe Royal Naval House, SAVE THE LIDS. the Executive—the promised vote of an additional on Monday afternoon, February 9th. ;£ro to the Sub-Branch was granted. Present —His Honor Judge Backhouse (in the The Secretary stated that he had furthered the S THE & chair), Sir Alfred Meeks, Captain Craufurd, Com mander Quick, Messrs T. H S'lk, J. Payne, J. H. interests of a proposed Branch of the Navy league TD Newlands, Harry Shelley, F. W. Hixson, T. Fox, at Rose Bay and its environs. It was thereupon J. J. Eyre, Kelso King, A. G. Milson, Keith agreed that a Sub-Branch be formed at Rose Bay, Jefferies (Acting Secretary, Navy League). to be amalgamated wfth Clovelly. Clovelly to be, L in future recognised as the governing body and to BROKEN HILL PROPRIETARY C° Apologies were received from Captain A. W. lie known as the Eastern Suburbs Headquarters. Pcarse, Messrs. C M. C. Shannon and G. Fairfax. MINE OWNERS IRON a STEEL MASTERS Furthermore, it was decided that the Cutter Base, A motion from the Clovelly Sub-Branch to the only, for Eastern Suburbs be at Rose Bay effect that " The Executive Committee of the MANUFACTURERS OF Navy league be respectfully approached regarding ADVANCE THE NAVY LEAGUE. TCE RAILS. BRIDGE "A the appointment of Mr Reg. While as an Executive ROSE BAY. Officer " received favourable consideration and ac- Mr. R. W Wray (Officer-in-Chaige, Rose Bay • CAMS. CHANNELS. cordingly, Mr. White was unanimously elected on Sub-Branch) forwards the following particulars of ANGLES. TEES. ROUNDS. the Committee. the initial meeting of the now established Rose SQUARES. PLATS Regarding the presentation of "The Miss Charles Bay Sub-Branch. "A meeting was recently held OCTAGONS. PIG-IRON. I Fairfax Flag" by Miss Fairfax to the Drummoyne at St. Barnabas' Mission Hall, North Bondi, for the purpose of enrolling members for the proposed INOOTS. BLOOMS AND I Sub-Branch at a function to be held at the Drum- moyne Depot, Bridge St., on Saturday, February Sub-Branch of the Navy League at Rose Bay and BILLETS. REINFORCING ' 21st, if was agreed that a Cutter Race for the its environs. BARS, WIRE RODS, Cadets l>e held during the afternoon. The race, It was decided that we approach the Navy league BENZOL. TAR. SOLVENT which will commence at 4 p.m , to be from Wright'^ - to be empowered to form a Sub-Branch and work

NAPHTHA. SULPMATK O Wharf, Drummoyne Depot (about half-a-mile^- along with Clovelly until such time as we can ar- LONOON: first prize £2 2s.. second is. The presentation range to be stationed nearer our own suburb." AMMONIA 3 OT. WINCHESTER »T. of the Flag will take place at 3 p m. Mr. Jones was appointed First Officer. A number of members of the Executive stateA The following boys, now Sea Cadets, have been their intention of being present and the meeting' enrolled :—T. Berkley, Garry Prescott, Sidney ' RAILS BY «L»CT< expressed a desire that all members of the Navy Garmston, Lloyd H. Green, Frank Patchett, Arthur League, together with a powerful representation Berkley, Jack Stroud, Thomas Dicks, Reg. Brennan, yj HEAD OFFICE: SSSiS MELBOURNE pj from all the Sub-Branches, will make a point of- Eric and Hector Murray, Ken Jones. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 29 18 28 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL.

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FOR FULL INFORMATION AND ILLUSTRATED DRUMMOYNE PAMPHLETS ON NORTHSYDNEY -CTt^"' VS'SKK Mr. It N WADE CLEVER. RICHMOND Mr. A 0. ANTILL The Great Scenic Route Mr. J DOCKINO CONCORD SKEST.. Mr. F. L. ADAMS CLOVELLY<-««>.. Mr.«r 0-. 4.f HOPKIMS Officer In-Charge .. Mr F QtfRRE Across Canada. LANE COVE Hon. Secretary Mr. F. L. NEDQfS MARY

B A L M A I N. Air. A. Wood, M.M., Physical Instructor, tied (Contributed by Mr. K. Fidden). the nuptial knot recently. Miss Middleton was NORTH SYDNEY. The Minutes of last meeting being read and Chief Petty Officer R. Gaul, who joined Hie lucky lady, and we congratulate them bolh. confirmed, a general discussion regarding Branch matters took place It was decided that Mr. A. G. this Company nearly four years ago (he has Cadet Starkey has been promoted to Standard (Contribute*! by Mr. H. Morris! the longest service of any Navy League Sea Milson would take the necessary steps to acquire Hearer, and will carry the Moffit Colours in place The monthly meeting of the North Sydney sub- Cadet) has answered the call of the sea and a set of sails for the cutter. The purchase of paint of G. Bellina (discharged). Petty-officer I, Hay- branch was held at the depot, High Street wharf, accepted an apprenticeship with Bums, Philp and repairs to be effected to the roof of the depot ward has been promoted to Chief Petty Officer. on January 23rd. Present: Mrs. Amos (President), and Co. He sailed by the "Marella " on was approved. 2nd February, and takes with him the good Companies who have not sent along their Mrs and Miss Glasson, Messrs. A. G. Milson, wishes of the officers and cadets of this cheques toward the W. W. Beale Testimonial, are C. P. Bartholomew (Hon. Treasurer), Captain M. The Treasurer (Mr. Bartholomew) presented his Company. kindly asked to do so as soon as possible. McDonald and officers, K. Jefferies (Secretary report and arising out of the discussion Mrs. Amos, Navy league), C. J. Hopkins (Clovelly) and H. Mrs. Glasson and Miss Glasson announced their Mr Hunter, Executor for the lesson Estate, has The Kandos Cement Company have again come Morris (Hon. Sec.). intention of donating ten pounds each to the visittd the depot, and expressed surprise and to our assistance by donating 20 bags of cement, to pleasure at its transformation. When we took be used on the bath and wall, of our depot, for over, one had to almost fight a way through trees which we extend our sincere thanks. and scrub to the water; but now, since it has been FOR NAVY LEAGUE RING B 7808 | FOR NAVY LEAGUE RING B 7808 Richmond Company have sent their cutter to all cleared, the quarter deck and terraced gardens our depot, and their crew will visit us from time to greatly enhance its appearance. time and indulge in cutter drill. Other Companies lake note : Richmond Company is after the laurels In the Balmain and District Hospital Report for cutter races. for 1924 just published, the following appears :— Our cricket team recently visited Richmond, " It is with great pleasure we report that the and were, as is usual, splendidly treated. Two Officers (inclusive of the hon. sec., Mr. E. Fidden) things the Richmond Company certainly can do— #nd boys of the Balmain and Drummoyne branches play cricket and entertain. Thanks, Richmond ! of the Navy League have been at all times to the (not for the hiding, but for the good time) we hope fore-front of our |>rocessions and other entertain- Makes Scones White and Light." "Pastry Nice and Crisp." to reciprocate when our depot is complete. ments, for which service we heartily thank them." President T. Fox is presenting a Silver Cup Our worthy oflfcer-in-charge (Mr S. Cooper) Made of the Purest ingredients and packed by machinery the above (suitably inscribed) as a trophy for the cutter race desires to express his sincere thanks for the many on New Year's Day at The Miss Charles Fairfax sympathetic enquiries regarding the recent acci- line represents a Standard of Quality which cannot be excelled anywhere. function at Drummoyne on lebriury 21. Thanks, dent in which he suffered a fractured rib. He has ORDER A TRIAL PACKET AT ONCE. Mr. Fox. now fully recovered from the injury. 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 21 branch and Mr. Bartholomew a quantity of timber Hut it is hoped we shall be able to give a good for a Carpenter's Bench. The donors were ap- account of ourselves in the race for the McMaster Mrs. Butcher, Mrs. Bowden. Mrs. Gooch and CLOVELLY. propriately thanked by the committee for their Cup, which is to take place shortly. Mrs. Huntington. The Committee intend to organise a series of entertainment;. i:i Lane Cove (KASTKRN SUBURBS HEADQUARTERS) generosity. Our boys visited Fort Denison (Pinchgut) during to help provide funds for the gene»*l work of the It was also decided to appoint an entertainments the afternoon. Lane Cove sub-branch The first effort of the (Contributed by Mr. C. J. Hopkins) committee for the purpose of holding a series of Our thanks to the Custodian for his great kind- Club will be a monster Children's Party to be held APPOINTMENTS.— Chief Executive Officer for concerts. Miss Glasson was appointed as Director ness and the trouble he took to make the visit in the Lane Cove School of Arts on Saturday Eastern Suburbs, Mr. C. J. Hopkins; Treasurer, to proceed with the project as soon as possible. It enjoyable and instructive afternoon (February 28). Mr. R. H. B. Johnson ; Acting-Chief Petty was also decided to fix on the third Friday in each Officer, F. Hopkins to Chief Petty Officer; month as the official committee meeting. A number of ladies of the Richmond Welfare Committee accompanied the boys on this visit. All the arrangements are going along very Officer in-Charge, Lieutenant-Commander Jackson, After discussion on several subjects a most suc- smoothly, and the Club expect to have a nice of Coogee. cessful evening terminated. Richmond Company will welcome a Cricket cheque to hand over to the local Committee. match with any other Company. Messrs. Noyes Bros., Ltd., who took a great interest in the Navy league Sea Cadets and other A line to the Secretary will speedily complete As several kind friends have purchased social welfare movements, have very generously RICHMOND. any necessary arrangements. tickets for this Children*s Party, the Com- come to our assistance, and donated a Morris Come while the watermelons are ripe— mittee is able to extend an open invitation to Worm Gear Block, lifting capacity tons. (Contributed by Mr. J. C. An till). their good, ask Balmain ? Sea Cadets from all the sub-branches, and On Saturday, January 21st, 1925, about 20 boys promise to give them a good time. Sea Aid. Goldstein, M.L.A. (Vice-President), is a of Balmain Company, visited Richmond to play keen enthusiast, and had been of great assistance LANE COVE. Cadets in uniform are asked to meet at the in furthering the interest of this branch. our lads cricket. Fire Station, Lane Cove, at 2 p.m. The The boys at Rose Bay and Bondi have been The local boys proved too strong for the visitors, (Contributed by Mr. F. L. Hedge*) most convenient route to take is by McMahon's fired with enthusiasm through the visit paid by our but with true sporting instinct, fostered no doubt During the month a Ladies' Welfare Committee Pt. ferry, thence Lane Cove tram to Fire by the league training, laid themselves out to give cutter to Bondi recently, and are extremely anxious was formed and arrangements are being made to Station. to join oars. the visitors a good time—and succeeded. hold a Children's Party in the Lane Cove School About 4.30 p m. a diversion took place in the of Arts on Saturday the 28th February. arrival of about 40 watermelons, of which the lads Several members of the Committee as originally made short work. constituted have, for various reasons, found it The ladies, to whom we cannot be too grateful necessary to temporarily relinquish active interest Murdoch's Tamous for their consistent generosity, gave the boys tea, in the Company for the time being. To fill the and the tired, but happy lads, returned to Sydney vacancies a meeting was held on the 21st January, after expressing their thanks and assurance of when the following Committee was elected :— "Jtmourih" Boots having had a really good time. Messrs. Harold Cochrane, Chairman ; J. C. Cham- Richmond has again added to its extensive list pion, Hon. Treasurer; F. L. Hedges, Hon. , Give double life of boys sent to the Navy. W. Elliott and N. Knott Secretary ; — Grindrod, A. H. Mott, A. Thomson, being the latest recruits to join up with our naval VV. G. Standish and J. Bowden, Members. « A RMOURITE" Soles are not simply surface-treated forces. Both lads have gone into the R.A.N. A secret process carried out in the tanning provides The Company attended Church Parade on W. Elliott left for Flinders Base on January wonderful wear-resisting: properties to every inch of the Sunday the 1st February, at St. Aidan's Church, leather—through and through! 2nd, 1925, and N. Knott followed him three weeks Longueville, and created a most favourable im- Yet the cast Is no greater than ordinary boots I later. The best wishes of the Company are with pression. Several of the congregation informed Men's Black Fine Glace Wallaby Boots, Faihlonable Balmoral shape these !ads. Mr. Gurre (officer-in-charge) that they were heartily (or Derby, as Illustrated). Genuine " Armourite " Soles. Smart and E. March, one of the first of Richmond's lads to in accord with the movement and complimented Dressy with good medium wide Round Toe shape. Excellent wearers. join up, has been appointed to H. M. A.S. Brisbane, him on the smart appearance ol the Company. which sailed Tor China on January the 29th, 1925. POSTAGE PAID TO YOUR DOOR This is the first sea voyage for a boy of the Rich- The prospects generally for the advancement of mond Company. Needless to say. our thoughts the movement in the Lane Cove District were and good wishes are with him. never brighter. Signaller Nicbolls-, late of Balmain Company, and at present on H.M.A.S. Stalwart, was enter- ENTHUSIASTIC LADIES' COMMITTEE. tained by the O.C., Mr. R. H. Wade, on the 24th (From Mm. L. A. Gurre) January, 1925, this being his first visit to Rich- On Monday, January 26th, a meeting of mothers 0 The World's Largest Men'» and Boys' Wear Store." mond. and lady friends of the Lane Cove sub-branch was Signaller Nicholls, met a number of the cadets held, at which a Ladies' Welfare Club was formed. of the Company, and inspired some of them to Mrs. R. Grindrod was elected President, Miss When writing kindly mention the follow in his footsteps. C. Gooch, Treasurer, and Mrs. Gurre, Hon. Sec- " Navy League " and be sure and On the 26th January our boys went to Sydney, retary. The remaining ladies to serve on the state size. but were unable to take part in the cutter race Committee are :—Mrs. Hedges, Mrs. C. A. Thomp owing to the boat still being under repairs. son, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. A. Thompson, 16 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 23

Drummer Swain received his medal at his home. one of us could get;that melon even though he was It is with deep regret that we chronicle the His friends will be pleased to learn that his leg is CRICKET—AND A WATER-MELON BANQUET. asleep. Immediately any one of the boys put death of the late Treasurer, Mr. E. Plummer, progressing favourably. their hand on it to take it away he was instantly on the 2nd inst. Mr Plummer was a gentle- Our second officer, Mr. W. Hooper, will shortly RICHMOND ENTERTAINS alive to the fact, even though he was snoring man of outstanding ability who took a lead- be absent for military training. Fortunately, this loudly. It caused great fun trying to get the melon, ing part in civic, municipal, and social wel- is the last he will be required to attend BALMAIN. but under all difficulties he managed to get it home. fare movements, and was a tower of strength The work of this Company is making good to any movement in which he took part. progress ; the one " fly in the ointment " being the I intend to accept Mr. Hough's offer and will Mr. S. Cooper, Officer-in-Charge, Balmain This branch owes its success to his un- shortage of funds. As we have a number of new take the boys into camp at Easter if the weather is tiring efforts, and his wise counsel will l>e boys awaiting uniforms donations from our friends haa forwarded the following descriptive report favourable. sadly missed in this and other activities in will be gladly received. of an enjoyable outing experienced by the Bal- which he took a whole-hearted interesi. main Sea Cadet a at Richmond recently, which we are pleased to publish. Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Plummer and family. These inter Sub Branch visits are to be warmly commended for they ensure a har- A MONEY BOX THAT monious and contented apirit amongst the Globe Brand Sub Branches generally. Mr. R. H. B. Johnson, our special country AS A BANK. organising officer, reports that a number of country Meat Products enthusiasts with whom he came in contact would QUALITY OUARANTEED like to help our Branch along, by presenting a boat \ N attractive replica of the Head Office The Richmond branch of Sea Cadets invited Balmain branch to a cricket match at Richmond for training purposes. Mr. Johnson is authorised ** of the Bank itself, the Money Box is ASK FOR to receive donations from those who wish to do on Saturday, January 31. their share towards this laudable end. The boat a valuable section of the Commonwealth 44 when purchased will be caUed The Great Bank of Australia service and a handy aid Twenty-five boys under Mr. Sam Cooper, O.C., Western," as it is in the western district that Balmain, took advantage of the invitation and Globe Sheep Tongue to the lesson of Thrift. Mr. Johnson operates for Nestles Company. upon arrival the Richmond boys escorted us to the playing field where, in the match, we were Get one at your Post Office and teach beaten decisively, but we made up for this defeat DRUMMOYN E. Globe Ox Tongue the kiddies a good habit. First cost 6d. by proving conclusively that the Balmain boys were the champion melon eaters. (Contributed by H. Card well). only, and renewed free when full. Obtain- able also at any branch of the . Although the light weight of the Drummoyne Mr. Wade (officer-in-charge, Richmond) had a Globe Meat Extract cutter crew wis a great handicap they came second cartload of watermelons brought on the field and in the race on Anniversary Day. the boys waded manfully through them leaving JAMES BARNES LIMITED On the 31st January Mr. C R. Hooper pre- (Eommtmfuealilj ^ank nought but the skins. sented this Company with a silk banner com- MANUFACTURERS prising the Company colors —blue and white. The Mr. Hough, a farmer of Richmond, was so im- REDFERN, NEW SOUTH WALES banner, which was received by Mr. Kirkcaldie, of .Australia. pressed by the neat and alert appearance of the ESTABLISHED 1881. was greeted with loud acclamation. Mr. Eyre, the boys that he invited them to camp at his farm, chairman of the committee, thanked Mr. Hooper adjoining the river, any time they might feel dis- aild his family for the beautiful gift, and also for posed to do so. the interest they have shown in other directions. After the presentation the cadets and several The behaviour of the boys whilst at Richmond friends who were present were afforded refresh- ments by Mr. Eyfe. J. R. B. WATT and also whilst travelling in the train was exem- plary. For Our Journal After waiting anxiously for some time we are M. P. 8. .pleased to be able to report that the Fairfax One boy who had eaten too much of the luscious Voluntary contribution, an always Banner presentation is arranged for February 31st DISPENSING CHEMIST fruit was asked " what is the matter son, too much aoosptaMo particularly If at Drummoyne depot water melon ? " " Oh, no sir ! not enough boy to " Bright amd hraaay, Iraa ami amay. Our cadets have given Mr. Hooper, senr., a 457 Miller Street, hold it" With the iaag u" aaa apray. '• silver-mounted cigarette case in appreciation of the fatherly interest he has evinced in the Company. Suspension Bridge. Mr. Wade gave a water melon as a prize for the and still mars aoosptabl., suitable game " O'Grady" A Balmain bqy won it and Photos, pictorial ma^tsr, f|r R. Swain and L. Heggarty have received the publication.' medals which they won at the opening of the Tanu NORTH 9O0. coming home in the train went to sleep with the "Avenue Baths." Owing to the injury to his leg, melon in his arms. A peculiar fact was that not 16 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 25 The Commercial Banking Company of Sydney Limited READY-TO-ERECT WEATHERBOARD COTTAGES We supply all necessary material*, the best of their respective kinds, together with ESTABLISHED 1834 framing timbers—cut, marked, and numbered, ready to fit together. 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Since they only cruised the Mediterranean when Mercantile Mutual Insurance Co., Ltd., 16 Theatres—J. C. Williamson, Ltd., Sydney. for the early Greek vessels followed the form of the it was calm, it was necessary to row most of the Martin Place, Sydney. Upton & Co., Ltd., Soap Manufacturers Phoenician ships and improved but little on their time. In the beginning they had but one set o^ Mclllwraith, McEacharn Line of Steamers, Alexandria. rig or methods of handling. The square sail was rowers, or boats called " Gallea." Later, by 61 Pitt Street, Sydney. White Star Line of Steamers. Dalgety & Co retained—in fact, with but few improvements ; the increasing the size of their ships, they had more Murdoch's Ltd., Park St., Sydney. Ltd., Sydney. square sail of to-day is the same as the one that Newland's Bros., Bedstead Manufacturers, and more banks of rowers. Whisky—Red, White and Blue. All hotels and moved the galleys of Greece and Rome. The Sydney. clubs. From the simple galley, the vessels grew to ancient square sail was suspended from the yard Orient Line of Steamers, Spring St., Sydney. Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. enormous size. There is record of a galley of the " Pacific Coal," 58 Pitt St., Sydney. J. R. B. Watt, Dispensing Chemist, 457 Miller without a boom along the foot, and the lines for year 220 BC., the size of a modern liner. It was Perdriau Rubber Co., Ltd , George St., Sydney. Street, Suspension Bridge. reefing took a turn around the sail, and their ends two hundred and eighty cubits long by thirty-eight Perpetual Trustee Co , Ltd., Hunter St., Sydney. Zam-Buk. All Chemists. were handled by sailors on the deck below. P. & O. Steamship Co., Ltd., Union House, wide. The stern was forty-eight cubits high, and Sydney. The bows of these vessels were cut to resemble the stern ornament towered fifty-three cubits above Pearson's Sand Soap. All grocers. PLEASE ASK A FRIEND TO HELP boars' heads. Eyes were painted 011 each side of the water. Considering these dimensions, it was Penfold, W. C. & Co., Ltd., 88 Pitt St., Sydney THE NAVY LEAGUE. the bow so the vessel could see her way—their was very shallow draft, drawing, as it did, but four idea of giving a ship the attribute of a thing of life. cubits of water. It had a double prow and seven Afterward, these eyes were painted around the rams. TheJe were four steering paddles aft, each openings through which the mooring cables ran, thirty cubits long. The oars were thirty-eight and served as hawse holes. cubits in length. As the ancient measurement of a cubit was the length of a man's forearm, it will The vessels all carried figure heads At first be seen that this was indeed a large vessel. It their use was more practical than ornamental, took four thousand oarsmen and four hundred U A C since they were stops for the ram below so that sailors to handle her, and a fighting compliment this ram would not penetrate into an enemy vessel of two thousand eight hundred and fifty soldiers Upton's Ammonia Cleaner to such a depth that It could not be withdrawn. aboard. Almost all the Greek vessels were fighting ships first and merchantmen afterward. The ancients Paid on their Merits. Ilbrollrt But an even larger galley is hinted at in old were not as much interested in trading or fishing records. We see mentioned one with sixteen tiers Better than Soap for Laundry or exploring as they were in fighting. COR your new home, seaside or mountain of oarsmen, although this seems improbable. In Work. Save Coupons and I bunfalow-spedfy'FIBROLITE" As- vessels with more than one deck of oars, the bestos Cement Sheets for Exterior •alls. Obtain Prizes. Write to Us Fighting—Chief Business. Interior Walls and Ceilings and " FIBRO- There were two seasons when they cot Id longer oars were balanced with lead on the handles. UTE" Slates for Roofing. "Flbrollte" For Particulars. safely count on calm weather—one season Even with this help it was a strenuous job to swing costs no more than weatherboards and lining ® boards and is superior in every respect. It was after the squally weather in Spring the long oar. The men were paid according to is Fire Retardant, White Ant Proof, and Im- the length of the blade they handled. The ones proves with Age. before the Summer storms started, and the pulling a short one received the least, and the Write >or Free Catalogue. other was the calm, balmy Indian Summer before the Winter's tempests. For, be it oarsman on the longest was the highest paid. UPTON & CO. LTD. remembered that, the Greeks and Romans The rowers kept time to the music of a flute or Soap and Candle Works were not sailors at heart, and only ventured singing Chanteys are probably of very ancient ALEXANDRIA Tel. Mascot 255 put on the little known waters when their origin, as there is an early Egyptian picture show- chief business— fighting—was to be done. ing a crew of sailors pulling on a rope while one of . .If it were possible to march overland to their their number stands in front singing 16 28 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL.

Contrary to fiction, there is no mention of pronged, so placed as to enlarge the hole made by galley slaves in ancient literature, They we-ie a the lower raniing head. Still, farther above, the "LORD NELSON" development of latter days of Rome's luxury just figure-head served as a. stop lo prevent the rams AND THE OLD before her fall. No Roman, however, pulled a from driving it too deep. On either side of the galley oar, her rowers being furnished by citizens bow were timbers projecting outward to keep the " VICTORY" of her colonists and dependents. The service was oars from being snapped off when two vessels came never very popular among the Romans During together at an angle. These timbers were also MADE HISTORY FOR the time of warfare with Hannibal they began to metal-covered and finished to represent animals' use slaves. On the other hand, the Greeks con- heads. BRITAIN sidered it an honor to row. When the enemy was engaged, the rowers dropped the oars and joined As the ships were descendants from the Egyp- in the fighting. tiens who venerated the cat, these timber heads of the galleys weJe modelled to take the form of cats' Admirably Manned. heads. The anchors were hung from them even as they hang from the catheads on many a sailing BURNETS The method of fighting was, of course, all close vessel now. engagements, for which their ships were admirably fitted. The prows were elongated into a metal- Another development in the construction of JELLIES sheathed ram. This ram nominally was above the these fighting galleys that was to persist for many water-line. Just before going into action, the centuries, was the castles erected fore and stern. HAVE MADE FAME FOR ballast was shifted to set the ram right on or Originally these castles were light structures or AUSTRALIA slightly below the suriace. Above this there were platforms hastily assembled and temporarily supplementary projections usually trident or three- erected on the bow and stern decks just before the

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I was surprised at the Utter result as Drummoyne, galley went into action. The commanding plat- ANNIVEKSAKY IE6ATTA CUTTEI RACEthoug. h clever, were a light crew. I put it down to forms were filled with archers, spear throwers, and North Sydney'. Fine Win. their quiet excellent (tyle. men with heavy weights. Upon ramming an (By "A Navy League EnHusiait") I found afterwards that Balmain had been un- SERVICE - SECURITY enemy the men on the fighting tops were in an Monday, January >6th "Anniversary Day " found fortunate in having a mishap at the start, and us tired but happy. Saturday, and Sunday, and advantageous position to wreck havoc on a ship Concord, of whom I expected to do great things, on that very morning we had scraped and scratched were up against hard luck, as their boat which had beneaih them. at our cutter and now painted in bright array, and been towed down, had met with grief and had to LIT UH HKLP YOU ATTAIN FINANCIAL In rime, these structures were solidly built and with her brass work looking very smart she rode be docked. 1NDKPENDKNCK. A SMALL HUM HANKKD the waters with a impression of portly grace very incorporated into the body of the ship itself. It It was a great day's sport and North Sydney i> IN THK GoVKRNMKNT SAVlNlib BANK fetching. Our cohort of working cadets had toiled to be congratulated for a very fine win. I com- *as only a question of lime before they lead to the RKOULAKLY, WILL BOON MOUNT UP, AS like Britons. mend the good strong oar who pulled stroke as decking in between the castles and forming plat- ALL THK TIMB YOUR MONKY 18 KARNINU I think many an exasperated mother must have Iwing largely responsible for :he decisiveness of forms for two or more banks of rowers. So when expressed herself with bitter emphasis as she re- the win. Mr. Roberts as Cox. acquitted himself 4 PUB CKNT. INTKRK8T ON KVKRY £ UP we speak to-day of the fo'castle of a ship, we hark garded her variegated offspring and thought of the admirably. Messrs. Harry Shelley and A. G. TO £500 AND 3J PKR CKNT. ON KXCKKH back hundreds of years to the days of Rome when washing to come. Milson kindly donated the trophy, valued at TO £1,000. OPKN THAT ACCOUNT NOW. EXCHANGING GREETINGS. it really was a castle in the fore. £ihh Around the headland came the Drummoyne Foreign Seamen in Australian Ports Still, another ingenious method of disposing of cuttei, flag flying, cadets in brave array, very formal, tossing their oars in fine style they glided N view of the agreement entered into between an enemy ship was employed. I^irge braziers up to the pier. 41 Good day to you North Sydney," I the British Government and that of Germany, filled with hot coal were hung over the bows on the said one of the officers and the salutations having by which German seamen may once more be Government Sayings Bank catheads. Then the galley was rowed rapidly been performed Drummoyne came ashore mustered employed on British ships, a return published by toward the enemy and rammed into him as near under the flagstaff and there put through their the Commonwealth Government showing the OF N.S.W. nationalities of seamen engaged on British ships amidship as possible. The shock of impact work in excellent manner. After them came the other cutters, a crowded few minutes of preparation in Australian ports during ine year ended June 30 M Met: US UITM fUS,SYMCV. dumped the hot coals on to the enemy's decks. and then away to the starting point. last is interesting, and will be still more interesting This simple scheme gave the enemy plenty to 163 BftAMOHH * OVER 600 AOXMOIX8 The day was fine, a decidedly brisk breeze was when the agreement has come into force, and think about between dodging rocks and arrows blowing, several yachts were lying over to it in Germans are allowed to compete for the 90 per from the platforms of the attacking ship, fighting parlous fashion, and one of them, a little chap cent, of positions which were held at that date by British-born men, states the Daily Telegraph in a fire on the deck of his vessel, and trying desper with four disgusted men went over with a sigh it recent issue. ately to plug the leak below. almost seemed, and the crew wallowed in the trough of the submerged sail and looked around Out of a total of 19, <55 seamen engaged during the year, 17,486 were British born. Of these, The galleys were made with flat bottoms so that for rescue. 10,720 had their birth-place in the United King- they could be beached for the winter. Generally Having placed North Sydney's boat in position we left for the " Osterley," and as our launch drew dom, and 5,487 in Australia. New Zealand came the rotio of length to beam was as seven or eight alongside we, as carriage folk, clambered aboard next with 591, and the Straits Settlement last, with to one They were rather lightly constructed, and with becoming hauteur and were presently saunter- two—a purser and a steward. KIWI Germany sent only 51 of the foreign born, were rapidly built in large numbers at the first hint ing up and down the fine promenade decks. There of war. was a goodly number already aboard, and the while Sweden headed the list with 356, and Boot Polishing earlier sailing races gave us some very fine thrills. Portugal and Austria tied for the lowest place with When they were not engaged in a particular war The starts were excellent and '.he appearance of •four only each. Out of 27 ratings into which the the galleys were used to protect the merchant the harbour with the scores of sails in every quarter return is divided, no foreign born were employed OUTFITS made a sight not easily to be forgotten. as surgeons—wireless operators, wireless watchers vessels that carried corn from Egypt. The Medi- NORTH SYDNEY WINS. (only one employed altogether), apprentices, terranean at that day, and for hundreds of years Our heart however was with our boys, we boilermakers, or pantrymen. The proportion of MOST SUITABLE afterwards, was the haunt of pirates who threat- wondered where they had got to for it was not foreign Ixirn to British born varied considerably ened Rome's food supply. easy to pick them out at half-a-mile away, but ,in the different ratings. For instance, out of 446 —FOR— presently a yell from a sharp sighted boy "Cutters masters, 39 were foreign born (three Germans), It was during these days that the first lighthouse away I Here they come!" gave us our first view but out of 1.397 engineers only 13 were of foreign is mentioned. Torches were kept burning at night of a few distant spots, splashing valiantly. It was •birth and not one of these were German. HOLIDAYS on the badlands to guide the corn ships safely not easy for some time to see who was in the lead The return relates to individual seamen, and into harbour. but, as the motor launch with our skipper was does not include any second or further engage- keeping step with the North Sydney cutter and ments of the same person during the pericd, and obviously saying words of cheer it was soon made icovers all engagements of seamen employed on ObUiaaM* ii apparent that North Sydney was leading. The Evtry of the Navy Leafuc 1 foreign-going British ships—Australian trade, and launch suddenly sheered off and the cutler coming himself to secure two or limited coast trade ships engaged in inter-State BLACK or TAN. on with a strong stroke won comfortably, Drum- trade, and inter-State coasting ships in all States ntari daring the ymr. moyne coming second, and Balmain third. Frankly except Tasmania and West Australia. 32 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL SYDNEY'S CHIEF1

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From a sentimental viewpoint, the visit of ideal. But if an Anglo Saxon confederation of the the American fleet is of equal importance. English-speaking peoples of the world should JHercanttle iMutual Jitsurmtce Ccmtpang It will emphasise the possibilities of that become a concrete fact, we should see the culmi- LIMITED. Anglo-Saxon reproachment in promoting the nation of this beautiful dream and most humane peace of the world, about which the best men desire. AN AUSTRALIAN INSURANCE COMPANY. on both sides of the Atlantic have been The Union Jack and the Stars and Stripes talking with bated breath for a generation glicectoi;*: waving side by side, indicating common past. interests and common action on behalf of A. K. JAQUES, CHAIRMAN. An Alliance between the two great branches of C. C. 0A1.K J. M. ATKINSON. humanity at large, would be a spectacle THKO. J. MARKS. U J. DA VIES. Anglo-Saxondom for the control of the Pacific worth living to see—and we may live to see it. would be a blessed thing for the peace of the world, and more easily attainable than any scheme It would be a solid guarantee of the integrity of FIRE, MARINE, ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS, WORKMEN'S Ihe Pacific and the supremacy of the White Aus- of general disarmament. With Britain's and COMPENSATION, BOILER EXPLOSION, MOTOR CAR, tralia ideal. Although America is "outside the America's enormous navies, and Australia's mag- hurricane belt," her co-operation in all matters in PUBLIC RISK AND PLATE GLASS INSURANCE. nificent resources the Alliance would be the finest which she felt able to co-operate without damaging guarantee of world peace that we could have. Losses by Lightning, Bush Fires and Be Patriotic—Insure Australian Property her own interests, would be welcome- It would practically be master of the world. It Gas Explosion Paid. in an Australian Insurance Company. would be able to maintain peace by merely threat- There is a growing feeling throughout the ening to annihiliate any Power that broke the British Dominions that nothing would help so peace. Such an Alliance could be entirely self- much towards settlement of the difficult questions HEAD OFFICE: 16 MARTIN PLACE, SYDNEY. contained It would comprise 200,000,000 of the arising in Europe and the remainder of the world KELSO KING. MANAGER. most advanced, best educated, and most athletic as the knowledge that the United States and the people in the world. British Empire were standing together for peace. It would be a marvel of virility and energy. It The visit of the Fleet will serve Ihe purpose of would speak a common language, and would share drawing us closer to our American cousins, and common ideals. Poets have sung about the the lads of the Australian Navy league will find it Federation of the world, and social reformers Interstate Steamship Sailings a never-failing source of interest —for in the future have struggled for universal peace. many of them will man the cruisers which will Modem Passenger What the League Stands For. constitute one of the main bulwarks of the Com- The League of Nations is an expression of this monwealth's defence. Steamers: Regular Passenger and Freight Services KATOOMBA SCHOOL SAVINGS BANK. readies £ 1, as has lieen the practice in the jiast in order CANBERRA to all Australian Ports. to earn interest. Deiiosits will bo accepted only at the Schools where LEVUKA TAKEN OVER BY amounts from Id. upwards will be received. ZEALANDIA BUILT FOR SPEED AND COMFORT. GOVERNMENT SAVINGS BANK. Public School Teachers have in the past taken an active interest in the School Savings Bank, recognising that the KAROOLA inculcation of thrift into the child mind leads to habits of The Commissioners of the Government Savings Bunk economy, the value of which is appreciated in later years. •YREEMA of New South Wales have taken over from the Education In taking over the control of the School Banks the Com- BOMBALA Department the accounts of depositors in the School missioners of the Government Savings Bank confidently FOR FULL PARTICULARS APPLY TO Savings Banks, which in the future will comprise a expect to continue tp have the support of the School DDMBOOLA department of the Government Savings Bank. ' Teachers, who will act as the Bank's Agents in opening new accounts, receiving deposits and generally advising Adalaida Staamthip Co. Ud. . 22 Bridga Straat, Sydnay • 9520 Accounts will lie opened for any pupil who can sign his COOMA the pupils of the principles of the new system.* A. U. S. N. Co. . 7 Bridga Straat, Sydnay • 10685 name, and interest will be allowed at the same rates as Australian Staamakip Ud. • 350 Caorga Straat, Sydnay • 6221 are paid to ordinary depositors in the Bank—4 per cent, on every £ up to £500 and 3J per cent, on any excess to MclkaraUh, McEaeham Lino 01 Piit Straat, Sydnay - • 75** Please ask a friend to support the Navy Hmddmrt, Parkar, Ud. • 10 Bridga Straat, Sydnay • 95** £1,000. There will, therefore, he no necessity to transfer MoBommo StmamMp Co. Ud. Cr. Claranca and Barrack Straalt 8213 to an ordinary Savings Bank Account when the balance League Sea Cadet Movement. 28 29 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. A LIFE OF ADVENTURE. The Aberdeen Line The Thrilling Career of Sir Harry Dawson, R.N. Regular Service between Australia and Fought in the China War. Southampton, Hull, and London via South Africa. Finest Steamers Confiscated an Island for Britain. on the Route. 114 YEARS-WHAT ARE THEY? •EURIPIDES" - 15,000 Ton. 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F all our Governors, stirring even though the At fourteen he became a naval cadet, and so O times were through which they went, per- capable was he at carrying out his duties that six haps Sir Harty had the most extraordinary years later he was sub-lieutenant, in the same year White Star Line career, and up to the time that he came to New being appointed lieutenant. South Wales in 1902, his life had been filled with CABIN Passengers Only. Eight years later he was filling the role of com- adventures of the most enthralling kind—adven- mander. By stages, then he advanced till 1903 ; Australia to Southampton, London tures that in these prosaic times would thrill the a year after he became Governor of this State, he heart of the most peaceful youth. and Liverpool via South Africa. was elevated to the high rank of Admiral, exactly at the age of sixty. His luck it was to fight in foreign lands; and Regular Sailings of the Fine and once he claimed for the Empire the important Yet the series of promotions, as plain as they Popular Steamers island of Cyprus in the Mediterranean. That was appear on paper, were marked by extraordinary "CERAMIC" - 18,500 Tons in 1878, even at a time in the world's history when doings in different parts of the world. For "MEDIC" - - 12,000 „ countries were only claimed by others by means of instance, while 99 per cent, of modern boys are at "PERSIC"- - 12,000 „ war and costly invasion. Sir Harry did his works school, young Rawson - aged fifteen—was in China "RUNIC" - - 12,500 „ quite peacefully, but nevertheless it was important serving in the China war, and in three years, till "SUEVIC"- - 12,500 „ work, for Cyprus meant much to England from a he was eighteen, he showed wonderful daring, Also Cargo Steamers at strategic point of view. earning a medal with three clasps. Furthermore, WHITE STAR LINER "CERAMIC,' 18,800 TONS. Frequent Intervals. several times he was mentioned in despatches. He was a Lancashire man by birth, having been THROUGHOUT born at Walton-on-Hill. The day was November 5, Then he reached the apex of his early fame, For Full particulars as to Freight AUSTRALIA AND and Paaeage Honey apply to DALGETY & COMPANY, LIMITED NEW ZEALAND. and the year 1843. long before he had reached what we call manhood. 16 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 7

For three months he gallantly commanded thirteen it, when he vacated the position in 1909, he left hundred troops in the defence of Ningpo against with the regret of every man. the rebels. Sir Harry Holdsworth Rawson was a typical son When one considers the barbarism that marked of the sea, a fact that stood him in good stead in the Chinese during that war, and the terrors that carrying out his duties as the representative of the P. & would have faced so small a force in the event of o. King in New South Wales. defeat, the responsibilities that fell on the young man's shoulders were tremendous, but he carried Truly, he was well fitted to occupy the position, ROYAL MAIL STEAMERS them out unflinchingly, with honor to himself. and follow the admirable precedents of our first A little incident, though not altogether trivial in Sailor-Governor, Captain Phillip, R.N. To CEYLON, INDIA, EGYPT, MEDITERRANEAN PORTS itself, plainly portrays the type of man he was. It seems fitting that our next article should deal and LONDON. In the Shanghai River, a marine fell overboard with our present Governor, Sir Dudley de Chair, one night. Young Rawson, caring nought for Sailorman, and relative of Sir Harry Rawson. danger, boldly went in after the man, safely (Watch for this next issue). bringing him out. For this brave act, he was thanked on the quarter deck, and no doubt became the popular hero of the lower ratings. Every member of the Navy League His versatility as a sailor was shown in 1878, should pledge himself to secure two or more when he was called upon to report on the capa- new members during the year. bilities of the defence of the Suez Canal, a task done so well that he was given the thanks of the Lords of the Admiralty. Ask a friend to join the Navy League. A further brave act in 1870 gained for him the silver medal of the Royal Humane Society. This regard for the sanctity of human life brings out clearly the loveable qualities of the man, and ex- plains why during his term of Governor he was so Burns, Philp & Co. Ltd. popular. He saw further service in South Africa as Consult our Tourist Department lor Commander-in-Chief of the Cape of Good Hope Passages to— First and Second Saloon Only. and West Africa Station, and on one occasion, carrying out his duties there commanded an ex- ENGLAND also pedition against M'BARACK, capturing M'WELE AMERICA Round the World Tours LUXURIOUS 16,000 TONS STEAMERS. CABINS DE LUXE. during the campaign. His work was done so well AFRICA Round Pacific Tours that he earned another medal. INDIA Round Eastern Tours ELECTRIC LIFTS. CHINA Round Australia Tours The following year, 1896, found him at the JAPAN and Island Tours. bombardment of the Sultan's Palace at Zanzibar. There his bravery was so conspicuous that he was Passengers booked by all lines, in any For Fares and all further particulars apply to awarded the first-class brilliant Star of Zanzibar. class and by any route. Thence on, after years of brave and faithful MACDONALD, HAMILTON & CO. service, his reward of rest came with the command For itineraries and Pamphlets write or AGENTS of the Channel Squadron, and then the Governor call our ship of N.S.W. Tel. City 6321. Union House, 247 George Street, Sydney. Here, as a representative of the King, he per- Tourist Department formed wonderful work, endearing himself to all 11 BRIDGE STREET, SYDNEY. classes of the community, and to say the least of 28 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 29 , ? OUR EMPTY SPACES. AIMS AND OBJECTS OF A 1925 RESOLUTION. THE NAVY LEAGUE. i What of the Northern Territory? HE NAVY LEAGUE Is a Voluntary Patriotic SUPPORT THE NAVY LEAGUE. (By " The Student:') Association of British Peoples, entirely outside party politics, desirous of rendering the great- HOW IT CAN BE DONE. est service of which it is capable to the Empire, par- (CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE.) ticularly in connection with all matters concerning MEMBERSHIP SCALE: It is a matter of common remark in various decay. It may^e said, what then? Who are we the sea. It upholds as the fundamental principle of Vlt-K-PkfcSIDKNTM t'.'i 0 0 tropica] countries -1 still take India as an example to put into our vast spaces ? I say, surely not National and Imperial policy COMPLETE NAVAL PRO ANN I'AIJ.Y. — that if a weedy unhealthy boy of manifestly alien races, of countries owing allegiance to a flag TECTICN FOR BRITISH SUBJECTS AND BRITISH COMMERCE VlCK-Pw*»i DENTS for life 0 0 British parentage is seen to be listlessly lolling other than the UNION JACK. We want our own ALL THE WORLD OVER. FKI.I»O\V« (Ladies and eiitlvmeu) fur life 10 10 0 thing requiring exertion, the explanation that he port ofallclasses IN MAI ITAIN:NO THE NAVY AT THE MKMHKKS \N N'L" ALLY. 0 5 0 has not had the opportunity of leaving the country tillers of the soil, of fair average education, and REQUISITE STANDARD OF STRENGTH, not only with a JUVENILE MKMBKHS O 1 0 during his childhood, is generally received with military people who would be our best guarantee ANNUALLY, A.NI> UPWARDS. view to the safety of our trade and Empire, but understanding and sympathy. Of a heavy lethargic for security when the inevitable day arrives for the also with the object of securing British prestige girl usually shapeless from over-development, that enemy to come swooping around our back door on every sea and in every port of the World. MKMHEKK RECEIVE A NAVY LEAGUE BADKE AND A COPY OF THE MONTHLY 1881'E hoping to find it unguarded. In a word, the 2. To convince the general public that expenditure she is one of the unfortunate results of attempting better classes of our Indian subjects—of whom the upon the Navy is the national equivalent of OF THE JOURNAL. to graft British girlhood on tropical soil. the ordinary insurance which no sane person COMMUNICATE WITH THE NAVY LEAOUE, 30 the Sikhs are the best type—there are certain I have given India as example—lor there the grudges In prlvat* affairs, and that SINCE A GROSVKNOR ST., FOR FURTHER PARTICULAR8. peoples who are neither suitable or desirable. But comforts and luxuries of life are more easily attain- SUDDEN DEVELOPMENT OF NAVAL STRENGTH IS that is a matter for future talk. IMPOSSIBLE, ONLY CONTINUITY OF PREPARATION able than in any other British possession, and there- CAN GUARANTEE NATIO'NAL AND IMPERIAL fore the difficulties are not aggravated by any type If a neutral zone were established; if Europeans SECURITY. of privation, but if all the countries known to the were only allowed to settle there, in terms of the 3. To bring home to every person in the Empire reader are considered, and the possibilities of the arrangements whereby Basutoland has proved such that commerce can only b: guarded from any comforts of life taken into account, it must be a successful national settlement, why should it not possible attack by a Navy. IN CONJUNCTION admitted that many of them fall very short in WITH THE AIR FORCE, sufficiently strong in all the prosper greatly ? Don't cry anathema ; I am just elements which modern warfare demands. this respect. Our Northern Territory notably so. as keen on Empire settlement as the ordinary 4. To teach the citizens of the Empire, young and I, who have lived in one of the healthiest islands person. But if not that, or some similar arrange- old alike, that "it is the Navy whereon, under of the Pacific, had to send my children away as ment, what then ? Will the envious people who the good providence of Cod, the wealth, safety soon as they reached the age of eight and nine. think of us as merely a handful of quarrelsome and strength of the Kingdom chiefly depend." Already they were showing signs of the precocious people unfit and unable to develop a continent, and that THE EXISTENCE OF THE EMPIRE, with the liberty and prosperity of its peoples. No LESS advance in physical characteristics, which if pushed WILL THEY WAIT while we leisurely get ready—I DEPENDS ON THE MERCHANT SERVICE, WHICH. to extremes means early development and early don't think it possible. UNDER THE SURE SHIELD OF THE ROYAL NAVY, WELDS US INTO ONE IMPERIAL WHOLE. 5. To encourage and develop the Navy League Sea Cadet Corps not only with a view to keeping alive the sea spirit of our race, but also to PERDRIAU J. R. B. WATT enable the BOYS TO BECOME GOOD CITIZENS OF m. F>. e. THE EMPIRE, by learning discipline, duty and "WATERSHED" self-respect in the spirit of their Motto — DISPENSING CHEMIST •• For GOD. for the KING, for the EMPIRE." 6. To assist the widows and dependents of officers GARDEN HOSE and men of the Royal Navy, including the Guaranteed 5 Years. 457 Miller Street, Royal Australian Navy, Royal Marines and SOLD Bt ALL STORES Mercantile Marine who were injured or who Suspension Bridge. lost their lives In the War. and to educate their PERDRIAU RUBBER CO. Ltd. children. Preparing for Cutter Race at 170 George St. Sydaey, and is all States TEL. NORTH eoe. Drummoyne. 16 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 11 "The Miss Charles Fairfax Flag" Presentation.

Impressive Function at Drummoyne.

RUMMOYNE'S imposing Navy league I know I am treading on slippery ground, when I depot on the Parramatta River, presented express a great wish for th« amalgamation of the Sea D Scouts and Sea Cadets. I know there are many an animated appearance on Saturday, differences as to the training, and its ultimate goal, February 21st, for the presentation of the "Miss but why not take the good of both, and mingle one Charles Fairfax Flag" to the winners of the 1924 with the other? For instance, the Scout Rules. Navy League General Proficiency Competition They should be practised by every one, old as well (Drummoyne) by Miss Charles Fairfax. as yoiipg. With pleasure I hand this cheque (£10) to your Miss Fairfax arrived at the depot in a motor Officer (Mr. G. Kirkcaldie) to b« used in several launch punctually at 3 p m., accompanied by ways. The beginning of an endowment fund, or Captain Craufurd, Messrs. Kelso King and F. W. helping to equip lads to buy their uniforms, or when Hixson. a lad Is sick and is his Mother's support, for I feel the touch of human nature, will give you another in- Mr. Keith Jefferies (Secretary of the Navy ducement. to put all your energies in winning the league) and Mr. J. J. Eyre (President of the prlre. »r we ALL should wish to help others." Drummoyne sub-branch) officially welcomed Miss Fairfax, to the accompaniment of the bugle band Afternoon tea was served to the guests by of Drummoyne. the No. 1 and 2 Companies of the Drummoyne MISS CHARLES FAIRFAX CONGRATULATES DRUMMOYNE. Girl Guides, in charge of Miss Moore and Miss Representative groups of tfee whole of the sub Breckenridge. branches marshalled in group formation and stood A thoroughly representative gathering of cadets to attention whilst Captain R. H. Wade of Rich- under the command of the officers and deputies mond (1923 winners of the " Miss Charles Fairfax and adult Navy league enthusiasts were in attend- Flag ") presented the flag to Miss Fairfax. ance, including Commander Quick, Commander Miss Fairfax then presented the flag to Mr. G. Harris, Captain Craufurd, Mr. Harry Shelley, Mr. Kirkcaldie (officer-in-charge of Drummoyne) who Kelso King, F. W. Hixson, Mr., Mrs. and Miss suitably responded on behalf of the sub-branch. Fox (Balmain), Mrs. E. Fidden, Mrs. M. Mayne (Balmain), Mrs. and Miss Glasson (North Sydney), Mr. J. J. Eyre presented an illuminated address, Mr. Lea Wilson (Richmond), Mr. and Mrs. Hop- printed by Mr. McKnight, to Miss Fairfax, who, kins) Clovelly), and many others. after acknowledging the thoughtful presentation, addressed the gathering as follows : — The cutter race resulted in a comfortable win for North Sydney from Drummoyne and Richmond- LADIES GENTLEMEN, OFFICERS, V AND SEA CADETS. It is with treat pleasure that the Navy League acknowledges the donation of £10 " It Is a very groat pleasure for me to bo here this afternoon to present this Flag to the Drummoyne * from Miss Fairfax, who, in the course of her Sea Cadets. address, intimated that the donation would It is the first time I have had that privilege since be made annually, in conjunction with the presenting it to the Balmain Unit. Last year Mr. Navy League competitions. Hixson, my friend, presented it to the Richmond 4 MIM Fairfax has advanced a number of Unit, for which 1 was very grafeful. laudable suggestions for the allocation of When wo see the Union Jack, how much it means the grant by the Executive Committee of to the Empire—FREEDOM, also it is a sacred sign of our duty to our King, Country, and an emblem of the Navy League. | our Faith, which moans Christianity which moulds 4 our character.. Many horoos have dtad shielding it A To Mr. Eyre and his capable assistants the from being taken by the enemy, or trampled under Navy League extends its congratulatory thanks for the pleasurable afternoon's function. SPIC AND SPAN OFFICERS AND CADETS. 28 29 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL.

Three Years Abaft the Foremast. nonetheless whenever a strong bluster scurried A primitive coal tip, worked by Chinamen, along —as it invariably did during the night—it loaded us with coal one truck at a time, and the was useless trying to hold up against it. crew trimmed the coal below hatches. A Great Life on the Ocean Wave. Variable Winds. A Squaw Village. Sail was reduced to topsails, and the On Saturday afternoon the crew got a spell, and Thrills and Spills of a Sailor's Career. Moody left to scud before it. The result was walked along a three-mile road into Nanaimo, that, three weeks after leaving port, we passing a squaw town half way. were farther away from our destination than Told in Plain, Unvarnished Style. Some of the sailors had been through this we left, being almost down to Honolulu. squaw town before, and stopped to renew associa- (BY A FARMER S BOY) A temporary change of wind, however, sent us tion with the noble Indian bucks and their squaws. No. IV. reaching close-hauled for Cape Flattery, and in My admiration for the noble braves—many of another week our worry was over A tug picked whom eked out a living by fishing and selling the us up. and we shortly dropped anchor off Victoria, salmon for two-bits a couple — sunk much below Nothing would satisfy him but that I should go aboard with him. It which we left next day in tow of another tug up a what I had anticipated. seems he had come ashore with the skipper early in the evening to attend narrow channel for sixty miles to a settlement The skipper, a down-easter from Maine, filled in called Departure Bay. a theatre, and the ship's gig was tied at the adjacent Market Street steps time by sailing the ship's gig along the channel to awaiting him. A few minutes after we stepped into it, the skipper The shores on both sides of the channel were Nanaimo whenever the wind was favourable, and appeared, and we pulled out Into the bay. lined high and dry with round timber, looking iike as the boat wouldn't come round 011 a tack un- myriads of discarded gigantic telegraph poles. aided, I usually accompanied him, and sat in the The skipper was a stranger, and as the boat made fast to the ship's They had evidently been washed down by floods, bow oar in hand ready to give the required pull gangway in the dark, I could see it was not the Mona's Isle. and lost to the lumbermen. British Columbia is round. This done, I had nothing much to do but the country of timber and fish. glance into the shallow depths and watch the

N spite of his hatd visage, the mate, whose down, and look after the gig whenever Ihe captain I name was Paton, was not devoid of fine wanted to be pulled ashore, he would ship me as qualities ; but, like most sailors, was partial an able seaman for the coastal trip. to a cruise around Cape Krolic after a long voyage, This offer was right into my hands. I squared my and consequently changed his ships frequently. board bill, and accepted an absconded boarder's Captains prefer a subservient mate —one who will Saratoga trunk from the day janitor, who always stand by the ship in port, and practically take had an ever-increasing stock ol forgotten boxes charge of her until she gets to sea again. But lumbering his quarters. Next I bought a suit of Paton loved the dictum of Patrick Henry, the oilskins and a pair of sea boots, and sucked all in Scotch-American patriotic orator, who often closed the deserted forecastle. his speech with : " As for me, give me liberty, or give me death." Away to Sea. A dozen seamen and a second mate came off in The ship was the " Charles Moody," about the a tug boat on the following Saturday afternoon. same size and build as the Mona's Isle, but The tug boat shortly gave us a hawser—the bower looking much bigger whilst lying in ballast. She anchor was hauled up and made fast on the fore- was also built of pitchpine in the Eastern States, castle head, and the " Charles Moody" moved and was heavily sparred. down past the Presidio and out through the In her day she had made some crack passages Golden Gate, where we slipped the tug's hawser, round the Horn, and had not long come into port and the wind being foul we headed westward. with a cargo of general merchandise from New It being the season of the autumnal equinox, York. t strong northerly breezes were frollicking down, and The mate told me that she was going " up the the vessel's light trim refused to allow her to stand Sound " for a cargo of coal, and that if I cared to against them. To partly relieve her top heaviness stand by and assist in sending her skysail-yardS. the skysail yards were sent down on deck, but •I ^u^jW^ 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 15 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. Cut-throat Crew. hatch, which had been kept open for ventilation, myriad skate and flounder darting beneath the One of the crew of the Moody, a little old man and set fire to the cargo of hemp. The demon THB oncoming gig. The passage was alive with fish. of uncertain years, had formed one of the crew of then came up and jumped into the sea with a fare- well yell. AUSMMMAn COMMERCE In about a month our hold was full, the hatches the ill-starred Frank N. 1'hayer, a Boston ship, which was set on fire by a couple of coolie muti- LIMITS* „ clapped on, the decks washed down, and once But the ship blazed quickly, and tile crew barely neers in the year 1886. The Thayer, at this time, had time to launch and provision a boat before the ».!> irl.il CadUl • ll.Mt.Mt more the tug had us in tow for Cape Flattery, Capital rm-n ami tana . ll.tlt.lll where we let go, and braced our yards. With was en route from Manila to New York with a masts and spars began to fall. Five men had been 1—rrMll tM a) tin Jut, 11,4 • 114.4,1.411 ordinary luck,' we ought to have made a flying cargo of hemp. Her crew was made up of all slain, but the rest of the crew, seventeen persons Director.: SIR MAHK SHKI4X>N. K. H. K . Chairman ; KKANK X. YAHWOOD, K.C.P.A. : DUNCAN ('AKMON ; passage south, but the wind played queer tricks, sorts, including a Chinese cook and two Indian altogether, reached St. Helena seven days later. K. R. LVRAOHT. O. H. K ; OUNEI J. 8I.Y, I.I.I).; and meanwhile our straining topsides leaked like coolies, which had been shipped at Manilla. I.IKUT.COI. T- I* F RUTMCDGR. M L.L. It is almost incredible that two coolies could General Manager: C. M. C. SHANNON. a sieve, needing all hands at the pumps until the Chlet liwpector lor New South Wale«: W. O. HUM. For some reason or other the two coolies overpower a crew of twenty, and render them planking swelled. resolved to seize the vessel and to murder terror-stricken ; but such was proved to be possible lead Met, Sytaey (Carter Sear|e Mi Kiag Streets) During the daylight there would be a heavy the crew. Had they succeeded, they might in the case of the mutiny of the Frank Thayer. BRANCH ICS ANII RKCKIVINU OKFICKS AT ISO have posed as heroes and sole survivors, for The coolies had armed themselves with harpoons Pl.ACKS IN NKW SOUTH WAI.KS. swell, and no wind blowing hard enough to give BRISBANK:-WI Queen .t. Ciller luapeclor for us steering way ; yet, no sooner would the great few would imagine that two Inoffensive- and knives lashed to long sticks, which kept the Queensland-.!. N. H. BROWN. Manager-U. H. HOWKI.I.. sun dip beneath the waves than the wind would looking coolies would become desperate and others in awe. Had they succeeded in killing the BRANCH KM AND KKCKIVINO OFFICIOS AT 27 Pl.ACKS IN QUKRNSI.ANi). spring up, and was generally roaring by midnight. bloodthirsty mutineers. captain and got possession of his firearms their M Kl.BOURN K:—S3A CoNlne-rt. Manaaer-M. H. KFNNTCV. murderous design would have been easy of accom- At this time the vessel was within 700 miles of ADK1.AIDK:—U Rnndle M. Manager—R. T. MOODIK. plishment, and the fate of the Thayer and her 1-ONDON :->7 Threedneedle rt , K.C. » " Spring to It." St. Helena, in the Atlantic Ocean. When the frightened crew might never have become known. Manager—A. F. JRRKINS. This meant that we were kept busy furling sail watch was about to be changed at midnight, the AgeiiU throughout the rent of A untralia, TaMmanln And throughout the night, and hauling at the halliards New Zeeland, and at all Chief Cities throughout the World coolies fell upon the mates with knives, and struck The Charles Moody made a tolerable passage of in the morning. As half-rotten ropes invariably both down at once. The others of the crew, KVKKY IIKSCRIPTION OF BANKING ten days back to San Francisco, and as the winter part during a heavy strain, and something always HUSINK98 TRAN8ACTKI). though carrying sheath knives, rushed up the was crowding in apace in the northern latitudes I went wrong at the trying moment, we had plenty rigging or retreated to the forecastle for shelter. wanted no more of Cape Flattery, but 1 longed for of hard work during the night watches. In the The coolies ran into the cabin to surprise the tropic seas again. I was paid off with a promise daytime, too, the ship rolled and laboured so skipper—Clarke—and subbed him, but not fatally, of re-engagement for a voyage to Europe with heavily as to cause wonderment how a wooden WUNDERLICH and with a revolver he prevented them from getting wheat vessel could hold together so well, but (Joubtless at his wife and child. ART METAL CEILINGS ( To bt tonlimud in our Hex/ issue.) AN AITMIC, DBTTOCRTEE, KN-WWNI, WHILE the copper fastening was some protection. ANT proof AND EULLY ERECTED -YET AVAILABLE After a lull, the coolies, thinking they had mor- AT AURPRIATNFLY MODERATE PRICES. One big vessel I recall —the Harvey Mills— tally wounded the captain, again entered the cabin, DURABESTOS after a similar voyage, arrived in port with her in search of arms, but retreated on a couple of PLEASE ASK A FRIEND TO JOIN copper shrivelled all round her sides. Some days ASBESTOS CEMENT shots being fired. A yell was shortly heard from THE NAVY LEAQUE. BUILDING SHEETS our ship lurched so badly that the skipper ordered the man at the wheel, and afterwards another man ALE STROOF, WEATHER-PROOF AND EVERLUTLNF. all but the courses to be tied up on the yards to on deck was stabbed and thrown overboard. They THEY AN MADE LA MANY AIM, FOR EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL WALLS AND PLAIN CETUNP. prevent them being chafed. were victims of their own inaction. DURABESTOS SLATES Prolific Pish. The coolies had sole control of the ship all that make an ideal rooftnf. which protects and day and night, but next morning the skipper shot S. C. PARKER beauttfiae the home for aU Hme. An afternoon pastime was to fish for goneys. M. P. S. one through the cabin woodwork. The wounded WUNDERLICH The goney belongs to the albatross species, and is about the size of a big goose. Often in fine nigger ran shrieking along the deck, followed by DISPENSING CHEMIST ROOFING TILES weather a flock of them generally settled near the his mate, and on this, two men came down from COMBINE WNNNKM BEAUTY WITH EXTREME the main rigging, and joined the captain. DURABILITY, AND AFFORD EVER LUTING PROTECTION waist of the ship, tempted there by the cook and 21 mioughby Road, THE ATRWETME THEY AMBELLIAH. THEY ARE to his slop buckets. It was good sport landing Whilst the coolies were fore'ard, the cook AVAIHBK to AHADAE of RED AOD CHOCOLATE. a fluttering bird, with a strong fishing line, and handed an axe into the forecastle, and the im. Crow's Nest WU NP ERLIC H^ LIMITED sometimes there would be half-a-doaen at a time prisoned sailors hacked their way out on deck. Car. el CBOWNftCLBVeLAND IT1. BEDPEBN fluttering over the decks. None of the sailors, Seeing the tide had turned, the wounded coolie TIL. NORTH sal. MdM M HUNTER STREET, NEWCASTLE however, would dream of injuring one beyond the plunged overboard, but the other sprang down the •a« 171 SYDNEY. Pkm R«Hm 498. fish , hook torture. 22 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 17

" Costs a little more Worth a lot more." PEARSON'S Aunt Mary's CARBOLIC Baking S4J«D SOAP Powder NAVY LEAGUE SEA CADETS Made from the finest Cream of Tartar —free from all adulterants. Makes delicious crispy scones, dainty cakes and pastries. Always insist on Aunt DOES ITS WORK Mary's Baking Powder. | READY 1014 READY | WELL AVE

OFFICIALLY RECOGNISED BY THE AUSTRALIAN NAVY BOARD USE NO OTHER The Navy League is Non-Sedarian. The Navy League is Non-Political.

Executive Committee Meeting. Messrs. A. G. Milson, F. W. Hixson and S. Foster-Newlands were appointed to act as Dele- gates, on the suggestion of the Victorian Branch B THE B The usual Monthly Meeting of the Executive of the Navy league, to form a joint deputation of Committee took place at the Royal Naval House, Navy League Branches throughout Australia to T0 on Monday afternoon, March 9th. wait upon the Minister of Defence to urge upon L Present-- His Honor Judge Backhouse (in the him the advisability of building in Sydney, a BROKEN HILL PROPRIETARY C° chair), Messrs. (1 Fairfax. Harry Shelley, S. Foster- floating dock capable of accommodating capital MINE OWNERS IRON & STEEL MASTERS Newlands, Reg White, Captain A. W. Pearse, J. J. ships. Eyre, C. M. C. Shannon, T. Fox, A. G. Milson, and Keith Jefferies, Acting Secretary. His Honor Judge Backhouse took the oppor- MANUFACTURERS OF: tunity of making eulogistic reference to Captain Apologies were received from Commander Quick, Craufurd's untiring interest and practical support TEE RAILS, BRIDGE RAILS. Messrs. Kelso King, T. H. Silk, and Sir Alfred to the Navy league during his occupancy on the BEAMS. CHANNELS. Meeks. Executive Committee. " We are particularly grate-

ANGLES. TEES. ROUNDS. On the suggestion of the Secretary, it was ful for sterling assistance you have given lis regard- decided that Mr. E. Swann be invited to join ing any overtures made through Garden Island for SQUARES. FLATS North Sydney as Mr. M McDonald's deputy. Navy League requirements. We only hope, OCTAGONS. PIG-IRON. continued Judge Backhouse, that you will receive The three Cutter Gigs from Newcastle of which INGOTS. BLOOMS ANO promotions for the higher you go the better chance BRANCH OFFICES: two were kindly purchased by Mrs. Amos (North we will have of you coming back to Australia in BILLETS. REINFORCING Sydney) and Mr. Kelso King, have been allocated your official capacity." BARS. WIRE RODS, to North Sydney, Concord and Drummoyne. BENZOL, TAR. SOLVENT An application from Concord to be known, in Captain Craufurd, who sails for England on

NAPHTHA, SULPHATE OF future, as the Concord-Abbotsford Sub-Branch April 1 st, stated that he was only too glad to have was favorably received. been in the position of rendering practical support AMMONIA It was decided to promote an athletic meeting to the Navy League. " It was my duty to support so wonderful a movement" and, added Captain for Sea Cadets in the near future. Craufurd, " it would be a poor Naval Officer who A request from the Lane Cove Branch for the didn't feel in sympathy with the Navy League " appointment of Mr. H. Cochrane, President, to the Executive Committee of the Navy League was It was decided amidst acclamation, that a letter HEAD OFFICE: iSSSi MELBOURNEp endorsed unanimously. of appreciation be sent to Captain Craufurd. 18 THE NAVY LEAGUEJOURNAL . 15 18 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL

APPLY TO 4 THE CLEVER CLEANER

Whorovordlrt and grease ooiloet. "OLIVER MARY win be found the quiofcoot way of banishing them Just rub on "CLEVKR MARY" and tho groaoo rubo SUB-BRANCH AND COMPANY NEWS. off at onoo Classware, things of nickel and aluminium, woodwork, floors, windows -for all Of floor In Charge Mr » OOOPER RICHMOND thooo — and for oloanlnff hands there's nothing BALMAIN Hon S*cr «!ar y Mr EDGAR FIODEN 309 GEORGE ST., SYDNEY NORTH SYDNEY -ErST^"" VTSBB Hon Secretary.

Mr. J. DdCKIkQ PAMPHLET* ON OONOORD - SUTiJSSSy* Mr. P. L ADAMS Hon Secretary CLEVER. . Mr. •. W. WRAY .Offloor-ln-Charge Mr. Q. KIRKCALDIE ROSE BAY-ZTZZSZ". The Great Scenic Route DRUMMOYNE Hon. Secretary Mr. N. CARDWELL

( From Mr. S. Cooper!. Across Canada. BALMAIN. MARY Balmain's Godmother (Mrs. Mayne) gave the (Contributed by Mr. K. Fidden). Balmain League a party at Mr. Cooper's residence on Thursday, February 26th, 1925, 30 boys being BALMAIN—CONTINUED. A most interesting letter has been received by present. This being our drill night we had to go with a knife from H.M.S. "Hood" given by Dr. Boys from 12 to 14-ist, Ryan, ist Seaman's the Hon. Sec. from Signaller Nicholls (one of the through our usual work, the exception being a Stopford, for being the best oarsman in the cutter. Manual ; 2nd, R. Fraser, fishing line; 3rd, E. first N. L Sea Cadets). He s *uoard H.M.A.S. shorter time at drill. After the prizes were presented the boys were Starkey, cricket ball. Stalwart," and expects to return to Sydney during fell-in and marched to their places at the tables. Boys fell in for inspection at 7 30 p.m. After the month. Boys from 14 to 16J—ist, A. Caterson, Sea- Grace was said, and the lads fell to with gusto, being mustered and inspected the boys were man's Manual; 2nd, C. Moore, fountain pen ; doing credit to the viands set before them. At C.PO. Ronald Gaul, who went to sea on S.S. detailed as follows: —8 boys to Compass Class 3rd, J. Kendal, fishing line. 9.20 p.m. toasts to the King, The Navy League, " Marella," is due back in port on March 20th. under L.S Cooper, 9 boys to Knots Class under Mr. McGovern, of training ship " Tingira," Balmain's Godmother, and the Visitors were drunk He seems to have taken to the sea like the pro- LS. Fox, 5 boys to Semaphore Class under L S. kindly set the task and judged the knots tied by (ginger beer). After supper, nautical games were verbial duck to water. • Harvey, 4 boys to Single Sticks Class under L S. the boys. Balmain's Godmother also gave the played, and the party broke up at n p.m. singing On Sunday, March 8th, the Balmain and Phillips, 4 boys to Lead and Line Class under "God save the King." Drummoyne Companies held a combined Church C P.O. Haywood. P.O Evans, Quartermaster of prizes. Leading Seaman B. Fox was presented Parade at St. Bede's Church, Drummoyne. the Watch, making up log. Lifeboat crews were Arrangements are being made for the same com- called away at 8.15, 8.35, 8.45. FOR NAVY LEAGUE RING B 7808 | FOR NAVY LEAGUE RING B 7808 panies to attend a similar Parade at St. John's, The following boys passed out of Compass Class, Balmain, at an early date. Sea Cadets Robertson, C. Moore, H. Kendal, Believing that the O C s of the different Com- J. Kendal, R. Allen, E. Starkey, and were then panies are desirous of holding a meeting to discuss joined up with Knots and Splices Class. several matters pertairing to the league arrange- General classes were then dismissed, and the ments have been made to hold a Meeting at the whole of the boys were seated in a ring around Balmain Depot on the afternoon of Sunday, the ballroom whilst a Knotting Competition was March 21st. - g held. Boys eligible to compete were of all ages If O.Cs. will kindly note this date and attend yourOm^Jijur to 12 years, 12 to 14, 14 to i6£. Leading seamen much good should result not being allowed to compete in the Junior Com- "Makes Scones White and Light." "Pastry Nice and Crisp.' Richmond's Cutter Crew were put through their petition the winners were as follows:—ist, D. paces by Mr. Cooper recently; it is calculated Fraser, a leather pouch; 2nd, W. Robertson, a Made of the Pur eft ingredients and packed by machinery the above Jack knife; 3rd, H. Watt, cricket ball. they will be a big factor in the next race. line represents a Standard of Qyality which cannot be excelled anywhere.

ORDER A TRIAL PACKET AT ONCE. 16 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 21

Among those who contributed to the programme DRUMMOYNE. NORTH SYDNEY. It is meetings of this nature which add so much were Joyce E. Fidden (Balmain) and Norrie to the good fellowship of the Branches, and Com- Cooper, Mrs. S. Cooper, Miss Elwyn Butcher, manding Officer Wade, with his staff, are to be (Contributed by H. Card well). (Contributed by Mr. H. MorriM Audrey Gr:.«drod, Norma and Billee Steel, Miss most heartily thanked for their kindness. Hilda /looch and Sea Cadet Hedges and On Saturday, 28th February, a number of The ordinary monthly meeting of the Committee G. Fawcett. Miss Fawcett also kindly helped us Drummoyne Cadets visited Lane Cove Company was held at the Depot on Friday, February 21st. in the evening at the piano. Our total profit for on the occasion of their Children's Party. The Present—Messrs. C. P. Bartholomew (in the chair), RICHMOND. the party was over ^20, which amount would Drummoyne boys spent an enjoyable afternoon, M. McDonald, Keith Jefferies and H. Morris, not have been reached only for the kind gener- and have to congratulate Lane Cove on their Mrs. Morris and Misses Glasson, Hansford and (Contributed by Mr. J. C. Antill). osity of the following friends:—Messrs. Butcher, successful fete. Morris. At our last general meeting, which was held on Kearney, Dutch, Marsh, Campbell, Tooth & Co., Mr. Hooper is away for a week at the military Tuesday, February 17th, our Social Committee An apology was received from Mr. A. G. Milson. Tooheys, Ltd., Marchants, Ltd., Peter's Ice training camp. decided to hold a Euchre Party and Dance on Cream (per Mrs. Miller), Butler & Co., bakers, Certain business arising from the reading of the On Sunday morning, 8th March, a combined Tuesday, March 31st, to raise funds for our Branch. Dunn & Co., printers, Mrs. Kelso-King, Miss minutes was discussed, and the Secretary was Church Parade was arranged between Balmain Mrs. Mathieson donated a beautiful Table Centre Frances Glasson, Mr. W. D. Loveridge, members instructed to take action on lines indicated by the and Drummoyne. The parade, which was well to be won in a guessing competition. of the Navy League Executive Committee, Mrs. Committee. attended, was held at St. Bede's Church of England, Huntington, Mrs. Standish, Mr. and Mrs. Mott, 1 On Saturday, February 28th, about 18 lads of Drummoyne. Miss Glasson reported that the proposed concer North Sydney Company visited Richmond to play Mrs. C. A. Thompson, Mrs. Thomas, Mr. and Cadet Swain is still on the sick list, but is was under action, and that in all probability the our lads cricket. They arrived at 2.30 p.m. and Mrs. A. Thompson, Mrs. Grindrod, Mrs. Gooch, improving rapidly, and hopes to be 011 his feet date fixed would be somewhere about the end of were met at the station by Mr. R. H. Wade, who Mrs. Bowden, Mrs. Butcher, Mrs. Hedges, Miss again shortly. April. escorted them to the cricket ground. Our lads Gooch (decorations for hall), Mrs. Miles, and Damage done to the Depot to be repaired by proved too strong for North Sydney. After the members of the local committee. Mr. Kirkaldie is endeavouring to form a Ladies' those responsible, and authority given the Secretary match about three dozen water melons were divided Committee for the welfare of our boys. A number to provide measures for the care of the Depot. amongst the lads, of which they made short work. The members of the Committee of the Ladies' of ladies have already evinced great interest, and They all then proceeded to the Drill Haii, where Welfare Club desire to express their sincere thanks it is hoped that the Committee will be in full swing Mr. McDonald, Officer-in-charge, was requested the ladies of the Welfare Committee gave the boys for the generous response accorded them. in about a month. to prepare and present to the next meeting of the their tea, and after expressing their thanks and Committee a report on the proposed sub-branch • assurance of having had a splendid time departed at Middle Harbour. for home again. Authority for the purchase of a typewriter and for the purchase of various articles for recreation On Sunday, March 1st, about 13 lads went to was passed Treasurer commented favourably on Balmain for cutter practice. Real British Quality the financial position. New Boys—A. Allsop, G. Bright, G. Heaps. The Navy League CRICKET MATCH. Knows What That Means At the invitation of Richmond sub-branch a LANE COVE. team from the cadets of the North Sydney sub- THE BRITANNIC branch visited Richmond and spent a most enjoy- able afternoon there. Richmond is the soul of (Contributed by Mr. F. Gurre). FOUNTAIN PEN hospitality, and the truly royal welcome extended We are very proud to report that Mr. \V. I). to the visitors will long be remembered. As is Ix>veridge of " Berida," Northwood, has kindly is a new model, in neatly chased fine apparently the custom in Richmond a motor car consented to becf.me patron of our Company. vulcanite, with screw top, and Crescent discharged a load of water melons during the On Sunday, March ist, the boys attended church Filler—you just dip the pen, at a press progress of the game. parade at St. Andrew's, Longueville, and were the arc once It is well balanced for the inspected before the service by our patron. The game was quite enjoyable, although North hand, and the ink never hesitates. Sydney was somewhat overwhelmed by the stalwart New Sea Cadets.— A. Desreaux, H. Caldecoat, Price 15/- lads, who were at one and the same time hosts and J. Martin, H. Mcintosh. opponents, nevertheless a good game resulted. Transferred to Clovelly—Cadet J. Thompson. No extra charge for Richmond being equally strong in both batting and The Children's Party organised by the Ladies' stamping your name. bowling. North Sydney being much stronger in Welfare Club, and held at the School of Arts, bowling did as well as could be expected, Morris ^ I Ane Cove, was a huge success Cadets from obtaining six wickers for twenty-seven runs, and ! Balmain and J)rummoyne sub-branches were Collins two wickets for about the same, were the 4 represented, and with our own Company made a W. C. Penfold & Co., Ltd. best of the visiting side. very spectacular appearance as they marched to After the game the Officers and lady members the hall. All the ladies of the Committee worked Stationers, Printers and Systematists, of the local Branch entertained both sides at tea very hatd, and they deserve great credit. Several of in the depot hall. It seemed almost incredible the gentlemen connected with the Company helped 88 PITT STREET, SYDNEY. us. Amongst the most enthusiastic were Messrs. Established 95 years (1830-1925.) 'Phones, B 8464 four lines that the vast piles of good things provided could # be absorbed, but nothing was left. Mcintosh, Bowden, Grindrod, and Standish. 28 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. 29

The Drummoyne Cadets are very proud of the ROSE BAY. colours they bear, and on Saturday, 7th March, they had a march around the suburb to display ((•'ram Mr. R. W. WMJRL '•The first drink of Ihe day.' the " Miss Charles Fairfax Flag." Since the Sub-Branch at Rose Bay was formed, The Committee extend their thanks to all who three weeks ago, we have had our weekly Parades helped to make a success of the Presentation at the Eastern Suburbs Headquarters. Clovelly, ELLIOTTS Function, particularly the Girl Guides and Mrs. and from the smartness exhibited by our boys one Todd, who served afternoon tea, the Balmain would think that they had been in training for Company of Cadets for the loan of chairs, etc. three months instead of only three weeks. FRUIT Mr. Geo. McKnight for preparing the address, and This is very encouraging to all, especially to the not forgetting Mr. Eyre, our untiring Chairman. Instructors, who have put all their energy into the movement. The Instructors are alert and have SALINE EASTERN SUBURBS HEADQUARTERS. grasped the situation in a nutshell. The boys are eager to learn, and all is going with a swing. We taken every morning acts as find that more of our time is lost to us in travelling CLOVE!, LY. a mild laxative and blood than we care to lose, but the boys are determined (Contributed by Mr C. J. Hoplin*. to carry on until such times as we will be able to purifier. Chief Executive Officer, Eastern Suburb*) have a Drill Hsll of our own at Rose Bay. The 'Che various companies from Rose Bay, Bondi 1 st Officer, Mr. Jones, and myself have been busily It Is effervescent and pleasant and Clovelly, which comprise the Eastern Suburbs engaged trying to secure a Boat Shed at Rose Bay to take. Su^v-branch are progressing very satisfactorily in for the cutter, but up to the present we have been their training, under the 1st and 2nd Officers, unsuccessful although we are in hopes of hearing Messrs. Wray and Jones and show a very marked something to our advantage soon. All Chemists and Storekeepers sell improvement. Mr. Linquist, 3rd Officer, is away I have also to report that we have received on a cruise with the H.M.A.S. Tasmania but is valuable help from Mr. Hopkins, Chief Executive ELLIOTTS FR IT SALINE expected back shortly. We expect to make satis- Officer of the Clovelly Headquarters. AT factory arrangements regarding the transport of the Bondi and Rose Bay companies to this Base 2s. 6d. per bottle. on training nights thereby saving a considerable CONCORD. amount in time and expense. Mr. R. H. B. Johnson, our Special Country (Contributed by F. L. Adam-) Organising Officer, reports that a number of country The usual weekly Parades have been well at- MR. LEA WILSON AND C.P.O. STEAD (RICHMOND), enthusiasts, with whom he came in contact, would tended and the Sea Cadets are getting very pro- WINNER OF THE LEA WILSON CUP " AND like to help our Branch along by presenting a ficient in sailing the gig. On Sunday, 22nd, the THE ACCOMPANYING GOLD MEDAL. cutter for training purposes. Mr. Johnson is gig was sailed down to Balmain and a visit was For Comfort authorised to receive donations from those who paid to that Company. wish to do their share towards this laudable end. Keen interest is being taken by the boys in the General Secretary of the Navy The cutter, when purchased, will be called "The competitions for various medals. and Great Western," as it is in the western district that We regret that Mr. John's has been obliged to League. Mr. Johnson operates. resign from his Instruction Class owing to ill-health. Our enthusiastic supporter, Mr. H. V. Jacques, The thanks of the Company are due to him for Economy M.L.A., has been carrying on the good work, and the work he has given us, which has been of great At the November meeting of the Executive has forwarded a cheque of from Mr. George B. benefit. Committee of the Navy League Headquarters, King, Australian Club, also a Sextant from Capt. New Entries-E. Elsley, H. Kendrick. Mangrovite Leather Soles London, Comdr. A. Westmorland Wood (R.N.), V. A. B. Willis, Australian Club. We extend our Mr. Docking has had the offer of a very con- retired, was selected to All the post of General best thanks to these gentlemen for their generosity. venient Depot at Abbotsford, which has the are unexcelled. Manufactured from the Secretary. We intend to form Social Committees in the following advantages : —boat slip, large boat shed, higher quality leather they undeniably various centres with a view to raising funds towards winch, drill ground, mast, and electric light and give longer and more satisfactory wear. Commander Wood was a gunnery lieutenant the equipment of the boys and gear for the boats. fresh water laid on. The rent is also 8/- per week before he was invalided from the Service in 1908, Mangrovite and " Klintstone" Waterproof Half and was promoted to Commander on the Retired A number of new boys have joined up lately .cheaper than what we are now paying. In the Soles s—Men's 2/-, postage 0d. Women's and and we hope to augment our numbers considerably event of the Committee of this Company deciding Youths' I/-, postage 4

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Government Savings Bank of New South Wales, Sydney. LIGHT CRUISERS. Hardy Bros., Ltd., Jewellers, 13 Hunter St, Sydney. Huddart, Parker, Ltd , 10 Bridge St, Sydney. Essential to the Dominions. Australia Shows the Way. Joyce Biscuits, Ltd., Camperdown, Sydney. John Bull Self Raising Flour. Kiwi Boot Polish. All boot stores. Canada's Policy of Laissez-Faire. Mangrovite Belting. 1 Mary Gold Essences All grocers. ^Biscuits Melbourne Steamship Co., Ltd., corner Clarence You will Hod them just as nice America and Japan. and Barrack Sts., Sydney. as their name, these crisp, light Mercantile Mutual Insurance Co., Ltd., 16 biscuits—with or without butter Martin Place, Sydney. or cheese, a distinct improvement Sublety of Geneva Protocol. Mclllwraith, McEacharn Line of Steamers, on the ordinary kind. We produce 61 Pitt Street, Sydney. other biscuits, too-and all we make Murdoch's Ltd., Park St, Sydney. are just a little better than usual. (Specially written by E. GEORGE MARK'S, Author "Napoleon and the ll'ar," " How Fo

Is the reduced Royal Navy sufficiently powerful for the protection of the Empire's floating trade? Permanent Trustee Co. of N.S.W., Ltd., 25 O'Connell St., Sydney. S. C. Parker, Dispensing Chemist, 21 Willoughby HOULD it be found not to be adequate to creet in disposing of the six submarines presented Road, Crow's Nest. S that gigantic task then the Dominions must to Australia after the war. They were not obsolete. Saxton & Sons, Ltd., A. C. Timber Merchants, strive to supply the deficiency. Light cruisers Sea-Plane Bases. Sydney. would materially help. Australia has launched The Australian Bank of Commerce, Ltd., An oil fuel base at Port Darwin, a sea-plane her cruiser programme and the Commonwealth Sydney. base at Sydney, and a sea-plane base at Albany recognises that practical example must be shown The Bellambi Coal Co., Ltd., 16 Spring St, (W.A.) are included in the Commonwealth naval the other Dominions of the Empire. A local Sydney. proposals ; also the construction of five oil tanks •I^IlS?! i^-fA JIILCI oti The Commercial Banking Company of Sydney, naval unit must continue in the forefront of the of 8,000 tons capacity each. For training purposes Ltd. Commonwealth naval policy ; Australia has been COR your new home, seaside or mountain six destroyers are to be stationed at various parts of Theatres—J. C. Williamson, Ltd., Sydney. experimenting with her own navy since 1911. 1 bungalow—apedfy "FIBROLITE" As- the Commonwealth; the permanent naval personnel bestos Cement Sheds for Exterior Walls. White Star Line of Steamers. Dalgety & Co Its achievements during the Great War were Interior Valla and Ceiling. and " FIBRO- Ltd., Sydney. is being increased from 4,472 to 5,509 ; the citizen 44 H highly creditable —a lesson to the other LITE" Slates for Roof inf. FibroHtc Whisky—Red, White and Blue. All hotels and Naval Reserve to 3,042. costs no more than weatherboards and lining British Dominions. boards and is superior in every respect. It clubs. is Fin Ratardant* White Ant Proof, aod Im- Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. The two new cruisers will be of the standard Before the reduction of the Australian Navy proves with Age. J. R. B. Watt, Dispensing Chemist, 457 Miller type of 10,000 tons. The inferiority of the Write >or Free Catalogue. Street, Suspension Bridge. after the war was decided upon, it boasted 25 light cruiser in armament and protection Zam-Buk. All Chemists. vessels—the battle cruiser Australia, twelve des- must be compensated for by greater speed. troyers, six submarines, and six light cruisers. James Hardie SI Coy. Ltd. The two Australian cruisers will be constructed PLEASE ASK A FRIEND TO HELP Australia must have submarines; the proposed with a view to speed and efficiency ; they will, York ud Wynyard Streets, Sydney. THE NAVY LEAGUE. three long distance ones are essential, each will naval experts hope, be protected by a system of cost ^250,000. The Commonwealth was indis- watertight subdivision against submarines.

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Light Cruisers. Such a vessel while capable of keeping outside 100,000 towards the cost of the Singapore Base. All the Powers are now building light cruisers. the range of the guns of an enemy battleship by That Dominion should follow Australia's ex- "LORD NELSON" Japan had a big start — due to astuteness, dis- her high speed, would be a menace to such capital ample—decide upon the construction of at cernment, consequent upon battleship scrapping. ship by her torpedoes. Such a cruiser also could least one light cruiser of 10,000 displace- AND THE OLD hold her own against an aerial attack by the com- ment. Two Pacific Powers, the U.S.A. and Japan, have bination of effective aircraft artillery ; by being The Commonwealth of Australia and New decided Uj>on the construction of light cruisers in " VICTORY" able to manoeuvre under a speed equal to the Zealand should have a co-ordinated system of conformity with the Washington pact ; Australia speediest torpedo craft. naval construction and naval defence. MADE HISTORY FOR of necessity, is interested. It will be perceived that both Powers have aimed at vessels of high The Australian light cruisers must be so con- In any clash in the Pacific New Zealand's BRITAIN speed. The U.S.A. light cruiser displacement is structed as to embrace these vital considerations. destiny must inevitably be linked with Australia's. 10,000 tons; length, 600-ft. ; eight 8-inch guns; The policy of the Commonwealth and New Zealand Wake Up New Zealand! speed, 33 knots ; armoured side protection, fitted with regard to the Pacific is obvious: are of com- Vice-Admiral Sir Frederick Field of the Specia' with bulges ; carrying two or more aeroplanes. plete unity ; loyal, unquestionable assistance to Service Squadron, warned the Dominions that the each other. Hence, each must have a local navy ; greatly reduced Royal Navy would be unable to BURNET'S light cruisers, submarines, torpedoes are of vital prevent enemy raiders destroying commerce 011 importance. their trade routes. He strongly advised New JELLIES Zealand to construct light cruisers—at least three ; Canada's Policy of Laissez-Faire. he selected in the Dominion a site for a 5,000 ton Canada is a highly important British Dominion ; HAVE MADE FAME FOR oil tank. its population is 8,700,000. It is the Naval laggard New Zealand, in 1923-4, voted ^338,699 for of the Dominions, a loiterer ! Australia has given AUSTRALIA naval defence, exclusive of the contribution of Canada a reminder that the Dominions must

AND THE VICTORY ACHIEVED BY THEIR FAMOUS SUPERIORITY Who is the Executor of Your Will? TO ALI. OTHERS If you have appointed a friend, have you considered that he may die soon after you, and your Estate may pass into the control of someone whom you woidd never have trusted ? 'niat he may maladminister the Funds ? Or that your Estate may suffer losses through WILL LIVE FOR EVER his neglect or inexperience ? THE.SK RISKS CAN BK BK OUARDEl) AGAINST BY APPOINTING AS YOUR EXECUTOR: AVOID INFERIOR BRANDS AND E. GEORGE MARKS. INSIST UPON THE ORIGINAL .. PERPETUAL TRUSTEE COMPANY (LIMITED) Japan's Cruisers. OF 33-39, HUNTER ST. SYDNEY Japan's light cruisers are formidable : 10,000 Burnet's tons displacement ; length, 600-ft.; eight 8-inch WHICH OFFERS UNDOUBTED SECURITY, COMBINED WITH KXPKRT ADMINISTRATION. guns, with anti-aircraft battery of 4 inch guns; DIRECTORS : speed, 32 to 33 knots ; 12 torpedo tubes ; 5-inch HUN. K. .1. BLACK, M.L.C. (Clwirman) SIR SAMUEL HORDKRN T. H. KKLI.Y HERBERT R. LYSACHT Jelly to 4-inch side armour. DR. R. L. FAITHFUL!, WALTER T. BRUNTON Australia's cruisers must be as modern and CAPITAL AND RESERVES: SRBM'RIBKD CAPITAL .... £1,000,000 effective as those of the U.S.A. and Japan. UNCALLED CAPITAL .... IX'IO.OOO l*KKI'KTI'AI. DEPOSIT WITH CALL ROR BOOKLET. MANAUER : R. COPLAND LETHBRIDTSE destroyer. 28 29 THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL. THE NAVY LEAGUE JOURNAL.

construct light cruisers; that the Royal Navy An essential part of the cruise of the Special tocol a Japanese thrust at the sovereignty of the must have practical auxiliary naval outposts to Service Squadron was to impress upon the out- jgreat Republic—an invitation to the members of augment its greatly reduced numerical strength posts of the Empire the paramount necessity of the League of Nations to come to the assistance of School Savings Banks under the Washington Agreement. naval defence. Canada cannot plead in justifica- Japan's emigration policy ; to punish the U.S.A. tion of her lethargy that she was not warned. for asserting the power of Congress—interpreting The Government Saving! Bank has Canada was far behind Australia and New Zea- Vice-Admiral Field's speeches in Canada were the wishes of America's 120,000.000 citizens. taken over from the Education Depart- land in its naval expenditure for 1923. Aus- ment the accounts of depositor* in the pregnant with warnings Australia and New Zea- tralia's expenditure was ,£2,086,875, Canada's Japanese is unquestionably hostile to the coming School Savings Banks. land deferred to the Admiral's practical experience ; 1,555,500 dollars! Now New Zealand's expen- cruise of the U.S.A. fleet to Australia. Trouble in they are preparing 10 assist the Royal Navy by diture was £338,699. Canada was warned by the Pacific between Japan and U S A. grows daily NEW ACCOUNTS locally assisting themselves. Will be opened for any pupil who Vice-Admiral Field during the visit of the Special nearer, with its inevitable embroilment of the can sign his name. Squadron Service that Canada must have a local South Africa is slowly awakening from its naval British Empire and her Dominions. Hence, all navy to protect her trade. That warning is un- policy of Laissez-Faire. It has a surveying vessel; the Dominions should push on with local navies— DEPOSITS heeded ; Canada lays behind Australia and New a few mine-sweeping tiawlers. Australia's lead build light cruisers, submarines, torpedoes, and Accepted at the School only from Zealand - Dominions with much smaller popula- must be followed, l.ight cruisers—two at least— implements of defence. Id. upwards. tions. Any Dominion that neglects to protect its should lie built. INTEREST trade routes in peace must inevitably suffer disasters What a tremendous advantage it would be to Paid at on every complete £ in war. The depredationsof the light cruiser Emden the Royal Navy at the outset of a naval war to up to the usual limit. should not be forgotten by Canada. Australia know that the Dominions were locally protected. doesn't forget; the peril of commerce-raiders was Encourage the children to save by this The next naval war will be largely fought with unquestionably demonstrated during the Great simple method. high-speed cruisers : light cruisers wilt be wanted War. to chase and destroy commerce raiders. fiiverimcnt Savings Bank Does Canada imagine that in a Pacific conflict with Japan it would not be embroiled ? Should Japanese Sublety. England be constrained — one momentous day in Japan is perfecting her policy of light cruisers, the future — to come to the assistance of America submarines, and torpedoes. She is burning to in a struggle with Japan for the hegemony of the avenge the stigma of the American Exclusion Act; Pacific all the great British Dominions will ipso the Machiavellian subtlety of the Japanese dele- Globe Brand facto be drawn into the maelstrom of strife. gation at the recent Geneva Conference, startled Canada will not enjoy immunity. She will have to the world —particularly Australia and New Zea- Meat Products strip for battle; to be effective in the combat she land. QUALITY QUARANTEED must have a local navy—a navy to protect her The amended Protocol would have given Japan ASK FOR trade routes, to give confidence to the far flung Th* KIWI-TRADE MARK. _——. the power and the privilege of embroiling the Royal Navy. white world in a struggle for the aggrandisement Canada's naval policy of Laissez-faire is suicidal. of Japan. That is really what Japan attempted to Globe Sheep Tongue Australia has told the world that a naval policy of do. America's Exclusion Act, Australia's White Laisstrfaire, a policy of Laissex-vertir— await Australia policy were to be construed as domestic coming events—must not be permitted in the affairs—a Casus Belli for the white peoples of the KIWI world to fight over, for the advancement of ideals Globe Ox Tongue Southern Seas. of Japan—the aspiring leader of the Asiatic Con- BOOT POLISH "Coming Event* Catt their Shadows federation of countless millions of colored people ; GIVES Before." people who are implacably opposed to the true Globe Neat Extract SPLENDID RESULTS Australia reads the portents of the Eastern ideals of civilisation. skies; she must be on the alert; her own ships: RENOWNED IN BLACK, TANS ud her own arsenals ; her own implements of attack Australia saw the subtlety hidden between the JAMES BARNES LIMITED PATENT LEATHER. and defence are requisites of safety. 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