Scouting, Volume 3, Number 22, April 1, 1916 Page: 88
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88 SIXTH ANNUAL REPORT OP THE BOY SCOUTS OP AMERICA
Uniformity in Scout Equipment.
In attending rallies, or other gatherings, where scouts in uniform are
present, one is frequently unpleasantly impressed by the great variety
of dress and accoutrement. In an organization such as ours where no
uniform is required and where all equipment is optional, there can
be from the very nature of the case little expectation of preciseness
and uniformity of appearance of the members. Much which is desirable
toward that end can be accomplished, however, through the cooperation
of scout officials. It will be helpful, for instance, if local councils would
consider the possibility of adopting and recommending to troops under
their jurisdiction who desire to purchase uniforms and personal equip-
ment, a standard outfit calculated to bring about uniform appearance in
principal essentials at least. For example, it might properly be agreed
that so far as practicable scouts under a particular local council should
be requested to wear stockings with their uniform instead of leggings—
or vice-versa—and that all scouts in uniform shall wear neckerchiefs.
Further that the summer uniform recommended shall consist of woolen
shirt, neckerchief, shorts, stockings and summer hat. Individual scout-
masters, and those in towns where there are several troops but no council,
might cooperate to promote some semblance of uniform outward appear-
ance of scouts. A further limitation in this matter is our extensive
country with its varied climatic conditions. The suggestions which have
been thrown out, however, may perhaps prove helpful in unifying the
appearance of scouts over considerable areas.
Possible Effect of European War.
A word of warning may be proper at this time with reference to the
possible effect of European disturbances upon some parts of scout equip-
ment unless the situation is greatly improved in the next few months by
the ingenuity of American manufacturers. The situation as regards
dyestuffs is such that the uniformity and dependableness of fabric colors
is seriously threatened. The colossal demands upon this country for
woolens, metals of all character and many other raw materials as well
as manufactured products, has already been reflected in advanced prices,
and others may surely be expected. So far, this Department has been
able to anticipate and to offset the embarrassment of such changes, but
it is proper that all should know that the situation as it develops may
bring about variations in character and price of merchandise due to
the foregoing causes. The Committee on Scout Supplies, however, may
be relied upon to protect the members of the organization in every way
from changes which it is possible to avoid.
Cooperation Essential.
The plea is renewed for the hearty cooperation of scout leaders the
country over whose suggestions, advice and criticism are earnestly so-
licited as helpful to this Committee. Based primarily upon the desire
to render service to the field, the success of the Supply Department
contributes to the extension of the scout program nationally through
such profits as may result from its operation. It is hoped that the
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Boy Scouts of America. Scouting, Volume 3, Number 22, April 1, 1916, periodical, April 1, 1916; New York, New York. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth282801/m1/90/: accessed May 8, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Boy Scouts of America National Scouting Museum.