Mutual Work

MUTUAL WORK Special Activities A Summer Outing , The Millard Academy and the Deseret stake M. I. A. recently had a most successful chautauqua and summer outing. Principal C. E. McClellan of the Academy, Supt. George E. Finjinson, and President Mrs. H. A. Riding of the respective M. I. Associations, acted unitedly together as a general committee for the three organizations. The outing was held in Oak Creek canyon, Millard county, and more than A Photo of the Company in Oak Creek Canyon, Millard Co., Utah. one thousand people were present. The chautauqua covered a period of four days, August 22 to 25, inclusive. The educational idea dominated the meetings which were held at 9 a. m., 4 and 8:30 p. m. Between periods, short hikes were taken to the summits of the surrounding peaks and ridges, the visiting educators pointing out the interesting facts concerning nature. Six teachers from the Brigham Young University were present. Prof. H. Smart lectured on bird life. Rural sanitation was also treated in such a way that the information obtained repaid for the entire trip. Professor Fred Buss gave a talk on the physiography of Oak Creek canyon, in which he pointed out the wonderful stories which the rocks told to those who could read their language. He spoke also on "How to Read the Stars." Prof. E. L. Roberts gave a clear analysis of the difficult dance question, and the best suggestions for its solution. He also spoke on athletics. Prof. Gudmundsen and his two children delighted the throngs by instrumental music. Miss Mabel Morley sang and Miss Olgie Eggertsen gave readings. Field Secretary Oscar A. Kirkham was present and sang, and spoke in his usual interesting style. Alva L. Woodward, instructor of music in the Millard Academy, and Miss Garda Gee, delighted their audiences

MUTUAL WORK 1119 in music and oral expression. Miss May Mortensen of the Cassia StakeAcademy read several selections. A big concert was given on Wednesday evening at which more than 500 people gathered to the dim light of a gas lamp, and those of distant automobiles. The artists already referred to gave first class selections. On Thursday afternoon a well attended stake Priesthood meeting was held Educational and religious talks were listened to with an attention not usually accorded in a regular meetinghouse in August. Logs were used for seats. On Friday the Bee-Hive girls of Oak City played ball against the girls from all the other wards, and won by a score of fourteen to six. In Oak City, on Friday, a hundred couples took part in a closing dance under the direction of stake M. I. A. officers. the dances So Strict adherence to regulations of propriety governed much pleasure and profit have come to parents and grownups from I he comthis out that it is hoped it can be made an annual affair. bining of the Church school with the M. I. A. worked to the interests of both Principal McClellan, Supt. Finlinson, and President Riding treat for the comare congratulated on having provided so rare a munity and the general committee is also commended for the success of' the undertaking. Our illustration gives a slight conception in the woods. ot the happy group as they were photographed Lists of Dramas, Debates, and Declamations ruling The joint committee on Special Activities has modified its select these events to this extent: M. I. A. officers may in regard to for use, other plays and other subjects for debates than those recomGeneral mended in these lists, provided they submit them to the of like Boards for approval; they may also select other declamations but these need no character and standard of excellence to those listed It is earnestly requested, however, that be submitted for approval. possible: the recommended lists be used as far as DRAMAS a drama in acts; 6 males, 6 "The Cricket on the Hearth," bv Albert Frr.ith, 3 8 males, 4 females; full eve- ^""'A^am^-^rA^gu^s'Thomas, a drama in 4 acts; ^^"iSeHne and Petruchio," by Shakespeare, edited by Wm. Winter, a comedy in ^P; 2 ac fUl1 ic ng ( ^ V ay r 5< 11 e S .. by Gyde Fitch , a play in 4 acts; 5 males, 6 females, 3 children; M en "-by Madeleine L. Ryley, a romantic comedy in 4 acts; 6 males, : "Mice a nIt 6 f males, 4 females. ^feSon^nd 'Si.SJ? byW. S. Gilbert, a comedy in 3 acts; 5 Tlm '''OurX/s"' by SiT^Ta* comedy in 3 acts; 6 males, 3 females; full eve- "^'DoK'^by drama in 3 acts; 4 males^. 2 females, 1 child. Charles Reade, a pastoral Frice 2bc. Time 2 hours and 40 minutes Founded on Tennyson s poem.acts; 5 males, 3 females. "My Brother's Keeper," by W. H. Baker, a drama in 3 Time 2 hours and 30 minutes. Price 25c. . comedy drama in 3 acts, "Mrs Tubbs of Shantytown." by Walter Ben Hare, a Frice 2ic. ? males 4 females 5 children. Time, 2 hours, 20 minutes. "Ail a Sake." by W. C. Parker, a farce comedy in 3 acts; 4 males, 4 females. Tim h0 P C 5C females, no "TL Re^rn of Let y," by Alice C. Thompson, a comedy in t 1 act; 5 male 5 i S 6 females, "biSr'at Srx "Ty Arthur Lewis Tubbs, a comedy in 2 acts; 3 males, 3 P C 1 Ch females ^rVh0?^riS-in a%!» S Time, 40 minutes. Price 15c. by Thos. T. Williams, a farce in 1 act; 3 males, 2 All of the above plays can be purchased at the Deseret News Book Store and the Salt Lake Costuming House, and from other dealers. DEBATES Resolved, that military drill training should not be adopted in state high schools or colleges.

1120 IMPROVEMENT KRA Resolved, thai the Powers Bhould by treaty give The Hague Tribunal the power to arbitrate ;ill disputes between nations. Resolved, thai the town of . having more than one thousand inhabitants, should establish a tax-supported library. Resolved, thai stake should set apart two days annually for the public discussion of its economic, social, and educational problems. Resolved, that county should have a county fair. Resolved, that the United States should adopt the policy of gradual disarmament. 'Ihe Bureau of Debating and Discussion of the extension division of the University of Washington has published a brief and outline on the following subject: "State roads and permanent highways." This is a question of great importance at the present time in the Western states. It is probable that a copy of this brief and outline may be obtained by addressing the Bureau, Seattle, Washington. Notf.s: Information relating to most of these questions may be obtained from your senator or representative in Congress. The University of California has published a bulletin (No. 3) in its extension division, entitled Bureau of Public Discussion, on Debating and Debating Societies, which is verv helpful. Write Bureau at Berkeley, California. Help may also be obtained from the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, and from the Agricultural College, Logan. See also "Y. M. M. I A. Hand Book," 1915, pages 25, 26, 93-95 DECLAMATIONS Humor Without Dialect "Budge's Version of the Flood," J. Habberton. Shoemaker's "Best Selections," No. 5, Choice Selections, No. 14. "Mice at Play," Anon. Shoemaker's "Best Selections," No. 11. "Tom Sawyer Whitewashes the Fence," Mark Twain. Shoemaker's "Best Selections,' No. 7. "Ghost Story," Mark Twain. Werner's "Readings and Recitations." "The Great Beef Contract," Mark Twain. Shoemaker's "Best Selections." "The Day of Judgment," Elizabeth Stewart Phelps. Shoemaker's "Best Selections." "Where Ignorance is Bliss," Howard Fielding. "The Speaker," No. 20. "The Little Story," R. W. Burdette. Shoemaker's "Best Selections." "The Philosopher in the Apple Orchard," Anthonv Hope. Werner's "Readings," No. 20. "The Spaeker," No. 1. "The Other Baby at Rudder Grange," Frank Stockton. Clark's "Handbook of " Best Readings "How We Hunted a House," Joshua Jenkins. Shoemaker's "Best Selections." MisccUaucovs "Napoleon at thePyramids," Geo. R. Garff. "Best Selections," No. 21. "Personal Liberty," W. J. Brvan. "The Speaker," No. 19. "The Temperance Question," T. G. Holland. "The Speaker," No. 19. "The American War," Lord Chatham Hyde's "School Speaker and Reader." "Paul Before King Agrippa." Bible. "Toussaint L'Ouverture." Phillips. Hyde's "School Speaker and Reader." "The New South," Gradv. Hyde's "School Speaker and Reader." "O'Connel." Phillips. Clark and Blanchard's "Practical Public Speaking " "Libertv Under Law," Curtis. Phillips' "Natural Drills in Expression." "The Call to Arms," Patrick Henry. Hvde's "School Speaker and Reader." "Force." Thurston. C. P. "Natural Drills in Expression," Clark and Blanchard's "Practical Public Speaking." "Victor of Marengo." Joel T. Headley. Hyde's "School Speaker and Reader." "Impeachment of Warren Hastings," Burke. Webster's "Reply to Haynes," Hyde's "School Speaker and Reader." "Matches and Overmatches," Webster. Webster's "Reply to Hayne." Note: "The Speaker" is a magazine published by Pearson Bros., 29 So. 7th St., Philadelphia, Pa.; 40c per copy. CHANGE IN RULING AS TO READING COURSE SCORING The ruling in regard to scoring in special activities (See p. 7 Convention Circular, 1916) has been modified in this one particular: In addition to scoring for reading courses in special gatherings called and presided over by officers of the M. I. A mem- , bers of the Association may also score points for the hearing of books read in home gatherings, but in no other gatherings except as provided. Scouts Celebrate the Fourth Roy Chidester, scoutmaster at Richfield, Utah, writes, July 5: "On the 4th of July our city arranged for a parade as a part of the independence program. This consisted of floats and decorated automobiles. Troop one of the Boy Scouts was given a chance to enter.

MUTUAL WORK 1121 We mounted a wireless telegraph instrument and aerial; we bandaged four boys all over and placed our law and promise and motto on large cardboards and decorated the car with green bunting. We carried off the first prize of fifteen dollars. The boys are encouraged and we are working hard and are about ready for our annual hike." M. I A in Australia Raymond Kneale, president of the M. I. A., Melbourne, Australia, writes that the association there is enjoying the spirit of the gospel despite the awful confusion of the war. "The war is causing people to have another conception of life and will undoubtedly open the way for the further spread of the gospel. In this country we know not how the tide may turn but must confide in our God. I am proud of the real spirit of 'Mormonism' which is the upholding power of men in the world. Our association continues to meet on special nights when we have debates, recitations, dialogues, short dramas, musical numbers and lectures. I pray continually for the advancement of truth." Athletics and Scout Work Stake Scout Masters' Notice Nineteen scout masters of the Salt Lake District Scout Masters' Association have received First Aid Certificates from the American Red Cross Association for completing a course of study in first aid. Dr. Robertson, under whom the course was taken, and who is one of the best first aiders in the country, having served in two British wars, has consented to give another course this winter, starting in the very near future. This course will consist of twelve lessons and will be given any time that will suit those who will undertake the study. N. W. Reynolds, at the Western Arms and Sporting Goods Company, of this city, has the course in charge. Mr. Reynolds said there will be no charges made for the course. Stake men, outside of Salt Lake, will be given first chance. If you are interested, write Mr. Reynolds. Watermelon Bust On the night of September 8, the Ensign stake M. I. A. Scouts went in automobiles to Centerville, Davis county, on a watermelon bust. One hundred and thirty-two boys made the trip, and what a rousing good time they did have! Each ward answered the roll call by giving their ward yell, and all joined in the scout songs and the stake yell. Stake Work Credit Uintah Through an error in copying, the Uintah stake, Pontha Calder, superintendent, was omitted from the list of stakes that paid 100% or more on the General Improvement Fund, for the year 1916, as published in the August number of the Era, page 923. Uintah stake should be added to the thirteen others named in the reference alluded to. As with the other stakes, we congratulate Uintah on having reached the goal. We trust that during the season to come, many more stakes will be added to the fourteen which stand at the head. It is a foregone conclusion, of course, that the fourteen stakes named will continue at the front in the good work.