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Cut Knife Grinder, July 15, 1927Give the Boys an Outing
At a meeting of the Juvenile Sports Committee it was proposed to conduct a Boys' (9 to 14 years) Camp at Atton's Lake the last week in July. Further announcement giving details and cost will published next week.
Cut Knife Grinder, July 29, 1927
Boys Camp News
Last Saturday was a busy day for the Juvenile Sports' Committee in their endeavour to give the boys (9-14) a week's frolic at Atton's Lake. Up to going to press the Supervisors report the boys having a wonderful time and no mishaps. Also that they are obedient to camp rules.
The following routine has been strictly adhered to under the supervision of Wm. Ross assisted by Mrs. Ross, Messrs. Banting Clayton Churchman, Campbell, Margot and Warden:-
6:45 Reveille
7:00 Setting up Exercises
7:05 Dip
7:20 Roll Call
7:30 Breakfast
8:00 Cleaning Tents
9:00 Inspection, Off Duty
10:00 Talk. Games
11:00 Swim
12:00 Dinner
12:30 Rest Period
2:00 Games
4:00 Swim
5:30 Supper
6:30 Prepare Tents
7:00 Games
9:00 Dip, then to Tents
9:10 Silence.
9:15 Lights out - Good Night
Talk each morning.
Sunday - Mr. Ross used the following epigram:Words, Actions, Talk, Character, Habits. Very instructive informal talks, boys benefiting.
Tuesday - Mr. Ross used that well known and appropriate phrase - Stand By: Keep Nigh; Fight Shy; Aim High. Always be prepared, shun evil thoughts and actions, do good to your fellows, and uphold the Higher things in Life.
Rev. Clayton's talk to the boys embraced the "four-fold development."
Dr. Banting enlightened the boys on the best thing in life - Health, and outlined the First Aid requirements.
A talk on "Sport" was given by Mr. Churchman, which gave the boys an idea of how to act in later life.
Four boys detailed daily for cook tent to prepare and serve appetizing meals under the direction of supervisors.
The diving board was erected during last week and was taken advantage of by the old as well as young 'uns. Swimming and diving lessons are given and it is expected that every boy in camp will be able to swim before closing of camp.
Hikes are the order of the day berry picking, camp fires, paper chase, football, baseball, and water polo.
A pleasing surprise was given the boys when the strains of music drafted through the camp. The Cut Knife Band causing the commotion.
Final camp fire Friday night, prizes awarded for athletics, stunts, and special competitions. Public invited Friday afternoon and evening.
A little excitement was caused one night when a tent pole broke. Some of the boys took in the fun and scrambled away, some were not discovered till morning.
Some more excitement, a big monster sighted, harpoons (forks and spoons) were used with deadly results. The monster was captured and classified by Prof. Brown as a Lizard.
Cut Knife Grinder, August 5, 1927
Boys' Camp
The 19 boys who attended the Camp at Atton's Lake returned to their homes Saturday, everyone being more than satisfied with the experience and the benefit derived from their week's stay at the lake.
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Enjoying a Picnic at CampsiteCirca 1920
Atton's Lake Campground; Atton's Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada
Credits:Clayton McLain Memorial Museum
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Cut Knife Grinder, August 19, 1927United SS Picnic
The United Sunday School Picnic held at Atton's Lake, Thursday last was a decided success. The water sports, running races and baseball proved a big attraction, the boys winning both their games first against the girls and then with the men, and the girls in turn trimming the men.
The Ladies served a delicious lunch at which over eighty happy folks did ample justice. The teachers and officers wish to thank all those in any way who were so kind to give of their time and cars to treat the children.
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Cut Knife Grinder, July 27, 1927125 Autos
It is estimated that 125 autos at least parked at Atton's Lake on Sunday. Not only were there cars from this district, but from a distance of thirty miles. This pretty little fresh water lake is nestled among the hills and there is shade in abundance. No doubt in the very near future this will be a summer resort where many cottages will be built and where boats and canoes may be hired. Visitors from all parts of the province have stated that this lake and its surroundings cannot be excelled in the west as a picnic and camping grounds.
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Men's Swimming Suit20th Century, Circa 1920's to 1930's
Atton's Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada
Credits:CMMM Collection
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Cut Knife Grinder, August 2, 1929Sunday School Picnics
Gallivan and Riding Hill United Church Sunday schools are holding their annual picnic at Atton's Lake, Monday, Aug. 5th. Transporting all those who wish to attend the picnic will require several cars and trucks and the assistance will be much appreciated by those in charge of any who can help.
With excellent weather Sunday and the water ideal for bathing, hundreds were at Atton's Lake until dark. Cut Knife Citizens Band was present and discoursed two musical programs, which were enjoyed by the crowd. Bandmaster Maule and his musicians were guests of the "Beacon Lights" who served an excellent supper in an ideal spot and not a mosquito in sight.
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