Scott's residence, where Rand was living. Immediately
upon the formation of the Patrol Mr. Scott, who was one of the
patrons of the Scout organization, had presented each member with
a fine English bow and quiver of arrows, in the proper method of
using which they were being instructed by Colonel Snow.
They were all dressed in the Scout uniform, which they wore when
on Scout duty or out on an expedition, and were not a little proud
of the fact that each one had bought his uniform with money earned
by himself, the first money that some of them had ever earned.
This the boys had done in various ways, each according to his own
fancy, such as going errands, selling papers, working in stores and
shops, etc. They were also provided with small bugle horns, upon
which they had learned to sound various signals and calls.
"Now, Rand," said Donald, "show us how to do it."
"If I can," answered Rand, taking position in front of the target.
"As good Hubert said: 'A man can but do his best.'"
Drawing back his bow to the full length of the arrow, with a quick
glance at the target, he let fly the arrow, which whistled through
the air and struck fair on the outer edge of the bull's-eye.
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