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*MOTH AWARDS DRESS REGULATIONS*
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- *SPONSORSHIP REQUIREMENTS*
- *THREE MONTH COMPULSORY WAITING PERIOD*
- *ACCEPTABLE USE OF TRENCH LANGUAGE AND RESTRICTIONS*.
- RECRUITMENT OF BORDERBOYS
- *AVOID RECRUITMENT PROBLEMS*
- -*TRADITIONALY MOTH DESCRIPTIONS*
- The Great War The war to end all wars The last Gentleman’s war
- *PROUDLY A MOTH*
- *REVEILLE DONATION PROJECTS*.
- -TINNED BULLY BEEF- (Reveille Shellholes Traditional Snack)
- *THE MOTH ORDER IS APOLITICAL*
- *MOTH CHURCH PARADE SEQUENCES*
- *INTERNATIONAL VETERANS DRESS REGULATIONS*
- *Battle of Delville Wood*
- *World War Two casualties*
- *THE WEARING OF MEDALS WITH MOTH REGALIA*
- *THREE BATTLES OF EL ALAMEIN*
- - WHAT IS BEING A MOTH ALL ABOUT
- -*MOTH ACRONYM*
- MOTH EXECUTIVES AT ALL LEVELS OF THE MOTH ORDER ARE THE SAME AS A SHELLHOLES STRUCTURE
- *RAIDING OTHER SHELLHOLES*.
- *PROTOCOL CURRENTLY LACKING*
- *A MOTH ETIQUETE SIGNAL*
- *PREVIOUS MILITARY RANK IS NOT ACKNOWLEGED IN THE MOTH *
- -REVEILLE- (GENERATION OF FUNDS)
- THE ROTUNDA -(REVEILLES BUILDING)
- -(MOTH SONGS SUNG AT MEETINGS)-.
*MOTH AWARDS DRESS REGULATIONS* Only one award may be worn at a time. Position the award one pencil width below the tin-hat. ONLY A POPPY MAY BE ADDED UNDER THE TIN-HAT NOTHING ELSE. * RECRUITMENT* Its every MOTH’s duty to recruit new members who qualify to join our ranks.- Look only for those ex-soldiers who will be an asset to your Shellhole not to increase numbers for your nominal role. *YOUR RECRUIT WILL WEAR A JACKET WITH A TIE TO EVERY MEETING.* .-Do not accept any slackness of dress ever! You and he reflect the MOTH where ever you both go or speak with. *Dress requirements are not negotiable*. When you go fishing go slack. Only smart is acceptable at a MOTH meeting. *Nb -You and your Recruit WILL be correctly dressed at all times!*
Every potential MOTH requires a Sponsor, to issue him with application forms and vet and prepare the recruit. Explain clearly what occurs at our meetings and reasons. Do your job well and your recruit will be more relaxed and enthusiastic to learn what you have to teach them. Where you do not feel adequate for this briefing task to train your recruit, call on a suitably qualified MOTH to assist you. Listen intently to how this was done, do this task yourself the next time you are part of the team! Nb Ensure the encumbant qualifies and has proof of whatever claims he makes. NB.. Three consecutive visits to Shellhole meetings is necessary by all recruits. . *THREE MONTH COMPULSORY WAITING PERIOD* *The waiting period allows enough time to reveal the recruits suitability and seriousness to become a worthy MOTH. If unsuitable, ample time is also available to withdraw your sponsorship without any prejudice to either the MOTH or recruit.
(Show and explain the dice blocks on the top table) Show Evo’s and Gen. Smuts’ photographs displayed one on the left and right of the sanctuary ‘North Wall’. ie Evo on the left – Ou Baas on the right. Explain both their Status and Honour shown to them in MOTHDOM.
(Never to spill a drop while shaking hands) *(Left and Right hands will be more fully explained later)* RECRUITS The happiest Recruits are those who enjoyed their military careers with all its bull, this was an important part of our Military life followed into Mothdom. Soldiers that were disciplined militarily, always smartly dressed, and interested in ALL things they made the best soldiers usually the best MOTH’s
immaculately turned-out, well mannered with gentlemanly behavior. *We are always on display and expected to behave like MOTH Ambassadors* . *Teach your recruit these qualities in preparation of becoming a proud MOTH* Complete the ideal MOTH cocktail. - (If worth doing, do it well or not at all)-
Democratic Sports Club or a place of easy Hand-outs You are ex-Military so don’t change, be disciplined under all circumstances.
made known drop him like a hot-cake. *Remember we have to live with our choices* .
Encourage sobriety! eg If found guilty at a road-block it could destroy ones image and discredits the MOTH let alone the damage to ones family and situation at your place of employment. Be responsible blokes!!- OK? Additionally no wife or mother needs to deal with a drunk!
Explain why trench language is used in moderation at Sanctuary meetings. ie (1914-1918) Soldiers did it and Evo condoned its use in moderation} (Don’t over-do it chaps) *Trench language must be avoided when females or dignitaries visit us*
The number of Border Boys who qualify to become MOTH is considerable. Therefore these potential applicants need to be harvested if and when an opportunity arises to speak with them. Look only for quality not quantity, tell a recruit this MOTH story. Where satisfied with the incumbent and his credentials, most importantly, does he aspires to know more and desire to attend a monthly meeting, submit his details to your Old Bill together with completed sponsorship forms. Explain where forms are submitted they are to include proof of operational service with deployment dates this including Medals are to be verified by both our Shellhole executive first and later by MOTH GHQ in Durban. This requirement is to occur before the next Shellhole Meeting including sponsorship forms to enable onward transmission to District then, Province before reaching GHQ. The above requirement is most important Nb Don’t be slack on this or any other items. Note. The jobs not done till the paper work is in order *AVOID RECRUITMENT PROBLEMS* Un-fortunately, some applicants join the Order without taking the MOTH OATH seriously on installation night resulting in their return to the wilderness with no gain for the incumbent or us or the MOTH ORDER. Approach your recruitment correctly- Avoid any problems speak clearly and be serious. Sponsorship forms are obtainable from the Old Bill or Adjutant. (Check the constitution to ensure the applicant qualifies to become a MOTH) See page116 ANNEXURE “B” (Don’t cause disappointment for either party)-
CHECKED BY THE OLD BILL OR SHELLHOLE ADJUTANT.
FOLLOW ALL THE ABOVE ORIENTATION REQUIREMENTS. *THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE VERY IMPORTANT*. *A MOTH COMRADE* Who is this happy warrior ? Who is he whom everyman in arms should wish to be ? It’s his generous spirit whose high endeavors are an inward light that makes a path before him always bright Wordsworth
WW1 MOTH - were first generation MOTH. There are no longer any WW I South Africans or Rhodesians alive. WW2 MOTH – known as second generation MOTH Those of us who followed are considered to be third generation MOTH . WHY ARE ONLY (WW1) MOTHS REFERED TO AS GENTLEMEN? Referring to a current serving MOTH as a Gentlemen is being disrespectful towards veterans of world war one... Using the above terminology is a chargeable MOTH offence. *The word Gentlemen is reserved for WW1 veterans only* . -THREE TRADITIONAL DESCRIPTIONS ARE GIVEN TO WORLD WAR ONE.- WW1 has three accepted historic descriptions labeling that horrendous war. The Great War The war to end all wars The last Gentleman’s war. Being a Gentleman was part of English and European culture of the period. THE LEFT AND RIGHT HAND IN MOTHDOM EXPLAINED. (Swords were worn on the left hip for both Right handed and Left handed Officers.) Left handed Officers would draw their sword with their right hand then transfer it to their left hand to use it. The Right Hand is known as the Working Hand in Mothdom. There is no provision made in any Military for Lefties by any of the Worlds Military. . The right hand is the Working hand. The left hand is the hand of Honour.
a) Referring to them as the last MOTH Gentlemen in this wonderful brotherhood. b) MOTH’s enjoy a drink when holding a drinking glass in the left hand only, to shows respect for sacrifices made by WW1 Soldiers whilst fighting for freedom and justice in the world we have now inherited from them. c) Our left hand, hand of honour, respects veterans of the first world war-(1914-1918)- . MOTH Left and Right hands are explained detail later. - See The North Wall.- In support of the above claims historically it is said that the last honorable “Gentleman” fought one another during the First World War (1914-1918). To give substance to this claim during a recess in hostilities during Christmas 1914 set in ‘No-Mans-Land’ Allied and German forces climbed out of their trenches to shake hands with one another then have a smoke followed by singing Christmas carols afterwards they enjoyed a game of soccer together! The next day it was back to war as usual. * (What a Gentlemanly way to fight a war) * The above story was quoted by Evo in his book “Old soldiers never die”
When the MOTH was formed Boer-War veterans from both sides joined the MOTH. Later many of these previously hostile ethnic enemies became the best of pals; ending years of racial rift previously entrenched in South African Society .
Evo quoted King George V words, taken from his last Christmas message that became the famous MOTH slogan “We are the friends of all and the enemy of none” His son King George VI also created a famous MOTH slogan ending his radio Christmas message before arrival in South Africa on the battleship HMS Vanguard on 17th February 1947 with his family at Cape Town docks. By now the King and his word had become one with the South African public. “I said to the Man who stood at the gate of the year, ’Give me a light that I may step boldly into the unknown.’ And he said to me, ‘Put thine hand into the hand of God and it shall be to thee better than light and safer than a known way”. This poetic Kingly words are often used at MOTH funerals. - see later-. *PROUDLY A MOTH* *To be called MOTH------ is surely the highest respect any veteran can be shown*. -SHELLHOLE STANDARDS- MOTH ‘O’ advocated that we develop our Shellholes to a very high standard ensuring that all our needs are met to create a belongingness -Your Shellhole is your home! When our Shellhole standards are operating efficiently, eg Workmanship Structurally its Plumbing, Electrical, Paintwork and furnishings etc, only then is welfare or other forms of assistance for ‘others’ be considered as a proposal for another Shellhole project. MOTH ‘O’ said very clearly “The MOTH ORDER is not a charity” Our MOTH priority remains the relief of ex-servicemen and their families in need. When our ex-service project help is successfully achieved, the civilian aged can be considered followed by civilian youth, thereafter other civic needs may be considered. *REVEILLE DONATION PROJECTS*. Where Reveille has R500-00 spare, traditionally, we look for a fresh project selection. Reveilles primary project contributions are to MOTH Cottages in Benoni and Brakpan Yearly our consideration is a list of benefits for our contribution, not all are ex-military.
The staple diet for WW1 & WW2 soldiers was hot or cold Bully-Beef with a dog biscuit. During the bush war in Rhodesia 1944 North African Desert War issue Bully- Beef was issued to Rhodesian troops. This issue was tastily eaten by the Rhodesian Security Forces without any adverse health consequences ……….the writer included. Our traditional snack at Reveille is a slice of bully beef together with a slice of Red-Onion ring previously soaked in white vinegar, served between a bread roll. (Lately this tradition has been discontinued due to the increased cost of a can of bully). Currently, our Supply Bill and his team create different snacks for us on meeting nights . DOOR LEVY and CHARGES The main reason for signing-in on entry to our sanctuary is numbers in attendance at meeting for record purposes also establishing if a Shellholes attendance Quorum NB….. NO Quorum = NO decision making is permitted …a MOTH constitution requirement. Door levy contribution requirements cover the cost of snacks supplied during harmony. *(Charges and fines are for fun and a welfare collection all falsely initiated by Sgt/Maj)* Fines imposed add fun and laughter during MOTH meetings. Guaranteed! Our Sgt/Maj will find some infringement, genuine or imagined to charge us with. Do not be offended if charged, it’s an honour to contribute towards welfare funds. Share in your Shellholes Bull for the evening it’s a MOTH Tradition having fun. No MOTH will ever be charged where unable to contribute financially. (Charges occur just before a meetings closure) (HOW WERE THESE FINES DETERMINED) Charges are determined in multiples of a days pay at WW1 rates of One shilling per days fine. The current ‘One Rand Coin’ being of similar size with our previous South African currency of Pounds shillings and pence. A Shilling rate is now a Rand per day fine. Don’t expect a ‘one day fine’ it won’t happen! The ten day fine is more likely. In the interest of some fun during a hearing the prisoners-friend is permitted to defend the accused MOTH, much like a useless defense lawyer. The more unreal non-sense spoken during the defense proceedings obviously promotes even more fun and laughter... Nb Defaulters are always found guilty. Fine minimum is R5-00 and maximum R10-00. (Be glad to receive a fine, it is an honor plus you get to give the blokes a laugh!) *THE MOTH ORDER IS APOLITICAL* No Political Event or political fund raising may ever occur on MOTH property. MOTH is no different to any Military, never talk Politics, Religion or about Females. . (Manners maketh the MOTH). . - (THE BATTLE OF DELVILLE WOOD)-. The battle of Delville Wood is commemorated on 16th July every year or on the closest Sunday to this date. Timings are 10hr15 for 10hr30- Last-Post is sounded at 11hr00. A Six day and five night South African and Rhodesian battle while serving together as the 1st South African Infantry Brigade from 05hr00 on 15th July 1916 to 21st July 1916. *MOTH PARADE FORMAT* THIS FORMAT APPLIES TO EVERY MOTH PARADE. MOTH TRADIONAL REGULATION FORMAT INCLUDES HYMNS. Traditionally MOTH - No additions or subtractions are permitted to any MOTH Traditions, rites or rituals are permitted under any circumstances ever
See a parade program example my story addendum. *PARADE TIMINGS, OBJECTIVES AND MOTH TRADITIONAL RITUAL* NB… In accordance with Military Protocol the National Flag is already raised 10hrs15 Invited Guests and Visitors are expected to be already seated with a program. District Sgt/Maj Delegates banner bearers be marched into position. Unit banners are placed in strict Protocol Service Order into the banner rack provided. Sentry positions are selected and marched into position coming to attention at the Wall or Cenotaph steps. Once called to the MOTH salute, they remain at the salute for the duration of the parade. Drop salute and dismiss only occurs when the District Sgt/Maj calls the parade-end. eg ‘To harmony and fun parade dismiss’. 10hrs25 District Sgt/Maj falls-in MOTHS and visitors dressed in blazers into three ranks. Brings the parade to attention and marches them towards the cenotaph and halted. (Briefs location of pre-allocated seats) - To your seats fall-out. - 10hrs40 District Old Bill welcomes Shellholes ex-servicemen VIP-guests and visitors to our Remembrance Parade thanking everyone for their attendance and Reveille for hosting and organizing the parade. Asks District Sgt/Maj to bring the parade to attention MOTH Chaplain, Priest or Reverend assumes his position for the Invocation. (District Sgt/Maj orders civilian men remove headdress – Those in Uniform – Remove head-dress – One – Two Three One. MOTH Chaplin delivers the Invocation. (ie An invitation to pray) - ( Nb Caps are off) - After the Invocation. District Sgt/Maj Orders a slow headdress Replacement Replace headdress –One---Two---Three-One. (Nb If any additional prayers repeat above) Orders Parade - Stand at ease - Stand easy Hymn - Amazing grace. (Chaplin continues with his Scripture reading and or Sermon). Hymn - Abide with me. MOTH Chaplin delivers the Benediction. (ie An invitation to receive a blessing) Chaplin and District Old Bill change places 10hr57 -District Old Bill asks Sgt/Maj to bring the parade to attention 11hr00 -District Old Bill Orders - ‘MOTH SALUTE’ - Last Post is be blown with simultaneous National Flag and other flags slowly lowered. Parade remains at the salute for the full ‘two minute silence. ie One minute for survivors, the other One minute for the fallen. At conclusion of Last Post the Parade remains to attention for the MOTH Ritual. District Old Bill delivers the MOTH opening prayer to the fallen during all wars ‘Let us remember our elder brethren for they shall grow not old, as we who are left grow old, age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn, at the going down of the sun and in the morning, -‘We will remember them’- MOTHS Respond -‘We will remember them’- Next an exception of a rule - The District Sgt/Maj orders MOTH- DROP SALUTE (District Sgt/Maj Orders -Uniformed Officers and Warrant officers on parade - -TO YOUR FRONT SALUTE- *District Sgt/Maj salutes using an open hand salute* The lone bugler sounds Reveille. The National flag and other flags are slowly hoisted When blowing of Reveille is concluded. District Sgt/Maj Orders UNIFORED PERSONNEL--- ‘DROP SALUTE’ *The following salute includes suitably dressed MOTH see explanation later* ----------o----------
NB *Only one style of Military salute is permitted by a regulation dressed MOTH veteran or a MOTH wearing MOTH regalia is to include beret and badge use only British Army open hand salute applicable during (WW One and WW Two) ie (1914-18) & (1939-45) .
*Regimental Traditional step-out dress eg Blazer and badge buttoned-up, tie beret and badge to qualify as ‘Uniformed Military Dress International’ Provision: Use Applicable Salute Only. -------o------- District Old Bill - Wreath laying will now commences read-out by the Wreath Orderly. Wreath Orderly reads-out the wreath to be collected in strict Protocol Order During wreath laying a Lone-Piper plays ‘Flowers of the Forrest’ until conclusion. *Visitors who desire to lay a single Rose, supplied by Reveille Shellhole may do so now* District Old Bill announces whoever desires to participate in the-‘Klip-Stapeling’- come forward. - MOTH, Ex-servicemen, Associations, Family, Visitors, Friends and Public - *Klip Stapeling is a Boer-War ritual* District Sgt/Maj –Orders PARADE ATTENTION *UNIFORMED PERSONNEL ---- TO YOUR FRONT SALUTE*. The salute is held by uniformed personnel until the conclusion of the National Anthem
MOTH APOLOTICAL STATUS APPLIES IN THIS INSTANCE District Old Bill reads Protocol list in appreciation, invites guests to attend refreshments asks District Sgt/Maj to close the Remembrance Day Parade *PARADE CONCLUSION* District Sgt/Maj Orders: Parade ---To harmony and fun –-- Dismiss –-- *Battle of Delville Wood* Delville Wood was a Scene in the Battle of the Somme in France during World War One . This battle started on July15th 1916 lasted 5 days. General Sir H.T.Lukin in Command of South Africans and Rhodesians gave orders to take and hold their position at all costs. Delville Wood is close to the town of Longueval located 90 kms north-east of Paris a key position during the battle of the Somme. Our forces succeeded in capturing this wood however, a series of counter-attacks launched by German forces continued almost day and night for 5 days. Enemy shells fell at a rate of over 400 shells per minute during this horrific battle. Our troops held their ground despite fearful losses. Relief only came on 20th July 1916. Of the121 Officers and 3032 other Ranks that entered the wood the uninjured Survivors 5 Officers and 750 Other Ranks. THIS BATTLE SAW THE LARGEST LOSS OF LIFE IN MILITARY HISTORY OF BOTH SOUTH AFRICA AND RHODESIA. (During the First World War Internationally 8 Million soles lost their lives) A National Monument Commemorating the Battle of Delville Wood stands at this battle site in France, its Duplicate at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. South Africa. *The Battle of El Alamein* - Libya North Africa (WW2) - The Battle of El Alamein is commemorated yearly on 23rd October or closest Sunday.
Fifty Million lives were lost these were from all countries that participated in this war Twenty Million were Military personnel. Twenty three and a half Million were Civilians Six and a half Million were children. Sadly mankind has learnt nothing from the carnage during wars the world is at war somewhere. Observations of Edmund Burke in 1729 were:- The only thing necessary For the triumph of evil is For good men to do nothing. *THE WEARING OF MEDALS WITH MOTH REGALIA* *Nb All MOTH parades are Church Parades where we wear only full sized Medals* (Miniature medals may only be worn with Mess Dress or a Dress- Suit.)- The wearing of Medals is under instruction of Old Bill for the various church parades. *THREE BATTLES OF EL ALAMEIN* (El Alamein takes its name from a Railway Siding of that name in Libya, near where these three battles of El Alamein took place.(In withdrawal by our and Allied forces.) The Third Battle of El Alamein started for us in withdrawal from Gen Rommel’s Afrika Panzerarmee yet our victory later became an important date in history. The Battle of El Alamein was fought over a front of 40 miles where 8th Army Guns were spaced every 12 yards apart, this was the greatest barrage seen since battles of the Somme during 1917.World War One .
MOTHDOM –Is a strange attraction Ex-Servicemen seem to have with one another that in the writers humble explanation is a ‘Khaki-Bond’ Soldiers seem to share with one another where interest and loyal bonding is made possible with previous strangers *MOTH.UNIQUENESS* Luckily the MOTH is Unique.-“Outsiders Can Not Buy Their Way In-to Our Circle”. We are War Veterans THAT QUALIFY to become MOTH and proud to be Unique. MOTH have an obligation to ‘Lighten the Burden’ of those less fortunate than ourselves by the MOTH practice of Mutual Help and True Comradeship when and where needed by fellow MOTH and within the Society where we live. .
It is perfectly natural for all of us to have likes and dislikes for our fellow man. Where we may have differences with one another, resolve these issues as soon as possible in an effort to ensure True Comradeship with everyone. All forms of dissention are unacceptable in our brotherhood the MOTH ORDER. -*MOTH ACRONYM*- MOTH = (-MANNERS-OBLIGATION-TRUSTWORTHY-HOROURABLE-) Manners maketh a MOTH.
MOTH GHQ is located at Warriors Gate in Durban. - See Evos sketch of GHQ in the form of a Norman Gate House later. Evo completed all the architecture at Warriors Gate as this was his hobby. GHQ’s facade was constructed from stone taken from every South African battle site. . Later Evo drew some of the plans for MOTH Cottages. *Durban is entrenched for posterity as MOTH GHQ for all time* 
. Sketch by Evo –MOTH ‘O’ *GHQ OLD FORT ROAD DURBAN* * REVEILLE ORGANOGRAM * PROVINCE - (Platinum Province)- Evenden House Centurion.(Near Pretoria.) DISTRICT - (East Rand District) - There are seven Shellholes in our District -. District meetings rotate monthly to each Shellhole in turn this is rotated in alphabetical order. . MOTH (GHQ) Durban’s (Durban is entrenched as GHQ for all time)
Shellhole names were chosen by Democratic vote. All Shellholes have a history in the name selected. Most MOTH Shellholes comprise Ex-Army blokes with a few Navy or Air Force chaps yet we are all comrades in arms. (See more on Shellholes later) MOTH EXECUTIVES AT ALL LEVELS OF THE MOTH ORDER ARE THE SAME AS A SHELLHOLES STRUCTURE Chairmen = Old Bill- (Equates to a Lt / Colonel) – (A Unit Commander)- Vice Chairmen = Wee Bill- (Equates to a Major- A Company Commander) Secretary = Adjutant - (Equates to a Captain An Admin OC ) Treasurer = Pay Bill - (Equates to a Lieutenant Pay Master) Master of Ceremony is the Shellhole Sergeant Major.(Equates to a RSM) (Sgt/Maj is not an *Executive Member* yet responsible for all Shellhole discipline) The Play Bill, Supply Bill and Quartermaster all equate to Sergeants. The sentry is our ‘Sergeant at Arms’ equating to a staff sergeant. The rest of us are mere Privates, so ensure suitable respect for those in office when speaking with them at all times -Expected Protocol - MOTH Rites Ritual and Traditions-. *Stand-up, button-up, and speak-up don’t mumble, think before you speak* .
When visiting other Shellholes, ie Raiding a Shellhole, ask how to conduct yourself. -Example- At an Ex-Navy Shellhole is known as a ‘Matlow’ Shellhole ie Navy Unit, their Chairman is not called Old Bill, he is called ‘Old Man.’ their foot drill is more like a shuffle yet you are not required to shuffle like they do as you are Army blokes.
See more about other Shellholes later. Nb Seven and more MOTH visitors is an official visit less than seven is a casual visit. An official visit does not have to be a raid yet is expected to be reciprocated. *MOTH CONDUCT* *(Stand to Attention when speaking at any gathering, with your blazer buttoned-up.)* Nb Stand-up-Speak-up then Shut-up.-(Get to the point, be able to be heard clearly) A major fault found with MOTH STANDING ORDERS needing correction follows. +Consider the following+ There are many Generals found in any Army yet only -ONE *Sgt/Major* OF THE ARMY-.
*PROTOCOL CURRENTLY LACKING* All .MOTH need to render deserved respect for a Sgt/Maj’s position within MOTHDOM and return all our Sgt/Maj’s to Executive Status as was in the past... NB….. MOTH Sgt/Maj is a Master of Ceremonies and responsible for discipline, Share meeting protocols with top table four and do all fetching and carrying yet are Non-Executive Members in the MOTH at all levels--WHY-????? *Our MOTH Constitution gets most things right why not this-one??!!!*
Trusting the above will be treated as motivation for correction –Thank you! . *MOTH ERRORS THAT ARE WELL OVERDUE FOR CORRECTION*
USING INCORRECT WORDS OF COMMAND. SHOUTING is a (Sgt/Maj) ‘DUTY’ OLD BILL PLEASE, ALLOW Sgt/Maj HIS THUNDER. OLD BILLS ACT THE OFFICER AND SPEAK LIKE AN OFFICER BEHAVE THE UNIT COMMANDER DO NOT SHOUT COMMANDS.
REQUESTS INTO ORDERS CLEARLY AND CORRECTLY... Eg Old Bill Opens and Closes parades in the voice of an Officer and Gentleman. Requesting the MOTH Salute and Drop Salute and authorizing the wearing of Medals at parades and at MOTH funerals. -Key word REQUEST- *OFFICERS REQUEST SGT/MAJ ORDERS*
eg MOTH-FORM-UP IN THREES - NOT CRIMEAN WAR TWOS OR ANY BENT-ARM DRESSING.- DON’T TRY REINVENT THE WHEEL OVER AGAIN. LEARN WHAT HAS BEEN.SINCE THE BEGINNING OF MOTHDOM. SGT/MAJ YOU ARE ON DISPLAY ALWAYS.
*A MOTH ETIQUETE SIGNAL* Were one speaks on a subject intended for the good of the MOTH ORDER. Signal your sincere intention by placing your left hands index and center fingers over your blazers tin-hat at the front with the thumb of this hand behind the tin-hat. Hopefully, one day with my fingers correctly placed as per the above explanation correction may be forthcoming for my above suggestions that require correction. -Who knows time will tell-. Blokes have respect for your Executive Sgt/Major and one another. Serve your Shellhole and fellow MOTH in such a way that all forms of dictatorial behavior and hostility are avoided. ie True Comradeship - Mutual Help – Sound Memory, the MOTH Oath
The exception to this rule is a General who becomes a MOTH. This provision is in place to render suitable respect for MOTH (Honorary Old Bill) General Jan.Smuts and in thanks for all his contributions towards MOTH causes and his untiring help given to Evo the founder of the MOTH ORDER. Note its MOTH first then General. MOTH Gen.Smuts once said to Evo-‘You don’t know what a good thing you have done’ he was complimenting Evo on his founding of the MOTH.ORDER.
Reveilles main source of Revenue is in the Rent we receive from our Tenants. Our Bar-Restaurant has a tenant of long standing MOTH’s enjoy reciprocity there. Secondly the Large Yard Area is rented out to a Builders Hardware Company.. Our Shellhole generates funds through raffles and collections as and when necessary..
The top floor is for our exclusive use. It houses our Sanctuary and bar area with a separate kitchen and both gender toilet facilities. Our Rotunda is used for Formal Dinners and other Social Events. Adjoining the Rotunda is a well equipped Museum. Donations to the museum are always welcome. The Rotunda is hired out to reliable users for a small fee. MOTH members are encouraged to make use of the Rotundas facilities at generous discounts. -Our Play Bill and his team run our bar and organize most of our functions- -SPORTING FACILITIES- All our sporting facilities have been withdrawn. Previously we played Bowls, Billiards Tennis and Swam. All this Sport was popular yet, no longer cost effective to remain operative, mainly due to diminishing MOTH numbers that made use of these facilities previously. These shrinking numbers are age related and no more acknowledged as new ways to draw members from.. -(REVEILLES GROUNDS)- Our Grounds are now used for MOTH Parades at the War Memorial Cenotaph of Remembrance. Other Areas are used for MOTH birthday parties or for Braai’s and Other Social Events. Previously the Benoni Town Hall accommodated our parades. This venue was denied in 2006, no reason was ever given for this action by Council. (WRITERS OBSERVATION)- Being a Freemason myself in my opinion Evo or most of his eleven close friends were Freemasons. No proof of my belief is available other than the majority of his pals were Scotsman who could well have been Free Masons as many MOTH rites and rituals are reminders to me of how some Freemason ritual was motivated. Freemason MOTH friends of the writers share this opinion.
OLD SOLDIERS Old soldiers never die, never die, Old Soldiers never die they simply fade away. (very softly) - They simply fade away . PACK-UP YOUR TROUBLES. Pack-up your troubles in your old kit-bag and smile, smile, smile, While you have Lucifer to light your fag, Smile boys that’s the style , What’s the use of worrying it never was worth while,- so- Pack-up your troubles in your old kit-bag and smile, smile, smile. TIPPERARY It’s a long way to Tipperary It’s a long way to go, It’s a long way to Tipperary to the fairest girl I know, Goodbye Picadilly, farewell Leichester Square, It’s a long way to Tipperary but my heart’s right there. *Some insight for those of you who don’t already know- Tipperary is a town In County Tipperary -The Irish Republic* .-Learn these songs as they are part of MOTH rituals, traditions and good fun.-
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