aeroplane or dirigible that will fly at least twenty-five yards; and have built a box kite that will fly.
3. Have a knowledge of the engines used for aeroplanes and dirgibles, and be able to describe the various types of aeroplanes and their records.
Bee Farming
To obtain a merit badge for Bee Farming a scout must
1. Have a practical knowledge of swarming, hiving, hives and general apiculture, including a knowledge of the use of artificial combs.
2. Describe different kinds of honey and tell from what sources gathered.
B!acksmithing
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To obtain a merit badge for Blacksmithing a scout must
1. Upset and weld a one-tach iron rod.
2. Make a horseshoe.
3. Know how to tire a wheel, use a sledge-hammer and forge, shoe a horse correctly and roughshoe a horse.
4. Be able to temper iron and steel.
Bugling
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To obtain a merit badge for Bugling a scout must
1. Be able to sound properly on the Bugle the customary United States Army calls.
Business
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To obtain a merit badge for Business a scout must
1. Write a satisfactory business and a personal letter.
2. State fundamental principles of buying and selling.
3. Know simple bookkeeping.
4. Keep a complete and actual account of personal receipts and expenditures for six months.
