March 9th. 1900:
Telegram from Mr. E. S. Clouston, General Manager, Bank of Montreal:-
"Your force passed splendid inspection yesterday by both Houses of Parliament. Were given addressees by His Excellency, the Premier, Dr. Borden, Sir Charles Tupper and others; and there wasan enormous and enthusiastic gathering to witness it. "
March 9th. 1900:
Following letter from Sir Arthur Bigge:-
Buckingham Palace
March 9th. 1900.
'Dear Lord Strathcona,
The Queen understands that the body of Scouts from the North West Territories of Canada which has been raised and equipped by your munificent liberality, is on the eve of departure for South Africa.
Her Majesty would be glad if, before they start you would convey to them the expression of her confidence that they will prove themselves worthy comrades of her Canadian soldiers who are now so gallantly fighting in the Empire's cause.
The Queen wishes them all success and safe return to their homes in the Dominion.
Yours very truly,
(Signed) Arthur Bigge"
