“What do the Navajos have to do with our project?” asked Mack Tibbets curiously.
“A lot, I hope. I thought we might adopt a Navajo Pack.”
“Do the Navajos have Cub Scout organizations?” demanded Red. In his surprise, he nearly dropped the paper bag which he had kept so carefully tucked under his arm.
“Why should we adopt an Indian Pack?” questioned Midge Holloway.
“Because the Navajo youngsters need our help,” Mr. Hatfield explained. “The government has aided the Indians by setting up schools and providing many necessities. But while some of the Navajos are well off, others are very poor, depending almost entirely upon sheep raising for a living. Their dwellings are hogans or houses built of sticks, rock and mud. Few have adequate clothing or shoes.”
“What do the Navajo Cubs need?” asked Brad.
“All sorts of things. Books, uniforms, craft articles and especially money.”
Mr. Hatfield went on to say that if the Cubs decided to adopt a Navajo Pack, cash might be raised by various projects, including an Indian pow-wow.
“Say, that sounds swell to me!” approved Dan instantly. “I’m for it!”
“Me too,” chimed in Midge Holloway.