In May 1943 The Scouter published a guide to the correct terminology and form for certain Scout words.
Scarf and scarves, not neckerchief; Staff and staffs, not staves.

See Home/ Archive/ The Custom of the House for the full article.
JWR
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In May 1943 The Scouter published a guide to the correct terminology and form for certain Scout words.
Scarf and scarves, not neckerchief; Staff and staffs, not staves.
See Home/ Archive/ The Custom of the House for the full article.
JWR