A Brief History of Troop 91
1916 Troop 1 formed, sponsored by the First Baptist Church. John Tracy Dill first Scoutmaster, serving 28 years until his death.
1918 World War I, Troop helped with the sale of War Bonds.
1918 Morgan Explosion, members active in establishing soup kitchens, furnishing cots, etc. (note: This refers to the Morgan Ordinance Plant, which made explosive shells for the military artillary. In 1918, there was a series of explosions at the plant, devastating a significant part of South Amboy in a terrible tragedy.)
1919 Perth Amboy Council chartered.
1925 Camp Dill established by interested members of the Old Timers.
1935 Fieldstone cabin started at camp. All construction was done by members and former members of Troop 91.
1937 Former members of the troop establish the Camp Dill Foundation and take over the ownership and management of the camp.
1941 World War II begins. Tons of paper were gathered for which all registered Scouts received the General MacArthur Award. Also, members of the troop acted as messengers during air raid drills.
1946 Cabin completed and still in use.
1950 Helped during the explosion. Also, during the many hurricanes in our area.
1960 Plaque in memory of John Tracy Dill was given the place of honor above the fireplace in the cabin.
1966 Troop 91 celebrated its 50th Anniversary with a banquet held at Christ Church Hall.
1966 Memorial plaque in honor of Carl Skow, and all other scouters who served the Troop in a manner warranting recognition, dedicated during the August encampment.
1976 Troop 91 awards six Eagle Scout Awards at one Court of Honor.
1978 Carl T. Dowling Award established to be awarded each year to an outstanding Scout.
1991 Troop 91 celebrates its 75th anniversary with a banquet held at Christ Church Hall. Many former members attend, including Congressman Ted Weiss of NY and actor Greg Evigan.

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