The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Nelson, Marlborough & Westland Provincial Districts]
The Blenheim Defence Rifle Cadet Corps
The Blenheim Defence Rifle Cadet Corps was formed in November, 1901, mainly through the exertions of Major Rogers. Membership is open to all youths, over the age of fourteen years, and not under five feet in height. Parades are held weekly. The corps has a strength of fifty-six, and the commanding officers are Captain W. J. Girling, and Lieutenant G. C. Griffiths.