The founding/charter members were all prominent figures in the commercial, political, social, and cultural scene of Manila.

Most held simultaneous memberships in a number of organizations, such as the YMCA, the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands, the Masons, the Elks, the Army and Navy Club, etc.

[citation needed] In 1934, Arthur Frederick Fischer, Director of the Bureau of Forestry, issued Special Order No.

[citation needed] In 1935, the first National Jamboree of the BSA, scheduled for 21–30 August in Washington, D.C., was cancelled due to a polio outbreak.

[5] James West, in words and photographs, reported on the tour and exhibitions by the Philippine Council contingent.