Scouting, Volume 7, Number 20, May 15, 1919 Page: 16
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16 NINTH ANNUAL REPORT
THE SCOUT LAW
1. A scout is trustworthy.
A scout's honor is to be trusted. If he were to violate his honor by
telling a lie, or by cheating, or by not doing exactly a given task, when
trusted on his honor, he may be directed to hand over his scout badge.
't o A scout is loyal.
He is loyal to all to whom loyalty is due: his scout leader, his home,
and parents and country.
3 A scout is helpful.
He must be prepared, at any time to save life, help injured persons,
and share the home duties. He must do at least one good turn to
somebody every day.
4. A scout is friendly.
He is a friend to all and a brother to every other scout.
5. A scout is courteous.
He is polite to all, especially to women, children, old people, and
the weak and helpless. He must not take pay for being helpful or
courteous.
6. A scout is kind.
He is a friend to animals. He will not kill nor hurt any living
creature needlessly, but will strive to save and protect all harmless life.
7. A scout is obedient.
He obeys his parents, scoutmaster, patrol leader, and all other duly
constituted authorities.
8. A scout is cheerful.
He smiles whenever he can. His obedience to orders is prompt and
cheery. He never shirks nor grumbles at hardships.
9. A scout is thrifty.
He does not wantonly destroy property. He works faithfully,
wastes nothing, and makes the best use of his opportunities. He saves
his money so that he may pay his own way, be generous to those in
need, and helpful to worthy objects.
He may work for pay, but must not receive tips for courtesies or
good turns.
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