DRESIDENT EISENHOWER in a mes sage to the Rov Scouts of America as they celebrate the -1:5 rd anniversary of the founding of their organization, urged each Scout to remember the oath. The Boy Scout oath, very simple, yet inclusive, is indeli bly' engraved in the memory of every true Boy Scout. On my honor I will do my best: To do m\ duty to God and my country. To obey the Scout law. To help other people at all times. Keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. I he oath is as appropriate for adults its for youngsters, is lion-controversial and would assure it citizen of the highest stand ing. More than 20.200.000 Americans have been members of the Boy Scout organiza tion since its establishment in 1010. The active membership today has reached an a 11 time high with :5,2r»(),Oi)(l boys enrolled. Tin' movement in this area of Virginia is probably at its highest in organization
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