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“Yes, I am just organizing a staff of helpers to look after the general good of those at camp. Won’t you come over and stand under the shade of the trees while I give the boys their first lesson?” said Uncle Ben.

So Miss Martin and her little companions followed Mr. Talmage across the grass to the shady spot he had designated.

“Now boys! Attention! I shall open this first drill by giving you some good rules to guide your life in camp, and later, the Blue Birds and Bobolinks are going to distribute cards which they are now printing with these same rules and regulations.

“First and foremost: You cannot repay the kind people and children who made this lovely country camp possible for you in a better way than to show kindness and thoughtfulness to everyone you meet. And when you go back to the city, to take with you the rule of doing unto others as you would be done by. If this Golden Rule is obeyed the world will be a happy place for everyone.

“Every day, and every hour, you will find ways to show your gratitude to Miss Selina for this camp. It may be that a child is frightened at something—you can comfort and encourage it. Maybe a boys’ quarrel or fight is on—you can separate them and make peace. It is more than likely that someone will use slang or swear words, or call names or use improper English! You can correct them in a thoughtful way that will not be resented, but appreciated.