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“‘The Guide for Little Citizens’ that we publish in the little magazine each month, ought to be well known by most of you now—how many here have had a copy of the magazine?”

Two-thirds of the hands went up and Uncle Ben nodded.

“Well, for the benefit of the few who have not had a copy of our fine little monthly, I will explain:

“Our general motto is ‘Do something for Somebody.’

“Our seven Nest Resolutions are as follows:

“‘A Little Citizen makes himself useful to others and is loyal to all friends, relatives, or foes, in thought and deed.

“‘A Little Citizen loves his Country and resolves to be a good citizen. He loves everything in the land or sea—beast, bird, fish, or insect, and will not injure or tease them.

“‘A Little Citizen loves and protects the trees, the flowers, and other growing things in Nature’s creation.

“‘A Little Citizen will care for all beautiful things: books, pictures, clothing, and everything useful, ornamental, instructive or entertaining.

“‘A Little Citizen will refrain from discourtesy of any sort; from using vulgar language or being disobedient. In following these ideals each one will soon see the great improvement in all.