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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1951
Page
2
The text presents the Scout Oath emphasizing duty to God and country, obedience to the Scout Law, and helping others. It lists Scout mottos of Reverence, Kindness, Loyalty, and Courtesy, highlighting core virtues for Scouts.
City of Shafter California proclaims February 6 to 12 as Boy Scout Week in 1951. Mayor Adolf Kirshenmann urges citizens to recognize Volunteer Scout Leaders and support youth program advances in civil defense and conservation. The proclamation notes Boy Scouts of America 41st anniversary with millions served since 1910 and current enrollment of 2.75 million.
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