But, boys, if we are to be real defenders of our native land, we must be worthy of such an honor.

I am willing, I want to be your captain; but hear the rules I propose for our company: We are to be a temperance band; no drop of the cup that intoxicates must pass our lips.

No profane word must sully our tongues.

The name of the God of our fathers must be honored among us.

Any member of this company who shall be found guilty of a lie, a theft, or bullying the weak and defenceless, shall be cast out by common vote.