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that he would buy all that the boy could bring to his store at {247}
nine cents a pound. The boy hurried back to the auction and bought the
soap at six cents a pound. It was in this way that he made his first
money in trade and laid the foundation of his fortune.

The knight never waited for opportunity to come to him. He went out
looking for it, and wore his armor in order that he might be ready for
it when it came. There is a story of a Greek god who had only one lock
of hair upon his forehead. The remainder of his head was shining bald.
In order to get this ancient god's attention, it was necessary to grip
him by his forelock, for when he had passed, nothing could check his
speed. So it is with opportunity, and the hour of opportunity. A good
scout is ready for both and always grips "time by the forelock."

Individuality

If the foregoing qualities enter into a scout's training, an
individuality will be developed in him, which will make itself known
and felt.

Every scout should read over the following list of scout virtues, and
should strive at all times to keep them before him in his training,
thus making them a part of his life:

Unselfishness: The art of thinking of others first and one's self
afterward.

Self Sacrifice: The giving up of one's comfort, desires, and pleasures
for the benefit of some one else.

Kindness: The habit of thinking well of others and doing good
to them.

Friendliness: The disposition to make everyone you meet feel at
ease, and to be of service to him if possible.

Honesty: The desire to give to every one a square deal and the
same fair chance that you yourself wish to enjoy. It
means also respect for the property and rights of
others, the ability to face the truth, and to call
your own faults by their right name.

Fair Play: Scorning to take unfair advantage of a rival and
readiness even to give up an advantage to him.

Loyalty: The quality of remaining true and faithful not only
to your principles but also to your parents and
friends.

Obedience: Compliance with the wishes of parents or those in
places of authority.

Discipline: That self-restraint and self-control that keep a boy
steady, and help him in team work.