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Chapter Objectives
To perpetuate the
memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American
independence, by the acquisition and protection of historical
spots, and the erection of monuments, by the encouragement of
historical research in relation to the Revolution and the publication
of the results, by services of the Revolutionary soldiers and
patriots, and by the promotion of celebrations of all patriotic
anniversaries.
To carry out the
injunction of Washington in his farewell address to the American
people to promote, as an object of primary importance, institutions
for the general diffusion of knowledge, thus developing an enlightened
public opinion and affording to young and old such advantages as shall
develop in them the largest capacity for performing the duties of
American citizens.
To cherish, maintain, and extend the
institutions of American freedom, to foster true patriotism and love
of country, and to aid in securing for all mankind all the blessings
of liberty.
Historical Research and Preservation
An Educated Citizenry
American Liberty for All
Naturalization Ceremonies
Federal Courthouse -
Beaumont
Our chapter takes an active part in the
ceremonies by hosting a reception after the ceremony. We also
distribute a frameable picture showing the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America, The American's Creed, and an image of the
Flag of the USA.
At the July 2003 Continental Congress,
Colonel
George Moffett Chapter won first place for an original one-act play,
"An Afternoon at the Constitutional Convention." This
was a first-time win for Texas in that category. The play was
written by Ida Caldwell McFaddin Pyle, produced and directed by Beverly
Hickman, performed by the Beaumont Community Players.
http://www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Videotapes were distributed to
fifth grade classes in 25 schools (19 public & 6 private), eighth
grade classes in 8 schools,
to the Boy Scouts of America, and to the Camp Fire Girls.
The Ella C. Tyrrell Memorial Scholarship in Music
by Dr. & Mrs. Brandon Chenault
The Camelia and Valentine McFaddin Memorial
Scholarship
by the Estate of DiVernon McFaddin Berly
The Elizabeth Rothwell Johnson Memorial Endowed
Scholarship
by the Estate of Mrs. Mack Birdwell
School of Nursing Degree Program, Endowed
Scholarship Fund
by the Colonel George Moffett Chapter, NSDAR
Virginia Wier Memorial Endowed Scholarship in
History
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