The objects of the Owasco Chapter NSDAR, of the city of Auburn, Cayuga
County, State of New York are:
1. To perpetuate the memory of the 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 its results; by the
preservation of documents and relics, and of the records of the individual
services of Revolutionary soldiers and patriots, and by the promotion of
celebrations of all patriotic anniversaries.
2. 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.
3. To cherish, maintain, and extend the institutions of American freedom, to
foster true patriotism and love of country, and to aid in securing for mankind
all the blessings of liberty.