From The Scoop: The Integrity of Doc Savage

From the June 30 issue of Gemstone Publishing's The Scoop:
He may have been known as the Man of Bronze, but classic pulp hero Doc Savage should have been known the Man of Integrity. From his first appearance in the pulp magazines of the 1930's, Doctor Clark Savage, Jr. displayed the characteristics of a true hero, a man young men and woman could look up to and strive to emulate.

Savage set the bar for all other heroes that came after him. Through is rigorous mental and physical conditioning, his physical presence and his dedication to helping others, Savage became the template in which many creators look to in developing new characters. His influence was felt in the creation and development of Clark Kent, the Man of Steel, from subtleties like the similarity in names and behavior to the Fortress of Solitute.

From his creed, to the membership card in the Doc Savage Club (see below), Doc Savage expected as much from his fans as he did of himself. His legacy has been extended from the pages of pulp magazines, to novels, comics and film, for more than 70 years. The concept of integrity has never become outdated, as Doc Savage will be making his triumphant return to print later this year from Nostalgia Ventures.

The Doc Savage Creed:

Let me strive every moment of my life, to make myself better and better, to the best of my ability, that all may profit by it.
Let me think of the right and lend all my assistance to those who need it, with no regard for anything but justice.
Let me take what comes with a smile, without loss of courage.
Let me be considerate of my country, of my fellow citizens and my associates in everything I say and do.
Let me do right to all, and wrong no man.

Doc Savage Club membership card:

Dear Member:

Here is the emblem of Doc Savage which, by signing the Code of Doc Savage, you are entitled to wear. Let it serve as a constant reminder to you to live as much in the manner as Doc Savage as you are able, to become a better man and a better citizen.
Within the pages of Doc Savage Magazine, bulletins, news, and letters from members will be printed in the Doc Savage Club section. Follow this section without fail so that you know what your club is doing.

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