The Discworld (Reformed) Vampyre's Diary 2003 — Terry Pratchett

RULES OF THE UBERWALD LEAGUE OF TEMPERANCE ANKH-MORPORK:

MISSION OBJECT
To further the cause of temperance and of total abstinence from drinking human blood (The Old Practice), to provide recreation and means of social intercourse for its members and to encourage by meetings, lectures, discussions, sing-songs and hot tea a better knowledge of the dangers of the Old Practice.

MEMBERSHIP
Any person 100 years or over, who is undead, of good character and is prepared to sign the Pledge shall, irrespective of race, sex, nationality or species be eligible for admission to membership. THE PLEDGE Every member must, during his or her membership, be a strict adherent to the principles set out in the Pledge.

GOVERNMENT
The affairs of the League shall be managed, at each Mission of the League, by a General Committee which shall consist of the Officers of the Mission plus other members up to a total of thirteen, and two members nominated by the Avoidance of Old Practices Committee.