Imperial Lodge of Mark Master Masons No 1276 |
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| Installation meeting 6th December 2024 at Fleetwood Masonic Hall, The Esplanade, Fleetwood. | |
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| The meeting was attended by WBro. David Atkinson Prov GSW, who was representing the RWPGM. | |
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| WBro. James Rashid acted as the guest DC for the evening. | |
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| The WM, WBro. Andrew Stansfield opened the Lodge at 6pm. 22 Brethren were present; members, visitors and guests. 3 Grand Officers were present along with a number of acting and Past Provincial Officers. | |
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| The Secretary WBro. Shaun Haynes read the dispensation for the meeting to be held at Fleetwood. | |
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| The WM worked through the business on the agenda up to the proclamation, at which point WBro. Roger Stansfield proclaimed WBro. Andrew Stansfield as WM for the ensuing year. | |
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| The WM appointed and invested his officers, although a number could not be present on the night and will be invested at a future meeting. | |
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The addresses were given:
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| WBro. Atkinson congratulated the WM and all the Brethren of the Lodge on behalf of the RWPGM. | |
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| The meeting was closed and everybody adjourned to the bar area for drinks and the festive board. | |
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| In his response to the toast to his health WBro. Atkinson reiterated the RWPGM’s message about recruitment not only in the Mark Degree but Craft Masonry as well. He wished everybody well and hoped they have a good Christmas and a happy New year! | |
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| Lively discussion and a friendly atmosphere accompanied a very nice 3 course festive board: Christmas dinner. | |
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| WBro. Shaun Haynes ran a Fleetwood fiddle and raised £115 for Charity. | |
| A good night was had by all! | |
| Words and pictures by Tony Cross |
