M. W. Grand Master; for you are aware that, in case

of liis incapacily to act in contin:?encies mentioned in our constitutions, you succeed to Lis duties and prerogatives, as you do also ■when acting as his sub- stitute in any matters specially delegated to you. Your office, therefore, is one of great dignity and importanco ; and it was in view of these considera- tions that your Brethren selected you to fill it. Treasure up, therefore, the suggestions made to the M.W. Grand Master; for you know not how soon they may have a personal application to you ; and remember, also, that usage, as weU as our particular regulations, have placed you in most intimato and con- Mential relations t(» him, as supporter and counselor. I now, with pleasure, proceed to invest you ^^ith your jewel of office (gwes itj, and proclaim you Deputy
Grand Master of Masons of the State of You
win now be seated in your place, which is at the right hand of the M. W. Grand Master.
Before be is seated, the lastalling OCQccr calls np the Graud Lodge, and the Deputy Grand Master Ls saluted with tho grand honors.
The others of the first six elective Graud Officers are \no sented and obligated in lilie manner as the Deputy Grand Master, but without being saluted with the graud honors.
Th'3 Cliai'gos to the remaining officers installed (which may bo varied at the pleasure of the Instalhng Officer, when special occasion requu-es,) are as follows:
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TO THE SESIOE GUAM) WAHDEN.
Eianr Wokshtpful Beothbe : The position -whicli you occupy in the Grand Lodge and among the Fra- ternity is one of no Httle importance. In the Grand Lodge, to control practically the admission of all visitors, to announce specially those who are of rank or eminence, and to aid in the preservation of order, and at all times to render counsel and advice to the Grand Master, are high and responsible duties, re- quiring circumspection, vigilance, and reflection; but when to these is superadded the more onerous labor, in conjunction with the Junior Grand Warden, of diligently preserving the ancient landmarks through- out the jurisdiction, it then becomes a trust of deep moment to the welfare of the Craft. Tour fitne iS for the discharge of such a trust undoubtedly led to your selection for the office by your Brethren, and ) t will be your duty and pleasure so to act as to justify theij confidence.
In investing you with the jewel of your officir, and directing you to the place of your immediate cfficial action, in the West, I am performing a grateful duty.
TO THE JUNIOR GEAND WAEDEN.
Eight WoKSHitPUL Brother: As the duties ol your office and the quahfications for it are almost identical with those of the Senior Grand Warden, except as it respects the introduction of visitors, I wiQ only add to the Charge given to that officer, that
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you bo equally vigilant and circumspect, not only at your station in the Grand Lodge, but in the broadei field of action without, dividing Avith him his labors, and taking due care that the great object of your united solicitude shall remain inviolate.
Accept the jewel of your office, and repair to the South, being ever watchful, whether in labor or at refreshment, that the high twelve of observation do not find you with your work, and that of the Craft you superintend, unperformed.
TO THE GIlA^fD TKEASUEEK.
Eight Woeshipmil Bkotheb: In intrusting you with the books and funds of the Grand Lodge, as appertaining to your office, I am but their organ in placing them in your possession, as one weU quaUfied to keep and manage them, as your past integrity, accui'acy, and prompt business habits testify, an ap- preciation of which has been evinced by their choice of you as Grand Treasurer.
The keys forming the jewel of your office have a twofold significance : Thoy are instruments to bind aa well as to loose ; to make fast, as weU as to open. Thoy will never, I am confident, be used by you in any other manner than the constitutions, laws, rules and regulations of the Grand Lodge shall dh-ect.
TO the grand secketart. Eight "Worshipful Bkothee : Usage, as well aa Dositive enactments from time to time, have rendered
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the duties of the office of Grand Secretary more on« erous and varied than that of any other officer. Brought by his official position more immediately into communication with the whole body of the Fra- ternity, it is requisite that he should possess ability, skill, and industry, to meet the various demands upou him. Placed in a position where he holds almost constant correspondence with our Masonic brethren of every state and coimtry, upon him devolves, in a large degree, the good name and credit of the Masonic family of this State. The Fraternity should enable him to maiatain it ; he should strive that it be main- tained. Courtesy and patience are to be elements in his manners and character. Vigilance and fidehty must also be necessary qualities.
Our constitutions, my Brother, point out to you fuUy the duties of your office, and I will not recapitulate tJaem. Tour capabiUty for their prompt and faithful execution has induced your Brethren to confide thia trust to you, and I feel assured that it is well placed.
In investing you with your official jewel, the pens, I am persuaded that they vrill make an endearing record, not only to your praise, but to the welfare of a Craft so largely dependent upon your experience and integrity.
TO THE GEAlfD CHAPLAIN.
Eeverekd and Bight "WoESHrpnjL Beotheb : That Boly Book, which is the chart and text-book of your
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sacred calling, is also the great light of Masonry, and forever sheds its benignant rays upon every lawful assemblage of Free and Accepted Masons. Teach us from its life-giving precepts ; intercede for us w-ith that Divine Majesty which it so fuUy reveals aud unfolds to us ; and warm us by its lessons of infinitd wisdom and truth, and you will have faitlifuUy per- formed your sacred functions and fulfilled your im- portant trust.
It is fitting that an emblem of the sacred volume should be the jewel of your office, with which I now invest you,
TO THE GRAND LECTURER
Right "WonsniPFUL BKOTnEH : The care and pre- servation of our ancient ritual, and the perpetuation of the time-honored landmarks embraced in it, and which may not be ■written, devolves upon you. Aud as that ritual has enshrined within it, in symbol and allegory, certain gi-eat and essential moral truths, you should bo as perfect in the symbohsm as in tho mere formula of language which teach us how our rites are to be administered. As Grand Lectm-er, also, you should be Master of the ceremonial ob- eervances of the Fraternity, and give instructions in the manner of rendering them most slrildng and effective. You are tho preceptor of the Frateraity, and your deportment should be consistent with the natuxo of your office-worL For upon your teachings
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depend not only the uniformity and perpetiuty, but the character and impressiveness of our rites, and tliey should be imparted, both by oral communica- tion and example. On no point are the Craft so punctilious and exacting as upon the beauty and accuracy of the work and lectures : hence many eyes will be upon you. A courteous manner, an unwearied patience, and a diligent apphcation are requisites for your place, and no rash or innovating hand will be tolerated in your department of labor.
In installing you into office, and presenting your jewel, I am happy to be enabled to say that your established skill and learning, and your abiUty to imdergo the constitutional tests, have proved you to be a Master Workman.
TO THE GKAND MAESHAl.
Eight Woeshipful Bkothek : The duties of your office require energy, activity, and quickness of per- ception. The good order of the Fraternity, in its general assemblies and processions, depends upoD your care, skill, and assiduity. Possessing these ((ualifications, you have been appointed Grand Mar- tihal, and I now with pleasure install you into office, and invest you with your appropriate jewel. It de- notes command, as the organ of the Grand Master, to whom you wiU be near it hand to execute his orders.
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TO THE GEAND STANDAED-BEAEEE.
Eight Woeshipful Beothee : Tour duty is to carry and uphold the banner of the Grand Lodge on occa- sions of ceremony and public procession. The em- blems upon it are as ancient as the march of the children of Israel from bondage, and the Ark is the symbol of hope and safety. Bear them well aloft, for the world, as weU as the Craft, ever honors them. Eeceive the jewel of your office, and let it remind you that you are never to part with that standard, when under yoiir care, while you have life to defend it.
TO THE GEAND SWOED-BEAEEE.
Bight Woeshipful Beothee: The sword which you bear is the time-honored symbol of Justice and Authority. It remiads the beholder of the dignity of the body whose emblem it is. It is also the guard- ian and protector of the standard of the Grand Lodge. Be ever faithful to your trust. Let this jewel of youi office remind you of its nature.
TO THE, GEAKD STEWAEDS.
Eight Woeshipful Beothees : In olden times, your province was to superintend and provide for the fes- tivals of the Craft, and that duty stUl remains to you, although there is rarely occasion for its exercise. But we are taught that "it is better to go to the house of mourning, than to the house of feasting," and hence on you has been appropriately disposed the dispensa-
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tioa of oar beneficent charities. That it is a gi-ateful duty, all hearts testify, and we know that yours most fully responds to it. Eeceive the jewels of your office, together with the white rods.
TO THE GEAOT) DEACONS.
ElGTiT 'WoiisHiPiTJL Beothees : As messengers o{ the Grand Officers, and as useful assistants in our ceremonies, your respective official positions are of very great value and importance to the comfort and good order of the Grand Lodge. Vigilance and zeal are necessary requisites of your offices, and we know that you possess them.
As Senior and Junior Deacons of this Grand Lodge, you are now invested with the jewels of office, together with these rods, as tokens of your aiithority.
TO THE GEAMD PUKSUIVAOT.
WoESHiPFUii Beothee : You are to act as the mes- senger of the Grand Lodge, and the herald to an- nounce the approach of visitors and strangers. In so doing, possess yourself of the necessary informa- tion to announce their rank and position properly, and exercise a sound discretion, so as not to interfere with its labors. Be cautious and vigilant, that no improper person may gain admittance. You, also, have in your keeping the clothing and jewels of the Grand Officers, which you should be careful to keep in a good condition, and neatly and orderly arranged
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for nse at all times. Eeeeive your emblem of office and repair to your station inside tlie door.
TO THE GEAOT) TILEE. WoESHiPPUL Beotheb : The importance of the du- ties of your place can not be overrated. Care and watehfvdness are indispensably requisite, and in all cases, unless tborouglily satisfied with the character and identity of those desiring admittance, let your doubts prevail. Ours is a sanctuary, intrusted to you faithfully and vigilantly to guard, and you have always at hand the means of being fully satisfied. Irreparable injury might result fi-om a negligent or careless discharge of your duty. Your station is ever outside the door, and to which you ■will now repair with this jewel, and also with this implement of your office. ( Giving a sword.)
Tho sevci'al officers Toeing now duly installed, the Installing Officer will retire, after Burrendering tbo jewel and gavel to the Grand Master. It may be proper and expedient before doing so, to have an appropriate ode or piece of music.
Grand Master. Et. "WoRsniPFUL Grand Marshal : I now declare the several officers of the Most Wor- shipful Grand Lodge of the State of duly
installed into office for the ensuing year, in asiplb form. You vnR cause proclamation to be made in the South, West, and East.
The Junior Grand Deacon proclaims in the Soatb, the tfenioi Grand Deacon in the West, and the Grand Mar
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Bhal in the East, each as follows, the Grand liodge being cnlled up:
By order of the Most WorsMpf ul Grand Master and by authority of the Most Worshipfnl Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of
,1 proclaim that its Grand Officers are hott
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The Grand Lodge is called down.
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This Ceremony is condactcd by the Grand Master and his oEBcers, assisted by tlie members of tiie Grand Lodge, and such ofiBcers and members of private Lodges as can con- veniently attend.
The Chief Magistrate and other civil ofiScers o? the place where the building is to be erected, also generally attend on tlie occasion.
At the time appointed, the Grand Lodge is convened in Bome suitable place.
A band of music is provided, and the brethren appear, dressed in dark clothes, and white gloves and aprons.
The Lodge is opened by the Grand Master, and the rules for regulating the procession to and from the place where the ceremony is to be performed, are read by the Grand Secretary.
The necessary cautious are ibea given from the Chair, and the Grand Lodge is called from labor; after whicb, the procession sets out in the following order:
Tiler, with drawn sword;
Stewards, with rods;
Master Masons;
Two Deacons, with rods;
Secretary and Treasurer;
Past Wardens;
Two Wardens;
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Past Masters;
Mark Masters;
Royal Arch Masonsj
Kuiglits Templarj*
Music ;
Grand Tiler, with drawn sword;
Grand Stewards, with white rods;
Principal Architect, witli Square, Level, and Plamb;
Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer;
Bible, Square, and Compasses, carried by a Master of a
Lodge, supported by two Stewards;
Grand Chaplains;
The Five Orders of Architecture;
Past Grand "Wardens;
Past Deputy Grand Masters;
Past Grand Masters;
Chief Magistrate and Civil Officers of the place;
Junior Grand Warden, carrying the silver vessel with oil;
Senior Grand Warden, carrying the silver vessel with wimv,
Deputy Grand Master, carrying the golden vessel with corn;
Master of the oldest Lodge, c«,rrying Book of Constitutions;
Grand Master,
Supported by two Deacons, with rods;
Grand Standard-Bearer;
Grand Sword -Bearer, with drawn sword.
A triumphal arch is usually erected at the place where the ceremony is to te performed.
The procession, arriving at the arch, opens to the right nud left, and, uncovering, the Grand Master and his officers paKS through the lines to the platform, while the rest of tho brethren surround the platform, forming a hollow square
* Whenever Enigbts Templar appear in a procession, they should act ao am cncort or guard nf honor to the Grand Lodge.
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The necessary preparations are now made for laying the stone, on which is engraved tiie year of Masonry, the name of the Grand Master, and such other particulars as may be deemed necessary.
The stone is raised up by the means of an engine, erected for that purpose.
The Gi^and Chaplain delivers the following or some otbei appropriate
PEAYEE:
Almighty God, who hast given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common Bupphcations unto thee; and dost promise that, where two or three are gathered together in thj name, thou wilt grant their requests; fulfill now, Lord, the desires and petitions of thy servants, as may be most expedient for them; granting U3 in this world knowledge of thy truth, and in (he world to come life everlasting. — Amen.
Eisponse. — So mote it be.
The Grand Treasurer, by the Grand Master's command, places under the stone various sorts of coin and medals, Ma> Bonic documents, and such other matters as may be of interest
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Solemn music is introducecl, and the stone let down Into its place.
The principal Architect then presents the workmg toola to the Giaud Master, who hands the Square to the Deputy Graud Master, the Level to the Senior Grand Warden, and the Plumb to the Junior Grand Warden; when the Grand Master addresses the Grand Officers as follows;
Grand Master. R. W. Deputy Grand Master: WToat is the proper jewel of your office?
Deputy Grand Master. The Square.
G M. What are its moral and Masonic uses?
D G. M. To square our actions by the Square of Virtue, and prove oiu" work.
G. M. Apply the implement of your office to that por+ion of the foundation-stone that needs to be proved, and make report.
The Deputy applies the Square to the stoue, and says: