Thomas Firth Jackson Council Installation Meeting |
| On a sunny Monday evening members of the Thomas Firth Jackson Council together with a large number of guests assembled at the Market Hall in Hawkshead to witness the Installation of Chris Butterfield as Worshipful Master. |
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Mobile Drinks Cabinet |
| For some intrepid travellers, the journey from the central part of the District was punctuated by drinks en-route and a scenic crossing of Lake Windermere. |
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Ice & Lemon Sir? |
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| Cheers |
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The Ferry landing Far Sawrey |
| The meeting was opened by the Master, Brian Ogden who welcomed everyone to the meeting particularly nine members of Birley Council (Birley Council meets at Windermere Masonic Hall in the District of Cumberland and Westmorland), added to that were four members for Garnett Council. Once everyone had settled down an announcement was made to say the District Grand Prefect was in attendance and demanded admission, all present stood and gave a very warm welcome to the District Grand Prefect, R.W.Bro. Paul Snape. |
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A large one please |
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| Members of Birley Council |
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Members of Garnett Council |
| The next business was to Install as Master Bro. Christopher Butterfield the work was carried out by Brian Ogden which was appreciated by all present. |
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Chris Butterfield and Brian Ogden |
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| Chris Butterfield (WM TF Jackson Council), Stuart Brackstone WM Palatine Council |
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Members of Thomas Firth Jackson Council No.262 |
| Following the Installation, the District Grand Prefect congratulated W.Bro. Chris Butterfield on becoming Master of Thomas Firth Jackson Council, wishing him well for the future. He also commented on the high standard of Ritual worked by the Installing Master, thanking Brian for his work and the stewardship of the Council over the previous twelve months. |
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| Baggin time! |
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Enjoying the feast. |
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Empty plates. (Brosen) |
| In reply Chris Butterfield thanked the District Grand Prefect for his generous comments inviting him and all present to join him at dinner. The refreshment which ensued was a lively affair under the control of the Deputy District Grand D.C. |
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Here’s to our next Meeting |
| Finally, after closing comments by the Master, the Brethren safely departed Hawkshead, following a most enjoyable evening. |
| Report from our South Lakes Correspondent |
