In January, the Brethren of Warlingham Conclave No.291 admitted a Brother to the rank of Prince of the Order. Present at the meeting was Wy.Bro. Colin Beerling, Deputy Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler.
The Conclave was opened by the Supreme Ruler, Wy.Bro. Alastair Richardson, and an eulogy was given in memory of Wy.Bro. Bernard Moore, PAGDC, PProvGCoun. The Supreme Ruler then welcomed all the visitors and guests and the Muster Roll was called.
An Assembly of Princes was opened and Bro. Robert Short was admitted to the rank of Prince of the Order. The ceremony was conducted by the Supreme Ruler, Wy.Bro. Alastair Richardson, ably assisted by the Officers of the Conclave and Wy.Bro. Colin Beerling, the Deputy Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler.
The Assembly of Princes was closed and the Deputy Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler was invited to present Grand Conclave Certificates to Wy.Bro. Alastair Richardson and Wy.Bro. Wally Maynard.
After the meeting the Brethren of Warlingham Conclave and their guests sat down to a splendid meal at the Redhill and Reigate Masonic Centre at Nutfield.
Article and photos by Chris Eley
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