On Thursday the 1st of June a team of Provincial Officers attended the installation meeting of Surbiton Conclave No. 299 at the Masonic Hall, Surbiton. The Conclave was being honoured by a visit from our Deputy Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler, Wy.Bro. Ian Bloodworth.
After the Conclave was opened by the Supreme Ruler, Wy.Bro. Rev. Derek Williamson, Prov.G.Chap., the Deputy Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler, accompanied by several Provincial Officers of the year, entered and took the Chair. He said how pleased he was to be visiting Surbiton Conclave, introduced the Provincial team, and took the minutes.
The main item on the agenda was to install Bro. Keith Waller as Supreme Ruler. This was conducted in a very caring manner by the Supreme Ruler and his team in consideration of Bro. Keith’s mobility. Wy.Bro. Keith was congratulated by the Deputy Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler who wished him a successful and enjoyable year as Supreme Ruler. Keith in turn thanked everyone for their care and understanding during the ceremony.
After Wy.Bro. Keith appointed and installed his Officers for the year Wy.Bro. Jeff Sykes presented the Provincial Grand Supreme Ruler with a beautiful Ceremonial Sword on behalf of the Brethren of the Pride of Surrey Conclave. R.Wy.Bro. Colin thanked Wy.Bro. Jeff and the Brethren of the Pride of Surrey Conclave for their kind gesture.
The Conclave was closed, and after the usual photographs we retired to the bar for refreshments before sitting down to a most convivial meal at the Surbiton Masonic Hall.
Wy.Bro. Chris Eley said how delighted he was to be present at Wy.Bro. Keith’s installation as he has known Keith all his Masonic life and they have been good friends for many years.
Article and photos by Chris Eley
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