Grand Lodge of Ohio Code 2016

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OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2016

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F. &A. M. of Ohio at its 2071h Annual Communication held on October 14 and 15, 2016, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 33 and 34.

The revised Code Section 6.01 increases the annual per capita from $15.00 to $17.20 ($15.00 to the Grand Lodge of Ohio and $2.20 to the Ohio Masonic Home).

Replace pages 103 and 104, 105 and 106.

The revised Code Section 34.01(c) makes it permissible to use Masonic emblems in Masonic printed publications to distinguish businesses owned by or connected with a Master Mason.

The revised Code Section 34.01 (f) has been removed in its entirety which makes it permissible for a Mason to own an unauthorized ritual.

The revised Code Section 34.02 (b) and (c) now makes it permissible for a Lodge or Temple Company, under strict provisions and with the approval of the Grand Master, to rent its undedicated areas of the building for a special event where alcohol may be served.

Replace pages 123 and 124, 125 and 126.

The revised Chapter 43 - Trial Commission pages corrects some previous typographical errors and adds a reporting function when Trial appeals are made.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similarnumbers discarded.

C. MICHAEL WATSON, P.G.M. Xeig4AZ e/dzo-A.

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AUTHORIZATION MEMO NO. 2015

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of Ohio at its 206th Annual Communication held on October 23 and 24, 2015 necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 8, 27, and 95

The revised Article V of the Constitution and Code Section 3.01(b) changes the mandatory retirement age to seventy-five. The revised Code Section 27.01(a) permits the conferral of each of the three degrees on up to three candidates simultaneously with the approval of the Grand Master

C. Michael Watson, PGM

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AUTHORIZATION MEMO NO. 2014

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of Ohio at its 205th Annual Communication held on October 17 and 18, 2014 necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 41, 42, 43 and 44

The revised Code Section 11.05 removes the Gambling and Penalties Section.

C. Michael Watson, PGM

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AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2013

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 204th Annual Communication held on October 18 and 19, 2013, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 27 and 28. The revised Code Section 3.02 (c) removes the annual stipend of the Fraternal Correspondent.

Replace pages 29 and 30. The revised Code Section 4.02 (g) has been deleted in its entirety.

Replace page 47. The revised Resolutions of the Grand Lodge adds reference to Resolution No. 17—Pioneer Lodge.

Replace page 61. This is an addition of Resolution No. 17 pertaining to the permission of Pioneer Lodge, a Civil War Reenactment Lodge.

Replace pages 81 and 81a. The revised Code Section 17.03 (i) permits a District Deputy Grand Master to preside over a newly formed Lodge until fundamental issues are completed and a new Charter presented.

Replace pages 147 and 148. The revised Ceremonies Section changes verbiage to the Lodge Education Officer Installation.

Replace pages 163 and 164. The revised Ceremonies Section changes verbiage to the Ceremony of Reconsecration.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

C. MICHAEL WATSON, P.G.M.

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OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2012

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 203rd Annual Communication held on October 19 and 20, 2012 necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 98c and 98d Remove this page and replace pages 98c and 98d. Page 98d explains the new by-law section 29.07

C. Michael Watson, P.G.M. Grand Secretary

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OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2011

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 202nd Annual Communication held on October 14 and 15, 2011, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 55 and 56. The addition to Resolution No. 5 - RITUAL authorizes an exact copy of the typewritten ritual within each of Ohio's 25 Masonic Districts.

Replace pages 98a and 98b The revised By-Law Section 29.06 (d) authorizes the Grand Lodge Investment Committee oversight of the Endowed Membership Fund. It also stipulates that the annual Endowed Membership payout will not exceed 5% of the fund balance.

Replace pages 98c and 98d The revised By-Law Section 29.06 (0 permits the holder of an endowed membership to transfer his endowment to another Ohio Lodge when in the event of a Lodge merger his Lodge is not the surviving Lodge.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

Xe&terr wia&A, C. Michael Watson, P.G.M. Grand Secretary (6ranb "iclic of Tire.e vath arpteb clEastnts of Ohio

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2010

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 201st Annual Communication held on October 15 and 16, 2010, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 31 and 32. The revised By-Law Section 5.01 changes representation in Grand Lodge to include Associate Grand Chaplains and Past Grand Tylers.

Replace pages 57 and 58 Grand Lodge Resolution No. 10 incorporates changes to the Grand Lodge Retirement Plan.

Replace pages 99 and 100 The revised By-Law Section 30.01 changes the literal dollar amount of minimum dues to that which is not less than the dues owed to Grand Lodge as specified in Section 6.01.

Replace pages 147 and 148 The Annual Installation of Officers ceremony has been changed to allow for the installation of a Musician and a Marshal and now includes a standard closing prayer.

Insert pages 186 through 190 These pages are to be inserted as the last pages in the Ceremonies Tab. These changes permit an optional, alternate mode of opening and closing a Lodge of Master Masons when non-Masons are present. These optional modes can ONLY be used for the specific occasions of Annual Installation of Lodge Officers; Installation of District Deputy Grand Masters; Installation of District Education Officers; and, Annual Lodge Awards Night.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

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AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2009

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 200th Annual Communication held on October 16 and 17, 2009, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 33 and 34. The revised By-Law Section 6.01 increases per capita payments to Grand Lodge over a four-year period, by $1.25 each year.

Replace pages 89 and 90 The revised By-Law Section 23.02 changes the residency requirement to petition a Lodge from one year to six months.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

Xe.?4,4e1 w/Afz-A, C. Michael Watson, P.G.M. Grand Secretary Grantr 7i/lotrge ofm nub cArrtyteb cillia ort of M. to

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2008

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 199th Annual Communication held on October 17 and 18, 2008, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 57, 58, 59, 60, and 61. The revised Resolution No. 10 updates the Grand Lodge pension program.

Replace pages 89 and 90. The revised By-Law Sections 23.01 and 23.02 now permit a Waiver of Jurisdiction from another Grand Jurisdiction

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

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GEORGE 0. BRAATZ, P.G.M. Grand Secretary Ole (6rattb Tcriatige IIfiree anb rreptett At awn of Olio

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2007 Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 198th Annual Communication held on October 19 and 20, 2007, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 33 and 34. The revised By-Law Section 5.02 increases mileage allowance for Grand Lodge delegates from 25 cents to 35 cents a mile. Replace pages 37 and 38, and pages 39 and 40. The revised By-Law Sections 9.02 (a) and 9.02 (b) increased from $10,000 to $25,000 the level when expenditures need Grand Lodge Temple Committee approval. Replace pages 41 and 42. The revised By-Law Section 11.04 changes the reference from Communism to Subversive Organizations. Replace pages 51 and 52, and pages 121 and 122. The revised Resolution 4 and Code Section 43.01 (e) eliminates reference to an exact number of Masonic Districts and Trial Regions in Ohio. Replace page 79 and 80. This corrects error in Section 17.01 (a) from previous Memo. Replace page 91 and 92. The revised Code Section 26.01 permits balloting on multiple candidates at one time. Replace pages 107 and 108. The revised Code Section 34.03 (b) permits Lodge participation in civic events with DDGM approval; no dispensation needed. Replace pages 137, 138, 139, and 140. The amended Installation Ceremony changes rule for objections and participation by non-Masons, and adds Pledge of Allegiance to Flag.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded. Saw o 134..4 GEORGE 0. BRAATZ, P.G.M. Grand Secretary 'The Gran b Tlobige of ;rim and .c.cei:thtt weans of *in

OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY 2006

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2006 Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 197th Annual Communication held on October 20 and 21, 2006, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 33 and 34. The revised Code Section 6.01 eliminates duplicate charges to Lodges for restorations from SNPD.

Replace pages 87 and 88: The revised Code Section 21.02 permits Lodges to conduct business in any of the three degrees by adding the Fellowcraft Degree.

Replace pages 98a and 98b: The revised Code Section 29.06 (c) changes the effective date for Endowed Memberships from July 31 to August 31 each year.

Replace pages 101, and 102 The revised Code Section 30.02 permits visitors to be vouched for by Brothers who have sat in Lodge with them.

Replace pages 121 and 122 The revised Code Section 40.02 eliminates "certified" from legal documents needed in the case of felonies.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

o12,44,4-t GEORGE 0. BRAATZ Grand Secretary the (6ranb7..fiabge of ;free an cfkrapfrti Aff U50115 of @flip

OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY 2005

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2005 Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge at its 196th Annual Communication held on October 21 and 22, 2005, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows: Replace pages 53, 54, 55, and 56: The revised Resolution No. 5 allows members to purchase cipher rituals from the Grand Lodge. Replace pages 79 and 80: The revised Code Section 16.01 allows members, who petition to create a new lodge, to be Plural Members of that Lodge without the necessity to sever membership in another Lodge. Replace pages 98a and 98b: The revised Code Section 29.04 (p) allows a member to transfer "primary membership" to different Lodge more easily. Also: The revised Section 29.06 (d) allows the Grand Lodge Investment Committee to create written investment policy for Endowed Membership Fund. Replace pages 99, 100, 101, and 102 The revised Code Section 30.02 allows a member, who has been suspended for nonpayment of dues, to restore himself by forwarding his payment to the Lodge prior to the next Lodge Annual Meeting. Also: The revised Code Section 31.02 (a) and (b) allows visitors to be admitted with a current dues card and an official picture ID card; eliminates need for any memorized proficiency or other questioning. Replace pages 121 and 122 The revised Code Section 40.01 (b) clarifies any misunderstanding that all Masonic trials shall be conducted by a Trial Panel of the Grand Lodge, and that no trials are to be conducted by a Lodge.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded. Sp_44.1e o 46,4e,4 GEORGE 0. BRAATZ Grand Secretary (Cr.,hr (bran b T.Cabg of rcirrn an A..capteb Alasons of MITio

OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY 2004

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2004

Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 195th Annual Communication held on October 15 and 16, 2004, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 99 and 100:

The new Code Section 30.02 (a) permits the restoration from suspension for non-payment of dues by paying the current year's dues only.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

1:L.04JJ2 ,11.,e4 GEORGE 0. BRAATZ Grand Secretary the Gran b T.riobF of ;rim nn tr k.c.cria-tett Alasons of Olio

OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY 2003

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2003 Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge of F&AM of Ohio at its 194th Annual Communication held on October 17 and 18, 2003, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 87 and 88. The new Code Section 21.02 Lodge Procedure (a) permits the business of a Lodge to take place in the Entered Apprentice or Master Mason Degree, at the discretion of the Worshipful Master.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

GEORGE 0. BRAATZ, P.G.M. Grand Secretary (6rankr 7itiotige of ;free an Irreja-teti Ammo of 04io OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY 2002

AUTHORIZATION MEMO No. 2002 Changes authorized in our By-Laws and Code by The Grand Lodge at its 193rd Annual Communication held on October 18 and 19, 2002, necessitated the printing of certain pages which should be inserted as follows:

Replace pages 79, 80, 81, 81(a): Code Section 17.01(a) and Section 17.03(b) - Changes certain procedures involved in the consolidation of Lodges.

Replace pages 98a and 98b: Code Section 29.06 (b), (c), and (d) - - Increases the purchase price of an Endowed Membership from $600 to $800 to provide additional annual income for lodges. Effective date is August 1, 2003.

The above pages should be placed in your Code Book as explained and the old pages with similar numbers discarded.

8e4Axyz 4,24.4.4 GEORGE 0. BRAATZ Grand Secretary OF Oratth 1../iotrge of Arte and Pk.ccepteti Alasons of Mhio OFFICE OF THE GRAND SECRETARY

GRAND LODGE CODE PAGES

Table of Contents, Pages 3 & 4

Index, Pages 193 through 202

The above pages should be placed in your Code, according to their page numbers.

61,1,--/cia DAVID L DRESSER Grand Secretary TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I Page Act of Incorporation of the Grand Lodge 5 Constitution of the Grand Lodge 6 Charges of a Free Mason 11 By-laws of the Grand Lodge 19 Chapter 1—Grand Lodge Meetings 23 Chapter 2—Duties of Grand Officers and Others 23 Chapter 3—Salaries, Allowances, Bonds, Depositions 27 Chapter 4—Committees 28 Chapter 5—Representation in Grand Lodge 32 Chapter 6—Grand Lodge Dues, Fees and Appropriations 34 Chapter 7—Annual Return 35 Chapter 8—New Lodge Under Dispensation 36 Chapter 9—Temples and Financing Thereof 38 Chapter 10—Recognition of Another Grand Lodge 39 Chapter 11—Grand Lodge Administration 40

Resolutions of the Grand Lodge 47

PART II Code for Government of Lodges 73 Chapter 15—Requirements for a Lodge 79 Chapter 16—Lodges under Dispensation 80 Chapter 17—Consolidation of Lodges 80 Chapter 18—Lodge Officers-Election and Installation 82 Chapter 19—Lodge Officers-Rights and Duties 85 Chapter 20—Lodge Halls and Dedication 85 Chapter 21—Meetings of a Lodge 87 Chapter 22—Funerals 88 Chapter 23—Territorial Jurisdiction and Masonic Residence 89 Chapter 24—Petitions and Fees 90 Chapter 25 Qualifications of Candidates 91

Reissued Oct. 1973 Page Chapter 26—Balloting and Objections 92 Chapter 27—Conferring of Degrees 94 Chapter 28—Ritual and Instruction 96 Chapter 29—Membership 96 Chapter 30—Annual Dues 98 Chapter 31—Visitations 100 Chapter 32—Assistance and Solicitation 101 Chapter 33—Dimits and Membership Transfer 102 Chapter 34—Masonic Offenses 104 Chapter 35—Amendment to Code 107 Chapter 36—Rufus Putnam Award 108 Methods of Balloting and Voting 111 Uniform Code of By-laws for Lodges 113

PART III Trials and Trial Procedure 119 Chapter 40—Masonic Government and Discipline 121 Chapter 41—Complaints and Charges 121 Chapter 42—Trial Jurisdiction and Trial Forum 122 Chapter 43—Trial Commission 122 Chapter 44—Complaint against Master 125 Chapter 45—Penalties and Restoration 126

PART IV Ceremonies 136

PART V Forms

PART VI Index 193

Reissued Oct. 1973, 1979, 1981 The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio AN ACT To INCORPORATE THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS

SEC. 1. —Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Ohio, That William B. Thrall, David T. Disney, W. B. Hubbard, George Keifer, James D. Caldwell, J. G. Willock, Theophilus Keckeler, Geo. D. Palmer, A. D. Bigelow, M. Z. Kreider, Sam'l Reed, William P. Strickland, Geo. P. (W.) Claspill, John W. Milligan, J. S. Burr, and George Johnson, the present officers of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, and their successors in office, be, and hereby are, incorporated by the name of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, and by which name they shall be capable of suing and being sued, pleading and being impleaded, in all courts, the same as natural persons; and with power to hold and convey real and personal property, and to do any and all other things usually done by corporations, and subject to the act now in force, entitled, An Act Instituting Proceedings Against Corporations not Possessing Banking Powers and Visitorial Powers of Courts, and to Provide for the Regulation of Corporations Generally, passed March 7, 1842. SEC. 2.—That the said corporations, and their successors of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, shall have power to hold in its name property, as Trustee, for any Subordinate Lodge of this State. JOHN M. GALLAGHER, Speaker of the House of Representatives. THOMAS W. BARTLEY, Speaker of the Senate. March 12, 1844. SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE, COLUMBUS, OHIO, MAY 11, 1857.

I hereby certify that the foregoing act, "To Incorporate The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons," is a true copy from the original rolls on file in this office. JAMES H. BAKER, Secretary of State.

Resolved, That The Grand Lodge accepts the Charter granted to it by the Legislature of Ohio and will hereafter act under its provisions. 5

The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio AN ACT To INCORPORATE THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS

SEC. 1.—Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Ohio, That William B. Thrall, David T. Disney, W. B. Hubbard, George Keifer, James D. Caldwell, J. G. Willock, Theophilus Keckeler, Geo. D. Palmer, A. D. Bigelow, M. Z. Kreider, Sam'l Reed, William P. Strickland, Geo. P. (W.) Claspill, John W. Milligan, J. S. Burr, and George Johnson, the present officers of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, and their successors in office, be, and hereby are, incorporated by the name of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, and by which name they shall be capable of suing and being sued, pleading and being impleaded, in all courts, the same as natural persons; and with power to hold and convey real and personal property, and to do any and all other things usually done by corporations, and subject to the act now in force, entitled, An Act Instituting Proceedings Against Corporations not Possessing Banking Powers and Visitorial Powers of Courts, and to Provide for the Regulation of Corporations Generally, passed March 7, 1842. SEC. 2.—That the said corporations, and their successors of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, shall have power to hold in its name property, as Trustee, for any Subordinate Lodge of this State. JOHN M. GALLAGHER, Speaker of the House of Representatives. THOMAS W. BARTLEY, Speaker of the Senate. March 12, 1844. SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE, COLUMBUS, OHIO, MAY 11, 1857.

Resolved, That The Grand Lodge accepts the Charter granted to it by the Legislature of Ohio and will hereafter act under its provisions. 5 Table of Contents

CONSTITUTION OF THE GRAND LODGE

PREAMBLE ARTICLE I — Name and Style

ARTICLE II — Of Whom It Consists

ARTICLE III — State Communication

ARTICLE IV — Quorum Necessary

ARTICLE V — Title, Rank, and Eligibility of Grand Officers ARTICLE VI — Election of Grand Officers ARTICLE VII — Installation Necessary

ARTICLE VIII— Duties, Rights, and Powers of Grand Master ARTICLE IX — Grand Master Office Vacant

ARTICLE X — Dispensations ARTICLE XI — Grand Lodge Sovereign and Independent ARTICLE XII — Charges of a Free Mason Construed ARTICLE XIII— Amendment to Constitution

also

The Charges of a Free Mason

Table of Contents

CONSTITUTION OF THE GRAND LODGE

PREAMBLE ARTICLE I — Name and Style

ARTICLE II — Of Whom It Consists

ARTICLE III — State Communication

ARTICLE IV — Quorum Necessary

ARTICLE V — Title, Rank, and Eligibility of Grand Officers ARTICLE VI — Election of Grand Officers ARTICLE VII — Installation Necessary

ARTICLE VIII— Duties, Rights, and Powers of Grand Master ARTICLE IX — Grand Master Office Vacant

ARTICLE X — Dispensations ARTICLE XI — Grand Lodge Sovereign and Independent ARTICLE XII — Charges of a Free Mason Construed ARTICLE XIII— Amendment to Constitution

also

The Charges of a Free Mason

6 Constitution

PREAMBLE

WHEREAS, every Grand Lodge possesses the inherent power to form a Constitution, as the fundamental law of its Masonic action; and to enact such By- laws from time to time, as it may deem necessary for its own government; and to make such rules and prescribe such regulations for the government of its subordinate Lodges, as will insure their prosperity, and promote the general good of Masonry, and WHERAS, every Grand Lodge is the true representative of all the Fraternity in communication therewith, and is in that behalf an absolute and independent Body, with supreme legislative authority — provided always, that the ancient landmarks of the Order be held inviolate — therefore, upon these principles, which have never been disputed, THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO does hereby ordain, establish and promulgate the following CONSTITUTION for its future government.

Hist. ref.: ARTICLE I

The Grand Lodge shall be known forever hereafter by the name and style of THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO.

Hist, ref.: ARTICLE II

The Grand Lodge shall consist of a Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, Junior Grand Warden, Grand Treasurer, Grand Secretary, Grand Chaplain, Grand Orator, Grand Marshal, Senior Grand Deacon, Junior Grand Deacon and Grand Tyler; with any other officers designated by the Grand Lodge as members thereof, together with the Masters and Wardens of the chartered Lodges under its jurisdiction, the District Deputy Grand Masters during their term of office; and such Past Grand Masters and Past District Deputy Grand Masters as are members of a Subordinate Lodge.

Hist. ref.: ARTICLE III

The Grand Lodge shall hold a stated Communication annually at such time and place as it may determine; providing, however, the Grand Master shall have authority to change the place and time of the Communication if he deems it advisable.

Hist, ref.:

Constitution

PREAMBLE

Hist. ref.: ARTICLE I

The Grand Lodge shall be known forever hereafter by the name and style of THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO.

Hist, ref.: ARTICLE II

Hist. ref.: ARTICLE III

Hist, ref.: THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

ARTICLE IV

Except for ceremonial purposes, the Grand Lodge shall not be opened nor shall any business be transacted therein unless one-third or more of the chartered Lodges are represented, but a smaller group may meet and adjourn from day to day until a constitutional quorum shall attend.

Hist. ref : ARTICLE V

The Officers of the Grand Lodge, their titles and rank shall be as follows:

The Most Worshipful Grand Master, The Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master, The Right Worshipful Senior Grand Warden, The Right Worshipful Junior Grand Warden, The Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer, The Right Worshipful Grand Secretary, The Right Worshipful Grand Chaplain, The Right Worshipful Grand Orator, The Right Worshipful Grand Marshal, The Right Worshipful Senior Grand Deacon, The Right Worshipful Junior Grand Deacon, The Right Worshipful Grand Tyler.

Except for the offices of Grand Chaplain and Grand Tyler, no Brother shall be eligible to any of the foregoing Grand Lodge offices who has not served as Master of a subordinate Lodge, and provided further that no brother shall be eligible to be elected Grand Treasurer or Grand Secretary who shall have passed his seventy-fifth birthday.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1959, 66; 1987; 2015 ARTICLE VI

At each stated Communication of the Grand Lodge there shall be elected by ballot from among the Brethren who are at the time constitutionally eligible, a Grand Master, a Deputy Grand Master, a Senior Grand Warden, a Junior Grand Warden, a Grand Treasurer, and a Grand Secretary; all other Grand Officers shall be appointed by the Grand Master.

Hist. ref.: ARTICLE VII

A Grand Officer shall not officiate in the station to which he has been elected or appointed until he has been installed.

Hist. ref:

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

ARTICLE IV

Hist. ref : ARTICLE V

The Officers of the Grand Lodge, their titles and rank shall be as follows:

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1959, 66; 1987; 2015 ARTICLE VI

Hist. ref.: ARTICLE VII

A Grand Officer shall not officiate in the station to which he has been elected or appointed until he has been installed.

Hist. ref: CONSTITUTION 9

ARTICLE VIII

It shall be the duty of the Most Worshipful Grand Master to see that the Ancient Charges, Constitution, By-laws and Code are strictly enforced and to countenance no deviation therefrom. He shall have the right to convene the Grand Lodge in special Grand Communication on any emergency which in his judgment may require it. He shall have authority in the interval between Communications of the Grand Lodge to grant such dispensations or proxies as may be necessary to enable a Lodge to continue its work. He has the power at his discretion to assemble any Subordinate Lodge, demand admission and preside therein, inspect its work, and require a strict conformity to the regulations and rules of Masonry. For good cause he may suspend the functions of any such Lodge until the ensuing stated Communication of the Grand Lodge. He has the command of the other Grand Officers touching the duties of their several offices. He may call on any and all of them at any time for advice and assistance on all business relative to the Craft. He may appoint and commission representatives to and receive and accredit representatives from other Grand Lodges to The Grand—Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio. It is his prerogative to make Masons at sight. Hist. ref.:

ARTICLE IX

In the case of the death, absence or disability of the Grand Master, the powers and duties of his office shall, for the time being, devolve upon the Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, or Junior Grand Warden in the order here enumerated. Hist. ref.: ARTICLE X

The Grand Lodge in annual Communication, or the Grand Master during the recess of the Grand Lodge, shall have power to grant dispensations for the institution of new Lodges in the manner prescribed in the By-laws. Hist. ref.: ARTICLE XI

(a) The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio is the only sovereign and independent body of Masons existing within this Grand Jurisdiction. It has original and exclusive jurisdiction over all subjects of Masonic legislation, and appellate jurisdiction from the decisions of the Subordinate Lodges. Its constitution, decisions, edicts, laws, mandates, regulations and rules shall be the supreme Masonic law of the State and shall be binding upon all Master Masons in this Jurisdiction.

CONSTITUTION 9

ARTICLE VIII

ARTICLE IX

(b) The Grand Lodge shall prescribe such regulations and rules for the government of the Subordinate Lodges as will promote the happiness, prosperity and welfare of the Craft; and may require from them such dues and fees as will at all times discharge the engage- ments of the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: ARTICLE XII (a) "The Charges of a Free Mason," heretofore adopted, this Grand Lodge does recognize and readopt as containing the fundamental laws of Free Masonry, and declares that they shall be fre- quently read and perused by Masters and other Craftsmen, as well within as without the Subordinate Lodges to the end that none may be ignorant of the excellent principles and precepts which they inculcate; provided, that the language in Charge IV of the Ancient Charges of a Free Mason "unless he be a perfect youth, having no maim or defect in his body that may render him uncapable of learning the art" shall be construed to permit the Subordinate Lodges to determine whether a petitioner's physical condition will render him incapable of performing his duties as a Mason and member of the Lodge.

(b) Provided, further, that if the physical defect in any given case is of such a nature that the Master of the Lodge cannot determine to his satisfaction the candidate's fitness, he shall submit the question to the Grand Master for his determination. Hist. ref.:

ARTICLE XIII

This Constitution may be altered or amended in the following manner only: The proposed alteration or amendment must be submitted in writing at an annual stated Communication of the Grand Lodge. If seconded by a majority of votes, it shall be entered upon the minutes and be submitted to the several Subordinate Lodges for their approval or rejection. If two-thirds of the Lodges, by a majority of the votes cast at the meeting at which the amendment is considered, approve thereof and so certify over their respective seals to the next succeeding annual Grand Lodge Communication, the Grand Master shall put the question upon its adoption. If concurred in by a vote of three-fourths of the members voting, it shall thenceforth be considered as a part and parcel of the Constitution. Hist. ref.:

10 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

ARTICLE XIII

EXTRACTED FROM The Ancient Records of Lodges beyond Sea, and of those in England, Scotland, and Ireland, for the Use of the Lodges in London:

To BE READ AT THE MAKING OF NEW BRETHREN, OR WHEN THE MASTER SHALL ORDER IT

[Adopted by The Grand Lodge of Ohio, and made a part of its Constitution. See Constitution, Article XII.]

THE GENERAL HEADS, VIZ.:

I. OF GOD AND RELIGION. II. OF THE CIVIL MAGISTRATE SUPREME AND SUBORDINATE. III. OF LODGES. I V. OF MASTERS, WARDENS, FELLOWS, AND APPRENTICES.

V. OF THE MANAGEMENT OF THE CRAFT IN WORKING.

VI. OF BEHAVIOR, VIZ.:

1. In the Lodge while constituted. 2. After the Lodge is over and the Brethren not gone. 3. When Brethren meet without Strangers, but not in a Lodge. 4. In the presence of Strangers not Masons. 5. At Home and in the Neighborhood. 6. Toward a strange Brother.

The Charges of a Free Mason

EXTRACTED FROM The Ancient Records of Lodges beyond Sea, and of those in England, Scotland, and Ireland, for the Use of the Lodges in London:

To BE READ AT THE MAKING OF NEW BRETHREN, OR WHEN THE MASTER SHALL ORDER IT

[Adopted by The Grand Lodge of Ohio, and made a part of its Constitution. See Constitution, Article XII.]

THE GENERAL HEADS, VIZ.:

I. OF GOD AND RELIGION. II. OF THE CIVIL MAGISTRATE SUPREME AND SUBORDINATE. III. OF LODGES. I V. OF MASTERS, WARDENS, FELLOWS, AND APPRENTICES.

V. OF THE MANAGEMENT OF THE CRAFT IN WORKING.

VI. OF BEHAVIOR, VIZ.:

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I. CONCERNING GOD AND RELIGION

A Mason is obliged by his tenure to obey the moral law; and if he rightly understands the art, he will never be a stupid ATHEIST, nor an irreligious LIBERTINE. But though in ancient times Masons were charged in every country to be of the religion of that country or nation, whatever it was, yet it is now thought more expedient only to oblige them to that religion in which all men agree, leaving their particular opinions to themselves; that is, to be good men and true, or men of honor and honesty, by whatever denominations or persua- sions they may be distinguished; whereby Masonry becomes the center of union, and the means of conciliating true friendship among persons that must have remained at a perpetual distance.

II. OF THE CIVIL MAGISTRATE SUPREME AND SUBORDINATE

A Mason is a peaceable subject to the civil powers, wherever he resides or works, and is never to be concerned in plots and conspiracies against the peace and welfare of the nation, nor to behave him- seIf-undutifully to inferior magistrates, for as Masonry hath been always injured by war, bloodshed and confusion, so ancient kings and princes have been much disposed to encourage the Craftsmen, because of their peaceableness and loyalty, whereby they practically answered the cavils of their adversaries, and promoted the honor of the Fraternity, who ever flourished in time of peace. So that if a Brother should be a rebel against the state, he is not to be counte- nanced in his rebellion, however he may be pitied as an unhappy man; and if convicted of no other crime, though the loyal Brotherhood must and ought to disown his rebellion, and give no umbrage or ground of political jealousy to the government for the time being, they cannot expel him from the Lodge, and his relation to it remains indefeasible.

III. OF LODGES

A Lodge is a place where members assemble and work. Hence, that assembly, or duly organized society of Masons, is called a Lodge, and every Brother ought to belong to one, and to be subject to its By-laws and the General Regulations. It is either particular or general, and will be best understood by attending it, and by the Regulations of the General or Grand Lodge hereunto annexed. In ancient times, no Master or Fellow could be absent from it, especially when warned to appear at it, without incurring a severe cen- sure, until it appeared to the Master and Wardens that pure necessity hindered him.

The persons admitted members of a Lodge must be good and true men, free-born and of mature and discreet age, no bondmen no women, no immoral or scandalous men, but of good report.

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I. CONCERNING GOD AND RELIGION

II. OF THE CIVIL MAGISTRATE SUPREME AND SUBORDINATE

III. OF LODGES

The persons admitted members of a Lodge must be good and true men, free-born and of mature and discreet age, no bondmen no women, no immoral or scandalous men, but of good report. CHARGES OF A FREE MASON 13 IV. OF MASTERS, WARDENS, FELLOWS, AND APPRENTICES

All preferment among Masons is grounded upon real worth and personal merit only; that so the lords may be well served, the Brethren not put to shame, nor the royal Craft despised: Therefore no Master or Warden is chosen by seniority, but for his merit. It is impossible to describe these things in writing, and every Brother must attend in his place, and learn them in a way peculiar to the Fraternity: Only candidates may know, that no Master should take an Apprentice, unless he has sufficient employment for him, and unless he be a perfect youth, having no maim or defect in his body that may render him uncapable of learning the art of serving his Master's lord, and of being made a Brother, and then a Fellow Craft in due time, even after he has served such a term of years, as the custom of the country directs; and that he should be descended of honest parents; that so, when otherwise qualified, he may arrive to the honor of being the Warden, and then the Master of the Lodge, the Grand Warden, and at length the Grand Master of all the Lodges, according to his merit. No Brother can be a Warden until he has passed the part of a Fellow Craft, nor a Master until he has acted as a Warden, nor Grand Warden until he has been Master of a Lodge, nor Grand Master unless he has been a Fellow Craft before his election, who is also to be nobly-born, or a gentle- man of the best fashion, or some eminent scholar, or some curious architect, or other artist, descended of honest parents, and who is of singular great merit in the opinion of the Lodges. And for the better and easier and more honorable discharge of his office, the Grand Master has a power to choose his Deputy Grand Master, who must be then, or must have been for- merly, the Master of a particular Lodge, and has the privilege of acting whenever the Grand Master, his Principal, should act, unless said Principal be present, or interpose his authority by a letter. These Rulers and Governors, Supreme and Subordinate, of the ancient Lodge, are to be obeyed in their respective stations by all the Brethren, according to the old Charges and Regulations, with all humility, reverence, love and alacrity. V. OF THE MANAGEMENT OF THE CRAFT IN WORKING

All Masons shall work honestly on working days, that they may live creditably on holy days; and the time appointed by the law of the land, or confirmed by custom, shall be observed.

CHARGES OF A FREE MASON 13 IV. OF MASTERS, WARDENS, FELLOWS, AND APPRENTICES

All Masons shall work honestly on working days, that they may live creditably on holy days; and the time appointed by the law of the land, or confirmed by custom, shall be observed.

The most expert of the Fellow Craftsmen shall be chosen or appointed the Master or Overseer of the Lord's work; who is to be called Master by those that work under him. The Craftsmen are to avoid all ill language, and to call each other by no disobliging name, but Brother or Fellow; and to behave themselves 14 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO courteously within and without the Lodge. The Master, knowing himself to be able of cunning, shall under- take the Lord's work as reasonably as possible, and truly dispend his goods as if they were his own; nor to give more wages to any Brother or Apprentice than he really may deserve. Both the Master and the Masons receiving their wages justly, shall be faithful to the Lord, and honestly finish their work, whether task or journey; nor put the work to task that hath been accustomed to journey. None shall discover envy at the prosperity of a Brother, nor sup- plant him, or put him out of his work, if he be capable to finish the same; for no man can finish another's work so much to the Lord's profit, unless he be thoroughly acquainted with the designs and draughts of him that began it. When a Fellow Craftsman is chosen Warden of the work under the Master, he shall be true both to Master and Fellows, shall carefully oversee the work in the Master's absence to the Lord's profit, and his Brethren shall obey him. All Masons employed shall meekly receive their wages without murmuring or mutiny, and not desert the Master till the work is fin- ished. A younger Brother shall be instructed in working, to prevent spoiling the materials for want of judgment, and for increasing and continuing of brotherly love. All the Tools used in working shall be approved by the Grand Lodge. No laborer shall be employed in the proper work of Masonry; nor shall Free Masons work with those that are not free, without an urgent necessity; nor shall they teach laborers and unaccepted Masons, as they should teach a Brother or Fellow.

VI. BEHAVIOR, viz.:

14 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO courteously within and without the Lodge. The Master, knowing himself to be able of cunning, shall under- take the Lord's work as reasonably as possible, and truly dispend his goods as if they were his own; nor to give more wages to any Brother or Apprentice than he really may deserve. Both the Master and the Masons receiving their wages justly, shall be faithful to the Lord, and honestly finish their work, whether task or journey; nor put the work to task that hath been accustomed to journey. None shall discover envy at the prosperity of a Brother, nor sup- plant him, or put him out of his work, if he be capable to finish the same; for no man can finish another's work so much to the Lord's profit, unless he be thoroughly acquainted with the designs and draughts of him that began it. When a Fellow Craftsman is chosen Warden of the work under the Master, he shall be true both to Master and Fellows, shall carefully oversee the work in the Master's absence to the Lord's profit, and his Brethren shall obey him. All Masons employed shall meekly receive their wages without murmuring or mutiny, and not desert the Master till the work is fin- ished. A younger Brother shall be instructed in working, to prevent spoiling the materials for want of judgment, and for increasing and continuing of brotherly love. All the Tools used in working shall be approved by the Grand Lodge. No laborer shall be employed in the proper work of Masonry; nor shall Free Masons work with those that are not free, without an urgent necessity; nor shall they teach laborers and unaccepted Masons, as they should teach a Brother or Fellow.

VI. BEHAVIOR, viz.:

1. In the Lodge while constituted You are not to hold private Committees, or separate conversation, without leave from the Master, not to talk of anything imperti- nent or unseemly, nor interrupt the Master or Wardens, or any Brother speaking to the Master; nor behave yourself ludicrously or jestingly while the Lodge is engaged in what is serious and solemn; nor use any unbecoming language upon any presence whatsoever; but to pay due reverence to your Master, Wardens and Fellows, and put them to worship. If any complaint be brought, the Brother found guilty shall stand to the award and determination of the Lodge, who are the CHARGES OF A FREE MASON 15 proper and competent judges of all such controversies (unless you carry it by appeal to the Grand Lodge), and to whom they ought to be referred unless a Lord's work be hindered the meanwhile, in which case a particular reference may be made; but you must never go to law about what concerns Masonry, without an absolute necessity apparent to the Lodge. 2. Behavior after the Lodge is over and the Brethren not gone You may enjoy yourselves with innocent mirth, treating one another according to ability, but avoiding all excess, or forcing any Brother to eat or drink beyond his inclination, or hindering him from going when his occasions call him, or doing or saying anything offensive, or that may forbid an easy and free conversation; for that would blast our harmony and defeat our laudable purposes. Therefore no private piques or quarrels must be brought within the door of the Lodge, far less any quarrels about religion or nations, or state policy, we being only, as Masons of the catholic religion above- mentioned; we are also of all nations, tongues, kindreds and lan- guages, and are resolved against all politics, as what never yet con- duced to the welfare of the Lodge, nor ever will. This charge has been always strictly enjoined and observed, but especially ever since the reformation in Britain, or the dissent and secession of these nations from the communion of Rome. 3. Behavior when Brethren meet without Strangers, but not in a Lodge formed You are to salute one another in a courteous manner, as you will be instructed, calling each other Brother, freely giving mutual instruction as shall be thought expedient, without being overseen or overheard, and without encroaching upon each other or derogating from that respect which is due to any Brother, were he not a Mason. For though all Masons are as Brethren upon the same level, yet Masonry takes no honor, especially if he has deserved well of the Brotherhood, who must give honor to whom it is due, and avoid ill manners. 4. Behavior in presence of Strangers not Masons You shall be cautious in your words and carriage, that the most penetrating stranger shall not be able to discover or find out what is not proper to be intimated; and sometimes you shall divert a dis- course, and manage it prudently for the honor of the worshipful Fraternity. 5. Behavior at Home, and in your Neighborhood You are to act as becomes a moral and wise man; particularly not to let your family, friends and neighbors know the concerns of the Lodge, etc., but wisely to consult your own honor, and that of the ancient Brotherhood, for reasons not to be mentioned here. You

CHARGES OF A FREE MASON 15 proper and competent judges of all such controversies (unless you carry it by appeal to the Grand Lodge), and to whom they ought to be referred unless a Lord's work be hindered the meanwhile, in which case a particular reference may be made; but you must never go to law about what concerns Masonry, without an absolute necessity apparent to the Lodge. 2. Behavior after the Lodge is over and the Brethren not gone You may enjoy yourselves with innocent mirth, treating one another according to ability, but avoiding all excess, or forcing any Brother to eat or drink beyond his inclination, or hindering him from going when his occasions call him, or doing or saying anything offensive, or that may forbid an easy and free conversation; for that would blast our harmony and defeat our laudable purposes. Therefore no private piques or quarrels must be brought within the door of the Lodge, far less any quarrels about religion or nations, or state policy, we being only, as Masons of the catholic religion above- mentioned; we are also of all nations, tongues, kindreds and lan- guages, and are resolved against all politics, as what never yet con- duced to the welfare of the Lodge, nor ever will. This charge has been always strictly enjoined and observed, but especially ever since the reformation in Britain, or the dissent and secession of these nations from the communion of Rome. 3. Behavior when Brethren meet without Strangers, but not in a Lodge formed You are to salute one another in a courteous manner, as you will be instructed, calling each other Brother, freely giving mutual instruction as shall be thought expedient, without being overseen or overheard, and without encroaching upon each other or derogating from that respect which is due to any Brother, were he not a Mason. For though all Masons are as Brethren upon the same level, yet Masonry takes no honor, especially if he has deserved well of the Brotherhood, who must give honor to whom it is due, and avoid ill manners. 4. Behavior in presence of Strangers not Masons You shall be cautious in your words and carriage, that the most penetrating stranger shall not be able to discover or find out what is not proper to be intimated; and sometimes you shall divert a dis- course, and manage it prudently for the honor of the worshipful Fraternity. 5. Behavior at Home, and in your Neighborhood You are to act as becomes a moral and wise man; particularly not to let your family, friends and neighbors know the concerns of the Lodge, etc., but wisely to consult your own honor, and that of the ancient Brotherhood, for reasons not to be mentioned here. You 16 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO must also consult your health by not continuing together too late, or too long from home, after Lodge hours are past; and by avoiding of gluttony or drunkenness, that your families be not neglected or injured, nor you disabled from working.

6. Behavior toward a strange Brother

You are cautiously to examine him, in such a method as prudence shall direct you, that you may not be imposed upon by an ignorant false pretender, whom you are to reject with contempt and derision, and beware of giving him any hints of knowledge.

But if you discover him to be a true and genuine Brother, you are to respect him accordingly; and if he is in want, you must relieve him if you can, or else direct him how he may be relieved. You must employ him some days, or else recommend him to be employed. But you are not charged to do beyond your ability, only to prefer a poor Brother, that is a good man and true, before any other poor people in the same circumstances.

Finally, all these Charges you are to observe, and also those that shall be communicated to you in another way; cultivating Brotherly Love, the foundation and capstone, the cement and glory of this ancient Fraternity, avoiding all wrangling and quarreling, all slander and backbiting, nor permitting others to slander any honest Brother, but defending his character, and doing him all good offices, as far as is consistent with your honor and safety, and no farther. And if any of them do you injury, you must apply to your own or his Lodge; and from thence you may appeal to the Grand Lodge at the Quarterly Communication, and from thence to the annual Grand Lodge; as has been the ancient laudable conduct of our forefathers in every nation; never taking a legal course but when the case cannot be otherwise decided, and patiently listening to the honest and friendly advice of Master and Fellows, when they would prevent you going to law with strangers, or would excite you to put a speedy period to all lawsuits, that so you may mind the affair of Masonry with the more alacrity and success; but with respect to Brothers or Fellows-at-law, the Master and Brethren should kindly offer their mediation, which ought to be thankfully submitted to by the contending Brethren, and if that submission is impracticable, they must however carry on their process, or lawsuit, without wrath and rancor (not in the common way), saying or doing nothing which may hinder Brotherly Love, and good offices to be renewed and continued; that all may see the benign influence of Masonry, as all true Masons have done from the beginning of the world, and will do to the end of time.

Amen so mote it be.

16 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO must also consult your health by not continuing together too late, or too long from home, after Lodge hours are past; and by avoiding of gluttony or drunkenness, that your families be not neglected or injured, nor you disabled from working.

6. Behavior toward a strange Brother

Amen so mote it be. Table of Contents BY-LAWS OF THE GRAND LODGE

CHAPTER 1—Grand Lodge Meetings

.01 Opening

CHAPTER 2—Duties of Grand Officers and others

.01 Grand Master (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j) .02 Deputy Grand Master (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k,l) .03 Grand Treasurer (a,b,c,d) .04 Grand Secretary (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k,l) .05 Joint Duties (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 3 Salaries, Allowances, Bonds, Depositories

.01 Salary of Officers (a,b) .02 Allowances (a,b,c) .03 Official Bonds (a,b) .04 Depositories (a,b)

CHAPTER 4—Committees

.01 Required Meetings (a,b) .02 Duties of Committees (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k,l, m,n,o,p,q,r,s,t,u,v,w)

CHAPTER 5—Representation in Grand Lodge

.01 Voting in Grand Lodge (a,b,c,d,e) .02 Attendance and Expense Allowance (a,b) .03 Lodge not Represented and Obligation

CHAPTER 6 Grand Lodge Dues, Fees, and Appropriations

.01 Dues, Fees and Appropriations (a,b,c,d)

CHAPTER 7—Annual Return

.01 Time of Filing (a,b)

.02 Detail of Information

Table of Contents BY-LAWS OF THE GRAND LODGE

CHAPTER 1—Grand Lodge Meetings

.01 Opening

CHAPTER 2—Duties of Grand Officers and others

.01 Grand Master (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j) .02 Deputy Grand Master (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k,l) .03 Grand Treasurer (a,b,c,d) .04 Grand Secretary (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k,l) .05 Joint Duties (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 3 Salaries, Allowances, Bonds, Depositories

.01 Salary of Officers (a,b) .02 Allowances (a,b,c) .03 Official Bonds (a,b) .04 Depositories (a,b)

CHAPTER 4—Committees

.01 Required Meetings (a,b) .02 Duties of Committees (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i,j,k,l, m,n,o,p,q,r,s,t,u,v,w)

CHAPTER 5—Representation in Grand Lodge

.01 Voting in Grand Lodge (a,b,c,d,e) .02 Attendance and Expense Allowance (a,b) .03 Lodge not Represented and Obligation

CHAPTER 6 Grand Lodge Dues, Fees, and Appropriations

.01 Dues, Fees and Appropriations (a,b,c,d)

CHAPTER 7—Annual Return

.01 Time of Filing (a,b)

.02 Detail of Information

19 CHAPTER 8—New Lodges under Dispensation .01 Fee for Dispensation (a,b,c,d,e,f,g) .02 Requirements for Dispensation (a,b,c,d,e,f,g) .03 Dispensation Granted .04 Lodge under Dispensation (a,b,c,d,e) .05 Constituting Lodge after Charter Granted

CHAPTER 9—Temple and Financing Thereof

.01 Temple Committee (a,b) .02 Expenditure of $10,000 or more .03 Committee Action .04 Committee Expense

CHAPTER 10—Recognition of Another Grand Lodge .01 Requirements

CHAPTER 11—Grand Lodge Administration .01 Lodge Incorporation Forbidden .02 Grand Lodge Seal .03 Emergency Relief Fund (a,b,c,d) .04 Communism .05 Gambling and Penalties (a,b,c,d) .06 Notice of Unmasonic Conduct .07 Levies and Assessments .08 Property Surrendered with Charter .09 Appeals .10 Amendments to Code (a,b) .11 Amendments to By-Laws .12 Rules of Order for Grand Lodge (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i, j,k,l,m,n,o,p)

CHAPTER 8—New Lodges under Dispensation .01 Fee for Dispensation (a,b,c,d,e,f,g) .02 Requirements for Dispensation (a,b,c,d,e,f,g) .03 Dispensation Granted .04 Lodge under Dispensation (a,b,c,d,e) .05 Constituting Lodge after Charter Granted

CHAPTER 9—Temple and Financing Thereof

.01 Temple Committee (a,b) .02 Expenditure of $10,000 or more .03 Committee Action .04 Committee Expense

CHAPTER 10—Recognition of Another Grand Lodge .01 Requirements

20 By-Laws of the Grand Lodge

CHAPTER 1 GRAND LODGE MEETINGS

Sec. 1.01 Grand Lodge Opening. The Grand Master shall, on the day appointed for the Communication of the Grand Lodge, open a Lodge of Master Masons in ample form at nine o'clock in the morn- ing, and as soon as the representatives of a sufficient number of Chartered Lodges to make a constitutional quorum are found to be present, he shall declare The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio open for the transaction of business. He may then or later announce his appointments on the several Standing Committees. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1951, 26-28, 82, 97. CHAPTER 2 DUTIES OF GRAND OFFICERS AND OTHERS

SEC. 2.01 Grand Master. (a) The Grand Master shall, at the time of his installation appoint the following Committees of not less than three members each: Charters and Dispensations Necrology Credentials Public Relations Education and Information Relief Examination of Visiting Brethren Ritual Fraternal Relations Rufus Putnam Dist. Serv. Grand Lodge Headquarters Scholarship Grievances Temple History Time and Place Investment Unfinished Business Masonic Home Endowment Ways, Means and Accounts Masonic Jurisprudence

(b) He shall, within thirty days after his installation, transmit the list of appointees to the Grand Secretary who shall notify each forthwith. (c) He shall submit to the Grand Lodge at the opening of its Annual Communication written or printed reports relative to his official acts during the recess of the Grand Lodge. He shall also bring to the attention of the Grand Lodge such other matters and give such information upon Masonic subjects as he desires, and may recommend for the consideration of the Grand Lodge such measures as he may deem expedient. (d) Matters contained in the report of the Grand Master shall be referred to appropriate Committees for report to the Grand Lodge.

By-Laws of the Grand Lodge

CHAPTER 1 GRAND LODGE MEETINGS

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(e) In the event of the death, removal, or resignation of any Grand Lodge officer during the recess of the Grand Lodge, the Grand Master may appoint any suitable Brother to the vacant station and install him in office.

(f) He shall subscribe the Journal of each Communication of the Grand Lodge over which he presided. No transcript or minutes therefrom shall at any time be printed, published, or distributed until examined, approved, and signed by him.

(g) Immediately after his installation, at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, the Grand Master shall appoint a Committee composed of three Past Grand Masters who shall, within twenty days after the close of each session of the Grand Lodge, select one or more responsible banks in the State of Ohio as custodian of the funds of the Grand Lodge, and designate what amount of the funds of the Grand Lodge may be deposited in each bank or banks so selected.

(h) The Grand Master shall not make or second any motion but he shall cast the deciding vote on all questions where there is an equal division.

(i) He shall call a meeting of the Advisory Committee at least one time during recess of the Grand Lodge which meeting shall be in addition to the Annual Meeting of the said Committee.

(j ) The Grand Master shall at once refer to the Advisory Committee for consideration all proposed legislation, including standing resolutions and amendments to the Constitution, the By-laws of the Grand Lodge, or the Code, and he shall advise the Grand Lodge of the recommendations of the Committee relative thereto. Also see 2.05 (a); 3.03(b); 15.02(b). Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1964, 107-109; 1983.

SEC. 2.02 Deputy Grand Master. The Deputy Grand Master shall report to the Grand Lodge in writing or in print relative to his official acts during recess of the Grand Lodge and its contents shall be referred to a Committee for report to the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.:

SEC. 2.03 Grand Treasurer. (a) The Grand Treasurer shall have general supervision and charge of the funds, securities, and vouchers of the Grand Lodge and shall cause payment to be made therefrom as may be directed by the Grand Lodge or otherwise constitutionally authorized.

(b) He shall attend all Communications of the Grand Lodge with his books of accounts, vouchers of all kinds, and all papers relating to his office, for the inspection and settlement of his accounts, and he shall meet with any Grand Lodge Committee when required and whose general or special province may be to act in relation to the fiscal concerns of the Grand Lodge.

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(h) The Grand Master shall not make or second any motion but he shall cast the deciding vote on all questions where there is an equal division.

(i) He shall call a meeting of the Advisory Committee at least one time during recess of the Grand Lodge which meeting shall be in addition to the Annual Meeting of the said Committee.

(c) All bonds and other securities belonging to the Grand Lodge shall be held under the supervision of the Grand Treasurer by a designated depository or custodian bank in book-entry form or in nominee name. An accurate record of all such bonds or other securities shall be made by the Grand Treasurer thirty days or more prior to the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge. Such record shall be checked and be duly certified by an officer of the depository or custodian bank where deposited and be forwarded to the Certified public accountant or firm designated by the Grand Master to audit the books of the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer, who will examine for comparison and report to the Grand Lodge. (d) All bonds and other securities belonging to the Grand Lodge shall be held under the supervision of Grand Treasurer in a safe-deposit box in a designated bank, by a custodian, a responsible correspondent bank, a Federal Reserve Bank or a depository approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission. An accurate record of all such bonds or other securities shall be made by the Grand Treasurer thirty days or more prior to the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge. Such record shall be forwarded by him to the certified public accountant or firm designated by the Grand Master to audit the books of the Grand Secretary and the Grand Treasurer who will examine for comparison and report to the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1953, 120; 1954, 93; 1997

SEC. 2.04 Grand Secretary. It shall be the duty of the Grand Secretary: (a) To attend each Communication of the Grand Lodge with the necessary books and papers of his office, to keep a faithful journal of its proceedings, and to record all its transactions. (b) To print and distribute so much of its proceedings as may be ordered to be published for circulation. (c) To keep the Seal of the Grand Lodge, and affix the same with his attestation to all instruments required to be so executed. (d) To procure all necessary books and stationery, and shall have charge of all the records, papers, parchments, certificates and documents generally of the Grand Lodge, other than those belonging to the Grand Treasurer. (e) To receive and receipt for all dues, fees, and other moneys coming to the Grand Lodge, and administer them in accordance with the instructions prescribed. (f) To conduct all correspondence between Lodges in this and other Grand Jurisdictions concerning candidates for Degrees, and all other correspondence required of him by the Grand Lodge or Grand Master. (g) To notify each member of the respective Committees of his appointment immediately upon receiving notice of the same from the Grand Master. (h) To furnish, on or before the first day of August in each year, to each of the Subordinate Lodges the requisite forms, upon which the annual returns and Recapitulation Reports for such Lodges are printed. (i) To submit, at the time of the meeting of the Committees at each Annual Communication of Grand Lodge, copies of all documents and matters pertaining to his own office as Grand Secretary, as properly come before such Committees respectively, for their examination and consideration; and he shall also at the same time attend the meetings of such Committees and render them such assistance respectively, as they may require.

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(j) To do and perform any and all other duties customary to his office and the established usage of Masons. (k) It shall be the duty of the Grand Secretary in making up the Annual Minutes of the Grand Lodge for publication to include therein a statement of the total number of suspensions and expulsions from all the Lodges subordinate to this Grand Lodge, and also the number of members who have been restored to good standing in each of the several Lodges subordinate to this Grand Lodge. (1) All policies insuring or indemnifying the Grand Lodge against loss shall be held by the Grand Secretary, who shall include in his report to the Grand Lodge each year a list of the policies so held, together with information as to the amount and type of insurance evidenced thereby. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 103, 105. (m) The Grand Secretary shall report on the care of The Grand Lodge Library; also encourage the use of the Library by members of the Craft; and report to The Grand Lodge with recommendations as to appropriation, care, and custody. Hist. ref: Proceedings 1984. (n) The Grand Secretary shall, at least thirty (30) days prior to the conven- ing of The Grand Lodge in Annual Communication, mail the following to the Worshipful Master of each Subordinate Lodge and all other voting members of this Grand Lodge: (1 ) The complete text of any pending legislation which is scheduled to be voted upon at the next Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge. (2) The complete text of any new proposed legislation which has been received prior to September I and is to be presented at the next Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge and which may be considered for immediate adoption in accordance with Code Section 35.01 (d). Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1993. SEC. 2.05 Joint Duties. (a) It shall be the duty of the Grand Secretary and the Grand Treasurer to close their books as of the thirty-first day of August of each year. The Grand Master shall, prior to August 1 of each year, employ a certified public accountant, either an individual or a firm, to audit the books of the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer between September 1 and 30, the report of said audit to be filed with the Grand Master by the date last mentioned. It shall be the duty of the Grand Master to submit said report to the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1999 (b) The members of the Investment Committee are hereby authorized, at their discretion, to invest or reinvest any funds of the Grand Lodge in such securities as are or may be lawful investments for fiduciaries under and as limited by the laws of the State of Ohio, as now or hereafter in effect, and in making such investments or reinvestments shall have the powers of fiduciaries as limited by such laws as now or hereafter in effect. The members of the Investment Committee are hereby authorized to sell any of such investments for the purpose of reinvestment, or for any other purpose authorized by the Grand Lodge. Reissued Oct. 1984, 1993, 1997, 1999

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(c) The Grand Master, Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary are also hereby authorized to disburse all funds appropriated by the Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1959, 113; 1976, 52.

CHAPTER 3 SALARIES, ALLOWANCES, BONDS, DEPOSITORIES

Sec. 3.01. Grand Secretary Salary. (a) The Grand Secretary shall be paid in full for his services, payable monthly as shall be provided in the budget approved by the Grand Lodge.

(b) A brother who shall have served as Grand Secretary for a period of ten years or more or becomes ineligible by reason of having attained the age of seventy-five years, shall upon retirement become Grand Secretary Emeritus and shall receive as retirement benefits, payable monthly, such amount as shall be provided under the Pension Plan of The Grand Lodge of Ohio — Resolution No. 10.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 105; 1959, 112; 1982; 2015

Sec. 3.02. Allowances. (a) The Grand Master shall have such allowances and clerk hire as shall be provided in the budget approved by the Grand Lodge.

(b) The Grand Treasurer shall be paid, for his service and necessary expense, such allowance, payable monthly, as shall be provided in the budget approved by the Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1953, 1993, 2013.

Sec. 3.03. Official Bonds. (a) Bonds of the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer are fixed at the sum of $50,000 each, and the same shall be obtained within thirty days after the close of the session of the Grand Lodge from reliable surety, guaranty or indemnity companies, to be approved by the Grand Master last elected before such bonds are executed or renewed.

(b) The premiums on said bonds, shall be paid by the Grand Lodge, and the Grand Master shall be, and is hereby, constituted the custodian of said bonds.

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(c) The Grand Master, Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary are also hereby authorized to disburse all funds appropriated by the Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1959, 113; 1976, 52.

CHAPTER 3 SALARIES, ALLOWANCES, BONDS, DEPOSITORIES

Sec. 3.01. Grand Secretary Salary. (a) The Grand Secretary shall be paid in full for his services, payable monthly as shall be provided in the budget approved by the Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 105; 1959, 112; 1982; 2015

Sec. 3.02. Allowances. (a) The Grand Master shall have such allowances and clerk hire as shall be provided in the budget approved by the Grand Lodge.

(b) The Grand Treasurer shall be paid, for his service and necessary expense, such allowance, payable monthly, as shall be provided in the budget approved by the Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1953, 1993, 2013.

(b) The premiums on said bonds, shall be paid by the Grand Lodge, and the Grand Master shall be, and is hereby, constituted the custodian of said bonds.

Sec. 3.04. Depositories. (a) All funds of the Grand Lodge shall be deposited by the Grand Secretary forthwith as received in said bank or banks in the name and to the credit of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, and no part of said funds so deposited shall be withdrawn therefrom except upon order duly signed by the Grand Master, Grand Secretary, and duly countersigned by the Grand Treasurer. Each of said depositories shall certify to the Grand Treasurer the amount of said 28 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO deposits as and when made, and shall upon request, furnish a certified statement of the balance to the credit of said fund to each of said officers at the close of the fiscal year, for the inspection of the Committee on Ways, Means and Accounts of this Grand Lodge. Any such depository may at any time be changed by said above-described Committee on the written approval of the Grand Master, and the Grand Treasurer shall, at each meeting of the Grand Lodge, report that several amounts on deposit and the terms and conditions upon which such deposits have been made.

(b) The interest and income from all deposits and investments shall be regularly collected and deposited in a designated depository of the funds of the Grand Lodge.

CHAPTER 4 COMMITTEES

Sec. 4.01. Required Meetings. (a) The Committee on Charters and Dispensations, Credentials, Grievances, Masonic Jurisprudence, and Ways, Means and Accounts shall meet with the Grand Master, and the Grand Secretary at the place appointed for the meeting of the Grand Lodge in Annual Communication on the day previous thereto, to examine and consider the matters that appropriately come within the duties of such Committees respectively, and all persons desiring to be heard in matters coming before such Committees shall appear for hearing at that time.

(b) The Advisory Committee, which is hereby established as a standing committee, shall hold an annual meeting at least sixty days prior to the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge and shall also meet at least one other time during recess of the Grand Lodge at the call of the Grand Master, and at such other times as the Grand Master or any three members of the Committee may determine.

Hist. ref : Proceedings 1964, 107-109; 1973

Sec. 4.02. Duties of Committees. The Committees of the Grand Lodge shall perform and discharge the following duties:

(a) Advisory. It shall be the duty of this Standing Committee to act in an advisory capacity to the Grand Master and other Grand Lodge Officers and concerning such matters as may be referred to it by the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master.

The Committee may initiate new legislation.

The Committee shall consult with the Grand Master as to all phases of the operations and functions of the Grand Lodge, and shall report to it any recommendations which the Committee may have for the improvement of the organiza-

28 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO deposits as and when made, and shall upon request, furnish a certified statement of the balance to the credit of said fund to each of said officers at the close of the fiscal year, for the inspection of the Committee on Ways, Means and Accounts of this Grand Lodge. Any such depository may at any time be changed by said above-described Committee on the written approval of the Grand Master, and the Grand Treasurer shall, at each meeting of the Grand Lodge, report that several amounts on deposit and the terms and conditions upon which such deposits have been made.

(b) The interest and income from all deposits and investments shall be regularly collected and deposited in a designated depository of the funds of the Grand Lodge.

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Hist. ref : Proceedings 1964, 107-109; 1973

Sec. 4.02. Duties of Committees. The Committees of the Grand Lodge shall perform and discharge the following duties:

The Committee may initiate new legislation.

tion of the Grand Lodge, its operation, finances, and all other functions.

The duties and responsibilities of other Committees, as prescribed by the By-Laws, shall not affect or be affected by the provisions of this section.

The membership of the Committee shall be as follows:

The Grand Master, Chairman Ex-officio The Deputy Grand Master The Senior Grand Warden The Junior Grand Warden The Grand Treasurer The Grand Secretary The Chairman of the Committee on Masonic Jurisprudence The Chairman of the Committee on Ways, Means and Accounts The Chairman of the Committee on Fraternal Relations The Immediate Past Grand Master

(b) Charters and Dispensations. Shall particularly examine the work, records and By-Laws of all Lodges under Dispensation, and the procedure of the Grand Master granting the same; shall examine the amended By-Laws of all the chartered Lodges submitted for the approval of the Grand Lodge; shall note on all matters that are improper or unconstitutional in any such work, records and ByLaws, and report to the Grand Lodge, with such recommendations as they shall deem meet and proper in the premises.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1973.

(c) Credentials. Shall report the number of Lodges represented, the names of representatives and proxies, with the number of votes to which each is entitled.

(d) Education and Information. Shall propose and supervise educational programs and instruction for the Lodges and encourage the Lodges to make use of such programs; to make an annual report of the activities and progress of the Lodges in the use of such programs; to make such recommendations to the Lodg- es and to the Grand Lodge as will increase interest, encourage attendance, and aid the Lodges in dispensing light and information; to inform itself as to services of an educational nature which are being rendered by local and other Masonic organizations, or which are available, reporting to the Grand Lodge from time to time with any recommendations relative thereto which the Committee may have; and, within limits of funds available to the committee, and subject to the approval of the Grand Master, to prepare, publish, and distribute to the Lodges such material as in the opinion of the Committee will promote Masonic education and information.

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tion of the Grand Lodge, its operation, finances, and all other functions.

The duties and responsibilities of other Committees, as prescribed by the By-Laws, shall not affect or be affected by the provisions of this section.

The membership of the Committee shall be as follows:

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1973.

(c) Credentials. Shall report the number of Lodges represented, the names of representatives and proxies, with the number of votes to which each is entitled.

(e) Examination of Visiting Brethren. Shall perform the duties of their appointment according to established Masonic usage.

(f) Fraternal Relations, whose Chairman shall be the Fraternal Correspondent of the Grand Lodge. Shall receive, examine and review reports of the Proceedings of other Grand Bodies with which this Lodge maintains fraternal relations and shall report thereon at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge.

All correspondence with Foreign Jurisdictions relating to recognition thereof, and matters of policy pertaining thereto, shall be referred to the Fraternal Relations Committee whose duty it shall be to examine the same and make due report thereon with such recommendations as it may deem expedient.

The Fraternal Correspondent shall prepare and present as a part of his report for printing in the Proceedings such a review of the Proceedings of our sister Grand Jurisdictions as will, in his judgement, reflect an adequate historical sketch of the progress of Masonry in those Jurisdictions.

(g) Left Blank Intentionally.

Hist. ref.: 2013.

(h) Investment. The membership of the Committee shall be the Grand Treasurer, Grand Secretary, Chairman of the Committee on Ways, Means and Accounts and three At-Large members appointed or reappointed by the Grand Master to serve staggered three year terms.

The Committee shall develop and maintain a written Investment Policy for all Grand Lodge Funds; select investment advisors/managers as appropriate; evaluate investment results on a regular basis; and perform such other duties as necessary to achieve investment objectives.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1997.

(i) Grievances. Shall examine into matters of controversy and grievances brought before the Grand Lodge and report for the action of the Grand Lodge.

(j) History, whose Chairman shall be the Grand Historian of the Grand Lodge. Shall establish historical facts of events in Lodges and the lives of members and report their findings to the Grand Lodge to the end that there may be preserved the record of Masonry's contribution to the civic, political and religious life of our State, as well as promote the moral and spiritual principles Masonry seeks to inculcate.

(k) Masonic Home Endowment. Shall stimulate interest in and procure contributions to the Endowment Fund of the Ohio Masonic Home.

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(e) Examination of Visiting Brethren. Shall perform the duties of their appointment according to established Masonic usage.

(g) Left Blank Intentionally.

Hist. ref.: 2013.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1997.

(i) Grievances. Shall examine into matters of controversy and grievances brought before the Grand Lodge and report for the action of the Grand Lodge.

(k) Masonic Home Endowment. Shall stimulate interest in and procure contributions to the Endowment Fund of the Ohio Masonic Home. BY-LAWS 31

(I) Masonic Jurisprudence. Shall investigate and report upon all questions that may be referred to them by The Grand Lodge.

The Jurisprudence Committee shall not be required to consider and report on any proposed amendment of the Constitution, By-Laws or Code unless the same shall have been filed with the Grand Secretary for transmittal to the Chairman of the Jurisprudence Committee, at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Communication of The Grand Lodge at which the proposal will be considered.

(m) Left Blank Intentionally

(n) Necrology, whose Chairman shall be the Grand Chaplain of The Grand Lodge. Shall report to The Grand Lodge suitable memorials of deceased Brethren of this and other Grand Jurisdictions.

(o) Public Relations. Shall prepare and disseminate, or arrange for the dissemination and publication of appropriate news releases, radio and television scripts, articles of public interest concerning the Masonic Fraternity, announcements of activities of The Grand Lodge and Subordinate Lodges, as well as of the Grand and Subordinate Lodges of other Jurisdictions, and shall publicize the noteworthy achievements of members of the Masonic Fraternity, all with due regard for Masonic principles, laws, customs, and usages. The Committee shall take no action which may affect Grand Lodge policy without the approval of the Grand Master.

(p) Relief. Shall assist and encourage the Lodges in their charitable undertakings; to procure and report to The Grand Lodge information as to the charitable activities and expenditures of the Lodges during the preceding year; and to inform itself as to charitable and relief services which are being rendered by local and other Masonic organizations, or which are available, reporting to The Grand Lodge from time to time any recommendations relative thereto which the Committee may have.

(q) Ritual. Shall instruct and provide instruction relative to the authorized Ritual of this Grand Lodge. The Chairman of the Committee shall be the custodian of the typewritten copy of the Ritual, and shall perform such other duties as may be prescribed for him in the Standing Resolution on Ritual.

(r) Scholarship. Shall administer the Scholarship Fund and award an appropriate number of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio Scholarships to aid able and deserving young people to secure an education at an accredited college, university or theological seminary.

(s) Temple. Shall conform to duties directed in By-Laws, Chapter 9.

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(I) Masonic Jurisprudence. Shall investigate and report upon all questions that may be referred to them by The Grand Lodge.

(m) Left Blank Intentionally

(n) Necrology, whose Chairman shall be the Grand Chaplain of The Grand Lodge. Shall report to The Grand Lodge suitable memorials of deceased Brethren of this and other Grand Jurisdictions.

(s) Temple. Shall conform to duties directed in By-Laws, Chapter 9. 32 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

(t) Time and Place. Shall report to The Grand Lodge at the Annual Communication with recommendation as to the time and place of holding the next Annual Grand Communication.

(u) Unfinished Business. Shall examine and report from the Journal of the previous Communication all such matters as were then pending and undetermined.

(v) Ways, Means, and Accounts. Shall prepare and present a Grand Lodge budget, taking into consideration the conditions of the funds and property of The Grand Lodge, and all propositions and resolutions affecting its revenue and expenditures which may be offered; they shall specially report thereon, and may recommend any measures which, in their opinion, will operate financially for the benefit of The Grand Lodge. Every resolution or motion contemplating an appropriation from the funds of Grand Lodge shall be referred to the Committee on Ways, Means, and Accounts for consideration and recommendation.

(w) Rufus Putnam Distinguished Service Award. Shall consist of five Ohio Masons who shall receive and review all nominations for the Distinguished Service Award; shall select the recipient, if any, and report on same to the Grand Master at least sixty days prior to the Annual Communication of The Grand Lodge. Each Grand Master shall appoint one member for five years; may appoint other members to fill unexpired terms; no two members of the committee shall be from the same Masonic district in Ohio.

Hist. ref, Proceedings 1956, 88; 1958, 108; 1962, 73; 1969, 79, 80; 1978, 133; 1983; 1995.

CHAPTER 5 REPRESENTATION IN GRAND LODGE

Sec. 5.01 Voting in Grand Lodge. (a) On all questions arising in The Grand Lodge, The Grand Officers, together with such Past Grand Masters and Past Deputy Grand Masters of this Grand Lodge who are members thereof and present thereat, District Deputy Grand Masters, Past District Deputy Grand Masters, Associate Grand Chaplains, Past Grand Tylers, and District Education Officers during their term of service, who are present shall be entitled to one vote; and the Master and Wardens of each chartered Lodge, or their regularly constituted proxies, shall each be entitled to one vote; but in no case shall a member, by virtue of any proxy or proxies, cast more than three votes. (b) Any of the three principal officers of a Subordinate Lodge not present at the Annual Communication of The Grand Lodge may give his proxy to any one of the elective officers of such Lodge, or to any Past Master of such Lodge, who is a member in good standing, and the holder of such proxy shall have the right to receive the voting pad and to vote, and to exercise all of the other rights and privileges which the Brother giving his proxy would have had if personally present, provided, however, that no representative or proxy from a Subordinate Lodge shall hold a seat in The Grand Lodge unless the Lodge he represents had discharged in full its Grand Dues. Hist. ref, Proceedings 2001, 2010

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(t) Time and Place. Shall report to The Grand Lodge at the Annual Communication with recommendation as to the time and place of holding the next Annual Grand Communication.

(u) Unfinished Business. Shall examine and report from the Journal of the previous Communication all such matters as were then pending and undetermined.

Hist. ref, Proceedings 1956, 88; 1958, 108; 1962, 73; 1969, 79, 80; 1978, 133; 1983; 1995.

CHAPTER 5 REPRESENTATION IN GRAND LODGE

(c) Should one or more officers be unable by death or for some other reason, to appoint proxies as aforesaid, the Lodge shall designate any other elected officer or officers to exercise all the prerogatives provided herein. (d) All decisions of the Grand Lodge shall be determined by a majority of the votes cast, where not otherwise provided. The yeas and nays may be ordered upon any question at the request of thirty members, when a written ballot shall be taken and every ballot counted and recorded. (e) The vote in Grand Lodge for election of Officers, or on any proposal to amend the Constitution shall be by written ballot. The vote to amend the Grand Lodge By-Laws, or the Code, shall be by ballot, the manner of which to be prescribed by the Grand Master; provided, however, a written ballot shall be had on the request of thirty members present in person or by proxy. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952.55, 98; 2957, 101. Sec. 5.02. Attendance and Expense Allowances. (a) Effective for the 2001 Annual Communication and thereafter, each Chartered Lodge is required to be represented at the Annual Communications of the grand Lodge; and there shall be paid on account thereof, out of the funds of the Grand Lodge, to the ranking representative present from each Lodge, mileage and per diem, as follows: thirty five cents for each mile in coming from and thirty five cents for each mile in returning to the place where such Lodge is located, to be reckoned by the most direct traveled route, and seventy-five dollars for each day's attendance; provided, that no Brother shall receive mileage and per diem as the representative of his lodge, receives mileage and per diem in any other manner or capacity, neither he nor any other member of his Lodge shall be entitled to mileage and per diem as representative of his Lodge; and provided, also, that no representative who is not in actual attendance at, or who leaves the Communication of the Grand Lodge before its close, shall receive any expense allowance for his travel or attendance, unless he be excused by the Grand Lodge. Hist, ref.: 2000, 2002. (b) Like mileage and per diem shall also be paid to the Grand Officers, the Past Grand Masters and the Past District Grand Masters of this Grand Lodge, who are members thereof and present thereat, and to such other Brethren as may be required by the Grand Lodge or Grand Master to attend an Annual Communication, in special service of the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: 1964. 110; 1973, 1991, Sec. 5.03. Lodges not Represented. Every subordinate Lodge which shall not be represented for two successive Grand Communications, or neglects for two consecutive years to discharge its Grand Dues, shall be suspended from all of its Masonic functions; and it shall be the duty of the Grand Secretary to give such delinquent Lodge immediate notice thereof, and unless within one year from date of suspension the said Lodge shall faithfully discharge all arrearages, and show good cause to the contrary, it shall forfeit its Charter and be struck from the roll of the Lodges. In no case, and under no pretense whatever, shall such Lodge be reinstated until all Grand Dues be paid, together with a Dispensation fee of one hundred dollars. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1973, 1980.

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CHAPTER 6 GRAND LODGE DUES, FEES AND APPROPRIATIONS

Sec. 6.01. Dues, Fees and Appropriations. (a) Every Subordinate Lodge shall pay to the Grand Lodge, previous to its annual communication the following Annual Grand Dues, namely: the sum of two dollars ($2.00) for each candidate initiated (made an Entered Apprentice), during the fiscal year, and the sum of fifteen dollars ($15.00) in 2016-2017 and each year thereafter, for each member (Master Mason) in good standing.

Reissued Oct, 1991, 1999, 2006, 2009, 2016

(b) Every subordinate Lodge shall pay to the Grand Lodge, previous to its annual communication the sum of two dollars and twenty cents ($2.20) for each member (Master Mason) in good standing to be paid by the Grand Lodge to the Ohio Masonic Home General Fund in support of the Ohio Masonic Home's residents and clients.

(c) Every petitioner for initiation„ and every applicant for affiliation from another Grand Jurisdiction who has not heretofore paid such fee, and also every expelled Brother upon application for restoration, shall pay, in addition to the fee of the Lodge petitioned, the sum of twenty dollars ($20.00), which shall be collected by said Lodge and paid annually by it to the Grand Lodge in addition to the Grand Dues above mentioned. Twenty dollars ($20.00) of said sum shall be paid to the Endowment Fund of The Ohio Masonic Home.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952, 55, 98;, 1959, 66; 1964, 109; 2016

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CHAPTER 6 GRAND LODGE DUES, FEES AND APPROPRIATIONS

Reissued Oct, 1991, 1999, 2006, 2009, 2016

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952, 55, 98;, 1959, 66; 1964, 109; 2016 BY-LAWS 35

CHAPTER 7 ANNUAL RETURN

SEC. 7.01 Time of Filing. (a) The membership of each Symbolic Lodge shall be determined as of the thirty-first day of July of each year; and each Lodge shall cause to be made out and filed with the Grand Secretary, on or before the thirty- first day of August following, upon blanks to be furnished by him therefor, its returns complete, properly signed and attested with the seal of the Lodge, together with its Grand Dues for the year then closed. If any Lodge shall fail to comply with this rule, no representative therefrom shall be entitled to, or receive, mileage and per diem. (b) The Secretary of a Lodge is required to engross a true copy of the annual return in the minutes of the Lodge; provided, however, that if the minutes are kept on loose-leaf sheets, a conformed photostat or otherwise mechanically reproduced copy of such return may be inserted in the Minute Book in lieu of such copy, or a true copy of the return may be filed in a permanent binder of a kind provided by the Grand Secretary.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1962, 74; 1976, 53. SEC. 7.02 Detail of Information. The annual returns of each Lodge shall, among other things, set forth the names and post office addresses of the Master, Wardens and Secretary, also separate list of names, arranged in alphabetical order, showing the following particulars, namely: FIRST: All the members thereof ( Master Masons in good standing), on July 31 of that year; (The following lists refer to events taking place during the fiscal year then closed, that is from July 31 of the preceding, to August 1 of the current year, and in each list the date of the happening of each event shall be set opposite the respective name.)

SECOND: Those who have been initiated; THIRD: Those who have been passed; FOURTH: Those who have been raised; FIFTH: Master masons who have been admitted to membership SIXTH: Those who have been reinstated from suspension or expulsion, with date of suspension or expulsion, and of reinstatement. SEVENTH: Members who have dimitted; EIGHTH: Members who have died; NINTH: Members who have been entered "suspended for the non-payment of dues"; TENTH: Members who have been suspended by action of the Lodge; ELEVENTH: Members who have been expelled. Reissued October, 1977 Hist. ref.:

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CHAPTER 7 ANNUAL RETURN

CHAPTER 8 NEW LODGE UNDER DISPENSATION

SEC. 8.01 Fee for Dispensation. Masons petitioning for a new Lodge shall, with the application therefore, deposit the sum of one hundred fifty ($150.00) dollars. Should Charter be granted, the new Lodge will be charged the difference between actual cost and the deposit made.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1984.

SEC. 8.02 Requirements for Dispensation. (a) No dispensation for a new Lodge shall be granted unless eight or more qualified Master Masons shall petition in writing therefor. The petition shall set forth the place in the town, name of the Lodge (which shall not duplicate the name of any Ohio Lodge), County and State where they desire to locate such new Charter or Dispensation, within the District in which the new Lodge would be located. The petitioners shall also recommend in their petition the names of the three of their number whom they have selected to serve as the first Master, Senior and Junior Warden, respectively; and the one selected as Master shall have been previously elected, installed and served as Master of a regular Ohio Lodge of Master Masons.

(b) The Grand Master may exercise his discretion in granting or withholding Dispensation for a new Lodge during the recess of the Grand Lodge even if the application for such Dispensation is formally correct, and has been presented at least sixty days prior to the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge.

Reissued October, 1984

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CHAPTER 8 NEW LODGE UNDER DISPENSATION

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1984.

Reissued October, 1984

(c) No Dispensation for a new Lodge shall be granted by the Grand Master unless the consent to the establishment thereof be given in writing and under seal by not less than three-fourths of the chartered Lodges within the District in which the new Lodge would be situated; and such consents shall accompany the petition. (d) The application to the respective Lodges for such consent shall be presented at a stated meeting of each Lodge, be entered on the minutes, and lie over until the next or some subsequent stated meeting before a vote can be taken thereon. A majority vote of those present favoring such consent shall be sufficient. (e) One of the consenting Lodges under Charter shall be the sponsor of the proposed Lodge, shall certify in writing under its seal to the moral character and Masonic qualifications of the petitioners, and that they can, without assistance from others, duly confer the degrees of Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Mason and otherwise properly conduct the business of a Lodge. BY-LAWS 37 (f) The petitioners shall produce evidence satisfactory to the Grand Lodge that they have secured a safe and suitable place in which to hold their meetings. (g) A certificate of good membership on a prescribed form, signed by the Secretary of the Lodge in which the petitioner holds membership and who is not a member of a consenting Lodge, shall accompany the petition, and also a statement showing in which one of the consenting Lodges the remaining petitioners, respectively, hold membership.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1954, 89; 1960, 132; 1973.

SEC. 8.03 Dispensation Granted. When a Dispensation for the formation of a new Lodge is granted to the petitioners therefore, they shall have authority to work as a Ledge until but not beyond the fixed period for the first succeeding Communication of the Grand Lodge, at which time the Dispensation shall be returned to the Grand Lodge, and a copy of its By-laws and the record of its proceedings shall be presented for inspection. The Dispensation may then be continued, or a Charter granted, or its labors may be interdicted, as the Grand Lodge may decide. Hist. ref.:

SEC. 8.04 Lodges Under Dispensation. (a) All new Lodges which may be constituted shall be required to use the Uniform Code of By- laws for the use of Subordinate Lodges, as laid down in the Code; and a Charter shall not be granted to a new Lodge which has not adopted this Uniform Code without amendment or change. (b) No Lodge under Dispensation shall be permitted to hold a public celebration on any Masonic occasion whatever, unless the consent of the Grand Master be first obtained.

(c) In issuing the Charter for a new Lodge which has been working under Dispensation, the names of the petitioners for the Dispensation and such other Brethren as have been made Master Masons therein shall be included among the charter members thereof.

(d) As Lodges under Dispensation are acting under the proxy of the Grand Master, they are authorized and empowered to make and admit Free Masons according to the Ancient Custom and not otherwise. They are therefore without authority to admit to membership nonaffiliates on dimit.

(e) After the petition for a Dispensation for a new Lodge has been complied with in accordance with the provisions set forth herein, and the request has been presented formally to a Lodge for consent, no additional names may be added thereto, but any applicant may withdraw his name therefrom at any time previous to fifteen days before the Charter is granted.

BY-LAWS 37 (f) The petitioners shall produce evidence satisfactory to the Grand Lodge that they have secured a safe and suitable place in which to hold their meetings. (g) A certificate of good membership on a prescribed form, signed by the Secretary of the Lodge in which the petitioner holds membership and who is not a member of a consenting Lodge, shall accompany the petition, and also a statement showing in which one of the consenting Lodges the remaining petitioners, respectively, hold membership.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1954, 89; 1960, 132; 1973.

Likewise, an applicant's name may be erased from the petition by the unanimous action of the designated Master, Senior Warden and Junior Warden for any reason deemed to be sufficient by them, at any time previous to fifteen days before the Charter is granted. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952, 98. SEC. 8.05 Constituting Lodge after Charter Granted. No new Lodge is authorized to commence work under its Charter until the officers thereof have been regularly installed, and for that purpose whenever a Charter is granted the Grand Master shall designate a time for the constituting of the Lodge and for the election and installation of its officers, which time shall be the date fixed by the By-laws of such Lodge as the annual meeting of the Lodge in November following the granting of the Charter, unless the Grand Master determines that another date is more suitable. The Grand Master may conduct such ceremony in person or may appoint a Past Master to act as his proxy. The Dispensation under which such Lodge has been operating shall continue in effect until such Lodge is constituted as required by the Code. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952, 55, 98.

CHAPTER 9 TEMPLES AND FINANCING THEREOF SEC. 9.01 Temple Committee Function. (a) All matters relating to Temple or Lodge room occupancy which involves deviation from well- established policy or Masonic usage, or involving controversy which cannot be readily resolved by the Grand Master, shall be referred by the Grand Master to the Temple Committee of the Grand Lodge for recommendation to the Grand Master or to the Grand Lodge. Reissued Oct. 1973 (b) All matters pertaining to the method of financing Temples, including liquida- tion, refunding or any other such policy of Temple ownership, either by a Lodge or Temple company, shall likewise be submitted to The Temple Committee of the Grand Lodge.

SEC. 9.02 (a) Expenditure of $25,000.00 or more. No Subordinate Lodge shall purchase lands for Lodge purposes, purchase, erect, or occupy a building, or any part thereof, or be a member of a company, or delegate such authority to any person or organization, or pledge its resources or obligate the Lodge in any manner, for such purposes if the total amount to be expended is $25,000.00 or more, until the method of financing, and the plans for the project shall have been submitted to the Temple Committee of the Grand Lodge and its approval thereto obtained. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1981, 88; 1991, 1999, 2007

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(b) All requests involving the expenditure of $10,000.00 or more for the purchase, repair, remodeling, or the erection of a building must be brought before the membership of the Lodge at a regular stated meeting. It shall be entered upon the minutes and lie over for 30 days, when it shall require the sanction of a majority of the members present. Upon approval of the membership of the Lodge for all such expenditures of $25,000.00 or more, the method of financing, the plans for the project, all supporting data, and copies of both stated meeting minutes shall be sent to the Temple Committee of the Grand Lodge for approval. No legal purchase commitments shall be made by the Lodge or Lodge funds expended concerning the project until the approval of the Grand Lodge Temple Committee is given for the expenditure. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1981, 88; 1991, 2007. (c) All requests presented to the Temple Committee of the Grand Lodge as above provided for shall bear the signature of the Worshipful Master, the Senior and Junior Wardens, and the Secretary of the Lodge with the seal of the Lodge affixed. SEC. 9.03 Committee Action Any action of the Committee shall, before becoming operative, be submitted to the Grand Master, who shall consider the same and may approve or disapprove such action: or he may suggest to the Committee modifications thereof. SEC. 9.04 Committee Expense. The members of the Committee shall serve without compensation, but actual expenses incurred by them in examining and approving or rejecting such financial plan shall be borne by the Grand Lodge. SEC. 9.05 For those Lodges with a Temple Corporation, Temple Association, or similar temple operating group, it shall be required for at least one of the Lodge's elected or appointed representatives on said Corporation, Association, or group to present to the Lodge, at least annually, a report of the financial structure, including income and expense for the year. The report will be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge in its annual report to the membership. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 77. Sec. 9.06 No Temple Company, Temple Association, or other Temple operating group of which any Lodge is the owner, or of which any Lodge is a member or stock- holder, or of which membership, stockholding or ownership is predicated on membership in a Lodge, or which is proposed to be formed by a Lodge or any members thereof (solely or in concert with others) shall adopt, amend, revoke, or otherwise alter its Articles of Incorporation or Association, Constitution, Code of Regulations, By-Laws, or other body of governing rules without first obtaining the written approval and consent of the Temple Committee of The Grand Lodge and the Grand Master. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 77; 1977, 81; 1991.

CHAPTER 10 RECOGNITION OF ANOTHER GRAND LODGE

SEC. 10.01 Requirements. Fraternal recognition may be extended to a Grand Lodge when it appears to the satisfaction of this Grand Lodge, a committee having first considered and reported thereon:

REISSUED OCT.. 1978, 1981, 1991, 1999

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CHAPTER 10 RECOGNITION OF ANOTHER GRAND LODGE

SEC. 10.01 Requirements. Fraternal recognition may be extended to a Grand Lodge when it appears to the satisfaction of this Grand Lodge, a committee having first considered and reported thereon:

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(a) That such Grand Body has been formed lawfully by at least three just and duly constituted Lodges. or that it has been legalized by a valid act issuing from the Grand Lodge of Ohio or from a Grand Body in fraternal relations with this Grand Lodge. (b) That it is an independent, self-governing, responsible organization, with entire, undisputed, and exclusive dogmatic and administrative authority over the Symbolic Lodges within its jurisdiction and not in any sense whatever subject to, or dividing such authority with any other Body claiming ritualistic or other supervision or control. (c) That it makes Masons of men only. (d) That it requires conformity to the following, which the Grand Lodge of Ohio considers necessary in a Masonic Body; 1. Acknowledgement of a belief in God, the Father of all men, 2. Secrecy, 3. The symbolism of operative Masonry. 4. The division of Symbolic Masonry into three degrees of Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and Master Mason, 5. The legend of the Third Degree, 6. That its dominant purposes are charitable, benevolent, educational, and for the worship of God; and that it excludes controversial politics and sectarian religion from all activities under its auspices, 7. The Sacred Book of the Divine Law, chief among the Three Lights of Masonry, indispensably present in the Lodges while at work. (e) That it occupies exclusively its territorial Jurisdiction or else shares the same with another by mutual consent; and that it does not presume to extend its authority into, or presume to establish Lodges in a territory occupied by a lawful Grand Lodge, without the expressed assent of such supreme governing Masonic Body. Hist. ref.:

CHAPTER 11 GRAND LODGE ADMINISTRATION Sec. 11.01 Lodge Incorporation Forbidden. No Lodge subordinate to this Grand Lodge shall become a body corporate. Hist. ref.: Sec 11.02 Grand Lodge Seal. The Seal of the Grand Lodge is declared to consist of the following device: A circle two and one-eight inches in diameter, within which is a circle one and one-half inches in diameter, and within the concentric ring thus formed are the words. "GRAND LODGE OHIO" and "VIRTUTE SILENTIO AMORE," a five- pointed star separating the words "GRAND" and "VIRTUTE," and also a five- pointed star the words 'OHIO" and "AMORE"; and within the inner-circle a representation of the following: a pavement leading to three steps, upon the step or platform stands the open Bible supporting the Square and Compasses; at each end of the

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Sec. 11.03 Emergency Relief Account. (a) An Emergency Relief Account of The Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Ohio, of Ten Thousand Dollars, is hereby established.

(b) The Grand Master is hereby authorized to have orders drawn against this fund for the relief of emergent cases of general distress in any locality, or dependents; and for any other case which, in his judgment, warrants assistance from this Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref: 2000 Sec. 11.04 Subversive Organizations. Any Mason who is a member of, or espouses the cause of any organization advocating the overthrow of the government of the United States by force or other illegal means shall, upon Masonic trial and conviction thereof, be expelled. Such membership, allegiance, or espousal, shall be disqualification for initiation in or affiliation with a Lodge of Master Masons.

(list. ref.: 2007

Sec. 11.05 Notice of UnMasonic Conduct. The Master of each Lodge shall cause the Secretary to give immediate notice to the Grand Secretary of every suspension or expulsion for unMasonic conduct that is ordered in his Lodge. It is hereby declared that suspension, whether for nonpayment of dues or otherwise, works an absolute forfeiture, for the time being, of all Masonic privileges.

Sec. 11.06 Levies and Assesments. All motions and amendments which in any form place upon the Subordinate Lodge a levy or assessment shall be decided by a written or secret ballot only.

1-list, ref : Proceedings 1955, 108. Sec. 11.07 Property Surrendered with Charter. When the Charter of a Lodge is arrested or surrendered, the Charter, records, and all other personal property of such Lodge strictly Masonic in character, excepting money and securities other than unpaid Grand Lodge Dues, shall be vested in The Grand Lodge, and be at its disposal.

41 steps, a Column, above the one the Sun, and above the other the Moon surrounded by seven Stars; outside of the first Column, the Common Gavel, and outside the second, the Trowel; and above these representations, an All Seeing EYE.

Sec. 11.03 Emergency Relief Account. (a) An Emergency Relief Account of The Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Ohio, of Ten Thousand Dollars, is hereby established.

(list. ref.: 2007

Sec. 11.06 Levies and Assesments. All motions and amendments which in any form place upon the Subordinate Lodge a levy or assessment shall be decided by a written or secret ballot only.

Sec. 11.08 Appeals. When an appeal from the decision of any Subordinate Lodge or any matter of discipline shall be perfected and entered in The Grand Lodge, it shall be referred to some appropriate Standing Committee, or be decided without such reference if deemed more expedient. In either case, the Subordinate Lodge, or the appellant Brother, shall have the benefit of any additional testimony provided the same has been taken agreeably to the notice prescribed by the Code of The Grand Lodge.

Sec. 11.09 Amendments to Code. (a) Recommendations of the Grand Master in his report, or of any Committee in its report involving additions to, alterations of, or changes in or interpretations of the Code, although accepted by The Grand Lodge, shall not be of effect or force as law merely by reasons of such acceptance; but to render them legal enactments, they must be presented to and adopted by The Grand Lodge as provided by the Code.

Reissued Oct. 1995

(b) The Grand Master in his report, or a Committee in its report, may present a draft of a proposed change in the law, but the action of The Grand Lodge in its enactment, must be independent of its acceptance of the report and be in the manner prescribed in the Code.

Sec. 11.10 Amendments to By-Laws. No By-Law shall be altered, amended or repealed until the proposed addition, alteration, amendment or nullification be:

(a) Sponsored by not less than five members of The Grand Lodge. (b) Reduced to writing and filed with the Grand Secretary. (c) Entered upon the minutes of The Grand Lodge. (d) Laid over until next succeeding Annual Communication, when, if approved by two-thirds of the members present and voting, it shall be adopted; provided, however, that any proposition may be acted upon immediately if no more than 25 members of The Grand Lodge object.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1977, Proceedings 1985, 80.

Sec. 11.11 Rules of Order for The Grand Lodge. (a) The Grand Master shall take the Chair every day precisely at the hour to which The Grand Lodge shall have adjourned on the preceding day.

Reissued Oct. 1995

Sec. 11.10 Amendments to By-Laws. No By-Law shall be altered, amended or repealed until the proposed addition, alteration, amendment or nullification be:

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1977, Proceedings 1985, 80.

Sec. 11.11 Rules of Order for The Grand Lodge. (a) The Grand Master shall take the Chair every day precisely at the hour to which The Grand Lodge shall have adjourned on the preceding day. 43

(b) During the hours of business, the members are required to keep their scats, observe strict order and decorum. No member shall absent himself from the service of The Grand Lodge, unless he has permission, or be sick and unable to attend. (c) When the Grand Master, or presiding officer rises, all debate shall cease, and there shall be strict silence.

(d) Every member shall stand when he speaks, and shall address himself with respect and decorum to the presiding officer. He shall not be permitted to say anything which will have a tendency wantonly to inflame, or irritate, as the sole objects of debate are to enlighten and expand the mind on the subject under discussion, to elicit truth, and to conscientiously endeavor to have everything done decently and in order. (c) The Grand Master, or the presiding officer, shall be judge of order and debate. When his decision is fairly questionable, an appeal may be made to The Grand Lodge; but such appeal must be neither captious, contemptuous, or contumacious. Truth, justice, and candor must prevail in such appeal. (0 No member shall be permitted to speak more than twice upon any subject, without permission from The Grand Lodge, unless merely to explain. If any member is called to order twice at any one meeting for transgressing these rules, and is guilty of a third offense of the same nature, the presiding officer shall peremptorily order him to leave The Grand Lodge; and he may further be amenable to reprimand, suspension or expulsion, as The Grand Lodge shall deem proper. Reissued October 1977; October 1986; October 195. (g) When a question is put, it shall be the duty of every member present to vote, unless for good cause the Grand Lodge may excuse him; but no member shall vote upon any question in which he is personally interested.

(h) No motion shall be entertained until it is seconded, and there shall be no debate thereon until it is stated by the Chair. (i) Every motion shall be reduced to writing, with the name of the mover indorsed thereon, if the presiding officer or Grand Secretary desire it. (j) When a question is under debate, no motion shall be received but to adjourn, to lay on the table, to commit, to amend, or to postpone indefinitely; which several motions shall have

(k) Any member may call for the division of a question, which shall be divided, if it comprehends questions so distinct that, one being taken away, the rest may stand entire for the decision of the Grand Lodge, a motion to strike out and insert shall be deemed indivisible.

(1) When a motion has been once made and carried in the affirmative or negative, it shall be in order for any member of the majority to move for the reconsideration thereof.

(m) All questions shall be propounded in the order in which they were moved.

(n) No report shall be received from any of the Committees of the Grand Lodge, unless the same be reduced to writing and signed by at least a majority of the members thereof.

(o) No Committee shall sit during the sitting of the Grand Lodge without special leave.

(p) These Rules of Order may be altered, added to, abrogated, or suspended at any meeting of the Grand Lodge, two- thirds of the members present concurring therein.

(q) "No resolution shall be altered, amended, or repealed, or any new one adopted until the proposed addition, alteration, amendment or nullification be reduced to writing and seconded by five members of the Grand Lodge. It shall be entered upon the minutes, referred to proper Committee and/or Committees, and lie over until the next succeeding Annual Communication, when if approved by two thirds of the members voting, the same shall be adopted; provided that if the Resolution does not alter, change or nullify any section of the Constitution, By-Laws or Code, such Resolution may be acted upon immediately if no more than twenty five members of the Grand Lodge object."

Hist, ref.: Proceedings 1974, 95, 96; 1985, 81.

Reissued Oct. 1975, Oct. 1986.

precedence in the order in which they are here arranged; and the motion to adjourn shall always be in order, and be decided without debate.

(1) When a motion has been once made and carried in the affirmative or negative, it shall be in order for any member of the majority to move for the reconsideration thereof.

(m) All questions shall be propounded in the order in which they were moved.

(n) No report shall be received from any of the Committees of the Grand Lodge, unless the same be reduced to writing and signed by at least a majority of the members thereof.

(o) No Committee shall sit during the sitting of the Grand Lodge without special leave.

(p) These Rules of Order may be altered, added to, abrogated, or suspended at any meeting of the Grand Lodge, two- thirds of the members present concurring therein.

Hist, ref.: Proceedings 1974, 95, 96; 1985, 81.

Reissued Oct. 1975, Oct. 1986. Table of Contents RESOLUTIONS OF THE GRAND LODGE

1. Ohio Masonic Home — Joint Resolution

2. Ohio Masonic Home — Memorial Lodge

3. Cuyahoga County — Memorial Lodge Lucas County — Memorial Lodge Franklin County — Memorial Lodge

4. District Deputy Grand Masters

5. Ritual

6. Blood Donor Card

7. George Washington Masonic Memorial

8. District Education Officers

9. Ohio Lodge of Research

10. Grand Lodge Retirement Plan

11. Fifty Year Membership Award

12. Interim Card

13. Associate Grand Chaplain

14. Grand Lodge Installation of Officers

15. Installation of DDGM, DEO

16. Honorary Past Grand Master

17. Pioneer Lodge

Reissued Oct., 1978, 1979, 2011, 2013 Resolutions of the Grand Lodge

Resolution No. 1 OHIO MASONIC HOME (a) Resolved, by the Masonic Grand Bodies of the State of Ohio, viz.: The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, the Grand Council of Royal and Select Masons, the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar, That a Home for the shelter and care of aged, infirm, and distressed Master Masons, their wives, widows, children, and orphans, be constructed and managed under the auspices and control of said Grand Bodies. That the existing Joint Committee of the above Bodies be authorized to procure articles of incorporation of said Home, prepare a Constitution for its government, and report the same to the presiding officers of the said Grand Bodies for approval. That upon the approval of said Constitution by said Grand Officers, or a majority of them, and the incorporation of the said Home, the presiding officers of said Grand Bodies shall appoint a Board of Trustees, in accordance with the provisions of said Constitution, to take charge and to manage the affairs of said Home. That said Board of Trustees are hereby authorized to solicit subscrip- tions from individuals, whether Masons or not, and from the various Masonic bodies of this State, for the purpose of securing a fund for said Home; but shall require said fund to be immediately invested in some interest-paying security, and shall require the custodian thereof to give bond in a sum not less than double the amount in his possession and control. That if these resolutions are agreed to by the various Grand Bodies, then each one will set aside from the receipts annually the sum of twenty-five cents per capita, as a contribution to the support of said Home. That the Trustees may have accurate information in regard to the prob- able number of the residents of the Home, the Secretary of each Lodge subordinate to the Grand Lodge of Ohio be requested to forward to the secretary of said Board of Trustees, forthwith, the names, ages, and other particulars of those within its Jurisdiction, who would probably apply for admission thereto. Resolved, fitrther, That the Council of Deliberation, A.A.S.R. in Ohio be invited to adopt the above resolutions, and unite with the other Grand Bodies above named in carrying them into effect.

Resolved, That in accordance with the relevant provisions of The Ohio Masonic Home Constitution as well as the action of the Grand Lodge of Ohio in

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the 1906 (Proceedings, 1906, pp. 19 and 52-58, inclusive) the following shall be the procedure for the naming of Trustees of the Ohio Masonic Home to which the Grand Lodge of Ohio is entitled: 1. Upon the expiration of the term of office of any Trustee of the Masonic Home chosen by this Grand Lodge, the Grand Master shall appoint a successor who shall then be confirmed by the Grand Lodge, such appointee shall continue to serve out the full term and until his successor shall be chosen. 2. Upon the occurrence of a vacancy from any cause which removes any of the Trustees to which this Grand Lodge is entitled, the Grand Master shall appoint a Trustee to fill such vacancy until the next Annual Communication of this Grand Lodge, and, if such appointment shall then be confirmed by the Grand Lodge, such appointee shall, by said act of confirmation, have been selected as Trustee to fill the unexpired term. Be It Further Resolved, That this resolution be printed in the Code immediately following the Joint Resolution on Masonic Home.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1889, 103; 1906, 19, 52-58; 1967, 92.

Resolution No. 2—OHIO MASONIC HOME MEMORIAL LODGE Authorized October 21, 1943

Resolved, That an Ohio Masonic Home Memorial Lodge is hereby authorized to open in a Lodge room dedicated to Masonry in the Home, to act for, in behalf of, and in lieu of the Lodge in which the deceased Brother was a member, in performing the burial rites of a Brother deceased while a resident of the Ohio Masonic Home, and for no other purpose, and at no other place than that designated in the Home. The officers authorized to open such Lodge are a Master, Senior and Junior Wardens, who are Past Masters of Ohio Lodges, and such Brethren as may be necessary to conduct our Masonic burial service, but not fewer than the constitutional number required for opening and closing a Lodge of Master Masons which is hereby duly authorized. Following his installation each year, the Grand Master shall appoint the Master and Senior and Junior Wardens who are authorized to open said Lodge. The Grand Master will fill any vacancy that may occur. It shall be the duty of the said Master to report his action in performing the burial service within ten days thereafter to the Grand Master, and the Lodge of which the deceased Brother was a member for a record upon its minutes.

This resolution, when duly engrossed and signed by the Grand Lodge Officers indicated, shall be displayed at the Ohio Masonic Home as the author- RESOLUTIONS 51 ity of the Grand Lodge for opening a Lodge and performing the burial rites on behalf of the Lodge of which the deceased Brother was a member.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1943, 96.

Resolution No. 3—CUYAHOGA COUNTY MEMORIAL LODGE Authorized October 15, 1953 Be It Resolved, .That Cuyahoga Memorial Lodge is hereby authorized to declare a Lodge open in the manner designated in Chapter 22, Sec. 22.04(a) of the Code, in the City of Cleveland, to act only in the performance of the funeral rites of a Brother in good standing who died while living or sojourning in Cuyahoga County or a county adjoining Cuyahoga County, but who at the time of his death was not a member of a Lodge situated in any of said counties. The officer or officers authorized to declare such Memorial Lodge open are its Master, Senior and Junior Wardens, individually or collectively, as may be possible, together with such other Master Masons as may be necessary to conduct the funeral service. Following his installation each year, the Grand Master shall appoint the Master and Senior and Junior Wardens who are authorized to open said Lodge and such other officers as he deems advisable. The Grand Master will fill any vacancy that may occur. It shall be the duty of the Secretary within ten days after the rendering of such funeral service to report such action to the Lodge of which the deceased was a member, for a record upon its minutes. He shall also send a copy of such report to the Secretary of the Masters, Wardens and Deacons Association of Cuyahoga County who will summarize the services of Memorial Lodge at the close of the year, and make report to all the Lodges of the County. This resolution, when duly engrossed and signed by the Grand Lodge Officers indicated, shall be displayed at the Masonic Temple located at 3615 Euclid Avenue in the City of Cleveland as the authority of the Grand Lodge for opening a Lodge and performing the funeral rites on behalf of the Lodge of which the deceased was a member. Said Lodge shall be designated as "Cuyahoga County Memorial Lodge." In the performance of funeral rites for a deceased Brother, said Lodge shall be governed by the provisions of the Ohio Masonic Code relating to Masonic funerals. The service so rendered shall be wholly spirit of brotherly love and charity, and no financial compensation shall be asked or accepted for such service. Pursuant to similar resolutions adopted by the Grand Lodge, additional Memorial Lodges have been authorized as follows: Lucas County Memorial Lodge, October 19, 1963. Franklin County Memorial Lodge, October 17, 1964. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1964, 87; 1963, 79; 1964, 87, 88. 52 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Resolution No. 4—DISTRICT DEPUTY GRAND MASTERS Resolved, That the State of Ohio is hereby divided into districts. The Grand Master shall appoint a District Deputy Grand Master in each of said districts, and may appoint such other District Deputy Grand Masters as, in his judgment, may be necessary, all of whom, after their appointment, shall be ex-officio members of the Grand Lodge and entitled to all of its privileges by virtue of such appointment, during the pleasure of the Grand Master; and the Grand Secretary shall apper .2. to the printed proceedings of the Grand Lodge the names and locations of the District Deputy Grand Masters, with the boundaries of each district. The Grand Master is hereby invested with the power to assign a Lodge or Lodges, for economy and efficiency, from one district, temporarily, to another district for inspection purposes. It shall be the duty of the District Deputy Grand Master to visit and inspect each and every Lodge assigned to him at least once during the Masonic year, in person, and to make report of such visitation to the Grand Master at least within ten days after such visit. He shall submit after each visitation a statement of his actual necessary expenses, and the same shall be paid out of the funds of the Grand Lodge upon the approval of the Grand Master, and at such times as he may direct His term of office shall begin officially on the date of his appointment by the Grand Master. Unless otherwise directed by the Grand Master, a District Deputy Grand Master serving his first term as such, shall be installed by the Grand Master or his proxy at the earliest convenient time after the close of Grand Lodge in accordance with the ceremony for Installation of District Deputy Grand Master officially adopted by the Grand Lodge. Resolved, further, That the Jewel of a District Deputy Grand Master shall contain a square, compasses, trowel, letter G, and quadrant, all within a wreath of oak and olive leaves, suspended from a bar, on which shall be inscribed the words, "District Deputy Grand Master," and the number of the district, the whole to be worn suspended from the neck by a purple collar. This Jewel shall be the property of the M. .W_ .Grand Lodge, and to be transmitted by each District Deputy Grand Master to his successor in office. A District Deputy Grand Master shall not be eligible to serve in such capacity for more than three years in succession. A Past District Deputy Grand Master shall retain the title of Right Worshipful. Each Past District Deputy Grand Master, including all who have heretofore retired, shall retain and be entitled to wear the District Deputy Reissued 1981; 2007 RESOLUTIONS 53

Grand Master's Apron worn by him during his term of service as District Deputy Grand Master and shall also be presented with a Past District Deputy Grand Master's Jewel. A Past District Deputy Grand Master shall be a member of the Grand Lodge, but shall not be entitled to per diem or mileage allowances unless serving as a member of a Grand Lodge Committee or acting for the Grand Master in special service for the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 101; 1960, 132; 1962, 76.

Resolution No. 5—RITUAL The Grand Lodge from time to time has taken action relative to the authorized Ritual as follows: Resolved, That a Committee of Five be appointed by the Grand Master, whose duty it shall be, during the recess of the Grand Lodge, to cause to be written a true copy of its said Ritual, and report the same to the Grand Master, who shall, when the same is approved by him, preserve the same in his office for the inspection and instruction of Masons of this jurisdiction; and that the same shall be preserved and transmitted by him to his successor in office for like use, and that it shall be the duty of each Grand Master hereafter to deliver such written Ritual to his successor, to the end that the same be perpetuated for the instruction of Masons within the State, and that no Ritual, differing therefrom, shall hereafter be taught or communicated by the District Deputy Grand Masters appointed by the Grand Lodge, and that all Masters of Lodges within the State be required to cause the work, ritual, and lectures used in and by their respective Lodges to conform thereto. The (pen) written ritual and the typewritten ritual shall be kept suitably pro- tected against theft and damage, in the Grand Lodge Building at Worthington, Ohio, in the custody of the Grand Secretary, and shall be removed from that building only by or under the direction of the Chairman of the Ritual Committee or the Grand Master. They shall be available, under direction and authority of the Grand Secretary or the Chairman of the Ritual Committee, for purposes of instruction of Masons of this jurisdiction. The Chairman of the Ritual Committee shall examine the (pen) written ritual and the typewritten ritual annually or cause the same to be done by a qualified brother, and report on their condition at each Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge. It shall be the responsibility of the Chairman of the Ritual Committee that any changes in the Ritual which may be adopted by the Grand Lodge shall be noted in the (pen) written ritual, the typewritten ritual and the photocopy of the ritual. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1976; 1981. 54 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

The typewritten copy of the Ritual authorized at the 1956 Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge and the photocopy of the Ritual authorized at the 1981 Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, shall be entrusted to the care of the Chairman of the Ritual Committee, to be used under his direction for instruction purposes and transmitted by him to his successor as said Chairman unless otherwise directed by The Grand Lodge. It shall be his responsibility that all changes in the Ritual which shall hereafter be approved by The Grand Lodge shall be inserted therein as quickly as possible. Resolved, that one copy of the authorized Ritual in cipher, and including the monitorial extracts in proper sequence, shall be delivered: To the duly installed Worshipful Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Senior Deacon, Junior Deacon, Senior Steward, Junior Steward, Chaplain, and Education Officer of each subordinate Lodge of the Grand Lodge of F.&A.M. of Ohio for his use during his term of service in that position. These Rituals are the property of the Lodge and must be turned over to the successor in each office. To each District Deputy Grand Master, Grand Lodge Officer, and members of the Standing Ritual Committee, to be used and held by each during his term of service. These Rituals are the property of the Grand Lodge and must be turned over to the successor in each office. To each Past Grand Master for use during his lifetime. The penalty for the loss of any complete Ritual shall be fifty dollars ($50.00). Proper forms reporting the loss to the Grand Lodge must accompany the payment before the Grand Lodge will replace the Ritual. Resolved, that the authorized ritual shall be printed in three sections—the Entered Apprentice, the Fellow Craft, and the Master Mason—and that a sufficient supply of each section shall be provided to each subordinate Lodge. These divided Rituals are the property of the Lodge. Their purpose is to assist members in learning the Ritual work. The cost for replacing each divided Ritual will be fifteen dollars ($15.00). Proper forms reporting the loss to the Grand Lodge must accompany the payment before the Grand Lodge will replace the Ritual. Resolved, that any Master Mason who is in good standing with any subordinate Lodge of the Grand Lodge of Ohio may purchase a complete ritual for fifty dollars ($50.00). Such purchase must be made through the duly elected Secretary of each subordinate Lodge, who will, in turn, purchase the complete Ritual only from the Grand Lodge of F.&A.M. of Ohio. Resolved, that the Grand Lodge of F.&A.M. of Ohio is the only source and supplier of Rituals for use in the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of F.&A.M. of Ohio. Any Ohio Mason found with a ritual from another source is subject to charges of unMasonic conduct. Resolved, that there will be no accounting process required for any Rituals purchased by individuals. There will be no accounting process required by the District Deputy Grand Masters of any Rituals held by subordinate Lodges.Each RESOLUTIONS 55

Lodge must only account for and be responsible for the nine (9) complete Rituals assigned to Lodge Officers. The Grand Lodge must only account for complete Rituals assigned to District Deputy Grand Masters, Grand Lodge Officers, members of the standing Ritual Committee and Past Grand Masters. Resolved, that the Grand Lodge will replace at no charge any Ritual that is turned into the Grand Lodge in a worn or deteriorated condition. It can replace other rituals that have been seriously damaged for the cost of fifty dollars ($50.00) Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 102; 1958, 110; 1979, 2005 Resolved, that the Chairman of the Ritual Committee shall cause an exact copy of the typewritten ritual be issued to each District Advisor, annually taking his receipt therefor at the District Deputy Grand Masters Workshop. The Chair- man of the Ritual Committee shall annually examine and determine each copy of the typewritten ritual is well cared for and in good repair at said Workshop. The Chairman of the Ritual Committee shall cause changes made in the Ritual to be made in all copies of the Ritual in a manner he deems expedient. Rituals showing excessive wear and tear shall be replaced in their entirety and retired rituals shall be destroyed in their entirety. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 2011

Resolution No. 6 - BLOOD DONOR CARD

Whereas, the furnishing of blood to worthy Brethren and their families in need thereof has proven to be a truly charitable and Masonic act, and Whereas, it is deemed eminently worthwhile to encourage and recognize those who regularly and without compensation make contributions of their blood, now therefore, Be It Resolved, that the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio shall and does hereby approve as official the following described Card of Recog- nition for those who have donated a total of eight or more units of their blood through the program of any voluntary blood donation service operated in Ohio by and for the benefit of Freemasons and/or certain members of their families: A white card of the same size and shape as Blue Lodge membership cards, bearing on its face printed in red and black, the following wording: "Grand Lodge of Free and accepted Masons of Ohio" with its Seal, followed by "In Appreciation of the exceptional services rendered by," with space for typ- ing in name of donor, followed by "who has contributed eight units (one gallon) or more of his blood to save lives and speed recovery of less fortunate Masons and their immediate families. This is a most excellent exemplification of Masonic Brotherhood. He has given liberally to help his Brothers."

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On the reverse side in black only: "Issued and presented by the authority vested in me by The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio," with space provided for date, signature of Worshipful Master, and name and number of Lodge; and Be It Further Resolved, that authority is hereby extended to the Worshipful Masters to issue and present these Cards of Recognition to each of their members who have donated eight or more units of blood to a Lodge's blood program. Hist. ref: Proceedings 1958, 110.

Resolution No. 7—GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC NATIONAL MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION

Whereas, Heretofore the contributions of the members of the constituent Lodges of The Grand Lodge of Ohio to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association cover one dollar from each member and the per capita requested by the Memorial Association was paid in full. Therefore be it Resolved, That further contributions to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association shall consist of five dollars from each newly made Master Mason in this Jurisdiction to be collected when the first Lodge dues are paid by such candidates, and forwarded to the Grand Secretary with the Annual Return of the Lodge.

Further Resolved, That an additional contribution to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association shall consist of twenty-five (25) cents per year for each member (Master Mason) in good standing as of the thirty-first day of July each year of each subordinate lodge in this jurisdiction and forwarded to the Grand Secretary with the Annual Return of the Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1980, 1994.

Resolution No. 8—DISTRICT EDUCATION OFFICERS

Resolved, That the Grand Master shall, by certificate, appoint such District Education Officers as he shall deem necessary, all of whom after their appointment, shall be ex-officio members of The Grand Lodge, during their term of service, but shall not be entitled to per diem or mileage allowance. Their duty shall be to acti- vate and advance all programs of Masonic Education. They shall act as advisors to Lodge Education Officers in the assigned area and serve as "liaison between the Lodge and the Committee-on Education and Information. The activities of Reissued Oct. 1980, Oct. 1986, Oct. 1994, 2005 RESOLUTIONS 57 the District Education Officers shall not extend beyond matters educational nor in any way conflict with those of the District Deputy Grand Master. Each duly appointed District Education Officer shall be presented with an apron and jewel as approved by the Grand Master. The Apron shall be retained and may be worn by each District Education Officer after the expiration of his term of service. The Jewel shall consist of a lamp of knowledge enamelled in blue, suspended from a bar, on which shall be inscribed the letters "D.E.O.," the whole to be suspended from the neck by a blue cord. This Jewel shall be the property of The Grand Lodge and shall be transmitted by each District Education Officer to his successor in office. Each District Education Officer shall be reimbursed out of the funds of the Grand Lodge, upon the approval of the Grand Master, for his actual necessary expenses incident to his attendance, in the discharge of his duties, once each year to each Lodge assigned to him. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1963, 92; 1973; 1974, 69; 1975.

Resolution No. 9—OHIO LODGE OF RESEARCH Revolved, That Ohio Lodge of Reasearch be, and it hereby is authorized and directed to conduct its meetings in accordance with the following procedures: 1. It shall meet only in a dedicated Lodge Room upon invitation of a host Lodge or Lodges; 2. The Worshipful Master of Ohio Lodge of Research shall open a Lodge of Master Masons and shall preside during the conduct of its business, including presentation of papers or lectures on Masonic subjects appropriate in such a Lodge: 3. Upon completion of its business, the Worshipful Master of Ohio Lodge of Research shall close the Lodge of Master Masons. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1967, 104; 1973.

Resolution No. 10—GRAND LODGE RETIREMENT PLAN Be it resolved, that the Retirement Plan offered to certain employees and former employees of the Grand Lodge of F.&A.M. of Ohio be administered under the following requirements: Hist. ref.: Proceedings 2010.

ARTICLE I Administration All retirement plans for the employees and former employees of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ohio, shall be administered under the direction of the Ways, Means and Accounts Committee.

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ARTICLE II Eligibility The Grand Lodge Ways, Means and Accounts Committee shall determine the eligibility requirements for participation in The Grand Lodge Retirement Plan. Hist. ref: Proceedings 2010

ARTICLE III Amendments The Retirement Plan of the Grand Lodge of F. & A. M. of Ohio may be amended, altered or discontinued by the Grand Lodge Ways, Means and Account Committee at any time, provided, however, that no action by the Committee shall reduce the value of the earned retirement benefits of the Plan participants prior to said Committee action. This Resolution shall be printed in the Code of the Grand Lodge of Ohio until action to the contrary is authorized by the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1969, 105., 1997, 2008, 2010

Resolution No. 11—FIFTY YEAR MEMBERSHIP AWARD Whereas, The Grand Lodge of F.&A.M. of Ohio, does recognize by award and citation those Brethren whose membership has been continuous and unbroken for a period of fifty years, and whereas, fifty years may have elapsed since some Brethren were raised but whose membership or active affiliation has not been continuous or unbroken for such period by reason of suspension, expulsion or dimit, and whereas, no rules or regulations have been heretofore officially adopted to make definite and certain the determination of the time of accrual of fifty years creating the eligibility for a fifty year award:

NOW THEREFORE, the following shall be the rule and guide in determining the time when any member is eligible and entitled to an award for fifty or more years of membership. 1. A continuous and unbroken membership for fifty years or more. 2. If membership has been interrupted by dimit and the Brother's membership has lapsed because of his failure to use or return the dimit within the time permitted for continuous membership, but thereafter the Brother is restored to membership by affiliation or otherwise, then there must be an additional period of actual membership or affiliation equal to the period the Brother's membership had lapsed, and a total of 50 or more years of actual membership or affiliation must have been reached. 3. If membership has been interrupted by suspension or expulsion without affiliation elsewhere, there must be an additional period of actual membership or affiliation equal to the period of such suspension or expulsion and then have reached a total of fifty or more years of actual membership or affiliation. RESOLUTIONS 59 (a) Example: A Brother raised 1. March 1915, who was suspended or dimitted without affiliation elsewhere for five years, is not eligible for his fifty year award until 1 March 1970, assuming that he remained in good standing until then. (b) Sole exception: Under a resolution adopted by this Grand Lodge (1933 Proceedings, page 154) a Brother suspended in 1932 or 1933, or in both of said years, was permitted to restore himself to good standing by the payment of his past and current 1932 and 1933 dues, if paid prior to 31 July 1934.

4. Membership or affiliation in a Lodge in another recognized Grand Jurisdiction, coupled with membership in this Jurisdiction, is counted in determining the number of years of membership or affiliation as governed by this resolution.

5. At the option of the member's Symbolic Lodge, the actual presentation of the Fifty Year Membership Award may be made anytime after the annual meeting preceding the date of his eligibility as determined in paragraphs 1, 2, 3, or 4.

This Resolution shall be printed in the Code of the Grand Lodge of Ohio until amended. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1970, 68; 1971, 74.

Resolution No. 12—INTERIM CARD Be It Resolved, By the Grand Lodge of Ohio that Subordinate Lodges be authorized to issue to newly raised Master Masons who have not demonstrated their proficiency in the examination pertaining to the third degree, a temporary card certifying to their progress. Such card may be in the following form or in a form substantially similar thereto: Lodge No. _ Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio , Ohio

This is to certify that Bro. , whose signature was written in the margin hereof in my presence, was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in this Lodge on , 20 _, but as yet has not been examined in this degree. He is entitled to all rights, courtesies, and privileges of our order until 20___.

Tf Secretary and shall be surrendered upon receipt by such newly raised Master Masons of their dues receipts. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1962, 75. 60 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Resolution No. 13—ASSOCIATE GRAND CHAPLAIN

Whereas, the talents of those serving as Grand Chaplain are lost at the completion of their term of office, and Whereas, Masonry should do everything possible to cement a closer relationship with the churches, and Whereas, having an Associate Grand Chaplain located in various sections of the State would make it possible to further utilize the talents of a trained minister, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that all those who have served as Grand Chaplain of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, shall be known as Associate Grand Chaplain following their term of office as Grand Chaplain. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1972, 84.

Resolution No. 14—GRAND LODGE INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

Whereas, this Grand Lodge has accorded to the Subordinate Lodges the optional privilege of inviting guests, not members of the fraternity, to the annual installation of Lodge Officers, and Whereas, when properly conducted, these ceremonies have proven desirable for the Subordinate Lodge, and Whereas, The Grand Lodge and Grand Lodge Officers are not permitted by our rules the same privilege as accorded Subordinate Lodges and Officers, Therefore, Be It Resolved, (1) that guests, not members of the craft, may be invited to the installation of Grand Lodge Officers at a time and place agreeable to the Grand Master and with his dispensation, and (2) that the Installation Ceremony of the Grand Lodge Officers be amended in a manner appropriate to Masonic custom and usage. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1976. Resolution No. 15—INSTALLATION OF DDGM, DEO Therefore, Be It Resolved, (1) that guests, not members of the craft, may be invited to the installations of District Deputy Grand Masters and District Education Officers, at times and places agreeable to the Grand Master or his official designated representative, and (2) that the installation ceremony of the District Deputy Grand Masters and of the District Education officers be amended in a manner appropriate to Masonic custom and usage. Hist. Ref.: Proceedings 1979

Resolution No. 16—HONORARY PAST GRAND MASTER Be It Resolved—That The Grand Lodge of Ohio may not confer the title of Honorary Past Grand Master, as a distinction, on any person. Hist. Ref.: Proceedings 1979

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Resolution No. 17 — PIONEER LODGE

Be It Resolved, that Pioneer Lodge will operate as a Civil War reenactment lodge. Its membership shall be restricted to Master Masons, maintaining membership in good standing in an Ohio Lodge or in a Lodge under a Grand Lodge recognized by the Grand Lodge of Ohio.

The purpose of Pioneer Lodge shall be to hold tyled meetings during Civil War Reenactments within the state of Ohio in recognition of the role played by Freemasonry and the many civil and military lodges during the Civil War.

Pioneer Lodge is hereby authorized and directed to conduct its meetings in accordance with the following procedures:

1. It will meet in dedicated lodge rooms unless authorized by special dispensation of the Grand Master.

2. The Worshipful Master of Pioneer Lodge shall open a Lodge of Entered Ap- prentices, Fellow Crafts or Master Masons as is appropriate in accordance to the ritual of the Grand Lodge. At the conclusion of the meeting, the lodge will be likewise closed.

3. Eight members of the lodge will constitute a quorum. The Worshipful Master, Senior and Junior Wardens will be appointed by the Grand Master, and Pioneer Lodge will operate in accordance with a set of bylaws approved by the Grand Master.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 2013. Table of Contents CODE FOR GOVERNMENT OF LODGES

CHAPTER 15—Requirements for a Lodge .01 Minimum Membership .02 Dispensation or Charter (a,b) .03 Lodge By-Laws (a,b,c) .04 Lodge Standing Resolutions (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 16—Lodges under Dispensation .01 Petitioners for a New Lodge (a,b,c) .02 Officers as Petitioners (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 17—Consolidation of Lodges .01 How to Consolidate (a,b,c,d,e,f,g) .02 Completing Consolidation (a,b,c,d,e,f,g)

CHAPTER 18—Lodge Officers - Election and Installation .01 Election of Officers• (a,b,c,d) .02 Eligibility of Master (a,b,c,d,e,f) .03 Failure to Elect Officers (a,b,c) .04 Failure of Officers to Serve (a,b,c,d) .05 Resignation of Officers (a,b,c) .06 Installation of Officers (a,b,c) .07 Report of Election

CHAPTER 19—Lodge Officers - Rights and Duties .01 Who may Open Lodge; Who may Preside (a,b,c) .02 Rights of Master and Wardens (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 20—Lodge Halls and Dedication .01 Dedication; Place of Holding Meetings (a,b,c) .02 Invalidating Dedications .03 Use of Lodge Rooms (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 21—Meetings of a Lodge .01 Stated Meetings (a,b,c,d) .02 Lodge Procedure (a,b) .03 Lodge Meetings (a,b,c,d) .04 Notice of and Conduct at Meetings (a,b,c,d,e,f,g)

73 CHAPTER 22—Funerals .01 Masonic Burial . .02 Eligibility for Masonic Burial (a,b,c) .03 Burial Expense .04 Procedure (a,b,c) .05 Funeral Service (a,b)

CHAPTER 23—Territorial Jurisdiction and Masonic Residence .01 Lodge Jurisdiction (a,b,c) .02 Required Time to Establish Residence (a,b,c,d) .03 Determining Residence

CHAPTER 24—Petitions and Fees .01 Petitions (a,b,c) .02 Withdrawals (a,b,c) .03 Rejections (a,b,c) .04 Fees (a,b,c,d)

CHAFFER 25—Qualifications of Candidates .01 Requirements (a,b,c,d,e)

CHAPTER 26—Balloting and Objections .01 Balloting for Degrees (a,b,c,d) .02 Balloting for Membership .03 Balloting for Restoration .04 Balloting Rules (a,b,c,d) .05 Method of Objection (a,b,c,d) .06 Effect of Objection (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 27—Conferring of Degrees .01 Degrees Authorized (a,b,c) .02 Advancement and Examining of Candidates (a,b,c,d) .03 Degrees to be Conferred in Entirety . (a,b,c,d) .04 Courtesy Work (a,b,c,d) .05 Annual Return (a,b)

CHAFFER 28—Ritual and Instruction .01 Ritual (a,b,c) .02 Instruction .03 Masonic Information (a,b)

74 CHAPTER 29—Membership .01 Certificate (a,b,c) .02 Dues Exemption (a,b) .03 Honorary (a,b,c,d) .04 Dual (a,b) .05 Alleged Membership Unlawfully Obtained

CHAPTER 30—Annual Dues .01 Dues Requirements (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h) .02 Restoration (a,b,c,d) .03 Remitting Dues (a,b,c) .04 Uniform Dues Receipts (a,b,c) .05 Dues after Trial (a,b,c)

CHAPTER 31—Visitations

.01 Objections to Visitors (a,b,c,d,e) .02 Vouching (a,b,c,d)

CHAPTER 32—Assistance and Solicitation .01 Assistance (a,b) .02 Solicitation (a,b,c) .03 Reimbursement (a,b)

CHAPTER 33—Dimits and Membership Transfer .01 How to Dimit (a,b,c) .02 How to Transfer (a,b,c,d,e,f,g) .03 Rejection of Application to Affiliate (a,b) .04 How Long Dimits Valid (a,b,c) .05 Rights Lost by Non-Affiliate .06 Dimits from Other Grand Juris- dictions (a,b) .07 Certificates of Good Standing

CHAPTER 34—Masonic Offenses .01 Unmasonic Conduct (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h) .02 Lodge Prohibitions . (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h) .03 Lodge Appearances in Public (a,b) .04 Sunday Observance (a,b) .05 To Whom Applicable (a,b)

CHAPTER 35—Amendment to Code .01 How to Amend also Methods of Balloting and Voting

75 CHAPTER 36—Rufus Putnam Distinguished Service Award .01 Creation of Award .02 Qualifications of Recipients .03 Design of the Award .04 Number to be Granted .05 Committee on Awards .06 Presentation of Award .07 Citation .08 Requirements

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CHAPTER 15

Requirements for a Lodge

SEC. 1501 Minimum Membership. A Lodge shall consist of not less than eight Master Masons in active membership, empowered to assemble and work by virtue of constitutional authority of this Grand Lodge. Eight members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Hist ref.:

SEC. 15.02 Dispensation or Charter. (a) The Charter or Dispensation of a Lodge shall at all times be kept in a safe repository and be available for inspection. A photographic copy of the Charter may be displayed in the Lodge room.

(b) The Grand Master is empowered to suspend the Charter of any Lodge whose membership engages in conspiracy or rebellion against the Grand Lodge.

Hist. ref.:

SEC.15.03 Lodge By-Laws. (a) Each Lodge shall adopt and maintain the Uniform Code of By-Laws as prescribed by this Grand Lodge and not to exceed the number or content set forth therein.

(b) Any proposed By-Law of a Lodge requiring the approval of the Grand Lodge or Grand Master shall be submitted through the Grand Secretary and if he determines that the proposed alteration or change conforms to the Uniform Code of By-Laws, he shall then certify and transmit such to the Grand Lodge or Grand Master for approval. A Lodge shall not suspend or alter By-Laws after approval.

(c) By-Laws of a Lodge which relate to or fix the time of stated meetings or the amount of annual dues are not required to be submitted as in Sec. 15.03 (b).

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1981.

SEC. 15.04 Lodge Standing Resolutions. (a) A Lodge by Standing Resolutions shall adopt, amend or rescind regulations relating to salaries, bonds of officers, investment of funds, duties of trustees, or other matter having to do with purely local conditions, provided such regulations are not in conflict with the laws, regulations, or rules of the Grand Lodge, or the Uniform Code of By- Laws.

(b) Any such standing resolutions must be presented in writing at a stated meeting, entered upon the minutes, laid over to a subsequent stated meeting, and require for adoption the affirmative votes of three-fourths of the members present. 79 REISSUED 1981 80 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

(c) Upon adoption by the Lodge such standing resolutions shall be submitted through the Grand Secretary for the approval of the Grand Master or of the Grand Lodge and shall, upon notification to the Lodge of having received such approval, become effective. Hist ref.: Proceedings 1958, 108; 1981.

CHAPTER 16 LODGES UNDER DISPENSATION

SEC. 16.01 Petitioners for a New Lodge. (a) Joining in an application for a new Lodge does not sever the membership of a petitioner thereof who is a member of a consenting or recommending Lodge; nor of one who presents a certificate of good standing in a non-consenting Lodge on the form specified. (b) His membership shall cease in the elder, unless he chooses to be a plural member, and commence when the latter is constituted, and to that time he shall pay dues to the elder Lodge. (c) A dimit will be requested for those for whom a certificate of good standing is held, unless they choose to be plural members, immediately upon the constitution of the new Lodge. Hist ref.: Proceedings 2005

CHAPTER 17 CONSOLIDATION OF LODGES SEC. 17.01 How to Consolidate. (a) Whenever the majority of members present at a stated meeting of any Lodge shall sign a written declaration that they deem it for the best interest of Masonry to consolidate such Lodge with another specified Lodge, the Master shall thereupon cause the same to be read in open Lodge and entered on its records. The Lodge must notify all of its members, in writing, immediately of the proposal and the date of final vote.

(b) The declaration shall be read at not less than three successive stated meetings after presentation.

(c) At the time of the third reading action shall be had on the proposition to consolidate, unless the matter be laid over by vote of the Lodge to a particular stated meeting thereafter.

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(d) The vote on the above shall be by written ballot. The affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of those present and voting shall be required to adopt the proposal.

(e) If the proposition is adopted, the secretary of the Lodge shall at once transmit to the Lodge with which consolidation is proposed: 1. The original declaration. 2. A certified copy of the proceedings in his Lodge thereon. 3. An inven- tory of the property and effects thereof. 4. A list of the members.

(f) The Master of the Lodge receiving the 4 items in (e) above shall cause the same to be read in open Lodge, at its next stated meeting and entered on its records. Action on the proposition shall then be set for the second stated meeting thereafter unless the Lodge votes to lay it over until a particular stated meeting thereafter.

(g) At the stated meeting fixed therefor, a written ballot shall be taken and the affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of those present and voting shall be required to accept the proposal.

Hist ref.:

SEC. 17.02 Completing Consolidation. (a) If the proposition to consolidate is agreed to by the Lodge petitioned, the secretary thereof shall forthwith forward to the Grand Secretary certified copies of the proceedings of each of the Lodges relative to the proposed consolidation.

(b) If the Grand Lodge, or the Grand Master when the Grand Lodge is not in session, approves of such consolidation, the lodges concerned shall, from and after such approval, be deemed and held to be one lodge, existing under the Char- ter and governed by the By-Laws of the lodge petitioned.

(c) The members of the petitioning Lodge shall thereupon become members of the Lodge petitioned and the books and records of the former Lodge shall be delivered to the latter Lodge for safekeeping and preservation thereof.

(d) All unfinished work of business pending in the former Lodge shall be taken up and completed in the latter Lodge.

(e) All the property, effects, Masonic material, and rights of the former shall pass to and become the property of the latter Lodge.

(f) The organization and by-laws of the Lodge petitioned shall not be affected by consolidation and the territory within the jurisdiction of the petitioning Lodge shall be treated as if it had surrendered its Charter.

(g) The Charter of the petitioning Lodge shall be returned to the Grand Lodge for cancellation.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1980.

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Sec. 17.03 How to Consolidate with a new Charter. (a) Lodges wishing to consolidate into a new lodge, as opposed to consolidating into an existing lodge, shall exchange letters of interest signed by the Worshipful Masters, Senior and Junior Wardens and attested to by the respective secretaries over the seals of the said lodges. (b) Once the letters are exchanged and received, each lodge will notify its membership of a proposed consolidation under this section, and the date of the final vote. A majority of all Lodge members present at the same or subsequent stated meeting shall sign a written declaration that they deem it in the best interest of Masonry to consolidate such Lodge with another one or more specified Lodge(s) to form a new Lodge. The results shall be entered upon the minutes of the Lodge.

Hist. ref.: 1999. (c) AU lodges consolidating under this section must be in good standing with Grand Lodge. (d) The respective lodges shall read the letters of intent and each will introduce a resolution to consolidate under this section, which will include the new name and the time and day of stated meetings of the new lodge, previously agreed to by the principal officers of the consolidating lodges. Said resolutions, once seconded, will be laid over and read at three consectutive stated meetings. (e) Upon the third reading a written ballot by those members in attendance will be taken, unless the matter be laid over by vote of the Lodge to a particular stated meeting thereafter. (f) A three-fourths affirmative vote of those present will be required for passage. (g) Each lodge shall notify each other of the results of the voting. If all are affirmative, each shall notify the Grand Secretary, providing copies of the letters, resolutions, proof of the three readings and results of the balloting, and jointly petition the Grand Master for a new charter containing the new name and the next consective number available. (h) An elected officer of each lodge will collect the charter, seal and rituals of his lodge and deliver same to the Grand Secretary. (i) A dispensation will be issued and a District Deputy Grand Master shall preside over a meeting of the new lodge at the next prescribed time and day of the new lodge, during which the membership status, financial reports, inventories and audits will be read, Uniform ByLaws and Standing Resolutions adopted, and officers of the new lodge elected and installed. Membership lists, all property, inventories, assets and a listing of liabilities of the lodges consolidating under this section shall be immediately surrendered to the new lodge without exception, reservation or manipulation. The new lodge will meet under the dispensation until a new Charter is presented.

Hist. ref.: 2013.

Reissued Oct. 1999, 2002 CODE 81b

SEC. 17.04 Completing the Merger (a) A proper ceremony will be conducted by the Grand Master or his proxy for formal presentation of the new charter and consecration of the new lodge on a date to be determined by the Grand Master.

(b) The requirement for a new lodge to function for one full year Under Dispensation is waived for new lodges created through the consolidation process described in Section 17.03 above.

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CHAPTER 18 LODGE OFFICERS—ELECTION AND INSTALLATION

Sec. 18.01 Election of Officers.

(a) The elective officers of a Lodge shall be: Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Treasurer, Secretary, Senior Deacon, Junior Deacon, and Tyler.

(h) In a chartered Lodge the above officers shall be elected from the members by a majority vote by written ballots, annually, at such stated meeting in November as fixed in the By-Laws of such Lodge, and together with the Trustees, elected as provided by Article XIV of the Uniform Code of By-Laws, together with a Chaplain and a Senior Steward, a Junior Steward and a Lodge Education Officer (which officers shall be appointed by the Master at the time of his installation), shall be installed into office within sixty days thereafter.

(d) Electioneering in connection with the selection of an officer or trustee of a Lodge is forbidden and constitutes unmasonic conduct.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952, 55, 89, 94.

Sec. 18.02 Eligibility of Master. (a) No Brother shall be eligible to the office of Master unless he has been elected and served as Warden in some chartered Lodge, or has been appointed by the Grand Lodge or Grand Master as Warden, and has served in such capacity in some Lodge under Dispensation.

(b) A brother elected Master of his Lodge, must have received, before his installation, the Degree of Past Master, either as part of the work in a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, or according to the Ritual authorized by the Grand Lodge.

(c) If such degree of Past Master was received in a recognized Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, it shall be evidenced by certificate from such Chapter delivered to the secretary of such Lodge, and a copy of such certificate shall be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge.

(d) If such degree of Past Master was not received in a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, the procedure shall be as follows: CODE 83

1. The secretary of the Lodge shall certify the election of the Master-elect on a form, approved and provided by the Grand Lodge, to any of the District Deputy Grand Masters in the district in which the Lodge is located.

2. The District Deputy Grand Masters of each district shall convene therein, at least once each year, in a hall dedicated to Masonry, a convocation of Past Masters. Such convocation shall consist only of those actual Past Masters who have been elected to and presided over a Lodge of Master Masons. When convened it shall be composed of not less than three actual Past Masters, and its sole purpose shall be to confer the Past Master's Degree according to the authorized ritual of this Grand Lodge.

3. After conferring the degree, one of the District Deputy Grand Masters shall certify on the above mentioned form that the said Master-elect has fully met this one requirement for his installation, and deliver it to the Master-elect for filing with his Lodge. A copy of the certification thus filed shall be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge.

(e) Each Master-elect in the district who received his Past Master's Degree in a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons shall be present, either before or after his installation, at the above required Actual Past Master's Convocation and, must conform to all the requirements of the Grand Lodge Ritual.

(f ) A certificate provided by the Grand Lodge shall be presented to each Master-elect who has met with the requirements of the Code. Hist. ref.:

SEC. 18.03 Failure to Elect Officers. (a) Should a Lodge fail to elect its officers at the time fixed by its By-Laws, the officers last installed shall continue until their successors have been regularly elected and installed.

(b) A special election and installation, under dispensation from the Grand Master, may be had for officers to serve until the next annual election and installation.

Hist. ref.:

SEC. 18.04 Failure of Officers to Serve. (a) If a Master-elect declines to be installed, the Warden in succession-elect, being installed, succeeds to and assumes the duties of the Master.

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(c) In either event the Lodge may apply to the Grand Master for Dispensation to hold a special election for such office or offices, and to install those elected, to serve until the next annual election and installation.

(d) If, at the annual meeting, a brother, elected to a Lodge office, refuses to accept or is excused by the Lodge for good and sufficient reasons, the Lodge shall proceed forthwith to fill such office by further balloting.

Hist. ref.:

SEC. 18.05 Resignation of Officers. (a) Neither the Master nor Wardens of a Lodge can resign during their term of office, except for reasons satisfactory to and with the consent of the Lodge and Grand Master.

(b) A Brother elected to an office may not decline to be installed unless he has served in the same station the year last preceding, or, for good cause, is excused by the Lodge.

(c) The resignation of any officer, except that of Master, Senior Warden or Junior Warden, may be accepted by the Lodge for good and sufficient reasons, to be determined by the Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1962, 74.

SEC. 18.06 Installation of Officers. (a) The officers of a Lodge must be installed in a tyled meeting of the Lodge, or, with the consent of the Lodge, at a meeting to which guests not members of the Craft may be invited. If the latter, there must be strict compliance with the prescribed Ceremony of Annual Installation of Lodge Officers.

(b) Any objection to the installation of an officer-elect must be stated in open Lodge, on the occasion of the installation or at a stated meeting prior thereto, with reason therefor, and unless sustained by a vote of the majority of the members present, the installation shall proceed.

(c) After a Lodge is constituted under its Charter and its officers have been installed, their successors in office in such Lodge shall be be installed only by a Past or Present Master, who has been regularly elected and installed to preside over a Lodge of Master Masons.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1952, 55 98; 1963, 64, 89.

SEC. 18.07 Report of Election. The Secretary of each Lodge shall transmit annually to the Grand Master and Grand Secretary the names and addresses of the Master, Wardens, and Secretary of such Lodge immediately following their election.

Hist. ref.: CODE 85

CHAPTER 19 LODGE OFFICERS—RIGHTS AND DUTIES SEC. 19.01 Absence of Master and Wardens. (a) In the absence of the Master, the Senior Warden shall for the time being assume the duties of the Master; in the absence of both the Master and the Senior Warden, the Junior Warden shall for the time being assume the duties of the Master. When either of the Wardens assumes the duties of the Master he may, in his discretion, call a competent Past Master to the chair, and the Warden or Wardens may retain their stations, but the Warden present shall assume the duties and responsibilities of the Master. (b) In the absence of the Master and both Wardens, a Lodge shall be opened only under authority from the Grand Master, unless for the purpose of conducting funerals as provided in Sec. 21.01(d) or to meet during communications of the Grand Lodge as provided in the following paragraph. (c) During the necessary absence of the Master and Wardens of a Lodge, if attending the Annual Communication of The Grand Lodge, such Lodge may hold either stated or special meetings during such period, provided the Master at the stated meeting just prior thereto appoints one of its Past Masters to preside. Hist ref.: SEC. 19.02 Rights of Master and Wardens. (a) The Master of a Lodge, whether chartered or under dispensation, is amenable only to The Grand Lodge or Grand Master for his Masonic conduct. No appeal lies to the Lodge for his decision. (b) The decision of the Master on a question of Masonic law shall be final, with no right of discussion or appeal except to The Grand Lodge (c) The Master and Wardens of a Lodge are constitutional members of The Grand Lodge, and their rights as such cannot be abridged by their Lodge. The Lodge, therefore, may advise but cannot control their actions as members of The Grand Lodge. (d) The Master or Secretary shall immediately advise the Grand Master and the Grand Secretary of any and all civil suits or action in the civil courts, naming the Lodge, the Temple Company, a Craft Club, or any other organization or committee representing the Lodge, as defendant. (e) No Lodge, Temple Company, Craft Club, or any other organization or committee representing the Lodge, may institute civil proceedings without first submitting complete details to the Grand Master and obtaining his approval. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1976. CHAPTER 20 LODGE HALLS AND DEDICATION SEC. 20.01 Dedication, Place of Holding Meetings. (a) No room shall be used as a permanent meeting place by a Lodge unless, within one year after it is first so used, such room shall have been dedicated to the purposes of Masonry according to the Ritual prescribed by The Grand Lodge; provided, however, that the Grand Master or The Grand Lodge may issue Dispensation for the temporary use as a meeting place of a room not so dedicated, if the exigencies of the situation so require. 86 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

(b) Except as otherwise provided by the Grand Lodge or Grand Master, a Lodge shall hold its meetings at the location approved by the Grand Lodge or Grand Master and no special permission shall be required to enable an Ohio Lodge to visit another Ohio Lodge in its regular meeting place and confer degrees therein.

Hist. ref.:

SEC. 20.02 Invalidating Dedication. The dedication of any temple, room, or part thereof may be invalidated upon the approval of the Grand Master after the consent thereto has been given by each of the Lodges occupying the said premises with a three-fourths majority vote in a meeting subsequent to that at which the invalidation was proposed.

Hist. ref.:

SEC. 20.03 Use of Lodge Room. (a) No Lodge or Temple Company shall permit any Lodge room or other facility which has been dedicated to Masonry to be used by any society or order whatsoever, except by special permission of the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master; nor shall any Lodge occupy any hall or rooms jointly with any other society or order, except temporarily and by special permission of the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master.

(b) Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit a Lodge from occupying rooms jointly with the following organizations having jurisdiction in Ohio and being the only organizations recognized as Masonic by the Grand Lodge:

(1) a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, (2) a Council of Royal and Select Masters, (3) a Commandery of Knights Templar,

(4) and a body of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite under jurisdiction of the Supreme Council for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America.

(c) Provided, however, that any organization whose membership is predicated upon Masonic affiliation or upon the Masonic affiliation of grandfather, father, brother, husband, or son, or upon the recommendation of a Master Mason, with the consent of the Masonic Bodies jointly occupying such hall or rooms may be permitted to use said Masonic hall or rooms for its meetings and social purposes only, but shall not permit the use of such facilities either separately or with it jointly by any other society or organization, except by special permission of the Grand Lodge or the Grand Master.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1953, 119; 1956, 65; 1958, 109; 1960, 132; 1967, 110; 1997. CODE 87

CHAPTER 21 MEETINGS OF A LODGE SEC. 21.01 Stated Meetings. (a) Each Lodge shall provide in its By-Laws for at least one stated meeting in each of at least ten calendar months in each calendar year. (b) If any Lodge shall neglect to meet for twelve successive months, it shall forfeit its Charter. (c) Each meeting of the Lodge shall be complete in itself, and shall be opened and closed on the same day according to the Ritual. (d) One of the first three officers of a Lodge shall be in attendance at each stated meeting, except during Communications of the Grand Lodge or when conducting funeral services. Hist. ref.: SEC. 21.02 Lodge Procedure. (a) All proceedings, balloting, and business of a Lodge shall be opened, at the discretion of the Worshipful Master, in a Lodge of Master Masons, Fellowcrafts, or Entered Apprentices at labor, except that of conferring the degrees and examinations thereon, all of which shall be in a Lodge in the degree corresponding. (b) In a chartered Lodge of Master Masons, only those who are members of such lodge in good standing, and in a lodge under Dispensation, only those who are named in the Dispensation and those who have been made Master Masons in such lodge, shall he permitted to vote. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1986, 2003, 2006 SEC. 21.03 Lodge Meetings. (a) Meetings of a Lodge are either stated, as prescribed by its ByLaws, or special, which are: 1. those appointed at a previous stated meeting, 2. those convened to conduct Masonic funerals, or 3. those convened by the presiding officer with the approval of the Grand Master to meet some other emergency. (b) No business shall be transacted at a special meeting except that for which it was called. (c) Special meetings of Fellow Craft and Entered Apprentice Degree Lodges may be called and opened without the necessity of opening a Lodge of Master Masons, but if a Master Mason Lodge is opened, a Lodge of Fellow Crafts or Entered Apprentices may be opened and closed while the Master Mason Lodge is at refreshment. In such event the prescribed Ritual or portion thereof must be used in opening and closing such Lodges. (d) The opening or closing of a Master Mason Lodge does not open or close a Fellow Craft or Entered Apprentice Lodge which has been called while the Master Mason Lodge is at refreshment. Hist. ref.: Reissued Oct. 1986, 2003, 2006 88 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

SEC. 21.04 Notice of and Conduct at Meetings. (a) Except as to meetings called for the purpose of examining candidates, conferring degrees or conducting Masonic funerals, notice of any special meeting and its object shall be by mail to the members of the Lodge. (b) The right of a Mason to be present and to vote at the meetings of his lodge is a sacred right and must not be denied to any Mason in good standing who conducts himself with propriety. (c) It shall be the duty of the Master to prevent confusion and disturbance in the Lodge, and he shall reprimand any Brother guilty of disorderly conduct, dis- obeying the Master, or disturbing the harmony of the Lodge. (d) If the Brother does not conform to a direction of the Master, he may be, for the time being, excluded from the Lodge, or the offense may be referred to the Grievance Committee by the Master. (e) In all discussion in the Lodge, the rules of conduct prescribed by the Ancient Charges shall be observed. (f) No partisan political discussions shall be permitted. (g) When, in the judgment of the Master, a subject has been sufficiently or improperly discussed and he, rising to his feet so announces, all discussion shall cease. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1986. CHAPTER 22 FUNERALS SEC. 22.01 (a) Masonic Burial. Every Master Mason who, at the time of his death, is a member in good standing or who, being the holder of a dimit, has petitioned for affiliation within six months after the issuance of such dimit, shall be entitled to a Masonic funeral service. (b) The Grand Master (or his representative), may at his discretion wave the provisions of 22.01 (a) above and authorize a Lodge to conduct a Masonic funeral service for an Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft Brother whose family has requested such a service. Hist. ref.:1999

SEC. 22.02 Eligibility for Masonic Burial. (a) It shall be the duty of a Lodge to perform a Masonic funeral service for any deceased member or dimit holder who shall have so requested, or in whose behalf such request shall have been made by the person or persons standing in the nearest relation to him, or by the regular Lodge of which he was a member in good standing. (b) In the absence of any such request, a Masonic funeral service may be granted or withheld as the Master of the Lodge considers best. (c) A Masonic funeral service shall not be denied because of mental illness, suicide, or any other kind of illness. Hist. ref.: Reissued Oct. 1986, 1999 CODE 89

SEC. 22.03 Burial Expense. A Lodge shall be under no obligation to pay expenses in burying the remains of a deceased Brother unless such expenses were incurred at the instance or request of his regular Lodge, or of the Master thereof.

Hist. ref:

SEC. 22.04 Procedure. (a) When a Lodge is requested to conduct a Masonic funeral service for a deceased Brother, the Master shall summon his Lodge, open the same, and repair to the designated place and perform the solemn rites, return to the Lodge, and, in closing, instruct the secretary to make due record thereof. (b) However, the Master, or such other officer or Past Master of the Lodge as he may designate, may proceed with other Brethren, to the place where the funeral service is to be held, declare the Lodge open in emergent meeting and declare it closed when the service is concluded. Such Brother shall make due report thereof at the next stated meeting of the Lodge. The Master shall cause a record thereof to be made on the minutes of the Lodge. (c) If found necessary, a Masonic funeral service may be held on Sunday. SEC. 22.05 Funeral Service. (a) In conducting a Masonic funeral, a Lodge may use all or any part of the funeral service published as a guide by the Grand Lodge, or may use any other equally appropriate service. Any general directions published by the Grand Lodge in connection with said funeral service shall be complied with so far as practicable. (b) A Lodge may conduct a Masonic funeral service whether or not other services are conducted under other auspices, provided, however, that Lodge services shall be under exclusive control of the Lodge, and when commenced shall not be interrupted by any other service until the Lodge service is completed.

Hist_ ref.: CHAPTER 23 TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION AND MASONIC RESIDENCE

SEC. 23.01 Lodge Jurisdiction. (a) The jurisdiction of each Lodge in this state shall extend over all territory of Ohio, and all Lodges shall have concurrent jurisdiction therein. (b) A Lodge shall not receive any petition or application for a person residing within the jurisdiction of another Grand Lodge unless a Waiver of Jurisdiction has been requested by the Grand Secretary of Ohio and received from the Grand Jurisdiction of residency. This includes petitions and applications for degrees and affiliation (from dimit or dual membership). (c) A Lodge acting under a Warrant or Dispensation has the same rights in reference to Jurisdiction over petitions and applications for degrees and affiliation as in a Chartered Lodge.

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SEC. 23.02 Required Time to Establish Residence. (a) No Lodge shall receive the petition or application of any applicant for the degrees or for affiliation unless such applicant shall have had an actual legal residence for six months in the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, except as provided in Sec. 23.01 (b) above.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 1994, 2008. (b) Provided, however, that any man in any branch of the Armed Services of the United States, who has been in the service for a period of not less than one year, and who is stationed at a United States barracks, camp, post, or official station within the Grand Jurisdiction of Ohio, may petition any Lodge in Ohio, without reference to his actual residence for one year within said jurisdiction. (c) Provided further, that when a man leaves the jurisdiction of Ohio, within which he has resided a year or more, and returns thereto within one year, he may petition for the degrees of Masonry ninety days thereafter. (d) An Entered Apprentice or Fellow Craft dimitting from a Lodge of another Grand Jurisdiction shall reside six months within this Grand Jurisdiction before petitioning for the remaining degree or degrees except as provided in Sec. 23.01 (b) above.

Hist. ref: 2008

SEC. 23.03 Determining Residence. A married petitioner's place of residence is, prima facie, where his wife and family reside.

CHAPTER 24 PETITIONS AND FEES

SEC. 24.01 Petitions. (a) A petition for the degrees shall be in the form prescribed by the Grand Lodge, shall be presented to the Lodge only at a stated meeting, shall be read, noted in the minutes, and, if received, referred for investigation to a committee of not less than three members of such Lodge, no one whom shall have been a signer of the petition. The petition shall lie over to a subsequent stated meeting and must be voted on immediately following the report of the committee, whether the report be favorable or unfavorable.

(b) A petitioner for the degrees may be required to answer a questionnaire which thereafter must be destroyed.

(c) A Lodge obtains exclusive jurisdiction over a candidate at the time his petition is received and referred to a committee. It may proceed to final action on it within three years.

Hist. ref: Proceedings 1952, 55, 98..

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SEC. 24.02 Withdrawals. (a) When a petition is read, noted, and referred, it is then regularly received and shall not be withdrawn without the consent of threefourths of the members present, and voting at a stated meeting. (b) A petitioner may voluntarily withdraw his petition before it is referred; if he withdraws it with the consent of the Lodge as in (a) above and before the report of the investigating committee, it shall not be considered such a rejection as will prevent another Lodge from receiving and acting upon his petition to it. (c) When a petition is withdrawn, the petitioner stands in the same relation to Masonry and the Lodge as if he had never petitioned. Hist. ref.: SEC. 24.03 Rejections. (a) When a petition is rejected by ballot, the petitioner may again petition the same Lodge, which petition shall be referred to an investigating committee for report. (b) When a lodge rejects a petitioner by ballot, no other lodge shall receive a petition from him for a period of one year from such rejection of him. (c) A Lodge which violates the Code by receiving and conferring the degrees upon a candidate who has been rejected by another lodge within one year, is subject to discipline by the Grand Lodge. In the absence of any bad motive of inten- tional wrong on the part of such lodge, it may be sufficient discipline that the lodge be censured for its carelessness, and that it be ordered to pay the amount of the fees received from such applicant into the treasury of the Grand Lodge. (d) The Lodge Secretary shall immediately report to the Grand Lodge the name, birthdate, address, date of rejection of any and all rejected petitioners together with the Lodge name, number and address. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 1991. SEC. 24.04 Fees. (a) The fee for all the degrees, or the first only to be conferred, or for membership, shall in all cases accompany the petition. (b) The fee for the subsequent degrees must be paid prior to the conferring of such degrees. (c) It is illegal for a Lodge to refund the fees to a candidate who has received the degree or degrees for which the payment was made. It is lawful to refund the fee for degrees not conferred. (d) No Lodge shall confer the degrees of Masonry for less than forty dollars ($40.00). CHAPTER 25 QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATES

SEC. 25.01 Requirements to Qualify Candidates. (a) A petitioner for the three degrees of a Lodge shall:

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1. be at least nineteen years of age at the time his petition is read for the first time in a stated meeting of the Lodge; 2. be able to read and write the English language; 3. be able to respond of his own accord, at his reception into the Lodge, that, in times of difficulty and danger, he trusts in God. If the candidate does not respond, he shall be conducted from the Lodge. (b) No religious test shall ever be required of any petitioner for the benefits of Masonry other than a steadfast belief in the existence and perfection of God and no Lodge in this jurisdiction shall receive any candidate without the acknowledgement of such belief. (c) Citizenship is not a requisite of Freemasonry. If the petitioner possesses all the necessary qualifications and requirements, his petition shall receive the same consideration accorded other petitioners. (d) The obligation may be administered by affirmation to one who is conscientiously opposed to taking an oath. (e) The refusal of a candidate to conform to any part of authorized ceremonies disqualifies him from receiving Masonic degrees. (See also Sec. 11.04). Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1956, 88; 1963, 64, 94.

CHAPTER 26 BALLOTING AND OBJECTIONS SEC. 26.01 Balloting for Degrees. (a) The ballot for the three degrees shall be unanimous. (b) There shall be but one ballot for the three degrees. (c) Where there is more than one candidate to be balloted upon, they may be balloted upon collectively at the Master's pleasure. If when balloting collectively no black balls or cubes are cast at the first ballot, each candidate shall be declared elected. If when balloting collectively one or more black balls or cubes are cast at the first ballot, the Master shall immediately order an individual ballot. (d) In balloting for a candidate individually, should only one black ball or cube appear, the Master shall immediately order a second ballot for that candidate, and if one or more black balls or cubes still appear, the candidate shall be declared rejected. Hist. ref: Proceedings 1952, 55, 98; 1961, 98; 2007 SEC. 26.02 Balloting for Membership. The ballot for membership shall be unanimous, except that a majority written vote shall be sufficient in cases of reaf- filiation with the Lodge which issued the dimit. SEC. 26.03 Balloting for Restoration. The ballot for restoration from indefinite suspension for non-payment of dues shall be by written ballot requiring a majority of the members present to remove the disability. Hist. ref CODE 93

SEC. 26.04 Balloting Rules. (a) The use of either black balls or cubes to express a negative ballot is proper. (b) In case of rejection of a candidate for the degrees, or for affiliation, no member shall be permitted to state how he voted. (c) A Master has the right to satisfy himself that a ballot is a legal one, and for that purpose, he may, before declaring the result, without displaying them, count the ballots; and should he find more ballots than the members present when the ballot was taken, he should so declare it to his Lodge, and order another ballot at once. (d) Balloting for degrees or membership shall be secret and all members present shall vote. Hist. ref.:

SEC. 26.05 Method of Objection. (a) After a candidate has been balloted for and declared elected, any member in good standing may object to the initiating, passing, or raising of such candidate at any time before he is obligated in such degree. (b) Such objection shall be made either orally in open Lodge by the objector, or in writing by him and filed with the Secretary or Master to be read in open Lodge, at a stated or special meeting thereof. The objection shall be entered upon the minutes with the name of the objector. (c) If the objector is a member of the Lodge of the candidate, he shall not be questioned as to his reason for objection but may give them if he chooses and if he so volunteers to state his reasons, the Lodge may then pass on the sufficiency and validity of the objection, a majority written vote being necessary to sustain. If the objection is not sustained by the Lodge then it fails and the candidate may be advanced. (d) If the objector is not a member of the same Lodge as the candidate, he shall be required to state his reason for his objection in full, and the Lodge shall then pass on the matter by written vote as above.

SEC. 26.06 Effect of Objection. (a) An objection has the same force and effect as an unfavorable ballot and so remains for one year only, or for such lesser time as the objector remains a member in good standing. If the objector ceases to be a member of the Lodge in good standing, the objection automatically ter- minates. Hist. ref.: An objection to advancement, either to the Fellow Craft or Master Mason degree, so long as it continues in force, shall deny the candidate the right to attend a lodge opened in the degree or degrees previously conferred.

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(b) The objection may be withdrawn by the objector either orally in open Lodge or in writing, at any time within the one-year period, after which the Lodge may continue to advance the candidate. (c) At the termination of the one-year period, the candidate may petition any Lodge in this jurisdiction for the remaining degree or degrees. Such petition must, in all respects, be considered, treated, and acted upon by the Lodge receiving it in the same manner as if it were an original petition. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 104; 1979; 1993.

CHAPTER 27 CONFERRING OF DEGREES SEC. 27.01 Degrees Authorized. (a) No other degree of Masonry shall be conferred by a Lodge other than those of Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft, and Master Mason. (b) Each Lodge shall exemplify each of these degrees at least twice each year, whether or not a candidate is available. (c) The Entered Apprentice Degree or the Fellow Craft Degree should not be re-conferred, but a Lodge having official knowledge of the fact that such a degree or degrees have been conferred, the petitioner can be received as such, and may petition for the remaining degree or degrees. Hist ref.: SEC. 27.02 Advancement and Examination of Candidates. (a) Neither the Fellow Craft nor Master Mason Degree shall be conferred on a candidate until he has been examined in open Lodge as to his proficiency in the preceding degree and his examination has been approved by the Lodge by a majority voice vote immediately following the examination. The minimum proficiency requirement of all three degrees shall consist of the obligation, step, due guard, sign, grip and words of each degree, all considered modes of recognition. All prior candidates who have not completed their proficiencies will be governed by these requirements. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 1999, 2000 (b) The examination of a candidate in any degree for advancement shall not be conducted when the Lodge is at refreshment. (c) The Master shall require each Master Mason within two months after his obligation to take and pass the examination in open Lodge as to his proficiency in the M.M. Degree, unless for sufficient reason to be stated on the record, an extension or extensions of time is given by the Master. Immediately following the examination the Lodge by majority voice vote shall determine whether the examination is or is not satisfactory. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1975. (d) A Master Mason who neglects or refuses to comply with the requirement is hereby declared to be suspended but may reinstate himself by acquiring and passing such examination. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1958 109. SEC. 27.03 Degrees to he Conferred in Entirety. (a) Lodges shall confer the first section of the Entered Apprentice Degree, the first section of the Fellow Reissued Oct. 1974, 1975, 1979, 1993, 1999. CODE 95

Craft Degree, and the first and second sections of the Master Mason Degree, in their entirety on no more than three candidates simultaneously and with the approval of the Grand Master or the designee. Lodges deviating therefrom will be subject to Masonic discipline.

(b) No addition or omission from the degree work as in the official Ritual shall be permitted.

(c) Lodges are prohibited from initiating, passing, or raising any person not a petitioner and duly accepted candidate in that Lodge, except as provided in Section 27.04.

(d) No Lodge shall initiate, pass or raise any candidate without being satisfied that such candidate has not been rejected by some other Lodge; if he has, then the Lodge petitioned shall not proceed with such candidate within one year next after such rejection. Provided, however, that where a candidate is held by an objection filed against him in the Lodge in which he has been elected to receive the degrees, then the provisions of Chapter 26 of the Code shall govern the action of all Lodges relative to such candidate.

Hist ref: Proceedings 1974, 1993; 2015,

Sec. 27.04 Courtesy Work. (a) When any Lodge is requested by another Lodge to do the work of conferring any one or more of the three degrees for and on account of such other Lodge, the Lodge requested may, on terms to be agreed upon, do the work, and conduct the examinations but it shall have no claim upon the candidate for work so done.

(b) Any correspondence necessary between any Lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction and any Lodge in any other Grand Jurisdiction concerning candidates for degrees must be through the office of the Grand Secretary.

(c) When a Lodge confers the Master Mason Degree on a candidate at the request of another Lodge, the Brother so raised becomes a member of the • requesting Lodge.

(d) When a Lodge is conferring the degrees upon a petitioner at the request of a Lodge in another state, the requirements of the Grand Lodge of Ohio as to the lapse of time between the conferring of the degrees and the committing and reciting of the work lectures shall govern the case, and not the requirements of the Grand Lodge which has made the request for the conferring of the degrees. The Lodge conferring said degrees has no claim financial or otherwise upon the candidate for work so done. 96 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Sec. 27.05 Grand Master's Class. (a) A Grand Master may invoke this section as often as he sees fit during his term of office, thereby allowing the conferral of all three Symbolic Lodge Degrees as identified in Code Sec. 27.01 (a) in one day upon a class of candidates to be known as a Grand Master's Class. (b) All conflicting sections of the Code that normally prevent a one day class are waived when the Grand Master declares a Grand Master's Class. (c) Each Grand Master will determine the proficiency requirements for those candidates initiated, passed and raised in a Grand Master's Class. (d) The process and administration of a Grand Master's Class will be as follows: 1. Candidate will be processed in the traditional method by the Lodge which he petitions. If a candidate has taken any degree work in the Symbolic Lodge, he must fulfill the proficiency requirements as defined by the Grand Master for the degrees conferred upon a Grand Master's Class. 2. Grand Lodge, through a committee designated by the Grand Master and chaired by a Grand Lodge Officer of his selection, will control the Grand Master's Class event. The committee's responsibilities will include all logistics, candidate registration, processing of registration fees to the Grand Secretary, equipment, meals, refreshments, facilities, and all other requirements except ritual presentation and indoctrination and education. 3. Indoctrination and education of the candidates will be the responsibility of the Grand Lodge Education and Information Committee, which may utilize DEO's. A separate room will be provided for committee and candidates to facilitate this process. 4. Ritual presentation and proficiency requirements will remain the exclusive domain of the Grand Master. 5. A special two-part Grand Master's Class registration form will be required. This form will be provided by Grand Lodge to Lodge Secretaries. One form will be required for each candidate and forwarded, under the Lodge Seal, to the committee. Part II will be returned to the respective Lodge Secretary certifying that the candidate appeared and received the degrees. An interim card will be presented to the candidate by Grand Lodge. 6. A registration fee to be determined prior to each event,- will be forwarded by the Lodge for each candidate to cover expenses, including refreshments and meals. Lodges may, if they so desire, request this fee from the candidate over and above the usual fees and dues a Lodge requires of its candidates. 7. All Master Masons attending, who wish to partake of refreshments and meals, will be required to register and pay a predetermined fee. The Grand Tyler and his committee will be responsible for verification of current standing of attendees, separate from the Registration Committee. 8. Following each Grand Master's Class it will be the responsibility of the respective Lodges, within 60 calendar days (except July and August excluded unless the Lodge normally meets in these months), to collect any unpaid fees or dues, provide candidate counseling, coach for predetermined proficiency and approve or reject same, provide Bibles (if this is a Lodge tradition), present the signed and dated Masonic Apron, and issue a dues card when all of the preceding have been accomplished.

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(b) The annual return of each Lodge shall show all persons who have been initiated, passed, and raised, and that the necessary fees have been collected from such new members, and included in the return. Hist. Ref.: Proceedings 2001

CHAPTER 28 RITUAL AND INSTRUCTION SEC. 28.01 Ritual. (a) No Lodge shall use or permit the use, in whole or in part, of any ritual except the approved Ritual adopted by the Grand Lodge. (b) Each Master shall require that the officers and members of his Lodge shall be instructed as to their duties including the work of the degrees. Such instruction shall be conducted by the Master or by well informed members designated by him for that purpose. (c) The Grand Master, by Dispensation, may permit the exemplification of its Ritual by a Lodge of foreign jurisdiction with which this Grand Lodge is in fraternal relations, provided such exemplification is in and under the auspices of an Ohio Lodge. Hist. ref.: SEC.28.02 Instruction. The Grand Master, his proxies, or District Deputy Grand Masters appointed by authority of the Grand Lodge, shall arrange for and supervise instruction in the Ritual, by schools or otherwise, as necessary or advisable. Hist. ref.: SEC. 28.03 Masonic Information. (a) Lodges shall arrange educational programs, establish and maintain libraries of useful and practical books and litera- ture, and effect the dissemination of Masonic information among the members. (b) Lodges shall, as often as feasible, introduce into their meetings lectures and essays concerning Masonic polity and the various arts and sciences. Hist. ref.:

CHAPTER 29 MEMBERSHIP SEC. 29.01 Certificate. (a) Any Master Mason in good standing may apply to his Lodge for a certificate of membership issued by the Grand Secretary, with the Grand Secretary's attestation under the seal of the Grand Lodge, as to the legality of the Lodge and the applicant's membership therein. (b) The Grand Secretary shall issue such certificate only upon the request of the member's Lodge, and shall deliver such certificate only to such Lodge for the required signatures of the officers designated and delivery to the applicant. CODE 96b

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INTENTIONALLY CODE 97 (c) The Grand Secretary shall make them available to Lodges at cost, which fee shall be paid unto the treasury of the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1984. SEC. 29.02 Dues Exemption. (a) A Lodge shall be without authority to grant Life memberships. (b) Provided, however, that a Lodge may adopt by a standing resolution a regulation providing that any member in good standing may thereafter be exempt from the payment of annual dues, provided said member pay a sum of money, in cash, not less than an amount representing the present value of an immediate Life annuity upon his life, computed in accordance with the Commissioner's Standard Ordinary Life Insurance Experience Table of Mortality, of an amount equal to the yearly dues of such Lodge, on a single life at 2% interest. All such payments made as provided in this section, on or after the adoption of such resolution, shall be placed in a separate fund, to be designated as "The Annuity Membership Fund," and no part of said annuity Membership Fund shall be used, except that for each such members as shall have made such payment pursuant to this resolution, if living, a sum equal to the annual dues of such member at the time of such payment may be withdrawn annually and used for the general support of the Lodge. All investments of the monies of such "Annuity Membership Fund" shall be only in Federal Government Securities or deposits in financial institutions whose deposits are insured by an agency of the Federal Government. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1957, 104. SEC. 29.03 Honorary. A Lodge may confer the distinction of honorary membership upon any Master Mason not a member of such Lodge, who has rendered long and eminent service to Masonry. (b) The proposal to confer such distinction must be made at a stated meeting and lie over for action at a subsequent stated meeting. (c) Election to honorary membership shall be by ballot taken in the same manner as the election of candidates to receive the degrees, and shall be unanimous. (d) Such membership confers the right to participate in all business of the Lodge, without subjecting the Brother thus honored to the ordinary labors of the Lodge, or to the payment of dues, but no honorary member shall have the right to hold office in such Lodge, or to vote therein. (e) A Lodge may not confer the title of Honorary Past Master, as a distinction, or any person. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1979. SEC. 29.04 DuallPlural Membership (a) A member may be a Dual Member or a Plural member of a Lodge subordinate to The Grand Lodge of Ohio by adhering to the following rules. A Dual Member is one whose Primary Lodge is under the jurisdiction of another Grand Lodge (outside of Ohio). A Plural Member is a Brother who belongs to more than one Ohio Lodge. (b) A Lodge may grant membership to members in good standing of a Lodge subordinate to another Grand Lodge which is recognized by this Grand Lodge and with which this Grand Lodge maintains fraternal relations. REISSUED OCT. 1984, 1991, 1998 98 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

(c) A member in good standing in such subordinate Lodge may submit to a chartered Lodge under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge a petition for membership by affiliation in a form approved by the Grand Lodge, which petition shall include the following: 1. A letter or certificate of membership in good standing in such subordinate Lodge attested by the Grand Secretary or other authorized officer of such other Grand Lodge and under its seal. 2. A letter or certificate from the Grand Secretary or other authorized officer of such other Grand Lodge and under its seal that such Grand Lodge permits members of Lodges subordinate to it to have and maintain concurrent membership in Lodges in other jurisdictions. 3. Payment of the petitioned Lodge's affiliation fee or such Lodge's current annual dues, whichever is the greater. No further dues or fees shall be payable until the next annual meeting of the Lodge. 4. Payment of the contribution to the George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association which is provided for in Resolution No. 7 and the fee due the Ohio Masonic Home which is provided for in Section 6.01(b). (d) The petition shall be received and acted upon by the petitioned Lodge in the same manner as provided in Chapters 24, 25 and 26 except that no degrees shall be conferred and no fees and charges shall be payable other than in this Section set forth.

(e) If the petitioner is rejected for membership by the Lodge, all fees and charges shall be refunded forthwith.

(f) Upon acceptance of the petition and election of the petitioner to membership, he shall then and there become and be a member in the Lodge of good standing without further ceremony, entitled to all the privileges, immunities, duties and responsibilities of all the members thereof, and the Secretary of the Lodge shall notify the Grand Secretary.

(g) Upon receipt of notice from the Secretary of the Lodge of the election of the petitioner to membership, the Grand Secretary shall notify the other Grand Secretary or other appropriate officer of the other Grand Lodge of such action.

(h) If, by reason of suspension or expulsion, such member by affiliation ever ceases to be a member in good standing of a Lodge in which he held membership at the time of his election as set forth in subparapraph (f) above, he shall, upon receipt of notice thereof by the Grand Secretary, then and there cease to be a member in good standing in the Lodge in this jurisdiction.

(i) Plural Membership: A member in good standing, not in arrears for dues, may become a member in one or more additional Ohio Lodges as a Plural Member. REISSUED OCT. 1998 CODE 98a (j) Membership in Plural Lodge entitles the member to all of the rights and privileges, duties and responsibilities granted to any member except; no member may serve as Worshipful Master in more than one Lodge during the same Lodge Year. He may serve any other office in the Plural Lodges to which he belongs. (k) A petition for plural membership may be submitted to any Lodge subordinate to The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio. (I) Upon receipt of said petition and specified fees, the Lodge shall request a Certificate of Good Standing from the Brother's Primary Lodge. Once received a ballot shall be taken, and if found clear, the Brother shall, there and then, become a Plural Member without further ceremony. (m) Payment of the petitioned Lodge's affiliation fee or such Lodge's current annual dues, whichever is the greater, shall be made. No further dues or fees shall be payable until the next annual meeting of the Lodge. (n) If the petitioner is rejected for Plural Membership by a Lodge, all fees and/or dues are to be refunded forthwith. (o) In every case, the member must maintain membership in his "Primary Lodge" to continue his Plural Membership. Upon suspension or expulsion, by trial, from one Lodge, his membership shall cease in all Lodges. A Plural Member who is suspended from a Plural Lodge, for Non Payment of Dues, may retain his membership in all other Lodges. (p) A Plural Member may resign from any or all of his plural memberships by submitting a Form 69 (Notice of withdrawal) to each affected Lodge's Secretary. It will be necessary that he retain membership in his original Lodge (Primary Lodge). A member may change his designated "Primary Lodge" from the existing Lodge to a Lodge in which he is a plural member by submitting a Form 70 (Redesignation of Primary Lodge). The form is submitted to the Secretary of the member's Primary Lodge, who must sign it, and send it to the Grand Secretary. Any member has the authority to redesignate his Primary Lodge, and no vote is required by either Lodge. When this action is taken, the Lodge which had been the Primary Lodge automatically becomes the plural Lodge for the member. (q) Upon electing a Brother to Plural Membership, the Lodge Secretary shall report the affiliation to the Grand Secretary by means of a Form 81 (Lodge Affiliation/Reinstatement Report). The word Plural must be noted on the form when submitted. (r) Not withstanding the provisions of Code Section 5.01 (a), an elected officer of a plural Lodge may carry only one proxy at the Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge. However, he may carry up to three proxies for his Primary Lodge as provided in Section 5.01 (a) of the Grand Lodge Code. Hist, ref, Proceedings 1991, 2005

SEC. 29.05 Alleged Membership Unlawfully Obtained. All Masonic intercourse is interdicted and forbidden with every person, who, while under the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge, has been allegedly made a Mason in another Grand Jurisdiction contrary to the laws of this Grand Lodge. Hist, ref, Proceedings 1952, 55, 1964, 74. REISSUED OCT. 1998, 2005 98b THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

SEC. 29.06 Membership and Memorial Endowment Fund

(a) Any member in good standing in a Lodge of this Grand Jurisdiction whose dues are paid to date may purchase an endowed membership for the benefit of such Lodge hereinafter referred to as the "Endowed Lodge", and thereby be relieved from the further payment of due in the endowed Lodge effective as of November 1 of the 2nd calendar year after such fee is deposited with the Grand Secretary.

Any individual, group, organization or Lodge may purchase an Endowed Membership in honor of or in memory of any Master Mason, or member of his family living or deceased.

Although a Lodge may receive the fee for an Endowed Membership from a petitioner for the degrees, for advancement, for reinstatement or for affiliation, such fee shall not be transmitted to the Grand Secretary until a favorable ballot has been had on the petition and in the case of the Petition for the Degrees, until the conferral of the Master Mason Degree and proficiency in all degrees has been approved by vote of the Lodge.

(b) The purchase price for an Endowed Membership shall be eight hundred ($800) dollars, and shall be paid to the endowed Lodge. As long as the member holding the Endowed Membership is living and in good standing in the endowed Lodge, such Lodge shall pay all Grand Lodge Per Capita dues, fees, and contributions.

(c) The fee of eight hundred ($800) dollars collected by a Lodge for Endowed Membership shall be immediately transmitted to the Grand Secretary so as to be received by him no later than the succeeding August 31 in order to qualify for a distribution under paragraph 4 hereof. Hist. ref: Proceedings 2006

(d) The Grand Secretary shall place all monies so received in the Endowed Membership fund. Such fund shall be invested and reinvested from time to time under the supervision of the Investment Committee. The Investment Committee shall determine the distribution to the endowed Lodges, such distribution not to exceed 5% (five percent) of the Endowed Membership fund balance. The annual distribution to the endowed Lodges shall be made by the first day of November, provided that no income shall be distributed on any Endowed Membership fee until November 1 of the 2nd calendar year after such fee is deposited with the Grand Secretary. Hist, ref: Proceedings 2005, 2011

(e) The Grand Secretary shall issue to the member paying the required fee an Endowed Membership Certificate under the Seal of The Grand Lodge, signed by the Grand Master and attested by the Grand Secretary. The Secretary CODE 98c of the endowed Lodge shall issue annually a regular dues card to the member holding the Endowed Membership Certificate at the same time other dues cards of the Lodge are issued.

(f) Endowed Memberships are not transferable with Lodge membership, and remain to the benefit of the endowed Lodge where such membership is purchased; provided however, when two or more Lodges consolidate, the holder of an En- dowed Membership Certificate not of the surviving Lodge may transfer the En- dowed Membership to another Ohio Lodge with which he affiliates. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 2011 .

Upon the dissolution or demise of an endowed Lodge, the holder of an En- dowed Membership Certificate therein, if he affiliates with another Ohio Lodge, may transfer the Endowed Membership to the Lodge with which he affiliates.

Any interest accruing from the Endowed Membership Fund from the date of the dissolution or demise of the endowed Lodge to the date of transfer of the Endowed Membership shall be added to the principal of the Membership and Memorial Endowment Fund.

(g) Lodges are prohibited from donating or selling Endowed Membership in any other manner than as provided in this article except Lodges may establish special accounts for the purpose of assisting and encouraging those members who wish to purchase Endowed Memberships on an installment plan by making regular and systematic contributions to such account for the purpose of accumu- lating the necessary fee required to purchase an Endowed Membership. After the required fee has accumulated in the special account, the Lodge shall transmit such fee to the Grand Secretary as provided in this code section. A plan for such special account must be approved by a favorable vote of the Lodge, and must conform to those rules and requirements listed on Grand Lodge Form No. 90. The funds in such special account shall be deposited in an insured interest bearing account in a reputable financial institution until such time as the funds are transmitted to the Grand Secretary.

(h) Holders of Endowed Membership Certificates are subject to all of the provisions of the By-Laws and Code of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, and loss of membership due to suspension or expulsion shall automatically terminate such Endowed Membership Certificate, and shall cause such holder to forfeit his En- dowed Membership and any future claim to fees paid or to revenues earned from such endowed membership. The Lodge which held the Endowed Membership at the time of forfeiture, as provided herein, shall continue to receive the revenues earned from such Endowed Membership.

(i) Upon the death of a holder of an Endowed Membership, the endowed Lodge shall continue to receive the income from the Endowed Membership. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1994. 98d THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

SEC. 29.07 "Pay It Forward" Initiation Fee.

(a) Any person ("donor") may purchase a "Pay It Forward" certificate for a named individual ("future candidate") and that named individual is then relieved of paying the initiation fee up to $150.00 for any lodge under this Grand Jurisdiction. A donor may also purchase a "Pay It Forward" certificate to a qualified, prospective candidate who may in the future wish to petition the Lodge and in the opinion of the Lodge is deserving of this gift to him and to the Lodge. (b) The Lodge will receive the "Pay It forward" fee and immediately forward it to the Grand Secretary along with a form for that purpose with the necessary information as to the donor and the Future Candidate, if known. (c) The purchase price for a "Pay It Forward" Certificate shall be up to $150.00. (d) The Grand Secretary shall place all monies so received in the "Pay It Forward" Fund. Such Fund shall be invested and reinvested from time to time under the supervision of the Investment committee. (e) The Grand Secretary shall issue to the Donor paying the required fee a "Pay It Forward" Certificate, gold in color, under the Seal of the Grand Lodge, signed by the Grand Master and attested by the Grand Secretary. (f) "Pay It Forward" Certificates are transferable to any Lodge in Ohio and remain to the benefit of the future candidate. (g) Upon notification of the death of the donor, or at any other time at the request of the donor, the Grand Secretary shall send a letter to the Future Candidate, notifying him of the wishes of the donor and a copy of the "Pay It Forward" Certificate. (h) Upon the Lodge's sending a "Pay It Forward" Certificate to the Grand Secretary a check shall be issued to the Lodge in the amount up to $150.00, toward the Candidate's initiation fees for the Three Degrees of Freemasonry. Any excess initiation fee not needed shall be retained by the Grand Lodge Charitable Foundation for its use. (i) If the Future Candidate were to die or be rejected, the donor shall have the option to change the Future Candidate or have his gift refunded.

ISSUED OCT. 2012 CODE 99 CHAPTER 30 ANNUAL DUES SEC. 30.01 Dues Requirements. (a) Lodges shall require such dues from their members as they shall determine. (b) The By-Laws of each Lodge shall designate the amount of dues to be paid, which shall not be less than the annual grand dues paid to the Grand Lodge in accordance with section 6.01. (c) The time for payment of dues shall be on or before the stated meeting for the election of Officers in November of each year. (d) A member who has not so paid his dues shall be "Not in Good Standing" until such time as his dues are paid. However, although not in Good Standing, he may attend his Lodge until December 31. (e) A member who fails to pay his dues by the last day of December of the same year, shall have "Indefinitely Suspended for Non-payment of Dues" entered against his record as of that date, and he shall be reported accordingly in the annual return. (f) The name of each member "Indefinitely Suspended for Non-payment of Dues" shall he reported to the Lodge and recorded in the minutes of the first stated meeting in January. (g) Each Lodge shall forthwith send under its seal, to each member who has failed to pay his dues by the first stated meeting in December, a notice as follows: "This is to certify that indefinitely Suspended for Non-payment of Dues' will, on the 31st day of December , be entered against the records of Brother , a member of Lodge No., F.&A.M. of . Ohio. No further notice of this action of indefinite suspension will be given. Payment of the delinquent dues on or before said date. December, , will constitute reinstatement. W.M. , Secretary" (NOTE) This procedure becomes effective with the dues collected for Fiscal Year 2001. Suspension Date "December 31. 2000' and each year thereafter. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1961. 1974. 1993, 1997. 1999, 2010 SEC. 30.02 Restoration. (a) A member who submits his dues after the suspension deadline and before the following annual meeting may reinstate himself by forwarding his payment to the Lodge and be restored from such indefinate suspension for non-payment of dues. (b) An application, received after the following annual meeting, for restoration from such indefinite suspension for non-payment of dues shall be made only to the Lodge making such record, and shall be in writing, signed by the applicant, and presented at a stated meeting, together with the amount of the current year's dues. (c) The application shall be read, noted in the minutes, and referred for investigation to a committee of not less than three members of the Lodge. (d) The application shall lie over until a subsequent stated meeting and shall be voted on immediately following the report of the committee. (e) The vote shall be by written ballot and a majority vote of the members present shall be required to restore the applicant to membership. His. ref.: Proceedings 1961, 97: 1958, 109. SEC. 30.03 Remitting Dues. (a) A Lodge at its discretion may, by majority vote at a stated meeting, remit, in whole or in part, the dues of a member. (b) A Lodge may remit the dues of a member against whom a record of "Indefinite Suspension for Non-payment of Dues" has been entered as herein provided. (c) Certificate of such action must be attached to his application for restoration when presented for action as herein required. Hist. ref: Reissued Oct. 1991, 1994, 1998, 1999, 2004, 2005 100 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

SEC. 30.04 Uniform Dues Receipts. (a) The Grand Secretary shall cause copies of the Uniform Dues Receipts to be printed, bearing thereon, a facsimile of his signature and of the Grand Lodge Seal. (b) The Grand Secretary shall furnish said uniform receipts at actual cost and in quantities as requested. (c) The use of uniform dues receipts by each Lodge is mandatory as provided in the Grand Lodge Resolution, Proceedings, 1926. (d) No dues receipt shall be issued to any Master Mason until he shall have satisfactorily demonstrated to his Lodge his ability to successfully pass the Examination Lecture for the Master Mason Degree. All members of York and Scottish Rite Bodies, or any other Body whose membership is predicated on being a Master Mason, shall neither solicit nor receive a petition from any Master Mason until his Symbolic Lodge has made this determination and voted to approve his proficiency. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 69. SEC. 30.05 Dues After Trial. (a) A member suspended or expelled, after charges and due trial, is not chargeable with dues; but on restoration may be required to pay such amount in lieu thereof, as the Lodge in its discretion may determine. (b) Provided, the amount so required to be paid shall not exceed the dues with which such member would have been chargeable during the time of such suspension or expulsion. (c) Provided further, that no part of any amount so collected shall be payable to the Grand Lodge. Hist ref.: CHAPTER 31 VISITATION SEC. 31.01 Objections to Visitors. (a) Lodges and members shall encourage visitation by Brethren at Lodges other than their own so that the bonds of fraternal union may continue to strengthen the Lodges. (b) No visiting Brother shall be received into any Lodge if a member thereof objects, except that a Grand Lodge Officer or Past Grand Master shall not be denied the rights of visitation. (c) If the reason for any such objection is stated to the Lodge, and the Lodge by majority of the members present determines that the right of visitation should be denied, the objection so made is continuing, and the visitor shall be excluded until the objection so made is removed by majority vote of the Lodge. (d) If the reason for such objection is not stated to the Lodge, the objection, to have a continuing effect, must he made at each meeting of the Lodge. (e) A Lodge of Master Masons may exclude visitors from its stated meetings during the transaction of business, but may not exclude qualified visitors during the conferring of degrees except upon objection by a member thereof as herein before provided. His. ref:

Reissued Oct. 1980 CODE 101

SEC. 31.02 Visitation. (a) No visitor shall be admitted into a Lodge unless he is vouched for by a Brother entitled to sit in the Lodge who is present and who has sat in Lodge with the visiting Brother or he exhibits to the members examining him (1) a currently valid receipt for his annual dues to a Lodge in this or another recognized Grand Lodge, or other mitten evidence under the seal of a recognized Grand Lodge or Lodge that such visitor is then a member in good standing, and (2) a current non-Masonic, legal identification card. badge, or passport, which includes a picture of the bearer. There shall be no requirement for other questioning or memorized proficiency. (b) An Entered Apprentice may visit a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and a Fellow Craft a Lodge of Fellow Crafts if no member of the Lodge so visited objects; and if such a visitor presents himself, and no Brother of that degree can vouch for him, he is entitled to have a committee appointed to examine him. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1980, 2005, 2006

CHAPTER 32

ASSISTANCE AND SOLICITATION SEC. 32.01 Assistance. (a) A Lodge should, to the extent of its ability, and in the spirit of brotherly love and charity, volunteer needed assistance to worthy distressed Master Masons, their widows or dependent children. (b) A Lodge should refer to The Ohio Masonic Home any eligible person in need of permanent relief. Hist. ref..

SEC. 32.02 Solicitation. (a) A Lodge may establish, maintain and solicit contributions from its members for a charity fund, and make provisions for payment therefrom as the Lodge shall determine.

(b) An appeal for funds in the name of Masonry for financial assistance may be made by letter, circular or otherwise by any Lodge within its membership or by any Masonic Temple Company within the membership of the bodies meeting in the Temple.

(c) No other solicitation of funds in the name of Masonry shall be made by a Lodge or member without the approval of the Grand Master or the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.:

Reissued Oct. 1980, 2005, 2006 102 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

SEC. 32.03 Reimbursement. (a) A Lodge cannot be compelled to reimburse another Lodge, a welfare organization, or anyone for any amount expended for the relief of a Brother, unless the expense was incurred at the instance or request of the Lodge. (b) Where kindly offices have been extended by a foreign Lodge to a member of an Ohio Lodge, it becomes the duty of the Ohio Lodge, so far as it is able, to reimburse the foreign Lodge for the expenditure so made. (c) Provided, however, that any such relief extended to any Ohio Brother in immediate need away from home, should not be given more than once, and then only to a limited extent, without notice to such Brother's Ohio Lodge, or to the Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.:

CHAPTER 33 DIMITS AND MEMBERSHIP TRANSFER SEC. 33.01 How to Dimit. (a) A Master Mason in good standing, not in arrears for dues, against whom no charges are pending, is entitled, upon proper application, to a dimit certifying that he is a Master Mason in good standing, and has severed his connection with the lodge; provided, however, that the lodge may deny such dimit when there are special circumstances justifying such action. (b) An application for a dimit filed on or before the annual meeting in November, shall be granted without the payment of dues for the dues year beginning on the date of the annual meeting. (c) When a dimit is granted by a lodge, the Secretary shall forthwith notify the Grand Secretary who will prepare the dimit and forward it to the Secretary of the lodge. Upon receipt of the dimit, the lodge Secretary must immediately sign and deliver it to the dimitted Brother, or in special circumstances, back to the Grand Secretary. SEC. 33.02 How to Transfer. (a) A Brother, not holding a Dimit, wishing to transfer his membership to another lodge in this Grand Jurisdiction or in another Grand Jurisdiction shall first obtain a Certificate of Good Standing from the lodge to which he belongs. Upon receipt of a Certificate of Good Standing, a brother may submit an application for affiliation to the lodge of his choice. Upon receipt of said application, the lodge shall proceed according to Article III of the Uniform Code of By-Laws. Upon electing the brother to membership, the Lodge Secretary shall notify the brother's lodge of said election and request that the lodge, immediately, issue a Dimit to the brother in favor of the receiving lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1994. (b) A holder of a dimit issued by another Grand Jurisdiction, or by an Ohio lodge may apply for membership by affiliation in any Ohio Lodge and must present an application to which has been attached his dimit (or other evidence of good standing). (c) Said application and dimit shall be received and acted upon by such lodge under the pertinent provisions of Chapter 26, Chapter 29, and other Chapters of the Code. (d) A holder of such a dimit will be considered as having a continuous Masonic affiliation, provided he attaches his dimit or Certificate of Good Standing to an CODE 103 application for affiliation in an Ohio Lodge and is accepted into the membership of the lodge of his choice within six months of the date of issuance of the dimit. (e) Regardless of when he has been accepted, the Secretary will complete a Grand Lodge Form #81 (Lodge Affiliation/Reinstatement Report) and forward it at once to the Grand Secretary. The original dimit should then be marked "void" and retained by the lodge. (f) Clearances or Certificate of Dismissal granted by some Grand Jurisdictions are equivalent to our dimit, and should be received and recognized as a dimit if granted by a lodge of the Registry of such Grand Jurisdiction. (g) A dimit, granted by a lodge subordinate to any Grand Jurisdiction with which fraternal intercourse has been interdicted by this Grand Lodge, cannot be recognized. (h) A Certificate or similar evidence of good standing from a Grand Lodge, with which this Grand Lodge was in fraternal relations, and which Grand Lodge and the subordinate lodges thereunder have ceased to exist, and the holder of said certificate or other evidence of good standing being unable, because of said nonexistence to pay further dues or request a dimit, and indicates his desire therefore, said Certificate of Good Standing or other evidence, with such expressed desire for a dimit, shall operate in this Grand Jurisdiction as a dimit for the purpose of affiliation.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1998.

Sec. 33.03 Rejection of Application to Affiliate. (a) If an application for affiliation is rejected there shall be no effect upon the brothers membership in his current lodge providing a dimit has not been issued to the brother. (b) If the applicant for Affiliation is holding a dimit, said dimit shall be returned to the applicant. (c) A brother who has applied to a lodge for affiliation and has been rejected can apply to any lodge in Ohio, and may be elected to membership therein; the prohibitory rules of the Grand Lodge have reference to petitioners for the degrees only. Sec. 33.04 How Long Dimits Valid. (a) A dimit returned to the issuing Ohio Lodge within six months of the date of issue, with a request that it be cancelled, shall be accepted by said Ohio lodge without a ballot and it shall be forwarded to the Grand Secretary who shall, at once, cancel it and cause the Brother's record to show continuous membership. (b) If an Ohio dimit is held longer than six months and restoration is desired in the issuing lodge, an application for affiliation with the dimit attached may be submitted at any stated meeting and upon majority vote said applicant shall be restored to full membership. (c) A dimit may be used for the purpose of affiliation regardless of the length of time which has elapsed after its issue, but the acts and character of an applicant for affiliation shall be thoroughly investigated by the lodge before ballot is taken. Reissued Oct. 1998. 104 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

SEC. 33.05 Rights Lost by Non-Affiliates. Prior to affiliation the holder of a dimit shall not be entitled to sit in Lodge or to any of the other rights and benefits of Masonry. SEC. 33.06 Dimits from Other Grand Jurisdictions. (a) No Lodge shall admit to membership by affiliation any Brother residing in another Grand Jurisdiction unless that Jurisdiction holds no Masonic Jurisdiction over him. (b) Applications for affiliation from other Grand Jurisdictions shall be handled only as provided in this Chapter. SEC. 33.07 Certificates of Good Standing. A Lodge may issue a Certificate of Good Standing to an Entered Apprentice, a Fellow Craft or a Master Mason. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1956, 1986, 1994. CHAPTER 34 MASONIC OFFENSES 34.01 Unmasonic Conduct. (a) Any conduct that is unbecoming a good man and true, shall be deemed a Masonic offense and shall subject a brother so offending to Masonic trial and punishment. (b) It is Unmasonic Conduct to use mass media techniques to openly invite the general public to petition for Masonic membership; however, there is no objection to selectively identifying a man whom you believe would make a good Mason and explain that you would be proud to sponsor him for membership in a symbolic lodge. After the procedure for obtaining membership in a Masonic Lodge is explained, the potential candidate should be left to make his own decision and come of his own free will. (c) The use of the name of Masonry, or of Masonic emblems or devices for any purpose not legitimately Masonic, is hereby declared to be contrary to the fundamental principles of Freemasonry and is forbidden. .Masonic emblems or devices may be used in a Masonic printed publication to distinguish businesses owned or connected with a Master Mason. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 2016 (d) No officer of a Lodge or of The Grand Lodge shall endorse officially, circulate letters or other sales promotional material which is to be used for other than legitimate Masonic purposes, or for purposes which violate the Code or the fundamental principles of Freemasonry contrary to the best interests of the order, nor shall a Lodge Officer permit the use of names of the members of his Lodge for business or commercial purposes, provided, however, the Grand Master may endorse and permit solicitation under his and the Grand Secretary's administration and supervision, in connection with group tours or excursions limited to Masons and their families. In the sponsorship, promotion, or organization of any group tours whether by air, ship or rail or bus transportation, for Symbolic Lodge members or families, the code of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio shall be strictly observed without deviation. All Symbolic Lodge members invited to join or participate in any such group tour or trip shall be advised in writing at the time of such invitation of any "free" ride to be accorded to a Master Mason or a member of his family or of any bonus, rebate, discount, commission, compensation, consideration or emolument to be granted or paid by or on behalf of the tour agent to, or for the benefit of, any Master Mason participating or not participating in the tour or to or for the benefit of any person participating in such tour. CODE 105

The dollar amount of any and all such bonuses, rebates, discounts, commissions, compensations, considerations or emoluments and the value of any "free ride" to be granted or paid for on behalf of the tour agent shall be prorated among all participants on the tour, thus reducing the cost of each individual participant. The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio shall expressly disclaim in writing any and all responsibility for the conduct or operation of the tour or for the failure of the tour agent or travel agency to comply with the terms of the contract governing such tour. Said written disclaimer shall be issued to each participant. (e) To indulge in the excessive or habitual use of intoxicating liquors or abuse of mind altering substances shall be deemed a Masonic offense, and shall subject a Brother so offending to charges of UnMasonic conduct. Such excessive use shall also be a disqualification for initiation or affiliation in any Masonic Lodge. (f) *Removed in its entirety Grand Lodge Proceedings 2016* (g) Unless required by Court process or order, the communication of the proceedings of a Lodge to persons other than Masons is a Masonic offense, and shall subject a Brother so offending to Masonic discipline. (h) Members of Lodges chartered under The Grand Lodge of Ohio are hereby prohibited from becoming members of any Masonic Organization within the jurisdiction of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, which confers degrees in accordance with a prescribed Ritual and which requires Masonic Affiliation as a prerequisite to membership, unless such organization was in existence in the jurisdiction of Ohio on January 1, 1955, or unless such organization shall be hereafter authorized by action of The Grand Lodge of Ohio or the Grand Master. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1961, 100; 1964, 107; 1969, 81-82; 1976, 53-54; 1999, 2016 Reissued Oct. 1977, 1986, 1994, 1999, 2016

Sec. 34.02 Lodge Prohibitions. (a) A Lodge or Temple Company may rent, lease or sub-lease the public areas of its building, excluding the Fraternal, dedicated areas in which the Lodge Room(s) is located, to any person or persons or to any business entity for rental events at which alcoholic beverages are served. Licensed caterers only approved by the Trustees or Temple Company of the Lodge, shall have full responsibility for obtaining all liquor licenses and necessary insurance coverage for serving and dispensing all alcoholic beverages. Prior to undertaking the provisions to which this regulation applies, the approval of the Grand Master or his designee must be obtained. (b) *Removed in its entirety Grand Lodge Proceedings 2016* (c) A Lodge has no authority to levy a tax or assessment upon its members aside from the dues prescribed in its By-Laws. (d) The business affairs of a Lodge, the names of its petitioners or candidates initiated, passed or raised, and its list of suspensions or expulsions, are not matters in which the general public have any interest; the printing of such matters in any publication, either Masonic or otherwise, for public distribution is unMasonic, and renders the offender subject to Masonic discipline. 106 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A.M. OF OHIO

(e) It is improper to post in the ante-rooms a list of suspensions or expulsions. (f) It is a violation of the laws of The Grand Lodge for a Symbolic Lodge to send out notices, printed or otherwise, through the mail to its members giving information relative to candidates for degrees or affiliation, or as to suspensions or expulsions, in other than sealed envelopes, or if not in an envelope, folded and stapled. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 1986, 2016 Reissued Oct. 1977, 1986, 1999, 2016

(g) Masonic notices shall not be published in the newspapers or sent to individual members of a Lodge unless signed officially by the Master, or, in his absence, by one of his Wardens, and attested by the Secretary. (h) The following, being considered inconsistent with the customs and usages of Masonry are therefore prohibited: 1. The wearing of robes, used in conferring degrees, in a public Masonic procession; 2. The exercise of any Masonic ceremonial function that would detract from or interfere with the reverent observance of any national holiday, commemorating tokens of divine care, guidance and protection; 3. The circularization of the Lodges of this Grand Jurisdiction concerning any legislation pending before The Grand Lodge; 4. The participation of The Grand Lodge or a Lodge in a commercial enterprise without the prior approval of the Grand Master upon recommendation of the Chairman of the District Advisors; or by permitting the name Masonic to be used in connection with any commercial enterprise without prior approval of the Grand Master upon recommendation of the Chairman of the District Advisors. (i) Masons as individual citizens and as a Lodge may properly and should lend support to all worthy undertakings. 1. A Lodge may contribute funds for such causes if deemed worthy and by vote of a majority of the brethren present and voting; 2. A Lodge or other Masonic organization may use a Temple for entertainments, or charitable fund raisers, or benefits, with or without the serving of food or nonalcoholic beverages, which are open to the public at -large and charge admission or request a donation therefore, provided the net income therefrom is used exclusively for Masonic or non-Masonic charities or to defray necessary operating expenses, repairs or improvements of the Temple, and is otherwise in compliance with the Code. Ilist. ref Proceedings 1986, 1991_

Sec. 34.03 Lodge Appearances in Public. (a) Lodges may appear in public as a Lodge, only for the purpose of:

1. Celebrating the festivals of St. John the Evangelist and St. John the Baptist. CODE 107

2. The laying of cornerstones of Masonic Temples, of churches, or other public buildings.

3. The dedication, constitution and consecration, and reconsecration of Masonic Halls or Temples.

4. Funeral Occasions as authorized by the Code. (b) Lodges may, if authorized by the District Deputy Grand Master, participate in civic or patriotic endeavors. Each request to participate in a civic or patriotic occasion, endeavor or event must include full information concerning such occasion, endeavor, or event, and the extent of the intended participation by the Lodge.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1969, 78, 89, 2007 SEC. 34.04 Masons are encouraged to observe the Sabbath and may not schedule or attend Masonic events which would interfere with this observance.

SEC. 34.05 To Whom Applicable. All provisions of this Chapter shall be applicable to all Masonic organizations, to all organizations membership in which is based on Masonic affiliation, and to all Temple Companies, Temple Associations and other Temple operating groups.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1977, 80-81; 1986.

34.06 Pilgrimages and visitations to the Ohio Masonic Home are to be encouraged and nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to prohibit such pilgrimages and visitations at any time.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1974, 67, 68, 86.

CHAPTER 35 AMENDMENT TO CODE

SEC. 35.01 How to Amend. This code may be altered or amended only in the following manner: The proposed alteration to the amendment must be

(a) sponsored by not less than five members of The Grand Lodge; (b) reduced to writing and filed with the Grand Secretary; (c) entered upon the minutes of the Grand Lodge, and

(d) laid over until the succeeding Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge, when, if approved by two thirds of the members present and voting, it shall be adopted; provided, however, that any proposition may be acted upon immediately if no more than twenty-five of the members of The Grand Lodge object.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1985, 80; 1994.

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CHAPTER 36 RUFUS PUTNAM DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD SEC. 36.01 Creation of Award. As a means of evidencing its special esteem for those persons who have made an outstanding and lasting contribution toward the advancement of mankind, or who have rendered exceptional service to Freemasonry, The Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of Ohio hereby establishes an award to be known as The Rufus Putnam Distinguished Service Award of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio. SEC. 36.02 Qualifications of Recipients. To be eligible to receive the award a recipient must have rendered distinguished service in some field of endeavor beneficial to mankind, or be distinguished for eminent leadership and/or outstanding achievement in service to Freemasonry. Non-Masons, as well as Masons, shall be eligible to receive the award, but any person nominated must be a living person at the time of the nomination." Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1977, 81-82. SEC. 36.03 Design of the Award. The award shall be evidenced by presentation to the recipient of a walnut plaque, approximately 14-x14" in the shape of the State of Ohio. Across the top on a 1"x9" polished brass plate shall be engraved the name of the award. The name shall be in two lines. The top line shall be in 3/8" condensed letters and shall read: "The Rufus Putnam Distinguished Service Award." The bottom line shall be in 1/4" condensed letters and shall read: "of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio." Centered in the top half of the plaque shall be two 3" diametercast bronze medal- lions. The one on the left shall be a likeness of Rufus Putnam, the one on the right the Seal of The Grand Lodge of Ohio. Centered on the bottom half of the plaque shall be a 5-x9- polished brass engraving plate on which shall be engraved the name of the recipient, the reason for the award, the signatures of the Grand Master and the Grand Secretary and the year in which the award was granted. SEC. 36.04 Number to be Granted. The award shall be limited to one only during the term of any Grand Master. The Committee on Awards may refrain from making a nomination or an award in any year. SEC. 36.05 Committee on Awards. A Committee on Awards, consisting of five Ohio Masons, shall be created for the purpose of receiving and reviewing all nominations for the Distinguished Service Award. The first year the Grand Master shall appoint one member for five years, one member for four years, one member for three years, one member for two years and one member for one year. Each succeeding Grand Master shall appoint one member for five years. No two members of the committee shall be from the same Masonic district in Ohio. The selection of the recipient, if any, shall be made by the committee at least sixty days prior to the Annual Communication of The Grand Lodge, but no announcement shall be made under any circumstances except by the Grand Master. SEC. 36.06 Presentation of Award. The Grand Master may present the award at such time and in such place as he may determine to be feasible, prefer- ence being given to the Annual Communication of The Grand Lodge. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1976.

Reissued Oct. 1978 CODE 109

SEC. 36.07 Citation The Committee on Awards shall prepare and have inscribed a suitable citation, indicating the reason the nominee has been selected to receive the award. The citation is to be presented to the recipient with the plaque. A picture of the recipient and a copy of the citation shall be included in the printed Proceedings of The Grand Lodge, as a permanent record of the award. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1977, 82.

SEC. 36.08 Requirements The person making the nomination must be a member, in good standing, of an Ohio Symbolic Lodge. Nominations received by the Committee prior to June 1 will be considered for the award in that year. Nominations received after May 31 will be considered for the following year's award. Only those nominations received between June 1 and the next May 31 will be considered for that year's award. Nothing herein prevents a nominator from re-nominating any person. Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1977, 82.

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METHODS OF VOTING AND BALLOTING

Nature of the Situation How Vote or Necessary Chapter Ballot Taken To Pass Applying

Membership restoration after Written 3/4 Majority in Lodge Chapter 45 trial and sentence of suspension 3/4 in Grand Lodge Membership restoration after Written Unanimous in Lodge Chapter 45 trial and sentence of expulsion 3/4 in Grand Lodge Whether complaint should be Voice Vote Majority Chapter 42 referred to Trial Commission To return a verdict in trial before Voice Vote Majority Chapter 43 Trial Panel To fix penalty in trial before Voice Vote Majority Chapter 43 Trial Panel Trial of Entered Apprentice or Only Master Chapter 42 Fellow Craft Masons Vote Objection by member to Voice Vote Majority Chapter 31 visitation by non-member (reason stated therefor) Removal of objection previously Voice Vote Majority Chapter 31 sustained by Lodge Consolidation of one Lodge Written Signed by Chapter 17 with another Proposal majority of all members before presenting to Lodge Consolidation of one Lodge Written 3/4 Majority Chapter 17 with another Consolidation of one Lodge Written 3/4 Majority Chapter 17 with another (the Lodge approached)

Consolidation, with Written 3/4 Majority Chapter 17 new charter Approval of proposed new Voice Majority Chapter 8 Lodge by others in affected area

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How Vote or Necessary Chapter Nature of the Situation Ballot Taken to Pass Applying

Election of Officers and Trustees Written Majority Art. 1, Uni- form Code of By-Laws

Objection to installation Voice Vote Majority Chapter 18 of Officer-elect Standing Resolutions Voice Vote 3/4 of Mem- Chapter 16 bers Present

Petition for advancement to fur- Ballot Box Unanimous Chapter 26 ther degree by one previously stopped by objection Affiliation by dimit with Lodge Ballot Box Unanimous Chapter 26 other than Lodge issuing dimit Dimit returned lo Lodge issuing it Ballot Box Majority Chapter 33 more than six months after issuance Petition for degrees or affiliation Ballot Box Unanimous Chapter 26 by dimit Proficiency of Candidate Voice Vote Majority Chapter 27 Withdrawal of petition for degrees Voice Vote 3/4 Majority or for affiliation by dimit, after referral to investigating committee Objection to initiation, passing or Written Majority Chapter 26 Written raising (reason stated therefor) Rejected petitioner repetitioning Ballot Box Unamious Chapter 24 same Lodge Honorary Membership Ballot Box Unamious Chapter 29 Petition for restoration to member- Written Majority Chapter 30 ship after indefinite suspension for non-payment of dues Petition for restoration to member- Written Majority Chapter 30 ship after Lodge remits dues after member is indefinitely suspended for NPD Remission of all or part of dues Voice Vote Majority Chapter 30 for one or more members Uniform Code of By-Laws

FOR SUBORDINATE LODGES

BY-LAWS of

Lodge No

FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS

HELD IN

THE OF COUNTY, OHIO

ARTICLE I

The elective officers of this Lodge shall consist of a Master, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Treasurer, Secretary, Senior Deacon, Junior Deacon and Tyler, who shall be elected annually by ballot at the . (here insert the first, second, or otherwise specified meeting), in November and together with a Chaplain, a Senior Steward, a Junior Steward and a Lodge Education Officer* (which officers shall be appointed by the Master at the time of his installation) shall be installed into office within sixty days therefrom. There shall also be one trustee elected. A majority of all votes cast shall be necessary for an election. *Code Chapter 18 provides for Chaplain, Stewards and Lodge Education Officer. ARTICLE II

The stated meetings of this Lodge shall be on the * The hour of assembling shall be o'clock M. Special meetings may be called as provided by Section 21.03 of the Code. When a stated meeting falls on a legal holiday, it may be held on the following

(*Note—Insert here the day or days—not dates—of the week, as first Thursday or second and fourth Mondays, as your case may be.)

ARTICLE III

Applications for initiation or membership, accompanied by the necessary fee, shall be made in writing, signed by the petitioner, specifying his age, residence and occupation, and be recommended by two members of the Lodge. They shall be presented at a stated meeting; and, if received, be referred to a committee of three members, for inquiry and report; they shall lie over to the next or a subsequent stated meeting before any action thereon.

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ARTICLE IV

The fees for conferring the degrees shall be dollars, divided as follows• dollars for the Entered Apprentice, dollars for the Fellow Craft, and dollars for the Master Mason Degree. The fee for membership on dimit shall be dollars. The fee for affiliation by dual/plural membership shall be dollars. While the full amount of the fee may be deposited with the application for initiation, the fee for the Entered Apprentice Degree shall be in actual deposit before the one ballot for the three degrees is taken. The amount of fee heretofore specified for the Fellow Craft Degree and the Master Mason Degree shall be in actual deposit before the conferring of those respective degrees. There shall be but one ballot for the three degrees. A unanimous vote must be had in favor of the applicant for the degrees, or for admission to membership. (Note—Under Chapter 6, Section 6.01 (b) of the By-Laws, the $20.00 for the Ohio Masonic Home required from a petitioner must be in addition to the fee of the Lodge petitioned.) ARTICLE V After a petition has been received and noted upon the minutes, it shall not be withdrawn without the consent of three-fourths of the members present; but it cannot be withdrawn after the report of the Committee thereon. If only one black ball appears, a second ballot shall be taken immediately, but in no case shall a third ballot be used. ARTICLE VI

Every candidate for passing or raising shall, before the degree is conferred, be examined in open Lodge, in the degree already taken, and shall be found to possess a complete knowledge of that degree, before he progresses. After the Master Mason Degree is conferred upon the candidate, he shall learn and be examined upon the lecture of that degree in accordance with the provisions of the Code. ARTICLE VII Each member shall pay annually, in advance, the sum of dollars into the funds of the Lodge, at or before the stated meeting for the election of officers. ARTICLE VIII Each member who shall be in arrears for dues as of the last day in December of each year shall be indefinitely suspended and "Indefinitely Suspended for Nonpayment of Dues" shall be entered upon his record.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1986, 1991, 1998, 1999 REISSUED May 2000 BY-LAWS 115

ARTICLE IX

Any member in good standing and not in arrears for dues shall be entitled to a diploma on proper application, and on payment to the Grand Secretary of the established cost of the diploma for the use of The Grand Lodge. Hist. ref: Proceedings 1984

ARTICLE X The Master and Wardens shall be ex officio a Committee of Charity and have power, during recess of the Lodge, to draw orders on the treasury for any sum not exceeding dollars, for the relief of any one applicant.

ARTICLE XI

No Masonic punishment shall be inflicted upon a Brother, except suspension for non-payment of dues, unless it be done upon written charges and specifications made and presented to the Lodge in the manner prescribed in the Code; and the Secretary shall furnish the accused Brother a copy of such charges and specifi cations, and the proceedings thereon, and trial, shall in all respects be conducted in conformity to the Code.

ARTICLE XII The Master shall, at the time of his installation, appoint a standing Committee of three members of the Lodge, whose duty it shall be to take cognizance of the conduct of Brethren within the Jurisdiction of the Lodge, reconcile difficulties that may arise among the Brethren, and, when proper, prefer charges and specifications for the action of the Lodge.

ARTICLE XIII When the Lodge is opened, unless the Master shall otherwise direct, the following order of business may be observed: 1. Reading of the minutes. 2. Reading and referring petitions. 3. Receiving reports of Committees. 4. Presenting a brief Education Program. 5. Balloting for candidates or for admission. 6. Conferring degrees. 7. Receiving and considering resolutions. 8. Considering unfinished business. 9. Disposing of such other business as may lawfully come before the Lodge.

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ARTICLE XIV

There shall be Trustees (not less than three nor more than five), one of whom shall be elected annually by ballot to serve for a period of three or five years, as the case may be, or until his successor has been duly elected.

The duties of these Trustees shall be prescribed from time to time by the Lodge.

ARTICLE XV

No alteration or amendment of these By-Laws shall be made unless the same be proposed in writing at a stated meeting, when it shall be entered upon the minutes and lie over until the next stated meeting, when it shall require the sanction of two-thirds of the members present, and unless the amendment be an alteration of the times of the stated meetings of the Lodge or of the amount of the annual dues, it shall further require the approval of the Grand Lodge or Grand Master for its adoption.

Hist. ref.: Proceedings 1994. Table of Contents TRIALS AND TRIAL PROCEDURE

CHAPTER 40—Masonic Government and Discipline .01 Where settled (a,b) .02 Compensation

CHAPTER 41—Complaints and Charges .01 Complaints .02 Charges Preferred (a)

CHAPTER 42—Trial Jurisdiction and Trial Forum .01 Trial Jurisdiction (a,b) .02 Forum (a,b)

CHAPTER 43—Trial Commission .01 Appointment and Composition (a,b,c) .02 Judge Advocate (a,b) .03 Trial Procedure (a-p)

CHAPTER 44—Complaint Against Master .01 Who May Try (a-k)

CHAPTER 45—Penalties and Restoration .01 Penalties .02 Restoration to Membership (a-e)

119 Trials and Trial Procedure CHAPTER 40 MASONIC GOVERNMENT AND DISCIPLINE SEC. 40.01 Where Settled. (a) Masonic Government and discipline shall be settled in Masonic Tribunals only and not in the civil courts. (b) Each Lodge possesses the power to take, and it shall take, cognizance of the conduct of Brethren within its jurisdiction. If such conduct is determined to be unMasonic conduct the trial procedures as outlined in this Section and Sections 41,42,43 and 45 shall be followed. All Masonic Trials shall be conducted by a Trial Commission of the Grand Lodge of F. & A.M. of Ohio. SEC. 40.02 Felony. A Brother who has been convicted of a felony or pleads guilty thereto in a court of competent jurisdiction shall be charged with unMasonic conduct by the Master of the Lodge in which he is a member. Promptly upon receiving information of such conviction or plea, the Master shall appoint an investigating committee whose responsibility it shall be to obtain promptly a copy of the judgment order and to ascertain that the individual named therein is a member of the Lodge. After receipt of a copy of the judgment order and ascertaining that such individual is a member of the Lodge, the Master shall charge such brother, in writing, with unMasonic conduct, prepare specifications thereof, and forward the same to the Grand Secretary, who shall transmit the same to the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief for proceedings under the provisions of Chapter 43 of the Code. SEC. 40.03 Compensation. On a trial of a Mason for unMasonic conduct, no Mason shall receive, directly or indirectly, any compensation for services rendered in behalf of the Lodge.

CHAPTER 41 COMPLAINTS AND CHARGES OTHER THAN CHARGE OF FELONY SEC. 41.01 Complaints. Whenever a complaint either by information, orally, or in writing, is made against a Brother to the Master of a Lodge, of sufficient importance in his judgment to require an investigation, such complaint shall at the next stated meeting of the Lodge be referred to a standing Committee on Grievances, or to a special committee, and if possible to attempt to reconcile the difficulty. If the Committee decides that the matter calls for action by the Lodge, charges and specifications against the accused shall be reported and entered in full upon the minutes of the Lodge. SEC. 41.02 (a) Charges Preferred. Any member of a Lodge may prefer charges against a Brother for unMasonic conduct, specifying the particular acts complained of, which must be filed with the Secretary and entered in full upon the minutes of the Lodge. Provided, however, that complaints and charges against the Master of a Lodge or against a present or past officer of the Grand Lodge shall only be made in conformity with the provisions of Code Section 44.01. 121 Reissued Oct. 1984, 1991, 1995, 2005, 2006 122 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. &A.M. OF OHIO CHAPTER 42 TRIAL JURISDICTION AND TRIAL FORUM SEC. 42.01 Trial Jurisdiction. (a) An affiliated Mason may be tried for an offense only by a Regional Trial Panel in the region in which his lodge exists, or in the region in which he resides, or in the region in which the offense was allegedly committed. (b) An unaffiliated Mason may be tried for an offense in the same manner as described in (a) above.

SEC. 42.02 Trial Forum. (a) All Masonic Trials shall be conducted by the Trial Commission, after a majority vote of the Lodge making the charge and providing specifications thereof. (b) Entered Apprentices and Fellow Crafts shall be tried for unMasonic conduct, only by the Trial Commission.

CHAPTER 43 TRIAL COMMISSION SEC. 43.01 Appointment and Composition. (a) The Grand Master shall appoint a Trial Commissioner-in-Chief each year. The Grand Master shall also appoint a Board of ten or more Past or present Masters of Lodges in each of seven Trial Regions to serve as Trial Commissioners. (b) From the membership of said Regional Board, The Trial Commissioner-in-Chief shall appoint a Trial Panel of not less than three Commissioners, for the trial of any given cause, the first commissioner so named to the Trial Panel shall be the Chairman. In the absence of the Chairman, the panel shall elect a Chairman pro tempore. (c) At the discretion of The Trial Commissioner-in-Chief, State-Wide meetings may be held as deemed necessary. Such meetings should be held peri- odically for the purpose of "in depth training" of new commissioners. Such "training sessions" are to be conducted by The Trial Commissioner-in-Chief. (d) The Commissioners shall receive for their services and for necessary expenses in each case, such compensation as the Grand Lodge shall determine and the same shall be paid from the funds of the Grand Lodge. Commissioners attending "State-Wide" meetings shall receive mileage reimbursement, as determined by the Grand Lodge. (e) The distribution of Trial Regions shall be by the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief.

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SEC. 43.02 Judge Advocate. (a) Each Grand Master shall appoint one Judge Advocate in each Region, who shall serve for a period of one year, or, in the case of a resignation, until a successor is appointed. A Judge Advocate may be re-appointed by succeeding Grand Masters at their discretion. (b) A Judge Advocate shall, when requested by the Commissioner-in- Chief, conduct the prosecution of cases pending before Trial Panels and perform such other duties as may be delegated to him by the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief.

SEC. 43.03 Trial Procedure. (a) Whenever a brother other than the Master of a lodge, or a present or past officer of The Grand Lodge, shall be accused of any offense, which, if proved, might subject him to any Masonic punishment, the proceedings shall be conducted agreeable to the following: (b) The accusation shall be made in writing, with specification of the offense, over the signature of one or more members of the Lodge, and delivered to the Master, who shall submit it to the Lodge at its next stated meeting. (c) If the Lodge, by a majority vote of its members present, determines that the charges require investigation, and the matter cannot be reconciled without trial, the accusation shall be forwarded to the Grand Secretary, who shall, under the direction of the Grand Master, transmit the same to the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief. (d) If the residence of the accused be known, he shall be served with a true copy of the charges, together with a summons to appear at a time and place named in the summons, and make such answers to the charges and accusations as he may desire. The summons shall be served upon the accused fourteen days, at least, before the return day thereof. Such appearance may be made in person before the Chairman of the Trial Panel or by filing an answer in writing with the Chairman. (e) If the accused, after having been served due summons fails to appear or answer, the Trial Panel may proceed to examine the charges and accusations ex parte. (0 If the residence of the accused be unknown, the Trial Panel may proceed to examine the charges and accusations ex parte. (g) If the residence of the accused is out of the State, or is unknown, and cannot with reasonable diligence, be ascertained, a summons shall be sent to him at his last known address by certified, or registered mail for personal delivery, return receipt requested, at least thirty (30) days before the time appointed for his appearance. (h) A lodge or brother aggrieved by the failure of a lodge to determine that the charges require investigation may appeal to the Grand Master, who may, in his discretion, cause the charges to be transmitted to the Chairman of the Trial Panel, which the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief names, and the panel shall thereafter proceed in the same manner as above provideD.

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(i) The examination upon the charges and accusations shall be had at some convenient place and time to be designated by the Chairman, due notice of which shall be given the accused, and no persons shall be admitted except as counsel or witnesses. (j) All testimony shall be taken by not less than three members of the Trial Panel, who shall cause a record thereof to be taken by a stenographer, who shall be a Mason, or by electronic or other type of recording device, the expense thereof to be paid by the Grand Lodge. Witnesses, if Masons, shall testify on their honor as such; other witnesses shall be duly sworn before their testimony is given. (k) Each Commissioner of the Panel shall have the power to issue a summons to any member of the Masonic Fraternity then being or residing within the jurisdiction of this Grand Lodge commanding him to appear at the designated time and place and testify as a witness. A summons may be served by copy delivered in hand or certified or registered mail, return receipt requested. Witnesses summoned or appearing at the request of the board or any Commissioner may be paid their actual necessary traveling expenses out of the funds of the Grand Lodge. (1) Any Brother, duly authorized, may appear as counsel in support of or in opposition to, the charges during the taking of the testimony and in the argument of the cause, and the degree of proof necessary to establish the guilt of the accused shall be by clear and convincing evidence. (m) When the taking of testimony has been completed, the entire Trial Panel shall promptly give consideration to the case and render a verdict thereon, which verdict shall be by not less than a majority of the Trial Panel, and, if the verdict be guilty they shall affix the penalty, by not less than a majority of its members, which penalty shall be effective immediately. If, at any time prior to the ultimate disposition of the case, it shall be deemed advisable by the Grand Master, or by the Trial Panel, or by the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief, the case shall be referred, for counsel and opinion, to so much of the entire Board of Commissioners of Trials, as the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief may determine. A report of the proceedings and a summary of the facts in each case, including the findings of the Trial Panel thereon, shall be signed by the Trial Panel members, or at least by those joining in the verdict, and forwarded to the Grand Secretary, who shall retain it on file for at least one year for such future use as may be required. (n) The Grand Secretary shall communicate the action of the Trial Panel upon the case to the Secretary of the Lodge of which the accused is a member, which communication shall be read to the Lodge at its next stated meeting and entered upon the minutes thereof, and if a penalty has been inflicted, it shall be effective immediately and entered against the record of the accused. The Secretary of the Lodge shall promptly notify the accused of the action taken, under seal of the Lodge, by personal service or certified or registered mail. (o) A brother may at any time within one year thereafter appeal the decision of the Trial Panel in his case. When an appeal is taken under this section of the Code, the Grand Secretary shall transmit the original or a true copy of the report of the Trial Panel to the Chairman of the Committee on Grievances of The Grand Lodge, and notice of appeal to the Trial TRIALS 125

Commissioner-In-Chief, who will then forward notice of appeal to the Trial Commissioner of that region. The Committee on Grievances shall in such event, review the record at a time and place fixed by the Chairman, of which time and place the accused shall be notified not less than ten days before the meeting of the Committee, and he shall be permitted to appear before it either in person or by counsel, or both, and present his objections to the findings of the Trial Panel. After due consideration of the record and the objection of the accused, if he has appeared, the Committee shall report its recommendation to the Grand Lodge, which recommendation may either approve, reverse or modify the action of the Trial Panel, and this recommendation shall likewise be subject to correction or review by The Grand Lodge.

CHAPTER 44 Complaint Against Master or Present of Past Officer of Grand Lodge

SEC. 44.01 Who May Try. (a) The Master of a Lodge or a present or past officer of The Grand Lodge can only be tried by The Grand Lodge. Any lodge, or any three members thereof may make complaint in writing to The Grand Lodge of Grand Master against the Master of such lodge or a present or past officer of The Grand Lodge for unMasonic conduct or for nonfeasance, malfeasance or misfeasance. (b) The complaint and the charges preferred against such Master or present or past officer of The Grand Lodge, with the specifications showing the particular acts complained of shall be made out and signed in duplicate, and shall be transmitted to The Grand Lodge or to the Grand Master. (c) When charges are presented to the Grand Master, as herein before provided, he may then, or at any time thereafter, suspend the Master, or present or past officer of The Grand Lodge so accused if, in his judgment the good of the Lodge, The Grand Lodge, or of the Masonic Fraternity requires such action. (d) If such charges be presented to the Grand Master during the recess of The Grand Lodge, he may, if he deem such action best, visit such Lodge in person or by proxy, and endeavor to reconcile the difficulty, if, in his judgment, it be of such nature that a reconciliation is proper. If, however, in his opinion the charges so preferred are of sufficient gravity, the Grand Master shall forthwith duly notify the accused and furnish him with a copy of the charges and specifications filed against him. The accused shall be given an opportunity to make his answer in duplicate, one of which the Grand Master shall at once transmit to the Lodge or to the brethren making such complaint and charges. If the matter still appears of sufficient gravity the Grand Master shall then appoint a committee of one or more Past Masters, but not members of such Lodge, to take testimony.

Reissued Oct, 1995.

(e) It shall thereupon be the duty of the committee to fix the time and place for the taking of the evidence against and in favor of the accused. due notice of which time and place shall be given by the committee to the accused and to the Lodge, or to the brethren making the complaint. 126 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

(f) The committee shall at the time and place appointed proceed to take the evidence, and reduce the same to writing, as provided in Chapter 43 of the Code, and wherever the provisions of said Chapter are not applicable, then as the Grand Master may direct. When the testimony has been taken in the manner as above provided, the Committee shall certify to and transmit the same to the Grand Master. (g) The Grand Master shall present to The Grand Lodge at its next Annual Communication the charges and specifications preferred against the accused, his answer thereto, and all testimony relating to the same, together with such report and recommendation therein as he may deem proper. (h) The Grand Lodge shall thereupon take such action as it may deem just. (i) If the complaint and charges against a Master or a present or past officer of The Grand Lodge be made to The Grand Lodge while in session. The Grand Lodge may, unless the charges are otherwise disposed of, determine a time, place, and a manner for trial of the accused. (j) No provision contained in any of the foregoing sections shall be deemed to limit in any manner the powers of The Grand Lodge or of the Grand Master over the Master of any subordinate lodge or any past or present officer of The Grand Lodge. (k) After the expiration of said Master's term of office, his own Lodge may place him on trial for misconduct.

CHAPTER 45 PENALTIES AND RESTORATION

Sec. 45.01 Penalties. (a) The only penalties for unMasonic conduct being reprimand, suspension or expulsion, which shall be inflicted according to the nature and degree of the offense. A Lodge failing or neglecting to administer punishment ordered by the Grand Master (thru the Trial Commissioner-in- Chief) after the trial by a Trial Panel shall be amenable to discipline and its Charter subject to arrest and forfeiture. (b) The Grand Master may reverse, amend, or nullify all or any part of the decisions of any trial panel when, in his opinion, it shall be prudent to do so. Any such action, by the Grand Master, shall be subject to approval of The Grand Lodge, when in annual session.

Sec. 45.02 Restoration to Membership. (a) When a sentence of suspension or expulsion has been voted after a trial by a Trial Panel, the power of restoration exists first in the Lodge and then in The Grand Lodge. (b) All appeals for restoration must first be submitted to the Lodge to which the appellant belonged. Such application shall be in writing, signed by the applicant, and presented at a stated meeting. It shall lie over for consideration until the next or some subsequent stated meeting and there be voted upon by written ballot. TRIALS 127

(1) The vote in the Lodge to restore from suspension shall be by three- fourths majority.

(2) The vote in the Lodge to restore from expulsion shall be unanimous.

(3) Following the vote of the Lodge, and providing the vote of the Lodge was affirmative, the Lodge Secretary shall immediately forward the appeal to the Grand Secretary's office who shall forward same, along with the results of the vote taken, to The Grand Lodge Grievance Committee for their review.

(4) In the event the Lodge does not approve the appeal, the issue shall die. The Lodge Secretary shall notify the appellant of the action taken.

(c) Following study and review by the Grievance Committee the matter shall be brought before The Grand Lodge at it's next Annual Session. The matter shall be reported to The Grand Lodge along with the Grievance Committee's recommendation.

(d) The vote, by The Grand Lodge, to restore to membership, either from suspension or from expulsion shall be three-fourths majority of those delegates present and voting.

(e) If The Grand Lodge, after consideration by the Lodge, reverses the sentence of the trial panel, or restores a Brother from suspension or expulsion, such reversal or restoration shall operate to restore the brother to all the rights and privileges of Masonry, including membership in the Lodge from which he was suspended or expelled; and, in such event, The Grand Lodge may remand the cause to the Trial Commission for further trial.

Reissued Oct. 1995 CEREMONIES

OF The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio

Revised 1977 ANNUAL INSTALLATION OF LODGE OFFICERS (For use in installing Symbolic Lodge officers only)

(a) The annual installation of officers of the Lodge must occur within sixty days after election (Code, Chapter 18.01), at a stated meeting or at a special meeting properly called for that purpose. Lodge must be opened in the Master Mason Degree, except for a special meeting to which guests not members of the Craft may be invited (Code, Chapter 18.06 (a)). Tl.:m the opening and closing ceremonies may be omitted provided that all the requirements of (b) through (e) below are accomplished at a prior tyled meeting of the Lodge. Hist. ref.: 2000

(b) It is the prerogative, as well as the duty, of every retiring Master to see that his successor is properly installed (see Code, Chapter 18.06). The Installing Officer appoints persons to act as Installing Chaplain, Installing Secretary, and Installing Marshal. The jewels and aprons should be placed in convenient order on a small table or they may be left at the respective stations.

(c) Installing Officers will be addressed with the salutation (title) to which their Masonic rank entitles them. If a Past Master, "Worshipful"; if a Past or Present District Deputy Grand Master or other Grand Lodge Officer, "Right Worshipful"; if the Grand Master or a past Grand Master, "Most Worshipful," all as shown in the Officers' Manual.

(d) Prior to installation the Master-elect shall produce satisfactory evidence that he has received the Past Master Degree, either in a Chapter of Royal Arch Masons or in a regularly constituted Convocation of Past Masters (Code, Chapter 18.02). A copy of such evidence shall be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge.

(e) When non-Masons are to be present during the installation exercises, the following Order of Business and Instructions must be followed: ( 1 ) Except as provided in (a) above, OPEN LODGE IN MASTER MASON DEGREE (ONLY MASTER MASONS PRESENT) (if a special meeting, the purpose should be stated, and only that business may be carried on. If a stated meeting, all business of the Lodge, excepting those items directly connected with the Annual Installation of Lodge Officers itself, and including that portion of the installation as to any objection to installation of any officer/s, must be conducted in a Lodge at labor with only Master Masons present.) (If a room other than a dedicated Lodge Room, or one other than the regular meeting room, is used for the meeting, a Dispensation for the use of such room must first have been procured from the Grand Master.)

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(2) INSTALLING OFFICER IS PRESENTED AND ASSUMES EAST. (3) ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS-ELECT (also appointive officers, if desired). As names are called they take places West of A. under direction of Marshal. (4) INSTALLING OFFICER OR RETIRING WORSHIPFUL MASTER GIVES OPPORTUNITY FOR OBJECTIONS AT THE ANNUAL MEETING. If no objection is made, the installation will proceed. If objection is made, the Lodge must pass upon the merits of the objec- tors' reasons. If NOT SUSTAINED by the Lodge, the installation must proceed at this meeting; if SUSTAINED by the Lodge, the officer/s against whom the objection/s is made may not be installed at this meeting and the Installing Officer will proceed as circumstances dictate. The remaining officers elect and appointive should then be installed. If the Master-elect is not installed, the installation of appointive officers must be delayed. (5) INSTALLING OFFICER (when ready to proceed with installation) will call the Lodge from Labor to Refreshment and non-Masons will be invited into the Lodge. Non-Masons may participate in the Ceremony of Installation at the discretion of the Installing Officer. Introductions of or presentations by non-Masons may be made after the completion of the Installation Ceremony. At the sound of the gavel, officers resume places at A. (6) ANNUAL INSTALLATION—starting at "We are happy to observe that the Brethren of this Lodge still approve the choices which have been made and will proceed to install those officers"; and following as prescribed in the Code. (When the installation ceremony is completed, a social hour may be held, if desired, while the Lodge is called to refreshment, or following the closing, but it must resume labor for closing. While non-Masons are present officers and members will be careful to avoid the use of due-guards, signs, etc.)

(7) OTHER BUSINESS, if any (if a stated meeting, or if the call for the special meeting includes other matters).

(8) CLOSE LODGE IN MASTER MASON DEGREE. '(f) The order of installation exercises may be as follows: lst.—Music. 2d.— Pledge of Allegiance and Prayer. 3d.—Roll call of elected officers. 4th.— Installation of officers. 5th.—Vocal or instrumental music. 6th.—Oration or remarks. 7th.—Benediction. Music (optional )

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Pledge of Allegiance to Flag. Prayer.

Grant, 0 Lord, our God, that those who are now about to be invested with the government of this Lodge may be endued with wisdom to instruct their Brethren in all their duties. May brotherly love, relief, and truth always prevail among the members of this Lodge and may this bond of union continue to strengthen the Lodges throughout the world.

Bless all our brethren, wherever dispersed; and grant speedy relief to all who are either oppressed or distressed. We affectionately commend to Thee all the members of Thy whole family. May they increase in grace, in the knowledge of Thee, and in the love of each other. Finally: may we finish all our work here below with Thy approbation; and then have our transition from this earthly abode to Thy heavenly Temple above, there to enjoy light, glory, and bliss, ineffable and eternal! Amen. [Response by the brethren.] So mote it be.

[The brethren are seated. The roll of the elected officers is called, and as their names are called, they take their places west of Altar.]

[If the appointive officers are to be installed at this meeting, they, too, will take their places as their names are announced. If, for any reason, the Master-elect is not installed, the installation of appointed officers must be delayed.]

Presiding Officer—My brethren, you have heard the names of those who have been selected to rule and govern this Lodge. If any brother is apprised of any just or Masonic reason why any of these officers should not be installed, let him speak now, or forever after be silent.

[If no objection is made, he proceeds. If objection is made, it must be submitted to the Lodge at once for determination; if not sustained by a majority vote, the installation must proceed.]

We are happy to observe that you still approve the choice which has been made, and we now declare them duly elected or appointed, and will proceed to install them.

[The Master-elect kneels at the altar, and the remaining officers stand with right hands over hearts. Each officer

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will repeat after the presiding officer the following obligation: The other brethren are called up, and remain standing.]

Presiding Officer proceeds.—I do solemnly promise, in the presence of Almighty God, and of this Lodge, that I will, to the best of my abilities, faithfully and impartially perform all the duties incumbent on the office to which I have been elected or appointed; that I will conform to the constitution, laws, rules and regulations of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ohio, and that I will enforce a strict obedience to the same.

[The brethren are seated and the installing Marshal presents the Master-elect.]

Installing Marshal. — . Worshipful Sir, I have the honor to present Bro. for installation as Master of this Lodge.

[If preferred, the presiding officer may seat the Master elect and conclude his installation after the remaining officers are installed.]

Presiding Officer.—My brother, previous to your investiture it is necessary that you shall signify your assent to those ancient charges and regulations which point out the duty of the Master of a Lodge.

I. You agree to be a good man and true, and strictly to obey the moral law, to work diligently, live creditably, and act honorably by all men.

II. You agree to be a peaceable citizen, and cheerfully be conform to the laws of the country in which you reside.

III. You promise not to be concerned in plots and conspiracies against government, but patiently to submit to the decisions of the supreme legislature.

IV. You agree to avoid private piques and quarrels, and to guard against intemperance and excess.

V. You agree to be cautious in carriage and behavior, courteous to your brethren, and faithful to your Lodge.

VI. You agree to promote the general good of society, to ANNUAL INSTALLATION 141 cultivate the social virtues, and propagate the knowledge of the art.

VII. You promise obedience to the Grand Master and to his officers when duly installed; and strictly to conform to every edict of the Grand Lodge, that is not subversive of the principles and groundwork of Masonry.

VIII. You admit that it is not in the power of any man, or body of men, to make innovations in the body of Masonry.

IX. You promise a regular attendance on the committees and communications of the Grand Lodge, on receiving proper notice, and to pay attention to all the duties of Masonry, so far as lay in your power.

X. You admit that no new Lodge shall be formed without permission of the Grand Lodge; and that no countenance be given to an irregular Lodge, or to any person clandestinely initiated therein, being contrary to the Ancient Charges of the Order.

XI. You admit that no person can be regularly made a Mason in, or admitted a member of, any regular Lodge, without previous notice, and due inquiry into his character.

XII. You agree that no visitors shall be received into your Lodge without due examination and producing proper vouchers of their having been initiated into a regular Lodge.

These are the regulations of Free and Accepted Masons.

Do you submit to these charges, and promise to support these regulations, as Masters have done in all ages before you?

The Master answers, I Do.

[The presiding officer continues:]

My brother, in consequence of your conformity to the charges and regulations of our ancient Institution, you are now to be installed Master of this Lodge, in full confidence of your care, skill, and capacity to govern the same.

[The Master is then regularly invested with the insignia of his office.] 142 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO Presiding Officer: * * * Brethren, behold your Worshipful Master; Worshipful Master, behold your brethren.

[The various implements and furniture of his Lodge, embleatic of our conduct in life, are upon this occasion carefully enumerated.]

The Holy Writings, that great light in Masonry, will guide you to all truth; it will direct your path to the temple of happiness, and point out to you the whole duty of man. The Square teaches us to regulate our actions by rule and line, and to harmonize our conduct by the principles of morality and virtue. The Compasses teach us to limit our desires in every station, that, rising to eminence by merit, we may live respected and die regretted.

The Rule directs that we should punctually observe our duty, press forward in the path of virtue, and, neither inclining to the right nor the left, in all our actions have Eternity in view. The Line teaches the criterion of moral rectitude, to avoid dis- simulation in conversation and action, and to direct our steps to the path which leads to a glorious immortality. The Book of Constitutions (The Masonic Code) you are to search at all times. Cause it to be read in your Lodge, that none may pretend ignorance of the excellent precepts it enjoins. You will also receive in charge the By-Laws of your Lodge, which you are to see carefully and punctually executed.

CHARGE UPON THE INSTALLATION OF THE MASTER OF A LODGE Worshipful Master: Being elected Master of this Lodge, you cannot be insensible to the obligations which devolve on you as its head, nor regardless of your responsibility for the faithful discharge of the important duties annexed to your trust. ANNUAL INSTALLATION 143

The honor, reputation, and usefulness of your Lodge will mate- rially depend on the skill and vigor with which you manage its concerns, while the happiness of its members will be generally promoted in proportion to the zeal and ability with which you propagate the genuine principles of our Institution.

For a pattern of imitation, consider the great luminary of nature, which, rising in the East, regularly diffuses light and life to all within its circle. In similar manner it is your province to spread and communicate light and instruction to the brethren of your Lodge. Forcibly impress upon them the dignity and high importance of Masonry, and seriously admonish them never to disgrace it.

Charge them to practice out of the Lodge those duties which are taught in it, and by amiable, discreet, and virtuous conduct to convince mankind of the goodness of the Institution; so that, when any one is said to be a member of it, the world may know that he is one to whom the burdened heart may pour out its sorrows, to whom distress may prefer its suit; whose hand is guided by justice, and whose heart is expanded by benevolence.

In short, by a diligent observance of the tenets of Freemasonry, the constitutions, laws and regulations of the Grand Lodge, and above all, the Holy Scriptures, which are given as a rule and guide to your faith, you will be enabled to acquit yourself with honor and reputation, and lay up a crown of rejoicing, which shall continue when time shall be no more. The symbolic color of your station is white, and is emblematic of Innocence, of Peace, and of Wisdom. In its application to humanity the color white denotes purity, good reputation, and happiness.

[The Master-elect is seated in the East. He may then install the remaining officers of his Lodge, or request the officer presiding to,continue.

The Installing Marshal then severally presents the remaining officers for installation.]

THE SENIOR WARDEN

My brother: You have been elected Senior Warden of this Lodge, and are now invested with the insignia of your office. 144 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

The Level demonstrates that we are descended from the same stock, partake of the same nature, and share the same hope; and though distinctions among men are necessary to preserve subordi- nation, yet no eminence of station should make us forget that we are brethren; for he who is placed on the lowest spoke of fortune's wheel may be entitled to our regard, because a time will come, the wise know not how soon, when all distinction but that of goodness shall cease, and death, the grand leveler of human greatness, reduce us to the same state. Your regular attendance on our stated meetings is essentially necessary. In the absence of the Master you are to govern this Lodge; in his presence, you are to assist him in the government of it. I firmly rely on your knowledge of Masonry and attachment to the Lodge for the faithful discharge of the duties of this important trust. Your station is in the West. Its symbolic color is red, which is emblematic of Strength, of Zeal, of Virtue, and of Love. Look well to the WEST

THE JUNIOR WARDEN My brother: You are elected Junior Warden of this Lodge, and are now vested with the badge of your office. The Plumb admonishes us to walk uprightly in our several stations; to hold the scales of justice in equal poise; to observe the just medium between intemperance and pleasure; and to make our passions and prejudices coincide with the line of our duty. To you is committed the superintendence of the Craft during the hours of refreshment. It is therefore indispensably necessary not only that you be temperate and discreet in the indulgence of your own inclinations, but that you carefully observe that none of the Craft be suffered to convert the purpose of refreshment into intemperance and excess.

Your regular and punctual attendance is particularly requested, and I have no doubt that you will faithfully perform the duties which you owe to this Lodge and to your station. ANNUAL INSTALLATION 145

Your station is in the South. Its symbolic color is blue, which denotes Beauty, Fidelity, Eternity, Friendship, and Divine Truth.

Look well to the SOUTH.

THE TREASURER

My brother: You are elected Treasurer of this Lodge. It is your duty to receive all moneys from the hands of the Secretary, make due entries of the same, and pay them out by order of the Worshipful Master, with the consent of the Lodge.

I feel assured that your high character and your regard for the Fraternity will prompt you to the faithful discharge of the duties of your office.

THE SECRETARY

My brother: You are elected Secretary of this Lodge. It is your duty to observe all the proceedings of the Lodge; to make a fair record of all things proper to be written; to receive all moneys due the Lodge, and to pay them to the Treasurer, taking his receipt therefor. Your good inclinations to Masonry and this Lodge, I hope, will induce you to discharge the duties of your office with fidelity; and, by so doing, you will merit the esteem and applause of your brethren.

THE CHAPLAIN

My brother: I have the honor to invest you with our highest symbol, the jewel of your sacred office. The principles and precepts of Freemasonry are in strict accordance with the teachings of that Great Light in Masonry, which enlightens our life and illu- mines our love, and though Masonry does not pretend to be a religious institution; yet from her laws and from her teachings she should be an auxiliary to whatever is good and great—a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night—pointing the right way.

I trust that in your hands this jewel will prove a gospel of love, leading men to light and life everlasting.

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SENIOR AND JUNIOR DEACONS

My brothers: You are elected Deacons of this Lodge. It is your province to attend on the Master and Wardens, and to act as their proxies in the active duties of the Lodge, such as in the reception of candidates into the different degrees of Masonry, and in the immediate practice of our rites. The Square and Compasses, as badges of your office, I trust to your care, not doubting your vigilance and attention.

THE STEWARDS

My brothers: It is your duty to prepare candidates for the ceremonies of the degrees, and while doing so impress them with the dignity of our institution, and the moral and spiritual implica- tion of our Ritual. It is also your duty to participate with the Senior Deacon in the work of the Ritual. You are also to aid the other officers in the performance of their duties.

When the Lodge is at refreshment, you will assist at the tables, and help promote a true fraternal spirit among the brethren and visitors.

THE TYLER

My brother: You are elected Tyler of this Lodge, and I invest you with the implement of your office. As the sword is placed in the hand of the Tyler to enable him effectually to guard against the approach of cowans and eavesdroppers, and suffer none to pass or repass but such as are duly qualified, so it should morally serve as a constant admonition to us to set a guard at the entrance to our thoughts, to place a watch at the door of our lips, to post a sentinel at the avenue of our actions—thereby excluding every unqualified and unworthy thought, word, and deed, thus enabling us to preserve consciences void of offense towards God and towards man.

Your early and punctual attendance will afford the best proof of your zeal for the Institution. ANNUAL INSTALLATION 147

TRUSTEE (0 pt i on al)

My brother, the office of Trustee has been given neither jewel nor station, though it is no less important because of that.

Your reputation among your brethren as a wise, discreet, and prudent Free- mason has designated you for this post of high trust, and I offer my sincere con- gratulations.

The duties of Trustees are prescribed in the By-laws and Standing Res- olutions of the Lodge, the primary responsibility being that of the proper care and protection of all the property of the Lodge.

The scope of your jurisdiction will be extensive, but your highest value will come as one of the "elder Statesmen" of your Lodge.

Your powers will be great, and I have full confidence in your ability to exercise those powers with good judgment, remembering always that, as they are granted by your Lodge, so are they subject to and can never exceed those of the Lodge.

LODGE EDUCATION OFFICER

My brother, you have been appointed Lodge Education Officer and your responsibility to the Lodge and to its candidates will be great. Your duties are shown in detail in the Apprenticeship Program Manual and the Lodge Education Officer's Manual, I charge you to implement in this Lodge the Grand Lodge program of candidate and membership education which, if properly conducted, will help the brethren apply the lessons of Masonry to their daily lives. I know that with enthusiasm and dedication you and your Master Craftsmen can successfully meet this responsibility.

On the apron is a blue candle with a gold flame. This emblem symbolizes the light of Masonry, which is in your power to bring to the brethren of your Lodge. Be diligent and persevering in your efforts.

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THE MARSHAL

My brother, you have been appointed Marshal of this lodge and are now invested with the jewel of your office.

Your duty is to assist the stewards in the preparation of the candidates, both physically and mentally, to receive the three degrees of Freemasonry. It is also your responsibility to see that the candidate robes and associated paraphernalia, along with the preparation room itself is maintained in good order.

Your duties are of the utmost importance because it is from you that our candidates receive their first impression of our ritual. Your duties may also include assisting the Senior Deacon in the reception and proper introduction of dignitar- ies and guests. Your station is in the west and near the preparation room door.

THE MUSICIAN

My brother, I now invest you with the apron and jewel ofyour station (if such is available). The lyre is the universal symbol of music, just as music is a universal language. Its pleasing notes and harmonies give expression to sentiments of the heart and soul and touch the tender most chords of human existence.

Your contribution to our ceremonies is as significant as the ritual itself. Your station is at the console and to the right of the Worshipful Master.

CHARGE TO THE BRETHREN OF THE LODGE

Such is the nature of our constitution that, as some must of necessity rule and teach, so others must of course learn to submit and obey. Humility in both is an essential duty. The officers who are elected to govern your Lodge are sufficiently conversant with the rules of propriety and the laws of the Institution to avoid exceeding the powers with which they are entrusted; and you are of too generous dispositions to envy their preferment. I therefore trust you will have but one aim-to please each other, and unite in the grand design of being happy and communicating happiness.

Finally, my brethren, as this association has been formed and perfected with so much unanimity and concord, in which we greatly rejoice, so may it long continue! May you long enjoy every satisfaction and delight which disinterested friendship can afford! THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO 148A

May kindness and brotherly love distinguish your conduct as men and as Masons.

Within your peaceful walls, may your children's children celebrate with joy and gratitude the transactions of this auspicious solemnity! And may the tenets of our profession be transmitted through your Lodge, pure and unimpaired, from generation to generation!

[The Installing Marshal then proclaims the officers installed in the following manner:]

Installing Marshal.--In the name of the M:.W.'. Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, I proclaim the officers of Lodge, No. , to be duly installed.

Installing Chaplain.--Almighty and Everlasting God, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift, send down upon your servants here assembled the helpful spirit of thy Grace that they may truly please thee in all their doings. Grant, 0 Lord, power of mind and understanding upon those whom we have now clothed with authority to direct the affairs of this lodge. Fill them with the Truth of Thy Devine Doctrine and adorn them with humility of life that both by Word and example they may more faithfully serve Thee and the Brethren of this lodge to the Glory of Thy Holy Name and for the advancement of our beloved Fraternity. These things we asked in Thy Blessed Name. Amen.

Presiding Officer—This concludes the Installation Ceremony.

Vocal or instrumental music, if desired

Oration, Remarks, Introductions or Presentations (optional)

Non-Masons will be excused and the Lodge will resume Labor and close. INSTALLATION CEREMONY OF THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO REVISED A. D. 1953

[The installing Grand Officer takes the gavel, appoints a Past Grand Officer as Grand Marshal, and after calling The Grand Lodge to order, says:]

Brethren of the Grand Lodge, we are now prepared to install your Grand Officers for the ensuing year. (Invocation ) Brother Grand Secretary, have the Grand Officers been duly elected?

Grand Secretary.—They have, Most Worshipful.

Presiding Officer.—Brother Grand Secretary, you will report the names of the elected.

[Grand Secretary reads the names of the officers-elect. As each name is called the officer takes his position in line.]

Presiding Officer.—Brethren, you have heard the names of your elected officers, reported by the Grand Secretary, and they now stand before you. If any member of the Grand Lodge is apprised of any just or Masonic reason why any of these officers should not be installed, let him speak now, or forever after be silent.

[No objection being made, he proceeds:]

We are happy to observe that you still approve the choice made, and we now declare them duly elected, and will proceed to install them. Brother Grand Marshal, you will present the Grand Master- elect.

Grand Marshal.—Most Worshipful Grand Master, I have the honor to present Brother A. B. for installation, who has been duly elected Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio for the ensuing year.

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Presiding Officer. — Most Worshipful Brother, we most cordially congratulate you upon your election to this, the most distinguished and important office within the gift of Masons. The confidence displayed by the members of the Grand Lodge in elevating you to the supreme command is an ample guaranty to the Masonic world of your wisdom and of your worth. You cannot, my brother, but be aware of the deep and solemn importance of the station you are now about to assume; nor of the many cares and perplexities which attend its unequaled honors. These perplexities, however, will be greatly alleviated by the affectionate sympathy and active assistance of your brethren, who have full confidence that you will discharge the important duties of your station with credit to yourself and honor to the Fraternity.

I proceed to administer to you the obligations pertaining to your office.

[Here call up The Grand Lodge.]

You do solemnly promise, in the presence of Almighty God, and of this Grand Lodge, that you will, to the best of your abilities, faithfully and impartially perform all the duties incumbent on your office; that you will conform to the constitution, laws, rules and regulations of this Most Worshipful Grand Lodge; and that you will enforce a strict obedience to the same from all subject to your authority.

Grand Master-elect.—All this do I promise, God being my help. Presiding Officer.—I now, Most Worshipful, have the honor to invest you with the Jewel of your office, and with the emblem of your authority (hands the Gavel), and welcome you to the East of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ohio, and ask the privilege of being the first to assure you of my fealty and obedience. Brethren, behold your Grand Master. Grand Master, behold your brethren.

[The brethren, standing in their places, will now salute with the Grand Honors three times (three times nine). INSTALLATION CEREMONY 151

After the Grand Lodge is seated, the Grand Master may, if he desires, address the Grand Lodge. If it is his wish that the appointive officers are to be installed at this time their names will be called, they will take their places with the remaining Grand Lodge officers and be installed in regular order.]

Presiding Officer.—Brother Grand Marshal, you will present the Deputy Grand Master-elect.

[The Grand Marshal presents the Deputy, and the remaining Grand Officers in regular turn, in like manner as he presented the Grand Master-elect. The presiding officer will deliver the several charges as follows:]

CHARGE TO THE DEPUTY GRAND MASTER

Right Worshipful Brother, the office to which you have been elected is one of high dignity, and may become one of great importance; for, in the absence of the Grand Master from the Communications of the Grand Lodge, or from the limits of its Jurisdiction, you are by law invested with his powers, and exercise his comprehensive prerogatives. In view of such emergencies, allow us to remind you of the duty devolving on you, to be thoroughly prepared amply to fill his distinguished position with honor to yourself and profit to the Craft.

I now, with much pleasure, invest you with your Jewel and congratulate you upon your assuming your seat on the left of the Grand Master in the East.

CHARGE TO THE SENIOR GRAND WARDEN

Right Worshipful Brother: By the suffrages of the members of the Grand Lodge you have been elected their Senior Grand Warden. Be assiduous in the performance of your duties, so that you will truly be a strength and support to the Grand Master. I now invest you with the Jewel of your office. In the absence of your superior officers you will have supreme command. While in your present position, look well to the West. 152 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

CHARGE TO THE JUNIOR GRAND WARDEN

Right Worshipful Brother: Your brethren having shown their confidence in your fidelity by electing you their Junior Grand Warden, it affords me much pleasure to invest you with the Jewel of your office. Your previous devotion to the duties of Freemasonry is a sufficient guaranty that you will be a vigilant Warden, and that you will look well to the South.

CHARGE TO THE GRAND TREASURER

Right Worshipful Brother: I am happy to have the privilege of investing you with the Jewel of your office, as Grand Treasurer of the Grand Lodge, and to place in your keeping the books and treasure belonging to your office. Your unimpeached integrity satisfies me that the trust is wisely reposed, and your familiarity with the duties of your office makes it unnecessary that I should name them. I know that you will discharge them with fidelity.

CHARGE TO THE GRAND SECRETARY Right Worshipful Brother: With pleasure I invest you with your Jewel as Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge, and place in your charge its archives and records. The duties of the Grand Secretary in this Jurisdiction have generally been performed with distinguished ability and untiring industry, and I have a firm belief that the same devotion to duty will continue unchanged during your incumbency.

CHARGE TO THE GRAND CHAPLAIN Reverend and Right Worshipful Brother: I have the honor to invest you with the Jewel of your sacred office. The principles and precepts of Freemasonry are in strict accordance with the best teachings and maxims of the Patriarchs and Prophets; and though Masonry does not pretend to be a religious institution, yet from her laws and from her teachings she should be a mighty auxiliary to whatever is good and great—a pillar of cloud by day, and of fire by night—pointing the right way. Your station in the Grand Lodge is in the East, and on the right of the Grand Master. INSTALLATION CEREMONY 153

CHARGE TO THE GRAND ORATOR

Right Worshipful Brother: You having been appointed to the office of Grand Orator, I invest you with the Jewel and badge of your office. Our order is proverbial for being "slow of speech and of a slow tongue," insomuch that SILENCE AND CIRCUMSPECTION are commended as Masonic gifts and graces. It has, nevertheless, been deemed expedient that it provide itself with one of its number, a brother of good report, to be on suitable occasions a mouth unto them, and speak forth the words of truth and soberness. Your reputation as a wise and discreet Free Mason has designated you for this post of distinction. You enter upon the discharge of the duties of your office with the assurance of the confidence and respect of your brethren. Be it your care to merit that high meed; ever bearing in mind the first lesson in Masonry, that "Truth is a divine attribute, the foundation of every virtue."

CHARGE TO THE GRAND MARSHAL

Right Worshipful Brother: I now invest you with your Jewel as Grand Marshal of this Grand Lodge, and present you with this Baton as the symbol of your authority. You will make all proclamations directed by the Grand Master, and will arrange and conduct the processions of the Grand Lodge. Your regard for good order will prompt you in the faithful discharge of your duties.

CHARGE TO THE GRAND DEACONS

Worshipful Brethren: I invest you, as Senior and Junior Grand Deacons of this Grand Lodge, with the Jewels of your office, and with these black rods as the Ensigns of your authority. It was originally the duty of the Deacons to take charge of the several entrances to the Grand Lodge.

A later arrangement makes you the Proxies of the Grand Master and Wardens in the more active duties of the Lodge. Your devotion to Masonry will prompt you to vigilance and industry in the performance of your duties. 154 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

CHARGE TO THE GRAND TYLER

Worshipful Brother: Your office is a most important one and requires unremitting watchfulness and care. The Grand Lodge, appreciating your fidelity and activity, has reposed in you the great trust to guard this sanctuary from the approach of Cowans and Eavesdroppers. Be vigilant, and suffer none to pass or repass without proper qualifications and due permission.

We now invest you with your Jewel as Grand Tyler, and place in your possession the implement of your office. You will now repair to your station and be there in the constant discharge of your duties as Tyler of the Grand Lodge.

Right Worshipful Grand Marshal: You will proclaim that the officers of the Grand Lodge are duly installed.

[The Grand Marshal then makes proclamation, as follows:]

Grand Marshal:

By authority of The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Most Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Ohio, I proclaim that its Grand Officers are now duly installed and in their respective stations. CONSTITUTION AND CONSECRATION OF LODGES AND INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

[Note.—When a Charter is granted by The Grand Lodge, the Grand Master, or his proxy, appoints the day and hour for constituting and consecrating the new Lodge, and for installing its officers—see Chapter 8.05 of the Grand Lodge By-laws.

At the time appointed, the Grand Master or his proxy, and the officers selected to aid him, meet in an adjacent room to that of the Lodge about to be constituted. The new Lodge is opened by its officers, and the Master notifies the Grand Master by messenger that the Lodge is ready and awaits his pleasure.

The Charter should be on hand, together with a list of the names of the members under dispensation and those who were raised during the dispensation period, that is, all charter members. A small table should be placed on the floor of the Lodge midway between the altar and the East, with a goblet of corn (wheat), one of wine and one of oil, thereon, all of which should be covered with a white cloth. In order to prevent staining the carpet, a piece of carpet should be placed on the floor, on which the elements may be poured.

It is the prerogative of the Presiding Officer if he so desires, to designate other brethren, preferably Past Masters, to act as Stewards, Bearers of Lights, Elements, and Carpet, etc., and to include them in the Procession.

The Grand Lodge then walks in procession into the Lodge Room of the new Lodge, as follows:

Grand Marshal Grand Tyler Jr. Grand Deacon Sr. Grand Warden Grand Secretary Grand Treasurer Grand Orator Grand Chaplain Jr. Grand Warden Sr. Grand Warden Deputy Grand Master GRAND MASTER

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When the Grand Master enters, the Lodge is called up. The Procession moves clock-wise around the Lodge as far as the Junior Warden's station and then forms in line west of the altar. The Grand Officers are introduced by the Grand Marshal and the grand honors are given by the new Lodge. The Grand Marshal escorts the Grand Master to the East. Officers of the new Lodge resign their stations to the Grand Officers, and take their several stations on the left. Seats should be provided other Grand Officers. The Grand Marshal forms the officers and brethren of the new Lodge west of the altar. The Deputy Grand Master addresses the Grand Master as follows:]

Deputy Grand Master.—Most Worshipful, a number of brethren, duly instructed in the mysteries of Masonry, having assembled together at stated periods, by virtue of a Dispensation granted them for that purpose, do now desire to be constituted into a regular Lodge, agreeably to the ancient usages and customs of the Fraternity. [The Charter is presented to the Grand Master, who proclaims :]

Upon due deliberation, The Grand Lodge' has granted the brethren of this new Lodge a Charter, establishing and confirming them in the rights and privileges of a regularly constituted Lodge. The Grand Secretary will read the Charter. [After the Charter is read, the Grand Master then says:]

We shall now proceed, according to ancient usage, to constitute these brethren into a regular Lodge. [Whereupon the several officers of the new Lodge deliver up their jewels and badges to the Grand Marshal, who will place them in convenient order for use in the forthcoming ceremony of installation.]

Deputy Grand Master.—Most Worshipful, I present to you Brother , whom the members of the Lodge now to be constituted, have chosen for their Master.

The Grand Master asks: Brethren, do you remain satisfied with your choice?

[There being no objection, the Master-elect then presents severally, his Wardens and other officers, naming them and their respective offices.] CONSTITUTION AND CONSECRATION OF LODGES 157

The Grand Master asks the brethren if they remain satisfied with each and all of them.

[No objection being expressed, the business of Consecration begins. Music may here be rendered, if desired. The Grand Marshal, assisted by the Senior Grand Deacon, will, without orders, go to the small table, remove the white cover, and return to their places. The Deputy Grand Master, Senior Grand Warden, and Junior Grand Warden then go to the table, the Deputy Grand Master on the East, the Senior Grand Warden on the West, and the Junior Grand Warden on the South.

After which the first part of the consecration prayer is offered by the Grand Chaplain, as follows:]

Great Architect of the Universe! Maker and Ruler of all worlds!

Deign, from Thy celestial Temple, from realms of Light and Glory, to bless us in all the purposes of our present assembly.

We humbly invoke Thee to give us, at this and at all times, wisdom in all our doings, strength of mind in all our difficulties, and the beauty of harmony in all our communications!

Permit us, 0 Thou Author of light and life, great source of love and happiness, to erect this Lodge, and now solemnly to consecrate it to the honor of Thy holy name!

Glory be to God on high. Amen.

(Response by the brethren.)

So mote it be.

[The Deputy Grand Master takes the Golden Vessel of Corn, and the Senior and Junior Grand Wardens take the Silver Vessels of Wine and Oil, and sprinkle the elements of consecration upon the Lodge (carpet), each repeating:]

Deputy Grand Master-1 pour this Corn, the emblem of Nourishment, and consecrate this Lodge to Charity. 158 THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

Senior Grand Warden.—I pour this Wine, the emblem of Refreshment, and consecrate this Lodge to Hope.

Junior Grand Warden.—I pour this Oil, the emblem of Joy, and consecrate this Lodge to Faith.

Grand Master.—In the name of the whole Fraternity of Masons, I consecrate this Lodge to Faith, Hope, and Charity.:

[The Grand Chaplain then continues:]

Grant, 0 Lord our God, that these who are about to be invested with the government of this Lodge may be endued with wisdom to instruct their brethren in all their duties. May brotherly love, relief, and truth always prevail among the members of this Lodge, and may this bond of union continue to strengthen the Lodges throughout the world! Amen.

(Response by the brethren.)

So mote it be.

[The Grand Master then dedicates the Lodge in the following language:]

To the memory of the HOLY SAINTS JOHN, we dedicate this Lodge.

May every brother revere their character and imitate their virtues!

Glory be to God on high. Amen.

(Response.)

So mote it be.

[Music is supplied, while the brethren (or officers only if space is limited) of the new Lodge march in procession three times around the hall, then halt and salute the Grand Lodge with Grand Honors three times. CONSTITUTION AND CONSECRATION OF LODGES 159

The Grand Master then constitutes the new Lodge, in the form following:]

In the name of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, I constitute and form you, my beloved brethren, into a regular Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons. From henceforth I empower you to meet as a regular Lodge, constituted in conformity to the rites of our Fraternity, and the charges of our ancient and honorable Institution, and may the Supreme Grand Architect of the Universe prosper, direct, and counsel you in all your doings! Amen.

(Response.) So mote it be.

[The ceremony of constitution and consecration is followed by the installation of the officers of the new Lodge, which, if deemed advisable, may be done by declaration.] CEREMONY OF RECONSECRATION

[This reconsecration ceremony may be used as a sacred ceremony to commemorate an event or an occasion when its members feel the need of their moral and spiritual life being revived and stimulated.]

[At the time appointed for the celebration of the Ceremony of Reconsecration, the Lodge assembles in the Lodge room, the officers in their respective stations, the Holy Bible, Square, and Compasses on the Altar with the Bible open at the twelfth Chapter of Ecclesiastes, a small table (Card Table) covered by a white cloth of sufficient size to hide its legs, placed east of the Altar, ten chairs should be placed on the north side of the Lodge and ten chairs placed on the south side of the Lodge, extending between the Altar and the east, for the Grand Lodge Officers and Distinguished Guests taking part in the Ceremony.]

[The Worshipful Master will then open Lodge.]

[The Grand Master and his officers meet in a convenient room, near the place where the ceremony is to be performed, for the purpose of instruction and formation of the procession. The procession is formed under the direction of the Grand Marshal; the Grand Lodge moves into the Lodge room, through the Tyler's door, in the following order and in pairs, side by side:

[The Grand Officers march directly east from the Tyler's door until within six feet of the west side of the Altar, turn left at a right angle and form two lines across the room, then all face to the east. The Grand Master is escorted to the Altar by the Grand Marshal. The Grand Marshal steps a few feet to the north to make the introductions of the Grand Lodge Officers.]

Grand Marshal: Worshipful Master, it gives me a great deal of pleasure to present to you the Officers of The Grand Lodge, who will take part in the Reconsecration Ceremony. (Makes introductions keeping the Grand Master until last.)

(Done)

Grand Marshal: Worshipful Master, will you please have the Lodge extend Grand Honors to these Grand Lodge Officers. (Done)

[The Grand Lodge Officers then left face, column right by twos, and march once around the Lodge room opening ranks as they approach the east. The Grand Marshal takes his place at the head of the lines and calls for the elements of reconsecration one by one. As the element is called for the brother with the element will step to the center, between the lines, and walk east to the Grand Marshal, handing him the element and returning to his place in the line. The Grand Marshal places the element on the table covered by the white cloth, as it shall become the Grand Lodge Altar. The Grand Marshal then conducts the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Chaplain to their places in the east. He conducts the Senior Grand Warden to the west and the Junior Grand Warden to the south. (The Lodge Officers relinquish their stations to the Grand Lodge Officers.) The line of Grand Lodge Officers in the north line will be at their places and will remain standing. The Officers in the south line will follow the Grand Marshal to their places on the south side of the Lodge.]

Grand Master: I now declare The Grand Lodge of Ohio to be opened in emergent communication for the purpose of Reconsecrating Lodge No E & A. M. Brother Grand Marshal, you will attend the Grand Lodge Altar.

[The Grand Marshal arranges the Grand Lodge Altar as in the Master Mason degree.] CEREMONY OF RECONSECRATION 163

Worshipful Master: Most Worshipful Grand Master, the Officers and Brethren of Lodge No F. & A M., who are now assembled, have instructed me to inform you that the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge was pleased to grant them a Charter on authorizing them to form and open a Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in the town of They are now desirous that their Lodge shall be Reconsecrated, for which purpose they are now met, and await your pleasure.

[This is followed, if desired, by Music-Solo.]

Deputy Grand Master: Brother Grand Marshal, you will present the Charter to the Grand Master.

[The Charter is presented to the Grand Master, who proclaims:]

Upon due deliberation, the Grand Lodge granted the brethren of this Lodge a Charter in , establishing and confirming them in the rights and privileges of a regularly constituted Lodge. The Grand Secretary will read the Charter.

[The Grand Marshal is given the Charter by the Grand Master and presents it to the Grand Secretary who then reads the Charter. After the Grand Secretary completes the reading of the Charter, the Grand Marshal receives the Charter from him and returns it to its initial location.]

Grand Master: Brother Grand Marshal, you will assemble the Grand Lodge Officers about the Altar. (Done)

Note: The Grand Lodge Officers will assemble thus:

(G.C.) (D.G.M.) (G.M.) (S.G.W.) (J.G.W.) (G. Treasurer) (G. Secretary) (S. G. S.) (J. G. S.) (S. G. D.) (J. G. D.) (G. Orator) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (P. M.) (S. S.) (G. Tyler) (G. Marshal) 164 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Grand Chaplain: Great Architect of the Universe, Maker and Ruler of all worlds, deign, from Thy celestial Temple, from realms of light and glory, to bless us in all the purposes of our present assembly. We humbly invoke Thee to give us, at this and at all times, wisdom in all our doings, strength of mind in all our difficulties, and the beauty of harmony in all our communications. Permit us, 0 Thou Author of Light and Life, great Source of Love and happiness, to solemnly reconsecrate this Lodge to the honor of Thy Holy Name. Glory be to God on High. Amen.

Response: So mote it be.

Grand Marshal: The Grand Lodge Officers will left face and march once around the Lodge room. (Done)

[The Grand Lodge Officers, having returned to their former positions, the Grand Marshal will present the Golden Vessel of Corn to the Deputy Grand Master who will sprinkle it upon the carpet, saying:]

Deputy Grand Master: I pour this Corn, the emblem of Nourish- ment, and reconsecrate and rededicate this Lodge to Charity.

[The D. G. M. hands Golden Vessel to G. Mar. who will return it to the Grand Lodge Altar.]

Grand Marshal: Brethren, you will all give the due guard and sign of an Entered Apprentice, followed by Grand Honors once, taking your cadence from me. (Done) The Grand Lodge Officers will left face and march once around the Lodge Room. (Done)

[The Grand Marshal will present the Silver Vessel of Wine to the Senior Grand Warden who will sprinkle it upon the carpet, saying:)

Senior Grand Warden: I pour this Wine, the emblem of Refresh- ment, and reconsecrate and rededicate this Lodge to Hope.

[The S. G. W. hands Silver Vessel to G. Mar. who will return it to the Grand Lodge Altar.] CEREMONY OF RECONSECRATION 165

Grand Marshal: Brethren, you will all give the due guard and sign of a Fellow Craft, followed by Grand Honors twice, taking your cadence from me. (Done) The Grand Lodge Officers will left face and march once around the Lodge room. (Done)

[The Grand Marshal will present the Silver Vessel of Oil to the Junior Grand Warden who will sprinkle it upon the carpet, saying:]

Junior Grand Warden: I pour this Oil, the emblem of Joy, and reconsecrate and rededicate this Lodge to Faith.

[The J.G.W. hands Silver Vessel to G. Mar. who will return it to the Grand Lodge Altar.]

Grand Marshal: Brethren, you will all give the due guard and sign of a Master Mason, followed by Grand Honors thrice, taking your cadence from me. (Done)

Grand Master: In the name of the whole Fraternity of Masons, I reconsecrate and rededicate this Lodge to Faith, Hope, and Charity.

Grand Chaplain: Grant, 0 Lord our God, that those who are invested with the government of this Lodge may be endued with wisdom to instruct their Brethren in all their duties. May Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth always prevail among the members of this Lodge, and may this bond of union continue to strengthen the Lodges throughout the world.

Bless our Brethren, wherever dispersed; and grant speedy relief to all who are either oppressed or distressed.

We affectionately commend to Thee all the members of Thy whole Family. May they increase in grace, in the knowledge of Thee and in the love of each other.

Finally, may we finish all our work here below with Thy approbation; and then have our transition from this earthly abode to 166 THE GRAND LODGE OF F & A. M. OF OHIO

Thy heavenly Temple above, there to enjoy light, glory, and bliss, ineffable and eternal. Amen.

Response: So mote it be.

Grand Master: In the name of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, I have reconsecrated you, my beloved Brethren of Lodge, No Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio, and may the Supreme Architect of the Universe direct and counsel you in all your doings.

Response: So mote it be.

[The Grand Master could then make appropriate remarks, after which he would close the Grand Lodge and return the Gavel to the Worshipful Master.] CEREMONY OF LAYING THE CORNER OR FOUNDATION-STONE OF PUBLIC STRUCTURES

[This ceremony is conducted by the Most Worshipful Grand Master and his officers, assisted by such officers and members of Symbolic Lodges as can conveniently attend. The chief magistrate and other civil officers of the place where the building is to be erected also generally attend on the occasion. At the time appointed the Grand Lodge is convened in some suitable place. A band or other music may be provided. The Lodge is opened on the day of the ceremony, either by the regular officers or by the Grand Master in ample form, after which the brethren, in the insignia of the Order proceed to the place of laying the Corner-stone.

FORM OF PROCESSION (optional) Tyler with drawn sword. Band Two Stewards with white rods. Master Masons Past Masters Masters of Lodges Band Grand Tyler with drawn sword. Grand Stewards with white rods. A Past Master with a Golden Vessel containing Corn. Principal Architect with Square, Level, and Plumb. Two Past Masters with Silver Vessels, one containing Wine, the other Oil. One Lesser Light, borne by a Past Master. The Holy Bible, Square, and Compasses, borne by a Master of a Lodge, supported by two Stewards on the right and left. Two Lesser Lights, borne by two Past Masters. Grand Chaplain Clergy and Orator Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer Grand Wardens Deputy Grand Master Grand Deacons with black rods, on a line, seven feet apart. Grand Master

[The above form may be shortened to meet prevailing circumstances.]

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Having arrived at the objective point, the brethren halt and uncover. The Grand Master and his officers pass to the platform. The rest of the brethren surround the platform (inside the circle of spectators), forming a hollow square. The Grand Master is seated in front of the center of the platform, immediately surrounded by the principal officers of The Grand Lodge. Upon a table before him are deposited the Holy Writings, the Golden Vessel of Corn, the Silver Vessels containing Wine and Oil, and the working tools.]

MUSIC (if desired)

Grand Marshal.—The laying of the corner-stone of a public building is one of the most ancient and important ceremonies within the province of the Craft. To evidence that it is so regarded, I will state that this ceremony is only performed by the Grand Master of Masons in special communication of the Grand Lodge, convened for that purpose.

Brethren, we are taught that before entering upon any great or important undertaking, we should implore the blessing of God; you will therefore give attention to the invocation of the Right Worshipful Grand Chaplain.

[The following or other appropriate prayer.]

Grand Chaplain:

Supreme Grand Master of the Universe! Bounteous source of every good! Thou who didst inspire Thine ancient servant Solomon to build unto Thee a house, and didst of Thine own infinite grace accept the workmanship of his hands, and didst condescend by Thy spirit to dwell therein, grant to us that grace to-day that we may make an auspicious commencement of our labors and lay this cornerstone upon the eternal principles of justice and piety, and with reliance upon God and sacred truth. Bless our mother-earth, to bear firmly upon its bosom the edifice which today we begin to erect. Bless the hands of the bearers of burdens who may bring hither materials for the walls here to rise. Bless the wisdom that shall contrive, the strength that shall execute, and the beauty that shall LAYING CORNER-STONES 169 adorn this building, that in the eyes of all beholders it may present a monument of the prosperity of those who follow on to know the Lord.

And when the work of human life is ended—when we are called up to Thy Celestial Lodge to receive the wages for which we have faithfully labored, may we be found prepared, as living stones, for that spiritual building, that house not made with hands, eternal in the Heavens. Amen and Amen.

MUSIC (if desired).

Grand Master.—Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer, it has ever been the custom of the Craft, on occasions like the present, to deposit in the cavity of the stone placed at the northeast corner of the building certain memorials of the period in which it was erected, so that if, in the lapse of ages, the fury of the elements, the violence of man, or the slow but certain ravages of time should lay bare its foundation, an enduring evidence may be found by succeeding generations to bear testimony to the untiring industry of Free and Accepted Masons. Has such a deposit been prepared?

Grand Treasurer.—It has, Most Worshipful Grand Master, and the memorials are now in the casket before you.

Grand Master.—You will read the record of the contents of the casket.

[The Grand Treasurer reads from a manuscript the record of memorials.]

Grand Master.—Right Worshipful Grand Treasurer, you will now deposit the casket in the cavity prepared for it, and may the Grand Architect of the Universe, in His infinite wisdom, grant that ages upon ages shall pass away ere it again be seen by human eyes. Amen.

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[The Grand Treasurer lays the casket upon the basis-stone, on which the corner-stone is to descend. Then, by signal from the Grand Marshal, the corner-stone is lowered. The Grand Master, assisted by Craftsmen, will then spread the cement upon the lower stone, and direct the upper one to be lowered to its place. During the time it is being lowered and adjusted, there may be music if desired.] [The Grand Master descends, followed by his three chief assistants, to the verge of the Mason-work in which the stone lies, and there receives from the Grand Marshal the Plumb, Level, and Square, successively, with the following:]

Grand Marshal.—Most Worshipful Grand Master, the necessary preparations having been made for laying the corner-stone of this building, I present you the Plumb, Level and Square—those useful implements of the Craft by which you will be able to ascertain that the materials have been properly prepared, and the corner-stone wellformed, true and trusty.

[The Grand Master, taking the three implements in his hand, distributes them successively, the Plumb to the Junior Grand Warden, the Level to the Senior Grand Warden, the Square to the Deputy Grand Master. The following queries and responses are then passed between these four officers:]

Grand Master—Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master, what is the jewel of your office??

Deputy Grand Master.—The Square, Most Worshipful.

Grand Master.—What are its moral and Masonic uses?

Deputy Grand Master.—It teaches us to square our actions by the square of virtue, and it enables us to prove our work.

Grand Master—Apply the implement of your office to that portion of the foundation-stone that needs to be proved, and make report. LAYING CORNER-STONES 171

[The Deputy applies the Square to the stone and says:]

Deputy Grand Master.—Most Worshipful, I find the stone to be well formed. The Craftsmen have performed their duty.

Grand Master.—Right Worshipful Senior Grand Warden, what is the jewel of your office?

Senior Grand Warden.—The Level, Most Worshipful.

Grand Master.—What is its Masonic use?

Senior Grand Warden.—Morally it reminds us of equality, and its use is to lay horizontals.

Grand Master.—Apply the implement of your office to the foundation-stone, and make report.

[The Senior Grand Warden applies the Level to the stone and says:]

Senior Grand Warden.—Most Worshipful, I find the stone to be level. The Craftsmen have performed their duty.

Grand Master.—Right Worshipful Junior Grand Warden, what is the jewel of your office?

Junior Grand Warden.—The Plumb, Most Worshipful.

Grand Master.—What is its Masonic use?

Junior Grand Warden.—Morally it teaches rectitude of conduct and we use it to try perpendiculars.

Grand Master.--Apply the implement of your office to the foundation-stone, and make report. 172 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

[The Junior Grand Warden applies the Plumb to the stone and says:]

Junior Grand Warden.—Most Worshipful, I find the stone to be plumb. The Craftsmen have performed their duty.

Grand Master—This corner-stone has been tested by the proper implements of Masonry. I find that the Craftsmen have skillfully and faithfully performed their duty, and I do declare the stone to be well formed, true and trusty, and correctly laid, according to the rules of our Ancient Craft. Let the elements of consecration be now presented.

[The Deputy Grand Master comes forward with the vessel of Corn and pours it on the stone, and says:]

I scatter this Corn as an emblem of plenty. May the blessings of heaven be showered upon us and upon all like undertakings, and inspire the hearts of the people with virtue, wisdom and gratitude.

[The Senior Grand Warden then comes forward with the vessel of Wine, and pours it upon the stone, and says:]

I pour this Wine as an emblem of joy and gladness. May the Great Ruler of the Universe bless and prosper our National, State and Municipal Govern,rnents, preserve the Union of the States, and may their Union be a bond of friendship and brotherly love that shall endure through all time.

[The Junior Grand Warden then comes forward with the vessel of Oil, and pours it upon the stone, and says:]

I pour this Oil as an emblem of peace. May the blessing of peace abide with us continually, and may the Grand Master of Heaven and Earth shelter and protect the widow and orphan; shield and defend them from the trials and vicissitudes of the world, and so bestow His mercy upon the bereaved, the afflicted and the sorrowing, that they may know sorrow and trouble no more. LAYING CORNER-STONES 173

[The Grand Master, extending his hands, makes the following invocation:]

May the All-bounteous Author of nature bless the inhabitants of this place with an abundance of the necessaries, conveniences and comforts of life; assist in the erection and completion of this building; protect the workmen against every accident; long preserve the structure from decay; and grant to us all a supply of the CORN of nourishment, the WINE of refreshment and the OIL of joy. Amen.

(Response by the brethren.) So mote it be.

[The Grand Marshal then presents the Architect to the Grand Master, saying:]

Grand Marshal.—Most Worshipful Grand Master, I present to you the Architect of this building, Brother He is ready with his Craftsmen for the completion of this work, and asks for the tools that are proper to the undertakings.

[The Grand Master delivers to the Architect the Square, Level, Plumb, and plan of the building, successively, and says

Grand Master.—Worthy Brother, having thus, as Grand Master of Masons, laid the corner-stone of this structure, I now deliver these implements of your profession into your hands, entrusting you with the superintendence and direction of the work, having full confidence in your skill and capacity to conduct the same in such a manner that the building may rise in order, harmony, and beauty, and being perfected in strength, that it may answer every purpose for which it is intended, to your credit and the satisfaction and honor of those who have entrusted you with the work.

[The Grand Master and officers then return to the platform and resume their seats.

The band, if any, may play martial music] 174 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Grand Marshal.—In the name of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, I proclaim that the corner-stone of the structure to be here erected has this day been found well formed, true and trusty, and laid according to the ancient customs by the Grand Master of Masons.

Grand Master.—Brethren, the work of this day is done. In the deep foundation of this structure we have placed our memorial. Here we have, with becoming ceremonies, laid the corner-stone of a building, to be devoted to the material interests of the people of this enlightened, cultured, and highly favored community. The generations yet to come will gaze with pride upon this structure, and under its shelter prosecute the work appropriate to its several apartments. The enterprise, liberality, and wisdom of the men of today will not be forgotten. Future generations will pay due homage to your memories for this invaluable inheritance, and it will stand as a glorious monument of the estimate put by you upon the value of education, morality, refinement, justice, and religion, and may the Great Architect of the Universe shape their minds to a still higher appreciation of these sublime themes.

ORATION (optional)

BENEDICTION Glory be to God on high, and on earth, peace and good will toward men! 0 Lord, we most heartily beseech Thee with Thy favor to behold and bless this assemblage; pour down, like the dew that falls upon the mountains, Thy mercy upon Thy servants engaged in the solemn ceremonies of this day. Bless, we pray Thee, all the workmen who shall be engaged in the erection of this edifice; keep them from all accidents and harm; grant them in health and prosperity to live; and finally, we hope, after this life, through Thy mercy, wisdom, and forgiveness, to attain everlasting joy and felicity in Thy holy temple, prepared for all who put their trust in Thee. Amen.

(All respond.) So mote it be. CEREMONY OF DEDICATION

(At the time appointed for the celebration of the ceremony of dedication, the Lodge assembles in the Lodge room, the officers in their respective stations, the Holy Bible, square, and compasses on the altar with the Bible open at the twelfth chapter of Ecclesiastes, a small table (card table) covered by a white cloth of sufficient size to hide its legs, placed east of the altar; ten chairs should be placed on the north side of the Lodge and ten chairs placed on the south side of the Lodge, extending between the altar and the East, for the Grand Lodge Officers and distinguished guests taking part in the ceremony)

(The Worshipful Master will then open Lodge)

(The Grand Master and his officers meet in a convenient room, near the place where the ceremony is to be performed, for the purpose of instruction and formation of the procession. The procession is formed under the direction of the Grand Marshal; the Grand Lodge moves into the Lodge room, through the Tyler's door, in the following order and in pairs, side by side:

Grand Marshal Grand Tyler Grand Treasurer Grand Secretary Senior Grand Steward Junior Grand Steward Senior Grand Deacon Junior Grand Deacon Grand Orator Past Master with three Great Lights Past Master with Corn Past Master with Wine Past Master with Oil Past Master with 1st Light Past Master with 2nd Light Past Master with 3rd light Past Master with Carpet Past Master with Symbol Senior Steward Junior Steward Senior Grand Warden Junior Grand Warden Deputy Grand Master Grand Chaplain Grand Master (The Grand Lodge Officers march directly east from the Tyler's door until within six feet of the west side of the Altar, turn left at a right angle and form two lines across the room, then all face east. The Grand Master is escorted to the altar by the Grand Marshal. The Grand Marshal steps a few feet to the north to make the introductions of the Grand Lodge Officers.)

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Grand Marshal: Worshipful Master, it gives me a great deal of pleasure to present to you the Officers of the Grand Lodge, who will take part in the Dedication Ceremony.

(Makes introductions keeping the Grand Master until last.)

(Done)

Grand Marshal: Worshipful Master, will you please have the Lodge extend Grand Honors to these Grand Lodge Officers. (Done)

(The Grand Lodge Officers then left face, column right by twos, and march once around the Lodge room opening ranks as they approach the east. The Grand Marshal takes his place at the head of the lines and calls for the elements of dedication one by one. As the element is called for the brother with the element will step to the center, between the lines, and walk east to the Grand Marshal, handing him the element and returning to his place in the line. The Grand Marshal places the element on the table covered by the white cloth, as it shall become the Grand Lodge Altar. The Grand Marshal then conducts the Grand Master, Deputy Grand Master and the Grand Chaplain to their places in the east. He conducts the Senior Grand Warden to the west and the Junior Grand Warden to the south. (The Lodge Officers relinquish their stations to the Grand Lodge Officers.) The line of Grand Lodge Officers in the north line will be at their places and will remain standing. The Officers in the south line will follow the Grand Marshal to their places on the south side of the Lodge.)

Grand Master: I now declare The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio to be opened in emergent communication for the purpose of dedicating the Lodge room (temple) of Lodge No , F. & A. M. Brother Grand Marshal, you will attend to the Grand Lodge Altar.

(The Grand Marshal arranges the Grand Lodge Altar as in the Master Mason Degree.)

Worshipful Master: Most Worshipful Grand Master, the brethren of Lodge, being animated with a desire to promote the honor and interest of the Craft, have erected a Masonic temple for their convenience and accommodation. They are desirous

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(The Architect, if present, then addresses the Grand Master as follows: )

Grand Architect: Most Worshipful Grand Master, having been entrusted with the superintendence and management of the workmen employed in the construction of this edifice, and having, according to the best of my ability, accomplished the task assigned me, I now return my thanks for the honor of this appointment, and beg leave to surrender up the implements which were committed to my care when the foundation of this fabric was laid (presenting to the Grand Master the square, level, and plumb of an operative Mason), humbly hoping that the exertions which have been made on this occasion will be crowned with your approbation and that of rhe Most Worshipful Grand Lodge.

Grand Master: Brother Architect, the skill and fidelity displayed in the execution of the trust reposed in you at the commencement of this undertaking, have secured the entire approbation of The Grand Lodge, and they sincerely pray that this edifice may continue a lasting monument of the taste, spirit and liberality of its founders.

(If the building has not been erected under Masonic auspices, then the address of the Architect and the reply are to be omitted. The Grand Master proceeds:)

Grand Master: Worshipful and Brethren! I accept with pleasure the important and interesting duty which you request of me, and which our laws recognize as necessary. In doing so, I take this occasion to express our hearty appreciation of the enterprising spirit which actuated the Brethren to provide this Lodge room (temple) to be occupied for Masonic purposes. In accordance with the teachings of our institution, it is our duty, before entering upon any

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undertaking, to invoke the blessing of God. We will therefore unite with our Grand Chaplain in an address to the Throne of Grace.

(The Grand Chaplain offers the following or some other appropriate prayer.)

Grand Chaplain: 0 Thou Great and Eternal Lord God, source of Light and Love! The Supreme Grand Master and Mighty Architect of the wonders of creation, who from Thy throne in the Highest Heaven in mercy, lookest down on all dwellers of earth, lend, we beseech Thee, Thine ears to the prayers and petitions of Thy children now assembled in Thy presence. Pour upon us, and all the members of the mystic craft throughout the world, the rich blessings of Thy providence; give us strength to overcome temptations, to subdue our passions and to practice virtue. Fill our hearts with fear, without desolation; with confidence, without presumption; with piety, without illusion; with tender affection for Thy divine goodness, and love for our neighbors; make us faithful to our friends and charitable to our enemies. Let all our actions prove to mankind that our lives are sincerely dedicated to Thee, our God, and to the relief of our fellow creatures. And finally, when we yield up our breath to Thee, the source of life, may we, bearing the rich harvest of good actions, be admitted into that sublime and eternal Lodge, where happiness reigns without alloy.

Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible—the only wise God, be the kingdom, power, and glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

(Response) So mote it be.

Deputy Grand Master: Most Worshipful Grand Master! The Lodge room (temple) in which we are now assembled, having met with your approbation, it is desired by the brethren that it shall now be dedicated according to ancient form and usage.

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Grand Master: Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master! Agreeably to the request of the Masonic Fraternity, we will now proceed with the ceremonies.

Grand Master: Brother Grand Marshal, you will assemble the Grand Lodge Officers about the Altar. (Done)

Note: The Grand Lodge Officers will assemble thus: (G.C.) (D.G.M.) (G.M.) (S.G.W.) (J.G.W.) (G. TREASURER) (C. SECRETARY) (S.G.S.) (J.G.S.) (S.G.D.) (J.G.D.) (G. ORATOR) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (P.M.) (S.S.) (J.S.) (G. TYLER) (G. MARSHAL) Revised 1974

Grand Chaplain: Great Architect of the Universe, Maker and Ruler of all the world, deign, from Thy celestial temple, from realms of light and glory, to bless us in all the purposes of our present assembly. We humbly invoke Thee to give us at this and at all times, wisdom in all our doings, strength of mind in all our difficulties, and the beauty of harmony in all our communications. Permit us, 0 Thou Author of Light and Life, Great Source of Love and Happiness, to consecrate this Temple, and solemnly dedicate it to the honor of Thy Glory. Glory be to God on high, on Earth peace, good will toward men. Amen.

(Response.) So mote it be.

Grand Marshal: The Grand Lodge Officers will left face and march once around the Lodge room. (Done)

(The Grand Lodge Officers, having returned to their former positions, the Grand Marshal will present the Golden Vessel of Corn to the Junior Grand Warden who will present it to the Grand Master saying:)

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Junior Grand Warden: Most Worshipful Grand Master! In the dedication of Masonic temples it has been of immemorial custom to pour corn upon the Lodge as an emblem of nourishment. I therefore present to you this vessel of corn, to be employed by you according to ancient usage.

(The Grand Master pours the corn upon the carpet saying: )

Grand Master: In the name of the Great Jehovah, Grand Architect of Heaven and Earth, to whom be all honor and glory, I do solemnly dedicate this Lodge room (temple) to Masonry.

(The Grand Master hands the Golden Vessel to the Grand Marshal who will return it to the Grand Lodge Altar.)

Grand Marshal: Brethren, you will all give the due guard and sign of an Entered Apprentice, followed by Grand Honors once, taking your cadence from me. (Done) The Grand Lodge Officers will left face and march once around the Lodge room. (Done)

(The Grand Marshal will present the Silver Vessel of Wine to the Senior Grand Warden who will present it to the Grand Master saying:)

Senior Grand Warden: Most Worshipful Grand Master! Wine, the emblem of refreshment, having been used by our ancient brethren in the ceremonies of dedication and consecration, I present to you this vessel of wine, to be used on the present occasion according to ancient Masonic form.

(The Grand Master sprinkles the wine upon the carpet saying:)

Grand Master: In the name of the Holy Saints John, I do solemnly dedicate this Lodge room (temple) to Virtue.

(The Grand Master hands the Silver Vessel to the Grand Marshal who will return it to the Grand Lodge Altar.)

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Grand Marshal: Brethren, you will give the due guard and sign of a Fellow Craft, followed by Grand Honors twice, taking your cadence from me. (Done) The Grand Lodge Officers will left face and march once around the Lodge Room. (Done)

(The Grand Marshal will present the Silver Vessel of Oil to the Deputy Grand Master who will present it to the Grand Master saying:)

Deputy Grand Master: Most Worshipful Grand Master! I present to you, to be used according to ancient custom, this vessel of oil, an emblem of that joy which should animate every bosom on the completion of any important undertaking.

The Grand Master sprinkles the oil upon the carpet saying: )

Grand Master: In the name of the whole Fraternity I do solemnly dedicate this Lodge room (temple) to Universal Benevolence.

(The Grand Master hands the Silver Vessel to the Grand Marshal who will return it to the Grand Lodge Altar.)

Grand Marshal: Brethren, you will give the due guard and sign of a Master Mason, followed by Grand Honors thrice, taking your cadence from me. (Done)

Grand Chaplain: And may the Lord, the Giver of every good and perfect gift, bless the brethren here assembled, in all their lawful undertakings, and grant to each one of them a bountiful supply of the Corn of nourishment, the Wine of refreshment, and the Oil of joy. Amen.

(Response.) So mote it be.

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Grand Chaplain: As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. So mote it be. Amen.

(The Grand Master resumes his chair, and the Grand Lodge officers their respective stations. The Grand Marshal will then make the following proclamation: )

Grand Marshal: By order of the Most Worshipful Grand Master of The Grand Lodge of Ohio, I do hereby proclaim that the Lodge room (temple) in which we are now assembled has been dedicated to the purposes of Masonry in due and ancient form. All persons interested will take notice and govern themselves accordingly.

ADDRESS OR ORATION (optional)

(Address or oration by the Grand Orator or some other brother, or the following may be used by the Grand Master or his proxy: )

Grand Master: In response to your invitation, we have convened The Grand Lodge of Ohio in emergent communication, and have, in accordance with ancient form and usage, dedicated to Masonry these apartments, which have been so wisely arranged for your accommodation and so completely furnished. It is with pleasure that the Grand Lodge officers join in the ceremonies of an occasion so auspicious to the interests and history of your Lodges, and it is highly proper for me to express the interest of The Grand Lodge of Ohio in your prosperity, and its gratification that the Fraternity now enters upon an epoch of renewed success. I congratulate you, brethren, upon the beauty and convenience of your new apartments, and upon the increased Masonic interests which these can but excite. It gives me pleasure to observe these satisfactory surroundings, which prophesy so clearly a new era in your Masonic history.

Here in this fair and prosperous city, Masonry is now firmly established; here now it has a local habitation and a name; and it is for you to determine by your conduct, the value and the character of that name. The best founded of all human institutions may sink into

Revised 1974 CEREMONY OF DEDICATION 183 disrepute and fall into oblivion, if the high principles on which they are based are not exemplified in the lives of those who profess to be the exponents of the teachings and doctrines of these organizations. Our Craft aims, by its injunctions and symbolisms, to produce among its votaries the highest moral results. For such high and holy purposes you, my brethren, will, in this Temple, hereafter congregate. Here are to be held those reunions where you are to gather round that altar as brothers of a brotherhood extensive as the earth; may these high purposes be more than realized, may peace ever abide within these walls and prosperity adorn the place; may the best work and the best agreement here be seen; may the loftiest and lowest, all meeting on a common level, realize the blessedness of our order, the value of every virtue and the glory of universal charity. May the seasons come and go; yet, with the returning seasons, may the principles of Ancient Craft Masonry receive the fellowship of the living and of coming generations, until they shall extend from farthest east to farthest west, from farthest north to farthest south; and all men everywhere meet on the level, act by the plumb, and part upon the square. Then there shall be but one universal temple, but one universal altar, but one Grand Master, whose authority all men shall acknowledge and obey, whose presence all men shall enjoy.

BENEDICTION BY GRAND CHAPLAIN

Grand Chaplain: Blessed be the Lord that hath given rest unto His people. The Lord our God be with us, as He was with our fathers; let Him not leave us, nor forsake us; that He may incline our hearts unto Him, to walk in all His ways, and to keep His commandments and His statutes, and His judgments, which He has commanded. Glory be to God on high, on earth peace, good will toward men. Amen.

(Response.) So mote it be.

(The Grand Master would then close the Grand Lodge and return the Gavel to the Worshipful Master.)

Revised 1974 TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185 The Table Lodge A RICH HERITAGE

The observance of Masonic festivals, such as the Feasts of the Holy Sts. John, is one of the noble old traditions of our Craft that has been allowed to fall into disuse in the Twentieth Century. In the belief that the festive occasions could be revived to the enlightenment and pleasure of the Brethren, the ritualistic observance and the suggested program for the Festive Board which follow have been prepared. It contemplates the use of a Lodge for Table Instruction (usually known as a Table Lodge), another time-honored tradition unfamiliar to Ohio Masons. The earliest "ritual" of the French Table Lodge was long and elaborate. In a modified form a similar ceremony was then used in England. The ceremony suggested for use in Ohio Lodges is greatly abbreviated and simplified, but retains all the significance of former times. The Table Lodge is no mere banquet with entertainment; it is a special Lodge ceremony in itself, with a ritual, formalities and a special terminology which is of some interest. Particular care should be taken, therefore, to see that the observance is conducted in the proper spirit of the occasion, with the utmost dignity and decorum. When to Observe.—Traditionally, Freemasonry has two great festivals, the Feast of St. John the Baptist (June 24) and the Feast of St. John the Evangelist (December 27). The summer festival is an ideal time for a called meeting of the Lodge to confer a degree—particularly the Entered Apprentice degree—in late afternoon, followed by a Table Lodge in the dining room. The newly initiated Entered Apprentice thus would be admitted at once to rich Masonic fellowship. The winter festival long was a favorite time for installation of officers, but it is not recommended that installation be combined with a Table Lodge observance. Each is a distinct ceremony within itself, and each is filled with meaning. To attempt to crowd both into one evening would greatly prolong the program and detract from the enjoyment of each. Divine Service.—Each Lodge is encouraged and urged to arrange for attendance, as a Lodge, at divine service on the Sunday nearest the Feasts of the Holy Sts. John. Particularly is this appropriate at the summer festival in honor of St. John the Baptist. If the Lodge does attend a church service, there must be an invitation from proper church authorities for attendance by Lodge members in a body. ADVANCE PREPARATIONS A Tyled Lodge.—It must be remembered that a Table Lodge is a tyled Lodge open on the Entered Apprentice degree. Thus, arrangements should be made for proper tyling of the dining room throughout the Table Lodge observance. Any invited guests must be Masons, and the membership of any visiting Brethren should be verified. For a Table Lodge observance of the Feasts of the Holy Sts. John, it is not necessary that the charter of the Lodge be moved to the dining room. The Table Lodge is a Lodge of Entered Apprentices to enable the Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft to benefit by table instruction and to enjoy Masonic fellowship early in his Masonic life. Also, it was an old custom that the initiates served during the Hour of Refreshment. 185A THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M..OF OHIO

All the Brethren should be clothed as Entered Apprentices, and none should wear the uniform or regalia of any other organization. Note particularly that a special ritualistic ceremony for opening and closing a Table Lodge is provided. Under no circumstances may a Lodge of Entered Apprentices be opened in due form, that ceremony is prescribed in the Official Ritual and is confined to the Lodge room. At the appropriate time the Master opens a Table Lodge, using the brief ritual which begins on page 11. Immediately following the singing of "Auld Lang Syne" and the Chaplain's invocation, the Table Lodge is closed (page 12). Keep It Small and Intimate.—The Table Lodge should not be an occasion for getting out a capacity crowd. By its very nature, the Festive Board of Freemasonry should be small and intimate, thereby providing opportunity for Masonic fellowship at its best. Do not strive for size, nor for an "extravaganza" program. Keep it simple, personal, unsophisticated. Table Lodge Manners.—Our Brethren need not be reminded, we trust, that they should appear at the Festive Board attired in a manner that will reflect their respect for their Lodge and for Freemasonry. One reminder perhaps should be emphasized on the printed program, or by announcement of the Master, or both: The Brethren always refrain from smoking while the Table Lodge is open. Arranging the Dining Room.—In arranging the dining room for a Table Lodge, follow closely the diagram shown elsewhere in this booklet (page 10). Arrange the tables in elongated horseshoe pattern if at all possible, with the speakers' table representing the East. The Brethren should be seated on the outer rim of the horseshoe, with the altar in the center. Try to avoid seating the Brethren along the inner rim if at all possible. If the size of the group in attendance will not permit the traditional arrangement, then set tables for the Brethren at right angles to the speakers' table, leaving ample room for the altar immediately in front of the Master's chair. Do not crowd the altar— give it a position of honor in the Lodge. Entertainment.—The ritual for a Table Lodge does not offer an opportunity for any type of secular entertainment. It is not an occasion for comedians, nor magicians, nor vaudeville artists, nor tap dancers. Music during the dinner is to be encouraged, but it should be appropriate to the occasion, and it must be provided by Masons. Singing the Odes.—Freemasons traditionally were known for their singing. They sang a great deal, and they enjoyed it. Regretably, singing among the Craft also has fallen into disuse, but many of the fine old Masonic odes have been handed down to us. The festivals and the Table Lodge provide an excellent opportunity for the custom to be revived. In arranging for the Feasts of the Holy Sts. John, particular attention should be given to the singing of the odes. The help of some Brethren who are good singers should be enlisted. They should be made familiar with the odes, all of which are set to well known tunes. If possible, secure a Mason who is a good pianist to be accompanist. If the Lodge has a choir, the effect can be especially impressive. Your Speaker.—The success of a Masonic festival depends to a great extent upon the quality of the Brother who delivers the address. Bear in mind four important points: (1) The address should be limited to no more than 20 minutes, (2) it should be inspirational in tone, (3) vulgarity and suggestive stories should never be permitted, (4) any type of subject matter not appropriate to the occasion should be avoided. Insist that the address be strictly Masonic. The Festive Board of Freemasonry is not a time for talking up a pet movement, nor for selling a project, nor for solicitation of funds. Denunciations are out of place, and certainly there should be no discussions with sectarian or political overtones, however cleverly concealed they may be. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185B

Box of Fraternal Assistance.—Another time-honored but neglected Masonic custom is the passing of the Box of Fraternal Assistance. The festivals of the Craft and the Table Lodge provide the natural setting for a positive act of rededication and the reaffirmation of the great Tenet of Charity. It is the duty of the Stewards to provide the box and to pass it among the Brethren at the proper time. The Master should announce that the Box of Fraternal Assistance is to be passed and state the purpose for which the gift shall be used. The Master himself should determine the purpose. It is suggested that St. John's Day would be a good time for the Brethren to augment the Lodge Relief Fund. Whatever the purpose, it should be for charity—never for a building fund, or the purchase of equipment, or a donation to another organization. The Grand Master's Message.—The message from the Grand Master should be one of the highlights of the occasion. Select a Brother who is an effective reader to present the message. Take particular pains to see that the Brethren are able to hear both the speaker's address and the Grand Master's message. Permit no interruptions, no conversation or clatter of dishes in the kitchen while the Table Lodge is in progress. The Traditional Toasts.—The Ceremony of the Seven Toasts should be the climax of the evening's fellowship. For this solemn ceremony, one important rule must he observed. Alcoholic beverages may not be used at a Masonic banquet in Ohio. However, do not make the mistake of going to the opposite extreme with the use of water. Try to strike a happy medium. Provide a beverage that will add to the festive spirit and still be consistent with American Masonic standards. A good fruit punch is best, especially a hot spiced punch. Several recipes for such a preparation are included in this booklet (page 8). The recommended plan is to have the punch glasses or cups with the table setting, and leave them at each place when the tables are cleared. If desired, the punch can be kept hot in the kitchen until the time for the Ceremony of the Seven Toasts. At the proper time, Entered Apprentices, Fellow Crafts and newly raised Master Masons may retire, bring in the punch in large pitchers, fill the glasses, and then take their places at the table. It is helpful if a Brother who is familiar with the practice of drinking Masonic toasts can give a few words of instruction prior to the ceremony. Above all, the Master should not permit levity nor burlesque during such a solemn rite. Rehearsals.—For best results, some rehearsal by the officers of the Lodge in advance of a Table Lodge festival is recommended in order that there shall be no confusion. The rehearsal should include the rituals of opening and closing, and the Ceremony of the Seven Toasts, described in the paragraphs which follow. A successful Table Lodge ceremony can not be held unless the plan is thoroughly understood and carried out with precision. If the officers are familiar with it, others will quickly conform.

THE TRADITIONAL TOASTS

Interesting Background.—Traditionally, the Ceremony of the Toasts made use of a fascinating nomenclature. The moment the Table Lodge was opened everything in the dining room assumed names associated with the military forces. Thus, glasses became cannons; the beverage became powder; bread was rough ashlar; food, materials; knives, swords, etc. Military commands were given when the toasts were proposed.

For example, when the "cannons" were "charged," the Master would propose the toast using the terms, "Right hand to arms . . Ready . . Aim . . Fire. Good fire. Fire all! . . Present arms."

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The Seven Toasts.—The traditional toasts usually include the following combination and in the order given: 1. To Our Country (always given by the W.M.). 2. * To the Holy Saints John. 3. * To the Memory of Our Departed Brethren. 4. * To the Grand Master. 5. To Lodge (always given by the J.W.). 6. To Our Visiting Brethren (always given by the S.W.). 7. To All Freemasons Wheresoever Dispersed (always given by the Tyler).

Toasts That May and Must Be Used.—Two toasts are always used on all occasions: The Toast to Our Country and the Tyler's Toast (To All Freemasons Wheresoever Dispersed). On proper occasions, other toasts may be substituted for one or more of the seven listed above, such as: To the President of the United States, to our Brethren in the Armed Forces of the United States, to the Initiates, to the Past Masters, to the Founders of Our Lodge, to the Masonic Charities, to our Ancient Craft, to the Memory of the Illustrious Three, and many others. Responses.—Oftentimes, brief and appropriate responses are given to the toasts. It is not recommended that responses be included in the program until the pleasant old custom becomes more familiar to our Brethren. How to Conduct the Ceremony.—The most simple and easy manner of conducting the Ceremony of the Seven Toasts is as follows: When the time comes for the Master to propose the first toast (To Our Country), he rises and calls up the Brethren with three raps of the gavel. He then offers the toast: Master: "Brethren, I have the honor to propose a toast to our Country: Long may our land be bright with Freedom's holy light; Protect us by Thy might, Great God our King!" Master: "With me, Brethren." (Master reaches for his glass, the Brethren imitating him. All raise their glasses, holding them breast high and at full arm's length). Master: "To our Country!" Response: "To our Country!" (Imitating the Master, all bring glasses to lips, drink toast briefly. Then glasses are returned to arm's length, breast high, then the glasses are set down at the same instant). Exactly the same procedure is followed in proposing and drinking the remaining toasts. Who Participates.—All the Brethren participate in the toasts at exactly the same instant except those whose health is being proposed. Thus, when the Junior Warden offers a toast to the Lodge, the Master remains seated and does not participate; when the Senior Warden proposes a toast to the Visiting Brethren, the visitors remain seated and do not join in the drinking.

*May be given by any Brother designated by the Master. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185D

RECIPES FOR PUNCH

HOT WASSAIL CUP COLD FRUIT PUNCH (Serves 36) (Serves 50) 1 lb. 4 oz. sugar Juice of 18 oranges 1 qt. & 1 pt. water Juice of 12 lemons 1/4 tbsp. whole cloves Juice of 4 grapefruit 5 cinnamon sticks 4 lbs. sugar 5 allspice berries 21/2 tbsp. chopped, crystallized Add ice water to make 2 3/4 gal. of liquid. ginger When ready to serve add 1 qt. ginger ale. Boil for 10 minutes. Cover and let stand 1 hour in warm place. Strain, then add: COLD CRANBERRY PUNCH 1 qt. strained orange juice (Serves 50, 1/2 cup each) 2 1/2 cups strained lemon juice, mixed 6 pts. cranberry juice cocktail 2 1/2 qts. sweet cider 1 1/2 qts. orange juice (12 oranges) When ready to serve, heat quickly to 2 1/2 cups lemon juice (12 lemons) boiling point. Pour over crab apples or roasted 3 cups pineapple juice apples in punch bowl. Yield: 1 gallon and 1 3 cups sugar quart.— (Courtesy Indiana Memorial Union.) 1 1/2 qts. water

HOT SPICED CRANBERRY BUBBLING JADE PUNCH PUNCH 1 package lime-flavored gelatin (Serves 30) 1 cup hot water 2 qts. cooled tea, made double 2 cups cold water strength 1 can (6 oz.) frozen concentrated 1 six-oz. can undiluted frozen lemonade lemonade 1 cup pineapple juice 1 qt. sweetened cranberry juice 1 qt. bottle sparkling water 1 qt. orange juice Dissolve gelatin in hot water. Add cold Heat mixture with 6 or 8 sticks of water, concentrated lemonade and pineapple cinnamon bark, 2 tbsp. whole cloves, 2 tbsp. juice; blend well. Before serving, add sparkling allspice, tied in cheese cloth bag. water. Makes 15 to 20 four-ounce servings.

FRUIT MEDLEY PUNCH RASPBERRY SHRUB 1 can (6 oz.) frozen concentrated 4 pkgs. (10 oz. each) frozen lemonade raspberries, thawed 1 can (6 oz.) frozen concentrated 1 can (6 oz.) frozen lemonade orange and grapefruit juice concentrate 1 can (6 oz.) frozen concentrated 2 qt. bottles sparkling water, or 1 qt. tangerine juice bottle sparkling water plus 1 qt. 6 cups cold water water 1 cup cold tea 2 qts. cold ginger ale Cook raspberries 10 min. Strain and cool. Add lemonade concentrate and sparkling Combine juices, water and tea, and mix water. Serve immediately with crushed ice. well. Add ginger ale. Pour over block of ice in Makes 12 servings. Note—All ingredients punch bowl. Makes about 4 qts. (without ice) except sparkling water may be mixed ahead of or enough for 35 four-ounce servings. time. 185E THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A.M. OF OHIO

CRANBERRY PARTY PUNCH PARTY PUNCH 2 cans (6 oz.) frozen concentrated 4 qts. water limeade 3 cups sugar 6 cans water 2 cans (6 oz.) frozen lemon juice 4 cups cranberry juice 1 qt. apple juice 2 qts. cranberry juice Combine limeade, water and cranberry 1 pt. orange juice juice; mix well. Serve over ice in punch 1 pt. strong black tea bowl. Garnish with orange slices and Mix water and sugar; bring to boil. maraschino cherries. Makes about 2 1/2 qts. Combine with rest of ingredients. Mix well. (without ice) or enough for 16 to 20 servings Chill before using. Makes 2 gal., or 40 iced. servings. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185F

DINING ROOM ARRANGEMENT FOR TABLE LODGE

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1 W.M. 4 Treas. 7 J.D. 10 J.S. 2 S.W. 5 Secy. 8 Chaplain 11 Tyler 3 J.W. 6 S.D. 9 S.S. 12 Guests A-1 Position of Altar A-2 Alternate position of Altar 185G THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

MINIMUM STANDARDS FORA TABLE LODGE Each Lodge is mandated by the Grand Master to adhere to the following minimum standards when holding a Table Lodge:

THE DINNER 1. Table Lodge will be conducted only in connection with a dinner, and not otherwise 2. To be held in dining room, and not elsewhere 3. To be served (rather than cafeteria) 4. To be complete dinner (rather than sandwiches, potato chips, etc.) with menu that will enhance the image of Freemasonry

DECOR OF DINING ROOM 5. Dining room to be attractive for occasion with tasteful decorations, etc. 6. Complete table coverings to be used (in contrast to narrow sheets of paper) 7. Attractive table settings to be used (floral centerpieces, candles, etc.) 8. Fruit punch to be used for Ceremony of Seven Toasts and served in glass punch cups or glasses

THE PROGRAM 9. Temple to be free of all competing events 10. Table Lodge to be complete in itself (not combined with other activities, such as installation of officers, presentation of awards, etc.) 11. Appropriate instrumental music to be provided for dinner and as accompaniment for singing 12. Good singers to be recruited from among the Brethren, rehearsed and used in stimulating others to sing the odes 13. Box of Fraternal Assistance to be passed 14. Gift in Box of Fraternal Assistance to be used for charitable purposes consistent with Symbolic Masonry

THE SPEAKER 15. Address by Masonic speaker (not discussion, travelogue, showing of slides, pep talk, etc.) 16. Speaker understands his address must be Masonic address (not sectarian sermon or speech with political overtones) TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185H

RITUAL FOR A TABLE LODGE Opening W.M. calls up Lodge for invocation. Chaplain: Supreme Ruler of the Universe, we would reverently invoke Thy blessing at this time. Wilt Thou be pleased to grant that this meeting, thus begun in order, may be conducted in peace and closed in harmony. Amen. Response: So mote it be. W.M. seats Lodge, then raps once. Wardens rise. W.M.: Brothers Senior and Junior Warden, invite our Brethren on the columns of the North and South to assist us in opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and one of Table Instruction. S.W.: Brethren in the column of the North, assist us in opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and one of Table Instruction. J. W.: Brethren in the column of the South, assist us in opening a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and one of Table Instruction. W.M.: Brother Senior Warden, are you a Mason? S.W.: All my Brethren know me as such. W.M.: What is the first care of a Mason? S.W.: To see if the Lodge is tyled. W.M.: Satisfy yourself. S.W.: It is, Worshipful. W.M.: What is the second? S. W: To see if all the Brethren are in order. (After looking about.) They are, Worshipful. W.M.: Why are we met together? S.W.: To erect Temples to virtue and dig dungeons for vices. W.M.: How long must we work? S.W.: From midday to midnight. W.M.: How long a time is required to make an Entered Apprentice? S.W.: Three years. W.M.: What is your age? S. W.: Three years. W.M.: What is the hour? S. W.: Almost midday.

'The Library of the Grand Lodge of Iowa possesses a "Ritual for a Table Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons," translated and adapted from an old French ritual in possession of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. The ceremonies of opening and closing, and of the Seven Toasts, have been abbreviated and adapted to use for Ohio Lodges. 185-I THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

W.M.: In consideration of the hour and age, inform our Brethren that a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and one of Table Instruction are open and that we are about to begin our works in the usual manner.

S.W.: (Calls up Lodge): Brethren in the column of the North, in consideration of the hour, a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and of Table Instruction is open and we are about to begin our works in the usual manner.

J. W: Brethren in the column of the South, in consideration of the hour, a Lodge of Entered Apprentices and of Table Instruction is open and we are about to begin our works in the usual manner.

W.M. seats Lodge.

Closing W.M. raps once. Wardens rise. W.M.: Brothers Senior and Junior Warden, are all the Brethren in order ? S.W. and J.W.: They are, Worshipful. W.M.: What is the hour? S. W.: Midnight. W.M.: What is your age? S. W.: Three years. W.M.: In consideration of the hour and age, inform all our Brethren both on the column of the North and South, that we are about to close this Lodge, ending our work in the usual manner. S.W.: (Calls up Lodge). Brethren in the column of the North, I inform you, on behalf of the Worshipful Master, that we are about to close this Lodge, ending our work in the usual manner. J.W: Brethren in the column of the South, I inform you, on behalf of the Worshipful Master, that we are about to close this Lodge, ending our work in the usual manner.

W.M.: My Brothers, the Lodge is closed. S.W. and J.W: My Brothers, the Lodge is closed. W.M.: Brethren, our National Anthem.

Brethren join in singing first and last stanzas of the National Anthem. W.M. then raps once to disperse Lodge. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185J

Suggested Program for Masonic Festival THE FEAST OF ST. JOHN May be used either on the Feast of St. John the Baptist (June 24) or of St. John the Evangelist (December 27), or both.

Grace

The Festive Board

THE LODGE FOR TABLE INSTRUCTION Opening of a Table Lodge The Worshipful Master Ode "Great Source of Light and Love" Tune: St. Thomas (I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord) Great Source of Light and Love, To Thee our songs we raise! 0, in Thy temple, Lord, above, Hear and accept our praise! Shine on this festive day, Succeed its hoped design And may our Charity display A love resembling Thine. May this fraternal band, Now consecrated, blest, In union all distinguished stand, In purity be dressed.

The Lesson (Psalm 133) The Chaplain Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for Brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard; that went down to the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion; for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life forevermore.

Charge to the Brethren The Worshipful Master W.M. calls up the Lodge. Worshipful Master: Brethren, in this solemn hour I charge each of you to rededicate yourself as a Freemason to the noble and glorious purpose of bringing Light to dispel darkness . . to the service of Him in Whom you put your trust . . to the precepts set forth in the Great Light in Masonry, the rule and guide of our faith. 185K THE GRAND LODGE OF F & A. M. OF OHIO

I charge you to keep your apron an emblem of innocence, unspotted by the world . . to practice that most excellent gift of charity . . to make constant and proper use of the Square of Virtue, the Level of Equality and the Plumb of Rectitude. Craftsmen in the quarries, I summon you to greater loyalty to your Lodge and your Fraternity .. to integrity in all your dealings with your fellow men .. to study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed. Guard against innovations, my Brethren. Preserve the landmarks. Maintain the reputation of our Fraternity. Aid and succor the needy. Remember your Brother's welfare. Be circumspect always in speech. Assist and support him who is falling. Whisper good counsel in the ear of him who needs encouragement. Let each of us make use of the Trowel to spread the cement of brotherhood. Let us labor with the Common Gavel that these Rough Ashlars may be made Perfect Ashlars. And finally, my Brethren, remembering how once you stood in the Northeast Corner a just and upright Mason, I give it you strictly in charge ever- to walk and act as such. Response: So mote it be. Ode "Let Masonry From Pole to Pole" Tune: Coronation (All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name) Let Masonry from Pole to Pole That virtue hath not left behind Her sacred laws expand; Her sacred tenets prove, Far as the mighty waters roll For stamped upon a Mason's mind To wash remotest land, Are unity and love, Far as the mighty waters roll For stamped upon a Mason's mind To wash remotest land. Are unity and love. The Box of Fraternal Assistance Worshipful Master directs the Stewards to pass the Box of Fraternal Assistance and announces the purpose for which the evening's gift will be used. Address Ode "Hail, Brother Masons, Hail!" Tune: Moscow (Come, Thou Almighty King) Hail! Brother Masons! hail! We on the level meet, Let friendship long prevail, And every brother greet, And bind us fast; Skilled in our art; May harmony and peace And when our labor's past, Our happiness increase Each brother's hand we'll grasp, And friendship never cease Then on the square at last, While life cloth last. Friendly we'll part.

Message From the Grand Master of Masons in Ohio TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185L

THE CEREMONY OF THE SEVEN TOASTS

1. To Our Country

Always given by the Master

W.M.: Brethren, I have the honor to propose a toast to our Country: Long may our land be bright with Freedom's holy light; Protect us by Thy might, Great God our King! With me, Brethren —To our Country!

Response: To our Country!

2. To the Holy Saints John May be given by W.M. or by any Brother designated by him.

W.M.: Let us now drink a toast to the memory of the Holy Saints John: May their saintly qualities inspire each of us to live a life of more exalted usefulness. With me, Brethren—to the Holy Saints John!

Response: To the Holy Saints John!

3. To the Memory of Our Departed Brethren May be given by W.M. or by any Brother designated by him.

W.M.: May I propose a toast now to the memory of our departed Brethren: May their contribution to our Brotherhood inspire us more earnestly to dedicate our lives to the service of our fellow men. With me, Brethren—to the Memory of Our Departed Brethren!

Response: To the Memory of Our Departed Brethren!

4. To the Grand Master May be given by W.M. or by any Brother designated by him. W.M.: Brethren, I have the honor to propose a toast to the Grand Master of Masons in Ohio: symbol of our continuing relationship to an ancient Craft; to the Grand Lodge over which he has been called to preside. May he direct with wisdom, decide with justice and plan with a vision worthy of the Fraternity he serves. With me, Brethren—to the Grand Master!

Response: To the Grand Master! 5. To Our Lodge Always given by the Junior Warden. J.W.: Brethren, it gives me especial pleasure to call for a toast to Lodge: the Lodge so close to the hearts of its members, commanding through long years an interest and loyalty un- 185M THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO shaken by adversity and unspoiled by prosperity. So may we reflect its integrity and stability in our daily lives. With me, Brethren—to Lodge! Response: To Lodge! 6. To Our Visiting Brethren Always given by the Senior Warden. S. W: Brethren, a boast to our Visiting Brethren: our guests of the evening who will not doubt the cordial hospitality of our welcome. May this occasion persuade them to share our hospitality whenever their circumstances permit. With me, Brethren—to Our Visiting Brethren! Response: To Our Visiting Brethren! 7. To All Freemasons Wheresoever Dispersed Always given by the Tyler. Tyler: And now let us drink the age-old, traditional toast of the Craft— To All Freemasons wheresoever dispersed over the face of the earth: May our Brethren of all nations be united under the mantle of universal friendship and brotherhood for the benefit of all mankind. With me, Brethren—To All Freemasons Wheresoever Dispersed! Response: To All Freemasons Wheresoever Dispersed! Traditional Ode "Auld Lang Syne" Brethren cross arms and join hands, forming a chain. Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind? Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And auld lang syne! Chorus For auld lang syne, my dear, For auld lang syne, We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet For auld lang syne!

Then here's a hand, my trusty frien', And gie's a han' o' shine; We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet For auld lang syne.

"THE LODGE CLOSED IN PEACE AND HARMONY" The Chaplain: And now may the blessing of Heaven rest upon us and all regular Masons; may brotherly love prevail, and every moral and social virtue cement us. Amen. Response: So mote it be. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185N

Closing of the Table Lodge The Worshipful Master

W.M. then proceeds to close Table Lodge according to prescribed form. Before rapping gavel to disperse the Brethren, he shall say,

W.M.: Brethren, our National Anthem.

O say can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight, O'er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming? And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

O thus be it ever, when free men shall stand Between their loved homes and the war's desolation! Blest with vict'ry and peace, may the heav'n-rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto, "In God is our trust," And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave! 185-0 THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

Suggested form for printed program

THE FEAST OF ST. JOHN

Grace

The Festive Board THE LODGE FOR TABLE INSTRUCTIONI Opening of a Table Lodge The Worshipful Master Ode "Great Source of Light and Love" The Lesson (Psalm 133) The Chaplain Charge to the Brethren The Worshipful Master Ode "Let Masonry From Pole to Pole" The Box of Fraternal Assistance Address Ode "Hail, Brother Masons, Hail!" Message From the Grand Master of Masons in Ohio THE CEREMONY OF THE SEVEN TOASTS The Brethren will rise for the toasts.

1. To Our Country 2. To the Holy Saints John 3. To the Memory of Our Departed Brethren 4. To the Grand Master 5. To Our Lodge 6. To Our Visiting Brethren 7. To All Freemasons Wheresoever Dispersed

Traditional Ode "Auld Lang Syne" Brethren cross arms and join hands, forming a chain.

"THE LODGE CLOSED IN PEACE AND HARMONY" Chaplain's Invocation Closing of the Table Lodge The National Anthem

1The Brethren are requested to refrain from smoking while the Table Lodge is open. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185P

Reverse side of printed program MASONIC ODES Great Source of Light and Love Tune: St. Thomas (I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord) Great Source of Light and Love, To Thee our songs we raise! 0, in Thy temple, Lord, above, Hear and accept our praise! Shine on this festive day, Succeed its hoped design, And may our Charity display A love resembling Thine. May this fraternal band, Now consecrated, blest, In union all distinguished stand, In purity be dressed. Let Masonry From Pole to Pole Tune: Coronation (All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name) Let Masonry from Pole to Pole Her sacred laws expand Far as the mighty waters roll To wash remotest land. That virtue hath not left behind Her sacred tenets prove For stamped upon a Mason's mind Are unity and love. Auld Lang Syne Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind ? Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And auld lang syne! Chorus For auld lang syne, my dear, For auld lang syne, We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet For auld tang syne! Then here's a hand, my trusty frien', And gie's a han' o' shine; We'll tak' a cup o' kindness yet For auld lang syne. 185Q THE GRAND LODGE OF E &A. M. OF OHIO

Hail, Brother Masons, Hail! Tune: Moscow (Come, Thou Almighty King)

Hail! Brother Masons! hail! Let friendship long prevail, And bind us fast; May harmony and peace Our happiness increase And friendship never cease While life doth last. We on the level meet, And every brother greet, Skilled in our art; And when our labor's past, Each brother's hand we'll grasp, Then on the square, at last, Friendly we'll part.

The National Anthem O say can you see, by the dawn's early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming, Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight, O'er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming? And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

O thus be it ever, when free men shall stand Between their loved homes and the war's desolation! Blest with vict'ry and peace, may the heav'n-rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto, "In God is our trust." And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Library of the Grand Lodge of Iowa, A. F. & A. M. Short Talk Bulletin: The Table Lodge; Masonic Service Association of the United States, August 1951. Digest: Masonic Feasts: Masonic Service Association of the United States. December 1. 1949. Masonic Festivals and The Table Lodge, Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Indiana. 1968. TABLE LODGE CEREMONY 185R SUGGESTED SONGS I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles Singin' In the Rain I'm forever blowing bubbles, I'm singin' in the rain, just singin' Pretty bubbles in the air. in the rain They fly so high, What a glorious feeling I'm happy Nearly reach the sky, again, Then like my dreams I'm laughing at clouds so dark up They fade and die. above Fortune's always hiding, The sun's in my heart and I'm ready I've looked everywhere. for love. I'm forever blowing bubbles, Let the stormy clouds chase Pretty bubbles in the air. Everyone from the place Come on with the rain By the Light of the Silvery Moon I've a smile on my face. I'll walk By the light of the silvery moon down the lane I want to spoon, With a happy refrain, and singin' To my honey, I'll croon love's tune. Just singin in the rain. Honey moon, keep a-shining in June, Your silvery beams Let the Rest of the World Go By Will bring love dreams. With someone like you We'll be cuddling soon A pal good and true, By the silvery moon. I'd like to leave it all behind And go and find Moonlight and Roses Some place that's known to God alone Moonlight and roses, Just a spot to call our own. Bring wonderful memories of you. We'll find perfect peace My heart reposes Where joys never cease In beautiful thoughts so true. Out there beneath the kindly sky. June night discloses We'll build a sweet little nest Love's olden dreams sparkling anew. Somewhere out in the west Moonlight and roses And let the rest of the world go by. Bring memories of you. Home on the Range My Buddy Oh, give me a home Nights are long since you've been Where the buffalo roam, away. Where the deer and the antelope play I think about you all through the day, Where seldom is heard My buddy, my buddy—Nobody quite A discouraging word so true. And the skies are not cloudy all day. I miss your voice, the touch of your CHORUS hand, Home, home on the range, I long to know that you understand Where the deer and the antelope play My buddy, my buddy—your buddy Where seldom is heard misses you. A discouraging word And the skies are not cloudy all day. Smiles There are smiles that make us happy There Is a Tavern In the Town There are smiles that make me blue. There is a tavern in the town, in the There are smiles that steal away town the teardrops And there my true love sits him down, As the sunbeams steal away the dew. sits him down. There are smiles that have a tender And drinks his wine, as merry as meaning can be That the eyes of love along may see And never, never thinks of me. But the smiles that fill my life with CHORUS sunshine Fare thee well for I must leave thee Are the smileS that you gave to me. Do not let this parting grieve thee And remember that the best of When Irish Eyes Are Smiling friends must part. When Irish eyes are smiling Adieu, adieu, kind friends, adieu - Sure it's like a morn in spnng yes, adieu In the lilt of Irish laughter I can no longer stay with you, You can hear the angels sing. stay with you. When Irish hearts are happy I'll hang my heart on a weeping All the world seems bright and gay willow tree And when Irish eyes are smiling Fare thee well, fare thee well, fare Sure, they spirit your heart away. thee well. Information Regarding Alternate Ceremonies 186

Alternate Ceremony of opening and closing a Lodge of Master Masons when Non-Masons are present.

Use of ceremony: 1. Annual Installation of Lodge Officers 2. Installation of District Deputy Grand Masters 3. Installation of District Education Officers 4. Annual Awards Night

Masons authorized to use Ceremony: 1. Any Grand Lodge Officer 2. Past Grand Masters and District Advisors 3. District Deputy Grand Masters 4. Past District Deputy Grand Masters 5. Past and Present Worshipful Masters

Purpose and justification of Ceremony: 1. Ease of opening and closing a Lodge of Master Masons when Non-Masons are present. 2. Not making Non-Masons wait either down stairs or in some other room while the Officers of the Lodge open it. 3. Family members of our Brethren receiving awards, sometimes in excess of seventy-five years should be allowed to enter the Lodge room immediately as it is often difficult for them to navigate. 4. Fellowship in the dining room after our meetings both with brethren and their families is more important than being afraid a Non-Mason will see the Senior Deacon open the Great Light in Masonry and position the Square and Compasses. 5. When the Senior Deacon attends to the Altar, the three lesser lights will be lit or extinguished whatever the case maybe. 187 Alternate Ceremony - A

Annual Installation of Lodge Officers When Non—Masons are present

All of page number 137 of the Code (a) thru (e) with the exception of (1) — (8) which will be as follows:

(1) If a room other than a dedicated Lodge Room, or one other than the regular meeting room, is used for the meeting, a Dispensation for the use of such a room must first have been procured from the Grand Master.

(2) Presiding Officer -- declares Lodge # open at refreshment and states purpose of meeting. He then informs the Senior Deacon to attend to the Altar.

(3) Senior Deacon opens the Great Light and places Square and Compasses as at refreshment, lights the three lesser lights, does not salute and returns to his place.

(4) Presiding Officer -- asks everyone to rise and accompany him in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of our Country.

(5) While everyone is still standing he calls on the Chaplain for Prayer.

Chaplain: Grant, 0 Lord, our God, that those who are now about to be invested with the government of this Lodge may be endued with wisdom to instruct their Brethren in all their duties. May brotherly love, relief and truth always prevail among the members of this Lodge and may this bond of union continue to strengthen the Lodges throughout the world.

Bless our brethren wherever dispersed; and grant speedy relief to all who are either oppressed or distressed.

We affectionately commend to Thee all the members of Thy whole family. May they increase in grace, in the knowledge of Thee, and in the love of each other.

Finally, may we finish all our work here below with Thy approbation; and then have our transition from this earthly abode to Thy heavenly Temple above, there to enjoy light, glory, and bliss, ineffable and eternal! Amen

[Response by the brethren.]

So mote it be.

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Presiding officer -- please be seated.

Installing Secretary calls the roll.

Balance of Installation Ceremony follows the code with the exception of the closing, which is as follows:

Presiding Officer -- declares Lodge # closed.

Informs Senior Deacon to attend to the Altar and the Junior Deacon the door.

Senior Deacon removes Square and Compasses and closes Great Light, does not salute and returns to his place. 189 Alternate Ceremony — B & C

Opening & Closing a Lodge of Master Masons When Non—Masons are present

Installation of District Education Officers & District Deputy Grand Masters

Presiding Officer -- Declares Lodge # Open at refreshment and states purpose of Meeting. He then informs the Senior Deacon to attend to the Altar.

Senior Deacon goes to the Altar opens the Great Light and places the Square and Compasses in the same position as at refreshment, lights the three lesser lights, does not salute and returns to his place.

Presiding Officer -- Asks everyone to rise and accompany him in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of our Country while everyone is still standing.

Presiding Officer -- Calls on Chaplain for the actual Prayer of the Ceremony.

If for Installation of a District Education Officer or a District Deputy Grand Master the Presiding Officer proceeds according to the prescribed ceremony.

After the Installation is complete and any presentations or remarks are made:

Presiding Officer -- Dismisses Non-Masons and goes from refreshment to labor: instructs Senior Deacon to present the District Deputy Grand Master West of the Altar where he is extended Grand Honors.

Presiding Officer -- Calls on Chaplain for an appropriate Prayer, and declares Lodge # closed. He then informs the Senior Deacon to attend to the Altar and the Junior Deacon the door. 190 Alternate Ceremony — D

Annual Awards Program — 50 plus years Opening & Closing a Lodge of Master Masons When Non—Masons are present

Presiding Officer -- Declares Lodge # open at refreshment and states the purpose of the Meeting. He then informs the Senior Deacon to attend to the Altar.

Senior Deacon goes to the Altar opens the Great Light and places the Square and Compasses in the proper position as at refreshments, lights the three lesser lights, does not salute and returns to his place.

Presiding Officer -- Asks everyone to rise and accompany him in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of Our Country.

While everyone is still standing; he calls on the Chaplain for an appropriate Prayer and asks that all be seated.

Presiding Officer -- and those he asks to assist him present the 25 thru 75 year awards. After appropriate remarks by both the Presenters and Recipients, the Presiding Officer dismisses Non—Masons and goes from refreshment to labor and instructs the Senior Deacon to present the 50 year plus Brethren west of the Altar, where they are extended Grand Honors. They are again asked if they have any remarks.

Presiding Officer -- Calls on Chaplain for an appropriate Prayer and declares Lodge # closed. He then informs the Senior Deacon to attend to the Altar and the Junior Deacon the door. FORMS OF THE GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO

Note: This section contains examples of a number of the approved forms used by The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio. Lodges are expected to use only approved forms, although it is permissable to utilize typewritten facsimilies of these forms on lodge letterhead if desired.

Certain forms (such as forms 21, 27, 28) must be secured from a Fraternal printer. In this case the lodge must insist that the wordage and form be maintained.

Standard forms 1 through 8 are used only in forming NEW lodges.

Membership cards (dues cards) are obtained from the Grand Secretary only.

Grand Secretary

Revised 2009 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

PETITION FOR A DISPENSATION FOR A NEW LODGE Form No. 1

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No held on the day of 20 a petition was Prellented, oddreelied to the W.H. Grand Master, signed by Brothers m per the names shown on the copy of the original petition attached hereto, and praying for a Dispensation to establish a new Lodge in the town of_ whereupon, on motion, said petition was spread upon the minutes of this Lodge and laid crier until a stated meeting of this Lodge, held on elm day of 20 when it was resolved, (the vote being by ballot), that this Lodge recommend the establishment of said proposed Lodge.

RESOLVED, further, That this Lodge vouches that said petitioners are men of good moral character, and are possessed of the proper Masonic qualifications, being competent to confer the Degrees of En- tered Apprentice. Fellow Craft, and Master Mason, and to conduct the business and ceremonies of a Lodge. without assistance from others.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have subscribed my name, and caused the seal of our said Lodge to be affixed.

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CERTIFICATE OF PAST MASTER Form No. 3

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ledge No

This is to certify that at a stated meeting of . badge

No._ held on the day _ 20 a petition was

presented, addressed to the W.M. Grand Master, tdgned by Brothers as per the names shown on the copy

of the original petition attached hereto, and praying for a Dispensation to establish a new Ledge in the

town of whereupon, on motion, said petition was

spread upon the minutia of this Lodge and laid over until a stated meeting of thin Lodge, held on

the day of 20 when it was resolved, (the vote being by ballot),

that this Lodge recommend the establishment of said proposed Lodge.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have subscribed my name, and calmed the out of our said Lodge to be affixed.

attest: -Secretary W.M.

Address

City alp cods

(seal)

Form 6 (row UM) THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING Form No. 6

6rand Xabge & 41. Ai. of (Ohio

This is to certify that Brother is a member in good standing of Lodge No under the Jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of having his dues paid to Secretary Lodge No. Address Certificate of Good Standing Form No 6

RECORD OF MEMBER SIGNING PETITION FOR NEW LODGE Form No. 7

GRAND LODGE F. & A. M. OF OHIO Record of member signing petition for new Lodge.

Full Name , Member of Lodge No. Located at Grand Jurisdiction of Member of above consenting Lodge Certificate of Good Standing Filed Fill in these cards in duplicate. Arrange them in alphabetical order. Send one set in with the petition; retain one set for your Lodge file. Form No. 7 REQUEST FOR DIMIT OF MEMBER SIGNING PETITION FOR NEW LODGE Form No. 8

GRAND LODGE F. & A. M. OF OHIO To the Brethren of Lodge No. Located at Will you kindly forward a dimIt for me in the enclosed addressed envelope as I was a signer of an application for a new Lodge which has been chartered = Lodge No. , Ohio, and 1 em now a member thereof. Fraternally,

Form No. 8

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

GRAND MASTER'S PROXY Form No. 11

rant; lobge of Iree & acceoteb Ammo of (Ohio

To Whom fr May Concern: Itnoto pe, That reposing full confidence in the integrity and fidelity of our

Worthy Brother

I hereby constitute and appoint him my proxy to

AND THE MASONS OF OHIO are hereby commanded to obey this order and to pay him the respect and obedience due him by virtue of this Prudence appointment,

Given under my hand and official seal

Fortitude at , Ohio

on this day of 20

Justice 60

Gram Mager

1111Form No It THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

DISPENSATION Form No. 12

Grzuer Pbrge of Aree artb c&r.repiett Auxins of kip

go aft to Aorri d s L f2te4.14. may come, gle_etiny:

311now Vt, That whereas

ZhErtfarg, I, Grand Master, reposing full confidence in the officers and brethren of aforesaid Lodge that they will strictly conform to the Laws and Rules of the Grand Lodge, do, by virtue of the authority in me vested, hereby grant this my DISPENSATION empowering and authorising

Prudence 'Iris Pispenzation

Fortitude

Given under my hand and private Seal at Justice , Ohio, on this day of A.D. 20 A. L. BO

Grand Master

Form No. 12 -113E GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

PETITION FOR DEGREES

Form No. 21

FEES: A S FC S ,M m s Pet. No. Petition for ) egreeo Date

To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of

jfree anb arcepteb Altoona of Ohio The Petition of the Subscriber Respectfully Shoteeth: That he has long entertained a favorable opinion of your Ancient Institution, and is desirous of being'admitted a member thereof, if found worthy; That hebelleues in the existence and perfection of God Have you ever before petitioned a Lodge of Free and Accented Masons enriyhere? Yes Na__ If you have, state what lodge. where situated and when petitioned.

HI, 0,0151 moldenee i s Me. ,,,,E,-, an .9 ,,,,,,,, where he has had 0 e the day of E Mall:

on the He was b001 al daY M _ -

His oceoPOHOn M Macs M ,:adr0".

..._

Doted al this day of , 20_ RECOmman01.0 Or Signanf OW M. twatC Aseenwoonwmmoewm/Mwml MO II to MM... met .ad 1.1ene

em mean AMR Insulin. Ma ere

re mom mmt maws PM are ty ham arse. reset scmiltalsou M me Lodor ol Ira ottil Atreolof Simms Name, Dram Address. By 2. Da you Mime in the esez-liMes God u City revelled in Me Holy Bible, ad that it is your duty pay Him Me rosernwe due from Phone__ ttestona to the Creator, —4( Fee Enclosed he Fee F. C Passed, Do a bat. Ups. thdt, honed by Inandi m11 onmilveneol try eta Fee M M tososy towhee, you hotly widd Washed, alto munell • manfidoir a wynwee el HI Prwesemore COMMITTEE Lecture by

Exam. • Do yew doh.- snaM ...Fn. honor, VW sou sot w mhos Me ItoMilms oF Pres In 0•11:1. opamo telmtlynl et 111. taannelon, • mone By • ratans von of Was IMMOIMAr to yew fellowtwohnn Received —4 Asuwet Committee Notified--, 5 Do you (helve upon yourour hater, the you will Elected chetsfully conform y all ihe ancient Wales Raived. and mtablishof customs of che Fratetniqf Rejected_ Br Acuson REPORT OF heard INVESTIGATING COMMITTEE Lecture by OAttomsers •__Favorabla Exam •_Favorehie By • Favorable MI Ms sap* is flyfeeereels weds -tre. wed PnneN.,

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

PETITION FOR RESTORATION FROM SUSPENSION FOR NONPAYMENT OF DUES Form No. 22B

Sign and Return this petition with remittance to Your Lodge petition for Iftestaration "Indenile Slapettiant NowPaynkna of Dam"

To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of Lodge No. . F. & A. M.

Your petitioner respectfully represents that he has here-

tofore been a member Lodge No. , F. & A. M.; that on the day of 20 he was indefinitely suspended for non-payment of dues in accordance with the code of the Grand Lodge of Ohio; and that he has since said date been deprived of the rights and privileges of Masonry and from membership in Lodge.

Your petitioner now prays to be restored to membership and accompanies this, his petition, with being the amount of dues payable at the time of such entry and the current year's dues.

If the prayer of his petition be granted, he promises to conform to the Constitution, lam and edicts of the Grand Lodge, and the laws, rules and regulations of the above named Lodge.

MEN. 0 NOM bidelo

Dated of this-- !1ny o.L — _ 20--

_ THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

CERTIFICATE OF HONORARY MEMBERSHIP Form No. 23

rrrlrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr 10

Catificatt of tionorarg lifimbaship

1Co all to tinhorn These 13resents gohall tome:

in recognition of Zealous and Distinguished iftlasonic *rake and bp, action of Lodge & R. 1111., located in the iEitg of State of Ohio, and working under outhoritg of a charter issued bg 'the Grand todge of /tee and accepted Masons of Ohio, do certtig that

by unanimous ballot was elected an tionorarg Member of said todge this dog of , 20 , and is entitled to all rights and privileges appertaining to such lionorarg Membership.

testimong whereof we have hereunto set our hands and caused the seal of our todge to be affixed this dag of 2 El 20 ; 2. 1. 60

ilicratiptut ¢Iliattet e TL fittrelnrp

111111 1111111111 t • Form No 23 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

NOTICE OF ELECTION Form No. 24

Nreg anb Accept] filasaru3 af Mita

Ohio 20

Dear Sir:

You have been elected by unanimous ballot to receive the Mysteries of Freemasonry. In your petition soliciting this honor you stated you had a favorable opinion of our Institution — a statement which we have accepted; but a few words concerning the Fraternity may help you to better understand its design.

Freemasonry is an organized society of men symbolically applying the principles of operative Masonry and architecture to the science and art of character building. Our purpose is to make men, to build character, to bind men together in bonds of brotherly love and friendship.

You should approach Masonry clean in body, in heart and in a receptive mind with an eagerness to learn the significance of the InstitutiOn — for only in this state can your preparation be worthy of what you are about to receive. Be assured there is nothing of a light or trifling character in the degrees. Any intimation you may have had to the contrary is false. There is a profound meaning in every step of your progress.

The symbolism of Freemasonry deals only with the intellectual, moral and spiritual values of life, If you were biased by improper solicitation of friends: influenced by mercenary motives: if you cannot cheerfully conform to the ancient established usages and customs of the Fraternity or be prepared to give to it your steady and undivided loyalty, it is better then you remain outside its ranks. You may say we are Insisting upon this in advance of your full knowledge of the Institution; but we were likewise assuming much in your behalf when we accepted your petition thus admitting our obligations to you in advance of actual fraternal association. We have no doubt that the principles of the Order will command your loyal, active and sincere cooperation in fur- thering the interest of Freemasonry in general and this Lodge in particular.

Please present yourself for the conferring of the Entered Apprentice Degree

at M 20_, at the Hall of

Ijodge No , located at

, Ohio.

cretary Form 24

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

DIPLOMA Form No. 25

o* rum mis „IMMO OF` C) I-I I . Z. all .,;e8 swa'Accejcieciiifesona fo wAcan hfese present's shall come: r 4; 4, • rtIlerse4-wecr4...7.6....,„4,,,.y,IJc. .GI.

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CT! ins is to aMilli YX:c

andLocilye 9 and Ac cepied .ALsons f Ohio Sii.ce 20 Wig 60 Form 2525 (1972) ,g2e1A- THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

DIMIT Form No. 26

E5be (kanb tobge of ilirre and Arrepteb masons of (Pitta Oimit It U lark woad

Lodge No held at Ohio.

is a regularly ocrutituted Lodge. mooting by authority

of the Most WarshiPlul Grand Lodge, F. & A.M. of Ohlo

Grand Secretary

I hereby certify that at a stated meeting of odd Lodge, held on

Brother (whoae naxne is written

in ha own proper handwriting in the margin hereof) by consent of and Ledge, withdrew his niembershlp from the same. he being at the lime a Mauler Moon In good a Winding and free from all indebtedness to the badge (Seal) By order of the Lodge

To the Grand Secretary of Ohio:

This certifies that Brother named In and who signed the dirnit issued by you on 20 was elected a membership by affiliation a Lodge No located at under the Grand

Jurisdiction of on the

day of 20 You NC requested to adjust his membership record accordingly.

If out plane. foriannd to Grand Seicittsty, 00 Bat 620 WonhinEon, Ohio 40050625 Senn,

Regardless of the lime the balder of this dlmtt ne accepted for Id. filiation, will you kindly complete the certificate on reverse eide hereof end forward 11 an requested THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

QUESTIONS TO BE PROPOUNDED TO PETITIONER Form No. 27

OI) nest ions

To be Propounded to Petitioner

Ntar anti Acceptril Jammu' of Ohio

t. De Too delve upon your honor the you have never nude appLionion to any Lodge of are and Accepted loxes ?

2, Do you believe in the roe-living God no revealed in the Holy Bible sad that it ir your duty to pay Him the reverence due from the cresture to the Creator?

Mower 3. Do you declate upon your b000r, due unbiased by friends and uninfluenced by mercenary rootiva, you freely and voluntarily offer yourself a andtdate too the moonier of Freemasonry?

Answer 4. Do you declare upon pour honor, the yom Ye protested to solicit the privileges of Freemasonry by a favorable opinion ono- of the institution, • desire tot Imowledse, and • iincere wills of being serviceable to your fellowereeures?

Answer 3. Do you declare upon your honor, that you will cheerfully memo to all the ancient usage and established customs of the Dewey?

Answer

Sipa Aunt: CANDIDATZ

Den DLL

57TIPARDS

Note: The Questions (Form 27) may be incorporated on the reverse of Form No. 21. THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP Form No. 28 (To be used by one affiliating with the lodge by dimit)

Hoe I No hylication for Alemberskiip

To tho Worshipful bionfor, Wardens and Brethren of

Ares Rub cAr_ceFteh Alamos of Ohio

mho Application of We Anbscriner xt..pectfulig Alurtaeth:

Th. As is cm unaffiliated Mailer Warm end prem. her 1h • eenia dem., free.

Lodge, No • located et wider the Grand Lodge et

That he was initialed the day of paned the day of

_and mined the dm, of

Woe No located at under the Grand

Ledge of

And that he e's desirous of brine admitted a member of your Ledge, if found worthy

His present residence is is

He tow born at on the day of

His =V.I. W place of Wont.

Doted at this day of

Retillessinela By MAIM MI 11.1.1. ati lanai

Boo nVissau sewers

Bre THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

REJECTED PETITIONER'S CARD Form No. 29

PETITIONER'S NAME (LAST, FIRST, MIDDLE)

Lodge No.

Petitioner's Address

, Ohio, ZIP Date of Birth

Date of Rejection

Form No. 29

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

TRIAL COMMISSION — CHARGES AND SPECIFICATIONS Form No. 31

The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio

TRIAL COMMISSION

Charges and Specifications

To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of Lodge No F. & A.M.: Brother a Master Mason and member of Lodge, is hereby charged with Gross Unmasonic Conduct as follows, viz: Specification E That the Brother on the day of at in the County of State of did in violation of his obligation as a Mason,*

Specification 1E That said Brother did*

in violation of the laws of the Grand Lodge and the principles of Freemasonry.

Lodgr Sod

Date Grimmer Commiure of/bother/Ding 'Recite particular.

Prepare three copies. one for Lodge. one for transmission to Grand Sec- retary. one for Trial Commission.

ThLs form prepared by the Lodge

Form 31

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

TRIAL COMMISSION — TRANSMISSION OF CHARGES TO GRAND SECRETARY Form No. 32

The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio

TRIAL COMMISSION

Transmission of Charges to Grand Secretary

Lodge No. Ohio

Complainant vs. Ohio Ham rd addn .

Hon_ Grand Secretary:

As Master of Lodge No. Ohio I am formally advising you that certain charges, involving alleged, Umnasonic conduct, have been filed in this Lodge against a member of Lodge No. residing within the jurisdiction of this Lodge at Said charges are attached herewith. Said charges were presented in writing in open Lodge, signed by the Grievance Committee or Brothers filing, and read at the stated meeting of the Lodge on • That at such stated meeting a majority of the members present voted to refer said charges to the Trial Commission of the Grand Lodge deciding that the said charges required investigation and that the matter cannot be reconciled without trial. We are, therefore, respectfully requesting that said charges be referred to the Trial Commissioner-in-Chief for Trial, as rovided in Sections 41, 42 and 43 of the Masonic Code.

Master

Lodge No. Date:

Lodge Seal

Thif form prepared by the Lad,

Form 32

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

TRIAL COMMISSION — SUMMONS Form No. 33

trbe Oranb lobge of free anb Stcepteb illifaiono of bio

TRIAL COMMISSION

Official Copy of Charges and Summons Served on Offending Brother

Lodge No Ohio, Complainant

Defendant, Address

lo. Defendant-

You are hereby informed that certain charges have been filed against you as a member of

Lodge No F & A M , by said Lodge, and that a true copy of such charges are attached hereto

That Said Charges, Signed by the Grievance Committee thereof were presented to the Lodge in Writing, and mad at a

Stated meeting of said Lodge on

That at a slated meta% amid Lodge on _____ a majority of the members present voted to

refer said charges for trial to the Trial Commission of The Grand Lodge

That in accordance with the Masonic Code, and particularly Sections 41, 42, and 43, the Cummissioner-imChief has

assigned for hearing such charges to a Dial Panel, of which the undersigned is Chairman

You am summoned to appear before me, . Chairman of the Trial Panel, on

, m Ohio at o'clock A.M (P M ) swum flee

there to plead to said charges, or to file your answer to said accusations on or before

otherwise the accusations in said charges will be considered to be true If said answer is not entered on or before said date, then

the Trial Panel will men on , at _ to make reconustendations as to

your punishment If your answer is filed on or before or your plea of not guilty has been entered, then your

trial is set for . at o'clock. A TA (P M.) at , Ohio.

You may appear for such Masonic Trial on the date stated above either in person or by any Masonic Brother, duly authorized by you, or both

Chairman Trial Panel

This form prepared by the Chairman of the Tfial Panel

Form :13 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

TRIAL COMMISSION — TRIAL PROCEDURE Form No. 34

Inv Grinds Ttotse of !Free anti gkerepteb Alaimo of Ohio

TRIAL COMMISSION Trial Procsdont Under Cods Sociion 42 Follow jurisdiction procedure as provided in Section 42

PROCEDURE ON HEARING BEFORE TRIAL PANEL

1. Statement of case by Chairman of Thal Panel.

Reading of charges

3 Reading of answer by accused, if any

4 Statement of Judge Advocate.

5 Statement on behalf of or by accuse&

6 Administration of oath or affirmation to non-Mason witness and obligation by a Mason.

7. Taking of testimony of witnesa or reading of testimony already taken.

8. Summation by Judge Advocate

9 Consideration and verdict by Trial Panel.

10 If verdict be guilty. imposition of penalty.

(Or cue may be referred to Board of Commissioners, as provided in Section 42 143 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

TRIAL COMMISSION — PLEA FORM Form No. 35

The Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Ohio

TO: COMMISSIONER-IN-CHIEF TRIAL COMMISSION, GRAND LODGE F. & A.M. OF OHIO:

t, , the undersigned, a member of Lodge, No. F. & A.M. of Ohio, located at Ohio, and whose present address is Ohio, hereby acknowledge that charges of Unmasonic Conduct have been filed against me and that the same are now pending in Lodge No , F. & A.M. of Ohio, located at , Ohio, and receipt of a copy of said charges is hereby acknowledged.

For the sole purpose of saving time, expense, and unnecessary correspondence, and strictly without prejudice to my rights to plead guilty or not guilty and to prosecute my defense to such charges should I choose to do so, I hereby waive further or formal service of a copy of said charges and a summons upon me, and enter my appearance before the Trial Commission of the Grand Lodge F. & A. M. of Ohio.

(Strilce out whichever of the following indented paragraphs does not apply):

I DESIRE TO PLEAD GUILTY TO SUCH CHARGES AND CONSENT TO THE TRIAL PANEL HEARING SUCH CHARGES AND FIXING TFIE PENALTY THEREFOR AS PRESCRIBED BY THE GRAND LODGE CODE.

I PLEAD NOT GUILTY TO SUCH CHARGES AND REQUEST THAT I BE GIVEN WEEKS TO PREPARE MY DEFENSE THERETO.

Notwithstanding my plea of guilty, I further agree to cooperate with the Chairman of the Trial Panel to be hereafter designated, in the matter of fixing a mutually satisfactory date for a trial or any other hearings on such charges, at which my presence is required, either by regular correspondence with me at my address given above, or by telephone. My telephone number is . Ohio.

DATED and SIGNED at Ohio, this day of

Signature Form 35

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

CEREMONY OF

Form No. 40

12 CONSTITUTION ❑ DEDICATION gerentong of ❑ CORNERSTONE ❑RECONSECRATION , Ohio

Acting under your proxy, I convened the Grand Lodge of Ohio in special Emergent Communication at Ohio, on the day of for the purpose of.

The several stations of the Grand Lodge were filled by the following Brethren: Bro. • ... M.•.W.•.Grand Master Bm R.•.W.".Deputy Grand Master Bro .W.•.Sr. Grand Warden Bro _ R.'.W.'.Jr. Grand Warden Bro R.'.W.'.Grand Treasurer R.'.W.'.Grand Secretary Bro R.'.W.'.Grand Chaplain R.'.W.'.Grand Orator R. .W.' .Grand Marshal Bro . R.'.W.'. Sr. Grand Deacon Bro R.'.W.'. Jr. Grand Deacon Bro Senior Grand Steward Junior Grand Steward Bro Grand Architect Bro Bearer of Great Lights Bro Steward Bro Steward Bro. Past Master with Light Bro.. Past Master with Light Rro. ... • - Past Master with Light Bearer of Symbol Corn Bro Bearer of Symbol Wine Bro Bearer of Symbol Oil Bro Bearer of Symbol Carpet Bro Bearer of Symbol Darkness Bro R.'.W.'. Grand Tyler REMARKS

Fraternally yours, Nac Careen% eanintenlaa de net require each irtatlen lilted. how 40 Nara* 'nab THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

RITUAL RECORD Form No. 51

Record of Ritual Sections Loaned to the Members of Lodge No

leared at OhEa

i. A. SECTION F. C. SECTION N M. SECTION DATE MEAU/SITS SADNATUDE NA DATE N. DATE No. DATE RETURNED

■atill'AD.

THE GRAND LODGE' OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

CERTIFICATE OF ELECTION Form No. 52

air (6ranb Cobgt of Nret anti Arrnittit 11 ammo of Mifto Tertiftrute of Eierpon

To the District Deputy Grand Master for the _District: Having full confidence in his integrity and worthiness, the members of Lodge No located at Ohio, did on 20 duly elect Brother _to serve as their Worshipfu/ Master for the coming year and now request that the degree of Past Master be conferred on hint

,set Saereterr ' Mabee •Since he received the degree of Past Master at 21L...... , in Chapter Royal Arch Masons, he roost presents himself for the required tests. •Leave blank if Past Master Degree has not been recap,. This is to certify that the Brother whose name is shown abotrcdid on the of 20_, receive the Degree of Past Neater, and passed successfully the required tests, and, in the absence of any objection, is eligible for installation

Form No 62 Dinblet DOM." Grand Unmet THE GRAND LODGE OF F & A. M. OF OHIO

GRAND REPRFSENTATIVE'S COMMISSION Form No. 53

0* &and Cage (Of /Fret anti Auntie)) Masons of Migo

By Most Worshipful Brother its Grand Master, reposing especial confidence in the skid fidelity of Brother has thought fit to constitute and appot find, by these presents, does hereby constitute and appoint our Paid mall beet Brother, the iteprotntattue of Th. (knob Eragt of N,,*011 A: (Mita, near the

Mast illarsigpfiltigortblcobv

3n &stinking 1Niereac rviihave Oste.Fd the Seal of the said Grand Lodge of Ohio to be herento Wirt anCi, have signed this Commission at Worthington, OhioNISfrrth0 day V A.D. 20 , A L. DO ".

O116.111.81111 ATTEST:

aNISO 110:117/X1

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

D. D. G. M. COMMISSION Form No. 54

Granti Phge of Are, ana ,&trepteb awns of

To Whom It May Concern: sole Vs, That, reposing full confidence in the integrity and fidelity of our

Worthy Brother

I hereby constitute and appoint him pistriti eputg Grantl Ander

For the District, composed of the counties of

with authority to VISIT. INSPECT, INSTRUCT, and ADVISE the Lodges in his district in all matters pertaining to Freemasonry.

AND THE MASONS OF OHIO are hereby commanded to obey this order Prudence and to pay him the respect and obedience due him by virtue of this appointment.

Given under my hand and official seal

Fortitude at Ohio

on this day of A'D' 20

Justice

Grand Master

ATTEST: Grand Secretary

Form SI THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

0. M. H. ENDOWMENT FUND RECEIPT FOR ENTERED APPRENTICES Form No 55

The Grant( Tottsc of Olio an creyteb Awns

S THIS CERTIFIES THAT

■511, HAS CONTRIBUTED TWENTY DOLLARS AS HIS INVESTMENT NJrwtuinc+f Y- IN THE r S OHIO MASONIC HOME, SPRINGFIELD, OHIO

'•/lotosittud■ no ye hnue bat,. it unto ravel the Iraol of Theo. braillren.g.l!au. bone it unto Ale."

S Visit your home often; extends welcome to your guests; be inspired by .its, beauty and work; make it the object:of rjmu prayers and gifts. Grand Secretary Dare

Form No. 55

THE GRAND LODGE OF F: & A: M. OF OHIO

PAST MASTER'S CERTIFICATE OF MERIT Form No. 56

Nlye (grand Mudge of Bret and ArrevIrb ammo of Op ieasier's eettificare Of 911,at •

,}1/;. 0/6:c!, •ntsoae:011,7

.1:74ter. y Z4(6.14x,' evixd rer-Ideci. eg. r/C1Z;, Ceon.z.nerrei:an / gra.:1/

hiricii de X( afro. • 4/.3.

g,and Ziseva 254,..ey gwnd Ala

1JL'fRIGt of aio

Fonm No 56

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

DISTRICT EDUCATION OFFICER COMMISSION Form No. 57

6rand Ka* of Nrpp and Arrrotpb 11013116 Of Olin District Education Officer

Cersardinee Appoiiildagamg

Be It Known To All To Whom These Present May Come That,

crand Master of Masons

in Ohio, do hereby constitute and appoint

as 'District Education Officer for the Masonk District

of Ohio for the year

In Teatmony Whereof I have hereunto tel my land and the offish.' Sal the

Grand Motor of Mom in Ohio, this day of 20

attest: Grand Setretnry Grand .71taskr

arm No 67

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

DIMIT REQUEST Form No. 60

`C Ike &nub P&p of ?"rte an cceptetr !insult's of

P. O. Box 629 Worthington, Ohio 43085

Brother Grand Secretary: At a stated meeti of our Lodge held on 20 a. a request for a &nit was approved for

Brother L.m PAM He is a rnember in goad sundirrgof this Lodge, and no charges are pending against him. His Masonic record is as follows:

DEOnnas MI5 LORGELSOLTE BIRTH DATE:

ROOMED tsar / / /

PMSED CFO / / /

FALSER PPG / / /

ORPRED FILL TYPE AFFILIATED DATE =omega ONE IN oi. / / / THE / / / / / COMPLETE /SF / / / / / RECORD

TYPE SUSPENDED tarn RELNETATE0 ONE / / / / / / / / /

Please issue the necessary dimit form and forward it to me for my signature o Please issue the necessary dimit form and forward directly to Lodge No. .

Bro. Secretary: This form 60 is used to request the actual dimit from the Grand Secretary Secretary. You must seno with Lodge No. this form a green activity report form 80 to remove him from your Nam. records. Ohio ow

FORM 60 Re, 1994 THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

REQUEST FOR DISPENSATION Form No. 61

(Sranb Tiotigg of Aug anit cceirtgir Aiinone of (altio

, Grand Master c/o Grand Secretary P.O. Box 629 Worthington, Ohio 48085

M.W. Grand Master:

Please issue a dispensation to Lodge No authorizing it to (state purpose or authority sought, location and date involved):

This request was authorized by vote of the Lodge at its stated meeting held on

20 as shown by its minutes. (If not authorized by vote of the Lodge, so state, with reason for emergency request.)

The following Masonic groups will be directly affected by this dispensation and have given their assent:

attest: Secretary W.M.

Address Address

City sip rode City sap code (seal)

recommend the issuance of the above requested dispensation. do—do not

D D.0 M. District

Yams dl THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

CERTIFICATE OF AWARD Form No. 62

Vie Grant! Labge of Free anb „Arm:deb Aiasans of

I:Instil:tab to

In recognition of his faithful service to Freemasonry

With the grateful appreciation of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

INTERIM CARD Form No. 65

See Resolution No. 12

Lodge No. , Ohio FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF OHIO

This is to certify that Brother whose signalure was written in the margin hereof in my presence. j was raised lo Me sublime degree of Master Mason In this Lodge on 20 , but as yet has not been examined in this degree. He is entitled to all rights, courtesies and privileges of our order until 20 .

Secretary THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

STANDARD CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING Form No. 66

Owed 404e 7 & X. 06 04.4

Standard Certificate of Good Standing

This is to certify that Brother

Is a member in good standing of Lodge No.

under the jurisdiction of The Grand Lodge of F & A.M of Ohio.

There are no charges pending against him and his dues have been paid to

November His Masonic Record is as follows;

Birthdale: UMC: / Lodge/State

EA: / Lodge/State. REIN: _/_ Lodge/State /

FC: / Lodge/State. /_ EXP: / Lodge/State _/_

MM: _/_ Lodge/State. REM: _/_ Lodge/State _/ _

NPD: / Lodge/State. / DIM: _/_ Lodge/State _/_

REIN: _/_ Lodge/State /_ AFF: / Lodge/State /

(If more space a needed please complete on mane side)

This certificate is not a Dimit and is furnished for informational purposes only

Secretary

Lodge No (SEAL)

Cory Suic FORM 66 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING FOR PLURAL MEMBERSHP Form No. 67

REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING FOR PLURAL MEMBERSHIP

Date

Secretary

Address

Oil row

Brother 3 member of

Lodge No :Auto/ si has presented a petition for Plural Membership.

Please certify his standing as a member and his Masonic record in order that his petition may be received by this lodge. Aber receipt of this certificate, and if he is elected to plural membership, I will notify your once of the date of election.

Secretary

(SEAL) Lodge No

Address.

City, Slate & Zip:

CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING FOR PLURAL MEMBERSHIP

This is to certify that Brodie, a member of

Lodge No at

is a member in good standing, with dues paid to and there are no charges pending against him

His Masonic Record is as follows:

Binhdate: UMC: Lodge/St:

EA: Lodge/St: RES: Lodge/St:

FC: Lodge/St: EXP: Lodge/Se

MM: Lodge/St: RES: Lodge/St:

NPD: Lodge/St: DIM: Lodge/Se.

RES: Lodge/St: AFT: Lodge/St: (If mere space is needed please complete on reverse side)

This certificate is not 3 demit and is issued only for affiliation as a plural member.

(SEAL) Secretary

Lodge No

Form 67 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

APPLICATION FOR PLURAL MEMBERSHIP Form No. 68

Fee S Member No Sappliration for third Olembergbip To the Worshipful Masten Warden and Brethren of

if ree enb grrepteb Among of ebio Zyt glivlitation at tbt tibuboctiber Aficpectlullp fibbolattb:

That he is a member in good standing of Lodge, No. • located at under the Grand Lodge of

That he was initiated the day of passed the day of and raised the day of Lodge No. located at under the Grand Lodge of And that he is desirous of being admitted a plural member of your lodge, if found worthy. His present residence is He was barn at on the day of His occupation is: place of business Dated at this day of A.D.

RECOMMENDED BY NAME IN RILL (No Imult) Bro. ADDRESS Urn CITY Llt

F nn 68

Brother Grand Seams*,

i5 la Ithase Mat an doe

Brother a member in goad standing of Lodge No. located at under the Grand Lodge of was elected a plural member of Lodge No F. & &M. of Ohio.

Lodge Saranry

Ferro 611 Doe THE GRAND LODGE OF R & A. M. OF OHIO

NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL Form No. 69

The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio

Notice of withdrawal

Dale:

To Secretary

Lodge No•

crty, am, Mp

DUI Brother Secretary,

a plural member in good standing in

Lodge No herewith request that my name be stricken from the roles of said Lodge

I understand that this action, in and of itself, has no effect upon my Primary Membership in

Lodge No.

Brother, Signalure

prier namc member number

Wrest

cit.,. Mot alp

This certificate is not a request fora Dina, nor can it be used at transfer membership, as this Brother still holds membership in another Lodge ander the jurisdiction of The Grand Lodge ofE &A. M. of Ohio

Brother Secretary, please forward white copy of this form to The Grand Secretary, Main yellow copy for your records . Report activity on your east Activity Report using "P L U as ■ code.

Secretary's signature

6666 69

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

REDESIGNATION OF PRIMARY LODGE Form No. 70

REDESIGNATION OF PRIMARY LODGE (Please Print C7earlvl

Date

Brother Middle Lod

Primary Lodge Member No.

Address House Sum

Coy State ne•

Phone # Email wishes to redesignate _ Lodge No. (currently his plural Lodge) as his Dem_primarylallge. This action automatically chum :4n

Lodge No. (currently his primary Lodge) to his pew plural Lodge,

Signature of Bmther Signature of current primary Lodge Secretary

This form must be submitted to the Secretary of the member's current primary Lodge, who must sign it. That Secretary should send a copy immediately to the Grand Secretary's Office, which will notify the member's current plural Lodge of its redesignation as his primary Lodge.

This action does not withdraw the brother from any membership in either Lodge nor does it require a vote of the Lodges involved. THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

LODGE ACTIVITY REPORT FORM Form No. 80

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LODGE AFFILIATION REINSTATEMENT REPORT Form No. 81

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LODGE SECRETARY: PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM WITH All INFORMATION YOU HAVE AVNLABLE THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

DUES COLLECTION FORMS Form No. 82

Send To The Ma km r b he ant lo Ow Gran Sweaty Grand Secretary an, Onaner 31 but babe ,Wmay 15. ( 4 • ProSw• 1•17o ha nat paid M Ono

(SECOND REMINDER..

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THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

APPLICATION FOR DUAL MEMBERSHIP Form No. 83

Fee S Member No Sapplication for /Dual jillemberohip To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethren of

free anb flfccepteb jiflasfonsf of Obio tirne application of the Moubocrifter 3t). estperttullp gibotoetly

That he is a member in good sninding

Lodge, No. located at under the Grand Lodge of

That he was initiated the day of passed the day of

and raised the day of to

Lodge No. located at under the Grand Lodge of

And that he is desirous of being admitted a dual member of your lodge, if found worthy.

His present residence is

He was born at on the day of

His occupation is: place of business

Dated at this day of

RECOMMENDED BY NAME IN FULL (No IniiiaN) Bro ADDRFSS Bro I

Fano 83

Brother Grand Secretary..

This is to advise that on clztE

Brothcr a member in good standing of

Lodge No located at under the Grand Lodge of

was elected a dual member of Lodge

No F. & A.M. of Ohio.

lodge Secretasy

Form 83 Errand 2000

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING FOR DUAL MEMBERSHIP Form No.83b

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REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING FOR DUAL MEMBERSHIP

DATE _ _ APPLICANT S NAME

Grand Secretary CURRENT ADDRESS Grand Lodge of F.14A.M. of Ohio P. 0. Box 629 CITY STATE__ ZIP Worthington, Ohio 430e5-0629

Brother a member of

Lodge No located at has presented a petition for dual membership

Please obtain from the Grand Secretary of unification of his shoaling for dual membership and his Masonic record in order that his petition may be received by this lodge After receipt of this certificate, and if he is elected to dual membership. I will notify your office of the date of election

Secretary

(SEAL)A L) lodge No

Address:

City, Sure & Zip.

CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING FOR DUAL MEINIERS1411.

This is to cenify that Brother a member of

Lodge No at

a a member in good standing, with dues paid to and there are no charges pending name him His Moronic Record is as follows,

Birdidate: UMC I / Lodge/St'

EA: Lodge/Ss' RES: / I Lodge/SS'

FC: Lodge/St • EXP: / / Lodge/St:

MM'. Lodge/St: RES. I I Lodge/St-

NPD: Lodge/St DEM. / Lodge/SI-

RES: Lodge/Si- AFF: / I LodgelSt•

(If more spare If needed please complete on MVOS! side)

This certificate is not a demo and is issued only for affiliation as a dual member

This Grand Lodge (I) allows dual membership; (2) will notify the Grand Lodge of Ohio when one of as Masons is elected to dual membership there or his membership is terminated; (3) and will recognize the suspension or upulsion by the lodge in Ohio of a Mason holding dual membership

IS E A L) Grand Secretary

The above cenification from the Grand Lodge of having been received in dm office. you art hereby authorized to accept the petition of the atom named Brother for dual membership After election. mum die Neer section of the Petition for Dual Membership to this office and report his election on your blue monthly activity report. (Fenn 81)

S EAL)

Grand Secretary at Ohio

GL FORM SA 12/M M WM

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING Form No. 84

the &unit Prbge of !fret araf Accepieir Allaeons of

REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING

Dun Merascr tie

Addms

Cny Slue Brother Secretary,

The above listed brother has submitted an application for affiliation in Lodge, No

Please provide us with the information requested below and return to me as soon as possible. Upon electing this brother to membership, we will request a Dimit from your Lodge, to be issued in the Brother's name.

. Secretary (SEAL) Lodge, No Address' City, State, Zip:

CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING

This is to certify that Brother , a member of Lodge No Located at is a member in good standing, with dues paid to There are no charges pending against him His Masonic record is as follows:

Birthdate: UMC: _L_1 Lodge/St, / EA: / / Lodge/St REIN: ____/____/ Lodge/St—__ FC: / /__Lodge/St_ EXP: / / Lodge/St _L

MM: / I Lodge/St / REIN: / / Lodge/St /

NPD. / Lodge/St I DIM / Lodge/St— /

REIN: / I Lodge/St 1 AFF• I I Lodge/St /

(If more space is needed please complete on reverse side)

This certificate is not a dimit and is issued only for informational purposes

Secretary (SEAL) Lodge No

City State

FORM M

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

REQUEST FOR DIMIT Form No.85

Zhe (Sranb 7Cobse of Aree orb 1..crepteb Alamo% of he

REQUEST FOR DIMIT

DATE-

TO- , Secretary Lodge No

Address

City, State, Zip

Dear Brother Secretary, This is to advise you that Brother was provisionally elected to membership in Lodge No on , 20 Please issue a Dimit, in his favor, at your earliest convenience. This Affiliation will become effective on the date of the issuance of a Dimit.

Secretary Lodge No

Address

City, State, Tip

Brother Secretary, Please issue the above requested Dimit. It is my desire that said Dimit be mailed directly to Lodge No at the address listed above. Respectfully,

Mibire Streittirc

Itleae Pnnt Name Member No

TiEFes.s—

City, State, Zip

FORM IS THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

APPLICATION FOR AFFILIATION Form No. 86

For n Member No

cApplication far ffilitttierri

To the Worshipful Master Wardens and Brrthren of

Lodge No Aree nnb Accepteb Masons of Gallia

th. Application of tbr Auburibrr Xasperlfully glliehoth:

Thai he is a member in good standing of

Lodge, No ____ : located at under the Grand Lodge of

That he was initiated the day of 20_passed the day of

_ 211 and raised the _____ day of 20 in Lodge No locatni at under she Good

Lodge or

And that he is desirous of being admitted a member of your lodge, if found woolly. upon receipt of a dimit

from Lodge No

His present residence is

He was born at on the day of

His occupation is: place of business

Delta al _ this day DI 20 RECOMMENDED BY NAME IN SILL (No inn.io Boo ADDRESS Bro Cm UP r—

MUM M. HP

Bro

From Lodge

Address

Coy Stale

Received 2U

Admitted 20

COMMITTEE

Bro

Brn

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REPORT OF INVESTIGATING COMMITTEE

• Facuubt r

• Psvoilbk

• Favorable

NI report is Unfavorable. write "Un" before word Fmorable

THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

RITUAL REPLACEMENT FORM Form No. 88

RITUAL REPLACEMENT FORM

LOST RITUAL BY LODGE OFFICER

Dear Brother Grand Secretary.

member of

Lodge No da acknowledge

that I have lost the Officer Ritual assigned to my Lodge To

the best of my knowledge the fallowing circumstances describe its loss:

I realize this ritual is the property of my Symbolic Lodge and it is

VA64fAS4V/C: WA/DWI-for anyone to be in possession of an Officer Ritual who

does not presently occupy that office If the Ritual is found, I promise to return it

promptly to my lodge

Signed Dote _ $50.00fee

REPLACEMENT RITUAL

❑ Damaged Ritual $5000 fee

No Charge 17] Worn Out Ritual

Lodge Secretory Signothr v.

FORM NO MI THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

APPLICATION AND AGREEMENT FOR ENDOWED MEMBERSHIP Form No.90

Application & Agreement To Purchase Endowed Membership

This agreement Is entered into between

hereinafter referred to as "Purchaser and Lodge

No F. & A M located at Ohio.

hereinafter referred so as —The Lodge " The Endowed Membership is to be issued In the name of and was: (please prom Check on,

Purchased as his own Member Number

Purchased in memory of Brother

who was a member in good standing of

Lodge No at the time of his death

Purchased in honor of who m a tit. member in good standing of Lodge No AND THE This Section To Be Used For Installment Payment Plan ONLY!

It h agreed by Purchaser and the ledge that the total cost of an Endowed Membership Is eight hundred dollars ($800.013, as prescribed by Code Section 29.06 of the Code of tire [hrs.: Grand Lodge of Ohio. and Mat Purchaser desires to purchase an Endowed Memberhip on INC ni the Instalment Plan as approved by the Lodge In accord.. with the rubs and requirements to establish such fund at fated on the reverse side at this agreement. ve of II o agreed by both surtlen Mal upon joyiemn by the purchme at the mewl of sip so (mitt bumf. dollars tHISOMM IIW tbe Lothre will bossed the right hundred dollen teals.

(SE00,00, loll. Grand Stetatury of the Graaf Lodge nl Lltaln. elm will issue an Endowed

ts Membership certificate in the name of the person designated by the Purchaser. n etc eer e Purchaser and Lodge agree WI those Rules and Rmodrements listed on the reverse hereof

m toned shall constitute a pert of this averment. alto Pay

llmen Purchaser tress NUS. ta Signed:

f Ins day of

d o Add., r o City: Sue: Zip Rec In Or neat of my death or inability meet with regard to Nit manes. please conlatl: hose %me

Address:

City: State, Zip' Telephone

For the ledge Orem.) 1.1.91E1 terra To GRAND orkitETAIn Signed: Or this 121.,.0,11■10OGE Khoo I.MO-11MOO loyal

DOLS. so Lint Office Mg rattly ro or lb*

S. All hilencs1 earned from the fund shall accrue to the credit of the Lodge. and any such earned interest may be transferred to the Lodge general fund on an annual basis. No interest shall be charged lhe purchaser by the Lodge.

9. An) purchaser who has less than bight hundred Lleollitro tssixiou) in the fund may withdraw such principal balance at ton) time upon written notice given thirty t3Ctoluys in advance of such wiiiitirewwl. Any balance In the fund not w:lthdritwit prim- we line 151 yew, run, date [if purchase shall btr Inutsferred no the Grand Secretary to he elethial to the Endowed MOtillIrrAllip Fund.

NOTE: Lodge and Purchaser to complete form on reverse side THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

COMMUNITY BUILDERS AWARD

IN RECOGNITION OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY, THIS AWARD IS GIVEN AND HEARTFELT GRATITUDE IS EXPRESSED FOR MANY YEARS OF SERVICE

INDEX Page Page Absence or death of Grand Master, Apron, District Deputy Grand Const. IX 9 Master's, Resol., 4 52 Absence of Master and Wardens, Appropriations, Grand Lodge, Code, Sect. 19.01 85 By-Laws, Sect. 6.01 (b,c,d) 34 Act of Incorporation, Grand Lodge 5 Armed Forces Residence Requirements, Action on Petitions, Code, Sect. 23.02 (b) 90 Unif. Code, Art. III 113 Assessments and Levies, Advancement and Examination of By-Laws, Sect. 11.07 42 Candidates, Code, Sect. 27.02 94 Assessments or Taxes, Advisory Committee, Appointment of, Code, Sect. 34.02 (c) 105 By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Assistance and Solicitations, Advisory Committee, duties, Code, Chap. 32 101 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (a) 28 Associate Grand Chaplain, Affiliation, Rejection of Application, Authority for, Resol., 13 61 Code, Sect. 33.03 103 Atheism, prohibition of, Charges, I 12 Affirmation versus Oath, Attendance at Grand Lodge, Code, Sect. 25.01 (d) 92 By-Laws, Sect. 5.02 (a) 33 Alcoholic Beverages, Authorities of Grand Master, Code, Sect. 34.02 105 Const. VIII 9 Alter or amend Constitution, Award, Rufus Putnam, By-Laws Const. XIII 10 Sect. 4.02 (x) 32, 108 Amendments, Jurisprudence Committee, Balloting and Objections, filing with, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (l) 31 Code, Chap. 26 92 Amendments to By-Laws, Balloting for Degrees, By-Laws, Sect. 11.11 43 Code, Sect. 26.01 92 Amendments to Code, Balloting for Membership, Code, Chap. 35 107 Code, Sect. 26.02 92 Amendments to Code, Balloting for Restoration, By-Laws, Sect. 11.10 42 Code, Sect. 26.03 92 Amendments to Constitution, Balloting Rules, Code, Sect. 26.04 93 Const. XIII 10 Behavior, after Lodge, Charges, VI(2) . 15 Amendments to Lodge By-Laws, Behavior, among Strangers, Unif. Code, Art. XV 116 Charges, VI(4) 15 Ancient Charges, sections of 11 Behavior, at Home, Charges, VI(5) 15 Annual Communication, Grand Behavior, between Brethren, Lodge, Const., III 7 Charges, VI(3) 15 Annual Dues, Code, Chap. 30 . 98 Behavior, in Lodge, Charges, VI(1) 14 Annual Dues of Lodge, Behavior, toward strange Brother, Unif. Code, Art. VII 114 Charges, VI(6) 16 Annual Installation of Lodge Officers 137 Blood Donor Cards, award, Resol. 6 55 Annual Return, details, Burial Expense, Code, Sect. 22.03 89 By-Laws, Sect. 7.02 & 27.05.... 35, 95 Burial Service Procedure, Annual Return, filing, Code, Sect. 22.04 89 By-Laws, Sect. 7.01 35 By-Laws, Amendment of, Annuity Membership Fund, By-Laws, Sect. 11.11 43 Code, Sect. 29.02 (b) 97 By-Laws, Subordinate Lodge, Appeals from Subordinate Lodges, approval, Code, Sect. 15.03 (b) 79 By-Laws, Sect. 11.09 42 By-Laws, Grand Lodge, Table Appearances in Public as a Lodge, of Contents 19-20 Code, Sect. 34.03 106 By-Laws, Uniform Code of 113 Appointment of Lodge Grievance Ceremonies 136 Committee, Unif. Code, Art. XII .. . 115 Certificate of Good Standing, Appointment of Trial Commission, Code, Sect. 33.07 & 33.02 (g) . . 103, 104 Code, Sect. 43.01 122 Certificate of Membership, Code, Sect. 29.01 96

Reissued Oct. 1978, 1979 193 194 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Page Page Certificate of Merit, History, Code, Sect. 18.02 (f) 83 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (j) 30 Certificate of Master's-elect, Masonic Home Endowment, Code, Sect. 18.02 (t) 83 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (k) 30 Charges of a Free Mason 11 Masonic Jurisprudence, Charges to be read in Lodge, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (1) 31 Const. XII (a) 10 Masonic Publications, Charities, Code, Sect. 32.01 101 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (m) 31 Charity Committee in Lodge, Necrology, Unif. Code, Art. X 115 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (n) 31 Charter Arrest, By-Laws, Sect. 11.08 .. . 42 Public Relations, Charter Fee, New Lodge, By-Laws, Sect 4.02 (o) 31 By-Laws, Sect. 8.01 36 Relief, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (p) 31 Charter, Surrender of, Ritual, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (q) 31 Code, Sect. 17.02 (g) 81 Scholarship, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (r) 31 Charters and Dispensations Committee, Temples, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (s) . 32 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Time and Place, Circus, partipation on Sunday, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (t) 32 Code, Sect. 34.04 (b2) 107 Topical Reference, Civic Events, participation in, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (u) 32 Code, Sect. 34.03 (b) 106 Unfinished Business, Civil Proceedings, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (v) 32 Code Sect. 19.02 (e) 85 Ways, Means and Accounts, Clandestine Masonry, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (w) 32 Code, Sect. 29.05 98 Committee on Charity for Lodge, Code, Amendments to, Unif. Code, Art. X 115 Code, Chap. 35 107 Committees, Required Meetings, Code of Lodge, Table of By-Laws, Sect. 4.01 (a, b) 28 Contents 73, 74, 75 Communicating Proceedings of a Code for Government of Lodges 79 Lodge, Code, Sect. 34.01 (g) Commercial Enterprise, Lodge partici- and 34.02 (d) 105 pation in, prohibited, Communication, Grand Lodge, Code, Sect. 34.02 (h-5) 106 Const., III 7 Committees, Grand Lodge, duties of, Communism, By-Laws, Sect. 11.04 41 By-Laws, Chap. 4 .. . . 28, 29, 30, 31, 32 Compensation for Conducting Trial, Advisory Committee, Code, Sect. 40.03 121 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (a) 28 Complaint Against Master, Charters and Dispensations, Code, Chap. 44 125 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (b) 29 Complaints and Charges, Trial, Credentials, Code, Chap. 41 121 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (c) 29 Concerning Civil Rebellion, Education and Information, Charges, II 12 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (d) 29 Concerning God and Religion, Examination of Visiting Brethren, Charges, I 12 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (e) 30 Conduct at Meetings, Fraternal Relations, Code, Sect. 21.04 88 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (f) 30 Conduct, Cognizance of, by Lodge, Grand Lodge Headquarters, Code, Sect. 40.01 121 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (g) 30 Conduct, Unmasonic, Grand Lodge Library, Code, Sect. 34.01 104 By-Laws Sect. 4.02 (h) 30 Conferring of Degrees, Grievances, Code, Chap. 27 94 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (i) 30 Conscientious Opposition to Oath, Code, Sect. 25.01 (d) 92

Reissued Oct. 1978, 1979 INDEX 195

Page Page Consecration of a Lodge 155-59 Dimits and Membership Transfer, Consent for New Lodge, Code, Chap. 33 102 By-Laws, Sect. 8.02 (c,d,e) 37 Dimit, How to, Code, Sect. 33.01 102 Consolidation, Completion of, Dimit, Exercising of, Code, Sect. 17.02 81 Code, Sect 33.02 (c) 102 Consolidation, How to, Dimit, How Long Valid, Code, Sect 17.01 80 Code, Sect. 33.04 103 Consolidation of Lodges, Dimit, Loss of Rights by, Code, Chap. 17 80 Code, Sect. 33.05 104 Conspiracy against Grand Lodge, Dimits from Other Grand Code, Sect. 15.02 (b) 79 Jurisdictions, Code, Sect. 33.06 104 Constituting Newly Chartered Lodge, Diplomas, Unif. Code, Art_ IX 115 By-Laws, Sect. 8.05 38 Discussions in Lodge, Constitution, altered or amended, Code, Sect. 21.04 (e) 88 Const., XIII 10 Dispensation, for special election, Constitution and Consecration Code, Sect. 18.03 (b, c) 83 of a Lodge 155-59 Dispensations Granted for New Constitution of the Grand Lodge, Lodges, By-Laws, Sect. 8.03 37 Table of Contents 6 Dispensations, New Lodges, granted by Constitution, preamble 7 Grand Master, Const., X 9 Corner Stone Laying, Public Dispensation, Temporary Meeting Structure 167-74 Place, Code, Sect. 20.01 (a) 85 Courtesy Masonic Funerals, District Deputy Grand Masters, Code, Chap. 22 88 Resol., 4 52 Courtesy Work, Code, Sect. 27.04 95 District Deputy Grand Master, Duties Credentials Committee, Appointment of, and Responsibilities, Resol., 4 52 By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 District Deputy Grand Master, Cuyahoga County Memorial Lodge, Jewel Design, Resol., 4 52 Resol., 3 51 District Education Officers, Resol., 8 56 Debate in Grand Lodge, Divided Rituals, use and By-Laws, Sect. 11.12 (c) 43 renewals, Resol., 5 54 Decisions of Master, Drinking Alcoholic Beverages, Code, Sect. 19.02 (b) 85 Code, Sect. 34.01 (e) & 34.02 105 Dedication, Invalidating, Dual Membership, Code, Sect. 29.04 98 Code, Sect. 20.02 86 Dues, Grand Lodge, Dedication of Lodge, By-Laws, Sect. 6.01 (a) 34 Code, Chap. 20 85 Dues, Exemption, Code, Sect. 29.02 97 Dedication of Lodge (room) 175-84 Dues Requirements, Code, Sect. 30.01 98 Dedication, Place of Meeting, Dues Receipt (card), Code, Sect. 20.01 85 Code, Sect. 30.04 99 Deputy Grand Master, duties, Dues, Remission of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.02 24 Code, Sect. 30.03 99 Degrees Authorized, Conferring of, Dues, after Trial, Code, Sect. 27.01 94 Code, Sect. 30.05 100 Degrees, Conferred in Entirety, Dues, Annual, for Lodge, Code, Sect. 27.03 94 Unif. Code, Art. VII 114 Degrees, Fees for Education and Information Committee, Unif. Code, Art. IV 114 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect 2.01. 23 Dependents of Deceased, Assistance to, Education and Information Committee, Code, Sect. 32.01 101 duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (d) 29 Detail of Information, Annual Return, Education and Information, By-Laws, Sect. 7.02 35 Code, Sect. 28.03 96 Determining Residence, Effect of Objections, Code, Sect. 23.03 90 Code, Sect. 26.06 93

Reissued Oct. 1978 196 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Page Page Election of Grand Lodge Officers, Fees with Petition, Code, Sect. 24.04. . . 91 Const., VI 8 Fellow Craft Trial, Election and Installation, Lodge Code, Sect. 42.02 (b) 122 Officers, Code, Chap. 18 82 Fellow Craft Visitation, Election of Lodge Officers, Code, Sect. 31.01 (d) 101 Code, Sect. 18.01 82 Fifty Year Membership Award, Election Report, Code, Sect. 18.07 84 Resol., 11 59, 60 Election of Trustee, Filing Annual Return, in Minutes, Unif. Code, Art. XIV 115 By-Laws, Sect. 7.01 (b) 35 Electioneering Forbidden, Filing Annual Return, time for, Code, Sect. 18.01 (d) 82 By-Laws, Sect. 7.01 (a) 35 Elective Lodge Officers, Financial Assistance, Unif. Code, Art. I 113 Code, Sect. 32.01 101 Eligibility for Masonic Burial, Fiscal Year, By-Laws, Sect_ 7.01 (a) 35 Code, Sect. 22.02 88 Foreign Lodge, Visitation, Eligibility of Master, Code, Sect. 28.01 (c) 96 Code, Sect. 18.02 82 Foundation Stone Laying, Public Emblems, Use of, prohibited, Buildings 167-74 Code, Sect. 34.01 (c) 104 Franklin County Memorial Lodge, Emergency Relief Fund, Grand Resol., 3 51 Lodge, By-Laws, Sect. 11.03 41 Fraternal Correspondent Allowance, Endowed Membership By-Laws, Sect. 3.02 (c) 27 Code, Sect. 29.06 98a Fraternal Correspondent, Entered Apprentice Trial, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (t) 30 Code, Sect. 42.02 (b) 122 Fraternal Relations Committee, Entered Apprentice Visitation, Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Code, Sect. 31.01 (d) 101 Fraternal Relations Committee, duties, Examining Committee, duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (f) 30 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (e) 30 Funerals, Masonic, Code, Chap. 22 88 Examination of Candidates, Funeral Service, Code, Sect. 22.05 89 Code, Sect. 27.02 94 Gambling and Penalties, Examination in Degrees, By-Laws, Sect. 11.05 41 Unif. Code, Art. VI 114 George Washington Masonic National also Sec. 21.02 87 Memorial Association, Resol., 7 .. . 56 Examination of Visiting Brethren God and Religion, concerning, Committee, Appointment of, Charges, I 12 By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Grand Lodge Administration, Exclusion of Visitors, By-Laws, Chap. 11 40 Code, Sect. 31.01 (e) 100 Grand Lodge Committees, names of, Exemption of Lodge Dues, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 (a) 23 Code, Sect. 29.02 97 Grand Lodge, consists of, Const. II 7 Expenditures, Limit of, Lodge, Grand Lodge Depositories, By-Laws, Sect. 9.02 39 By-Laws, Sect. 3.04 27 Expenses to Grand Lodge, Grand Lodge Dues, Fees and Approp., By-Laws, Sect. 5.02 (a) 33 By-Laws, Chap. 6, Sect. 6.01 34 Failure to Elect Officers, Grand Lodge Headquarters Committee, Code, Sect. 18.03 83 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Fee for Certificates of Membership, Grand Lodge Headquarters Committee, Code, Sect. 29.01 (c) 97 duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (g) 30 Fees for New Lodge Dispensation, Grand Lodge Library Committee, By-Laws, Sect. 8.01 36 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Fees for Degrees, Grand Lodge Library Committee, Unif. Code, Art. IV 114 duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (h) 30 Fees, Grand Lodge Grand Lodge Meeting Time and By-Laws, Sect. 6.01 (a,b) 34 Place, Const., III 7

Reissued Oct. 1978, 1981 INDEX 197

Page Page Grand Lodge Name, Const., 1 7 History Committee, duties, Grand Lodge Officers, Const., V 8 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (j) 30 Grand Lodge Officers Installation .. 149-154 Holidays, meetings on, Resol. 14 61 Unif. Code, Art. II 113 Grand Lodge of Ohio, Sovereignty, Holy Days, Observance of, Const., XI 9 Code, Sect. 34.04 106 Grand Lodge Opening, Honorary Membership, Lodge, By-Laws, Sect. 1.01 23 Code, Sect. 29.03 97 Grand Lodge Proceedings, printing of, Honorary Past Master, By-Laws, Sect. 2.04 (b) 25 Code Sect. 29.03 (e) 98 Grand Lodge Pension Plan, Resol., 10 57 Honorary Past Grand Master Grand Lodge Rules of Order, Resol. No. 16 61 By-Laws, Sect. 11.12 43, 44 Illegally Made a Mason, Grand Lodge Seal, Code, Sect. 29.05 98 By-Laws, Sect. 11.02 40 Illegal Organizations, Grand Master, Allowances, Code, Sect. 34.01 (h) 105 By-Laws, Sect. 3.02 27 Incorporation of Grand Lodge, Act of.. 5 Grand Master's Authorities, Incorporation of Lodges forbidden, Const., VIII 9 By-Laws, Sect. 11.01 40 Grand Master, duties, Indefinitely Suspended for N.P.D., By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23, 24 Unif. Code, Art. VIII 114 Grand Officer, Installed, before Installation of DDGM, DEO, officiating, Const., VII 8 Resol. 15 61 Grand Secretary, age requirement, Installation of Grand Lodge Const., V 8 Officers 149-54 Grand Secretary, Bonds, Installation of Officers, Lodge, By-Laws, Sect. 3.03 27 Code, Sect. 18.06 84 Grand Secretary, duties, Installation of Lodge Officers 137-48 By-Laws, Sect. 2.04 25, 26 Insurance Policies, security, Grand Secretary, Emeritus, By-Laws, Sect. 2.04 (I) 26 By-Laws, Sect. 3.01 (b) 27 Intemperance, Code, Sect. 34.01 (e) . . 105 Grand Secretary, Report, Interim Card, Resol., 12 60 By-Laws, Sect. 2.04, 2.05 25, 26 Intoxicants, use in Lodge, Grand Secretary Salary, Code, Sect. 34.02 (a) 105 By-Laws, Sect. 3.01 27 Intoxicants, for sale in Lodge Structure, Grand Treasurer, age requirement, Code, Sect. 34.02 (b) 105 Const., V 8 Invalidating Dedication of Lodge Grand Treasurer, Allowances, Hall, Code, Sect. 20.02 86 By-Laws, Sect. 3.02 (b) 27 Investment Committee Grand Treasurer, Bond, Code, Sect. 4.02 (h) 30 By-Laws, Sect. 3.03 27 Investments, Grand Lodge funds, Grand Treasurer, duties, By-Laws, Sect. 2.03 (d) By-Laws, Sect. 2.03 24, 25 & Sect 2.05 (b) 25, 26 Grand Treasurer, Records, Issuance of Certificate of Membership, By-Laws, Sect. 2.03 (c, d) 25 Code, Sect. 29.01 (b,c) 97 Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary Jewel, District Deputy Grand duties, jointly, By-Laws, Sect. 2.05 26 Master, Resol., 4 52 Grievances Committee, Appointment of, Journal, subscribing to by Grand By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Master, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 (f) 24 Grievances Committee, duties, Judge Advocate of Trial Commission, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (i) 30 Code, Sect. 43.02 (b) 123 Grievance Committee of Lodge, Jurisdiction of Grand Lodge of Ohio, Unif. Code, Art. XII 115 Const., XI (a) 9 History Committee, Appointment of, Jurisdiction of Lodge, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Code, Sect. 23.01 89

Reissued Oct. 1978, 1979 198 THE GRAND LODGE OF E & A. M. OF OHIO

Page Page Jurisdiction over Petitioner, Lodge, Standing Resolutions, Code, Sect. 24.01 (c) 90 Code, Sect. 15.04 79 Jurisprudence Committee, duties, Lodge, U.D., Sponsor of, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (1) 31 By-Laws, Sect. 8.02 (e) 37 Laying Comer Stone, Public Lodges Under Dispensation, Structures 167-74 Code, Chap. 16 80 Laying Foundation Stone, Public Lodges under Dispensation, rules, Structure 167-74 By-Laws, Sect. 8.04 37 Levies and Assessments, Lucas County Memorial Lodge, By-laws, Sect. 11.07 42 Resol., 3 51 Life Membership, Management of Craft, Charges, V 13 Code, Sect. 29.02 (a) 97 Masters, Wardens, Fellows, Lodge Appearances in Public, Charges, IV 13 Code, Sect. 34.03 106 Masonic Appearances in Public, Lodge, Business of, Code, Sect. 34.03 106 Code, Sect. 21.02 87 Masonic Assistance, Code, Sect. 32.01... 101 Lodge, By-Laws, Code, Sect. 15.03 79 Masonic Burial, Eligibility, Lodge By-Laws, Amendments to Code, Sect. 22.02 88 Unif. Code, Art. XV 116 Masonic Emblems, Name, Misuse of, Lodge Charity Committee, Code, Sect. 34.01 (c) 104 Unif. Code, Art. X 115 Masonic Funerals, Code, Chap. 22 88 Lodge Consecration 155-59 Masonic Home Endowment Committee, Lodge Constitution and Installation 155-59 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Lodge (room) Dedication 175-84 Masonic Home Endowment Committee, Lodge Dispensation or Charter, duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (k) 30 Code, Sect. 15.02 79 Masonic Home Memorial Lodge, Lodge Expenditure, Limit of, authority for, Resol., 2 50 By-Laws, Sect. 9.02 39 Masonic Home Trustees, naming of, Lodge Halls and Dedications, Resol., 1 49 Code, Sect. 20.01 85 Masonic Inconsistency of Customs, Lodge Incorporation Forbidden, Code, Sect. 34.02 (h, 1-5) 106 By-Laws, Sect. 11.01 40 Masonic Information, Lodge Jurisdiction, Code, Sect. 28.03 96 Code, Sect. 23.01 89 Masonic Jurisprudence Committee, Lodge, Meetings of a, Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Code, Chap. 21 87 Masonic Jurisprudence Committee, Lodge Meeting, Order of Business, duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (1) 31 Unif. Code, Art. XIII 115 Masonic Offenses, Code, Chap. 34 104 Lodge Meeting, time of, Masonic Publications Committee, Unif. Code, Art. II 113 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Lodges not represented at Grand Lodge Masonic Publications Committee, Communication, By-Laws, Sect. 5.03 33 duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (m) . 31 Lodge Officers, Election and Masonic Punishments, Installation, Code, Chap. 18 82 Unif. Code, Art. XI 115 Lodge Officers, Elective, Masonic Residence, time of, Unif. Code, Art. I 113 Code, Sect. 23.02 89 Lodge Officers, Rights and Masonic Solicitation, Duties, Code, Chap. 19 85 Code, Sect. 32.02 101 Lodge Procedure, Code, Sect. 21.02 87 Master, absence, Code, Sect. 19.01 85 Lodge Reconsecration 161-66 Meetings, Lodge, Code, Sect. 21.03 87 Lodge of Research, Ohio, Resol., 9 57 Meeting, Lodge, location of, Lodge Room, Use of, Code, Sect. 20.01 85 Code, Sect. 20.03 86 Meeting Place, Temporary, Code, Sect. 20.01 85

REISSUED OCT. 1978 INDEX 199

Page Page Meetings, Stated, Code, Sect. 21.01 87 Order of Business, Lodge, Meeting Time for Lodges, Unif. Code, Art. XIII 115 Unif. Code, Art. II 113 Organizations using Lodge Rooms, Membership, Code, Chap. 29 96 Code, Sect. 20.03 86 Membership, Dual, Code, Sect. 29.04 98 Past District Deputy Grand Master, Membership, Honorary, title and voting, Resol, 4 52 Code, Sect. 29.03 97 Past Master's Degree, Membership Lists, Misuse of, Code, Sect. 18.02 82 Code, Sect. 34.01 (d) 104 Patriotic event, Code, Sect. 34.03 (b) 106 Membership, Unlawfully obtained, Penalties and Restoration, Code, Sect. 29.05 98 Code, Chap. 45 126 Memorial Lodge Officer Appointments, Penalties for Unmasonic Conduct, Resol., 2, 3 50, 51 Code, Sect. 45.01 126 Memorial Lodge Responsibilites, Penalty for not Passing Master Mason Resol., 2, 3 50, 51 Examination, Code, Sect. 27.02 (d). 94 Mental Patient, burial of, Pension Plan, Grand Lodge, Code, Sect. 22.02 (c) 88 Resol., 10 57, 58 Method of Objection, Petitions, Code, Chap. 24 90 Code, Sect. 26.05 93 Petition Fees, Code, Sect. 24.04 91 Method of Service of Trial Petitioning for Degrees, Summons, Code, Sect. 43.03 (d,e,f) 123 Code, Sect. 24.01 90 Minimum Membership of Lodges, Petitions for Degrees, Withdrawal of, Code, Sect. 15.01 79 Unif. Code, Art. V 114 Moral Law, Charges, I 12 Petition for Membership or Initiation, Necrology Committee, Appointment of, Unif. Code, Art. III 113 By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Petition, Rejection of, Necrology Committee, duties, Code, Sect. 24.03 91 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (n) 31 Petition Withdrawal, New Lodge, dispensations for, Code, Sect. 24.02 91 Const., X 9 Petitioners for New Lodge, New Lodge Under Dispensation, Code, Sect. 16.01 80 By-Laws, Chap. 8 36 Physical Fitness of Candidate, Nominations of Officers, not permitted, Const., XII (b) 10 Code, Sect. 18.01 (c) 82 Picnics, on Sunday, Notice of Meetings, Code, Sect. 34.04 (b-1) 107 Code, Sect. 21.04 88 Pilgrimages to Ohio Masonic Home, Notice Publications, Code, Sect. 34.05 (b) 107 Code, Sect. 34.02 (g) 106 Political Usage of Emblems, Notice of S.N.P.D., Code, Sect. 34.01 (c) 104 Code, Sect. 30.01 (h) 98 Procedure for Masonic Burial, N.P.D., Suspended Indefinitely, Code, Sect. 22.04 89 Unif. Code, Art. VIII 114 Proceedings, Grand Lodge, printing of, Oaths, at Trials, Code, Sect. 43.03 (j) 124 By-Laws, Sect. 2.04 (13) 25 Objections, Effect of, Property Surrender with Charter, Code, Sect. 26.06 93 By-Laws, Section 11.08 42 Objection, Method of, Proxy, to Vote at Grand Lodge, Code, Sect. 26.05 93 -By-Laws, Sect. 5.01 32 Observance of Sunday, Publication of Lodge Business, Code, Sect. 34.04 106, 107 Code, Section 34.02 (d) 105 Officers Decline to Serve, Public Relations Committee, Appointment Code, Sect. 18.04 83 of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Officers may not petition U.D. Lodges, Public Relations Committee, duties, Code, Sect. 16.02 80 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (o) 31 Officers Ritual, Resol., 5 54 Punishments for Masonic Offenses, Ohio Lodge of Research, Resol., 9 57 Unif. Code, Art. XI 115

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200 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Page Page Punishment If Guilty, at Trial, Ohio Lodge of Research, Resol., 9 .. 57 Code, Sect. 45.01 126 Grand Lodge Pension Plan, Qualifications for Office, Charges, IV . 13 Resol., 10 57. 58 Qualifications of Candidates, Filly Year Membership Award, Code, Chap. 25 91,92 Resol., 11 59, 60 Quorum for Opening Grand Lodge, Interim Card, Resol., 12 60 Const., IV 8 Associate Grand Chaplain, Rebellion of Lodge, Resol., 13 61 Code, Sect. 15.02 (b) 79 Grand Lodge Installation of Recognition of Another Grand Lodge, Officers, Resol. 14 61 By-Laws, Sect. 10.01 39 Restoration, S.N.P.D., Reconsecration of Lodges 161-66 Code, Sect. 30.02 99 Record of Divided Rituals, Restoration to Membership, Resol., 5 54, 55 Code, Sect. 48.02 130 Reimbursement of Assistance, Rights of Master and Wardens, Code, Sect. 32.03 102 Code, Sect. 19.02 85 Rejection of Application to Affiliate, Right to be heard at Trial, Code, Sect. 33.03 103 Code, Sect. 43.03 123 Rejection of Petition, Ritual Committee, Appointment of, Code, Sect. 24.03 91 By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 2.3 Relief Committee, Appointment of, Ritual Committee, duties, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (q) 31 Relief Committee, duties, Ritual and Instruction, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (p) 31 Code, Chap. 28 96 Relief, Masonic, Code, Chap. 32 101 Ritual Instruction, Code, Sect. 28.02 96 Remitting Dues, Code, Sect 30.03 99 Ritual Loss Penalty, Resol., 5 54 Rental of Space to Intoxicant Sales, Ritual, Past Master's Degree, Code, Sect. 34.02 (b) 105 Code, Sect. 18.02 (d) 83 Report of Election, Code, Sect. 18.07 84 Ritual, Unauthorized version of, Requirements for New Lodge, U.D., Code, Sect. 34.01 (f) 105 By-Laws, Sect. 8.02 36 Ritual Use, Code, Sect. 28.01 96 Requirements for Recognition of Other Ritual, (pen) Written or Grand Lodges, By-Laws, Sect. 10.01 39 Typewritten, Resol., 5 53 Requirements to Qualify Candidates, Robes, use of in public, Code, Sect. 25.01 92 Code, Sect. 34.02 (h-1) 106 Research, Ohio Lodge of, Resol, 9 57 Rufus Putnam Award, Residence Requirements, Masonic, Sect. 4.02 (x) 32, 108 Code, Sect. 23.02 90 Rules of Order for Grand Lodge, Resignation of Officers, By-Laws, Sect. 11.12 43, 44 Code, Sect. 18.05 84 Rules and Regulations for Subordinate Resolutions, Grand Lodge, Lodges, Const., XI (b) 10 Table of Contents 47 Scholarship Comm ittee, Appointment Ohio Masonic Home, Resol., 1 49 of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Ohio Masonic Home Memorial Scholarship Committee, duties, Lodge, Resol., 2 50 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (r) 31 Cuyahoga County Memorial Lodge, Seal of Grand Lodge, Resat., 3 51 By-Laws, Sect. 11.02 40 District Deputy Grand Masters, Service of Trial Summons, Resol., 4 52 Code, Sect. 43.03 123 Ritual, Resol., 5 53, 54, 55 Slander, Charges, VI (6) 16 Blood Donor Card, Resol., 6 55, 56 Solicitation, Masonic, George Washington Masonic National Code, Sect. 32.02 101 Memorial Association, Resol., 7... 56 Sponsoring New Lodge, District Education Officers, By-Laws, Sect. 8.02 (e) 37 Resol., 8 56

REISSUED OCT. 1978 INDEX 201

Page Page Sts. John Day celebration, Trial Complaints, Code, Sect. 34.03 106 Code, Sect. 41.01 121 Suicide, Burial rights of, Trials, Conducting of, Code, Sect. 22.02 (c) 88 Code, Sect. 43.03 123 Sunday Observance, by Lodges, Trial Forum, Code, Sect. 42.02 122 Code, Sect. 34.04 106 Trial Jurisdiction, Suspended, for N.P.D. Indefinitely, Code, Sect. 42.01 122 Unif. Code, Art. VIII 114 Trial Jurisdiction and Trial Forum, Suspension or Expulsion List, Not Code, Chap. 42 122 publicized, Code, Sect. 34.02 (e,f) 105 Trials, Settled Where, Table of Contents 3, 4 Code, Sect. 40.01 121 Table of Contents, Constitution of Trial Answer Date, Grand Lodge 6 Code, Sect. 43.03 123 Table of Contents, Grand Lodge Trial, Appeal of, By-Laws 19, 20 Code, Sect. 45.02 (b) 126 Table of Contents, Code for Trial Appearance and Plea, Government of Lodges 73, 74, 75 Code, Sect. 43.02 124 Table of Contents, Trials 119 Trial of E.A. or F.C., Temples Committee, Appointment of, Code, Sect. 42.02 (b) 122 By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Thal Procedures, Code, Chap. 43 123 Temples Committee, duties, Trial, Service of Papers, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (s) & 9.01 ... 32, 38 Code, Sect. 43.03 123 Temples and Financing, Trial Testimony, By-Laws, Chap. 9 38 Code, Sect. 43.03 124 Temples Committee Action, Trial Transcript to Grand By-Laws, Sect. 9.03 39 Secretary, Code, Sect. 43.03 (m) . 124 Temples Committee Expense, Trial Voting, Code, Sect. 43.03 .. 124 By-Laws, Sect. 9.04 39 Trial Vote, Notice of Results, Temple Corporation, By-Laws, Code, Sect. 43.03 (n) 124 Sect. 9.05 - 9.06 39 Trial by Commission, Termination of Objection, Code, Chap. 43 122 Code, Sect. 26.06 (c) 94 Trial Commission Expense, Territorial Jurisdiction and Masonic Code, Sect. 43.01 (d) 122 Residence, Code, Chap. 23 89 Trial Commission Panel, Test Oath, Code, Sect. 31.02 (c) 101 Code, Sect. 43.01 122 Time and Place Committee, Appointment Trial Procedure, by Commission, of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Code, Sect. 43.01.. 122, 123, 124, 125 Time and Place Committee, duties, Trustee, Election of, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (t) 32 Unif. Code, Art. XIV 115 Topical Reference Committee, Appointment Typewritten Ritual, Responsibility, of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Resol., 5 53 Topical Reference Committee, duties, Uniform Code of By-Laws 113 By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (u) 32 Uniform Dues Receipts, Transfer by Dimit, How to, Code, Sect. 30.04 99 Code, Sect. 33.02 102 Unfinished Business Committee, Ap- Travel Allowances to Grand Lodge, pointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 . . 23 By-Laws, Sect. 5.02 (a,b) 33 Unfinished Business Committee, duties, Trials and Trial Procedures, General, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (v) 32 Code, Chap. 40 121 Unmasonic Conduct, Trial Charges Preferred, Code, Sect. 34.01 104 Code, Sect. 41.02 121 Unmasonic Conduct, Notice of, Trial Commission, By-laws, Sect. 11.06 42 Code, 43.01 122 Veteran Membership Awards, Trials, Compensation for, 50 year, Resol., 11 59, 60 Code, Sect. 43.01 (d) 122

Reissued Oct. 1978, 1979 202 THE GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. OF OHIO

Page Page Visitation by Lodge, Vouching, Code, Sect. 31.02 100 By-Laws, Sect. 20.01 (b) 86 Ways, Means and Accounts Committee, Visitation, Code, Chap. 31 100 Appointment of, By-Laws, Sect. 2.01 23 Visitation, Objection to, Ways, Means and Accounts Committee, Code, Sect. 31.01 100 duties, By-Laws, Sect. 4.02 (w) 32 Visiting Ohio Masonic Home, Withdrawal of Objection, Code, Sect. 34.05 (b) 107 Code, Sect. 26.06 (b) 94 Voting in Grand Lodge, Withdrawal of Petition, By-Laws, Sect. 5.01 (a,d,e) 32 Code, Sect. 24.02 91 Voting on Amendments to Code, Code, Chap. 35 107 Withdrawal of Petition for Degrees, Voting and Balloting, Unif. Code, Art. V 114 Methods of 111, 112 Witness Testimony at Trial, Voting at Grand Lodge, Code, Sect. 43.03 124 By-Laws, Sect. 5.01 32 Written (pen) Ritual, security, Vote to Restore from Suspension, Resol., 5 53 Code, Sect. 45.02 126

REISSUED OCT. 1978