I feel that Freemasonry in our Province continues to gain strength and although some Lodges are having difficult times the dedication and enthusiasm of the Brethren is reflected in the very high standard of Degree working and Installation Ceremonial which is demonstrated in our Lodges. I have been privileged to have accompanied our Lodges to England where our Degree working was very well received by our Sister Lodges in the English Constitution.

The Provincial Grand Lodge Homepage has been a remarkable success with over 30,500 visitors since 2006, it has provided a window for the outside world to view our activities. Our Lodges have donated over £140,000 to Non-Masonic Charities and £35,000 to the New Caravan Fund, easily exceeding the target of £20,000.  

The Commissioned Office-bearers have been tremendous in their support and it was wonderful to be at Grand Lodge in November when the Grand Master Mason recognised this hard work by conferring the Honorary Grand Rank of Junior Deacon on Bros Angus Ross, William Perry and Alex Kelly, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters. Provincial Grand Lodge Office-bearers and Committee Members continue to support their Team Leaders attending visitations and Installations in good numbers. In Grand Lodge Bro. George R. Kelly was Installed as Grand Junior Deacon and Bro. Thomas McCrone, Past Master of Lodge Griffin No. 1254 was appointed to the Board of Grand Stewards.

In 2010 we have The Installation of Office-bearers on 5^th. March in Cambuslang, The Annual Divine Service will be held on Sunday 25^th. April in The Old Parish Church , Uddingston. This will be the last Annual Divine Service conducted by Rev. Norman McKee as he will retire from the Ministry in June 2010 – last year the attendance was over two hundred and fifty and I would again request a large attendance of Brethren at this most important event. On Friday 11^th. June we have organised a Dinner to be held in Uddingston at which The Grand Master Mason, Bro. Iain Wolrige Gordon and Bro. Prof. Trevor Stewart will be guest speakers. (see Events Page for details). In June 2010 we will also start the procedure to Elect a new Provincial Grand Master.  

Finally I would wish everyone a Happy and Prosperous New Year.        

James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master.

Wednesday 23^rd. December 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge St. Bryde 579 this evening – the last meeting of 2009. The business meeting was well attended and a harmony followed.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Alasdair Dunlop, R.W.M.

Saturday 19^th. December 2009.

Lodge St. Thomas No. 306.

Bro. Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Annual Installation this afternoon.

Bro. William Dick was Installed as Right Worshipful Master by Bro. Craig Niven, P.M. and Bro. Robert Ferguson, P.M. in a very impressive manner.

Bro. William Dick, R.W.M. is congratulated by Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Angus Ross, S.P.G.M.

Friday 18^th. December 2009.

Lodge Cambuslang Royal Arch No. 114.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation which included Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary to the Annual Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

Bro. Graeme Hardie was duly Installed as Right Worshipful Master of the Lodge by Installing Masters, Bros. Douglas McKechnie, P.M. and Bro. Angus Ross, P.M. 

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Graeme Hardie, R.W.M. and the Installing Masters.

Saturday 12^th. December 2009.

Lodge Robert Burns No. 440.

Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Installation of Office-bearers at his Mother Lodge this afternoon.

The Deputation included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. Rev. Peter Price, Senior Provincial Grand Chaplain.

An excellent Installation Ceremonial was conducted by Bros. Gary Sweeten and Douglas Welsh, Past Masters of the Lodge. Bro. Iain Edgar was duly Installed as Right Worshipful Master.

Bro. Iain Edgar, R.W.M. is congratulated by Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. William Perry, S.P.G.M.

Bro. Iain Edgar, R.W.M. , Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and the 23 Past Masters of Lodge Robert Burns 

who were present at the Installation.

Friday 11^th. December 2009.

Lodge St. John No. 471, Shotts.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. William Craig and a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge attended the Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

Bro. Alex Campbell and James Allison , Past Masters of the Lodge conducted an excellent Installation Ceremonial and Bro. Alex Gardner was Installed as Right Worshipful Master.

Alex Gardner, R.W.M. with the Provincial Deputation.

Bro. Alex Gardner is congratulated by Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Thursday 10^th. December 2009.

Lodge Woodhall St. John`s No. 305.

Bro. Tom Davidson, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Annual Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

The Deputation included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary.

Installing Masters Bro. Alex Young, P.M. and Bro. Stanley Robinson, P.M. carried out a first class working of the Installation ceremonial and Bro. John Alcorn was duly Installed as Right Worshipful Master of the Lodge.

Bro. John Alcorn, R.W.M. and the Office-bearers of the Lodge.

John Alcorn, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, PGM, Bro. Tom Davidson, S.P.G.M. and Reigning Masters.

Wednesday 9^th. December 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended his Mother Lodge this evening and witnessed an excellent E.A. exemplification by Lodge Office-bearers.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Alasdair Dunlop, R.W.M.

Saturday 5^th. December 2009.

Lodge Coltswood No. 1067.

Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master Lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master to the Installation of Office-bearers at Lodge Coltswood No. 1067 this evening.

Bros. Ian Wilson, P.M.  and Robert McIntosh, P.M. conducted an Installation Ceremonial of the highest standard and installed Bro. James Durning as Right Worshipful Master.

Bro. James L. Jack,P.G.M. and Bro. William Perry, S.P.G.M. congratulate Bro. James Durning, R.W.M.

Friday 4^th. December 2009.

Lodge Robert King Stewart No. 919.

Bro. Alex Kelly, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master to the Annual Installation of Office-bearers this evening. An excellent Installation Ceremonial was conducted by Bros. Nicoll Ross and Andrew Affleck both Past Masters of the Lodge.  Bro. Charles Burns was duly installed as Right Worshipful Master of the Lodge.

Bro. Charles Burns, R.W.M. with the visiting Reigning Masters.

Bro. Charles Burns, R.W.M. is congratulated by Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Alex Kelly, S.P.G.M.

Wednesday 2^nd. December 2009.

Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and Bro. James Ferguson, Provincial Grand Chaplain attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented Bro. Adam Linning, M.M. with a Platinum Jubilee Certificate to mark his 70^th. year as a Member of 166. Bro. Robert McCormick, R.W.M. and the Office-bearers of the Lodge worked a M.M.M. Degree on three Candidates.

Bro. Adam Linning is congratulated by Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Robert McCormick, R.W.M.

Sunday 29^th. November 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied the Brethren from St. Peter`s Lodge No. 7334, Birmingham to Rosslyn Chapel. The Brethren had attended the Lodge St. Bryde Installation of Office-bearers on Saturday 28^th.

James L. Jack, P.G.M. with the Brethren from Birmingham at Rosslyn. 

28^th. November 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Installation of Office-bearers this afternoon. Included in the Provincial Deputation were Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary, Bro. Ronnie McCarney, Provincial Grand Tyler and Bro. John Furlong, Provincial Committee.

Bro. Alasdair Dunlop was duly Installed as Right Worshipful Master in an excellent manner by Bros. Alex Hamilton and Andrew McAlpine both Past Masters of the Lodge. A large Deputation headed by W. Bro. Martin Parrack, Worthy Master of St. Peter`s Lodge No. 7334, Birmingham also attended and presented the P.G.M. with £150 for the Sunshine Centre in Johannesburg. 

Lodge St. Bryde Office-bearers.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Martin Parrack, W.M. 7334 and the Brethren of 7334.

Friday 27^th. November 2009.

Lodge Coltswood No. 1067.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended a Civic Reception to mark the Centenary of Lodge Coltswood No.1067 in Motherwell this evening. The Reception was hosted by Depute Provost Jim Robertson who presented Bro. Colin Campbell, Right Worshipful Master with a plaque to commemorate the occasion.

After a splendid dinner, a vote of thanks was proposed by Councillor Tony Clarke, Convener, Policy and Resources Sub Committee.

Bro. Colin Campbell, Right Worshipful Master and Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master 

are welcomed by Depute Provost Jim Robertson.

Thursday 26^th. November 2009.

Lodge Robert Burns No. 440.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bros. Tom Davidson, William Perry and Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and Bro. Peter Price, Provincial Grand Senior Deacon attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening. To the delight of the assembled Brethren Bro. Gary Sweeten, Right Worshipful Master announced that the Brethren of the Lodge wished to confer Honorary Membership on Bro. Peter Price. This was readily accepted and the obligation was conferred by Bro. William Perry, S.P.G.M. Bro. Gary Sweeten, R.W.M. presented Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with a cheque for £500 for the Provincial Caravan. The Office-bearers of the Lodge worked an excellent M.M.M. Degree on six Candidates.

Bro. Gary Sweeten, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and the Provincial Deputation.

Wednesday 25^th. November 2009.

Lodge Hamilton Kilwinning No. 7.

Bro. Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master and Bro. Tom Davidson, Substitute Provincial Grand Master to the Annual Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

Bro. Allan Taylor was Installed as Right Worshipful Master of the Lodge by Bros. Robert Mackay, P.M. and John Prentice, P.M. in a very impressive manner.

Bro. Allan Taylor, R.W.M. is congratulated by Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Angus Ross, S.P.G.M.

Sunday 22^nd. November 2009.

Lodge St. Enoch No. 1288.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Annual Divine Service of Lodge St. Enoch this evening with a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge. The Rev. Michael Lyle, Minister of Viewpark Church conducted the Service.

Bro. Stuart Hunt, R.W.M. , Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Rev. Michael Lyle.

Saturday 21^st. November 2009.

Lodge Garrowhill No. 1413.

Bro. Tom Davidson, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Annual Installation of Office-bearers this afternoon. The Deputation included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary.

An excellent Installation Ceremonial was conducted by Bros. Alex McLaughlin and Graham Gourlay, Past Masters.

At the conclusion of the meeting Bro. Jace Cranston, Right Worshipful Master presented a cheque for £100 for the New Caravan.

Bro. Tom Davidson, S.P.G.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulate Bro. Jace Cranston, R.W.M. 

and Bros. Alex McLaughlin and Graham Gourlay, Installing Masters.

Friday 20^th. November 2009.

Lodge St. Clair No. 427.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended a Special Meeting of Lodge St. Clair this evening. A large Deputation of Reigning Masters headed by Bro. Gordon Airns, R.W.M. of Lodge Woodhall St. John`s No. 305 were warmly welcomed into the Lodge by Bro. James Waddell, R.W.M.

The Reigning Masters Team worked an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. James Waddell, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and the Reigning Masters.

Thursday, 19^th. November 2009.

Grand Lodge of Scotland

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and a large number of Brethren from our Province attended the Installation of the Grand Master Mason and Grand Office-bearers this afternoon in Edinburgh .

The Grand Master Mason, Bro. Charles Iain Wolrige Gordon of Esslemont conferred Honorary Grand Rank of Junior Deacon on Bros. Angus Ross, P.M. 114, William Perry, P.M. 440 and Alex Kelly, P.M. 948.

Bro. David Stark, P.G. Piper congratulates the new Grand Piper, Bro. David  Ogilvie.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulates Bros. Angus Ross, William Perry and Alex Kelly

 Honorary Grand Junior Deacons.

Wednesday 18^th. November 2009.

Lodge St. Enoch No. 1288.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Stuart Hunt, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge. The Office-bearers of the Lodge worked an excellent exemplification of the F.C.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented the refurbished Lodge Roll Book to the Lodge and this was much appreciated by the Members.

At the conclusion of the meeting the Members of the Lodge presented a cheque for £200 for the Sunshine Centre in Johannesburg .

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presents the refurbished Roll Book to Bro. Stuart Hunt, R.W.M.

Monday 16^th. November 2009.

Lodge Motherwell Caledonian No. 1228.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening. Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented a lecture “The George Washington National Masonic Memorial”. Bro. James Muir, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge presented a cheque for £100 for the New Provincial Caravan Fund.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. James Muir, R.W.M. and Bro. James Carruthers, R.W.M. No.7.

Saturday 14^th. November 2009.

Lodge Major Ness No. 948.

Bro. Alex Kelly, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead the Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge into his Mother Lodge this evening. Bro. Kelly was deputising for Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master who had recently undergone knee surgery. Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. James Ferguson, Provincial Grand Chaplain accompanied the Deputation.

Bros. David McEwan and William Wallace both Past Masters of the Lodge, Installed Bro. Samuel Miller as Right Worshipful Master in an excellent manner.

Bro. Samuel Miller, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Alex Kelly, S.P.G.M.

Wednesday 11^th. November 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge St. Bryde No. 579 this evening. A large Deputation from Lodge Eastmuir No. 1126 headed by Bro. Frank Richmond, Right Worshipful Master was warmly welcomed into the Lodge by Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge.

The Office-bearers of Lodge Eastmuir conferred an excellent M.M. Degree on one Candidate. A number of Brethren from various Lodges in the Province of Surry were also made most welcome in the Lodge.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. welcomes Bro. Frank Richmond, R.W.M. , Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and visiting Reigning Masters.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. with the P.G.M. and visitors from Surry.

Monday 9^th. November 2009.

Lodge Heatheryknowe No. 1461.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Gordon Offord, Immediate Past Master and the Brethren of the Lodge. An excellent E.A. Degree was conferred on one Candidate by Bro. Gordon Rowe, Past Master and the Office-bearers of Lodge Coltswood No. 1067.

James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bros. Gordon Offord, I.P.M., Gordon Rowe, P.M.1067 and Bro. George McPheat, R.W.M. 963.

Saturday 7^th. November 2009.

Lodge Livingstone, Stonefield No. 599.

Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master headed a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Installation of Office-bearers this afternoon. The Deputation included Bros. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary.

Bro. Tom Harold was Installed as Right Worshipful Master by Bros. Ian Clark and William Andrew, both Past Masters of the Lodge.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. James Shanks, D.P.G.M. congratulate Bro. Tom Harlod, R.W.M.

Friday 6^th. November 2009.

Lodge The Duke of Hamilton No. 1636.

Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Annual Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

Included in the Deputation were Bros. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master, William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master, William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and James Ferguson, Provincial Grand Junior Chaplain.

An excellent Ceremonial was conducted by Bros. Bill Baillie, P.M., Iain McPhedran, P.M. , Ian Watson, P.M. and Bro. George McCall was duly Installed as Right Worshipful Master of the Lodge.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. James Shanks, D.P.G.M. congratulate Bro.George McCall, R.W.M.

Wednesday 4^th. November 2009.

Lodge Hamilton No. 233.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and a number of other Brethren from Provincial Grand Lodge attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented a Jubilee Certificate to Bro. John Lindsay, Past Master and a Diamond Jubilee Certificate to Bro. Robert Paterson. In making the presentation, the P.G.M. praised the dedication of the two Brethren to Lodge Hamilton over many years.

Bro. Ian Brown, Right Worshipful Master presented a cheque for £250 to the New Caravan Fund on behalf of the Lodge. The R.W.M. and Brethren of the Lodge conferred Honorary Membership on Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

The Lodge was closed and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented a Lecture on The Masonic Temple in Dublin .

Bro. Ian Brown, R.W.M. congratulates Bro. John Murray and Robert Paterson on receiving their Certificates and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. 

on receiving Honorary Membership.

Monday 2nd. November 2009.

Lodge Buchanan No. 1499.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. David Bloomfield, Provincial Grand Master of Kilwinning, Bros. Alex Kelly & William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented Jubilee Certificates to Bros. Robert Russell and William Swanson both Past Masters of the Lodge. Bro. Paul Kerr, Right Worshipful Master and the Lodge Office-bearers worked an excellent M.M. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. Paul Kerr, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. , Bro. David Bloomfield, P.G.M. Kilwinning and Bros. Robert Russell and William Swanson.

Sunday 1^st. November 2009.

The Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. Kenneth D. Kennedy, Immediate Past Provincial Grand Master, Bros. Tom Davidson and William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Annual Divine Service of The Provincial Grand Lodge of Glasgow this afternoon. The Service in Dennistoun New Church was conducted by Bro. Rev. Gordon B. Armstrong and Bro. Rt. Rev. Idris Jones.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Alistair Henderson, P.G.M. of Glasgow

Saturday 30^th. October 2009.

Lodge St. Clair No. 427.

Bro. Alex Kelly, Substitute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge, which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master to the Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

Bros. Ian Cleland, P.M. and Gary Gilfillan, P.M. conducted an Installation Ceremonial of the highest standard, duly Installing Bro. James Waddell for a second term as Right Worshipful Master.

Bro. James Waddell, R.W.M. with the Lodge Office-bearers.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Alex Kelly, S.P.G.M. , Bro. James Waddell, R.W.M. 

and the Reigning Master who attended the Installation.

Friday 30^th. October 2009.

Lodge Coltswood No. 1067.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge which included Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bros. Tom Davidson and William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and Bro. Rev. Peter Price, Senior Provincial Grand Chaplain attended a Special Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Peter Price, Sen. P.G. Chaplain conducted the ceremony of dedicating New Lodge Regalia.

Honorary Membership of the Lodge was conferred on Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and the collection of £200 was donated to the Sunshine Centre in Johannesburg . 

Bro. Colin Campbell, R.W.M. with the Provincial Deputation.

Bro. Colin Campbell, R.W.M. congratulates Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. 

on receiving Honorary Membership of the Lodge.

Thursday 29^th. October 2009.

Lodge Tollcross, Glasgow No. 1194.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge Tollcross No. 1194 90^th. Anniversary Meeting this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Anthony Warnock, Depute Provincial Grand Mater of Glasgow and the members of Lodge Tollcross.

An excellent E.A. Degree was conferred by invited Reigning Masters, four of whom wre from The Middle Ward.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with the Masters from our Province who took part in the ceremonial. Bros. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579, Greg Patterson, R.W.M. 114, Graeme Wood, R.W.M. 203 and Gordon Smith, R.W.M. 1413

Thursday 29^th. October 2009.

The Grand Lodge of Scotland .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Communication of Grand Lodge in Edinburgh this afternoon. Bro. Thomas McCrone, Past Master of Lodge Griffin No. 1254 was attending the meeting for the first time as a member of the Board of Grand Stewards.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. welcomes Bro. Tom McCrone to Grand Lodge.

Wednesday 28^th. October 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of Lodge St. Bryde No. 579 this evening. A large Deputation from Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166 headed by Bro. Robert McCormick, Right Worshipful Master was warmly welcomed by Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master of 579.

The Office-bearers of 166 worked an excellent M.M.M. Degree on two Candidates.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579 welcomes Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Robert McCormack, R.W.M.

Sunday 25^th. October 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Annual Divine Service of Lodge St. Bryde this evening in Uddingston Old Parish Church . A large attendance of Brethren was warmly welcomed by Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master. Rev. Norman McKee, Minister of The Old Parish Church conducted an excellent Service.

Rev. Norman McKee with Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. 

Friday 23^rd. October 2009.

Lodge Blantyre Kilwinning No. 557.

Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master lead a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master to the Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

An excellent Installation Ceremonial was conducted by Bro. Gordon Mather, P.M. Bro. Ronald Ford, PM 607 and Bro. James Brown, P.M.  Visitors attended from four Provinces.

Bro. Ronald Ford, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. James Shanks, D.P.G.M.

Bro. Ronald Ford, R.W.M. with the Provincial Deputation.

  The Lodge Office-bearers.

Wednesday, 21^st. October 2009.

Lodge Buchanan No. 1419, Killearn.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary, Bros. William Kerr & Hugh Twaddle Provincial Grand Committee and Bros. Paul Kerr, Right Worshipful Master, Robert Edwards & Robert McGeogh, P.M. `s all members of Lodge Buchanan No. 1499 visited Lodge Buchanan No. 1419 this evening.

The Deputation was well received by Bro. George Smith, Right Worshipful Master and Bro. John McKenzie, Provincial Grand Master of Stirlingshire.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented the Lecture Freemasons at Gettysburg after which a good question and answer session took place.

Bro. George Smith, R.W.M. 1419 & Bro. John McKenzie, P.G.M. welcome Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. & Bro. Paul Kerr, R.W.M. 1499.

Tuesday 20^th. October 2009.

Lodge Meridian No. 1779.

Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master accompanied by a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Installation of Office-bearers of Lodge Meridian.

Installing Masters Bro. William Gow, P.M. 1779 & 219 and John Brash, P.M. 757 installed Bro. Andrew Neilson into the Chair of the Lodge in a ceremony of the highest standard.

It is worthy of note that Brethren from seven Provinces attended the meeting.

Bro. Andrew Neilson, R.W.M. with Installing Masters and the Provincial Deputation.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulates Bro. Andrew Neilson, R.W.M.

Monday 19^th. October 2009.

Lodge Motherwell Caledonian No. 1228.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening. A large Deputation from Lodge New Monkland Montrose No. 88 headed by Bro. Alex McCartney, R.W.M. were received into the Lodge by Bro. James Muir, R.W.M. The visiting Brethren worked an excellent M.M.M. Degree on one candidate.  

Bro. James Muir, R.W.M. welcomes Bro. Alex McCartney, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Sunday 18^th. October 2009.

Joint Annual Divine Service of Lodge New Monkland Montrose No. 88, The Operative Lodge of Airdrie No. 203 and Caldercruix St. John No. 1314.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bros. Alex Kelly and William Perry Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. Wiliam Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Joint Annual Divine Service in New Wellwynd Church this evening. An excellent and thoughtful Service was conducted by Rev. Robbie Hamilton.

Rev. Robbie Hamilton with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M., Bro. Alex McCartney, R.W.M. 88, Bro. Robert McCormick, R.W.M. 166, Bro. Graeme Wood, R.W.M. 203 and Bro. Scott Averall, R.W.M. 1314.

Sunday 18^th. October 2009.

Lodge Buchanan No. 1499 – Annual Divine Service

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bros. Alex Kelly, William Perry, Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Annual Divine Service of Lodge Buchanan No. 1499 in St. Andrews Church , Cambuslang this afternoon. An excellent Service was conducted by Rev. Leslie Milton.

Bro. Paul Kerr, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Rev. Leslie Milton.

Thursday 15^th. October 2009.

Lodge Coltswood, Glenboig No. 1067.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Colin Campbell, R.W.M. and a large attendance of Brethren.

Bro. Jim Gold, Right Worshipful Master of Lodge Regal No. 1422 led a large Deputation of Reigning Masters from various Provinces into the Lodge and conferred an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. Colin Campbell, R.W.M. 1067 with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and the Reigning Masters.

Wednesday 14^th. October 2009.

St. Peter`s Lodge No. 7334, Birmingham.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Installation of Office-bearers at St. Peter`s Lodge this evening and were warmly welcomed by W. Bro. Robert Townsend, Worshipful Master and R.W. Bro. Michael Price, Provincial Grand Master of Warwickshire.

Bro. Martin Parrack who is well known to Lodges within our Province, was duly Installed as Worshipful Master of the Lodge.

A large Deputation from St. Peter`s Lodge is due to attend the Installation of Office-bearers at Lodge St. Bryde No. 579 on Saturday 28^th. November.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. William Craig, P.G. Sec. are welcomed by W.Bro. Martin Parrack, W.M. and Bro. Michael Price, P.G.M.  

Tuesday 13^th. October 2009.

Lodge Mother Kilwinning No. 0.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening at the invitation of Bro. David Bloomfield, Provincial Grand Master of The Provincial Grand Lodge of Kilwinning.

A large Deputation from Remembrance Lodge No. 586, Ontario , Canada was received into the Lodge by Bro. George Stoddart, Right Worshipful Master.

Remembrance Lodge worked an excellent exemplification of a M.M. Degree.

The Worthy Master of Remembrance Lodge presented The Mother Lodge with a banner to commemorate the visit.

Bro. David Bloom field, P.G.M. welcomes the P.G.M. and W.M. of 586.

Monday 12^th. October 2009.

The Grand Lodge of Scotland – Information and Communications Committee – Scottish Masonic Archive Group.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the first meeting of the Scottish Masonic Archive Group today in Glasgow . A very productive meeting was Chaired by Bro. Alistair Henderson, Provincial Grand Master of Glasgow Designate and future details of proposals will be published in the near future.

Bro. Alistair Henderson, P.G.M. D., with Committee Members.

Sunday 10^th. October 2009.

Lodge Robert Burns No. 440.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bros. Alex Kelly and Angus Ross Substitute Provincial Grand Masters, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary, Bro. James Ferguson, Junior Provincial Grand Chaplain and a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge attended the Annual Divine Service of the Lodge this evening.

The Service was conducted by Bro. Rev. Peter Price, Senior Provincial Grand Chaplain the Bible Readings by Bro. Gary Sweeten, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Bro. Gary Sweeten, R.W.M. with Bro. Rev. Peter Price, Senior Provincial Grand Chaplain

and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Friday 9^th. October 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lothian and Berwickshire.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Tom Davidson, Bro. Angus Ross Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Provincial Grand Lodge of East Lothian and Berwickshire Installation of Office-bearers at Haddington this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. George Donnelly, P.G.M. East Lothian & Berwickshire.

Thursday 8^th. October 2009.

New Caravan Update.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. , Bro. George Kelly, P.P.G.M. , Bro. William Craig, P.G. Secretary and Mrs . Anne Kelly viewed a caravan today which Bro. George Kelly as Chairman of the Holiday Accommodation Committee had identified as a possible replacement for the present caravan. Preliminary discussions took place with the manufacturer and a number of modifications were discussed.

The caravan is a Victory make Ventura Super 35 feet x 12 feet. Further information will be updated on this page.

The Victory Ventura Super 35/2 

Wednesday 7^th. October 2009.

Lodge Hamilton No. 233.

Bro. Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Master headed a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Installation of Office-bearers this evening.

The Deputation included  Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Tom Davidson, Alex Kelly, William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary.

An excellent Installation ceremonial was conducted by Bros. Ian Lothian and Colin Taylor both Past Masters of the Lodge and Bro. Ian Brown was duly Installed as Right Worshipful Master.

Bro. Ian Brown, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. Angus Ross, S.P.G.M. and Installing Masters, Ian Lothian and Colin Taylor.

Tuesday 6^th. October 2009.

Lodge Old Monkland St. James No. 177.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. James Docherty, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge. The Lodge Office-bearers worked an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

At the conclusion of the meeting the P.G.M. congratulated the Brethren on their Non Masonic Charity Fund Raising, which this year had totalled over £14,000. 

Bro. James Docherty, R.W.M. welcomes Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Sunday 4^th. October 2009.

Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bros. Alex Kelly, William Perry, Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and Bro. James Ferguson, Provincial Grand Chaplain attended the Lodge Annual Divine Service in the Temple this evening.

Bro. Robert McCormick, Right Worshipful Master welcomed a large attendance of Brethren and their ladies and introduced Bro. Rev. Thomas Wilson of Coatdyke Congregational Church who conducted an excellent Service. Bro. Rev. Wilson kindly suggested that the collection taken at the Service be donated to the Provincial Grand Lodge New Caravan Fund. A cheque for £200 was presented by Bro. Robert McCormick, R.W.M. to the P.G.M.

Bro. Robert McCormick, R.W.M. with the P.G.M. and Bro. Rev. Tom Wilson.

Saturday 3^rd. October 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and his wife Helen attended the Annual Dinner Dance at Lodge St. Bryde No. 579. They were warmly welcomed by Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. and his sister Jane welcome the P.G.M. and his wife Helen to the Dance.

Friday 2^nd. October 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward.

Regular Communication – Airdrie.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master presided over a large attendance of Brethren at the Regular Communication of Provincial Grand Lodge which was held in The Masonic Temple of Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166.

Highlights of the meeting were the presentation of Golf and Bowling prizes, The appointment of Bro. Tom McCrone, Past Master of Lodge Griffin No. 1254 to The Board of Grand Stewards and the news that the New Caravan Fund had broken through the £33,000 barrier. (This Fund officially closes on 30^th. November).

Provincial Grand Lodge also made a donation of £300 to The Sunshine Centre for children in Johannesburg .

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulates Bro. Charles Clark, P.M. Lodge 177 and Bros. Hugh Glen and Pringle Johnstone of Lodge 963 Winners of the Golf and Bowling trophies.

Friday 25^th. September 2009.

Lodge St. John , Shotts No. 471.

Bro. Mark Topping, P.M. presided at this evenings meeting and warmly welcomed Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary. After the business of the evening was concluded the Provincial Grand Master gave a report on his recent visit to the District of Central South Africa.

Bro. Mark Topping, P.M. welcomes Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. Bro. William Craig, P.G. Sec. and Bro. Robert Paterson, R.W.M. Lodge Robert King Stewart No. 919.

Wednesday 23^rd. September 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge St. Bryde No. 579 this evening in Uddingston.

Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master and the Office-bearers of the Lodge worked an excellent M.M. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. congratulated Bro. Ronnie McCarney, P.M. , Provincial Grand Tyler who was celebrating his 70^th. birthday.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.F.M. congratulate Bro. Ronnie McCarney, P.M., P.G. Tyler.

Monday 21^st. September 2009.

Lodge Buchanan No. 1499.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening with a Deputation from Lodge St. Bryde No. 579, his Mother Lodge.

Bro. David Shaw R.W.M. and the Office-bearers of Lodge St. Bryde worked an excellent M.M. Degree.

Bro. Paul Kerr, R.W.M. Lodge Buchanan welcomes Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M., Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579, Bro. George Campbell R.W.M. 1230 and Bro. Greg Paterson, R.W.M. 114.

Monday 14^th. September 2009.

Lodge New Monkland Montrose No. 88.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. Bill Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Stewart McEwan, Past Senior Provincial Warden and Bro. Tom Reid, Provincial Grand Committee attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented Jubilee Certificates to Bros. Albert Dalzell and Peter Weir. He praised the dedication to their Mother Lodge over many years and the commitment that they have made in taking important Office in the Lodge this year.

Bro. Alex McCartney, Right Worshipful Master thanked the P.G.M. for presenting the Certificates and invited the P.G.M. to accept Honorary Membership of the Lodge which he was delighted to accept.

Bro. Alex McCartney, R.W.M. with Bros Albert Dalzell and Peter Weir and the Provincial Grand Lodge Deputation.

Thursday 10^th. September 2009.

Lodge Golden Thistle No. 744, Johannesburg , South Africa .

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Bob Law, D.G.M. and a large Deputation of District Grand Lodge Office-bearers attended the Installation of Bro. Robert De La Hunt as R.W.M. of  Lodge Golden Thistle No. 744 this evening in Johannesburg .

Bro. Bob Law, D.G.M. presented Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with gifts on behalf of the Brethren of the District of Central South Africa.

Bro. Robert De La Hunt, R.W.M. with The D.G.M. and P.G.M.

Wednesday 9^th. September 2009.

Losie Piet Retief No. 1501, Vereeniging , South Africa .

This Scottish Lodge meets in Vereeniging and works in Afrikaans. The Provincial Grand Master and Bro. Bob Law, District Grand Master attended the Lodge this evening accompanied by Bro. Cecil Bates, Provincial Grand Master, Irish Constitution. Bro. Jaj Barnard and the Office-bearers worked an excellent E.A. Degree.

Bro. Bob Law, D.G.M. and the Office-bearers of D.G.L. dedicated a new Lodge banner.

New Lodge Banner.

Bro. Jaj Barnard, R.W. welcomes the D.G.M. and P.G.M. 

Tuesday 8^th. September 2009.

Lodge Herodom No. 1768, Boksburg , South Africa .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master visited Lodge Herodom No. 1768 with Bro. Bob Law, District Grand Master and a large Deputation from District Grand Lodge.

Bro. Terry Fitzgerald, R.W.M. and the Lodge Office-bearers worked an excellent M.M. Degree.  Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. was presented with a book on South Africa by the R.W.M.

Bro. Terry Fitzgerald, R.W.M. with P.G.M., D.G.M. and District Grand Lodge members.

Monday 7^th. September 2009.

Lodge Friendship No. 95, Grand Lodge of South Africa , Johannesburg .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended this South African Constitution Lodge with Bro. Bob Law, District Grand Master and a large Deputation from District Grand Lodge.  A most unusual E.A. Degree was worked by Bro. Brian Hunt, R.W.M. and the Office- bearers of the Lodge. Bro. David Duncan, Provincial Grand Master of The Northern Division, Grand Lodge of South Africa warmly welcomed the visitors.

Bro. Brian Hunt, R.W.M. , Bro. David Duncan, P.G.M. welcome Bro. Bob Law D.G.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Saturday 5^th. September 2009.

Lodge Nelspruit United No. 1402, Nelspruit, South Africa .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master visited Lodge Nelspruit United No.1402 this evening with Bro. Bob Law, District Grand Master and a large Deputation from District Grand Lodge. An excellent Installation Ceremonial was conducted by the District Grand Lodge Office-bearers.

Our return on Sunday 6^th. September was via The Kruger National Park.

Bro. Carl Pistorius, R.W.M. 1402 with Bro. Bob Law, D.G.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M  

The Temple at Nelspruit.

Friday 4^th. September 2009.

The District Grand Lodge of Central South Africa .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master visited The District Grand Lodge of Central South Africa of which he is Proxy District Grand Master. He received a wonderful reception from Bro. Bob Law, District Grand Master and the Brethren of The District Grand Lodge during his stay in South Africa .

The District Grand Lodge Offices at Roslin Park .

District Office-bearers at the BBQ held to welcome the PGM.

Saturday 29^th. August 2009.

Lodge Burns Immortal No. 1730.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Eric Bowie, R.W.M. and the Brethren of the Lodge.

The Lodge worked an excellent exemplification of the E.A. Degree and conferred Honorary Membership on Bro. Pat O`Donnell of Lodge St. Enoch No. 1288.

The R.W.M. presented the P.G.M. with a cheque for £250 for the New Caravan Appeal on behalf of the Lodge.

Bro. Eric Bowie, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulate Bro. Pat O`Donnell.

Wednesday 26^th. August 2009.

The Operative Lodge of Airdrie No. 203.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bros. Alex Kelly, Bill Perry Substitute Provincial Grand Masters, William Craig , Provincial Grand Secretary and William Kerr, Provincial Grand Committee attended The Operative Lodge of Airdrie this evening. An excellent F.C. dDegree was conferred by Bro. Robert McCormick , R.W.M. and the Brethren of Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166.

The P.G.M. presented Bro. James Gregor of Lodge 203 with a Diamond Jubilee Certificate.

Bro. Graeme Wood, R.W.M. 203, with Bro. Robert McCormick, R.W.M. 166, Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M., Bro. James Gregor and the Provincial Deputation.

Wednesday 19^th. August 2009.

Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Regular Meeting of Lodge Airdrie St. John No. 166 this evening.

An excellent E.A. Degree was conferred by the Lodge Office-bearers on one Candidate.

The P.G.M. welcomed a large number of Brethren from out with our Province including two Brethren from Germany .

James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Robert McCormack, R.W.M. and Bro. Harry McAdam , Substitute Master.

Tuesday 18^th. August 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge of Kilwinning.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bros. George Kelly, Past Provincial Grand Master, Alex Kelly, Tom Davidson, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Regular Communication of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Kilwinning this evening. Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented a Lecture on Freemasons Hall, Dublin.

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Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. David Bloomfield, P.G.M. Kilwinning.

Sunday 2^nd. August 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge Golf.

The Provincial Grand Lodge Golf Competition was played at Drumpellier Golf Club this afternoon.

Excellent weather complemented the course which was in super condition. In a keenly fought competition the winners were,

Amicoil Trophy: Individual        Charles Clark 177

Team Event. Winners                203

Tunnock Trophy  Seniors          Peter Clarke     440

Provincial 1^st. Class                  Charles Clark   177

Challenge Cup 2^nd Class           John Gardner    203

Inner Guard Shield 3^rd. Class    John Rooney    203

  Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Charles Clark Individual Winner.         

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. John Gardner 203,  Team Winner       

Thursday 30^th. July 2009.

The National Grand Lodge of Romania .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master visited the National Grand Lodge of Romania this afternoon after previously meeting the Grand Master at the I.C.H.F. in Edinburgh.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Lucian Ortelecan, Assistant Grand Secretary.

Tuesday 14^th. July 2009.

Lodge Meridian No. 1779.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge Meridian No. 1779 this afternoon and was warmly welcomed by Bro. James Barrie, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge. Visitors were present from Lodges in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Ayrshire, Renfrewshire East and Dunbartonshire.

The P.G.M. presented an interesting lecture on the Order of Free Gardeners which was well received by the Brethren and a lively question and answer session followed.

Bro. James Barrie, R.W.M. presented a cheque for £100 for the New Caravan Fund.

Tuesday 30^th. June 2009.

Loch Lomond Golf Club.

Bro. Gordon Perry, Past Master of Lodge Robert Burns No. 440 invited Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master and Bro. Andrew Millar, Senior Provincial Grand Warden to play at the famous Scottish Open course. Bro. Gordon won the bid for the four ball at the Provincial Charity Dinner held last year at Baillieston.

In a keenly fought match the P.G.M. and W.S.P.G.W. beat S.P.G.M. and 440 P.M. by 4 and 3.

The golfers on a beautiful day at Loch Lomond .

Monday 29^th. June 2009.

The Lodge of Melrose St. John No. 1 Bis.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary and Bro. Ronald McCarney, Provincial Grand Tyler attended the Regular Meeting of Lodge St. John in Melrose this evening.

A very warm welcome was received from Bro. Philip Titley, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge.

The Lodge Office-bearers worked an excellent F.C. Degree on two Candidates.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Philip Titley, R.W.M.

Saturday 20^th. June 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge of Dumfriesshire.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bros. Tom Davidson, Alex Kelly, William Perry, Angus Ross Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and William Craig Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Installation of Bro. Brian Porteous as Provincial Grand Master of Dumfriesshire in Dumfries this evening.

The ceremony of Installation was conducted by Bro. Archibald McGown, Depute Grand Master.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulates Bro. Brian Porteous Provincial Grand Master of Dumfries.

Friday 19^th. June 2009.

Lodge St. Mary No. 31, Coltness.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master led a large Deputation from Provincial Grand Lodge to the Centenary Re-dedication of the Masonic Hall, Wishaw.

Bro. George Carnegy, Right Worshipful Master and a large attendance of Brethren warmly welcomed the Provincial Grand Master and Member of Provincial Grand Lodge.

An excellent Ceremony of Re-dedication was conducted by the Provincial Grand Chaplains, Bro. Rev. Peter Price and Bro. James Ferguson.

A commemorative plaque was unveiled by the Provincial Grand Master to mark the Centenary.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. George Carnegy, R.W.M. and the Office-bearers of Provincial Grand Lodge and Lodge St. Mary.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presents Bro. George Carnegy, R.W.M. with the P.G.L. plaque.

Thursday 18^th. June 2009.

Lodge Coltswood No. 1067.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master, Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary, Bro. Stewart McEwan, Past Senior Provincial Grand Warden and Bro. Gordon McCaffer, Provincial Grand Treasurer attended Lodge Coltswood No. 1067 this evening.

It was a special occasion in that a Degree Team of Members from Drumpellier Golf Club  led by Bro. Ian Wilson, Past Captain worked an excellent E.A. exemplification. 

At the conclusion of the meeting Bro. Colin Campbell, Right Worshipful Master of Lodge Coltswood presented the P.G.M. with a cheque for £1,000 for the New Caravan Fund.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with members of the Degree Team.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Ian Wilson, Past Captain.

Saturday 13^th. June 2009.

The Grand Lodge of Scotland .

“The Homecoming”. Freemasons Hall, Edinburgh .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended The Homecoming Concert with his wife Helen in Edinburgh this evening.

The Concert by The Glasgow Phoenix Choir was arranged by Grand Lodge to mark the 250^th. Anniversary of the birth of Bro. Robert Burns.

An excellent concert by The Phoenix Choir, conducted by Marilyn J. Smith was enjoyed by a large audience in Freemasons Hall, which included a good support from The Middle Ward.

Marilyn J. Smith, conducts the Glasgow Phoenix Choir.

Friday 5^th. June 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge of Lanarkshire Middle Ward.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master presided over the Regular Communication of Provincial Grand Lodge in Cambusnethan this evening..

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. welcomed Bro. Hugh Young, Past Grand Master of Alberta to the meeting and was warmly received by the Brethren.

Bro. Ean Brown, Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies presented Bro. George Youngson of Lodge Robert King Stewart No. 919. The P.G.M. praised the work that Bro. Youngson had done for Lodge 919 for many years as Lodge Almoner. The P.G.M. presented Bro. Youngson with a jewel and certificate as Honorary Provincial Grand Almoner.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Hugh Young, P.G.M. of Alberta .

The P.G.M. with Bro. George Youngson and the members of Lodge Robert King Stewart No. 919.

Monday 1^st. June 2009.

The Lodge of Edinburgh (Mary`s Chapel) No. 1.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Special Meeting of The Lodge of Edinburgh No. 1 this evening. The Meeting had been specially arranged for Brethren who had attended the International Conference on the History of Freemasonry and a large number of overseas Brethren were in attendance.

The Right Worshipful Master Bro. Andrew Smith and the Office-bearers conferred an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Andrew Smith, R.W.M. No.1, Bro. Maurice Wilson, P.G.M. of Edinburgh, Bro. David Bloomfield, P.G.M. of Kilwinning and Bro. Terry Stoddart, R.W.M. No.0.

Friday 29^th. May to Sunday 31^st. May 2009.

Second International Conference on the History of Freemasonry.

Freemasons Hall, Edinburgh .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the three day, 2^nd. International Conference on the History of Freemasonry in Edinburgh .

The Conference was officially opened by Bro. Charles Wolrige Gordon, Grand Master Mason. In his opening remarks he emphasised the important role that research into Masonic History was now playing in the wider community and that we in Scotland had a rich source of Masonic records which academics regarded as being the oldest and most complete in the world.

Bro. The Earl of Elgin and Kincardine, Past Grand Master unveiled the restored apron which was owned by Bro. Robert Burns. The apron which will eventually feature in the Grand Lodge Museum was restored by Bro. Andrew Mushet.

The Conference was a huge success with Delegates attending from around the world. The Conference Programme was of the highest standard with Speakers presenting a wide variety of Masonic subjects, with many new discoveries having been made since the last Conference two years ago.

The venue (note the restored Grand Lodge Organ.)

Andrew Mushet and Lord Elgin discuss the Burns Apron.

The Robert Burns Apron.

Wednesday 27^th. May 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended his Mother Lodge this evening. The Lodge Past Masters headed by Bro. Ronnie McCarney, P.M. conferred an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. with Bro.Colin Denholm, R.W.M. 557 and the P.G.M. 

Friday 22^nd. May 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge St. Bryde 579 Fund Raiser this evening in the Masonic Hall, Uddingston.

Photo    Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579 with the P.G.M. and Speakers.

A limited number of tickets are available for the Grand Lodge Concert,

“The Homecoming” by The Glasgow Phoenix Choir on Friday 12^th. June at 7.30p.m. in St. Brides Church, Hyndland Road , Glasgow .

Tickets priced £10 can be purchased from P.G. Secretary.

Thursday 21^st. May 2009.

Lodge Eastmuir No. 1126, Glasgow.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge Eastmuir No. 1126 this evening with the Brethren of Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

The Deputation was warmly received by Bro. Frank Richmond, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of 1126. Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of Lodge St. Bryde worked an excellent E.A. Degree.

Bro. Frank Richmond , R.W.M. welcomes Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579 and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Sunday 17^th. May 2009.

Lodge Livingstone, No. 599 & Lodge Blantyre Kilwinning No. 557

Joint Annual Divine Service.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master and Bro. Bill Perry, Substitute Provincial Grand Master attended the Joint Annual Divine Service of Lodges 599 & 557 this evening in Blantyre Congregational Church.

The Service was conducted by Rev. Malcolm J. Anderson, Minister of the Church and the Scripture Readings were read by Bro. Cameron Neill, Right Worshipful Master of 599 and Bro. Colin Denholm, Right Worshipful Master of Lodge 557.

Rev. Malcolm J. Anderson with Bro. Cameron Neill, R.W.M. , Bro. Colin Denholm, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M.

Thursday 7^th. May 2009.

Lodge Friendship No. 439, Phoenix, Mauritius.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of Lodge Friendship No. 439 in Mauritius this evening. Friendship is the only Scottish Lodge working on the island and Lodge shares the Masonic Temple with Lodges belonging to the Grand Lodge of Mauritius.

The P.G.M. was very warmly welcomed by Bro. Gilbert Vas, Right Worshipful Master and a large attendance of Brethren. The Lodge worked an excellent M.M. Degree on one Candidate and interestingly three E.A.`s and two F.C.`s left the meeting while the M.M. ceremonial was being conducted to receive instruction on the E.A. and F.C. Degrees. The P.G.M. presented the Lodge with a Middle Ward plaque to mark the visit.After the meeting the Brethren retired to a splendid dinner.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presents a plaque to Bro. Gilbert Vas, R.W.M., Bro. Lalit Ramburn, W.S.W. and Bro. Robert Frederic, W.J.W. No. 439.

The East of the Masonic Temple in Phoenix , Mauritius

Wednesday 29^th. April 2009.

Lodge St. Andrew, Kilmarnock No. 126.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. Bill Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary, Bro. Alex Hamilton Provincial Grand Senior Deacon and Bro. Bill Kerr, Provincial Grand Committee attended Lodge St . Andrew No. 126 were the P.G.M. presented the “Freemasons at Gettysburg ” Lecture. Bro. Robert Little, Depute Provincial Grand Master of Ayrshire invited the Middle Ward Brethren to join the Ayrshire Provincial Deputation. 

The Lecture was well received by Bro. Stuart Hamilton, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge.  

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Stuart Hamilton, R.W.M. , Bro. Robert Little, D.P.G.M. and the visitors.

Tuesday 28^th. April 2009.

Lodge Bothwell Brig No. 1229.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended Lodge Bothwell Brig this evening accompanied by Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master.

Bro. Jack Cheape, Right Worshipful Master welcomed a large Deputation from Lodge Blantyre Kilwinning No. 557 headed by Bro. Colin Denholm, Right Worshipful Master. Lodge 557 worked an excellent exemplification of the F.C. Degree.

Bro. Jack Cheape, Right Worshipful Master with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and visiting Masters.

Monday 27^th. April 2009.

Lodge The Duke of Hamilton No. 1636.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Arthur Lindsay, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge. Bro. James Carruthers, Right Worshipful Master of Lodge Hamilton Kilwinning No. 7 headed a splendid Deputation of Reigning Masters into the Lodge and worked an excellent exemplification of the E.A. Degree.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Arthur Lindsay, R.W.M. 1636.

 Other Members of the Deputation included, Bro. James Carruthers R.W.M. No. 7, Gordon Airns R.W.M. 305,  Bro. Eric Bowie R.W.M. 1730, Bro. James Boyd R.W.M. 306, Bro. Jack Cheape R.W.M. 1229, Bro. George Campbell R.W.M.1230, Bro. Colin Denholm R.W.M. 557, Bro. Ronnie Fleming R.W.M. 1096, Bro. Stuart Hunt R.W.M. 1288, Bro. Ian McNiven R.W.M. 668, Bro. Jim Muir R.W.M. 1228, Bro. Robert Paterson R.W.M. 919, Bro. Tom Pollock R.W.M. 233, Bro. Jim Ross R.W.M. 551, Bro. Sam Stewart R.W.M. 948, Bro. Robert  McCormick R.W.M. 166

Sunday 26^th. April 2009.

Provincial Grand Lodge, Annual Divine Service.

The Provincial Grand Lodge Annual Divine Service was held in Uddingston Old Parish Church this evening with over 250 Brethren and friends attending.

The Service was conducted by Rev. Norman McKee and Bro. Rev. Peter Price, Senior Provincial Grand Chaplain preached a very thought provoking Sermon.

Coffee and Tea was served after the Service by the ladies. Our thanks to the Church Session, the Organist and the Church Officer for their help.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Rev. Norman McKee, Bro. Rev. Peter Price and Bro. Jim Shanks, D.P.G.M.

Thursday 23^rd. April 2009.

The Grand Lodge of Scotland , Grand Committee.

Proxy Appointment.

Bro. Charles Wolrige Gordon, Most Worshipful Grand Master Mason presided over the Grand Committee this afternoon.

The Grand Master approved the appointment of Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master as Proxy District Grand Master of Central South Africa. 

This is not only a personal honour that Bro. Bob Law, District Grand Master of Central South Africa and the Brethren of the District have conferred on our P.G.M. , but it is an Honour for our whole Province. The appointment will take effect from 1^st. May 2009.

Wednesday 22^nd. April 2009.

The Operative Lodge of Airdrie No. 203.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

A large Deputation from The St. John`s Operative Lodge No. 374 headed by Bro. Brian Keenan, Right Worshipful Master conferred an excellent M.M. Degree.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented Bro. Robert Paterson with a Jubilee Certificate.

Bro. Graeme Wood, R.W.M. 203, Bro. Brian Keenan, R.W.M. 347 and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulate Bro. Robert Paterson.

Monday 20^th. April 2009.

Lodge St. Andrews Military No. 668.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. James Shanks, Depute Provincial Grand Master and Bros. Alex Kelly and Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening.

A large Deputation from Lodge Hamilton No. 233 headed by Bro. Tom Pollock, Right Worshipful Master was warmly welcomed by Bro. Ian McNiven, Right Worshipful Master.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. presented Bro. Samuel Gourlay with a Diamond Jubilee Certificate to mark sixty years as a member of Lodge 668.

Lodge Hamilton worked an excellent exemplification of the F.C. Degree.

Bro. Ian McNiven, R.W.M. and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulate Bro. Samuel Gourlay.

Bro. Ian McNiven, R.W.M. with the visiting Masters.

Sunday 19^th. April 2009.

Lodge Hamilton Kilwinning No. 7.

Annual Divine Service.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied by Bro. Donald Mathieson, Past Depute Provincial Grand Master, Bros. Tom Davidson and Alex Kelly, Substitute Provincial Grand Masters and Bro. Stewart McEwan, Past Senior Provincial Grand Warden attended the joint Annual Divine Service of Lodge Hamilton Kilwinning No. 7 and Lodge Hamilton No. 233 this evening in The Old Parish Church, Hamilton.

An excellent Service was conducted by Rev. John Thomson.

Bro. James Carruthers, R.W.M. No.7, Bro. Ian Lothian, I.P.M. No. 233 with Rev.      John Thomson and Bro. James L. JaCk, P.G.M.

Saturday 18^th. April 2009.

Lodge Major Ness No. 948, Annual Dance.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and his wife Helen attended Lodge Major Ness No. 948 Annual Dance this evening. The P.G.M. and his wife were warmly welcomed by Bro. Samuel Stewart, Right Worshipful Master and his partner Mandy.

The meal and entertainment were excellent and everyone had a good time.

Bro. Samuel Stewart, R.W.M. with his guests.

Bro. Samuel Stewart, R.W.M., Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with their partners Mandy and Helen. 

Saturday 18^th. April 2009.

The Grand Lodge of Scotland .

Grand Master Masons Meeting, Perth .

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Grand Masters Meeting this afternoon at Perth .

Bro. Charles Wolrige Gordon, Grand Master , welcomed Provincial Grand Masters to the meeting. Items on the Agenda were, a report by Bro. David Wishart, Chairman of the Grand Lodge Disciplinary Committee, Opening of Grand Lodge Museum & Library at weekends, retention of members, Benevolence & care update, report by Ramsay McGhee on new Licensing Laws. 

Thursday 16^th. April 2009.

Lodge Livingstone Stonefield No. 599.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Angus Ross, Substitute Provincial Grand Master and Bro. Ean Brown, Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies accompanied Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master and a large Deputation of Brethren from Lodge St. Bryde No. 579 to the Regular Meeting of Lodge Livingstone Stonefield this evening.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master presented well deserved Distinguished Service Membership Certificates to Bro. Hugh Craig, P.M. and Bro. Bill Jackson, P.M.

Bro. Cameron Neill, R.W.M. 599, Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579 and Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. congratulate Bros. Bill Jackson and Hugh Craig

Wednesday 15^th. April 2009.

Lodge St. Peter No. 331, Galston.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge at the invitation of Bro. Steven Boylan, Right Worshipful Master.

Also in attendance were Bro. Archiebald Chalmers, Provincial Grand Master of Ayrshire and Bro. Tom Millar, Provincial Grand Mater of Lanarkshire Upper Ward.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master presented the lecture “Freemasons at Gettysburg ” which was well received by the Brethren present.

Bro. Steven Boylan, Right Worshipful Master welcomes the three Provincial Grand Masters.

Tuesday 14^th. April 2009.

Lodge Major Ness No. 948.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of the Lodge this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Samuel Stewart, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge.

A large Deputation from Lodge Livingstone Stonefield No. 599 headed by Bro. Cameron Neil, Right Worshipful Master was admitted and worked an excellent exemplification of the F.C. Degree.

Bro. Samuel Stewart, R.W.M. welcomes Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Cameron Neil, R.W.M. 599.

Thursday 9^th. April 2009.

Leodiensis Lodge No. 4029, Leeds

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master accompanied Bro. Kenneth Bogle, Right Worshipful Master and a large Deputation from Lodge Livingstone St. Andrew No. 573 to Leodiensis Lodge No. 4029, Leeds this evening.

The visiting Brethren were warmly welcomed by W. Bro. Stephen D. Longfellow, Worthy Master and the Brethren of 4029.

Bro. Kenneth Bogle, R.W.M. and the Brethren of Lodge St. Andrew worked an excellent exemplification of the M.M. Degree.

The visiting Brethren

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. , Bro. S.D. Longfellow, W.M., Bro. Kenneth Bogle, R.W.M.

The Lodge Banner       

Wednesday 8^th. April 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Regular Meeting of his Mother Lodge this evening.

Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master welcomed two large Deputations from Lodge St. Kentigern No. 429 and Lodge Bothwell Brig No. 1229.

Bro. Jack Cheape, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of Lodge Bothwell Brig worked an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. David Shaw, R.W.M. 579, Bro. Jack    Cheape, R.W.M. 1229 and Bro. Derek Winchester, R.W.M. 429.

Tuesday 7^th. April 2009.

The Grand Lodge of Scotland.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master attended the Information and Communications Committee today in Freemasons Hall, Edinburgh .

Members of the Committee inspected the refurbishment works being carried out on the Grand Lodge organ which are now at an advanced stage.

Work well under way. 

Thursday 2^nd. April 2009.

Lodge St. Andrew No. 544.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master visited Lodge St. Andrew No. 544 in Coatbridge this evening and was warmly received by Bro. William McRobbie, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge. A large Deputation from Lodge Griffin  No. 1254 headed by Bro. Colin Orr, Right Worshipful Master were admitted. The Brethren of Lodge Griffin worked an excellent E.A. Degree on two Candidates.

Bro. William McRobbie, R.W.M. welcomes Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M., Bro. Colin Orr, R.W.M. 1254 and Bro. Hugh McHendrie, R.W.M. 1595.

P.G.L. Burns Supper Enamel Token  - A number of the Commerative Tokens are still available from the P.G.L. Secretary at £8.00 each, call now to secure.

Saturday 28^th. March 2009.

The Provincial Grand Lodge of Ross and Cromarty.

Annual Dinner.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master and Bro. William Craig, Provincial Grand Secretary attended the Provincial Grand Lodge of Ross and Cromarty Annual Dinner in Dingwall this evening at the invitation of Bro. Ramsay McGhee.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master was the main speaker at the Dinner.

Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. with Bro. Ramsay McGhee, P.G.M. Ross & Cromarty.

Thursday 26^th. March 2009.

Lodge Robert Burns No. 440.

Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master visited Lodge Robert Burns No. 440 this evening and was warmly welcomed by Bro. Gary Sweeten, Right Worshipful Master and the Brethren of the Lodge.

Bro. Bill Cullen, Immediate Past Master of Lodge Whifflet St. John No. 963 led a large Deputation of Brethren from Lodge 963 and worked an excellent E.A. Degree on one Candidate.

Bro. Gary Sweeten, R.W.M. with Bro. James L. Jack, P.G.M. and Bro. Bill Cullen, I.P.M. 963

Wednesday 25^th. March 2009.

Lodge St. Bryde No. 579.

Bro. Tom Davidson, Substitute Provincial Grand Master led a large Deputation to Lodge St. Bryde No. 579 this evening which included Bro. James L. Jack, Provincial Grand Master.

A large Deputation from Emblem Lodge No. 6727, Blackpool were in attendance to support W. Bro. William Hotchkiss, P.M. who was Affiliating to his Grandfathers Lodge, 579.

Bro. David Shaw, Right Worshipful Master and the Office-bearers of the Lodge worked an excellent F.C. Degree on two Candidates.