Standard masonic monitor of the degrees of entered apprentice, fellow craft and master mason

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1901 Excerpt: ... Lodge, under the Master's direction. Your love for the Craft and attachment to the Lodge will induce you cheerfully to fulfill the duties of your office, and in so doing you will merit the esteem of your brethren. He is conducted to his station. The Secretary is the fifth constitutional officer of the Lodge, and is elected annually. His duties are substantially of a business character, and are of the highest importance to the welfare and prosperity of the Lodge. Punctuality in attendance at the meetings of the Lodge is an indispensable requisite of the Secretary. He should be the first in his place at its meetings, and the nature of his duties is such that he can scarcely avoid being the last to leave the lodge room. He is particularly charged with the duty of watching the proceedings of the Lodge and making a complete record of all things proper to be written; to keep the financial accounts between the Lodge and its members; to receive all moneys due the Lodge and pay them into the hands of the Treasurer; to prepare the annual reports for the Grand Lodge; to have in charge the seal of the Lodge, and to perform all other duties pertaining to the office, as may be ordered by the Master. His position is in the East, on the left of the Master; his jewel is two Pens crossed. The qualities which should distinguish a Secretary are a quick comprehension, prompt attention to business, a good penman, neatness in the manner of keeping his books, and of sterling integrity in his financial dealings with the Lodge and its members. To be a good and proficient Secretary is worthy the ambition of anv Mason. He becomes the historian of the Lodge, and his records are the current history of the events as they transpire. The record that he prepares, being the property of the ...