Some pictures of recent installation of RWM, Allan MacDonald, Lodge Tarbert, Tarbert Lochfyne, No 1306. The PGM, Douglas Philand, was present to congratulate the RWM and Office-bearers, as well as Installing Masters Charles Nicolson and Matthew MacMillan for a good job, well done and wished the brethren a very happy year to come.
Daughter Lodges
Installation at Lodge Oban Commercial No 180
Saturday, 23rd, Nov, 2019, saw a huge turnout of brethren from all points of the compass, near and far, at the Oban Commercial Lodge No.180, for the annual installation of new Master, Br., Kenneth Pearson and his office-bearers, as well as the chance to congratulate IPM, Archie MacCulloch on his fine work and leadership of the Lodge over the past two years. In a sometimes emotional ceremony, the RWM, was installed by his father, Bro. Tam Pearson in a most dignified manner, with the occasional moments of light hearted, subtle humour. There were at 16 reigning masters and upwards of 30 PMs in the IB. Bro. Pearson was most ably assisted by PM Sandy MacLeod and Kenneth Stewart, installing the new office-bearers into their respective offices.
The afternoon also saw PM Neil Horne accorded the great honour of being presented with the Honorary PGL rank of Substitute PGM by reigning PGM, Bro. Douglas T. Philand and PGL Rep for the day, SPGM, John Stewart, while Bro. Donald Malloch was presented with a gift in recognition of his sterling service as Substitute Master over the years.
A great festive board then ensued with many fine speeches, toasts, refreshment and music. The new RWM said he was delighted to see several members return to the Lodge for the first time in a while. Likewise, he expressed appreciation to everyone who made the effort to come along. A great day was had by all. Special thanks to the Installing Masters and Archie MacCulloch for organizing everything. Also, thanks to Colin and Scott for the 1st class meal and the stewards who served it and for dealing with the high increase in numbers so well. Thanks also to Br. Grant H. Nicholson, for the photos!
Lodge Kelburne No 459’s Installation Meeting
Brethren and visitors greatly enjoyed Lodge Kelburne No 459’s Installation Meeting on Saturday, 16 November. Bro. A. Eric Smith was installed for a second term as RWM in an exemplary manner, together with his Office-bearers, by Bro. Stewart M. Aitken, PM, The Glasgow Star Lodge, No 219, and Bro. John E. Horn, PM, No 459. Substitute PGM, Br., James S McMillan conveyed thanks and congratulations to the RWM and Office-bearers as well as best wishes for a very happy, productive year ahead.
Photos courtesy of Br., Andrew Hamilton, Lochindaal, No 1592.
Installation at Lodge Loch Fyne No 754, 2019
Lodge Loch Fyne held the annual installation of office-bearers on Friday, 15th of November, when a large turnout of members and visitors, saw RWM, Donald Crawford, placed into the Chair for his second year in office by IMs, John Stewart, PM of Lodge St John, Inveraray, No 50 and the office-bearers installed by PM, Lachlan Wood, of Lodge Loch Fyne, No 754. The PG Secretary, Jimmy McCallum, was on hand to convey congratulations from PGL and thanked the brethren for some speeches, jokes and braw meal which followed.
Installation at Lodge Campbeltown No 141, 2019
On Saturday 9 November 2019, Br. Robert “Rab” Wilson was installed as Master of Lodge St John’s, Campbeltown for his second term in office. PGM Douglas Philand was on hand to offer his congratulations on an excellent first year and wish all the office-bearers a happy and successful year to come.
Likewise, he paid tribute to the installing masters, Br. Colin Harvey, PM of Lodge Catrine, No497 in the Province of Ayrshire and PM Bobby Wylie of Lodge St John’s No 141 for their work, carried out in dignified and solemn manner. A most enjoyable harmony followed, with some excellent speeches and humorous replies.