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94 Let us be kind, forbearing and forgiving, one towards another. Let us return kindness for hostility. Let us sacredly preserve our lips from slander and evil speaking; and, whatever may be our failings, let us throw around each other the broad mantle of charity. And, finally, let us be governed in words and deeds by the golden rule, "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets"

Thus may we confidently hope that in the good providence of God, each of us will be brought, through a useful and happy life, to a blissful close and triumphant entrance upon the joys of celestial life.

The Installing Officer then addresses the Worthy Matron, who, as he does so, rises.

Worthy Matron, the officers of your Chapter have been installed into their respective stations and are prepared to enter upon their duties. You will not receive in charge the Charter, by the