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The Chapter is at liberty to introduce into the procession the Marshal and Chaplain and may also elaborate the figures as it may desire. The Worthy Patron will say:

W. P. Sister Conductress, you will escort the Worthy Matron to the East. She does so and the Worthy Matron, ascending the dais, receives the gavel and proceeds.

The use of the above ceremony is optional.

W. M. The Officers will take their respective stations and prepare for the active duties of the Chapter.

W. M. Sister Warder.

War. Worthy Matron.

W. M. You will see that the doors to our Chapter are secure.

War. The doors are secure, Worthy Matron. W. M. It is well. Sisters, Brothers and Visitors of Chapter, No., the