Two more join the Ark
 
Adoniram R.A.M. Lodge No 552 meets twice a year at the Masonic Hall, Liverpool. The date of the October meeting was moved to the 23rd in order to avoid a clash with other Mark activities. Unfortunately, this meant a lower-than-expected turnout. There was also bad news that Adoniram R.A.M. secretary WBro Syd Ford had been taking ill and would not be able to attend. Nevertheless, it was an excellent night which ended with two more Royal Ark Mariner members in the Province.
Derek Hedges; Ibrahim Husseyn; Peter Connolly
After everyone one was in place, the Worshipful Command, WBro Roy Hedges opened the lodge. With the minutes out of the way a ballot was taken for two new members, Bro Derek Hedges, (the Commanders brother), and Bro Ibrahim Husseyn, and the ballot proved positive. WBro Roy Hedges presented an excellent ceremony and also presented the signs and working tools to the same high standard. The Worshipful Command was able assisted by his Senior Warden, Bro Peter Taaffe and Junior Warden, Bro Bob Povall. The Lodge DC, WBro Arthur Robinson acted as Chaplain.
Ibrahim; Roy Hedges; Derek
Two stand-in Deacons, WBro Ian Clark and WBro Derek Gaskell, also played their part. RWBro Peter Connolly acted as the Guardian. The lodge treasurer, WBro Les Moore took care of everything else. With the ceremony complete, RWBro Peter Connolly welcomed, Derek and Ibrahim, into West Lancs Royal Ark Mariners. The next item of business was to declare Bro Peter Taaffe, Worshipful Commander elect for the ensuing year and WBro Les Moore was declared Treasurer.
After such an excellent ceremony it was time for equally excellent meal. All the members of Adoniram R.A.M. send WBro Syd Ford best wishes for a speedy return to good health. We wish Bros, Hedges and Husseyn a long and enjoyable time in the Royal Ark Mariner degree.
 
Words and pictures by Derek Gaskell