All of the Companions that attended the Installation Convocation of Thistle and Rose Chapter No. 6644 at Corby Masonic Complex on 10th October 2017 witnessed an excellent Installation Convocation. The Chapter was honoured to receive E Comp Jim Boughton, Second Provincial Grand Principal who was escorted by E Comp John Payne, Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies. E Comp Mike Coleman, Deputy Grand Superintendent was also present.
E Comp Chris Goode was installed as First Principal, E Comp Paul Seaton as Second Principal and E Comp Andrew McWilliam as Third Principal. The Robes and Sceptres were presented by Acting Provincial Officers; E Comp P.G. Ayton - ProvGStB, E Comp W.B. Glover – ProvGStB and E Comp G.F.K. Rogers - ProvGSwdB, all of which were delivered to an excellent quality of ritual.
After the Principals had invested their Officers for the ensuing year, E Comp Ken Marris PAGDC invested the Immediate Past Z, E Comp David Docherty with his jewel in a very commendable manner. During the evening Comp Jim Masson was presented with his Supreme Grand Chapter Certificate by the Second Provincial Grand Principal.
The evening was finished off with a superb Festive Board which was enjoyed by all. Our congratulations to the three newly Installed Principals and Officers of the Chapter and we offer them our sincere best wishes for a very happy and enjoyable year ahead.
The newly Installed Principals (left to right), E Comp Paul Seaton, E Comp Chris Goode & E Comp Andrew McWilliam
flanking the 2nd Provincial Grand Principal, E Comp Jim Boughton