The document outlines the responsibilities of the District Grand Master regarding the remittance of dues from Lodges within the District. It mandates that the District Grand Master promptly forwards the returns from each Lodge, along with the corresponding dues amount, to the Grand Secretary. This process ensures that the financial contributions of the Lodges are accurately credited to their respective accounts within the Grand Lodge. Timeliness is emphasized, as the prompt submission of these returns is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and facilitating the overall operations of the Grand Lodge. The document underscores the importance of adherence to this procedure to uphold financial accountability and transparency within the Masonic structure. No specific rule numbers or jurisdictions are referenced, but the emphasis on expediency and accuracy is a key operational guideline for District Grand Masters.
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The District Grand Master shall, with all reasonable expedition, forward to the Grand Secretary the returns received from the several Lodges in his District, together with the amount payable thereon, so that the money may be placed to the credit of the respective Lodges in the Grand Lodge accounts.