The document outlines the authority of the Grand Master regarding Overseas Lodges that are not part of a District. It grants the Grand Master the power to organize these Lodges into groups and to appoint a Brother or Brethren as Grand Inspectors, who will hold specific jurisdiction over these groups or Lodges. The Grand Master retains the authority to modify these groupings, adjust the scope of jurisdiction, and appoint or remove Grand Inspectors as deemed necessary. This flexibility allows for responsive governance of Overseas Lodges, ensuring that leadership can adapt to changing circumstances. The role of Grand Inspector is established, emphasizing the importance of oversight and management in overseas Masonic operations. This framework aims to maintain order and effective administration within the international Masonic community.
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In the case of Overseas Lodges not under a District, the Grand Master shall have power to form them, or any of them, into a group or groups, and to confer upon a Brother or Brethren appointed by him such jurisdiction as he may think fit in respect of any such group, or of any such Overseas Lodges. The Grand Master shall, at any time, and from time to time, have power to alter such groups, to extend or limit such jurisdiction, and to remove any Brother so appointed, and to appoint any other Brother in his place. A Brother while holding such appointment shall be styled Grand Inspector.