The document outlines the ownership and management of a Lodge's property, including furniture, jewels, books, and papers. It establishes that all property not held by special trustees belongs to the subscribing members of the Lodge, held in trust for their collective benefit. A Lodge risks forfeiture of its warrant if it pledges its jewels or furniture or allows any liens to be placed on them. Furthermore, it mandates that any member who ceases to hold an office must promptly transfer all relevant materials—such as books, papers, and documents—related to that office to their successor. This ensures continuity and accountability in the stewardship of Lodge property and reinforces the importance of adhering to these regulations to maintain the Lodge's standing and operational integrity.
December 4th, 2025
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All property of a Lodge not vested in special trustees belongs to, and is the property of, the subscribing members of the Lodge for the time being, in trust for themselves. If any Lodge shall pledge its jewels and furniture or any part thereof, or permit or suffer any charge or lien thereon to arise or to be created, then its warrant is liable to be forfeited. Every member of a Lodge is bound on ceasing to hold an office in the Lodge forthwith to hand over to his successor in such office all books, papers, documents, and other property, if any, in his possession or under his control by virtue of his having held such office.