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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
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CEAFT : METEOPOLITAN . — : o : — DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . IT afforded us considerable pleasure to visit this Lodge on Thursday , 14 th inst ., on the celebration of the annual installation . Famous as the Lodge has long been for its perfect working and jovial good fellowship , we looked forward to hearty enjoyment on the occasion , and the result amply justified our anticipations , while it is safe to say that the large number of members and guests who were present one and all enjoyed the work in the Lodge and the subsequent entertainment provided for their delectation at the usual quarters , Anderton's Hotel , Fleet Street .
The chair was occupied by Bro . John Wade W . M ., supported by 0 . H . Berry I . P . M ., H . J . Sexton W . M .-elect S . W ., J . S . Newell J . W ., H . Jenkins P . M . Sec , G . W . Pavitt S . D ., H . Delma Org ., W . Fisher I . G ., T . Edmonds P . M . Tyler ; Past Blasters S . Christian , T . B . Dodson , F . Richardson , E . Bond , C . H . Berry , and others . There were also present Bros . G . E . White , R . Whitehead , H . Foot , R . East , J . Watkins , E . Buck , Hart , A . Byass , F . Hawkins , A . Jones , W . McLean , W . D . Landregan , J . White , E . Lanyon , G . Holman , etc .
Amongst the Visitors we were pleased to notice Bros . A . Clemow P . M . 2305 , F . Dunstan P . A . G . D . C . Middlesex , T . Clark P . M . 1178 , G . Sedger P . M . 781 , G . Jordan S . W . 2424 , W . Smith W . M . 1624 , J . Collins 192 , W . Price 2029 , W . C . Harvey 2348 , 0 . Busby 78 ( California ) , J . Wynman , and others ? The W . M . opened the Lodge at 3 o'clock , when the minutes were read and confirmed .
The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and Bro . W . D . Landregan , who was passed on the previous occasion as a Fellow Craft , was presented to the W . M . for some further mark of his favour . Having answered the usual questions in a most satisfactory manner he was entrusted * , the Lodge was opened in the third degree , and he was raised as a Master Mason .
The Worshipful Master resumed the Lodge to the first degree , when Bros . John Watkins and H . Foot answered the questions leading to the second . These being given to general satisfaction the candidates were entrusted , the Lodge was advanced to thc second degree , and in due course they were passed as Fellow Crafts .
The Worshipful Master not being yet tired of his Masonic duties , resumed the Lodge in the first degree , and showed his further ability by initiating Mr . Richard Samuel Buffery into the mysteries of ancient Freemasonry . We have seldom heard the threo ceremonies delivered in so perfect and impressive a manner as was the case on this occasion . The Auditors' report was received aud adopted .
Bro . Henry Sexton was now presented by Bro . E . Bond P . M . D . C , as Worshipful Master-elect for the ensuing twelve months , and having taken the obligation , the Lodge was opened up , and a strong force of Past Masters formed the Board cf Installation . Bro . Sexton was duly placed in the chair of K . S ., being afterwards proclaimed and saluted in the three degrees . Bro . C . H . Berry P . M . delivered the addresses to the W . M ., Officers and Brethren , in a most impressive and faultless manner .
The following Brethren were appointed Officers : —John Wade I . P . M ., T . S . Newell S . W ., W . G . Winter J . W ., R . Burleton P . M . Treasurer ( in his absence on account of illness ) , H . Jenkins P . M . Sec , W . Fisher S . D ., G . Holman J . D ., J . Fox I . G ., E . Bond P . M . D . C , E . Buck A . D . C , T . B . Dodson P . M . and A . G . Seaman Stewards , Hubert Delma Organist , T . Edmonds P . M . Tyler .
Several communications were read by the Secretary , from Brethren explaining their non-attendance ; a letter was received from Bro . R . Burleton P . M . Treasurer stating his regret for being unable to attend , on account of indisposition , whereupon Bro . Dodson proposed that a telegram should be sent him , expressing tbo regret of the members at his illness , and wishing him a speedy recovery . This was seconded by Bro . Wade I . P . M ., supported by the W . M ., and unanimously agreed to .
After well deserved hearty good wishes to the W . M . the Lodgo was closed , and tho Brethren adjourned to the banqueting room , where a most excellent banquet was provided , the tables being tastefully decorated with flowers , & c , in fact everything was provided in that perfect manner for which the Hotel is so highly noted . Bro . L . Barry , the manager , attended as usual to the comfort of the guests . The Loyal toasts were honoured and responded to .
The I . P . M . Bro . John Wade proposed the health of the W . M ., stating that he would bo pleased to give the W . M . all the assistance he might require . Tho W . M . was a good Mason , and knew his work perfectly , and he felt sure that no member of the Lodgo would over regret the choice they had made in electing him their ruler . He was quiet in manner , and in every way worthy of his preferment . He wished him a prosperous year of office , with long life , health and prosperity to follow .
The toast was enthusiastically received , as was Bro . Sexton W . M . when he rose to respond . Ho sincerely thanked Bro . Wade for his very kind remarks , and the Brethren for receiving the toast in such a cordial manner . He assured them he would do his very best to give them all the satisfaction they required . He cordially asked the assistance of the Past Masters and
Officers . He was proud to be the Worshipful Master of the Dalhousie Lodge , and hoped to hand his successor all ho had received that day pure and unblemished . Ho had very much pleasure to inform the Brethren that they intended to have a summer outing , and would be pleased to know the names of those who would act ou the Committee .
The toast of the Initiate was next given , the W . M . saying they wanted new blood , ancl no Lodge could prosper without Initiates . He was sure the Brother admitted that day would be an ornament to the Lodge , as by the strict attention ho had shown to the ceremony ho had evinced a desire to succeed . He hoped in time he might occupy the honourable position the W . M . held at the present .
In i-ejjlying , Bro . Buffery tendered his sincere thanks to the W . M . for having initiated him into the mysteries of the Craft , and also thanked tho Brethren for having received him as a Brother amongst them . He promised to act up to the lessons taught him by tho W . M ., and hoped to show that the confidence placed in him was well deserved .
Reports Of Meetings.
In giving the toast of the Immediate Past Master Bro . John Wade , the W . M . said he hoped it would be received by the Brethren in their usual enthusiastic manner . It was impossible for thoso who had seen Bro . Wade ' s work to exaggerate his groat qualities ; the ritual had never been better carried out than during his term of office . He was indeed an ornament to
the Lodge , and the work ho had done that ovening was perfect . Tne W . M . now had a most pleasant duty to perform , and that was to present to his predecessor , in the name of the Lodge , a Past Master's jewel , and he did so with the hope that he might live to wear it among the Brethren of the Lodge for many , many years to come , in good health and in prosperity .
Bro . Wade I . P . M . was most heartily received . He sincerely thanked the W . M . for his very kind words . Past Blasters Bond , Christian and himself were initiated twenty-one years ago that day . He never would take an office unless he knew he could perform the duties attached to it , aud was glad that things had gone on so smoothly during his year of Mastership . He was glad to feel he had given satisfaction , evidenced by the handsome jewel presented him that evening . This jewel would ever remind him of his happy connection with the Lodgo , and the kindness he had always received from the Officers and Brethren .
In submitting tho toast of the Visitors tho Worshipful Master assured those who had done the Lodgo tho honour of attending that they had a very hearty welcome . Thoy had several guests , and amongst them was a Brother from California ; but the time was getting late , and he could only call upon Bros . Sedge P . M . 781 , A . Clemow P . B 1 . 2305 , and Smith W . M . 1624 to reply for the Visitors .
Bro . Smith said it was not tho first time he had had the pleasure of visiting the Dalhousie Lodgo , and he hoped it would not be the last . The working which ho had had the pleasure to witness was truly a Masonic treat , and he felt that ho could not resume his seat without referring to the grand efforts of the I . P . M . Bro . Wade , and tho Installing Master Bro . 0 . Berry .
Bro . Sedge also thanked the W . M . for his kind reception ; in his case also it was not the first time he hacl enjoyed tho hospitality of the Dalhousie Lodge , whore he always found the Officers knew their work perfectly ; as did tho I . P . M . and Bro . Berry . Bro . A . Clemow said that he appreciated his name having been associated
with the toast , and was always pleased to visit the Lodge . He most sincerely thanked the W . M . for his kind reception , and complimented Bro . Wade I . P . M . for having worked the three ceremonies in such an excellent manner , and also commended Bro . Berry for having installed the W . M . in such impressive and perfect form . Other visitors also responded in eloquent terms .
The next toast the W . M . had very much pleasure to submit was that of Bro . Berry the Installing Blaster . The ceremony had been performed in a manner second to none . He had been struck with the impressive manner in which Bro . Berry delivered the addresses , and he called upon the Brethren to honour the toast with a good hearty fire , which was done in true Masonic form .
Bro . Berry P . M . said the Immediate Past Master Bro . Wade had worked very hard that night , and not being so young as some of them , had asked him to take the ceremony of installation , which request ho acceded to with pleasure , heightened when he knew that the ceremony was given to their satisfaction . For the information of the younger Brethren he mentioned that a Royal Arch Chapter , under tho name of the Dalhousie , was attached to the Lodge , and if any Brethren should wish to join they could obtain all information by applying to himself , or others belonging to it .
The W . BI . gave the Past Blasters , and said they were tho pioneers of the Lodge and had made its record what it was . He was glad that Bro . T . B . Dodson the father of the Lodge was present , and also referred to Bros . Bond , Christian , Richardson , and others ; pointing out their good qualifications , and hoping to see them for many years to come . Bro . Dodson in a most eloquent manner thanked the W . BI . for his kind remarks , but having responded to this toast during the last twenty-five years he should like to hear some of the younger Past Masters that night . He had enjoyed the working—it was really all that could be desired .
Bro . Richardson also thanked the W . BI . It was very pleasing to see the Lodge prosper , as they wanted to see it rise yet higher . There was little doubt but that in time the Dalhousie would be one of the strongest Lodges in existence . Bro . Christian congratulated the W . M . on his high position , and wished him a happy and prosperous year of office . Bro . Berry also suitably responded .
The toast of tho Secretary Bro . H . Jenkins , and the Officers , was now given , the W . M . saying that the Secretary was a tried and hard working member , one who had Freemasonry at heart ; and thoy had to thank hirn for many kindnesses . He also referred to the other Officers , whom , ho ventured to think could not be better qualified than they were . Bro . Jenkins P . BI . Sec . said he was sorry their Treasurer Bro . Burleton was not present to respond . He had very much pleasure to inform the W . M . the Lodge stood on a sound foundation .
Bro . Newell S . W . thanked the W . M . for having put him in that position , and promised to render all the assistance that was in his power . Brother Winter J . W . apologised for having come so very late , but if the W . M . and Brethren would only take into consideration that he had been very ill for two months , he was sure they would excuse him . Now that ho was much better he hoped to attend more frequently . He also thanked the W . M . for having selected him Junior Warden of tho Lodge .
Other Officers also made suitable response , and the Tyler ' s toast ended a very successful evening . Bro . Hubert Dalma was in charge of the musical arrangements , and waa assisted by Blrs . Hudson , Bliss Hudson , the Grosvenor Quartette , Mr . Bob Durston , Mr . Albert , and others .
ENGINEER LODGE , No . 2599 . "T 1 HE installation meeting of this highly successful Lodge was held in the _ l _ handsome Blasonic Hall , in Golden Square , London , W ., on Wednesday , the 6 th inst ., instead of on tho usual date , for which a dispensation was read from Grand Lodge . The outgoing Blaster Bro . Ernest S . Standing presided , and was supported
by Bros . Major Crichton Walker I . P . M ., R . Urquhart P . M . 1424 S . W ., Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 acting J . W .. W . H . Coles P . M . Treasurer , J . Percy White P . BI . Secretary , C . B . Wassar Chaplain , H . Bi . Carter J . D ., J . Kearney I . G ., C . D . Davies Organist . There were also present Bros . J . H . Coles P . M ., E . R . Downes P . M . 153 ( Gibraltar ) , H . Stevens , J . Fitch , W . F . Twydell , S . Chote , D . Ricketts , J . W . Clemens , O . S . Sleigh , John Hines , and others . The Lodge was duly opened , and tho minutes of the last regular mooting were read and confirmed , The Audit Committee presented the balance sheet ,
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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall be pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to send a representative to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CEAFT : METEOPOLITAN . — : o : — DALHOUSIE LODGE , No . 860 . IT afforded us considerable pleasure to visit this Lodge on Thursday , 14 th inst ., on the celebration of the annual installation . Famous as the Lodge has long been for its perfect working and jovial good fellowship , we looked forward to hearty enjoyment on the occasion , and the result amply justified our anticipations , while it is safe to say that the large number of members and guests who were present one and all enjoyed the work in the Lodge and the subsequent entertainment provided for their delectation at the usual quarters , Anderton's Hotel , Fleet Street .
The chair was occupied by Bro . John Wade W . M ., supported by 0 . H . Berry I . P . M ., H . J . Sexton W . M .-elect S . W ., J . S . Newell J . W ., H . Jenkins P . M . Sec , G . W . Pavitt S . D ., H . Delma Org ., W . Fisher I . G ., T . Edmonds P . M . Tyler ; Past Blasters S . Christian , T . B . Dodson , F . Richardson , E . Bond , C . H . Berry , and others . There were also present Bros . G . E . White , R . Whitehead , H . Foot , R . East , J . Watkins , E . Buck , Hart , A . Byass , F . Hawkins , A . Jones , W . McLean , W . D . Landregan , J . White , E . Lanyon , G . Holman , etc .
Amongst the Visitors we were pleased to notice Bros . A . Clemow P . M . 2305 , F . Dunstan P . A . G . D . C . Middlesex , T . Clark P . M . 1178 , G . Sedger P . M . 781 , G . Jordan S . W . 2424 , W . Smith W . M . 1624 , J . Collins 192 , W . Price 2029 , W . C . Harvey 2348 , 0 . Busby 78 ( California ) , J . Wynman , and others ? The W . M . opened the Lodge at 3 o'clock , when the minutes were read and confirmed .
The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and Bro . W . D . Landregan , who was passed on the previous occasion as a Fellow Craft , was presented to the W . M . for some further mark of his favour . Having answered the usual questions in a most satisfactory manner he was entrusted * , the Lodge was opened in the third degree , and he was raised as a Master Mason .
The Worshipful Master resumed the Lodge to the first degree , when Bros . John Watkins and H . Foot answered the questions leading to the second . These being given to general satisfaction the candidates were entrusted , the Lodge was advanced to thc second degree , and in due course they were passed as Fellow Crafts .
The Worshipful Master not being yet tired of his Masonic duties , resumed the Lodge in the first degree , and showed his further ability by initiating Mr . Richard Samuel Buffery into the mysteries of ancient Freemasonry . We have seldom heard the threo ceremonies delivered in so perfect and impressive a manner as was the case on this occasion . The Auditors' report was received aud adopted .
Bro . Henry Sexton was now presented by Bro . E . Bond P . M . D . C , as Worshipful Master-elect for the ensuing twelve months , and having taken the obligation , the Lodge was opened up , and a strong force of Past Masters formed the Board cf Installation . Bro . Sexton was duly placed in the chair of K . S ., being afterwards proclaimed and saluted in the three degrees . Bro . C . H . Berry P . M . delivered the addresses to the W . M ., Officers and Brethren , in a most impressive and faultless manner .
The following Brethren were appointed Officers : —John Wade I . P . M ., T . S . Newell S . W ., W . G . Winter J . W ., R . Burleton P . M . Treasurer ( in his absence on account of illness ) , H . Jenkins P . M . Sec , W . Fisher S . D ., G . Holman J . D ., J . Fox I . G ., E . Bond P . M . D . C , E . Buck A . D . C , T . B . Dodson P . M . and A . G . Seaman Stewards , Hubert Delma Organist , T . Edmonds P . M . Tyler .
Several communications were read by the Secretary , from Brethren explaining their non-attendance ; a letter was received from Bro . R . Burleton P . M . Treasurer stating his regret for being unable to attend , on account of indisposition , whereupon Bro . Dodson proposed that a telegram should be sent him , expressing tbo regret of the members at his illness , and wishing him a speedy recovery . This was seconded by Bro . Wade I . P . M ., supported by the W . M ., and unanimously agreed to .
After well deserved hearty good wishes to the W . M . the Lodgo was closed , and tho Brethren adjourned to the banqueting room , where a most excellent banquet was provided , the tables being tastefully decorated with flowers , & c , in fact everything was provided in that perfect manner for which the Hotel is so highly noted . Bro . L . Barry , the manager , attended as usual to the comfort of the guests . The Loyal toasts were honoured and responded to .
The I . P . M . Bro . John Wade proposed the health of the W . M ., stating that he would bo pleased to give the W . M . all the assistance he might require . Tho W . M . was a good Mason , and knew his work perfectly , and he felt sure that no member of the Lodgo would over regret the choice they had made in electing him their ruler . He was quiet in manner , and in every way worthy of his preferment . He wished him a prosperous year of office , with long life , health and prosperity to follow .
The toast was enthusiastically received , as was Bro . Sexton W . M . when he rose to respond . Ho sincerely thanked Bro . Wade for his very kind remarks , and the Brethren for receiving the toast in such a cordial manner . He assured them he would do his very best to give them all the satisfaction they required . He cordially asked the assistance of the Past Masters and
Officers . He was proud to be the Worshipful Master of the Dalhousie Lodge , and hoped to hand his successor all ho had received that day pure and unblemished . Ho had very much pleasure to inform the Brethren that they intended to have a summer outing , and would be pleased to know the names of those who would act ou the Committee .
The toast of the Initiate was next given , the W . M . saying they wanted new blood , ancl no Lodge could prosper without Initiates . He was sure the Brother admitted that day would be an ornament to the Lodge , as by the strict attention ho had shown to the ceremony ho had evinced a desire to succeed . He hoped in time he might occupy the honourable position the W . M . held at the present .
In i-ejjlying , Bro . Buffery tendered his sincere thanks to the W . M . for having initiated him into the mysteries of the Craft , and also thanked tho Brethren for having received him as a Brother amongst them . He promised to act up to the lessons taught him by tho W . M ., and hoped to show that the confidence placed in him was well deserved .
Reports Of Meetings.
In giving the toast of the Immediate Past Master Bro . John Wade , the W . M . said he hoped it would be received by the Brethren in their usual enthusiastic manner . It was impossible for thoso who had seen Bro . Wade ' s work to exaggerate his groat qualities ; the ritual had never been better carried out than during his term of office . He was indeed an ornament to
the Lodge , and the work ho had done that ovening was perfect . Tne W . M . now had a most pleasant duty to perform , and that was to present to his predecessor , in the name of the Lodge , a Past Master's jewel , and he did so with the hope that he might live to wear it among the Brethren of the Lodge for many , many years to come , in good health and in prosperity .
Bro . Wade I . P . M . was most heartily received . He sincerely thanked the W . M . for his very kind words . Past Blasters Bond , Christian and himself were initiated twenty-one years ago that day . He never would take an office unless he knew he could perform the duties attached to it , aud was glad that things had gone on so smoothly during his year of Mastership . He was glad to feel he had given satisfaction , evidenced by the handsome jewel presented him that evening . This jewel would ever remind him of his happy connection with the Lodgo , and the kindness he had always received from the Officers and Brethren .
In submitting tho toast of the Visitors tho Worshipful Master assured those who had done the Lodgo tho honour of attending that they had a very hearty welcome . Thoy had several guests , and amongst them was a Brother from California ; but the time was getting late , and he could only call upon Bros . Sedge P . M . 781 , A . Clemow P . B 1 . 2305 , and Smith W . M . 1624 to reply for the Visitors .
Bro . Smith said it was not tho first time he had had the pleasure of visiting the Dalhousie Lodgo , and he hoped it would not be the last . The working which ho had had the pleasure to witness was truly a Masonic treat , and he felt that ho could not resume his seat without referring to the grand efforts of the I . P . M . Bro . Wade , and tho Installing Master Bro . 0 . Berry .
Bro . Sedge also thanked the W . M . for his kind reception ; in his case also it was not the first time he hacl enjoyed tho hospitality of the Dalhousie Lodge , whore he always found the Officers knew their work perfectly ; as did tho I . P . M . and Bro . Berry . Bro . A . Clemow said that he appreciated his name having been associated
with the toast , and was always pleased to visit the Lodge . He most sincerely thanked the W . M . for his kind reception , and complimented Bro . Wade I . P . M . for having worked the three ceremonies in such an excellent manner , and also commended Bro . Berry for having installed the W . M . in such impressive and perfect form . Other visitors also responded in eloquent terms .
The next toast the W . M . had very much pleasure to submit was that of Bro . Berry the Installing Blaster . The ceremony had been performed in a manner second to none . He had been struck with the impressive manner in which Bro . Berry delivered the addresses , and he called upon the Brethren to honour the toast with a good hearty fire , which was done in true Masonic form .
Bro . Berry P . M . said the Immediate Past Master Bro . Wade had worked very hard that night , and not being so young as some of them , had asked him to take the ceremony of installation , which request ho acceded to with pleasure , heightened when he knew that the ceremony was given to their satisfaction . For the information of the younger Brethren he mentioned that a Royal Arch Chapter , under tho name of the Dalhousie , was attached to the Lodge , and if any Brethren should wish to join they could obtain all information by applying to himself , or others belonging to it .
The W . BI . gave the Past Blasters , and said they were tho pioneers of the Lodge and had made its record what it was . He was glad that Bro . T . B . Dodson the father of the Lodge was present , and also referred to Bros . Bond , Christian , Richardson , and others ; pointing out their good qualifications , and hoping to see them for many years to come . Bro . Dodson in a most eloquent manner thanked the W . BI . for his kind remarks , but having responded to this toast during the last twenty-five years he should like to hear some of the younger Past Masters that night . He had enjoyed the working—it was really all that could be desired .
Bro . Richardson also thanked the W . BI . It was very pleasing to see the Lodge prosper , as they wanted to see it rise yet higher . There was little doubt but that in time the Dalhousie would be one of the strongest Lodges in existence . Bro . Christian congratulated the W . M . on his high position , and wished him a happy and prosperous year of office . Bro . Berry also suitably responded .
The toast of tho Secretary Bro . H . Jenkins , and the Officers , was now given , the W . M . saying that the Secretary was a tried and hard working member , one who had Freemasonry at heart ; and thoy had to thank hirn for many kindnesses . He also referred to the other Officers , whom , ho ventured to think could not be better qualified than they were . Bro . Jenkins P . BI . Sec . said he was sorry their Treasurer Bro . Burleton was not present to respond . He had very much pleasure to inform the W . M . the Lodge stood on a sound foundation .
Bro . Newell S . W . thanked the W . M . for having put him in that position , and promised to render all the assistance that was in his power . Brother Winter J . W . apologised for having come so very late , but if the W . M . and Brethren would only take into consideration that he had been very ill for two months , he was sure they would excuse him . Now that ho was much better he hoped to attend more frequently . He also thanked the W . M . for having selected him Junior Warden of tho Lodge .
Other Officers also made suitable response , and the Tyler ' s toast ended a very successful evening . Bro . Hubert Dalma was in charge of the musical arrangements , and waa assisted by Blrs . Hudson , Bliss Hudson , the Grosvenor Quartette , Mr . Bob Durston , Mr . Albert , and others .
ENGINEER LODGE , No . 2599 . "T 1 HE installation meeting of this highly successful Lodge was held in the _ l _ handsome Blasonic Hall , in Golden Square , London , W ., on Wednesday , the 6 th inst ., instead of on tho usual date , for which a dispensation was read from Grand Lodge . The outgoing Blaster Bro . Ernest S . Standing presided , and was supported
by Bros . Major Crichton Walker I . P . M ., R . Urquhart P . M . 1424 S . W ., Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 acting J . W .. W . H . Coles P . M . Treasurer , J . Percy White P . BI . Secretary , C . B . Wassar Chaplain , H . Bi . Carter J . D ., J . Kearney I . G ., C . D . Davies Organist . There were also present Bros . J . H . Coles P . M ., E . R . Downes P . M . 153 ( Gibraltar ) , H . Stevens , J . Fitch , W . F . Twydell , S . Chote , D . Ricketts , J . W . Clemens , O . S . Sleigh , John Hines , and others . The Lodge was duly opened , and tho minutes of the last regular mooting were read and confirmed , The Audit Committee presented the balance sheet ,