The Annual Grand Officers’ Reception at Manchester Hall gave an excellent opportunity for the Provincial Grand Master/ME Grand Superintendent, Sir David Trippier, with Lady Tripper, the opportunity to formally congratulate all those honoured by the Grand Master / First Grand Principal, the Duke of Kent, at the recent investiture meetings in London.
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The Deputies in the Craft and Royal Arch, Derek Thornhill and Paul Rose, both attended, supported by several APGMs, AProvGPs and many Grand Officers together with their resplendent ladies.
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The recent appointees and promotees in attendance included for the Craft: Terry Kakoullis, John Porter, Chris Stokes David Hudson, Peter Rhodes, Brian Sigsworth, Wes Marchant, John Griffin, Simon Archer and Chris Prax. For the Royal Arch: John Cavanagh, John Porter, David Dunn, Brendan Harte and Harvey Basger.
It was a tremendous social evening with great company, a splendid buffet and a relaxed atmosphere. Congratulations to all.
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