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Third Annual Festive Board

and

Table Lodge for the Gentle Craft


July 23, 1998 A.D., 5998 A.L.



Presented by

Burbank Lodge No. 406

Free and Accepted Masons

Burbank, California

Chartered October 9, 1909 A.D., 5909, A.L.

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PROGRAM

Historical Remarks
Open Festive Lodge
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
First Toast — The United States of America
       Response by the senior ranking veteran presentSoup
Second Toast — The Ancient and Gentle Craft and the Memory of our Founders
       Welcoming remarks by the Worshipful MasterSalad
Third Toast — The Grand Lodge of California
       Response by the Grand MasterEntree
Fourth Toast — Burbank Lodge No. 406, Free & Accepted Masons
       Response by Senior member presentDessert
Fifth Toast — The Worshipful Master — by the Wardens
       Response by the Worshipful Master and Introduction of the Speaker
Worshipful Ronald L. Koretz, Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of CaliforniaSpeaker
Sixth Toast — The Visiting Brethren
           Response by a Visiting Master
Seventh Toast — The Tyler's Toast
Close Lodge
Presentations by the Master
Brandy, Coffee and Chocolates

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TAKING WINE

       During dinner the Master of the Lodge MAY "Take Wine" in the English manner with various brothers. This action will be announced, and presided over by the Worshipful Brother who is serving as "Toast Master" or "Master of Ceremonies" at Table Proceedings.
           The announcement of wine-taking is made by the "Toast Master" in a single sentence, i.e.: "Brethren, the W.M. will take wine with his Wardens." Whereupon, the Master and the Brother(s) designated for the honor rise and the Master may make remarks recognizing the honoree(s), who then salute one another with their glasses and drink, then resume their seats. The Master may call on one of the honorees for his comments.
    ONLY THOSE WHO ARE CALLED TO TAKE WINE WILL STAND. THE REMAINDER OF THE COMPANY WILL REMAIN SEATED. If the Toastmaster or the Master calls for the Brethren to take wine with a particular guest or other Companion, then ALL STAND. It is considered polite for short applause after each wine taking.

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TOASTING

    Toasting should not be confused with taking wine. Toasting is giving an honor, whereas taking wine is merely a social grace. A toast is drunk by the assembled company while standing. If an individual is toasted, he remains seated and may drink at the board if he so desires, and will rise only when called to make a response. In this way, the individual who is being toasted receives honor from his fellows and then expresses his thanks and any other thoughts he may have WITH BREVITY.

FIRE

    Fire will be called and led by the proposer of the Toast immediately following the Toast and before the Brethren are seated.

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CEREMONY OF THE SEVEN TOASTS

    The format for each of the toasts will be the same. Although there are many other ways to do Toasts in various rituals, please follow the pattern given below for each toast this evening.
1.
The Master will stand and rap twice to call up the Wardens as each toast is announced. This applies to all toasts.
2.
The Wardens will then rise, the Senior Warden will rap twice, and then the Junior Warden will rap twice. The Master will then instruct the Wardens to see that all cannons are charged in the columns of the West and South.
3.
After their response, the Master will say: "Brothers, kindly be upstanding for the toast to."..........." (When this statement is completed, all rise [except anyone being toasted].)
4.
The Master will then either propose the toast himself, or he will invite a brother to do so, after introducing the brother.
5.
The proposer will say: "Worshipful Master and brothers, "I give you ........"
(If individuals are being toasted (the Master or visitors) they will take their seat when their toast is identified.)
All standing will raise their "Cannon" in front, shoulder high, with the arm extended comfortably. The glass is held in this position during the reading of the Toast and during the response by the Brethren.
6.
The proposer will then give the toast, ending with "Brethren, ...." followed by the response that is to be given.
7.
All present will then respond by repeating the last phrase as given by the proposer.
8.
The proposer will then say: "Brethren, The Good Fire, taking your time from me."
9.
The procedure for "Good Fire" is:
a. The proposer will recite the following at a smart pace, marking time with his Cannon (Firing Glass), in the air;
b. All present follow the cadence set by the proposer, repeating, with the proposer, in unison:
Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
On first command "Vivat", move the glass to the left shoulder.
On second command "Vivat", move the glass across the throat to the right shoulder.
On third command "Vivat", move the glass back to the starting point, in front, completing a triangle.
Repeat this sequence with each set of three "Vivat's" completing three triangles, ending with the glass in front and at arms length.
("Vivat" is said while the glass is in motion)
c. Proposer Only says: "Ready"
d. On command "Ready", bring the glass to your lips, ready to drink from it.
e. Proposer Only says: "Derry-Doon"
f. On the command "Derry-Doon", the Brethren drink their wine,
then return their glass to arms length, eye level.
g. When all have finished their drink and extended their arms, with the glass at eye level, the proposer will give the command "Fire!"
h. On the command "Fire", all, in unison, will strike their Cannons sharply on the Table.
In order to avoid breakage we recommend not getting TOO boisterous,
the glass is not a gavel!
10 The proposer will then say "Together Brethren" for the battery of Three Times Three.
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
11 Still standing, the Brethren will sing the appropriate song for the Toast.
12 The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap.
13 If the Master wishes, he may ask some Brother to give a response to the toast. The Brother does this, speaking spontaneously about the subject of the toast. The response should be brief. The Brother DOES NOT PROPOSE ANOTHER TOAST!
14 The next toast will then follow in sequence.
It is worth noting that the Good Fire is a triad of seven times three salutes (21 motions in all). The "GOOD FIRE", or "QUICK FIRE" described above is really a 21-gun salute, and in ancient times, especially in the French Rite, the Good Fire was given by an elaborate ritual using heavy "Firing" Glasses or "Cannons" with thick glass bases which could be struck upon the table top in time to the proposer's cadence. We do a version of this.
THE TOASTS

(Speeches and/or music may be interspersed between toasts at the discretion of the Master. Furthermore, he may call for brief remarks from any Brother as a response to any of the toasts.

IMPORTANT NOTE!
NO BROTHER SHOULD PRESUME TO OFFER A TOAST.
TOASTS ARE RESTRICTED TO THOSE LISTED IN THE PROGRAM,
WITH THEIR ORDER AND PROPOSERS DETERMINED BY THE MASTER.

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TRADITIONS

       Tradition dictates that all utensils, everything used during a Table Lodge, changes name. This tradition dates back to the earliest days of Speculative Freemasonry. A sample listing of the names attributed to various items follows. It is important that this nomenclature be used at all times during the Table Lodge. Failure to do so may result in severe penalties.

Beer Yellow Powder
.
 Bottles Casks
Bread Rough Ashlar
.
 Carve Hew
Chairs Stalls
.
 Coffee Black Powder
Drink Fire!
.
 Eat Masticate
Food Materials
.
 Fork Pickaxes
Glasses Cannons
.
 Knives Swords
Plates Tiles
.
 Lights Stars
Napkins Flags
.
 Pepper Cement
Salt Sand
.
 Spoons Trowels
Table Tracing board
.
 Table Cloth Standard
Water Weak Powder
.
 Wine Powder

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DEFINITIONS

Amici (Latin) Friends
Amici usque ad aras (Latin) Friends Through and Through
Auld (Scottish) Old
Auld Lang Syne: (Scottish) The good old times, especially times fondly remembered.
Derry-doon: (Derry-down) (Old Eng.) Drink'er down
Vivat: (Latin) Long Live. (Latin root for Italian "Viva")

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TABLE LODGE/FESTIVE BOARD CEREMONY
OPENING THE LODGE
Master of Ceremonies The Brethren will please be seated.
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are you a Mason?"
S.W. "All my Brethren know me to be such."
W.M. "What is the first great care of Masons when convened?"
S.W. "To see that they are duly tyled."
W.M. "Brother Senior and Junior Wardens, assure yourselves that we are duly tyled."
J.W. "Brother Senior Warden, I answer for my column."
S.W. "Worshipful Master, the Junior Warden and myself are satisfied that all are Masons, or otherwise qualified to attend, on both columns."
W.M. "I answer for all in the East. — Brother Tyler, perform your duty."
Tyler Rises, secures door, then returns to his place and reports: "Worshipful Master, The Most Worshipful Anthony P. Wordlow, Grand Master of Masons in California, together with other Grand Lodge Officers is without and desires admission"
W.M. (Rises and raps 3 times) — All rise.
W.M. “Brethren, kindly assist me in receiving the Grand Master.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLAUD OR CHEER, AS THE GRAND MASTER WILL BE SERENADED BY WORSHIPFUL DAVID FRANCIS PHILIPS, P.M. during the march–in.
Brother Marshal, perform your duty.”
All the Brethren leave their places at the table and form a double line Honor Guard from the door to the head table by way of the West and South, standing at attention,
This is not a receiving line, but an Honor Guard. When all is in order, the Marshal goes to door, and escorts the Grand Master to the Head Table, where he is introduced and greeted by the Master.
WHEN THE GRAND MASTER REACHES THE EAST, THE MARSHAL INTRODUCES HIM TO THE MASTER:
Marshal: "Worshipful Master I have the honor to present The Most Worshipful Anthony P. Wordlow. Grand Master of Masons in California, together with his Grand Lodge Officers."
W.M. TOGETHER BRETHREN, THE BATTERY OF THREE TIMES THREE
W.M. "Brethren, you may now return to your places. — (one rap to seat the Lodge)
J.W. "Brother Senior Warden, our works are duly tyled."
S.W. "Worshipful Master, our works are duly tyled."
W.M. "Brothers Senior and Junior Wardens, invite the Brethren on the columns of the West and South to assist us in opening a Lodge of Table Instruction."
S.W. "Brethren on the column of the West, be pleased to assist us in opening a Lodge of Table Instruction."
J.W. "Brethren on the column of the South, be pleased to assist us in opening a Lodge of Table Instruction."
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, what is the second great care of a Mason?"
S.W. "To see if all Brethren are in order."
W.M. "Are they in order?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Why are we met together?"
S.W. "To erect Temples to Virtue and dig Dungeons for Vices."
W.M. "How long must we work?"
S.W. "From midday to midnight."
W.M. "What is the hour?"
S.W. "Almost midday."
W.M. "In consideration of the hour, inform the Brethren that a Lodge of Table Instruction is open and that we are about to begin our works in the usual manner."
S.W. "Brethren on the column of the West, a Lodge of Table Instruction is open and we are about to begin our works in the usual manner."
J.W. "Brethren on the column of the South, a Lodge of Table Instruction is open and we are about to begin our works in the usual manner."
W.M. "My Brethren, our works which have for some time been suspended are again in full vigor. Let each remember that he bears the honorable rank, style, and title of Brother because he has broken bread, honestly and justly earned, with his Brothers and Fellows, and let us remember that each at this consecrated board has been selected through the witness of his silence, the faith of his integrity, and the loyalty of his friendship. Let us approach our labors with gratitude for the material and spiritual sustenance which we each have been privileged to receive as our Masonic birthright."
S.W. (Raps once)
J.W. (Raps once)
W.M. (Calls up the entire Lodge with three raps)
W.M. "Our Chaplain, Brother Kenneth Barnes, will now give the Invocation."
CHAPLIN "Behold how good and pleasant it is for Brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard. That went down the skirts of his garments; As the dew of Hermon and as the dew that descended upon the mountain of Zion, for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore."
W.M. "Our Marshal, Brother Harris, will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance to our Flag"
Marshal "Please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance to our Flag"
All "I pledge allegiance to the Flag of The United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all."
W.M. (one rap to seat the Lodge)
W.M. The Worshipful Master will introduce the Historian for his remarks, which will include instructions for firing, with a dry run.
THE STEWARDS ARE TO SEE THAT CANNONS ARE CHARGED
WITH THE APPROPRIATE POWDER, AND
ARE TO KEEP THEM CHARGED THROUGHOUT THE EVENING!

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I. THE FIRST TOAST
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brethren, kindly be upstanding for the toast to the United States of America, which I have the honor to propose." (All rise)
W.M. "Brethren, I give you the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! We will add to this health our wishes for its honor and prosperity in peace, and for its continued Sovereignty, Independence, and the Freedom of it's citizens. This is a health so dear to us that I invite you to deliver your fire as handsomely as possible.
Brethren: THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!"
ALL PRESENT "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!"
W.M. "Brethren, the GOOD FIRE, taking your time from the East."
All present follow the cadence set by the Master. He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
W.M. ONLY "Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
W.M. ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
W.M. ONLY "Fire"
On command "Fire" by the Worshipful Master, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
W.M. "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
ALL
SONG FOR THE FIRST TOAST
(The United States of America)
Play the music
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL

                                                 "O beautiful for spacious skies,
                                                 For amber waves of grain
                                                 For purple mountain majesties
                                                 Above the fruited plain

                                                 America, America
                                                 God shed his grace on thee
                                                 And crown thy good with brotherhood
                                                 From sea to shining sea."
W.M. The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap.
    A response may be requested from Brother Don Holbert, the most visible veteran and a Hiram Award recipient or from any elected official that may be present, or any active Military personel that may be present, (especially if in uniform) or a Member of Heroes of 76
Soup is served and "Masticated"

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II. THE SECOND TOAST
THE ANCIENT AND GENTLE CRAFT AND
THE MEMORY OF OUR FOUNDERS
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brethren, kindly be upstanding for the Toast to the Craft and the Memory of our Founders which will be proposed by the our Toastmaster, Worshipful Steve Appleby." (All rise)
TOASTMASTER "To Him who brought the stone and wood,
To him who all things understood,
To him who hapless, shed his blood in the doing of his duty,
To that bright day, To that blest morn
wherein these three great men were born,
Our Ancient Science to Adorn
With Wisdom, Strength and Beauty."
"WORSHIPFUL MASTER AND BRETHREN!, I give you the Ancient and Gentle Craft and The Memory of Our Founders. This second obligatory health, which I have the honor to propose, is to the ties which unite a great Brotherhood, and to a future made great by reason of a greater understanding of the spirit of Freemasonry. This health is so dear to us that I invite you to deliver your fire as handsomely as possible.
Brethren, The Craft and its Founders"
ALL PRESENT "The Craft and its Founders"
TOASTMASTER "Brethren, The Good Fire, taking your time from me."
All present follow the cadence set by the Toastmaster, He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
TOASTMASTER ONLY "Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
TOASTMASTER ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
TOASTMASTER ONLY "Fire"
On command "Fire" by the Toastmaster, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
TOASTMASTER "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!

SONG FOR THE SECOND TOAST
(The Ancient and Gentle Craft and the Memory of our Founders)
Play the music
AMICI USQUE AD ARAS
(Friends through and through, as far as the altar) (to the tune of: "Annie Laurie")

ALL
1.             "Our strong band can ne'er be broken,
                 It can never die;
                 Far surpassing wealth unspoken,
                 Sealed by friendship's tie."

CHORUS: "Friends through and through
                 Deep graven on each heart,
                 Shall be found unwav'ring, true
                 When we from life shall part"

2.             "Mem'rys leaflets close shall twine
                 Around our hearts for aye,
                 And wait us back o'er life's broad track,
                 To pleasures long gone by."

CHORUS: "Friends through and through
                 Deep graven on each heart,
                 Shall be found unwav'ring, true
                 When we from life shall part"

3.             "Masonic life is swiftly passing,
                 Soon it's sands are run;
                 But while we live we'll ever cherish
                 Friendships here begun."

CHORUS: "Friends through and through
                 Deep graven on each heart,
                 Shall be found unwav'ring, true
                 When we from life shall part"


W.M.
The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap.
Welcoming remarks by the Worshipful Master
Salad is served

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III. THE THIRD TOAST
THE GRAND LODGE OF CALIFORNIA AND THE GRAND MASTER
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brethren, kindly be upstanding for the Toast to the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of California, to be proposed by our Secretary, Arthur Seddon, Past Master."
SECRETARY “Worshipful Master and Brethren, I give you
THE MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND LODGE OF FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF CALIFORNIA,
THE MOST WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER, ANTHONY P. WORDLOW,
TOGETHER WITH ALL OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE GRAND LODGE.!”
“To its long and honored past, its steady adherence to our principles, its unfailing answer to the call of distress, and its encouragement to those who seek Further Light in Masonry. To this health, we gladly add our Fraternal wishes for its prosperity that it may direct with Wisdom, decide with Justice, and plan with Vision worthy of the Fraternity it serves, and of the Brethren who constitute its Masonic people. Be pleased to join me in delivering this most Masonic and Fraternal Toast and Fire.!”
“Brethren, The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of California and the Grand Master!”
ALL PRESENT "The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of California and the Grand Master!"
SECRETARY "Brethren, the GOOD FIRE, taking your time from me."
All present follow the cadence set by the Secretary. He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
"Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
SECRETARY ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
"Fire"
On command "Fire" by the Secretary, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
SECRETARY "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!

SONG FOR THE THIRD TOAST
(The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of California)
Play the music
CALIFORNIA, HERE I COME

ALL                                                  "California, Here I come.
                                                 Right back where I started from

                                                 Where bowers of flowers
                                                 bloom in the sun
                                                 Each morning at dawning
                                                 birdies sing, and everything.

                                                 A sun kissed Miss said "Don't be late"
                                                 That's why I can hardly wait
                                                 Open up that Golden Gate;
                                                 California, Here I come!!"
W.M. The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap,
then call on The Most Worshipful Anthony P. Wordlow, Grand Master for the response.
Grand Master Response by Grand Master Wardlow
Entree is served and "Masticated"

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IV. THE FOURTH TOAST
BURBANK LODGE NO. 406, F. & A.M.
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brethren, kindly be upstanding for the toast to our beloved BURBANK LODGE NO. 406, Free and Accepted Masons of the State of California, to be proposed by the Senior Past Master present, Worshipful Richard B. Carter"
(All rise)
PROPOSER "Worshipful Master and Brethren, I beg permission to propose a Toast to our own beloved Lodge, BURBANK LODGE NUMBER 406. To this precious Lodge, so close to the hearts of its members, and to the brotherhood that has existed throughout the years. It's Brothers display an interest and loyalty unshaken by adversity, and unspoiled by prosperity. So may we all, each one of us, ever reflect it's integrity and it's stability in our daily lives.
Brethren, OLD BURBANK LODGE NUMBER FOUR HUNDRED AND SIX"
ALL "OLD BURBANK LODGE NUMBER FOUR HUNDRED AND SIX"
PROPOSER "Brethren, the GOOD FIRE, taking your time from me."
All present follow the cadence set by the proposer. He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
PROPOSER ONLY "Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
PROPOSER ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
PROPOSER ONLY "Fire"
On command "Fire" by the proposer, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
PROPOSER "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!

SONG FOR THE FOURTH TOAST
Burbank Lodge No. 406
Play the music
THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

                                   "Oh! I'm packing my grip
                                   And I'm leaving today
                                   'Cause I'm taking a trip
                                   California way
                                   I'm gonna settle down and never more roam
                                   And make the SAN FERNANDO VALLEY my home."

                                   "I'll forget my sins
                                   I'll be making new friends
                                   Where the West begins
                                   and the sunset ends
                                   'Cause I've decided where yours truly should be
                                   And it's the SAN FERNANDO VALLEY for me."

                                   "I think that I'm safe in statin'
                                   She will be waitin'
                                   When my lonely journey is done
                                   And kindly old Reverend Thomas
                                   Made us a promise
                                   He will make the two of us one"

                                   "So, I'm hittin' the trail
                                   To the cow country
                                   You can forward my mail
                                   Care of R.F.D.
                                   I'm gonna settle down and never more roam
                                   And make the SAN FERNANDO VALLEY my home."

W.M. The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap and call upon the most senior member present for a response.
Desert is served and "Masticated"

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V. THE FIFTH TOAST
THE WORSHIPFUL MASTER
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
(This is the only one of the 7 Toasts which the Master DOES NOT announce.
The SENIOR WARDEN presides over this Toast.)
S.W. "Brethren, kindly be upstanding for the Toast to the Worshipful Master, which the Junior Warden and I have the honor to propose."
(All rise)            (The Master takes his seat)
S.W. "Worshipful Master and Brethren, the health which the Junior Warden and I have the honor to propose is that of the WORSHIPFUL MASTER, who directs the labors of this Lodge, and of all who are near and dear to him. Be pleased to join us in delivering this Toast and the best possible fire in homage to this Worshipful Brother who serves us all.
Brethren: THE WORSHIPFUL MASTER"
ALL PRESENT "THE WORSHIPFUL MASTER"
S.W. "Brethren, the GOOD FIRE, taking your time from me." All present follow the cadence set by the Senior Warden. He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
S.W. ONLY "Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
S.W. ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
S.W. ONLY "Fire"
On command "Fire" by the Senior Warden, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
S.W. "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!

SONG FOR THE FIFTH TOAST
The Worshipful Master
Play the music
FOR HE‘S A JOLLY GOOD FELLOW

    For he's a jolly good fellow
    For he's a jolly good fellow
    For he's a jolly good fellow
Which nobody can deny
Which nobody can deny

Which nobody can deny.
    For he's a jolly good fellow
    For he's a jolly good fellow
    For he's a jolly good fellow
Which nobody can deny.
S.W. Seats Lodge with one rap.
Response by the Worshipful Master and Introduction of the Speaker for the evening:
Worshipful Ronald L. Koretz, Grand Orator

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IV. THE SIXTH TOAST
THE VISITING BRETHREN
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brethren of BURBANK LODGE ONLY, kindly be upstanding for the Toast to our Masonic visitors, which will be proposed by our Treasurer, Worshipful Tom Oldham."
(All visitors should remain seated)
TREASURER "Worshipful Master and Brethren, I give you our Masonic visitors.
"This 6th obligatory Toast is to those visiting Brethren who honor us with their presence this evening. May this occasion persuade them to share our hospitality whenever their circumstances permit. To this Toast, we earnestly add the health of all Lodges affiliated or corresponding with ours. We hereby proclaim: UNION CONTENTMENT WISDOM. Be pleased to join me in delivering the best possible Fire for this Toast."
"Brethren of Burbank Lodge, Our visiting Brethren"
406 MEMBERS ONLY "Our visiting Brethren"
TREASURER "Brethren, the GOOD FIRE taking your time from me."
All STANDING follow the cadence set by the Treasurer. He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
TREASURER ONLY "Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
TREASURER ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
TREASURER ONLY "Fire"
On command "Fire" by the Treasurer, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
TREASURER "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!

SONG FOR THE SIXTH TOAST
(The Visiting Brethren)
Play the music
IT'S A LONG, LONG WAY TO TIPPERARY

                                                 "It's a long way to Tipperary.
                                                 It's a long way to go.
                                                 It's a long way to Tipperary,
                                                 To the sweetest girl I Know!
                                                 Goodby, Piccadilly,
                                                 Farewell, Leicester Square
                                                 It's a long, long way to Tipperary,
                                                 But my heart's right there!"
W.M. The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap.
RESPONSE should be requested by the W.M. from a visiting sitting Master who may be present:
It is also appropriate to give the other Masters present an opportunity to speak at this time.

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IV. THE SEVENTH TOAST
THE TYLER'S TOAST
Note: This Toast is traditionally the last, and no business or responses are permitted after its conclusion.
W.M. (Rises and raps 2 times) — Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brother Senior Warden, are all cannons charged in the column of the West?"
S.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brother Junior Warden, are all the cannons charged in the column of the South?"
J.W. "They are, Worshipful Master."
W.M. "Brethren, kindly be upstanding for the final Toast of the evening, which, in accordance with time immemorial Masonic tradition, will be given by our faithful Tyler, Brother Dennison.
(All Rise)
TYLER "Worshipful Master and Brethren, I give you OUR ABSENT BRETHREN"
(All raise their Firing Glass)
TYLER "To all poor and distressed Masons, wheresoever dispersed over the face of the earth or water, a speedy relief to their suffering, and a safe return to their native land if they so desire. Let us with reverence invoke for all the favor of the Great Architect of the Universe that it may please Him to succor the unfortunate, and bring them into safe and good harbors.
Brethren, be pleased to unite with me in delivering the most sincere of Toasts and most efficient of Fires to this last health.
Brethren: OUR ABSENT BRETHREN"
ALL PRESENT "OUR ABSENT BRETHREN"
TYLER "Brethren, the GOOD FIRE taking your time from me." All present follow the cadence set by the Tyler. He will recite, at a smart pace, marking time with the triangular motions described in the earlier instructions.
“The Brethren repeat, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
with the proposer, Vivat, Vivat, Vivat,
in unison” Vivat, Vivat, Vivat
TYLER ONLY "Ready"
On the command "Ready", ALL bring the wine to the lips, ready to drink.
TYLER ONLY "Derry-Doon"
On the command "Derry-Doon", drink your wine, then raise your glass comfortably at arm's length and at eye level.
TYLER ONLY "Fire"
On command "Fire" by the Tyler, all, in unison, strike your Cannons sharply on the Table.
TYLER "Together Brethren, the battery of Three Times Three."
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!
Clap! Clap! Clap!

SONG FOR THE SEVENTH TOAST
Play the music
The Tyler's Toast

         "Are your glasses charged in the West and South, the Worshipful Master cries;
         They're charged in the West, They're charged in the South, are the Wardens' prompt replies;
         Then to our final toast tonight your glasses fairly drain"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part Happy to meet again!"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part
         Happy to meet again, again,
         Oh! happy to meet again!"

         "The Mason's social Brotherhood around the festive board,
         Reveal a wealth more precious far than selfish miser's hoard
         They freely share the priceless stores that generous hearts contain"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part Happy to meet again!"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part
         Happy to meet again, again,
         Oh! happy to meet again"

         We work like Masons free and true, and when our task is done,
         A merry song and cheering glass are not unduly won;
         And only at our farewell pledge is pleasure touched with pain
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part Happy to meet again"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part
         Happy to meet again, again,
         Oh! happy to meet again"

         Amidst our mirth we drink "To all poor Masons o'ver the world"
         On every shore our flag of love is gloriously unfurled,
         We prize each brother, fair or dark, who bears no moral stain
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part Happy to meet again!"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part
         Happy to meet again, again,
         Oh! happy to meet again"

         The Mason feels the noble truth the Scottish peasant told
         That rank is but the guinea's stamp, the man himself is the gold
         With us the rich and poor unite and equal rights maintain
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part Happy to meet again!"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part
         Happy to meet again, again,
         Oh! happy to meet again"

         Dear Brethren of the Mystic Tie, the night is waning fast
         Our duty's done, our feast is o'er; this song must be the last
         "Good Night, Good Night." Once more, once more repeat the farewell strain
         "Happy to meet, sorry to part, happy to meet again!"
         "Happy to meet Sorry to part
         Happy to meet again, again,
         Oh! happy to meet again"
W.M. The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap.

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CLOSING THE LODGE
The Master's Charge at Closing
W.M. (Rises)
"Brethren, you are now to quit this sacred retreat of friendship and virtue, to mix again with the world. Amidst its concerns and employments, forget not the duties you have heard so frequently inculcated and forcibly recommended in this Lodge. Be diligent, prudent, temperate, discreet. Remember that around our altar you have promised to befriend and relieve every Worthy Brother who shall need your assistance. Remember that you have promised to remind him, in the most tender manner, of his failings, and aid his reformation. These generous principles are to extend further. Every human being has a claim upon your kind offices, Do good unto all. Recommend it more especially to the household of the faithful. Finally, Brethren, be ye all of one mind, live in peace, and may the God of love and peace delight to dwell with and bless you."                        (Brother Thaddeus Mason Harris, 1792 Grand Lodge of Massachusetts)
W.M. (Raps 2 times)    Wardens rise.
S.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
J.W. (Rising, raps 2 times)
W.M. "Brothers Senior and Junior Wardens, are all the Brethren in order?"
S.W. "They are, W.M."
J.W. "They are, W.M."
W.M. "What is the hour?"
S.W. "Midnight."
W.M. "In consideration of hour and age, inform all our Brethren on the columns of the West and South, that we are about to close this Lodge, ending our work in the usual manner.
Our Chaplain will give the Benediction"
S.W. "Brethren on the column of the West, I inform you on behalf of the W.M., that we are about to close this Lodge, ending our work in the usual manner."
J.W. "Brethren on the column of the South, I inform you on behalf of the W.M., that we are about to close this Lodge, ending our work in the usual manner."
W.M. "Brother Chaplain, you will lead us in prayer."
Chaplain ALMIGHTY GOD in whom we live and move and have our being, and through whom are all things builded if they are to endure, we lay before Thee the aspirations of our hearts and the work of our hands, asking that they may be found worthy in Thy sight.
As we have collaborated here in Thy presence and under Thy guidance, may we, as we go our separate ways, carry with us the inspiration of this hour. May each in his respective walk of life give practical expression and helpful furtherance to the ideals that here prevail.
Forgive us our transgressions and abide with us in all the vicissitudes of life.
Make happy our homes and loved ones, prosper our Fraternity, our community and Nation, and lead us all to Thy glory in service to Thee, our Country our Fraternity and our fellow men.
AMEN
J.W. (Raps three times)
(Brethren on the column of the South rise.)
S.W. (Raps three times)
(Brethren on the column of the West rise.)
W.M. (Raps three times)
(Brethren at the Head Table rise.)
J.W. "My brothers, our labors are closed."
S.W. "My brothers, our labors are closed."
W.M. "My brothers, our labors are closed."
(one rap)
All remain Standing!

SONG FOR CLOSING THE LODGE
Play the music
AULD LANG SYNE

                                             "Should auld acquaintance be forgot
                                             And never brought to mind
                                             Should auld acquaintance be forgot
                                             And days of Auld Lang Syne
                                             For Auld Lang Syne, my dear
                                             For Auld Lang Syne
                                             We'll take a cup of kindness yet
                                             For Auld Lang Syne"

(All cross arms and join hands, Right Hand to the Brother on your Left,
Left Hand to the Brother on your Right.)

                                             "And here's a hand, my trusty friend
                                             And here's my hand in thine
                                             We'll take a cup of kindness yet
                                             For Auld Lang Syne
                                             For Auld Lang Syne, my dear
                                             For Auld Lang Syne
                                             We'll take a cup of kindness yet
                                             For Auld Lang Syne"                            (Brother Robert Burns)
W.M. The Master will seat the Brethren with one rap.
THUS ENDS THE THIRD ANNUAL FESTIVE BOARD OF BURBANK MASONIC LODGE NO. 406, F. & A.M.
July 23, 5998 A.L.
Please remain seated.
Brandy, Coffee and Chocolates will be served
The Master and Wardens will greet the Brethren
and make some presentations.

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Ye Olde Festive Board Organizing Committee
Martin Joe Larsson, Ronald H. Robertson and Stephen E. Appleby, Co-Chairmen

Christopher K. BarnesRonald E. CooperAndrew A. DeCaro
Edward E. DennisonSteven J. HarrisArthur E. Seddon
Royal G. MacGregorE. Daniel RemyMerrill L. Rush


Suggested for "Wine Taking" (Not necessarily all)
Grand Lodge Officers
Inspectors
Visiting Masters
Past Masters of Burbank Lodge
Officers of Burbank Lodge
Members of Burbank Lodge
Former Inspectors
Visiting Past Masters
Hiram Award Recipients
Scottish Rite Masons
Knights Commander of the Court of Honor (K.C.C.H.)
33 Scottish Rite Masons
York Rite Masons
Knights of the York Cross of Honor (K.Y.C.H.)
Nobles of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Mystic Shrine
Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm (Grotto)
Knights of the Royal Order of Scotland
50 Year Masons
Senior DeMolay
Leaders of Masonic Youth Groups
Presiding Officers of Concordant and Masonic Related Bodies
Members of the National Sojourners
Visitor from out of state
Military Veterans
Present and former Elected Public Officials
Any other individual or group that the Master may choose

CAST
Worshipful MasterChristopher K. Barnes
Senior WardenMarlan A. Proctor, P.M.
Junior WardenAndrew A. DeCaro
Master of CeremoniesStephen E. Appleby, P.M.
Guest of HonorThe Most Worshipful Anthony P. Wordlow,
Grand Master of Masons for the State of California
Speaker
Worshipful Ronald L. Koretz,
Grand Orator, Grand Lodge of California
HistorianRonald E. Cooper, P.M.
Senior Past MasterRichard B. Carter, P.M.
TreasurerGoodwin T. Glance
SecretaryArthur E. Seddon, P.M.
ChaplainKenneth L. Barnes
MarshalSteven J. Harris
Senior StewardMichael A. Woods
Junior StewardEdward Avetisian
TilerEdward E. Dennison
VocalistDavid Francis Philips, P.M.
MusicianGeorge E. McClellan

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This Ritual is based on:
A FORM AND ORDER FOR A
MASONIC FEAST AND ASSEMBLY
Presented by
INDEPENDENT ROYAL ARCH LODGE NUMBER TWO
FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS
NEW YORK CITY
Established 1760, A. D. 5760, AL.
"A FESTIVE BOARD AND TABLE LODGE
FOR THE GENTLE CRAFT"
Designed by R.:W. JOHN MAUK HILLIARD,
P.D.D.G.M. c. 1989
Past Master of "OLD NUMBER TWO"
Downloaded from the Masonic Forum, on Compuserve.

Revised by Burbank Lodge No. 406
Ronald E. Cooper, P.M.
Arthur E. Seddon, P.M.

Firing Glasses furnished by:
Toye, Kenning & Spencer, Ltd.
Newton Road, Bedworth
Warwickshire CV12 8QR
Telephone: 011 44 1203 315634
http://www.toye.com
Item No. 1503

Masonic Logo designed by: Ronald E. Cooper, P.M.
1998 Logo designed by: Arthur E. Seddon, P.M.
Decals fired by: Mitzi M. Seddon

Program by Arthur E. Seddon, P.M.


Burbank Lodge No. 406
248 E. Olive Ave.
Burbank, CA 91502
Phone: 818 848-3750

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Postscript
Among the 140 Masons present were:
Anthony P. Wordlow, Grand Master
Melville H. Nahin, Deputy Grand Master
Thomas C. Holm, Grand Treasurer
Ulysses G. Patropulos, Grand Lecturer
Ronald L. Koretz, Grand Orator
Robert S. Watanabe Assistant Grand Lecturer Division 2
Harold A. Macy, Assistant Grand Lecturer Division 3, (our Division)
Willis A. Rogers, Assistant Grand Lecturer Division 4
William L. McDonald, Grand Marshal
Richard O. Brown, Grand Standard Bearer
Camillo Passarelli, Grand Sword Bearer and Inspector, 361 Masonic District
Junior Grand Deacon, Ronald Perry
Grand Pursuivant, Frederick G. Kleyn III
Grand Tiler, Howard J. Dumont
Jack M. Rose, Assistant Grand Tiler and member of the Rose Parade Float Committee
Harold M. Hand, Inspector 326th Masonic District and former Grand Organist
Vernon M. Dandridge, Inspector 328th Masonic District and member of the Rose Parade Float Committee
Douglas B. Eichen, Inspector 373rd Masonic District
Also, several Inspectors, former Inspectors, Masters of neighboring Lodges and many Past Masters.

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FREEMASONRY
THE FOUNDATION FOR THE THIRD MILLENNIUM