Secondary Performers | HRH The Duke of Connaught (Grand Master, presiding), H Goss Custard - speakers
Sydney Scott - organ |
Set List | Procession, Grand Lodge opened (Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master), Arrival of Right Worshipful Grand Master (Grand Director of Ceremonies), Right Worshipful Grand Master conducted to the Throne, Salute to Right Worshipful Grand Master, Arrival of Visiting Deputations, HRH Prince George invested as Senior Grand Warden and conducted to his Chair, Salute to the Right Worshipful Senior Grand Warden, Masonic Honours bestowed (Most Worshipful The Grand Master), Address to Most Worshipful The Grand Master (Overseas Deputations), Grand Lodge closed, 'O God, Our Help In Ages Past', 'God Save the King' (The National Anthem), Recession |
Royal Presence | HRH The Duke of Connaught And Strathearn, HRH Prince George, HRH The Duke of York, HRH The Prince of Wales, HRH Prince Arthur of Connaught, ex-King George of Greece |
Performance Notes | "GREAT MASONIC GATHERINGS. PEACE MEMORIAL DEDICATION. The first of the two great gatherings in connection with the opening of the Masonic Peace Memorial takes place this afternoon, when there will be a special meeting of the United Grand Lodge of England at the Royal Albert Hall..." (The Daily Telegraph, July 1933)
"...The Albert Hall is a splendid setting for such a restful and picturesque scene. Many have been the occassions there when all the colours of the rainbow have mingled in a gay kaleidoscopic riot, with ceaseless activity. Yesterday the picture was without movement, and Blue was the outstanding colour. The light blue collar and apron of the craft, adorned with silver, predominated. The dark blue of the hierarchy, embellished with gold, stood out by way of contrast. The Wedgewood scheme of decoration of the Albert Hall formed a fitting background..." (The Daily Telegraph, 19 July 1933) |
Related Archival Material | Programme (RAHE/1/1933/44) |