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Initiation Ceremonies.
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Any member of the Order is at liberty to give any one of these signs, when among strangers and desirous of becoming known to a sister or brother. Any member seeing one of these signs given should respond by giving the Pass belonging to the sign given and asking, ( 17. )

This is all the examination that is required under such circumstances. It can be followed by such questions as may be necessary. In passing an examination to visit a Chapter, in addition to this, you will be required to take the Test Oath and give the sign and pass of each degree, There is one other sign, called the salutation sign, which is given by members on entering or retiring from a Chapter while in session. They shall advance in front of the Associate Matron and ( 19. )

The Grip of the Order is given by ( 20. )

The Conductress will communicate the Grip to the candidate.

The Signet is prepared to assist the memory of those who have received the degrees.

On the outer edge of the central division will be found the ( 21. )