quoted in Jefferson, p.

14.
[51] One of the ancient charges, which Preston tells us that it was the constant practice of our Ancient Brethren to rehearse at the opening and closing of the lodge, seems to refer to this rule, when it says, "the Master, Wardens, and Brethren are just and faithful, and _carefully finish the work they begin_."-- Oliver's Preston, p.

27, _note_ (U.M.L., vol.
iii., p.

22).
[52] Proceedings of G.L.of Tennessee, 1850.

Appendix A, p.