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MATTERS AND
MEMBERS'
ACTIVITIES
Common Hall was held on 6th July at the Insurance Hall
Following a report by the Master, Peter Cowland, on his year in office and the announcement of all new Company appointments approved at the election court held on 1st June, the new Master and Wardens were installed. Michael Harper becomes the new Master, Beryl Jeffery is the new Upper Warden, Bryan Spearman is the new Renter Warden and Ronald Murray is the new Under Warden.
Michael Harper spoke of the four principles that bind the Company together, those of Service, Fellowship, Harmony and Honour. Honour must be given to those who have led this Company in the past to its current strength, and Michael wanted to acknowledge Past Master, Peter Cowland, as the latest in this long line of great contributors to the post - there were few aspects of the Company to which Peter had not got involved with his lively spirit and dedication. The new Master also thanked Peter's wife, Lesley, for her support to Peter and her contribution to introducing two new Ladies functions to the calendar.
In terms of his own Service for the year, Michael wanted to see the Company continue to grow and strengthen financially and in its activities, particular involvement for new members. Michael noted that charitable giving was a key service aspect of the Livery and this work needed to deepen and areas for youth education and training would be given special support.
Michael then highlighted that “fellowship” is enjoyment and that there are plenty of forthcoming events for members to enjoy the company of others - the Ball, the St Florian's dinner and the City dinner to name but a few. Finally harmony, perhaps the hardest aspect of a Company to foster through challenging and changing times for many. He noted that energy and precious resources can be wasted in defending entrenched positions rather than getting involved in constructive debate. He would then hope for a united support for our decisions when they are made.
Current Master and Wardens for the coming year 2012-2013.
From Left Bryan Spearman (Renter Warden), Michael Harper (Master), Beryl Jeffery (Upper Warden) and Ron Murray (Under Warden).
New Members’ Event Meeting
A New Members’ Event was held at Old Doctor Butler’s Head in the heart of the City of London on Friday 15th June 2012 . This event enables new members to meet existing members of the Company. Following the success of the first two of these meetings this was once again an enjoyable informal get-together.
Lord Mayor's Appeal
Past Master Alan Wells abseiled the Lloyds building on the 19th June in aid of The Lord Mayor's Appeal 2012.
The 19th June was day for the big drop, when Alan and many others, including the Lord Mayor's daughter, gathered on the rooftop of Lloyds in glorious sunshine and viewed the City from on high whilst waiting their turn to make the 289 ft descent to the ground.
Alan enjoyed the exhilarating experience and sincerely thanks everyone who donated, bringing the total he has raised to date to just over £1,600. He is delighted and so will be recipients of the Lord Mayor's Appeal.
Company Sentinels
A rare image of the Company Sentinels having time on their hands to pose for a photo shoot (image taken at "Meet the Firefighters" London Fire Brigade Museum March 2012).
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