Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1858-08-19

July 1st. 1858, beg leave to submit the following
report That in its examination and perusal, they
have not only found cause for encouragement, SO
for as the success of. the Order throughout the
Estate is concerned, but also with the admirable
system and perfection to which the Grand Scribe
has arrived, in relation to this Office, leaving its
affairs in an order and arrangement which confers
credit upon his efficient labors, and presents an
example worthy of imitation. 1t is deemed nm
necessary here to make further mention Of the
mere statistics of the Order. either in reference
to Its numerical or financial interests, the report
of the Grand Scribe being minute in every psrtic-
ular to which, if information is desired the Grand
Division may refer to with satisfaction.
Attention is suggested to the delinquencies conf
PINNED of in the report of Divisions who have
failed in proper manner, and at proper times, to
forward their regular quarterly returns; matter
of serious import and one looking intimately to
that feature of our organization, so necessary to
its success, o perfection Of the union of oil the
! Subordinate Divisions through their common me-
dium, the Grand Division, without which, it is i'm
possible todischsrge the important duties entrust
ed to its care and this should be done by strictly
adhering to the rule of the Constitution, that re-
turns should be regular and positively made at
the times therein set forth and required; q neg.
lect of which leads to an abatement of ardour and
interest in the purposes ofthe Order. This Com
mittee, therefore, would recommend immediate
action in relation to this matter, and that the
Grand Division insist from such Subordinate Di
visions, proper obedience to its dignity and au.
thority.
1t is with unfeigned satisfaction and pleasure,
that the Committee are able to report that the e.
nancial affairs OF the Order have, owing to the
rigid system of economy and good management
observed, much improved during the present year.
and that the reports of the Grand Scribe and
Grand Treasurer, show considerable balance in
the hands of the Grand Treasurer. -
The resolution Of the Grand Division, at its last
session, that the G. W. P. should elicit an-ex-
preston of opinion from the Subordinate Divisions
in regard to the necessity of the usualper oeutage
on regular members being raised, was referred to
by the Grand Scribe in his report, with the recon-
mendation that now such opinion having been
given, and the same favorable, the Grand Division
take such action as will carry the proposed meas
ure into immediate effect
This Recommendation the Committee adopt and
present as one worthy its speedy attention for
the amount hitherto assessed has proved altogeth-
er too inadequate to supply the necessary means
demanded by this body in It's operation; and SO
many and serious have been the difficulties attend
ing the past acts Of the Grand Division in refer
ence to this matter, that its members have been
painfully mortified in many instances, andon MANY
occasions, by the necessity which has compelled
them to refuse the admission of liberal measures
for the provision of its meetings, and for carrying
out many of its measures actually necessary for
its support and maintenance. This Inconvenience
is now to be removed Reports of the, various
D. CIV. P's throughout the State have been re-
ceiyed, containing assurances from every quarter,
Of the willingness of the Subordinate Divisions,
accompanied with their strong approval andhear.
y concurrence In its necessity. Immediate acS
ton should therefore, be taken at once. that this
measure may 90 into effect as soon as possible.
The Committee would farther suggest that the
Grand Division instruct, not only. .the various Df
visions which have hitherto failed to make their
reports and transmit the amounts due by them,
but also any Division, who may in future fall into
the same neglect, that the disabilities upon such
negligence will be firmly imposed.
The Committee wonld further suggest that some
action be taken in reference to such Divisions as
have become extinct, and consequently forfeited
their charters that their books and private pa
pers be secured, and deposited with the proper
officers of the Grand Division.
In conclusion. the Committee would reiterate the
fears expressed by our Grand Scribe'in reference
to the failure Of members, in not comforting that
honor and esteem 80 necessary to invest the cause
with that respect which is its due, and which it
has right to demand at the hands of every phi
lanthtopist, aotuated by desire to advance hu
manity by the establishment Of such principles.
as will tend to its elevation in all Of the virtues
socially and religiously.
And to this, the Committee think is mainly due
the lukewarmness exhibited in the attendance
upon the meetings of the Grand Division. In
years past, its approach was hailed rs joyous
demonstration, in all the places selected for its
assembly; crowds from all quarters thronged to
attend as eager listeners, and many returned to
their homes earnest and jealous advocates Of q
cause, which before had not even attracted their.
attention! 1t is, therefore, earnestly hoped that
the members of the Grand Division will arise,
arouse themselves from their lethargy, that they
will buckle on the armour Of TRUTH and in action,
display their love in their self government, their
fidelity in their purity and virtue.
The report Of the Grand Scribe as whole, the
Committee present as even more than usually able
It breathes q warm aud glowing spirit of earnest,
devoted and untiring zeal, and though It is with
regret that the Office so ably filed by him is now
by his resignation, deprived of his efficient abili
ties, yet they sincerely hope that his successor.
actuated by the same devotion, may in every way
prove himself worthy of his predecessor and the
honor conferred by the Grand Division in selecting
him to fill position of so much importance.
All Of which is respectfully submitted.
W. L. DEPASS,
@. ". KING, Com.
T. AUSTIN.
REPORT Of The Committee on the Grand 7teasu.