Article III.

Of Degrees and Cards.

Sec. 1. A brother, entitled to advancement in accordance with Article VI. of the Constitution, may apply for the same page 63 in open Lodge, but no degrees shall be granted to any member who is in arrears for dues, fines, or assessments, or against whom charges are pending.

Sec. 2. When a brother desires a visiting or withdrawal card, he must apply for the same in open Lodge; and, if clear of all charges, he shall be entitled to it upon paying the requisite fee for the same.

Sec. 3. This Lodge may, by a two-thirds vote, grant a card to the wife or widow of any member, on application therefor. Such card, if granted to the wife of a member, cannot remain in force for more than one year; but if granted to a widow, it shall be valid during her widowhood. A Daughter of Rebekah re entitled to a card upon proper application, which card must be in the prescribed form.