S. G. W.: Most Worshipful Grand Master, I find the stone to be level. The Craftsmen have done their duty. G. M.: R. W. Junior Warden, what is the proper implement of your office? J. G. W.: The Plumb. G. M.: What are its moral and Masonic uses? J. G. W.: Morally, it teaches rectitude of conduct; and by it we prove our work. G. M.: Apply the implement of your office to that portion of the corner-stone that needs to be proved, and make report. The Plumb is applied to the sides of the stone. J. G. W.: Most Worshipful Grand Master, I find the stone to be plumb. The Craftsmen have done their duty. Grand Master (striking the stone three times with his gavel), says: This corner-stone has been tested by the proper implements of Masonry. I find that the Craftsmen have skillfully and faithfully done their duty; and I do declare the stone to be well formed and trusty, truly laid, and correctly proved according to the rules of our Ancient Craft. May the building be conducted and completed amid the blessings of Plenty, Health and Peace. Response by the Craft: So mote it be. Consecration. Grand Master: Brother Grand Marshal, you will present the elements of consecration to the proper officers. Grand Marshal presents vessel of corn to the D. G. M.; the wine to the S. G. W.; and the oil to the J. G. W. Deputy Grand Master advances with the corn, scattering it on the stone, and says: I scatter this corn as an emblem of Plenty; may the blessings of bounteous Heaven be showered upon us, and upon all like patriotic and important undertakings, and inspire the hearts of the people with virtue, wisdom and gratitude. Response by the Craft: So mote it be. Senior Grand Warden advances with the vessel of wine, pouring it on the stone, and says: I pour this wine as an emblem of Joy and Gladness. May the great Ruler of the Universe bless and prosper our National, State and City Governments; preserve the union of the States in harmony and brotherly love, which shall endure through all time. Response by the Craft: So mote it be. Junior Warden advances with the vessel of oil, pouring it on the stone, saying: I pour this oil as an emblem of Peace; may its blessings abide with us continually; and may the Grand Master of Heaven and Earth shelter and protect the widow and orphan, and vouchsafe to them, and to the bereaved, the afflicted and sorrowing, everywhere, the enjoyment of every good and perfect gift. Response by the Craft: So mote it be. Grand Master, extending his hands, pronounces the following invocation: May corn, wine and oil, and all the necessaries of life, abound among men throughout the world. May the blessing of Almighty God be upon this undertaking. May He protect the workmen from every accident. May the structure here to be erected, be planned with Wisdom, supported by Strength, and adorned in Beauty, and may it be preserved to the latest ages, a monument to the energy and liberality of its founders.