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Hi Claire,

Believe it or not to some of our wives/girlfriends, we're STILL known as the Boozy Buffs!
Would love to see the pics you have, might even be able to identify them for others who may have similar and wonder what they are

Regards
Kevin

Hi Siobhan,

I had a closer look at the pictures you posted, and although I don't recognise the actual Jewel I think it may well have been awarded to him for Services to the lodge, or possibly as a personal gift from another brother.

I'm not familiar with the history of lodges in the east end, but may be able to check with older brothers, though I doubt I will have much luck given the fact that this is over a century ago!
Be prepared for a bit more of a wait, and also, is it possible to get a clearer pic of the inscription on the reverse, this may allow me to work out the other name

Regards,
Kevin

Wonderful Pic!

I can certainly explain the collars of office for you.

Your GGF was CW (City Waiter) for the month and as such would see that all members had refreshments available.
On his right is the City Secretary, responsible for the lodge's administration.
on his left is the Sitting Primo, who would have been in the chair of the lodge for the month.
next is the City Marshal, who would assist the SP in his duties.
then we have the City Tyler, would would allow entrance to latecomers after checking credentials.
Second left in the second row is the City Registrar, responsible for collecting regidtration fees and seeing that the members sign in.
next to him is the City Chamberlain, who would see that all members are properly attired and would act as a kind of Maitre'D within the lodge.
two along from him is the City Treasurer, who, as the name suggests, would be in charge of lodge finances.
Standing beside him is the City Minstrel, who would lead the lodge in singing the toast to absent brethren and the National Anthem.
the two officers in the back row are the City Constable, responsible for collecting ant fines imposed by the Sitting Primo, and the Alderman of Benevolence, responsible for recommending any payment to a brother in need. The AB would traditionally be the previous month's Sitting Primo.

Hope this helps, and if you have any other questions I'll do my best to answer them for you.

Kevin

I'm trying to find info on my paternal side of the family particularly about my grandfather, bro George Laybourn R.O.H. I was told he was a Grand Primo, but I haven't been able to find anything on any websites. Sorry I don't have much details with regards date of birth etc all I know is he died in 1958 the and lived in Sunderland which was then County Durham. I also have a watch fob chain with a medalion ROH & Latin motto on the front. Engraved on the back is BRO G. Laybourn R.O.H. 16th Dec 1951. Any information would be great or even a pointer as to where I could find anything about him.

Hi Sandie,

I'm not sure how much you've found out since you posted this, but I've checked GLE records and there is no G. Laybourn listed as a Grand Primo there, which means he may have been GP in one of the other banners.
is the latin motto on the fob "Nemo Mortalium Omnibus Horis Sapit"?

Regards,

Kevin