Most Worshipful Grand Master, your orders have been duly executed.
Presentation of Working Tools.
Principal Architect delivers the working tools to the Grand Master, who retains the Trowel, and presents the Square, Level and Plumb to the Deputy Grand Master, Senior and Junior Grand Warden, respectively, saying:
Right Worshipful Brethren, you will receive the implements of your office. With your assistance and that of the Craft, I will now proceed to lay the corner-stone of this edifice, according to the custom of our Fraternity. Brother Grand Marshal, you will direct the Craftsmen to furnish the cement, and prepare to lower the stone.
Laying Stone.
The Grand Master will then spread a portion of the cement. The stone is then lowered slowly, during which there should be appropriate music. The Grand Master then says:
Trial of Stone.
R. W. Deputy Grand Master, what is the proper implement of your office?
D. G. Master: The Square.
G. M.: What are its moral and Masonic uses?