the members ... sit in their places and talk over their
experiences.... The leader closes the meeting at noon with a
lecture, or sermon, on ethical matters, speaking especially
against the use of alcohol.
Possibly Osage “testimony” may have some relation to this.[130] The
Winnebago[131]
ceremony is opened by a prayer by the founder and leader, this
being followed by an introductory speech.... During the early
hours ... speeches by people in the audience [are made], and
the reading and explanation of part of the Bible.