CONTENTS. LEADERS— PAQ B. was indeed a thorough Mason in practice and in precept, and The late Bro. the Earl of Lathom ...... 559 whatever duty lie undertook lie discliarged most thoroughly. The Eastern Division of South Africa ...... 5G0 Nor are there many, even amongst our most eminent members, Consecration of the Streatham Lodge , No. 2729 ...... 560 Provincial Grand Chapter o£ West Yorkshire ...... ;». ... 561 who have achieved such distinction in so many branches of Imposing Masonic Ceremony in Belfast ...... "" ...... 561 Board of Masters and Board of Benevolence ...... 562 our Society . His lordship was initiated ov,er 40 years ago in the Consecration of the St. Audrey 's Lodge , No. 2727, Ely ...... 562 Apollo University Lodge, No. Oxford . He has, in the Seventh Annual Festival of the Kirby Lodge of Instruction , No. 263 ... 563 357, MASONIC NOTES— course of his long career, presided over many lodges- and The late Bro. the Earl of Lathom ...... 565 chapters, and there are not a few of them that bear his name, Death of Bro. Moxon Clabon ...... 565 and will serve to Death of Bro. George Plucknett ...... 565 commemorate his virtues. As far back as 1863 Provincial Grand Lodge of Cambridgeshire ...... 5C5 he was appointed by the late Earl of ZETLAND S.G. Warden of Correspondence ...... 566 Grand Lodge ancl Grand Pr. Sojourner of Grand Chapter. Reviews ...... 566 Craft Masonry ...... 566 He had been Prov. G. Master and G. Superintendent of West Royal Arch ...... 56S P *l Prftcc nf Pnm p and Pnn<-."-nnftni» r£n Lancashire for upwards of a quarter of a century, and Prov. G. Rescue by the Freemasons ' Lifeboat—Al bert Edward ...... 560 Mark Master of Lancashire since 1S 6. In addition he pre- The late Earl of Lathom , G.C.B...... 569 7 , Royal Masonic Institution for Girls ...... 569 sided over the Mark Degree as its G. Master from 1878 to 188 1, Instruction ...... 5*59 Scotland ...... 569 Death of Lord Lathom—Tribute of a Past G. Chaplain ...... 570 In Memoriam—R.W. Bro. the Earl of Lathom ...... 570 Masonic and General Tidings ...... 572

TEE LATE BBO. TEE EARL OF LATEOM, G.G.B. It is with thc deepest regret wc announce the death , after a brief illness, of Bro. the Right Hon. the Earl of LATHOM , G.C.B., M.W. Pro Grand Master of England, and R.W. Prov. Grand Maste r of the Western Division of Lancashire. His lordship was on the eve of starting on a yachting excursion when he was overtaken by illness of thc most serious kind , and , though the earlier reports seemed favourable to his recovery , the attack ultimately proved fatal , and on Saturday, the 19th inst., one of thc kindest and most generous of men , as well as one of the most distinguished and most popular and respected among the rulers of English Masonry passed from life into eternity, to the infinite sorrow of his famil y, his friends ", his brother Masons, and, indeed , of all who knew him , or had ever had the good fortune to be brought in contact with him in any of the numerous positions hc had occup ied , and so greatly adorned. There is no doubt his health and strength had been seriousl y impaired by the severe loss he suffered a year ago, when the Countess of LATHOM was thrown from her carriage and killed , while returning home from lunch with a shooting party. After the lirst seizure, there appeared to be some hopes of his rall ying, but the attacks were and till a year or two since was Great Prior of the Order of the again and again renewed , and death supervened as we have Temple, while at the time of his death he was, as he had been for many years, Sovereign G. Commander of the Supreme stated, and he to whose reappearance in our midst we were all Council , 33° of the Ancient and Accepted Rite. Asa friend looking forward with eager expectation has gone to his last of our Institutions he stood foremost among their most generous home. supporters , while the local West Lancashire Charities received It was but a short while ago that Lord LATHOM , for the lirst from him as their President the heartiest and most libera l time since thc death of his wife, resumed once again his place encouragement. In short, there is hard ly a branch of Masonry in the Prov. G. Lodge of West Lancashire and not only met with which he was not prominentl y connected or a sing le local with such a welcome as only so distinguished and respected a or central Institution with the promotion of whose interests he been identified. It will be long ere the Craft ruler vvould be accorded, but, in addition , was presented with a had not can realise the full extent of the loss it has sustained through the handsome token of the love and esteem in which he was held and lamented death of thc Pro Grand Master. valued services to Freemasonry in appreciation of his long and It remains for us to tender our sinccrest and most respectful generally, but more particularl y to the Province over which he had sympathy to Bro. Lord SKELMERSDALE and the other members presided during the last quarter of a century . Lord LATHOM of the family. TEE EASTERN DIVISION OF SO VTE AFRICA. assisted by Bros. Sir J. B. Monckton , P.S.G.W., as S.W. ; Col. Sir Terence O'Brien, K.C.M.G., P.G.D., as J.W. ; Rev. J. Studholme Freemasonry in this Division of South Africa, which was Brownrigg, M.A., P.G. Chap., as Chap. ; Frank Richardson , P.G.D., formed into a separate District , with Bro. CHARLES J. EGAN , as G.D.C. ; and Wm. Lake, A.G. Sec, as I.G. has made very satisfac- The following founders were present : Bros. Horace B. M arshall, P.M. M.D., as District Grand Master, in 1877, 1777, P.G.W. Middx.; Charles Cheers Wakefield, 1013; William Henry tory proo-ress under the auspices of that brother, thc published Wheeler , 469; Arthur Johnson , 2369 ; Henry Holloway, 1365 ; Henry Daniel Blake proceedings—of which we have been favoured with a copy—at , P.M. 813; John Henry Champness, P.M. 18; John Henry Liie, 1745 ; John Morrish , 237 ; Harry Swindon Lee, P.M. 1563; and the regular Quarterl y Communication on the 14th September Walter Haddon , P.M. 2024. Visitors : last, furnishing evidences of prosperity, which must be exceed- Bros. R. Greenwood , P.M. 1641 ; Geo. Clark , jun., P.M. 1777; Jas. S. Holliday, himself P.M. 1777, P.P.A.G.D.C. Middx. ; Prof. F. W. Driver , M.A., P.M. 45 ; Turle Lee, ingly gratif ying not only to the District Grand Master , 2264 ; Walter Coward , 2000 ; Herbert Emlyn , 134 ; John Sandbrook , 1929 ; H ges and brethren over whom he has presided G. Edwards, 186 ;,W. C. Graham , P.P.G.D. Middx. ; W. B. Ninnis , P.G. Std. Br.; but als*o to the lod G. Richards on the , Dist. G.M. Transvaal ; H. F. E. Pistorius, P.D.G.M. Transvaal ; so ably during the last 21 ycars. The number of lodges W. A. L. Pearce, 1323 ; W. G. Lacy, 1767 and 2512 ; W. J. Middleton , 1563 ; A. roll has been "reduced from 29 to 27, by the incorporation of Ritchie, W.M. 173 ; H. Massey, P.M. 1629 and 1928 ; Hy. Sadler, G. Tyler; and F. G. Day, 2500. No. 1800 with the British Kaffrarian the Memorial Lodge , , The ceremony was ably and impressively carried out by the distin- Lodge, No. 853, King William 's Town , and thc transfer of the guished brethren above- mentioued . Lod No. 21S1, Knysna, to the Western Division ; but, The CHAPLAIN strongly urged upon the brethren of the new lodge that Unity ge, Freemasonry was not a matter to be entered upon lightly and without sound notwithstanding this, there has been a slight increase in the judgment, and that it behoved all Masons to be shining members of the number of brethren on the roll of subscribing members. The Craft , bright examples to the outer world, to be estimated for their good were presented ancl adopted works, and thereby reflect the glory of the G.A.O.T.U. several statements of account that The musical portion of the service was ably conducted by Bro. Turle will be found equall y gratif ying, there being balances to the good , Lee, assisted by the talented artists, Bros. Walter Coward, Herbert Emlyn, the accounts , of nearl on the Benevolent and John Sandbrook. at the close of . y £757 The lodge having been duly consecrated on the General , the Grand Secretary then Fund ; £774 on the Reserve Fund ; and £312 installed the W.M. designate, Bro. Horace Brooks Marshall , M.A., D.I.., Fund—these together constituting a total of assets amounting to J.P., who appointed the following brethren as his officers for the ensuing the case of the Benevolent Fund is year : Bros. C. C. Wakefield, F.R.G.S., as S.W. ; W. H. Wheeler, J.W.; £1843. This progress in H. T. Lee, P.M., I.P.M. ; J. H. Champness, F.S.A., Treas. ; Arthur the more encouraging from the fact that it was only started as Johnson , Sec. ; H. D. Blake, S.D. ; W. Holloway, J.D. ; J. H. Liie, and yet the annual contributions from C.C, D.C ; W. Haddon , l.G. ; J. Morrish, Steward ; and H. Mallett , rccentlv as two years ago, P.M., Tyler. the lodges amount to as much as £233. It must also be men- The W.M. was saluted by the Board of Installed Masters, which was tioned that the Special Benevolent Fund , which was organised afterwards closed. When the brethren were readmitted , the W.M. was saluted in the UEEN 'S Diamond Jubilee , has reached a in connection with the O Three Degrees. The three addresses were beautifull y rendered by the total of rather more than £525, and, there is every reason to Grand Secretary. A Committee was elected to frame the by-laws of the believe lhat it would have attained to still greater proportions , lodge. A motion was proposed, seconded, and carried unanimously, thit the had it not been for the many other calls that were made upon thc hearty thanks of the lodge be given to the Grand Secretary and Grand brethren about the same time. As regards thc Masonic Education Officers who assisted at the consecration , and that the same be recorded in the minutes. They were also total of receipts, including the invited to become hon. members, an Fund , the accounts show a honour which the Grand Secretary, on behalf of his colleagues and himself , balance brought forward from the previous account, amounting accepted. The lod to close upon , while the expenditure—consisting of ge was then closed. £1771 After a well-served banquet , the following toasts were given : " The Education Fees, sundry small accounts, and transfcis to Endow- Queen and the Craft ; " " The M.W.G.M., H.R.H. the Prince of Wales ; " ment Fund , &c, reached £444, thc balance on the 3ist August '• The M.W. Pro. G.M., the Earljof Lathom ; R.W. Dep. G.M., the Earl Amherst ; and the rest of the Grand Officers, Present and Past." This last being ,£1357. The number of children for whom fees were toast was coupled with the names of Bros. G. Richards, District G.M. of paid during the year was 39, and the number at present on thc the Transvaal , and H. F. F. Pistorius, P.D.G.M. Transvaal. Bro. R ICHARDS , Fund is 26 ; and wc note with pleasure that Bro. A. E. AUSTIN , speaking on behal f of Bro. Pistorius and himself , said that Freemasonry was not canfined to the Mother Country but was diffused Dep. Dist. G. Master, in moving the adoption of the 1 reasurer's throughout the vast Empire of our Empress Queen ; that the mystic in- Accounts, urged very strong l y upon thc brethren the desirability visible bond of the Craft united brethren of all colours, sorts, and conditions, rich and poor, into one indissoluble brotherhood , actuated by the same of extending thc usefulness of the Fund by in some way hel ping feelings and intentions ; that Freemasonry was universally spr ead over the the pupils when they had left school. As the Dep. Dist. G.M. habitable globe, beloved by its adherents, and was respected even by its children are the orphan s of Brethren , and enemies. pointed out " these 1 hese sentiments were warmly applauded by the brethren. surel y, if Masonic vows are worth anything, they should insp ire The toast of " The Consecrating Ollicers " followed. rill true Brethren lo do something more than is at present being The W.M. enlarged on the important duties which devolved on the Grand Secretary, who was ever ready to consecrat e a new lodge—as he had done to fit the little ones for their li ght in the battle done for an unbroken succession of many years. He, as W.M. of the of life. The prosperity, or otherwise, the morality of thc Streatham Lodge, felt himself to be personally indebted to the Grand Secretary depend so much upon the surroundings for his kind services. He, also, on behalf of himself and the man or woman , lodge, tendered thanks to the Grand Officers for the assistance they had of the individua l in youth , and it was quite time that thc rendered , and, furthermore, he presented to each of the Consecrating Craft in this Division should lake some specific step to protect Officers , as a souvenir of their visit, a silver cigarette case with a suitable inscri ption , which he handed to the recipients, from himself and the thc children from evil influence after they have left school ," and perous brethren. hc added , " the Craft, under the banner of the R.W.D.G.M. of In reply, the G RAND SECRETARY thanked the W.M. and the brethren of the lodge, Division of South Africa, is strong enough to do on his own account and that of his colleagues, for the hand- the Eastern some present each had received , he said it was a labour of love with him to this." We full y agree with the op inions so ably set forth by the promote and assist at the birth of a new band of brothers, that it vvas, Dep. Dist. G. Master, and endorse thc hope expressed by him indeed , a special pleasure to him to instal in the chair the son of the late Grand Treasurer, and that he heartil y wished the lodge a bright and pros- that , when the time for holding thc next annual communication future. comes round , it will be found that some scheme has been " The Health of the W.M." was proposed by Bro. Sir J. B. M ONCK - TON, P.G.W. He delivered a devised and will be submitted for acceptance to the Dist. G. glowing eulog ium on the Masonic virtues and the admirable and munificent assistance given by the W.M. to the Lodge by which effect can be given to these views. We trust, Charitable Institutions of the Craft. also, that in future years we may have the privilege of recording The WoRsiiii'i uL M ASTER replied in a few felicitous sentences. He was visibl y affected when he alluded to the noble work performed by his that the Craft has made slill further progress in the Division of father in the cause of Charity. He said his dear, good father had set him a South Africa. glorious example, which it behoved him to follow, that the intererts of the Craft would ever be dear to him, and that he trusted his future deeds would confirm his present words. M LODGE " The Visitors " received a hearty welcome. CONSECRATION OF TEE STREATEA , Iiro. R ITCHIE , in responding, said he was at first asked to be a founder. No. 2729. On declining, he was asked to attend as a guest, and he came in that capacity. Bro. G REENWOOD also replied. To the roll of Freemasonry has been added yet another lodge, in that of In giving " The Ollicers of the Lodge," the W OKSIIIITI 'L MASTER the Streatham Lodge, No. 2729, which was consecrated by Bro. Edward . spoke of his personal acquaintance with several of them , alluding especially Letchworth , G. Sec, on Wednesday, the ifith inst., at the Town Hall , to the Secretary. He coupled with the toasts the names of the S.W. and Secretary. Streatham. The large body of Masons residing at Streatham and its Bros. W AKEFIELD and OHNSON hbourhood was the ra ison d' J responded. immediate neig , etre for this nevv addition to the The Tyler's toast brought the evening to a close. Cra ft lodges. The brethren , visitors, and petitioners , assembled at 5 p.m., The toasts were interspersed with songs and duets under the direction of when the consecration was conducted by the Grand Secretary, who was Bro. Turle Lee. PRO VINCIAL GRAND CEAPTEB OF WEST honour of being appointed in the year 1891 the representative of the United Grand Lodge of Colon and Cuba at the Grand Lodge of Ireland. In the YORESEIRE. higher grades of Freemasonry Bro. Hilton also figure s prominently. In 1SS3, he was admitted as a Prince M ason into Rose Croix Chapter , 12 , The half-yearly meeting of the above Provincial Grand Chapter was of this city, and a few years afterwards he became M.W. Sovereign of tha t chapter, and in the year , held on the 15th inst., in the Freemasons' Hall, South-parade, Hudders- 1S93 he was admitted to the exalted D igree of Knights of the Sun, the 28th Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish field. More than usual interest was taken in the proceedings, from the fact Rite of Freemasonry, which rite comprises altogether 33 Degrees. Bro. that the present is the centenary year of the Prosperity Chapter, No. 290, Hilton 's career in Freemasonry, as will thus be seen, his bjen a very under whose auspices the meeting was held , and there was consequently a brilliant and a highly successful one, and there is every reason to believe numerous attendance of companions from all parts of the province. that in the exalted position which he now fills his miny talents, combined The 15th instant was also the day appointed for the ordinary meeting of with his great experience in Masonic jurisprudence , and the zeal and perse- ' verance which have ever characterised his labours the Prosperity Chapter which was opened by Comp. C. H. Crowther with , will enable him to so dis- , , charge the duties of his high office as to reflect not only credit upon him- the customary ceremony. Comp. the Right Hon. W. L. Jackson , M.P., self , but honour and dignity upon the members of the Craft over whom he the Grand Superintendent , was unable to be present, and the Prov. G. will be called upon to preside, and who, it is needless to say, are sincerely Chapter was presided over by Comp. J. C.JMalcolm , Prov. G.H., who was proud to greet him as a distinguished broth er whom all are delighted to supported by the following acting Provincial Grand Officers : Comps. Ensor honour. Drury, P.G.S., as P.G.H. ,* W. C. Lupton, P.G.J. ; Capt. H. G. E. In the unavoidable absence of his Grace the D jke of Abercorn and the Most Honourable the Marquis of Hertford , the ceremony of the installation Green, P.G.S.E. ; B. Whiteley, as P.G.S.N. ; Gibbs P.G. Treas. ; J. J. , was performed by Bro. James Creed Meredith , LL.D., Dep. G.M. A. Robertshaw, P.G.P. Soj. ; J.W. Cocking, P. 1st A.G. Soj.; James W. of the Freemasons of Ireland, who was specially accompanied fro m Tanner, P. 2nd A.G. Soj. ; A. Armitage, P.G.S.B. ; T. W. Roome, Dublin by the following officers of the Grand Lodge of Ireland , who took P.G. Std. Br. ; H. Beaumont, P.A.G. Std. Br. ; J. E.'Cave, P.G.D.C ; part in the ceremony : Bros. William Spence, C.E., S.W. ; George W. F. S. H. Wilson and J. Tillotson , P.A.G.D.Cs.; W. H. Hewson , Drury, G.D.C. ; James M. Lowry, G. Stwd. ; William M'Gee, J.P., G.S.B. ; George P.A.G.S.E. ; T. Chester H. Simpson R. Sheard, and Scriven, M.D., G.I.G. ; and W. J. Chetwode Crawley, , Janitor ; and J. , LL.D., G. Sec. of the Grand Lodge of Instruction. R. Hodgson P.G. Stwds. Among the brethren , who occupied seats on the dais were the following Present and Past Prov. The minutes of the Provincial Grand Chapter held at Wakefield having Grand Lodge officers : been confirmed, Bros. R. J. Hilton, P.G.S.; George Andrews, P.S.G.W. ; Wm. Rankin , P.G The ACTING G. SUPERINTENDENT , in an address to the companions, Treas. (P.G. Sec-elect) ; R. J. Brown , P.S.G.D.; H. Y. n pointed out that several cases of fraud by persons seeking relief had been Johnsto , P.J.G.D.; H J. Hill , P.G.D. of C; W. J. Adjev, P.G.S. ; J. Eagleson , P.G.S.B. ; S detected not only in that but other provinces, and advocated that West Leighton, P.G. Org. ; H. Hayes, P.G.I.G. ; G;orge St. George, P.G. Insp. Yorkshire should adopt a recognised mode of dealing with the system of J. Irons, P.G. Insp. ; J. Byrne, P.G. Insp. ; R. Shannon , P.P.J.G.W. ; William fraud which had been going on. Wallace, P.P.J.G.W. ; R. JI'Master, P.P.S.G.D.; R. B. Andrews , P.P.G.S.B. Comp. W. L. W ILJISHURST , in celebration of the centenary of the R. Clelland, P.P.J.G.D. ; J.R jbinsoa , P.P.S.G.D. ; H. Hunter , P.P.G.I.G. ; D Prosperity Chapter, read an interesting paper on the history of the chapter. The ACTING GRAND SUPERINTENDENT then presented to the First Princi pal of the Prosperity Chapter the centenary warrant, which had been granted by Grand Chapter, and remarked that there were only three older chapters in the province. He also presented the centenary jewels to the companions of the chapter. Comp. C. H. CROWTHER briefly acknowledged the presentation. A vote of thanks for his paper was accorded to Comp. Wilmshurst , on the motion of the ACTING GRAND SUPERINTENDENT , seconded by Comp. PARKE . An Invitation to hold the next meeting at Slaithwaite was given by the Colne Valley Chapter, No. 1645, and the proceedings terminated . A tea was subsequently held in the hall, to which a large number sat down. 3velan&.

IMPOSING MASONIC CEREMONY IN BELFAST.

INSTALLATION OF . THE NEW DEPUTY PROVINCIAL GRAND MASTER OF ANTRIM. One of the most important and most imposing Masonic functions which have ever taken place in this city was witnessed on the 14th inst. in the Exhibition Hall, Botanic Gardens, where fully 700 members of the Order of Free and Accepted Masons assembled in full Masonic regalia, wearing the various aprons, collars, jewels, and other insignia of the ancient Craft degrees and of the various offices which they individuall y represented. The interior of the hindsome and capacious hall, which for thc nonce did duty as a Masonic temple, presented a most brilliant appearance. The walls were profusely decorated with flags, bannerets, and groups of banner trophies, and the platforms were most tastefully decked with choice plants of various kinds. The centre of the hall was devoted to what was known as the Provincial Grand Lodge proper, furnished with its dais, altar, and requisite pedestals, on which the various articles of symbolic furniture and working tools were duly distributed in accordance with the ritual customs of B RO . R. J. H ILTON , D EPUTV PROV . G RAND M ASTER A NTRIM . purpose of the Fraternity. The demonstration was organised for the per- J. Barry, P.P.G.S.B. ; Wm. Cairns , P.P.I.G.W.; |. Frami, P.P.S.G.D. ; R. forming the imposing ceremony of installing Bro. Robert J. Hilton , J.P., 28, Rodgers, P.P.G.I.G. ; G. M'Comb, P.P.J.G.D. j A. Stalker, P. P.J.G.D. ; J. Bun , into the important office of Deputy Grand Master of the Masonic Province P.P.G.S. ; J. Clarke, P.P.G.I.G. ; J. Millikin , P.P.G.I.G. ; A. Boy d , P.P.G.S. B.; of Antrim-a position which was lately rendered vacant by the deeply J. Laughlin , P.P.I.G.S. ; J. Birr, P.P.S.G.W. ; R. Arm--.rone, P.P.G S.D. ; regretted demise of Bro. Thomas Valentine, J.P., 32 , who occupied that Wm. M'Larnon , P. P.J.G.D. ; G'C>nn ;ll Shiw. P.P.S.G.W. ; H. Oiborne , exalted position for a period of fully 15 years. A short time prior to his M'Cormick , P.P.G.I.G. ; R. Carrey, P.P.J.G.W. ; W. S. Core, P.P.S.G.W. ; J. H. death , Bro. Valentine, in conequence of failing health , tendered his resigna- Woods, P. P.J.G.W. ; R. Cloughley, P.P.G. I.G.; T. Whiteside , P.P.G.S.D.; A. nation as Deputy Provincial Grand Master to the Most Honourable the Tate, P.P.G. Sec. ; J. H. Neill. P.P.S.G.W. ; G. Tate, P. P.G.I.G. ; A. Fether- Marquis of Hcrlford , Provincial Grand Master of Antrim, who, with the stonagh, P.P.G.S.B. ; R. K. L. GiUowiy, P.G.S. Armigh ; Rev. D. Murphy, P. cordial concurrence of his Grace the Duke of Abercorn , Grand Master of P.G. Chap. ; J. Mintell , P.P.G.S. ; j. M'Connell , P.P.S.G.W. Reo. LL. the Freemasons of Ireland , appointed by letters patent Bro. R. J. Hilton , Alabama ; B. W. D. Montgomery, P.P.S.G.W. ; H. R. Smyth , P.P.S.G.W. ; as Deputy Provincial Grand Master of the Freemasons of W. R. Kelly, P.P.S.G.W.; J. Kirkwood , P.P.J.G.W. (P.G. Treas.-elect) ; T. M. Prov. G. Sec, Walters, P.P.S.G.W. ; J. Boyd , P.P.G.S. ; S. Mercer , P. P.G.I.G. ; William Antrim. J. long and brilliant one. He was Rainey, P.P.J.G.W. ; J. M'Connell , P.P.G.S. ; R. Mirtin , P.P.S.G.D. ; H. Smyth , Bro. Hilton 's Masonic career has been a P.P.J.G.D. ; 1. Rainey, P.P.J.G.D. ; Alexander Thompson , P.P.J.G.W. ; and Rev. initiated into the Order in this city in the year 1863, and obtained his firs t R. Irvine , P.P.G. Chap. Provincial Grand Lodge honours in 1869, when he was appointed Provincial Grand Steward. He was elected to the important position of Provincial The Provincial Grand Lodge of Antrim assembled as a stated com- Grand Secretary of Antrim in 1 , and resigned that office in 1873, after munication at 7.30 p.m. in the Exhibition H ill , and, in the ante clumbers, 187 ht o'clock a procession wis formed b two years' active service. In the year 1882 , he received the highest honour shortly before eig , y Bro . Henry ]. for his brethren of the province to bestow upon him— Hill , Prov. G.D. of C, in the following order. Bro . H *nry Hayes, Prov. which it is possible sword) that of the dignity of Provincial Senior Grand Warden—and again in the G.I.G. (with drawn ; Past Provincial Grand Lodge Officers , to their rank ; Bros. S. Leighton , Prov. G. Org. ; VV. T. Ad year 1S85 he was re-elected Provincial Grand Secretary, which important according gey, and onerous position he now vacates, carrying with him the most sincere Prov. G.S.B. ; J. H. Gault, Prov. G. Supt. of Works ; H.Johnstone , Prov. brethren for his many services to the Craft J.G.D. ; R. J. Browne , Prov. S.G.D. ; Rev. H. D. Murph y, D.D., and expressions of recognition of his Chaps, whilst he occupied that ofiice, as well as their well-merited congratulations Rev. Canon Irvine, D.D., Prov. G. acting ; R. J. Hilton , Prov. G. Prov. G. Treas. ; H. R. Smith , upon the dignity which has been conferred upon him. It might also be Sec. ; W. Rankin , Prov. J.G.W. acting ; G. mentioned that for a considerable number of years back B-o. Hilton his Andrews, Prov. S.G.W. ; John M'Connell , Representative of Grand Lodge been chosen as on? of the representatives of this province of the Grand of Alabama ; W. J. C. Crawley, Grand Secretary Grand Lod ge of In- Lodge of Ireland. Besides his advancement in Craft Freemasonry, struction ; George Scriven , G.I.G. ; J. M. Lowry, G. Stwd. ; G. Drury , provincially speaking, Bro. Hilton has also received the distinguished G.D. of C.; W. Spence, G. Supt. of Works ; B. W. D. Montgomery, Bearer of Book of Constitutions ; W. Redfern Kelly, Bearer of the Great Bro. C J. R. T IJOU , acting Junior Vice-President, in seconding the Lights of Masonry ; William M'Gee, G.S.B.; and James Creed Meredith , motion , said Bro. Matthews had been in a very difficult position , for he had Dip. Grand Master of Ireland ; supported by Bros. VVakefhld H. Dixon followed in the office of President a brother for whom they all had very, and James M'Connell. very great affection , a brother of very great business capacity who had pre- The Provincial Grand Lodge was opened in the usuil ceremonious way, sided at the Board . Bro. Matthews had been able to carry out his duties and the routine business of the stated comminication hiving bj en dul y at the Board with very great satisfaction to all vvith whom he had been con- transacted , ths D EPUTY G RAND MASTER referred in ths most eloquent and nected. By his strict business habits he hnd been able to get through the sympathetic language to the recent unexpected demise of Bro. Thomas work quicker than it had been got through on other occasions, but never- Valentine, after which , on the motion of Bro. Rev. Dr. Murphy, seconded theless, there had been no case where anyone connected with it had not had by Bro. Rev. Canon Irvine, it was resolved to forward a letter of condolence every opportunity of saying whatever he wished. to Miss Valentine (daughter) and other members of the family of the late Bro. G EORGE G RAVELEY , G.P., as a very old member of the Board, Bro. Valeyitine. Bro. Lewis A. Plunkett then presented to the Provincial had great pleasure in supporting the motion, which was put by Bro. Henry Grand Lodge of Antrim , on behalf of Miss Valentine, the very beautiful Garrod , P.G.P., and carried amidst applause. chain, collar, and valuable jewel of the office of Deputy Provincial Grand Bro. J. H. M ATTHEWS, President, acknowledging the vote of thanks, Master, which had been for many years so worthily worn by her father, to said he was very much obliged for the kind words which Bro. Mercer had be handed down from each holder of that office to his successor, so long as used in proposing this vote, but he was not sorry that Bro. Mercer had a the Provincial Grand Lodge shall remain in existence. cold which prevented him from saying much because the Board had 54 The D EPUTY GRAND MASTER received the handsome gift on behalf of cases before it. Going to another subject, he did not like that the Board the Prov. Grand Lodge. should commence its work to-night without reference to that one subject for On the motion of Bro. WAKEFIELD H. D IXON , seconded by Bro. W. which all Masons were in such profound grief , not only those around the R EDFERN K ELLY, both of whom spoke in most feeling terms of the late table, but throughout the whole kingdom—the lamented death of the Earl Bro. Valentine, a vote of thanks was accorded to Miss Valentine for her of Lathom, M.W. Pro Grand Master. He was pleased to see that a reso- generous gift , and suitable inscription plates were ordered to be affixed to lution would be placed before Grand Lodge at the next Quarterly Commu- the insignia. nication , and, therefore, it was not necessary to propose a resolution here ; Before proceeding with the ceremony of installation , the Daputy Grand it was better that it should come from Grand Lodge itself. There was also Master, Bro. J. C. M EREDITH , delivered a most eloquent and highly- another subject he wished to mention —the Board had to deplore the death instructive oration on the duties of the Craft , and their obedience to the of another brother, who was not so well known now, but years ago was well constituted authorities, and concluded by expressing his absolute confi- known, who was President for many years of the Board of Benevolence—he dence that the duties of their newly-appointed Deputy Provincial Grand alluded to Bro. John Moxon Clabon. Infirmity made him retire from the Master would be rendered comparatively eisy, and more like labours of post of President of the Board ; it was an infirmity which increased in the pleasure, as they certainly would be labours of love, by the hearty co-opera- last years of his life. Bro. Clabon was well known for his liberality and tion which was expected from every brother in that extensive and important Charity. Few persons, even of his personal friends, knew of it; even the province. recipients of his Charity did not know where it came from. He should like The ceremony of installation WJS next proceeded with, in accordance to place on the minutes a resolution of regret at his loss. with the customary ritual observances of the Craft, and Bro. R. J. Hilton Bro. H. GARROD, P.G.P., seconded the motion. Few brethren of the having been duly installed in the chair of his office , was saluted in the usual present day knew Bro. Clabon ; but he did, having been a member of the Masonic manner. Board 30 years. Bro. Clabon was appointed President in 1890 as the first permanent President of the Board. He (Bro. Garrod) could endorse what The new D EPUTY PROV . G RAND MASTER , in a very eloquent and ¦ touching speech, returned thanks to the Most Hon. the M arquis of Hertford , the President had said. who had appointed him to his present exilted position ; to the Deputy G. The motion was adopted . Master, Bro. J. C. Meredith ; and those officers of the Grand Lodge of The brethren then proceeded with the petitions. They first confirmed Ireland , who specially came from Dublin to assist at his installation ; as also the recommendations to the Grand Master made at the October meeting to to the many hundreds of his breth ren who thronged the Exhibition Hall on the extent of .£320. The list of new cases contained the names of 53 that occasion , in testimony of their appreciation of the dignity which had petitions, who were qualified through lodges in the London district, and at just been conferred upon him. Kingsbridge, Cowes (Isle of Wight) , New M aidon , Liverpool, Great The Provincial Grand Lodge was subsequently closed. Crosby, Ahmednagar (India), St. John's (Newfoundland), Huddersfield , It may be of interest to the Craft in this province to learn that Bro, W, Devenport, Carlisle, Cordoba (Argentine Republic) , Dover, Barnet, Rankin , who has occupied the position of Prov. G:and Treasurer for a Taunton, Gibraltar, Newport (Mon.), Radcliffe, Oxford , Chingford, West period of io years, has now been elected , in succession to Bro. R. J. Hilton , Hartlepool , Kingston-on-Thames, Plymouth, Gibraltar , Woodbridge, Ilminster and I pswich. Five of these were deferred and four dismissed. to the office of Prov. Grand Secretary for the Province of Antrim, and , , to pending his installation , which will take place in February next , he will dis- The remainder were awarded ^990. One case wase recommended Grand Lodge for and two for each. The Grand Master was asked charge the duties of that office by special dispensation. £75, ^50 in to sanction each in four cases, nine cases and in one case. £40 ^30 of , 10 £25 Eleven grants were made of ^20 each ; one £1$ ; of ,£10 each ; and five of £$ each. BOARD OF MASTERS AND BOARD OF BENEVOLENCE. CONSECRATION OF TEE SAINT AUDREY'S The quarterl y meeting of the Board of Masters and the monthly meeting LODGE, of the Board of Benevolence were held on Wednesday evening at Free- No. 2727, ELY. masons' Hall. At the Board of Masters Bro. James Henry Matthews, President of the Board of Benevolence, occupied the chair, and there were A very distinguished party of brethren gathered at the newly also present -. adapted Masonic Hall, which formed part of the dispensary at Ely, on Bros. D. D. Mercer, Senior Vice-President ; C. J. R. Tijou , P. Asst. G. P., as Tuesday last, the 22nd inst., to assist at the consecration of the above new Junior V.P. ; William Lake, Asst. G. Sec ; W. Dodd , G. S. Recknell , and Henry lodge by Bro. Col. R. T. Caldwell, Prov. G.M. ; Bro. Rev. J. H. Gray, Sadler, G.T., represented the Grand Secretary's department. The other brethren P.C. Chap. Eng., Dep.- Prov. G.M., assisted by the Prov. Grand Officers present were : Bros. F. W. Nightingale, W. Fisher, George B. Chapman , Lewis of Cambridgeshire. Amongst those present were representatives from Lazarus, Henry Garrod , Walter Martin , James Bunker , George Graveley, W. almost every lodge in the province, in most instances the VV.M. being Kipps , Charles Pulman , William P. Brow n, W. Wills , Thomas Jones, John Read , amongst the number. There were also present : Bros. James Terry P.G. Walker H. Williams , Rev. J. S. Brownrigg, Charles Henry Stone, A. W. Duret , S.B. Eng., Sec R.M.B.I. ; Rev. L. R. Tuttiett, P.S.G.W. ; G. W. W. Drewett, W. D. Jesseman , William C. Lane, John Oldis, Alfred Sandford , Whitehead, P.J.G.W. ; Rev. J. F. Foakes Jackson, P.P.G. Chap. ; Oliver R. W. Ker, Henry A. Tobias, Joh n Maurice Kempson ,, R. J. Campbell, W. Papworth, P.P.S.G.W., Prov. G.S.; F. Dewberry, P.G.D.C ; W. J. W. Baddeley, C. H. Ferryman, Charles Sheppard , W. G. Adcock, Frank Surrey, Ward , P.G. Org. ; and J. Dempster, P.G. Purst. Frank Todman , H. Massey, W. Holloway, George R. Langley, John h H. Catten Dymond H. Almond , The following were the founders of the lodge: Bros. Colonel R. T. Ca'd- Glass, Josep , C. J. , A. Bignold , well LL.M., E. VV. Hobbs, A. Swinford , 1*. Smith , Snowden Kirk , C. W. Rayner, , M.A., D.L., Prov. G. Master; Rev. J. H. Gray, M.A., S. J. M. Mackonochie , John Birks, J. L. Grossmith , Thomas John Cox, Alfred P.G. Chap. Eng., Dep. Prov. G. Master ; Major Oliver Papworth, Prov. Tay lor, P.P.S.G.W. ; (ames W. Facey, F. W. Downes, A. F. Ensler, J. H. G. Secretary ; J. M. Harvey, P.M. 936, P.P.S.G.W. Suffolk ; J. H. Clemens , A. McQueen , F. Vezey Strong, C. Jarey, A. E. Hubert , P.M . and Sec. Moyes, W.M. 88, P.P.G. Std. Br. ; W. P. Spalding, P.M. 88, P.P.G. 173 ; Henry Hester, VV. Harrop, P.M. -290 ; F. J. Smee, R. J. Waterman , H. Supt. of Works ; W. Sindall , P.M. SS, P.P.G. Supt. of Works ; J. S. Povev , R. Dawes, G. W. Capel , T. H. Lidding ton , C. Gray, W. Harper, Chas. B. Barnett, 37S ; A. Burton , 441 ; E. B. Claxton , 441 ; J. G. Cowell, S.W. Carter, R , Gillard , E. A. King, S. P. Trounce , W. C. Greaves, J. J. L. Kellom , T. 2107 ; Cteake, 3S (S.C), A. J. Davis, 1567, and C Deller, Stwds. ; W.G. B. Goodfellow , S. E. Williams , G. H. Clark , J. M. Wimble, George Mitre, E. N. Dunwoody, 55 (I.C) ; T. A. Guyatt, 1719; T. Keats, 1327 ; H. Kempton , Isaacs , R. Reid , E. A. W. Fritby, T. Cull , and Ben Johnson. 442 ; C Laceby, 19 63 ; J. C Laxton , 2107 ; W. McKelvie ; W. Merrikin ; The paper of business for the Ouarterly Communication of United F. VV. Peatling, Stwd. 809 ; F. H. Potts, J.D. 2107 ; J. Read, P.M. 3S8 ; Grand Ledge of December 7th was laid before the brethren , and the Board W. Robinson , 88 ; VV. Treadway, 88 ; and H. Warne, W.M. 1500, Prov. of Benevolence was opened. G. Reg. Norfolk. Bro. D. D. M ERCER , S.V.P., rose and said that the brethren were all The consecration service was throughout of a very solemn character, and aware that the present meeting was the last meeting of the year for thc the musical portions were admirably rendered by the Ely breth ren, Bro. Board as at present constituted , and on this occasion it was his pleasure Burton being the soloist in one of the anthems. and great privilege to ask them to give a vote of thanks to Bro. J. H. In the course of the consecration , Bro. FOAKES J ACKSON delivered an Matthews, the President , fcr the very able way in vvhich he had conducted oration , which he commenced by saying— the business ol the Board. He (Bro. Mercer) was suffering from a bad That "This house which I build must be exceeding magnifical " were the words cold , and could not speak much, and , therefore , was not able to give ex- of King Solomon , who was intimately associated vvith Masonic history, and where pression so fully as he should like to his feelings with regard to the Presi- could the words of King Solomon lind juster appreciation than at Ely, under the dent. In Bro. Matthews they had a President than whom it would be shadow of the great Cathedra l , the token of the piety of their ancestors, thc impossible to find a better. His universal kindness to eve thoug ht of which must impress upon all Masons the feeling that the vvork which ry candidate who >hcy were commencing that came before the Board for relief was so well known and experienced b day must be worthy of Him to whose honour both thc y great Cathedral and their Masonic lodge vvere dedicated. On an occasion like every member of thc Board that it was not necessary for him to say much the present they were reminded how solemn a in on the subject , and in asking the brethren to pass this thing Freemasonry was, and that vote, it was not a founding a lod ge they were laying the foundation of a " spiritual house not made merely formal act, it was the genuine expression of the feelines of the with hands; " ol a Society destined to be a mutual support and a strong bond of brethren for the very kind way in which he had presided over the Board. union between its members. Their Society had secrets which engendered a The vote was .- " That a hearty and cordial vote of thanks be given to V.W. mutual confidence ; it was, moreover, a Society engaged in the search of truth . Bro. James Uenry Matthews for the very able, kind, and courteous manner The union of a Masonic lodge was a reminder to all of them that men could not in which he has presided over thc meetings of this Board during the past stand alone, and it was true of a Masonic bod y, as of every community, that if we Ive months." That expressed , he was sure, thc feeling of every member one member suffered all suffered with it, and if one rejoiced the whole rejoiced of the Board. with it. A motto most appropriate to Masons was " Bear ye one another's burdens," for no true Ma'son can be lacking in sympathy. The effect of a Masonic that, unless they formed lodges of instruction , they could not do the work. In lodge in the city could not but be beneficial to the community, for it was a reali- London there were privileges which they in the country could not enjoy. He sation of true corporate life. True Masons said to themselves— " We will be true had enj oyed the working very much , and congratulated Bro. Rankin on the able men, because vve are seeking the truth , and will endeavour to make our Society way in which he had presided. a real blessing to our fellows, and to show the outside world how greatly a Masonic Bro. R. CLAY S UDLOW , P.G.S.B., regretted there were so few Grand Officers lodge may benefit the community." How real vvas the sympathy that Masons are present on such a very interesting occasion , for it would have been a decided ready to extend to those about them is known to all , and it vvas sincerely to be encouragement to the Preceptor and that excellent lodge of instruction. It would hoped that the nevv Lodge of St. Audrey vvould fulfil its hi gh Masonic mission , be difficult to exaggerate the importance of these lodges, and the Grand Officers making it its object to become a real bond of union , of living unity, truth , and should do all they could to help them in their efforts. In them men were taught confidence among its members. the beautiful ritual of the ceremonies, and vvere enabled to go into their lodges and The ceremony ot consecration was followed by the installation of Bro, work vvith fluency, and, what was still more importan t, intelligence and impressive- P.M., P.P.S.G.W., as W.M. of the Iodge. ness. It was important that candidates should be impressed, from the very out- James Matless Harvey, set and remember to the very last days of was performed by the following Installing , vvith the grand objects of their Order, The installation ceremony their life the lessons learnt. There was one Grand Officer who had done a very H. Moyes, W.M. 88 ; Major Oliver Papworth Prov. G.S.; Masters : Bros. J. , great deal for their Iodge. He referre d to Bro. Sadler, who would have been W. Sindall, P.M. 88 ; and W. P. Spalding, P.M. 88. delighted to have seen the splendid attendance. This was followed by the appointment of the following officers : Bros. Bro. J. L. TAYLOR , in response to many calls, said they had no doubt asked 1. Read , P.M. 3SS, as I.P.M. ; H. Kempton, 442, S.W. -, T. A. Guyatt , him to speak as being a representative of that great country across the ocean. 1719, J.W. ; J. H. Gray, P.G. Chap. Eng., D.P.G.M., Chap. ; C. They were sensible of the great affection in which they were held not only by the Laceby, 1963 (elected), Treas. ; A. Burton , 441, Sec. ; W. G. Dunwoody, Craft but by the people of the mother country, and they hoped they were childre n 55 (I.C), S.D. ; J. C. Laxton , 2107, J.D. ; Major Oliver Papworth, worthy of the stock from which they had sprung. They had pride in the traditions P.P.S.G.W., Prov. G. Sec, D.C ; J. S. Barnett, 378, I.G. ; J. G. and religions of the old land. As one who had held some little position in Cowell, Stwd. 2107, and T. Keats, 1327, Stwds. ; J. Lewis, 2153, Tyler; America he had been profoundl y impressed vvith the work that evening for he was and H. F. M. Peatling, Org. an olhcer of an Anglo-American Lodge in London. There were small differences The W.M. through the Prov. G. Sec, then presented the iodge with a very in details which were only natural, but it was a pride and satisfaction to know that handsome banner, which the brethren received with thanks. the same cardinal points of wisdom, strength , and beauty, were insisted on. It proved in a remarkable Adjourning to the public room the brethren sat down to an excellent degree the universality of Masonry. He had received the utmost kindness this, which was served by Bro. Laxton, and seldom have we seen so on coming amongst them as an American Mason and banquet, was a happy augury, for he believed that lish and Americans understood each served in such good style with such admirable waiting, Eng large a banquet , other better than any other two people. and in every way so satisfactory as was this first banquet under the auspices Bro. Sir FORREST FULTON , K.C.B., Q.C , P.M., proposed "The President," of the St. Audrey Lodge. The W.M. is evidently no novice in the chair, which he said he was sure they vvould receive with enthusiasm. They welcomed and Bro. Papworth acted as a most energetic Director ot the Cere- the President among them and desired to express to him individually and monies. During the evening Madame Ada Kempton, A.R.A.M., electrified collectively their gratitude for his many kindnesses to them , and they trusted and the brethren with her charming voice, and Bro. Potts was good enough to felt sure that he had been duly satisfied vvith the admirable display of Masonic afford considerable amusement with his phonograph. Other brethren knowledge witnessed in another room. It vvas highly proper that a distinguished assisted in the harmony of the evening. ecclesiastic should come amongst them, because as they were aware, The usual toasts were given, and in response to that of " The R.W.P. in former days there was a very much closer connection between G.M. and the Officers of the Grand Lodge," the P.G. Chap, of England the Craft and the Church than at the present time. Early in the ioth century (Rev. J. H. GRAV) said, even upon an occasion like the present, it would be there was a close connection between the two. In the middle of the 10th century impossible to respoud to that toast without mentioning the terrible loss the Pope of Rome granted a charter of incorporation , and for a long time sub- which Masonry had sustained in the death of Earl Lathom. He was a sequent to that many distinguished ecclesiastics occupied important positions. That happy man Masonry could ill spare, for no one had done more for the cause in the position did not last because the Craft was charged with being con- cerned in secret conspiracies against order, and he believed the Roman Catholic past than Lord Lathom had done. He was no stranger to many of them, branch of the Church still frowned upon their Craft. However, so far as this enthusiasm, upright character, and hbnourable position in and his Masonic country was concerned, that had no connection , and they welcomed the very her Majesty's household had won for him the universal esteem of his distinguished ecclesiastic, and thanked him for his presence. He asked them to brethren. It behoved every Mason to try to tread in the footsteps of so drink the toast vvith the usual honours. good a man as Earl Lathom, and to emulate his nobleness of character and Bro. Ven. Archdeacon S INCLAIR , D.D., P.G. Chap., having returned thanks, his kindliness of heart. said it was a very great privilege to him to have the pleasure of sitting in the Bro. Colonel CALDWELL, in responding to the toast of his health, said chair vvhich had been filled by so many distinguished members of Grand Lodge in that ladies were asserting their right to take their full share in the affairs sympathy with their movement. He had seen in his short Masonic career much of everyday life. In Cambridge they had two colleges to their own exclusive good working, but never did he see better working than that night. His Masonic use, and had made more than one effort to stand upon an equality with infancy was watched over with jealous care by Bro. Parkinson. He was installed members of the University in other respects. When he was first made a as W.M. of the Universal Lodge by Bro. Sir Squire Bancroft, and never should Mason he had been given to understand that on one occasion a lad v had he forget the most impressive way in which that interesting ceremony was per- concealed herself in a clock and discovered the secrets of Freemasonry, and formed. He had also been present at the installations at the Drury Lane Lodge, where the work vvas always had been promptly admitted to that body; he understood that that was the good. He would venture to wish that the clergy, hi h or low, were all as careful instance of a female Freemason. Now, however, they had St. g and accurate, and as conservative in the best only known sense, as was the universal custom in their lod Newmarket as the patroness of a Masonic lodge, and at El ges of Freemasonry. He cordially Etheldreda at y re-echoed all that had been said b her claim to patronise the Fraternity. Not y the G. Officers of the very great importance St. Audrey had now asserted of these lodges of instruction. They were the very backbone of Freemasonry Audrey except that she was a saintl much, he believed , was known of St. y next to Grand Lodge, and carried the traditions of the Order throughout the lady, and he believed that when Bro. Terry spoke he would tell them she whole frame of the Masonic Craft. There was a convivial side, but it must not was neither a boy nor a girl , but one of the best of old people. For many absorb the whole of it. The Emulation Lodge was the head of these lodges of years he had wished to see an addition to the Masonic lodges of Cambridge- instruction , but this did not come behind in the sympathy and warmth of its shire, and he rejoiced exceedingly at the formation of the lodge at which teachings. He thought Masons vvere, to an extent, an example to the profession they were then assembled , and however much they might have to rejoice in to which he belonged. The Christian Church was intended for the same good the future at the, consecration of new lodges, they would always look with objects—peace and good will towards men was its primary motto. Every con- affection upon St. Audrey, which was, as it were, the first-born during his gregation was intended to be a lodge, with the same hopes and the same fellow- Grand Mastership. ships, but how they had fallen from that. Let them hope that the spirit of Masonry, which was largely spread years ago, would once more make the Chris- tian congregation united amongst themselves. With reference to the great SEVENTE ANN UAL FES TIVAL OF TEE KIRBY Masonic service at St. Paul's, one satisfactory result had been a clear /1000 to assist in carrying out the original idea, and he sincerely hoped as time went on LODGE OF INSTRUCTION, No. 203. that various bodies of Masons would join in that work. It was a great privilege that their age should possess such artists as Sir Wm. Richmond , who, in his scheme, seems to be unconsciously thinking of Masonry through- About 200 brethren assembled at the Midland Grand Hotel, St. Pancras, on out. If the Kirby Lodge should feel desirous of paying a special Tuesday, the 15th inst., on the occasion of the Seventh Annual Festival of the visit and meet him (Bro. Sinclair) at St. Paul's, he should be pleased to Kirby Lodge of Instruction. They vvere well rewarded for their visit , for it is show them the great vvork of Wren. He had to propose the health of safe to say that no finer exhibition of Section working has been seen in the metro - that energetic lodge. Bro. Fulton had said there had always been a connection plis. The Preceptor and Section Workers were all brethren who have not yet between the Church and Freemasonry, and the reason why that connection had reached the chairs of their respective lodges, and this was their firs t attempt at been broken was that in foreign countries the ecclesiastic authorities were jealou s an annual festival. They therefore well deserved the high encomiums passed of any secret society independent of their own ; but they in this country had no upon their work by Bro . Sudlow and others whose names are household words in such feeling. Many of them were fully aware that Masonry was not only con- the Emulation Lodge of Improvement , the home of correct Masonic working. sonant vvith the Christian religion , but its princi ples were identical , and they tried Bro. George Rankin (Preceptor) acted as W.M., and the Seven Sections of the to further its interests and learn all they could from its virtues. He had now the First Lecture vvere worked by Bros. VV. S. Cook, T. W. Davies, T. Whittingham, pleasure, while proposing " The Health of the Kirby Lodge of Instruction," of and A. G. Wedmore. Geo. H. Rayner, H. Wakebell , H.' A. D. Jowett, which he vvas now, through their kindness, an honorary member, of connecting it ' INCLAIR At the conclusion of the working, Bro. Ven . Archdeacon S , D.D., P.G. vvith the name of their W.M. and Preceptor, who had been so admirable a reader Chap., the President of the festival , proposed a vote of thanks to the brethren of their Masonic studies that evening. concerned. Bro. G. R ANKIN , in reply, said there were many factors in the success of their in seconding the resolution , said the work was Bro. C LAY Sum.ovv, P.G.S.B., lodge. First, in having such enthusiastic Masons as founders, one of whom (Bro praise. excellently done, and was deserving of all Baker) still carried on the Secretarial vvork. Another was Bro. Sadler, who would Bro. G. R ANKIN , in acknowledgment, said it was a bold experiment of the regret not being able to be present. A second reason was their good fortune but if the brethren hal in Committee in selecting juniors to work these Sections , having as thc Preceptor such a man and Mason as their late Bro. Kirby, who were pleased indeed. set done anything to justify that choice they up so hi gh a standird of working. He had alluded to the debt they continually Bro. Ven. Archdeacon Sinclair , P.G.D., was unanimously elected an owed Bro. Sudlow for his assistance at all times. They arranged their programme thanks, the lod ge vvas closed. honorary member, and having returned according to the Emulation Lodge of Improvement , and aspirants to honour in Bro. Ven. Archdeacon Sinclair, P.G.D., presided at the dinner vvhich that high school came there on Tuesdays to rehearse the work for Fridays. R. Clay Sudlow, P.G.S.B. ; T. Rilling, That followed , and was supported by Bros. had brought them many recruits, and the Kirby Lodge could claim to do some- P.A.G.D.C ; Sir Forrest Fulton , Q.C, P.M. ; H. Pritchard, P. P.G. Treas. thing for Emulation in return by enabling the brethren to work better. L. Berry, i'.P.G.D. Surrey ; R. E. II. Another Middx. ; F. C. Van Duzer , P.M. ; E. great source of strength was the kindness of highly-placed and eminent Masons C. H. Stone P.M.; and others. Goffin , P.M. ; Dr. Sandberg, P.M.; , in coming and presiding over them. Whilst they workeJ under such conditions by Bro. W. BAKER Sec led " The Grand Officers " was proposed , , who coup it must continue to flourish , and prove one of the best of the many good lodges of with the toast the names of Bros. Railing and Sudlow. instruction. He tendered warmest thanks to the Stewards. It was their alluded to the illness of the Pro Grand Master custom Bro. T. R ALM .NU , P.A.G.D.C , at these festivals to drink a silent toast to the memory of the late Bro. Kirby in sympathetic terms. They all hoped to hear of his restoration to health , for no which he would ask them to do. man had done more for the good of the Craft. Thc Grand Ollicers were desirous " The Bank of England Lodge " was acknowledged by Bro. H. PKITCHARD of seeing Masonry flourishing, and one of the ways for its attainment was by P.P.G. Treas. Middx. ' lodges of instruction. In going about the country he was always telling brethren The proceedings terminated with the Tyler's toast, CROWN AND ANCHOR HO TEL , BOURNEMOUT H.—RIV IERA Price 6s. LONG DITTON , SURREY. WESTCLIFF —Mrs . PENDLE BURY, nee von Past Asst. Half-way House—London to Ripley. Meien , wife of the late Alfred A. 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G EORGE K ENNING , 16 & iGa , Great Queen-street , W.C. Layer Marney, Mount Park , Ealing; or iG Great Qu:en (Opposite Freemasons ' Hall) . Street , W.C. GBOBGK K ENNING , 16 4 16A, Gr, Q UBEN Sr,, W.O, Price 7s. 6d. Master of West Lancashire. In this the authorities We offer a similar expression of sympathy to the have adopted the course which has been invariably family and friends of another distinguished brother THE ENGRAVED LIST followed in all similar cases, the latest instance being recently deceased—Bro. George Plucknett, whose ser- •* ¦ OF that of Lord Lathom's predecessor (Bro. the Right vices as Treasurer of the Royal Masonic Institution for Hon. the Earl of Carnarvon), vvho vvas Pro Grand Boys from 1873, when he was chosen to succeed the REGULARFOR A.D. LODGES1734. Master from 1874 until his death towards the end of late Bro. Algernon Perkins, P.G.W., in that office until June, 1890. 1894, must still be fresh in the minds of our readers. IN FACSIMILE. * * # Bro. Plucknett vvas the senior surviving S.G. Deacon With an Introduction and Explanatory Notes y We beg to announce that we have obtained the of Grand Lodge, having received his appointment at WILLIAM JAM ES HUGHAN. permission of the Grand Secretary to photograp h the the hands of the late Bro. Earl of Zetland , then M.W. portrait of the late Bro. the Earl of Lathom, G.C.B., G. Master, in 1864, or two years earlier than Bro. Lo: don : Pro G. Master, and to reproduce from the photograph Clabon. He, too, was likewise a strong supporter of G EORGE K ENNING , I G & 16a, Great Queen-street, WC. a portrait of his lordshi p vvith a view to its being our Institutions, not merely by reason of the (Opposite Freemasons' Hall). services published at the earliest possible opportunity ; there we have already referred to in connection vvith his long TEOFAN I'S being a very large number of brethren vvho will desire tenure of the Treasurership of the Boys' School , but to possess a permanent memorial of one who both also as a Vice Patron of the same Institution , Life HIGH-CLASS within and outside Masonry was so greatly beloved and Governor of the other two, and occasionally Steward so highly respected. for one or other Charity. » CIGARETTES. * * * # # A special meeting of the Jordan Lodge, No. 1402 , A correspondent very courteously calls our attention UNEQUALLED POR QUALITY. will be held at their quarters in the Tor Hill-road , to an attack upon Freemasonry which appeared in the Torquay, at 1.45 p.m., on Thursday, the ist prox., Catholic News of the 12th inst. It is neither more nor the fEOFANI'S CIGARETTEb have been awarded Two when-the lodge hall will be solemnly dedicated to less than one of those outbursts of anger which Gold Medals for Quality and Make, International uses of Freemasonry by Bro. the Hon. Sir Stafford Roman Catholicism appear to take a delight in in- Tobacco Exhibition, 1S95 Northcote, Bart., M.P., Provincial Grand Master of dulging in periodically at our expense. We have Devonshire. The oration proper to the occasion will grown so accustomed to this kind of onslaught that it and after TEOFANI'S are sold at the leading Hotels, Restaurants, be delivered by Bro. W. J. Hughan, P.G.D., hardly seems worth our while to notice them further. the function is concluded a cold collation will be and Tobacconists throughout the United Kingdom. Why, vvhen it is almost universally recognised that served in the banqueting hall. Freemasonry is a staunch supporter of religion and A Feature of the Metropolis. # # # good government, the Papacy, which is interested in the A Regular Convocation of the Prov. Grand Chapter maintenance of religion and order, should keep on of Royal Arch Freemasonry in India was held at the abusing us, is a secret known only to itself. We Freemasons' Hall, Byculla, Bombay, on the 5th of regret the attitude it studiously adopts towards us, and as no remonstrance SPIERS & POND'S September last. Comp. K. R. Cama, G. Superin- of ours, however well it may be tendent, presided, and in the course of his address supported by recognised facts, appears to have the strong ly urged upon those pr esent to use their utmost slightest effect in diminishing its hostility, we can do /CRITERION RESTAURANT , endeavours to promote the interests of Royal Arch no more than remonstrate. But while we cannot see Masonry. He gathered from the returns he had re- that any adva n tage that will result from any reply to PICCADILL Y CIRCUS , ceived from the Prov. G. Scribe E. that during the past this particular attack of the Catholic News, vve are six months, with here and there an exception , the Chap- none the less grateful to our correspondent for having LONDON, W. ters had been doing well. There had been , altogether, brought it to our notice. an increase of 13 per cent, in the aggregate member- * # * ship, but, he remarked, that Craft Masons did not We have been asked to reply to the following appear to take very great interest in the Royal Arch , question apropos of the recent grant of an honorarium EAST ROOM. and he wanted the companions to do what they could to the Secretary of the Boys' School out of the funds to induce good brethren to join their ranks. of the Institution : " Can a contributor to the funds of Finest Cuisine, unsurpassed by the most renowned * » * the Royal Masonic Institutions demand his money back in Parisian Restaurants, Luncheons, Dinners and Suppers We learn from the Philadel phia Keystone that, in consequence of its being devoted to purposes other than those for which it was contributed ?" VVe a la carte and prix fixe. Viennese Band. consequence of the decree of the 13th June, 1897, are not sufficientl which vvas issued by the then Grand Master Dam of y learned in the law to deal com- petentl the Grand Lodge of Peru, removing the Bible from the y vvith a question of this kind , and we shall be GRAND HALL. altars of all lodges in its jurisdiction , having been glad if someone of those who are competent will enable us to satisf y our querist. abrogated by a decree of Bro. J. A. Ego-Aguirre, the 3s. Gd. per head. Accompanied by the Musical Dinner present Grand Master, datid 12th June of this yea r, • * » Imperial Austrian Band. the Grand Lodges of New York and Iowa have renewed Our opinion , which, as that of a layman , must be their relations of amity vvith the Grand Lodge of Peru. taken for what it is worth , is that money contributed to any one of our Institutions may lawfully be expended WEST ROOM. * * * to meet the general purposes of such Institution, If A regular quarterly communication of the District money is g iven to found a prize or a scholarshi p, or Academy Luncheon as. Gd., Diner Parisien ss- Grand Lodge of Queensland vvas held at Freemasons' for the perpetual presentation of one or more candi- Hall , Brisbane, on the 7th September. Bro. the Hon. dates, it must be devoted to the purpose specified , A. C. Gregory, C.M.G., Dist. G. Master, presided , and and no other ; but if it is given to the funds generally, BUFFET & GRILL ROOM. there appears to hav e been a full attendance of Grand then it may be used in defraying the general expendi- Officers, Present and Past as well as of the represen- Quick service h la carte and moderate prices. Joints in , ture, as determined and approved by the governing tatives ot lodges. In the course of the proceedings a each room fresh from thc Spit every half-hour. body. motion , of which Bro. A. Corrie, Past Dist. S.G.W., » * # had given notice, to the effect that the District Board of We take the opportunity of reminding our readers AMERICAN BAR. General Purposes see that Agenda papers, setting that the annual meeting of the Provincial Grand forth the business to be done at the Quarterly Com- Lodge of Cambridgeshire is appointed to be held in Service of special American Dishes, Grills, &c. munications of Dist. G. Lodge be issued to all Dist. G. the Masonic Hall, Cambridge, on Monday, the 2Sth Lodge Officers, and the VV. Masters of lodges in the instant, under the auspices of the Lodge of the Three District are issued seven clear days in advance of the Grand Principles, No. 441. The hour fixed for the appointed dates of meeting was considered at some meeline is 5.45 p.m., and the customary banquet will Splendid Suites of Rooms for Military and other length, and in the end was adopted, but in an amended follow at the Lion Hotel at 7 p.m. Dinners. form—the papers to be circulated 14. days in advance * * » instead of seven. We further mention that Bro. James Terry, P.G. » » * S.li., Secretary of the Royal Masonic Benevolent It was vvith deep regret that on the eve of going to Institution , has very kindl y arranged to rehearse the press last week we received intelli gence of the death ceremonies of consecration and installation at the of a brother who in his days played a somewhat con- Emblematic Lodge of Instruction , No. 1321 , on spicuous part in Freemasonry. We allude to the late Tuesday, the 29th instant. The lodge meets at the Bro. John Moxon Clabon, who was appointed S.G. St. James's Restaurant , and will be opened at 7 p.m. Deacon in 1S66 and Grand Scribe N. of Supreme Craft clothing and jewels to be worn on the occasion , flDasonfc fRctes. Grand Chaper in 1 869. He had also taken the 30" in but morning dress. the Ancient and Accepted Rite, but among his most * * * SATURDAY . NOVEMBER 26, 1898. valuable services to the Cra ft were those rendered to At the regular communication of the District G. our Charitable Institutions, of all of which he vvas a Lodge of Northern China, which was held in Shanghai It will be seen from a letter vvhich has just been consistent and generous supporter. He vvas a Vice- on thi 22nd of September , the proceedings vvere more issued from Freemasons ' Hall—and which will be Patron of both Schools, and Vice-President of the than usuall y interesting in consequence of a portrait found in another column—that , by order of his Royal Benevolent Institution , and, in addition , had acted as of Bro. Lewis Moore, D.G.M., which had been pre- Highness the M.W. Grand Master, lodges and indi- Festival Steward five times for the Girls' School, four sented to the District G. Lodge by the Bros. Cooper, vidual brethren are to appear in mourning for six times for the Boys' School, and three times for the was unveiled by Bro. Cornelius Thorne, Past. Dist. months, in token of respect to the memory of the late Old Peop le's Institution. To the members of our G.M ., the presentation being brielly, but appropriately, lamented M.W. Bro. the Earl of Lathom, G.C.B., Pro deceased brother's family and his many friends in acknowledged by Bro. Moore, vvho presided at the Grand M aster of England, and R.W. Prov. Grand Masonry we offer our most respectful sympithy. meeting in his chair of Dist. G.M. The ceremony of installation vvas at once proceeded with , the Dep. P.G.M. presenting Bro. E. L. Frazer for that purpose. The duties ot Installing Officer vvere discharged Corres ponbence , jointly by Bro. Jarvis, the outgoing W.M., and Bro. VV. W. Clayton, P.M., Prov.G.D., the larger portion falling to the latter. In the hands of such capable brethren , it is We do not hold ourselves responsible for the opinions expressed by our correspondents , needless to say that the credit of Zetland Lodge for earnest conscientious work was but wc wish , in a spirit of fair play to all, to permit—within certain necessary limits- fully maintained. The musical portions of the ceremony were the care of Bro. F. Long, free discussion . the Organist, who, as usual, vvas fully equal to the occasio n, and the accustomed solo from Mendelssohn 's " St. Paul " " Be thou faithful unto death," was beautifully sung A QUERY. by Bro. A. O. Smith, P.M. 974 and 1311, P.P.G.D. The Board of Installed Masters To the Editor of the " Freemason." numbered in all 33. After the investiture of the I.P.M., the jewel was explained by Bro. Smailes, P.M. On the re-admission of the brethren , when there must have been Dear Sir and Brother, upwards of go present, the ceremony vvas continued, the working tools being presented Could any brother oblige me by recommending any little vvork on and the addresses given by Bro. W. W. Clayton. The VV.M., in well chosen terms the duties of a D.C. of a lodge with the proper positions, forms, ceremonies, of individual application, invested his officers as follows : Bros. H. M. Forbes, S.W. : , W. Postlethwaite, P.M., honours, to be given on their respective occasions ? Thanking you for insertion , J.W., as substitute for Bro. A. W. Mayo Robson , vvho unfor- tunately vvas unable to attend; R. Smailes, P.M., Chap. ; J. A. Godwin, P.M., I am , yours fraternally, P.P.G.W., Treas. ; J. W. Smith , Sec. ; W. E. B. Marchand , S.D. ; H. Littlewood, D. OF C. J.D. ; W. W. Clayton, P.M., P.G.D., D. of C.; F. Long, Org. ; W. Carby Hall, I.G.: and J. Stewart and H. Roper, Stwds. Bro. W. W. Clayton vvas elected Charity A QUERY. member for the lodge. Apologies vvere tendered, hearty good wishes exchanged, and To the Editor of the " Freemason." the lodire was closed. A banquet in the dining-hall followed. This vvas of an excellent character. The Dear Sir and Brother, tables vvere charmingly decorated vvith flowers and festoons of greenery, the graceful I once received a sample of receipt book for members' subscriptions, work of Mrs. Frazer and other ladies, vvho also provided a beautiful single rose button- 's four quarterly hole for each guest. each leaf was perforated into four portions, so that a brother The toasts vvere 10 in number, and vvere in the usual loyal and Masonic style. payments, whether paid or not, could be easily referred to. Could any of your To that of " H.R.H. the M.W.G. Master and the Officers of Grand Lodge," readers inform me where I could obtain such a [receipt book for it must be handy response vvas made by Bros. W. F. Smithson and Richard Wilson. and usefu l ?—Yours fraternally, To that of " R.W. Prov. G. Master, Bro. W. L. Jackson, M.P., the W. Dep., SEC. and the Officers of Grand Lodge," Bros. J. C. Malcolm , W. C. Lupton, and G. Bolton replied. W.Ms, PRINCIPALS. " The of other Lodges and Visiting Brethren " was ably proposed by Bro. QUALIFICATIONS OF PAST W. Postlethwaite, and met with suitable response. To the Editor of the "Freemason." "The Health of Bro. E. L. Frazer, W.M.," vvas entrusted to Bro. J. W. Jarvis, Dear Sir and Brother, " I.P.M., and vvas received with the greatest enthusiasm, the brethren standing, and joining in the W.M.'s song, "Then hail to thee, our Brother," led by Bro R. An old P.Z. in your last issue states that he has very good authority Smailes, P.M. for stating that a non-subscribing P.Z. of a chapter cannot be prevented attend- Bro. E. L. Frazer, W.M., on rising to reply, had a thoroughly Yorkshire greeting. ing Grand Chapter. May I be permitted to say that I doubt his possessing any In feeling terms he thanked the brethren of his lodge for the, honour they had done such authority for his statement ? That a P.Z. cannot attend Grand Chiptcr as him , and assured them that it should be his earnest endeavour to maintain the principles such if he ceases to be a subscribing member for a year is quite true, but I do not and tenets of Freemasonry, and uphold the honour and integrity of the Zetland Lodge. condition He felt sure that to enable him effectuall y to do this he could count upon help from the find any rule in the Book of Royal Arch Regulations vvhich makes it a I .Ms., that the First regular attendance and efficiency from his officers , and sympathy from the of appointment to Grand Office, and it is quite clear, therefore, brethren generally. Commenting upon the good feeling vvhich existed amongst the Grand Principal can request any Royal Arch Mason to attend Grand Chapter to brethren of the nine Leeds lodges, Bro. Frazer assured them that so far as it was in him be invested as a Grand Officer. to do it he vvould continue that excellent spirit of brotherhood, and maintain the harmony I consider it most desirable and fproper that Grand Officers should , at the of which they were all so proud. He felt that mere words of thanks imperfectly ex- time of their appointment, and subsequently, be subscribing members of a lodge pressed his feelings that jnight, but, at least, his words were genuine, and his thanks or chapter, but their not being so, from whatever cause, does not render them sincere. ineligible for the distinction.—Yours fraternally, "The Immediate Past Master, Bro J. W. Jarvis," " The Installing Master, Bro. P.P.G. REGISTRAR. W. W. Clayton," and "The Past Masters and Officers of the Lodge," vvere all duly toasted, and a most pleasant evening vvas spent. Songs vvere sung by Bros. Blagboroug h, Cockerlyne, Holmes, and others, which AN OLD P.Z. added greatly to the enjoyment of the brethren ; whilst the violin solo of Bro. Mann to To the Editor of the "Freemason. " Bro. Jowett's accompaniment vvas greatly appreciated. Dear Sir and Brother, There is no doubt the true Masonic spirit infuses the Zetland brethren , and we con- gratulate Bro. Frazer on his accession to the chair of so prosperous arid harmonious a We are all surprised at an old P.Z.'s information , because under lodge. R.A. Reg. 2, a non-subscriber soon ceases to have a seat in Grand Chapter. As to the statements " that he cannot be prevented fro m attending, " we may leave it Hamer Lodge, No. 1393. to " the dwellers on the threshold '' to meet the emergency, should he attempt to force his way in. Rule 32 is merely the general qualification of every officer PRESENTATION TO BRO. DR. J. M'MURRAY. appointed to Grand Chapter.—Yours fraternally, Bearing a name vvhich is honoured and perpetuated in connection with one of the C. H. W. three great Masonic Charities in the Province of West Lancashire (that which has been instituted for giving generous help to distressed Freemasons), the above lodge was con- secrated some 2G years ago. Interest invariably attaches to the annual installation festival of this noted and time-honoured lodge, and that vvhich took place on the 17th inst. at the Masonic Hall, Hope-street, Liverpool, proved one of the most successful of the TRevfews. long series of yearly gatherings. Bro. Dr. J. M'Murray, the retiring W.M., P.P.G.D. (ex-Mayor of Bootle), held the place of honour at the commencement of the business, "I NTERNATIONAL D IRECTORY OF BOOKSELLERS AND B IBLIOPHILE 'S M ANUAL , and, besides a full complement of officers , there vvere also present Bros.John Houlding, 1S99."—This remarkable work is now in the fourth edition , and is more valuable and P.P.G.W., Senior Grand Deacon of England ; W. R. Brewster, P.P.G.D. (Mayor of interesting than ever. Its advent has been expected for some months past, but the work Bootle) ; J. M. Hounsell, P.P.A.G.D.C. ; VV. B. Sweetman, P.P.G.D.; VVilliam has proved most arduous, and has entailed much time, labour, and expense in its com- M'Lachlan, P.G.S. of W.; W. F. Robinson , P.P.A.G.D. of C. Cheshire ; A. Kirk- pilation. The total number of addresses in the volume rum to considerably over 14, 000, patrick , P.P.G.S.B. ; J. D. Crawfurd, P.P.G.T. ; T. T. Fraser, P.P.G.S. of W. ; including the names of the booksellers, new and secondhand , in Great Britain and E. R. Latham , P.G. Treas. : M. Alexander, P.P.D.G.S.B. ; Thomas Salter, P.P.G.D.; Ireland, Europe, Canada, United States, Australia , South Africa, and South America. J. B. M'Kenzie, P.P.G.D. ; J. M'Carthy, P.P.D.G.R.j W. T. Oversby, P.P.G.D.; Also the names and addresses of nearly a thousand publishers, ov;r 1203 no'.ices of James Pilling, P.P.G. Std. Br. ; A. Cross, P.P.G.D. ; J.R. Bottomley, P.P.G.D.C.; Munici pal Free Libraries and others, and considerably over that numbir of Public J. Scott, P.P.G.S. of W.; Phili p Armstrong, P.P.S.G.D.; T. A. Jackson, P.P.G.S. Libraries in America, and as many in Europe, Sic, raising the total of Libraries to 3435. Cheshire ; and II. Heard, P.M. 1G09. The Learned Societies in the United Kingdom , Book Collectors, and others, make up Concluding a highly-successful year of ollice, Bro. Dr. M'Murray installed Bro. A. 26 more, so the book is a multum in parvo. Its pages, however, approaching 400, E. M'Dougall as his successor in the chief chair of the Hamer, the presentation being 97 made b have much else to make them va'uable. being full of informatio n alike inte resting to y Bros. J. Houlding and 1. M'Carthy. The new VV.M. subsequentl y invested book buyers, sellers, and readers. Bibliocraphica! details are very useful, not only as his officers as follows : Bros. 1. M'Murray, P.P.G.D., I.P.M. ; C. VV. Bawden, S.W. ; to works of reference, but also as to Book Plates, Concordances, Ex-Li_bns Societies, J.A. Clark Morris, J.VV. ; J. Pierrepont, P.M., Treas.; F. Minshull , Sec ; J. Mad- Catalogues, Trade Journals, &c. ; the Laws of Copyright at Home and in the U.S.A., drell , S.D. ; C. J. Warren, J.D. ; E. Pugh , Org. ; W. T. Howell, I.G.; J. Gunning, Trade, Antiquarian , and Historical Journals are duly noted, and the final page is devoted H. Bradshaw, T. Jones, H. Shuttleworth , R. Kerruish , and D. C. Woolfall , to "The Book " Lover's Lexicon, by Halkett Lord. The volume may be obtained from Sevvards; M. Williamson , Tyler; and J. O. Jones, P.M., D.C. Mr. James Clegg, the able Editor, Printer and Publisher , the Aldine Press , Rochdale, Before the close of the Iodge the I.P.M. (Uro. Dr. M'Murray ) was the recipient of for Gs., postage 4d. Orders should be sent at once for this invaluable work of reference. a valuable Past Master's jewel from the lodge, and subsequently of an artistic silver bowl and side ornaments, the gift of the private members of the lodge in recognition of his esteemed services during his year of office . An excellent programme vvas given during the evening by Bros. D.J. lLUvies, R. Wynne (ones, J. T. Jones, R. Brown, E. Edwards, Harry Collins, John Henry, Graft HDasonv ^ R.A.M. - II. Fairfield , and E. Pugh . Zetland Lodge, No. 1311. Castle Lodge, No. 1436. There was a large gathering at the Masonic Hall, Great Gsorge-street, Leeds, on More than ordinary interest attached to the election of the W.M. of the above lodge the iSth inst., assembled to celebrate the annual festival of the Zetland Lodge. By for the ensuing year. The reasons werc twofold. One was ths fact that Bro. VV. comparison but a small community, yet—as th; meeting clearly demonstrated—Zetland Hughes, P.M. 349, P.D.G.W. Malta (a brother widely esteemeJ) was to receive the has " troops of friends," and thev were " nothing loth " to come from far and near to honour, and the other that it was the 25th anniversary of the Castle Lodge. The in- applaud the popular outgoing Master, Bro. Jarvis, and welcome his equall y popular stallation took place at thc Masonic Hall, Sandgate, on the 14th inst., and the in- successor, Bro . E. L. Frazer. teresting ceremony of installation was most ably performed by Bro. O. H. S-nith , P.M., The lodge vvas opened at the early hour of 4 30 and , after the confirmation of the D.C. The following were appointed as officers of the lodge for the ensuing year : minutes , the D.P.G.M.. Bro. |. C. Malcolm, P.G.D. Eng., accompanied by many Past Bros. F.J. Sillibourne , S.W. j J. II. W. Huntley, J.W. ; Rev. A. A. L. Gedge, or Present Prov. G. Officers , entered. The company comprised , amongst others , the Chap.; T H. Goddard, P.M., Treas. ; |. I. B. Caudcll , P.M . Sec ; A. H. Ullyett, ' following : Bros. Richard Wilson , P.M. 2S9. P.P.G.W., P.G.D. ; W. F. Smilhson , S.D. ; J. Watson, J.ID. ; O. H. Smith , P.M., D.C. ; H. T. Longley , Org. ; Rev. P.M. 1001, P.G.D. j W. Lupton , P.S.G.W., Chairman of the Charity Committee ; K. G. R. Butter, l.G.; F. U.lyett and W. VV. Guenee, Stwds.; and G. Butcher, C. Letch Mason , P.M. 304, P.P.G.W. : J. A; Godwin , P.P.G.W. ; Radley, P.P.G.W. Tyler. South Wales ; Forsbie, P.P.G.W. West Lanes.; G;o. Bolton , P.M. 154. P.P.G. After the business of thc lodge had concluded , the company adjourned to the Royal Treas. ; J. W. Fourness, P.P.G.T. ; H. G. E. Green , P.M. 1019, Prov. G. Sec. ; J. Kent Hotel, where a recherch e banquet was held, admirably servi under the super- Matthewman , P.M. 1019. P.P.A.G. Sec ; T. M. Holmes, P.P.G.S.B. ; A. Barrett , vision of Bro. J. |. Tanare, who surpassed all his previous efforts in this direction. W.M. 289 ; White, W.M. 304 ; J. A. Compston , VV.M. 30G ; G. Tooley, VV.M. The VV.M. was well suppnrte d by his brethren of the Castle Lodge, and by visitors. It 1042 ; C. Scriven. P.M., W.M. 1211; J. Buckley, W.M. elect 2oGj; II. Steel , is interesting to record that amongst those present w,-re three brethren , members of the W.M. 1545 ; P. Greaves, W.M. 154 ; W. Martin Frobisher , W.M. elect 289 ; J. Lodge of St. John and St. Paul , No. 3)9 Malta , of which the W.M. is an old Past Dobson , P.M. 289 ; Douglas K'liott , P.M.. A. E. Nicholls, Capt. Mays, Swift , J. W. Mas cr. These were Bros. Major Twis«, P.M., Major Wyncoll , and Capt. Wishatt. In Cockerlyne , C. Islagborongh , R. McNeill , Win. Jack-on , J. VV. Woid , P.M. 2S9 ; Dr. addition to thc officers of the Castle l.odtfe already referred to, there were present Bros. Bacon , P.M. 1211 ; J. W. Mann , P.M. 2S9 ; VV. Cockerlyne , P.M. 304 , P.P.G O. ; E. V. Bryan , P.C. ; Dr. VV. L. Chubb, P.M.: Col. R. J. Fynmore, E. Sanders, A. H. Dr. Brown , S.VV. 1211 ; A. Jowett. Mus. liac. ; and A. Monteith , 305. The Zetlind Couchman , VV. Rhys Morgan , C. J. Woods, W. G. Carter, A. Just , A. R. Bowles, E. Lodge mustered strongly, and , in addition to the names abovs, were present Bros. A. Stow Thompson , and Onslow, P.M. Visitors : Bros. VV. T. Goddard, W.M. 55S; H. G. Whitehead, P.M. ; R. Smailes, P.M.; VV. Postlethwaite , P.M. ; G. H. demons, Clements, I.P.M. 55S; J. T. Sams, S.W. 55S; A. Andrews , 55S ; H. !'• Page, P.M.; J. D. Nettleship, P.M.; Anderson , P.M.; H. Gaskell Blackburn. P.M. ; 1 20S ; Maj. C. VV. Thiele ; VV. Wilson , P.M. ; H. E. Musson, GLiS ; Marsh (15th M. A. Biigg, P.M. ; J. VV. Jams, W.M.; E. L. Frazer, H. M. Forbes, VV. E. B, Hussars), Willis (15th Hussars), and E. J. Wood. Marchant , H. Littlewood , F. Long, W. C. Hall , J. Stewart, IL Roper, W. Jackson, A. Alter the cloth had been removed the following toasts were r -sponded to : " The Willie Broadhead, and others. Queen and Craft" ; " The M.W. Grand Master, H.R.H. the Prince of Wales " " The Pro ' G. Master , the Earl of Lathom ; the Dep. Grand Maste r, Earl The corresponden ce was then submitted by the Secretary, " and after discussion Amherst ; and the Grand Officers , Present and Past " ; " The R.W. Pro- of some business the lodge was closed. vincial Grand Master , Earl Amherst " ; " The W. the Deputy Prov incial Grand After the well-appointed banquet had received due attention from the brethren , the Master , Bro. J. S. Eastes " ; " The Provincial Grand Officers , Present and Pa st " ; ordinary toasts vvere given. " The Worshipful Master " ; " The Visitors " ; " The Officers " ; "Th e Mas onic "The Queen and the Craft " and "The M.W.G .M., H.R.H. the Prince of Wales," Charities ; and the Tyler 's toast. were dul y honoured. During the evening songs were rendered in first-class style by Bros, ths Rev. E. V. Bro. R. Dannant gave " The jovial peasant. " Bryan , Past Chap.; Maj . Wyncoll, Maj . G. E. Twiss, H. G. Clements , E. Sanders , The next toast vvas "The M.W. Pro G.M., the R.W. Dep. G.M., and the rest of and E. J . Wood. the Grand Officers , Present and Past. " Before separating the company expressed their delight at the manner in which Bro . Miss M. A. Allen sang " Poor wand 'ring one." E. J. Tanare and his amiable partner had studied the happiness and comfort of the Bro. Capt. F. Gresley Hill , P.G. Std. Br. Eng., responded. assembl y, which was one of the most successful of the sort ever held in Sandgate . Then followed " The R.W. Prov. G.M , the Earl of Onslow ; the W. Deo. Prov. G.M., Bro. F. West , P.G.D. ; and the rest of the Prov. Grand Ofiicers, Present and Past. " Sir Francis Burdett Lodge, No. 1503- The Dep. Prov. G.M. replied on behalf of himself and the P.G. OLfi -;ers. A meeting was held at the Albany Hotel , Twickenham , on the 9th instant , when Bro. C. Y. Hyland , P.M., P.G.R., testified in a glowing manner to the estimable there were present Bros. A. B. Browne, W.M.; J. VV. Hinton , Mus. Doc, M.A., virtues of the Prov. G.M., especiall y alluding to his bounteous Charity. P.M. 84, P.P.G.O., S.W., W.M. elect ; H. Bright , J.W. ; the Rev. S. T. II. Quartette , " In this Hour of Softened Splendour. " Saunders , M.A., P.M., P.P.G.C, Chap.; J . T. Bri ggs, P.M., P.P.G.D., Treas. ; The toast of " The W.M. " was proposed by the I.P.M. in a kind genial manner. Major T. C. Walls, P.M., P.P.G.W., P.G.|Std.Br., Sec; E. H. Tompsett , S.D. ; F. Song, "A Summer Night ," by Miss Theresa Kellaway . F. Bonney, J .D.; E. VV. Davis, P.M. ; W. Fisher , P.M., P.P.G.T. ; and A. Macchi , The VV.M. replied modestly and gracefully. He tru sted that his former experience P.M. Among the visitors were Bros . I. Kiralf y, P.M.; Kestvin , G. Hertslet , and J. on two previous occasions vvould prove serviceable to the lodge, assuring the brethren Williams. that his best energies vvould be expended in promoting their interests. The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed. Bros. J . Williams and " The Young Royalist ," by Bro. Robt. Dennaur. Gerald Hertslet were elected joining members. The W.M. then ably installed Bro. Dr. Recita tion , by the Chaplain of the lodge. Hinton as W.M., assisted by Bros , the Rev. S. T. H. Saunders , E. W. Davis, and I. _ " The I.P.M. " was given by the W.M. He alluded to the pleasant friendly terms Kiralf y. The officers appointed and invested were Bros. H. Bri ght , S.W. ; E. H. vvhich existed between them ; the only rivalry betweem them was, vvho could best Tompsett , I.W. ; the Rev. S. T. H. Saunders , P.M., Chap. ; J, T. Br iggs, P.M., render true Masonic service. Treas. ; Major T. C. Walls , P.M., Sec. ; F. F. Bonney, S.D. ; G. Dobson , J.D. ; Old English song, " Good Morrow , Gossip Joan ," by Miss M. P. Allen. A. O. Hemming, I.G.; J. Williams , D.C "; G. Hertslet , Steward ; and G. Harrison , The toa st of " The Initiates " was well proposed , and received hearty response Ty ler. The report of the Audit Committee was received and adopted , and a vote of from the brethren. thanks passed to Bro. J. T. Briggs , the Treasurer , for his very satisfactory balance- Song, " Love's Nocturne ," by Bro. Edgar Barnes. sheet , and to the I.P.M. for his services as Installing Master. A Past Master 's jewel The initiates wisely merely expres sed their thanks. was presented to the I.P.M., vvho returned thanks. " The Visitors " received a hearty welcome from the W.M., endorsed by the , P.M., acclamation of the members of the lodge. Apologies for non-attendance vvere received from Bros. W. H. Saunders " P.P.G.D.; W. Tay lor, P.M., P.P.G.W. ; and the Rev. R. J . Simpson , M.A., P.G. Bro. Dr. John Dixon, P.M. 73; F. S. Long, P.P.G.D. Herts , and J. E. Fox, P.M. Chap.j and H. H. Room , P.P.G.S., P.G. Std. Br. (Hon. Members) ; and others. 297, replied. Two propositions were handed in tor joining at the next meeting, after vvhich the lodge Bro. Hampa and W. Lamber t, P.Ms, answered to this toast. was closed. An especial toast " The Worshipful the Mayor of Croydon " was given. A banquet followed, over which the W. Master presided in an able and genial The Mayor rep lied, congratulating the lodge on its well-established position and manner. progress. Bro. the Rev. S. T. H. Saunders responded on behalf of " The Prov. G. Ofiicers " With "The Treas. and Sec." vvere coupled " The Officers " of the lodge. in a neat speech. The Treas. and Sec. rep lied on behalf of themselves and the other official brethren. The I.P.M , proposed " The Health of the W.M. " in a few well chosen sentences. The S.W. being also called on , responded .briefl y. The W.M., in reply, said that it had been one of the ambitions of his life to fill the The Tyler 's toast closed the proceedings. chair in an English lodge. He was extremely fortunate that that event had taken place The music was under the direction of Bro. Edgar Barnes. in a lodge bearing so honoured a name. He vvould endeavour in every way to rende r himself worthy of the high honour conferred upon him that day. Eccleston Lodge, No. 1624. The toast of " The Installing Officer " followed. In giving this toast, the W.M., The installation meeting of this lodge vvas held at the Criterion , Regent-circus , VV., as an old Mason , paid a high compliment to Bro. Brown , who, although very young in on the ioth instant , vvhen Bro. Wm. Smith , after a successful year , handed over the the Craft , had performed the ceremony most admirably. reins of office to Bro. Geo. Lane. The members pr esent included Bros. Wm. Smith , This toast having been warml y received , the I.P.M. replied. W.M.; G. Lane, S.W. ; T. Coulthard , P.M., Treas. ; R. Bottle , P.M., Sec. ; W. Bros. Kiralf y and Kestvin responded on behalf of " The Visitors ," and Bros. I. Hellyer, P.M.; W. E. Lane , J.W.; A. J . Bignold , P.M. ; W. Weston. P.M. ; Davis, Fisher , and . Macchi for " The Past Masters. " F. Arnold , P.M. ; T. Salter , P.M. ; W. B. Pugh , P.M. ; C. Longworth , W. West , In proposing the toast of " The Treasurer and Secretary, " the W.M. spoke in high F. Scarman , and many others. Visitors : Bros. las. Stephens , P.D.G.D.C ; Wm. terms of the services of the first-named. He said that Bro. Briggs was most methodica l Vincent , P.G.S.B. ; C. Sheppard , P.M. ; A. C. Huzzey, 2661 ; W. Russell an 1366 J. , in all that he did , and vvas most regular in his attendance. He had shown that day _ 463; C. Woodrow , P.M. 170S ; W. G. Vincent , 1194; J. W. Simeons , J.W. 193 ; excellent balance , notwithstanding that the lodge had liberall y supported the Festival II. G. Holland , P.P.G.S.B. Herts; C. W. Richards , 276; W. H. Butler , LG. 16S7 ; Stewards. He hoped that their worthy Treasurer would be spared many years to nofd M. Rock , 2147 ; J . Parr , 1622 ; A. Pettit , I.P.M. 1732 ; W. D. Key, iggt; G. that position. Blake Spicer , W.M. iSgr ; W. Weeden , 2030; G. Bond , P.M. 1614; J . Lawson , The toast having been duly honoured , Bro. Briggs modestly expressed his ac- 1607 ; W. Balchin , 2030 ; A. W. J ones, J.D. 2661 ; W. Thomson , I.P.M. 1297 ; A. knowled gments. Taylor , 1276; E. W. Brown , [14s ; J. Carey, 1GS3 ; G. Scarman ; W. W. Lee, " The Health of the Officers " was coupled with the names of Bros. Bright , P.M. ; and others. Tompsett , Bonney, Dobson, and Hemming. After the opening of the lodge, a full agenda of work was commenced , several The proceedings then terminated. candidates being raised to the Third Degree and Bro. Curtis passed to the Second Degree by the VV.M. Bro. A. J . Bignold , P.M., then took the chair , and abl y installed Addiscombe Lodge, No. 1556. Bro. George Lane , P.M., as W.M. The following officers were invested : Bros. Wm. Smith , I.P.M. ; W. E. Lane The installation meeting of this lodge vvas held at the Public HaU , Croydon , on , S.W. ; E. Badderley, J.W. ; T. Coulthard , P.M., Treas. ; R. Bottle , P.M., Sec. ; W. J. Hellyer , P.M., S.D.; E. Nice, J.D. ; J. Saturday, 12th inst. This, the most important in the province of Surrey is a " Banner " Leigh, Org. ; Lodge. It is a tradition dating from its earliest times that each incoming Master should J . Cra igen , I.G. ; A. Bignoll , P.M., D.C; A. W. Deacon , A.D.C. ; present a banner vvith his coat of arms and name to the lodge on the evening of his F. Middleditch and E._ Willcox, Stewards ; and J . Morris , Tyler. Mr. Wm. J elley evidence of the was then impressively initiated into Freemasonry. It was announced that , in conjunc- installation. On this occasion a goodly array of banners was seen, tion with the Piccadill y Lodge , a suitable monument had been erected to the memory of many Masters who have presided over the lodge. This lodge had the honour of taking the late Bro. Beckham , and the outstanding balance vvas ordered to be paid from the up the largest list of the Province of Surrey—it amounted to £550—being about the lodge funds. seventh of the total subscribed by the province. There were present Bros. M. J. The lengthy programme of work having been satisfactoril y disposed of, the lodge Newnham , LL.D., W.M. ; Joseph Harrrison , P.M. 99 and Sio, P.G. Stwd. Eng., was closed, P.P.S.G.W. West Yorks; Dr. H. G. Thompsom , J .P., P.M., P.P.S.G.W., Treas. j and the brethren adjourned to banquet. Alfred Lambert , P.M., P.P.S.G.W., Sec. ; W. H. Lascelles , S.D. ; R. F. Grundy, After dessert the usual toasts were duly honoured. Bro. W. Vincent , P.G.S.B., replying for " The Grand Officers ," said that so many J.D. ; John A. Stovell , LG. 5 Rev. VV. H.lBraine , M.A., Chap.; Peter A. Ransom , , Org. ; John Aris, memories were crowding through his recollection that it vvas difficult to comply with the D.C ; Sir Fred. 1. Edrid ee, J .P., A.D.C; Leslie H. Smith wishes of the W.M. and be brief. It had been his privilege Stwd. ; J . Bailey, Tyler ; J oh n Chumley, P.M., P.P.G.D.; A. Young H yland , to rep ly to this toast many P.M., P.G.R.; Dr. F. Nicholls, P.M. P.P.G.D. ; George Allen, P.M. times and in many Degrees , for he had been one of the workers in Freema sonry. From 463, John the day this lodge was consecrated , vvhen he was made its S.D., 1329 (Mayor of Croydon) j J .J . Pitman , P.M. 538 ; Thos. Lascelles, P.M. 1284 ; he had never been out Walter Hooker , P.M. ; Dr. G. L. Webster P.M. ; C. VV. Noehmer , P.M. of office. He was still in office , and was a Past G. Officer in eight Degrees. It was in 53S , 1S94 this lodge that he first began to learn what Freemasonry was 507 ; H. F. Greig, P.M. 1973 ; S. A. Chalk , H. Berney, 1. W. Dobson , LP.; A. , and he had since en- C. Oswald , M. L. Moss, Evan Geo. Carpenter , C. Chumley, Frank Brown , T. W. W. deavoured to carry it out to the credit of his own name and the good old Eccleston Roberts , and A. T. Rowntree. Visitors : Bros. W. U. Haywood , P.M., P.G.D.C.; Lodge. There was but one jewel he regarded more highly than the jewel of this lodge, J. and that was the Past Master 's jewel of his mother lodge. That evening had been one H. Baker , 1215 ; Prof. F.W. Driver , M.A., P.M. 45; J . Dixon , P.M. 73; J . Jones, I.P.M. 2096 ; F. Callam , P.M. 1 ; G. Henry, J.W. ; F. A. Tayler , VV.M. ; H. of the most pleasant he remembered spending, especially when he thought that the high 139 1139 72 J. reputation for working had been well maintained. The officers all did their work in a Hasnon , P.M. 23S; E. H. Simmons, W.M. 2543 ; J. Mote , 2424; G. S. Godfree , P.M. 1824, P.P.G.S. of W. Sussex ; F. S. Long, P.M. P.P.G.D. Herts ; F. j. manner that reflected credit on the name of the lodge. He thanked them for the recep- 404, tion he had received , and the compliment paid the Grand Ofiicers by drinking their Pitman , 528 ; R. G. Hall , 4, P.G. Std. Br. ; J. E. Fox, 291; R. Dinnant , J .W. health. 2552 ; J. W. J . Raps , 1222 ; and H. W. Down , P.M. 19S2. Bro. Wm. Smith The lodge was opened by the W.M., Bro. John Newnham , LL.D., and the minutes , I.P.M., proposed "The Health of the W.M ." in a brief but effective speech. He said he was very proud indeed to know that Bro. Lane had been of the last regular meeting read and confirmed. The report of the Audit Committee installed was taken as read , and ordered to be entered on the minutes. Bro. Rev . W. 11. Braine , knowing full well he would do all that was required of him to carry out the was raised to the Third Degree. A ballot vvas taken for Messrs. R. I. Woulfe and H. C. duties entrusted to him. The success of the W.M. 's year of office vvas assured because all the officers and brethren would assist him. This lodge at the pre sent time was one Oswald. It proved unanimous in each case. The two candidates werc initiated by the of thc best in London VV.M. The D.P.G.M. (Surrey), Bro . F. West, entered the lodge, and was saluted by , and he (the I.P.M.) asked the brethren to maintain that position the brethren. Thc VV.M. elect, Bro . Joseph Harrison , P.M., vvas presented by the by according the W.M. their co-opera tion and support. Bro. Georgc Lane , VV.M., returned hearty thanks , and said it was a very happy W.M. lto Bro. A. Young Hyland , P.M., who performed in an impressive and effective moment in his life manner the ceremony of installation. At the Board of Installed Masters , the W.M. , vvhich was a feeling usual to every M ason on arriving at the chair elect, being a P.M., was simp ly placed in the chair of W.M. There were 20 Installed of his mother lodge. He had passed the chair in another lodge but there was nothing like reaching the chaii in one 's own lodge. He felt gratified at the reception g Masters present. The VV.M. was saluted by the P.Ms. The W.M. invested Bro. J. M. iven the Newnham as I.P.M. The Board of Install ed Masters vvas closed. When the toast and during his year he would do his utmost to carry out the duties to their satis- faction. He had next to propose "Tne I.P.M., brethren vvere re-admitted they saluted the VV.M. in the Thre e Degrees, con- the Installing Master , and Past ducted by the acting D.C, Bro. Hyland Masters. " He had great pleasure in pinning on the breast of Bro. Wm. Smith , I.P.M., , P.M. The VV.M. then invested a Past Master s jewel which he had well earned , his officers as follows : Bros. VV. H. Lascelles , S.W. ; R. F. Grundy , J .W. : Rev. and they hoped he would be spared W. H. Braine , M.A., Chap. ; H. G. Thompson , P.M., P.P.S.G.W., many years to wear it in their lodge. The inscrip tion on the jewel was " Presented by Treas.; Alfred the brethren of the Eccleston Lodge , No. Lambert , P.M.. P.P.S.G.W., Sec ; J. A. Stovell , S.D. ; Ransom , J .D. ; 1. Aris , 1624, to W. Bro. Win . Smith as a mark of LG. ; W. G. Fenn , P.M., P.P.G.D., P.S.G.D. Eng., D.C.; H. Berney, A.D.C ; T. esteem on completion of his term of office as the 22nd Master. November iGth 1S9S." VV. Dobson, Steward ; L. II. Smith , Org.; and Bailey, The toast was heartily received and accorded musical honours J. Tyler. The three addresses Bro. Wm. Smith , I.P.M., vvere given by the Installing Master. The VV.M. presented a Past M aster 's jewel to thanked them very much for tieir great kindness in the I.P.M., addressing him in a few graceful , well-chosen words. The I.P .M, presenting him with that jewel which he should hi ghly prize. He was quite sure he had made a had a very successful year of office, brief , suitable rep ly. Thc W.M. presented his banner to the lodge, which was placed and during that time hs hid initiated two of his over the chair of W.M. by the Tyler. The W.M. stated how proud and nep hews and this had brought them closer than ties of kinshi p, for he was now privileged pleased he vvas to call them "brother. " One ol his nephews would not be with to be enrolled one of the rulers of the lodge. He trusted very many banner s after his them long for he vvas might adorn the lodge. "Floreat " should be the motto of all the about to start for Australia , but it was his fervent hope to see him again in the Eccleston brethren. Great Lodge. He (the I.P.M.) had received great assistance from applause followed , and the banner was accepted by the lodge. A vote of thanks—to be the Past Masters and was entere d on the minutes—was passed to the donor. Bro. Dr. Parsons -Smith confident the lodge would continue to flourish as in the past. , P.M., P.P. Bro. A. Bignoll , P.M., responded as the Installing G.D. (one of the founders of the lodge), wrote to the Secretary, saying tha t his infirm J . Master , and expressed his health prevented his future visits to the brethren. As a mark of gratification at installing the W.M. the great esteem he " The Initiate " was honoured , after which " The Visi tors was held in by all the members , it was proposed and seconded that the worth y brother " vvas cordiall y given. be enrolled as an hon. member. —Carried unanimously . Bros. Vincent , P.G.S.B. ; Sheppard , P.M. ; G. Scacman , Woodrow , P.M.; Bond , P.M. ; and others , acknowledged the toast. " The Treasurer and Secretary " drew from tho W.M. some well-deserved words The W.M., in responding, thanked the brethren for his hearty reception. He had of praise for the services rendered by Bros. Coulthard , P.M., Treas., and Battle, P.M., looked forward to occupying his present position, and vvould do his best to discharge his Sec, for vvhich they duly returned thanks. duties to the satisfaction of the brethren. " The Officers " and the Tyler's toast concluded the proceedings. "The Past Masters, " " The Officers," and the Tyler's toast brought a very The musical programme included items from Bros. R. Edwy n Louis Breeze and pleasant meeting to a close. VV. T. Spencer, and Messrs. Arthur Melrose and Bert Pearce. Bro. T. F. Noakes The harmony of the evening was well maintained by songs excellently rendered by ably presided as accompanist. Bros. Docksey, Sykes, Townend, Hanson, and Taylor.

Aldersgate Lodge, No. 1657. Rose of Lancaster Lodge, No. 2325. A meeting of the above lodge was held on Monday , the 21st inst., at the Albion On the 17th inst. the installation of iiro. J. Hudson as W.M. of the above lodge Tavern , Aldersgate-street, E.C. Present: Bros. Thos. Briggs, I.P.M., acting VV.M. ; took place in the Masonic Rooms, Southport, in the presence of a goodl y number of Rupert Smyth, S.W. ; Saml. White, P.M., Treas.; Geo. Briggs, acting Sec ; members and visiting brethren. Among the visito.-s w*re Bros. C. E. Austin , P.M. Arthur B. Hudson, P.M., S.D. ; C. R. Leedham, J.D.; Jas.,C. Hayes, I.G. ; Geo. 1375 , P.P.S.G.D. (Mayor of South port) ; Goodacre, P.G.S.B., P.G.S. ; Rev. J. S. Rawlinson , P.M., Stwd.; G. Couchman, Tyler; Thomas Hv. (arnes, Horace F. Gardner, P.P.G. Chap. ; M. H. Boyd, P.M. O13, P.D.G. Reg. ; D. M. F. Giskin , Woodward, and Dr. Charles E. M. Hey. Visitors : Bros. W. C. Beetles, I.D. 1731 ; P.P.G. Treas.; R. B. T. Marsh , P.M. 9S6 ; Dr. T. Hammond Fisher, W. M. 2295 ; George J. Austin , P.M. 170S ; Wm. Roberts, S.W. 1S27 ; and J. Tickle, P.M. 1 i gG. T. E. Williams, P.M. 2295, P.P.G. Reg. ; R. Shamrock , P.M. 1313, P.P.A.G.D. iJ.; The minutes of the meeting held on the 17th ultimo vvere read and confirmed. J. F. Roberts, P.P.A.G. D.C; F. G. Moody, W.M. 1313 ; [. M'Kinnell , P.M. The ballot was then taken for Bro. Dr. C E. M. Hey, Oak Lodge, No. 190, as a 23G6, P.P.G.D.C. ; VV. Lewis, P.M. 23G0; Dr. Charlie'*, P.M. 2295 ; and R. joining member, vvhich proved unanimous in his favour. Bros. H. F. Woodward and Harvey, W.M. 2360. F. H. James were passed to the Second Degree. Bro. Rupert Smyth , S.W., was The ceremony of installation was impressively conducted by the I.P.M., Bro. H. unanimously elected W.M. lor the ensuing year ; Bro. Samuel White, P.M., was re- Peak, assisted by Bros. VV. J. Worden , P.M., P.P.D.G.K. ; Rawsthorne , P.M.; and elected Treasurer; and Bro. E. Plant, Tyler. The following brethren were then VV. Platt, P.M., P.P.G. Treas. Afterwards the VV.M. invested his offirers as follows : elected to serve on the Finance Committee : Bros. Rupert Smyth , Woodward, and Bros. T. R. Davies, S.VV. ; E. Leigh. J.W. ; W. J. 'Worden , Treas.; James James. Platt, P.P.G.D., Sec ; W. M. Storrar, S.D. ; Fawcett Cave, j.D. ; W. Platt, The date —the 19th proximo—having been fixed for the Audit meeting, the D.C ; W. Wilkinson , Org. ; N. Mason , l.G. ; T. A. Hudson , E. Wright, C. F. Treasurer proposed the usual jewel for the outgoing W.M., after which it vvas pro- Woodworth , and S. Bell, Stwds.; D. Rimmer, Tyler; and James Platt, Charity posed by Bro. Georee Kenning, P.M. and Sec, and seconded by the W.M. elect— Representative. "That Bro. John Vaughan Sherrin, Pimlico Lodge, No. 1772 , be elected a joining The usual banquet followed, when the loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured. member." The lodge having been closed, the brethren dined together under the gavel of the acting W.M., Bro. Thomas Briggs, I.P.M. Avondale Lodge, No. 2389. The annual installation of VV.M. and banquet in connection vvith the above lodge took place on the iGth inst., in the Town Hall, Middlewich. Bro. VVilliam Lee s vvas Welcome Lodge, No. 1673. installed W.M., and the ceremony vvas performed by Bro . Joh n Taylor, P.M. The The installation meeting of this lodge took place on the iGth ins1:, at the new other officers elected for the year are—Bros. R. Wal m sley, I.P.M.; F. A. Lidbury, quarters, the Cafe Royal , Regent-street, when the Master elect , Bro. Gerard R. S.W.; R. Spencer, J.W. ; B. H. Yeomans. Treas. ; J. Taylor. Sec ; J.C. Drink- Newman , was installed by the outgoing Master, Bro. Arthur Monckton. There was a water, S.I). ; W. (ones, J.D. ; Bettley Cooke, D.C ; HL Garter, I.G. ; S. L. large number of members and visitors present , amonsrst whom were Bros. Gordon Smith , Melville , Org. ; A. T. L. Melville and H. Brett , Stewards ,* and James Earl , Tyler. P.G.S.B. ; R. Clay Sudlow, P.G. Std. Br.; Freke Palmer, G. Std . -. ]. 1). The banquet vvas presided over by Bro. William Lees, W.M., and the usual loyal Langton, P.D.G.D.C; Rev. George W. Briscoe, P.G. Chap. Bucks ; VV. Lew's, and Masonic toasts were honoured. P.P.A.G.D.C. Herts ; George J. Tagg, P.A.G. Purst.; H. W. Dobb, Joh n Moule, VV. J. Sewall, A. Williamson, F. A. Nash, J. T. Percy Monckton , Arthur Turner, Joh n F. Hall, VV. M. Benjafield , M.B., Sidney Scott, A. K. Thomson, A. C. Kaufman , Southern Star Lodge, No. 1158. Walter C. S. Burney, and F. Franklin Clive. Thi- newly-installed Master appointed and A meeting vvas held on the 22nd instant, at Brid ge House Hotel, London Bridge, invested the following officers : Bros. J. Kellar Frost, S.W. j Gilbert J. Wright , J.VV.; vvhen there vvere present Bros. F. W. Downes, VV.M.; T. Green , S.W. ; F. Austin , Harry Godwin, P.M., Treas.; J. D. Langton, P.M., Sec ; A. E. Thorp, S.D. ; ReK . Block, Austin , P.M., H. VVhite, J.D,; H.Cecil Russell J.W. ; VV. Richards, I.P.M.; J. Treas. ; J. Sec. ; S. Benson, , LG. ; J. H. Scott and W. P. Bowyer, Stwds. ; S.D.; S. Blum , J.D. ; J. Atkinson , I.G. ; E. G. Cooper, D.C. ; S. Parker, Stwd.; James Kift, Org.; and William Lane, Tyler. A. Briscoe, Ore. ; A. Wells, P.M. ; I. F. Tarrant , P.M.; 1. Bunker, P.M. ; VV. A banquet vvas afterwards served, the musical arrangements being underth e directioi - of Bro. Kift Org. of the lod VV. Block , P.M.; J. Hands, P.M.; T. F. Knibb, P.M. ; W. Beecroft, P.M. , A. James , ge, vvho vvas assisted by Bros. Reginald H. VVhite, Prangnell, C. Reeve, A. George, E. A. Bruce, J. S. Parker, C. Davies, J. L. Parry, |. Franklin Clive, and Fred Russell. Bro. Charles Bertram , who was a visitor at the Iodge, VV. H. Fleming, VV. Green, S. Nicholls R. Needle, gave a short but exceedingly clever conjurinir Owston, F. J. Fowles, , V. Shute, j. entertainment. Rose, J. Prior, R. VV. Goodman , J. S. Swingler, R. J. Radfodr , R. Colston, C Burford , and G. Blake. Visitors : Bros. J. Hartland , 913 ; J. Gaskin, 1S97; J. J. Harward, 22G-; ; A. Triegler, 1929 ; F. Small, 2242 ; C. Goddard , 733 ; and H. Campbell , 742. De Grey and Ripon Lodge, No. 1161. The lodge was opened and the minutes of the last lodge meeting were read and Williams The regular meeting vvas held on Wednesday, the iGth inst.. at Praam icons' II ill , confirmed. A ballot was taken for Mr. VVilliam John , vvhich proved in his Manchester, vvhen there were present Bro;, II. M. Massinifha-n , VV.M. ; VV. Cockerham favour , being in attendance with Mr. Frederick Cross, previousl y balloted for, who , were regularly initiated. Bro . Shute being present, was duly raised to the Degree of J.VV. ; O. M. Jones, I.P.M.; J. Irlam , P.M., Treas. ; S. Richards , Se:. ; J. T. C Blackie, S.D. ; ). Brownhill , I.G. : R. G. Thonas and A. E. Bentley. M.M. Bro. J. Bunker, P.M., proposed , and Bro. J. Hands, P.M., seconded, that the Ste.vtrdi; following resolution be conveyed to Bro. the Earl of Skelmersdale that the Southern T.|Forknall, P.M.; R. Dottie, P.M.; J. A. R. Ashworth , P.M.; J. Vleas, P.M. ; C. G. Balls, G. J. Critchley, S. Dixon , and J. R. Fletcher, Tyler. Visitors : Bros. T. Star Lodge, No. 115S, vvith feelings of profound sorrow and regret, beg to tender their J. Hcoper, P.M. 1170, P.P.G. Treas. ; G. Rodgers, 10S3 ; P. Davison, 10S2 ; Frank sincere sympathy to your Lordship and family in the sad bereavement that has just Pitt, ; and H. Royle, befallen you in the irreparable loss of your highly-esteemed father, and to hope that 992 992. , lhe lodge vvas opened and the minutes of the last regular meeting vvere read and the Great Architect of the Universe will in his unbounded goodness and mercy, be confirmed. Bro. Charles G. Balls having aaswered the questions in a satisfactory man- pleased to support you in your great affliction. This was at once approved by the ner was raised to the sublime Degree of a Master Mason by Bro. O. M. Jones, I.P.M., whole of the brethren ; and before the closing of the lodge the Organist rendered thc who performed the ceremony in a most effective manner ; in fact , vve have never heard it " Dead March in Saul." rendered in a more eloquent and finished style. Thc working tools were ably given by The lodge vvas closed, and the brethren adjourned for thc banquet, vvhich was by Bro. VV. Cockerham , J.W. After " Hearty good wishes " Irom the visitors the lodge served in excellent style by Bro . Callingham , but the concert that had been arranged vvas closed. by the VV.M. vvas dispensed with, and the toasts were all given with a silent f ire. Subsequently, the harmony of Ihe evening vvas contributed to by Bros. R. Dottie, S. Richards, W. Cockerham, O. M. Jones, J. Vleas, and F. Pitt. Acacia Lodge, No. 2321. 1Ro\>al Hrcb. Bro. Jas. B. Fearnley, the W.M. of this lodge, who started his year of office so auspicicusly at the installation meeting of the lodge in October , had the gratification of presiding over another successful meeting of the lodge on the 3rd inst., and was very ablv supported by the following officers , viz., Bros. Joh n Morton , I.P.M.; T. P. Albion Chapter, No. 9. Sy kes, S.W. ; Wm. Docksey, J.VV.; John VV. Bland , Treas. j J. T. Last, P.M., The installation meeting of this successful chapter was held at the Ship and Turtle P.P.G.R., Sec. ; Fred Betteridge, B.A., Chap. ; J. S. Hedley, S.D. ; T. H. Bedford , Tavern , Leadenhall-street, E.C, on the 17th inst., when there vvas a good attendance. J.D. ; J. S. Cooper, Tyler ; Alfd . Stephenson , P.M., P.P.G.D., D.C. ; R. B. Nicholls, Among the members present vvere Comps. l'L. J. Wickenden , H.; T. W. Allsop, J.; J. L. Turner , VV. II. Townend, and Jere, Ledgard, Stwds. There vvas a good atten- II. S. Friend , P.Z., Treas. ; L. W. Harvey, P.Z., S.E.; J. R. Francis, P.S. ; dance of the brethren. Visitors : Bros. Joseph Matthewman , P.M. 1019. P.P. Asst. G. Walter Dennis, 2nd A.S. ; J. Start, P.Z. ; W. H. Holroyd, P.Z.; W. E. Dring, Sec. ; VV. S. Weeks, P.M. 3G9, P.P.G. Reg. E. Lanes. ; Fredk. Ronnfeldt, P.M. 101.S ; P.Z. ; J. Bilbie, J. Graves, J. Nodder, II. A. Lewis, and others. Visitors : Comps. C Dean , P.M. 1034 ; Rev. C O'Conor Fenton , 1243 ; E. Hanson , S.D. 44S; Dr. J. C F. White, P.Z. 171G ; Percy Edwards, P.S. 1194 ; J. I. Allingham , 954, P.P.A.G.S.; Nixon , 1522; A. J. I'aylor, Org. 2f>f»j; Chas. Crowther, 2G69 ; andj. H. Shelley, 603. W. F. Bull, P.Z. 820 ; E. Parsons, )Gi4; N. Salmon, P.Z. 177 ; R. F. Tyler, After the lodge had been opened and the minutes of the installation meeting cjn- M.E.Z. 913; H. VV. Mellor, 1S39 ; A. Bull , 177 ; and W. W. Lee. P.Z. 1524. firmed , the ballot was taken for Mr. Josuh Lee, which resulting in his favour , he was Chapter having been opened and the minutes confirmed , Comp. VV. E. Dring, initiated into the Craft by the W.M. The working tools were explained by Bro. Docksey, P.Z., impressively installed the following Principals : Comps. E. J. Wickenden , M.E.Z. ; J.VV., and the ancient Charge was dtlivered by Bro. Sykes, S.W. The sum of £2 2s. T. W. Allsop, H.; and VV. Dennis, J. The other officers investe d were Comps. L. W. was voted as a subscription to the West Yorkshire Masonic Educational and Benevolent Harvey, P.Z., S.E. : F. I) . Smith , S.N.; H. S. Friend , P.Z , Treas. ; J.R. Francis, Fund. Bro. Holmes, P.P.G.O., a former member of the lodge, was re-elected a joining P.S. ; H. F. Cain, ist A.S. ; A. Nutt , 2nd A.S. ; and J. Rawles, Janitor. Bro. member. The name of a candidate was submitted for initiation at the next meeting of Joseph Nodder, I.P.M. 1309, vvas next exalted into R.A. Masonry, the M.E.Z. and the the lodge, and after " Hearty good wishes " the lod ge was closed , ani the brethre n dined II. and J. rendering the ceremony in a manner worthy of all praise. Other business together, and duly honoured the usual loyal and Masonic toasts. was transacted , and the chapter was closed. ln responding for the Prov. G. Lodge, Bro. Matthewman , P.P.A.G. Sec, having The banquet which followed full y maintained the reputation of this well-known referred to the ability with vvhich the Prov. G.M. presided over the province , expressed hostelry, the unanimous opinion of all present being that the establishment had excelled the pleasure it had afforded him again to visit the lodge in which he had taken great itself. interest since its consecration. Hs complimented the W.M. on the satisfactory result Thc usual toasts followed , the M.E.Z. setting an excellent example] of brevity in of his maiden effort in conducting the initiation ceremony. consideration for the capital programme of music, The toast of "The Visitors " was submitted by the VV.M., vvh o gave them a very Comp. VV. J. Harvey, P.Z., in proposing " The M.E.Z.," said he happened to be cordial reception. the father of the chapter present , and therefore this pleasant task devolved upon him. It Bro. Weeks, P.M. 3G9, P.P.G. Reg. E. Lane, acknowled ged the toast. He stated had given every P.Z. present great pleasure to see the excellent way in which the lhat he had travelled from Clitheroe to witness the initiation of his old friend Bro. Lee, M.E.Z. went through the work of exaltation. They had had experience that whatever whom he spoke of in the highest terms. He vvas very pleased with the manner in which Comp. Wickenden took in hand he did thoroughl y, and every ofli .-e he had filled with an the W.M. had presided over the lod ge, and with the support he received fro m the immense amount of credit to the chapter and honour to himself. This meant a great officers. deal of study and sacrifice of time in order to perfect himself in the ritual. Ic was more Bros, Ronnfeldt , P.M. 101S , and Rev. C. O'Conor Fenton also responded. difficult , and also more beautiful , than any one of thc three Degrees in the Craft, and Bro. Fenton , in an able speech , referred to the teachings of Freemasonry being the exaltee would agree that it was the prettiest thing he had seen in Masonry. They identical with his teachings as a minister of the Gospel. His visit at the lodge that did not want anything better , or with more sense and reason , than that exaltation cere- evening had been a source of much pleasure to him. mony. The onl y thing needful was to have the work carried throu jh as the M.E.Z. had The VV.M. projiosed " 1'he Health of the Initiate ," and spoke of him as one of his done, and the companions present would heartily j nn in drinking his health. oldest and most respected friends , and he was delighted to have initiated him into thc Comp. E. J. Wilkenden , M.E.Z , said that although it gave him pleasure and Craft. gratification to reply and thank them for the hearty manner in which they had received Bro. Lee suitabl y responded. the toast, yet he thoug ht this was the hardest piece of work he had been called upon to '• lhe 1 icalth ol the W.M." was proposed by Uro . Last , P.M., and , in doing so, du. It was a pleasure to him to work for this chapter , and he could not adequately referred to the able manner in which the W.M. had discharged the duties of the several thank Comp. Ilarvey for his kind expressions, or the companions for their cordial recep- offices that hc had filled leading up to the chair. The brethren antici pited a prosperous tion. Hc had always been treated in thc Albion Chapter in a kind and courteous way year of ollice for the W.M., and hc(Bro. Last) felt confident that they vvould not be that he felt he could not thank them enough for it. At the present moment he hal disappointed. attained the summit ot his ambition , but there was no use to deny the fact that he had The toast was vcry cordially received. worked for it. VVhen he was exalted he made up his mind to become the M.E.Z. Hi now stood in that proud position through their kindness. They could rely upon it that Treas. ; Major T. C Walls, P.M.P.S., Rec. ; Barnes, Prelate ; Humphries, Prefect ; lie felt very deeply the honour they had conferred upon him , and nothing whatever and Frater Reinardt, Sentinel. The report of the Audit Committee was received and should be wanting on his part, that he could possibly do, to render to the chapter and adopted. A Past Sovereign 's jewel vvas presented to Sir Knigh t W. A. Scurrah. The the companions some sense of his appreciation . n resignation of Sir Knight LB. Hamilton vvas received vvith regret. Apologies for non- In giving " The H. and J., the M.E.Z. drew attention to the admirable way attendance vvere received fro m Sir Kni ghts the Rev. R. C. Fillingham , M.A., V.E. elect; in which both officers did their vvork , and to their superb rendering of the lectures. J. Purrott , P.M.P.S. ; C Keyser, M.A., J.P., P.M.P.S. ; H. E. Heard, P.M.P.S. ; Comp. T. VV. Allsop, H., said he felt he scarcely deserved the high eulogium H. H. Sh'rley, M.A., P.M.P.S.; G. Powell, P.G.S.G., P.M.P.S.; and others. The passed upon his vvork, but he thanked them heartil y for the toast. conclave vvas then closed. Comp. W. Dennis, J., said he should be more than satisfied if he could approach in A banquet followed. excellence the way in vvhich the H. lecture had been given. If his humble eff jrts that Upon the removal of the cloth the customary toasts received full justice. evening had met with their approval it was sufficient reward for him, and an incentive Sir Knight W. A. Scurrah responded on behalf of " The Grand Senate," and directly to go on and improve, and to master the work of the next chair. afterwards proposed " The H ealth of the M.P.S." In the course of his remarks he said " The Exaltee " was proposed by the M.E.Z., vvho alluded to Comp. Nodder as his that Sir Knight L. Steele vvas an old Mason , and a well-kno.vn worker in many Degrees. oldest frie nd, and as one vvho had proven an undoubted acquisition to the chapter. His zeal and energy vvas beyond all praise. He lived in Hampshire, and yet he Comp. Joseph Nodder, in his reply, said the M.E.Z. had reminded him of many travelled to and from London to carry out his Masonic responsibilities vvith the m >st years ago, and his experience vvith him that evening had certai nly h en of a most unfailing punctuality. touching character, as the ceremony he had gone through]had impressed him very much. The toast having been warmly drunk , the M.P.S. brief!v replied. For something like—he would not say how long—he had been a student of mysticism, _ "The Health of the Installing Office r " followed. In introducing the toast the M.P.S. and the ceremony that evening therefore appealed to him in a most peculiar character, paid a high tribute of praise to the services of Sir Knight Lardner as a worker of the and made a very deep impression upon him. It vvas something he should never forget, Red Cross and its attendant Degrees. He was also equally as proficient in the other and he did not know any companion in whose hands he would sooner have received it Knightly Orders, and without his valuable assistance the work would lose a great deal of than at the hands of their M.E.Z. Looking at Comp. Wickenden in his exalted posithn , its effectiveness. and knowing him as he did, he felt as proud of him as the companions, doubtless, did. This pledge having been drunk vvith enthusiasm, Sir Knight Lardner said a few For " The Visitors," Comps. Alling ham, White, and Bell returned thanks for the modest words in reply. hospitality, and expressed their gratification at the excellent working. " The Past Sovereigns" followed, and the pledge was acknowledged by Sir Knights " The P.Zs." was next given by the M.E.Z., vvho regretted the absence of Comp. VV. A. Scurrah and George Graveley. Valentine, vvhich vvas caused by his great infirmity. There vvere, however, r.resent, ' " The Health of the Officers " was coupled with the names of Sir Knights Comps. Harvey, P.Z. ; Holroyd, P.Z.; Friend, P.Z.j Stait, P.Z. ; and Dring. P.Z. It Phillips, Moore, Barnes, and Humphreys. vvas a happy day for their chapter when Comp. Dring vvas exalted, for he had proved a The procee dings then terminated. host in himself , and the manner in vvhich he had installed the threT Princi pals was suffi- cient for him to receive the heartiest of welcomes. The toast having been replied to, "The Treas. and S.E." and " The Officers " were duly honoured, and the pleasant proceedings terminated. The musicaliprogrammejincluded two items of special attraction for the companions present. Miss Dollie Harvey, the clever little daughter of Comp. Harvey, rendered Jnetvuctton two songs in charming and excellent style, and Miss Dorothy Bull , another youthful performer , showed rare abilities in violin solos. Other items were also contributed by HUGH OWEN LODGE, No. 2593. Messrs. A. H. Serjeant and A. Melrose Miss Maud Fowler, , , and Comp. R. F. Tyler. A meeting vvas held on Friday, the iSth inst., at the Frascati Restauran t, Oxford- street, vvhen there vvere present Bros. J. H. Crispe, VV.M.; W. G. Read. S.W. ; F. Aris, J.W. ; H. G. Holland, P.M., P.G.S.B. Herts, Preceptor; R. H. Nicholls, Treas.; H. This. Kobelt, Sec. ; Jas. Barnett, S.D. ; VV. G. Bevan, J.D.; B. Ware, RESCUE BY TEE FREEMASONS' LIFEBOAT- Dep. Sec. ; H. Ramsbottam , l.G.; }. B. Schrader, Org. ; R. Sandland , Henry Teele, C G. Rid gway, J. VV. Harrison, J. H. Gifford , Sidney Smyth , and H. C. Wotton. ALBERT ED WARD. The lodge was opened in due form, and the minu 'es of the previous meetine read and confirmed. The ceremonies of passing and raising were rehearsed, Bro. Wo'.ton acting as the candidate, , stationed at Clacton-on-Sea b -ought safel the VV.M. reciting the traditional history. Bro. Crispe worked The lifeboat Albert Edward , y the 3rd Section of the Third Lecture. The IoJee vvas closed. ashore seven men last VVednesday morning- from the three-masted schooner Orncn, of Osthammer, which had stranded on the Gunfleet Sands. She was bound for Portsmouth with a cargo of timber. The lifeboat is one of two boats presented to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution by the United Grand Lodge of England in commemoration of Scotland the safe return from India of the M out VVorshipfuI Grand Master, H R.H. the Prince of Wales. The Preceptory of the Temple in Glasgow. The annual meeting was held on the 2i?-t inst., in the Masonic Hall, West Regent- street. Frater Colonel R. King Stewart , of Murdos^oun Castle, Preceptor, presided, TEE LATE EARL OF LATEOM, G.C.B. and there vvas a large turn out of the fratres. After the minutes had been read by the Secretary, Frater Major F. W. Allan , the election of office bearers took place when Frater Sir Alex. Muir Mackenzie, Bart., The following Order has been issued by the Grand Secretary : of Delvine , was installed as the new Preceptor. "U NITED G RAND LODGE OF A NCIENT FREE AND A CCEPTED The fratres thereaftei dined in the Windsor Hotel, the new Preceptor in the chair, M ASONS OF E NGLAND . and Colonel J. A. Reid , Croupier. A most enjoyable evening was spent. " His R OVAL H IGHNESS A LBERT E DWARD , PRINCE OF WALES, K.G., &c, &c, &c, &c, M OST W ORSHIPFUL G RAND M ASTER . " In consequence of the much-lamented death of the Right Honourable the Ear! of Lathom , G.C.B., Most Worshi pful Pro Grand Master, an event which has ©bituav^ cccasioned the profoundest sorrow to every member of the Craft, by whom he was so great ly beloved , it is ordered that the Grand Lodge and all subordinate lodges be placed in Masonic mourning for the space of six months from this date. THE LATE BRO. THE EARL OF LATHOM. G.C.B., PRO G.M., AND " The mourning to be worn by brethren individuall y to be as follows : Grand PROV. G.M. WEST LANCASHIRE. Offi cers, Present and Past, three rosettes of black crape on the badges, and one The Earl of Lathom, to whose death and the serious loss collar, just above jewel ; Masters Past Masters and thereby entailed on atthe point of the chain or , , Eng lish Freemasonry vve refer particularly in our editorial columns three black crape rosettes on badge; and Fellow Crafts and , was born on Master Masons, the 12th of December, 1837, and vvas, therefore, at hi s decease on the eve of two black crape rosettes at the lower part of the badge. Entered Apprentices, completing his 61st year. In 1853 he succeeded his grandfather as Baron VVhite gloves. Skelmersdale, and in 18S0 vvas created Earl of Lathom. Master. His lordshi p was edu- " By command of the M.VV. Grand cated at Eton and Christ Church , Oxford , and it was in "E. LETCHWORTH 1856, during his Univer- , sity career, that he was initiated in the famous Apollo University Lod " Grand Secretary, ge, No 357, and the following year vvas appointed Prov. G. Steward of Oxfordshire. London In 1857 " Freemasons' Hall , , W.C. he joined the Westminster and Keystone Lodge, No. io, S." and remained , we " November 22nd , 189 believe, a member till his death. In 1S62 he was installed W.M. of Harmony Lodge, No. 580, Ormskirh , and three years later, after serving successively as Regulation rosettes, in two qualities , can be obtained at Bros. George Prov. S.G.I), and Prov. S.G.W., he was appointed to the office of Dep. Prov. G. Kenning and Son, 1, 2, 3, 3.1, 311, and 4, Little Britain , 195, 19 G. and 197, Master of West Lancashire, retaining it until , on the death of Bro. Sir Thomas Aldersgate-street , and 16 , Great Queen-street , London ; 47, Bridge-street, Man- if. Hesketh , Bart., he received , on the 30th November, 1S72 , the appointment of chester; 23, Williamson-street, Liverpool ; and 9, West Howard-street , Prov. G. Master, and vvas installed in office in January of the following year, Glasgow. No. 1—per set of three—is. 6d. j No. 2—per set of three—is. — A DVT. his installation as G. Superintendent dating from a few months later. In Grand Lod ge he was in 1863 invested by Hro. the late Earl of Zetland as S.G. Warden ; and on the accession of H.R.H. the Prince of Wales to the throne of English Freemasonry, he was honoured with the post of Dep. G. Master. In 1891 he was ROYAL MASONIC INSTIT UTIO N FOR GIRLS. appointed Pro G. Master in succession to the late Bro. the Karl of Car- narvon ; while in Grand Chapter he vvas ex officio Grand H., ' and since 1H91 had been Pro G. First Princi pal Z. As regard 1 the other Miss Rertha J. Dean (of Chiches er), has the ho lour of b ing the first branches of our Masonic system , let it suffice if vve state that in the Mark Degree in which she is cx-pup il " Girl Graduate " of the above Institution , , gold he presided over its Grand Lodge as M.W.G.M.M. from 1878 to 1881, while he medallist, and teacher. Entering the examination lists cf the London had held the position of Prov. G. Mark Master of Lancashire since 1876. Till a University, she passed in the First Division at a Preliminary Examination year or two since he was Grea t Prior of the Order of the Temple, and had been Examination in 1S G. Viceroy of the Order of Rome and the in 1S96 ; in the First Division at the Intermediate 97 ; Red Cross of Constantine, while in the and has now at the Final Examination won the distinction of Bachelor of Ancient and Accepted Rite he was, and had been for many years, M.P. Sovereign G. Commander of the Supreme Council , 0 Arts. __^______33 . Nor must we omit to mention that he vvas the representative at our Grand Lodge of the Grand Lodges of Scotland , Denmark, and Norway, anil of the G. Orient of Brazil, so that there is probably no member of our Order vvho has filled so many offices as the distin- of IRome & Constantine, guished brother whose death we are so deep ly and sincerely mourning. But, IReb Cross after all , these .several positions which he held for so long and so greatly to the honour of Freemasonry constitute only a part of the claims upon which the Premier Conclave. memory of his services will rest for all time. He was a most active and The installation meeting of this conclava was held at the Mark Masons' Hall , generous supporter of all our Institutions , both those which appea l r.reni Dnpen-'-treet. Holborn , on the 71b inst. Among those in attendance were Sir tor support to the whole body of the English Craft and those Knilhts VV A Scurrah , G.V.C., M.P.S. : L. Steele, V.E. ; Capt. G. Phillips, which have been founded and successfully mrintained by his Pro- lunf Gen. , H. J. Lardner , P.G.C, P.M.P.S.. Treas. ; Major T. C Walls, P.G.G , vince of West Lancashire. Apart from the services which he rendered officially P.M.P S„ Rec. ; Moore, Prefect; Barnes, Orato ; Humphreys , Herald ; George as Trustee to our Central Charities, he had presided at no less than five of their Graveleyi' P.M.P.S.; and Frater Rrinardt, Sentinel. Anniversary Festivals, namely, in 18 and 18 for the Girls ' School conclave having been read and confirm :d , Sir Kni ght 73 94 ; in 18S1 The minutes of the previous and 1891 for the Boys' Schoo l ; and in 1876 for the Royal Masonic Benevolent H. 1. Lardner, P.M.P.S., abl y and impressively installed Sir Knight L. Steele as of V.E., in consequence of ihe enforced absence of Sir Knight Institution , while, in addition, he was President of the Board of Stewards at the M.P.S. The induction Centenaries of both our Schools. During the Rev R C. Fillingham, M.A., was postponed. The officers appointed an I invested the present year, owing to the grievous were Sir Knights Capt. G- Philli ps, S.G. j E. Moore, J.G. ; H. J. Lardner, P.M.P.S,, loss he sustained some 12 months since by the death of the Countess of Lathom. he had not taken any active part in our meetings ; but there were, neverthe less, them one of the most important was that of Pro Grand Master of Eng- three functions which he ventured to attend , namely, the distribution of prizes to land in Freemasonry, being next to the Prince of VVales, the the Boys' School in the Royal Albert Hall by H.R.H. the Princess of Wales ; the Masonic Service solemnised by Bro. the Veiy Rev. Dean Hole in Rochester Grand Master , an office the importance of which may be judged from the Cathedral ; and the recent meeting of his Provincial Grand Lodge of West fact that Freemasonry is perhaps one of the most influential societies in the Lancashire, when , in recognition of his 25 years' rule over it as Prov. G. Master land. He was also Prov. G. Master of West Lancashire and dearly loved affection in which he vvas held the brethren pre- by all the brethren. Never shall I forget that soul-stirring scene at Liver- and in token of the respect and , to be sented him with a massive silver bowl and vases and a cheque for ^500 de- pool, on October 19th , when the presentation of silver plate was made to voted to any Charity with vvhich the late Countess of Lathom vvas known to be him to commemorate his 25 years of successful rule as Prov. G. Master and in sympathy. This vvas not the first occasion on which his Lancashire brethren a cheque for / 500 towards a memorial to the late Countess of Lathom. had shown the estimation in which they held him , for in 1891 they presented him But as he set us an example in fulfilling the obligations which rank and with a gold chain of office on his appointment as Pro Grand Master, while other position entail, for he was ever read y to take part in any ceremony or to be instances might be mentioned in vvhich those whom he had served Masonically a leader in any cause for the religious, moral, and social benefit of the feelings of gratitude for all he had done for exhibited towards him the deep! people; he also set us an example of a good life. He was by birth a noble- them with which they were actuated. man , he was by character a noble man and this the first portion of the service being , gave great weight to his The funeral took place on Wednesday, opinion , counsel, and advice ; what an examp Chapel close b Lathom House. Along the pathway le as the head of a family and held in the Almonry y great household did he set us. To hear him read from the chapel to the house, which had been cleared of snow during the the lessons in Lathom leading Chapel or to hear him read the famil the funeral procession made its way, vvhen, at half-past 12, the chapel y prayers in the great hall of Lathom morning, House hel bell began to toll , and the cortege emerged from the hall. The coffin , made of ped one to realise the great truth of the priesthood of the people. the oak of trees grown on the estate, was borne by 12 employes. Its breastplate What a model as a loving and devoted husband and father, deeply loved bore the following inscription , surmounted by a representation of the Lathom in return by every member of his family, did he exhibit, and as coronet : " Edward Bootle-Wilbraham , first Earl of Lathom. Born 12th Decem- a frien d how kind, how friendly, ^always the same, yet with all ber, 1837; died 19 Nov,, 1898." Covering it were several beautifu l wreaths, his kindliness of manner and lovable disposition there was including one choice tribute of respect from the Queen and another from the always that courtly dignity of manner which showed he was a Prince of VVales. The entrance and pathway to the chapel were guarded by great noble. What an example did he set as a true Christian to all. It was 50 troopers of the Ormskirk and Lathom troop of the Lancashire Yeomanry on October 9 that I preached in Lathom Chapel at the harvest festival, and Hussars, of which regiment the late Earl was honorary colonel. had the privilege of assisting to administer the Holy Sacrament to Lord Following the coffin came the chief mourners, including Bro. Lord Skelmersdale Lathom, the last time he probably received it in that place of worship. (son and successor to the title), Lady Alice Maude Wilbraham (eldest daughter), After the service he showed me the new window he was putting the Hon. Mrs. in the Lady Bertha Wilbraham , the Hon. Reginald Wilbraham (son), chapel to the memory of his dearly-loved wife, whose sad death b the Hon. Rose Wilbraham (sister), the Earl of Clarendon , y an Bateman (sister), accident we were lamenting just at this time last year. In the letter which Bro. the Earl of Derb the Hon. Francis and Mrs. Villiers, Bro. the Earl of y, I received from Lord Lathom, soon after the death of Radnor, Bro. Lord Ampthill, and the Hon. Arthur Stanley, M.P., and members the Countess of of the Lathom household. Her Majesty the Queen was represented by the Lord Lathom, he said, " I have her bright example before me, and can only Steward, the Earl of Pembroke, and H.R.H. the Prince of Wales by Bro. Major- ttust I may be found worthy to rejoin her hereafter. I.mean to do my duty General Sir Stanley Clarke. Among the other distinguished mourners were Bro. as_ she would have wished." And now God has called him away. Lanca- the Duke of Portland (her Majesty's Master of thc Horse), the Hon. Sir Spencer shire and England are the poorer for his loss, though we know that our loss Ponsonby-Fane (Comptroller of the Lord Chamberlain's Department), and others, is his gain, for he has been taken to rejoin the one called away last year in who had arrived the previous evening from London. U pon the procession the Paradise of God, " Where they meet to never part again." reaching the churchyard the Rev. Lord William Cecil, son-in-law ot the deceased At the close of the service the " Dead March in Saul " was played , the peer, Bishop Royston, the Rev. J. T. Blakeway, and the Rev. J. Lomas, the large congregation standing as a mark of respect ; and the flag was flying officiating clergy, who had been awaiting its arrival, placed themselves at its head, half mast on the church tower. and , as progress was made towards the chapel, the silence was broken by the recital of the preliminary passages of the service for the dead. Bareheaded, the mourners, clergy, and the choir walked through the driving sleet and snow, and then the little chapel was filled. The general body of mourners, numbering IN MEMORIAM. some hundreds, took up a position outside, near the door and tomb. A conspicuous feature of the funeral vvas the large attendance of the brethren , who, notwithstanding the terrible inclemency of the weather, assembled to the RT. WOR. BRO. THE EARL OF LATHOM. number of between and 500. Among those present to do him final honour 400 Now he obeys the last dread call of all were Bros. Edward Letchwarth, G. Secretary of England ; R. Wylie, Dep. Prov. G. M aster W. Lanes. ; W. Goodacre, P.G.S.B., Prov. G. Secretary W. Lanes. ; The summons issued from Grand Lodge on High ; of Kei hley, representing the Masons of Yorkshire ; Rev. Struck by Death's heavy and o'er mastering maul, Rev. W. Seelly, g His Art still taught him how a man should W. Willink Prov. G. Chaplain W. Lanes.; Rev. R. B. Billing, of Ulverstone die. J. , , His cable tow is snapped and now he's free Prov. G. Chaplain ; Rev. F. Barton Spencer, of Preston , P.G. Chaplain , P. Prov. , Free to attend the Master's gavel sound ; G. Chaplain W. Lanes.; E. R. Lathom, Prov. G. Treas. ; and J. T. Newbold and representing the G. Master of East Lancashire, Bro. Colonel Starkey. No mysteries now are hid , for he can see W. Forrest, The deepest depths and hi hest hei le but impressive the service was conducted by the Rev. T. Blakeway g ghts profound. Simp , J. After long search he knows the secrets now (Chaplain), Rev. J. Lomax (an ex-Chap lain), and the Rev. Lord William Cecil— , the same clergymen by whom the service for the Countess was conducted a year The true stern secrets only found when Death sorrow wrings the brow since. The hymns sung in the chapel vvere " Safe home in port " and " Now the With sympathy and , labourer's task is o'er." During the procession to the graveside the Organist And stills the heart and stops the gasping breath. , when earthl Mr. H. Berkeley Score layed Mendelssohn 's " O rest in the Lord." The latter O ! Brethren all, y life shall cease , p for his end—an end of perfect peace I portion of the service was impressively read at the grave by the Rev. Lord William Pray Cecil. Here, also, the choir sang thc hymns, " My God, my Father," and " Peace, CHAS. F. FORSHAW, LL.D. Perfect Peace." The Benediction was pronounced by Bishop Royston, of Bradford. Liverpool.

DEATE OF LORD LATEOM. SMOKE RS SHOULD USE CALVERT 'S TRIBUTE OF A PAST GRAND CHAPLAIN. Bro. the Rev. T. BARTON SPENCER, M.A., Vicar of St. James's, Preston, and Past Grand Chaplain of England, preaching in his church on DENTO -MENOL ENE. Sunday evening, said : As we speak of the Christian as "a worker, we think of one whose death is so deeply lamented, not only in his own neighbour- A DELICIOUS ANTISEPTI C LIQUID DENTIFRICE . hood, but in Lancashire and through the country—the Earl of Lathom. A few drops in a wineglass of water makes a delicious wash, for Our hearts go forth to the sorrowing family, and our prayers are offered that sweetening tho breath and leaving a pleasant tnsto ami refreshing coolness God will sustain and comfort them. Lord Lathom was one of Lancashire's in the mouth. Keillor of Hea lth says:—" Host ciTectuiil for strengthening the gums in case of and England's greatest noblemen. In public life he made his mark, and tenderness mill ridding tlio mouth of Iho iii-oina of tobacco." the Oueen conferred honours upon him, and the true Christian qualities and ls. Od. and 2s. Od. Bottles, at Chemists, &o., or Post Froo for Value. graces that he possessed—such as distinguished courtesy, tact, unselfishness, and self-denial—fitted him to discharge so well and so efficientl Illustrated Pamphlet of Calvert's Carbolic Preparations sont post freo on y the duties application. of Lord Chamberlain , which many consider one of perhaps the most difficult positions to occupy with success. Many public offices he held, and among F. C. CALV ERT & CO., Manchester.

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K'-'vLlBBBSSSS ""• -.i -. iiiK of other iliiplicatiiiL' ap- :i —The prncess of rc-ink- ^^¦ '¦ ¦ ^ {, ^TJV'fg^.^ilff.¦ -llW^/Srif ^ ?\ puratiis entirel y dispensed ' WALNUT. niK is nmdo much ctisicr nnd V^- , -, ¦¦ . - ¦ - . , ¦ ^ x~ .•] with in the r-^PlFTLTnfil-^ffl - t^V' _ . . . CYCLOSTYLE. SH \ iSs! ENQLISH COM PLETE OUTFTpFOR REPf^ UciNG 8 ' FURNITURE HANDWRITING. f^ I J ' £si I . Ocliivo fiizo , £3 10s. ; Quarto size, £4 15s. ; Foulscaii size, £5. New & Second-hand Extras for Reptoducing Typewriting: Octavo si/.o, 10s. 6d. ; Qnnvto size, lis. iSS s^% Sjl Foolsca]) size, 12s. 6d. Fitted wilh Uiiineltulilo Hollers for Hot Climates, £1 l H , extra , any size up to Foolscap. M. W. EDGLEY, 40 and 41, Fleet Streot , London , E.C. Tn thoso i ofiitii-iii fr.il cheaper procees, less easy of manipulation , the following is suitable :— " Bound in Cloth, Grill Ed ges, Price 10s. THE NEO-CYCLOSTYLE " HAND-ROLLER PROCESS. Prices from 25S. Unmcltal'le Hollers for Hot Climates supp lied at an extra coat. DR. SPARK 'S JJ _BER MBSICDS " G KORG E K KNNING , 16 and tog, Great Queer est., VV.C , THE CYCLOSTYLE CO, 3478NOW HILL , LONDON , E.C- CHARING -CROSS H OSPITAL has received a present of game from his Royal High- flDasonfc anb (Serteral XTiMn gs, ness the Prince of Wales. T HE D UKE AND DUCHESS OF YORK arrived at Penn House, Amersham, Bucks, on Monday evening on a visit to Earl and Countess Howe. RO UPERT MYTH Aldersgate-street, has been elected W.M. of the B . R S , Aldersgate T HE M ANSION H OUSE F IND for the relie f of the distress in the West Indies Lodge, No. 1C57. amounted to ,£43,600 on Thursday evening. THE RINCE ALES sent pheasants to St. Thomas' H.R.H. P or W his 40 s Hospital, B RO . THE D UKE AND DUCHESS OF D EVONSHIRE left Chatsworth on Monday for for the patients.' London. There will be theatrica l performances at Chatsworth on January 5th and Gth, BRO . EARI. AND COUNTESS CARRINGTON have returned to 50, Grosvenor-street, and a ball on January 12th. Lord and Lady Iveagh at Elveden , Thetford . from visiting B RO . LORD K ITCHENER OF K HARTOUM went to Windsor on Saturday last as the THERE WAS a Memoiial Setvice in the Chapel Royal, St. James's Palace, on guest of Ptince and Princess Christian cf Schleswig-Holstein atj Cumberland Lodge. Wednesday morning, at 12 o'clock, for thc late Lord Chamberlain , Bro. the Earl of His lordship returned to town on Monday. Lathom. ON T UESDAY Mrs. Keeley celebrated her 93rd birthday. At her home in Pelham- T HE LORD-LIEUTENANT OF I RELAND and Countess Cadogan, attended by Capt. crescent she received the congratulations of a considerable gathering of intimate Lord Athlumney, Aide-de-Camp in Waiting, left London on Monday night on their friends , vvho broug ht suilable offerings of (lowers and numerous tokens of affectionate return to Ireland. remembrance. H.R.H. THE PRINCESS OF W ALES has been graciously*-pleased to approve of the T HE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE will open the Victorhn Hospital, Kingston-on-Thames, nurses employed by the Soldiers' and Sailors' Families Association , being called after on Monday, the 12th prox. His Royal Highness will on that occasion receive the her Royal Highness, "The Alexandra Nurses." Honorary Freedom of the Borough , and be afterwards.entertained at a public luncheon by the Mayor, Dr. Finny. A LL DIFFICULTIES respecting Ihe Hooley plate at St. Paul s have been sah's- tactorily settled in an amicable manner. The cost of _ the gold communion service T HE QUEEN drove out on Monday afternoon , attended by Viscountess Downe and has been paid to the Official Receiver by donors vvho desire to remain anonymous. the Hon. Judith Harbord. Bro. Major-General Lord Kitchener arrived at the Castle, and vvas introduced to her Majesty 's presence by the Lord in Waiting, and the Oueen T HEIR R OYAL H IGHNESSES the Prince and Princess of Wales, and her Royal invested him vvith the Order of the Grand Cross of the Bath. ~ Highness Princess Victoria , attended by Miss Knollys, General Sir Dighton Probyn, Major-General Sir Arthur Ellis, and Bro. Sir Francis Knollys, were at the Church of St. THE GRAND DUKE AND G RAND DUCHESS SERGE OF R USSIA have concluded Mary Magdalene in thc Park at Sandringham, on Sunday morning last. theirjvisit to the Queen. Their Imperial Highnesses left the Castle shortly after 10 o'clock on Wednesday morning, and travelled by special train over the London and B RO .SIR H ENRY I RVINB , who is still at the Windsor Hotel , Glasgow, vvas able toget South-Western and Chatham and Dover Railways to Dover Admiralty Pier, whence they out of bed on Saturday last for the first time after his long illness, and vvas feelin? so prcceeded to the Continent. well that he had dinner in his sitting-room. On Sunday also, Sir Henry was up for a considerable part of the afternoon and evening, and found himself very much better. THE D UKE OF CAMBRIDGE has accepted an invitation to dine at the hall of the Middle Temple on Wednesday, the 14th prox. (the date having been altered from THE SILVER WEDDING of the Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Goth a (Duke of Edinburgh ) Friday, the gth), vvhen the Treasurer and Binchers will entertain the ollicers and is to be celebrated vvith due festivity on Januiry 23rd , 1835. The Emperor William members of the Inns of Court Rill:s. The corps has during the Volunteer year just has announced his intention of joinin g the circle of gussts, and it is stated that the ended considerably increased its previous totals of enrolled nun and efficients. Prince of Wales will also visit the Continent for the purpos; of taking part in so auspicious a ceremony. BRO . EARL CARRINGTON presided on Monday over one of the most interesting of the series of free lectures now being given at the Imperial Insti'ute. It was delivered T HE QUEEN gave a dinnerparty at Windsor Castle on Monday evening, it b'.inq- by Mr. F. Lambert, on the subject of the marvellous stalactite caves of New South the birthday of the Empress Frederic of Germany. Her Majesty's company, in adli- VVales. With the aid of a very perfect set of lantern slides the lecturer was enabled to tion to the Imperial and Royal guests, included Bro. General Lord Kitchener , Count give a large audience a vivid appreciation of the beauties and wonders of these tre- Hermann Hatzfeldt , Count Castell, Sir Frank Lascelles, and Lieutenant-Colonel Bro id- mendous caves. wood. The Oueen's visitors remained at the palace. L EEDS FESTIVAL .— At the final meeting of the committee of the Leeds Musical A SPECIAL MESSENGER arrived at Lathom House from Windsor, on Monday, Festival, held in the Lord Mayor 's room at Leeds on Tui s lay, the report and balance-she, t bearing a message of condolence from the Queen. It spoke of her Majesty 's deep vvas submitted and approved of. The total income from the festival was £11,490, the sorrow at the loss of her personal friend , the late Lord Chamberlain , and also expressed largest amount ever received, and there vvas a balance of £2138 for distributionjamongst her sympathy with the family in their bereavement. Bro. Lord Skelmersdale replied to the medical charities. A sum was also set aside for the formation of a permanent her Majesty, the answer being taken by the special messenger. orchestra in Leeds. T HE O UEEN went out on Saturday morning last, accompanied by her Royal High- THE Q UEEN was deeply grieved to receive the sad intelligence on Saturday last of ness Princess Henry of Battenberg, and her Majesty again drove out in the a rtern :>on , the death of Bro. the Earl of Lathom, Lord Chamberlain to the Queen. He had held accompanied by her Imperial Highness the Grand Duchess Serge, and attended by the that high and responsible office on three different occasions for 11 years, and had Hon. Mrs. Grant. Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaugh 1-, and previously served her Majesty as Lord in Waiting and Captain of the Yeomen of the the Princesses Margaret and Victoria Patricia, attenied by Bro. Colonel and the H >n, Guard . He was greatly respected and liked by her Majesty and the Royal Family, who Mrs. Egerton , arrived at the Castle. lose a faithful and trusted friend in him. M ASONS IN Edinburgh are arranging a production of Sydney Grundy s and Sir THE LORD LIEUTENANT OF I RELAND and Countess Cadogan arrived at the Arthur Sullivan 's Opera, " Haddon Hall ," which will be given in the Royal Lyceum Viceregal Lodge, Dublin , on Tuesday morning, from England. In the afternoon his Theatre, Edinburgh , on December 20th , 21st , 22nd , 23rd , and 24th , in aid of the Excellency prcceeded to Baron 's Court, as the guest of Bro. the Duke of Abercorn. His recently formed Metropolitan District BenevMent Fund , and tha Grand Master has lordship vvas escorted from the Viceregal Lodge to the station by a full mounted troop. given his sanction and patronage, and will , on the first night, be present w.th Lady On Thursday his Excellency travelled by special train fro m Newtown Stewart to Lon- Saltoun. The representation promises to be a very brilliant one. donderry for the purpose of unveiling a statue of the Oaeen in the Guildhall. T HK BAPTISM of the infant son of Bro. the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough EARL AND COUNTESS HOWE have been entertaining a large house party at their took place on Monday afternoon in the Chapel Royal , St, James's Palacc. _ The chan- Buckinghamshire residence, Penn House, Amersham , on the occasion of the visit of the cel vvas beautifull y decorated with flowers for the occasion. The sponsors included the Duke and Duchess of York , vvho arrived late on Monday night. Amongst the other Marquis Camden , the Marquis of Londonderry , and Mrs. Vanderbilt , who vvas repre- guests are Bro. the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Viscount and Viscountess Chelsea, sented by the Marchioness of Blandford , and Bro. the Duke and Duchess vvere among Lord and Lady Farquhar, Viscount and Viscountess Curzon , Sir Edward Sassoon , the the members of the family present. The child received the names of Ivor Charles. Portuguese Ministe r, and others. T HE R EV . R. H. HADDEN vvas instituted on Monday by the B!shop of London to THE T REASURER , Lord Davey, and the Benchers of Lincoln 's Inn entertained at the living of St. Mark's, North Audley-street. On Sunday next the new vicar will dinner on Tuesday evening, being Grand Day of Michaelmis Term, the Lord Chan- ** read himself in ," and on the following Sunday morning will hold his opening service. cellor (Bro. the Earl of Halsbury), the Speaker (Bro. Gull y, Q.C, M.P.), Bro. Sir J. Mr. Hadden will be much missed in the City, where he has nrnistered for nearl y 20 Mowbray , Bart., M.P., Bro . Justici Bruce, General Sir Evelyn Wood, Bro. Sir Thomas years, being for a considerable time curate to and intimate friend of the late Prebendiry Sutherland , General Gatacre, K.C.B., Sir Charles Hall, Q.C, M.P., Sir John Scott, Rogers, whose biogra phy he edited. Ever since he vvas President of the Oxfo rd Union Judge Stoner, and the Rev. Dr. Wace. A considerable number of the Benchers were Society Mr. Haddcn 's individuality has made him welcome everywhere. present, among them being the Lord Chief Justice ( Lord Russell of Killowen), Lord Hobhouse, Lord Grimthorpe , Lord Macnaghten , and Lord Justice Chitty. H ER M AJESTY is again conferring a unique distinction upon the Middlesex Needle- work Guild , by placing at the disposal of its President, the Duchess of Albany, a suite T HE S IRDAR has veiy kindly contributed to the specia l exhibition of relics of rooms at St. James's Palace in vvhich to hold the annual display of the clothing con- of the Battle of Omdurman , at the Museum of the Royal United Service Institution in tributed by its members for distribution amon g the poor . It is the fifth year that this Whitehall. The officers of the 21st Lancers, the 37th Field Battery Royal Artil'er/, notable privilege has been permitted , and hitherto the stately banqueting chamber, vvith the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards, and the ist Battalion Seaforth Highlanders have its stirring battle pictures, has been filled with the huge stacks of garments. The exhi- also given their assistance, with the result that a most interesting and extensive display bition, which will be arranged under the direction of the Duchess of Albany, will be held of relics ot the recent campaign in the Soudan are now exhibited for the first time. on the 29th and 30th instant, between the hours of 11.30 a.m. and. five p.m., and visitors The last exhibition associated with the campai gn in the Soudin vvas that of the Gordon will be admitted on presentation of their cards to the police officer on duty at the door, relics, which were lent by the officers of the Royal Engineers to the same Institution. or by signing their names and addresses in a book. N ATIONAL TOAST .—" Here's to John Bull, Pat and Sandy in Grant's Morella T HE CHARITIES COMMITTEE of the Provi nee of Durham intend to hold a festival Cherry Brandy," acknowledged by all to be delicious and comforting ; and well during the spring of 180,9, in aid of the F.ducation Fund and the Hudson Benevolent calculated by its soothing properties to make all parties vvork together for the benefit of Fund , the object being to obt ain a sum sufficient to raise the Education Fund to £3000 the nation. Sold everywhere. Also Grant's Cherry Whisky and Sloe Gin.—ADVT . invested , the balance to the Hudson Benevolent Fund. At the mee ing of the Provincial Grand Lodge at Barnard Castle the proposed feslival received a hearty approval , a sum U NDER ORDINARY circumstances the fact that the three leading ladies papers had of 200 guineas being voted towards it , supplemented by a sum of each an article last week on the beauty of crape and the circumstances of its being 50 guineas from fashionable material for mourning vvould strike one as strange. the Provincial Grand Master , and 25 guineas fro m Provincial Grand Chapter. Thc the The explanation , actual sum it is desired to raise is about £20:0. The matter is being heartily suppor 'ed however , is not far to seek. When H.R.H. the Princess of Wales recently returned from by membets of the Craft , many of whom are taking up the office of Festival Steward - . 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