CONTENTS. counties. There are few men living who have done better or more the Craft than Bro. KELLY, and the brethren of LEADERS 647 CORRESPONDENCE (Continued)— loyal service to Old Warrants.—Nos. XXX. & XXXI 648 Masonic Jurisprudence 657 Leicestershire and Rutland are conferring honour upon themselves by Notes on the Ceremony of Installation ... 649 An Old Masonic Song 65S Provincial Grand Lodge of Cnmberland Notes and Queries r>58 congratulating their able and genial Past Prov. Grand Master on Westmorland 630 R RPURTS OF M ASONIC -VU «TIN «>—, and ELLY 'S Supreme Grand Chapter 651 Craft Masonry 65S so eventful an anniversary. Bro. K services to his Province firand Lodge of Scotland 65t Instruction 660 have been of incalculable value, whether we regard him as a former ruler, Provincial Grand Mark Lodge of Cheshire 652 Roval Arch 661 Consecration of the Chorlton Mark Lodge, Instruction 661 as the promoter of its Charitable Association , in connection with the estab- No. 394 652 Mark Masonry 661 Consecration of Lod«e St. John , No. 2280, Ancient and Accepted Rite 661 lishment of the Masonic Hall in Leicester, or as the historian of its Free- Sangor, Bombay 6j2 Australia 661 masonry. He has distinguished himself in all the various capacities he Inauguration of a District Grand Chapter Centenary Festival of the Chapter of for Malta 653 Friendship, at Portsmouth 662 has been called upon to fill , and it would be difficult to mention any position United Grand Lodge of New South Wales 653 The Annual Banquet of the Constitutional of eminence in Craft, Arch, or Mark Masonry to which he has not been CORRESPONDENCE— L' dge of Instruction , No. Jj 665 Expulsion of a Scottish Brother 657 The Old Masonians 665 appointed. We cordially re-echo the good wishes which were expressed on Qualification of Candidates to the Masonic and General Tidings 663 " Masonic Schoo's 657 Lodge Meetings for Next Week 664 his behalf by his Leicestershire and Rutland brethren at the recent meeting of their Provincial Grand Lodge, and we trust it may be many, many THE public, from "J OHN O'GROATS to Land's End," years ere—to use a familiar yet expressive phrase—the place which this E P and veteran brother has so long and so abl a Scotti"sh have been full y inlormed as to the serious " Masonic Scandal " distinguished y filled in Free- Brother. at EcTmljiirgh, and the utmost publici ty has been given to a masonry shall " know him no more." * * matter, that according to our minds, and the usages and customs of the W E take an early opportunity of recognising the promptitude English Craft, would have been most rigidly kept as private as possible, The Canadian .. .., ,_ ,. r. r , , 1 , Invasion with which the Canadian Craftsman has endorsed our remarks and would not even have come before the Grand Lodge. In times gone on the recent wanton aggression by the Grand Chapter of by, when brethren have so far forgotten their obligations to due secrecy as Canada on the rights and privileges of the Grand Lodge and Chapter of to violate the laws of Freemasonry, an indefinite suspensio n , after due England in the Australasian colony of Victoria. As we pointed out in our trial before the " Board of General Purposes," has answered fully article condemning the establishment of two Canadian Royal Arch Chap- to mark the sense of the Craft of such flagrant and un-lvlasonic ters in the City of Melbourne, " it is difficult to imagine a more wanton, conduct. Of course, the defendant in such a case might have uncalled for, and graceless attack than this on the supremacy of our Grand appealed to the Grand Lodge, but no one in their senses would be so foolish , as the result would be expulsion, and all the particulars would become known Lodge and Chapter j and the Canadian Craftsman is ot opinion that the —to the greater punishment of the offender. The Board , if any report at language is none too strong, considering the enormity of the offence com- all , had to be made, would take care not to make it in the unfortunate mitted. It describes the said offence as " an invasion , pure and simple," and manner that the late escapade has been treated in Edinburgh. The misfor- adds that " a milder word would be entirely out of place." It further re- " Grand Committee " tune is that the of the Grand Lodge of Scotland is marks : " In the Colony of Victoria there are at least eleven English chap- required to regularly report all their transactions for the information and ters under the government of a District chapter, a fact that our leading approval or disapproval of Grand Lodge," so that the transactions of this body on the 25th October, respecting the serious irregularity^of one brother Royal Arch Masons should be conversant with. In addition to the English in particular, and also certain members of his lodge, were printed and cir- chapters, there are also Irish and Scotch chapters, so that our Canadian culated in the published report, No. 3, of the Proceedings for 1888, prior to companions not only planted their chapters in a colony already occupied , the meeting of the Grand Lodge, when the vote for expulsion was finally but where some of the chapters were organised under as distinctive a head agreed to. We cannot but think that the system adopted in this country as is allowed provincial chapters in England." It is, no doubt, an aggrava- is far preferable, and avoids undue publicity as to purely esoteric matters tion of the offence committed by Canada that English Royal Arch Masonry connected with the Craft, which, unless there is absolute need, should never in Victoria is already furnished with just such an organisation as is accorded on any account, in any way, appear in the columns of the public press. We to our own Provinces at home, and the Executive Officers of the Grand suggest that, unless an appeal be taken, the proceedings of the kind noted Chapter of Canada should have known this ; but, as our worthy contem- should never be mentioned beyond the circle of those composing the Grand porary very properly points out, the invasion must be condemned even less Committee of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and that the laws be altered on this account than for the injury it is certain to inflict on Freemasonry as accordingly. a body. It goes on to say : *' For a vast Brotherhood , scattered over the * * globe, there should be harmony, if that Brotherhood means anything or 0R * ihe Prov. Grand ^ many years past Freemasonry in the counties of Leicester- aims to accomplish a good purpose." But, " Can harmony exist, or Leicestersifire sn're anc» Rutland has been in a most flourishing condition. brotherly feeling be engendered, if studious efforts are continuously being and Rutland. i t ;s ri0t > perhaps, very strong in the number of its lodges, but made to bring about friction ? " This is strictly in accordance with the view those which have been established work well together, the brethren are we enunciated in our former article, when we pointed out that, " if this new departure is continued, there must be an end to all harmony among the actuated by a thoroughly loyal spirit, and there are skilled and veteran various Grand Lodges in the British Empire. It will be impossible for Craftsmen to guide the fortunes of the Society in this favoured Province. them to live on amicable terms with one another if every Grand Lodge to As a consequence, it invariably happens that when the annual meeting of which the Grand Lodges ol England, Ireland , and Scotland have conceded , ihe Provincial Grand Lodge comes round , as it did the other day at Oak- or may hereafter concede, independence is to be free to attack or ignore the ham, the reports which the different Executive Officers are called upon to rights and privileges of the latter." The lodges in our Colonies which 'ay before the brethren are, almost as a matter of course, satisfactory. The belong indifferently to the English , Irish , or Scotch systems have no funds seem to be always well administered, and there is generally a good difficulty in working side by side in the most complete harmony, such as account to render of the work done in aid of one or other of our principal has always prevailed among the parent Grand Lodges of the United King- Charitable Institutions, a special effort having been made during the year dom. It is difficult for the American Grand Lodges, with now concluded in order that the Province might enter a more successful their elaborate codes of laws about matters which never con- appearance than usual at the Centenary Festival of the Girls' School, when cern us here, to understand the secret of this harmony, but it exists it fi gured for contributions amounting in the aggregate to upwards of nevertheless, and is likely to exist, in all Colonies and Dependencies A> ooo. Unfortunately, the Prov. G. Master—Bro. the Earl FERRERS—was of the British Crown which are, Masonically, connected, as now, with the detained from the meeting, and so missed hearing the very glowing accounts Mother Country. But we have an illustration in the Anglo-Quebec difficulty which were given of the progress made by the Province during the year, of the discords which are certain to ensue if the other Grand Lodges in the and which it would have afforded him so much pleasure to hear. But his British Empire which have sprung from the Grand Lodges of England , place was ably filled by his Deputy, Bro. S. S. PARTRIDGE , and under his Ireland, and Scotland should ever have conceded to them the right to ab 'e presidency everything passed off most satisfactorily, one circumstance, establish lodges outside the limits of their respective territorial jurisdictions. which was made the subject of a special resolution , very properly attracting What kind or degree of harmony would be likely to prevail among the lodges 0 'tself a considerable share of attention. This event was the approaching of half-a-dozen different systems working within a stone's tnrow of each jubilee of the initiation into Freemasonry of that most able and experienced other, especially when it is known that the laws which govern one half of 0 Masonic veterans, Bro. W ILLIAM KELLY, who for some two or three years those systems have been in very many things essential compiled in a .Vas Provincial Grand Master and who still presides as Grand Super- different spirit from the laws which govern the other half , and are intended indent of the Royal Arch Masons in the Province, and as head of the to promote or prevent objects to which the other half of the systems have ark Master Masons in Leicestershire and sundry of the adjoining ever shown themselves indifferent ? However, as we said in our former article on this Canadian invasion of Victoria, let us hope the Grand Chapter OLD WARRANTS—Nos. XXX & XXXI. of Canada will have the grace to retire its warrants, and thus put an end The series of old " Warrants," especiall those relating to difficulty which is entirely of its own creation. In the meantime, our y Ireland will to a soon be exhausted. I am, however, agreeably surprised to receive Canadian Craftsman for the readiness with which it from Dr thanks are due to the F. C. Crossle, Prov. G. Sec, Co. Down, some important additions it has thereby exhibited ju S[ has supported our contention and the determination when it seemed the " end of the tunnel " was reached. The one of branch or A.D . to prefer the welfare of the whole Cralt to that of any particular 1737 is valuable, and so also is that of No. 447 of A.D. 1766 , the latter section . because of the name of the Grand Master. To conclude this article I give the roll of Grand Masters, omitting those that are apocryphal 1174 to 1517 from the Calendar of the Grand Lodge of Ireland for 1886, which WE have read with considerable interest a letter addressed by should be compared with the list printed from the by-laws of North Munster of Questionable R.w. Bro. W. T. CRAWFORD, Prov. Grand M aster of South A D and on the whole matter being threshed out, I hope to furnish Advice. " . . . 1847, a Australia, under the Irish Constitution , to his Deputy, Bro. correct list, as far as possible, of Grand Masters for Ireland, based upon actual documents. W. J. HUGHAN. J. PENN BOUCAUT , and to be read by the latter in open lodge to the mem- which is the only lodge bers of the Duke of Leinster Lodge, No. 363 (I.C.), COPY (BY DR . CROSSLE) OF N O. 77, OF A .D. 1737. in South Australia that has not seen fit to join the new order of things, Tyrone By the Right Worshipful, and Right Honourable * Lord Visct. Brenan , TYRONE Grand Master of all the Lod ges of Free-Masons in preferring to remain in its old allegiance to the Grand Lodge of Ireland, Jas. the D.G.M. Kingdom of IRELAND ; the Rt. Worshipful James Brenan, M.D., from which it derives its constitution , to casting in its lot with the lodges Cor. Callaghan, Deputy Grand Master, the Worshipful Cornelhts Callaghan, Junr.' Esqr., and Putland ESQ Grand Wardens. and Junr. John ., under the Grand Lodge of South Australia. The letter is a long one, John Putland. W HKREAS our Trusty and Well - beloved Brothers Wm. Ponder has evidently been compiled with great care. It expresses many sentiments Mastr, James Hollyman & John Ard Wardens have besought Us that We would be pleased to erect a Lodge of Free- M asons, in which cannot fail to excite our most respectful admiration , yet the advice it , the Town of Newry in ihe County of Down, of such Persons, who by s v their Knowled ge to remain firm to their ge and Skill in Masonry, may contribute to the Well-being tenders to the brethren of the Duke of Leinster Lod / \ and Advancement thereof. We therefore duly weighing the Pre- present allegiance to the Grand Lodge of Ireland is of a questionable I Seal I ralsses > and having nothing more at Heart, than the Prosperity and \ j true Advancement of Masonry, and reposing special Trust and Con- character, and we consider Bro. C RAWFORD would have done Freemasonry \ / fidence in our Trusty and Well - beloved Brothers, the said Wm. S in South Australia a greater and more important service had he contented Ponder Mastr., James Hollyman & John Ard Wardens, of whose Abilities and knowledge in Masonry, we are satisfied ; Do , by these himself with advising the brethren he was addressing as to the conduct it PRESENTS, of Our certain Knowledge and meer Motion, Nomi- nate, Create, Authorize, and Constitute the said Wm. Pon der, would be their duty to observe so long as they remained under the banner James Hollyman & John Ard, to be Master and Wardens of Ireland. Nothing, for instance, could be in better taste, or more in con- of a Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, to be held by them and thei r Successors lawfull y admitted in the said Lodge, for ever. AND sonance with those feelings of mutual respect and goodwill which should No. 77. we do hereby Give and Grant unto the said Wm. Ponder Mastr., James Hollyman & John Ard Wardens, and their Successors, full always prevail among Masons, whether of the same or of different Con- Power and lawful Authority, from Time to Time, to proceed to Election stitutions, than the passage in this letter in which, after pointing out of a new Master and Wardens, to make such Laws, Rules and Orders, that the Grand Lod ge of Australia has been " duly recognised as they from Time to Time shall think Proper and Convenient for the Well-being and Ordering of the said Lodge ; reserving to Our Selves by the Most Worshipful the Grand Lodge of Ireland and the and Our Successors, Grand Masters or Grand Wardens of IKELAND , other Home and Foreign Grand Lodges, and that it is supreme the sole Right of deciding all Differences which shall be brought by in all Masonic matters in South Australia except onl Appeal before Us, and our Successors, Grand Masters or Grand , y such as appertain Wardens of IRELAND. In W ITNESS whereof , We have hereunto set to your lodge." Bro. CRAWFORD goes on to say—" You will, therefore , pay Our Hands and Seal of Office this 2"]th Day of December in the to the M OST W ORSHIPFUL G RAND MASTER of SOUTH AUSTRALIA, and the Year of our Lord God, 1737, and in the Year of Masonry, 5737. OHN PKNNELL , Sec. officers of his Grand Lodge, the utmost respect, and show them on all J occasions the utmost consideration ; and you will, should they ever favour COPY OF No. 447, A.D. 1766. you with a visit, receive them with all Masonic honour, reserving, of course, Cavan, G.M. By the Right Worshipful and Right Hon. the Earl of Cavan, your right, whenever occasion makes it requisite, to have your lodge con- H. W. Waring, Grand Master of all the Lodges of Freemasons in the Kingdom D.G.M. of Ireland, the Worshi pful H. W. Waring, Esq., Deputy Grand fined to members of your own body only." And again—" You will pay all Master, the Worshipful George Hart and Peter Latouche, Esqs,, respect to the subordinate lod ges of the sister Constitution and the members Grand Wardens. Whereas our Trusty and Well-beloved Brothers Samuel McMahon, James Wallace, thereof, and receive them in due course, subject, as before mentioned , to and Samuel Frederick have besought us that we would be pleased to erect a Lodge of your right of private meeting when necessary." At the same time, Bro. Free Masons in the Town of Newtow n Clonuboys, County Down, of such persons by CRAWFORD, while urging upon them to give every respect and considera- their knowledge and skill in Masonry may contribute to the Well-being and Advance- ment thereof , We therefore duly weighing premisses and having nothing more at heart tion to members of the South Australian Constitution , impresses upon them than the prosperity and true advancement of Masonry And reposing special trust and "to none the lessguardand uphold" theirown " rights and privileges. " Up confidence in our trusty and Well-beloved Brothers the said Samuel McMahon , James to this point we have no difficult Wallace, and Samuel Frederick, of whose Abilities and Knowledge in Masonry We are y in agreeing with Bro. CRAWFORD, but, with satisfied , Do by these Presents of our certain Knowled ge in Ma-onry and Meer Motion all due respect , we consider him an unwise counsellor when, a little later on , Nominate, Create, Authorize , and Constitute the said Samuel McMahon , James he adds : " I strong ly counsel you to adhere to your parent Constitution , and Wallace, and Samuel Frederick to be Master and Wardens of a Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons, to be held by them, and their successors laivrully admitted , in the to continue to work under the Most Worship ful the Grand Lodge of Ire- said Lodge for ever, And we do hereby give and grant unto the said Samuel McMahon land." No doubt he gives reasons in behalf of the advice thus tendered ; James Wallace and Samuel Frederick and their successors full povver and lawful authority from time to time to proceed to Election of a new Master and Wardens, to but some of these appear to us to be extremely frivolous—as, for instance, make such Laws Rules and Orders as they from time to time shall think proper ami that the lod ge " will form a link between the old and the new Grand Convenient, for the well-being and ordering of the Said Lodge reierving to ourselves Lodges," which does not strike us as being an advantage to and our successors Grand Masters and Grand Wardens of Ireland the sole right of anybody ; deciding all differences which shall be brought by Appeal before us and our successors while upon others, as they relate to the private affairs of the lodge, we can Grand Masters or Grand Wardens of Ireland. In Witness whereof we have hereunto pretend to form no op inion whatever. We fully recognise that the Duke of set our Hands and Seal of Office, this Sixth of November in the year of our Lord God 17 66, and in the Year of Masonry 5766. Leinster Lodge, No. 363, is acting within its right in holding aloof from Entered by me, the Grand Lodge of South Australia, and remaining by preference in its old JNO. CALDER, Secty. allegiance to the Grand Lodge of Ireland; and we dare say it will [Transcribed by Bro. Jno. Pook, Sec. 447.] not be difficult for its members to work side by side with their South Australian brethren in a sp irit of the most complete R OLL OF G RAND MASTERS OF I RELAND, G.L. CALENDAR, 1886. harmony. It may be also that the reasons which relate to the Alfred 1726 , Colonel the Hon. James O'Brien , M.P. James, 4th Baron Kingston, also Grand Master of England. Masonic Hall, and on which , as we have said, we offer no opinion 1729, , are of 1 710 , Colonel William Maynard . paramount importance, and fully justify the course pursued by the lodge, 1732, Nicholas, 5th Viscount Netterville. th Viscount Kingsland. in retaining its old status. But it strikes us as being the height of un- 1733) Henry, 4 173 6, Marcus, ist Viscount Tyrone. wisdom for any one to advise a single lodge, or even half a dozen lodges, to 1738, William, 3rd Viscount Mountjoy, subsequently ist Earl of Blessington. hold aloof from a movement which has achieved its purpose by legitimate 1740 , Arthur, 3rd Viscount Doneraile. constitutional methods. An overwhelming 174 1, Charles, 2nd Baron Tullamore. majority of the South Australian 1743, Thomas, 2nd Baron Southwell. brethren have determined that it is better they should have an independent 1744, John, 3rd Viscount Allen. Grand Lod ge of their own than remain under their old Constitutions, and 1747, Sir Marmaduke Wyville, 6th Baronet . 1749, Robert, ist Baron Kingsboroug h. though, as we have said, the minority are exercising no more than their just 1753, Hon. Thomas Southwell. right m remaining as they have been always—alodge underthe Irish Constitu- 1757, Brinsley, Lord Newtownbutler , subsequently 2nd Earl of Lanesborough. tion ; yet it is manifestl 175S, Charles, 6th Earl of Drogheda, K. St. P. y to the advantage of Freemasonry that the Grand 1761, Sir Edward King, Bart., subsequentl y ist Earl of Kingston, and again Grand Lodge of South Australia should be the one and only Supreme Masonic Master. Authority in that Colony. 1764, Thomas, 6th Earl of Westmeath, K. St. P. 1768 , Ford, 5th Earl of Cavan. 1771, William, Marquess of Kildare (first time). 1773, Randal, Viscount Dunluce, subsequently 6th Earl of Antrim (first time). H ARRIS, T HADDEUS M., THE R EV., D.D.—Was an American brother and 1777, Garrett, ist Earl of Mornington , father of the Duke of Wellington. writer of some pretensions, and was born in 1778, William, 2nd Duke of Leinster, K. St. P. (second time). , 1767, and died in 1S48. He Grand was Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, and had been 1779, Randall, 6th Earl and subsequently Marquess of Antrim (second time); also corresponding Grand Secretary, and also Master of England. Deputy Grand Master. His first 1752 , Richard , 2nd Earl of Mornington, K.G., K. St. P., subsequently, when Marqiess work was the editing the Constitutions of the ancient and honourable of Wellesley, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. Fraternity of Freemasons, at Worcester, Mass., 1702. of which we have a 1753, Robert, ist Baron Muskerry. copy ot the second edition for 179 8. His volume of '* Masonic Discourses," 17S5, Arthur, Viscount Kilwarlin , subsequently 2nd Marquess of Downshire. published in 1801, is a very interesting and very readable production. His 17S7, Francis, 2nd Viscount Glerawley. 1789, General Richard, 2nd Baron , and subsequentl hmore. addresses as Grand Chaplain are also much prized , Mackey tells us, in y ist Earl of Donnoug America, thoug h we have onl 1813, Augustus, 3rd Duke of Leinster. y seen the volume of " Discourses " for 1801. 1874, James, ist Duke of Abercorn. He was a zealous Mason , and an able and learned writer.—Kenning' s as Cyclopaedia of Freemasonry. * Words in italics denote those that are written, the remainder being printed) usual. NOTES ON THE CEREMONY OF INSTALLATION. "AUGUSTUS FREDERICK G.M. W ITNESS, EDWARD G.M. To ALL AND EVERY OUR RlGHT WORSHIPFUL, WORSHIPFUL AND LOVING BRETHREN W E AUGUSTUS FREDERICK DUKE BY BRO. H. SADLER. OF SUSSEX, EARL OF I NVERNESS, BARON OF ARKLOW , (Continuedfro m page 642). . PRINCE OF BRUNSWICK LUNENBURG, K NIGHT C OMPANION ' The fi rst meeting under this Warrant was on the 2ist November, 1809, 0 OF THE M OST NOBLE O RDER OF THE GARTER, &C &C &C . GRAND M ASTER when it was " Resolved that this Lodge be called ' The Special Lodge of OF THE M OST ANCIENT AND H ONORABLE S OCIETY OF FREE AND Promulgation.' " Twenty-five new members were elected at this meeting, A CCEPTED MASONS UNDER THE CONSTITUTION OF ENGLAND who appear to have been chosen from the most distinguished brethren of SEND GREETING the " Modern " society, including the Duke of Sussex and several Provincial KNOW YE that We in pursuance of a Resolution of our Grand Lodge Grand Masters. At the next meeting, on the ist of December following, holden on Wednesday the firs t day of December instant and of tne great the lodge commenced operations in earnest. " Br. C. Bonnor (S.W. and confidence reposed in our Trusty and well beloved Brethren , The Reverend Acting Master elect of the Lodge of Antiquity, No. 1), was appointed Samuel Hemming, D.D., William Meyrick , William Shadbolt, Lawrence Secretary ." . . . " Br. Bayford , Grand Treasurer, defined the obvious Thompson , Joseph Jones, J. H. Sarratt, Thomas Bell, James Joyce, and hen which the duties imposed Warrant was to be Step Jones respectively Masters or Past Masters of regular Lodges do view in upon the Lodge by the hereby authorise and empower the said Brethren together with William considered , and invited a special attention in the fi rst instance to the ascer- Henry White also a Past Master, as Secretary, to hold a Lodge of Free taining what were the Ancient Landmarks which they were required to and Accepted Masons in and adjacent to the Cities of London and West- restore. At the request of the R.W.M., he stated clearly and explicitly minster to be called the LODGE OF R ECONCILIATION, and We appoint the the princi pal points of variation between the Ancient and the Modern said Samuel Hemming to preside as Master, William Meyrick as his Senior practice in the several Degrees of the Order, and concluded by referring to Warden , and William Shadbol t as his Junior Warden , and when so con- stituted with power to meet unite and incorporate themselves with a Lod ge Br. Bonnor for a more detailed explanation of the precise forms adherdS to of equal numbers to be constituted and appointed by His R OYAL H IGHNESS in the Ancient Practice : whereupon, in obedience to the commands of the EDWA RD DUKE OF KENT &C. &C . &c. G RAND M ASTER of M ASONS R. W.M., Br. Bonnor proceeded to an accurate descri ption and recitation of according to the Old Institutions contained and set forth in Articles 4 and the Ancient Practice (as adhered to in the lodge of which he is a member) 15 of a certain Instrument bearing date the 25th of November last entitled in the several ceremonies of opening and closing the Lodge in the first , " Articles of Union between the two Grand Lodges of England" and which second, and third Degrees, and likewise in the mode prescribed and prac- Instrumen t was solemnly ratified and confirmed by the said two Grand Lodges on Wednesday the ist of December instant, And it is our pleasure several ticed for communicating and receiving the particular secrets in those that three of our Grand Officers do attend the meeting of the said Lodge Degrees which constitute the Ancient Landmarks in Question. A genera l so that one at least shall always be present to countenance and assist in the anxiety to ascertain by every possible means the most ample and authentic same. And the Breth ren thereof are desired to make a return to us of all sources of Information on a subject so important, led to a series of animated their proceedings from time to time in discharge of this important Duty. discussions, which was protracted till half-past twelve o'Clock, when the GIVEN under our Hand and the Seal of our Gran d Lodge in London the seventh day of December in the year of our Lord and Lodge was closed in due form, and the Meeting adjourned to Friday next, , 1813, of Masonry, 813. 'clock precisel " 5 at seven o y. By Command of the M.W. Grand Master, It is not my present purpose to describe in detail the various transac- D.G.M. tions of this lod ge, as they have no reference to the Installation ceremony William H. White, G.S." until the 19th October, 1810. I may, however, remark that the members It. is not unlikel y that a Warrant of a similar character to the foregoing appear to have had some difficulty in deciding what were to be considered was issued by the Duke of Kent to certain members of the section of the the " Ancient Landmarks of the Order," but after having availed themselves Order of which he was the head ; but, up to now, I have not been so of the assistance of a deserter from the opposite body, they made better fortunate as to get a sight of such a document.* The brethren selected for the important duty of arranging the future ceremonies of the English progress, and on the date last mentioned it was " Resolved that it appears Craft were evidently not ignorant of the value of time, tor they commenced to this Lodge, that the ceremony of Installation of Masters of Lodges is one their labours on the very day the Warrant was dated, and afterwards, for of the two Landmarks of the Craft, and ought to be observed. several months, only allowed themselves an interval of a few days between Resolved that it be referred to those members of this Lodge who are their meetings. Installed Masters, to Install the R.VV.M. of this Lodge, and under his I need not here pause to dwell upon the peculiar nature and the diffi- direction take such measures as may appear necessary for installing Masters culties of the task these worthy brethren had undertaken ; these will be readily seen after a moment's thought; but I cannot refrain from iving of the Lodges." It is not stated what the other Landmark was considered g expression to a tribute of gratitude and admiration for the truly Masonic to be. Sixteen members attended the next meeting, only four of whom spirit by which they were undoubtedl y animated in the performance of appear to have been regularly installed, although they are, with one their trust, enabling them to transmit to their posterity the beautiful system exception , represented as Masters of lod ges ; three out of the four were of Freemasonry which it should be our pride and earnest endeavour to members of the Lodge of Antiquity, and the other was Thomas Carr, hand down to our successors pure and unsullied as received by us. Master of No. 30. When the members of the lodge had agreed amongst themselves with more or less unanimity, as to the ceremonies, numerous meetings were held As an examp le of the laxity of the times (Masonically speaking) I may for the purpose of instructing the Craft generally, and those meetings were mention that this brother, although appointed by the Grand Master one of attended by brethren from all parts of the kingdom. No pains appear to the original members of the Lodge of Promulgation , was not registered in have been spared in order to arrive at a satisfactory conclusion , and it was the Grand Lodge Book as a member of the lod ge of which he is described as not till the 20th May, 1816, that the ceremonies decided upon were rehearsed Master. At the next meeting a Board of Installed Masters was formed for the approval of the United Grand Lodge, as the following extracts f om the records will show :— and the R.W.M. and the other members of the lod ge were regularly Grand Master stated that he hid convened this special installed "The M.W. , and in order to enable the Masters of the various lodges to attend Grand Lod ge that the Lodge of Reconciliation might exhibit and explain for the same purpose, the Grand Master, at the request of the members, to the brethren the result of their arrangements made pursuant to the renewed the powers of the Lodge of Promulgation for two months beyond directions contained in the 4th and 5th Articles of the Act of Union . the period for which the Warrant was ori ginall y granted. The Masters of That it was not His Royal Highness's intention that any discussion should all the lod ges in London and its vicinity, under the " Moderns," were this day take place as to those arrangements, but that at the Quarterly of next month he should submit them for the summoned to attend , and any Master or other brother presenting Communication on the 5th himself inion and sanction of the Grand Lod so that the Brethren mi ht in with op ge, g a certificate from his lodge of his having served the office of Warden and the interim have an opportunity of giving them due consideration. been duly elected to that of Master, was then and there regularly installed, The Officers and Members of the Lodge of Reconciliation then opened as also were many Provincial Grand Masters, as well as the Earl of Moira, a Lodge in the First, Second, and Third Degrees successively, and exhibited the Acting Grand Master, himself, who had filled the high office from the the ceremonies of initiating, passing, and raising a Mason as proposed by practice in the Craft. year 1790. The Lodge of Promulgation finished its labours, or, to be quite them for general adoptron and These Ceremonies being ended, the Grand Lodge was closed in ample correct, the minutes end 1 11 , on the 5th of March , 8 , but as the lodge is Form, and with solemn prayer, and adjourned ." stated to have been " then closed in due form and adjourned ," it is possible Grand Lodge Minutes, 5th June, 1S16. that another meeting was held, if so, it was not recorded in the minute book; " The Minutes of the Grand Lodge, on the 20th May last, when the Cere- the Acting Grand Master declined to accede to a numerously-signed peti- monies and Practices recommended by the Lodge of Reconciliation were hon for a further extension of its powers for twelve months, being probably exhibited and explained, were Read ; and, alterations on two points , in the u "der the impression that it had already Third Degree, having been resolved upon , the several . Ceremonies, &c, answered the purpose for which the " Warrant recommended were approved and confirmed. was issued, as at the time active preparations were going on with It would appear from these extracts that the Installation of Master was a view of uniting the two rival Grand Lod ges. not included in the ceremonies arranged by the Lodge of Reconciliation. It As is generall y known to readers of our history, the "glorious union " is not unlikel that the brethren found quite enoug h to do in arrang ing Was celebrated in y and Freemasons' Hall with much sp lendour and rejoicing on settling the other matters ; or it is possible that , having been so the 27th December recently , 1813 (a preliminary meeting to ratif y the Convention promul gated, it was not deemed advisable to re-open the subject. Before Jiving taken place on the 1st of that month), and , in conformity with the concluding my remarKS on this lodge, I will mention one or two circum- Articles of Union " , an equal number of brethren were selected from the stances in connection with it not generally known. Besides the orig inal two Fraternities for the purpose of effecting an uniformity of ritual , and members, whose names are g iven by Bro. Hughan in his Memorials of the arranging the future ceremonies of the Craft. According ly, a Warrant Union, nine other brethren were appointed by the Grand Master in Decem- bearing date December si 7th , 1813, gned by the Duke of Sussex, Grand ber, 1814, to fill up vacancies which , from a variety of causes had occurred ter of the " Moderns) " and witnessed b , M y the Duke of Kent, Grand since the formation of the lodge ; they were— faster of the " Ancients," was issued for a lodge to be called the Lodge Reconciliation R. L. Percy, W.M. Emulation Lodge, No. 22, now No. 21 , probabl y the only Masonic Warrant in existence bearing Phili Broadfoot , P.M. No. 81 (now No. 'he sign manual p 3 217), Princi pal Founder and, of two Royal Grand Masters. supporter , for many years, of the Stability Lodge of Instruction. the best of my belief , this uni t )j° que document has not hitherto been open Thomas Satterley, P.M. of No. 308, now No. 185, in which lodge he the inspection of brethren of the present generation. I will therefore give , , was initiated in 1807, was appointed G. Sword Bearer of the United Grand a transcri pt of it, not only for the benefit of such as may be interested lts h;J . perusal, but also to preserve from oblivion so important a link in the "istorical * Memorials of the Masonic Union, by W. J. Hughan, contains the Articles of chain of our Order. Union and the names of all the original members of the Lodge of Reconciliation. office after the Union ; he was Usher, ; H. D. Cook Chapter in 1817, being the first to hold that 1073 , 119 ; and L. Taylor, 872, played a beautifui also a P.M. of the Gihon Lodge, No. 49; his name is in the Grand Lod ge selection of music during the ceremony of uncovering the board, whilp register as a member of that lodge down to 1S63. I can find no record of his the D.P.G.M., assisted by Bros. Col. F. R. Sewell , J. Nicholson , G. \y death , so for aught I know to the contrary, he may still be amongst us. Kenworth y, and the Rev. J. N. Hoare, applied the elements of consecra- The Gihon Lodge is particularly fortunate in possessing an excellent life- tion—the corn , wine and oil. " size portrait of this venerable and worthy brother, which can be seen in one The PRESIDING G RAND O FFICER then, with all solemnity, declared the of the rooms at Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street. Eden Lodge, No. 22S5 on the roll of the Grand Lodge, to be duly conse- from Willam Jordan , P.M., No. 383, now the Jordon Lodge, No. 201, crated and dedicated to Masonry, and he hoped in the future to hear well of whom the lodge probably took its name, as I find from Lane's Masonic the lodge, that no unpleasantness would ever arise to mar their progress Records, it was not named till 1816. Rev. H. I. Knapp, P.M. of and he wished Bro. Thompson, W.M. designate, and his ' officers " ' every the Albion Lodge; No. 9, Grand Chaplain in 1814, 1816, and 1S17. ; prosperity. • ^ Thomas Harland , W.M. of No. 301 ; James Agar, President of Bro. Geo. J. McKay, P.G. Sec, was next invited to the chair, and Bro the Board of General Purposes in 1816 ; William Williams, P.G.M. of G. W. Kenworthy presented the W.M.- designate to receive the benefit of Dorsetshire, compiler of the first Constitutions after the Union, whose installation , and he was installed and proclaimed in the presence of seventy portrait hangs in the Grand Officers' room at Freemasons' Hall, an engrav- Past Masters, and the following invested as officers : Bros. J. Jenkinson ing from the original in the Masonic Hall, Weymouth ; and Thomas S.W. ; J. Fletcher, J.W. ; A. W. Turner, Sec; R. Makemson , S.D. • Harper, Past Deputy Grand Master of the " Ancients," a distinguished J. Warwick, J.D. ; T. Casson , Treas; ; and Wm. Whitehead , Tyler. veteran , some particulars of whose Masonic career may be found in Masonic The following brethren were proposed and unanimously approved of as Facts and Fictions- In order to avoid the risk of being thought tedious, I honorary members of the new lodge, viz. ; Bros. L. F. B. Dykes, Col. F refrain from entering into details of the Masonic standingand qualifications R. Sewell, G. W. Kenworth y, J. Nicholson, G. J. McKay, and Geo. of the original members, but I may safely say that those additional brethren Dalrymple. are a fair sample of the whole lodge. Another fact new to me, and possibly Two candidates were proposed for initiation , and three joining members. so to others, I think is worthy of notice. Bro. J. C. T HOMPSON moved a vote of thanks to Bro. Dykes and the I gather from the draft of a document in the form of a Warrant, and in other brethren that assisted at the consecra tion ceremony. the handwriting of W. H. White, one of the Grand Secretaries ; that after Bro. EDEN seconded the motion , which was carried. the Lod ge of Reconciliation had decided upon the future ceremonies, and Bro. THOMPSON , W.M., proposed a vote of thanks to Bros. McKay, held numerous meetings for the purposes of instruction on the Grand Kenworthy, and Dalrymple for their services at the installation ceremony' Ledge premises, their powers were extended to the visitation of the lodges which was passed unanimously. in the London district, in parties, in order to see for themselves that the " Hearty good wishes " were given to the newly-installed Master, and recognised forms and ceremonies were being practised, and to render the lodge was closed. assistance to those who had not attained proficiency. The D.P.G.M. and the Present and Past Provincial Grand Officers (To be continued). retired for a short time to the Charity Committee, when one girl was adopted as a candidate, and other general business transacted. During their absence, the Eden Lodge was opened to receive them on PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF CUMBERLAND their return, when they were reported , and saluted according to rank. AND WESTMORLAND , Provincial Grand Lodge was then opened by Bro. L. F. B. Dykes P.G.D. Eng., D.P.G.M., with Bros. Col. F. R. Sewell. P.M. 1002 , P.P S.G.W., as D.P.G.M. ; Kenworthy, as P.S.G.W. ; and Wm. Pagen, The annual meeting of the above Provincial Grand Lod ge was held at P.M. 119, P.J.G.W. the Green Dragon Hotel , Portland-square, Workington, on Tuesday, the The minutes of the last half-yearly meeting, held at Carlisle, were read 30th ult., when , in the absence of the P.G.M., Bro. L. F. B. Dykes, P.G.D. and confirmed. The PROV . ASST . G RAND SECRETARY of England and D.P.G.M., presided. Taking into consideration the state read the report from the Charity Committee, which was adopted. of the weather, there was a good muster from all parts of the province, and The Treasurer's statement of accounts was unanimously passed, and the D.P.G.M. was reported and saluted, when he announced to the brethren showed the province to be perfectly sound, with a good balance to its credit. that the ceremonies to be performed were considerably more than we had A general report of the province was read, and spoken to at length by been accustomed to, namely : A new lodge to be named the Eden, No. the P.u. SECRETARY , giving the number of votes held for each Institution , and the membershi 2285, to be consecrated , and the chief corner-stone to lay with Masonic p, which showed a small decrease. An allusion was also briefly made to a lew irregularities that had taken ceremonial of the Workington Parish Church (St. Michael's.) place. A few improve- ments were suggested, which were highly commended by the Grand Officer The following brethren were then appointed to fill the various chairs to in the chair. assist in the ceremony of consecration , viz. ; Bros. Col. F. R. Sewell , P.M. The Prov. G. Officers for the ensuing year were invested as follows : 1002, P.P.S.G.W., as S.G.W. ; J. Nicholson , P.M. 371, P.P.S.G.W., as Bro. Dr. Chas. Gore Ring, P.M. 1073 ...... Prov. S.G.W. J.G.W.; Rev. J. N. Hoare, P.M. 1073, P.G. Chap. ; J. G. Gandy, P.M. „ Wm. Carlyle, P.M. 1400...... Prov. J.G.W. 12 P.G. Reg. ; Geo. J. McKay, P.M. 129, P.G. Sec. ; J. Hall, P.M. „ Rev. R. D. Rawnsley, 1073 ...... Prov. G. Chap. 9, „ R. J. Nelson, P.M. 129 (elected) ...... Prov. G. Treas. P.S.G.D. ; G. G. Glen , P.M. 1400 , P.J.G.D.; Geo. Dalrymple, 1073, „ H. Moser, P.M. 120 ...... Prov. G. Res?. P.M. 872 , P.P.J.G.W., as P.G.D.C ; J. Huddleston , P.M. 872, P.A.G. D. „ Geo. J. McKay, P.M. 129 (re-appointed) ... Prov. G. Sec. of C; Thos. Brakenrid ge, P.M. 872 , P.G. Std. Br. ; E. B. Penrice, „ Dr. Jas. J. Lace, P.M. 1660 ...... Prov. S.G.D. P.M. 371, P.G. Std. Br. ; G. P. Abraham , 1073, P.G. Org. ; H. Court, „ Dr. Geo. Calderwood, P.M. 1267 ...... Prov. J.G.D. P.M. 310, P.G. Purst. ; William Middleton , P.M. 129, P.A.G. Sec ; „ J. Eden , P.M. 962 ...... Prov. G.S. of W. „ G. Dalrvmole. P.M. 872 ... Prrw. fi.D.nf C. Thos. Studholme, P.M. 119, P.A.G. Purst. ; J. Eden, P.M., 962, P.G. „ W. D. P. Field , VV.M. 872 Prov. A.G.D.C. Dr. I. Lace, P.M. 1660, P.G. Stwd. ; Fidler, P.M. 1002 ...... Stwd. ; J. J. , „ Chas. E. Paget, P.M. 1074 ...... Prov. G.S.B. P.G. Stwd. ; J.T. Bownas, P.M. 1390, P.G. Stwd.; M. C. Williams, )> Wilson , P.M. 1267 ... J-J- ...... ) Prov.n G.,- Std.c J Brs.D P.G. Stwd. ; and Thos. Richardson , Tyler, 119, P.G. Tyler. ,, J. Jenkinson , S.W. 2285 ;;; j The following brethren were also present to witness the ceremony : „ H. D. Cook , Org. 119 ...... Prov. G. Org. Bros. G. W. Kenworthy, P.M. 119, P.P.S.G.W. ; J. Barr, P.M. 119, P.P.S.G.W. ; „ I. Allinson , W.M. 119 ...... Prov. G. Purst. Rev. Jas. Anderson , P.P.G. Chap. ; Wm. Pagen, P.M., P.J.G.W. ; W. C. Johns, „ H. Ward, P.M. 1989 ...... Prov. A.G. Purst. P.M. ; Thos. Allinson , W.M. 119; W. J. Tyson, Dr. Charles, J. Harris , J. Thompson, „ W. Middleton , 129 ...... Prov. A.G. Sec. J.D. ; D. H. Cook, Org. ; Robt. Miller, John Atkinson, Spencer Broadbent , Sec. „ Dr. C. McKerrow, W.M. 962 ... .„-) no; J. Moffatr , J. Musgrave, W. Court, P.M. 310, P.P.G.D.C ; Cook, P.M.; „ H. Ormiston , 310 Jas. Ga rdiner , P.M. , P.P.G. Reg. ; Thos. Mandle , P.M., P.P.G.D...... \ I. T. Graham , 371 „ F. A. Cooper, W.M . 1002... ! _ . ofC; Jas. Dickinson , P.M., P.P.A.G.D.C ; Robt. Brown , P.M.; J. Abbott, ...... Prov.D G. StewardsCt W.M. 371 ; John Messenger, Tyler ; E. G. Mitchefl , P.M.; H. Bewes, P.M. 327, „ R. A. Mitchell ...... ;- J- P.P.S.G.D.; W. D. P. Field , W.M. S72; Thos. Atkinson , P.M., P.P.G.D.C; „ J. Fletcher, J.W. 2285 ...... j J. Jaques, J. Sewell , Tyler; J. McGill, Wm. Milli gan, Jas. Lavvson, J. D. Clarke, ,, Laurence, 1390 ...... J L. Taylor , J.D.; Jas. Thompson , P.M., 962, P.P.G.D.C, W.M. elect 2285; J. C. „ W. Whitehead , ''' P.P.G. Reg. ; |. Paterson P.M., P.P.G.S.B. ; Rev. 22 85 ...... ,.. Prov. G. Tyler. Thompson , P.M., , E. M. Rice, At the hour fixed pro- P.M., P.P.G. Chap. ; Dr. Chas. McKerrow , W.M. 962; H. Irving, P.M., P.P.G. (quarter-past two) the order was given for the Std. Br.; J. Jenkinson , J. Dickinson , S.W. 962; G. B. McKay, J.D. ; D. Simons, cession to form , headed by the St. John's Church Army Band. The pro- D.C ; Jas. Cooper, Org., P.P.G. Org.; John Johnston , Ty ler; Wm. Whitehead , cession was shorn of much of its customary appearance on account of the J. Purser, Rev. A. V. Curwen, P.M. 1400, P. P.G. Chap.; J. W. Carmichael , A. W. insignia of the Craft being concealed bv overcoats and umbrellas, as the turner , G. H. S. Smith , John Smith , 371, P.P.G. Org. ; Thos. Mason , P.M. 1002, rain was literally falling in torrents. About 200 yards from the stone the P.P.G. Purst. ; A. Cooper, W.M. 1002; J. Hewison, Tyler; J. Towers , Dr. Chas. procession was joined by a number of clergymen and some of the members Gore Ring, P.M. 1073, P.P.S.G.D. ; H. Moser, P.M. 129; J. Nelson , W.M. 126 7 ; , E. Clarke, P.M., P.P.J.G.D. ; W. L. Towerson , P.M., P.P.G. Purst. ; Dr. George of the Church Restoration Committee were present—Mr. H. F. Curwen , Calderwood , I.P.M. ; J. ]. Robson , P.M. ; J. j. Wilson , P.M.; W. Bromyeat, High Sheriff of Cumberland (Chairman) ; Mr. Thos. Iredale (Vice- ]as. Lowrey, A. Moordaff , |ohn Kitchin , G. Wilson , John Mills, P.M. 1390, P.P.S. Chairman); Mr. J. Fell , Capt. Rice, and many others. G.D.; J. Dodd , P.M., P.P.G. Std. Be. ; W. Cavlyle, P.M. 1400, P.P.G.S.B. ; On the arrival at the stone his Ruberry, P.M. ; L. Ward . P.M. P.P.G. , the acting Prov. Grand Master and H. Wynne, P.M.; J 1400, Purst. ; Rev. Prov. Grand Officers were received b handsome J. Tjson , P.M. 1532 , P.P.G. Chap. ; Ormiston , P.M. ; Henry Hartley, S.W. 1660; y Mr. Curwen, and a very |. Wilkinson , J.W.; T. Lowrey, A. Cross, J.D. ; John Wakefield , S.D. ; D. Tolson , silver trowel and mallet were presented' to Bro. Dykes by the Chairman of D.C ; W. Robinson , l.G. ; W. Simon , Geo. Lowden , P.M. 1660 ; A. Walker, the Committee, and he was desired to lay the stone with Masonic ceremony. W.M. 19S9; Chas. Gowan , P.M., P.P.G.S.B.; H. Ward , P.M. ; j. Bewley, The PROV . G. CHAPLAIN then eneaped in nraver. McHarry, W. Heathcote, G. W. Roll P.M.; J. Dickinson , J. , 1225 ; and others. The D.P.G.M. called upon the Prov . G. Secretary to read the inscrio - The D.P.G.M. then addressed the brethren on the nature of the tion on the plate, which was as follows : " This stone was laid with Masonic meeting ior consecrating and dedicating a new lodge to initiate candidates honours by Lamplugh Freschville Ballantyne Dykes, W.D.P.G.M. o£ into thu ancient mysteries of Freemasonry, and called upon^the petitioners Cumberland and Westmorland, and P.G.D. of England, on the 30th day for the new lod ge to be arranged in Masonic order, while the P.G. Secretary, of October, 1888, A .L . 5888." Bro. G EO . J. M C K AY , read the petition , and also the warrant which has The D.P.G.M. then called upon the P.G. Treasurer to deposit in the been granted by the M.W.G.M. ; and the petitioners were unanimously cavity of the stone the phial containing coins and documents, which was approved by the brethren assembled : Bros. James Thompson, P.M. 962, done. W.M. designate ; J. Jenkinson , S.W. designate ; J. Fletcher, J.W. The stone was then lowered at three times, and proved to be plufflb, designate ; J. Eden, P.M. 962, Sec ; and J. C. Thompson, P.M. level, and square, and the elements—corn, wine.ianri nil—were dulv app lietV 962, to act as I.P.M. and the stone was declared by the D.P.G.M. to be well and truly laid R EV . OARE The P.G. Chap., J. N. H , then delivered, extempore, an according to the ancient usages and established customs of Freemasons ; eloquent oration on the nature and religious teachings of Ancient Free- and may prosperity, happiness, and goodwill ever remain amongst those masenry, which was attentivel y listened to. who shall attend this institute, to the glory of the Most High, until time bro. Abrahams, P.G. Organist, with the able assistance of Bros. Thos. shall be no more. The architect was then presented to the D.P.G.M,, who addressed him The Committee being satisfied of the reasonableness of these requests, lans of this intended building, recommend that the removal of the above-named chapters be sanctioned. as follows : I now place in your hands the p together with the necessary tools. I admit your skill and capability as a Crafts- (Signed) ROBERT GREY, President. man, and I desire that you will forthwith proceed to the completion of the work Freemasons' Hall, London , W.C, in conformity of the plans entrusted to you. I have now great pleasure in October 17th , 1888. placing upon the stone a memento of our lodge. You are aware that we The various recommendations contained in the above report were then consecrated a lodge this morning for the benefit of the Workington Free- moved by Comp. THOMAS FENN, seconded by Comp. FRANK RICHARDSON, masons, and this is the result, -which I hope will be acceptable to the funds and carried unanimously, and in the case of the motion with respect to the 18s. of the new church. Bro . Dykes then placed the offertory (^12 3d.) Grand Chapter of South Australia, Comp. Fenn added to his motion that upon the stone. the Grand Chapter of South Australia be recognised and representatives Mr. CURWEN : I beg to thank you in the name of the Restoration exchanged, " with the most cordial wishes of the Grand Chapter for the Committee. future prosperity of the Grand Chapter of South Australia." This concluded the Masonic ceremony. At the conclusion of the business the chapter was closed in due form. The DEPUTY PROV . GRAND MASTER then called upon Mr. Curwen, and presented him with a the High-Sheriff , to lay the foundation-stone, GRAND LODGE OF SCOTLAND very handsome silver trowel and mallett. The stone was laid according to the rites and ceremonies of the Church, and a tablet was inserted in the stone, with the following inscription : " This stone was laid by Henry The Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge of Scotland was Fraser Curwen , J.P., Patron of the living, Lord of the Manor, Deputy- held in the Freemasons' Hall, Edinburgh , on Thursday, the ist inst., the Lieutenant of Cumberland, and Chairman of the Restoration Committee," Grand Master, Bro. Col. Sir Archibald Campbell, Bart., of Blythswood, October, 1888." 30th M.P., presiding. Bro. James T. S. Elliott of Wolfelee, was in his place as The Rev. Canon SHERWEN then engaged in prayer, and Mr. H ODGSON S.G.W., and Bro. James Dalrymple Duncan, S.G.D., acted as moved a vote of thanks to the gentlemen who had laid the stones, which J.G,W. was carried by a show of hands. There was a very large attendance of the brethren, upwards of 300 being Mr. CURWEN and Bro. DYKES each briefly replied. present. The ceremony concluded by singing " God save the Queen," and the A vidimus for the past quarter showed that the income had been ^742, procession was then benediction was pronounced by Canon SHERWEN . The and the expenditure ^506, being an excess of income of £236. There had and returned to the Green Dragon Hotel, when Prov. Gran d re-formed, been 900 entrants to the Order during that period. During the last two Lodge was closed, and the brethren subsequently sat down to a very excel- had been voted b lent banquet prepared by Bro. Howison. The Deputy Prov. G.M. presided, months ^144 y the Committee of the fund of Scottish supported on his right by the High Sheriff , Col. F. R. Sewell, and several Masonic Benevolence to distressed brethren and the widows and orphans gentlemen of the town who were invited to take part in the ceremonies at of Masons. the church. Grand Committee reported that they had adopted the following resolu- The usual loya l and Masonic toasts followed , and a pleasant evening tion :—" Grand Committee resolve to record their sense of the great loss was spent . which Grand Lodge and the Craft have sustained in the death of their much-respected and much-esteemed brother and Past Grand Master, the SUPREME GRAND CHAPTER . Earl of Mar and Kellie—a loss which is all the more keenly felt when we remember the devotion and ability with which his lordship served the Fra- Convocation of Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch The Quarterly ternity while holding the high and distinguished office of Grand Master England was holden at Freemasons' Hall, Great Queen-street , Masons of Mason of Scotland. The Committee also desire to offer to the Countess of on Wednesday evening, when the following companions of the Order were Mar and Kellie their sincere and heartfelt sympathy in the afflicting be- present : reavement with which she has been visited, and to assure her ladyship that Comps. Col. A. W. Adair, G. Supt. Somerset, as G.Z. ; Rev. H. Adair Pickard, G. the memory of her husband will long be cherished by the Scottish Craft." Sunt. Oxon. as G.H. : Lieut.-Col. R. Townlev Caldwell , G. Sunt. Cambridge, as G.I. ; This was at once adopted by Grand Lodge. Baron de Ferrieres, as G.S.N.; Lord Taylour Col. Shadwell H. Clerke, G.S.E.; John , The GRAND M ASTER made a suitable reference to the death of G.P. Soj. ; Rev. R. W. M. Pope, ist Asst. G. Soj.; John A. Llovd, 2nd Asst. G. Soj. ; John Davis, 2nd G. Std. Br.; Frank Richardson , P.A.G.S., G.D.C. ; Herbert the Earl of Mar and Kellie, and moved that a resolution of sympathy be J. Adams, D.G.D.C; W. A. Barrett , G. Org. ; Magnus Ohren , P.A.G.D.C. ; Jas. forwarded by. Grand Lodge to Lady Mar and Kellie. Glaisher, P.A.G.S. ; James Smith Eastes, P.G.S.B.; Rev. T. Robinson , P.A.G.S. ; This was agreed to. T. B. Purchas, P.G.S.B. ; J. C. Parkinson , P.G.S.B. ; George Lambert, P.G.S.B. ; Grand Lodge then took up the report of the Grand Committee in refer- , J. M. Case, Thomas J. Railing, P.G.S.B. ; W. Bywater, P.G. Std. Br. ; Charles H. ence to irregularities in Lodge Celtic. The Committee Driver, P.G.S.B. ; C. F. Matier, P.D.G.D.C.; F. West, P.A.G.S.; J.H. Matthews, reported that a Past P.G.D.C ; J. A. Farnfield, P.G.S.B.; Dr. W. R. Woodman , P.G.D.C. ; J. Lewis Master had admitted two ladies into the organ gallery of the Freemasons' Thomas, P.G.S.B.; Henry J. P. Dumas, P.G.S.B. ; Chas. F. Hogard, P.D.G.D.C. ; Hall during a Masonic ceremonial, and recommended that he should be Rudol ph G. Glover, P.G. Std. Br.; Col. Charles Harding, P.G. Std. Br.; Thomas expelled from the Order. This was moved by the GRAND MASTER. Several Fenn , Past President of the Committee of General Purposes ; E. H. Baylis amendments were proposed , one of them suggesting that this recommenda- and Peter de Lande Long, P.G. Sojs. ; A. A. Pendlebury, Asst. G.S.E.; tion be not given effect to, as being illegal ; another that the matter should E. Mallett, Z. 1623 ; George A. Ames, H. 2; R. W. Forge, P.Z., S.E. 946 ; H. Massey, P.Z. 619, P.Z. 192S, H. 192S ; Charles Kempton , J. 753 ; George Jones, J. be sent back to the Grand Committee ; while a third proposed that suspen- 174; Walter Hopekirk , Z. 179 ; A. W. Wells, Z. and P.Z. 975, 1556; A. Le Grand , sion, and not expulsion, should be resolved upon. Ultimately the Grand Z. 766 ; T. C. Edmonds, J. 1507 ; J. Funston, Z. 1524 ; J. Brittain , Z. 1385 ; L. Master's motion was carried by 175 votes, the highest for any of the amend- Gordon Robbins, P.Z. 10; Will. Cook, Z. 22; and Henry Sadler, Grand Janitor. ments being 124. After the reading and confirmation of the minutes of the Quarterl y Con- Lord Saltoun was, on the motion of the GRAND M ASTER, appointed vocation of ist August, on the motion of Bro. T HOMAS FENN, seconded by Prov. Grand Master of Aberdeen City. It was reported by the GRAND MASTER that, Comp. FRANK R ICHARDSON, the Report of the Committee of General in accordance with the laws of the Grand Lodge of Ireland, the Duke of Abercorn could was taken as read : not Purposes, which was as follows, accept the appointment of representative of Grand Lodge of Scotland in To the Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of England. Grand Lodge of Ireland, but that the Depute Grand Master, Bro. Skelton, The Committee of General Purposes beg to report that they have would accept that office. This was agreed to. examined the accounts from the 18th July to the 16th October, 1888, both It was resolved to issue charters to the following new lodges—St. John, inclusive, which they find to be as follows : Biarra, Esk, Queensland ; Kojarah , Kojarah , New South Wales ; Saltoun , Aberdeen ; Thomas Gardner, and Kelerksdorp, To Balance, Grand Chapter £313 19 7 By Disbursements during the South African Republic. Grand Lodge then proceeded to the nomination of Grand ,) „ Unappropriated Quarter £z 10 13 5 Office- Account ... 201 3 10 „ Balance 255 11 11 bearers for the ensuing year. The following letter was submitted from the )j Subsequent Receipts ... 242 26 „ „ Unappropriated Grand Master, accepting re-nomination : Account ... 191 1 7 " My dear Murray Lyon, 1 1. 1 " May I, through you, be permitted to thank Grand Committee for £757 5 " £757 5 " their renewed proof of confidence in again nominating me to the high and most honour- able post of Grand Master Mason of Scotland. I must say I am more gratified at their Which Balances are in the Bank of England (Western Branch). kindness, as I feel how much I must depend on the brethren to assist in the great work 1 The Committee have to report that they have received the following we have to do, knowing, as they must, how many duties I have to perform. Trusting that strength may be given to me to fulfil the high office to the satisfaction of the bre- petition :— thren and the advancement of Grand Lodge, believe me, &c, From Comps. Henry Cook, as Z.; John Murray, as H.; Philip Lan- A. C. CAMPBELL ." cashire Booth, as J.; and thirteen others, for a chapter to be attached to The elective Grand Officers were then nominated, so that the list for the year is as follows : the Hartington Lodge, No. 1021, Barrow-in-Furness, to be called The Bro. Sir Archibald C. Campbell, Bart...... G.M. Henry Cook Chapter, and to meet at the Masonic Hall, Abbey-road, „ Sir Michael R. Shaw-Stewart, Bart...... P.G.M. Barrow-in-Furness, Lancashire (W.D.) „ The Earl of Haddington...... Depute G.M. This petition being in all respects regular, the Committee recommend „ The Earl of Kintore ...... Substitute G.M. that the prayer thereof be granted. „ James T. S. Elliot of Wolfelee ...... S.G.W. The Committee have likewise to report that they have received a memorial „ Lord Saltoun ...... J.G-W. from the Grand Chapter of South Australia reporting that they had been „ D. Murray Lyon ...... G. Sec. regularly established in March, 1886, and asking recognition by the Grand „ David Kinnear ...... G. Cashier. [-'hapter of England, and that fraternal relations and communication may „ Rev. Robert Henderson ...... InOr. Chaps.ru be established between the two Grand Chapters; „ Rev. Thomas Somerville ...... j The Committee recommend that inasmuch as the Grand Lodge of „ James Dalrymple Duncan ...... S.G.D. ^outh Australia has been duly acknowledged by the Grand Lodge of Lieut.-Col. John Campbell ... gland and „ ... J.G.D. n Representatives exchanged, the Grand Chapter of South „ J. MTntyre Henry ...... G. Architect. Australia^ be also recognised. „ James Crichton ...... G. Jeweller. The Committee have also received memorials, with extract of Minutes, „ David Reid ...... G. Bible Bearer. tor permission to remove the following chapters :— „ John B. M'Naught ...... G.D.C. Granite Chapter, No. 1328 , from Freemasons' Hall to the Holborn „ John Wilson ...... G. Bard. restaurant, High Holborn. „ J. Carmichael, M.D...... G. Sword Br. The Pattison Chapter, No, 913, from the High School, Brook-hill, to „ Emile Berger ...... G.D. of Music. the Freemasons' Hall, Plumstead, Kent. „ George Christie ...... G. Marshal. . The Andrew Chapter, No. 834, from the Bell and Anchor Tavern to the „ Colin Galletly ...... G.I.G. Windsor Castle Hotel. Hammersmith. „ Andrew Landells ...... G. Tyler. The following are the Stewards—Bros. A. N. Clarke, Alexander Amongst the assembled brethren were : Mitchell , George Dickson , M.D., George Robertson , John Bryce, John Bros. I. H. Barro w, Prov. J.G.W. ; John O. Robinson , P.G.S. ; P. R. R Major E. H. R yan , Collingwood P.G.I.G. ; Jas. T. Callow , W.M. 593 ; D. Jones, M.O. 350 ! Wm. Piatt, PGn ' Davidson , John Scott, Hall Grigor, John Chadwick , P.S.G.O., Prov. G. Sec ; R. Sowter, P.M. Captain Donald M'Donald, James J. 34, P. P.J.G.W '. Flower , William Smiih , John Kay, S. Irwin Thomas, J.W. 2109; E. G. Harrison , P.P.G. Reg. ; Geo. H. Parke P wt' Melville . Robert B. Erskine , M.D., A. W. Rennie, Allan Mackenzie, 36, Past Prov. J G.W. ; Richard Newhouse, P.G.S.S., Prov. G. Sec. Cheshire *. White. E. H. Roberts, W. F. Longmuir, rranic n. nuet , r.u u.; rcoDt. vv. Dourne , ttssc. u.o. ; inos. tvieiior , frov ij Louis Court , Alexander . G W J Alexander Ralston , J. D. Hedderwick , Jas. Fairlie, Robt. Frame, R. S. C. F. Wondall , P. PG. Treas. : Eli Brooks, P.G.S.; Jas. Dearden , Prov. GSR Thomson Muir , E. M'Alister , Joseph Mel'or, P.G.D.C ; Rev. F. J. M'Nall y, P.M. 325, Prov. Grand Chan ? Brown , Wiliam D. Chambers, Jamt-s , James Edward Pierpoint , P.G. Stwd .; Walter C Erwin , S.W. ; Raloh , Col. P. Stirling, George Fisher, Robt. 393 Bettev I W William Black , Robert J. Jamieson 393 ; Hy. L. Rocca, P.M. 34. P.P.G.M.O. ; Robt. Foote, P.G. Treas".; A. Middle *-,,*' Nisbet, William Adamson , Sir James Buchanan, Bart.. Chas. Baxter, Jas, P.G. Std. Br.; W. J. Cunliffe , P.S.G.O. ; Thos. Robt. Peel, J.W., P.P.G.D.C ! Drummond , James Jack , Colin Galletl y, George Reid Ure, Chas. Harding, |. w. Medley, f.ij.b. ; John e.. Lees, IMVI . 34, r.r.u. l.; |. J. Hanlcin Pr Walter Neil , Col . James Reid , Dr. Thomas Milne , Richard Barnwell , Tyler; Geo. Hunt , J.W. 34 ; J. W. Kenyon , P.M. 42 , P.P.S.G.O. ; R. R. Liss'enden Tasker, Robert Brown Smith , and Capt. Robt. S. Hunter. 34; Alfred H. Pownal l, Arthur E. Pownall , Thos. Wilson , and E. Nathan, of -J' Capt. John Wm. Lioy d Starkey, 159; W. Wadeson , J. D. Murray, G. Std. Br. ; It was remitted to the Grand Stewards to make arrangements for the J. Molloy G5; Henry Marshall , W.M. designate ; Jas. J. Lambert, S.W. designate ; and Jas St. Andrew 's Festival. Garnett Batty, J.W. designate of the new lod ge. " The next subject before the Grand Lodge was the adoption of rules for The lodge, which received the Prov. G.M. and officers , was constituted Fund of Scottish Masonic the management of the Annuity Branch of the as under—Bro . J. H. Barro w , Prov. J.G.W., having previousl y opened it Benevolence. The scheme proposed by Bro. CALDWELL was unanimousl y in due form as acting W.M.—Bro. R. Foote, S.W. ; Walter C. Erwin adopted. J.W. ; David Jones, M.O. ; J. C. Robinson , S.O. ; Jas. T. Callow ' The other business was routine. J.O. ; Peter Barrow, S.D.; J. Molloy, J.D. ; and J. D. Murray, D. of C.' The consecration ceremony was opened with prayer, Offered up by the and the singing of an anthem. GRAND MARK LODGE OF Prov. Grand Chaplain , PROVINCIAL The founders of the new lod ge were next ranged in order, and addressed CHESHIRE. by the PROV. G.M. on the nature of the gathering. The P ROV . G.S. explained the wishes of the founders, and the proceed- CONSECRATION OF THE DE TABLEY LODGE. ings they had taken with respect to the formation of the lod ge. Frodsham on A new lod ge of Mark Master Masons was consecrated at The petition and warrant were read by Bro. CHADWICK , and- the Monday, the 5th inst., by Bro. the Rev. C. W. Spencer Stanhope, P.G. P.G.M., having ascertained from the brethren of the new lodge that they Chaplain of England. Among those present were :— approved of the officers mentioned in the warrant, called upon the Prov. Bros, the Hon. A. de Tatton Egerton , P.P.G.M.O. ; C S. Dean, P.P.J.G.W. ; J. Grand Chaplain to deliver the oration. Pemberton , P.P.S.G.W. ; C. K. Benson , P.P.J.G.W.; L. Ellis, P .P.S.G.D. ; S. This was followed by an anthem and the firs t part of the consecration W. Rami-Hen. P.P.G.M.O. ; J. K. Stevenson . P.G. Treas. ; Rev. J. N . Tanner , P G. prayer, and , the brethren turning to the east, the PROV . G.M. delivered Chap. ; R. Newhouse. P.G. Sec ; Cartwii g ht, VV .M. 67; J. F. Eddisbury. S.W. the beautiful invocation. 196; G. H. Danh y, W.M. elect Tabley Lodge; Gil body, P.J.G.W.; G. F. Willis, The pedestal was then uncovered , and the cornucopia, P G.D.C; H. Ellis P.G. Steward of Eng.; the Hon. H. H.ilbrook, 327 ; J. C. corn , and vessels , containing wine, oil, and salt were carried four times round the Robinson , P.G. Steward . Lancashire ; Cornell , S.D. 165 ; Roberts, P.P.J.CO. ; I. lodge. M. Jones, P.P.G.R. 196; J. S. Garner, S.O. 143 , Lancashire ; Wylde, P.P.G.M.O. ; Corn was cast in the east as an emblem of plenty, the Consecrating and others. Officer poured out wine as a token of joy and gladness, and oil as a symbol " The newl y-consecrated lod ge is called The De Tabley, in memory of of peace and harmony, and salt was finall y strewn as an omen of fidelity . the late Lord De Tabley, Provincial Grand Master oi Cheshire. The cere- The censer was borne three times around the lodge by the Prov. Grand Chaplain , who later delivered the second mony took place at the Town Hall, the acting Provincial Grand Mark portion of the consecration prayer and the Prov. G.M. subsequently dedicated the lodge. Master being supported by Bros. Willis, D. of C, and the Rev. N. J. Bro. J. D. Murray, G. Std. Br., and acting D.C, installed Bro. H Bro. W. H. Danby, the firs t Master of the new y. Tanner, Grand Chap. Marshall as the firs t W.M., and the latter invested his officers as follows : lod ge, was duly insialled by Bro. S. W. Ramsden, assisted by Bro. R. C. Bros. H. Lambert, S.W. ; J. G. Batty, J.W. ; C. Heywood , M.O.; W " Edwards, P.M. 19 6, and appointed his officers. Webster, S.O. ; J. G. Goodacre, J.O.; Dr. A. E. Pownall, Treas. ; T. A Provincial Grand Lod ge was then opened , and the business of the Mottershead , Reg. ; Jos. Crompton , Sec. ; S. Locke, S.D. ; J. H. Wells J.D. ; J.Travers, Org. ; A. Shirley, l.G. ; W. H. Wakefield province was transacted. The acting P.G.M. proceeded to invest the pro- , W. Hall, H. Nail, and A. H. Pownall , Stwds.; and W. Chessyre, Tyler. for the current year as under : — vincial officers The ceremony having concluded , votes of thanks were accorded to Bro. Bro. The Rig ht Hon. Lord Egerton of Tatton ... Prov. G.M. the Earl of Lathom, as Consecrating Officer, and Bro. Murray, as Installing „ Rev. C. W. Spencer Stanhope ...... D.P.G.M. Officer. „ The Hon. Alan de Tatton Egerton ...... Prov. S.G.W. His lordshi p and Bros. Murray and Barrow were proposed as hon. „ J. F. Eddisbury ...... Prov. J.G.VV. members, and later on fifteen candidates were advanced. . „ G. Hammond Danby ...... Prov. G.M.O. This was all the business, and the brethren afterwards dined together „ W. Cartwright ...... Prov. S.G.O. under the presidency of the Earl of Lathom. „ VV. G. Cronan ...... Prov. J.G.O. „ Rev. J. Newall Tanner ...... Prov. G. Chap. ,, F. K.Stevenson ...... Prov. G. Treas. CONSECRATION OF LODGE ST. J OHN , No. 2280, „ W. E. Heywood ...... Prov. G.R. of M. SAUGOR, BOMBAY. „ R. Newhouse ...... Prov. G. Sec. „ A. Peterkin ...... Prov. S.G.D. The consecration of Lodge St. John, No. 2280, took place in the lodge „ W. Kohu ...... Prov. J.G.D. ., Jas. Holland ...... Prov. G.I. of W. room , at Saugor, C.P., on the 7th Sept. The ceremony was performed by „ Alfred Atkinson ...... Prov. G.D.C. Bro. H. R. King, D.D.G.M., assisted by Bros. Limpus and Radcliffe and „ John Williamson ...... Prov. A.G.D.C. several of the founders of the lod ge. .. Enoch Evans ...... Prov. G.S.B. The brethren present, after being photographed , assembled in the lodge Thos. Cowley...... Prov. G. Std. Br. „ room. The Consecrating Officer and his assistants having entered the Herbert Ellis ...... Prov. G. Org. , „ D.D.G.M. took the Eastern chair and appointed his „ W. C. Fleming ...... Prov. G. Purst. temporary officers . The lodge symbol (drawn in Indian inkj was then uncovered, and the „ Jas. Reynolds...... ") G. consecration proceeded with. Prov. Stwds. Ihe VV.M. elect, Bro. Dr. Lang ",, John Asnton ...... \ ley Mills, was then installed into the W TIT ¦ ^ chair of K.S. according to ancient custom by the D.D.G.M., „ J. K. Digges ...... > and invested ,. Stephen Smith ...... Prov. G. T ler. his officers as follows : Bros. Col. Saurin Brooke, D.C, S.W. ; D. S. y Mackay, P. Kell The lod ge was furnished by Bro. George Kenning, 2, Monument-place J.W.; y, Sec.; J. Ardaseer, S.D. ; E. Dolphin , J.D.; , Dr. Syed Hassan, D.C. The Inner and Liverpool. Outer Guards are to be invested when they have been raised to the Sublime Degree of M.M. The Installing Officer then delivered in a most eloquent manner the CONSECRATION OF THE CHORLTON MARK customary address, taking for his subject the three great principles of Biotherl y Love, Relief , and Truth. LODGE, No. 394. The VV.M. then rose and said the first duty he had to perform was to ask the lod ge to pass a most hearty vote of thanks to the Consecrating The Masonry in the Mark continues to flourish in Lancashire equally Officer and his assistants for the most able way they had performed their as well in proportion as in the Craft. Of this there can be no better proof duties, and the many and great difficulties they had successfully overcome than the fact that the Right Hon. the Earl of Lathom , the Prov. G.M.M., in coming to Saugor, and intimated that he hoped at the firs t regular has consecrated two new lodges within a little over a fortni ght, the one in meeting to be allowed to propose them as honorary members. two candidates for freemasonry being in attendance, they were duly and the other at Chorlton-cum-Hardy, a pleasant suburb of Liverpool , initiated by the W.M., assisted by Bro. Radcliffe, who gave the charge Manchester. The ceremony last referred to was performed on the afternoon most effectively. Six other candidates were awaiting initiation , but were of the 31st ult. by his lordshi p, assisted by a number of influential Prov. unable to be present. The lodge was then closed , and the brethren and Grand Officers , Present and Past. The increasing growth of Mark Masonry their guests adjourned to the banquet room. The table was prettily in the district of Manchester has rendered a new lodge necessary. A decorated with flowers of all sorts. Towards the close of the banquet Queen movement to this end and purpose was started some time ago, and, after the usual loyal toasts of " The and the Craft," and "H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, M.W.G.M.," were the usual initial difficulties common to such an enterprise overcoming , the g iven by the W.M., who then called upon Bro. Col. Brooke, S.W., to pro- founders applied and obtained a charter from the Grand Lodge of England , pose the the next toast, which was " The Three Grand Masters and the the I arl of Lathom , as Master of the province, being delegated by the Three Grand Lodges." M.W. the G.M. of England, the Prince of Wales, to |cal l the Chorlton Bro. B ROOKE touched briefl y upon each of the subjects , and then entered him Lodge, No. 394, into being. in an eloquent manner upon a personal incident that had happened to many years before whilst travelling in an out of the way of Persia, The brethren assembled in the Masonic Hall , a handsome and com- part explaining how hard he had found it to lies till he building, get carriage and supp modious stone which stands on its own grounds in High-lane, accidentall y iound a brother Mason, when he found it still harder to get Chorlton. The Prov. Grand Mark Master, Bro. the Earl of Lathom, away from an excess ol hosp itality. arrived at the hall, and a procession of Provincial Grand Officers , Past and The J.W., Bro. M ACKAY , then proposed " H.R.H. the Duke of Con- Present, was formed, and entered the lodge room, being received with the naught, District Grand Master, and his Officers ." usual honours. The D.D.G.M. briefly replied. The W ORSHIPFUL MASTER then proposed " The Consecrating Officer and his Assistants," thanking them most sincerely for coming some 600 UNITED GRAND LODGE OF NEW SOUTH miles to consecrate the lodge, with the last 75 along an unbridged road WALES. with several streams to cross, and said he hoped they would never have to be ashamed of the last-born offering of the District Grand Lodge of Bombay he had brought into the world of light that evening. INSTALLATION OF LORD CARRINGTON. The D.D.G.M., in a humorous repl y, stated that one of the unbridged The installation of his Excellency Lord Carrington as Grand Master of referred to was called the Herbuddah , and went oh to propose streams the United Grand Lodge of New South Wales took place on September <• The Healih of the W.M." in felicitous terms. The W.M. thanked the brethren for the very kind way in which the i8th, in the Exhibition Building, Prince Alfred Park, in the presence of a toast had been received , and in quoting the charge—" May every Mason vast assemblage of Masons, and under circumstances which made the reach the summit of his ambition —said that his ambition with regard to ceremony the most imposing, and the spectacle the most striking, ever wit- Craft Masonry was reached, and promised to do his utmost to promote the nessed in the history of Masonry in this or any other of the Australian prosperity of the lodge. colonies . Great trouble and expense had been incurred in the efforts of the The Initiates " was proposed by the W.M., and replied to by Bros. " Ceremonial Committee to decorate and furnish the interior of the building Rushton and Even. The W.M. then proposed "The Officers," and, taking an illustration in an attractive and fitting manner ; and the general effect which the from the much admired Tracing Board , said that he hoped that their decorations and the furniture presented to the view was very complete and successors in looking on the pillar of wisdom, would say they were wise in pleasing. Suitable Masonic emblems and devices, worked in flowers , or forming the lod ge; and on the pillar of strength, that they were strong in upon shields, and surrounded or surmounted with palm branches or terns, in doing so; and when looking on the pillar of beauty, he hoped they unity and artistically grouped flags, ornamented the pillars which support the would be able to boast of as much personal beauty as would be seen in the gallery, and appeared also in pretty relief upon drapery which Had been photograph taken that evening, and would also strive to arrive at that per- fection of moral beauty which every Freemason ought to strive after. hung underneath the gallery and along the walls on either side, and ex- The W ARDENS replied in appropriate terms. tended trie length of the building in such a manner as to impart an attrac- The W.M. then proposed " The Health of Bro. Blaker, who was to tive aspect to the spaces on the east and west of the nave, as well as to the have been Treasurer, but was ordered away on service to the Black Moun- nave itself. Over the diis, on which during the ceremony the Grand and wished him a speedy and safe return. tain , Master and other hi h officers of the Cralt were seated, nad been laced Bro. BLAKER thanked the brethren for their kindness. g p The Tyler's toast and " Auld Lang Syne " terminated a very pleasant the arms or insignia of the United Grand Lodge, encircled in a setting of and harmonious evening. flags, and directly facing it from the front ot the southern end of the gallery were the arms of Great Britain , also in the midst of a grouping of flags. Festoons of green leaves hung all round the nave from pillar to pillar, and INAUGURATION OF A DISTRICT GRAND underneath the gallery ; and these, with the palm branches, the brig htly CHAPTER FOR MALTA. coloured flags, and the floral emblems and devices, produced throug hout a contrast of colour and a gracefulness of arrangement which gave quite a gala On Tuesday, the 23rd October, a special convocation of the Melita appearance to the building, and at the same time did not in any respect Chapter, No. 349 (E.C), was held at 27, Strada Stretta, Valetta, for the trangress the principles of good taste. The nave of the building was mr- purpose of installing Comp. Col. Marmaduke Ramsay, Dist. G.M. and nished for the purposes of the ceremonial as a Grand Lodge room, and upon P.G. Supt. of the Punjab, as G. Superintendent . for Malta. The chapter the dais were the chairs for the Grand Lodge officers , the visiting officers of was opened by its Princi pals and all companions admitted. Comp. W. high position in the Order, and for the choir, composed of members of the Watson, P.Z., then assumed the chair, for the purpose of performing the Liedertafel Societies. Close to the choir, and on the right side of the dais, was installation ceremony. the orga n, which had been specially lent for the occasion by the Hon. R. H. Comp. Col. Ramsay having announced his arrival, the Installing Officer D. White, M.L.C, and which , presided over by Bro. A. Ghede, together with directed two P.Z.'s to retire and receive the patent. This was done, and, the choir, under the conductorshi p of Bro. Rivers Allpress, did much after examination , the J.O. instrncted a deputation of six P.Z.'s to retire towards the success of the evening's proceedings. The Articles of Union and conduct the Grand Superintendent designate to the body of the and the jewels, which during the course of the ceremony were handed to chapter. the United Grand Lodge officers , were prominentl y displayed in front of Comp. WATSON delivered an elaborate address, and with great solemnity the dais, and near this point arrangements had been made for the seating invested and inducted Comp. Col. M. Ramsay as the ist Grand Superin- of all Masons of high rank, and not officers ot the United Grand Lodge. tendent for Malta. The newly-installed Grand Superintendent was then The provision made for seating those who attended to take part in or saluted. witness the proceedings was very extensive, and , on the whole, very satis- Comp. R AMSAY next announced that he had selected Comps. Watson , factory. P.Z., and Yeoman, P.Z., to fill the office of 2nd and 3rd District Grand Over 4000 chairs were available. W.M. s, P.M. s, Wardens, Secretaries, Princi pals respectively, and immediately proceeded to invest and induct and Treasurers of lodges sat in one division ; Grand Lodge officers elect, them accordingly, with the usual formalities. They were then saluted. and Past Grand and District Gran d Lodge officers in another; the dais Comp, G. Segond, P.Z., D.G. Treas., was unanimously elected D.G. was reserved for members of visiting Grand Lodges, Past Grand Masters , Treasurer. and Past District and Deputy Grand Masters, and the remainder of the The following first appointments were then announced, and those present space in the building, principally under the gallery, was occupied by junior duly invested :— officers of lodges and the brethren generally. On some reserved seat close Comp. J. Montgomery, P.Z...... Dist. G.S.E. to the dais sat his Honour Sir Frederick Darley, C.J., his Honour Mr. „ W. Rariente. P.Z...... Dist. G.S.N. Justice Windeyer, his Honour Mr. Justice Foster, the Hon. F. Burns „ G. Segond, P.Z...... Dist. G. Treas. J. , „ G. P. Stephens, P.Z...... Dist. G. Reg. Colonial Treasurer, and the Mayor of Sydney (Alderman John Harris) in „ D. Cooper, P.Z...... Dist. G.P.S. his mayoral robes. „ J. C. Stanley, P.Z...... Dist. 1st A.G.S. The building began to be crowded soon after five o'clock, and at the „ J. "v?. Starkey, P.Z...... Dist. 2nd A.G.S. time the proceedings of the evening commenced—soon after six—there „ F. Gardiver, Z...... Dist. G. Swd. Br. 515 was a great assemblage present, filling the floor of the building and thickly „ S. Leonard , H...... Dist. G. Std. Br. 515 lining the railings of the gallery. Every person was of course „ J. May, S.E. 340 ...... Dist. G.D. of C. , , a Mason , „ W. Hughes, S.E. 407 ...... • Dist.A.G.D. of C. and dressed in Masonic regalia, and the whole scene was very picturesque „ F. Seaton, 515 ...... Dist. G. Org. and striking. „ J. Linning, S.E. 515 ...... Dist. A.G.S.E. The lodge was opened by Bro. Dr. Tarrant, Pro G.M., Bro. W. H. „ R. N. Beck, Dist. G. Tyler ...... Dist. G. Janitor. Simpson, P.D.G.M., acting as S.G.W., and Bro. H. E. Vaughan, P.D. Comp. the G RAND SUPERINTENDENT , in an eloquent and comprehensive G.M., as J.G.W., and the proceedings having in this manner begun, the address, duly declared the District Grand Chapter of Malta solemnly con- choir sung an appropriately worded opening hymn. At the conclusion of stituted , formed , and opened. this hymn, Grand Lodge officers from other Grand Lodges were announced, By-laws for the district were then adopted , the Committee of General and, having entered, were received with Grand Lodge honours. First came Purposes appointed , and District Grand Chapter solemnly closed. the Deputy G.M. of Queensland under the Irish Constitution ; then the The companions then sat down to an excellently appointed cold collation , at which the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and received with G.M. of Queensland under the Scotch Constitution ; following him the great enthusiasm. G.M. of Victoria, accompanied by his Grand Lodge officers ; and finally the G.M. of South Australia and his Grand Lodge officers. The G.M. of South Australia his Honour Chief Justice Way, was informed HERDER, J. G. VON .—The well-known German Philosophical and , by the religious writer, poet, and essayist, and , at one time, an eloquent preacher. Pro G.M. that it was the united desire of the Craft that he should perform Jn 1778 and 1779 he issued the " Volkslieder," etc, and in 1780, " Briefe the ceremony of installing the G.M., and the G.M. of South Australia u °er das studium der Theologie," " Vom Ceist der hebraischen Poesie," having accepted the honour, he directed the reading of the certificate of ! 872. , In 187 1 he also published " Ideen zur Philosoohie der Geschichte Lord Carrington's election as M.W.G.M. of the United Grand Lodge of oer Menscheit," and , ten years later , " Brief zur Forderung der Humani- New South Wales as the authority for his installation. A few minutes }?*¦•^ His works have been much read, and in Germany are thought very his officers 'ghly of. As a Freemason , he issued a Masonic iournal, " Adrastea." afterwards the G.M. elect, accompanied by , entered and received a Masonic ovation, the choir and the assemblage singing the lollowing iip '. and three pamphlets. In " Adrastea," his " Fama Fraternitatis," rreimaurer," " Ueber den Zweck der Freimaurerei," and " Gesprache anthem : fwischen Faust, Horst, und Linda," appeared. He seems to have been God, our Grand Master bless, jnade a Mason at Riga, in the Lodge " Zum Schwert," in 1766. He was With health and happiness, orn an( in In in ij^ j died 1803. 1844, his centennial, addresses and So mote it be. otions were made about him in many German Lodges. " Herder als May He our Craft defend, p¦" Long may His rule extend eimaurer," by Heinrich Hurtzel, is known to some English brethren.— , wntng Our Master, Guide, and Friend, ' s Cyclopcedia of Freemasonry. So mote it be. May wisdom from on high and the wise government of successive Grand Masters, that stream , flowing- Bind fast our Mystic Tie, on between the ancient landmarks with ever increasing volume, shall So mote it be. carry down the ages to this great colony, and to countries beyond, May our united band the blessings Greet Him throughout the land, of " Brotherly love, relief, and truth." I congratulate you, and I con. With Apron, Heart, and Hand, gratulate this United Grand Lodge, and all the brethren under your So mote it be. juris- diction , on your being completely installed in the Grand Master's chair. Prayer by the CHAPLAIN was succeeded by another anthem from the Long may you rule over your brethren in New South Wales with honour choir— " Song of the Brotherhood ," and then followed in very impressive to yourself , to the great advantage of Masonry, and to the satisfaction of form the obligation and installation of Lord Carrington to the high office the Great Architect. (Applause.) to which he had been elected. The Grand Master of Victoria , Bro. DAVID M UNRO , congratulated At this time there were on the dais the following officers : Lord Carrington on behalf of the Victorian Gran d Lodge and its officers. Wales-Bros. Dr. Tarrant, Pro G.M.; F. A. Wright, P.D.D.G.M.; E. New South Grand Master Lord CARRINGTON said : With great respect O. Smith , P.D.D.G.M. ; W. W. Manning, P.G.M.; Rolfe, P.D.D.G.M.; Neiten- , I rise to stein , P.D.G.M. ; Dr. Sedgwick, D.G.M.; and Marsh all, P.D.D.G.M. Victoria- offer my grateful thanks to my most worshipful brethren for the kind words M.W.P.G.M. ; Main, D.G.M.; W. David Munro , M.W.G.M. ; Hon. G. S. Coppin , they have been pleased to say this evening; and with a full heart do I offer Ferguson, S.G.W. ; Jenkins, I.G.W.; Rev. D. Meadowcroft, G.S. ; Barnon, G.D. of C.; Debney . J.G.D. ; P. Evans; and Past Grand Officers—Charles Kitz , F. A. my grateful thanks to my brothers of New South Wales, who have accorded Burton , ]. R. Duerdin , H. Kelson, Findlay, and Maddox. South Australia—His me the highest honour which it is in their power to bestow. I trust that Honour Chief Justice Way, M.W.G.M. ; Hon. H. E. Downer, R.W.D.G.M. ; Hon. A. M. Simpson , Cunningham, aud R. L. Meslaver. with the assistance of the Grea t Architect of the Universe I may be able to maintain the ancient principles of Masonry, and I rely with confidence Proclamation of the installation and investiture of Lord Carrington as on the support of my Grand Officers , as well as on the support of the whole Grand Master having been made, and the choir having sung accompanying of the Craft in the great colony which it is our pride and high privilege to hymns of praise, be connected with. I have now to announce that I have appointed the Grand Master Chief Justice WAY , addressing Lord Carrington, said : Most Worshi ful Bro. Harman John Tarrant as Pro Grand Master. (A Your installation in that chair places the keystone in the principal arch in p pplause.) Pro. Grand Master Dr. Tarrant was then duly installed into the office the living temple of Masonry in the great colony of New South Wales. to which he had been appointed , and following this was the investiture That temple is now for the first time complete. Whether we look at the of other Grand Lodge Officers , and the presentation of representatives of principles which have been maintained, the difficulties which have been other Grand Lodges. overcome, or the advantages which have been secured , it must be admitted The Grand Lodge was then closed the choir singing a closing h that the consummation of Masonic union in New South Wales, the gather- , ymn, and final ly the National Anihem. ing together of 175 lodges and 10,000 members of the Craft into one con- Immediatel following the ceremony of installation a banquet was stitution , is the most memorable achievement in Masonry which has y held happened in Australasia. This union causes rejoicing not only within the in the Elite Skating Rink. Covers were laid for 1170 brethren , every seat boundaries of your own jurisdiction, but also throughout Australia, and to being occupied. The M.W. Grand Master, his Excellency Lord Carrington , the rulers and members of the Craft all over the world. The mother presided, and directly over the head of his Excellency was a brilliant repre- colony and the parent city of Australia—in which not far from this spot sentation of a Grand Master's jewel , the diamonds being replaced by Masonic mysteries were first unfolded on this continent more than 70 years electric lights. The effect of this feature in the profuse decorations was ago—are the appropriate theatre of this magnificent celebration. It is striking. The decorations of the hall reflected great credit upon Messrs. fitting also and auspicious that it should be held in the first year of the Sale and Dare, for whom Mr. Herbert S. Thompson supervised. The second century of Australian settlement, and during your own fortunate dinner was served by the Compagnoni Catering Company, under the Governorshi p—of which it will always be regarded as one of the happiest direction of the new manager to the company, Mr. J. F. Gunsler, to the incidents. The distinction of this occasion is further increased by the completeness of whose arrangements and the excellence of the viands the presence in the Grand Master's chair of a brother who is at once a Past highest praise is due. Sitting on the right of the Governor was Bro. Way, Grand Officer of exalted rank in the mother Grand Lodge of the world , the Installing Master and Chief Justice of South Australia, and on the and the Governor of this great colony. Our pride at seeing you in that left of his Excellency sat Bro. Dr. Tarrant, Pro G.M. Supporting the chair is heightened by the courageous, the statesmanlike, the influential Governor at the princi pal table were the following brethren : Bros. Sir part you have taken in bringing about the happy accomplishment of our Fredk. Darley, C.J.; Judge Windeyer, the Right Rev. Bishop of Bathurst, hopes. Your unique relations with both English and Colonial Masonry , Mr. Justice Foster, the Hon. F. J. Burns, the Hon. Rupert Carrington , aided by the support you have received in the highest quarter, have Capt. Hammill, R.N.; Capt. Neitenstein, Sheriff Cowper, Dumont, R. harmonised conflicting inclinations, have silenced objectors , have convinced H. D. White, T. Spencer, Evans, Butterfield , Purvis, Capt. Quin, his Wor. the hesitating, and have accelerated the union which , without your help, shi p the Mayor of Sydney, Parnell , Lord Huldon , and the Hon. J. Douglas would, in all likelihood , have been delayed for many years. I will not (of Queensland). Those who presided at the other tables were Bros. Col. detain you by repeating any of the formal charges which are often used at Stokes, D.G.M.; M'Lachlan, S.G.W. ; Dr. Sedgwick, P.D.G.M. ; the installation of a Grand Master. It is needless to enumerate the virtues Henry, J.G.W. ; and F. A. Wright, P.D.G.M. Bro. N. Hobson officiated as a man, as a citizen, and as a member of the Craft which should as toast-master. The band of the ist Regiment of Volunteers occupied pre- characterise a Grand Master Mason, when we have those virtues disp layed the orchestra, and by their efforts added much to the enthusiasm which vailed. The musical arrangements were under the direction of Messrs, in the character and career of the occupant of the Grand Master' s chair. Rivers Allpress, J. Ghede, and J. Liggins. The musical portion of the I will not presume to explain his duties to so eminent a Mason, or to give programme was contributed to by the following : Bros. Hallewell, Walshe, lessons in government to one who has already shown how well he knows M'Mahon, H. Kowalski, and Parkinson. The contributions of each of the how to rule. Great are the powers and prerogatives of a Grand Master of gentlemen named were received with rounds of applause, the efforts of Masons, secured by the ancient landmarks, and incapable of being abated Bro. Hallewell being received with the greatest enthusiasm. attend or abridged. Heavy are his responsibilities, for on the wise administration Telegrams expressing good wishes and regretting inability to the gathering were received from Bros. Sir William Clarke, Bart. (Vic- of his office the welfare and progress of the Brotherhood under his rule toria), Dr. Wilmot (Victoria), J. Unmack (Queensland), and Matthew largely depend. No brother, therefore, however gifted, can assume the Burnett (Maitland). Grand Master 's chair without misgivings as to his own ability to sustain After the meal had been partaken of , the burthen of his high office. In your case, Most Worship ful Sir, the His Excellency the M.W. GRAND MASTER submitted the toast of "The burthen is increased by your having to preside as its Grand Master over Queen ," which was received with the customary manifestations of loyalty, the band playing- the National Anthem. Masonry in New South Wales during a new and critical period of its His Excellency the M.W. G RAND MASTER next submitted the toast of history. That burthen, however, will be mitigated by the assistance of the " His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, Grand Master of the United distinguished brother whom you have appointed as your Pro Grand Master, Grand Lodge of England." (Cheers.) by the support of the experienced brethren who have been elected as your The toast was received with much enthusiasm. and Grand Lodge Officers, and by the loyalty, the confidence, and the devotion Bro. Parkinson sang as a solo " God bless the Prince of Wales," of the general body of the Craft. I am sure also that you have undertaken this was followed with Roya l honours. The M.W. Pro Grand Master, Bro. TARRANT, next rose to propose the your office with humble reliance on the help of the Great Architect of the toast of " The Grand Master of New South Wales," and was received with Universe, and that your ambition is His approval and the good of the cheers. That he regarded as the toast of the evening. Lord Carrington, Craft. The ceremonial in which we are engaged testifies to four great facts. on his arrival in the colony, found the Freemasons, instead of being a body The obli gation which has been taken by you and the common supplications banded together according to the rules of their Institution , separated ; and the in which we have united are a renewed declaration of our belief as Masons although he was most loyal to the Constitution to which he belonged in old country, he yet gave the brethren to understand that if b any means in the Great Architect of the Universe, and of our dependence upon Him y the union of the whole fraternity could be promoted , it would meet with his in this and every other undertaking. This ceremonial is also proof of our approbation. The brethren , knowing that they had the consent of our mo^ loyalty to the Queen, for it is her representative who has been raised by the popular Governor and present Grand Master, decided that if they possibly acclamations of the Craft to the Grand Mastership. This ceremonial shows could they would bring about a Masonic conference in order that all their that also that whilst Freemasonry is in some respects the most conservative of differences might be settled. The result of all that had taken place in evening—the in- human institutions, for " it is not in the power of any man or body of men respect was the grand spectacle they had witnessed that stallation of their Most Worshipful Bro. Carrington as the ruler or "' to make innovation in the body of Freemasonry," yet its Constitutions Craft . They had given to his Excellency the highest rank in Masonry ' furnish to its members in these young commonwealths, as well as in older was possible for them to g ive him. They had placed their Most Worship- countries, ample scope for their patriotic aspirations after all the privileges ful Grand Master in command of an army of Freemasons in this colony fee - of . national life. Lastly, this ceremonial removes from Masonry in New 10,000 strong, the heart's pulse of every one of them throbbing with South Wales the reproach of being divided into parties, and exhibits it to ings of loyalty to the Throne and feelings of loyalty to the Empire- * . trusted they would follow up the action of that day the establishing the world for the first time as a united Brotherhood. We stand this by throughout the colony of Masonic orp hanages. (Loud cheers.) ,j evening at the confluence into one broad stream of the four tributary The toast was drunk amid much enthusiasm, followed by Bro . Hallew .affluents of Masonry in New South Wales. Under your wise government , singing, with much effect, "A fine old English gentleman." His Excellency the M.W. GRAND MASTER then rose to respond, and whom it was a pleasure, a privilege, and an inspiration to serve under. was received with immense enthusiasm, the company rising en masse, (Cheers.) waving handkerchiefs, and cheering for some time. As the brethren con- Bro. Col. STOKES said, the toast which had been entrusted to his care tinued standing Lord Carrington desired them to resume their seats. His was that of " Sister Grand Lodges throughout the World." It was a Excellency then said : Worshi pful Brethren and Brethren ,—I thank you for subject so wide in its scope, so broad in its bearing, that it would be utterl y your fraternal and for your hearty welcome, and I join it myself , because I impossible within the limits of a few remarks to render to it that justice know that it is not to me as an individual, but the welcome is given to the which its importance merited. Freemasons throughout the length and union which we have so happil y accomplished this evening. Brethren , I breadth of New South Wales would rejoice in the comforting thoug ht lhat am not here this evening to speak of myself. No honour is due to me. I after long years of probationary division almost absolute unanimity had speak of those to whom honour is due. When I first came into this happy succeeded in constitutionally removing every bar to Masonic union , and in colony two of the first addresses which I received were from the brethren of the proud reflection that they at last stood boldly and firml y together under the Craft. I received an address of welcome from the brethren of the the banner of a United Grand Lodge of New South Wales. They were English Constitution , and that address was signed by the District Grand conscious that every action which had been taken taken toward s the con- Master, Bro. John Williams, a man whose name will always be treated with summation of that union had been in such strict consonance with con- respect in this great colony. Fidelity is his motto, and I hope and trust stitutional law and Masonic usage as must perforce command universal that his long service in this colony amongst the Craft will be rewarded by respect and sisterly reciprocation. They should be especiall y proud of their some signal mark of favour from the English Constitution. I was also changed , though still maintained , relations with the noble and loved mother honoured with an address of welcome from the Grand Lodge of New Grand Lodges ; for, while still remaining united to them in the bonds of South Wales, and it was a matter of great grief to me that I could only Masonic love and loyalty, they would ever remain grateful to them for the receive that address as an address of loyalty, and not as an address of fostering care they had bestowed upon them from their Masonic birth. brethren who were as much Masons as myself. Thank God , brethren , that They now saluted them as loved elder sisters, and with a love intensified time has gone, and gone for ever. Shortly after my arrival in the colony 1 by tenderest recollections of past associations. They trusted that the desire was invited to a banquet of brethren of the English Constitution , at which for and spirit of Masonic union would before long become so irresistible in 600 sat down. The year after that came the Jubilee year of her Most its impulse as to constitutionall y sweep away all obstacles to that union , Gracious Majesty the Queen of England , and we had another banquet. At wherever they may exist, that each of the great Australian colonies would that banquet a hope was thrown out that, in the Jubilee year at any rate, possess its United Grand Lodge, and that thus a great Masonic federation some recognition between those two great bodies might be effected. The would be established and built up in these Southern seas, whose mighty enthusiastic way in which that hope was received was a prognostication of influence should be exercised for the universal good. (Cheers.) the success of it. We were fortunate enough ayear afterwards to be visited The toast was honoured in an enthusiastic manner. by a man not less distinguished and respected in politics than he is in Bro. M UNRO , in responding on behalf of Victoria, thanked the brethren Freemasonry—Bro. Lord Carnarvon. It is, perhaps, impossible to say how for having invited himself and his officers to witness the celebration that much the brethren in this colony owe to Lord Carnarvon. He heard of had taken place that day, the like of which had never before been seen our unhappy differences, and he met Bro. Tarrant, Bro. Sedgwick, and south of the Line. He hoped that the day was not far distant when they Bro. Stokes—these three names will always remain as long as the name of in Victoria would have such a celebration as had that day taken place, and New South Wales remains as shining lights of the Craft. It was arranged he thought they could rely upon England for sympath y and support. by Mason ry, and by Masons alone, that a conference should be come to, in What had that day taken place would, he thought, cause those in Victoria the hope that our unhappy differences might for ever be buried , and I should who were wavering to throw in their lot with them. like to read the names of the 15 brethren who were selected, and to whom Bro. D OWNER also responded, and congratulated the New South Wales the great honour and credit accrues of having brought the conference to a brethren upon the achievements of the day, and spoke of the success which satisfactory conclusion. The conference consisted of Bros. Rofe, Remington, had attended the Masonic union in South Australia. Humphrey, Larsen , Spencer, Slade, Wright, White, Vaughan , Conway, Bro. SOLOMON also responded, as the only member of the Provincial Davidson, MacLachlan, Wynne, and Henry. And as the joint Secretaries Grand Lodge of Ireland in Victoria. He hoped that before the close of were appointed Bros. Bray, roomey, and Higstnm. Brethren , the result the present year the brethren in Victoria would invite the brethren of New of that conference we have seen to-day. There may be some—I think there South Wales and the other colonies to assist in forming a Grand Lodge in are but few—who think that the result of to-day's meeting would be a weak- Victoria. ening of the ties which exist, and which, I hope, will always exist, between Bro. J. C R EMINGTON, Grand Registrar, in proposing the last toast of the mother country and these great colonies. I confess, brethren, that I am the evening, that of " Our Visiting Brethren ," said it was one which never not one of those. And I know from looking round at this magnificent ban- needed a speech to recommend it, for when they ceased to remember the quet that no brother who is seated at a table here is one of those men. Had duties of hospitality they would cease to be Freemasons. Never before in any such idea been entertained , the great honour which has been conferred Australasia, and only once, so far as he knew, in the British Empire, had upon the Governor of this colony would not have been offered to him ; and, such an assemblage of Freemasons gathered to an installation. They if there had been any idea of that sort, I unhesitatingly say that no power greeted first that night their sister Grand Lodge of South Australia. All on earth would have induced me to accept it. But I know, brethren, the honour to those worthy and energetic brethren who, by establishing a united kindly feelings towards the old mother country and towards the mother governing body there, set so good an example. Their brethren from lodge which prompted you to confer this great compliment upon myself ; Victoria had arrived at a stage on the road to union which the Masons of and with gratitude and thankfulness I accepted this great distinction. And New South Wales had reached some considerable time ago. Let them hope the fact of the brethren who are here present to-night proves there cannot that the efforts of the Masons of the sister colony might be crowned with equal be a word of truth in such an idea—for we have our distinguished Bro. success. This time, they must for once admit, poor old sleepy mother , Captain Hammill, the senior naval officer in command of the station ; we New South Wales, had shown the way tor her energetic aud bouncing have Bro. Douglas, of Queensland, the head of the Scottish Constitution ; daughter, Victoria, to follow. From Queensland they hailed worthy repre- and we have Bro . Lord Haldon , an officer of one of the English District sentatives of the District Grand Lodges which still held sway there ; and if Grand Lodges. Their presence here foreshadows that our union is complete, what he heard when in Brisbane not long ago were well founded , it and foreshadows the recognition which we shall shortly get from the mother '" might not be long ere the Masons of New South Wales returned their visit, country and from the mother lodges. To those outside this building who and on a similar occasion. Australasian Masonry was waking up, and even have any fear of non-recognition , I would say that in command of the from the little islan d of Tasmania there came a whisper of possible amalga- United Grand Lodge of England we have the Prince oi Wales, the chief of mation of the different Constitutions. It might be delayed longer by English Masonry ; and, on the authority of Bro. Lord Carnarvon , I can say natural geographical limits in New Zealand, but in the long run it would his Royal Highness has been cognisant of , and takes a deep interest in , all come there also ; and who could doubt that some St. John 's Day they Masonic affairs in New South Wales. In Scotland we have a man—one of would see a Masonic convention representative of all Australasia. Now, my oldest and best personal friends—Sir Archibald Campbell , of Blyths- what would their visiting brethren report on their return to their homes 1 wood. I do not speak of him as an old friend only ; I do not speak of him They would tell of that vast assemblage which they had just quitted , meet- as the husband of my own sister ; but I speak of him as a man upon whom ing with all former divisions blotted out and forgotten , working together we can confidentl y rely, and who will do his best to bring about the union hand in hand, and parting in peace, love, and harmony. But would they we so ardently desire. In the hands of the Duke of Abercorn , in Ireland , not also carry with them a grander idea of Masonry, of its principles, and we are perfectly safe. And now, brethren , it only remains my pleasing duty of their results ?—for he pitied the man, be he Mason or not, who could once more to thank you from the bottom of my heart, with all kindliness, have listened without feeling his heart beat with loftier aspirations as the and with all fraternal affection , for the great compliment you have been choir to whom they owed so much that evening, poured forth to grand pleased , to pay me this evening. Amongst all the kindnesses and all the music those beauttful words— compliments—undeserved compliments and unmerited kindnesses—which I Brothers all, of every nation, have received in the three happy years during which I have been Governor, Ye who passed the high probation , this is one I shall never forget. And it is my pleasing duty—my pleasing This your task, by Heaven assigned, office—to-night to propose to the brethren here assembled "'The Health of Weary hearts by hope to lighten , the Darkened ways by truth to brighten, distinguished and Most Worshipful Brother who has so signally distin- God to love, and all mankind! guished himself in our proceedings this evening." In mentioning the name Let them drink with hearty good wishes to " The Health of our Visiting- of Chief Justice Way, I am only expressing the good wish and the good feeling Brethren." (Loud cheers.) of every brother present here to-night. May his life be long and The toast was drunk with Masonic honours. prosperous , every good fortune attend him , and may we soon have the great D OUGLAS, in responding, said that when he arrived happiness Bro. the Hon. J. at and felicity of seeing him amongst us here again. With all cor- Brisbane and heard of this proposed gathering, he felt that he must not fail diality, and with all honours, and with all affection , I g ive you the name of Chief to avail himself of the opportunity of attending, and he felt bound to testif y Justice Way, the Most Worshipful Grand Master of South Australia. he experienced at the great work which Loud to the pleasure and appreciation had cheers.) and to assure them that the brethren of the The been accomplished, Constitution toast was drunk with Masonic honours. he represented rejoiced with them. Installing Master W AY, on rising to respond , was received with great Bro. CO PPIN also responded , and said that Victoria had always boasted cheering. He said he had to thank the Most Worshi pful Grand Master that New South Wales had set her the example ot claiming sell-government for the generous and fraternal terms in which he had , proposed his (Bro. and he hoped that Victoria would follow New South Wales in the Way's) health and he thanked the Ri grand , ght Worshi pful brothers and the ceremony which had taken place that ni ght. (Cheers.) brethren for the enthusiastic manner in which they had received the toast. The National Anthem was then sung with great spirit. He thanked them also for the honour they had done, not merely to himself , The brethren marshalled in procession and followed Lord Carrington but to to the South Australian Constitution to , in having invited him to take the door of the building. Cheers were given for his Excellency, Part in the great and impressive ceremonial which they and tie had attended that gathering closed amid much enthusiasm. evening. 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Powerfully constructed—hi ghly finished Each Cy linder plays ten tunes. * Extra Cylinders can be obtained . 93, CHANCERY LANE, LONDON , "W.C. ADE'S Do not be persuaded to take any other piLLS. Any music can be selected. Pianists no longer ' (Two Doors North of Union Bank). JftJ x required . No - Pills for the above distressing, painful , _„ knowled ge required whatever in setting in motion. A child can DEED CASH, and DESPATCH BOX WADE'S disorders pILLb. Will stand all climates. , BALLOT, , and FIRE-PROOF ¦ , as EADE'S have been proved play them. Construction as ordinary SAFE MANUFACTURERS. u by thousands to be the safest x _ _ _ pianoforte. Superior tone. Manufactured expressl and most y for Colonial Alr.Tight and Travelling Boxes in stocl;, and made to order, WADE'S effectual remedy. pILLS export. Specially adapted for Clubs, Hotels, Societies, Bazaars. 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GRAND PATRON AND PRESIDENT : HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCE OF WALES, K.G., &c, M.W.G.M. €o Comspontrmts. Bro. J. A. BIRCH —We do not see our way clear to publish- THE ANNIVERSARY B'ESTIVAL ing the correspondence you send without the consent of the DRAGOUMIS. Will take place at writers of the respective letters.— ED . F.M.~] FREEMASONS' TAVERN, GREAT OUEEN STREET, A PAST M ASTER.—We are very grieved to hear of the LONDON, particulars forwarded , and cannot understand how the On Wednesday, 27th February, 1889, Master of a lodge under the English Constitutions (in one of our Colonies) could permit an assault to be committed Upon which occasion in the ante-room " under his own eye," and take no part PREPARED OF THE PUREST TURKISH THE RT. HON. THE EARL OF EUSTON, to stay the proceedings, which are of a disgraceful charac- R.W. Prov. G.M. Northants and Hunts, ter from beginning to end. The plaintiff was justified in bringing the matter before a court of law, seeing that his TOBACCOS. Has been pleased to signify his intention of presiding. fraternal offer to accept an apology was deferred too late to stay proceedings in the initial stage. Should the mem- Brethren are earnestly invited to accept the Office of bers be so ill-advised as to vote for the permanent exclusion Stewards upon this occasion, and they will greatly obli ge of the inju red brother from the lodge because he thus by forwarding their names and Masonic rank, as soon as sought to obtain the only means of redress in his power, all convenient, to the Secretary, who will gladly give any in- he has to do is to lay the matter before the District Grand The hi hest classes of tobacco, however are formation required, and supply them with the necessary Master, and, failing action by the local authorities, he may g , circulars, &c. be sure th it the Board of General Purposes would make converted into the well-known " Dragoumis," It is fraternal ly hoped that upon this occasion, owing to short work of any such action by the lodge on due report the large number of applicants, and the few vacancies, being made.—ED . F.M. I for which, the Alexandria Cigarette Company Brethren will use their influence to obtain donations towards have gained a deservedly high reputation , and the funds of the Institution , which were never more needed The following communications among others unavoidably than at the present time. stand over :— we have no hesitation in saying, after a practical Expenditure in Annuities alone, £15,000. Permanent Income only £3600. CRAFT LODGES—St. Mark's College, No. 157 ; St. test so far as our taste and judgment permit, 42S Annuitants on the Funds. Helena, No. 488 5 Prince of Wales, No. 959 ; Elliot, 140 Candidates seeking Amission. No. 1567; Royal Kensington, No. 1627; and Hadrian, that they are superior to any we have yet tried, JAMES TERRY, Vice-Patron , P.G.S.B., No. 1070. Secretary. •INSTRUCTION— Hyde Park Lodge, No. 1425 . either imported or otherwise.— WhitehallReview. Office—4, Freemasons' Hall, London, W.C. Banquet given by Bro. William Kelly, P.P.G.M., at Leicester. Their latest brand, " Dragoumis," made of a HEM 'S GREAT INDIA! REMEDIES CORRESPONDENCE— Bro. Emra Holmes. skilful blend of fine Egyptian tobaccos, is full " ¦K3!3iufeS& AVggj^ (LIMITED). , So >£ & A^S^g&^SSSgg^AAAA^ gggl of flavour, yet delicately fragrant enough to please the most fastidious palate. We shall be " surprised if " Dragoumis " do not prove the HIPPAC EA," cigarette of the season.—Pump Court. The Stable and Kennel Requisite. SATURDAY OVEMBER 10, 1888. COPY OF LETTER FROM LORD COMBERMERE, , N re " H IPPACEA ." * :— W. A. VAN SA N TEN & CO., Carlton Club, 9th November, 1887 . ©rtgmal (Komaporttoms* S IR , I, Fenchirch Avenue, London, I have tried your "Hippacea " both upon myself EXPULSION OF A SCOTTISH BROTHER. for rheumatism, and upon a horse for splints. I found To the Editor of the " Freemason. " it do more good to me than any Embrocation I have Dear Sir and Brother, ever used, and several of my friends have benefited by It fortunately happens that the Masonic press has CIGAR AND CIGARETTE IMPORTERS. its use. never before had to chronicle so unjust a decision and so Bro. William I cured the onl horse (of a splint) that I have ever harsh a sentence as that in the case of y Edwards, who was expelled by a majority of the Grand tried it upon, and shall use it again. Lodge of Scotland , headed by the Grand Master, for Sole Agents for— Yours faithfully, a mere technical misdemeanour. The facts of the case are COMBERMERE. as follows : The Celtic Lodge of Edinburgh , desirous of paying respect to the memory of one of their oldest and THE MEXI CAN PUFFS CIGARETTES, most revered Past Masters, Bro. Alexander Hay, resolved on holding the American innovation, called Manufactured by ROSENTHAL BROS., New York. " HIPPACEA PILLS ," " A Lodge of Sorrow," which consists of copious extracts from the Burial Service, responses by a choir, funeral For purifying the Blood of Dogs, Ac., without purging. hymns, and orations and eulogia on the departed brother. The ritual was prepared and pri n ted, and, as it all appeared LONSBURY COLLEGE , 12, Ogwy Street, Nantymoel, in the Edinburgh papers the next day, there could not ENFIELD CHASE , MIDDLESEX. Sept. 17th , 1888. have been much " secret " about it. The oration on the SIR, life of Bro. Hay was announced to be given by Bro. Healthily situated on the summit of a hill and specially I am convinced there is not such another remedy William Mann, P.S.G.W., one of the oldest friends of Bro. Hay' constructed for scholastic purposes. as " to be had. Every other lotion and the family, and it was for allowing our late s two " Hippacea hters to hear this oration from the organ loft that Boys thoroughly 's case— daug prepared for professional or commercial ointment were complete failures in my dog subjected Bro. Edwards to the most extreme penalty of the appointments, and for any public examination. Ample none did the least good. I was on the point of Masonry revealed, there and efficient Craft. There was no secret of staff of resident destroying the dog when I made up my mind to try was nothing in the whole of the proceedings which could yourvaluable "Hippacea " as a last resort, and I am not have been witnessed by the world at large, and the ENGLISH AND FOREIGN MASTERS. spoken Every glad to say it has cured it. ladies who heard their dead father's memory of in home comfort and unlimited diet. Twelve acres for did not learn so much of recreation. Reasonable and inclusive fees. Inspection I gave the box of " Hippacea Pills " to a friend of terms of affection and esteem mine, who had two young dogs with distemper, and to the so-called secrets of the Order as the ladies at the invited. who saw and prove your Pills he gave them to onl one dog, which Centenary Festival of the Girls' School, Winter Term commenced September 17th: y lead the "fire." I do got over the malady quite easily, the other dog died. heard H.R.H. the Grand Master RINCIPA L Lodge of Scotland may be P — all my hope that even yet the Grand I recommend " Hippacea " to friends. induced to listen to reason, and reverse a decision and Mr. C. E. TOWN , F.S.Sc. (London ). ALF. GODDING. sentence which should never be inflicted save for the gravest MASONS' CEKTIFICATES, , possible offence. &c FRAMED 1 post free. Bro. Edwards was undoubtedly guilty of an error of TO ANY DESIGN. PRICES—" Hippacea " 2/9, 5/3* 0/3, fine or suspension and per box , of judgment, and might be punished by " Hippacea Pills " 1/- , 2/6, 5/- for a year; but some regard should be shown to his F. H. BOWDEN, Managing Director, 43, KING eminent services, especial ly to the Supreme Grand Royal H. MORELL WILLIAM STREET, LONDON, E.C, AND W and Arch Chapter, of which he has been the G.S.E. for many 18, Great St. Andrew St., Bloomsbury, W.C, London. MADRAS, INDIA. Manufacturer and Importer of all kinds of Picture Frame and years.—Yours fraternally, 1Jecorative Mouldings (Two Million Feet always in stock). Every A PAST GRAND OFFICER. requisite for the Trade and Exportation. Illustrated Book of TELEGEAPHIC ADDRESS—H IPPACEA, LONDON. , Patterns post free for three penny stamps. *"pHE Son of a Craftsman , just leaving ESTABLISHED 1819. MASONIC JURISPRUDENCE. _¦"¦ School, and who wishes to learn the Trade of a To the Editor of the "Freemason." Butcher, would like any Brother in that line to communi- Dear Sir and Brother, ^e terms, premium , &c, to G. W., Office of Freemas on. WORT H & SONS I am delighted to notice your intention of issuing J . CUS periodically in the columns of the Freemaso n a series of pOR SALE.—A very fine impressi on GRANITE, MARBLE , and STONE WORKS. articles on Masonic Jurisprudence. Valuing, as most of *¦, (proof before letters) of the CELEBRATED us do, Oliver' s Jurisprudence , as a synopsis of Masonic M ASONIC instances nevertheless, become obso* PICTURE, painted by T HOMAS STOTHARD, 100 MONUMENTS law, it has, in many , £'A., and engraved by BARTOLOZZJ, representing- the UPWARDS OF lete and unsuited to the requirements of the present day, F ESTIVAL of the FREEMASONS' GIRLS' SCHOOL In Bed, Grey, and Silver Grey Polished Gra.iite , and I trust that this latest evidence of your enterprise will ,a JSo2 and fraternal encouragement it , containing Portraits of the most Eminent Masons Always in Stock at our London Depot , meet with the substantial ™ the day. Size 25 inches by 19 inches, with Key, price deserves. »£ 6s.—A pply at the office of the Freemason. 182a, PENTONV ILLE ROAD. I need scarcely add that you may rely on my hearty co- this distant part of the world, where, bythe- Park Cemetery ; operation in MISS EMILY FOXCROFT , « Con- WOKKS-Abney bye, a new work on Jurisprudence will be eminently useful. East End Einchley; and Chingford Mount, CMnpford. Rf? tralto Vocalist," Gold Medallist, L.A.M., CAN —Veryy fraternally yours, j ?& ENGAGED for M ASONIC FESTIVALS, I NSTALLATION W. F. LAMONBY ' Designs of Monuments, Tombs, Headstones, and PIQUETS, CONCERTS, &C— For Terms, Address 3, Estimates 'incl Masonic Club, Melbourne, "olford Ledgers, in Granite, Marble, and Stone, forwarded free of Street, W.C. charge. Prices include fixing complete ab any London Cemetery, September 21st. QUALIFICATION OF CANDIDATES TO THE Lodge " had been transmitted to the Grand Secretary, H. lM. Medsal l, S.D. ; Alfred Bishop, J.D.; \y s MASONIC SCHOOLS. and tinder that name alone the lodge was recorded in the Penley, l.G. ; Henry Tinney, P.M., Org. ; J. E. Ham * Grand Lodge warrant book , remaining there unaltered to bleton and H. E. Macklin, Stwds; and Gilbert, Tyler To the Editor of the " Freemason. '. Dear Sir and Brother, this day. From a personal examination, I can affirm that, The lodge was closed, and the brethren of the lodge with the exception of the lodge at Keighley, no other York- adjourned to Freemasons' Tavern; where they dined As the proposer of the resol u tion " That fathers to-" oE candidates should have made themselves Life-Governors shire lodge constituted or warranted by the R.W. Bro. Rd. gether in the great hall, the bill of fare provided by Messrs of the Institutions into which their children are seeking Slater Milnes, P.G.M., was ever registered in Grand Lodge Spiers and Pond being of the choicest description. admission," within the seven years limit, and which, at as " The Milnes's Lodge." I will not attempt to explain When the waiters had retired , Bro. Fairchild, W.M the suggestion of many brethren, I withdrew, not because this, but simply record the facts. There can be no valid who, of course, presided, rose and said that from the time I thought that I was wrong in my object, but that the reason for ignoring things that actually exist, and if a mis- of his firs t entrance into the lodge he had resolved to fol- brethren did not sufficiently understand my reasons for take is made (to which all are liable), the best way surely, low in the footsteps of those who preceded him in the bringing it forward. However, I hope at some future day when it is ascertained to be an error, is to frankly occupation of the chair; he had found that long speeches to see it carried. Bro. Gladwell opposed it, as being too admit it. . JNO. LANE. were almost prohibited, that short speeches were a plaasure cheap and easy a method of obtaining the right of quali- 807J SCOTCH MASONRY. and long speeches were a bore. He did not intend to transgress on the present occasion. fying as a candidate. Bro. Binckes, because it would turn , possesses the They had a long, and Venerable "Canongate Kilwinning," No. 2 he hoped a very enjoyable, programme before them our Order into a Benefit Society. How, as to the first oldest Scotch Minute of the " raising " of M.M., dated , and objection? I think I shall be able to prove that the unless the brethren willed it otherwise he should make the 31st March, 1735, though Bro. Mackenzie's History of this speeches as short as possible. qualifying right is far too cheap and easy, as at present in lodge shows that she had members of the Third Degree on use, even with " the seven years' subscribing member- The W.M. then briefly proposed the first toast, " The her roll even earlier still , as they are mentioned in the Queen and the Craft," which was drunk with ship," which, I trust will not only be carried, but acted transactions of the previous month, which is as far back enthusiasm upon after the next Quarterly Courts. and was followed by the toast to " The Health of the M.W as the records carry us. Hitherto, " Mary Chapel," No. the G. Master," which was also enthusiasticall For my purpose 1 will take the fly sheets of the proxy been considered second in this item of y received. 1, has generally This was followed by a delightful quartette papers issued for the last election , and find that out of 24 intelli gence, but must now move a step downwards to " The boys who were elected Sailor's Song " (Hatton), which was warmly applauded. , one was L.G. of all three Institu- give place to "Glasgow Kilwinning, " No. 4, whose first tions, one L.G. of the Boys, one L.G. of the Benevolent, The Worshipful Master then proposed " The Health of minute, ist April, 1735, appears to refer to the institution the Pro G.M., the Dep. G.M., and the rest of the one had contributed to the Boys' and Benevolent, two had of the lodge. At this date "John Anderson, Right Grand given something to the Benevolent, and three had occa- Officers, Present and Past," in doing which he remarked Worshipful Master of the Lodge of Kilwinning, held at that it was a matter of regret that the Earl of sionally given to the Boys', leaving 15 with no record to Crawford Esq., of Carnarvon Edingburgh, accompanied by John , had been unable latterly, on account of the state their names ; of the nine successful girls, one was L.G. of Clark Merchant in Glasgow, who were of his Milton , and John , , health, to attend Grand Lodge so reguarly as he did all three, one L.S. to the Benevolent, one gave occasionally Master Masons [the italics are mine] proceeded to for- to the Benevolent, and to the remaining six there is no merly, but he reminded the brethren that the Pro G.M. pass fivq Masons, and also raised them to the Sublime had done a great deal of " record . Nine boys were under the seven years' limit, and Bro. Anderson good when in Australia in regard Degree. In appreciation of his services, to the little differences which had occurred between four girls, one of the latter only nine months ; of course "R.W.M. of tbis lodge, whereupon he the was elected " Grand Lodges here and there. The Deputy G.M. there may be some whose names have been absorbed in the nominated Bro. Clark for that office, showing that he took per- provincial lists, and therefore not recorded individuall y, yet formed the duties of his high office on ali occasions with it simply as a formal compliment. I presume Anderson 's credit to himself and satisfaction I am of opinion that when out of a list of thirty-three, only " No. 2 but his to the Craft. As regarded lodge was the " Canongate Kilwinning, , thcrest of the Grand Officers, the lodge was honoured twelve are recorded as doing anything, and out of that name does not appear on that list, although, in the fore- by twelve only three have made themselves Life-Governors the presence of three on that occasion, one of whom, in par- going entry, and again, on 24th June and 5th August, ticular, was the mainstay of the Order—Col. of the Institutions to which their children have been received ; he is fully described as R.W.M. of Shadwell H. when visiting No. 4, Clerke, the Grand Secretary. They had also present some means should be devised of stimulating them in the Edinburgh body. Perhaps Bro. Allan Mackenzie, Bro. future to further exertions, but, if in the opinion of the Hogard, who was one of the recipients of Jubilee honours, P.M. of No. 2, will throw some light on this doubt- and there (was also their Bro. leykel, breth ren, my scheme, which would have added 210 guineas point. It it almost certain that Anderson was a P.M., who had ful received Grand honours at the hands of the to the Boys', and 60 to the Girls' Institution , is too easy, prominent Mason , as he was here to constitute a lodge, M.W.G.M. let the Standard be raised to Vice-Presidentshi p, within the He gave them the toast of the Grand Officers, coupled which then, and for long years afterwards, consisted with those threeriames. seven years limit. Seven years subscri ption to a lodge brethren , who were the leading entirely of speculative The toast having been drunk with Masonic does not necessarily constitute any benefit to the Institu- notabilities of Glasgow—commercial , professional, military, honours, tutions as there are several who never give anything. • there followed a performance of Berghau's " Pezzicato- &c, so much so that it has been said of these members, Serenade," by Bros. E. Frewin Now as to objection number two, viz: making a Benefit to write their lives is to record the rise and history of what , J. Weaver, H. Calcott, F. Hambleton, E. Hambleton, and C. Harper Society of our Order, I beg to differ from my good friend is now the " Second City." The Minute Book is in perfect , which won Bro. Binckes, the members of the Craft are admitted on very hearty applause. This was followed by Lovett King's preservation and has been admirably kept by the various new song, " How dear art the solemn assurance that they do not seek to join for any y recorded thou to me," with which Bro. Secretaries—enterings, &c, are clearl , and C. Chilley "brought down the house mercenary or other unworthy motive, but that they should everything seems to have been done on business princi ples, ," and was encored, a have Institutions wherewith to aid and assist those mem- call which he answered by singing "The Bay of Biscay." as might be expected from the Sugar and Tobacco Lords The Grand Secretary, followed b bers who have had the misfortune to be reduced more or In the second minute 15th April, y bros. H ogard and of that period . , 1735, Jey kel, then returned thanks for the Grand Officers . less severe, is mere ly the outcome of that grand princi ple we find the phrase " Free and Accepted Masons." On Bro. Wooldridge, I.P.M., then rose and said that he of Freemasonry, " Charity." In those other grand orders, 2nd November, 1736, a letter was read from Henry Price, had viz. : Odd Fellows, Foresters, &c, &c, which are Benefit the honour as v/ell as the ereat pleasure to oronose the Prov. G.M., James Gordon , D. Prov. G.M., and other next toast—" The W.M. Societies, pure and simple, the members join that they brothers of the Boston (America) Lodge, sending " Hearty " To those of them Who knew shall receive aid and assistance in case of accident, sickness, Bro. Fairchild it was almost unnecessary for him to say good wishes " to No. 4, who replied on the February one word in his praise as or death, and that, I trow, is the great and essential differ- following. In each case a visiting brother was the medium a man or as a Mason, but to those ence (in principle if not in practice) between us and them. who might be visiting them for the first , time, who only of communication. The entry of 5th April, 1737, is prob- knew Bro. Fairchild' —Yours fraternally, CHARLES J. PERCEVAL. system s work as a Mason, and had not the ably the earliest allusion to the proxy , that still pleasure of knowing him November 3rd . for on that evening they selected an as a man, he would say it was obtains in Scotland, their misfortune ; but those AN OLD MASONIC SONG. Edinburgh brother, with power to nominate two proxy who did know him must feel To the Editor ——of the that it was a good thing to have such a Mason at the head " Freemason." Wardens to represent their interests at the ensuing of the Asaph Lod Dear Sir and Brother, y communication of Grand Lodge. The meetings ge. As Master of the lodge and as Pre- quarterl ceptor at the club, he said the ritual was safe Can any of your numerous readers inform me if of this lodge were often held two or three times in a in Bro. Fair- child' s hands, as was the future of the Lodge of Asaph. they have seen the following Masonic song in print? If month, and after June, 1737, it is always minuted that the The toast was so, where ? and who was the King alluded to as the Grand received with great enthusiasm. " Regulations " were duly read. At the first visitation , on Bro. Courtice Pounds Master ? Also, who was the fortunate brother who so 6th March, Alex. Drummond, the Prov . G.M., , who was one of the visitors, was 1739, then requested to sing, and earned a storm of applause ; narrowly escaped being tucked up ?—Yours faithfull y and inter alia, " interrogated the brethren on the proper and then in answer to PAGS. an encore sang Handel's " Where're fraternally, questions of Masonry." This course was, by no means, you walk," with which Tune—Entered Apprentice. unusual in those days, but is no longer considered necessary. he completely charmed his audience. Bro. P. H. Macklin followed with a recitation 1 am indebted to a very worthy Scotch brother, J. Gordon , , " Paddy " A Mason one time, Dunbar," which was well received, as was also Benedict's Was cast for a crime, the present respected R.W.M. of No. 4, for the jottings duet, " The moon has ED. MACBEAN, 2076. raised her lamp," beautifully executed Which malice had put a bad face on, given above. by Bros. Holmes and Temple. And then without thought, The W.M., in reply to the toast, said he need hardly To a gibbet was brought, assure the brethren that he thanked them from the bottom This Free and an Accepted Mason. REPORTS*IFTSnSf1^11 of his heart for the very generous—too generous response " And when he got there, that had been made to the toast. In what he had done for He put up a prayer, the lodge he had only done what he thought every Mason For Heaven to pity his case on; should do, namely, act to the utmost of his ability, great His King he espied, or small. He should hesitate to say how long it was since Who in progress did ride, he had had visions of occupying the chair, and he had perse- Was a Free and an Accepted Mason. Craft Jlasonrg* vered. He had, as they knew, been promoted step by step " Then out a sign flew, throug h the various offices, until, at length, he found himself Which the Grand Master knew, LODGE OF ASAPH (No. nig).—The instal in that distinguished and honourable position. Thebrethren And rode up to know the occasion ; lation meeting of this lodge was held in the Zetland-rooms, had entrusted him with duties to discharge during his year Asked who had condemned Freemasons' Hall, on Monday afternoon . On account of of office, and he asked them to believe that he should strive, . So worthy a friend the professional engagements of the members the hour for in that honourable position, to carry out the duties attach- As a Free and an Accepted Mason ? meeting was as usual fixed for half-past one, and even at ing to it, and when his term of office had expired, if he " He retried the cause, that early hour there was a large attendance of brethren. had failed in any way in working, or courtesy, or urbanity, And found out the flaws, The W.M., Bro. L. B. Wooldridge (W. Lestocq), lost no he trusted that they would let him know of it as freely as According to Justice and Reason ; time in opening the lodge, when the reading and confirm- they had praised him on the present occasion. The He tucked up the judge, ing of the minutes of the previous meeting was at once W.M. then proceeded to say that one of the most pleasant And all who bore grudge proceeded with, after which the report of the Audit Com- duties which the Master of a lodge could fulfil , was that of To this Free and an Accepted Mason." mittee on the lodge accounts and the Fund of Benevolence following out the unanimous instructions of the brethren, having been printed and circulated, was taken as read. to present the I.P.M. with something in recognition of the By the time this formal business was disposed of, and the abitity with which he had performed the duties of the pre- mMMmmmm^mmmSM Secretary had read various communications he had received, ceding year. The brethren of the Asaph Lodge, had, in the number of brethren present had very much increased , open lodge, unanimously resolved that a jewel of the so that when the W.M. began to address the brethren as highest value allowed by their By-laws should be presented MagoniG-TfolssS'aiid-Qmerief?: to the custom of the annual election of a Master he had a to Bro. Wooldridge for valuable services he had rendered very large and attentive audience who, it was evident, were during his year of office. They had seen his admirable ^fass^ mmM prepared to witness an unusually good specimen of working in a year in which they had been so fortunate as ^^^ Masonic working. Nor were their expectations dis- to have a great deal of work, and it had been done in a S06] ROYAL YORKSHIRE LODGE, No. 265. appointed ; the high repute which the Asaph Lodge manner that had not been excelled by any brother who Reverting to my former note—Notes and Queries, S03— enjoys in this respect was fully maintained. The had preceded him in the chair. It gave him great pleasure, I would add that the information 1 supplied in reference to dignified ease of the W.M. in all his movements, coupled on behalf of the brethren, to invest Bro. Wooldridge with this lodge in " Masonic Records, 11717—1SS6 ," as "The with his excellent elocution , combined to render Bro.Woold- that token of their esteem, and he trusted that the Milnes Lodge, 17S8," I obtained from the original warran t ridge's installation of his successor a veritable Masonic G.A.O.T.U. would grant him health and strength, ana book in Grand Lodge, and I now give a copy of the entry treat. From first to last the work was quiet, fluent, and many years of useful life in which to wear it. —" 530. The Milnes's Lodge at the Devonshire Arms at impressive, so that the large and appreciative, though The presentation was followed by the performance of a Keighley, Yorkshire, ist Monday." This lodge, with No. critical audience could not but be highly satisfied with the Divertisement— " Reisbilder " (Johann Resch), the per- 529, " The Duke of York's Lodge at the Black Boy Inn, performance. Bro. George E. Fairchild, the new W.M., formers being Bros. E. Frewin, E. Hambleton, C. Harper, Doncaster," is stated to have been " constituted by R. S. was warmly congratulated upon his succession to the chair W. L. Barrett, J.Cooper and Henry Tinney. Milnes, Esq., Provl. G.M. for Yorkshire, vide Mr. Christ- of K.S. The manner in which he invested his officers and Bro. Wooldridge having thanked the brethren for their Wilson 's letter of gth August, 17SS." Hence it appears continued the business of the lod ge, left no room to doubt gift and their good wishes, the W.M. proposed "The that the lodge at Keighley was constituted without a war- that notwithstanding the ability displayed by the outgoing Health of the Visitors," which was heartily drunk by the rant, inasmuch as the date of the Provisional warrant, or Master, the brother newly-entrusted with the government brethren of the lodge, and was replied to by Bros. Lle '" "j;e dispensation, issued by the P.G.M. bears date the 23rd of of the lodge was noless skilful in the work he had under- Gen. Randol ph, Chapman, Thomas, and others, and " 1 j[ August, 178S. In this Provisional warrant the lodge, on taken to perform. The officers appointed or elected for Health of the Past Masters," and "TheOfficers of tne the 23rd August, 17SS, is styled "The Royal Yorkshire the ensuing year were Bros. J. D. Beveridge, S.W.; T. Lodge " were also duly proposed and honoured before the Lodge," but it is clear, from the above extracts, that some de Brunnow Holmes, J.W.; C. Wellard, Treas. ; M. Tyler's toast closed the proceedings. J. 1-a time previous to that date the name " The Milnes's Chamberlin. P.M., Sec. ; Bro. A. Tinney, P.M., D.C. ; In the intervals Bro. Robert Grice sang the Yeoman —Lodge of Affability (No. wedding song, and Bro. Charles Chilley " Love is a the W.M. gave "The Queen and the Craft," followed by MANCHESTER. ge was held in the dream " with great applause. One of the many treats of that of "H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Grand Master of 317).—A regular meeting of this lod latter said they all knew Freemasons' Hall, Cooper-street, on Thursday, the ist the evening, however, was the flute solo by Bro. W.. L. England ," and in putting the , in which were included a " romance " by Bergson H.R.H. was an excellent examp le to follow in his desire for inst. Present : Bros. W. B. Akerman, W.M. ; J. Robin- Barrett, ; S. Staton Sec. ; and Durand's " Valse. de concert." The musical pro- the success of the Craft, and if they followed him they son, S.W.; E. G. Chesworth, J.W. , gramme was appropriatel y brought to a close with Bishop's could not go wrong. He asked them to drink the toast in V. M. Vultchoff , S.D. ; John Bladon, P.M., P.P.A. P.M. ; sweet and thoroughly English glee " Sleep, Gentle Lady."^ bumpers. G.D.C; J. W. Edwards, P.M.; Jas. Wilson , Bro. Henry Tinney had charge of tho musical arrange- The toast of " The M.W. Pro Grand Master, the Earl FredJJ. Spencer, Stwd.; and others. ments. of Carnarvon " was duly honoured , and also that of " The The lodge was opened, and the minutes of the previous R.W. Dep. G.M., the Earl of Lathom, and the rest of the meeting read and confirmed. Bro. John Bladon took the Grand Officers , Present and Past." chair, and raised Bro. Phillips to the Sublime Degree of a TRINITY COLLEGE LODGE (No. 1763).—A M.M. the ist inst., The I.P.M. then proposed the toast of "The W.M.," and the brethren meeting of this lodge was held on Thursday, least doubt that when they saw The lodge was soon afterwards closed, Manchester-square when there were saying that he had not the down stairs to receive the ladies who had at Mandeville-place, , him take the gavel in his hands, they knew what he did it made their way present Bros. Aubery T. Howard, W.M.; F. W. Plant arrived to take part in the annual soiree. for. It was his very pleasant duty to propose the health until Martin, S.W.; E. Burritt Lane, J.W. ; Rev. H. G. and at the same Dancing commenced at S.30, and continue^ 11 Sec; John of Bro. Kinipple, their esteemed W.M., sat down to B. Hunt, Chap, and Treas. ; J. A. Hammond, time wish him a very happy and successful year of office. o'clock, when the company, numberirg 34, Mills, S.D. ; T. E. Biddlecombe, J.D. ; J. B. Sargeant, supper, after which, Stwd. ; He felt sure, from the way in which they were going on , D.C ; G. H. W. Tear, I.G. ; C. J. Ozanne, that they would never regret removing to within the city, " The Health of the Queen " was proposed by the G. Harrison , Tyler; John Stedman, P.M. ; Bradbury W.M. W.M., and loyally drunk by all present. Van der H'eyden, and also that under the rule of their genial hearted Bro. Turner, P.M.; Arthur Carnall, Org. ; J. prosper and in time become one of The toast of " The Ladies " was proposed by Pettitt and S. they would go on and , and responded to on their behalf by E. M. Fischel, W. C. Hutchinson, J. , the foremost lod ges under the rule of their beloved G.M., Charles Daber, J.D., Wilford. Among the visitors were Bros. E. B. Cox, Bro. John Bladon in humorous terms. Rendell, and within the London district. He asked them to drink W.M. 1563 ; J. Brander, S.W. 1563 ; W. J. ht loyal l Bro. R. R. Lisenden proposed "The Health of the lin the toast with all the honours it deserved, and rig y Bro. P.M. and Sec. 1716 ; and Benjamin Crump , 328. did the brethren respond. W.M.," and referred to the exceptional interest The lodge was opened, and the minutes were read and Akerman had taken in his lodge, proved from the fact of The W.M., in response, said that evening took him back confirmed. The Auditor's report was received. Bro. Sin- his journeying considerable distances in order to be pre- j oining in memory many years, to some thirty-one years ago, when, clair Dunn, No. 132 (S.C.), was balloted for as a he saw a Masonic emblem in an uncle's room. sent and perform his duties on the first Thursday in each The installation of Bro. F. W. Plant Martin, as a youth, and from the com- member. It was beautifully framed, and as he looked at it he thought month, which he had cheerfully done, , W.M. elect, and investiture of officers then took.p lace. mencement of his year of office had evinced genuine it was exceedingly handsome, and not only handsome, but , Bro. J. A. Hammond, P.M. 1563 and 1765, acted as Instal- Masonic spirit, and intense interest in his lodge. admirable impressive, because above it was an eye, which he was told lied ling Officer , performing that difficult task with was emblematical of the all-seeing eye of the Almi hty . The toast was well received, and Bro. Akerman rep precision. The W.M. then invested his officers for the g in appropriate terms. S.W.; Well, years rolled on , till he became a man, a man in ensuing year as follows : Bros. Burritt Lane, "Why don 't you The company shortly afterwards renewed their terpsi- ; Biddlecombe S.D. ; Sargeant, J.D. ; business, and some one said to him, y hour of Mills, J.W. , become a Mason? " He asked, " What is there in it?" chorean revels, which were kept up until an earl Ozanne, D.C ; Rev. B. Hunt, Treas.; J. A. Hammond , the morning. Bro. Hammond The " someone " said "Oh, it will be good for you in Sec ; Tear, l.G. ; and Wilford , Stwd. " " If that is the only thing in it, I can do with- Amongst those present were Bro. and Mrs. Akerman, having given the usual addresses to the W.M., the business. Bro. and Mrs. Robinson, Bro. and Mrs. Chesworth, Bro. the lodge out it," I said, and so it went on until he heard and knew Wardens, and the general body of the members, of the noble work it was doing in the cause of Charity, and M iss Wilson, Bro. and Mrs. Vultchoff , Bro. and Miss was closed. and then he went to a brother and asked him to propose Spencer, Bro. and Mrs. McLeod, Bro. and Miss After the banquet, theloval toasts, and those of "The Walmsley, Bro. and Mrs. Lisenden, Mrs. and Miss E, Officer ," were him, and in due course he was initiated . He entered it Bladon Grand Officers " and "The Installing with the full intention of doing all he could for its advance- Smith, Bro. and Mrs. W. Garside, Bro. John , drunk with enthusiasm. Mrs. Ward, and Mrs. Whittle, Bro. C E. Daber, Bro. F. rose to propose the toast ment, and now that he stood before them as W.M., he felt Bro. Aubery Howard, I.P.M., indeed , proudest C Phillips, and others. ful Master." In fitting terms he alluded that it was one of the most eventful , and, of " The Worship moments of his life. They might believe him when he to the past work of the W.M., and augured from that HUDDERSFIELD.—Truth Lodge (No. what his present work would be. said that he should do all in his power to make the bre- 521). The W.M. proposed "The Health of the I.P.M., and thren happy ; but from the heavy responsibility the lodge —The regular meeting of the above lodge was held on had incurred over its Jubilee contributions to the Charities, ' Hall Fitzwilliam- expressed the pleasure he felt in pinning to his breast the Friday, the 2nd inst., at Freemasons , y voted to him they would have to economise at the social board. He street. Present: Bros. A. Graham, W.M.; J. Firth, handsome jewel the brethren had unanimousl y asking them to support in recognition of the way in which he had upheld the credit concluded an eloquent address b S.W. ; G. Jackson, J.W. ; G. Marshall , P.M., Treas. ; him" in his endeavours for the prosperity of the lodge, and Jno. W. Turner, P.M., Sec ; S. Crossley, S.D. ; Wm. of the lodge duringjhis year of office. should be wanting on his part Harmony, and not eloquence, being in form at Trinity assured them that nothing Wood, I.D. ; J. Davies, l.G. ; J. Dawson, P.S.W., D. all the preceding and following toasts were to maintain and uphold the prestige of the lodge, and the of C.j George Hardy, Tyler; A. Jackson, P.M.; G. College Lodge, happiness of the brethren. R. William- proposed and acknowledged as briefly as possible, in order Horsfall, P.M. 1514; W. E. Jowitt, P.M.; "feast of reason and flow of soul " Bro. Watkins, in responding for " The Installing Officer ," son, P.M. ; A. Armitage, P.M. ; H. Shaw, P.M.; W. to give more for the but at the same time did not furnished in the musical selections. Bro. John Stedman thanked them for the toast, , , H. Jessop, P.M.; J. b. Matthewman, P.M. ; J. G. and see himself that he had done more than was his duty as Thompson , Sawden, Wood, Nicholson, Mallory, Dyson, sang, in his sympathetic manner, " Mary of Argyle " , "Where'er she walks," from Handel's " Semele." Bro. W.M. in installing his successor the same as any other Clayton, Sissons, J. Wood, Sheard, Wray, Gledhill, and Sir H. Bishop s fine song, "Oh, ceremony that a W.M. should do if called upon. They, Godfrey Moxon. Visitors : Bros. A. Walker, P.M.; J. J.T. Hutchinson sang ' knew that it was a difficult ceremony to acquire firm as oak." Bro. Bradbury Turner and A. Karnall however, , Shoesmith, P.M.; G. Marchant, S.W. ; and R. Metcalf , " (b) "Russ- while a Master had his lodge duties to carry out. If he S.D. of 1783 . played a pianoforte duet—(a) "Deutschland, them ha had his reward and land," by Moskowski—with splendid dash and precision. had pleased and satisfied , The lodge having been opened, the minutes were read Mr. Bernard Carrodus gave two very fine violin selections, could only hope that their W.M. would have a good year and confirmed, after which Bro. Batley was passed to the being accompanied on the pianoforte by Bro. A. Carnall. of office , and install his successor in turn. Degree of a F.C. by Bro. A. Armitage, I.P.M. The S.W. The way in which he rendered the " Ballade et Polonaise Bro. Hodges, in responding for " The Past Masters," presented and explained the working tools. The election de Concert," by Vieuxtemps, proved him a worthy son of regretted that there were only half of their Past Masters of VV.M. for the ensuing year was next proceeded with, the great Yorkshire violinist, and a creditable example of present—four present and four away. He would have and the unanimous selection of the brethren was for Bro. the musical teaching at Trinity College. Bro. T. Pettit rather seen them all present. There was every prospect of John Dawson, Past S.W. Bro. J. W. Turner, P.M., Sec, played, in excellent style, an organ solo, a "March," by the lodge going on well. Their W.M. had been initiated by P.J.G.D., was elected Treasurer, and Bro. G. Hardy, T proposition for initiation was made, and " Hearty J. B. Calkin. him into Masonry, and he was proud to see him in the chair, yler. A The Tyler's toast brought the proceedings to a close, all in which he would be supported by the Past Masters by every good wishes " having been given, the lodge was closed. present having spent a most enjoyable evening. means in their power. After supper the usual toasts were honoured, and the Bro. Reeve said he was rather modest, and quite agreed brethren spent a very convivial evening. that Bro. Hodges should have returned thanks for the Past The installation of the W.M. elect takes place on the first Masters collectively, but he (Bro. Reeve) liked at least once Friday in December, when a numerous gathering is ex- VICTORIA PARK LODGE (No. 1S16).- pected. " Honour to whom honour is due " is an old adage worth y a year to have something to say to the brethren. They all of all acceptation, and we must commend our esteemed knew he had the prosperity of the lodge at heart, and that Bro. W. Watkins for the excellent and arduous work he it was his ambition to have it one of the foremost in the PLUMSTEAD.—Pattison Lodge (No. 913). has done in and for Freemasonry during the past two City of London. They had nobly supported the Charities, —Bro. W. D. Keeble, W.M. of the above powerful and years at least. In November last, he installed his succes- and had done something in the Jubilee year that would popular lodge, might well feel proud of his position as lod and of all who had sor, the W.M. of the Capper Lodge, No. 107 6, having eventually be worthy of the ge, Master of the third (numerically) strongest lodge in the just passed through a most successful year of office as worked so hard and given so freely for and to the Charities. Province of Kent. It has a magnificent temple for its Master of that lodge, and, on Thursday, the 25th ult., he, Bro. Carroll, responding for "The Masonic Charities," meetings, an excellent and well-trained choir for the after serving as Master for the preceding twelve months, said he did not know why they should have chosen him to musical portions of the ritual, and for the purposes of its installed his successor at the above lodge, thus finishing a respond for so important a toast, except perhaps that they post-prandial harmony, and last, but not least, at every service to the glorious old Order worth y of record and of knew that he had the welfare of the Chanties very much meeting, there is a large, attentive, and interested gather- the man. at heart. The lodge had given generously to the Charities, ing of the brethren of the lodge and visitors from tar and The lodge was opened at its new habitat, The London especially to "The Old People." The " Girls " and the near. Such was the state of affairs on Thursday, the ist Tavern, Fenchurch-street, and, the minutes of the pre- " Boys " were always well looked after, and, moreover, instant, when Bro. Keeble, for the first time since his vious meeting having been read and confirmed , a brother there were plenty of people who were willing, and indeed installation in Ju/y last, presided as Master, in the grand was raised to the Third Degree. Bro. John Top liff Kini p- at times anxious, to adopt a boy or girl ; but he never yet hall of the new and handsome Masonic Temple, in Bull pie, S.W. and W.M. elect, was then presented to Bro. heard of any one who was anxious to adopt an old man or Fields. He was supported by the following Past Masters, Watkins, to receive at his hands the benefit of installation , aged woman, especially the latter; therefore it was their ofncers,andbrethren: Bros.CCoupland,P.M.,P.P.J.G.W., and in due course, and with the usual ceremonies, he was duty to support that excellent Institution , "The Benevo- Treas.; A. Penfold , P.M., P.P.S.G.D.; E. Denton, placed in the chair of K.S., and saluted. The following lent Institution " that did look after the old people in their P.M., P.P.J.G.D., Sec ; H. J. Butter, P.M., P.P.G.R., offi cers were then invested by Bro. H. Rogers, P.M. and hour of need. It had been his great good fortune to take Stwd.; H. Mason, P.M., C. H. Lawson, P.M.; F. Sec, viz. : Bros. H. Sinclair, S.W. ; E. Clements, J.W.; up such a sum on two occasions for those Charities from Barry, P.M.; C. Jolly, P.M. (Hon.) P.M. 1472, 2184; Morris, Treas. ; H. Rogers, P.M., Sec. (invested by Bro. the lodge, as placed his list—one year the fifth on the list B. de B. Lopez, S.W.; E. Morris, acting J.D.; W. C Reeve, P.M.) ; A. Govier, CC, S.D. ; W. B. of the Metropolitan lodges, and in the next year the sixth Busbridge, S.D. ; W. Saunders, J.D.; W. C Taylor, Abrahams, J.D.; R. W. Carroll, l.G. ; D. Mickleread, on the list. Now, that spoke highly for the Victoria Park l.G.; K. F. Tyler, Org.; J. J. Collins, Asst. D.C ; D.C ; F. Garrod and W. Price, Stwds. ; and M. Sher- Lodge, and as they went on and prospered they would be C Clapham, Steward ; W. Larder, Tyler; W. J. win, Organist. Bro. Watkins then delivered the three enabled to do even more than they had done in the past. Newton, J. Widges, W. Davidson , A. W. Jackson, G. addresses in a most eloquent manner, and the ceremony "The Old People " were very heavily in debt, and he Tucker, W. Delatouche, W. Lock, R. Turrell, H. Stewart, was concluded. He was then presented with a valuable P.M.'s intended, as he had done for some few years, to again go J. Mitchell, J. Frankling, H. Grattan, F. Hayward, W. B. jewel (manufactured expressly by Bro. George Kenning, up for them next year; because he believed, in the first Ledger, D. C. Capon, E. Lewis, W. Lomax, W. Batchelor, of Little Britain), and it was unanimousl y resolved " That place, that it was an Institution that deserved every sup- R. Pollard, T. Griffiths , J. Stratton, W. H. Pryce, a vote of thanks be presented to Bro. Watkins, and re- port, and in the next place that it was necessary for the A. Rabson, A. Moore, G. Frost, J. T. Tayler, 1. corded on the minutes of the lodge, for the perfect manner honour and prestige of the lodge that it should keep its Bull, J. Murp hy, A. D. Capon, R. Ginman, C. Swiss, in which he had installed his successor." Bro. Watkins name as a staunch supporter of the Charities. Bro. G. Laurance, B. Hammond, W. II. Lewis, L. Mills, H. having returned thanks, some essential lodge business was Watkins went up for the " Girls," and had something very G. Baker,jJ. Coombes, W. Harris, F. Hoar, W. Pinkney, transacted., and the lodge was closed . substantial placed by the lodge upon his list, and he (Bro. C Hartnup, W. Young, J. Topp, D. K. Somers, G. W. Amopg the other brethren present were Bros. D. Carroll) trusted that his would be as as heartily supported. Clifton , J. O. Cook , and R. Saunders, all of the lodge. Hodges, P.M. ; C. Carroll, P.M.; F. T. Pallivant, J. He hoped every brother of the lodge kept in view the The visitors included Bro. Capt. G. Spinks, P.M. 1536 Rumsey, R. Waddle, F. H. Harris, G. Govier, T. great truth that Charity was the main spring and founda- and P.P.G. Std. Br. ; E. J. Williams, P.M.; W. Dod- Hallett, E. Haynes, B. Winser, J. Bradford , G. Heyton, tion of Masonry, and above all remembered that it was drell, P.M. 615 ; E. B. Hobson, P.M. 700; J. Gould, up its name as T. Walker, W. Beresford, E. Smith , W. Griers, J. essentially necessary for their lodge to keep P.M. 16S5; L. Chasteaneuf, J.W. 13; T. H. Hicks, Bishop, W. Tilley, S. H. Corfield , B. Charig, A. Reed, second to none for its support of the noble Institution of S.W. 1597; W. Hewett, S.W. 957; H. King, W.M. G. Bush, J. Thresher, H. G. Cooper, W. G, Stone, A. the Order. 615; F. Korb, 1706; W.J. Harris, 700 ; G. Chambers, Bristow, W. C Godley, and A. Garrood, all of the lodge ; Bro. Watkins having supported the Charities ; Bros. 13; H. Pamment, 700; H. Tufnell, 700 ; J. W, W. H. Stone, W.M. 1623; C Beaden, P.M. 781; E. Jolly, Stone, Beaden, Schneider, and others responded for Loverage, 615; W. Keeble, 13; J. Keevill, 13; and G. H„ Williams, 898 ; E. White, 530 ; L. B. Lewis, 1076 ; "The Visitors ." Brooks , 1789. W. Davidson, 1076; G. Pluckrose, 188 ; A. Schneider, The other toasts were "The Officers " and the Tyler's The lodge having been opened , and the minutes con« 'Si ; G. Johnson, 2S; W. H. Young, 1210 ; C Jolly, toast. Bro. Sherwin presided at the piano, and some excel- firmed, the ballot was taken for Mr. W. Wren, and M.P. 1472 ; and others. lent songs and recitations were rendered by Bros. Sherwin, proving unanimous, that gentleman was duly initiated. The superbly appointed banquet having been discussed, Tilley, Corfield, Pullen, and others. Bro. Messent was then passed. The ceremony was full y choral, and splendidly rendered. The report of a Com- that at the formation of the lodge he was asked by the VV. Hancock, Preceptor ; A. Wolter, S.D. ; J. G. Cobb In C. Hilier, l.G.; D. C. Ritchie mittee on the catering of , and for the lodge was pre- very worthy brother after whom it was named to come and , J. M . Scarlett, and R. Loomes ' The lodge was opened in due form, and the minutes of ' sented and adopted and the lodge was closed. perform the consecration ceremony, and it had ever been the last , , meeting were read and confirmed. The ceremony of initiation An excellent and well served dinner having been dis- a matter of regret that at the last moment he was pre- was rehearsed , Bro. Ritchie candidate. Bro. Hillcr having offered cussed, the usual loyal and Grand Lodge toasts were vented from coming. The lodge had suffered considerable himself as a candidate for the Second Degree, was duly was in the questioned honoured. drawback by the death of Bro. Joshua Munn, so soon after and entrusted. The lod ^e opened Second Degree the ceremony of and That of "Earl Amherst P.G.M. of the Province of the launching of the lodge; but in the hands of those who passing rehearsed , Bro . Hilier candidate ' The , lod ge was closed in the Second Degree Bro. Eastes, had been carrying on the work of the lodge, and those , and the W.M. vacated Kent," was followed by "The D.P.G.M., the chair in favour of Bro. Scarlett The balance-sheet who were following on he ( Lord Brooke) had no doubt . of the and the rest of the P.G. Officers , Present and Past," and , lodge—audited by Bros. Cobb and Yates—was read , approved but that it would prosper and become a most useful one in , and was coupled with the names of Bros. Butter and Penfol d, adopted . The brethren then proceeded to the election of officers who, with Bro. Spinks, severally returned thanks. the province. In conclusion, Lord Brooke congratulated when the following were unanimously re-elected : Bros. Walter Hancock Bro. Lawson, I.P.M., in proposing the toast of " The Bro. Vero Tay lor upon the excellent way in which he had , Preceptor; John Petch, W.M . 1471, Treasurer ; and C M. Coxon, Secretary. Bros. Hancock ' " said he had much pride and pleasure in standing conducted the ceremonies of the day, and wished Bro. Mark , Petch, and Coxon thanked W.M., the brethren for their re-election . Bro . Yates was elected up that evening as I.P.M. of that lod ge to propose that Gentry a happy and successful year of office. VV.M for the next meeting, and appointed, the officers in rotation. The' which was certainly a most important toast, the toast of The Worship ful Master, on behalf of the lodge, thanked lodge was then closed. the evening in fact ; that of their esteemed W.M. The Lord Brooke for his kind words, and also for his courtesy worked the First and in visiting their little lodge. They had, as his lordshi p had faultless manner in which he had CHAUCER LODGE (No. 1540).—The usual weekly meetlne Second Degrees that evening when, for the first time, he remarked, felt very much the loss of Bro. J oshua Nunn, was held on Tuesday, the 6th inst., at the Old White Hart ¦ Hotel¦ occupied the chair was simply marvelous, and augured well and out of respect for his memory did not admit any new Borough , when there were present Bros. VV. Roots, VV.M VV* for the perfect working of the ritual during the ensuing 12 members for 12 months. But brethren were now joining Holliuay, S.W.; W. Steele, J.VV.; W. Wingham, Prece'ptor -' There could be no them and new candidates coming forward, so that he had Fred. Williams, Hon. Sec.; J. Hattersley, S.D. ; I. Halsey. ID • months under his rule and guidance. , C. Hurl, J no doubt in time their's would be one of not the least l.G. ; and others. *' ' doubt that it was the result of much thouget and study, The lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of successful lodges in his lordship's province. , the last and was a credit to him and an honour to the lod ge. He meeting were read and confirmed. The ceremony of initiation felt sure thet they would strenuously support Bro. Keeble, The Worshipful Master, in the name of the lodge, pre- was rehearsed , with Bro. Wingham as candidate. Bro. Hattersley because of his marked ability and unvaried courtesy, and sented a valuable P.M.'s jewel to the retiring VV.M., Bro. having answered the usual questions, was entrusted. The lodge asked them to drink the toast with a right good fire. Vero Taylor, who, in acknowledging it, sai d it would be was opened in the Second Degree, and the ceremony of passing rehearsed, Bro. Hattersley candidate. The lod The W.M., in response, said his health had been pro- valued by him more highly than any other Masonic jewel ge was resumed to the First Degree. The W.M. rose for the first time, and the dues posed in a most eloquent manner, and most heartily re- he possessed. were collected. Th; VV.M. rose for the second time members of the , and Bro sponded to. The I.P.M. had told them that he (the W.M.) the Worshipful Master then asked the Holliday, S.W., was unanimously elected VV.M. for the next- had, by his work that evening, given them a great amount lodge to accept a lodge banner as a memento of his taking meeting, and appointed the officers in rotation. The W.M. rose of satisfaction. Well, he was not ashamed to say that he the chair. for the third time, and the lodge was closed. fully appreciated the responsibilities entailed with the The gift was acknowledged by the I.P.M., who said if position of Master of such a lodge as the PattisOn; re- it had not been for the liberality of Bro. Gentry in giving COVENT GARDEN LODGE (No. i6i4).-The usual weekly sponsibilities that made him feel rather nervous of the them that handsome banner, they would not have had one meeting of this lodge was held at the Criterion , Piccadilly, S W on Thursday, the ist inst. Present : Bros. F. Kedge, W.M. • * idea of working the ritual after the excellent Masons who for some time to come. The P.M's. jewel and banner VV' Hancock, S. W. ; C. Lambert, J.W.j VV. Brindley, Preceptor ; G had preceded him, and before such keen critics as were were manufactured by Bro. George Kenning. Reynolds, Treas. and Sec. ; G. Stafford represent the lod , S.D.; E. Bux.on present that evening. He could only say that if he had The W.M. was then re-elected to ge on J.D. ; F. M. Noakes, l.G. j T. E. Weeks, Tyler ; H. G. Marsden' given them satisfaction, that was his reward. He had a the Essex Provincial Charity Committee; and the lodge W. Proudfoot , F. |ackson, VV. Wingham, E. J. D. Bromley L* great deal to do and the m- ans to do it. He trusted there having been closed , between 50 and 60 brethren sat down Lichtenfeld, H . Luding, T. C. Seary, J. L). Graham, G. Smith" would not be a single hitch, but that they would work to- to dinner in the Town Hall, a splendid repast being well John L. Meyrick , t£. Chamberlain , and C. Lambert. The lodge was opened in due form with that love and harmony which should at all served by the host of the George Hotel. , and the minutes of the last gether meeting were read and confir med. Bros. VV. Brindley times and did commend itself to Freemasonry. In the course of the alter dinner speeches, Lord Brooke , Preceptor worked the 2nd Section of the First Lecture. The ludge was Bro. Hobson, in responding for " The Visitors," said again expressed his pleasure at being present on so auspici- opened in the Second Degree. Bio. VV. Hancock , S.W., worked that he attended the Pattison Lodge so often, that he felt ous occasion , and hoped the lodge would prosper. 1st Section of the Second Lecture. Bro. E.J. D. Bromley having more like a member of it than a visitor. The reason The visitors present included the Right Hon. the Lord offered himself as a candidate to be raised to the Third Degree was dul Brooke, P.G.M.; Bros, the Rev. Dr. Sedgwick, P.G. y examined, entrusted, and retired. The lodge was resumed was there were so many excellent Masons and gentlemen to tne p irst uegree. 1 he Chap. England ; C H. Driver P.G.S.of Works England; lodge was called off and on. The lodge in it and attending it, that if he wished to fraternise with , was resumtd to the Third Uegree. The W.M. P.A.G.D.C England rehearsed the them he must attend the Pattison Lodge. Of course, one Thos. J. Railing, P.M. and Sec. 51, , Degree of M.M. The lodge was ciosed In the Third and the had to limit his desires by their opportunities, but he felt it P.G. Sec. Essex ; Frank Whitmore, P.M. 276, P.P.J. Second Degree. On rising for the second time, Bro. W. Brindley hard to limit his desire to attend that lodge, and so when G.D. ; E. Hennemeyer, P.M. 51, P.P.S.G.W. ; Geo. proposed that Bro. VV. Hancock, S.W., be elected W.M . for the the opportunity presented itself he took it, and hoped to do Harrison, I.P.M. 51, Prov. S.G.W.; Rev. E. H. Crate, ensuing week. Seconded by the J.W. and carried unanimously. The W.M. elect appointed his officers in rotation. The lodge was so for many years to come. He always enjoyed himself P.M. 697, P.P.G.C. ; J. F. Hills, P.M. 1224, P.P.J.G.VV. then closed. when he attended the lodge, and it was exceeding ly pleasant Suffolk; J. C. Pratt, P.M. 1224, Prov. S.G.W. Suffolk; G. H. Gnmwood, P.M. 1224, P.P.G.S. of W. Suffolk; and gratifying to see how every brother of it tried to ensure CREATON LODGE (No. I79t).-A meeting Chas. Hy. Vincent P.M. 1823, P.P.G.R. Suffolk; Miller was held on the comfort of the visitors. Some of the oldest and most , Thursday, the ist inst., at the Wheatsheaf Hotel, Golohawk- distinguished Past Masters put on aprons and waited upon Jutsum , P.M. 95; John Whally, P.M. 172 ; C S. road, Shepherd's Bush, VV. Present : Bros. C. R. Cross, W.M. - them at supper, if not quite so dexterously, certainly more Guodchild, VV.M. 1S23 ; Bane L. Tandy, P.M. 12S0, H. Gilbert, S.W. ; R. Josey, P.M., J.W. j James Sims, Deputy anxiously and courteously than any amount of ordinary P.P.S.G.W.; Thomas Malyn, P.M. 1312, P.P.G. Std. Preceptor; Austin, P.M., Treas.; F. Craggs, Sec. (pro tern.) : VV. G. Jennings, S.D.; F. Woodard waiters could do, showing that nothing gave them so much Br.; Fred. C. Lake, P.M. 1312; John J. C Turner, , J.D.; J. Arnott, l.G.; A. Cavers, Stwd.; W. A. Cubitt , P.M.; VV. Williams, P.M.; I. H pleasure as to see that the visitors were cared for and made P.M. , P.P.G.O.; C. W. Gnmwood, P.M. 1224 ; J.M. . Wood 51 P.M.; M. K . Rice, I. J. Head, L. Cox, and G. E. Higginson. at home at once. He paid a high compliment to the W.M. Knig ht, P.M. 95; C. T. Bromwich, I.P.M. 253 ; D. The lod ge was opened, ana the ceremony of initiation was for his admirable working, and concluded by^ warmly Alston , P.M. 1224; W. Inghs Mason, W.M. 1224, Prov. rehearsed, Bro. Cubitt being candidate. Bro. Head having offered thanking the lodge for its hospitality. G. Stwd. Suffolk ; H. F. Hills, 1224; John Sidney himself as a candidate for passing, was exam.ned and entrusted. The lod Bros. King and Chasteaneuf also responded ; and after Smith, 1224 ; C Joslin, S.W. 1224; T. Bevington ; Jos. ge was opened in the Second Degree, and the ceremony completed . The lodge was resumed to the First "The Past Masters," " The Initiate," and " The Officers " George, 1224; VV. J. Ward, J.vV. 1S23 ; Andrew boa , Degree, and Bro. H. L>. Gilbert, was elected W.M. for the next meeting. The lodge had been toasted, the Tyler's toast concluded the business J.D. 1823 ; R. Wayman, S.D. 1823 ; H. L. Piidmore, was then closed. and pleasures of the evening. 214S ; b. D. C. Ablitt, J.W. 51; H. E. Williams, J.D. Some splendid singing by Bro. Batchelor Clifton Ham- 51; Stephen Cartor, 1224; F. H. Cozens, Org. 907 ; F. , , ST. AMBROSE LODGE (No. I8 I). VV. L. Barratt 9 -A meeting was held at mond, and Hobson , and a grandly rendered violin solo by riorsman, S.W. 51, Prov. G. Stwd. ; , the Baron's Court Hotel, West Kensington, on Monday, the Ma'dstone. Makers also of the non- , tion in the patient's condition , though the symptoms of his dis- and able hand relieved [free of cost"! no less a number than 20,000 wine "Morella," and of the delicious "Morella Marmalade.MZ° , , order are legion , and have obstinately withstood the best efforts of suffering patients."—Fees at this Institute are moderate, and " Sold by Grocers. .cience to subdue them. Free to " the Unemployed." METROPOLITAN MASONIC MEETINGS K NIGHTS TEMPLAR . Kennington, Horns Tavern , Kennington Park, S.E., at 8. Hackney, 140, Studholmc, 33, Golden-square . Loyalty, Private Rooms, 206, Mare-street, at S. For the week ending Saturday, November 15th , 1888. Metropolitan (Victoria), Portugal Hotel, Fleet-street, at SECKBT M ONITOR . 7. Ranelagh , Six Bells, Queen-street, Hammersmith, W., at 8. The Editor will be glad to receive notice from Secretaries 1 , Alfred Meadows. Robert Burns, Bedford Head Hotel , Maiden-lane , Covent Garden of Craft Lodges, Royal Arch Chapters, Mark Lodges, Rose WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14. W.C, at 8. ' Croix Chapters, Preceptories, Conclaves, , of any Royal Standard, Builders' Arms, St. Paul's-road, Canonbury M &c General Committee Benevolent Institution , at 4. Kew Bridge at 8. or month of meeting. Royal Alfred, Star and Garter, , change in place, day, CRAFT LODGES. St. George 's Globe Tavern, Greenwich, at 8. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10. 3, Fidelity, Freemasons' Hall. St. ]ames's, Gregorian Arms, Jamaica-road, S.E., at 8. 11, Enoch Freemasons' Hall. St. John 's, York and Albany Hotel, Regent's Park, N.W., C RAFT LODGES . , at 8 13, Union Waterloo, Masonic Hall , William-street , Woolwich . Stability, Masons' Hall Tavern , Masons' Avenue, at 6. 10S, London , Ship and Turtle, Leadenhall-street. 15, Kent, Freemasons' Hall. Temperance, Railway Tavern, New Cross-road , at 8. 173, Phoenix , Freemasons' Hall. S7, Vitrnvian , Bridge House Hotel. The Abbey, King's Arms, Buckingham Palace, at 7.30. 1328 , Granite, Freemasons' Hall. 147 , Justice, White Swan, Deptford . Ubique, Victoria Mansions Restaurant, Victoria-street, at 7.30. 1426 , The Great City, Cannon-street Hotel. 749, Belgrave, Anderton s Hotel. United Pilgrims, Surrey M.H., Camberwell New-road, at 7,io ' 1446, Mount Edgcumbe, Bridge House Hotel. 781, Merchant Navy, Silver Tavern , Burdett-road , H. Westbourne , Lord's Hotel, St. John's Wood , at 8. 1584, Loyalty and Charity, Star and Garter, Kew Brid ge. 1306 , St. John 's, Three Nuns Hotel, Aldgate. Wm. Preston , St. Andrew's Tavern , George-street, Baker-st. \v 1607, Loyalty, London Tavern, Fcnchurch-strcet. T 349» Friars, Ship and Turtle, Leadenhall-street. Hornsey Chapter , Porchester Hotel, Leinster-place, Cleveland- iliSfi, Paxton, Surrey Masonic Hall, Camberw ell. ¦S'3, Sir Francis Burdett, Albany Hotel, Twickenham. square, Paddington , atS. 1743, Perseverance, Anderton's Hotel. 1694, Imperial , Pier Hotel, Oakley-street, Chelsea. Lily of Richmond Chapter , Greyhound Hotel , Richmond, at 8. 18 Duke of Cornwall Freemasons' Hall. 39, , 1718, Centurion , Inns of Court Hotel. Pythagorean Chapter , Portland Hotel , London-street , Greenwich . 1928, Gallery, Brixton Hall , Acre-lane, S.W. 1986, Honor Oak , White Swan Hot., Upper Norwood. Star Chapter, Stirling Castle Hotel , Church-st., Camberwell , ats! 1964, Clerkenwell, Holborn Viaduct Hotel. 21S3, Royal Hampton Court, Mitre Hotel, Hampton Court. Roya l Savoy (Mark), The Moorgate, 15, Finsbury Pavement. 202 King Solomon, 8A , Red Lion-square. 9, LODGES AND C HAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . R OYAL ARCH C HAPTERS . LODGES AND C HAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . Confidence, Hercules Tavern, Leadenhall-street, 7 till 9. 10 , Westminster and Keystone, Freemasons' Hall. Alexandra Palace, Station Hotel, Camberwell New-road, at 7.30. Crays Valley, National Schoolroom , St. Mary Cray, 8. 92, Aloira , Albion Tavern. King-street Hammersmith at Chiswick, Windsor Castle Hot., , , 5. Duke of Albany, Rock Tavern, Battersea-park-road , at 7.30. K NIGHTS TEMPLAR . Eccleston, Crown and Anchor, 79, Ebury-street, Pimlico, at 7. Duke of Connaught, Ryl. Edwd. Hot., Mare-street, Hackney, S S, Kemeys Tynte, 33, Golden-square, W. Finsbury Park, Cock Tavern , Hi ghbury, at 8. Earl of Lathom , Station Hotel , Camberwell New-road, at 8. 4 King Harold, Four Swans, Waltham Cross, at 7. Fidelity, The Alfred Tavern , Roman-road , Barnsbury, N., at 8. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17. ' Manchester, Blue Posts, Charlotte-street, Fitzroy-square, at S. Hendon , Lower Welsh Harp, Hendon , at 8.U. CRAFT LODGES . Percy, Jolly Farmers, Southgate-road , N., at 8. Langthorne, Swan Hotel , Stratford , at 8. Star, Five Bells, New Cross-road, S.E., at 7. La Tolerance, Portland Arms, Great Portland-street, W., at S. 715, Panmure, Cannon-street Hotel. Industry Chapter , Prince Regent, Dulwich-rd., Heme Hill, at 7.30 Londesborough Berkeley Arms John-street, Mayfair, at 8. 1329, Sphinx , Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell. , , 6 J329, Sphinx, Surrey Masonic Hall, Camberwell. Merchant Navy, Silver Tavern , Burdett-road , Limehouse, 7.30. 13 4, Earl of Zetland , Guildhall Tayern. MARK LODGE . Mount Lebanon , George Inn, High-street, Boro', 7.30. 1733, King's Cross, Anderton 's Hotel. New Concord , Jolly Farmers, Southgate-road N., at 8, 1707,.Kensington , Ladbroke Hall, Notting Hill. 334, Brixton, Anderton's Hotel. , ' Panmure, Balham Hotel, Balham, 7. 3147, Crays Valley, St. Mary s Cray, Kent. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12. Peckham, Lord Wellington Hotel, 516, Old Kent-road, at S. R OYA L ARCH C HAPTERS . CRAFT LODGES. Plucknett, Bald Faced Stag, East Finchley, at 7.4S. 1572 , Carnarvon , Albion Tavern. * j, St. George and Corner Stone, Freemasons' Hall. Pythagorean , Portland Hotel, Greenwich, at S. 170O, Orpheus, Holborn Restaurant. Ravensbourne George Inn , Catford at S. jS, Felicity, Shi p and Turtle, Leadenhall-street. , , MARK LODGES . Royal Jubilee , Mitre, Chancery-lane, at 8. 39, Royal Naval , Freemasons' Hall, zoi, Beaconslield , Chequers, Walthamstow. go, St. John 's, Albion Tavern. Royal Oak, Lord Clyde, Wotton-road, Deptford, at S. Conhdence, Anderton s Hotel. St. Leonard , Pr. of Wales Hotel, Bishop's-road, Victoria Park, S. 193, Stockwell, Masons' Hall Tavern , Masons'-avenue, E.C, 6. 1366 / Highgate, Gatehouse Hotel, Highgate. 1571, Leopold, Bridge House Hotel. Temperance in the East, Greenwich Pensioner, Bow-lane, PROVINCIAL MASONIC MEETING S 1670, Adel phi , Freemasons' Hall. Poplar, 7.30. 1789, Ubique, Cafe Royal, Regent-street. United Mariners, Lugard Hotel, Lugard-road, Peckham. For the week ending Saturday, November 17, iSSS. i8aj, Bromley St. Leonard , Vestry Hall , Bow-road . United Strength, Hope Tavern , Stanhope-st., Regent's-pk., at S. 20J3, Chiswick, Star and Garter, Kew Bridge. Vitrnvian , Bridge House Hotel, London Bridge, at 8. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12. Wanderers, Victoria Mansions Restaurant, Victoria-street, S.W. LODGES AND C HAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . Whittington , Red Lion , Poppin 's-court, Fleet-street, at 8. CRAFT LODGES . Beaconslield , Chequers Hotel, High-street, Walthamstow, at 8. Domatic Chapter , Union Tavern , Air-street, VV., at S. 37, Anchor and Hope, New Masonic H., Silverwell-st., Bolton. Coborn, Eagle Hotel, Snaresbrook, at 8. R OYAL A RCH C HAPTERS . 40, Derwent, Castle Hotel , Hastings. Eleanor Seven Sisters Tavern, Tottenham , at 8. , 1260, John Hervey, Holborn Restaurant. 68, Royal Clarence, Freemasons' Hall, Bristol. Hyde Park, Porchester Hotel, Leinster-place, Cleveland-square, 75, Love and Honour, Masonic Hall, Church-street, Falmouth, Porchester-terrace, Paddington , at 8. 1303, St. Mary lebone, Regent Masonic Hal l, Portland-p lace. S8 1901, Montague Guest, Inns of Court Hotel. , Scientific, Lion Hotel, Petty Cury, Cambridge. Kingsland, Cock Tavern , Highbury, N., at 8.30. 104, St. John , White Lion Hotel , Great Underbank , Stockport. Loughborough , Gauden Hotel, Clapham, S.W., at 7.30. M ARK LODGE . ioj, Fortitude, Huyshe Masonic Temple, Plymouth. Marquess of Ripon , Royal Edward, Mare-street , Hackney, at 8. Old Kent , Ship and Turtle, Leadenhall-street. 106, Sun, Royal Beacon Hotel , Exmouth. Metropolitan , Moorgate Tavern , i£, Finsbury-pavement, at 7.30. R OSE C ROIX C HAPTER . 133, Harmony, Old Grammar School, Faversham. Prince Leopold, Printing Works, 202, Wh i techapel-road, at 7. rer , Albany, Masonic Hall Newport, Isle of Wight. 67, Studholmc, 33, Golden-square, W. , Queen's Westminster and St. Marylebone, The Criterion , Picca- 189, Sincerity, St. George's Hall , East Stonehouse, Devon. dilly, W., at 8. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15. 237, Indefatigable, Masonic Hall , Swansea . Royal Commemoration , Railway Hotel, Putney, 8 till 10. CRAFT LODGES . 240, St. Hilda, Freemasons' Hall , South Shields. St. Ambrose, Barons' Court Hotel, West Kensington , at S. 262, Salopian, Music Hall, Shrewsbury. St. James's Union , Union Tavern , Air-st., Rcgent-st., at 8. 23, Globe, Freemasons' Hall. Gihon , Guildhall Tavern. 264, Nelson of the Nile, Masonic Hall, Park-road, Batley. St. Mark's, Surrey Masonic Hall, Camberwell New-road. 49, 292, Sincerity, Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool. Sehvyn, East Dulwich Hotel, East Dulwich , at 8. 35, Constitutional , CRnnon-street Hotel. 6 St. Mary's Freemasons' Hall. 296, Royal Brunswick, Freemasons' Hall , Sheffield. Sincerity, Railway Tavern, Fenchurch-street, at 8. 3, , Witham Masonic Hall Lincoln. 169, Temperance, White Swa n , Deptford. -91, , , Strong Man, Bull and Bell, Ropemakev-st., Moovgate-st., E.C, 7. 303, Benevolent, Masonic Hall , Teignmouth . Upper Norwood , White Hart Hot., Church-rd., Upper Norwood , 8. 170 , Manchester, Anderton 's Hotel. 181, Universal , Freemasons Hall. 313, United Friends, Victori a Hotel, Great Yarmouth. Upton , Three Nuns Hotel, Aldgate, E., at 8. 314, Peace and Unit)', Militia Mess Rooms, Starkie-sh, Preston. Wellington, White Swan Hotel, High-street, Deptford 8 to 10. 733, Westbourne , Lord's Hotel , St. John's Wood. , 813, New Concord , Guildhall Tavern. 339, Unanimity, Crown Hotel , Penrith , Cumberland. West Smithfield, New Market Hotel, E.C, at 7. 379, Honour, Masonic Hall , Old Orchard-street, Bath. Zetland, York and Albany, Park-street , Regent's Park, at 8. 1139, South Norwood , Public Hall, South Norwood. 1287, Great Northern , Freemasons' Hall. 408, The Three Graces, Masonic Hall , Haworth, Yorkshire. Doric Chapter , Duke's Head, 79, Whitechapel-road, at 6. 411, Commercial, Masonic Hall, Nottingham. 1321, Emblematic, Brid ge House Hotel. OYAL RCH HAPTERS Hope R A C . 1365, Clapton , 191, Bishopgate-street. 433, , Swan Inn , Brightlingsea , Essex. Panmure, Horns Tavern, Kennington. Peckham Masonic Hall Camberwell. 467, Tudor, Freemasons' Hall , Union-street, Oldham . J20, H7S, , Surrey , 81 ' 862, Whittington , Anderton 's Hotel. 1512, Hemming, Greyhound Hotel , Hampton Wick . 4 , St. Peter s, Masonic Hall , Maplc-st., Newcastle-on-Tyne. 502, Rectitude, Town Hall, Rugby. ARK ODGES 1013, Cripplegate, Albion Tavern. M L . 5J7, Loyal Victoria,'Masonic Hall , Callington, Cornwall. Macdonald 8A , Red Lion-square, W.C. 1623, West Smithfield , Freemasons' Hall. 104, , 1 587, Howe, Masonic Hall , New-street, Birmingham. 22 Menatschim, Criterion , Piccadill y. 901, Selwyn, East Dulwich Hotel, East Dulwich. Druids 4, 1963, Duke of Albany, Albert Palace, Battersea Park . $89, ' Lodge of Love and Liberality, M.H., Redruth. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13. 643, Royal, Crescent Hotel , Filey, Yorkshire. LODGES AND C HAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . 661, Fawcett, Masonic Hall , Seaham Harbour. 46, Old Union , Holborn Viaduct Hotel. Burdett Coutts, Swan Tavern , New Bethnal Green-road , at 8. 665, Montagu , Royal Lion Hotel , Lyme Regis, Dorset. 96, Burlington, Albion Tavern. City of London , City Arms Restaurant, St. Mary Axe, 6.30. 671, Prince of Wales, Masonic Hall , Llanelly. 180, St. James's Union , Freemasons' Hall. Covent Garden , The Criterion , Piccadill y, at 8. 721, Independence, 27, Eastgate-row, near Chester. 19 8, Percy, Ship and Turtle, Leadenhall-street. Creaton , Wheatshcaf Hot., Goldhawk-rd., Shepherd's Bush,W., 8. 797, Hanley, Hanley Hall, Dartmouth. 228, United Strength, Guildhall Tavern. Crusaders, Old Jerusalem Tav., St. John 's-gate, Clerkenwell, 9. 884, Derwent, George Hotel , Wirksworth. 33J, Nine Muses, Willis's Rooms, St. James's. Duke of Edinburgh , Cape of Good Hope Tavern (opposite Lime- S93, Meridian , Masonic Hall , Millbrook , Cornwall. S48, Wellington , White Swan Tavern , Deptford . house Church , E.), at 7. 941, De Tabley, Royal George, Knutsford. 917, Cosmopolitan , Cannon-street Hotel. Ebnry, Greyhound Hotel , Streatham Common, at S p.m. 949, Williamson, St. Stephen's Sch'l , Monkwearmonth, Durham 933, Doric, Anderton's Hotel. Egyptian, Hercules Tavern , Leadenhall-street, 7.30. I03i, Hartington, Masonic Hall, Abbey-rd., Barrow-in-Furness . 119 6, Urban , Freemasons' Hall. Elliot, Railway Hotel , Feltham. 1069, United Brothers, Masonic Hall , Highbury-st., Portsmouth. 1J93, Royal Naval College, Ship Hotel, Greenwich . Guelph , Town Hal l, Leyton , 8. 1112, Shirley, Masonic Hall, Shirley, Hants. 1604, Wanderers, Freemasons' Hall. Highgate, Bull and Gate, Highgate-road , N. at 8. 1113, Anglesea, Bull Hotel, Llangefni. 1614, Covent Carden , Criterion , Piccadill y. High Cross, Coach and Horses, High-road , Tottenham , at 8. 1174, Pentangle, Sun Hotel , Chatham. 163J, Canterbury, 33, Golden-square, VV. Ivy, Railway Tavern , Battersea Rise, S.W., at 8. isai , Defence, Masonic Hall, Carlton Hill, Leeds. 1668, Samson, Cafe Royal, Regent-street. Justice, Brown Bear, Hi gh-street, Deptford , 8 to 10. 1237, Enfield , George Hotel , Enfield. 1769, Clarendon , Guildhall Tavern. Langton, White Hart, Abchurch-lane, E.C, at j.30. 1253, Travellers, Queen 's Hotel, Manchester. 1837, LuU'mgstone, Masonic Hall , Wilmington, Dartford . Leopold, Blackwall Railway Hotel , 7, London-street , Fenchurch- 1302, De Warren ,' White Swan Hotel, Halifax, Yorkshire. 196 9, Waldeck, Freemasons' Hall . street, E.G., at 7. i3S°> Fermor Hesketh , Masonic Hall , Hope-street, Liverpool. 2127, Drury Lane, Theatre Royal , Drury Lane. Perfect Ashlar, Bridge House, London Bridge, at 7. '313, St. Hubert, Freemasons' Hall, Andover. LODOES AND CHAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . Roya l Savoy, Yorkshire Grey, London-st., Tottenham-ct. -rd, 8. 1408, Stamford and Warrington , M.C, Market-st., Stalybridge. Royal Albert White Hart Hotel at Brixton, Prince Regent, Dulwich-road , Heme Hill , at 8. , , Abchurch-lane, 7.30. 1436, Sandgate, Masonic Hall , Sandgate. Brownrigg, Alexandra H otel , Kingston Hill, at 8. Royal Arthur, Prince of Wales Hotel (opposite Wimbledon Rail- 1449, Royal Military, Masonic Temple, St. Peter-st., Canterbury. Lord Northbrook Hotel , Lee, at 8. way Station), at 7. J474, Israel, Masonic Hall , Severn-street, Birmingham. Camden , Rose, Sterling Castle Church-street Camberwell Capper, Railway Tavern , Angel-lane, Stratford , at 8. , , , at 8. 1477, Sir Catkin, Masonic Hall , Mold , Flintshire. Constitutional, Bedford Hotel , Southampton Buildings, at 7. Salisbury, Union Tavern , Air-street, Regent-street, at 8. 1496, Trafford, Western Hotel , Moss Side, Lancashire. Hi h-street, Borough at 8. Sir Hugh M yddelton , White Horse Tavern , LiverpooI-road ,"_S. 1542 , Legiolium , Masonic Hall , Castleford, Yorkshire. Chaucer, The Old White Hart, g , Southwark " Corinthian, George Hotel , Cubitt Town , Popular, at 8. , Sir Garnet Wolseley, Rotherhithe New-road, 8. l i1i, Clive, Corbet Arms Hotel , Market Drayton , Salop. Middleton Arms Corner of Queen's-road and Middle- Southern Star, Sir Sydney Smith, Chester-street, Kennington. 1592 , Abbey, Suffolk Hotel , Bury St. Edmunds. Dalhousie, , The GreatXitv ton-road, Dalston, N.E., at 8. , M.H., Masons'-avenue, E.C, 0.30. 1600, Hamilton , Masonic Hall, Alford, Lincolnshire. iredegar, Wellington Arms Bow-road 1 11 Domatic, Surrey Masonic Hall, Camberwell New-road, at 7.30. , Wellington-road , , 7.30. 6 , Eboracum, Masonic Hall , St. Saviourgate, York. , Queen's Arms, Queen-street, Cheapside, at Union Waterloo, Earl of Chatham , Thomas-street, Woolwich. 1618, Hand yside, Queen's Hotel , Saltburn-by-sea. Duke of Cornwall 7. Victoria Park George Tavern East Surrey Lodge of Concord, Greyhound Hotel , Hi gh-street, , , Broadway, Stratford , at 8. 1656, Wolsey, Rose and Crown Hotel, Hampton Wick. West Middlesex, Bell Hotel, Ealing, at 7.30. 1792 , Tudor , Masonic Hall, Harborne, Staffordshire . Croydon, at 7.4S. ' Red Lion , York-street, Jermyn-street, W., at 8. Prince Frederick William Chapter , Eagle Tavern , Clifton-road , 1S02, Vernon , Exchange Buildings, East Retford, Notts. Emblematic, Maida-vale Enfield , Rose and Crown , Church-street, Edmonton , at 8. , 7.30. 1S52 , Forest, Town Hall , Mansfield , Nottinghamshire. R OYAL A RCH C HAPTERS . Excelsior, Commercial Dock Tavern, Plough-road, Rotherhithe. 1S85, lorridge, Market Ball , Great Torrington , Devonshire. 507, United Pilgrims, Freemasons' Hall. 1948, Hardman, Queen 's Arms Hotel , Rawtenstall , Lancashire. Faith, Victoria Mansions Restaurant, Victoria-street , at 8. ' Ludgate Hill at 742, Crystal Palace, Thicket Hotel , Anerley. 1952 , Hi gh Peak, Town Hall , Chapel-en-le-Frith , Derbyshire. Finsbury, London Coffee House Tavern , , 7. Well- Florence Nightingale, M.H., William-street, Woolwich , at 7.30. 834, Andrew, Windsor Castle Hotel , Hammersmith. 19 66, Fidelity and Sincerity, Alasonic Hall , Mantle-street, Friars, Liverpool Arms, Canning Town, at 7.30. 121O Macdonald , Headquarters ist Surrey Rillles, Camberwell. ington , Somersetshire. Islington , Cock Tavern , Highbury, at 7.30. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10. 2012 , Chiswick, Star and Garter, Kew Brid ge. 2034, Maselield , Institute, Balsall Heath , Worcester. Joppa, Manchester Hotel, Aldersgate-street, at 7. House Committee Boys' School , at 4. 'Kensington, Scarsdale Arms, Edward-square, Kensington , at 8. 2197, Spencer Walpole, Temperance M.H., Douglas, Isle of Ma" Mount Edgcumbe , Crown Tavern , Lambeth-road, S.E., at S. CRAFT LODGES . Albion Hotel LODGES OF INSTRUCTION . New Cross, Chester Arms, Albany-street, N.W., at 8. 143, Middlesex , . at New Finsbury Park , Hornsey Wood Tav., Finsbury Park at 8. Rose of Denmark , Greyhound Hotel , Richmond 74, Athol, Masonic Hall, Severn-street, Birmingham, 7. , 975, . 130 Southampton. Frederick William Eagle Tav., Clifton-rd . 1118, University, Freemasons' Hall. , Royal Gloucester, F.M.H., Bugle-street, Prince , , Maida-vale, S. 1S United Chatham Ass. Ro., Old Brompton , Chatham, 7.3°« Pilgrim (German language), Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street, 1704, Anchor, Cannon-street Hotel. 4, , ist and Tues. 62, London Rifle Brigade, Anderton ' 313, Perseverance, 47, St. Giles-street , Norwich. E.C-, 3rd 19 s Hotel. Hope Bradford. Roval Naval College, Greenwich Hospital Schools, at 8. 302, , Masonic Hall , Darley-street, LODGES AND C HAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . 31$, Roya l York , Roya l Pavilion , Brigh ton, at 8.30. South Middlesex , Ueaufort House, Walham Green , S.W., at 7.30. Albion The Mitre 12 Chancery-lane ' Public Hall , New Cross, at 8. , , J, , at 7.30. 369, Pomfret Emulation , Masonic Hall, Northampton . St. George s, All Saints, Town Hall, Poplar, at 7.30. Pembroke Dock, at7'3°- Wandsworth, East Hill, Hot., Alma-road , S.W., at 8. 378, Loyal Welsh, M.H., Queen-street, Green Dragon Stepney, at 8. Beacon tree, Green Man, Leytonstone, at S. 383, Roya l Union , Chequers Hotel , Uxbridge, at 8. Yarborough, , Burgoyne, Essex Head, Essex-street, Strand, at 8. Camden Chapter , The Moorgate, Moorgate-street, at 8. at 7. 429, Royal Navy, Shi pwrights' Arms, Ramsgate, Chigwell, Loughton Public Hall, at 7.30. S21, Truth , F.M.H., Fitzwilliam-street. Huddersfield , at S, ' Earl of Carnarvon Chapter , Ladbroke Hall , Ladbroke Grove-road , Clapton Lord Stanley, Sandring at 8. , ham-road, Hackney, at 8. 721, Independence, Bar's Hotel, Chester. Notting-hill , Doric, Duke's Head, Whiteciiapel-road at 8. Derb Masonic Hall Liverpool at 8, Metropolitan Chapter, White Hart, Abchurch-lane, at 6.30. 79, , 724, y, , Hope-street, , Earl of Carnarvon , Ladbroke Hall, Notting-hill, at 8. 962, Sun and Sector, Ass. Ro., Portland-sq., Workington , at S. M ARK LODGE . Emulation Lodge of Improvement (for M.Ms.), F.M.H. at 6. 1071, Zetland, M.H., Alexandra-square, Saltash, Cornwall, at 8. 22, Southwark, Bridge House Hotel, Great Northern, Berwick Arms, Bemcrs-strcet, Oxford-st., at 8, 1218, Prince Alfred, Commercial Hotel, Mossley, at 7. ,,, Brownrigg, King's Arms Hotel, Old Brompton, Kent, 7.30. M ARK LODGES . 100, Friendshi p, Crown and Anchor, Great Yarmouth. T.o Royal Military, 38, St. Peter's-place, Canterbury, at 8. 6, Adams, Britannia Hotel, Sheerness. in, Restoration , Freemasons' Hall , Darlington. iJto' United Military, Earl of Chatham, Thomas-st., Woolwich, 23, Russel l , Bedford Lodge Room, Tavistock. 169, Temperance, White Swan. High-street, Deptford . ' 20 " at 7-3°- 99, St. Cuthberga , Masonic Hall , Corn Exchange, Wimborne. 3, Ancient Union , Masonic Hall , Hope-street, Liverpool . 1600, Hamilton, Masonic Hall, Chapel-street, Alford, at 8. 135, Hengist, Masonic Hall , Bournemouth. 230, Fidelity, Ebrington Masonic Hall , Granby-st., Devonport. ,fi,i Perseverance, M.H ., Carr-street, Hebburn-on-Tyne, at 7.45 - 153, Dover and Cinque Ports, Royal Oak Hotel, Dover. 245, Mechanics, Masonic Temple, Stopford-road , Jersey. 1602, Hervey, White Hart Hotel, Bromley, Kent, at 8.30. 271, Brychan , Masonic Hall , Castle Hotel , Brecon , South Wales. 367, Unity, Macclesfield Arms Hotel, Macclesfiefd. ,»»6' Unity, F.M.H., 79, Commercial-road, Landport, at 7. 326, Urania , Masonic Rooms, Rosemary-lane, Louth . 268, Union , Queen 's Arms, Ashton-under-Lyne. \iaa , Arnold, Portobelio Hotel, Walton-on-the-Naze, at 8. 351, Saint Anne's, Masonic Hall , East Looe, Cornwall. 275, Harmony, Masonic Hall , South Parade, Huddersfield. 1804] Coborn , Eagle Hotel, Snaresbrook, at 8. Jubilee, Uh erston. 276, Good Fellowship, White Hart, Chelmsford . ' Alexandra Hotel Park-road Norbiton at 8. 375, 280, Worcester I08i Brownrigg, , , , K NIGHTS TEMPLAR . , 95, High-street, Worcester. ' Wilberforce, 55, Charlotte-street, Hull, at 8. 283, Amity, Swan Inn , Haslingdon , Lancashire. 2134 St. Cuthbert 's Freemasons' Hall , Darlington. R OYAL A RCH C HAPTERS . 130 , , 332, Virtue and Silence, White Lion, Hadlcigh , Suffolk. Candour Dukinfield WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14. 337, , Masonic Hall , Upper Mill , Yorkshire. 8g, Royal, Cheshire, Astley Arms, . 341, Wellington, ynn. CRAFT LODGES . Cinque Ports Arms, Rve, Sussex. I07 Philanthropic, Masonic Hall, L 343, Concord , Bull Hotel Preston. Ashmole, Masonic Rooms Sankey-st., Warrington. , ,,8 Ehas , 54, Hope, Spread Eagle, Rochdale. 344, Faith, Bull' s Head, Radcliffe, Lancashire. ', Unanimity, Masonic Hall , Zetland-street, Wakefield. 84, Doyle's Lodge of Fellowshi p, M.H., Court-pi ., Guernsey . Perseverance 154' Masonic Hall Gainsborough. •34S, , Old Bull Hotel , Blackburn. .22 All Saints, , no, Royal Lancashire, Swa n Hotel , Colne. 6, United Brethren Grosvenor Hotel Wakefield Masonic Hall , Zetland-street, Wakefield. 34 , , Blackburn. jqj, , 125 , Prince Edwin 's, Bank Buildings, Hythe, Kent. 3S0, Charity, Grapes Inn , Stoneclough , near Manchester. ^' Dundas, Golden Lion Hotel, Stokesley. 14 6, Anti quity , New Masonic Hall, Silverwell-street, Bolton. 61 ' 3 , Industry, Norfolk Arms Hotel , Hyde, Cheshire. 827 , St. John 's, Masonic Temple, Dewsbnry. 187, Roval Sussex Lodge of Hospitality, F.M.H., Bristol. 6 Keystone, Red Lion Masonic Hall Pontypool. 3 3, , Whitworth , Lancashire. M<8 , Kennard, , 204, Caledonian , Freemasons Hall, Cooper-st., Manchester. 67, Probity and Freedom , Wellington Hotel Rochdale. ' Aldershot Camp, Masonic Hall, Barrack-road , Aldershot. 3 , ,331 225, St. Luke's, Masonic Hall , Soane-street, Ipswich. 369, Limestone Rock , Swan and Royal Hotel, Clitheroe. CHAPTER OF I NSTRUCTION . 244, Yarboroug h , Masonic Temple, Stopford-road , Jersey. 394, Southampton , Freemasons' Hall Southampton. Minerva Masonic Hall, Dagger-lane, Hull. , Globe Tavern, Royal Hill, Greenwich, at 8. 250, , 435, Cestrian , Masonic Hall , Queen-street , Chester. 206, Hope, 258, Amphibious, Freemasons' Hall , Heckmondwike. MARK LODGES. 426, Shakespeare, Masonic Hall , Spilsby, Lincolnshire. 277, Friendship, Freemasons' Hall , Oldham , Lancashire. 456, Foresters, White Hart Hotel , Uttoxeter. 73, Meridian , Masonic Hall , Redruth , Cornwall. 281, Fortitude, Masonic Hall, Church-street, Lancaster. 62, Bank-Terrace Hargreaves Arms Masonic Rooms 4 , , Accrington. 281, Beverlac, , Register-square, Beverley. 288, Harmony, Masonic Hall , Market-p l., Todmorden , Lanes. 472 , Friendshi p and Sincerity, Town Hall , Shaftesbury. 302, Derby, Masonic Hall, Gower-street, Derby. 320, Loyalty, Masonic Rooms, Mottram , Cheshire. 476, St. Peter's, Ivv Bush Royal Hotel , Carmarthen. 337, Streonshalh , Masonic Hall , Whitby. 333, Concord , Florist Hotel , Stockport. 89, Benevolence , Masonic Hall Bideford ' The Assembl Room Henfield 4 , , Devon. 386, Adur, y , , Sussex. 339, Brotherl y Love, Chough's Hotel , Yeovil . 5 23, John of Gaunt, Freemasons' Hall , Leicestershire. 390, Granville, Public Rooms, Park-street, Deal. 368, Samaritan, Old Hall , Sandbach , Cheshire. 560, Vernon , Swa n Hotel , Stourport. K NIGHTS TEMPLAR . 380, Integrity, Masonic .Temple, Commercial-st., Morley, Yorks. Coo, Harmony, Freemasons' Hall Bradford . Masonic Hall , Salem-street, 7, Loyal Volunteers, Queen's Arms, Ashton-under-Lyne. 464, Cambrian, , Haverfordwest. C05, Combcrmere, Queen 's Hotel, Birkenhead. 8 Sympath New Falcon Hotel , Gravesend TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13. 4 3, y, . 630, St. Cuthbert's, Parson-lane, Howden , Yorkshire. 49S, Roval Standard, Dudley Arms, Dudley. CRAFT LODGES . C59, Blagdon, Mechanics' Institute, Birth, Northumberland, 5C7, Unity, Wool pack Hotel , Warwick. 710, Pleiades, Masonic Hall, Totnes . 80, St. John 's, Masonic Hall , Park-terrace, Sunderland. 580, Harmony, Wheatshcaf Inn , Ormskirk . Social St. Giles'-street, Norwich . 761, St. John 's, Old Bell Hotel , Dursley. 93, , 47, 015, St. John and St. Paul's, Prince of Wales Hotel, Erith. Royal Alfred Fortitude, Masonic Hall, Old Bri dge-street, Truro. 777, , Angel Hotel , Guildford. 131, 626, Landsdowne Lodge of Untty, High-st., New Chippenham. 787, Beaureper, Lion Hotel , Belper, Derbyshire. 184, United Chatham Lodge of Benevolence, Assembly Rooms, 654, Peveril of the Peak, Crown Inn , New Mills, near Stockport. Old Brompton , Kent. S02, Repose, Masonic Hall , Gower-street, Derby. 666, Benevolence , Wesleyan School-rm „ Princetown, Dartmoor. Pelham, Ashley Hotel Worksop, hamshire. , Harmony, Masonic Hall , Main Ridge, Boston. Masonic Hall 939, , Notting 273 679, St. David's, , Aberdare, Glamorganshire. 940, Philanthropy, Freemasons' Hall, Stockton, Durham. 284, Shakespeare, Masonic Rooms, Hi gh-street, Warwick. 697, United , George Hotel, Colchester. New Forest, Bugle Hotel , Lymington. 1000, Priory, Middleton Hotel , Southend. 319, 731, Arboretum , Masonic Hall , Gower-street, Derby. ion, Richmond , Old Boar's Head , Corporation-st., Manchester. 322 , Peace, Vernon Arms Hotel, Stockport. 755, St. Tudno, Freemason 's Hall , Llandudno . St. David' s, Masonic Hall , Milford , Pembrokeshire. 1032, Townley Parker, Whittle Springs Hotel, Whittle Springs, 366, 813, Eden Valley, Private Rooms, Market-place, Appleby. Lancashire. 371, Perseverance, Freemasons' Hall , Maryport. 851, Worthing Lodge of Friendshi p, Steync Assembly Rooms, Faithful , Masonic Hall , New-street, Birmingham. 1037, Portland , Masonic Hall, Portland. 4}3, Worthing. 10 2, Excelsior Masonic Hall Leeds. Faith , Gerard's Arms Hotel, Ashton-in-Makerfield , Newton- 4 , , Great George-street, 484, 853, Zetland , Masonic Hall , Crescent , Salford, Lancashire. 1130, Rutland , George Hotel , Melton Mowbray. le-Willows, Lancashire. S54, Albert, Duke of York Inn , Shaw, Lancashire. Honour, Masonic Hall 1143, Royal Denbigh , Town Hall , Denbigh. 494 Virtue and , Axminster. 906, Roval Albert Edward , Crown and Anchor, Weston, nr. Bath. 116 Eliot Wakefield , Masonic Hall, Zetland-street, Wakefield. 4, , Masonic Hall , St. German's, Cornwall. 495, 910, St. Oswald, Masonic Hall , Pontefract . 1184, Abbey, Masonic Hall Battle Sussex 6, Peace and Harmony, Masonic Rooms, St. Austell. Masonic Hall , , . 49 1004, Athole, , Douglas, Isle of Man. 1235, Phcenix Lod ge of St. Ann , Court House, Buxton. 503, Belviderc , Freemasons' Hall , Maidstone. 1005, Zetland , Bell Hotel , Gloucester. Perseverance, Drill Hall , Halesowen. 1282, Arichohne, Masonic Rooms, Cary-lane, Brigg, Lincolnshire . , 573, 1018, Shakespeare, Masonic Hall, Darl ey-street, Bradford , 1286, Bayons, Corn Exchange, Market Rasen, Lincoln. 593, St. Ann 's, The " Marais," Alderney. 1031, Fletcher, Masonic Hall , New-street, Birmingham. Zetland , Masonic Hall, Tofts, Cleckheaton. 1332 , Unity, Masonic Hall , Crediton, Devon. 603, 1060, Marmion , 14, Church-street, Tamworth. Anchor, Masonic Hall North Allcrton. 624, Abbey, Masonic Hall , Union-street, Burton-upon-Trent. Boroug Bull Hotel Burnley, 1337, , 1064, h, , Lancashire. '345, Victoria , Cross Keys Hotel , Eccles, Lancashire. 650, Star-in-the-East, Great Eastern Hotel, Harwich. 1088, Royal Edward, Masonic Club, Market-street, Stalybriclge. Freemasons' Hall , Bristol. 1369, Bala , Plas Coch Hotel , Bala, North Wales. 686, Jerusalem , 109 1, Ernie, Masonic Hall , Chappie Place, Ivybrid ge, Devon. St. Bartholomew, Anchor Hotel , Wednesbury, J 393, Hairier, Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool . 696, Staffs. 1094, Temple, Masonic Hall , Hope-street, Liverpool. Fitzalan Panmure, Masonic Hall, Barrack-road , Aldershot. 1432 , , Wynnstay Arms Hotel, Oswestry. 723, noi, Grey Friars, Masonic Hall, Reading. 1459, Ashbury, Justice Birch Hotel , West Gorton, nr. Manchester. 764, Harbour of Refuge, Masonic Hall, West Hartlepool. 1135, Concord, Masonic Hall , 127, High-street, Ilfracombe. Windsor Castle, Masonic Hall, St. Albans-street Windsor. 1492 , Alma Mater, Red Lion Hotel , Cambridge. . . 771, , 1140, Ashton, Midland Hotel , Withington , Lancashire. 1512, Hemming, Red Lion 789, Dunheved , Masonic Hall , Launceston. , Hampton. 1 ijg, Rutland , Rutland Hotel , Ilkeston , Derbyshire. 1662, Homfray , Masonic Hall, Risca , Monmouthshire. 814, PaTiett and Axe, Tosvn Hall, Ciewkeme. 1181, De la Pole, Masonic Hall, Station-road, Seaton, Devon. ¦ Royal Alfred, Masonic Temple, Jersey. 594, Cedewain, Public Rooms, Newtown, Montgomery. 877, 1193, Doric, White Hart Hotel , Wymontlham, Norfolk. 1776 , Land port , Freemasons' Hall, Commercial-road , Landport. 893, Royal Edward. Royal Oak , Leominster. 1209, Lewises, Royal Hotel , Ramsgate,. India Arms Hotel , High-street Gosport. 1821, Atlingworth , Royal Pavilion , Bri ghton. 903, Gosport, , 134 8, Denison , Masonic Hall , Scarborough. 186 Sandown St. Aubyn , Ebrington Masonic Hall, Granby-st., Devonport. 9, , Masonic Hall , Sandown, Isle of Wight. 954, 1365, Vale of Catmos, George Hotel, Oakham, Rutland. 1872, St. Margaret 's, Maple-street, Surbiton. 973, Royal Somerset, Masonic Hall , Frome. 1342 , Walker, F.M.H., Grainger-st. West, Newcastle-on-Tyne. The Four Cardinal Virtues, Royal Hotel 1887, St. Hilda , George Hotel , Wallingford, Berkshire. 979, , Crewe. 1356 , Toxteth , 80, North Hill-street, Liverpool. 18 86 Hesketh, Grapes Inn , Croxton , near Preston. 92, Wallington , Public Hall , Carshalton. 9 , 1400, Curwen , School Rooms, Harrington , Cumberland. 2001, Narberth, Rutzen Hotel Narberth Pembrokeshire. , Neyland, S. Wales Hotel , New Milford . , , 990 1493, Robin Hood , Mechanics' Institute, Eastwood , Notts. 3028, Granite, Narborough Hotel, Narborough, Leicestershire. 1073, Greta, Keswick Hotel, Keswick. j^47, Liverpool , Masonic Hall, Hope-street, Liverpool. St. Maughold, Masonic Hall , Ramsey, Isle of Man. 2091, Castlcberg, Ashfield Hotel , Settle, West Yorkshire. 1075, 1582 , Llanidloes, Trcwythen Arms Hotel, Llanidloes, N. Wales. 210 Ethcldreda White Hart Hotel 1120, St. Milburga , Tontine Hotel, Ironbrid ge. 7, , , Newmarket. 1588, Prince Leopold, Masonic Hall, Stretford , Lancashire, 3189, Ashburton , Commercial Hotel , Ashburton , Devon. 1138, Devon, Masonic Hall , Newton Abbott. 1643, Perseverance , M.H., Carr-st., Hebburn-on-Tyne, Durham. LODGES OF I NSTRUCTION . 1214, Scarboroug h, Station Hotel , Batley, Yorks. 1663, Hartismere, Masonic Hall , Carr-strcct, Eye, Suffolk. 1250, Gilbert Grecnall , Masonic Rooms, Warrington. 1715, Arthur John Brogden , M.H., Grange-over-Sands,Lancashire. 47, Ncwstead, Bromley House, Angel-row, Nottingham, at 7.30 1267, Kenlis, Oddfellows' Hall , Egremont, Cumberland. 17S3, Albert Edward , F.M.H ., Fitzwilliam-street, Huddersfield. 51, Angel , Three Cups Hotel , Colchester. 1312, St. Mary, White Hart Hotel , Booking, Essex. 184 8, Ferrum , Masonic Hall , Middlesbrough. 70, St. John , Huyshe Masonic Temple, Princcs'-pl., Plymouth. 1314, Acacia, Bell Hotel , Bromley, Kent. 1855, St. Maurice, Working Men 's Hall , Plympton , Devon. 77, Freedom , New Falcon Hotel, West-street, Gravesend , at S.30 1347 , Lome, Greyhound Hotel , Sutton, Surrey. 1S79, Lord Warkworth, Green's Buildings, High-street, Amble, 139, Britannia , Freemasons' Hall , Sheffield. 1402, Jordan , Masonic Hall , Torquay. Northumberland. 158, Adam 's, Britannia Hotel , Sheerness, at 7.30. 1414, Knole, St. Nicholas Parish Room , London-rd., Sevenoaks. 1 920, Eurydice, Fox and Hounds Hotel , Surbiton , Surrey. 216, Harmonic, Adel phi Hotel, Lime-street, Liverpool. 1465, Ockenden , Talbot Hotel, Cuckfield , Sussex. 193 2, Whitworth, MasonicH., Dundas-st., Spennymoor," Durham 2S9, Fidel i ty, Masonic Hall , Carlton Hill, Leeds. 1476 , Blackpool , Clifton Arms Hotel, Black pool. 1947, Stanford , Town Hall, Hove, Sussex. 531, St. Helen s, Masonic Hall, Hartlepool , at 7.30. 1515, Bertie, Masonic Hall , Alfred-street, Oxford. 2046, Robinson , Bell Hotel , Week-street, Maidstone. 673, St. John 's, Masonic Hall , 22, Hope-street, Liverpool , at S. I54S, Baildon , Masonic Rooms, Northgate, Baildon , Yorks. 2109, Prince Edward, As. Hall , Heaton-moor, nr. Manchester. 731, Arboretum , Masonic Hall , Derby, at 7.30. 156°, Albert Edward , Freemasons' Hail, Leicester. 2156, Arthur Sullivan , Old Boar's Head Hotel , Corporation-street, 788, Crescent, King's Head Hotel , Twickenham, at 8. '513, Wilbraham , Blackhorse Hotel , County-rd., Walton-on-the Manchester. 10 50, Gundulph, King's Head Hotel , Rochester, Kent. Hill , Lancashire. 2187, Adur, Assembly Rooms, Henfield , Sussex. 11 82, Duke of Edinburgh, Masonic Hall, Hope-st., Liverpool , 7.30. 1782 , Machen , Swa n Hotel , Colshill , 120 Lewises, Balmoral Hotel Warwickshire. LODGES OF I NSTRUCTION . 9, , Broadstairs , at 7.30. 1837, Lullingstone, Masonic Hall, Wilmington, Kent. 122 Stour Valley, Masonic Hall , Sudbury, Suffolk , at 7. 20 Royal Kent Lodge of Anti 4, 1847, Ebrington , Masonic Temple, Stonehouse, Devon. , quity, Mitre Hotel , Chatham. 1360, Royal Arthur, Prince of Wales Hotel, Wimbledon , at 7-3° > 1883, William of Wykeham, Masonic Hall , Winchester. 117, Salopian , Music Hall Buildings, Shrewsbury. 1437, Liberty of Havering, Rising Sun Hotel , Romford , at 7. 1902, St. Cuthbert , King's Arms Inn , Bedlingto n , Northumberland 175, Vectis, Masonic Hall, John-street, Ryde, Isle of Wight, 7.15. 15 80, Cranbourne, Red Lion Hotel , Hatfield , at 7.30. 1914, St. Thomas's, Harecastle Hotel , Kidsgrove, Staffordshire. 186, Industry, Railway Hotel , West Hampstead, at 8.30. 1884, Chine, Masonic Hall , Shanklin , Isle of Wight. 2099, Ethelbert , Masonic Rooms, Heme Bay. 439, Scientific, Masonic Rooms, Fleece Inn , Main-st., Single)', 7. 1957, Grove, Cock Inn , Hazelgrove, at 8. 2104, Whitwell, F.M.H., Wellington-st., Stockton-on-Tees. 464, Cambrian, Masonic Hall , Haverfordwest, at 7.30, 1967, Beacon Court, Ghuznee Fort Hotel, New Brompton, Kent, 2136, St. Michael's, Chequers Hotel , Bishops Stortford . 574, Hope, White Hart Hotel , Newbury. at 7.30. 2164, St. Germans, Peel Castle Hotel , Peel, Isle ot Man. 602, North York, Freemasons' Hall, Middlcsboro'. R OYAL A RCH C HAPTERS . 787, Beaureper, Lion Hotel, Belpcr. LODGES OF I NSTRUCTION Bertha , Masonic Temp . 972, St. Augustine, Masonic Temple, Canterbury, at 8.30. 31, le, Canterbury. 36, Glamorgan , Masonic Hall , Working-street, Cardiff, at 97, Strict Benevolence, Masonic Hall , Park Terrace,Sunderland. 11 7.30. 1264, Neptune, Masonic Hall, Hope-street, Liverpool , at 7. 9, Sun, Square, and Compasses, F.M.H., Whitehaven, at 7.30! Mount Edgcumbe, Masonic Hall Fore-street 204, Caledonian , Freemasons' Hall, Cooper-street , Manchester. 299, Emulation Bull Hotel 1544, , , Camborne. ' , , Dartford . 1564, St. John 's, Prince of Wales Tavern , Knaphill, Surrey. 249, Mariner s, Masonic Hall, Hope-street, Liverpool. 371, Perseverance , Freemasons' Hall , Englefield-st., Maryport, 8. 1 01 250, Minerva, Masonic Hall, Dagger-lane, Hull. 406 6 , Ravensbourne, George Inn, Lewisham, at 8. , Northern Counties, Masonic Hall , Maple-st., Newcastle, 7. 2099, Ethelbert, Masonic Rooms, Heme Bay, at 8. 283, Wisdom , Swan Hotel , Haslingden. 463, East Surrey Lodge of Concord, Greyhound Hotel, Croydon, 370, St. George's, Masonic Hall, Chertsey. R OYA L A RCH CHAPTERS . . at 7-45- 603, Zetland , Masonic Hall , Tofts, Cleckheaton. 591, Buckingham, Masonic Hall , Aylesbury, at 8. 77, Hermes, Clarendon Hotel , Gravesend. 916, Hartington , Albion Hotel, Eastbourne. 662, Dartmouth , Masonic Rooms, Paradise-st., West Brotnwich 178, Harmony, Masonic Hall , King-street , Wigan. 2025, St. George, St. George's Hall, Stonehouse, Devon. 726, Staffordshire Knot, Swan Hotel, Stafford , at 8. 257, Friendshi p, 110, High-street, Portsmouth. M ARK LODGES . 814, 280 St. Wulstan ' Parrett and Axe, George Hotel, Crewkerne, at 8. , s, 95, High-street, Worcester. Freemasons' Hall Park-street 820, Lily, Greyhound Hotel , Richmond 285, Royal Cyrus, George ¦ lotel , Shepton Mallet. Canynges, , , Bristol . , Surrey, at 8. 21 Howe George Hotel Melton Mowbray. SSS. Sympathy, Swan Hotel , Wootton-under-Ed 290, Prosperity, Masonic Hall , South Parade, Huddersfield. , , , ge, at 7.30. 50, Temple Huyshe, Masonic Temple, Plymouth. 94°, Philanthropy, Freemasons' Hall , Wellington-st., Stockton. 298, Unity, Masonic Rooms, Ann-street, Rochdale. 900, Bute Masonic Hall 80 Integrity, Masonic Temple 54, Aldershot Military, Masonic Hall, Barrack-road, Aldershot. , , Working-street, Cardiff , at 7.30. 3 , , Commercial-street, Morley. Walnole, St. Giles-street, Norwich. 990. Sondes Masonic Hall East Dereham 66, Montagu , George Hotel , Stamford. 92, 47, , , , at 8. 4 151, Whitwell, Freemasons Hall, Maryport. '024, Bi. Peter, Masonic Hall , Maldon , at 7.30. 594, Downshire, Masonic Hall , Hope-street, Liverpool. 1086 , Walton Devonshire 155, Portal , Masonic Hotel , Frome, Somersetshire. , Skelmersdale Masonic Hall, Kirkdale, at 7.30. 625, , Norfolk Arms Hotel , Glossop. ' "9, St. Bede, Masonic Hall Grange-road 652, Industry, Victoria Hotel , Holmforth. 214, St. John s, Masonic Hall, Abergavenny. , , Jarrow, at 8. 32 Hereward , Bourr.e, Lincolnshire. 244, Marwood , Freemasons' Hall , Redcar at 8. 683, St. Woolo's, Masonic Hall, Newport, Mon. 7, , 292, Watling-street, Cock Hotel, Stony Stratford, Bucks. ,$' §'anlev > 2I4, Great Homer-street, Liverpool , at 8. 1283, Ryburn , Masonic Hall , Town Hall-street , Sowerby Brid ge. '38o, Skelmersdale, Queen ' Brownri hill 308, Etruscan, Freemasons' Hall , Caroline-street , Longton. s Hotel, Waterloo. 1564, gg, Prince of Wales Hotel, Knap , Woking. Benevolent , Masonic Hall, Hollands-road Teignmouth. ¦390, Whitwell , Masonic Hall , Millom Cumberland 316, , , , at 7.30. M ARK LODGES . K NIGHT TEMPLAR P RECEPTORIES . 4oo, Curwen, School Room, Church-rd., Harrington Cumberland. 2 , 15, St. George's, Masonic Hall , Gandv-street, Exeter. 31, All Souls, Masonic Hall, Weymouth. 4 v.ordan Masonic Hall, Park-street, Torquay. s ' ) e ' 187 , St. PeteT's, Masonic Hall, Tiverton, Devon . \e,\ ' r l' Three Crowns Hotel, North Woolwich, at 7.30. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16. 0rt Govcr-lane, Newquay, 329, Faithfull , Masonic Hall, Challoner-street, Cockermouth. ifi 0' D ' at 7. 313, Lawrence, Chorley, Lancashire . C RAFT LODGES . u3 ?rownrife'g. Alexandra Hotel, Kingston Hill, at 8. nclent Briton , Masonic Hall K KIGHTS TEMPLAR . 127, Union , Freemasons' Hall, Margate. i«» ?, , Hope-street, Liverpool. Virtue Freemasons' Hall Cooper-street Manchester. 7°3, Albert Edward, F.M.H., Fitzwilliam-street 69, Cabbell , Masonic Rooms St..Giles-street, Norwich. 152 , , , , , Huddersfield , 8. , 47, 271, Royal Clarence, Royal Pavilion , Brighton. OYAL RCH 13 Sussex Preceptory and Southdown Priory, Southdown R er of A C HAPTERS . 5, 318, True and Faithful, Freemasons' Hall, Helston, Cornwall. Kent ChaP' Antiquity, Hotel, Eastbourne. 11?' v?^ Sun Hotel, Chatham. 347, Noah's Ark, Star Hotel, Bloomlield-road , Tipton. »,,' Y'S'lance, Masonic Hall , Archer-street, Darlington. R ED C ROSS . tit. Royal Sussex Lodge of Emulation Swindon. Justice , Masonic Hall , 3J> , Masonic Hall , Gower-street, Derby, 44, Byzantine, Freemasons' Hall, Leicester. , Royal Forest, Hark to Bounty Inn, Slaidburn, Yorkshire, "si J udea, Masonic Rooms 401 . , Hanover Buildings, Keighley. 404, Watford , Freemasons' Hall. Watford. *'». kssex, White Hart Hotel , Chelmsford. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15. ' 460, Sutherland Lodge of Unity, Castle Hotel , Newcastle-tinder- „'• £.ldel'ty. Masonic Hall , Carlton Hill, Leeds. CRAFT LODGES . Lyme. ' Fynte> Masonic Hall, Bath. Relief «°HI. Merlin 43, , Grey Mare Hotel , Bury, Lancashire. 475, Bedfordshire Lodge of St. John the Baptist, T.H ., Luton. , Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Carmarthen. J6, Howard Lodge of Brotherl y Love, Town Hall, Arundel. 516, Phoenix, Fox Hotel , Stowmarket. ' L?rtsmouth, Masonic Hall, Highbury-street, Portsmouth, 66o lr 57, Humber, Freemasons' Hall, Osborne-street, Hull. 541, De Loraine, Freemasons' Hall , Newcastle-on-Tyne, It ' £- >g Edwin , Freemasons' Hall, Malton. 71, Unity, Masonic Hall, Lowestoft. St. Germain , The Crescent Selby. 9, iiryn, Masonic Hall 566, , , Portmadoc, Carnarvonshire. 98, St. Martin 's, Town Hall, Burslem. 652, Holme Valley, Victoria Hotel, Holmfirth , Yorks. 663, Wiltshire Lodge of Fidelity, Masonic Hall , Devizes. ACCIDENT INSURANCE COM- WILLING'S SELECTED THEATRICAL 713, Lindsev, Masonic Hall , Louth. PLY , LIMITED. PROGRAMME. 818, Philanthropic, Masonic Hall , Abergavenny. , Prince of Wales, Masonic Hall , Stow-on-the Wold. ST. SWITHIN'S LAN E O , E.C. 951 io, , LOND N DRURY LANE THEATRE. 975, Rose of Denmark, Greyhound Hotel , Richmond. 1034, Eccleshill , Freemasons' Hall, EccleshiU , near Bradford. General Accidents. | Personal Injuries. Every Evening at 7.30, THE A RMADA . 1074, Underley, Masonic Rooms, Kirkbv Lonsdale. Railway Accidents. | Deaths by Accident. AD ELPHI THEATRE. 1096, Lord Warden , St. George's Hall , Deal. Every Evening at 8, THE UNION JACK ; at Ottley C. HARDING, Manager. 7.15, j/Hg 1108, Royal Wharfedale , M.R., Borough Gate, , Yorks. LOTTERY TICKET. 122 Stour Valley M.H., Market Hill , Sudbury, Suffolk. 4, , VAUDEVILLE THEATRE. 1232, Hereward , Angel Hotel , Bourne, Lincolnshire. 1311, Zetland, Masonic Hall , Great George-street, Leeds. Every Evening at 8.30, J OSEPH ' S SWEETHEART ; at 7.4c 1330, St. Peter's, Th ree Swans Hotel, Market, Harborough. J . H. SANSOM , THE BR OTHERS. '3S1, Cape, Brooklands Hotel , Sale, Cheshire. GAIETY THEATRE. Park-terrace, 1389, Fenwick, Masonic Hall , Sunderland. Every Evening at 9.40, Lot at S.30, FAUST Ancient College, Maidstone 49; UP TO 1725, Douglas Gateway, . SHIRT MANUF ACTURER , DATE. 1739, Carnarvon , Masonic Rooms, Church Gresley, Derbyshire. IJ73, Albert Victor, Town Hall , Pendleton , Lancashire. Hosier, Glover, and Outfitter , COMEDY THEATRE. 1794, De Vere, Masonic Hall, Nottingham. Every Evening at 9, U NCLES AND A UNTS ; at s 3063, St. Osyth's Priory, Royal Hotel , Clacton-on-Sea. THE SPY. ' 3078, St. Lawrence, Masonic H., Manley-st., Scunthorpe, Lincoln 299, MARE STREET (Opposite Morning Lane), PRINCE OF WALES'S THEATRE. IIOI Bramston Beach Masonic Hall, Godalming, , , Surrey. Every Evening at 8,30, DOROTHY ; at 7.40, W 22 1, Talbot, Talbot House School , Old Trafford , Stretford. ARRANTED 3 BURGLAR PR J OF. LODGES OF I NSTRUCTION . HACKNEY , LONDON. 20 YEARS, SAVOY THEATRE. 12 Lennox Masonic Hall Newbiggin , Richmond, Yorks ESTABLISHED OVER 3, , , , at 8. Every Evening at THE Y EOMEN OF THE Freemasons' Hall Park-street 8.15, GUARD - 187, Royal Sussex, , , Bristol , at 7. ' 225, St. Luke's, Hive Assembly Rooms, Ipswich, at 8. at 7.20, MRS. JARRAMIE ' S GENIE. 265, Royal Yorkshire, Masonic Rooms, Keighley, at 8. Shirts to order, made on the premises, 6 for 32/-, 38/-, llf- > GLOBE THEATRE. 306, Alfred , Private Rooms, 23, Albion-street , Leeds, at 7.30. Every Evening at 8.30, T HE MONK 'S ROOM ; at S.o 326, Moira , Freemasons' Hall , Park-street, Bristol , at 7. THAT TELEGRAM. ' ' 10J1, Zetland, Masonic Hall, Alexandra-sq., Saltash, Cornwall, 8. T ERRY'b THEATRE. 1462 , Wharncliffe, Rose and Crown Hotel, Penistone. Every SWEET LAV ENDER. 1802, Vernon, Exchange Buildings, East Retford, Notts. THE "RE PRESSUS. " Evening at 8.30, Br R OYAI. LETTERS PATENT. 1993, Wolselej-, Town Hall Buildings , 74A , King-st., Manchester. TOOLE'S THEATRE. , Bristol (Province), Freemasons' Hall, Park-street, Bristol , at 7. INDISPENSABLE FOR GENTLEMEN. Every Evening at 8.15, PEPITA. C HAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . AVENUE THEATRE. 79, Pythagorean , Portland Hotel , London-st., Greenwich, at 8. Every Evening at 8.0, N ADGY . 897, Loyalty, Masonic Rooms, Hall-street, St. Helens. COURT THEATRE. 946, Strawberry Hill , Greyhound Hotel, Richmond, S.W. Every Evening at 9, M AMMA ; at 8, Cox AND BOX. R OYA L ARCH C HAPTERS . ROYALTY THEATRE. 521, Truth, Freemasons ' Hall , Fitzwilliam-street, Huddersfield. Every Evening at 8.30, CLARA SOLEIL. 586, Elias De Derham , Masonic Hall , Salisbury. SHAFTESBURY THEATRE. 622 St Masonic Hall , Wimborne. , . Cuthberga, Every Evening at 8.0, A LIKE IT. 839, Royal Gloucestershire, Bell Hotel , Gloucester. s You 1146 , De Moulham , Town Hall , Swanage. SURREY THEATRE. 1428 , United Service, Freemasons' H . Commercial-rd., Landport. Every Evening at 7.30, YOUTH. M ARK LODGES . In use, containing 10 pair of Trousers. A Patent Presser, NIAGARA IN LONDON. Stretcher andTortable Tronser Wardrobe, price £3 3s. 165, Egerton, Masonic Chambers , 9, Hamilton-st., Birkenhead. , Open Daily, 11 to n. Grand Panorama of NIAGARA. 186, Wulfruna , Star and Garter Hotel , Wolverhampton. complete. MADAME TUSSAUD & SONS' EXHIBITION. 329, De La Pole, 59, Charlotte-street , Hull. Sole Patentees and Inventors— Open 10 till 10. Portrait Models of Past and Present 367 Gladsmnir, Red Lion Hotel , Barnet. WHITAKEE & CO., Tailors and Military Outfitters, Celebrities. R OSE C ROIX C HAPTER . 43, Conduit Street , London, W. ROYAL AQUARIUM. 16, Talbot. Freemasons' Hall , Sheffield. Open 12 j close n.30. Constant Round of Amusement. TESTIMONIALS ON APPLICATION . K NIGHTS TEMPLAR . EM PIRE THEATRE OF VARIETIES. 30, Holy Cross, Huyshe Masonic Temple, Plymouth. Every Evening at 8.0, Grand Variety Entertainment and 36, Jacques de Molay, Masonic Temple, 23, Hope-st., Liverpool. Two Grand Ballets. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17. ALHAMBRA THEATRE OF VARIETIES. CRAFT LODGES . MEUPHROS INE , Every Evening at 8.0, Variety Entertainment. Two Grand 30S, Prince George, Pri. Ro., Bottoms, Eastwood, Todmorden. Ballets, &c. *Z 370, St. George's, Masonic Hall , Chertsey. The only Absolutel y Safe and ci^ CANTERBURY THEATRE OF VARIETIES. 410, Grove, Sun Hotel , Kingston , Surrey. ^ Every Evening at Grand Variety Entertainment "' * 7.35, , &c. 416, Surrey, Public Hall, Reigate. Certain Cure — w "f^ y> ^ e\ 811, Yarborough, Royal Pavilion , Bri ghton. ^ Z** 1146, De Moulham , Mowlem Institute, Swanage, Dorset. for 2035, Beaumont, George Hotel, Kirkburton , Yorkshire. B^rS^^ LODGE OF I NSTRUCTION . ^^^^ C 478, Mersey, Hamilton-square, Birkenhead. T SL R OYA L ARCH CHAPTER . Bunter's Instantly.. 68, Royal Clarence, Freemasons' Hall , Bristol. M ARK LODGE . "L-tff '^V ' *^ f*f&. Guaranteed to contain no \^*fV\y 305, Beaconslield , Chequers Hotel, High-street, Walthamstow. ¦$$ >*^>-<^ * Opium , Morphia, Chloral, an cheats. 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