Society into which men of large and men of moderate means have been THE COST OF MASONR Y. equally eligible to be admitted , but it is not , nor has it ever been contemplated , that men without visible means of subsistence should Is Masonry expensive ? " is a question that is often asked , but seldom " be received into our ranks. Thus, as the doors of our Society are answered satisfactorily, not because the respondent is in any way anxious opened indifferently to the men of rank and opulence , and the truth , or to exaggerate or underestimate the charges which lo conceal the honest tradesman and mechanic or artisan of moderate means, who a Mason incurs, but from the inherent difficulty under which every one must live in reputable circumstances , it is not necessarily expensive, though—• labour when he seeks to draw general conclusions fro m individual cases. using the word in an unfavourable sense—it may undoubtedl y be made so by the safest answer that can be given is that which is conveyed in the Perhaps indulgence in expenditure which , as it is not called for by any of the absolute oracular form of " All depends." No brother who replied in these terms requirements of Masonry, can have no other effect than to lower it in the expose himself to any more serious charge than that of having would world s estimation. Thus it is in Masonry as in other organisations—the cost answered vaguely, while for ourselves we should be—indeed , we are—in- depends chiefl y upon what the members, singularly or collectively, may choose clined to think that in its vagueness lies the chief merit of the answer. " All to make it , not upon an)' special rules or prescri ptions pertaining to it. What depends— " on what ? Aye, there's the rub. To furnish anything like an is necessary in connection with Masonry is not costly, neither does it furnish acceptable answer to this further question a man need possess the analytical occasion for needless extravagant outlay . As to what is to be found outside which have in many instances been exhibited by the German pro- powers this limit , we say again, as oracularl y as ever— " All depends. " fessor of philosophy or theology, or, better still , perhaps, by the German annotator on a Greek play. The latter in the case of those plays in which there is a fair number of difficult or GRAND LODGE CALENDAR, 1894 obscure passages, or where the hiatus valde dejlendi occur with exceptional frequency, has exhibited so much ingenuity in " The Freemasons' Calendar and Pocket Book for the year 1894 " is a furnishing a variety of both possible and impossible interpretations of the most welcome sight to me, and doubtless so also to many other Craftsmen. former and in filling the latter with lines which a Greek poet in his senses There is no Masonic annual more carefull y prepared , more deserving of would never have dreamt of writing, that the difficulty which the student support , or more exhaustive as to information , published anywhere through- experiences who is for the first time called upon to interpret , say, the out the " wide, wide world," and its compact arrangement adds much to its "Agamemnon " of /Ticchylus in classic English , is not so much to appreciate the usefulness and acceptability. The printer is Bro . George Kenning, who is beauties of the play as to explain why the German annotator should have ex- lhe official publisher of Grand Lodge, and is also the printer and publisher of pended so much of his undoubted analytical power in betraying his absolute the " Cosmopolitan Masonic Calendar ,'' which completes the information as insensibility lo all noetic beauty. Thus when a friend or casual acquaintance lo the forei gn Grand Lodges , and Degrees of all kinds, other than the f ii'Sf . propounds to us the question , " Is Masonry expensive?" we reply with all three and the Royal Arch. the solemn dignity of an ancient oracle, " All depends," and when the further I .ast year s issue appeared to be complete and as near perfection as query is put to us, " Depends on what , " we answer with an equal amount possible, but 1S94 contains a new feature, which will be appreciated by those of solemnity—" on an infinite variety of circumstances," which the querist as fond of statistical information as the writer , viz., the total of the chapters would do well to consider in the first place separately and then in under each Prov. Grand Chapter. The last lod ge number in 1S93 Calendar concatenation. Thus, the question whether Masonry is or is not ex- was 2455, now it is 2492, so that 37 new lodges have been warranted in the pensive may be assumed to depend , in the first instance, on the further interim. As the roll is given to a few weeks prior to the end of the year question , what does the querist mean by the term Masonry ? Does 1S93, Bro . John Lane, the authority on such matters , has kindl y furnished he mean Craft Masonry pure and simple, or Craft and Arch Masonry ; me wilh the fi gures to the 31st December last. Six more charters were Craft , Arch , and Mark Masonry ; Craft , Arch , Mark , and Templar granted than the list exhibits, 2493, Westmorland ; 2494, North and East Masonry ; and so on , sing ly or in conjunction in parties of two, Yorkshire ; 2495, West Lancashire ; 2496, Cheshire ; 2497, Northumberland ; three , or more, throughout the whole category of all the various rites that and 2498, Transvaal. These raise the new warrants to 43 since the publica- were ever invented by the Ramsays, the Cagliostros , the Zinnendorfs , tion of the Calendar for 1893, and make the totals as follow : and other experts and impostors that have lived to vex the world wilh anno- In the Metropolitan district there 403 lodges, 1223 in the Provinces, 463 tations and emendations of the grand old Craft of Masonry. However , in the Colonies and Abroad and three in Military Corps, making 2092 011 the having at length and after the utmost patience completed this, which is only roll at the present '.ime. The grand total includes 22 lod ges removed in the first stage in the inquiry, we find ourselves under the necessity of calling upon error from the Calendar of 1S93 and duly reinstated in the one for 1894, our querist to state further what particular kind of Craft or other Masonry Many of the Provincial Grand Lodges in England contain a much larger he is desirous of ascertaining the cost of. Is it Craft Masonry as it is under- number of lodges than several fore ign Grand Lodges rolled into one. West stood , and practised in England, Ireland , Scotland ; in such European Lancashire has now 10S lodges, presided over by the M.W. Pro Grand countries as Germany, Sweden, Denmark, orin such other European Countries Master of England, the Earl of Lathom , and East Lancashire makes a close as France, Italy, Spain ; in the United States of North America ; or where second with only one less, thus making 215 in that count)'. West Yorkshire not ? Having completed this stage and determined which particular follows as the third in size wilh ils 76, having the Right Hon. W. L. kind of Craft or other Masonry it is we are inquiring about, we find that the Jackson as its chief , the R.W. Bro. Thomas W. Tew, J.P., having resigned l>articularcost of (say) Craft Masonry depends on the lodge we join , which , in owing to ill-health , to the regret of every member. Kent is fourth with 59, its turn , depends on the class of men who constitute its members. These again (he Ear! of Amherst , Prov. G.M. irom 1S60 ; Devon is fifth with 52, over are dependent on the characters they severally possess, while the which Lord Ebrington presides ; Hampshire and the Isle of Wight sixth , " characters have been variously formed according to the surroundings among with 48, the R.W. Bro. W. W. B. Beach , M.P., being the Prov. G.M.; which their respective owners have been trained and educated. Having Cheshire making a good seventh , with its 45 lodges, and has the Lord gratified our couriosity in respect of all these several points, in all their Egc'ton of Tatton as its Ruler. The oilier big Provinces are Middlesex , 39 several stages and classes, the next duty which will devolve upon our querist Surrey, 38 ; Durham , 36; Essex, 34; Warwickshire, 31; North and East; will be to define the meaning which he attaches to the term " expensive," York shire, 31 ; Staffordsh i re, 31 ; Cornwall , 30; and Sussex, 30. m order that we may so far frame our answer as not to find ourselves in Some of the District Grand Lod ges are also very large and prospero us, conflict wilh other people, whose ideas about cxpcnsivcncss more or less differ such as Benga l , 43 lodges ; Bombay, 24 ; Punjab , 23 ; Madras, 22; and fro m our querist 's and our own. But not to exhaust the patience of our with eight for Burma , making a total for East India of 120, being an increase readers, the question— "Is Masonry Expensive?"—is one that cannot be of 12 since 1889. For South Africa there are St lodges, the largest District answered directly. We have had a fairl y long and varied experience of the being that for the eastern part , numbering 30. In Queensland the Grand '-raft. We have seen it under favou rable and unfavo u rable conditions , in Lodge of Eng land has 40 lodges, one in Victoria , 12 in Western Australia, lodges that arc known to be exclusive, and in those into which admission is and one at Albany. The JNfew .Zealand brethren still muster large ly for the reverse of difficult , and the only answer we arc able to formulate to English rule , there being 85 on our roll , but possibl y a quarter of that number ¦he question are in a dormant state. There are now only three military lodges, situated which forms part of the opening sentence of this article , is that in the 1st Royal Regiment , the and Reg 'no cost 31st S91I1 iments of Fool. Time was of Freemasonry depends princi pally upon what a man makes it. It when they might be reckoned almost by hundreds under the Grand Lodges may prove expensive even to the rich member ; it may be found very inex- of England , Ireland , and Scotland , but the need for them , under existing pensive even by the man of moderate means. Freemasonry, in the guise it circumstances , has passed away. As pioneers of " Masonic Light " in the nns worn during the greater part of the last two centuries , has been a " days long ago ," _ thcy were always to the front and did " yeoman service," especially in forei gn parts. Eleven centenary jewel warrants have been added to the roll of lodges From North to South—from East to West, O, wond'rous legacy of the Past !— having worked for too years or more, beginning with No. 205, and then On many a ruined shrine, O, legend quaint, of old, which possibl On many a crumbling- edifice, Which in thy pleasant Fellowship introducing 10 from 290 to 300 inclusive, omitting No. 297, y On Fome fabric still divine : D jst also loving hearts enfold ! will be in the Calendar for 1895. Eighteen Royal Arch chapters have _ The tokens of our 13r< tlieihood How should each Craftsman loyally centenary jewel warrants, of which, and much else full particulars are given. Yet all mysterious stare, Stand by that banner fair, Then there are the rolls of Provincial Grand Masters from the earliest times, Proclaiming ever to us still , Which in unfaltering voice proclaims the list of erased lodges, the names of all the Grand Officers from 1814, and Our Craft is everywhere ! Our Craft is everywhere. , before a rich mine of particulars on so many other points that I conclude At the building of King Solomon s- Temple, you will lemetvtbcr that no congratulating all concerned in the preparation attempting more, by warmly work was allowed to pass the gates, but such as was duly approved, and that of this most accurate, useful , and comprehensive Masonic calendar. no craftsman was entitled to receive his wages until that had been done. So HUGHAN. W. J. in ancient mythology we find the world was divided into two realms— Elysium , the abode of the Gods and the Infernal Regions ; and each of PROVINCIAL GRAND MARK LODGE OF CUM BERLAND these was accessible by three gates, through which mortals had to pass. And in tic Gehcni a of the Jews th. re were th ec gates, or openings, which were AND WESTMORLAND. supposed to be situated in the wilderness, in the sea, and at Jerusalem. Allusions to gates are also frequent in the Holy Scripture—e.g., Gates of A special meeting of the above Provincial .Grand Lodge was held in Heaven and Gates of Death ; whilst on the triumphal arch of the beautiful Freemasons' Hall, College-street , Whitehaven , on Tuesday, the l6th instant, Church of S. Maria Maggiore at Rome, there is still to be seen a represen- presided over by Bro. Col. F. R. Sewell , D.P.G.M., for the purpose of re- tation of a symbolic gateway, arched over, at the bottom of a geometrical commending a brother to the M.W.G.M. for the office of Provincial Grand staircase, another midway up, and the third at the top, all symbolic of the Master. Gates of Heaven , which are opened to admit all who have faithfully per- Bro. P. DE E. COLLIN, P.M. 151, P.G.D. Eng., moved—" That Bro. formed their duty to God , their neighbours, and themselves. May we not, Col. F. R. Sewell be the brother for recommendation ," which was seconded brethren , apply the same symbolic teaching to the three gates of our Mark by Bro. E. B. PENRICE, P.M. 151, P.P.J.G.W., and ably supported by Bro. Degree with much advantage ? Rev. W. Cree, P.P.G.C. The motion was put for confirmation by Bro. COLLIN, and it was unani- The regulations at the gates of King Solomon s Temple were both neces- mously agreed to with hearty applause, in the presence of a large gathering sary and wise, so as to ensure the reception of good and true work only, and of Mark Masons. by them we are surely symbolically taught to try all our actions by the Provincial Grand Lodge was then closed . square of virtue, that we may finally enter the gates of the new Jerusalem, and receive our wages from the Grand Overseer of the Universe. In fine, brethren , the Mark Degree typifies the trial of the Great Day PROVINCIAL GRAND LODGE OF BANFFSHIRE when every man's work will be tested by the Grand Overseer's Square, whether it be good or bad ; and so the morals of Freemasonry are the same The annual communication of this Provincial Grand Lodge was held in as those of Christianity, bc.ause they are alike drawn from the same source, the St. John's Lodge Room , Banff , on Saturday, the 20th instant. In the and built upon the same sure foundation of the Volume of the ' Sacred Law. unavoidable absence of both the Prov. Grand Master and his Depute, R.W. Indeed , the resemblance between Christianity and Freemasonry is very Bros. Capt. W. T. Reid and W. F. D. Stewart, the lod ge was opened and striking, and may be traced in many respects. And Bro. William James presided over by Bro. Capt. W. R. Arnold , R.A., P.M., P.Z. 1789 (E.C), Hughan , who is, I suppose, one of the greatest of our living Masonic and J .\V. 52 (S.C). authorities, goes so far as to say, in his preface to Bro. Crowe's " Master The brethren present were Bros. J. Geddes, P.M. 224; A. L. Gillan , Masons' Handbook ," that , although all direct Christian references were P.M. 746 ; J. Gray, P.M. 653 ; F. W. Cooper , R.W.M. 52 ; J. Geddes, eliminated from Craft Masonry during the last century, " even now it is quite S.W. 92; VV. Simpson , A. Scott , W. J. Marsden , 92; J. Smith , 713 ; easy to illustrate the fact that the Society of Freemasons was originally a S. Lyall, S.W. 653 ; A. Dick , A. Pennie, A. Henderson , F. Watt, 52 ; Christian body, by an appeal to the ritual still in use." Let me, however, draw and J. Macdonald , P.M. 589, Prov. G. Sec. your attention to one or two instances. The Church of Christ is one, un- Before the Prov. Grand Lodge was opened , the P ROV . G RAND S ECRE - divided and undivisible, being " built upon the foundation of the apostles TARY read a telegram from the R.W. Prov. Grand Master authorising Bro. and prophets, Jesus Christ being the chief corner-stone ; " and it is aptly Arnold to preside at that meeting, and also to the effect that he had appointed compared to a " building fitly framed together, and growing into an holy Bro. Arnold Substitute Master of that Provincial Grand Lodge in succession temple in the Lord ." So Freemasonry is one. Go where you will in the to the late R.W. Bro. James Simpson , who was accidently killed on the world , and you will find one bond of unity and brotherhood , all its members morning of the ist December last by being thrown out of his trap. arc stones of one building, some rough ashlars, some made more or less Prov. Grand Lodge was then opened by Bro. Arnold, and the business as smooth and perfect , but still all stones of one great temple. follows proceeded with : Minutes of last meeting read and confirmed. Again , when first initiated , the Freemason pledges himself to the practice The Prov. Grand Treasurer's report for the past year was read and of every social and moral virtue, and the Christian is pled ged at his baptism adopted. to the service of that God into whose family he is then received. Yet, both The election , appointment, and installation of office-bearers as follows Christians and Freemasons are, alas, found who are very far from carry ing les to which they have been ledged, and so, the shortcomings then took place : out the princi p p of both are urged against the systems they represent. But such reasoning Bro. Capt. W. R. Arnold, P.M., P.Z. (E.C), • Substitute Prov. G, 1789 _ is surely not just , brethren , in either ca;-e. If men do not act up to their J.W. (S.C.) ...... j Master. 52 profession , that cannot be an argument against the profession, but rather James Gray, P.M...... Prov. S.G.W. „ 653 proves from the fact that unworthy Christians and Freemasons are looked „ Capt. C Grant, P.M...... Prov. J.G.W. J. 746 upon as inconsistent—that Christianity as a religion and Freemasonry as a „ A. L. Gillan , P.M...... Prov. G.Treas. ¦ 749... system of morals are alike good. „ John Macdonald , P.M. =589 .. ... Prov. G. Sec. „ Rev. W. R. Pirie, B.A., 713 ...... Prov. G. Chap. But ,—and this is most important for all to remember—as the whole „ J. Clarke, 746 ...... Prov . S.G.D. exceeds the part, there is a vast difference between the teachings of „ Capt. J.J. George, R.W.M. 653 ...... Prov. J.G.D. Christianity and the maxims of Freemasonry ; for the latter are only calcu- „ F. W. Cooper, R.W.M. 52 ...... Prov. G. Stwd . lated to regulate the outward actions of a man 's life, whilst the former go to ,, F. D. Robertson , 713 ...... Prov. G. Architect. the very root of man 's being, and strikes at the heart. Let none of us, then , .. G. G.Simoson, R.W.M. 02 ...... Prov. G. Teweller. brethren , rest satisfied with being proficient in and with the outward practice „ J. Geddes, P.M. 224 ...... Prov. G.D. of C of these precepts of Freemasonry—however excellent as they undoubtedly „ J. H. Smith, 289 ...... Prov. G.D. of M. a re—but strive, each one of us, to be made partakers of the rich blessings of „ J. Chalmers, P.M. 92 ...... Prov. G. Bible Br. the Gospel of our Saviour, so that our morality may not only be pleasing in „ J. Robertson , 713 ...... Prov. G.S.B. the sight of our fellow-men , but that it may also be acceptable in the sight „ J. Smith, 713 ...... Prov. G. Std. Br. of God , The Great Overseer of the Universe. „ A. Pennie, 52 ...... Prov. G.I.G. Thus may we hope to pass safely under the protection of the Great „ A. Scott,92...... Prov. G. Tyler. Overseer of the Universe through the journey of our life here, and, with His Bros. Lieut. Young, , and R. T. Mackay, were elected J. 746 589, hand still upholding us in the valley of the shadow of death , may we finall y Auditors. arise from the tomb of transgression to shine as the stars, for ever and ever. A vote of condolence to the widow and relatives of the late R.W. Bro. Amen. James Simpson , of Inverboyndie, was duly passed, and Provincial Grand Lodge was closed. It was decided that the next quarterly communication was to be held at DISPENSATION means properly a permission to dispense with the normal Dufftown. regulations of any institution or body, politic, social, or reli gious. In Free- After the meeting, the brethren of St. John 's Lodge , No. 52, Banff , masonry the power of dispensation is generally vested by the Book of Constitu- entertained Provincial Grand Lodge with suitable refreshment before the tions in the Grand Master, in some specified cases in the Provincial visiting brethren entrained for their homes. Grand Master alternatel y, and also in other specified cases in the District Grand Master. The Grand Master alone can grant a dispensa- tion , for non-residence of Provincial Grand Officers , for a brother to THE TRADITIONS AND SYMBOLISMS OF THE be Master of two lodges at the same time, and as is generall y understood to initiate more than five brethren in one ni ght. The Provincial Grand Master MARK DEGREE. can also, as well as the Grand Master, grant a dispensation for the Master of a lodge to continue more than two years in succession (Continued from page 26). (which , however , is properl y very seldom done), to initiate a minor, to allow the master of a tavern to hold office , to admit a Tyler or serving I think I may here very fitly repeat some appropriate lines written by our brother, for attendance on a Masonic funeral or other public procession , late learned Yorkshire brother , the Rev. A. F. A. Woodford , who was known to wear clothing at any funeral or public procession , to wear clothing, &c, at any to our Provincial Grand Master and many brethren here, including, I am ball , theatre , or assembly, or meeting, or at any place of public resort. District proud to say, myself : Grand Masters may grant provisional warrants or dispensations for the formation UBIOHK. of new lodges. It was formerly the practice that lodges in England could be holden under dispensation , previous to constitution under warrant , but we doubt How wonderful it seerrs, to think Jerusalem's all holy walls, the legality of any such procedure , according to a strict construction of the Eng- In this, our world , lo-day, Elephanta 's mystic cave, lish Book of Constitutions , which reserves this power of dispensation to lodges Wnere'er our hurr} ing ft otsteps rove, Where the sad 1 yrian ruins 'Mid lands all far away : I'nnge the blue sea wave ; under District Grand Masters alone, and it is not now done, we understand . For Where'er we go, where' er we rest— Where Egypt's mighty pyramiJs the remova l of one lod ge to another town the permission of the Provincial Grand Amid the desert's glare, Still startle pilgi ims there ; Master and concurrence of Grand Master are requisite , and no lod ge can be Or in the far and wond'rous West— Amid the temples of Peru— moved from one province to another without joint consent of Provincial Grand Our Craft is everywhere. Our Craft is everywhere. Master and Grand Master.— Kenning' s Cyclopedia of Freemasonry. ©ur portrait (Ballets of 'Odors bfpful Masters.

BRO. GEO. E. WARN BRO. FRANK JAMIESON BRO. CRISTOPHER FASOLA, W.M. Social Lodge, No. 93, Norwich, was initiated in the Bromley St. Leonard Lodge, No. W.M. Empire Lodge, No. 2108, 1805, in December, 1884, and served all the offices and was initiated in the Atlingworth Lodge, No. 1821, was Steward to the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys was initiated in November, 1888, in the Empire Lodge, Brighton , in 1879. On removing to Norwich he joined in 1893 with a list of £50. He is a Life Governor of and, after serving various offices with much credit to the Social Lodge, and having served through the various offices, was installed its W.M. on the 9th inst., this Institution , also the Royal Masonic Benevolent himself and profit to the lodge, was installed Wor- Institution. an account of the meeting being given in another shipful Master in January, 1893. He is also a com- column. Bro. Fasola, who is well-known as the founder panion of the Empire Royal Arch Chapter. Bro. and former proprietor of the Cafe Royal, Brighton , and Shakespeare's play of ' The Tempest is to be per- formed by the members of the Oxford University Dramatic Jamieson has served the following Stewardships for the for six or seven years the proprietor of the Cafe Royal Society, on Wednesday, the 31st inst. and following days. Institutions—four for the Benevolent Institution , th ree at Norwich, is deservedly popular as a caterer, an all- round sportsman, and a genial friend, and though he In all there will be six evening performances and two for the Boys', and one for the Girls', and has qualified matinees. The part of Miranda will be taken by Miss claims descent from Christopher Columbus, and is an Cockerall, and Miss Farmer will also be included in the as a Vice-Patron of the Benevolent Institution , and a Italian by birth , he is proud of being a naturalised cast, which will again be drawn largely from Trinity College. Life Governor of the Boy s' School. Englishman.

BOARD OF BENEVOLENCE that onl y four have failed, 157 having passed the ' ordeal successfully. These are gratif ying facts that ' Hvelant ) should be known to every one who is interested in the I The monthly meeting of the Board of Benevolence Royal Masonic Institution for Girls. ANNUAL DINNER OF THE THOMAS was held on Wednesday evening, at Freemasons' Hall. \ Bro. Robert Grey, P.G.D., President of the Board , pre- VALENTINE LOWE, No, 21. sided. Bros. James Brett, P.G.P., Senior Vice-Presi- dent, and C. A. Cottebrune, P.G.P., Junior Vice-Pre- Ikniobts TXompIm The annual dinner of the above lodge took place on sident, occupied their respective chairs. There were Friday evening, the 19th inst., in Crozier's Imperia also present Bros. E. Letchworth , G. Sec. ; W. Dodd , Mount Calvary Encampment (D).— Cafe, Belfast. There was a large attendance of mem- Neville Green and G. S. Recknell (representing the This old encampment met at the Inns of Court Hotel, bers, visitors, and lady friends. The dinner was served , Lincoln's Inn Fields, on th: 12th inst. Among Grand Secretary 's office) ; George B. Chapman, Chas. those in in excellent style by Bro. Crozier, who did everything attendance were Sir Knights C. Slater, E.C. ; L. Steele, in his power to merit the approval of the lod J. R. Tijou , W. Fisher, David D. Mercer, George P.E.C., ge. Bro. P.E.P., Prelate; N. Prower, M.A., ist Captain, Wm. Sterling, W.M., presided Gravcley, Wm. P. Brow n , William Vincent, Henry E.C. elect ; W. Maple, 2nd Captain ; Lieut. , and called upon the -Col. F. j. Secretary, Bro. R. B. Andrews Garrod, Charles Dairy, George R. Langley, James Stohwasser, P.E.C., P.E.P., Treas.; Capt. T. C. Waifs, , P.P.G.S.B., to read Bunker, S. H. Goldschmidt, Walter Downing, J. H. P.E.C., P.E.P., P.G.C. of Guards, Reg. ; Rev. R. C. the letters of apology which had been received from Matthews, Richard Eve, Walter Hopekirk , C. H Fillingham, M.A., Std. Br. ; F. W. Driver. M.A., P.E.C., the following brethren : Bros. Thomas Valentine, J.P., Webb, Wm. Radcliffe, C. W. Meiter, E. C. Talbot, G. P.E.K; H. J. Lardner, P.E.C., P.E.P. ; and B.Johnson. D.P.G.M. Antrim ; George Andrews, J.P. ; VVm. Visitors : Sir Knights Dr. T. W. Coffin , P.E.P., P.G.C.; Redfern Kelly, P.P.S.G.W. ; Rev. Richard Irvine, T. Brown , George Brown , James W. Burgess, Walter and H. H. Shirley, Philli don M.A., P.E.P., G.C. of Guards. D.D., P.G.C ; W. J. Morton , P.P.G.S.j and the ps, H. Massey, Walter Downing, ]. H. Lang , The minutes of the previous encampment having been read George Lavington , A. F. C. Dickson , W. Masters, R. officers of Lodge 664. and confirmed , Sir Knight L. Steele impressively installed After dinner had been partaken of A. Marshall , David Boski, A. Lefeber, James H. Brand , Sir Knight Nelson Prower , the W.M. gave a , M.A., as Eminent Commander. few toasts which were enthusiasticall W. T. Warner, and H. Sadler, G. Tyler. The following appointments and investitures took place : , y received, and The brethren first confirmed recommendations made Sir Knights C. Slater, Prelate ; W. Maple, 1st Captain ; duly responded to. to the Grand Master at the December meeting to the Rev. R. C. Fillingham, 2nd Captain; Lieut.-Col. F. J. On again rising, the WORSHIPFUL MASTER said that Stohwasser, they had now arrived at the most leasing amount of £380. There were 33 cases on the new list. Treas. ; Capt. T. C. Walls, Reg. ; H. Hills, p part of the These were qualified through lodges in the London Expert ; B. Johnson, C. of Lines ; Egbert Roberts, Org. ; evening's proceedings, and that was to make a presen- and Frater Kawles, E district, in Antigua Stonehouse, Burslem Chatham , querry. A Past Commander's jewel tation to Bro. W. H. Hicks, P.M., who had conducted , , was presented to Sir Kni ght C. Slater, and a vote of Kidderminster, Exeter, Lincoln , Liverpool , Tamworth , the business of the lodge during the past year in such thanks passed to the Installing Officers. The report of the an harmonious manner that it endeared him to all the Bristol, Guernsey, Loughton , Croydon, Dewsbury, and Audit Committee having been received and adopted, Plymouth In the course of nearly four hours' sitting apologies for non-attendance members, and he was pleased to be the medium of were received from Sir ing the brethren dismissed one of these and deferred three. Knights F. A. Philbrick , Q.C., Grand Chancellor; G. convey to Bro. Hicks a tangible proof of their The remainder were relieved with a total of .£630. Graveley, P.E.C. ; W. Paas, P.E.C. ; T. Wood, P.E.C. ; appreciation by presenting him with a Past Master's There were four recommendations to the Grand Master H. Hills, and others. jewel, Masonic pendant, and gold ring. for £40 each , and seven for ^30 each. Ten grants The encampment was then closed. A banquet followed. Bro. H ICKS suitab ly rep lied. Sir Knigh t H. H. Shirley responded were made of ,£20 each, four of ^10 each, and four of to the toast of " The A varied programme of songs and recitations were Officers of Great Priory." well rendered by Miss ' Hettie Bell , Miss McAl pine, £S each. The I.P.E.C. gave in very flattering terms " The Health Mr. T. H. Sterling, Bros. J. F. Scott , J. McAlpine, J. of the E.C." In the course of his speech he said that H. McKeown Sir Kni ht Nelson Prower had , W. Sterling, Martin Robertson , and g attained very high positions Andrews. ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR in the Craft, Arch, Mark, and other Degrees. That Jay he had taken upon himself yet another distinguished office We may here mention that Mr. Wm. Gibson con- GIRLS. and he believed that he would carry out the duties well. tributed much to the evening's entertainment by his The E.C , in reply, spoke in very comp limentary terms rendering of comic songs. During the evening Miss of several of the members who had Sincere congratulations are due to the Executive of assisted him in various Gibb acted very efficientl y as accompanist. Orders of Masonry, and whose friendship he valued m ost Bro. Minniece mani pulated the violin this admirable Institution , and especiall y to Miss Davis J. , and dancing highly. The proposer of the toast had truly said that he was commenced and kept up to an early hour in the and her teaching staff , on the excellent results, some- (the speaker) had tilled several prominent positions in what we suppose attained to by those of morning, when all separated well p leased with their re- unexpectedly, different Degrees. It would be invidious for him to speak union. the pupils who entered in December for the annual in praise of any one Degree in particular , they were all good. examination of the College of Preceptors. We say He hoped to be among the sir knights of the old Mount ' unexpectedly," because, in common with most other Calvary for many years and to do his best to enhance the We are glad to hear that Bro. Lord Herschell (Lord large schools, the one in question . suffered from an ex- prosperity of the encampment in every possible way. Chancellor) has so far recovered from his recent attack of tensive visitation Sir Knight Dr. Coffin responded for " The Visitors." influenza , that he is expected to be able to resume his of illness during the best part of last A fciv other toasts were given year, causing, of course, considerable interference with and the proceedings termi- official duties on Alonday next. the nated. During the evening Sir Kni ghts F. W. Driver and In the February number of course of study. It speaks volumes, therefore, for R. C. Fillingham contributed several recitations. " Cassell's Magazine " Mr. the good grounding and the sound work continuousl y Arnold White will open a discussion on the question , done, that out of irls who entered no less than " Shall our sons emigrate?" taking the affirmative view. 41 g 40 I he Duchess of Teck has graciously consented to dis- To the same number Mr. Herbert •successfully passed. It is interesting three Russell, son of the v/AU lo luok back tribute the prizes of the Post Ollice Riile Corps, of which known writer, Mr. Clark Russell, will contribute a years, and 10 find that for the four past examinations paper the Duke of Teck is the Honorary Colonel, at Guildhall on on " A Night in a Light Ship," which is illustrated by Mr. of the College 161 girls in all have been sent up and the 13th prox. Seppings Wright. 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Major Wilson's party , Would invite attention to their in Matabeleland , and shared the fate of that gallant Finding an universal feeling of dissatisfaction in the country with the resolution passed by last Grand LARGE AND WELL-SELECTED STOCK OF bod y. Mr. Harding, we understand , was educated at Chapter reducing the qualification ot a Master Mason GENERAL & FANCY STATIONERY, Felstead School and St. John's College, Cambridge. to take the Royal Arch Degree from a period of 12 Suitable for presents, such as Inkstands, Stationery, He was for a time a lieutenant in the Cambridge Uni- months from the date ot his being raised to one month , Cabinets, Ladies' and Gentlemen 's Dressing Bags, versity Rifle Corps. Full of active spirit and preferr- I Jiave given notice of my intention to propose the Travelling and Brief Bags, &c, all of which are enumer- non-confirmation of this resolution , and in the event ot ated in their sent free on appli- ing colonial adventure, he left for South Africa, and New Illustrated Catalogue, the minute not being confirmed 1 will cation. was appointed a lieutenant in Dyme's Mounted , propose a medium course—three months instead of 12 months. Rifles. Subsequently when the Basuto was settled, he I shall be glad if those who are favourajle to a com- served with the Natal Mounted and the Bechuanaland promise on the subject will attend to support my motion Go Corres ponoente Border Police. on the 7th February.—Yours fraternally, The following communications , amongst others, unavoidably * * * J. E. LE FEUVRE stand over : We offer to Col. Harding our heartfelt sympathy— January 22nd. CRAM LUDCIES . Temperance , No. lOu — Union , No. 127; 1 a feeling that will be shared by a large circle of Masonic Industry , No. 186 ; Alliance , No. 667 ; Kt-pose, No. £OJ ; Excelsior, MASONIC TOAS TS AND HONOURS. No. 104 a; Abbey, No. 1120 ; Acacia , No. 3321; and Clarence, friends by whom he is held in such affectionate regard No. 2386. To the Editor of the " Freemason." R OYAL AfcH—Prudence Chapter , No. 12. —on his sad bereavement. Nothing can repair such a M ARK — Egypt Lodge, No. 311. loss, but we trust it will be somewhat assauged by the Dear Sir and Brother, Ladies' Banquet of the Molesey Lodge, No. 2473. For some few years past there has been an knowled ge that in common with his companions , his inclination , in the Provinces, to depart from the estao- son so bravely met the inevitable. lished customs in the Fourth Degree ; such as, fur ft ^ n ^ ^ THE ^^ r ^ H instance, failing to give the usual Sire alter some ol the * * * toasts b substituting " F'or he's a jollv good tellow " Bro. Sir Augustus Harris, P.G. Treas., who since y , whilst the Wardens agitate their gavels on the sound- i* ;?S>Jil_ v i i l Christmas day, has been confined to his house, and for ing board. By this, one can only surmise that some ^pre.iiu i r r i "V 'n vw i"vnTn i n min IT eiiasoiil' the most part to his bed , is now so far recovered that of our younger W.M.'s have acquired their ability to this week he was permitted to take his first drive. It " rule and teach " when presiding over the festive SATURD AY, J ANUARY 27, 1894 may be taken for granted that the horses' heads were board of an Oddfellows or Foresters Court, 'i here turned in the direction of Drury Lane, and thus for the has also been a tendency to introduce the host and hostess, and occasionally the Mayor. first time the manager saw a portion of his Christmas At a recent banquet at Bung Town the toast of flDasontc motes pantomime. Sir Augustus has had a long illness, ex- " The Mayor " was not only introduced on the list , but tending over five weeks, but he is now, it is hoped the novelty of the brethren in open lodge being called Notwithstanding openly men- , the subject has been on the road to complete recovery. upon to receive his worship upstanding, has, 1 think , tioned, on more than one occasion , it will probab ly beat the record of former experience. be news to some of our readers that Bro. Thomas Would it not be as well , in oraer to retain our old f' enn will, at no very distant date, resign the office Masonry is "humming " in Cumberland. It is only time observances, that some authority should be given 01 President of the Board of Genera l Purposes. That recently Bro. Colonel Sewell , D.P.G.M. M .M,—whom, as to what are " Proper Masonic Toasts," and while writing I ask some brother of experience to say if ll|e retirement we believe, it is the universal wish H .R.H. the M.W. may of Bro. Fenn from this important it is customary in London to accord honours to a Past office will Grand Master will be p be a heavy loss to the Masonic community is leased to appoint successor to Grand Officer r If so, 1 presume Past Prov. Grand ""-deniable. When in 1884 Bro. Sir John B. Monckton the late Earl of Bective—consecrated new Mark lodges Officers are also entitled '¦ Where are we to stop ?— was , at his own request, relieved of the cares and at Keswick and Penrith. Steps are now being taken Fraternally yours, responsibilities of the Presidency, it was the general to start a Craft lodge at the old border town of P.M. necessary to place one roll in its proper place, and that is for the names of the Grand Representatives at, and from, the Mark Grand Lodge to follow the list of Grand Officers ' a fter page 16, the "Succession of Grand Officers from Magonic^otes-an^^eg: 1S56" to iSo,2 , from pp. 41 to Si inclusive, following on in j JMC M <¦* due course. The information is valuable as to other De- rtL¦^^,JJ* |( ^ 9g)&/C*^ ife ^ ^» ^ ^»*V^>^ » &**>>^i -*».^ -* 9r ^mO\ ^ grees, b'it whilst that is so, and cannot fail to be very wel- WfiflniK8& come to the many who will consult this excellent guide, fiDasonic Botes ant > <&uene3. surely the Mark particulars should first be given from the Cra ft ADaBonr p. 104S] — beginning thereof righ t to the end. We are not wishful to METROPOLITAN MEETINGS. find fault, in fact, we could not if we wanted to, and only BERKSHIRE CALENDAR FOR 1S94. state our view to prove we have done our best to find some- Lodge Of Sincerity (No. 1 .—The instal- Referring to your review of the above in the Free- thing which might be improved, though certainly the dis- 74) lation meeting of this lodge was held on Wednesday, the mason of January 20th it is impossible to say when the covery is neither important nor of any great interest. We reiterate our thanks to Bro. Matier for his annual gift. As 17th instant, at the Guildhall Tavern, under the presidency old Reading lodge was formed. It may have been in usual, the Calendar has been printed at 16, Great Queen- of Bro. W. Philli ps, W.M. There was a very large at- existence man)' years, or it may have been quite new street, by Bro. George Kenning, who has no superior for tendance of brethren , members of the lodge and visitors. in 1725. This much is certain , it does not appear in that sort of work. Among the brethren of the lodne were Bros. John Bulmer, the list of lodges of 1723, and therefore if it was an P.M. ; VV. James Higgs, P.M. ; George jon?s, P.M. ; old lodge its adhesion'to the then newly-formed Grand Henry Jay, P.M.; Henry Magee, P.M. ; L. T. Stainer, CALENDAR OF MASONIC MEETINGS IN EAST P.M.; E. Moore P.M.; G. Lodge must hav e been between and 1725. The J. , J. H. Seddon, P.M.; J. 1723 LANCASHIRE, 1S93. Newton , P.M. ; Charles Lacey, P.M., names of its members in were as follows : Treas. ; and 1725 This wonderfully compact compilation is in its 44th C. H. Webb, P.M., Sec. Among the visitors were B ros. " Mitre at Reading, Mr. Walter Winter, Mar., Mr. year ; presumably the senior of its class. Considerably Robert Ayton , P.M. 933 ; C. Mansfield , 1421 ; J. H. Tho. l'ockett, and Mr. Tho. Hughes, Wardens, Nevill over 100 lodges, 40 Royal Arch chapters, 32 Mark lodges, Retallach Molineux , 2291; J. Edward Fullager, 14 j Lawther, Jonas Chesterman, Maurice Butler, Major 21 Knights Templar preceptories, and seven Rose Croix Charles W estwood, S.D. 1343 ; G. Cunningham, 1343 ; Wm. Godol phin , Wm. Hill, Capt. Andr. Corner, Capt. chapters are all duly attended to, the information being so Edward Triggs, 2291 : Alfred Reed, 2291; Thomas Geo. John Nangle, Capt. John Duvernett, Capt. John Knight, well arranged as to be literally " crammed " within its 30 Dacombe, P.M. 359 ; J. Talbot Barnes, J.W. 21S4 : J. Tho. Burt, Rich. Edwards, Tho. Crisp, Rich. Sprules, pages , and is thus a veritable multum in f iarvo. H. Gaunt, 1656 ; VV. II. Hubbert, 1625 ; Saml. Morby, Jos. Collins, Algernon Piercey, and Jonathan Hicks." P.M. 1S56 ; J. A. H. League, 1310; W. T. Bush, 1716 ; George P. Denney, 1607 ; VV. Jones, 2291 ; Brymer It will be seen that five of the above 19 members were HASTINGS, NASEBY, AND FLODDEN. Poems b y Given, 1790 ; C. Spurgeon, and 231S; J. Child, P.M. military officers. The lod had ceased to exist prior Bro. Capt. T. C. WALLS 45 ge , Author of "An Ode to 453, P.P.G.S. of VV. Essex ; C. A. Carrell , P.M. 1S1G, Tennyson " " The Tower of London," " Westminster to the year 1729." , 2312, 2s ; J. H. .M. Mullerhausen , 2264 ; G. Wilkinson, Abbey," &c. JNO. LANE. 1607; James Duncan Gray, ; J. Mason , W.M. 15C7, Our talented brother, who is as well-known among his 55 Torquay, 22nd P.P.S.G.D. Middx. ; W. H. Shepherd, 1816 ; H.Massey, Januatry, 1894. friends for his thorough historical knowledge as for his ex- 1C0, P.M. C19 and 192S ; A. Calver, 933; Charles F. ceptional poetic gifts, has yoked together the muses of Ouicke 1531; Woods VV.M. ; W. Robinson history and .t J. , S13 , poetry in the works we ha-re before vis. They S60 ; and Moses Davis, are descri 704. TRevtews ptive, as their names tells us, of three of the The ceremony of installation was most impressively per- famous battles of our English history, and no one who formed by Bro. Phillips W.M., and Bro. William Green fought in those battles could fail , , if he were to come to life Norman, a P.M. of the West Ham Abbey Lodge, was HELPS TO THE STUDY OF THE BIBLE. again, to be impressed by the faithful manner in which a placed in the Master's chair with all due formality and OXFORD UNIVERSITYPRESS. writer at the end of the 19th century has given a stirring saluted according to ancient custom. The ollicers' collars This is truly a wonderful work , and contains in itl j orne and yet accurate account of the engagement he undertakes were bestowed as follows : Bros. VV. Phillips, l.P.M. ; W. to describe. 70J pages more valuable and useful information than is to " Naseby and Hastings " are written in the Butcher, S.W.; VV. Harvey, J.W.; Charles Lacey, P.M., ten-syllable metre and " F'lodden " in eight and six the be found , so far as our researches go, in any other volume , , Treas.; C. H. Webb, P.M., Sec. ; J. J. Mustart, S.D. ; of its kind. Mr. Henry Frowde, of the University Press stanzas in all the three cases consisting of four lines. For J. Bayley, J.D. ; G. A. Gri ffi ths, I.G. ; H. S. Sambrook, our part, we are inclined to think both that Bro. Walls is at Warehouse, London, may well be congratulated on the W.S. ; G. T. H. Seddon , P.M., Org. ; VV. Jones, Asst. his best in the latter metre and that that metre is the one J. production of these " Helps," which are to date, ably , Org. ; and James Very, Tyler. Bro. John Newton gave arranged, beautifull y printed , and are simply invaluable. most adapted for battle pieces and ballads in general. The notice that at the next meeting he should propose that the They may be had either with or without the Bible, and mediceval spirit so prevades the romantic mind of Bro. lodge be a member of the Correspondence Circle of the Walls beg in at the modest sum of one shilling net, and rise in , that he naturally shines most in the mediaeval style Ouatuor Coronati Lodge, and informed the brethren of the of poem. In price, according to size and binding. For the shilling the " Hastings " and " Naseby," however, there advantages to be derived from membership of that lodge. are some striking volume may rank with the penny New Testament as a lines, and we will cull just a few. In A handsome Past Master's jewel was presented to Bro. curiosity, from a financial standpoint : but the better " Hastings " we have a very line description of the way Phillips. in which the invading editions , both as respect size and style, are much to be pre- Duke rallied his followers when An elegant banquet followed the working of the lodge, ferre d , some being handsomely got up. The information , they thought him deati. He " cried—'I live,' and bare- and a splendid programme of music was executed under headed scours the plain." Imagine the effect of this however, is the same in all issues, as also the extraordinary the direction of Mrs. Norman Jones by Mrs. Alice Kerridge, on a fanatical host ! Of their host we are told that Illustrations and Facsimiles. There are six parts devoted Miss Lillian Corner, Bros. Mullerhausen, Griffiths, and to: 1. Ihe Bible (the Canon , Ancient Versions , &c). 2. on the previous night " They spent the time in Keable. prayer real or fei Summary of the Books of the Old Testament and Brief , gned." For our part we think it must The VV.M. adopted the principle of having very brief Summary ol the History thereof (Geographical, Chronolo- have been feigned, for how can a man pray truly when he speeches, and this was followed by all the brethren who had is removing his nei gical, Ethnological, and Lmgutstical). 3. The Apocrypha ghbour's landmark ? In '* Naseby," the to address the company. most pathetic stanzas in our opinion are the two in which (Historical and Comparative). 4. The New Testament , , After the usual loyal toasts had been honoured, (Descriptive , Prop hetical , and containing numerous Re- Bro. Walls describes the semi-accidental flight of the King. Bro. Phillips, I.P.M., proposed "The Health of the His Majesty tells Lord Carnworth that ferences). 5. Palestine, its Inhabitants, Physical Geography, he, as a Stuart, can- Worshipful Master," informing the brethren that a W.M. not fly from the field, Customs, etc. ( The Geological , Botanical and Natural but depended very much for his success during his year of office History Sections are important Divisions in this portion, as The Earl to the King's steed the rowel gave, on them. He had experienced this himself , and the loyalty also the Numismatical and Musical Chapters). 0. The Which reared, and madly galloped from the plain." they had shown to him he trusted they would transfer to Indices, devoted to obsolete words, a copious glossary ; The involuntary flight of the courageous King on his the new Master. ably-arra n ged Dictionary; most usefu l Subject-Index , a rebellious charger is an incident that has a peculiar pathos The VV.M., in reply, said he embrsed the remarks of Concordance of over 150 pages, and an Index to the Atlas of its own j and this pathos loses nothing of its tenderness the I.P.M. as to the assistance the brethren were to a which is inserted at the end of this closely-printed and most in the hands of Bro. Walls. " Flodden " shows our author's VV.M. It was necessary to the success of the Master and compact treatise. The General Index is of great utility, muse in (as we think) its highest flight; and we trust he the lodge itself that the VV.M. should have the hearty co- and the Preface cannot fail to be both useful and welcome will let us say that he has in this poem found his metier so operation of all the brethren. He felt he had that in the to the student ; and as there are also 08 plates—in the thoroughly that we hope he will make English ballad poetry Sincerity Lodge, the prestige of which he trusted would not shilling edition as well as the better issues—it will be evident a serious study. Among so many characteristic lines it is suffer from their electing him as their head . that these " Helps " are far superior to all previous publi- hard to make choice ; but there is something very peculiarly Bros. Child, Ayton, Fullager, Gray, Spurgeon , and Den- cations of the class, and suggest that the work is well powerful in the almost brusque simplicity of the account he ton responded to the toast of " The Visitors," which was worth y of its title. Of the previous editions issued in 1S7 6 gives of the extermination of the unhappy clan . the next toast proposed. and 1S7S considerably over a million weresold. That being Many a writer would have expanded this into several The VVorshi pful Master, in proposing "The Masonic so, we may reasonably expect a still larger ci rculation for stanzas ; but how many could have expressed the full horror Charities," informed the brethren that he was going to this the 3rd issue. Extensive enough, we hope to reimburse of this massacre in so epigrammatic a manner ? In conclu- stand as Steward for the lodge at the next Festival of the the spirited publisher. sion, let us recommend all who love the history of their Benevolent Institution , and he solicited their support to his country to read Bro. Walls' poems; their time will not list. He would like to take up as good a list as his prede- be wasted. cessor—a bstter if possible. THE "FREEMASONS' " CALENDAR ANO DIREC- " Too true; all corses to a man Bro. John Maso n, in responding, said it was not neces- TORY FOR THE PROVINCE OF DURHAM, On Flodden 's field did lie." sary in the Sincerity Lodge to advocate the cause of the iS'J-l- Charities ; the good old Sincerity did its work for the I bis excellent compilation is published by authority of Charities in its own way every year ; it never forgot the the Provincial Grand Lodge by the esteemed Prov. G. Sec, EIGHTH ANNUAL REPORT OF THE MASONIC Charities, which, he was sorry to say, was not the case with Bro. Robeit Hudson, of Tynemouth. The printers are VETERAN ASSOCIATION OF ILLINOIS. all lodges ; the duty of any of the Executive Officers of the Messrs. Bixk and Inchbold, of Leeds. Excluding the The eighth annual report of the Masonic Veteran Asso- Masonic Institutions, when they came to the Lodge of advertisements there are over ifio pages of closely-arranged ciation of Illinois is a remarkable work, and reflects the Sincerity, was confined to thanking the brethren for their details concerning the 36" Lodges, 12 R.A. Chapters, 11 greatest credit on our esteemed friend and brother, Gen. assistance. l to bs Jerusalem. ceedings, which were of a most enjoyable nature throughout. bury Lodge (No. 909).— Ihe installation past year they had had a good sample of the excellent work thrown away. When he first came into the lod ge 11 years May of which he was capable of , and we confidently look forward ago the brethren were congratulating themselves on the •ueting of the above lodge was held on Wednesday, the , ','-'ih inst at the Inn 's of Court Hotel, Lincoln 's-Inn- to the ensuing year that they would render every assistance victory of a similar case for the Boys' Scho.il, and what the ¦ ¦ Bro. Dr. D. M. Forbes, W.M., presided. Bro. and so would every officer of the lodge. lodge could do then it could surely do now. ields. " Bro. Small J.M K Van Tromp, P.M., took the S.W.'s chair, and Bro . For " The Past Masters, piece, 1 ., Bra. R. C. Wills, P.P.G.W. Notts, replied for " The replied. Visitors, 1 l<". Woods P.M., took the J.W.'s chair There were " and sai d the proposition of the toast by the ^ " The Health of the Officers " was then given, and W.M. showed them they were heartil also present : Bros. G. D. Lister, P.M., I reas. ; Geo. y welcome. It was a received with acclamation Bro. Toogood briefl Basset, P.M., Sec. ; VV. bmallpiece, P.M.; Dr. l< . loogood, , J. y pleasure to him to see the great strides made :n Masonry in responding. the towns and counties he visited. He wished to comp S U. • I- J- Saunderman , J.D. ; Dr. J. Gordon , I.G. ; Dr. li- The T ler's toast brought the evening's enjoyment to a ment the Installing Master and the Master who was installed K. Evans, Stud. ; J. Owen Perry, Dr. J. F. Butler-Hogan , y iml A R. Mayor. Visitors: Bros. Sir John Heron Max- close, which , the ok! members say, was one of the best in and was sure there was a great future before the lodge. thei r remembrance. Uro. VV. E. Willb l.P.M. lied well, ilart. 4O0 ; C. F. M atier, P.G. Std. Br. ; Walter y, 53S, also rep , and said 1 lope kirk , P.G , Purst. ; Alex. Ritchie, 173 ; Peter Greig, there was something of the Jonathan and David type be- .,,,,,; |). F. Gcllion , VV.M.2319; Joseph Stevenson , 1597 ; Great Northern Lodge (No. 12S7).—A tween the W.M. and himself. The lodge he represented * successful meeting was held in connection with this lod ' H. Gordon , S20; R. S. Sly, 10S3 ; Dr. Herbert, J. ge was moreover entwined with that lodge in the same way. ] on Thursday, the iSth instant at Freemasons' Hall Great Uapow, P.M. 1900 ; and Dr. E. J. Reynold, 63. , , At a recent meeting of the La Tolerance Lodge of Instruc- reading and confirmation of the minutes Bros. Queen-street , W.C, when there was a large attendance of tion , when the Fi fteen Sections were worked , Bros. Paul, After the li ethren, and Bro. George Ridout was duly installed as Butler-Hogan and A. R. Major were passed to the P.M. ; Hemming, P.M. ; and Osrnnre, P.M., were the 1 F VV.M. Lodge was opened by Bro. Frank Osborne I.P.M., Degree by the VV.M. Bro. G. D. Lister, P.M., , principal officers. He wished the VV.M. every success Second supported by Bros. Geo. Ridout, S.W.; James Bastow, during his year. was again unanimously elected Treas u rer, and Bro. Tyler. The W.M. then vacated the chair, and J.W. ; the Rev. J. H. Rose, Chap. ; Sam. Webb, P.M ., Bro. Wm. Senior, 2190, remarked that in the W.M.'s Goddard , horn Bro. G. D. Lister P.M. Ihe Installing Treas. ; VV. Cleg , P.M., Sec. ; C. Davis, S.D. ; A. invitation there was no word that he wjuld have to respond was replaced by , C. Dought ; T. G. Doughty, I.G.; C. Kempton Dr. F. Woods, I.P M., presented Bro. Dr. y, J.D. , to a toast. He had been making notes respecting Free- Master , Bro. J. . P.M., D.C; H. T. Reed P.M., who had been unanimously elected by the , E. B. Homewood , and masonry for many years past and had he known he would D. M. Forbes, A. Kenningham , Stwds. ; E. Lancaster second time. The installation ceremony , P.M. ; T. Owen, have to reply he would have worked up those notes into lodge W.M. a P.M. ; Paul P.M.; B. S. Lancaster P.M.; H. impressivel y given b Bro. G. D. Lister, J. , J. , a speech, including the history, literature, and ethics of the was very y Bell, P.M.; Caine, P.M.; and others. Visitors : Bros. Ihe Worshi pful Master appointed his officers as sub j ect. He knew something above the little customs of P.M. E. S. Sumner, W.M. 10C0; J. Ramage, no; C. the Craft Bros. J. F. Woods, I.P.M. ; Percy Collinson, J. , and that the first thing he had to do was to follows : Tay lor, VV.M. 19S7 ; VV. S. Hall, 2362; Wm. Senior, " butter Dr. F. Toogcod , J.W. ; J. J. Sandeman, S.D. ; " the W.M. It was an unfortunate thing that he S.W. ; 2190; R. C. Wills, P.P.G.W. Notts ; W. H. Bale, P.M., knew the W.M. so well because it prevented him from John Gordon , J.D. ; Dr. Robert Evans, I.G. ; and J. , Dr. Treas. S7; E. Valeriani, P.M., Sec. 16S7; W. W. Rowe, saying what from his heart of hearts he would say. Owen Perry, Stwd. W.M. 2021 ; H. Tapley, P.M. 107 6 ; W. E. Willby, Although he (B o. Senior) was a bad Mason never having The customary loyal and Masonic toasts were afterwards , I.P.M. 53S; W. Pown, P.M. 19; J. E. Bolton , I.P.M. had the opportunity of attending lodges of instruction, yet duly honoured. P.M. , Worshipful Master submitted " The Oueen and the 73 ; J. Jenkins, 1269 ; C. James P.M. 15 ; T. W. there was no more enthusiastic Mason in the room than The Fisher, j .W. 192 ; W. Eavis ; VV. Bennentz and " Ihe M.W.G.M., H.R.H. the Prince of J. , 754 , himself; and when the wheel of fortune went round and Craft," 1627; G. H. VV. Godee, P.M. A. Chafer, 1351 ; F. deposited him in some little bower " whom he stated had been a zealous Mason for 73; where he could work up VVales, 25 Wild SGg; T. S. Henson , 1612 ; C. L. Tinney, P.M. his little notes he had taken and had been elected in 1S74 our Grand Master. . , he meant to devote the evening yea rs ; 1319; A. G. Lee, 1743 ; VV. B. Murley, 171S; VV. T. of his life to certain things Under his direction Freemasonry in England had prospered about Freemasonry. He had Childs, 1692; VV. S. Hall , Grand Stwd. ; |. M. McL-od, returned from Australia, and during the past thirteen years more than under the rule of any previous Master. ' Sec. R.M.I.B. ; F. W. Henwick, P.M. 54S ; VV. F. had seen many lodges where the working had not been The Worship ful . Master then proposed "The Grand Wilkinson , D.C. 742 ; O. Ricardo, 1426"; T. W. Sand- done badly, but he had never seen the work done so well Present and Past," to which Bros. C. F. Matier Officers, , ridge, S.D. 2t ; J.E. Carver, VV.M. 129S ; R. C. Wlison, as that night in an atmosphere that indicated the work was and W. Hopekirk P.O. Purst., suitably re- P.G.S.B., , S.W. 766 ; R. Shears, 2372 ; C. Jackson, P.M. 534; D. always done well. The W.M. went through his work with Bro. Matier remarking that all the Grand sponded. J. Luckhurst, 2021; C. Steel, P.M. 137; J. Reynolds, that beautiful slowness of speech that always denoted the in order Officers were pleased at any time to visit lodges, 315; J. S. Turner, 1716 ; J. Start, W.M. 1743 ; P. Master, and in all matters of oratory, especiall ht show their interest in the Craft generall J- y the oratory that they mig y, Wallikc, 571 ; VV. A. Hazell , 2020 ; T. G. Jeffery, A. F. that required impressiveness, the great thing was not to let promulgations of Ihe princi les of the Order. and in the p Harris, and W. VV. Lee, I.P.M. 23S1. the gavel run into the square, but to speak the words slowly The Immediate Past Master gave " The Health of the After formal business in the lodge had been transacted, and impressively. Bro. White, P.M., a well-known London VV.M. " in very eulogistic terms, and stated that the Bro. George Ridout was presented as VV.M. elect by Bro. Mason, induced him to become a Freemason before depart- brethren were so pleased with what Bro. Dr. Forbes had Kempton, P.M., D.C, and was impressively installed into ing for Australia, where he was appointed District Grand done for the lodge that they had unanimously elected him a the chair by Bro. Frank Osborne, I.P.M. The W.M. in- Assistant Editor, and at a special meeting was presented second time in succession their W.M. and he hoped that he vested the following officers in an able manner : Bros. Jas. with a jewel with a suitable inscription , which he now took would have the pleasure at their next meeting of presenting Bastow, S.W. ; Chas. Davis, J.W.; Rev. I. H. Rose, the liberty of flashing at Masonic meetings. him with a jewel voted by the lodge. P.M., Chap.; S. Webb, P.M., Treas. ; VV. Cleghorn , Bros. H. T. Read, P.M., and Caine, P.M., responded The W.M. thanked the breth ren for their confidence, P.M., Sec ; A. C. Doughty, S.D. ; T. G. Doughty, for " The Past Masters," after which " The Treasurer and and said that it was a high honour to be chosen two years I.D. ; C. Kempton, P.M., D.C ; E. B. Homewood, Secretary " were duly honoured. in succession , and pointedly remarked that the late Bro. I.G. ; H. T. Reed, P.M., and C. T. Wilkinson, Stwds. ; Bro. S. Webb, P.M., Treas., said that as the first W.M. Benjamin Webster's name as VV.M., headed the banner A. Kenningham, Org. ; and Rawles, Tyler. of the lodge and without egotism he might say the principal two years in succession, and that his (the VV.M. s) name The lodge was closed after an appeal had been made to founder, he was extremely proud to find such a noble lot of would be at the foot of the banner, also repeated twice, the brethren by the VV.M. to support a candidate at the men supporting the Master. He believed the right man which was rather uni que. 'I hat he would try and emulate next election of the Girls' School, this being her first £nd was in the right place in the chair, and he wished Bro. his distinguished predecessors , and follow the teaching of last chance of obtaining admission. Ridout a successful year of office . King Solomon in " Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do A choice banquet at Freemasons' Tavern was followed by Bro. VV. Cleghorne, P.M., Sec, replied, stating that the it with all thy might,'' and thereby endeavour to merit the customary toasts. I.P.M. had left the VV.M. the largest balance ever handed their continued approbation. Bro. Frank Osborne, l.P.M., in rising to propose " The over in the history of the lodge. In proposing " The I. P.M.," the W.M. said that the Health of the W.M.," said he knew it would be well Bro. Rev. J. H. Rose, P.M., Chap., responded to the lodge owed a deep debt of gratitude to Bro. Dr. Woods, received , for they could not possibly drink the health of a toast of " The Chaplai n," which was very cordially received. not only for his conduct while in the chair, which was uni- better Master than they had at the present time. They had He said it would require a strong power to draw him away versally commended so much, so that he (the W.M.) felt already seen something of Bro. Ridout's working, and from that lodge, and mentioned an invitation he had received that he had a most trying ordeal to succeed such a VV.M. ; knew him as a good fellow and a thorough good Mason. It for an installation that day in the same building. He had but also they were grateful for his skill as a musician on the was a good thing to know that he (the I.P.M.) was suc- just paid a visit to the Globe Lodge for a few minutes, and violoncello. The lodge was a highly musical one, and Bro. ceeded by so excellent a Master and he congratulated the round them listening to " Excelsior," which he had just pre- Dr. Woods was their musical director. The l.P.M. was the lodge on possessing so worthy and distinguished an occupant viously heard in this Great Noithern Lodge. Freemasonry most versatile man he knew of, and hoped that he might be of the chair. meant the uplifting of their fellow creatures by the law of long spared to the lodge. Bro. George Ridout, W.M., in reply, said : Breth ren, I love. The distinguishing characteristic of a Freemason's This toast was drunk most enthusiastically, and Bro . J. feel somewhat as Tennyson must have done when he wrote heart was charity, but he wished it had not been described F. Woods replied in a few appropriate remarks. " Oh ! would that my tongue could utter so, for few people associated with it its proper meaning of " The Installing Master " was replied to by Bro. G. D. Those thoughts that arise in me." love. Ihe motto of Freemasonry was " Excelsior " —the Lister, P.M., in a most amusing speech , stating the success However, 1 thank you from the bottom of heart for the very uplifting of others not by force, not by law, but by love. of the lodge was due to the " personal " of Bro. Forbes. kind way in which thetoastof my health has been proposed Bro. J. Bastow, S.W., and C. Davis, J.W., acknowledged He had been the means of bringing so many initiates and and received. 1 take this opportunity of expressing to you "The Officers," after which the Tyler's toast closed a good joining members, that it was as now as numerous as how deeply alive 1 am to the responsibilities connected with pleasant meeting. he wished to see it. this honourable positi on—the responsibility of maintaining Under the direction of Bro. Alfred Kenningham, the In giving the toast of " The Visitors," the VV.M. said the integrity and good name of this lodge. This, brethren, following artistes assisted in a musical programme : Miss that the Maybury Lodge was seldom or ever without I cannot do without your assistance, and from the kindly Elsie Mackenzie, Miss Ada Kempton, and Bros. C. J. visitors, as they always gave them a hearty welcome. On expressions and congratulations I have received 1 venture Taylor, and C E. Tinney. the present occasion the lod ge had been honoured by many to think that I have your confidence. At any rate, there is distinguished visitors, and after reading their names he not a brother in the lodge with whom I am at variance, or Metropolitan Lodge (No. 1507). — At said he would call upon to respond his friends Bros. Sir against _ whom I entertain feelings of animosity ; and I Anderton 's Hotel, on the evening of the 17th inst., Bro John Heron Maxwell, Bart., who was and had been for think this can be said respectively of every brother in the John G. McEwan, VV.M., presided over the regular meet several years Chairman of the fine old Charity, the Cale- lodge, so that we can work together with that love and ing of this loJge, assisted hy Bros. R. VV. Fraser, I.P.M. donian Asylum, and also one of its Treasurers, a position harmonv that should at all times characterise Freemasons. VV. M. Stiles, P.M. ; Scales, P.M. ; Ed wards, P.M.; which his lather had also occupied for many years; Alex. That being so, I ask you as your Master to support me in Lovegrove, P.M.; Davey, P.M.; Bates, P.M. ; F. J. Ritchie, J.P. of the County of London , a member of the upholding the strength and honour of the lodge, and in Perks, P.M., Sec. ; G. VV. Knight, P.M. (acting S.W., Common Council, President of the Caledonian Society of doing so I would urge you to practise out of the lodge those in the unavoidable absence of Bro. Alaway) ; Saunders, London, and one of the most active and generous donors precepts you are taught in it, so that the uninitiated or J.W. ; Bate, S.D. ; Moggridge, J.D. ; Paine, I.G. ; a 'rec,0,s " »» °f "io Scottish Charities in London, as well popular world may form a favourable op inion of our Insti- Barry, D.C; Hawkins, Steward ; and about 50 others. asjMasomc Charities; R. S. Sly, a member of the County tution. I want the record of this lodge to become history, The visitors present included Bros. Cruickshank, P.M. Council of London; and D. F. Gellion , who was VV.M. of so that when you and I shall be summoned from this 1777; Saunders, ififi y; Worrall , G6; Richardson, the 7 Scots Lodge, of which he (the W.M.) was a member. sublunary abode, and the banner of Freemasonry is handed S.W. 157; Cox , S.D. 804 ; Brinkworth , 40; T. W. Bro. Sir John Maxwell, Bart., said that he was an old down to our children 's children , they may find written in Hardy, 2190 ; Palmer, 21S2 ; Hart, 957 ; Bestow, S.D. Mason, having initiated in the Apollo University, Oxford, 2374 ; and Scurrah, P.M. 2271. , one corner what the brethren of the Great Northern Lodge 35 1 lS59 when the Karl of Lathom was initiated, have done for the good of Freemasonry Bros. Sargent and Campbell were raised to the Degree of TKthatf i7' Y ' in general, and of he had great pleasure in being present to see his this their mother lod ge in particular. M.M., and Bros. Jackson and Bocock were passed to the nend , Bro. Dr. Forbes, in the chai r of King Solomon, and The VV.M. then proposed " The Health of the Immediate Degree of F.C. uegged to thank them for their hospitality. Some mention Past Master," and said he was only echoing the feelings of Subsequently at the banquet Bro. VV. M. Stiles said he lad been made of his connection with a Charitable Institu- had been nominated a candidate for the post of Grand tion. every member when he conveyed to Bro. Osborne, l.P.M., Charity was true Freemasonry, and the distinguishing their hearty thanks for the zeal and assiduity with which Treasurer by Bro. Lord George Hamilton , and he was characteristic "' " * * of the Cra ft. he has conducted the affairs of the lodge during the past pleased to say that his good friend, Bro. VV. Shurmur, A1ex Kitchie» > n reply, thanked the brethren for twelve months. He was therefore proud as their humble P.M. 2374, who had also been nominated, had retired in his jneiril, -I" - ;. , hospitality, and said that he had enjoyed himself very representative, to have the privilege of pinning upon Bro. fa vour, and would do all he could to aid him in his candi- much. Mention had been made of the " dature. ur. personal " of Bro. Osliorne's breast a Past Master's jewel, as a small token of forbes in the lodge, but he might inform them that his and sincerel The brethren and visitors present unanimously promised personality respect, y tiusted their l.P.M. might be spared was just as prominent in the Scottish Charities him their support. «J whose , many years to wear it. tunds he had been the means of bringing thousands Bro . Frank Osborne, I.P.M., returned thanks for the The musical arrangements were under the careful kindness of the VV.M. and brethre n, and for the handsome management of Bro. Jackson. ' " U S y and G illi en replied in similar Bros. Cruickshank , Moggridge Barry, Pleasurenil.™. .'i ' ^' . terms, of the jewel presented to him, which he should always consider as , and others con- they had in being present. tributed to the harmony of this very successful and 0 the greatest prize he possessed. He felt he had not quite pleasant nie T''ea!,UrCr and SecKtMy wls ncxt deserved it, but he had done his best evening. give„Vy the w!M " , and could do no r more. There was one matter to which he would refer. U 1 r TreaS dition;^ " ^ ' " SUted that the financial C0"- Having passed the chair he wished to go further, and repre- Bromley St Leonard Lodge (No. 1805), sound —There was a large muster of brethren I l sent the lodge at one of the Charities. It was his intention at the installation !Je retary (Br0 0 tha nL'L ti , ' Gc ' 13asset> P- M '). replied by to act as Stewa rd for the Girls' School, that Institution being meeting of this lod ge held at the Bromley Vestry Hall, n for their conwZ '"^'hro continued confidence, and selected as they had a case they were trying to get elected . Bow-road, E., on Tuesday, the iGth inst., the members and *» b«*h«„ ™ having so able, affable, and That was the candidate 's first and last application, and if visitors making a total of 130. Amongst the members « SSent a f W'M- to govern and rule the lodge. During the their efforts were not successfu l all their efforts would be present were Bros. Maxlield Mead, W.M. : George E Warn , S.W. ; W. T. Potts, J.W. ; John Collier, Treas.; scheme of benevolence which civilised mankind had ever that, there were few lodges which had sent up so much to Geo. W. Holmes, Sec.; E. A. A. Hambridge, J.D.; G. witnessed. It also realised a great desire in a personal the M asonic Charities, and it was out of a separate fund H. Fennell, D.C ; A. Peterken, P.M. ; J. E. McLaren , sense. There was first that period when the desire sprang of a Charity association and from individual subscriptions P.M.; J. Bailey, P.M.; R. Toole, P.M.; Ben. Johnson , up to join Masonry, accompanied by those fears and trem- that they sent up so large a sum. Bro. Tilt, P.M., was one P.M.; Tom Green, P.M. ; and many others. Visitors : blings incident to it. At the initiation one was the observed of the oldest active members in the association, and with Bros. C. J. R. Tijou , A.G.P.; C. J. D. Mears, P.M. 299 ; of all observers, and that new experience was a very de- Bro. Gregory, P.M., worked hard in the cause. W. J. A. Denselor, S5S; VV. M. Johnson, S13; J. T. li ghtful one. Then they went on to the period of anticipa- Bro . A. Haig-Brown, P.M., Sec, also responded, and Wilson , 54S ; C Bridgeman , 1S15; F. Buckner, S13 ; tion and realisation, and they still went on and continued to referred to the excellent service rendered by Bro . Claridge J. P. Nornington , 2105 ; J. M. Longley, 299 ; F. R. H. progress towards that chair whose traditions were hidden to the lodge which made it very difficult for any one to Good, 7S0 ; E. G. Cormack, 1540 ; j. R. Shearsmith, in mystery, and the attainment of which was a most follow him in that office. His (Bro . Haig-Brown's) willing- 206 ; T. G. Scott, 933; VV. J. Light, 299 ; W. |. Judge, worthy object of ambition on the part of every zealous ness to work on behalf of the lodge had been evinced on 299 ; T. B. Folkes, 171G; W. F. Bull , P.M. 1707 ; VV. Mason. former occasions, but the duties of Secretary he was not F. Keddell , l.P.M. 11S5 ; . Geo. May, iSgi 5 J. Isaacs, Bro. C. J. D. Mears, P.M. 299, responded for "The quite full y acquainted with , and would not be until he got 1227; J. W. Isaacs, 79 ; B. A. Moore, VV.M. 171(1 ; L. Visitors," and returned hearty thanks for the handsome re- fairl y into the work. But, however that might be, his Bliss, P.M. 1716 ; F. H. Jackson , 1716 ; W. Andrews, ception they had received. hearty wish would be to emulate—never to excel—their 1716 ; A. J. Harvey, 9; J. Purvis, 504 ; J. Casseres, The toast was also acknowledged by Bros. Potts, Stuart worthy Bro. Claridge. If he emulated the way in which '349; J- H.Etchel, 1S04 ; R. H. Meyer , 1767; j. Kemp Barker, and Foskett. the late Secretary had carried out his duties he should be Coleman, 907, 1716 ; T. F. Noakes. SGi; H. Harrison , Bro. John Mason , P.P.G.D. Middx., representing the quite satisfied 1421; E. H. Walker, 1441; C W. Gilling, 11S5 ; H. R.M.B.L, made an effective response for "The Masonic The W.M., in proposing Bro. Claridge's health, Marti n, SgS ; J. Butcher, 1S04 ; E. Moffatt, 22G6 ; C Charities." He said he felt the task was light, because reminded the brethren that that brother had presented the Cox, J.W. 1471 ; H. Harvey, 2411; J. Wiseman , 1716 ; Bro. Tijou had already referred to the subject, and the lodge with Gould's History of Freemasonry. W. P. Griffith , 7S1; G. F. Weigi, P.M. S60 ; E. Green, I.P.M. in proposing that toast had gone into figures. The Bro. Claridge said he had had a certain amount of pride 1472 ; C. A. Walter, 17G 7; E. Stuart Barker, P.M. Benevolent Institution was doing the greatest good to the in seeing how the London Rifle Brigade Lodge grew, and '632 ; J- J- White, 733 ; A. B. Norman, 165S ; W. greatest number by sending money quarter by quarter to he had satisfaction in feeling that his small efforts had Webber, 19 S ; A. Williams, S34; H. T. Harrison , 733 ; those needing it, and whose next door neighbours possibly assisted in its growth. He was assured that night by what H. Lacey, 733 ; J. Davies, P.M. 1309 ; L. Ascott, P.M. did not know how they lived. There were 130 seeking to the brethren had done that they recognised his efforts. 733 ; H. Pickett; E. W. Dixon , 13G6 ; and J. Mason, be elected with only 30 vacancies. In conclusion, he During the last eighteen months he had gone through VV.M. 1567, P.P.S.G.D. strongly appealed to the brethren, especially those who had great trouble by the loss of his wife and losses in business, Lodge was opened, the minutes confirmed , and a highly never yet contributed to the Masonic Charities, to assist the but as there was no black cloud without a silver lining, satisfactory audit report received and adopted. Bro. Tom Benevolent Institution by contributing to the list of Bro. what the brethren had done gave him more pluck , and he Green , P.M., then assumed the chair, and impressively in- Shadrake. felt younger that night than he did when he came into the stalled Bro . George E. Warn as VV.M. The following " The Past Masters " and other toasts followed, the pro- lodge. officers were appointed and invested : Bros. W. T. Potts, ceedings terminating as usual with the Tyler's toast. Bro. George Gregory, P.M., replying to the toast of S.W. ; E. A. A. Hambridge, J.W. ; John Collier , Under the direction of Bro. H. Boorer a musical pro- " The Charities," advocated the candidature of the son of Treas. ; Geo. VV. Holmes, Sec ; G. H. Fennell, S.D.; gramme was carried out, in which the following took part— the late Bro. Brookes, for the Boys' School. Every pos- Alfd. J. Bird , J.D.; C. W. Hankey, I.G. ; P. Jackman, Miss A. Mottaway, Miss McLaren (violinist), Mr. Sadleur sible vote that could be given for this case at the April Org.; F. Thornton , D.C. ; VV. G. Shadrake, A.D.C. ; Brown, and Bros. Partridge and Devey. Bros. P. Jackman election , whether Boys' or Girls' votes, or Old People's, H. Boorer and R. E. Miners, Stwds. ; and C. Sheppard, and T. F. Noakes shared the duties of accomnanist. would be of value. He hoped the visiting brethren would Tyler. A Past Master's jewel was presented to the I. P.M., assist. Bro. Mead, and was duly acknowledged. On the motion London Rifle Brigade Lodg e (No. The remaining toasts were then given, and the brethren of Bro. Ben Johnson, P.M., the sum of 10 guineas was 1962). —The installation meeting of this lodge was cele- separated. voted to the R.M.B.I., to be placed on the list of Bro. Shad- brated in a most enthusiastic manner at Anderton's Hotel, rake. on the igth inst., when Bro. Henry Hughes Nuding, W.M., Strand Lodge (No. 1987).'—This important Lodge was closed, and the brethren adjourned to the presided over a gathering of some 70 breth ren , including and ever-growing lodge met at the Criterion, Regent- Holborn Restaurant, where an excellent banquet was Past Masters of the lodge—Bros. Neville Green, A. circus, on the nth inst., when there were present Bros. C. served. McDowall, W. C. Claridge, A. Haigh-Brown , A. H. I. Taylor, VV.M.; E. Evans, S.W.; W. Merrett, J.W.; After dessert, the usual toasts received hearty acknow- Sandle, L. V. Walker, J. C. Tilt, H. F. Bing, John James Willing, jun., P.M., Treas. ; W. M. Stiles, "P.M., ledgment. Geen, and George Gregory—and a large number of Sec.; W. S. Hooper, S.D. j R. W. Steggles, J.D.; E. In giving the toast of " The Grand Officers, Bro. Max- visitors. L. Campbell, D. of C.; J. N. Hare and J. T. Buston , field Mead, I.P.M., said it gave him great pleasure to in- The VV.M. first initiated in admirable style Mr. Alfred Stewards ; T. Seary, Org. ; F. Jackson, I.P.M. ; E. N. clude the name of Bro. Tijou , A.G.P., a native of the Collins, late of A Company L.R.B., and then, with equal Dale, P.M. ; H. S. Foster, P.M.; J. Evans, T. Welham, East-end of London, and a Past Master and Secretary of efficiency, installed Bro. David McNish, one of the oldest H. A. Campbell, A. Sparkes, A. H. Westcott, H. F. a neighbouring lodge. Bro. Tijou 's selection for hi gh colour-sergeants and drill-sergeants of the old Brigade, Thrupp, J. Fleming, W. H. Mason , A. Romano, H. 1. office was something for the East-end of London to be formerly of the 3rd Lanark. The following brethren were Towell, W. Challice, J. H. Warden, VV. Shore, W. 1. proud of, and that worthy brother would help to direct that appointed to office : Bros. H. H. Nuding, I.P.M.; S. W. Walker, J. Soper, G. F. Barnes, J. E. Thomas, J. L. ancient ship which the brethren present feel they have now Morris, S.W. ; C. F. Elles, J.W.; A. McDowall, P.M., Oakley, F. G. Soper, W. R. Hill , VV. Rapley, H. Love, som e touch with. Treas.; A. Haig-Brown , P.M., Sec. and D.C; G. R. G. Bound , F. Burman, J. Firderer, A. L. Gieve, J. B. Bro. C. J. R. Tijou , A.G.P., said that for many years Rix, S.D. ; H. Henton, J.D- ; VV. S. Wright, I.G. : VV. Giolma, Mat O'Brien, and R. Whiting, Tyler. Visitors : past he had attended their installation meetings, but that J. Pearce, A.D..C; S. H. Latham and F. F. Grimes, Bros. Walter Andrews, 177 and 2421; E. W. Roach , was the fi rst occasion he had been present at their great Stewards ; and J. S. Lackland, Tyler. A handsome Past 2396 ; A. E. Todd , W.M. 27 ; T. Carter, 1507 ; j. G. meeting of the year as a Grand Officer. He had received Master's jewel was presented to Bro. Nuding, and a beau- Hopgood , 17G5 ; C. V. Hunter, 2205 ; F. VV. Vaughan, their votes from time to time for the Board of Benevolence tifully illuminated testimonial, framed and glazed, to Bro. 2030 ; T. F. Strutt, 1679 ; VV. A. Scurrah, P.M. 1G7 ; —where he hoped he had done his duty—and to that fact he Walter C. Claridge, together with a substantial purse, in and R. T. West, 1744. attributed the honour conferred upon him by the Alost recognition of his able and untiring performance of the The minutes of the last meeting were read, and the Worshipful Grand Master. He was also one of His Royal duties of Secretary of the lodge for several years, and from VV.M. passed Bro. A. H. Westcott. He afterwards initi- Highnesses representatives in the management of the Royal which he now retired. Bro. Claridge was also unanimously ated Messrs. J. B. Giolma, Frank Soper, and VV, R. Hill. Masonic Benevolent Institution. Bro. Mason, who was elected an honorary member of the lodge, and he feelingly The working of the W.M. was of the very best, and it was present to represent that I nstitution, would say that in the acknowledged the kindness and compliments evinced to- much appreciated by the members and visitors. The W.M. East-end they had taken a great interest in the Charities, wards him by the brethren. stated that Bro. J. Soper had presented to the lodge a but the old peop le had been their great care. They had An adjournment for banquet followed , when an excellent handsome gavel made from a piece of oak of the ship received some recognition from the hands of the Most Wor- repast, personally superintended by Bro. Clemow, who was Resolute, and it was unanimously resolved that it be shipful Grand Master in at last conferring one collar, as a assisted by Bro. Evans, and Bro. VV. S. WagstafT, the accepted with many thanks. Letters regretting their in- commencement he hoped, in the East-end of London. He Masonic waiter, was partaken of , and the toasts were ability to accept invitations were read from Bro. George thanked them for the reception given him, not only as a afterwards proposed and responded to. Everett, P.G. Treas., and others. Grand Officer, but as an old friend and an active worker in The songs and recitations were given by Bros. H. H. The lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned the lodge " over the way," the Coborn Lodge, which had Nuding, I.P.M. ; W. J. Pearce, Fawkes, VV. VV. Jones, to an excellent banquet, served in good style, for which worked hand in hand with this lodge for many years. H. Lintott, and V. J. Wright. Bro . Bertini was responsible. There they were enabled to sink slight differences and work Bro. Nuding, I.P.M., in proposing " The VV.M.," said " The Queen and the Craft " having|been duly honoured, in unity to promote the great work of Freemasonry, which Bro. McNish was not only initiated in that lodge, but was Bro. F.Jackson, I.P.M., proposed "The Health of the would be nothing if not Chari ty—Charity in jud gment and wel l tried, and proved to be by that fact in every way fitted W.M." He said that it was somewhat difficult to find in judging other people s actions. to occupy the chair of W.M., and keep up the credit of the anything new to express what the brethren thought of their Bro. Maxfield Mead , I.P.M., then proposed "The Wor- London Rifle Brigade Lodge won for it by his predecessors. genial VV.M. He was beloved by them all, very energetic, shipful Master." He said that on that occasion they would He asked all ths brethren to support and uphold in every and always to the front to do everything to promote the not depart from the good rule but give their W.M. a way they could Bro. McNish , and if they only accorded to interests of the lodge, and it was impossible for any other thorough good and hearty reception. In this lodge the him the support given to him (Bro . Nuding) and his prede- lodge to have a better ruler. Master had to guide, govern and rule some 90 members. cessors, the W.M. ought not to be dissatisfied with his year Bro. C. J. Taylor, the W.M., who was well received, During the past year there had been some progress made of office. stated in eloquent terms that it was onl y a short time ago in their numbers, but the calibre had not deteriorated. Bro. McNish , in acknowledging the toast, which was that he was installed, but after two more meetings he would As I.P.M., it was his proud privilege to say the VV.M. was most cordially received , said it would be his object to con- have to vacate the chair, of which he was more than proud not taking over an empty exchequer, although they had duct the affairs of the lodge as they had been conducted by that he was the occupant; but he should leave it with the done something for the Charities, and he hoped would do previous Worshi p ful Masters. He should certainly try to deepest regret. No one, he thought, should begrudge the something more during the coming year. Bro . Warn , equal them, although it would be difficult. However, he would time that was necessary to qualif y for a W.M. VV.M., had, during the past nine years, devoted time and try, and he thanked the brethren very much for receiving In proposing " The Past Masters," the VV.M. stated that attention to the working, and had been a most regular at- his health so cordially. the great position the lodge held was due to the Past tendant at the lodge of instruction, which augured well for In proposing "The I.P.M.," Bro. McNish said it was Masters, who were the stepping-stones to the prosperity of the good work they would see him do. There was no doubt with pleasure the officers of the lodge had acted under Bro. the lodge. He referred specially to Bro. VV. M. Stiles, there would be plenty of work , and that their meetings Nuding, and he hoped they might have him among them P.M., who had done grand work for the lodge, which would continue to be carried out in a happy and pleasant many years to come. He had to announce that the Bene- would stand him in great stead for the Grand Lodge, for manner. volent box had yielded £2 3s. which he was more than fitted in every way, and on behalf Bro. George Warn, VV.M., thanked the l.P.M. and Bro. Nuding, I.P.M., replying to the toast, said he of the lodge he wished him every success in his candidature brethren for thei r cordial reception , and for their great wished to thank the brethren who had served under him , for the Grand Treasurership. kindness to him ever since he joined the lodge. He had who had all done their duty. He asked every brother who Bro. J ackson, l.P.M., having replied in suitable terms, always been received with the greatest respect, and that had been promoted that evening to serve the W.M. as they Bro. Jas. Willing, junr., also responded. He said that day he had been installed as their W.M. He trusted that had served him and his predecessors. As long as that goodwill was always shown towards the Past Masters. during his year he should receive the confidence they had condition of things lasted the lod ge was bound to succeed. Thei r excellent W.M. was carry ing out his duties in a most placed in him heretofore and the support of his oflicers, He was not going to refer in grandiloquent terms to what efficient manner, and he would keep up the great standard whom he hoped also to meet at the lodge of instruction. the lodge had done in the cause of Charity, but he might of the lodge. He felt he must express, on behalf of the Bro. Tom Green, P.M., replied for the toast of " The say it had done its duty in that respect. Bro. Nuding then members, how sorry they were for Bro. W. M. Stiles, who Installing Master," and said the brethren had added one thanked the brethren for the Past Master's jewel with which was endeared to them all, because he was working so hard more to the many occasions upon which they had showered they had presented him. It would give him great pleasure for the office of Grand Treasurer. He was sure that he would evidence of their goodwill upon him. Their appreciation to put it by the side of those he already wore. have his reward by being elected in March next, and it was a full and satisfactory recompense for any humble Bro. Collins having replied to the toast of " The would be more than an honour for the lodge to have a efforts which he might have put forward in the interest of Initiate,' Bros. E. VVard Verry, Hurley, and Jones re- member as a Grand Officer elected by the masses. that lodge. The membership of the lodge was very largely sponded to that of "The Visitors." Bro. W. M. Stiles, who, on rising to respond, had a drawn from those who lived in the immediate vicinity of the Bro. McDowall, P.M ., Treasurer, responding on behalf hearty reception , said that sometimes he blushed, and he meeting place, and, although it had not been his good for- of " The Past Masters," said that those brethren , though did that night after the many kind things said of him. lie tune to reside among his brethren in that locality, still , by they had gone through the chair , took the same interest in had done his best as their Secretary since the consecration their pleasure, he had been promoted to the highest honour the lodge as when they were in its chair and previousl y to of the lod ge, and if he had the high honour of being elected it was possible to confer upon any member, and he occupying that position. They always had assisted the as Grand Treasurer he should never forget the Strand could assure them that he appreciated very deeply the W..VL, and he honed they always would assist him in Lodge. He had a hard task before him , as his numerous honour placed upon him. Freemasonry they were taught carrying out every arrangement of the lodge. When any opponents were doing their very utmost to gain the coveted was a progressive science which made those who practised it officer was unfortunately absent, they were quite able and office , but he had been repeatedly told that what he had better men and citizens. It was a science whose votaries ready to take his p lace. As Treasurer , he thanked the done in Masonry would compare favourably with what any were called upon to seek the solace of their own distress by lodge for its renewed confidence. He was happy to say the of the other candidates might have done, and, in conclusion, affording relief and consolation toothers in the hour of their lod ge had a good Benevolent Fund, to which , in cases of he thanked them from his heart for their great reception allliction. It was a science which possessed the grandest necessity, application could be made. Independently of that evening and for their kind and good wishes. Bros. E. N. Dale, P.M., and H. S. Foster, P.M., also seemed full y to appreciate the various songs, recitations, Henn , B.A., Chap.; J. H. Wells, P.M., P.J.G.D., Treas.; appropriate terms. &c. Tho brethren appeared , by dispensation , in Masonic E. Broadhent, P.M., Sec. ; VV. Coffey, S.D. ; VV. r,»ni;cd in giving the toast of "The Initiates," the W.M. stated clothing. We anticipate a very nice balance to hand over McElroy , J.D.; T. A. Hopewell , P.M., P.D.G.D.C., D.ofC; X certain that in every household great interest was shown on to the Benevolent Fund. Previous to the concert the W. H. Moitimer , Org. ; J. Spilsbury, I.G. ; Dr. F. W. That night they had triplets. No society could monthly lodge was held, when there were present : Bros. Jordan , G. Hallmark and J. H. Watterson , Stwds. ; and occasions. ' succeed without the infusion of new blood , but it should be C. Fox , W.M.; R. N. Bruni gee, I.P.M. ; Wood , J. R. Fletcher, Tyler. ht were he thought, of the P.P.G.S.B., Constable, P.G.O. T. .rood Those admitted that nig , Sec ; J. , Chap. ; Other members of the lod ge present on the occasion were One was a personal friend of his, and the Stoneforth , P.G.W., acting S.W. ; S. H. C. Ashlin , acting Bros. VV. Webster , P.M., P.P.S.G.D. ; E. Barton , P.M.; very best. ' looking to their proposers and seconders, would, no J.W. ; VV. Pickering, S.D. ; Chamberlain, acting J.D. ; S. 1. Thomson, P.M. ; J. J. Neale, T. W. Stafford , A. others,' ' doubt, be a credit to the lodge and the Craft. j. Constable, acling Org. ; T. Wressle, I.G.; VV. S. Hilton , J. R . A. Smith, J. J ackson , R. Lowndes, VV. ]. remarking that he was not P. Oates ; and G. Naylor Bro. !• B. Giolma replied, Scholey, J. Batty, W. , Tyler, Sherlock , H. Dagnall, E. Dove, C W. Nasmith , C E. used to speech making. He expected to have found some- Visitor : Bro. VV. Burton (Minerva Lodge). A ballot was Roberts, and E. G. Archer. The visitors included Bros. G. thing peculiar, but what he had undergone was a great taken for Mr. W. Cundall , solicitor, which was declared to A. M yers, W.M. 2359, Prov. G.D.C. West Lanes.; H. G. surprise to him , and he hoped to make a good Mason. be unanimous, and he will accordingly be initiated at the Small , P.M. 23GS, Prov. G.D.C Cheshire ; Rev. J. Wat- Bro. F. Soper also responded , observing that he was February lodge. son. P.M. 152 , P.P.G. Chap. East Lanes.; S. Brooks, much impressed with the beautiful ceremony and the P.M. 12S3 ; H. Perry, P.M. 10G; T. Walker, P. M. 1126; very DEVIZES. way it was carried out by the W.M., which he could never F. R. Cooper, P.M. 1000 ; T. H. Thomason, P.M. 739; Wiltshire Lodge of Fidelity (No. 663).— W. A. Brabner, W.M. 23G3 ; J. Hinchcliff , 204 ; and G. Bro! W. R. Hill also replied. He said that he walked The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Conol l y, 1 712. and he into the lodge like a baby, but he left it as a man, Masonic Hall, on the 16th inst. The outgoing VV.M., Bro. In submitting his statement of accounts for the year, trusted to become a valued member of the Order. J. P. Martin, installed the S.W., Bro. F. G. Billingham, as the Treasurer was able to report a fairl y substantial balance The VV.M., in a happy speech , gave the toast of "The VV.M., in a most able manner, and afterwards delivered in the bank, and he gave the pleasing assurance that with Visitors," coupled with the names of Bros. W. A. Scurrah, the usual addresses. There was a good attendance of the present number of members on the roll, income from P.M., and A. E. Todd, W.M. members of the lodge, and the following visitors were pre- subscri ptions would adequately cover all working expenses. He said that visitors He therefore Bro. W. A. Scurrah responded. sent : Bros. W. S. Bambridge, P.M.; P.J.G.W., F. J. , , expressed a hope that in the future all which was initiation and joining always had a hearty reception in that lodge, Leader, VV.M., and H. Hillier , 1533 ; VV. J. Man n , P.M., fees should be entirely set apart for well known for its great hospitality. Might he refer to a P.P.J.G.W., H. Mundy, W.M., H. White, I.P.M., and the Charities—a suggestion which was well received, and subject , one which he thought was dear to the hearts of F. M. Garlick, S.W. G32 ; D. Strachan, P.M. 1066 ; which will probably be acted upon forthwith. Business con- many present. It was a matter that no one could know and T. VV. Flint, J.D. 13SS. The newly-installed W.M. cluded, " Hearty good wishes " were expressed all round, more about than he did. Of course, they knew he meant appointed and invested the officers of the lodge for the and the lodge was closed. Bro. VV. M. Stiles, the candidature of their good friend, ensuing year as follows : Bros. J. P. Martin , l.P.M.; F. Half-an-hour later the brethren and ladies, numbering who stood in a most unique position. He had documents Reynolds, S.W. (by deputy) ; F. Wyatt, J.W.; Rev. VV. about 90, assembled in the drawing-room, and then pro- in his possession testifying that great numbers would make Humphrys, P.M., Chap. ; Hancock, P.M., Treas.; T. C. ceeded to the large hall—richl y and tastefully decorated for a point of attending to vote in March next, and he hoped Hopkins, P.M., Sec. ; H. H. Baker, S.D. ; J. Hunt, the occasion—where the banquet was held. that all would work their hardest. Bro. Stiles had been in J.D.; H. Howse, P.M., D.C ; VV. H. Bush, P.M., Org. ; The customary list of loyal and Masonic toasts were sub- the field for nearly two years. Many would perhaps abstain S. W. Tayler, I.G. ; A. Sheppard and F. Rendell, Stwds. ; mitted and duly honoured. from voting thinking that his election was a foregone con- and C. R. Barnes, Tyler. In proposing " The Worshipful Master," Bro. T. T. clusion , but to those he would more than urge to make a After the lodge was closed, the brethren adjourned to a Shann said that it was unquestionably the toast of the point of attending to record their votes. banquet at the Bear Hotel , which was served up in excel- evening. Bro. Reynolds—initiated in the iodge at the same Bro. A. E. Todd , W.M., also replied . It was his first lent style by Bro. Reynolds, and for which Bro. Simon time as himself—had every brother's best wishes, and every visit , and he was very much impressed with the working of Watson Tayler sent his usual kind present ot venison. lady's too, for success in his next year's work. From the the VV.M.—he had never seen better. He was glad to be humblest position in the lodge, he had gradually worked his able to state that his lodge would go solid for Bro. Stiles. DIDSBURY. way upwards, until now he enjoyed the highest distinction He resided in the north of London, and from what he had that his brethren could confer upon him. He had risen by heard the brethren there would support their well-tried Doric Lodge (No. 2359).—The regular meeting merit, the character of his work during the many years of friend. of this lodge was held on Saturday, the 13th instant, at the his official career being, as was well known , of the highest Bro. C. Val Hunter also responded , remarking that he Didsbury Hotel. There was again a very large gathering possible order. He fully deserved the confidence of the was glad to see true fraternal feeling in the lodge, and he of brethren , and plenty of work , as we see by the circular brethren, and he (Bro . Shann) was sure that the honour bore testimony to the good working of the W.M. He was there were two initiations and three passings, the two former and dignity of the lodge were in safe keeping for the next a member of the Corporation , and he would do his utmost and one passing ceremonies were performed by Bro. G. A. \l months. in the city to support Bro. Stiles, who he hoped would be M yers, P.M., P.G.D.C, VV.M., and the others respectively Bro. Reynolds, in reply, sincerely thanked the l.P.M. elected as Grand Treasurer, as from what he had done in by Bros. Stretch, I.P.M., and Towell, P.M., Bros. J. M. and all the assembled ladies and brethren for the flattering Masonry no one was more entitled to that high office. Veal, J.W., giving the address to the candidates, and A. terms in which his name had been introduced, and the ¦ ¦ The W.M. gave " The Officers," remarking that they K. Booth royd, S.W., presented the working tools in each hearty manner in which it had been received. It was were doing their work well, and would all go forward and Degree. After all business had been attended to, the lodge gratif ying to feel that his work had merited their kindly keep up the great prestige of the lodge, to which suitable was closed. acknowledgment, and to know that during the ensuing year replies were made by Bros. Evans, S.W. ; VV. Merrett, The following brethren were present: Bros. G. A. he had the full privilege to claim assistance and advice from J.W. ; W. S. Hooper, S.D. ; R. VV. Steggles, J.D. ; Myers, P.M., Prov. G.D.C, W.M.; A. K. Boothroyd, the Past Masters of the lodge, under many of whom he Campbell, D.C ; J.N. Hare, Buston , and Seary, Org. S.W. ; J. M. Veal , l.VV. , J. Walker, Sec. ; F. Thomas, had served , and strict loyalty and forbearance from the The Tyler's toast brought a very successful evening to a S.D. ; Jos. Ward , j.D. ; James Sharpies, I.G. ; C. li, brethren whom he was now called upon to rule and guide close, and the W.M. is to be congratulated on the great Towell, P.M. ; F. Stretch, I.P.M.; F. Morgan and J. Masonically. He was particularly pleased, and indeed con- success of the gathering. Laurisch, Stwds. ; G. Metcal fe, Tyler; Brett , Baldwin, sidered it a great honour, to have for l.P.M. so sterling a During the evening Bros. Westcott, Steggles, Strutt, Barker, Brundrett , Boddy, Dearnaley, Green , Kay, Law- brother as Bro. Shann. They had worked together and Stewart Walker, A. E. Todd , J. Soper, and Channing renson , K Myers, Moss, J. Moore, V. J. Ratchford, F. 13, been associated in various ways for many years, but their vocally and otherwise entertained the brethren, the two Ratchford , Roberts, Rowsell, Sayers, Shuter, Jos. Smith, Masonic bond of union had been stronger than any other. last-named deserving special mention. Worstencroft, and Young. Visitors : Bros. C VV. Provis, Bro. Shann had only to be intimately known to be appre- P.M.; S. Leighton ; J. Heyes, P.M. ; VV. E. Har- ciated. In the lod ge he was well known ; hence the St. Mark' s College Lodge (No. 2157).— wood, P.M.; F. S. Nava, C. Shaw, J. E. Grundy, and R, abundant manifestations of respect and regard exhibited The installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Hilton. during the past year. He trusted that he would be spared Holborn Restaurant on Friday, the 19th instant, the chair with health and strength, and that the lodge might enjoy being taken by Bro. A. Preece Lye, VVorship ful Master, GA TESHEAD-ON-TYNE. the benefit of his wise counsels for many years to come. supported by the officers and brethren of the lodge Industry Lodge (No.48).—The usual monthl y He had the greatest pleasure in asking his acceptance of a and the following visitors : Bros. Wm. Markham, F. H. meeting of this patriarchal lodge was held on Monday, the beautiful Past Master's jewel the inscription on which would Griffiths , F. A. Devereux , A. F. Jeffery, C. II. Damant, R. 22nd inst.. when there was another brilliant assemblage of exp lain itself: " Presented to Bro. l'. Thornhill Shann, Sebastian Hart, R. Greenwood, William Pile, H. W. members and visitors. The VV.M., Bro. VV. J. Jobson , P.M., by the brethren of Prince Edward Lodge, No. 2109, Clemow, William Hunt, Robert J. Voisey, F. Heddon , G. presided, and was supported and assisted by the following in recognition of his valuable services. 1S93." II. Silverwood , A. Lake, J. F. Saunders, P. F. Wallis, J. brethren : Bros. M. R. Wright, I.P.M. ; Wm. Richardson, Bro. Shann, in a few well-chosen remarks, suitably Parkham, E. G. Field , James Andrews, Henry Ball, Albert P.M. ; Wm. Brown, P.M., D.C ; Wm. Dalrymple, P.M., acknowledged the gift. J. T. Tate, and W. Pearce. I.G. ; Smith , P.M. ; Robt. Whitefield , P.M.; M. Cor- Other toasts, interspersed by appropriate songs from The minutes of the previous meeting were read and con- bitt, P.M., Treas. ; D. Sinclair, P.M.; R. F. Cook, P.M.; Bros. J. H. Greenwood , Thomson, Brabner, Mortimer, and firmed. The W.M. expressed his thanks to the officers for VV. Stafford, S.W. ; T. R. Jobson, P.M. 16G4, as J.W. ; others, followed. " The Ladies " (Bro. A. Hilton), " The the assistance they had given him during his term of office. Rev. E. VV. Drage, Chap. ; A. Doods, Sec. ; t. W. Visiting Brethren " (Bro. G. Garnett, J.W.), " The Newly He appointed Bro. Wm. Pile, P.P.S.G.D. Surrey, to act as Bagnall, S.D. ; 11. JacksonJ.D. ; T. Chegwidden , I.G.; Invested Officers " (Bro. W. Webster, P.M.), " The S.W. ; Bro. H. VV. Clemow, P.P.G.D.C. Buck', as J.W. ; R. Ferry, Org. ; Vv. I. Campbell and Win. Holzapfel, Masonic Chanties " (Bro. T. T. Shann), and the Tyler's and Bro. A. F. Jeffery, P.P.J.G.W. Middlesex, as I.G. Stwds. ; J. Curry, Tyler; A. Ross, G. C. Potts, T. H. toast (Bro. J. R. Fletcher, Tyler). Bro. J. Raper Phillips, J.W. and W.M. elect, was presented Armstrong, J. Neil, VV. BIythe, R. S. Hindmarsh , Tom Subsequent to the banquet, an entertainment of about an to the ' W.M. by Bro. Rev. J. H. Smith, P.M., P.P.G.C. Smilh. Richd . Hewett, W. Lee, C. Graham, J. Lightbown, hour s duration was given in the drawing-room, after which Leicestershire and Rutland, Treasurer, and was duly in- J. Armstrong, N. B. Smith, R. Brason, Wm. Towers, and dancing was indulged in until a late hour. stalled in a most impressive and earnest manner. Bro. J. others. The visiting list was a lengthy one. Amongst Bro. W. II. Mortimer catered ia his usual satisfactory O'Connell, P.M., P.P.G.O. Surrey, acted as D.C. The those present we noticed Bros. F. Furnbull, VV.M. 4S1; manner. VV.M. appointed and invested his officers as follows : Bros. T. Dinning, P.M. 4S15 T. Wright, W.M. 1342 ; Jos. The jewel was manufactured by Bro. George Kenning. A. Preece Lye, l.P.M. ; R. H. Catling, S.W.; J. Cook, P.M. 1342 ; J. G. Cole, W.M. 1G7G; J. T. Stark, Stanton , J.W. ; Rev. G. W. Gent, Chap. ; Rev. C J. J.D. 167G; G. Donkin, S.D. 1G7G; H. Forster, I.G. 1O7G; MANCHESTER. Smith, Asst. Chap. ; Rev. J. H. Smith, P.M. 279, 1920, H. Elliott, VV.M. L P R. Stewart, S.W. 424 ; J. 424 ; yon, Duchess of York Lodge (No. 2482). .P.G.C. Leicestershire and Rutland, Treas. ; T. Simpson, P.M. ; W. F. Hall 406 ; A. Wintei , 4oG ; Cook , —The Sec 40G , J. regular meeting was held on Monday, the 15th inst., at the ; H. R. Elkin , Asst. Sec. ; A. Streeter, S.D. ; j. L. S.D. 40G ; H. Rochester, W.M. 541 ; J. McGregor, S.W. Johnson Victoria Hotel. Bro. T. Archer Lowe, P.M., P.P.G.S.B., , J.D. ; W. T. Thompson , I.G. ; L. H. Walker, ; R. Renwick , J.D. 541 ; H. A. Wand, Stwd. ; Org. ; 541 541 W.M., opened the lodge, and was supported by his officers. J. H. Stanton and |. Parry, Stwds.; and J. E. |. Harding, ; E. Stephens, J.W. 541 ; S. S. Whiteman 541 The following were present: Bros. J. W. Shaw, I.P.M. ; , Tyler. The W.M. then presented a Past Wiggins, I.G. ; Geo. Wilsfln , P.M. 541 ; Henry Master 541 Robert Fox , S.W. ; Peter Bratt, J.W. ; P. VVh yman, 's jewel to Bro. A. P. Lye on behal f of the officers Miller, ; C Featonby, 424; Wm. Lyall, 40G ; L. and 541 J. Treas.; J. Walmsley, Sec. ; E. Archer Lowe, J.D. ; I . brethren, in recognition of his very efficient services to C. Guthrie Seymour Bell, P.M. 1G2G ; and the , 40G ; J. Beardmore, P.M.; F. Evans, Oswald Dearden, G. lodge during his Mastership. The gift was suitably many others. acknowled Brietley, J. II. Russell , J. Howorth, VV. T. Scholield, ged. After receiving the hearty congratulations After some preliminary business, the ballot was taken for of the P.M. ; R. Telford, P.P.S.G.D.; T. D. Hooper, | P.M., brethren , the W.M. closed the lodge, and an ad- four candidates, and Messrs. W. E. Peacock , Richd. Dob- journment P.P.G.T. ; and G. S. Smith , P.M., P.P.G.O. Visitjrs : was then made to the banqueting room. and Robt. Kelley being in attendance, were duly I he son , Bros. T. Hulme, J. Walton, P.M.; R. Bromley, Thos. usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given in felicitous initiated by the W.M. The acting J.W. explained the J. lermsb Pike, P.M. ; S. Mamelock, P.M. ; B. Steul, W. Bowden , y the W.M. working tools and Bro. Win . Brown, P.M., D.C, explained Ihe , J. T. VVhaite, T. Guest, and W. VV. Holbrook. There was following brethren replied for "The Visitors : " the tracing board of the Degree in a manner that agreeably «ros. F. A. Devereux , A. F. Jeffery, C. H. Damant, R. an initiation , two passings, and one raising, the ceremony Sebastian surprised and pleased the assembly. being performed by the VV.M. Hart, R. Greenwood, William Pile, 11. VV. The names of the brethren eligible for the chair were Uemow, William Hunt, Robert J. Voisey, F. Heddon , and read, and the usual nominations for Committees, &c, "_ ¦ H. Silverwood. NORWICH. 1 he followed, after which the proceedings closed , and an proceedings were brought to a close by the Tyler's adjournment was made to the refreshment board . Social Lodge (No. 9J). — The installation meeting of this old lodge took place at the Masonic Hall , on Tuesday, the IIEATON MOOR. 9th inst., and proved of more than ordinary interest, there being over So brethren present to do honour PROVIN CIAL MEETINGS. Prince Edward Lodge (No. 2109) . The to the new VV.M., Bro. C Fasola, whose portrait we annual installation meeting and Festival of St. John was produce in another column. Amongst the visitors present were Bros. Hamon Le CROWLE. held in the Assembly Hall of the Conservative Club, on Strange, D.P.G.M.; Barnard , Thursday, the nth inst. The lodge was opened by the P.G. Sec. ; Harwell , White, Capt. Mills, and Baxter , P.G. Isle of Axholme W.M., Bro. I. Ihornhill Miann , and formal business trans- Wardens; Lacey, Baldry, Pearce Butler, Riley, annual Lodge (No. 1482). — The , Olford , Masonic concert for the benefit of the Charities took acted , after which the ceremony of Installing the W.M. and S. Berry, all Past Prov. Grand Officers ; the W.M.' °" luesda s nn^ y> the iCH) inst. Bro. Harry Liston, the elect, Bro. A. \V. Reynolds, S.W., was most impressively of the Union , Perseverance, Sincerity, and Wal pole Lodges; comedian was engaged P.M. 'I he following are Payne, Neivhouse the . , c ' and was most successful in rendered by Bro. J. W. Berra , , Reeve, Palmer, Howitt, Morgan, e ° s "umerous representations of young and the officers for the ensuing year : Bros. A. W. Reynolds, Valenani, P.M. and Sec. Mentasti, and Faloj (Rothesay oldu rich• i! J < and poor. There was a large audience who W.M. ; J. Hurst, S.W.; G. Garnett, J.W.; Rev. J. LoJge, London) ; Parker (St. Paul's Lodge, London) : and J. M. McLeod , P.P.S.G.W. Derbyshire, Sec. R.M.I. VV.M., opened the lodge, and the minutes of the previous SOUTHAMPTON. Boys. The installation cerrmony was ably performed by meeting were read and confirmed. The ballot was taken Royal Gloucester Lodge (No. 130). —There the l.P.M., Bro. V.. Wightman , who was the deserved for Mr. Robert McConnell, which proving favourable, he was initiated in a most effective manner b Bro. F. Batty, was a large gathering of Masons at the meeting of the recipient of praise from the large Board of Installed y Tuesday when Bro. Bernard I.P.M. The working tools were presented by Bro. McKay, above lodge on , the 11th inst., Masters. In this and a few other lodges in the Province of "P.M. 1112 P.P.G. Stwd., was installed into the W who also delivered the charge in an able manner. Harfield , , Norfolk a very pretty " point " is introduced in the instal- J. ., lodge over which At the close of the ceremony the ballot was taken for Bro. chair of a his late father, Bro . Robert lation which, thoug h not " Emulation " working, is pre- Harfield , presided hal f a cen ury ago. The work of In- lohn Williams Jones, which was favourable. The lod ge ' served as a landmark , the oiigin of which even the uld-est Master had been undertaken by the Grand Master was at this period adj turned for a few minutes. The stalling Past Masters have been unable to discover , and which of the province, Bro. VV. VV. B. Beach , M.P., this being The brethren being c^ll-'d on , the lodge was opened to the certainly added effect to Ihe ceremony of induction. his second visit to the Gloucester lolge within its Masinic Second Degree by the Installing Master , Bro. Stringleman. VV.M. invested Irs officers as follows : Bros. Colebv. S.W. ; year, but at the last moment he was unable to leave London Bros. R. Lloyd , P.G.T., was appointed S.W. ; |ohn Cubitt Page, J.W. ; Ladffll , P.M., P.P.G.D. of Cers., G- till the afternoan train , being in attendance at a South- Boden P.M., Past Provincial G and Director of Cere- Treas. ; Comniins, P.M , P.P.G. Purst., SPO ; B^idgmin. , western B >ard meeting postaoned from Wednes- monies ; and Charles Cooler , P.G.P. Bro. John Roberts, Ra'l.vay P.M., P.P.G. Reg., Dir. of Cers. ; Wilkinson , S. D. ; day the 10th inst., to admit ot the directors attending Mrs. S.W., W.M. el ct, was p -es^nted to the Installing Master, Downes, J.D. ; Dawson , I.G. ; Wilsin , Org. ; Havers Scotter s funeral. I he ceremony was therefore conducted Hollid ge Ty ler. by Bro. Frederick Batty, I.P.M., and was duly installed. and Stevens, Stwds. ; and , by the Deputy Prov. Grand Master, Bro J. E. Le Feuvre, The banquet was well served , and the VV.M., whilst Bro. J. Roberts is very popular, and being a public man, we predict a very successful year for the Talbot Lodge. and was shorn of some of the ritual , the W.M. elect having, regretting an inadequate knowledge of th^. English tongue, alread The working tools in the respective Degrees were presented as shown abov , y pa >sed the chair of the Shirley Lodge. proved the reverse by the graceful manner in which he In handing over the ancient warrant of the lodge to the b Bro. Fred. Batty. P.M.; he also presented the lodge submitted the toasts, and in his conduct as presiding y newly-installed Master, the D.P.G.M. said it had been warrant, etc. The following b ethren were invested as officer could not be excelled. entrusted to the keeping of many worthy Masons, and no After the usual loyal toasts, that of " The P.G.M., Lord officers for the ensumg y.-ar: Bros. R. E. Stringleman , l.P.M. ; Chas. Mack iy, S.W. ; E Faulkner, J.W. ; G. one of these on the roll of the lodge was kept in more Suffield was honoured, regret at the cause of his absence honoured remembrance than ihe father of the present R. Lloyd , P.M.. P.G. Treas., Treas ; Wm. Lowsby, •—sudden indisposition—being expressed by the VV.M. officrs Sec ; Harold Nickson , S.D. ; F'ank Gr<-r n , J.D. ; Fred. W.M. The following were invested as the for the The toasts of " The Grand Officers " and of " The ensuing year: Bros C T. Penny, I.P.M. ; R. F. Collins " Batty, P.M., D.C. ; hn Allin , Org. : Hen-v Happuld , , Dep ity Provincial Grand Masti-r were ably resp inded to J S.W. ;' H. H. Hogge, ; R. VV. Lees, P.M., 1 G.; George Unsworth , S. |. Silvester, T. K. Peacock , J. J.W. by Bro. Hamon Le Strange, P.G.D., berts, J. J. , Chap. ; speeches, and the cordial and affectionate welcome he re- A. Leach S.D. ; A. A. Burnett , Stwds. ; and VV. Chesshyre, P.M , T ler. They were J. , J.D. ; S. Darke, ceived at the hands of Ihe brethren testified to the deserved y P.M., D.C ; C. T. Wells addre-std b Bro. G. R. Lloyd , P.M., P.G. Treas ; Bro. J. Sharp, I.G. ; J. , Org. ; popularity he enjoys in the province. y Arthur Angell and T. A . A. Cleveland , Stwds.; and W. Charles Martyne, P. M., address- d B-o.G R. Lloyd, Treas. ; Bro. Le Strange incidentally mentioned that he was V'are, Tyler. The Provincial Grand Master arrived just engaged in compiling a History of Norfolk Masonry, and Bro. John Boden , P. M., P.P.G.D.C, addn-s-ed the W.M. and brethren ; and Bro. Wm. Gi id ice, P.G.S.B , Prov. after the conclusion of the cersmony and was received in permission was accorded him to examine the old records of customary M asonic form. The Installing G. Sec addressed the Wardens. The Auditors' leport of Master wis this lodge. , thanked for undertaking at short notice the installing work the Treasurer's accounts was adopteJ , and found very satis- , "The Health of th». Worship!ul Master " was feelingly and a cordial vote of thanks was awarded to the I.P.M., factory . Bro. G. R. Llovd , P.G. Treas., was elected proposed by the I.P.M., who alluded to the truly fraternal Bro . Penny, for the efficient manner in which he had ful- affection Bro. Fasola had gained for himself by his uprig ht Charity Representative. After " Hearty good wishes " ad been expressed from the numerous visirors present, the filled the duties of the chair during the past year, and a conduct and geniality to all with whom he had come in jewel was voted to him from the lodge funds. The l.P.M. contact during his career in the city, as was evidenced by Grand and Provincial Grand Officers retired, and the 1 rd ge was closed. returned thanks, and the visitors having tendered their the large gathering that day. His Masonic conduct in the " Hearty good wishes " to the VV.M., the lodge was clased. various minor offices in the lodge proved him thoroughly Subsequently a banquet took place, and was admirably The brethren afterwards sat down to an excellent banquet capable of carrying out the duties of his high office , and he served by Bro. VV. Wood. The usual toast list was pro- provided b Mr. Etherid prophesied a happy and useful year for the lod ge under his ceeded with, when all the loyal and Masonic cnes were y ge, under the superintendence of Bro. Clarke rule. dealt with and enthusiastically receiv.-d and responded to. , D.C. The toast having been honoured with acclamation , During the evening a b-autiful Past M ester's jewel was In responding for " The Grand Lodge of England," the leman for the valuable services he D.P.G.M. said it was possible that the important Bro. Fasola responded in a few brief but terse sentences, presented to Bro. String appoint- r his yerr of office . ment of President of the Board of General thanking the brethren for their consideration , and for the had rende ed to the lodge dudng Purposes, honour accorded to him in his unanimous election to the The magnificent present was gracelully acknowledged which was about to fall vacant by the retirement of Bro. by the l.P.M. Fenn might be offered to Bro. R. Loveland Loveland chair of that old lodge. He was proud of it, and would do , , and his utmost to maintain its high reputation. He then pro- The following brethren were present: Bros. E. Stringle- he was sure that if that should be the case, Hampshire man Roberts, 5.W. ; Charles Mackay, Masons would heartil ceeded to submit the toast of " The Installing Master " who , VV.M.; John y congratulate one of their number on , , Sec. VV. Lowsby, S.D; had crowned a good year's work by the admirable manner J.W. ; Edwin Faulkner ; receiving such a distinguished honour. P.M., in which he had performed the ceremony ot the evening. Harold Nickso n , J.D ; Charles Martyne, D.C ; " The Health of the Provincial Grand Master " was pro- I.G. ; W. Chesshyre It was Ins pleasure and privilege to attach to Bro. Wi ht- John Allin , Org. ; Frank Green , , pose I from the Chair and warmly received, and in the course g T l.P.M. ; , P.M P.P. man's breast a Past Master 's jewel, which had been sub- yler; Fred. Batty, John Boden , of his reply Bro. Beach expressed his regret that he could d P.M., P.G. Treas. ; Alfred scribed for most readily by every member of the lod on G.D.C; Geo. R. Lloy , not reach Southampton in time to fulfil his promise to install ge, , P. whose behalf he expressed a hope that he would be long Dowson, Geo. Unsworth , VV. B. Jackson , Wm. Grant Bro. Harfield , for it was always a pleasure to him to per- H. Happold Wm. Goodacre P.G. spared to wear the jewel, and esteem it as a mark of their Baybut , T. Peacock, . , form Masonic work, and it was a gratification to him at all S.B., Lambert, P.P.G. Reg. ; E. L. Littler, high regard and esteem. P.G.S.; J. J. times to visit the Gloucester Lodge, where he always met P.P.G.P.; and E. E. Levy. Visitors : Bras. Slyman, Bro. Wightman, I.P.M., in responding, felt deeply J. so many old friends. He congratulated the brethren on the P.P.G.D.; P.M. G. S. Smith, touched by the manner in which that unexpected gift had C. Heywooel, , P.f'.D.C ; way in which the Province of Hampshire was coming to b?en made, and assured the brethren that so long as he was P.G. Org. ; Chas. Cooper, P.M., P.P.G.P. ; H. Ogden , the front , and it would be an especial honour to them should A. Dunkerley, Jolliffe , VV.M. Geo. Cranston, able to be of service, his best endeavours were at their VV. H. 1730; one of their number be appointed to so prominent and d'sposal. T. Bowers, P.M.; Harry H. Martyne, VV.M. 13S7 ; j. important a posi tion as that of President of the Board of Walsh P.M.; C. W. Curran P.M. ; and VV. " 'The Visitors " was duly honoured , and , in response, , John Law, , General Purposes, and he was sure no worthier Mason lived the W.M. of the Union Lodge, and Bro. Valeriani and Tarrington, P.M. than Bro. Loveland Loveland. The jewel was manufactured by Bro. George Kenning. others expressed their delight at being present. Replying for " The Provincial Grand Officers, Present Bro. Valeriani, asafellow countryman , speaking for him- OXFORD. and Past," the P.G.S., Bro. Goble, expressed his thanks to self and brethren who had journeyed from London particu- the Secretaries of lodges for the interest they took in their larly expressed gratification with the whole of the proceed- Bertie Lodge (No. 1515).—Great progress has work, and the amount of labour they saved him by the ings of the day, and to the regard in which his oH friend been made by the above lodge during the past few years, assistance they always accorded him so readily. and brother was held wherever he had made his home. thanks to a succession of energetic and popular Masters, Several other toasts were honoured, the proceedings Owing to the inclement weather several from Bri ghton and and it was evidenced on Thursday, the nth instant, by the passing off most successfully. London had been unable to be present. large company present at the festival, which was un- Other toasts followed, and then came that of " The doubtedly one of the most successful the lodge has ever SURBITON. Masonic Charities," responded to by Bro. McLeod , Secre- held. Prior engagements robbed the brethren of the plea- tary Boys' School , ar.dBro. Ladell , P.M. and Treasurer of sure of welcoming the P.G.M. and the D.P.G.M., but, Surbiton Lodge (No. 2146).—On Tuesday, trc lodge. Bro. McLeod commenced his observations by a nevertheless, there was a distinguished company present, the iGth inst., there was a full attend ince of members humorous, releitnce to the fact that at such an early hour in including the Prov. Grand Treas., Bro. Enhcilm; Bros. under the presidency of Bro. G. F. Budden , W.M., with the morning (12.30) he felt he was commencing another day 's E. J. Giles, VV.M. 340 ; Dr. Wilson, W.M. elect 357J his Wardens, Bros. Williams and Gilby assisting. The work, and not having previously had an opportunity given Darby, P.M. Marlborough Lodge ; A. J. Hill, P.M. 340 ; other officers were filled as usual , with the exception that to him of addressing a Norfolk audience, he should venture F. Bacon, P.M. 340 ; M atthews, P.M.; Jenkin, P.M. Bro. A. Wilson, P.M., acted as J.D. The W.M. gave an to detain them for some time in order to make up lost ground. 340 ; T. Ford , P.M.; Buckell, P.M.; Dr. Plumridge, interesting display of work in the initiation of Mr. A. J. After detailing statistics as to what Masonic Charity in P.M.; Dan Symes, P.M.; W. H. White, P.M. ; E. Hollinshead, every detail of the ceremony was carried out general , and our three great Institutions in particular, had F. Greenwood, P.M.; VV. R. Bowden , P.M. ; and several with scrupulous fidelity to ritual. The S.W. gave the done—especiall y during the year just closed—he proceeded members of Prov. G. Lodge, Sic., so the new W.M. com- charge to the initiate in an impressive manner, and the to give information respecting the Boys' School for which menced his year of office under most auspicious surround- working tools were explained by the J.W. he especiall y pleaded. He pointed out that the Province of ings. 'The business on the agenda being over, Bro. A. Wilson, Norfolk had during the past six years received great benefits The ceremony of raising having been performed by Bro. P.M., rose to address the lodge. He said he had the from that Institution , having had on an avcrageof four-and- Zacharias, whose year of office has, perhaps, been the pleasurable duty put on him of presenting to their worthy a-half boy s on the Foundation at a total cost to the funds of most successful in the annals of the lodge, Bro. D. Symes, Treasurer, Bro. Sebastian Hart, P.M., a testimonial of the £i2Co. During the same period the province had contri- P.M., installed Bro. VV. Harris, P.P.G.S., in a most im- esteem and regard in which he was held by the members I ut'd £-t ^3 onl y. 'There were now three boys on the pressive manner as W.M. for the ensuing year, the latter of the lodge, shown in the purch ase by unanimous sub- Foundation , one being admitted by the Board investing the following brethren as his officers : Bros. J. scription of the handsome watch which he (Bro. Wilson) nf Management to fill an extra vacancy that Zacharias, l.P.M.; J. Hastings, S.W. ; II. M. Turner, held in his hand. They all knew what Bro. Hart had done had ircurrid since the October election , when he narrowly J.W. ; F. T. Ford , "P.M., P.P.G.D. of C, Treas. ; F. for the lodge since it was formed , and how carefully he had missed cli rtion , and was highest on the list of unsuccessful Marychrirch , P.P.G.D.C, Sec ; K. J. Verney, S.D. ; guarded their funds from the time he was elected Treasurer. candidates. He therefore considered he had made out a G. M. R. Cockburn, J.D. ; J. Rogers, I.G. ; H. Porter, He found a debt, but now was able to show a balance (£54 strong cam on them to support Bro. Capt. Mills, who had DC ; T. VV. Taphouse, A.D.C; J. H. Kempster, odd) such as they had never before had. They all trusted kindl y undertaken to represent the province as a Steward Org. ; E. F. Greenwood , P.M., P.P.G. Supt. of W., and that Bro. Hart might give them similar hel p for many at their next Festival. He hoped, also, that Bro. Captain A. E. Hunt, Stwds. ; and G. Norwood, P.P.G. Tyler, years. Bro. Wilson then handed the watch to Bro. Hart, Mil' s would be accompanied in the occasion by their l ylcr. adding the hope that he might be spared long to wear it. VV.M. , as representing that lod ge direct , and that the lod ge The W.M. having closed the lodge, the brethren ad- Bro. Sebastian Hart, who was greatly affected by the would thus set a brilliant example to the rest of the pro- journed to the large hall, where the Stewards had provided unexpected gift, thanked the members of the lodge for their virce. lie felt particularly grateful to the W.M. for ex- a recherche banquet. great kindness, and assured them that the watch would be tending to him the cordial invitalhn , and had gladl y A most enjoyable evening was spent , there being a strong handed down to his son, who is Organist to the lodge, as availed himsell of it , as he was now enabled to say he had muster of visitors, and songs were contributed in excellent a highly treasured possession. visi'e-d —with one exception—every province in the king dom. style by Bros. II. J. Knowles, T. Lucas, H. M, 'Turner, H. The lodge having been closed , the brethren partook of l iro. I.'idell also responded , and in allusion lo the fi gures Porter Brown , and W. R. Bowden , Dr. Plumrid ge, pre- supper, specially arranged for in honour of the presenta- given thi 111 by Bro . .MrLied , he could assuic that brother siding at the piano. tion, and the W.M. proposed in brief terms the customary that Ihe claims of his Institution would not be lost sight of " The Health of the VV.M. " was proposed by Bro. toasts. He called upon Bro. W. Drewett, P.M., Sec. JiSy, in that lodge. Zacharias, P.M., in felicitous terms, allusion being made P.P.G. Std. Br., who was a visitor, to respond for " The " The Officers " and Tyler 's toast followed , and the to the fact that the chair of the lodge had, only a few years Prov. Grand Officers," and he took advantage of he oppor- meeting afterwards broke up amidst general congratulations back, been occupied by his brother, Bro. G. Harris, tunity to remind the brethren of the approaching Festival on a harmonious and successful gathering. whose untimel y death had been so deeply regretted by the of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , under the members. presidency of the Prov. Grand Master, at which it was OLD TRAFFORD. Needless to say, it was drunk with the greatest enthu- hoped , he said, that Surrey would give noble support to siasm. the grand cause. Talbot Lodge (No. 2231). —Th- installation 'The W.M. responded with the modesty which seems Responding for the toast of "The Treasurer," Bro. meeting was held on Friday, the 19 th inst., at the Stretford characteristic of newly-installed VV.M. 's. Hart was able to more justly thank the brethren for their Local Board Offices, Talbot-road. Since this lodge was The speeches were short and to the point, kind feeling towards him than he did when in lodge ; anil consecrated a few years ago it has made rapid progress, Bro. Hastings saying a few well-chosen words in re- Bro. Hewitt added his testimony to that of Bro. Wilson and has become one of Ihe most important in the Province commendation of Masonic Charities, more especially the in respect of the valuable assistance the lodge had had of West Lancashire, and the working of the respective Bcnevole.it. from their worthy Treasurer, when he was responding f"r officers is almost perfection. Ihe brethren assembled The meeting broke up with the heartiest good wishes for " The Past Master 's " toast. punctually at two o'clock. Bro. R. E. Stringlcman, Bro. Harris during his year ol office. A very successful evening was then brought to a close. WHITEHA VEN. ST. LUKE'S LODGE (No. 144). —A meeting of this lodge was held on Monday, the 22nd inst., at the Victoria (N o. S72).—The annual installa- TRoyal Hrcb Lewis Lodge Tavern , Gertrude-street, Chelsea, when there were present the above lodge was held on Monday, the f ' n meeting of Bros. Austin , VV.M. ; Thomas. S.W. ; Saunders, ; Masonic Hall , when Bro. A. Fowler, J.W. -th inst., at the J. l.ONGTl .X. C iris r m . Preceptor ; Stutfield , Sec ; Tucker, S.D. ; elect, was duly installed by Bro. W. D. P. Field, W M.' Bradley, J.D. ; Smith, I.G. ; Harwell, Beauchamp, Ruff , pjj p.p.G.D.C., assisted by Bro. A. W. Johnson, EtrUSCan Cha pter (No. 546).—The quarterl y and Ham. ' ler, and the following were invested as i p Tyf p G. Ty meeting was held at the Masonic Hall , on Thursday, the 'The lod ge was opened in due form , and the minutes of ' P.M., S.W.; M. Clarke flicers : Bros. J. Matthews, J. , iSth inst., when the Principals' chairs were occupied by theprevious meetingwere read and confirmed. The cere- ¦ ¦ Anderson , W.M. 119, P.P.G. Chap., 1 VV Rev. las. Comps. VV. Brickel. P.Z., P.P.G.P.S. (in the absence of mony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro. Barwell being ' " P.M., P. P.S.G.W.. Treas.; W. D. f-hao - LSpittall , Comp. Chapman , M.E.Z., who was in London); P. H. candidate. The lodge was opened in the Second and Dixon S.D. ; S. Mossop, ; p Field, Sec; J. , J. J.D. Bennion , H.; and S. J. Bott, J. Comp. J. F. Pepper, Third Degrees. The ist and 2nd Section of the Third and Org. ; R. Boucher, I.G. ; Brown , H Kerr, D.C. J. P.G.H., was also present. Lecture were worked by the Preceptor, assisted h and Williamson, Stwds. ; and y the r Cooper. J. Nirhol, J. The minutes having been read, Comp. Pepper addressed brethren. The lodge was rrsumed to the First Degree. There were upwards of 40 Past Masters I Sewell, Tvler. the companions, and, in the course of his remarks, stated The W.M. rose for the first time, and the dues w< n and brethren present. that he had visited the whole of the chaptersin the Province collected. The VV.M. rose for the second time and Bro. " Hearty good wishes " from the , After the customary of Staffordshire during the vear. At the conclusion of his Thomas was unanimously elected W.M. for the ensuing ge was closed, and the brethren dined at the visitors, the lod rcmaiks, Bro. Ihe Rev. Vincent Litchfield , M.A., was week. The VV.M. rose for the third time, when it was where a pleasant evening was spent. Grand Hotel, balloted for and accepted. Bros. T. J. Cope and VV. C. proposed by Bro . Stutfield , and seconded by Bro. Saunders, French, of 546, and R. W. Day, 41s, who had bee n pre- YORK. that a vote of thanks be recorded on the minutes ta Bro. viously balloted for, were exalted to the Supreme Degree of Austin for the efficient manner he had occupied the chair Lodge (No. 236).—The installation meet- R.A.M. by Comp. Brickel, who also gave the mystical lec- for the first time. 'The lod ge was then closed. York the historical and symbolic lectures being given by was held at the Masonic Hall, Duncombe-place, on the ture, RANELAGH LODGE (No. —A meeting was held ing Comps. Bott and Bennion. The election of officers for the R34). ' [_ , inst., when the W.M., Bro. John B. Sampson, pre- on Friday, the 19th inst., at the Six Bells Hotel , proceeded with, with the following Ham- over a large gathering of brethren , including visitors ensuing year was then mersmith, when there were present Bros. W. Hinds sided result : Comps. P. H. Bennion , M.E.Z. ; Bott, H.; J. , many North-country lodges. There were present at W.M. j VV. Beattie, S.W. ; VV. Hide, J.W.; A. from E. Hodson Webberley, P.P.G.H., S.E.; J. Ward , installation and banquet, in addition to the officers of .J.; J. Williams , W.M. S34, Preceptor : T. Jobson. Treas. ; the H. CoUings P.S.; and Prince, P.P.G.J., lodge, Bros . M. C Peck, P.M., P.G. Std . Br. Eng., S.N. ; J. , F. .'raggs, P.M., Sec. ; K. Reid , S.D. ; ' G. C. Siafford , the Treasurer. ' PC, Sec ; C. Fendelow, 419, P.G. Std. Br. Eng. ; J. J.D. ; H. Blackman, I.G. ; H. Bone, H. Clark, Edward 1 Sykes Rymer, P.M., P.P.G.R. ; S. Border, P.M., P.P. St. Dunstan 's Chapter (No. 15S0).—Th,s Fox , R. Josey, P.M. ; and F. Blackmore. fi R • Major J. A. Barstow ; VV. Draper, P.M., P.P.G.D.; chapter met for the despatch of business at Anderton's The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the P.M., Mark Rooke. P.M., P.P.G.D. ; T. G. Hodgson, Hotel, Fleet-street, on the 1 ith inst. Among those present last meeting were read and confirmed. The ceremony P.P.G.D.C; G. Balmford PPG D.; H. Foster, P.M., , were Comps. J. VV. Gaze, C.C., M.E.Z. ; C. Moore, of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Bone acting as candidate. PM P P.G.O. ; H. L. Swift, P.M. ; E. W. Purnell, C.C., H. elect ; VV. Nuding, J.; Capt. Walls, P.Z., P.P. Bro. Hinds vacated the chair of W.M. in favour of Bro. PM. ; j. Biscomb, J. R. Turner, W. N. Stimpson, Thos. G.P.S., S.E. ; F. Farrington, P.Z. ; W. E. Farrington , Williams. • A brother offered himself as a candidate for Raevling. T. Smith , D. Lockwood, VV. H. Cowper, 1848, P.Z. ; H. W. Clemow, P.Z. ; T. Farthing, P.Z. ; R. passing, and, having given the necessary proofs, was en- PPGR.j A. C. Bamlett, W.M. 141G, P.P.G.W.; G. Skelton ; Lieut.-Col . H. Radcliffe, P.Z. (Hon. Member) ; trusted . 'The lodge was opened in the Second Degree, Leigh, 2134, P.G. Std. Br. ; G. Lamb, P.M. 1G11 , P.P. and others. Comp. T. W. Ockenden, P.Z. 132G , P.P.G.O., and the ceremony of passing rehearsed. Bro. Hinds G 0. 1. T. Seller, P.M. 1G 11 , P.P.G.D.; J. L. Spetch , was a visitor. resumed the position of VV.M., and the lod ge was resumed W.M. 161U I- Smith, S.W. ifin ; F. W. Halliwell, having been read to the First Degree. Bro. Beattie ' The minutes of the previous convocation was elected W..VL for J.W. iGn ; L Kay, Sec 1611; J. Edmund Jones, W.M. and confirmed , Comp. Lieut.-Col. H. Radcliffe ably in- the next meeting. Bros. Reid and Hinds were elected ; W. W. D. Whytehead, 232S ; C. Oliver, P.M. Moore as Second Princi pal. The report Scrutineers for the purposes of the ballot to take 233S ' stalled Comp. C. place to- S87 ; Rev. t< . Paske Smith , Chap. 2153; C Judge, 1010 ; of the Audit Committee was received and adopted. A vote night (Friday). The lodge was then closed. Hewson , W.M. 1991 ; D. Young, S.W. 1991 ; J. Capt. of thanks was passed to the Installing Principal. Comp. HORNSEY CHAPTER 1991 ; W. Hornsey, G60 ; C. W. Gilmore, (No. 89o).-A convocation was W. Dow, J.W. R. Evans and others sent apologies for non-attendance. held at the Prince and others. of Wales Hotel , corner of East- G97; The chapter was then closed. bourne-terrace and Bishop's-road The lodge having been duly opened, the minutes con- , Paddington, W., on the An excellent banquet was then served by Comp. A. N 19th inst., when there were present Comps. X. firmed , and the report of the Audit Committee—which was C. Durrant, Clemow and assistants, and which gave unqualified satis M.E.Z. \2, M.E.Z. ; . Roberts H. very satisfactory—adopted—the chair was then taken by J.R , 1196, H.; W. P.M., P.P.S.G.W., P.G. Treas., as Instal- faction. R. Flack , 1G42 , J.; H. Dehane, P.Z. S90, S.E. ; M, Bro. I. Todd, The M.E.Z. presided most ably and genially. In re and the W.M. elect was presented by the re- Sp;i gel , P.Z. 155G , S.N. ; A. J. Turner, P.S. 119 G, P.S. ; ling Master, sponse to the toast of his health he said that both Masonic W. K. Hattun 1G W.M., when Bro. Todd performed the ceremony of , 42 , ist A.S. ; J. Davies, P.Z. 733, Treas.; tiring and civic honours had been showered upon him of late. R. Allman impressive manner this being his iGth year J. , M.E.Z. Sgo j and W. Hillier, S34.4 Comp. installation in an . He felt doubly grateful at b ing the head of a local chapter ' The newly-installed W.M. afterwards J. Pickett, M.D., 419. of such duty. like No. and a representative in the Court of Common and invested his officers as follows : Bros. John 1589 The chapter was declared open, and the minutes of the appointed Counci l of the Ward of Farringdon Without. He should I.P.M. ; Edward Cart r, S.W.; M. Bryson, last convocation were read and confirmed. The ceremony B. Sampson, endeavour to discharge both positions satisfactorily. ; Rev. C. Linley, P.G.C, Chap. ; J. Todd , P.M., of exaltation was rehearsed, Comp. Allman being the I.W. candidate. The officers P.P.S.G.W., P.C. Treas., Treas. ; Alfred Procter, Sec. ; Comp. Ock- nden , in replying to the toast of " The were elected for the following two meetings F. S. Gramshaw, S.D. ; F. W. Laughton, J.D.; J. A. Visitor," spoke in very complimentary terms of the , Comp. Roberts, M.E.Z. Comps. J. Pickett , M.D., and Th^s Dutton A. Askew, I.G.; T. Sanderson, Org. ; E. R. Turner, chapter and the working of Comp. Lieut.-Col . Radcliffe. 419, . , M.D., Chichester Chapter, were elected members. D.C; T. Rawling and J. S. Shannon, Stewards ; and J. P.Z., and H. W. Clemow , P.Z., Comp. Pickett acknowledged the Comps. T. Farthing, compliment. The M.E.Z. Hall T ler. The Past Princi pals." having risen the usual number , y acknowledged the toast of " of times " Hearty good wishes " having been expressed, the lodge , " Hearty good wishes " were accorded , and the The M.E.Z. gave the toast of " The Installing Princi- ch apter closed. was closed. pal," and said that the chapter was under great obligations Subsequently about Go brethren sat down to the installation to Comp. Lieut.-Col. Radcliffe for his readiness at ail times ISLINGTON LODGE (No. 1471).—The usual weekly Master bro. meeting banquet at Harker's Hotel, the Worshipful , to assist in the working of the Royal Arch, of which was held on Tuesday, the 23rd inst., at the Jones-, presiding. The following toasts were duly honoured: Degree he was so distinguished an ornament. Cock Tavern, Highbury, when there were present Bros. "The Oueen and the Craft ; " " H.R.H. the Prince of R. P. Upton , VV.M. ; W. Rapley, S.W. ; E. Faux The pledge, having been warmly received , was duly , Wales,"M.W.G.M. of England and the Grand Lodge ; " J.W., acting Preceptor: Petch , P.P.G.S.B. Herts responded to by the companion honoured, and the proceed- J. , "The Most Ilonble. the Marquis of Zetland, R.W.P.G.M. Treas. ; C M. Coxon , Prov. G.D. Herts, and Duncan ings terminated. J. , of the North and East Ridings ; the R.W. the Honble. W. P.M., Sees. ; C. Smith , S.D. : E. P. Woodman , J.D. ; T. Orde-Powlett, P.G.W. of England , and the Provincial E. J. Harrison , I.G. ; A. Oliver , P.M , ; H. Dove, G. Grand Lodge; " " The Masonic Charities ; " " The VVor- Yexley, C. Isler , E. G. Young. R , Loomes, G. R. Ca rsberg, shipful M aster of the York Lodge ; " " The Installing G. H. Cox , M. T. Tuck , P.P.G.S.B. Essex ; V. J. R. Master (Bro. J.Todd, P.M., P.P.S.G.W., P.G. Treas.), flDarn riDason q? Longman, [. T. F rost, and Milton Smith. the I.P.M. (Bro. J. B. Sampson), and Past Masters of the The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes York Lodge; " " The Visiting Brethren ; " " The Officers of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The of the York Lodge ; " and " All the Poor and Distressed FRI/.IN G TON. ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed, Bro, Yexley Masons." Henry Lodge (No. 216) .—The monthly meet- being the candidate. The lodge was opened in the Second During the evening the " loving cup " was passed round , ing was held on Wednesday, the 17th inst., when Bro. VV. Degree, when Bro. Cox answered the questions leading to and the VVoishipful Master's health drunk. The menu Robinson , W.M. elect, was installed VV.M. for the ensuing the Third Degree. The lodge was opened in the 'Third was excellent. Vocal music, with pianoforte accompani- year, and invested the following as his officers : Bros. in of special meeting were read and confirmed. 'The ceremony of initia- business relating to lod ge affairs, Bro. E. VV. Whitehead, Hooves anD Cha pters o\ tion was rehearsed , Bro. Clarke acting as candidate. The late of the Bagshaw Lodge, was elected a joining member, lodge was opened in the Second and Third Degrees, and the and Bro. G. Cowen was raised to the degree of a M.M. instruction. ist Section of the Third Lecture was worked by Bro. Dres- Propositions were taken for another joining member and den , the ejuesMons being put by Bin. Hillier. The lodge was for an initiate, and after labour the breth ren partook ol resumed 11 the First Degree. The lodge was called off supper , admirably served under the direction of Bro. ROBER T BURNS LODGE (No. 25).—A meeting was and on. Bro. A. Williams was elected W.M. for the meet- Pettipher, manager of the hotel , of which Bro. G. Gabb, held on I ucsday, 23rd inst., at the "Frascati " Restaurant, ing on February Gth , as next Tuesday is appointed for P.M. and Treas. of the Burgoyne Lodge, is the proprietor. 30, Oxford-street, W., when there were present Bros. working the Sections of the Second and Third Lectures. A fter supper came a few toasts, given in the happy style F. S. J irvis, W.M.; H. L. Davis, S.W. ; W. Truman , I he lod ge was closed in due form. for which the W,M. is well known and in response to one E. C Mulvey, P.M., Preceptor j F. Marx P.M., , ].W.; , SI. AMBROSE of which the distinguished visitor " from over the water " F. Bonharn P.M., Sec. ; A. LODGE (No. 1.S91).—A meeting was D.puty P.eceptur ; J. , held on Monday, displayed oratorical powers of no mean ordi-r, and gave fiaii, S.D. ; L. Conradi , J.D. j Beynon, I.G. ; C. the 22nd inst.. at the Scarsdale Arms Cog J. Hotel , Edwardes-square interesting comparisons between the working here and in D. Lindsay, Watts, F. Hewson , and VV. Shales. The , Kensington , when there were J present Bros. |oseph Cox America. Reed , P.M. C. H. Denny, , W.M. ; T. C. Dyer, S.W. ; visitors wrre Bros. G. 1910; A. Williams _ There was no lack of music with Bro. Packington at the Moor and Morrison 1G0S. , W.M. S34, J.W. ; Jesse Collings, P.M., , 16/1; J.J. , 813; J. , Preceptor ; F. piano, and a very pleasant time was spent. Craggs. P.M., Sec : VV. Hoggins, The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of W.M. 1S installation meeting of the lodge is now fixed for 91. S.D. ; VV. F. Bat s, P.M., J.D. ; T. W. \i u the pr vious meeting were read and confirmed. The Blott , W.M. , A'"™, instead of January, and Bro. Joseph Bond is the 742 I.G. ; D. F. N irrington , and others. W.M. elect. cere-rn my of initi ition was reh arsed, Bro. tlewson being Ihe lod ge was dul y opened , and the minutes of the the candidate. Bro. Hews m answered the questions lead- previou < meeting were read and confirmed. The lodge was ing to 11 e --icond Degree, and was entruste 1. The lodge opened in the Second Degree, and Bro. Norrington Ihe s- cond annual dinner of the London County Cycling was op. ned in the Second Degree , and the ceremony i. ff.'.ied himself as a candidate for raising, and and ' ig , having Athletic Club washeld under the presidency of Mr. E. B. of pas^i was rehearsed , Uro Hews in being ihe candidate. passed the necessary examination , luin was entrusted. The . r, at the Hotel Me ropole. on Saturday, the 20th Uro. Hoivsun answered the questions leading t> the Third I01L1: was opened in the Third Degree, instant and the ceremony , whi n there was a large attendanee of guests. In Decree*, and was entrusted. The lodge was opened in the of raising rehearsed. The lod ge was resumed to the 'he course of the evening Mr. Frank W. Shorland (North- I bird 1 egiL-e, and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed , First Degree. Bro. Over was elected W.M. for the next road Club) was presented with the challenge cup and prize Bro. IT ivson being the candidate. The lodge was resumed meeting. Bro. W. Hoggins, VV.M. I SIJI, was elected a 24 nours' race > m which he covered 42GI miles, and in the F.rst Degree. 1 he S.W. was unanimously elected joining member. Notice of motion was iven to remove M r n g this c! .- C O. Wridgway (Bath-road Club) with the Anchor W.M. lor ihe ensuing week, and appointed his officers in lod ge of instruction , and all members are requested to be Shield for a record of 240 miles G30 Jyards, in the 12 hours' rotation. All Masonic business being ended, the lodge was present at the meeting to be held on Monday, the 5th prox , race. closed, The lodge was then closed. The Duke of Westminster has recently been presented Lord Esher's health has so greatly improved of late that at Chester with a handsomely-illuminated address in recog- he has been able to leave town for a change of air. His nition of his services in connection with the Royal Agri- lordship hopes to be able to resume his judicial duties in j ^^^ M ^OM ^^ gl' cultural Society's Show in that city during last year. about a fortnight's time. The Earl of Elgin , the new Viceroy of India, arrived at Brethren are invited to send for the list of Masonic Books Bombay on board the Peninsular and Oriental Company's published at the office of the Freemason. Many works of steamer, Rome, on Saturday last, and landed amid the interest both to the Masonic student and general reader usual salutes. have recently been added, and the publisher will gladly forward a copy to any address on recei pt of a post-card. Sir Philip Currie visited the Prince and Princess of Wales To-morrow (Saturday) will be the birthday of the Em- at Sandringham on Saturday last, for the purpose of taking peror William of Germany, and the auspicious event will Mr. Jabez Spencer Balfour, the notorious author of the leave of their Royal Highnesses prior to his departure lie celebrated with more than the usual eclat in Berlin , the Liberator frauds and others too numerous to mention, has, from England to take up his post of Ambassador at Kings of Saxony and Wurtemburg being expected to arrive through the intervention of Mr. Bridgett, the British Consul Constantinople. on a visit lo his Majesty. at Buenos Ayres, been arrested at Salta, in the Argentine Republic and it is expected that at an early date he will be An installation of the electric light has just been com- who commanded the artillery in the , Captain Moberley, extradited and conveyed under the charge of the Justice of pleted at the Minerva Lod ge, No. 250. The work has Fort Salisbury column during the recent campaign in the country. been carried out by Mr. G. F. Wells, of Prospect-stree:, Matabeleland , is proceeding, at the request of the Cape Hull. Government, to King Williamstown to instruct the colonial The new fast gunboat Renard, built by Messrs. Laird, of Prince and Princess Henry of Battenburg and the troops in the use of the Maxim guns just imported by the Birkenhead, has been turned out ot hand after having been Marquis of Lome crossed over fro m Cowes to Po r tsmouth Cape Government. fitted at Sheerness Dockyard, and will be attached to the Midway Reserve until required for service. She has cost on Tuesday, and lunched with the Earl and Countess Clan- To-morrow (Saturday) there will be a series of outpost , carries an equipment of two 471'n. guns, four william at Admiralty House. Afterwards the Princess operations south-west of London , in which a brigade of Foot £57,300 Beatrice returned to Osborne, while Prince Henry and the 3-pounder quick-firing guns, and five torpedo-tubes, and Guards and 2S Volunteer detachments, including mounted has been shown to have a speed of nearly 20 knots per hour. Marquis proceeded to London. infantry and cyclists, will take part. The War Office authorities have issued a series of orders for the work. The total receipts in respect of last year's Hospital Among the guests entertained during the present week at Saturday Fund have just been returned as having slightl We understand that a petition has been signed by y Eaton Hall by the Duke and Duchess are Bro. the Earl 19 exceeded £20,000, and at a special meeting of the Board of and Countess of Lathom and the Lady Bertha Wilbraham , companions for a warrant to form a chapter in connection Delegates on Saturday evening last, it was unanimousl No. , y Bro. the Earl and Countess of Antrim , Lord and Lady with the /Esculapius Lodge, 2410 to be called the resolved that the sum of should be divided among information of which can be obtained £17,778 Arthur Grosvenor, Sir Henry James, M.P., Mr. VV. II. /Esculapius Chapter, . the 1G1 participating institutions. Grenfell, Mr. A. J. Balfour, M.P., and the Hon. Derell through Comp. Dr. Thomas Dutton , Craven House, Ki ppil. Northumberland Avenue, W.C. The Master of the Union Workhouse at Dorchester has received from Bro. G. G. Gregory, on behalf of the Faith hness the Prince of Wales has kindly con- J. Princess Victoria of Coburg, daughter of the Duke and His Royal Hig and Unanimity Lodge, No. the sum of £1 153. model of the Britannia to the Inter- 417, 3d. Duchess of Edinburgh, and bride-elect of the Grand Duke sented to lend his collected at the annual banquet on the 3rd inst. The sum national Yachting Exhibition , to be held at the Royal of Hesse-Darmstadt , arrived, with the Duke and Duchess will be applied, as in former years, to providing the children and her sister, at Darmstadt on Tuesday. They were Aquarium on February ist to 2Sth. A very fine loan col- with an extra summer trip to the seaside. received by the Grand Duke at the station, and at once lection is antici pated, the arrangement of which Mr. Dixon drove to the Palace, the reception accorded the young Kemp has promised to superintend. The Bach choir, having arranged to give their customary three concerts during the present season , the first took lace Princess by the populace being of a very enthusiastic h the figures of the Volunteer returns for the last p Thoug on Tuesday in the new Queen's Hall, when a mass in G by character. not be issued for some little time yet year will , it has been Piofessor Stanford was given. The second concert is fixed Office that they will show a total of The Marquis and Marchioness of Londonderry have been ascertained at the War for the 15th March , and the last the Sth May, when the an increase of 2000 over that of recently entertaining a succession of guests at Mount about 219,300 efficients, programme will include unaccompanied choral music and'of more than'sooo over that of 1S91. The total , Stewart, County Down, among them being the Marquis and 1S92 , among which will be selections from " Orlandodi Laers " only been exceeded three times since the Marchioness of Ormonde, the Marchioness of Drogheda , of last year has and " Palestine." Bro. Genera l Viscount Wolsey and the Hon. Frances force was instituted—in iSSG , when there were 221, 105 Wolsey, Lord de Ros, Lord Longford, Lord Annal y, and efficients ; in 1SS7, 221,49 1 (the highest total recorded) ; On Monaay, at Admiralty House, Simonstown, Lady Colonel Saunderson, M.P. and in 1SS8, 220,124. Loch, in the presence of a brilliant gathering, presented Lieutenant P. V. Lewes, of H.M.S. Blanch, the Distin- An interesting little impromptu ceremony occurred on The Prince of Wales Lodge of Mark Master Masons, guished Service Order, conferred upon him by the Queen Thursday afternoon at the Lyceum Theatre. It seems No. , will be consecrated on Monday for his services on the Juha river in rescuing some English- 446 next, at the that the ever sprightly Mrs. Keeley was recognised " in Masonic Rooms, Hall-street, St. Helens Lancashire b men , officials of the British East Africa Company, who , , y Mr. Oscar Barrett, who at once went to pay his the Right Hon . the Earl of Lathom Prov. G.M. The front" by were being besieged by mutinous Somaulis in the month of , respects to the charming old lady. Mrs. Keeley reminded founders are Bros. W. M. F. Gaskin, P.M., P.G. Treas. ; August last. Mr. Barrett that nearly half a century ago she herself had 1. L. Wolfenden, J. J. Tiikle, J. W. Thomson, R . G. represented Cinderella in the very same playhouse, her Brooke, Wm. Goodacre, P.S.G.'D.; Wm. Piatt, P.M., Bro. J. Chas. Harrison, M.D., whose mother lodge is the associates being Mr. Alfred Wiga n, Mr. Keeley, Mrs. P.P.G. Org. j and J. C. Robinson, P.M.G=;, P.P.G D.C. Royal Savoy, is living at ig, Harley-street. After leaving Woolidge, Miss Faiebrother, Miss Villiers, Miss L. England, in 1SS7, he affiliated with the Adrian Michigan The annual ball of that most deserving institution—the Howard, and Miss Grove. During the interval between Lodge, No. tg. He had lived at Adrian upwards of 20 new North London Philanthropic Society—will take place the acts, at Mrs. Keeley's request, Mr. Barrett conducted years. We congratulate Bro. Harrison on his exaltation at the Holborn Town Hall , on Monday, the 15th prox. We her behind the scenes, and, in Mr. Henry Irving 's room , to the Royal Arch and Knights Templar Degrees at his old wish it every success. Many a poor home has been cheered introduced all the members of the company to her. Mrs. home. Bro. Harrison is delivering some very able lectures during the late bitter weather by the timely gifts of this Keeley 's health was heartily drunk by all present, and, in at the Polytechnic, Regent-street, on health and hygiene, society. Tickets can he obtained of th» lion, sec , Mr. VV. replying to their cordial greeting, the Cinderella of the on the mens sana in corpore saua princi ple. He is a re- Piper, 20, Culfield-road , N.; or the Presidmt, Bro. VV. past, who quoted several of her old lines, hoped that the former of the ri ght stamp. He believes it is only necessary Oheld, Co, Rushton-street, N. Cinderella of the present would enjoy the same good health to live correctly to maintain good health. He is associated In the contest for the Chairmanship of the Bridge House as she did at SS years of age, and look back with the same with Mrs. Longshore-Potts, M.D., with whom he first Estates Committee of the Corporation of the City of pleasure on by-gone days. Mrs. Keeley, who was in visited England in 1SS5, and who is doing for women the Ixndon, Bro. A. J. Altaian defeated Bro. Deputy Halse by great spirits, complimented all the ladiss and gentl msn. same good work Bro. Harrison is doing for men. The a single vote, the total number of votes polled being 33. A N E DINBURGH M INISTER AND THE FREEMASONS.— other members of his party are his mother and brother, G. The keenness of the contest is to be exp lained by the pro- I NTERESTING S ERVICE AT A UCIITERMUCHTV .— On Sun- E. Harrison, and his wife. G. E. Harrison took his first bable forthcoming opening of the Tower Brid ge. day, the 1 4th inst., the Rev. John Glass, of Old Greyfriars, Masonic steps at the Zetland Lodge, New South Wales, and is also a member ot the chapter and commandery His Royal Highness the Prince of Edinburg h , delivered a Masonic sermon in the Established at Wales presided at a Adrian. meeting of the Governors of Wellington College. The Church Auchtermuchty (his native to .vn). There was a other Governors present were Col. Talbot, Vice-Pres:dent ; very large attendance, and besides the members of the !o-aI An event of considerable interest to the Masonic com- his Royal Highness Prince Christian , the Duke of Welling- lodge—St. Cyrs, No. 121—deputations were also present munity of Karachi took place on Tuesday, the 2Sth ult., at ton , the Bishop of Oxford, Sir Lintorn Simmons, Sir from Coupar o' Fife Lodfie, No. 19, Coupar; St. John'?, the Freemasons' Hall, when Bro. Dainshaw Pestonjee Dighton Probyn , Sir George Higginson, Sir William M ac- No. 35, Falkland; and King Robert the Bruce, No. 304 , Ghadiali , Head Maste r of the Parsee Virabijee School , was kinnon , and the Secretary. Ladybank. The members of the Craft, as well as the installed in the Eastern Chair, as R.W.M. of Lodge preacher, wore Masonic clothing ; and the text chosen was No. (S.C), to which hi The new first-class torpedo gunboat Harmony, 4S5 gh honour he had Skipjack (Lieutenant- from Hebrews, chapter xiii. verse 1— " Let brotherly love been elected by the brethren as a tribute to his zeal and Commander Charles McCrea) sails from Chatham to-day continue " — from which a discourse was delivered which was attachment for Freemasonry evinced by him during (Friday) to join the Mediterranean fleet. the The Ski pja ck , listened to with rapt attention, and the praise part of the tenure of his office as Senior Warden , by delivering which has never been employed except a during the naval services was in keeping with the subject under review. A series of lectures, and expounding some of the difficult manoeuvres, is a sister ship of the Gleaner , which went to liberal collection was made in behalf of the poor of the points relating to the Craft. Bro. Ghadiali, though a very the Mediterranean a few weeks since. She steams iS knots parish . young Mason, has al ready given a marked evidence of his per hour, and is equipped with two 47 inch and four Masonic lore, and with such a head, well versed in Masonic 3-pounder quick-firing guns, with five torpedo tubes. A deputation from the Council of Almoners of Christ's Hos- pital was introduced to the Commissioners of Sewers of the literature, and assisted by an educated staff of officers, The work of restor'ng St. Saviour's Church . Southwark. ^ity of London by Bro. Alderman Vaughan Morgan, Trea- among whom are some of high University training, the is being rapidly brought to a completion, thoug'i it will surer of the institution , for the purpose of petitioning that Lodge Harmony is bound to prosper. Among the office- probably be several months before the church will be ready the recent order to carry out certain sanitary arrangements bea rers for the ensuing year are to be noticed the name of for re-opening. In the course of the operations several at the School should be rescinded. It was pointed out that a well-known barrister , a distinguished graduate and pleader, important discoveries have been made, among them being the scheme would involve an outlay of between £15,000 and a doctor well established in practice, an engineer, and a Holy Water Stoup, nearl y complete, and a 14th century £20,000, which , as the School was about to be remove d , the other intelligent members of the community. Aumboy, The old Norman wall and buttress also revealed Council would not be justified in undertaking. It was Bro. James Weaver, P.M., the well known Secretary of marks of the fire which destroyed the nave in 1207. The further slated that out of the 24 death s which had occurred the Whittington Lodge, No. S62, iwas the subject of a Restoration Fund amounts to £32,957, among the latest during the last 12 years only one could be attributed to the notice and portrait in the Morning Leader on Monday last, contributions being one of £105 from Bro. Lord Burton. drainage, and out of the 22 cases of scarlet fever which had under the heading of "Music and the Drama," and we caused such commotion only one was attributed to that have much pleasure in transferring it to our columns: M ASONIC BALI.. —The members of Lodge Craigellachie cause. They therefore prayed that the order might be No. 241 (S.C), Grantown, along with a number of their " Mr. James Weaver, who is responsible for the selection rescinded , and a temporary arrangement adopted in its of the music to "Cinderella " at the Lyceum, is now in his friends, held a dance in the Grant Arms Hotel, on Friday stead. The matter was referred to a Committee. evening, the 12th instant. The room in which the assembl 55th year. We hail him at once as a Bloomsbury man. y The sub-Committee appointed b took place was tastefully decorated with flags y the Olicana Lodge, tlis father was, however, a Cheshireman, and his mother a and banner- No. 1522 , Ilkley, to carry out the arrangements in connec- ettes bearing representations of Masonic emblems. Glaswegian. His first music lessons were received from his The tion with an entertainment for the young people and proceedings commenced with the Grand March at p m. a ball mother, but he afterwards studied under his brother, a dis- 9.30 for the adults at the Middelton Hotel on Wednesday, and terminated about o'clock the next morning. the tinguished musician. Mr. Weaver has gained his valuable 4 Bro. 10th inst., may pride themselves on the success which has Sergeant Smith acted as M.C , and music was supplied by experience by always being in an orchestra. He is certainly crowned their efforts. The members of the lodge, their Messrs. C. Grant, A Templeton, J. Mackenzie, Lawson , a man of great musical accomplishment. His principal J. wives and children , together with a sprinkling of sweet- and D. Smith. Pianoforte music was contributed at in instrument is the violin , but he has had practical experience hearts and friends, spent one of the happiest evenings that tervals during the evcnine by some of those present, and of almost every other. Mr. Weaver is thoroughly devoted to r has fallen to their lot for some time. Attention was first the whole gathering was one of the most success ul held fo his ait, and is never happier than when sitting at his table paid lo the litt'e ones, who a'sembled between three and some time. Before dispersing, a hearty vote of thanks was composing, his only trouble being that he is not able to f..ur o'clock , the latter hour being the time fixeJ for awarded to the ladies who had graced the company with the interpret his ideas quick enough. By the way, he is an commencement of the entertainment. Forhalf-an-hourthe thi ir presence, on the motion of Bro. Grant, P.M.; and on enthusiastic Freemason, and ,the founder of the Lodge of youngsters were deli hted with a variety show behalf of the lodge, Bro. Stewart, P.M., thanked Mr. and g , and after- St. Asaph, every member of which must be connected wards partook of tea , which was followed b Mrs. Macdonald , of the hotel, for their kindness and help y a second either with the musical or theatrical profession. instalment of Punch and Judy. 'This was succeeded b towards the success of the meeting. Mr. Stevens, in a few y N EVER D- SI .AIK of being able to overcome the trouble! of this games and dances, which were much enjoyed by all ' remarks, complimented the brethren on the splendid ball present. world , for tlie-y will disappear like dew before tire sun if we only To complete the function , a handsome Christmas tree had which they had organised, and wished the lodge all success looe them squarely in the fare. If yon arc alllicted with any and prosperi ty. been provided , and was laden with dolls, purses, fans, bon- bodil y disease, give Holloway 's Pills and Ointment a trial; tliey bons, drums , and innumerable fancy articles. The wives, wid atlord speedy relief , and in time cllect a cure. They are the Twelfth Annual Edition of Explanatory Book, sent sweethearts, and friends were entertained later on, a pro- best known icmedie-s furall complaints. During the summer gratis and post free, gives reliable information Inw to make months many pecp lc are alllicted with bowel and liver disorders, gramme of dances having been arranged to begin at nine dhirrlura , dysentery, colic, low fevers , Ike. These remedies are money quickly by Stocks and Shares Highest and lowest o'clock. 1 he M.C.'s were Bros. A. Holmes, S. W., and M. ^ itnei|iialie*d in such cases, and should , therefore , be the viiae tiwitoii prices for past years.—Address, G. Evans and Co., Stock- Labatt. Supper was served from y.30 to 12, and the affair of all who value sound health. They may be procured from all brokers, 11, Poultry, London, E.C. throughout passed off splendidly. chemists and medicine vendors.