CONTENTS. gold in the Craft Grand Lodge, but the two lists of Grand Officers seldom tally precisely—in the first place, because, though all Royal Arch Masons Funeral of Bro. Col. Tanner-Daw Prov. lADIRS • 3-<9 , must be Craft Masons first, the converse is not true that all Craft Masons L G.M.M.M. of Devon ajj Supreme Grand Chapter of England 219 must take the Royal Arch. In the next place, many men are content with Consecration of the Roval Victorian Jubilee Theatres 233 ' Lodge, No. 31S4 .. 350 CORRESPONDENCE— the fame they win in the Craft, and only become Arch Masons because the Provincial Grand Chapter of West York- The Jubilee Meeting 237 shire 251 Reviews 257 Arch is a recognised part of Craft Masonry. However, with the exception EPORTS ASONIC EETINGS— Consecration of the Francis White Chapter, R 01/ M M of Bro. Sir GEORGE ELLIOT, Bart., M.P., who is P.G. Master of the East Mrt nrt 2>2 Craft Masonry 238 Grand Mark Lodge of Leices- Instruction 200 Division of S. Wales, and who, on Wednesday, was invested as G.S.N., the provincial Royal Arch 261 tershire, Northamptonshire, Derbyshire, whole of the new Officers of Supreme Rutland 2J3 Instruction 262 Grand Chapter are either present or and .... Mark Masonry 262 Notes on a Minute Book of an Early Athol Kni ghts Templar 36 past Grand Officers in United Grand Lodge. Thus Comp. Sir J. W. ELLIS, 3$3 3 Lodge Ancient and Accepted Rite 363 of Masonic Books and MSS. (II) 253 Bart., M.P., Grand Principal Sojourner, was Grand Junior Warden in Catalogue West Lancashire Alpass Benevolent Insti- Grand Oilicers of the Year 2J4 1882, while Comps. the Rev. T. C. S MYTH , D.D., and G EORGE C OOPER , Lodge and the Queen 's Jubilee 255 tution 263 Grand Masonic and General Tidings 26 Annual Supper of the Pythagorean 3 Grand 1st and 2nd Assist. Sojourners respectively are the former one of Chapter of Instruction 2$j Lodge Meetings for Next Week 264 the Grand Chaplains and the latter one of the Grand S. Deacons of the year. Comp. F. S. KNYVETT , one of the Grand J. Deacons, is Grand His Royal Highness the M.W. G RAND M ASTER has at length Gra ge Swd. Br., and Comp. V. P. FREEMAN , the other Grand S. Deacon , the 1st selected Monday, the 13th June prox., as the day on which the i!ibifee Grand Std. Br. Comps. E. BAYLIS, J. LAURENCE M ATHER, and W. M. Sleeting. United Grand Lodge will meet in the Royal Albert Hall , BYWATER, the other three Grand Std. Brs . are all officers in Grand Lodge, Kensington, for the purpose of passing a resolution congratulating South and so are Comps. G. BEECH and C. FENDELOW, while W. R. W OOD, UEEN letion of the Jubilee year of her M AJESTY 'S reign. the Q on the comp Assist. D.G.D.C, was Grand Pursuivant in 1882, and Comp. W ILHELM l chosen, for this reason at all events, that The day appears to have been wel KUHE the Grand Organist, was Grand Organist of Grand Lodge from enable the brethren to hold their meeting and fulfil a manifest and it will 1874 to 1877. It only remains to add that Comp. R ICHARD EVE is the immensely pleasurable duty without in any way trenching upon the general Royal Arch Grand Treasurer and the libt of the new officers of Grand programme of public commemoration. There is a tremendous crush of public Chapter for the year is completed . functions immediately preceding and following Accession Day—the 20th # ,.* June—and those in charge of the arrangements must have experienced no The Festiv 1 D URING the few days that will elapse between now and little difficulty in finding a day which was not already engaged for a similar of Wednesday Wednesday next there is a possibility that the Board of 1 ex purpose either in town or country. However, both the day and place have ' Stewards may be increased by the addition of a few more now been chosen, and for the second time within little more than the brief volunteers, whose personal contributions will have the effect of swelling the period of a dozen years the Royal Albert Hall will be the scene of such a general total, though their efforts at anything like canvassing will, in the gathering of Freemasons as no age or country has ever witnessed. nature of things, be wholly, or almost wholly, unproductive. But for all The immediate object of this grand convention is that the members of our practical purposes, we may take it that the Board, as now constituted, will Society may solemnly proclaim their loyalty to the Sovereign, who, during do the lion 's share of the work for the Girls' School Festival of the current the last 50 years, has presided so happ il y and so g loriously over the fortunes year. It is not unnatural , therefore, that we should feel considerable satis- of the British Empire, and who, at the same time, has never once during all faction at the very substantial additions that have been made to the list of those years known what it was to be out of sympathy with her subjects, or Stewards during the month of April. On the 2nd of April the number of to find her subjects out of sympathy with her. The subsidiary object which brethren who had tendered their services was 203. On Saturday last it was has been wisely superadded is that Grand Lodge may be enabled to make exactly 250, and during the last few days it has been still further raised, so this display of its l oyalty an occasion for publicly exercising its benevo- that the diminution in number will be less formidable than we anticipated. lence towards the Masonic Charitable Institutions, and substantially assisting Unfortunately, as we have pointed out on previous occasions, the new comers them in their kindl y task of alleviating the sorrows of poor brethren and will have but little chance of doing more than influence their personal their widows and children . The conjunction of these two purposes will friends , and if after all there is to be anything like last year's total of ^13,000 assuredl y be gratif ying to a monarch , whose whole regal life has been regu- —which, by the way, from all we hear, seems hardly possible—we must trust lated of which she is the head and controlled by loyalty to the constitution mainly to the older Stewards to raise it. That they, and indeed every and centre, and who, even in the time of her deepest tribulation , has shown brother who has offered to assist in the good work, will do all they a woman 's chanty towards all in poverty and distress. can to secure a good result is beyond doubt, and whatever may be the figure which it *** will be Bro. H EDGES'S fortune to announce at the Festival, those who have A GLANCE at the list of the brethren who have just been had a hand in raising it will receive the hearty thanks of the whole Masonic The community for their services. n(1 ge will show that the GRAND oTnce?s? appointed to office in Grand Lod • * MASTER has displayed his wonted judgment in his distribution our con *ratu ons ^ E must er g lat t0 ^e worthy Secretary of the honours at his bestowal. One of the Grand Chaplains—Bro. the The R M n f °^ ' Festivai iii ' of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution on having secured Rev. T. C. SMYTH D.D.—hails Irom West Yorkshire, and the other—Bro. ,S88, , the services as Chairman for the Festival of 1888 of so able the Rev. G. W. W ELDON — from London . Of the Grand Deacons, Bro. and influential a brother as Bro. Sir GEORGE ELLIOT, Bart., M.P., P.G.M- BURDETT-COUTTS, though initiated in a provincial lodge, has a record of the Eastern Division of South Wales. Bro. TERRY 'S influence in the chiefl y metropolitan while Bro. GEORGE C OOPER has done the bulk of his , Southern half of the principality must be considerable. It is not so very long work in Essex. Bio. KNYVETT, though he began his Masonic career in a ago that the late lamented Bro. Col. LLOYD -PHILLIPS, P.G.M. of the Red Apron Lodge (No. is chiefly known by his services in Hertford - 58), Western Division, presided at a Benevolent Festival and the result was shire, and Bro. FREEMAN 'S sphere of labour has been confined to Sussex, highly satisfactory, notwithstanding the Province is far from being a strong ihe Deputy Grand Director and Assistant Grand Director of Ceremonies one. Bro. Sir GEORGE ELLIOT'S qualifications for the task are well known are both , London men, and so is the Grand Sword Bearer, but both the lodges under his sway are more numerous than wand and as the in the Eastern Standard Bearers are provincial Masons, Bro. BEECH hailing from Division, we may hope that Bro. TERRY will again have occasion to rejoice Warwickshire, and Bro. FENDELOW from Staffordshire, with a dash of over some big fi gures. Warwickshire in the record . The Asst. Grand Purst. is a London brother, While as regards the Grand Organist, we concern ourselves rather about his SUPREME GRAND CHAPTER OF ENGLAND. ^tne as a musician than his qualifications as a Mason , and in this respect er e is no doubt as to the wisdom of appointing Bro. Sir A RTHUR The Quarterly Convocation of Supreme Grand Chapter of Roya l Arch ULU VAN. If in the foregoing enumeration the balance in respect of Masons of England was held on Wednesday evening at Freemasons' Hall. umbers would appear to incline towards London rather than the provinces, Comp. Robert Grey, President of the Committee of General Purposes, occupied the chair of M.E.Z , Comp. Gerard Ford, Grand Superintendent • ^0(^ Se itself may be said to have redressed the inequality by anf 'Pation of Sussex, took the chair of H., and Comp. Thomas Fenn, Past President ti j when it elected Bro. E VE from the Province of Hampshire and e 'sle of Wight lo the post of Grand Treasurer. of the Committee of General Purposes, presided as J. There were also present on the dais— * * « H. Clerke Rev. of Comps. Shadwell , G.S.E. ; J. N. Palmer, P. Soj. ; Major J. Sampson s e Annual Convocation Supreme Grand Chapter Peirce, ist A.S. ; Ralph Clutton, as 2nd A.S. ; D. P. Cama, P.G. Treasurer j H. «pre 1 ^ Chapter? "1 has followed close at the heels of the Craft Grand Festival, Trueman Wood , P.G. Std. Br. ; Josep h C. Parkinson, P.G. Swd. Br. ; J. Smith Eastes, P.G.S.B. ; Rev. Thomas J. Robinson, P.G. Soj. ; J. H. Matthews, P.G.D.C. ; Qffi and the brethren have now before them the new Grand Dr. Woodman , H. Maudslay, P.G. Swd. Br. ; James Lewis Thomas, P.G. Swd. Br. j cers in both sections of Constitutional Masonry. We have but few F. Davison, P.A.G. Soj.; Dr. Ralph Gooding-, P.G. Soj.; E. M. Lott, P.G. Ore. - S er t0 on Rudolph A. Glover, G. Std . Br.; E. J. Barron, P.G.S.B. ; Magnus Ohren, P.G.D.C ; ¦ ' °^ s l e Companions appointed Wednesday. ' They P. Dumas P.G.S.B. ; Col . Sackville West, P.G.S.N. j are a - ^ ^ H. J. , J ames Glaisher , P. Asst. U of them almost of necessity men who have won their purple and G. Soj.; J. M. Case, P.G.D.C; and E. Bowyer, P.G.S.B. ——————————~ ¦¦¦ -¦ .^ Among the other companions who attended were— CONSECRATION OF THE ROYAL VICTORIA N Comps. C. F. Howard, W. Lake, F. Binckes, W. H. Perryman , T. C Walls, H. Garrod, JUBILEE LODGE , No. 2184. Neville Creen, W. A. Dawson, and H. Massey. After the reading of the minutes of the February Convocation , Comp. The consecration of the above lod ge, " being No. 2184 on the registry ROBERT GREY announced that H.R.H. the Prince of Wales was again of the Grand Lodge of England ," took place on Saturday, the 30th ult. installed as Grand Z. He also informed the comoanions that his Royal at the 'l ilbury Hotel, Tilbury, Essex, and if not the most impressive, was Highness had again been pleased to appoint the Right Hon. the Earl of certainly one of the best managed ceremonies we have ever witnessed. The Carnarvon as Pro Grand Z., the Rt. Hon. the Earl of Lathom, Grand H., brethren assembled in the handsome lod ge room shortly after four o'clock and the Rt. Hon. Lord Leigh, Grand J. The other officers for the year and soon afterwards a procession , formed of the Prov. Grand Officers of were : the province , ushered the R.W. Prov. G.M., Bro. the Right Hon. Lord Comp. Shadwel l H. Clerke ...... Grand S.E. Brooke, and the V.W. Deputy Prov. G.M., Bro. F. A. Philbrick , Q.C., to „ Sir George Elliot, Bart...... Grand S.N. their seats in the chair, and on the right of the chair respectively. The „ Robert Grey...... ••• ••• Pres.C. Gen. Pur P.G.M. having appointed Bros. F. VV. Imbert Terry, P.M. 214, P.S.G.W. . ' „ Richard Eve...... Grand Treasurer A. C. Durran t, VV.M. 276. P.J.G.W. ; Rev. T. VV. Herbert, M.A., P.G „ Frederick Adolphus Philbrick, Q.C. ... Grand Reg. Chap. ; T. J. Railing, W.M. 51, P.G. Sec ; A. J. Dudgeon , P.M. 2006, „ Sir John Whittaker Ellis, Bart...... Grand Prin. Soj. G.S.D. ; and A. Lucking, P.M. 160, P.G.D.C, to fill their respective ,, The Rev. Thomas Cartwright Smyth, D.D. ... Grand ist As. Soj offices , opened the lodge in the Three Degrees, and was accorded the „ George Cooper ...... Gran d 2nd As. Soj honours of seven , those of five being given to the D.P.G.M. ,, Felix Summer Knyvett ,., ...... Prov. G. Swd. Br. The P ROV . GRAND M ASTER then said that it afforded him very great „ Vincent Payne Freeman ...... Grand 1st Std. Br. pleasure to see that the number of lod ges was increasing in the province, and „ Edgar Baylis ...... Grand 2nd Std. Br felt sure that if the work undertaken by the founders of this lodge was carried „ John Lawrence Mather...... Grand 3rd Std. Br out in accordance with their expressed wishes, there was every chance of it „ Witham M. Bywater ...... Grand 4th Std. Br becoming a strong and prosperous lodge. He had never had the oppor- .. Frank Richardson ...... Grand D. of C. tunity of visiting that portion of the province before ; the previous conse- „ Charles Fendelow ...... Dep. G.D.C. cration of a lodge there having been performed by his Deputy, he himself ,, George Beech ...... Asst. D.G.D.C. being unable to attend. He trusted that the friendshi p formed that day „ William R. Wood ...... 2nd As. D.G.D.C might long continue, and that the Royal Victorian Jubilee Lodge about to „ Wilhelm Kuh e ...... Grand Org. be consecrated might be an honour to the province, and to Masonry „ Henrv Sadler ...... Grand Janitor. generall y, for which purpose he tendered it his hearty good wishes. The following report of the Committee of General Purposes was taken The PROV . G. CHAPLAIN, in his oration , said the duty now entrusted to as read and ordered to be entered on the minutes ; him was rather an unexpected one; but he would simply say that the con- To the Supreme Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of England. secration of the Royal Victorian Jubilee Lodge was likely to be of un- The Committee of General Purposes beg to report that they have paralleled value to the Craft in general, and to the province in particular , examined the accounts from the 19th January, to the 19th April , 1887, both The locality being close to the Tilbury Docks made it prominent for the inclusive, which they find to be as follows :— shi pping interest , and convenient for all Masons who might land there. Masonry was spread all over the world , and the circle of the brethren was To balance, Grand Chapter £320 9 0 By Disbursements during the everywhere increasing. If he were asked " What was Masonry Quarter ... 12 o ? " he „ „ Unappropriated £261 should say that it was an interesting system Account ... 205 o I „ Balance _ ... 478 11 6 of morality, veiled in allegory, „ Subsequent Receipts ... 421 17 o „ ,, Unappropriated and illustrated by symbols. It was allowed that Masonry was established Account ... 207 2 7 in ancient times ; indeed, from the time of Seth to that ol Noah there were infallable marks of the Divine hand ; and from then to Solomon's and on to our £947 6 1 £947 6 1 own times there had been , and was now, an anxiety to hand down the same marks pure and unsullied as they found them. The desire to do so never which balances are in the Bank of England, Western Branch. has, and he trusted never would die out. There was in the human breast The Committee have likewise to report that they have received the a desire for brotherl y love and affectionate union , and there were found in- following petitions :— dellibl y engraved in great buildings signs and symbols of that union. As ist. From Comps. Captain Hugh McLellan , as Z, ; Francis James stones in an edifice are prepared and fixed by the hand of the operative Smith, as H.; John Joyce, as J.; and six others for a chapter to be attached Craftsman , so we applied our secret and useful symbols to our morals. to the Lod ge of Unanimity, No. 604, Lyttleton, New Zealand, to be called " Brotherly Love, Relief , and Truth " were the attributes of our Order, and the Albert Edward Chapter, and to meet at Lyttleton, Canterbury, New that they might spread, as the circles of Freemasonry spread, was the Zealand. desire of every Mason 's heart. He prayed earnestly that the Great Master 2nd. From Comps. Joseph Clever, as Z.; Richard Clowes, as H.; Geo. would crown the lodge with prosperity, and that the brethren might long Henry Finch , as J. ; and seven others for a chapter to be attached to the continue to be joined together in unity. Brooke Lodge, No. 2005, Chingford , to be called the Brooke Chapter, and The ceremony of consecration being concluded , Bro. Philbrick was re- to meet at the Royal Forest Hotel , Ching ford , in the county of Essex. quested by the Prov. G. Master to assume the chair and perform the in- 3rd. From Comps. George Cooper, as Z.; Joh n Payne Hall , as H.; stallation ceremony. The D.P.G.M. having taken the chair, Bro. C. T. William Vernon , as J.; and nine others for a chapter to be attached to the Lewis, P.M. 1472 , and W.M. designate, was presented to Bro. Philbrick to Foresters' Lodge, No. 456, Uttoxeter , to be called the Dove Chapter, and receive at his hands the benefits of installation , and in due course, and with to meetat the Town Hall , Uttoxeter, in the county of Stafford. the usual ceremonies, that worthy brother was installed and saluted. He 4th. From Comps. James Harman , as Z.; William David John , as H.; appointed and invested his officers as follows : Bros. A. J. Manning, P.M. Francis Pinney Adey, as J.; and six others for a chapter to be attached to 1472 , P.P.S.G.D. Essex, I.P.M.; W. Smith , S.W. 228, S.W. ; G. J. the Windsor Lod ge, No. 1754, Penarth , to be called the Tennant Chapter, Westfield , J,D. 1861, J.W. ; G. Hughes , Secretary ; C. H. Canning, J.W. and to meet at the Masonic Hall, Penarth, in the East District of South 1472 , S.D. ; A. T. Dale, S.D. 1076 , J.D. ; T. Ringrose, I.G. j J. G. Wales. Hammond, Steward ; and J. Ives, Tyler. 5th. From. Comps. Hugh Marcus Hobbs, as Z.; Joseph David Langton, The addresses were then splendidl y recited by Bro. PHILBRICK , and the as ft.; James Shepherd Fraser, as J.; and twelve others for a chapter to ceremony of installation concluded. After several propositions for initiation be attached to the George Price Lodge, No. 2096, Croydon , to be called and joining had been made, the W.M. was unanimously elected represen- the George Price Chapter, and to meet at the Greyhound Hotel , Croy don , tative of the lod ge on the Provincial Charity Committee. It was then in the county of Surrey. unanimousl y resolved that votes of thanks should be tendered to the P.G.M.( 6th. From Comps. Edwin T urner, as Z.; Thomas Bynon, as H.; the D.P.G.M., and the officiating P.G. Officers, for their services thatday, George Francis de Stadter, as J.; and six others for a chapter to be the same to be recorded on the minutes of the lod ge, Those distinguished attached to the Phcenix Lodge, No. i860, Simons Town , to be called the brethren were also elected honorary members of the lodge, for which Phcenix Chapter, and to meet at Simons Town, Cape of Good Hope, South his lordshi p, on his and their behalf , returned thanks. Alrica. The P.G.M. and D.P.G.M. were then each presented by the W.M., in the 7th. From Comps. Nicholas. Belfield Dennys, as Z.; John Philli ps name of the lod ge, with a handsome founder 's jewel , which his lordship Barbet Beal , as H.; Frederick Kersey Jennings, as J.; and seven others stated he should ever prize as a souvenir of the occasion. for a chapter to be attached to the Royal Prince of Wales Lodge, No. 1555, "Hearty good wishes " having been tendered, the lodge was closed, and Penang, to be called the Victoria Jubilee Chapter, and to meet at the Free- the brethren adjourned to banquet. masons' Hall , Penang, Eastern Archi pelago. Among the other brethren present were The foregoing petitions being in all respects regular, the Committee Bros. Jas. Terry, Secretary Masonic Benevolent Institution ; G. G. Glasscock, W.M. recommend that the prayers thereof be respectivel y granted. 1817, P.G. Std. Br. Essex ; A. Ratray, P.M. 1542 , P.A.G. Secretary Essex : J. Corbie, The Committee have also received the following petitions praying for P.M. 453, P.A .G.D.C. Essex ; J. Cleeves, P.G.S.B. ; F. A. White, P.M. 907, ?• ?•£•£• charters of confirmation , the originals being lost :— Essex; E. West, P.M. 107 6, 1527, P.P.S.G.D. Herts ; G. C Sewell, P.M. 1457- P'£ and members of the Chapter of Faith Swd. Br. Essex ; J. Pugey, P.M. 1107, P.P.G.D.C. Kent; W. King, P.M. 77- P 'W From the Princi pals , No. 321, G.O. Kent ; E. Gowers, P.M. P.P. Cheshire. 1024, P.P.G.O. Essex ; I. Grimes, P.M. 57, .?' Crewe, G.W. Essex ; J. Aillud , P.M. 815, P.P.A.G.D.C Kent ; J. J. Harrington, W.m. From the Princi pals and members of the Tynte Chapter, No. 379, 1000 ; W. Rowe, W.M. 1543 ; C. R. Walker, W.M. elect 2006; A. Caink, P-JJ - Bath. 1056; T. Hump hreys, VV.M. 1437; T. Duffield , P.M. 1571 ; C. R, Evans, VV.M. being satisfied of the reasonableness of these requests 1622; L. Myers, P.M. 88; M. G. Butcher, W.M. 8 ; Croaker, P.M. 1857 ; ?• The Committee, , 9S J. Martin recommend that charters of confirmation for the above-named chapters be H. Finch, W.M.2005 ; G. Jones, P.M. 174 ; H. Dickey, W.M. 1744 ; W. . P.M. S79 ; E. I. Acknoath , P.M. 2277; C. Osmond, P.M. « : W. Huehes, P.M- granted. 179 ; J. Kew, P.M. 179 ; J. Savage, S.W. 1472; A. C. Bailey, 166S ; T. Redbury, The Committee have likewise received a memorial, with copy of minutes, 186; C. J. Grove, 742 ; E. Barr, C. Hefford , 1472; J. N. Brown ,, J. Stallard , l.G. i6'3' for permission to remove the Ezra Chapter , No. 1489, from the Ball's Pond- G. A. Clerke, 1441 ; C. Weigel, 18S; A. Neld , 917; J. H. Kew, 179 J h ,U f' ; H. Magee, ; P. Barnes A. Martin, road , to the Cock Tavern , Hi ghbury, Islington. 1433 174 J- , 227 (S.C) ; J. Ellwood, 179 ; era The Committee recommend that the removal of this chapter be 1000; R . O. Coombes, 51; G. Grover, 1381; C Barnard , 1558 ; H. Gill, ) ¦ " ,' mings, J.W. 12S7; and R. Chalmers, 1287. The founders officers investeu sanctioned. (Signed) R OBERT GREY, President. , including the u and above nampd, were Bros. H. Lewis, J. Billing hurst, F. J. Eedle, C Wood, J- ' Freemasons' Hall , London , W.C, Hammond , E. Cain , E. J. Cain , J. H. Grieg, W.'T. Buxton , and C. Jolly. 20th April , 1887. The menu having been discussed, REY whole of the above aS Comp. G moved the recommendations, and they The PROV . G RAND M ASTER said that as he had to catch the nalf-P .£ were afterwards seconded and carried unanimousl y. eight train lor home, before he went he should like to say a few words. Tnei 5 The following are the members of the Commiitee of General Purposes— VV.M. commenced his reign and the lodge its existence under the m0, Nominated by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales—Comps. Robert auspicious circumstances. It was the year of her Most Gracious Majesty ne Grey (Presideni). Ed ward Letch worth , and Dr. Turtle Pigott. Jubilee, and it was a great privilege to have the lod named after ge na Electtd by Grand Chapter—Comps. C. F. Hogard, James Lewis Majesty. What a retrospect that 50 years gave them ; what changes ^ Thomas, Dawson , W. H. P, rryman , T. C. Walls, and F. Davison. taken place during that time ; how many lodges had been formed , and */> . tim Grand Chapter was then closed. immense progress Masonry had made in that period. When the . Mason , P.Z. P., as Prov. G.H. ; Rev. T. C. Smyth, D.D., P.Z. me and he devoutly hoped it might be far distant, for their noble Grand 304, 1042 , Prov. G.J. : to ascend the throne of these realms, he would make a worthy repre- J. D. Kay, P.Z. 2S9, P.P.G.J.; Wm. Harrop, P.Z. 290, P.P.G.J. ; B. Broughton, Master P.Z. 302. P.P.G.J. ; H. Smit h , P.Z. 3S7, Prov. G.S.E ; H. VV. Pawson, P.z! 0 n;s beloved mother, and full y sustain his position , both as the 296, tative f Prov. G.S.N.; Mark Newsome, J.P., P.Z. 1214, P.P.G.S.N. ; James France, P.Z. Sovereign of their country and the ruler of their Craft. (Cheers.) For 20S, P.P.G.S.N. ; John Wm. Fourness, P.Z 2S9, Prov. G. Treas. ; I. F. Oakes, P.Z. himself , be could sa fely say that from the first moment he was 25S, P.P.G. Treas. ; G. Marshall, P.Z. 521, P.P.G. Treas. ; J. Kitson Ibberson , P.Z. •iistalled Grand Master of that province, he had always had the 1102, P., as Prov. G. Reg. ; VV. B. Alderson, P.Z. 495, P. P.G. Reg. ; Chas. Crabtree, ' „io>cr kindness extended to him. and was exceedingly gratified to know P.Z. 600, Prov. G. Prin. Soj. ; W. W. Massay, P.Z. 495, P., as Prov. G. ist Asst. Soi.: link to the bonds that bound them together W. T. Beanland , P.Z. 1462, Prov. G. 2nd A.S. ; W. Schofield , P.Z. 290, P.P.G. Soj. : that that day had added another George Althorp, P.Z. 600, P.P.G. Soj.; Wm. Fredk. Tomlinson - . He felt that this was a wise and strong , P.Z. .,04, P. P.G. Soj . j jvlasonry and good fellowshi p. Samuel Mack, P.Z. 49^, P.P.G. Soj.; Robeit Cra ig, P.Z. 304, P.P.G. Soj.; George addition to the strength of the province, and when the warrant was applied Normanton . P.Z. 44S, P.P.G. Soj.; Joh n Y. Rideal, P.Z. 307, P.P.G. Soj. ; John Wm. for was convinced that it was a wise and well-founded appeal. Situated as Turner, P.Z. 521, Prov. G. Swd. Br. ; Major R. W. Moore, P.Z. 2S9, P.P.G. Swd. Br. • Thomas Denby, P.Z. 3S7, P.P.G. Swd. Br. ; Arthur A. Stott, P.Z. the lodge was on the banks of the glorious river that rolled at their feet, 258, Prov. G. lorious river in the world—(loud cheers)—it was in every way Std. Br.; J. W. Monckman, P.Z. 600, as Prov. G. Dir. of Cers. : John Barker . P.Z. the most g P. as Prov. Asst. G. Dir. of Cers.; Wordiwonh celebrity, and his earnest desire 2jS, John , P.Z. 154, P.P.G. Dir. of calculated to win for itself both strength and Cers.; VV. F. Smithson, P.Z. 2S9, P.P.G. Dir. of Cers. ; Geo. Fredk. Carr, 2S9, as and wish was that it should be so. The reception he had met with that day Prov. G. Org. ; Herbert G. E. Green, Z. 1019, Prov. Asst. G S.E. ; Samuel Barrand, was most gratifying, the hospitality shown was both generous and brotherly, 204, as Prov. G. janitor; James Kay, P.Z. 275 ; Dr. VV. R. Thomas, P.Z. 139 ; Thos. while the handsome jewels presented to him and Bro. Philbrick were so Richd. Vaux, P.Z. 20S ; and William Watson, P.Z. 304, Prov. G. Stewaids ; and tendered, that he should—and he felt Bro. Philbrick would—always Princi pals, Past First Princi pals and companions of th; following Chap ters, viz., 139, kindly 20S, 25S, 254, 265, 2S9, 290, 206, 302, 304, 306, , the occasion with pleasure. He paid a high comp liment to Bro. J54, 275, 307, 337, 3S0 3S7, 44S, 45S, remember 495. 521 , 600, 652, S27, S37, 904, 1001 , 1019, 1042, 1214, 13S3 , 1513. Chapters 61, 242, Philbrick for his excellent work that day, and asked him to take his place 30S, and 603 not represented. next to the W.M. Letters of apology were read from amid volleys of cheers and every demonstration many E. Companions who weie The P.G.M. then retired unable to attend. and admiration. of respect M.E. Comp. Thomas Wm. Tew, J.P.. Grand Superintendent, and W ORSHIPFUL MASTER then gave " The Queen and the Craft," The officers opened Prov. Grand Chapter at 3.30, and after the usual salutation so doing wished her many years of happiness. With her name and , and in the G RAND SUPERINTENDENT delivered the following address : name of her Jubilee year attached to the lodge, he felt sure it would the Excellent Companions,—Circumstances now well known to you in connection with the • flourish. _ Queen Victoria Jubilee commemoration of 1SS7, which we shall be called upon to take The toast of "H.R. H. the Prince of Wales, Grand Master," followed , part in , will sufficientl y justif y me in calling the annual meeting earlier than usual, viz., and was drunk most loyally. in A pril instead of M ay, affording us an opportunity for developing our loyalty to our In response to the toast of " The Most Worshipful the Pro. G.M., the supreme Grand Master, and the patrons of this exalted Degree. Meeting under the D.G.M., andtherestoftheGrandOfficers, Presentand Past," Bro. LUCKING, banners of the four Leeds chapters in the centre of our province, doubtless will give said he felt it a great honour to be in a position to respond to such earnestness and vigour to our proceedings in carrying out the resolutions of the Jubilee P.G.P., policy inaugurated by our Charity Committee, and adopted by Provincial Grand Lodge. a toast, but knew they felt disappointed at not having had the name of Before touching upon the matters on the agenda, calling forth our sentiment of " Loyalty their distinguished Bro. Philbrick , Grand Registrar, appended to it. I hey and Charity, " let us give expression to our obli gations to the four Leeds chapters for the had the honour of having two Grand Officers in that province, Bro. Cooper reception and arrangements for meeting of Prov. G. Chapter in tin's beautifu l hall. Since and himself, and while they felt it an honour personally, yet knew that it our meeting in Leeds, 24th May, 1SS4, Excelsior Chapter, No. 1042 , has been consecrated, more honour on the province. The Grand Officers were always and I am happy to believe the 150 companions on the roll seem to be graduall y reflected absorbing the Past Masters and brethren of the eight Leeds lodges. willing and anxious to do anything and help Masonry, especiall y at con- When I addressed you in Wakefield , last November, I ventured to ask suggestions secrations of lodges or chapters. In the name of the Grand Officers he for some desirable method of commemorating the Jubilee of her Most Gracious Majesty wished the lodge, its Master, and its members, every success. the Queen , and it was decided to leave the matter in the hands of the Charity Com- The W ORSHIPFUL M ASTER then gave the toast of " The R.W.P.G.M., mittee, from which a suggestion was made lo and adopted by Provincial Grand Lodge, 00 be raised in this province to Lord Brooke, the D.P.G.M., Bro. Philbrick , and the rest of the Grand on 30th March last, that a sum of ^2 1 purchase two permanent presentations to the Widows' Fund of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Insti- Officers, Present and Past," and expressed his thanks and the thanks of tution , to be named the " Queen Victoria Jubilee Presentations," and the following the founders of the lodge for the great services rendered them that day by circular was issued to every member of the Craft in this province ;— the P.G.M. and his officers. They had waited, and waited , and at last had " St. John 's, Wakefield , 13th Apri l, 1SS7. got something worth waiting for. " Dear Sir and Brother, Bro. PHILBRICK, who was loudl y cheered on rising, in the course of a "In accordance with the above resolution your hearty co-operation is brilliant and lengthy speech , said it was no strange thing for the P.G. earnestl y solicited. Officers to receive at the hands of the brethren of that province a hearty " We wish to impress upon you the desirability of giving every member of your lodge an opportunity of contributing. Will you, therefore, kindly bring the subject reception. With regard to the province, there was no province in the before your breth ren at your next meeting ? kingdom , if they took into account its population , that paid more devotion "A small Committee would materially assist you and your Charity Member in making to Masonry than Essex did. When he first became connected with the a speedy and complete canvass of your brethren. province there were 19 lodges in it, now there were 26, including the one " We are, Dear Sir and Brother, yours faithfully and fraternally, consecrated that day. Most of them had no doubt read more or less of " W. F. SMITHSON , Chairman. Mr. T. James's novel , and remembered the opening chapters, in which "W ILLIAM H ARROP, Vice-Chairman. J. " H ENRY SMITH . Treasurer. were described two cavaliers wending their way across a solitary plain ; well, " H ERBERT G. E. GREEN , Prov. G. Sec, Secretary to the Fund. he had a vivid remembrance in 1884, in company with another cavalier or two " N.B.—The W. Master and Charity Member of every lod ge has been supp lied , of wending their way across a solitary plain to something like a navi- with copy of this circular, collecting books, and with subscri ption sheets." gator 3 or excavator s hut within a 100 yards of that handsome building, , I am glad to know that successful efforts have alread when and where the Tilbury Lodge was consecrated ; little did he then y been made towards raising the necessary funds, and I fervently hope that every chapter will contribute something ; and expect to have, within so short a time, to assist at the consecration of another I feel sure the notice of a grant from the funds of this Provincial Grand Chapter will lod ge so close to the same spot , and in such a magnificent building as the meet with unanimous approval. It may not be out of place here to notice that at the one they were then in. He trusted it would prosper and have good recruits, recent election for girls, Nellie Cooper, Lodge No. 1042, was admitted, and at the boys' such as they would not mind admitting to the bosom of their own families, election our two candidates—Atkinson and Grace—were elected along with Harrison, a if they did that the lodge would be an united one, because it would be joint case with Nottingham. For the elections for annuitants , on 201I1 May, I am sorry to founded say we have five candidates—one male and four widows—of the latter there are in all 77 upon a rock , and would then assuredly occupy that place in the candidates, and only 25 vacancies ; so that , with our most sanguine anticipations, we province which the Grand Officers wished it to occupy. He then, in com- can only hope for two to be successful, and if the two remaining are to enjoy the comfort plimentary terms, proposed " The Health of the W.M.," and asked the and blessings of an annuity, it will require all your sympathy and exertions to raise the brethren to drink it in bumpers. sum necessary to secure the two presentations. The second notice of motion refers to a proposal emanating from H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Bro. LEWIS and it appeals to our loyalty. , in response, trusted that at the end of his year of ofiice You are aware on Sth January the Pro Grand /..,' the Earl of Carnarvo n they would of him in the same terms , addressed a have the opportunity of speaking they circular to all English lodges, relative to the celebration of the Jubilee of Her Majesty, "ad that night. When he looked round that room and saw himself sur- and announced that a grea t meeting of Freemasons would be held in London under the rounded by such a company of good , true, and renowned Masons, he could presidency of the M.W. Grand Master, when an address of congratulation to her "ot be otherwise than proud. He hoped to live to see the time when true Majesty would be adopted. He also suggested that in order speciall y to show our Masonry would flourish all over the world , when wars would cease, when devotion to and respect for H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, everyone should have the opportunity of joining in a small subscription in aid of the fund for the establishment the sword would be beaten into a ploughshare, and arbitration , not rap ine, of decide the Imperial Institute of the United Kingdom , the Colonies, and India—th e National ihe disputes of nations ; that was the destiny of Freemasonry, and Memorial of the Queen's Jubilee—with whom it Ori g inated. On April 15th Lord Car- "e trusted he and they mig ht be spared to see it. For their very hearty narvon , Pro Grand Z., issued another circular on the same subject intimating the reception of his name he sincerely thanked them. arrangements for a meeting in the Albert Hall between the 13th and 20th June, and the Bro. TERRY responded for " The Masonic Charities," and while he could ticktts of admission would be charged One Guinea , five only being allowed for each lodge, and the whole of the money would be given to the three n°t expect a newly-born child to walk, yet he trusted in lime to see the child Masonic Charities. gf ow The nature and scope of the Imperial Institute was admirably placed before the public strong, and do good work for the Charities. on 22nd A pril, in a lecture by Sir Fred. Abel, who stated that it is not to be confined in Several other toasts followed , and then the Tyler's toast closed the pro- its object to any particular portion of the Queen's dominions, it is to be made thoroughly ceedings. representative of the interests of the whole empire. It is to promote conferences on mus matters of common interest to England and her Colonies, and for the cultivation of P M 'cal arrangements were under the direction of Bro. Osmond , »» intimate relations and good fellowshi p between ourselves and our fellow subjects in all ... • 5[> P.P.G.O.,.\-.l^f., whoIMIU carried,~ «11J\~U them... 1^ ,11 cutV/W,. admirablUUUltlWUlJ,y, andU,,U we\* mustIUUJL notliui letn„l In! s notice• parts of the empire. It is to promote more accurate knowled ge of Geography, natural conclude without paying a tribute to the untiring zeal and ability history, and rescourses of our Colonies, and the systematic collection and distribution of e 0 fa °-'j' ,,J''1 may fairl y be called , in this instance at least, " The slave of the information relating to industries. I cannot but think you will sympathise with these '' We definitions of the scope of the Imperial Institute , ' er to °" hughes, the courteous and energetic Secretary, and not think that I have travelled whf rotn first beyond the Constitutions of Freemasonry in asking your favourable consideration in a rf . to last has been simpl y restless in his anxiety to bring the u toa satisfactory conclusion; nor has he toiled in vain your corporate capacity, to make a contribution to its funds. The motion is identical , yj , and both the with that adopted by Provincial Grand Lodge, and I propose that this grant '.., • and lodge are to be congratulated on having such a Secretary. he shall cover and represent the 37 chapters. This Provincial Grand Chapter welcomes ,. banner, which is of silk, was manufactured bv Bro. George the two new Chapters, viz., 904 Rotherham, and 100 1 Harrogate, the ceremony of consecra- n ln tion being respectivel y performed by Companions Ensor Drury and Charles Qr . j'^ ^ ^ will be installed Grand Superintendent of N. and E. Yorkshire at York, on Friday, the Co|| ' 'n compliment to the W.M. Bro. Kenning also provided the 'i gauntlets 6th instant, at which ceremony I hope some of you will endeavour to be present. Ic is , and necessaries. with much regret I have to announce the death of our excellent felend , Comp. John Hirst , of Uppermil l, on the 29th March , he was an amiable arid hi g hly esteemed i^entle- PROVINCIAL GRAND CHAPTER OF WEST man, and a distinguished member of this chapter. In making my selection of officers for the ensuing year, I have endeavoured to recognise merit to the bestof my jud gment, YORKSHIRE. and to spread the offices as much as possible. In conclusion , I thank you for your — courteous salutation and your patience in listening to this "Jubilee Address ." 1 hope At Convoc ' Hal] r ation of Provincial Grand Chapter, holden in the Masonic you may all rejoice in its celebration , and heartil y testif y your loyalty to our Gracious ' r 3 Sovereign with pardonable pride in her many virtues, together with the beneficent charac- tion of p, ! George-street, Leeds, on Saturday, the 30th ult., by the invita- ters ter of her long, prosperous, and eventful reign. Excels P Fidelity, 289; Philanthropic, 304 ; Alfred , 306 ; and i0 IO 2 were The roll of Royal Arch chapters was called. Comps • T[' 4 ' ^ere present 'nomas Wm. Tew, J.P., P.Z. 405, P.G.P. Soj., Prov. G. Supt. ; C. Letch- The roll of Present and Past Grand Officers was called The minutes of the meeting held at Wakefiel d , 24th November, 1886, the Grand Scribe E., and other distinguished companions. Several were presented for confirmation. nominations for joining members and exaltees were given, and then tta Moved by Comp. C. L. M ASON , P.Z. 304, P.P.G.H., seconded by chapter was closed in due form. Comp. Dr. SMYTH, Z. 1042, Prov. G.J., and resolved :—" That the minutes Among the other companions present were— Comps. W. Clarke, P.Z. 376, Asst. G.D.of C. Eng. ; E. E. Philli ps, P.Z. 379, P.p G , be taken as read." Essex ; W. D. Merritt, P.Z. 1000, P.G. Std. Br. Essex ; J. C. Turner, OHN ORDSWORT H , P.Z. 154, P.P.G.D. of C, M.E f Moved by Comp. J W ( Patriotic), P.G.S.N. Essex ; F. A. Whitmore, P.Z. 276, P.G.S. Essex ; C. Coupl j- P.Z. 28 P.P.G.J., and resolved :—" That an seconded by Comp. J. D. KAY, 9, P.Z. 913, P.P.G.J. Kent ; H. Lovegrove, P.Z. 72, P.G. Treasurer Middx. ; J. Cole! the minutes be confirmed." man, P.Z. 907and 1716; G. Cowell, P.Z. 214, P.G.S.N. Essex ; A. J. Manning, p ¦/ W. FOURNESS, P.Z. 289, Prov. G. Treas., presented his 207 ; A. G. Veley, M.E.Z. 276; G. Anderson , M.E.Z. 1716; G. Kenneday, pjg " Comp. J. ' balance sheet , and stated that the balance in the W.R.U. Bank, Dewsbury, 13; E. West, P.Z. 13; A. Durrant, P.Z. 276 ; R. Jennings, M.E.Z. 907 ; G. \y King, ; T. Tilley, 1237; G. Jennings, 1237; C. H. Phillips, H. 1S3; G. was 12s. d. 13 Farrinrjl~ on 30th April , £243 7 ton, S.N. 15S7 ; T. Burne, J. 907 ; J. S. Fraser, 214 ; F. Eastwood, 1237 ; \fij Moved by Comp. C L. M ASON, seconded by Comp. J. W. FOURNESS, Mauston, 907; and C. Jolly, S.N. 1472, 913, &c, &c. and resolved :—" That Comp. Thomas Harrison , P.Z. 296, be elected Prov. The banquet was splendidl y served under the personal superintendence G. Treas. for the ensuing year." of the jovial host, Comp. Peter Reynolds and at its conclusion the M.E.Z The Prov. G. Superintendent then appointed and invested the Prov. gave the firs t toast—that of "The Queen and Royal Arch Masonry." fjg Grand Officers for the ensuing year as follows :— said in such a distinguished assembly of Masons such a toast required rm Comp. John Wordsworth , P.Z. 154 ...... Prov . G.H. words of his to render it acceptable. It afforded him much pleasure, as the „ F. Laxton , P.Z. 275 ...... Prov. G.J. first M.E.Z. of that chapter, to have the honour to preside over it in the Prov. G.S.E. „ Henry Smith, P.Z. 3S7 ... ••• ••¦ year of her Majesty 's Jubilee, He cordially wished her many years of „ Dr. W. R. Thomas, P.Z. 139 ...... Prov. G.S.N. health to reign over her faithful and loyal people, among whom none were Tlinma? Harrison. P.Z. 206 ...... Prov. G. Treas. more so than Royal Arch Masons...... Prov. G. Reg. „ ]. G. Hutchinson , P.Z. 302 " The Health of H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Grand Z. of the Order," „ James Kaye, P.Z. 275 ...... Prov, G. Prin. S. followed. The M.E.Z., in putting it, said they all knew what his Royal „ Thomas R. Vaux , P.Z. 208 ...... Prov. G. ist A.S. Highness had done both for the Craft andRoyal Arch Masonry. He asked „ Wm. Watson, P.Z. 304...... Prov. G. 2nd A.b. them to show their affection for their distinguished companion by drinking „ Robert Thompson , P.Z. 304 ...... Prov. G. Swd. Br. his health in bumpers. „ F. W. Turner, P.Z. 265 ...... Prov. G. Std. Br. The toast was drunk with much heartiness. „ Davis R. Glover, P.Z. 2S9 ...... Prov. G.D.C. The next toast was that of "The Right Hon. the Earl of Carnarvon „ Thomas Gaukroger, P.Z. 307 ...... Prov. A.G.D.C. Pro G.Z., the Right Hon . the Earl of Lathom , G.H., and the rest of the' „ George Carbert , Orsf. 495 ...... Prov. G. Org. Grand Officers , past and present." The M.E.Z. said if he tired their „ H. G. E. Green , P.Z. 1019 ...... Prov. A.G.S.E. patience it would be because he could say so much in the favour of their „ T. Bateman Fox, P.Z. 208 ...... > esteemed Grand Officers . That evening they had the honour of having P.Z. ... / „ William Redgard Massie, 1513 prov> Q Stwd three Grand Officers with them, M.E. Comps. Philbrick , Grand Registrar, „ Benjamin Preston . P.Z. 204 ...... ( Cochrane, P.G. Standard Bearer, and Clarke, Present Asst. D. of C, and „ W. C. Ellisdon , P.Z. 306 ... ..J with the latter he should couple the toast. ,, Joshua Lee, P.Z. 290 ...... Prov. G. Janitor. Comp. CLARKE, in responding, said he should rather have had some The Present and Provincial Grand Officers were then saluted. other than his own name associated with the toast, and could only say on Pursuant to notice—Moved by Comp. W. F. SMITHSON, P.Z. 289, behalf of the Grand Officers of Grand Chapter, that they would always P.P.G.D. of C, seconded by Comp. C. L. M ASON , and resolved :—" That a endeavour to maintain the prestige of the Order, and be worthy of the trust donation of 50 guineas be made from the funds of Provincial Grand reposed in them, and the honour done them by their G.Z. who appointed Chapter to the ' Queen Victoria Jubilee Presentations ' to the Royal them to office. In the name of the Grand Officers, present and past, he Masonic Benevolenfinstitmion Widows' Fund , -£265s.to each'Presentation.''" cordially thanked them for the toast. Pursuant to notice—Moved by Comp. John W. Fourness,, seconded by The M.E.Z. then proposed " The Health of Comp. Philbrick , G. Supt. Comp. VV. F. Tomlinson , P.Z. 304, P.P.G. Soj., and resolved :—" That a of the Province of Essex." He had had the honour of knowing and also donation of three guineas be made fro m the funds of Prov. G. Chapter to of serving with their Grand Superintendent in the province for some few the Imperial Institute of the United Kingdom , the Colonies and India." years, and knew what an excellent Mason he was. They had seen for Moved bv Comp. John Wordsworth , Prov. G.H., seconded by Comp. themselves how well he had that day carried out the duties of Consecrating T. Bateman , Fox , Prov. G. Steward, and resolved :—" That the best thanks Officer; it was a grand Masonic treat to them all, while to himsel f, he felt it of this Provincial Grand Chapter are due and are hereby yiven to the a great honour to be installed by Comp. Philbrick—in fact, it was the greatest Companions of the four Leeds Chapters for the arrangements necessary honour of his life. He cordially thanked Comp. Philbrick , and trusted he for the comfort and convenience of the companions." might be spared for many years to them and to the province, as also to Prov. G. Chapter was closed according to ancient custom. Masonry generall}'. The toast was drunk with great enthusiasm. Tea was provided in the banquet hall , at 5.30, and upwards of 65 Comp. PHILBRICK in response, said they had had several warnings companions partook of it. Comp. C. L. Mason presiding. that evening that time and trains waited for no man, and although they would have liked to have heard the melodies of their musical brethren , yet he was afraid that time would not permit. Let him at once and from the CONSECRATION OF THE FRANCIS WHITE bottom of his heart say that every time he came among the brethren of CHAPT ER , No. 1437- the province he seemed to meet with a kinder reception than ever; it seemed as if the attachment between them grew and deepened as time went on, The want of a Royal Arch Chapter having been sadly felt at Romford , giving him , in the free and unrestrained intercourse between them , the in the Province of Essex, for some time past, especial ly by the greatest pleasure and delight. That day would long be remembered by brethren of the Liberty of Havering Lodge, held in that famous old market him as the first on which he had ever had the pleasure of consecrating a town , it was decided at a meeting of the brethren that one should be formed , chapter in that province ; the last chapter consecrated in that province was, He looked upon R.A. Masonry as the legiti- liment to Bro. Francis A. White he believed , in 1874 or 1875. and bear the above name in comp , Past mate crown and copestone of the Masonic structure. The lost secrets Master of Liberty of Havering Lodge, P.P.G. Registrar Essex. It is no were restored in this Sublime Degree, and for that, if for that alone, he felt it light compliment , and the result was only arrived at after mature delibera- to be the crown and copestone of Symbolic Masonry. He paid a high compli- tion , and a unanimous decision that that was the only fit way that Bro. ment to those officers who had assisted him so ably in the ceremony of con- White's valuable services to Masonry at Romford could fairly be recognised. secration , and was sure that under the energetic and deserving companions province. Therefore, on Wednesday, the 20th ult., the new chapter was duly conse- at its head, the Francis White Chapter would be an honour to the He counselled them to stand shoulder to shoulder and work, for without crated and constituted by our distinguished brother and Comp. F. A. work there could be no success. Pluck was one of the indestructable char- Philbrick, Q.C, Grand Reg. of England and Grand Superintendent of acteristics of the Anglo-Saxon race, and it was that which made success the Province of Essex, assisted by a large and influential body of com- attainable. After g iving some excellent advice respecting the sort of panions from far and near. The venue was the Golden Lion Hotel , and candidates worthy of exaltation , he concluded a lengthy and brilliant when the consecrating officer opened the proceedings, having for supporters address, of which this is but a brief resume, and which was frequently wishing the chapter every prosperity, and that it mig ht Comps. V. Taylor, P.Z. 276, P.G.H., as H.; A. Walsh, P.Z. (Patriotic), loudly applauded , by be worthy of its name, its founders, and an honour and light among tne P.G.J., as j.; T. J. Railing, P.G.S.E., as S.E. ; A. Lucking, P.G.D.C, chapters of the province. , as D.C ; and H. E. Dehane, H. elect 890, as Scribe N., the effect pro- After the toast of " The G.H. and J." had been honoured and responded duced was most impressive. to by Comp. PHILLIPS, Comp. Comp. P HILBRICK having briefly stated the pleasure he felt at Comp. PHILBRICK rose to propose "The Health of the M.E..Z., the Coc • opportunity afforded of consecrating the chapter, the only one that had Francis White, and the other two Princi pals, Comps. Mason and rane in so doing, alluded eloquently to the courage and devotion been consecrated in the province for the last 12 years, and that he had no ," and, shown by those companions in the cause of Masonry, and claimed for the doubt that under the rule of Comp. C. White and his officers the chapter the ready and willing support of every companion of the chapter. would become both a success and an honour to the roll of chapters already Comp. W HITE, in his reply, could hardly find words to thank Comp' in the province, proceeded with the ceremony. Philbrick for the very kind and flattering remarks used by him in proposing t^111 The oration was then delivered by Comp. WALSH, who coming un- the toast. They were most encouraging words, and would inspire , howe\. J prepared , yet was exceedingly eloquent and impressive. The whole of the do their duty in carrying out the work of the chapter. He could assure them that was not his firs t venture ; he referred to the All oai r . beautiful ceremony was then carried out in its entirety, the musical | portion Chapter, which was a success, and he felt sure that one would be. I . being admirably rendered by Comp. G. Carter, E. J. Bell, and Seymour shall be," and cheers.) As to Comp. Mason , he knew him to be a. na Smith, the latter presiding at the harmonium. The patriarchal benediction working Mason , and one that would do his duty by the chapter ; andi^ having been pronounced, the following officers were dul installed and in- Cochrane would do the same to the letter. With reference to the nam ^ y Li the chapter, when it was mooted he proposed that it should be the .{ vested : Comps. F. A. White, P.M. 907 and 1437, P.Z. 907 and 1716, as [1 of Havering, the name of the mother lodge ; but it was decided M.E.Z.; H. Mason , P.M. 913, P.Z. 913, P.G. Std. Br. Kent, as H.; ir should be the Francis White Chapter, and it seemed such a nig'1 ° : Rev. Thomas Cochrane, P.G. Std. Br., as J.; R. J. Warren , S.E. ; T. for c ng that he could not refuse it. He had to thank Comp. Philbrick ° ce> Beeson , S.N. ; H. V. Clements, P.Z., Treasurer ; T. Humphreys, W.M. down and naming it. He also thanked all his friends for their at ten r ^ 1437, P.S. ; A. E. Albert , ist A.S. ; and G. Young, Janitor. Votes of It had made the affair a great success, and , in conclusion, he could p thanks were tendered to Comp. Philbrick and his colleagues for their work them that he should do all he could to keep up that success. in the consecration of the chapter, and they were further unanimousl Comps. M ASON and C OCHRANE also returned thanks. " y ^ nfdeers, elected as honorary members, for which they several ly and conjointly Comps. T. BEESON and T. HUMPHREYS responded for " The U .^ returned thanks. Letters of apology for inability to attend were read from and " The Visitors " and Janitor's toasts concluded the proceedings* the Grand Superintendents ot Sussex, Middlesex, and South Lancashire. were both memorable and enjovable. GRAND MARK LODGE OF Another incident recorded is that on the 24th June 1754, the lod ge was PROVINCIAL " LEIC ESTERSHIRE , NORTHAMPTONSHIRE , opened " at two at noon , being the festival of St. John. Call'd off to Re- freshment at three, Call'd on in order to make Bro. Robert Whitehall an DERBYSHIRE , AND RUTLAND. Antient Mason , he being a Moddren Mason before, made him in all the parts." As this was only three years after the formation of the Grand CONSECRATION OF THE ILKESTON LODGE, No. 373. Lodge of the Antients* it will be evident that its power and influence as a A great gathering of Mark Masons assembled at Ilkeston on Wednes- separate organisation were being felt by the Original Grand Lodge fro m whom they had seceded. , 27th ult., to consecrate anew Mark lodge there. A lod ge of Mark the At the other end of the volume is inscribed a list of Visiters " to this at the Temperance Hall b Bro. Percy Wallis, P.G.D. " Masters was opened y old Lodge No. 20, and amongst them, under the several columns headed Fnsr. P.P.S-G.W., and a great number of candidates were duly advanced. " Names," " Quality," and " No.," the name of " L. Dermott, G.S. 1," The Prov. Grand Master, R.W. Bro. Wm. Kel ly, and the officers of Prov. appears as a visitor in Jul y and December, 1753, and in January, April, Grand Mark Lodge were then received, and the ceremeny of consecrating June, and July, 1754. Eight times he is so described as of " No. 1," and dedicating the new lodge was ably performed by R.W. Bro. Kelly, as these entries take the lodge (No. 1) a considerable period further back an d than has yet been mentioned Bros. S. S. Partrid ge, P.G.D. Eng., P.D.P.G.M. ; T. Cox , , it is desirable, doubtless, that the information assisted'by should be generally known. Percy Wallis ; Henry George, P.A.G.D. of C Eng. ; and D.P.G.M.; Lodge No. 20 became extinct in 1756, f the members having then others. dwindled down to eight, and their last meeting was held on Sth September gro. T. Cox , D.P.G.M., then took the chair, and proceeded to install in that year. The Minute Book of the extinct lod Bro. Charles Maltby as W.M. of the Ilkeston Lodge, No. 373. The W.M. ge evidently came into the posses- appointed and invested his officers. The R.W.P.G.M. again took the sion of some other brethren , who united to form another lod ge at Depttord , then which became No. and its minutes proceeded to open Provincial Grand Lodge in due form. The 64, , &c, are recorded here and there in chair, and the book, without regularity or sequence, according to the fancy or caprice report of the Masters of lod ges, the Committee of General Purposes, the of the Secretary for the time being, commencing with the " Transactions Registrar, and the Treasurer having been received, were adopted. The of a Freemasons' Lodge, held at Mr. Saml. Garth , at the Red house, new by-laws were also adopted. Deptford J not constituted. August 22th , 1757. Lod ge open 'd at 6 o'clock." Bro. Samuel Cleaver was re-elected Treasurer. They proceeded to " make " Entered Apprentices and " raise " Fellow Crafts and Master Masons, although not constituted , this ceremony not The R.W.P.G.M. then read his annual address, in which he alluded to taking place until 14th December in the same. year. During the interval progress of Mark Masonry in the province, particularly in Derby- the great they had made several Masons, some of whom were actual ly holding office shire. Bro. Kelly also remarked upon his re-appointment as P.G.M., an at the time of the lodge being constituted. office which he had held for 26 years, and to the sound financial position of The history of this lodge which purchased the vacant No. 13 in 1759 §, the Provincial Grand Lodge. is being written by its W.M., Bro. L. V. Walker, and will, no doubt, be of The Prov . Grand Master then invested his officers as follows : considerable interest, not only to the members of the lodge, but to brethren generally. One entry of significant import I may here transcribe. Under Bro. T. Cox ...... D.P.G.M. date 22nd May, 1758 , it is stated that " Brother Wm. Watson being an W.J. Freer ...... Prov. S.G.W. ' Antient Freemason was this night enter'd and made in all the three steps of , G. H. Percival ...... Prov. J.G.W. Masonry." Now, as this was an "Antient " Lodge, and Bro. Wm. Watson „ Butler Wilkins ...... Prov. G.M.O. an " Antient " Mason, where was the necessity or reason for such a J. H. Thompson ...... Prov. G.S.O. ceremony? In the cash account, under same date, appears this entry—"To Howell „ J...... Prov. G.J.O. Cash recd- from Bro. Wm. Watson for being enter'd as a member 5s. o." „ Rev. R. C. Faithfull ...... Prov. G. Chap. This evidently points out that the brother was what we now designate a „ Rev. C W. Groas ...... Prov. G. Chap. joining member, and it is probable that, having been made in some lod ge „ S. Cleaver ...... Prov. G. Treas. under a Scottish or Irish Constitution (whose forms, although similar, may „ S. A. Morns ...... Prov. U. Keg. not have been altogether identical) they put him through all the Degrees in „ M. J. Walker...... Prov. G. Sec. one night, so that there might be no doubt whatever of his claim to be termed „ J. Bland ... ,. ; ...... Prov. S.G.D. an " Antient " Mason. „ Edgar Home ...... Prov. J.G.D. I am always glad to have an opportunity of examining any old lod ge „ J. Wiggins ...... Prov. G.L of W. records of either the " Moderns " or the " Ancients." D. Harris ...... Prov. G.D. of C. „ J. JNO. LANE. „ VV. Boughen ...... ,,. ... Prov. A.G.D.C „ C Maltby ...... Prov. G.S.B. * " Masonic Records." p. xii. „ A. Woodiwiss...... Prov. G. Std. B. f "Masonic Records," p. 21. „ W. H. Tutt ...... Prov. G. Org. t This Red House was an inn. Mr. Samuel Garth (subsequently a member of the „ F. C. Dunwell...... Prov. G.I.G. lodge) is designated " Inn Holder, Red House, Deptford. " § Ibid. pp. and „ J. C. Webb ...... ,.. -, 4S 17. „ H. P. Brown ...... ,. n „. , „ R. L. H. Mole W Prov. G. Stwds. „ J. E. Whitehead ...... J CATALOGUE OF MASONIC BOOKS AND MSS. (II.) „ Tanser ...... ,.,) „ . J. D n r The list of Masonic works printed in the " Freemason " for A „ W. Stone ...... ] Pr ov - G - f yIers - , pril 30th, is not of the same general interest and value as the first portion , thoug h The sum of ' 5s. was voted to be placed upon the list of Bro. T. Cox ^,5 , several of the lots will be found to be of special importance, and not a few D.P.G.M., as Steward at the next Festival of the Mark Benevolent Fund ; " plums " are scattered throughout the collection , which dilgent Masonic £2 2s. was also voted to the " F. Binckes Presentation Fund. " students will soon detect. The speciality of this, the second list, is works The Provincial Grand Lodge having been duly closed , the brethren ad- of an occult and astrological character, a few of which are not easily journed to the Rutland Hotel, where a very cap ital banquet was served by procured , and some are scarcely ever met with. To begin with there is a the host, Bro. Daykin. copy of the Astrological Magazine of 1794, Sibley's Illustrations of Astrology in 2 vols, with plates, and " Stella Nova," being a sermon preached before NOTES ON THE MINUTE BOOK OF AN EARLY the learned Society of Astrologers, August ist, 1640, by Robert Gell, D.D. ATHOL LODGE. Of modern works on this curious and " out of the way subject, there are Cooke's " Curiosities of Occult Literature," Guide to " Horary Astrology," Through the kindness of W. Bro. L. V. Walker, W.M. of Neptune and others. Then there is that famous volume by Bro. Godfrey Higg ins, Lodge, No. 22 , 1 have been favoured with an inspection of an old Minute on the " Celtic Druids," of 1829, which fetches such a large sum in " Thoug Book now the property of that lodge, but which, however, contains within "Second-hand Book Catalogues. h this work is not quite so valuable companion volume the "Anacalypsis " still it is both curious and ; "s covers the original Minutes, Rules and Regulations, Lists of Members, as the other , , a scarce, and the one may be said to be the complement of the other. The "d Cash Accounts of the lodge No. 20, constituted on the 9th July, 1753, ; at the " Hampshire Hog," in Gosvvell-street, London. " Complete system of Magick, or the History of the Black Art," of the is a work beyond our poor ability to describe, and in fact has so On the Title page are the names of "John Mc Cormick year 1729, , Mastr , Samuel much frightened us from its title as to prove a warning to any but the ^albraith, Jas. Bedford Wards," the former of whom became, subse- quentl " initiated " to look into its pages. The "Art of Secret Information " of y, Grand Secretary of the " Seceders." Then evidently followed a 1685 is a pleasant change, and so also is one of the original editions of V' t?e (although now out of its nroDer nlace in the hnnl^ nn u/hirh is written Hone's " Ancient M ysteries " of 1823; but a little way down is " England's we the Master, Wardens, and Deacons, with the rest of our fellow mem- Black Tribunal " of the year 1737 staring at us, but doubtless to those ers of but what its title suggests. We never saw °ur lodge, No. 20, do approve of the following Rules and Orders as interested it will prove anything before, and may not again ! "Li ht on Masonry " 0 and wholesome a copy of this volume g for the good government of this lodge, to which we is an American exposure, fit for the anti-Masons of America for whom it utually submit. As witness our hand, October 2nd, 1753. " This approval was written, and by whom it has become so valued as to render copies most gned by the beforenamed Master and Wardens and by nearly all the difficult to .procure even at high prices. Laurie's History of the Grand , ers who belonged to the lodge during its brief existence. Lodge of Scotland is a noble volume; the author having been Grand Secretary he was able to speak from actual knowled ^ U'6S and Orders are 25 n number, but it is to a portion only of for many years, " ge. It is the the fi rst ' though the first of 1804 (b his father) was much in- ru e that I now wish to draw special attention. It reads second edition really, y ' ferior in every sense. A number of works will be found in this list at low , "THAT - prices, by Stewart, Macoy, Dr. Morris Dr. Mackey, Smith (of 17 83), Webb, a Loc e Free & Accepted Antient Masons be held at the Ashe Sickel, Creigh, Findel, Jones, Pierson, Y2rker, and other well-known i Hamrj h* ij te °f , 3d MonH %' '" Gosswell Str'- London (or elsewhere), on the 1st and writers, as also old and rare Sermons on Freemasonry, and Manuals. A f each mont and that such lod of Bro. Ramsden Riley's History of the Aire- T\v0 W ri ° ^ > ge consist of One Master, copy is offered, we note, J. ar ns - wo Deacons, and a Tyler, with as many members as the dale Lod , the edition being out of print, and now scarce. There is also Master a J ' ^ ge .nd Majority shall think proper," &c, &c. a few volumes of the " Freemasons' Magazine," 1793-6 , which was the first Thi 1S to Dear! earliest instance in any Minutes known to me of a reference of its kind issued in England, and contains portraits of several Masonic te nS aS reco nised officers of an English Lod ythological and Chemical works are worthy of attention , "s me h - 8 ge, and Bro. Hughan worthies. The M e not aware or an hlets relating to this Country and America '°dge rec !J earlier notice than this in England in any as also those Masonic pamp , 0ne may 1 think reasonabIy and fairl infer that the especial ly as they are the most easily lost sight of , and the most difficult lo ''Antient M ' ' y " Masons copied this practice from Ireland. obtain when wanted of all publications on the Craft, GRAND OFFICERS OF THE YEAR.

BRO. F. S. KNYVETT , BRO. GEORGE COOPER , BRO. J. L. MATHER, J UNIOR G RAND D EACON . SENIOR GRAND DEACON . ASSISTANT GRAND DIRECTOR OF CEREMONIES .

BRO. REV. DR. CARTWRIGHT SMYTH , BRO. RICHARD EVE, BRO. REV. G. W. WELDON , G RAND CHAPLAIN . G RAND T REASURER . G RAND C HAPLAIN .

BRO. GEORGE BEECH, BRO. CHARLES FENDELOW, BRO. WALTER HOPEKIRK, GRAND STANDARD R EARER G RAND STANDARD BEARER . ASSISTANT GRAND PURSUIVANT . rtRAND LODGE AND THE QUEEN'S Rogers, Deput y Prov. Grand Master of Devonshire ; English. Their dark skin, painted faces, and blankets of JUBILEE. J. Brewer , Prov. Grand Secretary, also Mark Ma^on , 9; different colours with which they cover themselves, make L. Bearne (Newton Abbott) ; and the following from them pictUiesque. The cowbo y bri gade and the Yankee following is a copy of a letter which has been ad- Lodge, No. 421: Bros. Oram, W.M. ; the Rev. F. King, dwellers in tents one feels more at home ainonjst as The W. Mountjoy they converse in our tongue but with a very strung accent. j the Grand Secretary to the Grand Secretaries I.P.M.; and A. Martin , Waidens ; Furse, essed by P.M., P.P.S.G.D. ; Sanders, P.M., P.P.S.G.D. ; J. We entered some of the camp tents and were remi'ir'ed nf the various Provincial Grand Lodges holding under the Hill , G. H. Mountjoy, W. Askew, J. A. King, sen., J. A. very much of Wimbledon duiing the meeting of the Rifle United Grand Lodge on the subject of the Masonic meet- King, jun., G. H. Crocker, W. Tucker, and R. K. Tyler. Association. They are fitted up not only with necessams va Albert The grave, which is situated on the south side of the but with many luxuries and deckedoutin tront with gardens, insr at '^ e R° l Hall, in connection with the Jubilee. churchyard, was surrounded with floral tributes, the work whether in the Exhibit Couits, the gardens, thearer.a , with Oueen 's the buck jumpers, oc where one will, there will be plenty to " of the deceased's gardener, several ot the labouring men A similar letter has been addressed to the Secretaries of and their wives, the schoolmistress, and the children. The amuse and interest every sort of taste. Fine weather is all the lodges in the London district. oak coffin enclosed an inner shell lined with satin. The lid that is required to make the American Exhibition the fav- " Freemasons' Hall, Great Oueen-street, was covered with lovely wreaths and floral crosses. At the ourite haunt this year. Bros. Irving, Toole, and Augustus " London , W.C, 4th May, 18S7. close of the service the first verse of " Now the labourer 's Harris have already introduced some of the chief artistes task is over " was sung, the choir leading, in accordance into the theatiical world. We hope our Fraternity will " Dear Sir and Brother, I have the pleasure to inform you that his Royal with a wish recently expressed by Colonel Tanner-Davy. extend their hospitality to our brethren from the Far West. " •n* -it- -if Highness the M.W. Grand Master has been pleased to fix Among the floral tributes placed on the coffin was one of appropriate design and great beauty sent by the Provincial Offenbach composed many beautiful four o'clock p.m., on Monday, the 13th June next, for the operas, but Masonic meeting at the Royal Albert Hall. Grand Lodge of Mark Masons. It was composed of the none will further help to hand down his name to posterity " May I request that you will be good enough to notify choicest white hot-house flowers, the centre forming a more than " Madame Favart," this may be partly owing this to the various lodges in your province as soon as white keystone on a bed of blue violets. Another very to the fact that on its production at the Strand eight or ten possible. handsome wreath was sent by the St. George's Lodge of years ago the author was fortunate enough to secure the ' " As a large number of lodges have expressed a desire Mark Masons, No. 15, Exeter, and the Provincial Grand services of Miss Florence St. John as the heroine. This . to be furnished with more than five tickets, it would be Secretary, Bro. Henry Stocker, also sent a wreath notice- brought Miss St. John prominently before the London advisable if lod ges were to state any extra number able for its beauty. Other wreaths and crosses were sent public, and that place she has never lost. Being out of an they may wish for, so that, in case there should be any by Bro. Lord Poltimore, Bro. Lord Fortescue, Mrs. Hard- engagement the management of the Avenue did wisely over for disposal, they may be distributed pro rata. ing (schoolmistress of Roseash), and the school children , and well to revive " Madame Favart," with Miss St. John " Yours fraternall y, the choir, the townspeople of Roseash, and the officers of in her old part. The success which pertained to this opera " SHADWELL H. CLERKE, the Southmolton Union. in years gone by is being added to now. We think there " G. Sec. The Directors of the Devon County School, West is 110 music which Miss St. John sings with greater "The Prov. Grand Secretary." Buck'and , at a meeting, pre>-ided over by Earl Fortescue, sweetness and correctness than this charming opera. Bro. passed the following resolution , on the motion of the Chair- Arthur Roberts has taken the place of Miss St. John 's man seconded by Dr. Hatheily : " The directors cannot husband (M. Marius) and is showing what he can do away ANNUAL SUPPER OF THE PYTHA- meet without expressing their deep regret at the death from burlesque and gagging. Some seemed to think Bro. GOREAN CHAPTER OF of their lamented friend and colleague, Bro. Lieut.-Col. Roberts had met wun a pare unsuited to him , but we were Tanntr-Davy, and their grateful sense of the valuable pleased to see him acting and singing as Kavart and not INSTRUCTION. services he has so long rendered to this school, and the as Aithur Ruberts . Miss Bruughton s Suzanne made one great loss it has sustained in his death, and beg to lender remember Miss Violet Cameron with delight, but if Miss The members of this flourishing chapter of instruction their sincere condolences to Mrs. Tanner-Davy in her Broug hton cannot sing she can dance, and in the la>t act closed their labours of the present season, on Thursday, bereavement. " she gives a very pretty dance a la militaire. Bro. Henry the 28th ult., at ihe Portland Hotel, London-street, Green- A vote of condolence was passed on Wednesday, the Ashley resumes his old part, and with other new members wich. Opportunity was taken of the occasion to meet 20th inst., by the members of the Jordan Mark Lodge, ol the cast makes us welcome the revival of " Madame together around the festive board. Comp. Hilton , the Torquay . Favart." popular and deservedl y respected M.E.Z. of the Star Chapter, No. 1275, occupied the chair. It is only neces- That a well-known actor should be able to sary to mention the name of Comp. Hilton , who is so make up as to deceive die whole of his audience for at ardent a Mason, to let it be known that the office of Chair- least a minute alter he has come on the stage, and uncil he man was filled with earnestness, zeal, and success. Comp. has spoken some wuids, is marvellous; but such was the Grummant , P.Z. 1275, who is another well-known and case at the Comedy on the first representation of '' 1 he popular Mason in South London, filled the vice-chair. I' Red Lamp "no by Mr. Beerbohm ree.in He walked on the Amongst others who were present we noticed the following : and one recognised him the disj-uiseuf ' sta^ e the Comps. Bumstead, P.Z. ; Cowley, P.Z.j Catterson , On Monday the Strand passes into the hands of Russian detective. The scene ot Mr. Tristram 's drama is P.Z.; Boncey, P.Z. ; Aldington, and Hunt. the Conway and Farren Comedy Company, on which occa- laid in St. Peteisburg h , and its action taues place at tne After a very enjoyable repast which was served in Comp. sion they will commence their regime with Garrick's version present time. The political disturbances are tne ground- Boncey 's very best style, Comp. Hilto n proposed in very of Colman 's " Clandestine Marriage," the regular old work of this very interesting play . Its construction rs.good , fitting terms, the usual loyal and patriotic toasts. The English Comedies of which we have had so much the last but the lutrary portion is rather weak, but Mr. Outram principal toast of the evening, however, in the estimation few months are to follow, as well as some plays of the Tnstra.n has made such an advance since his failure with of all present, was that of "Success to the Pythagorean classical school not so well known. " The Undergraduate," that he may well take heart and Chapter." Comp. H ILTON, in proposing it , said that in # # # try his hand still further ac writing plays, tor, de^pue the the past success had been met with , and in the future he We looked in at the Globe the other night just sneers of some people in the theatre on ihe first iri ht, and hoped for still greater success. Comp. Bumstead made in a minor portiun ot the piess, " Ihe Red Lamp^ " is such an able and earnest Preceptor ; he was alwaj s at his to keep up acquaintance with our old friend " The Private Secretary," and found the house full and every one roaring winning favour, and we are informed is being given to post, and be the members few or many he still went on with crowded audiences every night, lo have to stand the thewoik. He was so very kind as well, that everyone with laughter at the curate's adventures. In announcing Mr. Hawtr».y 's intention of reviving this farcical comedy, whole evening at the back ot che first circle is not the way . made great progress under him. He (Comp. Hilton) was most conducive to impress one with the merits of a. • l we said he could not be far but in doing so. We believe deep y indebted to Comp. Bumstead, for he had gained the piece, nevertheless, we were much struck with the drama,, whole of his knowled the lessee has found his old friends flocking back, and , of ge of R.A. Masonry fro m him. In to see Mr. Penley and the acting, and we are sure Mr. Tree has made a good . coupling the name of Comp. Grummant, S.E. of the course, bringing new friends with them , in " The Private Secretary." For our part, thoug h we had beginning as a manager. To describe the story would chapter, with that of Comp. Bumstead, the Chairman said taue up more space in our columns than can be that wherever he was able to be of use, there seen the piece five or six times, we laughed as heartily as Comp. ever at the old fun. We understand that Mr. Hawtrey has allotted at the present time. We will merely Grummant was to be found. He filled the office of S.E. in state that a Russian Princess is married to one a manner that gave everyone satisfaction , and his happy accepted Bro. Lestocq's and Mr. Walter Eyerard's new cheery play for production here. of the Czar's most devoted and faithful officers , who is face always gained him friends, and added to the engaged in endeavouring to stamp out the Nihilist con- success of anything he undertook. Comp. We beg to remind our readers that next week spiracy, in which he is assisted by the chief of the secret BUMSTEAD, in reply, said that he was proud of police. The Princess's brother has taken up the cause of the position of Preceptor of the chapter of instruction , for (excepting Friday ) Bro. Irving plays in " The Bells " and he always le," changing on the Monday following, for nine the Nihilists, and it is in the endeavours ot tne Princess to received the very greatest pleasure when he saw "Jing save her brother from the hands of her husband.that the the progress made by the members in thei r various chap- nig hts only, to the " Meichant of Venice," which will be ters, who followed for another nine ni ghts by" " Louis XI.," and interest of " 1 he Red Lamp " centres. Here is the author's availed themselves of the instruction given. He weakness. The love ot a sister for a brotner,' in itself ielt nothing but pleasure in performing his duties as Pre- then similar performances of "Much Ado About Nothing." ce or "The Bells," is a character which we believe excellent, is nut sufficient on which to have a play, especi- P' ); and he should always try to make those who came Mathias, in tor surel under his care Bro. Irving himself is particularl y fond of. It is one in ally when the woman has a husband, y it is the , proficient in the R.A. ritual. duty ot every wile, be she Russian or not, to cleave to her Lomp. GRUMMANT felt pleased to be able to report real which he earliest made his name famous, and one which Progress the public agrees he p s perhaps the best, so much so is husband rather than her relations. We think if Mr. during the past year. The chapter had been la> Tristram had attended b this the truth , that we think it is only by chance a seat can made the Prince her son instead of her bro- y many earnest workers who had profited greatly ther, it would have made the drama stronger and more °y Comp. Bumstead's instruction. It was a now be secured fcr the last week. Mr. Hurst, the presi- mm pleasure to acceptable to those who witness it. The pair of lovers, to perform the work of S.E. in such an exemplary dent of the box office , will, we know, do all that is possible wapter of for anyone easily to book a seat now for the Shake- represented by Miss Marion Terry and Mr. Sugden, are of instruction. He hoped that when the chapter so little consequence to the piece, that it cannut count as a re-opens in September spearian revivals to follow. After the 16th Jul y, 1 there will be a still greater number love story. J'he former has, unfortunatel y, little to do ;companions who will avail themselves of the instruction London will know no more of its popular tragedian until ivmch every April of next year. It behoves us to make the most of him but look nice and wear several gowns. Ihe latter again is one could freely attain. suited with one of those parts in which he is seen to the rmony Prev ailed during the evening, and several and Miss Ellen Terry while we have them with us. "Jinpanionscnmn greatest advantage, though , considering he has just been delighted those present with songs. travelling in America witti Miss Fortescue, Mr. bugden is On Monday the American Exhibition will be not at ail happy in his efforts to talk •'. Yankee." His FUNERAL opened in American fashion by cable, the ceremony at pronunciation is " not a bit like it," and the foreign corres- OF BRO. COL. TANNER-DAVY, Kensington being somewhat simple. We believe it will be PROV. pondent of a leading American paper would not be so G.M.M.M. OF DEVON. the rendezvous of the summer months, situated on land vulgar before ladies as to talk about taking four liver.pills amounting to 23 acres, between Earl's Court, West Bromp- and having a rub down with a roug h towel. Mr. Broaufield 1a 'nS 0f Bro Co,onel Tanner-Davy, J.P., Prov. ton and West Kensington stations, it will be accessible G.'MV M ' is the General, and dues not seem at home in such a eo ' °* ^evon» were on Friday, the 22nd instant, from all parts of London. We understand the railway nsien Si to ast resting small part. Mr. Laurence Lautley, as the Nihilist yard at p '^e'r ' place in the parish church- companies are combining to run trains at reduced fares to Prince, acts well, but would be better weie he not ing r. Koseash, near Southmolton. A numerous gather- this latest attraction in London. Whilst yet the Exhibition 0 ni rners to imitate Mr. Wilson Barrett in his voice but be Mr. assembi rf '- *rom "le Par'sh an<* surrounding district is " properly ty led " against the general public, we have Cautley. Lady Monckto n, who seemed very nervous the n tlle v cin tv the burying ground to witness been favoured with a view of what is to be seen. The the snl ' ' ' °f first night, has doubtless improved her rendering of the . , ceremonr- "The cortege lett the deceased' s centre court was in a very unfinished condition when we Pfesiden y shortl character of the Pri ncess. Miss Filippi , as a maidservant , one y after 2 p.m. The funeral was a walking went through it, but thousands of workmen are engaged shows marvellous cleverness, not only ir, her acting, but her in erecting stands and unpacking and arranging the ex- which she makes delicious. Mr. Masons ne province of French pronunciation , 'epresenfjL 0f ^ Devonshire were hibits, which we are sure will be full of interest. The Beerbohm 1 ree is always a careful actor, and never has he Charli e by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master, Bro. gardens seem to be most forward, and will become as P nce acted with more remarkable skill than now. His is a con- G.Ba tl ,,? „ „ Bate> F.R.S. ; Bros. Controller Samuel popular as those of South Kensington have been the last from life in the part of the chief detective. Ml , P four years. Not the least interesting portion will be the sistent study Si j S , 3'5, P.G.S.B. Cornwall .G.S.B. Eng., His artistic and admirable make-up we have already ane P M and Sec. P.P.G.M.O., " Toboganning " from West Kensington Station for two, Englandkjanrj , , . . ' , - - , 319,-" -,_ P.G.S. alluded to. "The Red Lamp "is splendidl y staged with R °8 s RM p "p ¦ n T . w down a steep inclined plane, representing the sport -•aunep o i\* " ***» • • *Jf *"• * • 1 " • the taste and completeness which might be expected of 3l 9i M p ' 319. P.P.G.M.O., 18; T. Prust, J.O. carried on in ' Canada on ice and snow. Buffalo Mr. 1 ree. We should think it is good for the season; and e s W Bill has already become a famous name and the y-M. ,; D°5, ' » -M. 96, P.P.S.G.W. ; G. Sercombe, the provinces. ol| S loits with his teams will be sent out to £ and ' PM -' A. Tout, W.M. 76, P.P.G.D.C ; I. public is anxious to see his exp T P M 76, yler j ', R. B P.S.G. W.; J. Gidley, P.M. j 6g, P.G. of horses and buffaloes. A grand stand has been erected, S'5. P 'r"r,BeiltI,e > W-M- 2IS, P.P.G.O. ; J. Haywood, which will accommodate several thousand persons to witness R.W. Bro. Sir Francis Burdett , Bart., Prov. G. ^creta™ ' J and H. Stocker, P.P.J.G.W., Prov. G. the performances , which are to take place twice a day. The Master of Derbyshire, has arrived at his house near Rich- Lett Red Indian Camp will be another great centre, for here mond from his seat in Derbyshire. - >een '"'ethren in „' received from a very large number of the real Indians, men, women, and children are encamped FURNISH ON N ORMAN AND S'l'ACEr's SysTEM.—This simple, econo. W te parts o£ the Province in native wigwams, which do not appear to be at all un- tt Unabll -, , regretting that they mica! sjstem commends itself. Admitted to be the most satisfactoy Ccl ?- attend, and testif y ing to the esteem and comfortable tor fine weather. We were unable, like the late mettud. No deposit ; 1, 2, or 3 years' credit.—particulars on ? 'on in all el PERFECTLY-FITTED OYSTER SALOON GRAND PATRONESS : M . MARY WHITE , I Now Open at Ntw Broad Street. Aged 64 Years, 115, Toronto-road, Buckland, Portsmouth HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS OF Widow of the late Bro. George White, P.M., P.P.G.D. WALES. TRY Hants and Isle of Wight, of the Esplanade Hotel, Ventnor. He was initiated in No. 175, Ryde, 10th December, 1843, W. BEASLEY'S BOOTS , I THE ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL and paid to December, 1S64. Joined No, 551, Ventnor, And ensure BOOTS 6th February, 1S61, and paid two years. Through the of this Institution will take place death of her husband by accident in 1867, Mrs. White was Ease and Elegance, left totally unprovided for, and is now, through infirmity, combined with _ _ _, . On WEDNESDAY, the nth of MAY next, ^ r unable to earn a livelihood. TRUE PIT, BOOTS ! under the Presidency of , QUEEN VICTORIA ST. SIR OFFLEY "WAKEMAN, Bart., The case is strongly recommended by 28 Near the Mansion House), Bro. G. S. STOBBS , P.M. East Medina Lodge, No. Mi Ryde. R.W. PROV. G RAND MASTER OF SHROPSHIRE. P.P.G.S. Hants and Isle of Wight. Bpecialities-Hand-Sewn. Special Orders in BOOTS I * „ F. TOI'IIAM JOXES , W.M. Yarborough Lodge, No. 551, a few days. Large Stock to select from. Ventnor. Gold Medal Awarded at the London International President Board of Stewards— * „ G. M OLESWORTH , P.M. Lodge o£ Union, No. 38, Chichester. Exhibition, Crystal Palace, 1881. Bro. R. G. VENABLES, DEP . G.M. SHROPSHIRE. P.P.G.D. Sussex. * „ H. E. B REACH , W.M. Lodge of Union , No. 38, Chichester. Acting President — * „ J. H. H AWES, S.W. Lodge of Union , No. 38, Chichester. Bro. A. C. SPAULL, P.P.G. R EG . SHROPSHIRE . „ A. H EARN , Treas. Howard Lodge of Brotherly Love, No. ;6, CHAS. WILLIAMS, Arundel. rft Treasurer — 0r."$.^ Merchant Tailor, Hosier, Proxies will be thankfully received by those marked *. & Juvenile Outfitter, Bro. R. EVE, P.G.W. G. TREAS. ELECT, H ANTS & I.W. •0^" ' Stewards— 0?"' 107, 109 & 169, BOROUGH, SOUTHWARK, Chairman of Ladies ROYAL MASONICBENEVOLENT S&*^ LONDON. Bro. REV . J. N. PALMER, G. CHAPLAIN . INSTITUTION. ^ Secretary— ^ -G DRESS SUITS Evening Wear Bro. F. R. W. HEDGES. The kind support of Lodges and Subscribers are earnestl ne\ v* For M ASONIC and , . y ¦$V 0 Superfine Quality, from 60s. solicited on behalf of ilircclions for self-measurement sent r_«» ' Patterns and the office of Steward are very r V »* post free. Brethren willing to serve MARY ANNE WELDON, rO'? > ^ A Large Stock of Gentlemen 's and urgently needed ; and they will greatly oblige by forwarding In her 67th Year, t *" their names as early as possible to the Secretary, who will QU Juveniles' Clothing Ready Made to Whose Husband , OHN W ELDON, was a P.M. of the gladly give any information required. J select from for immediate wear. Faithful Lodge, No. 473, in the Province of Warwickshire. F. R. W. HEDGES, Secretary. He died on the 3rd September, 1S77, since which time the Freemasons' Hall, Widow has continued to support herself by her needle, but SMI TH'S LONDON BL UE Offices—5, infirm health and impaired eyesight have at last compelled is Great Queen Street, London, W.C. her to seek the aid of _ this noble Charity. Her Husband was many years in business in Birmingham as a Tailor and Unequalled for Laund ry Work. Hosier, but failing in 1S55, caused them both to be in ,. ELEC TRIC LIGHT, necessitous circumstances. The Widow has also the charge Sold by Oilmen, in bottles, id. and 6d. each, or by tlie ¦ ¦ « or of an orphan child of her Son, who was a M.M., and Gallon, at (^ Permanent Temporary, drowned at sea. n • &y layLY Accumulators. Estab. 1879.] Wo. 2, Finsbury Sq., London. The °N Safe & ReliaUe Method- The following Brethren willgive any further information: A^ Bro. GEORUE BEEC H , P.M. 453, P.G. Sec. Warwickshire, Temple, />•)• /6v se(I b3' the citv Companies, the Bank of , , FRAMED Eng^ land , the Royal Mint , Lloyds, and row, Birming ham. MASONS ' CERTIFICATES &c **/ t^' „ G EORGE BOURN-E , P.M . 473, P.P.G.P. Warwickshire. Aw' many Banks, Insurance Offices , and TO ANY DESIGN. Private Residences. „ J AMES COOPER , P.M. 473, 1125, P.P.G.S. of W. Warwickshire , ^T* 44r , Moselcy.road , Birming ham . &> ELECTRICAL POWER STORAGE CO. „ E DMUND G REEN , P.M. 473, P.P.G.P. Warwickshire, East , > LIMITED), Lynn , Kingsheath , near Birmingham. H- MORELL Jj5 I „ G EORGE BOIV.V , P.M., VV.M. 473, Clarcmont House, Long. 17 and 18, Great St. Andrew St., Bloomsbury, W.C, London. ^ 4, Gt. Winchester St., E.C. street, Birmingham. Manufacturer and Importer of all kinds of Picture Frame and „ *J OIIN H ARRIS , P.M., C.S., Sec. 473, 47, New-st., Birmingham. Decorative Mouldings (Two Million Feet always in stock) . Every ,, V. H OBDAY , P.M. 11S0, 143 Monument-road , Birmingham. requisite for the Trade and Exportation. Illustrated Book of JUBILEE YEAR. ,, *T. L. W ELDON , 62, Tufnell-park-road , London , N. Patterns post free for three penny stamps. Also the Widow, Mrs. M. A. W ELDON, 133, Alston-street, NEW MASONIC HALL , Ladywood, Birmingham. so J. G. CORDING AND Go , FOR Proxies will be thankfully received by those marked *. Festival Banquets, Dinners, Balls, fy c. ASYLUM FOR IDIOTS. jW FOR THE BEST THE EARLSWOOD, RED HILL, SURREY. ABEKCOEN HOTEL , STAMORE. flf WATER PROOFS FOURTH APPLICATION. Co BRO . CHARLES VEAL, Proprietor. ^ F0R £? ^ Your VOTES and I NTEREST are solicited on behalf of § W SHOOTING, Kentish Sauce I Kentish Sauce!! ALBERT JOHN COOTE, ft? 3 FISHING. Aged S Years, 19th August, 18S6, & TRAVELLING. Who has been an Idiot from birth. His Father, a Pi lot, is / J Ask your Grocer for KENTISH SAUCE. at sea the greater part of his time; his Mother being' ft? # delicate, and having four younger children, is quite unable * Only Address— to give him the care and attention he requires. ^ TRY IT. Pounds AIR STREE T The Father is willing to contribute Thirteen £tf Corner of , The Best and Cheapest in the World. (£13 os- °d) Pel' annum towards his support. ^ PICCADILLY. RETAIL, Half-pint 6d.j Pints is, The case is recommended by *R. EMMETT, Esq., L.R.C.P. Lond., Woodville, Kingston) NOW READY. Portsmouth . BURGOYNE & Co., Sole Manufacturers, *Rev. E. P. GRANT, Vicar of Portsmouth. ~ Major-General Sir F. W. FITZ WYGRAM , Bart., Leigh MASONIC RECORDS , 17, PEECY STEEET, Park, Havant, M.P., South Hants. Tottenham Court Eoad, London, W. Hon. Sir THOMAS C. BRUCE, 42, Hill-street, London. R. W. FORD, Esq., Solicitor and Clerk of the Peace, Ports- 1717-1886, mouth. Comprising a complete List of all the Lodges warranted by A. S. BLAKE, Esq., Mayor of Portsmouth. the Four Grand Lodges and the United Grand Lodge of Kentish Sauce!!! Kentish Sauce!!!! J AMES G IEVE, hsq., J.P., Portsmouth . England, with their Dates, Places of Meeting, Successive Dr. CREWE, The Old Priory, Milton, Portsmouth. Of all Grocers and Oilmen. , Numbers, &c, &c, by J AS. G REEN, Esq., L.R.C.P. Lond., Brandon House JOHN LANE, F.C.A., Landport, Portsmouth . FOR SALE. W. W. B. BEACH, Esq., M.P., Basingstoke. P.M. 1402, Torquay. The Brethren Portsmouth Temperance Lodge, No. 20GS. The work is dedicated , by gracious permission , to H.R ,H *GEORGE KENNING, Upper Sydenham, the SECOND HAND Prince of Wales, K.G., K.T., &c, &c, M.W. Grand Proxies will be thankfully received by those marked *. Master, and contains a fac simile of Pine's Engraved ' s-sl; List of and by Bro. JAMES COOTE, 74, St. Thomas 1725, and an introduction by ROYAL ARCH FURNITURE , Portsmouth. W. Bro. W. J. HUGHAN, P.G.S.D. England. CONSISTING OI' Obtained at the Election on 28th Octolier, 1886-221 votes. WW It contains 340 pages, and is handsomely bound in blue FLOOR CLOTH. The lowest successful Candidate at tho same Election obtained650 .. cloth, bevelled boards, with top edge only gilt. PEDESTA L, VEIL, AND LETTERS. In consequence of the work containing 40 pages more 5 LARGE BANNERS, POLES, AND STANDS. FUNERAL REFORM. than originally contemplated , the expense of production has 15 SMALL „ „ „ Simple, Reverent, and Inexpensive Funerals. Explanatory Pamphlet gral* been very considerably increased, and the price is now 3 LARGE CANDLESTICKS. , necessarily increased to 3 SCEPTRES. LONDON NECROPOLIS CO. CROW, PICK, AND SPADE. S, LA NCASTER PLACE , STRAND, W.C. £1 Us. 6d. nett. TROWEL, SWORD, SOUARE AND COMPASSES. PATE2JT EARTH TO EARTH PERISHABLE COEHNjL,- SCROLL AND SILK L1EE LINE. GEORGE KENNING, " Freemason " Office , INSURANCE COM- 16 & 16A, Great Queen Street, London, W.C. KNEELING STOOL. ACCIDENT Price £20 net Cash. PANY, LIMITED. 10, ST. SW ITHIN'S LANE, LONDON, E.C. The cost of postage or carria ge not being in cluded in TO BE SEEN AT the above price, must be added in all cases where prepay- GEO. KENNING'S SHOW ROOMS, General Accidents. | Personal Injuries Deaths by Accident. ment of postage, &c, is necessary. The weight of the Railway ¦ Aecidents. I Manager- Book, without packing, is nearly sib. LITTLE BEITAIN, LONDON. C. HARDING, PROVINCE OF MIDDLESEX. which would be possible even now. If they have any 4 CHARLES LANCAS TE R, tickets over, that one or two more be granted to all lodges (&NON-FOULING__\ )J) (Awarded 15 Frizes and I&edals.) having over 50 members on its books, or one to those over VVr SMOOTH 'ftf , and two to those \&JIVAL ntme'jGr ISVEKTOH AND PATENTEE OF THE 50 over 100 members. Hoping some M,E. Comp. Col. Sir Francis Burdett , Bart., steps will be taken to grant this boon to the "S^SS^ 4-3AREEL EKEECHLOADESG HAHMEBXESS strong lodges.— Grand Superintendent.. Yours fraternall y, FOE EOOK, GUN, RIFLE & PISTOL May 4, 1SS7. MASTER MASON. BABBIT, , The THIRTEENTH CONVOCATION of the (Weight 7!Moz.) (Weight lOIli.J ('47S bore, 311). 8oz.) [It will be seen by Ihe circular which we print in another column, that this difficulty has been met.—ED, FM. PROVINCIAL GRAND CHAPTER Sara? " THE COLINDIAN," \ MILITARY A RIFLED GUN F0R SHOT AND BALL , Will be held at the and Illustrated Detailed Price Lists Free on Application . ¦pm^mlptStiM^ LARGE BORE S|i«i«I Prion for Cash. ABERCORN HO TEL, G-T. STANMORE, RIFLES. 151, NEW BOND ST., W. Established ISM On Saturday, 14th May, at 3 o' clock p.m. precisely. J^^^ftftf^g^r^s^^ssast^i^^s^^iy : will take place at the Abercorn Hotel GEORGE SPILLER The BANQUET , f MASONIC ALMANAC, PROVINCE OF SUSSEX 1, Tickets Ss. 6d., exclusive of Wine. , 1S87. at S P-" This little book is an improvement on its predecessors, N.B.—Companions intending to remain for the . M Surgeon 's Optici an, and cannot fail to prove most useful in the Province of Banquet are requested to send their names to the Sussex. " The Royal Families of Great Britain and Free- Prov. G.S.E. with a remittance, before Wednesday, &7 fe 3, WIG-MORE ST., W. masonry " makes an interesting comp ilation, as also the 11th of May, as no Ticket will be issued after that ft ~ lists of Grand Officers of Sussex from 1854. The roll of date. ? Prov. Grand Masters, however, begins with 1774, when the ^ Province was constituted , with Ca ptain Minshalt as Prov. N.B.—In order to make arrangements for the convey- & » SHOT-PROOF SPECTAC LES. G.M. The officers of the Provincial Grand of the Companions and their Visitors, it is necessary Chapter are ance 6 given since its resuscitation in 1SS1, and those of the that every Companion should inform the P.G. Scribe E., 7 /^ THE— ^ £^ NEW Mark Provincial Grand Lodge from the year 1874, Lord not later than May nth, whether he intends to be present Arthur Hill M.P., and the number of Visitors he intends to bring. , being the third Prov. Grand Master or not, § "SHOOTING - " PINCE-NEZ , for that Degree in Sussex. The roll of extinct lodges Brethren, to reach Stanmore in time for the opening of looks like the work of Bro. T. Francis, of Havant, and is the Chapter, must leave by Train for Edgware from £> WITH RIGID BRIDGE. well done. It would have been a pity not to give this list, Moorgate Street 11.20 a.m. King's Cross 1 1.28 a.m. Cr? They press the nose much less than as one lodge, now alas, no more, is said to have met, Broad Street . 12.53 p.m. King's Cross 1.0 p.m. i "' any other eye-glass. " From the time of Julius Csesar," according to the early Calendars ! There are 26 lod Enquire if necessary to change at Finsbury Park. ges and 9 Royal Arch Chapters in the Province, but no names appear of the AH change at Finchlcy. officers , or Past Masters, &c, though much space is taken Conveyances will meet the above-mentioned Trains at ^'S Monk's EARTH System, up with the Calendar. If the names of these were g iven , Edgware for the "Abercorn Hotel," FARE IS. each . Sussex would be well supplied , as the Prov. G. Sec. (Bro . MORNING DRESS. "^° J" W' 6ird!estone 's Ment l V. P. Freeman), issues " model reports " (as Bro. Hughan R^ ^ styles them) of each Provincial Grand Lod ge meeting. y command of the M.E. Grand Superintendent. 1^ B E „* ¦£ $¦• 5a, GARRICK STREET, The " Year of Light " (Bro. Editor) of "Ancient Craft J. F. H. WOODWARD, SH Masonry " is not found by adding 4004, but 4000, to A.D. Comberton , Mowbray-road, Prov. G. Scribe E. 1887. See Craft Certificates. Norwood , S.E., _ COYENT GARDEN , LONDON. April, 18S7. THE FREEMASONS' CALENDAR FOR THE PROVINCE OF DORSET, 1SS7. Eslab.] THE [1804 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESSES (Inland). This capital publication is its nineteenth year of issue, and is now edited by Bro. J. A. Sherran, of Weymouth, " so it may be assured that typograp hically, as well as a <$> DUMENLY " C IGARETTES . For the Freemason Printing Works— V <\4\V* Possessing an aroma of passintj excellence, masonically, it is all it should be. The Editor regrets that _X^.V and unequalled in the world. Manufac FREEMASON, there are not enough printed to allow a copy being sent to ^ turea hy A - c - PARASCHO & CO., ol L ONDON. ^^V Dumenly, Yenijeh Turkey. Each Cigarette one in every three members. In that case the edition .XW' /< . Banners and Furn iture— cannot consist of much over 200 copies .TOO* v as. 6d.) iso£ sufficient to convince any con. has risen so as to cause an increased circulation , and thus jW) ^ noisselir their superiority. considerably reduce the cost per copy. The P' READE RS. present list of /tfXy Sole address in the United Kingdom— TO OTJR Past Prov. Grand Officers is given, with dates of obtaining v T HE FREEMASON is published every Friday morning, price 3d., and Provincial rank, V> 58, PaU Mall, London. W, contains the fullest and latest information relating to Freemasonry and any previous appointments. Then of every degree. Subscriptions, including Postage:— follows the "Annual summary of work done in the Pro- and CANVASSER United States, vince," by which we see there are 186 P.M.s and 616 sub- COLLECTOR scribing members seeks ENGAGEMENT. Highest references. Ad- United Kingdom. Canada, the Continent, India, China, Ceylon , , being a hi gh average for 13 lodges. the Colonies &c. Arabia, &c. The names of all these members appear under dress, W.H., The Freemason office, 16, Great Oueen-st, _ their re- W.C. 6d. 17s. 6d. specti ve lodges, with Provincial rank, if any, also those of 13s. 6d. 15s. the officers , and distinguishing those who are Royal Arch Remittances may be made in Stamps, but Post Office Orders of Masons and Mark Masters ! Likewise the the former payable to G EORGE KENNINO , names and O LET—The UPPER PART of a cheques are preferred , addresses of the Secretaries and Charity Stewards. The HOUSE near the General Post Office. Eight Chief Office , London , the latter crossed London Toint Stock Bank. ¦ list of lodge meetings from January, 1SS7, to January, 1S88, Rooms, together or separate.—Apply B, J., Office of this ^ arranged in a table, enables one to see at a glance the Paper. THE MASONIC CELEBRATION OF THE QUEEN'S engagements in the Province for.each month, as also those JUBILEE. of the chapters, Mark lodges, and other Degrees. Those BRO. TOM LAWLER begs to Lodges desiring to distribute the second who may think such a compilation does not absorb much and is now Secretaries of time to make, should try similar tables for their announce that he has returned to Town, circular just issued by the Pro Grand Master amongst own Pro- open to accept Engagements for the MANAGEMENT OF may obtain copies on applica- vinces. The roll of Charity votes appears to be accurately the members of their lodges, made, MUSIC AT MASONIC BANQUETS, CITY DINNERS, of the Freemason, who will supply but as the total s under each Institution are not given, tion to the Publisher we have not yet added the figures to note what CONCERTS, &C.-66, Tonsley-hill, Wandsworth, S.W. them at the rate of five shillings per 100. proportion they bear to the number of members. The " Dorset CAMBRIDGE GRADUATE Masonic Charity," of which Bro. E. T. Budden is the moving spirit, is duly represented, ("P.M. and P.Z.).—PRIVATE TUITION in the and its excellent objects ©0 Corres pondents , prominentl y noticed , as they deserve to be. It is " not a CLASSICS, MATHEMATICS, ENGLISH, &c. Lectures rival, but a handmaid to the great Central on various subjects. Schools visited. Foreigners taught Charities." We BOOKS. &c. RECEIVED. are disappointed to see that so little is done for the educa- English by means of French.—Address, F. D., 62, Proceedings of the Provincial Grand Chapter of Royal Arch tion of children Lancaster-road " , but suppose a system will soon be devised , Notting-hill, W. Freemasonry of Bombay and its Dependencies," " New Zealand for that purpose under such energetic management. Masonic Journal ," " La Chaine d'Union ," " Hull and East York- WANTED, by a Master shire Times, Imperial federation , " New Zealand f reemason ," SITUATION " New Zealand Mail ," " Cadiz Masonico,"" Keystone," "Allen 's THE FREEMASONS' CALENDAR AND DIRECTORY Mason , with a practical knowledge as STEWARD Indian Mail ," " Masonic News," '* Jewish Chronicle," " Die FOR THE PROVINCE OF OXFORD AND or WAITER. A Masonic Club or Institute preferred. Bauhutte," "Scribners' Magazine," "Cleveland Globe," " New NEIGHBOURHOOD, 1S87-88. Unmarried; l R., 21 York Dispatch ," "Sunday Times " (New York), " The Era," unexceptionable references .—App y, J. , The Editor, Printer, and Publisher of this excellent South Parade, East Southsea, Portsmouth . " Sunday Times " (London), " Lancaster Daily Examiner," " Newcastle Daily Journal ," " Court Circular," and " Masonic Masonic directory is Bro. W. R. Bowden , of High-st reet, Journal." Oxford, on whose shoulders the mantle of the lamented Bro. R. J. Spiers has fallen , and who has proved an able ^^^^^^A^^^^ai^^AAAAAAAAAA^ successor of that brother, who, for so many years, brought cy. COCKERE LL'S out a wee calendar for the province. The present series / 13, CORNHILL, B.C. of Bro. Bowden's, however, is a much larger and more \J > important one, and aims at supplying all needful informa- For Prices, see Daily Papers. tion respecting the lodges, chapters, &c, in the province. /Oy^ More still would be done had the editor received the sup- port he has so well merited ; but, that having failed for C\ / Trucks direct from the Berkshire and Buckinghamshire, those, Masonically, are SATURDAY , M AY 7, 1887. now dropped. As the work runs even now to ^~ Colliery to every Railway ¦ ¦ over 100 pages, A- its size would be rather inconvenient if many additions were Station. made to its bulk, so that the surrounding provinces had ©riginal Corre spondence * better issue their own directories. This year's issue appears X~ in black ink (which we prefer to the last year's blue), and MONARCH-KINO, [We do not hold ourselves responsible for , or even approving of we congratulate Bro. Bowden on the general appearance of the opinions expressed by ourcorrespondents .but wewish in aspirit TAILOR , of fair play to all to permit—within certain necessary limits—free his " Calendar and Directory " for 1SS7, which is published discussion.] ¦ under the immediate patronage of the Right Hon. the Earl of Jersey, Prov. G.M. The names of all " Cornhill, E.C, and Regent-street , W., THE the Past Masters, JUBILEE MEETING. and years of service of all the lodges in the province, from LONDON. To the Editor of the "Freemason. " 1814-5, are duly inserted, and very valuable they are for fo jPER CENT. DISCOUNT FOR CASH. Dear Sir and Brother, reference, especially for the Apollo University Lodge, Will you allow me to point out through the columns No. 357, for we presume no other Iodsre has so manv of your paper how unfairly the plan of each lod ge being Past Grand Officers of England on its roll. H.R.H. the Estab.j DUER, [1749. allowed to send five Masons to the Jubilee meeting works Prince of Wales, we see, was the W.M. in 1873, and the # out ? inasmuch as by this hard and fast rule some lodges lamented Prince Leopold was in the chair in 1876. What / 146, NEW BOND ST., W., will be able to send 25 or even 30 per cent, of their may be termed its representative in London , viz., the <0^ numbers, whilst others will be only able to send two or four Westminster and Keystone Lodge, No. 10, is also duly -•— .- . _WEDMHG.JBREAKFASTS_SUPPIiIEDi alteration , but might 1 make a suggestion to the authorities of which the D.P.G.M, of Oxon, Bro. Reginald Bird, was ge. The Secretary read from the officers, Past Masters, and the brethren of the first W.M., and other well-known Oxonians have since relieved by the brethren of the lod the that excellent brother. The Isaac Newton Uni- the circular letter fro m the Earl of Carnarvon, respecting lodge, and hoped that Bio. Knig ht would have as pleasant succeeded Bro. Spiegel , and pleasurable year as he had done the close ot versity Lodge, No. S59, and the Alma Mater Lodge, Cam- the Jubilee Festival , when it was proposed by , Wi.ich of course, are also entitled to insertion , and receive P.M., that those who had a wish to go, to give their names he regarded with regret. bridge, The Worshi ful Master, their due share of space, so that this calendar is of more to the Secretary, and to ballot for the live tickets, which was p in response, thanked the I.P.M. usual interest to outsiders, so to speak, and has more agreed to; numerous brethre n expressed their wish to go, so for the kindly way in which he had proposed the tuast, and than y represented. the brethren lor the cordial reception ot it. He than a provincial value. From 1S75 the sum of £3383 2s. 6d. that the Lodge of Joppa will be properl promised sent to the central Masonic Chanties, which is a The lod ge was then closed and adjourned , and 62 to do all that was possible on his part to make the coming has been year equal to any 01 its predecessors . noble contribution from some 10 lodges, with 500 members brethren sat down to a most excellent banquet, which, by roll; but be it remembered until 1877 ihere the new arrangement by the proprietor , gave general satis- The other usual Masonic toasts were duly honoured, and now on the the very pleasant evening- were only seven lodges. The roll of P.G.M.'s from 1795, faction , and I must not omit to mention the Champagne was further enlivened by music of D.P.G.M.'s from 1833, and of P.G. Officers from 1837 which they put on the table was generall y appreciated , in and recitations given by the brethren. makes a capital and exceeding ly valuable compilation for fact, the best any house in London could provide. The usual loyal and the other toasts being proposed and reference. In fact, the calendar is valuable throughout as HAMPTON COURT respects lodges and all other Masonic bodies, and the responded to respectively, and capital musical entertainment —Campbell Lodge (No. Charities of the Order. Copies may be had from the pub- was provided by the W.M., under the management of Bro. 1415).—An emergency meeting ot this prosperous lodge was held on the 30th ult. The chai r was occup lisher for eighteen pence, and for one shilling more the Van Norden , the excellent veteran Organist, the brethren ied by Bro. History of Freemasonry in Oxfo rdshire," by parted at a very late hour, hig hly pleased and satisfied. H. Pritchard , W.M., who was supported by Bros. Dr. interesting " Oswald S.W. j R. M. Bro. E. L. Hawkins, M.A., may also be had, the two , Jones, P.M., as J.W. ; Cubitt , being all that is needed to trace most his- Treasurer; Levander, Secretary ; Hutchison , S.D.; VV. publications GATESHEAD-ON-TYNE.-Lodge of Industry Hicklin torical matters respecting- that Masonic province. , J.D.; Rev. W. S. Moses, Chaplain ; A. Hicklin, (No. 4S).—The first meeting since the installation and in- I.G.; Dr. E. M. Lott, P.M.; C. Wallis P.M.; the inst., J. , H. vestment of officers was held on Monday, 25th G. Buckley, C. E. Cassal, T. Wright, W. Morris, AND at the Masonic Hall. The W.M., Bro. Edward Shew- J. J. and THE FREEMASON S' CALENDAR John Gilbert, Tyler. Visitors : Bros. H. W. Pntchett, FOR THE PROVINCE OF brooks presided, and was supported and assisted by the DIRECTORY J.D. 1261 ; G. Harding, P.M. 123S; E. T. Smith , 1765 ; DURHAM , 1S87. following brethren : Bros. W. M. Pybus, I.P.M.; J. and J. Kilt, Wood P.M. ; 1791. the esteemed Prov. G. Moult, P.M. ; J. G. Smith, P.M.; John , 1 he lodge having been opened in due form, a ballot We congratulate Bro. Hudso n, Robt. Whitfield , P.M.; M. Corbitt , P.M., Treas. ; was Secretary of Durham , on the compilation of one of the taken for Bio. W. J. Morris, No. 72, which proved unani- M. H. Dodd, P.M. ; R. F. Cook, P.M. ; R. Wightman, mously favourable. Bro. T. Wii most complete and useful Masonic directories in England. Brown ; J. ght was then passed to be wanted for P.M.; W. Dalrymple, S.W.; Wm. , J.VV. the Second Degree in a most able and impressive manner Nearly all the information that can possibly W. F. Raeburn Sec ; T. Thompson , S.D.; William l in the compact little , by the W.M., who also gave the explanation ot the tracing the province, is provided most amp y Richardson, J.D. ; Rev. Wm. Bowker, Chap. ; H. F. book before us, of some 150 pages, for the members board. The W.M. having declared his intention of repie- 11 Mark lodges, Dryden , l.G.; M. R. Wright and E. Carr, Stivds. j senting the lodge at the ensuing Festival of the of the 32 lodges, 13 Royal Arch chapters, R. Ferry, Org. ; and Joshua Curry, Tyler. Amongst the Girls' two R.C. chapters, &c. The School, the sum of ten guineas was unanimously voted to three K.T. preceptories, other members and visitors present were Bros. VV. J. roll of Prov. G. Officers begins with the Prov . G. Masters be put on his list as Steward. Jobson, G. C. Potts, R. Swanson, VV. J. Campbell, C. Notice of motion for making from 1735, then follow the names of the D. Prov . G. Masters VV.M. certain alterations in the Prov. G. Officers from that year, Green , W. Stafford, J. T. Harrison , 481 ; John by-laws was g iven by the Secretary, alter which from 17S8 , and the other Spearman, P.M. ; Robt. Hudson , P.G. Sec. ; A. M. the lodge of officers' appointments in the Prov. G. 4S1 was closed, and the brethren adjourned to the festive board so that a century Loades, P.M. 24; G. N. Patterson, Sec. 424 ; W. J. , Lodge is thus duly chronicled. Those of the Prov. Grand where an ample repast awaited them, provided by the Pattison, 1427; J. Shaw, J.S. 24; H. Gei pel, 1427 ; worthy host, Bro. Sadler Chapter are given from 1834, when the revered Earl of Sec. . A most pleasant evening was We note that J. W. Kobson , S.D. 1342; S. Gilham, 541 ; and spent, under the genial presidency of the hi hl Durham was the Grand Superintendent. others. g y esteemed les the office Provincial Grand Superin- W.M. The enjoyment of the brethren was much enhanced Bro. Hudson sty Alter the formal opening business, Mr. W. H. Tillar tendent, but the addition is not constitutional, and lessens by some excellent singing. title. The tables are abl y and most (elected at last meeting) was dul y initiated by the W.M., the dignify of the and the working tools and charge were g iven by the J.W. compactly arranged, which show the numbers, names, days of meeting, and Festivals of all Bros. Campbell , Glassman, and Gardner were afterwards TWICKENHAM.—Sir Francis Burdett Lodge places of meeting, passed as F.C.'s by the W.M. The implements and charge the lodges and chapters, compressed within three pages. (No. 1503).—This influential lodge met at the Albany particulars of the officers, Past Mas- of the Degree being given by the S.W. The manner in Hotel, on the 23rd ultimo. Among those present were The lists furnish full which the W.M. and officers performed their duties was ters, dates of warrants, number of members, &c., of all Brc«. A. H. Gurney, VV.M.; Lieut.-Col. Cuming, acting province , the highly creditable and gave great satisfaction. S.W.; E. Jenkins, J.W.; the Rev. S. T. H. Saunders, the lodges and other organisations in the and the (if any) being carefull y noted, and the Other business having been transacted , " Hearty M.A., P.P.G. Lhap. Middx., P.M., Treas.; T. C. Walls, provincial rank good wishes of the visiting brethren tendered , the lodge joining Past Masters duly particularized, after the names " P.P.G.S.B. Middx., P.M., Sec ; Capt. A. Bunn , S.D. ; served in the chair, &c. The senior was closed, when an adjournment was made to the refresh- Major-Gen. Cuming, P.G.S. Wales, &c, acting l.G. ; W. of those who have ment room. lodge is No. 48, Gateshead, of the year 1735. Five lod ges H. Saunders, P.P.G.D. Middx., P.M. ; W. laylor, P.P. have centenary jewel warrants, viz., No. 48, Gateshead ; G.W.,Middx., P.M.; J. T. Briggs, P.G.S. Middx., I.P.M.; No. Sunderland ; No. in, Darlington ; No. 124, LEICESTER.—Commercial Lodge (No. and others. 79, 1391). Ihe minutes of the Durham ; and No. 240, South Shields. One of the Royal —The annual festival and installation meeting of this lodge previous meeting having been read Arch chapters has just completed its centenary ; Concord, was held on Friday, the 29th ult., at Freemasons' Hall. and confirmed, Bro. T. Davidson was passed to the Second Degree by the W.M., Durham, whose history has been written by Bro. Logan, The meeting was a great success, and largely attended by and Bro. Coombs was raised to the the Prov. G. Registrar of Durham , and another chapter the brethren of the lodge and visiting Provincial Grand Third Degree by the I.P.M., both ceremonies being well dates from the year 178S. Would Bro. Hudson kindl y Officers and other members of the Fraternity in this performed. The sum of five guineas was voted to the list inform us of the ori gin and character of the " Knights' and neighbouring provinces. Lodge was duly opened by ot the VV.M. as Steward for the K.M.I, tor Boys. Grand Cross of the Hol y Temple of Jerusalem " held at the W. iVI ., Bro . E. Beazeley, assisted by Bros. S. The lodge was then closed, and the brethren adjourned J. to the banquet. Newcastle ? We see that there is a Grand Superintendent , Knight, S.W. ; K. B. Starkey, J.W. j J. G. Bower, Most Illustrious Grand Master, Commanders, &c. No list J.D. ; J. Widdowson, Sec; and O. Jones, l.G. Amongst Upon the removal of the cloth , the usual toasts were of voters is given for the Charities , but other interesting those present were Bros. VV. Kelley, P.P.G.M. ; S. S. duly honoured. particulars are afforded , as also relative to the " Durham Partridge, D.P.G.M.; Rev. C. Henton Wood, Prov. G. Masonic Educational Fund." The total voting power for Sec, P.M. 1560 ; F. B. Wilmer, W.M. 202S, P.G.S. of STAINDROP. Masonic Charities is votes. From —Rose of Raby Lodge (No, the Central 1738 W.j C. J. Wilkinson , P.M. 1391, P.G.D.C ; J. H. 1650). —The installation meeting of this lodge was held at 1876 the sum of nearl y £3900 has been sent by the Marshall, P.M. 1007, P.A.G.D.C ; J. H. Thompson, the Scarth Memoiial Hall so that the brethrt n have done handsomely, and , on Tuesday, 26th ult. The chair Stewards, P.M. 1265 , P.S.G.D. ; J. G. Murdin , S.W. 523, Prov. G. was occupied by Bro. K. Foster, W.M., deserve all the honours thereby attained , as representing who was supported Stwd. ; F. J. Baines, P.M. 523, P.P.S.G.W.; Miles J. by his officers. The lodge was opened in due form , and one of the best managed provinces in England; thoug h Walker, P.M. 1265, P.P.S.G.W. ; E. Watson, P.M, the minutes of the last much remains yet to be done as regular lodge were read and con- we are bound to state that 1391 and 20S1, P.P.J.G.D. ; R. L. Gibson , P.M. 1007, firmed. Bro. C. D. Hill Drury, M.D respects the voting power of the province . ., P.M. 85, P.P.G.R. P.P.G.P.; J. Bland , P.M. 731, P.P.J.G.D. Derbyshire ; (Norfolk) then took the chair, and Bro John Robinson, the E. Horne, I.P.M. 731; J. Metcalfe, 2028,- W. H. Barrow, W.M. elect, was presented and installed as W.M. for the P.G. Org., S.D. 523 ; W. H. Lead, VV.M. 2081 ; J. ensuing year. The officers were appointed as follows : Cleaver, P.M. 279 ; C E. Stretton, W.M. 279, P.P.S. Bros. John Fawcett, S.VV. ; J. P. Daley, J.W.; M. G.W. ; T. Macaulay, W.M. 1500 ; C. Lowenstein , Bradley, S.D. ; C. H. Sharp, J.D. ; T. Neiison , I.G. J gpSffimO W.M. 1007 ; G. Newsome, W.M. ; Jno. L. West 'I 523 , and hos. Pyburn, Tyler. Ihe Installing Master then W.M. 432; W. Duncan , 279 ; A. Lawrence, J. B. delivered the usual addresses, at the close of which he Waring, Sec ; and W. Bream, of 523 ; H. G. Marriott, received the hearty thanks of the brethren for the able way 202S; W. Skinner, 1405 ; A. Rawson, 202S; W. R. in which he had rendered the impressive ritual. Bro. Dr. Craft jlasonrg, Deeping, 279 ; J. Shinn , P.M. 737 ; R. R. Blackwell, Hill Drury has been the Installing M aster at this lodge for 1560 ; T. Corcoran and W. H. Silverthorne, J.D. 1007; three years in succession. The lod ge was then closed, FAITH LODGE (No. 141).—This old lodge met H.J. Todd, 442 ; J. Chisman, 275 ; T. Coltman, S.W. and the brethren adjourned to the Ljueen 's Head Hotel, at Anderton 's Hotel on Tuesday, the 26th ult., when there 1265 ; F. G. Boden, S.W. 779 ; C. Hemvood, J. to celebrate their annual Festival, "at which they were were present among others Bros. G. Coop, W.M.; Hud- Guntri p, A. C. Foulds, 1007 ; G. Jackson, 1007; J. joined by a large contingent of brethren from the Uarlington Marshall A. Chambers son, S.W. ; Hakim, J.W.; Carter, P.M., Treas. ; W. , , J. E. Vary, C. H. Archer, and Balmoral Castle Lodges. Stuart, P.M., Sec ; Weisler, J.D. ; Langdale and G. Scampton, G. E. Barton , G. J. B. Worth y, T. Cursons, Stewards; E. Hopwood , P.P.G.S.B. Middx., Smith , 1. A. Harrold , A. Richards, J. S. Perkins, Hall , P.M.; C. Dairy, P.M. ; T. C. Walls, P.P.G.S.B. Middx., Minson, and Talbot. LIVERPOOL.—Antient Briton Lodge (No. P.M.; Fromholtz, P.M.; Cobham, P.M.; and others. After the preliminary business was disposed of , Bro. S. i°75)-—With the earnestness which so largely characterises The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and Knight was installed into the chair of K.S. as Master of the natives of the Princi pality, the members of the above confirmed, Bio. R. C. H. Davidson , 1503, was, by request the lodge, and was saluted as such by the brethren in the lodge (largely composed of Welsh brethren), consecrated of his W.M., raised to the Degree of a M.M. The ballot customary manner. The duties of Installing Master were about 10 years ago, have shown the true spirit of Masonry was taken on behalf of Mr. VV. Ryan, and, it proving to performed by the retiring Master of the lodge, Bro. J. E. in connection with their history, standing almost first be unanimous, he was ably initiated by the W.M. into Beazeley, in a most able and efficient manner, he likewise amongst lodges in the province in their contributions to the Craft mysteries. The lodge was then closed, and the gave the numerous charges to the newly-installed Master. various Masonic Charitable Institutions. During the past brethren partook of refreshment. A few toasts were sub- The able performance of these onerous duties by Bro. J. year no less a sum than £112 was given to these benevo - E. Beazeley, sequently given, and the brethren adjourned. The winter fitting ly marked the close of a very successful lent schemes, and the accounts show a balance to the credit session of the lodge, now closed for the summer recess, year of office. The W.M. then proceeded to invest his of the lodge of about £100. officers , of whom the following under the presidency of Bro. G. Coop has been a most are the names : Bros. I. E. At the installation meeting on Wednesday, the 27th ult., prosperous and happy one. Beazeley, I.P.M.; R. B. Starkey, S.W.; W. W. Vincent, at the Masonic Hall, Hope-street, the chair was taken by J.VV.; Rev. W. R. Hurd, Chap.; C. Oliver, P.M. 1007, Bro. James Williams, W .M., who was suooorted bv Bros. treasurer; J. G. Bower, Secretary ; T. S. Ashwell , T. H. W. Walker, P.M.; P.M., S.D. ; II. Howe Dr. J. Kellett Smith, JOPPA LODGE (No. 188) .—A meeting of this , J.D.; J. Harrison , P.M., D.C. ; G. P.P.G.R.; J. Hughes, P.M.; W. li. Coxon, P.M.; T. at the Free- 0. M arshall, Org. ; A. Fergusson lod ge was held on Monday, the 2nd inst., , I.G. j J. W. Beazeley Evans, P.M., P.P.S.G.D .; J. R. Bottomley, P.M., Treas.; masons' Tavern , when the following brethren were present: and A. Chambers, Stewards. S. J. Hughes, Sec ; John Lewis J.W.; The lod , S.W .; b. Sleig ht, Bros. Wall, W.M.; Lyon , S.W. ; Bottibol , J.W.; James ge was closed in due form , and the brethren O. J. Rowlands, Asst. Sec. ; David Williams, J.D. ; 0. Lyon , Treas. ; L. Lazarus, P.M., Sec. ; Gardener , S.D. ; afterwards dined together in the banqueting room, when J. Davies, I.G. ; and others. Among the visitors were P.M., D.C ; Saquai , l.G. ; Dewsnap, I.P.M.; about eighty sat down, Dodson , under the presidency of the VV.M., Bros. E. George, P.M. 1356; John Lees, P.M. 1356; B. Spiegel, Meyer, Marti n , M. Alexander, and numerous Bro. S. Knight. Holgate, W.M. 1356 ; Ihomas Delamere P.M. 1620; «• Morgan P.M. 211; Bro. Kelley, , other brethren. Visitors : Bros. W. , P.P.G.M., the " Father of Masonry " of H. Hughes, J.W. 1356 ; J. Wood , 1004 ; J. M. P age, John Ridler, 219; J. Jones, 866 ; W. Banbery, 217; the province, responded to the toast of " The M.W.G.M. W.M. 292 ; W. H. Cook Queen , and Grand Lod , W.M. ion; Joseph W. Shurmar, P.M. 1471; E. A. Beer, 1471; S. Spaller, ge of England ," and expressed the great W.M. 2042 ; R. Foote, P.P.G.T. ; Dr. F.J. Bailey, P.P- 1900 ; and Alf. Jacob, pleasure he had in being 1677 ; T. Berg, 1613 ; G. Gray, present, and the pleasure he had S.G.D. ; R. Martin , P.P.G.T. ; J. Hawkins, W.M.2 1C; 1479. derived fro m the admirable working in the lodge. He ex- Hartley Wilson , S.W. 6; T. 78G; J- confirmed , Mr. pressed also his 135 Sowden, S.W. Ihe lodge being opened and minutes delight at the success of the lodge in the A. Hignett, S.S. 1393 ; A. Cornett, 786; and others. , , George Chamberlain was initiated into the Order. Bros. past year, and cordially wished a like prosperity under the The chair was, alter the handed were preliminary business, Garrard , Pluckrose, Ansell, Cohen, and Waller, rule of the new Master. over to Bro. D. Kellett Smith , the senior P.M. of the lodge. passed to the Second Degree. Bros. Mitchell , Lyon, " The Health of the W.M., and Success to the Commer- who most effectively installed the W.M., Bro. J- Third cial Lodge incoming Lowrie, Rosenberg, and Bernstein , were raised to the " was proposed by the I.P.M., Bro. J. E. Lewis, S.W., the presentation being made by Bros. ]• "• Degree. Two petitions were then presented to be recom- Beazeley, who, in doing so, eulog ized his successor, and W. Walker, P.M., and James Williams, P.M. The follow- mended to Grand Lodge, for relief , but only one was deemed expressed the pleasure he had experienced during his year ing officeis were afterwards appointed and invested : Bros. handsomely of office , and acknowledged worthy and necessary, another brother was the assistance he had received James Williams, I.P.M. ; F, Sleight, S.VV.; S.J. Hugh"; of its being so large and valuable, and T VV. ; J. R. Bottomley, P.M., Treas. (re-elected) ; O. partly by reason veyed to him, and that we assure him his kindness will be l Rowlands, Sec.; D. J. Davies, S.D.; L. J. Godfrey because the largest and wealthiest exhibitors all gave their remembered and his photograph treasured. f'vans, J.D. j W. Hawkins, l.G. j G. Yates, Org. ; ]. aid so willing ly, and the Masonic historian of England, Bro. Richard Young rose to second the vote of thanks K Cave, Deputy Org. ,- R. M'Gee, S. M. Leigh , J. T. Bro. Hug han, amidst his many labours and without know- proposed by the VV.M., and, commenting upon points in which Jones, and J. S. Peak, Stewards ; and J. H. W. Walker, ing any of us, appended his notes to the Exhibition , the eloquent speech to which the members had so atten- p D.C. Bro. M. Williamson was re-elected Tyler. will for ever stamp it as an authoiity. There was a vast tively listened, and with the sentiments of which they cor- M., but when I call to At the close of the ceremony a hearty vote of thanks amount of labour in connection with it, dially agreed, observed that no doubt the spirit and purpose received from Masons was passed to the Installing Master, and a handsome Past remembrance the appreciation I have of Freemasonry were far-reaching and comprehensive, Master's jewel was presented to the retiri ng VV.M. by his in general, I feel sure all of us will look back upon that hence the generous reci procity which existed among the successor, on behalf of the lodge. The brethren after- great effort with pride and satisfaction. It has given an brethren in all climes and nf a/I nationalities. But on the , ¦ wards dined together under the presidency of the W.M., impetus to this phase of Freemasonry which I believe will present occasion it was only fair to remark that if the gro. Casey's catering giving entire satisfaction. The usual roll on and benefit the Craft in general, for I think there enterprise and zeal displayed by Bro. Greenham had not , patriotic, and Masonic toasts were heartily honoured , is a more liberal [application of its surroundings, and a found scope and success in the late exhibition of Masonic loyal limited the music incidental to these being rendered by Bros. D. growing feeling that its sphere is not to con- treasures, the honours which had distinguished the chair of j Davies, D. Williams, J. T. Jones, O. J. Rowlands, and ferring the three Degrees of Masonry, and that feeling 1SS6 would certainly not have reflected honour upon the ' the growth of Masonic {,. Wynne, all of 1675, and E. Grime, N. F. Burt, T. Shaw, of research which is promoting brethren. The circumstance therefore would seem a most Cantor, of 1609, accompanied by the Organist, Bro . intellectuality will absorb into its power, embrace, and happy one in confirming the opinion that Chine Lodge aIJd J. ' Yates, and Bro. J. K. Cave, Deputy Organist, the very utilise not only its historical and symbolic literature, but Exhibition had made its mark upon the constitutional his- attractive progiamme being hig hly creditable to Bro . J. the products of the literary men of to-day, and the tory of Freemasonry in advancing the interests of the lodge room will in time become the medium of Craft and conferring "1. Jones, the musica l direcfor. hi gh honour upon the Executive Com- spreading Masonic knowledge to a greater extent mittee. The members one and all present desired to than at present, and, I trust, correcting some of the express this recognition of the services of their W.M., BOLTON. —St. George's Lodge (No. 1723).— prejudices one how and then is made aware of. while appreciating the honour of being associated with his The annual festival of this lodge was celebrated at the Very few of you are aware that from among some of rny enterprise. Commercial Hotel, on Wednesday, the 27th ult., when Masonic friends in the Island I met with very severe criti- The VV.M., Bro. Greenham , then rose and said : I have there was a large attendance of members. The W.M. cism and rebuke for allowing the patronage of ladies and another surprise for you, but it is one which will give you elect, Bro. T. B. Tong, was installed by Bro. Alexander gentlemen to the Exhibition catalogue, and I was made great pleasure to see. I have the pleasure to be the medium Cos^rave, W.M., the ceremony being performed in a most aware that not only had I passed beyond the bounds of of presenting the photograph of Bro. J. H. McOueen , impressive manner. Bro. Nathaniel Nicholson, P.M., Sec, prudence, but I had lost their patronage and their guineas. P.M. of the Old Enoch Lodge, No. n, and J.VV. of this invested the officers, and the lod ge is now constituted as I accepted then the entire responsibility, I admitted 1 con- lod ge, and I must say jt is a splendid life-size photograph follows : Bros. T. B. Tong, W.M.; A. Cosgrave, I.P.M. j sulted no one, and I bore the brunt of their criticism ; but of him. I had the privilege of proposing him as a mem- W E. Bardsley, S.W. j B. Derham , J.W.j J. H. Green- this much I will say, the names of the ladies and gentle- ber of this lodge. I felt then to have a Past Master of his haleh, P.M., Trea=i. ; N. Nicholson , P.M., Sec ; T. men as patrons in the catalogue are an honour to it. But, rank and position in a lod ge which has seen its centenary Naylor, S.D. ; J. VV. Hawksworth , J.D. ; J. VV. Taylor, brethren , time has worked a vindication of my conduct , not years ago, joining our lod ge was of itself alone, without Prov. S.G.D., D.C; Whittaker and J. Miles, Organists ; only in that but in admitting the public , which was equally the individualit y of Bro. McQueen , a good thing for Chine T Morris, l.G. ; J. B. Goulburn and T. E. Smith, censured. I read in a Plymouth paper (and in fact you Lodge. A very old lodge has a peculiar charm for me, and Stewards; and T. Higson, Tyler. Bro. G. P. Brockbank, have heard the circular this evening) that Bro. Hughan I think a Past Master of such a lodge more to be envied P.M. 37, 221, and 1723, P.G. Std. Br., delivered the himself—no mean authority, mark you—proposed that any than one who has passed the chair of one recently created. address to the officers and brethren. lady or gentleman contributing a guinea could become a You are all aware how real his interest in this lodge has At the close of the business the banquet was held, suc- patron of precisely a similar exhibition , and to which the been since he joined us, in fact, I may say he has taken an cessfully catered for by Mrs. Priestley, and the after pro- public will be admitted. I confess I read that with satisfac- interest in other lodges, and joined them, but Chine Lodge ceedings were of a most enjoyable character, not the least tion, because as a young Mason it shows my impulses, in this respect is his favourite, and long may it continue to feature being the entertainment provided by the full choir which had no precedent to guide them , were right and well be so, and, I trust, deserve it. We were all very proud of of the lodge, Bros. Miles and Whittaker presiding at the founded , and it also proves that this dissemination of having him as a member, and I was more so to have him pianoforte, and Bro. Briercliffe at the hirmonium. Masonic knowledge will play a greater part in the as a Warden of this lodge. I felt then he conferred a The loyal and patriotic toasts were enthusiastically future in spreading Masonry and enhancing its value great honour on me in accepting that office, and we all rendered, as also those of "The G.M.," "P.G.M., as an Institution. The usefulness of ihe Craft must move look on toa'prouder day when that latentappreciationof yours and other Officers, including Bro. Col. Le Gendre N. with the times, and tnough , years ago, those esoteric will be allowed a spontaneous outburst, and his kindness to Starkie, R.W. Prov. G.M. East Lancashire." portions of Masonry were kept concealed and hidden it us remembered. To have his photograph here will influence The choir rendered several glees, quartettes, &c, in a serves no useful purpose now, and checks the legitimate the lodge for good, and prove to all who see it, be they most efficient manner, and several members contributed to growth of the Craft. The Deputy Provincial Grand Master, members or visitors, that he considers us worthy, and it is the harmony of the evening, the musical programme being Bro. J. E. Le Feuvre, and the Provincial Grand Secretary, an encouragement for younger members to take a greater of a varied and enjoyable character. The lodge is in a Bro. E. Goble, were exhibitors, and are both imbued with a interest in the lodge and Masonry, and we can all look to most prosperous condition, and the year opens with con- love for the literature of the Craft. If you looked at Bro. the future with pleasure when he shall rule over us. If siderable promise. Le Feuvre's collection, starting as it did with Constitutions there is one year of office, if I am spared, that I shall do of Grand Lodge, which, I am pleased to say, he has now a my very best to make brilliant , if there is one installation ' the value of which is very considerable, for that I shall throw my TEDDINGTON .—Sir Charles Bright Lodge complete set of , heart and soul in, to make memor- lodge met at the Clarence I only know of one other complete set—Bro . George able, it will be Bro. McQueen's, for both mine has been (No. 1793).—This prosperous you looked at his collection you would have graced by his generous acts ult., and among those present were Bros. Taylor's; if , that will perpetuate his name, Hall, on the 27th seen it embraced old works on the principles and practices and made [my installation days to Warner, W.M.; Finch, S. VV. ; Porter, J.W.; J. P.ller, be remembered in P.P.G.D.C. Middx., P.M., Sec. ; of the Craft that the province had no knowledge of , and Isle of Wight Masonry. I do not wish to repeat my re- P.M., Treas.; Forge, examining except for this Simmonds, J.D. ; Barnes, l.G. ; T. C. would have no opportunity of marks that I made on Bro. Newman 's photograph , but I do Hill , S.D.; and these valuable collections may perhaps some feel that amid all the ' P.P.G.S.B. Middx., I.P.M.; Ruffle, Org. ; Gilbert, Exhibition , depressing difficulties our heavy debt Walls, day lead to a provincial library, as suggest ed at the exhibi - entails, these presentations to Chine Lodge prove to me we Tyler, and others. Bro. Goble. The photograp hs which I shall emerge through them minutes of the previous meeting having been read tion banquet by , and the kind and generous acts The present to-ni g ht are of the Exhibition , and they mark this of Bro. McQueen has always been confirmed , Bros. T. Middleweek and VV. Smith were , and will always be, and point in the history of the Order—that the Shanklin Exhi- appreciated by me, and by every member of this passed to the Second Degree. The ballot was taken on lod ge, and it proving to be unanimous, he bition , which our Provincial Grand Master, Bro . W. W. and the vote of thanks to him will , I know, be heartil y and behalf of Mr. Hall , M.P., honoured us by opening, was the pioneer unanimously agreed to. initiated into Craft mysteries by the W.M. in a B. Beach, was duly for diffusing in a public form a knowledge of the richest Bro. John Bailey, I.P.M., most able manner. The lodge elected the VV.M., S. and Prov. A.G.D.C. Hants and gems of the Craft, and I am proud to say our example is Isle of Wight, said : I had the pleasure to second Bro. J. Wardens, Treasurer and Secretary, to represent them to be held at the being followed by the Plymouth Masons. The box which McQueen as a member of this lodge, and I second the at the forthcoming meeting of Masons, records of the Exhibition. resolution now presidency of his Royal Hi ghness, I have brought here contains the , and express my grateful thanks, not only Albert Hall, under the 1 believe in treasuring every thing pertaining to this lod ge, for this gift but for all Bro. the M.W.G.M., in commemoration of her Majesty's McQueen has done for us; out- for it is years ago I gave a very humble wooden box to walls are adorned with many gitts, but none will be more Jubilee. archives of the lodge in. In years to come valued than this one. ies for non-attendance having been read, the preserve the Apolog the records of this institution , when we shall be no longer Bro. F. Cooper, P.M., desired in a lodge was closed , and the brethren and their visitors ad- few words to express Among the visitors were Bros. carrying on this lodge, will be more highly valued than how grateful he felt for the interest Bro. McOueen was journed to the banquet. full y convinced of , that the taking in Chine Lodge of the Kilburn Lodge, and Crew of the Richmond they are to-day ; but this I am , as evidenced by his generosity, • Cuff, P.M., Shanklin Exhibition the Craft universally felt proud of , and identif ying himself with it as he was Lodge. The usual toasts followed, and a most agreeable doing now. thanks both to instrumental and vocal the American press hailing it with pleasure. Therefore, in Bro. J. Conner, P.M., P.P.G. Sec. Lanarkshire, and evening was spent, iving this archive box to preserve its records, I am saving J.W. of 186 Porter Crew, Hall, Hill, and g 9, begged the W.M. to allow him to say that abilities of Bros. Ruffle, , for the future that which will be valuable. Bro. McQueen had done also others. as much for their lodge. He Bro. F. Rayner, S.W., proposed that the best thanks of had endowed the chair of their lodge in the Benevolent the lodge be given to the W.M., and recorded on the Institution, and they also had a small debt connected with fine SHANKLIN (I. of W).—Chine Lodge (No, minutes, for his kindness in presenting the two very the formation of the lodge, and Bro. Queen had helped of the above lodge held on Thursday, photographs of the Masonic Exhibition as well as the them to reduce that, and he was quite sure the Sandown 18S4) .—At a meeting wherein would be preserved all the documents brethren felt deep l 28th ult., at the New Institution, the following were present: archive box, y indebted to him. W.M.; Bailey, I.P.M., P.G.A. relating to that memorable event. Those who assisted the Bro. J. H. McQueen briefly returned thanks. He said Bros. A. Greenham, J. to such a successful issue the Exhibition , since he became a Mason D.C ; F. Cooper , P.P.G.S., P.M., Treas.; F. Rayner, W.M. in carrying he had endeavoured to the best McOueen P.M., ].W.; Lewis Colenutt, would not be likely to forget the immense amount of time of his ability to help on Masonry, and the Institutions that S.W. ; J. H. , and the zeal and energy he displayed were maintained b Sec ; H. A. Matthews, J.D. ; W. J. Mew, Tyler, he devoted to it, y Masons. He was very glad that what from the beginning to the end, and even, if they were he had done—and he tried to do what lay Cantelow, G. H. Matthews, and R. Young. Visitors : in his power- 186 Isod ; and W. Cluett. at all likely to forget it, the two splendid specimens was appreciated. He agreed with the W.M. that the debt Bros. Conner, P.M., J.VV. 9; will further adorn the walls of was a heavy burden on the having been opened and the minutes read , of photographic art which lodge, and should he ever be in The lodge the lodge would always remind them of the great interest the chair of Chine Lodge the Worshi pfu l Master rose and presented two large photo- he should try to reduce it, and Masonic Exhibition , framed andsaid: the W.M. had in the lodge, by making such handsome he approved of the efforts of the Worshipful Master to graphsof theShanklin , do so. In presenting these photographs I do so not only with presentations which would be looked on and read with pleasure in future years by those who followed them and The lodge was then closed pleasure, but with a certain amount of pride. I shall , and the brethren adjourned always feel proud of the Exhibition , and I believe every b;came members of Chine Lodge. to the banqueting room to the usual lodge dinner. After It was not only a day The Worshipful Master then rose and said : I have the the loyal toasts had been duly honoured , member of this lodge will also. of Bro. D. P. which we shall always remember, but it is as it were a pleasu re of presenting the photo, framed, Bro. McQueen proposed "The Health of the W.M.," landmark in the career of this lodge which will have an Cama, in Masonic clothing, as Grand Treasurer. It is which, he was sure, would be well received. important bearing upon its future. This is the first time a very great compliment to Chine Lodge, and I have also Bro. Greenham , W.M., in replying, thanked the bre- since the Exhibition I have made any illusion to it of a been honoured with one myself. Bro. Cama was interested thren for the kind reception g iven to his toast. They all in the Exhibition and was a patron, and now he has shown knew he tried to do his best tor general character , but I have often thought of the noble the lodge, particulaily for from Shanklin but from the his appreciation of our efforts, and is a patron of the Chine the lod ge debt. However, ihat night he had to make a a'd we received , not only humiliating confession that P rovince and fro m Masons beyo.id it which made it the Lodge Jubilee Fund, as the following letter will show :— he had deprived the lodge of success present at some future time a " Dear Sir and Brother, £5 per year benefit , or the interest on £ico debt. He felt it was. I intend to sure their regret would be volume bound , which I have received from Masons " I enclose a cheque for one guinea, which please great, but his was greater. In of letters, lace on the list of Chine Lodge Jubilee Fund, wishing closing down that ni '» all parts of England and out of it, thanking me and p g ht in rising for tee second and third 'hanking lendid efforts made, not only in your noble appeal will be supported by our Craft .—1 time he did not enquire if any of them had aught to pro- you for the sp fraternally, pose for the benefits of hringine that unrivalled collection together to be seen, but remain , yours Masonry, &c, or if Bro. McQueen "li. P. CAMA, Grand Treasurer." intended to offer the mortgage |o have them so fully described, together with the notes of (Signed) at a lower rate of interest, "fo. Hughan catalogue which Masonic students I have also received a similar letter from Bro. F. Hastings saving them £100 a year. He had worked hard to get , forming* a £100, and to think he should lose will ever be proud of. I look upon the results of that Ex- Goldney, P.G.D., P.P.S.G.W. Wilts, enclosinga guinea and that throug h his ignor- hibition far effect on this lodge. I look giving his patronage to our Jubilee Fund. Bro. Cama has ance—(Bro. McQueen : Neg ligence)—well, perhaps, neg li- and beyond its gence uPon its effects on Freemasonry in general ; and depend been elected to the highest office Grand Lodge could confer, , or a little of both—would be a regret, and the fust , Pon it the tendency of the times is to gather up the and those who know how much he has done for Masonry, one he had had to associate with the Chine Lodge. Bro. "storical threads Order, to preserve its ancient and how liberal he was to the Institutions, would think the McOueen intended to punish his forgetfulness, lor at their of the next" lodge he thoug ht he would be away, traditions and documents, to infuse into its members more honour well deserved . His Masonic record is a bright and some of them ei»thusiasm for the literature of the Craft, and to study one, and the lodge called after him will perpetuate his would perhaps remind him of it in the future. To him. it some of those priceless and unique gems which were name. I am proud to think he considers the Chine Lodge was a matter of profound regret, and he could only say Piinted in days of speculative Masonry and ex- worthy of his photograph, and of hanging side by side with that he was sincerely sorry that he had been the means of the early robbing that lodge of a great cited in our Exhibition. It is because it was felt to our worthy Past Masters. I feel sure it will ever be appre- advantage. In concluding naVe an important influence on the Craft in general, ciated and valued. I propose that our best thanks be con- he gave them " The Health of the Wardens and Officers of Chine Lodge," which , he was sure from the way in very gratifying to find, wherever they went, that the P.G. " The Officers ' having been duly given and responded which they had supported him, would be cordially received. Officers were always warmly proposed from the chair, and to by the brethren concerned , the Ty ler's toast brought a Bro. F. Rayner, S.VV., said : I am very sorry to hea r the most cordially received by the brethren. Those who had successful and pleasant meeting to a close. W.M. say he has missed such a golden opportunity of been fortunate enough to gain the purple had done good An excellent programme of music, under the direction of reducing the debt, but if I can venture to make an excuse suit and service in the Craft, and in their official connection Bro. W. T. Graves, I.P.M., added considerably to the it is this, that at the Lodge of Instruction our W.M. with the province faithfull y and zealously carried out the enjoyment of the brethren. Amongst those who assisted is thinkinsr of our wives. I mean he is anxious to let us go duties entrusted to them. He thanked the brethren on were the Misses Large and Graves, Bros. A. Hubbard, home as early as we can to them , and it is generally nea r their behalf for the warm reception accorded the toast. Henry Parkin, Hy. Haywood, H. Dutton, and G. Young. 10 o'clock, for our convenience he rises sharply, and does He felt he must add another word, and thank them on his not make the enquiry after the first time. I trust Bro. own behalf for the kind reception they had g iven him. McQueen will take that into consideration , and feel that to If the Prov. Grand Master were present he would say that CLEATOR MOOR. — Stirling Lodge (No. this habit must be attributed his omission this evening. as there are a large number of lodges in the province, the 1989).—The annual installation of this lodge was held at Bro. McQueen, in responding, was assured at the ex- difficult y in the selection of Prov. Grand Officers increases the Masonic Hall, on Wednesday, the 27th ult. Bro. H. cuse given by the Senior Warden, that the W.M. was year by year. They did not admit the word jealousy in Ward, W.M., opened the lodge, when the minutes were thinking of their wives, and so omitted a part of the ritual, Masonry, and the Prov. G. Master was always most anxious confirmed , and Bro. Chas. Gowan, P.M., P.G. Swd. Br., however, he would make the offer he intended to in lod ge, to act impartially in the distribution of honours. To those assumed the chair, and Bro. J. Bewley, VV.M. elect, was by taking over the mortgages at the lower rate of interest brethren who would like the purple, but who had not yet presented and installed in a most efficient manner, and in- mentioned. been selected, he would say, in the words of the Lord High vested his officers as follows : Bros. H. Rothery, S.VV.; The W.M. subsequently rose and thanked Bro. McQueen Executioner of the " Mikado "—"We have got you on the R. Walker, J.W. ; Ed. Clarke, P.M., P.P.J.G.D., for his kindness. ¦ — list, and none shall be miss'd." He had the privilege of Treas. ; Chas. Gowan, P.M., Sec. ; J. McHarry, S.D.; YORK. —Agricola Lodge (No. 1901).—The assuming the gavel to prooose what he considered the J. Dickinson, J.D.; Wm. Heathcotej D.C ; Ed. Irwin, installation of Bro. J. Martin, M.D., S.W., as W.M. of toast of the evening— " The Health of the W.M." l.G.; J. Friars, J. Nixon , and R. Rothery, Stwds.; and this lod ge for the ensuing year, took place in the A gricola Their present occupant of the chair had to follow Bro. Geo. Watson, Tyler. The following brethren signed : Bros. Masonic Rooms, on Monday afternoon , the 25th ult., when Graves, who had done an immense deal of good for that Thos. H. Nesbitt, P.M. 1004 and 2050, and first Prov. there was a good attendance of brethren and several lodge. It was very well for a brother to accept the office Grand Sec ; Dr. Speirs, 1989 ; J. Johnston, A. W. visitors. The ceremony was performed by Bro. B. Polking- of W.M., and preside over the banquet in an agreeable Turner, R. Hindmarch , Alex. Hardie, A. R. Benson, J. D. horne, P.M., who officiated as Installing Officer. The manner, but it was another thing for a brother to do the Welsh, Geo. Dalrymple, P.M., P.P.J.G.W. ; VV. P. following brethren were subsequentl y invested as officers : work as thoroughly as their I.P.M. had done. In the Moordaff , 371 ; J. Hutchinson , 371 ; Thos. Brakenridge, Bros. B. Polkinghorne, P.M., I.P.M.; A. M. White, initiation ceremony it was necessary to have good working, W.M. S72; Thos. Atkinson, P.M., P.P.G.D.C. ; VV. D. P. S.W.; J. H. Taylor, J.W. ; F. Woolnoug h, Secretary ; for if the work was not well done, the candidate would Field, S.VV.; J. S. Moffat, J.W.; J. M. Clarke, S.D.; W. P. Bellerby, Treasurer; J. E. Wilkinson , S.D.; VV, have a hazy notion of Freemasonry, and not be impressed. J. Lewthwaite, W.M. 962, P.G. Stwd.-; R. Smith, 1267; H. Wigham, J.D.; G. Manton, I.G. j T. Harding, J. But if the ritual is properly rendered he knows there is Henry Hartley, John Nicholson, L. Ward, P.M. 1400 , Eccles, and ]. Sutcliffe, Stwds. ; Rev. W. C. Lukis, something more in Masonry than what iscalled the "fourth" P.A.G. Purst.; G. H. S. Smith, l.G. 1400; J. Morten , Chap.; J. Thomson , D.C. ; and E. Osborne, Tyler. The Degree, and makes a study of it. The W.M. that evening S.D.; B. Craig, I.P.M. 1660; J. Dickson, J.VV.; and ballot was then taken for Sergt.-Major J. Genese (Medical was surrounded by those who appreciated and esteemed others . Staff Corps), and proving unanimously in his favour, he him, and who were present to evince the regard they had With the usual good wishes from the visitors, the lodge was initiated by the newly-installed W.M., who afterwards for him. It augured well for his term of office when they was closed in form, and the newly-installed Master invited passed Bro. Latham (Commissiaviat and Transport Corps), saw brethren come forward to support him at the com- all to accompany him to the Queen's Hotel, were an ex- to the Second Degree. mencement of his year, and he was convinced that twelve cellent banquet was served. 1 he loyal and Masonic toasts On the lodge being closed, a long toast list was after- months hence, when he hoped to be present, they would be were duly honoured , and an evening spent a credit to the wards gone through , including the usual loyal and Masonic able to congratulate him upon a very successful year in the infant lodge of the province. toasts and "Th e Health of the W.M." chair. Several of the brethren contiibuted songs and Bro. R. Townsend, W.M., after heartily thanking the recitations. brethre n for their kind reception of the toast, said he fully CROYDON. —George Price Lodge (No. 2096). appreciated the kind remarks made by the Dep. P.G.M. WATFORD. —Earl of Clarendon Lodge (No. —A regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Greyhound As they would admit he was but a juvenile in his present Hotel, on Wednesday, the 27th ult., when there were 1984).—The installation meeting of this flourishing lodge position, they would no doubt take the will for the deed, present Bros. H. M. Hobbs was held at the Freemasons' Hall , on Thursday, the 28th , P.S.G. D. Surrey, W.M. j and excuse ' him from making any lengthy speech . He F. T. Ridpath, S.W. ; E. Samuel, J.VV.; J. S. Fraser, ult. There was a numerous attendance, including Bros. assured them that he was full y aware of the difficulties in Sec ; M. L. Levey, W. T. Graves, P.P.G. Stwd., W.M.; R. Townsend, S.D. ; W. G. Goode, J.D. ; F. following such an excellent brother as the I.P.M., but he Cambridge, P.P.G. Org. Surrey, I.G. j W. C Oates, S.W.; T. C. Grant, Treas. ; S. Goodchild , Sec; W. would do his best to successfully carry out the duties. D.C ; W. Lane T. Boydley, S.D. ,- W. Large, P.M., D.C; C. Sturman, , Tyler ; G. Price, P.G. Treas. Surrey ; "The I.P.M." was then given by the W.M., who said Rev. G. P. Merrick, P. P.G. Chap. Surrey I.G.; H.J. Gillard, P.P.G.D. Herts ; A. G. Brett , P.M.; ; D. Guedalla, he regarded the duty of proposing the toast as a very E. C. Leaver, R. W. Wilson , J. C. Leaver, E. C. Holds- Dawson, D.P.G.M. Herts ; and many others . Visitors : pleasing one. He should try to emulate the excellent worth , L. Percival, C Holden Bros. F. Delavanti, P.M. 1319; H. Casson, P.M. 1635, , and H. H. Aston. Visitors : J. example set by Bro. Graves whilst in the chair, and if he Bros. W. H. Ranson, W.M. ; Kilvington P.P.G.O. Derby ; E. St. Clair, 14; J. Brock, P.M. 299; 1790 J. , S.D. failed it would not be for lack of energy or zeal. During 1790 j and W. Fox Hawes, S.D. 463. S. Martin, I.P.M. 404 ; J. Whaley, VV.M. 172 ; H. the fast year they had had a VV.M. of whom they always The lod Clarke l.G. W. Green , H. Turner, P.M. ge having been opened, the minutes of the last , 1837 ; 1604; J. would be proud , for he had carried out the duties in a very regular meeting, and - of the emergency 1608 ; E. Bacon, 1607; A. Boehr, P.M. 1515 ; D. O. meetings were creditable manner. His year had been characterised by read and confirmed , with the exception of the resolution Brian, 8S9 ; H. Cattermole, S.W. 1S39 J C. P. Ayres, painstaking work, and his anxiety and willingness to do altering the ; H. Jones, Org. ; W.-Wilson, 15S0; G. F. day of meeting. The ballot was taken for 404 J. 1C95 anything for the welfare of the lodge. He (the VV.M.) Mr. Lionel Percival, and being unanimous in Marshall, P.M. 6Q ; J. R. Mills, 2045 ; A. Stradling, his favour he would take that opportunit y of presenting him with the was duly initiated into Freemasonry. The Secretary J.D. 404 ; C E. Bulling, 1287; A. B. Archer, 1163; J. jewel , which the lodge had unanimously voted as a very having read the by-laws, Bro. F. T. Ridpath, S.W., was L. Cooke, J .VV. 212S ; R. Fendick, P.M. 142C ; J. L. small recognition of the admirable;services he had rendered. unanimousl Jones, P.M. 16 , P.P.G.D. Middx. ; W. W. Morgan, y elected Master for the ensuing year, Bro. 70 He also had much pleasu re in presenting him with a beauti- C. Leaver, Treasurer P.M. 211 j J. T. Crawford, 766 ; R. C. Wilson , 766 ; A. J. , and Bro. W. Lane, Tyler. The ful engraving representing the installation of H.R.H. the W.M. gave notice of motion as follows : "That the Hubbard, S13; H. J. Dutton, 1706; W. H. Morris, J.W. Prince of Wales as M.W.G.M., in He hoped Bro. ; E. Bamford, P.M. H. Parkin, and 1875. meetings of the lodge take place on the second Saturday 404 1549; 1319; Graves would live for many years to wear the Past Master's instead of the fourth W. W. Lee, 1S97. Wednesday of the month , and that jewel, and he asked him to accept the engraving as a token the installation meeting be changed from May to June." Lodge having been formally opened, the minutes of the of the esteem and affection with which he was regarded b preceding regular and emergency meetings were read and y The Master elect having expressed his wish to be present confirmed. Bro. B. O. Hewitt was raised to the Sublime every member of the Earl of Clarendon Lodge. at the meeting at the Albert Hall, in June, it was resolved Bro. W. T. Graves, P.P.G. Stwd. Herts., I.P.M., in " That the four remaining tickets should be balloted for." Degree of a M.M. in a very impressive manner by the reply said he could not adequately express his thanks for W.M. Ballot was successfully taken in favour of Bro. G. An Audit Committee having been appointed, the lodge these marks of their favour. He thanked the W. Master was closed, and the brethren adjourned to banquet. H. Thomas, 2045, as a joining member, and Mr. George very sincerely for his kind remarks, and the brethren gen- Watkins as a candidate for initiation. The installation erally for the magnificen t jewel, which he should look upon v ceremony was then proceeded with , and Bro. R. Townsend, with pride. He hoped that his son would be spared long been presented as W.M. elect was dul INSTRUCTION. S.W., having , y in- enough to be initiated into Freemasonry, when he would stalled into the chair according to ancient custom. The be able to understand and appreciate the honour they following officers were appointed and invested : Bros. W. had ZEiLAND LODGE (No. Sir).—A meeting was hefd at the conferred upon him. He had no idea that a secret could York and Albany, Regent 's Park, on Monday, the and inst,, when T. Boydley, J.W.; T. C. Grant , P.M., Treas.; S. Good- be kep the following brethren child, Sec. ; G. Sturman S.D. ; H. Honeycombe, ; t in so small a place as Watford, but he assured were present .—Bros. H. Marsden , 73, , J.D. them that they W.M.; H. Halliday, 3160, S.VV. ; W. F. Hall W. Large P.M., D.C ; F. Fisher, I.G.j W. T. Whit- had quite taken him by surprise in present- , 192 , J.W.j J. , ing him with the valuable picture. He thought that he had Passingham, 193, S.D.; J. B. Smith, 813, J.D.; F. M. Noakes, tington, Steward ; and C. Thomas, Tyler. Bro. J. Rogers, 2148, 1.^. ; E. C. Mulvey, 179 and 788, Preceptor ; C. ShepparU , unavoidabl , scarcely deserved that honour, for he had but done his duty P.M. 1366 , Sec. ; C. A. itter, 18 and being y absent his investiture as S.W. was as every brother ought to do, and he was more than grati- 97 2191, Asst. Sec; J. Kew, postponed. The usual addresses were then effectively P.M.179 ; E. R.Smith, 1044; C. Smales, 1604 ; A. Giddings, 1104; rendered by the Installing Master, Bro. Graves, I.P.M., find if the brethren were satisfied with his efforts. He was S. I . Halls, 1310 ; J. R. Gamble, 706 ; W. H. Lawrence. 1987 ; sure the work of.their present W.M. would far eclipse any- H. Bangs, 1693; and Dr. J. Powdreil , 1744. who performed the ceremony throughout in a most success- thing he had done The fod ge was opened in regular form, and the minutes of pre- ful manner. , and he could only sincerely hope the G.A.O.T.U. would give him health and strength to carry vious meeting were read and confirmed. Lodge opened in Second The I.P.M. then asked the lodge to accept from him a Degree. Bro . Hill, offering himself as a candidate for raising, out the duties of his hi gh office with credit to himself, and answered the usual questions leading to that was duly handsome album, as a memento of his year in the chair. satisfaction to the brethren. Degree, On the motion of Bro. Gillard , P.M., a hearty vote of entrusted and retired . Lodge opened in the Third Degree. The thanks was passed to the I.P.M. for his kind and generous Bio. J. H. Casson , P.P.G.O. Derby, in response for W.M. rehearsed the ceremonv of raising. Lodge closed in the " The Visitors," said he was not aware when he received Thtrd Degree. Bro. Preceptor worked the First Section of the gift , and the motion placed upon the minutes. The circular an invitation from his esteemed friend Bro. Graves, I.P.M., Lecture. Lodge closed in the Second Degree. On rising for the from the Pro G.M. was then considered, and , after a second time, Bro. Preceptor proposed, and Bro. J.W. seconded, slight discussion the five tickets for the Albert Hall meeting that he should receive a further honour by being called that the S.W. be elected as , upon to respond. 'There were many W.M. lor ensuing week—carried were distributed amongst the W.M., two Wardens, and visitors present of unanimously. The officers were appointed in rotation. Nothing greater worth in the Craft than himself , but there were further oll'ermg for the good of Freemasonry, the lodge was closed two P.M.'s respectively. Bro. Gillard, P.M., proposed a none present who more full and adjourned . vote of thanks to Bro. Graves, I.P.M., for the very able y appreciated the delightful afternoon they had spent in the lodge, and the profuse hos- and efficient manner in which he had rendered the installa- HIGHGATE LODGE (No. tion ceremony, and said the brethren would agree with him pitality they had received at the banquet table. It had been 1366).-A meeting was held at the a great treat to him to see the admirable working of the Bull and Gate, Kentish Town , on Thursday, tlie 28th ult., wherr that it had been all that could be desired. The motion , the following brethren were present :—Bros. Giddings, W.M.; I.P.M. He had attended many lodges in Eng land and Qnartly, S.W. j Chaff having been seconded by the Secretary, was carried with other places, , J.W.j Hill. d.D.j Garratt, !.!).; Nash, acclamation. Bro. Graves, I.P.M,, briefl y returned thanks but he had never seen a lodge worked with l.G.; Frost, P.M., Preceptor ; and Scattergood , Sec. greater unanimity and smoothness. The I.P.M. had been The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last for this further mark of their favour. a great friend of his, meeting were read and There being no further business for transaction , the and he esteemed him according ly, conrirmed. Bro. Scattergood , having and thanked him personally for the great pleasure he had offered himself as a candidate for passing, was duly entrusted. lodge was closed in ancient form. The brethren then ad- The lodge was opened in the Second Degree, and the ceremony ui journed to the Corn Exchange given him in affording him the opportunity of spending such , which had been hung with a pleasurable and profitable evening. passing was most ably rehearsed . The lodge was resumed to the tapestry and curtains, and beautifull y decorated, under the First Degree, and the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed in a direction of Bro. Whittington , who is to be congratulated Bro. Jones, P.M. 1C70, P.P.G.D. Middx., also replied. most etlective manner , Bro. Qnartl y candidate . Bro. Nash, 1668, was unanimously elected a joining member. Notice was given on the result of his labours. A very pretty and pleasing Bro. XV. XV. Morgan, P.M. 211, replied for "The that the Fifteen iven by Clarke's fairy li Charities " which was g Sections would be worked on the . j. smitn, m. Spiegel, Higginson. with them such high recommendations that it would be and others. the lodge was opened in dne form, and the minutes were read The work comprised tlie opening in the three respective Degrees, useless for him to try to enlarge upon their many merits. Degree and the closing anil confirmed . The lodge was opened in the Second Degree. The the ist Section and ceremony in M.M. , Bro. Benton candidate The There was no doubt that this was the most important toast very satisfactory evening's instruction was afforded crremony of passing was rehearsed , . ceremonies. A lod ge was resumed to the First Degree. The ceremony of initiation of the evening. to all present. was rehearsed , Bro. Cotton candidate. The ist and 4th Sections Both companions replied in short, pithy speeches, in were worked by Bro. D-ivies, assisted by the brethren. A vote of which they said how deep l impressed they had been with On Thursday, the 28th ult ,, Bro . James Stevens, _ Preceptor, y lacing Bro thanks was passed to the W.M. for his occupying the chair for the the ceremony, and expressed their determination to pursue rehearsed the ceremony of installation of W.M., p . A. . Child was elected VV.M. for next meeting. Tlie in the chair of K.S., who invested, with appropriate addresses, first time. Bro their Masonic enquiries with increased zeal. losling lodge was then closed. ____—-. 'Kros. |. K. Pitt, S.W.; F. Rush, J.W. ; J. Fogden , S.D. j J. L. The M.E.Z. said that the companions ot the Star Chapter l.G.; W. H. Paddle Treas. j' and CHISWICK LODGE (No. 2012).—A meeting was held at Barrett , J.D. ; J. Gaskin, , P. M., King-street Hammersmith , on Saturday , always felt hig hly honoured when they had a goodly Ball Sec The other brethren present included Bros. M. the Windsor Castle Hotel, , XV.J . , . the 30th inst. Present : Bros. E. Ayling, P.M., W.M.j G. assembly of visitors. On this occasion they were parficu- Spiegel, who acted as P.M. and D.C. throughout the installation and others Gardner, P.M., S.W. ; J.Wood , J.W. ; A. Williams, Sec. ; J. larly happy in being- joined at the festive board by so many ceremony, H. Whitehouse, F. J. Smith, F. Bailey, . D kins I Audit report was produced and read at this meeting, and a Davies, S.D.j W. G. Coat, J. .; C. Hop , .G. j J. Sims, companions who were such hard workers in Masonry. The iegle, P. M . j D. S Long, E. Aslett, F. Craggs, W. VV. favourable balance was shown in the treasury. It is intended to P.M.; Sp . Comp. Tay lor P.Z., had been particularl kind in deliver- Williams, D. Stroud , and P. J. Davies. Bro. Cotton was a visitor. , y ncrease the attractive character of this lod ge of instruction by the and the minutes of the last ing the address of j. in such an impressive manner, and of additional Masonic regalia , and also to constitute a The lodge was opened in due form , purchase meeting were read and confirmed . The lodge was opened in the that without the least notice. On behalf of those present second Charitable Association in aid of the Masonic Charities on Second and Third Degrees, and resumed to the Second Degree. he welcomed the whole of the visitors. No doubt, as the the lines of that lately closed , and which was so eminently suc- offering hrmself as a candrdate for raisrng, was , Bro. Cotton , chapter increased in numbers, the number of their visitors cessful examined and entrusted . The lodge was resumed to the Third Tlie agenda of work for the remainder of the present session is would also increase. 12th—Ceremony in Second Degree Degree, and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed by the W.M. arranged as follows : May , and in such a manner as to gain the hi gh commendation of the brethren , Comp. Taylor, P.Z. 22 and 217, in reply, said that h; had 2nd and 3rd Sections of Lecture ; 19th—Ceremony in Third Degree, visited many chapters but he could honestly say that he Section of Lecture ; 26th—Fifteen Sections. Bro. Cotton candidate . The 3rd Section of the Lecture was worked , and 3rd June 2nd— by the brethren , under the direction of the W.M. The lodge was Ceremony in First Degree, and 6th and Jth Sections of Lecture ; had never seen better working than that of the Star Chap- closed in the Third and Second Degrees. The 2nd Section of the ter. The work of M.E.Z., H., and P.S. had been per- otli—Ceremony in Second Degree, and 4th and jth Sections of under tlie direction of Bro. in Third Degree Lecture was worked by the brethren , J. formed in a manner that reflected the very hi hest credit Lecture ; 16th—Ceremony , and address by Pre- Cotton waselecteda member, and the lodge was closed. g ceptor; 2)rd— Resumeol the foregoing work in all Degrees; 301b— Davies. Bro. upon all concerned. The working was very similar to that Preceptor 's ni ght: entry drill , social board , and close of season. —A meeting of this lod of his own chapter, and he had been able to follow it, and Members of other lodges will be heartily welcomed at these meetings LOUGHBOROUGH LODGE. ge was held . at the Gauden Hotel , Clapham-road Station (L.C. & D.R.) , on could sincerely say that he believed every word had been —This lod Mnndav , the 2nd inst . Present : Bros. Steele, W.M .; Wright, correctly placed. He was exceedingly pleased with every CHAUCER LODGE (No. 1540) . ge held its usual ' D.; Boulton D.; Gibbs I.G.j meet.ng at the Old White Hart Hotel , Borough S.W.; Glover, J.W.; Beavan , S. , J. . thing he had seen, and was glad to meet such congenial weekly , on Johnson Preceptor ; Westley, Treas.; Andrews, Sec. j Coe, Tuesday, the 3rd inst., when there were present Bros. A. Austin , J. companions. He thanked those present very much. , Partridge, Coates, Ruffle , Heathcote, Wood, Cole, Burnett, Rowe, W.M.j Ladd, S.W.; J. Block , J. W.j Walter Wingham, Pre- Comp. Douglas, 1269, said he had received much Hon Stubhs, and Lissimore. ceptor ; F. H. Williams, . Sec ; Steng, S.D.j Pnllen , ge was opened in due form and the minutes of the last pleasure from his visit. Comp. Hilton , M.E.Z., was a Hurl I.G.j C. R. Williams, E. Fnilkk A. Arrowsmith The lod , J.D.; , , , meeting were read ai-.d confirmed. The 1st, 2nd , and 3rd Sections member of his old lodge, and he also met there many who \V. Roots, J. Hattersley, Harry Kedgley, P.M.; and George of the Lecture were worked by Bros. Andrews, Ruffle, and were old friends. He also wished to reiterate all that had Emblyn. Lissimore respectivel assisted by the brethren. The ceremony of The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last , y, been said by Comp. Taylor about the perfect working of conrirmed initiation was rehearsed bv the W.M., with Bro. Wood as candi- meeting were read and . The ceremony of initiation date. The W.M. roseforthe lirst time, and the dues were collected. the Star Chapter. He had been deep ly impressed. was rehearsed, Bro. Fullick candidate. The lodge was called off. in Bro. Burnet: proposed , and Br.). Westley seconded , Bro. Cole, 1744, Comp. Eckersall, S9, felt very hig hly honoured in being- Ballot was taken for live allotments of £$ Js. e^ch conneciion as a joining member. Carried unanimously. Bro. Cole thanked their guest on that evening. He had often said that there with the Chaucer Charitable Association. The lodge was called and hoped to be present as often as possible. The on. The 2nd Seclion was worked by Bro. W. Roots. The W.M. the brethren , was no place where a happy evening could be better spent VV.M .rose for the second time, and Bro. Wright, S.W., was elected than in a Masonic lodge. He felt he should now qualify rose for the first time, and the dues were collected. The W. M. Wri ht returned thanks when it was proposed by Bro VV.M. for the ensuing week. Bro . g , and that statement by the addition of " unless it be a Koyal rose for the second time, . Wingham , appointed the officers in rotation. Tlie W.M. rose for the third time, Preceptor , and seconded by the J.W., that the S.W. be W.M. for and the Secretary announced the working of the Firteen Sections Arch Chapter." Certainly the ceremony of exaltation had the ensuing week—carried unanimously. The S.VV. returned thanks, at the Southern Star Lodge of Instruction on Thursday, the 5th been most impressive, and all the compliments that had and appointed the officers in rotation . The W.M rose for the third . inst., at the Sir Sydney Smith, Chester-street , Kennington ; when been paid the M.E.Z, and his officers were fully deserved. time, and the lodge was closed . the respected Treasurer of the lodge, Bro. Westley, would be J.W. He was particularly pleased with his friend Comp. Stone, All Masonic business being ended , the lodge was closed WANDERERS LODGE (No. 1604). —A meeting was held on . and was certain that no one could do the P.S. work better. at the Restaurant 1 Wednesday, the 4th inst., , , Victoria Mansions, — E AST S URREV LODUE OV CONCORD (No. —A Comp. Vail, 169, said he would endorse all that the W. Present : Bros. Coleman CROYDON. 463). Victoria-street, S. , W.M . ; Lane, meeting was held at the King's Arms Hotel, on Tuesday, the 3rd previous speakers had said. It gave him great pleasure S.VV.j Ogg, J.W. ; Brindley, P.M., acting Preceptorj Musson , ' inst., when there were present Bros. Ridpath, W.M.j Fenn, S.W.; to witness the flourishing condition of the chapter. He Sec ; Green , jun., S.D. ; Wynn , j.D.; Spon , l.G.; Weeks, Budd W.j Chamberlain S.D.j Cambridge, J.D.j Salter Tyler ; Coug P.M.; Smales Mimms Whitehead , J. , , wished it increased prosperity. hlan , , , , Hasel- I.G. j Hobbs, Preceptor ; and Homes, Sec. 1 here was a good dine, Thorburn , Falcolner , Corby, Goode, Hershorn , Holden , Comp. Vicary, 1269, said he was [there for the first time, attendance, and amongst the visitors Bro. Hopekirk , A.G.P. but he hoped it would not be the last by a very great Sutton , Grafton , and Evans. Lodge was opened in dne form. Bro. Dr. Matthey being candi- The lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the last , date, the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , and the VV.M. gave number. He would always feel it a pleasure to be in a meeting were read and confirmed . The Auditors' report was given the charge. Bro. Hopekirk was unanimously elected a member of chapter where such good work was being done. by Bro. Mimms and adopted. The ceremony of initiation was and observed what great advantages were to be obtained rehearsed the lodge, The M.E.Z. said that the toast of " The P.Z.'s " was a , Bro. Corby being the candidate. Bro. Goode answered from attending lodges of instruction . This being the last night of the questions leading to the Second Degree, and was entrusted. very important one indeed. The Star Chapter could boast the session, a cordial vote of thanks was accorded to Bro. Hobbs, of some very highl honoured Past Princi pals. Comp. The lodge was opened in the Second Degree, and Bro. Goode duly D. Surrey, the Preceptor and to the Secretary for their ser- y passed to the Degree of a F.C. The lod P.S.G. , ge was resumed to the vices during the session , and after the W.M . had risen and nothing Williams, P.Z., Treasurer, was absent in the South of First Degree. The W.M. vacated the chair in favour of Bro. further offering for the good of Masonry, the lodge was closed in France. He had passed through the trying ordeal of the Whitchad who rehearsed the ceremony of investiture of officers. , due form , and the meeting was adjourned until Tuesday, the Gth recent earth quake, and, although he had been much un- Bro. Corby gave the three addrsses. Bro. Fako.ner was elected a September next, This lodge has had a very successful session . nerved, his health was good. He had sent home to say member. The S.W. was elected W.M. for the ensuing week. There being no further business, the lodge was closed. that the state of those who had suffered from that visitation of the Great Supreme Ruler was past comprehension. COVENT GARDEN LODGE (No. 1614).—The usual weekly Eogal ^rcij . Comp. Ramsey, P.Z., had left to catch the train. He was meeting of this lodge of instruction was held at the Criterion , always read y to do all that he could for the chapter. Comp. Piccadmv on the 28th ult., , S.W., when there were present Bros. STAR CHAPTER (No. —The usual C. W. Williams, P.Z., Sec, had also left. He was certainly J. D. Graham, W.M. j F. W. Cash, S.W. j H. Crookes J.VV. ; G. 1275). very hig hly esteemed by all those present, and deserved all H. Reynolds, S. D.; A. Bul.'er., .J. D.; G. F. Swan, l.G. ; E. convocation of this flourishing chapter was held at the Chamberlain, acting as Preceptor; F. M. Noakes, acting as Sec.; Shi p, Greenwich, on Tuesday, the 26th ult., at which were the good wishes he obtained. Comp. Cowley, P.Z., never T. E. Weeks, Tyler; A. Cogliati , A. Clark , and J. Woodward . present Comps. Hilton, M.E.Z.; Grummant, P.Z., acting slacked his efforls to promote the prosperity of the chapter. The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last H.; Addington, J.; C. W. Williams, P.Z., S.E. ; Comp. Grummant, P.Z , was a host in himself. He had meeting were read and confirmed. Bro. G. H. Reynolds having oifcred North, S.N.; Stone, P.S. ; Beneditti, 2nd A.S. ; W. undertaken the office of H. that evening, and also been himself as a candidate for initiation , the W.M. was pleased ive the M.E.Z. a word during the evening, to rehearse the ceremony. The W.M. vacated the chair in favour Cowley, P.Z. ; Ramsey, P.Z. ; Crook, Fry, Meirhoff, at hand to g in of Bro. G. F. Swan. The W.M. worked the ist Section of the Fleck, Dr. Makeman, Foes, and Charlie Woods. Visitors : the absence of Comp. Bumstead. l'irst Lecture. Bro. A. Bullen , having offered himself as a candidate Comps. Taylor, P.Z. 22, 217; Douglas, 1269; Vickery, In rep ly, Comp. Cowley, P.Z., said that he would not to be passed to the Second Degree, was duly questioned , entrusted , 1269; Eckersall, Sg ; and W. Vail, 169 . make a long speech, for he should spoil Comp. Grummant's and retired. Lodge was opened in the Second Degree. The VV.M. chance. He was glad to witness the prosperity of the rehearsed The chapter being opened, the minutes of the last con- the Degree of F.C. Bro. J. D. Graham resumed the chapter, and would always do his best to promote and Jhair, and Bro. G. F. Swan that of I.*G. Lodge resumed to the vocation were read and confirmed. A ballot was then First Degree. On rising for the second time, Bro. E. Chamberlain taken for the following brethren : Bros. A. E. Austin, 619 ; increase that prosperity. Kopostd that Bro. F. W. Cash, S.W., be W.M. for the ensuing George H. Foes, 172; and Dr. Makeman, 1559 ; and Comp. Grummant, P.Z., said he was only an Entered week—seconded by the J.W., and carried unanimously. The W.M. proving unanimous in favour of the three, the M.E.Z., Apprentice as a P.Z., or rather a Fellow Craft. When he elect " was pleased to appcint his officers in rotation. On rising for with the assistance of the other Principals and officers, became a Past Master in the Craft he thought he had 'he third time, Bro. E. Chamberlain proposed that a vote of thanks but now he was a P.Z., and especiall be recorded proceeded to exalt the last two, who were present, to the done a grand thing, y on the minutes of this lodge of instruction to Bro. J. D, a P.Z. of the Star Chapter he felt that he had done a uraiiam, W.M., for the excellent manner in which he had Degree of Royal Arch Masons. The ceremony was per- , occupied the chair in the lodge for the first time. He had carried formed in a very impressive manner, the ritual being much grander thing. In tracing the history of the chapter, piit the duties most satisfactorily, and had worked the ceremony of perfect in every respect. The delivery of the addresses he referred to the founders . Some were now members, initiation in a clear and precise manner—seconded by tile S.W., some were abroad, and some had been called to the Grand and by the M.E.Z., Comp. Hilton ; the acting H., Comp. carried unanimousl y. The W.M. made a suitable rep ly, Grummant ; and thatof by Comp. Tay lor, P.Z., was of Chapter above. From the very beg inning they had met "othing further J. offering for the good of Freemasonry, the lodge was such a character as to call forth eulog iums from everyone with steady progress—not rapid, but very happy progress. present ; while the work of P.S. was performed in a very Never had one unpleasant event occurred, and now they KENSINGTON LODGE (No. 156)). —A meeting was held on masterly manner by Comp. Stone. Apologies for absence were in a very proud position. tne 3rd inst ., at the Scarsdale Arms, Edwardes-square, Kensington , having been read, and all business being ended, the chapter In proposing " The Officers," the M.E.Z. expressed the .'•J; Present : Bros. Neville, W.M. j Hubbard , S.W. ; W. C. was closed in due form. same satisfaction as the visitors had already done with their Williams , J.W.j Woods, S.D. ; Dresden , J.D.; Keene, I .G. ; At the banquet which followed, the whole of the above- work. The S.E. and S.N. had done their work well, and i-nclirane, P.M acting Preceptor; Wills! Dimsdale ., , R, H. named companions attended and spent a most enjoyable he wondered where they would get anyone to supply the " Mams, Sims, P. J. Davies, Craggs, and Strond. , ihe lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of last evening. place of Comp. North, P.S., when he should leave that nceting read and confirmed. The ceremony of initiation was In proposing the toast of "The Queen " (coupled with office which he filled so perfectly. rehearsed, Bro. Wills being candidate. The lod ge was opened in Royal Arch Masonry), the M.E.Z. said that Royal Arch Comp. North, S.N., said that with such excellent Prin- "le lhree Degrees, and the ceremony of installation was rehearsed Masons were always loyal subjects. In this Jubilee year cipals it was impossible for the officers to do their work y a R. H ge being resumed to the ,, '° - . Williams. Lod First Degree, they were ready to show their loyalty still more, if possible, badly. They caught the spirit and " couldn't help it." {*?• Hubbard was elected W.M. for the next meeting, the officers ap to her Most Gracious Majesty Queen Vicioria, who hat] Comp. Stone, P.S., said he was delig hted to do his best, toR * P°intei1 in rotation. A cordial vote of thanks was carried .? °r0 Nevill e for the very able manner in which he had carried oat ruled over this country with such marked success, and with and was very g lad he had succeeded in giving satislaction. me ,\„ ' . t.es f ,f WjM> for th(, first time m t| lis l0(1 lh(, j such beneficial results to her people. He was sure the He should always try to perform any duties that mig ht fall '"en closed. companions would drink her health with extreme pleasure, to him in as perfect a manner as possible. Masonic work and hope for a long continuance ot her happy reign. This was to him the highest pleasure. B1QUE tvvP LODGE (No. 1789).—A meeting was held on Friday, toast was duly honoured, as was that of " H.R.H. the Comp. Beneditti , 2nd A.S., also replied. «e 29th nit at tne King's Arms > Buckingham Palace-road , S.W, Prince of Wales M.E G.Z. ; " to this followed the toasts During the evening harmony prevailed. Songs were nt: Bros. Taylor W.M. j Glover S Wombell , Rr,T. , , .W.; , J.W. J " " The Grand H., sung by Comps. Addington, Stone, North, Taylor, Woods, P,M Prece or ; Coughlan P.M., Sec ; Coleman 'S.D. ; of "The Pro Grand Z., " and " The Hill1 iA " Pt , . and recitations were given by Douglas , ' J-0'! Brindley, P.M., I.G. j Green,jun., Jamieson , Clarkson, Grand J.," with the rest of the Grand Officers present and and Vail, _ Comps. am> Green, p,M. past. and Meirhoff. P.Z. Treas. ; and Harrison , SPHINX CHAPTER (No. 1329) .—The convo- YORK.—Zetland Chapter (No. 236).—The usual 2nd Asst. ; W. Taylor, Janitor. at the Surrey Masonic quarterly meeting of this chapter was held on the 27th ult., A vote of thanks was passed to the installing officer, and cation of Ihe above chapter was held ' on Saturday, the 23rd ult. Present : when Comp. j. Sykes Rymer was duly installed as the sum of five guineas voted to the list of Comp. A. H. Hall, Camberwell, as Steward of the R.M.I, for Boys. Bryant, P.Z., M.E.Z. ; E. A. Whitby, H. ; M.E.Z. ; Geo. Kirby, as H.; and Geo. Garbutt , as J., Gurney, Apologies Comps. B. R. were received for absence from Comps. Col . Sir F. Burdett. Stokoe , J.; Capt. R. T. Vincent, S.E. ; R. J. by Comps. Jos. Todd , P.Z. and Treasurer to the chapter. Capt. R. Bart., G.S. ; R. H. Thrupp, P.G.H. Middx.; J. Voisey, P.Z. ; P. A. Nairne, P.Z. ; B. Lyon , P.Z.; G. The newly-installed M.E.Z. then invested the officers for Wood- l.C. Reynolds, Treas. ; Jas. the ensuing year as follows : Comps. Jos. Todd, P.Z., ward , P.G.S.E. Middx., and many others. W. Marsden , iun.. S.N. ; , and the Wilson , ist A.S.; V. T. Murche, 2nd Treas. ; E. W. Purnell , S.E. ; Samuel Border, P.S. ; The chapter was then closed companions Hill , P.S. ; C. adjourned to the banquet. A.S.; C. Gooding and J. C Reynolds, Stewards ; E.J. Major McGachen , S.N.; Geo. Robinson , ist A.S. ; E. Harrison , Janitor; Thomas Roe, C. W. Carter, 2nd A.S. ; T. G. Hodgson , Org. ; H. S. Hopton, The customary toasts were duly gone through and enthu- Day, Org. ; G. siastically received . ]. Bird , Wm. Briant , T. E. Keftlewhite , R. C. Davis, John D.C. ; T. Watkinson , Stwd. ; and W. G. Calvert, Janitor. "E. Latham , Wm. Andrews, J. C. Bradley, T. Arnold , John There were four candidate s for exaltation , viz., Bros. Wm. Page, Farbrace Sidney Gramshaw, Herbert Leeds J. White, T- Lightfoot, G. Gill , and G. Benecljttij also the INSTRUCTION. "following visitors : Comps. H. Baldwin , M.E.Z. elect 720 ; Swift , and Wm. Ward, who were all duly exalted to the J. Collings, J. S04 ; and J. Raynor, 1S0. Supreme Degree and the lecture given to them by the HORNSEY CHAPTER OF IMPROVEMENT ,No. 890I.-A. After the minutes of the convocation of January 22nd M .E.Z. The ceremony was throug hout performed by all convocation was held on Friday, the 29th nit ., at the Porchester concerned in a very creditable and impressive manner. Hote l , Leinster-p lace, Cleveland-square , Paddingto n , W., when had been confirmed , the S.E., Comp. Captain Vincent, , candidates for Comp. Rooke, P.Z., moved that the sum of ten guineas there were present Comps. W. H . Dean P.Z. JJ, P.P.G.R. Dorset, announced that the two brethren proposedas Z.j C. R . Wickens , 704, H.j W. H. Chalfont , P.S. 973, J. ; exaltation had written expressing their inability to be pre- be paid out of the funds of the chapter to the Royal H. Dehane, H. Sgo, 2nd A.S. 862, S.E.; Capt. A. Nicols, Z. Sqo sent. This was received with much regret by the com- Masonic Institution for Boys, which was carried unani- P.D.G.S. of W. Punjab , S.N.; VV. C. Williams , 533, P.S. • panions, as by it the officers of the chapter lost an oppor- mously. Jas. Sims, S34; T. C. Edmonds , rjoj, S90; G. Gregory, Z. 1*38, their well-known ability of rendering the Several minor matters were then disposed of , and the J. 504, P.S. 204S ; and F„ J. Day, 132 9. tunity of showing The chapter was declared open , and tlie minutes of the last Royal Arch ritual. The companions, however, were able chapter closed, after which the companions dined together when the usual toasts convocation were read and confirmed . The ceremony of exaltation to partici pate in one very pleasing action , viz., voting in the banquet hall of the lodge, was rehearsed , Comp. Sims being tlie candidate. The officers unanimously a handsome Treasurer's jewel to Comp. J. C. were given and acknowledged , and the rest of the evening were elected for the ensuing fortnight, Comp. Edmonds being Z, Reynolds, sen., as a testimony to their appreciation of his spent in harmony. A communication frcm Comp. Child was read. After " Hearty valuable services as Treasurer to the chapter since its good wishes," the chapter was closed. consecration in 1S76. SOUTH SHIELDS. — St. Hilda Chapter Comp. Reynolds feeling ly thanked the companions for —(No. 240).—A regular convocation of this prosperous the token of their esteem, and expressed himsel f as willing chapter was held on Wednesday, the 20th ult., in the Jlailt Jteonrg* to render as good a service in the future as the jewel on his Masonic Hall. There were present Comps. J. S. Wilson , breast denoted he had done in the past. P.P.G.H., Z.; J. T. Wilson , P.Z., H.; W. Davidson.J.; PRINCE LEOPOLD LODGE (No. 238) .— The jewel was much admired, and was manufactured by T. Coulson , P.P.G.S.B., P.Z., Treas. ; J. A. Hall, S.E. ; This lodge met at Anderton 's Hotel , Fleet-street, on the Bro. George Kenning. W. Ross, S.N. ; G. Wilson, P.P.G.O., Org.; L. Inkster, 19th ult., when there were present Bros. W. E. Farrington, The companions then proceeded to vote 10 guineas to the P.S. ; C. Sutcliffe, ist A.S. ; William Mofhtt, 2nd W.M.; T. O. Harding, M.A., S. W .; F. Clemow, J.W.j Benevolent Institution and five guineas to the Boys' School. A.S.: and T. Potter, Janitor. Among the ordinary members T. R. Richnell , P.P.G.S.B. Middx. and Surrey, P.M., All Royal Arch business being ended, the chapter was present were Comps. D. Cameron , G. F. R. Purvis, G. Treas. ; W. VV. Codd, N. Prower, T. C Walls, P.G.S.B., closed in ancient form. Mitchell , Smith, Tweeney, Humphries, Hunter, Woolner, P.M.; Alfred Tisley, P.A.G.D.C, P.M. ; Chouffiier, The companions afterwards dined together under the Johnson , and the Rev. Harris. Visitor : J. Witter, P.Z. and others. presidency of the M.E.Z, The chapter was opened and the minutes of the previous The minutes of the previous meeting having been read convocation read. The ballot was then taken for the exal- and confirmed, the ballot was taken on behalf of Bro. ST. DUNSTAN'S CHAPTER (No. 1589) .— tation of a brother, which proved favourable, but he, for Richards, 1670, and it proving to be unanimous he was This chapter met at Anderton 's Hotel, Fleet-street, on the professional, reasons, not heing able to attend, two proposi- duly advanced to the Degree by Bro. Walls. Bro. T. 0. 26th ult., when there were present, among others , Comps. tions for exaltation to the Sublime Degree of R.A. Masons Harding, VV.M. elect, having been presented, he was in- Alfred Tisley, M.E.Z. ; W. Lake, P.Z., P.P.G.R. Corn- were tendered and considered, after which the appoint- stalled into the chair of A. by Bro. Walls. Among the wall, acting H.; H. Clemow, J.; Jenkins , S.E. ; W. ments of the Three First Principals and other officers for the officers appointed and invested were Bros. F. Clemow, E. Farrington, S.N. ; Farthing, P.S. ; T. C. Walls, ensuing year were proceeded with , with the following S.W.; W. W. Codd, J.W. ; N. Prower, M.O. ; E. A. P.Z., P.P.G.P. Soj. Middx. ; J. ' H. Dodson, P.Z., Treas.; result, viz. : Comps. G. Robson , M.E.Z. ; W. Davidson , Harris, S.O. ; J. Harris, J.O. ; Richnell, Treas. ; Tisley, Skelton , Gaze, Edwards, and others . H.; W. Ross, J.; J. A. Hall, S.E.; L. Inkster, S.N.; Sec ; H. Harris, S.D.; Chouffrier, J.D. ; and Richards, The minutes of the previous meeting having been read C. E. Sutcliffe, P.S. ; T. D. Marsh all, ist A.S. ; W. l.G. A vote of thanks was passed to the Installing Officer, and confirmed , the ballot was taken on behaif of Bro. C. Woolner, 2nd A.S.; T. Coulson, P.Z., P.P.G.S.B., Treas.; and a Past Master 's jewel presented to Bro. W. E. G. Moore , 277, and, it proving to be unanimous, he was G. Wilso n, P.P.G.O., Org. ; and T. Potter, Janitor. Farrington. duly exalted into the Royal Arch Degree. After the closing of the chapter the companions adjourned The lodge was then closed and an Ark Mariners lodge The chapter was then closed, and the companions ad- down stairs to the dining- hall of the club, where a most duly opened by Bro. T. C. Walls, P.G.C, W.M. Bro. journed to the banquet. The customary toasts received full sumptuous supper awaited them , prepared in Comp. Richards was admitted a member of the Degree by the justice. — and Mrs. Potter 's (the custodian of the hall and club) best W.M. Bro. Tisley was installed as W.C.N, for the year ' st le. Too much praise cannot be given to Comp. T. ensuing, FARRINGDON CHAPTER (No. 1745.)—This y and the following appointments were made— Coulson, P.Z., Treas., for the unt-ring interest he takes, Bros. Harding, J.; Richnell, S.: p. Farrington, S.D. ; chapter met at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet-street, on the 25th not onl in chapter business, but in everything connected W. E. Farrington , ultimo. Among those in attendance were Comps. H. ]. y J.D.; and W. W. Codd, Guarder. T with the lod ges which meet in the new and splendid hall A Past Commander's jewel having been presented to Lardner, M.E.Z. ; Strugnell , H.; J. Young, J.; . C the Freemasons of South Shields now possess. Bro. T. C. Walls Lister, , the lodge was closed, and the brethren Walls, P.P.G.P. Soj. Middx., S.E. ; J. S.N. ; of both degrees subsequentl Webber, ist A.S. ; T. Simpson, 2nd A.S.; N. Prower, y dined together, under the MARYPORT —Nicholson Chapter (No. 371).— presidency of Bro. T. O. Harding. The usual toasts M.A. ; Herbert, and others. followed. The minutes ot the previous meeting having been read The annual meeting for installing the Principals of this and confirmed the election of officers for the year ensuing chapter was held on Wednesday, the 20th instant. Ihe jewels mentioned above were manufactured by Bro. , George Kenning, took place with the following result : Comps. Strugnell , Comp. Col. F. R. Sewell , P.P.G.H., Z., presided, sup- London. ported b his officers and members. The minutes were M.E.Z.; J. Young, H.; J. Lister, J.; Walls, S.E.; T. y Simpson, S.N.; Webber, P.S. ; Herbert , ist A.S.; N. read and confirmed , when Bro. J. Gibson was balloted for YORK. — York Lodge (T.I.)—At the usual Prower, and A.S. ; H . ]. Lardner, Treas. ; and Parkin- and exalted to the Supreme Degree. Comp. A. Walters, quarterly meeting of this lodge, held on Tuesday, the son, Janitor. A Past Principal' s jewel having been voted P.Z., P.P.G. A.S., assisted by Comp. Geo. Dalrymple, 19th inst., Bro. Geo. Simpson, VV.M., presided, and there to the outgoing M.E.Z., and a vote of thanks passed to P.Z. 119, P.P.G.J., discharged the duties of installation. were also present Bros F. Smith , I.P.M.; T. B. Whyte- P.S., Comp. Dr. E. M. Lott, P.G. Org., for his services as Comp. James Gardiner, P.P.G. was installed Z ; head , P.M., Sec ; M. Millington , P.M.; J. T. Seller, and Comps. A. Walters H.; Robt. Brown , E. B. Treasurer , the chapter was closed, ond the companions , J.; P.M. ; J. Blenkin , S.W. ; G. Balmford , P.M., Org.; adjourned to refreshment. Penrice, S.E. ; Jas. Dickinson , S.N.; P. de E. Collin , XV. Lackenby, H. C. Pickersgill , Major McGachen, S.J. P.Z., P.P.G.H., Treas. for the eighth time; Raven , Dalton, W. T. Nance A few toasts followed. " J. , G. Chapman , E. VV. Purnell , H. S. P.S. ; 1. Kendall , 1st Asst. S.; j. O. Scott, 2nd Asst. Hopton , W. Brown, J. R. Jackson, VV. Sharp, A. M. S.; J. Smith , Org.; J. Gibson, Steward ; and J. White, and others. Visitors : Bros. FALMOUTH.—Volubian Chapter (No. — C H. Sharp, 250; 75). Messenger, Janitor. S. Jacob, 352; and J. B. Parkin , 352. The annual convocation of this chapter was held at the The following companions were also present : Comps. J. A successful ballot was taken for Bro. C G. Rushworth , Masonic Hal l , on Thursday, the 21st inst., when Comp. Nicholson , P.Z. 371, P.P.G.J.; Thos. Mandale, P.Z., late ot the St. Mark's Lodge, No. 1, W. H. Dunstan was installed as M.E.Z. for the ensuing as a joining member. P.P.G. Swd. Br.; J. R. Banks, P.Z., P.G. Swd. Br. ; E. On the motion of Bro. T. B. Whytehead, P.M., seconded year. The installation was abl y performed by Comp. Mitchell, and J. Abbott. by Bro. Millington , P.M., five guineas was Norman Gray, P voted to the .G.S.B., assisted by Comps. E. D. The Treasurer 's statement of accounts was submitted Grand Mark Educational Fund. Bro. Whytehead said Anderton, P.G.S.E. ; and W. D. Rogers, A.P.G.S.E. and passed. A vote of thanks was unanimously passed to that he intended to act as The other Princi a Steward this year, and hoped pals also installed were Comps. G. H. B. the Installing Principals, Comps. Walters and Dalrymple, the brethren would help his list, as they ex- Reed , as H.j and M. Carne had as a lodge J. , as J. The M.E.Z. then and with other general business the chapter was closed in perienced substantial benefit fro m the fund in the education invested his officers as follows : Comps. G. T. Olver, S.E. ; due form , and the companions spent a very agreeable hour of an orphan son of one of their former members . Bro. M. Richards , S.N. ; S. Tresidder. P.S. ; J. W. Ander- in the refreshment hall. G. Chapman was appointed and invested as Assistant Secie- son, 1st A.S.; H. Liddicoat, 2nd A.S. ; W. F. Newman, tary by the W.M. Treas.; Rev. M. Sutton Chap. ; M. Little J. , , D.C; PLUMSTEAD.—Pattison Chapter (No. 913).— The ceremony of advancement was rehearsed and the W. C. F. Rogers, Org. ; J. T. Williams, Stwd. ; and The election meeting of the above chapter took place on lodge was closed, after which the N. Francis Janitor. members met at refresh- J. , Thursday, the 21st ult., at the High School for Boys, Brook ment and enjoyed a few hours of relaxation. The companions afterwards adjourned to the Royal Hotel, Hill , with the following result; Comps. E. B. Hobson , Z.; where an excellent repast was prepared in Comp. and Host R.J. Cook, H.; J. H. Roberts, J.; H. Butter, P.Z., SUNDERLAN D.— Union Lodge (No. 124) .— Carter's best style, after which the usual loyal and Masonic P.P .G.P.S. Kent, S.E.; E. Palmer, S.N.; A. Penfold toasts were duly proposed and heartil , The installation meeting of this lod ge was held on the y received , and a P.Z., P.P.G. 1st Asst. S. Kent, Treas. ; S. Clarke, P.S. ; evening of the most pleasant evening was spent. This chapter, although 29th ult., at the Masonic Hall, Park-terrace. C. Lawson, ist Asst.; W. Morris, 2nd Asst.; VV. G. The W.M., Bro. R. Kinmond, P.S.G.D. , presided, and dormant for more than 20 years, is now in a most flourish- Lloyd, D.C. ; and W. Lardner, Janitor. Among the other ing condition , and is one of the largest in the country. was supported by the V.W. Deputy Provincial Grand companions present were Comps. C. Coupland, P.Z., P.P. Master, Bro. T. Y. Strachan , and fhe officers of Provincial G.J. Kent; H. Mason , P.Z., P.G.S.B. Kent ; T. D. Grand Lod ge, including Bros. I. Wood , P.S.G.W. ; W. SUNDERLAND.—De Lambton Chapter (No. Hayes, P.Z., P.P.G. 2nd Asst. Kent; E. Denton , P.Z., Logan, P.G.S.O. ; Rev. Joseph Lawson, P.G.C. ; John 94) .—The annual convocation of this chapter was held on P.P.G.P.S. Kent ; W. C. Taylor, Dr. Bernays, W. Straker Wilson , P.G. Sec. ; John Strachan, P.P.G.J.O.; Tuesday afternoon , the 3rd inst., at the Freemasons' Hall , Harris, C. Claphatn, J. Farriers, J. Topp, G. Frost, and William Liddell, P.P.G.M.O. ; F. Maddison , P.P.J.G.W.; Queen-street East, when there were present Comps. J. R. C. Jolly. Comp. K. Edmonds presided , in the unavoidable Wm. Coxon, P.P.G.J.O. ; H. C Jepps, P.P.G.J.O. Mid. ; Smart, M.E.Z. ; J. C. Moor, H.; E. Sutherst, J.; T. absence of Comp. \V. Rees, Z., throug h severe illness. J. Usher, W.M. T.I.; M. Fraropton, P. P.G.S.O. ; T. Henderson , P.Z., S.E. ; M. Framoton , P.Z., Treas. ; J. After (he chapter was closed, the companions partook of M. Watson , P.P.S.G.D. ; S. M. Harris, I.P.M. T.I.; J. Scarborough, P.S. ; T. G. Garrick and W. Dawson, A.S. ; refreshment, and passed a few hours in song and harmony. Page, W.M. 293 ; R. Whi .field , M.O. 293 ; J. J. Clay, G. Wanless, P.Z., acting S.N.; J. J. Clay, P.Z. ; J. D, and others. Todd , P.Z. ; J. Potts, P.Z. ; and several others. TWICKENHAM.—Sir Francis Burdett Chap- The lodge having been opened, the V.W.D.P.G.M. M. After the usual routine business, Comp. R. Hudson, P.Z., ter (No. 1503). —This chapter met at the Albany Hall, and officers were received and saluted in due form. The installed Comp. J. C. Moor, as M.E.Z. ; Comp. J. J, on the 20th ult. Amongst those present were : Comps. T. W.M. elect, Bro. M. H. Dodd, S.W., was introduced by Clay, P.Z., installed Comp. E. Sutherst, as H .; and C. Walls, P.Z., P.P.G.P. Soj. Middx., acting M.E.Z.; Bro. F. Maddison , D. of C, to the Installing Master, Bro. Comp. E. Sutherst installed Comp. T. G. Garrick , as J, the Rev. S. T. H. Saunders, M.A., P.G.J. Middx., H.; D. R. Kinmond , by whom Bro. Dodd was dul y installed as VV. Amongst the visitors were Comps. R. W. Halfni ght. P. Cama, Grand Trt-asurer, P.Z., acting J.; W. Tay lor, Master. The following were afterwards appointed and M.E.Z., J. Eggleston , H., J. Kimmond . P.Z., J.Mitchin- P.P.G.J. Middx., P.Z., acting P.S.; W. H. Saunders, invested as the officers for the year : Bros. K. Kinmond, son, P.Z., H. J. Turnbull , P.Z., F. Maddison , P.Z., and A. P.Z. acting S.N. ; Dunkley, P.P.G.O. Middx., 1st Asst. I.P.M.; J. C. Moor, S.W. ; J. R. Pattison , J.W.j b- T. Munroe, P.Z., all of So; J. G. Kirtley, M.E.Z., J. R . Soj. ; A. H. Gurney, Jenkins. Porteous , M.O. A. R. VV. " " 2nd Asst. Soj. ; and E. ; John Hail, S.O. (absent) ; Pattison , H., F. M. Watson, P.Z., and W. Liddell , P.Z., Comps. Bue, and Saunders were visitors. Halfni ght, J.O.; Thomas M. Watson, P.P.S.G.D. ; J- all of 97; M. Douglas, P.Z. 534; R. Todd. H. Crisp, The ballot having been taken on behalf of Bro. H. Cama, D. Todd , R. of M.; Robert Singleton, Sec. ; H. Liston, F. C. Cowper, J. Deans, J. Hewson, Tames Hudson , T. he was duly exalted into the Royal Arch Degree, by Comp. S.D. ; J. Scaiboroug h , J.D. ; F. Maddison, P.P.S.G. W., Smith, and J. Dickman. Walls, who subsequentl y installed the Rev. S. T. H . D. of C.j R. Blake, I.G.j J. J. Wilson, Stewaid ; ana In the evening, Ihe whole of the above companions Saunders as M.E.Z. The installation of the Second and J. W. Brown, Tyler. attended a banquet presided over by the M.E.Z., when the Third Princi pals was postponed in consequence of the un- The congratulations of the V.W.D.P.G.M. and of the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were drunk, and a very avoidable absence of Comps. Smiles and Hosken. The visiting brethren were expressed to the W.M., and the enjoyable evening was spent, enlivened by songs and officers invested were Comps. Walls, S.E.; Richnell, S.N.; lodge was afterwards closed. The annual festival was recitations. Dunkley, P.S. j A. H. Gurney, ist Asst. ; E, W. Jenkins, held in the evening, Bro. M, H. Dodd, W.M., presiding- VVIGAN.—Rose and Thistle Lodge (No. 158) . The annual meeting of the National Great The annual meeting of the members of this lodge took Priory of the Knights Templar of Eng land, will be held at the Cit , Tace at the Masonic Hall, King-street, on Wednesday, y Terminus Hotel, Cannon-st reet on Friday next, ?uP nlh ins f . Hie lodge was opened by Bro. J. D. the 13th instant , at 4 p.m. The business transacted will be Mnrrav. P-M -> P G Std Br - En &-> supported bv Bros. of the usual character, and at the close there will be the W ohnson, S.W.- ; - R. B.- Seddon, J.VV.; J. Browne, usual banquet. Tickets one guinea each. c.rritarvj W H. Horrocks, M.O. ; J. Wilson, S.O. ; KBcM^mcFsfl land , S.D. ; W. Holt, J.D. ; R. The annual communication of the Grand Lodge I Smy th . J.O. ; R. Lay of New York I.G. j W Patterson , Tyler ; A. H. Crossley, , which will take place at the Masonic Hall, frnnwles, It is with regret we have to record the death of New York, on the 27th June prox., is looked forward to \V M., P.G.J.O. j T. Milner, P.M., P.P.G.S. of Wks.; Lieut. Stewart (son of Bro. Raynham Stewart, P.G.D.), G. Makinson , and others. Visitor: Bro. C with a considerable amount of interest. Several important A Lambert, off Suakin. The Times of Tuesday last contains the amendments to the Constitutions will be acted upon , and E Beazer. following particulars of the unfortunate occurrence :— minu.es of the last regular meeting were read and the Grand Master will submit his report on the payment of Xhe " Her Majesty 's ship Gannet has arrived here. While chas- the debt on the Ha'l and Asylum Fund. on (5rmed. The ballot was then taken for Bros. Henry ing a supposed slave dhow, near Mersa-Halib , a boat's Ackerley, Wa' er Simpson , and W. Taberner, all mem- crew was suddenl y attacked by a large party of natives The f ollowing dinners take place at the Free- bers of No. 133.S, who had been proposed by Bro. Murray, concealed in a creek. Lieutenant Stewart was fatally masons' Tavern for the week ending Saturday, the 7th and seconded by Bro. W. Johnson , S.W., and being wounded while tending a wounded sailor, and died on instant:—Monday—Lod ge of Joppa; Lodge of Unions. favourabl e in each case, they were admitted , and regularly board. Four bluejackets were wounded—one severely—but Tuesday—Grosvenor Lodge; Old Acquaintance Musical advanced to the Mark Degree hy Bro. Murray. The next all are doing well, The boat's crew behaved splendidl y, Society Dinner. Wednesday—Grand Chapter Club; Unittd business was the installation of the W.M. elect, Bro. W. and the Gannet shelled the native village. " We offe r Lodge. Thursday—Westminster and Keystone Lodge ; Johnson, S.VV., who was duly presented by Bro. Milner, our sincerest sympath y, which , we are sure, will be shared St. Andrew's Lodge. Friday—Fidelity Chapter; Gavel and by Bro. Murray was installed as W.M., and saluted by all our readers, to Bro. Stewart, to whom it must be Club. Saturday—Jubilee Dinner Royal Institution of accordingly. The officers appointed for the ensuing year a source of consolation in his great trial to know that his British Architects. follows: Bros. R. B. Seddon , S.W, ; J. Browne, are as brave son died at the post of duty, and in the perform- ' HV • VV. H. Horrocks, Secretary ; T. Wilson , P.M., ance of an act of devotion to a wounded comrade. The Court and Livery of the Wheelwrights Treasurer; J. Wilson, M.O. ; W. Holt, S.O.; R. Lay- Company dined together at the Albion Tavern, Aldersgate- land 1.0. ; R. Knowles, J.D. j J. Smith, I.G.j G. Bro. Clever, P.P.G.S.B. Essex, was, on Friday street, on Friday, the 29th ult. The Master, Bro. VV. G. Makin'son, Stwd. ; J. D. Murray, P.M., D.C; and W. last, elected W.M. of the Clapham Lodge, No. 1S1S. Lemon, presided, and among those present were Bros, the ler. After one proposition for advancement, Lord Mayor, Lieut.-Col. and Sheriff Kirby, J. Morgan Patterson, Ty Bro. Brackstone Baker, P.G.D., has just been the lodge was closed. Howard, Q.C, M.P., H. H. Brid gman, J. H. Puleston, appointed , with the sanction of the M.W. the Grand M.P., H. Windybank, and others. The badges worn by Master, representative at the Grand Lodge of England of WHI TEHAVEN. —Fletcher Lodge (No. 213). the 15 Past Masters of the Company were manufactured the Grand Lodge of Mary land, United States of America, by Bro. George Kenning, of Little Britain. —The regular meeting of this lodge was held on Friday, the head-quarters of which are in Baltimore. 29th ult. Bro. G. Ryrie, W.M., P.G.D C, presided, the The first meeting- of the Board of Stewards lor The first annual supper in connection with the and was supported as follows : Bros. Thos. Brackenridge, Emulation Lod ge of Instruction , No. 299, was held at the P G.I.G., S.W.; Rev. J. Anderson , P.G. Chap., J.W. ; the Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys will Bull Hotel Dartford be held at Freemasons' Hall, this (Friday) afternoon. We , , on Tuesday, the 26th ult., and a \V. J. Tyson, P.G. Org., M.O. ; W. D. P. Field , S.O. ; most enjoyable evening was spent. The chair was occupied Org. and Sec. ; Dr. are glad to hear that Bro. Binckes has thus far succeeded J3. Atkinson , J.O.; W. H. Bewlay, by Bro. W. Grieg, S.VV. 299, Bros. C. Potier and T. Muir , S.D. ; J. M. Clarke, J.D.,- J. Casson, l.G. ; T. in obtaining the services on the Board of rather more than the average number of brethre n , and we trust his efforts in Jenkins being the Senior and Junior Wardens for the Richardson , Ty ler ; T. Atkinson , P.M., P. |.G.W.j W. evening. Upwards of thirty members and friends partook Bewlay, P.M., P.G.M.O.; T. H. Nesbitt, S.VV. 323 ; G. the same direction will be attended with such further support that on the day of the Festival the Chairman whoever he of an excellent repast, served in Mr. Bray 's well-known Dalrymple, P.M., P.G. Sec ; J. Bowes, H. Burns, T hos. , , style. During the evening a very handsome jewel was , may be, will find his task on behalf of this important Rowlings, R. D. Metcalf and others. piesented to Bro. W. J. Light, P.M. 299, the Preceptor to The minutes were confirmed , and Bro. Jas. Lawson was Institution seconded by the enthusiastic efforts of a more than usually strong array of Stewards. the lodge, as a slight acknowled gment of the services he advanced to the Degree of Mark Master, and two candi- has rendered the lodge of instruction during the past dates were proposed for advancement. The lodge was The ceremony of installation of Princi pals will twelve months. The lodge of instruction meets every then closed in form. be rehearsed for the last time this session at the Metropo- Tuesday (except the third Tuesday in the month) at the litan Chapter of Improvement, at the White Hart, corner Bull Ho'tel, Dartford . of Abchurch-lane and Cannon-street, on Tuesday next, the ffcntsfjtg Ktvxalss* 10th inst., to commence at half-past five o'clock . The The President and members of the Royal usual exaltation ceremony will be rehearsed at half-past six Academy gave their annual banquet at Burlington House WIGAN.—Faith Preceptory (No. —The in- o'clock. Present and Past Principals will kindl y note this on Saturday last, when among the princi pal guests present 41). , , stallation meeting of this preceptory was held at the and that the session will close on ihe 24th inst. were the Prince of Wales, and Bros the Duke of Abercorn , Lord Ashbourne, the Marquis of Bath, Lord Charles Masonic Hall, King-street, on Thursday, the 14th inst. ST. AMES'S H ALL .—Bro. Sydney Herbert gave The preceptory was opened by the E.C, Sir Kni ght R. B. J Beresford , M.P., the Earl of Carnarvon , Lord Halsbury, his annual evening concert on Manday last, when he was Lord Chancellor of England , Hugh C. E. Childers , M.P., Seddon , and the muster roll called. After the confirmation assisted by the following artistes : Misses Chapuy-Leslie, of theminutes , Sir Kni ght J. D. Murray, P.E.C, P.G. Sir E. Clarke, M.P., Earl Cowper, K.G., Sir VV. Hart- Edith Luke, and Elliott , Messrs. Evans, Everett , Hubbard , Dyke, M.P., Earl Granville, Lord George Hamilton, M. P., St. Br., took the baton and Sir Knight W.T. Wylde having Curtis D'Alton , Frank Lynne, Arthur Wieland , and Eg bert been pr.-sented by Sir Knight S. A. Oliver, P.E.C, was the Marquis of Harting ton, M.P., Lord Herschell, the Roberts. Violin , W. Buels; pianoforte, Sinclair Mantell Earl of Jersey, the Earl of Lathom , the Lord Mayor, the duly installed and saluted as E.C. The officers appointed and Lthmeyer; conductors, Messrs. Haskins, Mantell, and were as follows : Sir Knights W. Goodacre, Constable; T. Earl of Mount Edgcumbe, the Bishop of Peterboroug h, Klein. The different morceaux were well rendered and the the Hon. D. Piunket, M.P., Viscount Sherbrooke, Lord P. Simpson , Marshal ; J. G. Christian , Sub-Marshal ; S. A. hall was full. Oliver, re-elected Treasurer ; J. D. Murray, re-appointed Stanley of Preston, the Earl of Wharncliffe, and General Registrar; S. Farmer, Capt. of Lines ; and VV. Patterson , Bro. Col. Le Gendre N. Starkie, R.W. Prov. Viscount Wolseley. Grand Master of East Lancashire Equerry. , consecrated the PROVINCE OF WEST Y ORKSHIRE .—We are The kni ghts afterwards dined at the Victoria Hotel Queen 's Jubilee Lodge, No. 2193, at Nelson (near Burn- on Thursday, the 28th ult. Bro. W. O. Walker pleased to hear that the commemoration of her Majesty's along with their visitor, Sir Knight Ed ward Barber, P.E.C. ley), , in this province by the proposed subscri P.S.G.W., installed Bro. John Exley as the firs t W.M., Jubilee , ption of two and also invested the officers. A large number of brethren thousand guineas for two presentations for widows in the were present. Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution is progressing most Ancient aria accepted Ette. favourabl y, much to the satisfaction of the executive, of The Fifteen Sections will be worked in the which Bro. VV. b. Smithson is Chairman , and Bro. YORK .—Hilda Chapter (No. 23) .—This chapter United Strength Lodge of Instruction , No. 22S, on Henry Smith, D.P.G.M., is Treasurer. We believe every was opened by the M.W.S., E.and P., Bro. Simpson , Wednesday next, the iith inst. Bro. James Kew, P.M. lodge in the province is supporting it, and at the Grand is the Preceptor assisied by his officers , on Friday, the 29th ult. 111. Bro. 179, , and Bro. H. Palmer, of whom full Chapter at Leeds last week, Bro. Smithson proposed and particulars may be obtained from his ad d ress, Hope Tavern , Charles James Banister, S.G.I.G. 33°, and Inspector Gen- carried a vote of fifty guineas to the fund. The chapters eral of the North-Eastern District, was received and Stanhope-street , Hampstead-road, N.W., the Honorary in the province have also accorded their warm support properly saluted. The minutes of the last meeting were Secretary. to the p roject. read and confirmed. The M.W.S. elect was presented The Knights Templar pilgrims from Mary Before the season of the year of grace and to 111, Bro. Banis ter for installation , who performed that cere- Commandery, No. 369, Philadel phia, to whose approach- mony Jubilee, 1SS7, is out, everybody will assuredly be drinking with his usual care and impressiveness . The M.W.S. ing visit to England in connection with the Temp lar Mont d'Or Champagne. Anyone may judge of its success then appointed the following officers for the year : E. and P. re-union at York in honour of the Queen 's Jubilee, will Bros. by that which attended the inauguration of the Mont d'Or W. Brown , High Prelate ; Major McGachen , ist leave New York by the Fumessia on the 2nd July instead cellars underneath Piccadill y last Friday evening. Messrs. «en. ; R . Weddington , 2nd General ; T. B. Whytehead, of as originally proposed , on the sth July. The additional P.M.W.S., Leatham and Cator may be alike congratulated on the R ecorder and Treasurer; W. Fraser, CM.; H. days thus gained will be turned to very good account, transformation of Bro. Col. Edis' crypt into a fairy C. Pickersgill like , Raphael ; Donald Grant, Captain of Guard. however, as the pil grims will have an opportunity of visit- drawing room and banqueting hal l, on the excellent supper A unanimous01 vote of thanks was proposed by the M.W.S., ing the Grant's Causeway, >ded &c. provided from the Freemasons' Tavern , and on the quan- by the Treasurer, and supported by the I.P.M. Messrs. Cassell and Company will publish during tity and quality of their company. Amongst the guests ^"•S., to their dear friend and Inspector General , 111. Bro. 1 May " The Queen 's Pictures, illustrating the chief events were Lords Rosebery and Cork, Sir Spenser Ponsonby, Jj- J. Banister, for coming so great a distance to attend , Bro. Augustus Harris their meetings. of her Majesty's life " (reproduced by the gracious per- Bro. Edis the architect , , Mr. Arthur III. Bro. Banister responded in feeling mission of the Queen), as a special Number of a'Beckett, and a great many stars of the literary world. ter ms, wishing the M.W.S., E. and P. Bro. Martin M. Jubilee K,eynard "The Magazine of Art." Ihe text will be written by Ihe Montd Or Champagne was pronounced excellent. After , a prosperous and happy year, and " Hearty good supper Bros. Nicholls and Campbell together with Mr. " to all the ^ Richard R. Holmes, Esq., F.S.A., Librarian at Windsor , ^hes members. Castle, and the work will contain engravings of ictures Chas. Coborn, gave a most entertaining concert, and , what "t refreshments the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were p Proposed which hav e been executed from time to time by the Royal is better, perhaps, than all, nobody was any the worse next and responded to, and the Inspector General left morning, ear y to catch his commands to illustra te the chief events of her Majesty 's a fact which speaks volumes for the virtue of the ' train. life, and of portraits of the Queen painted at various Mont d'Or. periods by celebrated painters. Many of these pictures The meeting of the Provincial Grand Lodge WEST LANCASHIRE ALPASS BENEVO- have never before been engraved, and are now published for the first time by the special permission of her Majesty. of East Lancashire, which is to be held in the Free Trade LENT INSTITUTION. Hall, Manchester, on Wednesday, the nth inst., bids fair Upwards of 250 of the brethren of the Woolwich to be one of the most imposing Masonic gatherings that j A meeting of the West Lancashire Alpass Benevolent and Plumstead lodges assembled at the Masonic Hall , has ever been assembled in the North of England. It is 10 was heI(J expected that about two thousand Masons will be present. till M " on Friday evening, the 22nd ult., at William-street , on Friday evening, the 29th ult., to witness, '! .Masonic Hal l , Hope-street, Liverpool , under the or assist Bro. Terry, Secretary Masonic Benevolent Insti- The proceedings will be in some measure in honour of the Presidency of Bro . Pierpoint , P.P.J.G.W. There was a tution , to perform the ceremonies of consecration and Jubilee of her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen , as an rge att ance The of the Was ft, f ni^ . special business evening installation , under the auspices of the Union Waterloo address of congratulation upon the auspicious event will .e'ection of two widows to the Fund, there being Lod ge of Instruction. Bro. Terry took the chair shortl y be moved. A full length life-size portrai t of the R.W. five for the The polling was j n .^"didates vacancies. exceed- after7 o'clock, Bro. N. Brown being appointed to the S.W. Provincial Grand Master, Bro. Col. Le Gendre N. Starkie, eav nd, after the scrutiny of the papers, it was found chair, Bro. W. Maule to the J.W. chair, and Bro. Cleal painted by Bro. Sydney Hodges, with an appropriate that a ^' . had i candidate from Lei gh and another from Liverpool acted as Secretary . The ceremonies were splendidl y address, will be presented to him by the ninety-seven ~ U Ueen e)ppt#./l 1-1,.. racn^h..,' *, .mlm/r V.r>,nrr' nin -inA /W, carried out, and a cordial vote of thanks was tendered Bro. lodges of the province ; and the Charity Committee will car • ™tes recorded for the other three candidates were Terry for his work. The musical arrangements were in present an address to Bro. J. L. Hine in acknowled gment al r '!i over until the next election , for which there are the hands of Bro. Hancock, and afterwards the breihren of his twenty-one years' services as Chairman. In addition tSarr e candidates. The Secretaries, Bros. Foote and partook of refreshments at Bro. Capon 's, the Earl of to the grand organ, a band of Masonic instrumentalists ow, earned out the arrangements most satisfactorily. Chatham Hotel. will take part in the ceremonial. The banquet will be held „.v"te of thanks to the Chairman broug ht the proceed- in the Town Hall , and the menu will be of a very choice i ntb to HOLLOWAY 's P ILLS .— In the complaints peculiar to females these a close. Pills are unrivalled. Their use by the fair sex has become so con- character. The musical arrangements will be under the stint tor the removal of their ailments that rare is the household direction of the Provincial Grand Organist, assisted by 'pi that is without them. Amongst all classes, from the domestic ser- Bros. Seymour Jackson and Fred Gordon (both of the Carl 'nstr - annuaI suPper of the Creaton Lodge of vant to 'he peeress, universal favour isacco rded to these renovating and Bro. Oliver Gagg' on Pills ; their invi gorating and Rosa Opera Company), s Masonic Wh«", ! }°"k Place on Wednesday, the 27th ult., at the piinfiing properties render them s.ife string band. The * Holel Goldhawk-road , Shepherd's Bush , W. and invaluable in all cases ; they may tic taken by females of all ' ages for any disorganisation or irregularity of the system OBACCONISTS OMMENCING ho atU 6 comforts were most liberally provided by the , speedily T C .—An Illustrated Guide of no pages St Bro r removing the cause and restoring the surferer to robust health. As " How to open respectably from £20 to ^2000; " three stamps, be a'u * havers, and a most enjoyable evening was spent a family medicine they are unapproach able " '^ge for subduing the H. Myers & Co., 109, Euston-rd., London, Telephone No, 7541, number of the brethren , maladies of young and old ,—r ADVT.j — [ADVT ,] 0 METROPOLITAN MASONIC MEETINGS. Supreme Council 33 , M.H., 33, Golden-sq., W. Chap. 6, Friendship, Willis's Rooms, St. James'. Committee Benevolent Institution , at 4. „ 569, Fitzroy, Hd. qr. Hon. Artillery Co., Cit For the week ending Saturday, May 14, ia»7. General y-road Lodge 3, Fidelity, Freemasons' Hall. Mark 144, Grosvenor, Cafe Royal, Regent-st. „ 13, Union Waterloo, William-st., Woolwich. ,, 198 , Croydon, 105, High-street, Croydon. SATURDAY, MAY 7. ,, 15, Kent, Freemasons' Hall. K.T. 26, Faith and Fidelity, &c, Cannon-street Hot. General Committee Boys' School, at 4. ,, S7, Vitruvian , Bridge House Hot., London Bridge. LODGES AND CHAPTERS OF INSTRUCTION . Lodge 142, St. Thomas's, Cannon-st. Hot. ,, 70S, Carnarvon , Mitre Hot., Hampton Court. „ Felix , Mitre Hot., Hamp ton Court. Silver Tav., Burdett-rd . Albion, The Mitre, 125, Chancery Lane. 73,0. 1494, „ 7S1, Merchant Navy, All Saints, Town Hall, Poplar, at ,, 15 67, Elliot, Railway Hot., Feltham. Lily of Richmond , Greyhound , Richmond. 7.30. „ S20, Beacontree, Bell Tavern, Leytonstone, at 8. ,, 1929, Mozart , Grey hound , Croydon. ,, 122S, Beacontree, Private Room, Red Lion, Leyton- „ 214S, Walsingham , M.H., Wilmington , Dartford. Chigwell, Loughton Public Hall, at 7.30. stone. Clapton, Lord Stanley, Sandringham-rd., Hackney, „ 2182, Sterndale Bennett , Surrey H.H., Camberwell. St. John , Three Nuns Hot., Aldgate. 8. ,, 1306 , Doric, Duke's Head, 79, Whitechapel-rd., at 8. Chap. 1326, Lebanon, Red Lion Hot., Hampton. „ 1629, United, Freemasons' Hall. NSTRUCTION . Earl of Carnarvon, Ladbroke Hall, Notting-hill, at 8. LODGiis AND CHAPTERS OF I ,, 19S6, Honor Oak, White Swan Hot., Upper Norwood. New-rd.,at 7.30. Emulation Lodge of Improvement (for M.Ms.), F.M.H. Alexandra Palace. Station Ho.,Camberwell Chap. 77S, Bard of Avon , Mitre Hot., Hamp ton Court. 7 Chiswick, Windsor Castle Hot.,King-st.,Hammersmith,7.30 St. Mark's, Surrey M.H., Camberwell. Great Northern, Berwick Arms, Berners-st., Oxford-st. „ S57, Henley, Three Crowns, North Woolwich, at Eccleston , Crown and Anchor, 79, Ebury-street,Pimlico, at 7. „ 6, Strawberry Hill , Town Hall , Twickenham. 7.30. 04 Loyalty, Private Rooms, 206, Mare-st., Hackney, at Finsbury Park, Cock Tav., Highbury, at 8. ' ,, 1305, St. Marylebone , Regent M.H., Portland-pl., W. 8. King Harold, Four Swans, Waltham Cross, at 7. St. Botolph's-chambers Metropolitan (Victoria), Portugal Hot., Fleet-st., at 7. ,, 144 6, Mount Edgcumbe, , E.C Six Bells Manchester, 17, London-st., Fitzroy-sci., at 8. Stanmore, Abercorn Hot., Great Stanmore. Ranelagh, , Queen-st., Hammersmith, VV., at 8 ,, 1549, Robert Burns, Portland Arms, Great Portland-st., Percy, Jolly Farmers, Southgate-rd., N., at 8. Mark 2S4, High Cross, Seven Sisters Hot., Tottenham. VV. New Cross-rd., S.E., at 7. [S.E., 7.30. Royal Standard, The Alwyne Castle, St. Paul's-rd., N. Star, Five Bells, LODGES AND CHAPTERS OF INSTRUCTION . Industry Chapter , Prince Regent, Dulwich-rd., Hernc-hill, Royal Alfred, Star and Garter, Kew Bridge, at 8. Goose and Gridiron , St. Paul's Churchyard, at MONDAY, MAY Burgoyne, 7. St. George's, Globe Tav., Greenwich, at 8. 9. Confidence, Hercules Tavern, Leadenhall-st., til! 9. St. James's, Gregorian Arms, Jamaica-rd., S.E., Lodge St. George and Corner Stone, Freemasons' Hall. 7 at 8. 5, Crays Valley, National Schoolroom, St. Mary Gray, 8. St. John's, York and Albany Ho., Regent's Park, N.W. „ 5S, Felicity, Ship and Turtle, Leadenhall-st. 8 W.C. Dukeof Connaught, Ryl. Edwd. Hot., Mare-st., Hackney,8 Stability, Mason 's Hall Tav., Mason 's Avenue, at 6. „ 136, Good Report , Inns of Court Hot., , Station Hot., Camberwell New-rd., at 8. Anderton 's Hot., Fleet-st. Earl of Lathom Temperance, Duke of York Tav., Evelyn-st., Deptford, 8. ,, 193 , Confidence, Fidelity, Alfred Hot., Roman-rd., Barnsbury, at 8. Ubique, King's Arms Buckingham Palace-road. Lei h , Freemasons' Hall. , )> 957« ^ Hammersmith, Board Room, Baths' Co., Bridge-rd., Ham- United Pilgrims, Surrey M.H., Camberwell New-rd., „ 1366, Hig hgate, Gatehouse Hot., High gate. 7.30, London Bridge. mersmith , 7.30. Westbourne, Lord's Hot., St. John's Wood, at 8. „ 1571, Leopold , Bridge House Hot., Stratford at 8. Freemasons' Hall. Langthorne, Swan Hot., , Wm. Preston, St. Andrew's Tav., George-st., Baker-st., VV „ 1670 , Alel phi, La Tolerance Portland Arms, Gt. Portland-st., W., at 8. , Quadratic, Mitre Hot., Hampton Court. , Hornsey Chapter , Porchester Hot., Leinster-pl., Cleveland- „ 169 1 Londesborough, Berkeley Arms, John-st., Mayfair, at 8. sq., Paddington at S. ,, Ubique, S, Air-st., Regent-st. , 1789, Merchant Navy, Silver Tav., Burdett-rd., Limehouse,7.30. Lily of Richmond Chapter , Greyhound Hot., Richmond 1 22 Earl of Lathom, Grey hound Hot., Streatham. , 8, ,, 9 , Mount Lebanon , George Inn. High-st., Boro'. 7.30. Pythagorean Chapter London-st., Royal Naval , Freemasons' Hall. ,Port\and Hot., Greenwich Chap. 59, New Concord , Jolly Farmers, Southgate-rd., N., at 8. Royal Savoy Mark The Moorgate, Finsbury-pavement „ , Panmure, Stirling Castle Hot., Church-st., , i5, , 720 Panmure, Balham Hot., Balham, 7. at 7.30. Cambenvell. Old Kent-rd., Fleet-st. Peckham, Lord Wellington Hot., 516, at 8. SATURDAY, MAY 14. „ S62, Whittington , Anderton 's Hot., Portland Hot., Greenwich , at S. Freemasons' Hall. Pythagorean, Lodge 173, Phcenix, Freemasons' Hall. ,, 111S, University, Ravensbourne, George Inn , Catford, at S. Rose Croix 53, Holy Sanctuary, 33, Golden-sq., W. ,, 1328 , Granite, Freemasons' Hall. Royal Jubilee , Mitre, 125, Chancery-lane , W.C, at 8. ,, 16S5, Guelph, Town Hall, Leyton. LODGES AND CHAPTERS OF INSTRUCTION . St. Leonard, Prince of Wales Hotel, Bishop 's-road, Vic- ,, 16S6, Paxton , Surrey M.H., Camberwell. Cc-born, Eagle Hot., Snaresbrook, at 8. toria Park, at S. Seven Sisters Hot., Page Green, Tottenham , at 8. „ 192S, Gallery, Brixton Hall, Acre Lane, Brixton . Eleanor, Stockwell , Masons' Hal l Tav., Masons'-avenue, E.C, 6. ,, King Solomon Hyde Park, Porchester Hot., Leinster-place, Cleveland-sq., 2029, , 33, Golden-sq., VV. Temperance in the East, Greenwich Pensioner, Bow-lane, Chap. 1293, Burdett , Mitre Hotel , Hampton Court. Porchester-terr., Paddington , at S. Poplar. 7.30. Cock Tav., Highbury, N., at 8.30. „ 1297, West Kent, Thicket Hot., Anerley. Kingsiand, United Mariners, Lugard Hot., Lugard-rd., Peckham. ,, Era, Loughborough, Gauden Hot., Clapham, S.W. 7.30. 1423, The Albany, Twickenham. United Strength, HopeTav.,Stanhope-st.,Regent's-pk.,atS. Mark 234, Brixton , Anderton's Hotel, Fleet-st. Marquess of Ripon , Queen's Hot., Victoria-park-rd., E. Vitruvian , Bridge House Hot., London Bridge, at 8. Metropolitan , Moorgate Tav., 15, Finsbury Pavement, 7.30. Wanderers,Victoria Mansions Restaurant,Victoria-st. S.W. at 8. Perfect Ashlar, Jamaica Tav., Southwark Park-rd., Whittington, Red Lion, Poppin's-court, Fleet-st., at 8. SOUTH KENSINGTON Prince Leopold, Printing Works, 202, Whitechapel-road , 7. Domatic Chapter , Union Tav., Air-st., VV., at S. Oueen's Westminster and St. Mao'Iebone, The Criterion, "* THURSDAY, MAY 12. LADIES' DENTAL INSTITUTION Piccadill y, W., S. Lodge Royal Athelstan , Cannon-st Hot. (K'flrf.). 19, SUSSEX HOUSE Royal Commemoration, Railway Hot., Putney, 8 till 10. „ 206, Friendshi p, Ship and Turtle, Leadenhall-st. , 43, SUSSEX PLACE, , OLD BROMPTON ROAD, S.W. (Opposite London 8s Provincial Bank.l Selwyn, East Dulwich Hot., East Dulwich at 3. ,, 23S, Pilgrim , Freemasons' Hall (worked in the Sincerity, Railway Tav., Fenchurch-st., at 7. German language.) Originally intended to benefit necessitous gentlewomen only, St. Ambrose, Barons' Court Hot., VV. Kensington, at 7.45. ,, S69, Gresham , Cheshunt Gt. House, Cheshunt-p k. since extended to servants and others, object being not to compete St. James's Union, Union Tav., Air-st., Regent-st., at 8. Southwark , Bridge House Hot., London Bdge. with cheap dentists, but to alTord persons of limited means an „ 879, opportunit y of obtaining St. Mark's, Surrey M. H., Camberwell New-rd. [E.C, 7. „ 107 6, Capper, Guildhall Tav., Gresham-st. Moorgate-st., Strong Man, Bull and Bell, Ropemaker-st., ,, 1216, Macdonakl, Headquarters ist Surrey Rifles, SUPERIOR ARTIFICIAL TEETH, &c, United Military, Earl of Chatham, Thomas-st., Woolwich. Flodden-rd., Camberwell. of best materials and workmanship, with all the most modern and Uppei Upper Norwood, White Hart Hot., Church-rd., „ 1457, Bagshaw, Public Hal l, Loughton , Essex. scientitic impro vements, at less cost than often pai d for inferior Norwood, at 8. ,, S, Dukeof Connaug ht , Surrey M.H., Camberwell. dentistry, by their attending on Mondays, Wednesdays, and iss Fridays only. See prospectus . Surgeon Dentists by di p'oma Wellington, White Swan Hot., High-st., Deptford, S to 10 „ 1642, Earl of Carnarvon, Ladbroke Hall, Ladbroke- at (Royal College of Surgeons} in attendance daily. Onl y thoroughly West Smithfield , New Market Hot., E.C, 7.30. grove-rd., Notfing-hill. practical and recognised mechanics employed. Gas administered Zetland, York and Albany, Park-st., Regent's Park. ,, 1S04, Coborn , Vestry Hall, Bow. By properly qualified medical man (experienced lady present). No Doric Chapter. Duke's Head, 7Q, Whitechapel-rd., at 6. „ 21CS, Derby Allcroft , Athenreum , Camden-rd., appointment necessary. Consultations free. As it has come to the knowled ge of the gentlemen interested that the objects of the TUESDAY, MAY 10. Islington. Chap. Mount Lebanon, Bridge House Hot., London institution have been much abused by ladies of position partici pa- Supreme Council 0, M.H., Golden-sq., VV. 73, ting in the benefits, it is now, therefore, requested that only those 33 33, Bridge. for whom the institution is intended—viz ., persons of limited Lodge 46, Old Union , Holborn Viaduct Hot. ,> 'jSs, Friends in Council , 33, Golden-sq., VV. means—will in future seek to avail themselves of its advantages , „ 167, St. Joh n 's, Holl y Bush Tav., Hamps '.ead. Mark , Davison , Sa, Red Lion-sq., W.C. as Tuesday, Thursdays , and Saturdays are entirel y s;t apart for ' 331 » 2Z5, N'ine Muses, Willis 's Rooms, St. James s. K.T. 117, New Temp le, Inner Temple, E.C. private practice, both for ladies and gentlemen. „ 12C Stanhope Surrey M.H., Camberwell. CAUTION .—Owing to the number of unscrupulous imitators in 9, , LODGES AND CHAPTERS OF INSTRUCTION. » : Royal Naval College, Ship Hot., Greenwich. S. Kensington and other localities, to avoid future mistakes ami 593> Brownrigg, Alexandra Hotel , Kingston Hill , at 8. imposition , patients will please observe, before entering, name- „ 1604, Wanderers, Freemasons Hall. NewBethnal Green-road plate of Senior Consulting Dental Surgeon „ 166S, Samson , S, Air-st., Regent-st. Burdett Coutts, Swan Tav., , at S. , s Inn Restaurant High Holborn H. F. PARTRIDGE , L.D.S., R.C.S., F.S.S. ,, 1769, Clarendon , Guildhall Tav., Gresham-st. Camden, Lincoln' , 305, ,at7. Tiptree Tavern , 6, Leadenhall-st,, at 6. Hon. Sec., M AJOR G. H OLLAND , R.A. No Branches. „ 1969, VValdeck, Freemasons' Hall. City of London, „ Drury Lane, Theatre Royal Covent Garden, The Crilerion, Piccadilly, at 8. 2127, , Drury Lane. Goldhawk-rd., Chap. 185, Jerusalem , Freemasons' Tav. Creaton , Wheatsheaf Hotel, Shepherd's Mark 315, Henniker , Sa, Red Lion-sq., W.C. Bush, VV., at 8. GODDAKD'S WHITE HOESE OILS Crusaders, Old Jerusalem Tav., St. John's-gate, Clerken- FOR HORSES, DOGS & CATTLE. si o32> Boro' of Greenwich , William the Fourth, Trafal gar-rd., Greenwich. well, at 9. For Lameness, Spavins, Splints, Sprains, Wind Galls, Ring B°rie< Duke of Edinburgh, Cape of Good Hope Tav . (opposite Sprung Sinews, Curb Cuts, Bruises, Sore Backs, Sore Shoulders, LODGES AND CHAPTERS OF I NSTRUCTION . Limehouse Church , E.), at 7. Broken Knees, Sore Throats, Influenza , Rheumatism , &c, Sec. Brixton , Prince Regent Dulwich-rd., , East Brixton , at 8. Ebury, 12, Ponsonby-st., Millbank , at S. Sold by Chemists, Corn Merchants, Harness Makers, Capper, Railway Tav., Angel-lane, Stratford , at 8. Egyptian , Hercules Tav., Leadenhall-st., 7.30. Stores, &c. Constitutional, Bedford Hot., Southampton Bdgs., at 7. Elliot, Railway Hotel , Feltham. Price, in Bottles, 6d. and is. each, or Wholesale at Chaucer, The Old White Hart, High-st., Borough , at 8. Guelph, Town Hall , Leyton , S. BARCLAY & SOUS, ffARRINGDOff BD- Corinthian, George Hot., Cubitt Town, Poplar, at 8. Highgate, Bull and Gate, Highgate-road, N., at 8. Dalhousie, The Sisters'Tav., Pownall-rd., Dalston , E,, at 8. High Cross, Coach and Horses, High-road , Tottenham,at 8. Domatic, Surrey M.H., Camberwell New-rd., at S, Ivy, Railway Tav., Battersea Rise, S.VV, at 8. TT\R. SPARK'S LIBER MUSICUS Duke of Albany, Rock Tav., Battersea-park-rd., at 8. Justice, Brown Bea r, High-st., Deptford, S to 10. ¦^—^ is now published in a Emblematic, Red Lion, York-st., Jerrnyn-st., VV., at 8. White Hart, Cannon-st., at Langton , 5.30. CHEAP, PORTABLE FORM, BOUND IN CLOTH , Enfield , Rose and Crown, Church-st., Edmonton , at 8. Leopold, Austin 's Hotel London-st., Fenchurch-st., Excelsior Commercial DockTav., , 7, with gilt edges, . Plough-rd., Rotherhithe,8. City, E.C, at 7.30. Faith, Victoria Mansions Restaurant , Victoria-st., at 8. Royal Savoy, Yorkshire Grey, London-st., Tottenham-ct.- AT THE PRICE OF TEN SHILLINGS. Finsbury, King's Head Tavern , 42, Threadneed!e-st., at 7. road, at 8. the large handsome folio copy being 425. Florence Nightingale, M.H., William-st,, Woolwich, 7.30, Royal Arthur, Prince of Wales Hot. (opposite Wimbledon Friars Liverpool Arms , , Canning Town, at 7.30. Railway Station), at 7.30. Sslington, Champion Hot., Aldersgate-st., E.G., at 6.30. From "The Freemason " March 22nd, 1884- Royal Albeit, White Hait Hot., Abchurch-lane, at 7.30. , Joppa, Champion Hot., Aldersgate-st., at 7. Rose, Sterling Castle, Church-st., Camberwell , at 8. " This is a more compact and cheaper edition of a wal" Kennington , Giraffe Tav., Newington Crescent, Newing- Salisbury, Union Tav., Air-st., Regent-st., at 8. known and very useful work for lodges and brethren, rot ton Butts , S.E., at 7.30. St. Luke's, White Hart, King 's-road, Chelsea, at S. some time past a tendency has been happily increasing Kensington, Scarsdale Arms, Edward-sq., Kensington. S, amongst us to develope and utilize the elevating a™ l.il Sir Hugh Myddelton , White Horse Tav., Liverpool-rd., 8. y, Greyhound, Richmond, at S. Southwark , Sir Garnet Wolseley, Rotherhith e New-rd., 8. sympathetic influences of music in our lodge ceremonials Mount Edgcumbe, Three Stags, Kennington-rd., at S. and lodge gatherings. We feel sure, after a long a PPr New Cross Southern Sta r, Sir Sydney Smith, Chester-st., Kennington. stii^,[ , Chester Arms, A!bany-st., N.W., at 8. The Great City, M.H., Mason 's-avenue , E.C, 6.30. ticeship, that our very effective ritual can be rendered New Finsbury Park, Hornsey WoodT., anu Finsbury Park, at 8. Tredegar, Wellingto n Arms, Wellington-rd., Bow-rd., 7.30. more striking and impressive, if under due carefulness Prince Fi edk. Wm., Eagle Tav., Clifton-rd., Maida-hil!, 8. proper control we employ the always beneficial aid 0 Union Waterloo, Earl of Chatham, Thomas-st., Woolwich. a» Pilgrim (German language), Guildhall Tav., Gresham-st., Victoria Park Yorkshire Grey, h-st., Stratford the soft influences of harmony, alike symbolical E.C., ist and lues. , Hig , at 8. an 3rd West Middlesex , Bell Hot., Ealing, at realistic. It is undoubtedly true from the happy Royal Naval College, Greenwich Hospital Schools, at 8. 7.30. > Eccleston Chapter , Crown and Anchor, 79, Ebury-st., 7.30. appropriate " morceaux " which still survive amongst South Middlesex , Beaufort House, Walham Green, 7.3.5. North London Chapter , Alwyne Castle Tavern, St. Paul's- that music was once cultivated, more than it has been jp^¦ St. George's, Public Hall, New Cross, at 8. rd., Canonbury, at 8. present century at any rate, in our Masonic meetiie Wandsworth, East Hill Hot., Alma-rd., S.W., at S. 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