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a younger member , who be was sure would eventually come to the chair . Bro . Brown P . M . and Seo . said his services as P . M . were always at command of the brethren ; it was for four years now that he had held a collar of office , and he was proud to hold one now . Bro . Ferry P . M . followed ; he said that to hold a collar in hia mother Lodge wasas Bro . Bellerby had said , tho highest compliment that
, could be paid . Bro . Chivers , the father of the Lodge , supplemented the remarks of the other speakers with a few appropriate observations . The W . M . then announced that he hacl undertaken a Ste-waroBmp at the vaxi Aumveveary Festival for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institntion , and , in proposing the toast of the Masonic Charities , he would remind them that Bro . Goodall P . M . is a Steward
for the Boys' School at the Festival to be held in June next . They all had to regret the absence of Bro . Terry , bnt there was present a very good representative in Bro . Mason . This brother , in an exhaustive speech , responded . It was the first time be had visited the Prosperity Lodge , but it had gone through the length and breadth of the land how charitable its members were . Bro . Terry was away ,
for the benefit of his health . Their W . M . had accepted a Stewardship for the R . M . B . I ., and Bro . Goodall would do a like service for the Boys' iu June . Bro . Chicken was third on tho list as regards amount at the last Festival for the R . M . B . I ., when he took up £ 142 16 s . He ( Bro . Mason ) heartily thanked them for their support . The health of the Treasurer and Secretary followed , and on the
names being announced , the toast was received enthusiastically . Brother Brown P . M . said , ten years since he was raised ; he had been now four years a Past Master , and was pleased to say , as long as he was spared his services wonld be at their command . The toast of the Junior Officers followed , the W . M . remarking every one was qualified to fill any duty he might be called upon to undertake . Bros ,
Schadler S . W . and Rich J . W . eloquently responded ; they were followed by Brothers Hanbury , Marshall , Gregory , Walker , and Caton . Finally , the Tyler ' s toast was given . The harmony of the evening was contributed to by Bros . Drew . Thompson , Marshall , and Graham , the latter presiding at the piano . This brother also gave a whistling accompaniment , sweetly and artistically . Altogether a very enjoyable
evening was passed . The following we noticed among the Visitors : — H . Rawes 950 , B . Hughes 27 , West W . M . 1815 , J . B . Piednne 172 , T . J . Maidwell P . M . 27 , J . Sparta 1771 , J . R . Binfon 52 , T . Rushton P M . 212 , Haslip W . M . 813 , J . Mason P . P . S . G . D . Middlesex Collector Royal Masonio Benevolent Institution , J . L . Mather P . P . G . D . C . Herts , W . Fox 192 , S . Hay worth P . M . 15 , West W . M . 1815 , Pattison
27 , Beaumont P . M . 901 , Brown 975 , Cobleston 1289 , Dobbs 879 , Thompson 1568 , Garner P . M . 975 , Marlet W . M . 174 , C . Walker P . M . 172 , A . Drew P . M . 890 , F . Duckford P . M . 515 , H . M . Levy P . M . 188 .
ROYAL ALFRED LODGE , No . 780 .
THE members assembled to transact the business of the Lodge at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew-bridge , on Friday , the 24 th ultimo , at three o ' clock . In the absence of the W . M ., Bro . 0 . Costelow , the chair was taken by the I . P . M ., Bro . B . E . Blasby ; Bros . L . Franckel S . W ., J . J . Gunner J . W ., W . Hilton P . M . Secretary , W . Gomm P . M . Treasurer , W . D . Beckett S . D ., 3 . G . Le Grys J . D .
0 . Botley M . C , 0 . Maton Steward , A . Kent Organist . Visitors-James H . Jarvis 1627 , W . Williams 857 , J . G . Rush J . D . 1201 , H . Cooper 169 , A . H . Smith I . P . M . 56 , C . Andrews P . M . 77 , W . W . Morgan Secretary 211 , John Nelson P . M . 1294 , L . Lichtwitz 1642
E . Monson jun . I . G . 1194 , W . H . Ellis 554 , John N . Hare 1744 , J . H . Burton 1260 , Montague Flint 1612 , E . S . Wright 1612 . After the minutes of last Lodge meeting had been read and confirmed , it was proposed by Bro . Past Master Gomm , and seconded by Bro . Past Master
Blasby" Thafc the brethren here assembled take this opportunity of oxpressing their gratitude to Almighty God for preserving the life of Her Most Gracious Majesty onr beloved Sovereign the Queen ; to congratulate her on her recent escape from the dastardly and cowardly attempt on her life ; and to express their horror and detestation at so foul and treasonable an act . That this resolution be recorded on the minutes of tbe Lodge . "
This , on being put to the meeting , was most enthusiastically received , and carried unanimously . Reference was nexfc made to the valuable services rendered by Brother Walter Goss P . M ., who bad so worthily fulfilled the duties of Treasurer to the Lodge . The acting W . M . stated thafc ifc had been decided to offer
for the acceptance of Bro . Goss some tangible expression of the esteem in which he is held . He had therefore ranch pleasure in offering their late Treasurer a testimonial which had been provided by the members . This , an illuminated vellum , which had been most artistically executed , bore the following inscription : —
ROYAL ALFRED LODGE , "SO . 780 . This testimonial was presented to Bro . WALTER Goss P . M ., By the Brethren of the Royal Alfred Lodge , As a mark of esteem , and in appreciation of the services rendered
by him During the time he performed the duties of Treasurer of the Lodge . B . E . BDASUY W . M . LUDOLPH FRANCKEL S . W , J . J . GUNNER J . W .
WILLIAM GOMM P . M . Treas . WM . HILTON P . M . Sec . March 1882 . Bro . Goss having gracefully acknowledged the honour conferred upon him , ceremonial work was proceeded with . There were two candidates for the second degree—Bros . Christopher Frederic Emmott aud John Fewkes . Both sustained their claim for prefer-
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ment , and were in due course passed by Bro . Blasby . The ballot wag now brought into requisition for Mr . Spencer Henry James Flint , who was proposed by Bro . Roe P . M ., and seconded by the acting W . M . The result was in favour of the candidate , who was introduced and initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry . The consideration of several matters in connection with home affairs was then brought under notice , and after routine work Lodge was closed . A capital
banquet was now supplied , the arrangements made by Bro . Brill meeting with universal approval . It may be mentioned here that the worthy host spares no effort to make his guests comfortable the Lodge room is a fine , spacious apartment , admirably ventilated while ante-rooms are available for every purpose connected with our ceremonies . The toasts were ably introduced by the acting W . M . of the evening , aud the proceedings throughout were of the most agreeable character .
ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 1343 .
" / i RATS , a town of Essex , with a market on Thursdays , and vT 1 fair , on May 23 , for cattle and hardware . It ia seated on the side of the Thames , 19 miles E . of London . Lon . 0 . 16 . E . lat . 51 . 28 . N . " We take the above short statement of the headquarters of this flourishing Lodge from au old Gazetteer under date 1766 ; those of onr readers who happen to be acquainted with the Grays of to-day
may draw their own comparison . Ifc is well known that in Essex during the eighteenth century Freemasonry waa well practised , and doubtless the little town of Grays sent its contingent of Craftsmen to sustain and carry onfc the teachings of Freemasonry . However , be it as it may , of this we are assured , that amongst the members of the St . John's Lodge we have men who strive to the utmost of their
ability to uphold the principles taught by our precepts , and who proffer their hospitality in a manner characteristic of true English men . The installation meeting took place on Tuesday , 28 th ultimo , at the King's Arms Hotel , when the Lodge -was opened by Bro . Edwin Sturgeon , who was supported by his Officers . After the minutes of last meeting had been read aud confirmed , the report of the Audit
Committee was received and adopted . Bros . Pringle and Hall , candidates for the second degree , were then examined as to their proficiency ; they sustained their claim for preferment , and were entrusted hy the W . M . Lodge was advanced , and the candidates were regularly passed to the degree of Fellow Craft . Bro . Edwin Sturgeon now vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Robert Gray , Past Grand Deacon
of England , who had kindly undertaken the duties of Installing Master . Bro . Sturgeon introduced the S . W ., Bro . Frank Sackett , aa W . M . elect , and Bro . Gray proceeded with the ceremony . In due course a Board of Installed Masters was opened , and performed its share in the labours of the day . On the re-admission of the brethren , the W . M . was saluted in the three degrees . The following
brethren were then appointed Officers for the year : —D . Bartlett S . W ., F . J . W . Wingrove J . W ., E . Sturgeon P . M . Treasurer , Rev . J . H . Rowley Chaplain , J . Howell Secretary , T . Norris S . D ., R . Lloyd-Williams J . D ., Potter I . G ., Martin Ty ler . The addresses to Master and "Wardens were delivered by the Installing Master , who throughout had ably conducted the ceremony , while the closing
address waa delivered most impressively by Past Master Alfred Sturgeon . Tbe Past Master ' s jewel of tho Lodge was presented to the retiring Master , Bro . Sackefcfc expressing to Bro . E . Sturgeon the satisfaction felt by the biethren for the zeal he had displayed during the past year . This tribute of regard was gracefully acknowledged by the I . P . M . Routine work followed ; ifc was mentioned
incidentally thafc the two candidates in whom the St . John ' s Lodge were deeply interested had secured the support of the recently established Provincial Organisation , and fervent hopes were expressed for the success of these applicants . The Visitors tendered their hearty good wishes , and Lodge was closed . After a short interval the banquet was served , and in a most
satisfactory way . Ample justice having been done to the good things provided , the W . M . proceeded with the toasts . The Loyal ones were ' oyally received . With thafc of the Earl of Carnarvon Pro Grand Master , the Earl of Lathom Deputy Grand Master , and the Grand Officers Past and Present was associated the name of Bro . Robert Gray , who was personally thankpd by the W . M . for having taken so active
a part in the day ' s proceedings . Bro . Gray in replying said it was always a pleasure to him to have his name associated with the distinguished Ma ons who were at the head of our Masonio Diet . This pleasure seemed to be intensified by the enthusiasm elicited from a recent event , where , through the intervention of the Great Architect of the Universe , our Gracious Sovereign had escaped the
dastardly attempt upon her life . In tbe Pro Graud Master and the Deputy Grand Master we had essentially the right men in the right places . The Provinces likewise were singularly fortunate in having eood and worthy gentlemen to preside over their destinies ; he thought Esses particularly so , as fow men conld be more popular than was Lord Tenterden . Bro . Gray concluded his remarks by
thanking the brethren for tho hearty reception they had given him . The next toast was that of Lord Tenterden Provincial Graud Master of Essex , and the Provincial Grand Officers Present and Past . The Lodge was favoured , inasmuch as it had two Grand Officers amongst its members ; the W . M . would call on Bro . Alfred Sturgeon Prov . Grand Deacon to respond . After the toasfc had been acknowledged ,
the I . P . M . proposed tho health of tho W . M . He ( Bro . Edwin Storgeon ) had a lively recollection of the day when Brother Sackett was initiated in this Lodge . He had steadily worked upwards , and had secured the esteem of one and all of its members ; he felt assured 'he business of the Lodge would bo carried on satisfactorily . Bro .
Sackett in reply was gratified by what had been urged in his favour by Bro . Past Master Sturgeon . He had been called upon at an earlier age than he conld have anticipated ; he , however , fully realised the deep responsibilities he had undertaken , and would strive to the uttermost to fulfil them . Iu replying for tbe Past Masters , Brother £
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a younger member , who be was sure would eventually come to the chair . Bro . Brown P . M . and Seo . said his services as P . M . were always at command of the brethren ; it was for four years now that he had held a collar of office , and he was proud to hold one now . Bro . Ferry P . M . followed ; he said that to hold a collar in hia mother Lodge wasas Bro . Bellerby had said , tho highest compliment that
, could be paid . Bro . Chivers , the father of the Lodge , supplemented the remarks of the other speakers with a few appropriate observations . The W . M . then announced that he hacl undertaken a Ste-waroBmp at the vaxi Aumveveary Festival for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institntion , and , in proposing the toast of the Masonic Charities , he would remind them that Bro . Goodall P . M . is a Steward
for the Boys' School at the Festival to be held in June next . They all had to regret the absence of Bro . Terry , bnt there was present a very good representative in Bro . Mason . This brother , in an exhaustive speech , responded . It was the first time be had visited the Prosperity Lodge , but it had gone through the length and breadth of the land how charitable its members were . Bro . Terry was away ,
for the benefit of his health . Their W . M . had accepted a Stewardship for the R . M . B . I ., and Bro . Goodall would do a like service for the Boys' iu June . Bro . Chicken was third on tho list as regards amount at the last Festival for the R . M . B . I ., when he took up £ 142 16 s . He ( Bro . Mason ) heartily thanked them for their support . The health of the Treasurer and Secretary followed , and on the
names being announced , the toast was received enthusiastically . Brother Brown P . M . said , ten years since he was raised ; he had been now four years a Past Master , and was pleased to say , as long as he was spared his services wonld be at their command . The toast of the Junior Officers followed , the W . M . remarking every one was qualified to fill any duty he might be called upon to undertake . Bros ,
Schadler S . W . and Rich J . W . eloquently responded ; they were followed by Brothers Hanbury , Marshall , Gregory , Walker , and Caton . Finally , the Tyler ' s toast was given . The harmony of the evening was contributed to by Bros . Drew . Thompson , Marshall , and Graham , the latter presiding at the piano . This brother also gave a whistling accompaniment , sweetly and artistically . Altogether a very enjoyable
evening was passed . The following we noticed among the Visitors : — H . Rawes 950 , B . Hughes 27 , West W . M . 1815 , J . B . Piednne 172 , T . J . Maidwell P . M . 27 , J . Sparta 1771 , J . R . Binfon 52 , T . Rushton P M . 212 , Haslip W . M . 813 , J . Mason P . P . S . G . D . Middlesex Collector Royal Masonio Benevolent Institution , J . L . Mather P . P . G . D . C . Herts , W . Fox 192 , S . Hay worth P . M . 15 , West W . M . 1815 , Pattison
27 , Beaumont P . M . 901 , Brown 975 , Cobleston 1289 , Dobbs 879 , Thompson 1568 , Garner P . M . 975 , Marlet W . M . 174 , C . Walker P . M . 172 , A . Drew P . M . 890 , F . Duckford P . M . 515 , H . M . Levy P . M . 188 .
ROYAL ALFRED LODGE , No . 780 .
THE members assembled to transact the business of the Lodge at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew-bridge , on Friday , the 24 th ultimo , at three o ' clock . In the absence of the W . M ., Bro . 0 . Costelow , the chair was taken by the I . P . M ., Bro . B . E . Blasby ; Bros . L . Franckel S . W ., J . J . Gunner J . W ., W . Hilton P . M . Secretary , W . Gomm P . M . Treasurer , W . D . Beckett S . D ., 3 . G . Le Grys J . D .
0 . Botley M . C , 0 . Maton Steward , A . Kent Organist . Visitors-James H . Jarvis 1627 , W . Williams 857 , J . G . Rush J . D . 1201 , H . Cooper 169 , A . H . Smith I . P . M . 56 , C . Andrews P . M . 77 , W . W . Morgan Secretary 211 , John Nelson P . M . 1294 , L . Lichtwitz 1642
E . Monson jun . I . G . 1194 , W . H . Ellis 554 , John N . Hare 1744 , J . H . Burton 1260 , Montague Flint 1612 , E . S . Wright 1612 . After the minutes of last Lodge meeting had been read and confirmed , it was proposed by Bro . Past Master Gomm , and seconded by Bro . Past Master
Blasby" Thafc the brethren here assembled take this opportunity of oxpressing their gratitude to Almighty God for preserving the life of Her Most Gracious Majesty onr beloved Sovereign the Queen ; to congratulate her on her recent escape from the dastardly and cowardly attempt on her life ; and to express their horror and detestation at so foul and treasonable an act . That this resolution be recorded on the minutes of tbe Lodge . "
This , on being put to the meeting , was most enthusiastically received , and carried unanimously . Reference was nexfc made to the valuable services rendered by Brother Walter Goss P . M ., who bad so worthily fulfilled the duties of Treasurer to the Lodge . The acting W . M . stated thafc ifc had been decided to offer
for the acceptance of Bro . Goss some tangible expression of the esteem in which he is held . He had therefore ranch pleasure in offering their late Treasurer a testimonial which had been provided by the members . This , an illuminated vellum , which had been most artistically executed , bore the following inscription : —
ROYAL ALFRED LODGE , "SO . 780 . This testimonial was presented to Bro . WALTER Goss P . M ., By the Brethren of the Royal Alfred Lodge , As a mark of esteem , and in appreciation of the services rendered
by him During the time he performed the duties of Treasurer of the Lodge . B . E . BDASUY W . M . LUDOLPH FRANCKEL S . W , J . J . GUNNER J . W .
WILLIAM GOMM P . M . Treas . WM . HILTON P . M . Sec . March 1882 . Bro . Goss having gracefully acknowledged the honour conferred upon him , ceremonial work was proceeded with . There were two candidates for the second degree—Bros . Christopher Frederic Emmott aud John Fewkes . Both sustained their claim for prefer-
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ment , and were in due course passed by Bro . Blasby . The ballot wag now brought into requisition for Mr . Spencer Henry James Flint , who was proposed by Bro . Roe P . M ., and seconded by the acting W . M . The result was in favour of the candidate , who was introduced and initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry . The consideration of several matters in connection with home affairs was then brought under notice , and after routine work Lodge was closed . A capital
banquet was now supplied , the arrangements made by Bro . Brill meeting with universal approval . It may be mentioned here that the worthy host spares no effort to make his guests comfortable the Lodge room is a fine , spacious apartment , admirably ventilated while ante-rooms are available for every purpose connected with our ceremonies . The toasts were ably introduced by the acting W . M . of the evening , aud the proceedings throughout were of the most agreeable character .
ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 1343 .
" / i RATS , a town of Essex , with a market on Thursdays , and vT 1 fair , on May 23 , for cattle and hardware . It ia seated on the side of the Thames , 19 miles E . of London . Lon . 0 . 16 . E . lat . 51 . 28 . N . " We take the above short statement of the headquarters of this flourishing Lodge from au old Gazetteer under date 1766 ; those of onr readers who happen to be acquainted with the Grays of to-day
may draw their own comparison . Ifc is well known that in Essex during the eighteenth century Freemasonry waa well practised , and doubtless the little town of Grays sent its contingent of Craftsmen to sustain and carry onfc the teachings of Freemasonry . However , be it as it may , of this we are assured , that amongst the members of the St . John's Lodge we have men who strive to the utmost of their
ability to uphold the principles taught by our precepts , and who proffer their hospitality in a manner characteristic of true English men . The installation meeting took place on Tuesday , 28 th ultimo , at the King's Arms Hotel , when the Lodge -was opened by Bro . Edwin Sturgeon , who was supported by his Officers . After the minutes of last meeting had been read aud confirmed , the report of the Audit
Committee was received and adopted . Bros . Pringle and Hall , candidates for the second degree , were then examined as to their proficiency ; they sustained their claim for preferment , and were entrusted hy the W . M . Lodge was advanced , and the candidates were regularly passed to the degree of Fellow Craft . Bro . Edwin Sturgeon now vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Robert Gray , Past Grand Deacon
of England , who had kindly undertaken the duties of Installing Master . Bro . Sturgeon introduced the S . W ., Bro . Frank Sackett , aa W . M . elect , and Bro . Gray proceeded with the ceremony . In due course a Board of Installed Masters was opened , and performed its share in the labours of the day . On the re-admission of the brethren , the W . M . was saluted in the three degrees . The following
brethren were then appointed Officers for the year : —D . Bartlett S . W ., F . J . W . Wingrove J . W ., E . Sturgeon P . M . Treasurer , Rev . J . H . Rowley Chaplain , J . Howell Secretary , T . Norris S . D ., R . Lloyd-Williams J . D ., Potter I . G ., Martin Ty ler . The addresses to Master and "Wardens were delivered by the Installing Master , who throughout had ably conducted the ceremony , while the closing
address waa delivered most impressively by Past Master Alfred Sturgeon . Tbe Past Master ' s jewel of tho Lodge was presented to the retiring Master , Bro . Sackefcfc expressing to Bro . E . Sturgeon the satisfaction felt by the biethren for the zeal he had displayed during the past year . This tribute of regard was gracefully acknowledged by the I . P . M . Routine work followed ; ifc was mentioned
incidentally thafc the two candidates in whom the St . John ' s Lodge were deeply interested had secured the support of the recently established Provincial Organisation , and fervent hopes were expressed for the success of these applicants . The Visitors tendered their hearty good wishes , and Lodge was closed . After a short interval the banquet was served , and in a most
satisfactory way . Ample justice having been done to the good things provided , the W . M . proceeded with the toasts . The Loyal ones were ' oyally received . With thafc of the Earl of Carnarvon Pro Grand Master , the Earl of Lathom Deputy Grand Master , and the Grand Officers Past and Present was associated the name of Bro . Robert Gray , who was personally thankpd by the W . M . for having taken so active
a part in the day ' s proceedings . Bro . Gray in replying said it was always a pleasure to him to have his name associated with the distinguished Ma ons who were at the head of our Masonio Diet . This pleasure seemed to be intensified by the enthusiasm elicited from a recent event , where , through the intervention of the Great Architect of the Universe , our Gracious Sovereign had escaped the
dastardly attempt upon her life . In tbe Pro Graud Master and the Deputy Grand Master we had essentially the right men in the right places . The Provinces likewise were singularly fortunate in having eood and worthy gentlemen to preside over their destinies ; he thought Esses particularly so , as fow men conld be more popular than was Lord Tenterden . Bro . Gray concluded his remarks by
thanking the brethren for tho hearty reception they had given him . The next toast was that of Lord Tenterden Provincial Graud Master of Essex , and the Provincial Grand Officers Present and Past . The Lodge was favoured , inasmuch as it had two Grand Officers amongst its members ; the W . M . would call on Bro . Alfred Sturgeon Prov . Grand Deacon to respond . After the toasfc had been acknowledged ,
the I . P . M . proposed tho health of tho W . M . He ( Bro . Edwin Storgeon ) had a lively recollection of the day when Brother Sackett was initiated in this Lodge . He had steadily worked upwards , and had secured the esteem of one and all of its members ; he felt assured 'he business of the Lodge would bo carried on satisfactorily . Bro .
Sackett in reply was gratified by what had been urged in his favour by Bro . Past Master Sturgeon . He had been called upon at an earlier age than he conld have anticipated ; he , however , fully realised the deep responsibilities he had undertaken , and would strive to the uttermost to fulfil them . Iu replying for tbe Past Masters , Brother £