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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall be pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to send a representative , to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CKAFT : METROPOLITAN . Chaucer Lodge , No . 1540 . A VERY successful meeting was held on Monday , at the St . James ' s Restaurant , Piccadilly . There were present : Bros . Wm . Miles W . M ., J . Genese I . P . M ., A . Barclay S . W ., A . Sarjeant J . W ., A . J . Bailey P . M . Sec , L . Weil P . M . Treasurer , S . Russell S . D ., E . H . Parry J . D ., W . Cooper I . G ., Rev . S . Roco Chaplain , G . W . Cooper Organist , W . Klingenstein P . M ., C . Graham P . M .,
V . Calm P . M ., C . Featherstone P . M ., Dr ., H . . Oppenheimer P . M ., W . Geddes , G . Leonard Jones , S . L . Heymann , Reid , H . V . Purvis , R . A . Passmore , De VrieS , Wimmelbacher , E . Oppenheimer , S . L . Cook , E . Simon , H . Thomson , G . H . Ribbons 1928 , H . Simon 25 , J . D . Behr 206 New York , R . H . Heney 144 , A . J . Shepherd 2428 and Young Tyler .
The Lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the Installation meeting held in October were read and confirmed . The Bye-Laws of the Lodge were also read . Bros . Purvis and Thompson being candidates for passing
answered the questions admirably and were entrusted . The Lodge was then opened in the second degree , and the two Brethren mentioned were duly passed . Bro . Miles W . M . then gave the explanation of the tracing board , and was congratulated by the Brethren assembled .
After the banquet which followed , the various Loyal and congratulatory toasts were given and replied to in a very , happy manner , and these were interspersed with a delightful musical programme , under the direction of Bro . Organist G . W . Cooper , which included the following artistes , viz . : Miss Kate Hammings , Bros . R . H . Heney , Simon , and G . Leonard Jones .
* * » Skelmersdale Lodge , No . 1658 . THE annual election meeting took place on Thursday , 22 nd ult ., at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell , when the Brethren assembled in good number to attend to their Masonic duties , and no doubt with the pleasurable intention of giving their unanimous vote to Bro . T . J . Rawlings , who as Senior Warden came next in rotation for election as Worshipful Master of the Lodge .
The Lodge was opened by Bro . Robert Gabell W . M ., who had the assistance of Bros . William Croxson I . P . M . Treasurer , T . J . Rawlings S . W ., James Palmer J . W ., Past Masters H . B . Buckeridge , Humphrey Cohen , R . Rowland ; B . Cohen S . D ., J . B . Thornelow J . D ., J . W . Sandell D . C , R . A . Symons acting Org ., W . E . Bennett I . G ., E . H . Smith Steward , Charley Plant P . M . Tyler ; with Bros .
W . R . Culleyford , G . Potter , J . L . Smith , S . Morris , E . Wass , J . W . Tratt , J . Atkinson , F . Atkinson , J . Dawson , W . Rose , H . Levy , J . Shaw , S . May , J . Gibbs , W . Clarkson , W . Biles , J . C . Davies , J . D . Godefroy , W . Tavener , G . Cully , W . Knapman , F . Nilen , P . Nilen , J . E . Evans , J . F . Wetzen , F . Marlow , J . Hibble , C . Sisman , W . Perrin , G . Wagner , J . R . Paoworth , & c .
The Visitors included Bros . D . P . Donovan Ancient Landmark Lodge ( American Constitution ) , Shanghai , T . Hardy 16 3 8 , W . Williams 101 , W . H . Bale P . M . and Treasurer 87 , G . Reynolds 8 7 , W . Young 72 , W . E . Cobley 548 , C . Williams 16 95 , John Rugg J . D . 1298 , W . Wise io 22 , P . Saunders 55 , George White P . M . 977 , E . R . Hough 198 7 , E . Parker , J . Wynman , and others .
The minutes having been confirmed , the Lodge was opened in the second degree , and Bros . G . Cully , G . Potter , F . C . Atkinson and J . Atkinson were examined and entrusted . The Lodge was opened in the third degree , and in due course those candidates were raised as Master Masons .
The Lodge was resumed to the first degree and Bros . W . Rose and S . C . May , who were initiated at the previous meeting , answered the questions to the satisfaction of the W . M . and were entrusted . The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and those Brethren were oassed Fellow Craft .
The Lodge was again resumed to the first degree , and the W . M . announced that the ballot would be taken for Messrs . F . G . Hardy , J . W . Tredwen and C . Castleman as candidates for initiation . It proved unanimous in their favour and they were in due course impressivel y introduced into the mysteries of Ancient Freemasonry . The perfect working of the W . M . deserves compliment on our part ; it was all that could be desired .
The annual election now took place , and we were pleased to hear the announcement from the chair that Bro . T . J . Rawlings had been unanimouslv chosen W . M . of the Skelmersdale Lodge for the ensuing twelve months . The result of the ballot was heartily received by the Brethren .
Bro . Rawlmgs thanked the W . M . and Brethren for their unanimous vote , and promised that as long as the Great Architect of the Universe gave him health and strength he would endeavour to fulfil every duty that was expected of him . Bro . George Croxson I . P . M . was re-elected Treasurer and Bro . C , Plant P , M , Tyler ,
Reports Of Meetings.
Bro . Croxson I . P . M . proposed that a Past Master ' s jewel of the value of ten guineas should be presented to Bro . Gabell W . M ., on the coming night of installation . If ever a jewel had been well earned it was by their present W . M ., who had shown great ability during his year of Office . The W . M . in a few highly appreciative terms thanked the Brethren for their great kindness .
There being no further transactions requiring attention , the Lodge was closed in harmony , and the Brethren retired to the banquetting room , where one of those excellent dinners for which the esteemed Hostess Mrs . Venables is so highly renowned was provided .
The cloth being removed the W . M . presented the toast of the Queen and the Craft , which was duly honoured , as also were the other usual introductory ones . Bro . Croxson assumed command of the gavel and said it was
probably the last time he would have that pleasure . He was pleased to see that the W . M . had gained the confidence of the Skelmersdale Lodge ; his work during his year ' s Office had been admirable , and he called upon the Brethren to give the W . M . a good Masonic fire , to which the Brethren most willingly attended .
Bro . Gabell W . M . returned his thanks , but he did not think it was anything particular that the W . M . of a Lodge should know his duties . He hoped the W . M .-elect would follow" the good example of the Past Masters . In proposing the toast of the W . M .-elect the W . M . utilised the oft repeated quotation " The king is dead , long live the king . "
He was sure the W . M .-elect could do his work well , and that the Brethren would not regret having elected Bro . Rawlings as their ruler . He lived a long distance away , but attended most of their meetings . Bro . Rawlings had followed in his steps , working from the bottom of the ladder , and he assured them all that he knew the duties , and that they would find him a well appointed Worshipful Master for the Skelmersdale Lodge .
The W . M .-elect , on rising , received a hearty ovation . He thanked the W . M . for his very kind remarks , and also sincerely thanked him and the Past Masters , Officers and Brethren for having elected him as Worshipful Master . Pie had travelled about 5 , miles to attend the meetings of the Skelmersdale Lodge ; Masonry
was a hobby with him . Ten years ago he was on the right of the W . M . as an initiate , and then his ambition was to work up to the honourable position to which he had been elected that evening . He knew the W . M . did not like long speeches , but on his installation night he should have a little more to say . Again he thanked them all .
The Visitors toast was now submitted by the W . M ., who gave them a most hearty welcome . Bro . Parker , in response , said he was most delighted with the meeting . Not alone had he enjoyed a real Masonic treat in the Lodge , but he had enjoyed himself at the banqueting table , and he sincerely thanked Bro . Croxson I . P . M . for his kind invite . He also complimented the Officers on the able assistance they had rendered their chief .
Bro . Ball P . M . said he knew the ability of the W . M ., who had well earned the Past Master ' s jewel which was that evening unanimouslv voted to him . The Brethren had shown high appreciation of their W . M ., and he hoped the Brethren will look upon him as an adornment to the Lodge . He hoped his esteemed friend and Brother would live for many years , in health and prosperity , to wear the jewel it had been decided to give him .
Bro . D . P . Donovan was pleased at receiving such a hearty reception ; it was the first time he had visited a London Lodge , and he had been struck with the excellent working . He should like to say much more , but his health would not allow it . He thanked the W . M . and Brethren for their kindness .
The Past Masters' toast was next given in warm terms . Bro . W . H . Boys P . M . Secretary thanked the W . M . for the toast , and the Brethren for receiving it in so cordial a manner . The Past Masters studied the welfare of the Lodge . The funds in the hands of the Treasurer showed the Lodge to be in a good position . He hoped to see a good record made on the occasion of the Ladies night .
The toast of the Officers was next given . The W . M . was pleased the Wardens knew their work . Bro . Cohen had discharged duties as acting S . D . in an admirable manner , and he hoped the coming W . M . would give him a collar on his installation night . He was sorry the S . D . was unable to attend , on account of family indisposition .
Bro . Palmer J . W ., in response , thanked the W . M . for his kind remarks . He strongly advised the Officers to attend to their various duties ; if they could not attend during their year of office they should not be appointed , as they prevented other Brethren , who were anxious to fulfil the duties , getting into office .
Bro . Cohen also thanked the W . M . for his very kind recognition . He was always" willing to discharge any duties whenever called upon , without expectation of getting Office as a reward . During the evening some excellent songs were rendered by Bros . R . Rowland , Culleyford , Percy Nilen , Williams , and Shaw , whilst Bro . Humphrey Cohen gave a very humorous recitation . Brother 1-rummer added some clever lightning sketches . Bro . A . E . Kipps presided at the piano with his usual ability .
* * » Henry Mug-groridgo Lodge , No . 16 79 . np HE ordinary meeting of this flourishing Lodge was held on J- Saturday last , at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet Street / Bro . T . Fred . Strutt , who is also W . M . of the Hygeia Lodge , No . 2664 , presiding , and being supported b y Bros , J . A . Worthington I . P . M ., R , M ,
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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall be pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to send a representative , to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CKAFT : METROPOLITAN . Chaucer Lodge , No . 1540 . A VERY successful meeting was held on Monday , at the St . James ' s Restaurant , Piccadilly . There were present : Bros . Wm . Miles W . M ., J . Genese I . P . M ., A . Barclay S . W ., A . Sarjeant J . W ., A . J . Bailey P . M . Sec , L . Weil P . M . Treasurer , S . Russell S . D ., E . H . Parry J . D ., W . Cooper I . G ., Rev . S . Roco Chaplain , G . W . Cooper Organist , W . Klingenstein P . M ., C . Graham P . M .,
V . Calm P . M ., C . Featherstone P . M ., Dr ., H . . Oppenheimer P . M ., W . Geddes , G . Leonard Jones , S . L . Heymann , Reid , H . V . Purvis , R . A . Passmore , De VrieS , Wimmelbacher , E . Oppenheimer , S . L . Cook , E . Simon , H . Thomson , G . H . Ribbons 1928 , H . Simon 25 , J . D . Behr 206 New York , R . H . Heney 144 , A . J . Shepherd 2428 and Young Tyler .
The Lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the Installation meeting held in October were read and confirmed . The Bye-Laws of the Lodge were also read . Bros . Purvis and Thompson being candidates for passing
answered the questions admirably and were entrusted . The Lodge was then opened in the second degree , and the two Brethren mentioned were duly passed . Bro . Miles W . M . then gave the explanation of the tracing board , and was congratulated by the Brethren assembled .
After the banquet which followed , the various Loyal and congratulatory toasts were given and replied to in a very , happy manner , and these were interspersed with a delightful musical programme , under the direction of Bro . Organist G . W . Cooper , which included the following artistes , viz . : Miss Kate Hammings , Bros . R . H . Heney , Simon , and G . Leonard Jones .
* * » Skelmersdale Lodge , No . 1658 . THE annual election meeting took place on Thursday , 22 nd ult ., at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell , when the Brethren assembled in good number to attend to their Masonic duties , and no doubt with the pleasurable intention of giving their unanimous vote to Bro . T . J . Rawlings , who as Senior Warden came next in rotation for election as Worshipful Master of the Lodge .
The Lodge was opened by Bro . Robert Gabell W . M ., who had the assistance of Bros . William Croxson I . P . M . Treasurer , T . J . Rawlings S . W ., James Palmer J . W ., Past Masters H . B . Buckeridge , Humphrey Cohen , R . Rowland ; B . Cohen S . D ., J . B . Thornelow J . D ., J . W . Sandell D . C , R . A . Symons acting Org ., W . E . Bennett I . G ., E . H . Smith Steward , Charley Plant P . M . Tyler ; with Bros .
W . R . Culleyford , G . Potter , J . L . Smith , S . Morris , E . Wass , J . W . Tratt , J . Atkinson , F . Atkinson , J . Dawson , W . Rose , H . Levy , J . Shaw , S . May , J . Gibbs , W . Clarkson , W . Biles , J . C . Davies , J . D . Godefroy , W . Tavener , G . Cully , W . Knapman , F . Nilen , P . Nilen , J . E . Evans , J . F . Wetzen , F . Marlow , J . Hibble , C . Sisman , W . Perrin , G . Wagner , J . R . Paoworth , & c .
The Visitors included Bros . D . P . Donovan Ancient Landmark Lodge ( American Constitution ) , Shanghai , T . Hardy 16 3 8 , W . Williams 101 , W . H . Bale P . M . and Treasurer 87 , G . Reynolds 8 7 , W . Young 72 , W . E . Cobley 548 , C . Williams 16 95 , John Rugg J . D . 1298 , W . Wise io 22 , P . Saunders 55 , George White P . M . 977 , E . R . Hough 198 7 , E . Parker , J . Wynman , and others .
The minutes having been confirmed , the Lodge was opened in the second degree , and Bros . G . Cully , G . Potter , F . C . Atkinson and J . Atkinson were examined and entrusted . The Lodge was opened in the third degree , and in due course those candidates were raised as Master Masons .
The Lodge was resumed to the first degree and Bros . W . Rose and S . C . May , who were initiated at the previous meeting , answered the questions to the satisfaction of the W . M . and were entrusted . The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and those Brethren were oassed Fellow Craft .
The Lodge was again resumed to the first degree , and the W . M . announced that the ballot would be taken for Messrs . F . G . Hardy , J . W . Tredwen and C . Castleman as candidates for initiation . It proved unanimous in their favour and they were in due course impressivel y introduced into the mysteries of Ancient Freemasonry . The perfect working of the W . M . deserves compliment on our part ; it was all that could be desired .
The annual election now took place , and we were pleased to hear the announcement from the chair that Bro . T . J . Rawlings had been unanimouslv chosen W . M . of the Skelmersdale Lodge for the ensuing twelve months . The result of the ballot was heartily received by the Brethren .
Bro . Rawlmgs thanked the W . M . and Brethren for their unanimous vote , and promised that as long as the Great Architect of the Universe gave him health and strength he would endeavour to fulfil every duty that was expected of him . Bro . George Croxson I . P . M . was re-elected Treasurer and Bro . C , Plant P , M , Tyler ,
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Bro . Croxson I . P . M . proposed that a Past Master ' s jewel of the value of ten guineas should be presented to Bro . Gabell W . M ., on the coming night of installation . If ever a jewel had been well earned it was by their present W . M ., who had shown great ability during his year of Office . The W . M . in a few highly appreciative terms thanked the Brethren for their great kindness .
There being no further transactions requiring attention , the Lodge was closed in harmony , and the Brethren retired to the banquetting room , where one of those excellent dinners for which the esteemed Hostess Mrs . Venables is so highly renowned was provided .
The cloth being removed the W . M . presented the toast of the Queen and the Craft , which was duly honoured , as also were the other usual introductory ones . Bro . Croxson assumed command of the gavel and said it was
probably the last time he would have that pleasure . He was pleased to see that the W . M . had gained the confidence of the Skelmersdale Lodge ; his work during his year ' s Office had been admirable , and he called upon the Brethren to give the W . M . a good Masonic fire , to which the Brethren most willingly attended .
Bro . Gabell W . M . returned his thanks , but he did not think it was anything particular that the W . M . of a Lodge should know his duties . He hoped the W . M .-elect would follow" the good example of the Past Masters . In proposing the toast of the W . M .-elect the W . M . utilised the oft repeated quotation " The king is dead , long live the king . "
He was sure the W . M .-elect could do his work well , and that the Brethren would not regret having elected Bro . Rawlings as their ruler . He lived a long distance away , but attended most of their meetings . Bro . Rawlings had followed in his steps , working from the bottom of the ladder , and he assured them all that he knew the duties , and that they would find him a well appointed Worshipful Master for the Skelmersdale Lodge .
The W . M .-elect , on rising , received a hearty ovation . He thanked the W . M . for his very kind remarks , and also sincerely thanked him and the Past Masters , Officers and Brethren for having elected him as Worshipful Master . Pie had travelled about 5 , miles to attend the meetings of the Skelmersdale Lodge ; Masonry
was a hobby with him . Ten years ago he was on the right of the W . M . as an initiate , and then his ambition was to work up to the honourable position to which he had been elected that evening . He knew the W . M . did not like long speeches , but on his installation night he should have a little more to say . Again he thanked them all .
The Visitors toast was now submitted by the W . M ., who gave them a most hearty welcome . Bro . Parker , in response , said he was most delighted with the meeting . Not alone had he enjoyed a real Masonic treat in the Lodge , but he had enjoyed himself at the banqueting table , and he sincerely thanked Bro . Croxson I . P . M . for his kind invite . He also complimented the Officers on the able assistance they had rendered their chief .
Bro . Ball P . M . said he knew the ability of the W . M ., who had well earned the Past Master ' s jewel which was that evening unanimouslv voted to him . The Brethren had shown high appreciation of their W . M ., and he hoped the Brethren will look upon him as an adornment to the Lodge . He hoped his esteemed friend and Brother would live for many years , in health and prosperity , to wear the jewel it had been decided to give him .
Bro . D . P . Donovan was pleased at receiving such a hearty reception ; it was the first time he had visited a London Lodge , and he had been struck with the excellent working . He should like to say much more , but his health would not allow it . He thanked the W . M . and Brethren for their kindness .
The Past Masters' toast was next given in warm terms . Bro . W . H . Boys P . M . Secretary thanked the W . M . for the toast , and the Brethren for receiving it in so cordial a manner . The Past Masters studied the welfare of the Lodge . The funds in the hands of the Treasurer showed the Lodge to be in a good position . He hoped to see a good record made on the occasion of the Ladies night .
The toast of the Officers was next given . The W . M . was pleased the Wardens knew their work . Bro . Cohen had discharged duties as acting S . D . in an admirable manner , and he hoped the coming W . M . would give him a collar on his installation night . He was sorry the S . D . was unable to attend , on account of family indisposition .
Bro . Palmer J . W ., in response , thanked the W . M . for his kind remarks . He strongly advised the Officers to attend to their various duties ; if they could not attend during their year of office they should not be appointed , as they prevented other Brethren , who were anxious to fulfil the duties , getting into office .
Bro . Cohen also thanked the W . M . for his very kind recognition . He was always" willing to discharge any duties whenever called upon , without expectation of getting Office as a reward . During the evening some excellent songs were rendered by Bros . R . Rowland , Culleyford , Percy Nilen , Williams , and Shaw , whilst Bro . Humphrey Cohen gave a very humorous recitation . Brother 1-rummer added some clever lightning sketches . Bro . A . E . Kipps presided at the piano with his usual ability .
* * » Henry Mug-groridgo Lodge , No . 16 79 . np HE ordinary meeting of this flourishing Lodge was held on J- Saturday last , at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet Street / Bro . T . Fred . Strutt , who is also W . M . of the Hygeia Lodge , No . 2664 , presiding , and being supported b y Bros , J . A . Worthington I . P . M ., R , M ,