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who exclaimed , "' Let me see him . ' The Prince , understanding what he meant , told the officers to permit him to approach . Tho veteran , with hia hand to hia turban at tho salute came quite close , peered into the Prince ' s face , drew a deep sigh , and said , ' I thank Heaven I have lived to seo this day and the Prince ' s face ; ' but when he felt that the Prince had taken hia hand , he burat into tears , and was led
sobbing away . " Then came the visit to tho Memorial at the Well of Cawnporo . Then Delhi waa visited , where was held a grand review in honour of the occasion . Afterwards Lahore , Agra , Gwalior , and other famed cities were similarly honoured . Lastly , the Prince had the opportunity of enjoying some rare sport in the Nepaul jungle , under the conduct of tho lato Sir Jung Bahadoor , tiger and elephant
being the principal quarry . The reader will doubtless enjoy this part of tho volume , as there is somo of tho best descriptive writing in it , aud more than one exciting adventure . However , we feel it imperative to bring this notice to a conclusion . We have enjoyed reading it , and though it is inevitable that in books of this kind there should be a certain degree of monotony , yet this , our readers will well believe , in tho skilful hands of Mr . Russell , is reduced to a minimum .
Tho illustrations are numerous , and several of them are exceedingly happy ; bnt wo hardly think they are on a level with the requirements of such a work . Wero they all of the same standard as that representing "Tbe Pleasures of the Chase—Pad Elephant , " "A War Dance afc Delhi , " or " Ceylon—the Dead Elephant , " wo should experience a greater amonnt of enthusiasm for the work of tho artist . With these remarks , we take leave of one of tho most interesting books of its kind which ifc has been onr good fortune to read .
What Might Be
WHAT MIGHT BE
IF wo look over the written history of our Fraternity , we shall find that very shortly after the revival of 1717 in London , it was brought to this country , and finding congenial soil , ifc took root and grew , slowl y at first , as waa but natural in a sparsely aettled country , and more vigorousl y when the colonies had became a nation , so that Ben . JYanklin and hia Lodge , afc the Hoop , in Wafcer-streefc ,
Philadelphia , have grown into ten thouaand Lodgea and moro than half a million Masons . The end ia not , for annually there is an increase in the nnmber of the brethren and the family cirolea , called Lodgea , where they meet and transact business . During the period of little more than a century in which the transformation from a handful to a vast army has taken place , we shall find that , apart from the mere
routine , the reception of profanes , the making of laws and supervising thoir execution , the giving to the needy—of which we desire , in the spirit of tho Institution , to make no boast , rather wishing that , in so far aa that particular branch of our labour is concerned the right hand may not know what the left is doing—during this period we may say we have devoted ourselves to growing . We have so cared for our stewardship that its roots have deeply penetrated the soil , and
its leaves and branches spread themselves abroad until in every state of humanity we find ifc represented , and within its grasp a power not equally possessed b y any other human association , for the reason that within our assemblies there is nothing to aronso tho divisions and animosities among men that naturally grow out of their varying opinions on matters pertinent to this or the other world—to this in the scramble for wealth , position , power ; the heartburnings of rank and caste and station—to the other in that old battle between Arma .
geddon and the rest , in which , as a general rule , you can only go to heaven if you see your way through my spectacles , or vice versa , you aro sure to bring up in outer darkness if you look through your own . This at least then we havo accomplished , that wo have gathered together half a million intelligent men , uot one of whom has given up or been expected to give up an idea of his religious faith , or of his
political convictions , but yet who seo for themselves that it is possible for men to entertain the most thoroughly opposito ideas , aud yet recognise the fact that they are still men , and may livo in accord , and work happil y together for good , notwithstanding that they vote different tickets , or take different roads to reach the final rest . That in reaching this result we havo been the disciples and exemplars of
toleration in the largest and most beneficial way cannot bo successfully contradicted , and this especially , because while we have no special faith to advocate neither have we any to oppose , and so leaving every one unmolested in the pursuit of what may be happiness to him , we are , so to speak , the custodiana of a pleasant retreat , where men may forget ; for a time the world and its strife in the
enjoyment of friendshi p and social communion unmarred by jarring incentives . But the question presents itself , aro we not capable as an organisation of more extended usefulness ? Are we , considering the material of which our association is composed , exercising our real weight in the community and demonstrating , aa we might do , the real value of
associated effort f Every thinking man will at once say No—decidedly No . Take an illustration : Masonry has a literature , as witness its thousands of published volumes , from the balderdash of the parrot up to the effusions of the scholar and philosopher , aud yet , except tho mere manuals and guides to the ceremonial , we doubt whether any Masonic author ever got as much for his labour aa he could have
earned with a shovel in the same length of time . No Masonic journal haa ever had more than a temporary success ; not one haa ever been permanently established , and there is not , to the best of our belief , one brother who has devoted himself to the literature of Masonry , to tho instruction of the brethren , and to the championship of tho Institution , who has not poverty for his reward . And yet ,
how different all this mig ht be ? If only out ; brother in ton would feel called b y his pride in tho Craft to remember tho ageucy by which , more than all others , it has been enabled to resist tho attacks of its enemies , and stand before the world as proudly as to-day it does , its power and security would be still further enhanced , and its servants have some brighter visions in the future than thab of a pauper ' s grave . —N , Y , Dispatch ,
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Price os 6 d , Grown Svo , cloth , gilt .
MASONIC PORTRAITS .
REPRINTED FROM "THE FREEMASON ' S CHBOXICIE . " The Volume contains the following : — 1 . Ot'B LITERARY BROTHER . 17 . TUB CHRISTIAN HINISTEB . 2 . A DISTINGUISHED MASON . IS . THE MYSTIC . 3 . THE MAX OP ENERGY . 1 !> . A MODKL MASON . 4 . FATHER TIME . 20 . A CHIP PROM JOPPA 5 . A CORNER STONB . 21 . A 1 'at . vu OP MASONS ? .
6 . THE CRAFTSMAN . 22 . BAYARD . 7 . THE GOWNSMAN . 2 : ! . A HIGICT HAND MAN . 8 . AN EASTERN STAR . 21 . Oini CITIZEN BROTHER . 9 . THE KNIOHT ERRANT . 25 . AN ABLE PRECEPTOR . 10 . THB OCTOGENARIAN . 2 t > . AN ANCIENT BRITON . 11 . A ZEALOUS OFFICER . 27 . THE ARTIST .
12 . THE SOLDIER . 23 . THE FATHER OP THE LODGE . 13 . FROM UNDER THE CROWN . 21 ) . A SHINING LIGHT . 1 J . OUR HERCULES . 30 . AN ART STUDENT . 15 . A MERCHANT PRINCE . ' 31 . Tin : MARINER . 16 . THE CHURCHMAN . ; .,, 32 . A SOLDIER OF FORTUNE . 33 . "OLD M »
OPINIONS OF THE FJRESS . "A series of articles , biographical , descriptive , and eulogistic , of somo of the principal Masouic worthies of tho day . They are well written , and though personal , by no means offensive , or intrusive into private life , and in Masonic society will bo welcomed as an interesting series of word paintings of members of the Craft . —Standard . "We do not remember to have read any similar series of sketches which surpass this in merit . "—Land and Water .
" Admirably written , being free from what avo too often observed in composition—inelegant language and prolixity . "—Sunday Times . "' J . G . ' writes with a considerable amount of freedom , never ho abating to 'hit off' a weakness when he finds it publici ty displayed by a 'distinguished brother ; ' at tho same time he never loses sight of a good trait when it is displayed , either in connexion with tho Craft or in the service of tho public out of doors . The sketches are lively reading . " —City Press .
" This is a neat book . The Portraits consist of a series of ' word pictures ' of eminent English Masons . It styles Bro . W . J . Hughan 'Knight Krrant , * and sketches thirty-two others under equally unique titles . We commend the book as worthy of a place in every Masonic library . "— Voice of Masonry . "Evinces much literary ability , and is a valuable addition to the few works wo have in Masouic biography . " —Philadelphia Keystone . " The book ought to bo in every well arranged Masonic Library . "—itfero York Courier .
" Good sensibly written articles . The writer prefaces each of his sketches with somo pithy common sense remarks . "—Cashel Gazette . " Cleverly and agreeably sketched , and the work altogether forms a valuable addition to Masonic literature . " —Hyde News , " Very amusing , and beyond doubt , faithful portraits of the worthies who
unconsciously sat for them . "—Deal , Walmer and Sandwich Mercury . "The members of tho Craft will take it as an acceptable addition to their b . ographical literature . " —Monmouthshire Chronicle . " Thoy aro written in a fair and genial tone , thoroughly Masonic . "—Leigh Chronicle .
* Should have a very largo sale . —Ktngsbridge Gazelle . "These sketches aro drawn with sparkling ability . "—Banffshire lleportcr . "Wo must sincerely congratulate tho author on the success of his endeavour to aim at faithful portraiture , while there is an entire absence of what might give offence to tho most sensitive mind . "—Folkestone & jirm . "A very acceptable contribution to tho history of the Order . Tho volume has our warmest commendation . " —Kelso Courier .
" Drawn with no little humour , aud embellished with many a deft stroke of good naturcd satire . —Figaro . " The inquiring Brother who may wish to know something of the strength and beauty of the principles of Masonry , will find a pleasure in scanning tho characteristic pictures in this book . " —The Brighuuse Acini . " Wo value the work , and heartily thank Bro . Morgan for our copy . "Masonic Jewel .
"Tho portraits consist of a series of what we call ' pen and ink sketches' of brethren prominent in all tho noble undertakings of English Masonry . . . . Prominent among his brethren wo iind Bro . Fred . Binckes , ( ' Our llcreules , ' whoso herculean efforts in behalf of those blessed institutions , the charities of English Masons , havo a world-wide reputation , which will livo long after tho zealous Craftsman lias been , ' laid away to vest . ' " —Scio York Square .
' The stylo of the author is pleasing , and tho quality of his productions highly coinplirueutiiy to his ability as a writer . " —Masonic Adcocate . " There is a piquancy in tho ready off-hand dash that lends much zest to tho subject , iind b ; u-s it from studied rhetorical expression . " —Hebrew Leader . " There can bo no doubt that the writer has produced a series of Portraits which will bo a source of amusement and pleasure to Masons throughout tho world . " —Surrey Comet . " Will bo found very interesting and pleasant reading , especially to tho Masonic world . "—Barnet Press .
" Calculated to raiso the Order—if that be possible—in tho estimation of it members , if not of tho outer world . "—Trowbridge and North Wilts Advertiser . " Written in a spirited , racy style , aud conveying , in as clear a maimer as possible , a ' counterfeit presentment' of somo of the rulers of the Craft . "Essex Standard ,
London : W . W . MOEGAN . By Order of all Booksellers , or will bo sent , free by post , direct from the Office , G 7 Barbican .
Ar00703
HE FRttMASUIf'S ( iflRlMlCLb
Agents , from -whom Copies can always be had : — Messrs . CuimcK and Co ., 12 Catherine Street , Strand , Mr . T . DIUSCOLL , 87 Farringdon Street . Mr . G . W . J ORDAN , lo'y Strand . Messrs . M ARSHALL and SONS , 125 Fleet Street , E . C .
Mr . If . SIMPSON , 7 Eed Lion Court , E . C . Messrs . SMITH and So ;; s , 133 Strand . Messrs . SPENCKU and Co ., 23 A Great Queen btrcet , W . C .
Messrs . STEEL and JONES , 4 Spring Gurdous , Charing Cross , Mr . G . VICKEKS , Angel Court , 172 Strand . Mr . H . VICXEES , 317 Strand . Mr . M . J . CLARKE . 37 Goswell Bond , E . C ,
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Reviews.
who exclaimed , "' Let me see him . ' The Prince , understanding what he meant , told the officers to permit him to approach . Tho veteran , with hia hand to hia turban at tho salute came quite close , peered into the Prince ' s face , drew a deep sigh , and said , ' I thank Heaven I have lived to seo this day and the Prince ' s face ; ' but when he felt that the Prince had taken hia hand , he burat into tears , and was led
sobbing away . " Then came the visit to tho Memorial at the Well of Cawnporo . Then Delhi waa visited , where was held a grand review in honour of the occasion . Afterwards Lahore , Agra , Gwalior , and other famed cities were similarly honoured . Lastly , the Prince had the opportunity of enjoying some rare sport in the Nepaul jungle , under the conduct of tho lato Sir Jung Bahadoor , tiger and elephant
being the principal quarry . The reader will doubtless enjoy this part of tho volume , as there is somo of tho best descriptive writing in it , aud more than one exciting adventure . However , we feel it imperative to bring this notice to a conclusion . We have enjoyed reading it , and though it is inevitable that in books of this kind there should be a certain degree of monotony , yet this , our readers will well believe , in tho skilful hands of Mr . Russell , is reduced to a minimum .
Tho illustrations are numerous , and several of them are exceedingly happy ; bnt wo hardly think they are on a level with the requirements of such a work . Wero they all of the same standard as that representing "Tbe Pleasures of the Chase—Pad Elephant , " "A War Dance afc Delhi , " or " Ceylon—the Dead Elephant , " wo should experience a greater amonnt of enthusiasm for the work of tho artist . With these remarks , we take leave of one of tho most interesting books of its kind which ifc has been onr good fortune to read .
What Might Be
WHAT MIGHT BE
IF wo look over the written history of our Fraternity , we shall find that very shortly after the revival of 1717 in London , it was brought to this country , and finding congenial soil , ifc took root and grew , slowl y at first , as waa but natural in a sparsely aettled country , and more vigorousl y when the colonies had became a nation , so that Ben . JYanklin and hia Lodge , afc the Hoop , in Wafcer-streefc ,
Philadelphia , have grown into ten thouaand Lodgea and moro than half a million Masons . The end ia not , for annually there is an increase in the nnmber of the brethren and the family cirolea , called Lodgea , where they meet and transact business . During the period of little more than a century in which the transformation from a handful to a vast army has taken place , we shall find that , apart from the mere
routine , the reception of profanes , the making of laws and supervising thoir execution , the giving to the needy—of which we desire , in the spirit of tho Institution , to make no boast , rather wishing that , in so far aa that particular branch of our labour is concerned the right hand may not know what the left is doing—during this period we may say we have devoted ourselves to growing . We have so cared for our stewardship that its roots have deeply penetrated the soil , and
its leaves and branches spread themselves abroad until in every state of humanity we find ifc represented , and within its grasp a power not equally possessed b y any other human association , for the reason that within our assemblies there is nothing to aronso tho divisions and animosities among men that naturally grow out of their varying opinions on matters pertinent to this or the other world—to this in the scramble for wealth , position , power ; the heartburnings of rank and caste and station—to the other in that old battle between Arma .
geddon and the rest , in which , as a general rule , you can only go to heaven if you see your way through my spectacles , or vice versa , you aro sure to bring up in outer darkness if you look through your own . This at least then we havo accomplished , that wo have gathered together half a million intelligent men , uot one of whom has given up or been expected to give up an idea of his religious faith , or of his
political convictions , but yet who seo for themselves that it is possible for men to entertain the most thoroughly opposito ideas , aud yet recognise the fact that they are still men , and may livo in accord , and work happil y together for good , notwithstanding that they vote different tickets , or take different roads to reach the final rest . That in reaching this result we havo been the disciples and exemplars of
toleration in the largest and most beneficial way cannot bo successfully contradicted , and this especially , because while we have no special faith to advocate neither have we any to oppose , and so leaving every one unmolested in the pursuit of what may be happiness to him , we are , so to speak , the custodiana of a pleasant retreat , where men may forget ; for a time the world and its strife in the
enjoyment of friendshi p and social communion unmarred by jarring incentives . But the question presents itself , aro we not capable as an organisation of more extended usefulness ? Are we , considering the material of which our association is composed , exercising our real weight in the community and demonstrating , aa we might do , the real value of
associated effort f Every thinking man will at once say No—decidedly No . Take an illustration : Masonry has a literature , as witness its thousands of published volumes , from the balderdash of the parrot up to the effusions of the scholar and philosopher , aud yet , except tho mere manuals and guides to the ceremonial , we doubt whether any Masonic author ever got as much for his labour aa he could have
earned with a shovel in the same length of time . No Masonic journal haa ever had more than a temporary success ; not one haa ever been permanently established , and there is not , to the best of our belief , one brother who has devoted himself to the literature of Masonry , to tho instruction of the brethren , and to the championship of tho Institution , who has not poverty for his reward . And yet ,
how different all this mig ht be ? If only out ; brother in ton would feel called b y his pride in tho Craft to remember tho ageucy by which , more than all others , it has been enabled to resist tho attacks of its enemies , and stand before the world as proudly as to-day it does , its power and security would be still further enhanced , and its servants have some brighter visions in the future than thab of a pauper ' s grave . —N , Y , Dispatch ,
Ar00702
Price os 6 d , Grown Svo , cloth , gilt .
MASONIC PORTRAITS .
REPRINTED FROM "THE FREEMASON ' S CHBOXICIE . " The Volume contains the following : — 1 . Ot'B LITERARY BROTHER . 17 . TUB CHRISTIAN HINISTEB . 2 . A DISTINGUISHED MASON . IS . THE MYSTIC . 3 . THE MAX OP ENERGY . 1 !> . A MODKL MASON . 4 . FATHER TIME . 20 . A CHIP PROM JOPPA 5 . A CORNER STONB . 21 . A 1 'at . vu OP MASONS ? .
6 . THE CRAFTSMAN . 22 . BAYARD . 7 . THE GOWNSMAN . 2 : ! . A HIGICT HAND MAN . 8 . AN EASTERN STAR . 21 . Oini CITIZEN BROTHER . 9 . THE KNIOHT ERRANT . 25 . AN ABLE PRECEPTOR . 10 . THB OCTOGENARIAN . 2 t > . AN ANCIENT BRITON . 11 . A ZEALOUS OFFICER . 27 . THE ARTIST .
12 . THE SOLDIER . 23 . THE FATHER OP THE LODGE . 13 . FROM UNDER THE CROWN . 21 ) . A SHINING LIGHT . 1 J . OUR HERCULES . 30 . AN ART STUDENT . 15 . A MERCHANT PRINCE . ' 31 . Tin : MARINER . 16 . THE CHURCHMAN . ; .,, 32 . A SOLDIER OF FORTUNE . 33 . "OLD M »
OPINIONS OF THE FJRESS . "A series of articles , biographical , descriptive , and eulogistic , of somo of the principal Masouic worthies of tho day . They are well written , and though personal , by no means offensive , or intrusive into private life , and in Masonic society will bo welcomed as an interesting series of word paintings of members of the Craft . —Standard . "We do not remember to have read any similar series of sketches which surpass this in merit . "—Land and Water .
" Admirably written , being free from what avo too often observed in composition—inelegant language and prolixity . "—Sunday Times . "' J . G . ' writes with a considerable amount of freedom , never ho abating to 'hit off' a weakness when he finds it publici ty displayed by a 'distinguished brother ; ' at tho same time he never loses sight of a good trait when it is displayed , either in connexion with tho Craft or in the service of tho public out of doors . The sketches are lively reading . " —City Press .
" This is a neat book . The Portraits consist of a series of ' word pictures ' of eminent English Masons . It styles Bro . W . J . Hughan 'Knight Krrant , * and sketches thirty-two others under equally unique titles . We commend the book as worthy of a place in every Masonic library . "— Voice of Masonry . "Evinces much literary ability , and is a valuable addition to the few works wo have in Masouic biography . " —Philadelphia Keystone . " The book ought to bo in every well arranged Masonic Library . "—itfero York Courier .
" Good sensibly written articles . The writer prefaces each of his sketches with somo pithy common sense remarks . "—Cashel Gazette . " Cleverly and agreeably sketched , and the work altogether forms a valuable addition to Masonic literature . " —Hyde News , " Very amusing , and beyond doubt , faithful portraits of the worthies who
unconsciously sat for them . "—Deal , Walmer and Sandwich Mercury . "The members of tho Craft will take it as an acceptable addition to their b . ographical literature . " —Monmouthshire Chronicle . " Thoy aro written in a fair and genial tone , thoroughly Masonic . "—Leigh Chronicle .
* Should have a very largo sale . —Ktngsbridge Gazelle . "These sketches aro drawn with sparkling ability . "—Banffshire lleportcr . "Wo must sincerely congratulate tho author on the success of his endeavour to aim at faithful portraiture , while there is an entire absence of what might give offence to tho most sensitive mind . "—Folkestone & jirm . "A very acceptable contribution to tho history of the Order . Tho volume has our warmest commendation . " —Kelso Courier .
" Drawn with no little humour , aud embellished with many a deft stroke of good naturcd satire . —Figaro . " The inquiring Brother who may wish to know something of the strength and beauty of the principles of Masonry , will find a pleasure in scanning tho characteristic pictures in this book . " —The Brighuuse Acini . " Wo value the work , and heartily thank Bro . Morgan for our copy . "Masonic Jewel .
"Tho portraits consist of a series of what we call ' pen and ink sketches' of brethren prominent in all tho noble undertakings of English Masonry . . . . Prominent among his brethren wo iind Bro . Fred . Binckes , ( ' Our llcreules , ' whoso herculean efforts in behalf of those blessed institutions , the charities of English Masons , havo a world-wide reputation , which will livo long after tho zealous Craftsman lias been , ' laid away to vest . ' " —Scio York Square .
' The stylo of the author is pleasing , and tho quality of his productions highly coinplirueutiiy to his ability as a writer . " —Masonic Adcocate . " There is a piquancy in tho ready off-hand dash that lends much zest to tho subject , iind b ; u-s it from studied rhetorical expression . " —Hebrew Leader . " There can bo no doubt that the writer has produced a series of Portraits which will bo a source of amusement and pleasure to Masons throughout tho world . " —Surrey Comet . " Will bo found very interesting and pleasant reading , especially to tho Masonic world . "—Barnet Press .
" Calculated to raiso the Order—if that be possible—in tho estimation of it members , if not of tho outer world . "—Trowbridge and North Wilts Advertiser . " Written in a spirited , racy style , aud conveying , in as clear a maimer as possible , a ' counterfeit presentment' of somo of the rulers of the Craft . "Essex Standard ,
London : W . W . MOEGAN . By Order of all Booksellers , or will bo sent , free by post , direct from the Office , G 7 Barbican .
Ar00703
HE FRttMASUIf'S ( iflRlMlCLb
Agents , from -whom Copies can always be had : — Messrs . CuimcK and Co ., 12 Catherine Street , Strand , Mr . T . DIUSCOLL , 87 Farringdon Street . Mr . G . W . J ORDAN , lo'y Strand . Messrs . M ARSHALL and SONS , 125 Fleet Street , E . C .
Mr . If . SIMPSON , 7 Eed Lion Court , E . C . Messrs . SMITH and So ;; s , 133 Strand . Messrs . SPENCKU and Co ., 23 A Great Queen btrcet , W . C .
Messrs . STEEL and JONES , 4 Spring Gurdous , Charing Cross , Mr . G . VICKEKS , Angel Court , 172 Strand . Mr . H . VICXEES , 317 Strand . Mr . M . J . CLARKE . 37 Goswell Bond , E . C ,