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A new unarmoured cruiser , named the Euryalus , has been added to the strength of Her Majesty ' s fleet . The launch took place at Chatham on Wednesday , the ceremony of christening tho new corvette being performed by Mrs . Stewart , the wife of Roar-Admiral Stewart , Controller of
the Navy , in tho presence of Rear-Admiral Fellowos , Superintendent of the Dockyard , and a largo number of visitors . Tho ship is 280 feet in length , her extreme breadth 45 feet , and depth in hold 15 feet seven inches , burden close on 3 , 700 tons . She is built of iron , cased
in wood , and is intended to form one of that flying squadron on which , in the event of war , would depend the harrying of an enemy ' s commerce and thedefenceof our own . She is neither strong enough to resist the big guns of tho day , nor will her intended armament be strong enough to
penetrate the sides of armoured vessels . Her speed , however , will be very great . "While on the subject of our defences , we may state that a further series of experiments with tho 81-ton gun was begun on Thursday morning , the object being to test its efficacy with shell against a massive
target representing the side of a ship of moderate thickness , the general belief being that a moderate thickness of armour will serve to resist common shell , as the projectile is shattered to pieces on impact . The distance will be 120 yards , the weight of the charge 370 lb . of pebble powder of H-inch cubes , and that of the shell 1700 lbs .
Thefame which Commander Cameronhas obtainedthrough his journey across the Continent of Africa , is by no means confined to his own country . The gallant officer has recently paid a visit to Paris , and has there delivered a lecture , describing his enterprise . The audience assembled to
hear him was immense , and they accorded him a most enthusiastic reception . He has also been awarded the gold medal of the Paris Geographical Society . An incident in connection with the lecture is worth recording . Commander Cameron spoke in French , and his accent is said
to bo very pronounced . Some rude persons were overheard laughing to themselves at our countryman ' s nnfamiliarity with the true Parisian accent , when tho whole assembly rose as one man , and vented their indignation in such an unmistakable manner that the rude people were silenced .
After a storm comes a calm , and this seems to hold good in the case of the Eastern question . The ambassadors , both ordinary and extraordinary , have taken their departure from Constantinople , but though some of the rumours which are abroad are not the most reassuring ,
we seem more likely to have peace than afc any time during the last three months . What is more satisfactory still is , that negociations have been commenced between Turkey and Servia for the restoration of peace . The terms said to be proposed by Turkey are by no means
heavy , considering that she was so easy a victor in the late struggle , and even these , it is believed , will be modified rather than that the opportunity of securing herself in this direction should be lost by Turkey . Similar rumours prevail as regards Turkey and Montenegro , but there ia a talk
about the surrender of certain districts by the former to the latter . Perhaps Turkey may not so easily reconcile herself to this . As regards Russia , the reports are conflicting , as usual , but the general belief inclines towards the maintenance of peace between her and Turkey . Some
say the Czar contemplates abdication , others that Russia will quietly withdraw from the advanced position she took up last November , and others affirm that she is about calling out more corps d ' armee to strengthen her force at Kischeneff . However , we shall not have long to wait ere learning which , if any , of these rumours is correct .
On Thursday , 25 th ult , after the business of the General Committee meeting of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , which was held at . Freemasons' Hall , had been disposed of , the members of the Club , which was established in 1873 , met , and , according to custom , dined together .
These gatherings tend to cement friendships that have long existed , and are always looked forward to with pleasurable anticipation . Bro . Geo . Kenning was Chairman , by rotation , while Bro . John Boyd very ably occupied the Vice-Chair . On the removal of the cloth , the usual loyal toasts
were proposed , aud tbe members proceeded to ballot for the brethren who had been proposed as candidates , and who were unanimously accepted . The formal business was then transacted ; the accounts showed a balance in favour of the Club to the amount of 40 guineas . Five guineas was voted
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to each of the four Past Presidents to enable them to become Life Subscribers of the Institution . The Chairman informed the brethren that Bro . Col . F . Burdett , P . G . M . Middlesex , would take the chair at the next meeting of the Club , and this announcement was received with feelings of
great pleasure . The health of the President , Bro . Geo . Kenning , waa proposed and responded to , as also was that of the acting V . P . Bro . John Boyd , who responded in his usual expressive manner . Bro . H . Dickotts P . G . S . proposed the health of Bro . R . W . Little , the worthy Secretary .
All knew and respected him , and would testify their appreciation of the zeal manifested by him in connection with the Institution since he had been associated with it . He was sure every one present cordially wished him health , to continue among them , to carry out those duties ho had so
efficiently performed . Bro . H . M . Levy P . M . 188 replied for the Visitors . A vote of thanks was unanimously accorded to Bro . Howe for his acceptable gift of a signature book , and cards with the names of the founders and members of the Club . Two brethren consented to become
Stewards at the next Anniversary Festival of the Girls ' School . Bro . H . M . Levy proffered a silver watch , to be given to one of the girls as a prize at tbe next Examination . The members separated , with a pleasing recollection of having passed an agreeable evening .
The Musical Committee of the Board of Stewards for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and the Widows of Freemasons met on Monday the 29 fch ult ., Bro . J . M . Case G . D . in the chair ; Bro . S . Rothenthal , C . J . Livett , C . Martin , and H . M . Levy ,
were also present . The selection of music was entrusted to Bro . T . Lawler jun . The general meeting of Stewards was then held , and was numerously attended . Bro . J . M . Case here also took the chair . Bro . Jas . Terry , Hon . Sec ,, read the report , which was carried . He then announced
there were 259 Stewards . A vote of thanks was passed to the Board of General Purposes for the use of the Hall . The Reception Committee to receive H . R . H . Prince Leopold was appointed ; it will consist of the President , Vice President , two Grand Stewards , and Bros . Martin
Curteis , Oughton , and H . M . Levy . Ballots for seats in the Hall were taken , and a cordial vote of thanks was given to Bro . Case for presiding . Among those present were Bros . T . Foxall , J . Tanner , G . Ward Verry , 0 . Moutrie ,
W . J . Ferguson , W . Murlis , M . Spiegel , Baldwin , J . Stevens , C . Godtschalk , Corke , J . Elliott , Watts , Scott , Rev . R . J . Simpson , L . C . Birley , Z . D . Berry , Rawley , Wallington , Faulkner , & c .
The Provincial Grand Chapter of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight was held at the Masonic Hall , Bugle Street , Southampton , Friday , 26 th ult ., under the presidency of the Grand Superintendent of the Province , W . W . B . Beach , Esq ., M . P . The usual business having been transacted , the following were invested as Provincial Officers for the ensuing year : — M . E . Comp . W . Hickman ... 130 IT . „ T . Best 301 J . „ J . E . Lo Feuvro ... 391 Scribe E . „ T . Batchelor ... 487 Scribe N . „ J . B . Thomas ... 394 P . S . „ J . Wallingford ... 903 First Assist . „ Dyson 130 Second Assist . „ M . E . Frost ' ... 487 Treasurer . E . C . Dyer 359 Eegistrar . „ Turney 342 Sword Bearer . „ E . Bunting ... 487 Standard Bearer . „ Page 903 D . C . a .5S?::::::JS}*~
The Companions subsequently partook of an excellent banquet , supplied by Mr . T . Dartnall , of the High Street .
In our report , last week , of tho meeting of the Salisbury Lodge , No . 435 , we stated that Bro . Wilhelm Ganz had been a member TEN years ; wo should have said TWENTY years , as Bro . Ganz joined the Salisbury in 185 G , and has been a member ever since .
At the dinner aud ball iu aid of the Caledonian Society , held at Freemasons' Hall ou tho 25 th ult ., in commemoration of tbe Birthday of the poet Burns , tho band was furnished and conducted by Bro . Louis , No . 1559 , bandmaster of tho London Scottish Rifles .
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A new unarmoured cruiser , named the Euryalus , has been added to the strength of Her Majesty ' s fleet . The launch took place at Chatham on Wednesday , the ceremony of christening tho new corvette being performed by Mrs . Stewart , the wife of Roar-Admiral Stewart , Controller of
the Navy , in tho presence of Rear-Admiral Fellowos , Superintendent of the Dockyard , and a largo number of visitors . Tho ship is 280 feet in length , her extreme breadth 45 feet , and depth in hold 15 feet seven inches , burden close on 3 , 700 tons . She is built of iron , cased
in wood , and is intended to form one of that flying squadron on which , in the event of war , would depend the harrying of an enemy ' s commerce and thedefenceof our own . She is neither strong enough to resist the big guns of tho day , nor will her intended armament be strong enough to
penetrate the sides of armoured vessels . Her speed , however , will be very great . "While on the subject of our defences , we may state that a further series of experiments with tho 81-ton gun was begun on Thursday morning , the object being to test its efficacy with shell against a massive
target representing the side of a ship of moderate thickness , the general belief being that a moderate thickness of armour will serve to resist common shell , as the projectile is shattered to pieces on impact . The distance will be 120 yards , the weight of the charge 370 lb . of pebble powder of H-inch cubes , and that of the shell 1700 lbs .
Thefame which Commander Cameronhas obtainedthrough his journey across the Continent of Africa , is by no means confined to his own country . The gallant officer has recently paid a visit to Paris , and has there delivered a lecture , describing his enterprise . The audience assembled to
hear him was immense , and they accorded him a most enthusiastic reception . He has also been awarded the gold medal of the Paris Geographical Society . An incident in connection with the lecture is worth recording . Commander Cameron spoke in French , and his accent is said
to bo very pronounced . Some rude persons were overheard laughing to themselves at our countryman ' s nnfamiliarity with the true Parisian accent , when tho whole assembly rose as one man , and vented their indignation in such an unmistakable manner that the rude people were silenced .
After a storm comes a calm , and this seems to hold good in the case of the Eastern question . The ambassadors , both ordinary and extraordinary , have taken their departure from Constantinople , but though some of the rumours which are abroad are not the most reassuring ,
we seem more likely to have peace than afc any time during the last three months . What is more satisfactory still is , that negociations have been commenced between Turkey and Servia for the restoration of peace . The terms said to be proposed by Turkey are by no means
heavy , considering that she was so easy a victor in the late struggle , and even these , it is believed , will be modified rather than that the opportunity of securing herself in this direction should be lost by Turkey . Similar rumours prevail as regards Turkey and Montenegro , but there ia a talk
about the surrender of certain districts by the former to the latter . Perhaps Turkey may not so easily reconcile herself to this . As regards Russia , the reports are conflicting , as usual , but the general belief inclines towards the maintenance of peace between her and Turkey . Some
say the Czar contemplates abdication , others that Russia will quietly withdraw from the advanced position she took up last November , and others affirm that she is about calling out more corps d ' armee to strengthen her force at Kischeneff . However , we shall not have long to wait ere learning which , if any , of these rumours is correct .
On Thursday , 25 th ult , after the business of the General Committee meeting of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , which was held at . Freemasons' Hall , had been disposed of , the members of the Club , which was established in 1873 , met , and , according to custom , dined together .
These gatherings tend to cement friendships that have long existed , and are always looked forward to with pleasurable anticipation . Bro . Geo . Kenning was Chairman , by rotation , while Bro . John Boyd very ably occupied the Vice-Chair . On the removal of the cloth , the usual loyal toasts
were proposed , aud tbe members proceeded to ballot for the brethren who had been proposed as candidates , and who were unanimously accepted . The formal business was then transacted ; the accounts showed a balance in favour of the Club to the amount of 40 guineas . Five guineas was voted
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to each of the four Past Presidents to enable them to become Life Subscribers of the Institution . The Chairman informed the brethren that Bro . Col . F . Burdett , P . G . M . Middlesex , would take the chair at the next meeting of the Club , and this announcement was received with feelings of
great pleasure . The health of the President , Bro . Geo . Kenning , waa proposed and responded to , as also was that of the acting V . P . Bro . John Boyd , who responded in his usual expressive manner . Bro . H . Dickotts P . G . S . proposed the health of Bro . R . W . Little , the worthy Secretary .
All knew and respected him , and would testify their appreciation of the zeal manifested by him in connection with the Institution since he had been associated with it . He was sure every one present cordially wished him health , to continue among them , to carry out those duties ho had so
efficiently performed . Bro . H . M . Levy P . M . 188 replied for the Visitors . A vote of thanks was unanimously accorded to Bro . Howe for his acceptable gift of a signature book , and cards with the names of the founders and members of the Club . Two brethren consented to become
Stewards at the next Anniversary Festival of the Girls ' School . Bro . H . M . Levy proffered a silver watch , to be given to one of the girls as a prize at tbe next Examination . The members separated , with a pleasing recollection of having passed an agreeable evening .
The Musical Committee of the Board of Stewards for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and the Widows of Freemasons met on Monday the 29 fch ult ., Bro . J . M . Case G . D . in the chair ; Bro . S . Rothenthal , C . J . Livett , C . Martin , and H . M . Levy ,
were also present . The selection of music was entrusted to Bro . T . Lawler jun . The general meeting of Stewards was then held , and was numerously attended . Bro . J . M . Case here also took the chair . Bro . Jas . Terry , Hon . Sec ,, read the report , which was carried . He then announced
there were 259 Stewards . A vote of thanks was passed to the Board of General Purposes for the use of the Hall . The Reception Committee to receive H . R . H . Prince Leopold was appointed ; it will consist of the President , Vice President , two Grand Stewards , and Bros . Martin
Curteis , Oughton , and H . M . Levy . Ballots for seats in the Hall were taken , and a cordial vote of thanks was given to Bro . Case for presiding . Among those present were Bros . T . Foxall , J . Tanner , G . Ward Verry , 0 . Moutrie ,
W . J . Ferguson , W . Murlis , M . Spiegel , Baldwin , J . Stevens , C . Godtschalk , Corke , J . Elliott , Watts , Scott , Rev . R . J . Simpson , L . C . Birley , Z . D . Berry , Rawley , Wallington , Faulkner , & c .
The Provincial Grand Chapter of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight was held at the Masonic Hall , Bugle Street , Southampton , Friday , 26 th ult ., under the presidency of the Grand Superintendent of the Province , W . W . B . Beach , Esq ., M . P . The usual business having been transacted , the following were invested as Provincial Officers for the ensuing year : — M . E . Comp . W . Hickman ... 130 IT . „ T . Best 301 J . „ J . E . Lo Feuvro ... 391 Scribe E . „ T . Batchelor ... 487 Scribe N . „ J . B . Thomas ... 394 P . S . „ J . Wallingford ... 903 First Assist . „ Dyson 130 Second Assist . „ M . E . Frost ' ... 487 Treasurer . E . C . Dyer 359 Eegistrar . „ Turney 342 Sword Bearer . „ E . Bunting ... 487 Standard Bearer . „ Page 903 D . C . a .5S?::::::JS}*~
The Companions subsequently partook of an excellent banquet , supplied by Mr . T . Dartnall , of the High Street .
In our report , last week , of tho meeting of the Salisbury Lodge , No . 435 , we stated that Bro . Wilhelm Ganz had been a member TEN years ; wo should have said TWENTY years , as Bro . Ganz joined the Salisbury in 185 G , and has been a member ever since .
At the dinner aud ball iu aid of the Caledonian Society , held at Freemasons' Hall ou tho 25 th ult ., in commemoration of tbe Birthday of the poet Burns , tho band was furnished and conducted by Bro . Louis , No . 1559 , bandmaster of tho London Scottish Rifles .