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next toast waa that of the M . W . Pro Grand Maater the Earl of Lathom . who the W . M . said was , like himself , a Lancashire man ; ho there , fore had a great regard for him , and hoped he would live long to enjoy his high offioe . The W . M . then gave the toast" of the M . W . the Deputy Grand Master the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe and the rest of the Grand Officers Present and Past , and referred to
the Grand Officers present : Brothers Col . Shadwell Gierke P . G . D . Grand Secretary and Sir J . B . Moncktou P . G . W . whom he meant to propose as honorary members . The Lodge recognised the honour that these distinguished guests ( holding aa they do snch high aud dignified positions iu the Craft ) conferred on the membera by coming and assisting with such willincneaa in the work of the Lodge . He
looked upon Col . Gierke ' s coming down to instal him aa a great compliment to himself , and in the name of the Lodge gave him a hearty welcome . Referring to Sir John Monckton , the W . M . said there were Masous and Masons , but that there never oould be more than one Sir John Monckton ; his genial manners make his name a source of pleasare wherever he goes . Bro . Sir John Monckton P . G . W .,
replying for the Grand Officers , prefaced his remarks by a reference to the presence of Bro . Mackney , who had just sung " Just behind the Battle , Mother ; " he said it took him back 50 years , wheu ho was a boy at Maidstone , aud enjoyed the talent then displayed by thispopular artiste . He expressed the great pleasure he felt in receiving tho hospitality of the Lodge , and his very cordial thanka for the
unusual compliment paid him in proposing to make him an honorary member . He likened his joining the Suburban to his being made a sportsman , —the "City and Suburban . " He could not overrate his admiration of the Lodge and ita agreeable surroundings . He congratulated the Lodge on its selection of Bro . Tickle as W . M . ; he was moat business-like , a man of tact , and one of their most
esteemed corporators . He was also pleased to see present several other membera of that body he would call a great institution . Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Gierke P . G . D . Grand Secretary said Sir John ' s silver tongue always took the wind ont of his sails , and left him little to aay . He felt flattered at the invitation , and especially at being requested to iustal Bro . Tickle . He knew something of the history
of the Lodge , of its Past Masters , and of Bro . Tickle , who the Lodge bad elected to the ohair for tho third time ; he well knew hia qualities ; one who was able to fill the Chair so worthily was snre to do credit to the Lodge . He was exceedingly pleased with his visit , and at meeting so many old friends and new friends , and hoped he should have another opportunity to come down amongst the brethren .
In proposing the toast of the Prov . Grand Officers , the W . M . thought that amongst all the Provinces under the banner of the Grand Lodge of England , Middlesex stood foremost , and that their Prov . Grand Master Col . Sir Francis Burdett was of all Prov . Grand Masters the most looked up to ; there was perhaps none more popular nor more beloved in the Craft than he , it being the delight of his life to spread
peace wherever he went and give honour if honour was due . He had generously recognised the claims of tho Suburban Lodge in the dispensation of Provincial honours . Bro . J . F . Hepburn P . M . Past Prov . Grand Treasurer Middlesex , and Bro . G . H . Carter P . M . P . P . G . Treasurer Middlesex both responded to the toast . Tho I . P . M . then proposed the health of the W . M . Premising that it was the toast of
the evening . Ho remarked that Bro . Tickle was so well known to all the brethren , and having occupied the same , position so ably on two previous occasions , besides having passed the ohair iu his mother Lodge , that ifc was unnecessary to say much . With his superior qualities as a Mason of so many years' standing , he had done good service to tbe Lodge iu the past , and wonld do so in the future .
The Lodge could not have a bettor brother to fill the ohair , and ho heartily wished him health and long life . The W . M . Bro . J . Tickle P . P . G . Treasurer Middlesex briefly responded , complimenting the I . P . M . upon the handsome terms iu which he bad proposed the toast , Baying he was always willing to do any service he could for the Lodge , aud that it afforded him very great pleasure to again occupy
the chair after a lapse of so many years . The W . M . next gave the toast of the Visitora . He drew attention to the number of members who joined the Lodge in consequence of having visited it , nearly all the Past Masters having been so influenced . The visitors were so charmed with the placo and its surroundings that they could not resist joining . Several brethren responded , remarking how pleased
they were ; how nicely everything was done , and how hospitably ; also that the Lodge had a great namo in London . The toasts of the I . P . M ., Past Masters , Treasurer , Secretary , and other Officers followed . Bro . Oliver I . P . M . expressed his thanks for the handsome jewel presented to him , which would be a lasting reminder to him of their osteflm and kindness . Bro . W . T . Buck P . M . P . P . G . W . of
Middlesex responded for the Past Masters . Bro . R . W . Bilby P . M . Treasnrer in reply , said he had passed nearly every office in the Lodge , and had been in the chair iu four Lodges , but that the office of Treasurer was a dignity now casfc upon hira for the firsfc time ; but he hoped at tha ond of his year of office fco give a good account of bis stewardship . He bad a great regard for fche honour and dignity ot the Lodge and respect for its rnombsrs . Bro . J . Hill P . M . Secretary responded for that office . The Tyler ' s toasfc brought the proceedings to a close .
WEYSIDE LODGE , No . 1395
/ T 1 HE installation meeting wns held at tho Masonic Hall , Wokin <; JL Station , on Tuesday , 23 rd ult . Amongst those present was Colonel Money , C . B ,, Provincial Grand Master olect , who on enterim ; the Lodge watj received with tlie nana ) Masonic honours , vary heartily bestowed . Brother Gaylon Worshipful Mastor elect was installed in an admirable manner by Jiro . Sowman W . M ., the charges
after the cot emony being delivered by Bro . Tylor P . M . P . P . G . S . D . . vith effect and eloquence . The following Officers were then invested by the Worshipful Master : —P . H . AVhite S . W ., G . H . White J . W .,
Mackrell S . D ., Knight J . D ., Robinson I . G ., Bowles Treasurer , Tylei Secretary , At the subsequent banquet thu Worshipful Maater presided , and was supported by the Provincial Grand Master elect Bio , Pvjmieu ( Coroner for West Surrey ) , Bowles , other Past Provincial
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Grand Officers , and a large muster of brethren , as well aa of visitors . The Provincial Grand Master , in replying to tho toast of his health , said he thanked them most heartily for the extremely kind terms in which his health had beeu proposed , and for tho very cordial manner in whioh it had beeu drunk . He thought that , in hia appointment aa Grand Master of Surrey , hia
lines had fullon in very pleasant places , for as far as he had been able to see in tho Province , Masoury waa making great progress , and waa most thoroughly carried out . Amongst the other toasts the health of tho present Worshipful Master and of the Immediate Past Master ( Bro . Sowman ) waa enthusiastically drunk . A very pleasant evening waa spent , several members contributing to a capital musical programme .
Correspondence.
CORRESPONDENCE .
THE BOYS' SCHOOL .
To the Editor of the FBEEMASON ' S CHEONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —While I fully agree with the remarks made by our Pro Grand Maater , as well aa by yourself , as to the desirability of removing the Boys' School from Wood Green I would desire to offer a word of proteat in regard to what has recently been done there , although by doing so I may arouse feelings whioh it
would bo better to leave undisturbed . It is comparatively a short time since the Craffc was asked to subscribe the money for the erection of a Preparatory School , and provide for other improvemonts and additions at Wood Green ; indeed , I believe that even during the last few months large sums have been expended on additions whioh will be virtually useless if the site ia to be abandoned ,
and I would ask , why was this done , when a few months later the site is pronounced wholly unsuitable for the School ? I do not wish to hold myself np as a pattern , but my sole reason for refusing support for tbe enlargement scheme of a few yeara back was that I could not seo the policy of extending the establishment at Wood Green . The extension was carried out ; but I think many of those
who helped to secure it have to-day repented of their decision , and would fain havo the money in the coffers of the Institution whioh waa then paid for land and buildings . Of what use has the new large hall at Wood Green been to the Institution P Has it ever paid a year's interest—in point of utilityon the capital invested in its erection ? or is it ever likely to be more
than a " White Elephant ? " It is proverbially easy to be wise after an event , but I do hope that every experienco of the past will be made good nse of in deciding on the buildings of the future . It is too late now to say unkind things of those who have devised and erected the buildings at Wood Green , but what will be the feelings of the Craft when the premises of the Boys' School come to be sold ,
as I preaumo they will bo , for a few shillings in comparison with the hardly gained pounds they have cost to erect ? Surely this should teach the reformers of to-day a severe lesson , and lead to every care being exercised that tho now Boys' School shall be made available for the natural growth of at least tho next twenty or thirty years . If the members of the Craft decide to build premises elsewhere they
must not ba content to build for to-day . Lot plans be provided for an establishment at least twice as large as the present one , and in such a way that parts may bo completed from time to time as funds are avaMablo . It ia no novelty for a largo estate to be laid out on paper , aud only half completed at the outset of building operations , without making any appearance of iuompleteness , or rendering
ifc necesaaiy to mako expensive alterations in existing buildings if a moderate addition is desired a few years' hence . This shonld be the principle on which our new Boys' School should be started , and thou the coming generation would not have the same cause to blame ua as we seem to possess of censuring those who have handed down to ns the presenb buildings at Wood Green . Yours fraternally , A FORMER NEIGHBOUR OF THE INSTITUTION .
Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .
Bro . Hedges , the Secretary of the Girls' School , has requested us to publish the following copy of a letter which has been addressed to Sir John B . Monckton by Liout-Col . A . Egerton , Equerry to H . R . H . the Dnke of Connaught .
" Buckingham Palace , 26 th June 1891 . " Dear Sir John , ' * I am desired by the Duke of Connaught , in reply fco your letter , to acquaint you that it will give hia Royal Highness groat
pleasure to take the chair at the Anuual Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls in May next year . " I am , yours vory truly , ALFRED EOEETON . "
There will not be any performances afc the Lyceum on the evenings of Wednesday r . nd Saturday during the remainder of tha season , bufc V . r . Wills' charming play " Charles I . " will bo presented on tho afternoon : ) of thoso days next week . " Raveuawood" will bo performed in tho evening of the other days . Mr . Harrington Bail / opens the Vaudeville Theatre thin , Saturday , evening with a now farcical comedy entitled "The Mischief M iker , " by Mr . E . Henderson .
It will bo preceded by ; . one neb divsmii , "Gabriels Truat , " by Mr . A . C . Caiuiour . We wish him success . The new drama , which has been written by Mesars . G . 11 . Sims and Robert Buchanan for tlie Artolpru * , i ; i to be produced about tho end of the present month . Mr . 8 . llerberte-Bnsiug announces tbo production of an original four ••<* : play , called " The Scapegoat , " by Mr . Wilton Jones , on T esday next .
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next toast waa that of the M . W . Pro Grand Maater the Earl of Lathom . who the W . M . said was , like himself , a Lancashire man ; ho there , fore had a great regard for him , and hoped he would live long to enjoy his high offioe . The W . M . then gave the toast" of the M . W . the Deputy Grand Master the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe and the rest of the Grand Officers Present and Past , and referred to
the Grand Officers present : Brothers Col . Shadwell Gierke P . G . D . Grand Secretary and Sir J . B . Moncktou P . G . W . whom he meant to propose as honorary members . The Lodge recognised the honour that these distinguished guests ( holding aa they do snch high aud dignified positions iu the Craft ) conferred on the membera by coming and assisting with such willincneaa in the work of the Lodge . He
looked upon Col . Gierke ' s coming down to instal him aa a great compliment to himself , and in the name of the Lodge gave him a hearty welcome . Referring to Sir John Monckton , the W . M . said there were Masous and Masons , but that there never oould be more than one Sir John Monckton ; his genial manners make his name a source of pleasare wherever he goes . Bro . Sir John Monckton P . G . W .,
replying for the Grand Officers , prefaced his remarks by a reference to the presence of Bro . Mackney , who had just sung " Just behind the Battle , Mother ; " he said it took him back 50 years , wheu ho was a boy at Maidstone , aud enjoyed the talent then displayed by thispopular artiste . He expressed the great pleasure he felt in receiving tho hospitality of the Lodge , and his very cordial thanka for the
unusual compliment paid him in proposing to make him an honorary member . He likened his joining the Suburban to his being made a sportsman , —the "City and Suburban . " He could not overrate his admiration of the Lodge and ita agreeable surroundings . He congratulated the Lodge on its selection of Bro . Tickle as W . M . ; he was moat business-like , a man of tact , and one of their most
esteemed corporators . He was also pleased to see present several other membera of that body he would call a great institution . Bro . Col . Shadwell H . Gierke P . G . D . Grand Secretary said Sir John ' s silver tongue always took the wind ont of his sails , and left him little to aay . He felt flattered at the invitation , and especially at being requested to iustal Bro . Tickle . He knew something of the history
of the Lodge , of its Past Masters , and of Bro . Tickle , who the Lodge bad elected to the ohair for tho third time ; he well knew hia qualities ; one who was able to fill the Chair so worthily was snre to do credit to the Lodge . He was exceedingly pleased with his visit , and at meeting so many old friends and new friends , and hoped he should have another opportunity to come down amongst the brethren .
In proposing the toast of the Prov . Grand Officers , the W . M . thought that amongst all the Provinces under the banner of the Grand Lodge of England , Middlesex stood foremost , and that their Prov . Grand Master Col . Sir Francis Burdett was of all Prov . Grand Masters the most looked up to ; there was perhaps none more popular nor more beloved in the Craft than he , it being the delight of his life to spread
peace wherever he went and give honour if honour was due . He had generously recognised the claims of tho Suburban Lodge in the dispensation of Provincial honours . Bro . J . F . Hepburn P . M . Past Prov . Grand Treasurer Middlesex , and Bro . G . H . Carter P . M . P . P . G . Treasurer Middlesex both responded to the toast . Tho I . P . M . then proposed the health of the W . M . Premising that it was the toast of
the evening . Ho remarked that Bro . Tickle was so well known to all the brethren , and having occupied the same , position so ably on two previous occasions , besides having passed the ohair iu his mother Lodge , that ifc was unnecessary to say much . With his superior qualities as a Mason of so many years' standing , he had done good service to tbe Lodge iu the past , and wonld do so in the future .
The Lodge could not have a bettor brother to fill the ohair , and ho heartily wished him health and long life . The W . M . Bro . J . Tickle P . P . G . Treasurer Middlesex briefly responded , complimenting the I . P . M . upon the handsome terms iu which he bad proposed the toast , Baying he was always willing to do any service he could for the Lodge , aud that it afforded him very great pleasure to again occupy
the chair after a lapse of so many years . The W . M . next gave the toast of the Visitora . He drew attention to the number of members who joined the Lodge in consequence of having visited it , nearly all the Past Masters having been so influenced . The visitors were so charmed with the placo and its surroundings that they could not resist joining . Several brethren responded , remarking how pleased
they were ; how nicely everything was done , and how hospitably ; also that the Lodge had a great namo in London . The toasts of the I . P . M ., Past Masters , Treasurer , Secretary , and other Officers followed . Bro . Oliver I . P . M . expressed his thanks for the handsome jewel presented to him , which would be a lasting reminder to him of their osteflm and kindness . Bro . W . T . Buck P . M . P . P . G . W . of
Middlesex responded for the Past Masters . Bro . R . W . Bilby P . M . Treasnrer in reply , said he had passed nearly every office in the Lodge , and had been in the chair iu four Lodges , but that the office of Treasurer was a dignity now casfc upon hira for the firsfc time ; but he hoped at tha ond of his year of office fco give a good account of bis stewardship . He bad a great regard for fche honour and dignity ot the Lodge and respect for its rnombsrs . Bro . J . Hill P . M . Secretary responded for that office . The Tyler ' s toasfc brought the proceedings to a close .
WEYSIDE LODGE , No . 1395
/ T 1 HE installation meeting wns held at tho Masonic Hall , Wokin <; JL Station , on Tuesday , 23 rd ult . Amongst those present was Colonel Money , C . B ,, Provincial Grand Master olect , who on enterim ; the Lodge watj received with tlie nana ) Masonic honours , vary heartily bestowed . Brother Gaylon Worshipful Mastor elect was installed in an admirable manner by Jiro . Sowman W . M ., the charges
after the cot emony being delivered by Bro . Tylor P . M . P . P . G . S . D . . vith effect and eloquence . The following Officers were then invested by the Worshipful Master : —P . H . AVhite S . W ., G . H . White J . W .,
Mackrell S . D ., Knight J . D ., Robinson I . G ., Bowles Treasurer , Tylei Secretary , At the subsequent banquet thu Worshipful Maater presided , and was supported by the Provincial Grand Master elect Bio , Pvjmieu ( Coroner for West Surrey ) , Bowles , other Past Provincial
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Grand Officers , and a large muster of brethren , as well aa of visitors . The Provincial Grand Master , in replying to tho toast of his health , said he thanked them most heartily for the extremely kind terms in which his health had beeu proposed , and for tho very cordial manner in whioh it had beeu drunk . He thought that , in hia appointment aa Grand Master of Surrey , hia
lines had fullon in very pleasant places , for as far as he had been able to see in tho Province , Masoury waa making great progress , and waa most thoroughly carried out . Amongst the other toasts the health of tho present Worshipful Master and of the Immediate Past Master ( Bro . Sowman ) waa enthusiastically drunk . A very pleasant evening waa spent , several members contributing to a capital musical programme .
Correspondence.
CORRESPONDENCE .
THE BOYS' SCHOOL .
To the Editor of the FBEEMASON ' S CHEONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —While I fully agree with the remarks made by our Pro Grand Maater , as well aa by yourself , as to the desirability of removing the Boys' School from Wood Green I would desire to offer a word of proteat in regard to what has recently been done there , although by doing so I may arouse feelings whioh it
would bo better to leave undisturbed . It is comparatively a short time since the Craffc was asked to subscribe the money for the erection of a Preparatory School , and provide for other improvemonts and additions at Wood Green ; indeed , I believe that even during the last few months large sums have been expended on additions whioh will be virtually useless if the site ia to be abandoned ,
and I would ask , why was this done , when a few months later the site is pronounced wholly unsuitable for the School ? I do not wish to hold myself np as a pattern , but my sole reason for refusing support for tbe enlargement scheme of a few yeara back was that I could not seo the policy of extending the establishment at Wood Green . The extension was carried out ; but I think many of those
who helped to secure it have to-day repented of their decision , and would fain havo the money in the coffers of the Institution whioh waa then paid for land and buildings . Of what use has the new large hall at Wood Green been to the Institution P Has it ever paid a year's interest—in point of utilityon the capital invested in its erection ? or is it ever likely to be more
than a " White Elephant ? " It is proverbially easy to be wise after an event , but I do hope that every experienco of the past will be made good nse of in deciding on the buildings of the future . It is too late now to say unkind things of those who have devised and erected the buildings at Wood Green , but what will be the feelings of the Craft when the premises of the Boys' School come to be sold ,
as I preaumo they will bo , for a few shillings in comparison with the hardly gained pounds they have cost to erect ? Surely this should teach the reformers of to-day a severe lesson , and lead to every care being exercised that tho now Boys' School shall be made available for the natural growth of at least tho next twenty or thirty years . If the members of the Craft decide to build premises elsewhere they
must not ba content to build for to-day . Lot plans be provided for an establishment at least twice as large as the present one , and in such a way that parts may bo completed from time to time as funds are avaMablo . It ia no novelty for a largo estate to be laid out on paper , aud only half completed at the outset of building operations , without making any appearance of iuompleteness , or rendering
ifc necesaaiy to mako expensive alterations in existing buildings if a moderate addition is desired a few years' hence . This shonld be the principle on which our new Boys' School should be started , and thou the coming generation would not have the same cause to blame ua as we seem to possess of censuring those who have handed down to ns the presenb buildings at Wood Green . Yours fraternally , A FORMER NEIGHBOUR OF THE INSTITUTION .
Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .
Bro . Hedges , the Secretary of the Girls' School , has requested us to publish the following copy of a letter which has been addressed to Sir John B . Monckton by Liout-Col . A . Egerton , Equerry to H . R . H . the Dnke of Connaught .
" Buckingham Palace , 26 th June 1891 . " Dear Sir John , ' * I am desired by the Duke of Connaught , in reply fco your letter , to acquaint you that it will give hia Royal Highness groat
pleasure to take the chair at the Anuual Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls in May next year . " I am , yours vory truly , ALFRED EOEETON . "
There will not be any performances afc the Lyceum on the evenings of Wednesday r . nd Saturday during the remainder of tha season , bufc V . r . Wills' charming play " Charles I . " will bo presented on tho afternoon : ) of thoso days next week . " Raveuawood" will bo performed in tho evening of the other days . Mr . Harrington Bail / opens the Vaudeville Theatre thin , Saturday , evening with a now farcical comedy entitled "The Mischief M iker , " by Mr . E . Henderson .
It will bo preceded by ; . one neb divsmii , "Gabriels Truat , " by Mr . A . C . Caiuiour . We wish him success . The new drama , which has been written by Mesars . G . 11 . Sims and Robert Buchanan for tlie Artolpru * , i ; i to be produced about tho end of the present month . Mr . 8 . llerberte-Bnsiug announces tbo production of an original four ••<* : play , called " The Scapegoat , " by Mr . Wilton Jones , on T esday next .