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Southend-On-Sea.
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA .
WE are not surprised that this Essex seaside resort should be ono of tho most popular of thoso sitnato within easy reach of the Metropolis . Many , of conrso , will pronounce it slow by comparison with Margate , or essentially unaristooratic by tho side of Brighton . But for tho qniefc , unostentatious man of business—who is in search of a brief rest from tho labours of his vocation , and who is anxious to obtain this rest at as moderate a cost as possible , in a locality where ho will not only obtain fresh air , but gladden his eyes
with pretty scenery—wo know few placs which tiro to he preferred to Southend . Its advantages aro undoubtedly many . Iu tho first place , it may be reached either by land or water in a short space of time , and for a few shillings only . It has grown , amazingly of lato years , and there are now rows upon rows of pretty residences , whoso owners or occupants are willing to afford accommodation to visitors at reasonable charges . There is also good hotel accommodation to bo had , whore the bachelor or married man without encumbrances
may disport himself most comfortably , and without being too heavily mulcted by fche landlord . Then thero aro vory many country walks , with pretty villages and hamlets scattered about , to tho rear , on either side of tho town . Thoso who are partial to boat excursions , whether sailing or rowing , will have no difficulty in gratifying thoir desires , and , when the tide is favourable , it is possible to enjoy a
good bath . In short , Southend has very few drawbacks and very many advantages , among tho latter being two which certainly must nofc be lost sight of—namely , that looking seaward , there is always plenty to be seen . In tho yachting season , tho outlook is vory lively , but on such a river as the Thames it will be admitted thero is always plenty of traffic . Then within easy reach is Shoebnryness , the
great practice ground for onr Artillery , and where nearly all the year round something in tho way . of experiment or proof is being carried on at the butts . Hither , in tho month of August , come our Artillery Volunteers for tho purpose of competition in handling and firing field-guns and gnus of position ; and then , of conrso , the primitive—and , from a landscape point
of view , the uninteresting—place is fall of life and enjoyment . However , thero is seldom a time when something of interest is not going forward , so that with the country behind it , Sbooburyness , and Sheerness on tho opposite side of the estuary , the visitor should lincl no difficulty in enjoying himself according to his particular bent . It is only very recently that we renewed acquaintance with
tho locality , and we were pleased to find that though no interval had elapsed since our previous visit , there had been many improvements . Ifc would be difficult , perhaps , to specify these improvements , as they contribute to the general effect ancl comfort without having anything specially noteworthy about them . One place , however , attracted our notice especially , and it is ono wo can confidently
recommend to those of our readers who may havo the intention of visiting Southend . This is " Tho Grotto by tho Sea , " 28 Marine Parade , of which Mr . W . H . Collier is the proprietor . It commands a full view of . the sea and country . It is furnished with every comfort ancl convenience for visitors , and with comfort aro combined those essential requisites of civility and economy
, while the quality of everything that is supplied is guaranteed to bo the best . Here , for a small charge , a man may tako dinner or tea , or both , or a family party may similarly refresh themselves ; while , as the dining saloons afford accommodation for upwards of throe hundred persons at a timo , it is one of the best places to resort to for bean-feasts or school-parties . Wo must remind our readers
that tho Grotto by the Sea makes no pretensions to bo a first-class hotol or tavern . It is what it claims to be , n . place to which all who seek to enjoy themselves without incurring heavy expense may resort , with the utmost confidence that Mr . Collier will carry ont his part of tho programme aud treat them well and with civility . Wo may likewise draw attention to tho Cambridge Hotel , Shoebnryness , kept by Bro . Ayling , whore meets the St . Andrew ' s Lodge , No . 1817 .
J . nis , ifc ^ must be remembered , is a high-class establishment , with every kind of accommodation to suit the most fastidious of tastes , and Brother Ayling lays himself out , ' worthy host that ho is , to promote tho comfort and convenience of all who favour him with their custom . Tho tariff of charges , too , is moderate , and whether it be wines or spirits , or a substantial , simple , or recherche repast that is needed , Bro . Ayling will be found equal to meeting all requirements , and afc the briefest notice .
A Mason's Notes Of Travel In Asia.
A MASON'S NOTES OF TRAVEL IN ASIA .
¥ \ 10 M THE LtUE'tAL ri . 'HGilASON . "VXTE arrived afc Alexandria at night , and wero obliged to land in ' ' small boats . Being turned over to tho tender mercies of a crowd of New York hack-drivers is blissful quiet compared with what on elms to undergo with a horde of Arab boatmen .
Ihe city of Alexandria is a combination of Oriental and European buildings and people . The newer streets , paved with volcanic stone broug ht from Naples , conld nob bo told from those of a prosperous ¦ French or Italian city , while the older parts of tho town are quite Oriental in appearance . I hero aro five or six Masonic Lodges iu Alexandria , aud as many
more in Cairo ; but unfortunately there was no meeting during outstay in either city . We drove about to tho various points of interest , saw tho column called Pompey's Pillar , and had a line opportunity to carefully inspect Cleopatra ' s Needle , which is being made ready to bo taken to New York . We have road of the efforts of some enthusiasts lo
A Mason's Notes Of Travel In Asia.
eoniieef this obelisk with Masonry in some way , but ono must surely b . ' ijifted with a very vivid imagination fco see any moro evidence of Masonic significance in these hieroglyphics than iu thoso to bo found all throuirh Ktrypt . We wont by rail from Alexandria to Cairo , which is probable tho most interesting , and it is certainly tho largest purely Oriental city
in the world . i'lvery variety of costume that can bo seen out of the Arctic regions may be found hero . Thero is as much evidence of bustling active lifo hero as may bo found in tho streets of Paris . If ono may judge from looks , the Egyptians aro tho happiest aud most perfectly contented people to bo found anywhere . Thoy seem
to have no care for anything ; and men , women , and children may bo seen lying down to sleep on the sides of the streets in tho middle of the day , while tho crowds of people with camels , donkeys , and horses rush by without seeming to disturb them in the least . Wo saw the return of tho Pilgrims from Mecca , and also tho ceremony called the " Dossah , " when tho Chief Shoik of tho returned
Pilgrims ridos on horseback over thousands of people who think they do God service by laying down for that purpose . Tho one thing that was of more interest to us than all tho rest , was the oldest and largest of all tho Pyramids , which is situated oh the edge of tho Great Desert . It covers more than twelve acres of ground , and is nearly seven hundred feet iu height . Tho blocks of
si one of which it is built aro some of them enormous , and they wero all brought from a great distance . This is tho oldest monument of skilful engineering in all tho world . It was three thousand years old when King Solomon commenced to build the Templo of which wo havo heen told so much . Standing on the top of this Pyramid as we did , on a beautiful clear day in February , the sight was ouo never
to bo forgotten . The air is so clear that wo can see more than fifty miles in either direction . Looking across the valley of tho Nile , covered with vegetation of varied hues , with here ancl there a village with many palm trees , and a broad , beautiful avenue of stately acacias leading to "Grand Cairo" with its domes and minarets , showing tho location of tho three hundred mosques within its walls ,
then looking up the Nilo wo see groves of palm trees dotting the verdant plains and stately Pyramids of Sakkarah , which seem close at hand , though they are more than fifteen miles away , and then with all this beauty fresh in your mind , you havo bufc to turn around to see tho most complete picture of desolation ifc is possible to imagine . As far as tho eye can see , no sign of life of man or beast or
vegetable , nothing but sand . No more striking contrast can possibly bo imagined . We went to tho site of ancient Memphis , and saw the wonderful tomb-chambers of Sakkarah , the most perfect ancl beautiful of their kind of anything now iu existence . The sail up the Nile was delightful , ancl one long to be remembered .
Wo also drove out to the site of Heliopolis , tho aucienfc city in which the Chief Priest of On , fche sun god , resided , and which was frequently called On , in consequence of this being the sacred city of the sun worshippers , much as Mecca is sacred to the Moslems . All that now remains of the city thafc was so powerful in fcho time of the exodus of the children of Israel is an obelisk of red granite
covered with hieroglyphics , which is probably tho oldest monument of its kind in existence . On leaving Cairo we wont by rail to Ismailya took a small steamer for a sail of fifty-six miles on the Suez Canal , landing afc Port . Said . Ancl hero wo bade good-byo to this wonderful land , the land whore tho oldest civilization of which we have any knowledge originated .
The Great City Lodge of Instruction , Wo . 1426—This Lodge re-opened for the season , on Thursday , tho 2 nd inst ., afc Masons' Hall Tavern , Masons ' -avenuc , E . O . Thero wero present Bros . Goodenough W . M ., Wright S . AV ., Bissetfc J . W ., Hamor S . D . and Treasurer , Blackie Secretary , W . Babor I . G ., and other brethren .
The minutes of the previous meeting wero read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Parker acting as candidate . The first section of the lecture was worked . Lodge was opened in second ancl third degrees , and closed to first . The S . W . was unanimously elected W . M . for the ensusing'week . Lodge was closed in clue form .
Obituary.
Obituary .
! Ou tho 28 th ult . was interred , at Norwood Cemetery , the remains of onr respected and much lamented Brother C . Nash P . M . Pythagorean Lodge , No . 79 . The funeral was' conducted by Mr . Holden , of Greenwich , and was attended by numerous relatives and friends of the family ,
amongst whom were Messrs . W , Nash , G , Nash , "W . Browusfield , and "Webber : Bro . W . Smith P . M . Hornsey Lodge , No . 890 , Secretary Pythagorean . Lodge , No . 79 , ancl Bro . F . Malyon , No . 07 . Conspicuous amongst the brethren present , Avho met and joined the corthje at the
gates of the cemetery , were Bros . H . Roberts , J . Poclo hsim , "VV . Farnttekl , and J . K Dtissee , Past Masters No . 79 ; 0 . Fowler S . W ., G . B . Clifford J . D ., G . Bonccy , V . Orchard , I . Irwin , A . H . Satch , and B . Rishton , all of
Lodge 79 ; J . J . West P . M . 548 , and A . B . Church P . S . W . No . 147 aud Treasurer No . 79 . The obsequies being ot . ded , and the mourners having moved from their positions , the brethren each placed a sprig of acacia on the coffin , aud then rcgt'otfally retired .
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Southend-On-Sea.
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA .
WE are not surprised that this Essex seaside resort should be ono of tho most popular of thoso sitnato within easy reach of the Metropolis . Many , of conrso , will pronounce it slow by comparison with Margate , or essentially unaristooratic by tho side of Brighton . But for tho qniefc , unostentatious man of business—who is in search of a brief rest from tho labours of his vocation , and who is anxious to obtain this rest at as moderate a cost as possible , in a locality where ho will not only obtain fresh air , but gladden his eyes
with pretty scenery—wo know few placs which tiro to he preferred to Southend . Its advantages aro undoubtedly many . Iu tho first place , it may be reached either by land or water in a short space of time , and for a few shillings only . It has grown , amazingly of lato years , and there are now rows upon rows of pretty residences , whoso owners or occupants are willing to afford accommodation to visitors at reasonable charges . There is also good hotel accommodation to bo had , whore the bachelor or married man without encumbrances
may disport himself most comfortably , and without being too heavily mulcted by fche landlord . Then thero aro vory many country walks , with pretty villages and hamlets scattered about , to tho rear , on either side of tho town . Thoso who are partial to boat excursions , whether sailing or rowing , will have no difficulty in gratifying thoir desires , and , when the tide is favourable , it is possible to enjoy a
good bath . In short , Southend has very few drawbacks and very many advantages , among tho latter being two which certainly must nofc be lost sight of—namely , that looking seaward , there is always plenty to be seen . In tho yachting season , tho outlook is vory lively , but on such a river as the Thames it will be admitted thero is always plenty of traffic . Then within easy reach is Shoebnryness , the
great practice ground for onr Artillery , and where nearly all the year round something in tho way . of experiment or proof is being carried on at the butts . Hither , in tho month of August , come our Artillery Volunteers for tho purpose of competition in handling and firing field-guns and gnus of position ; and then , of conrso , the primitive—and , from a landscape point
of view , the uninteresting—place is fall of life and enjoyment . However , thero is seldom a time when something of interest is not going forward , so that with the country behind it , Sbooburyness , and Sheerness on tho opposite side of the estuary , the visitor should lincl no difficulty in enjoying himself according to his particular bent . It is only very recently that we renewed acquaintance with
tho locality , and we were pleased to find that though no interval had elapsed since our previous visit , there had been many improvements . Ifc would be difficult , perhaps , to specify these improvements , as they contribute to the general effect ancl comfort without having anything specially noteworthy about them . One place , however , attracted our notice especially , and it is ono wo can confidently
recommend to those of our readers who may havo the intention of visiting Southend . This is " Tho Grotto by tho Sea , " 28 Marine Parade , of which Mr . W . H . Collier is the proprietor . It commands a full view of . the sea and country . It is furnished with every comfort ancl convenience for visitors , and with comfort aro combined those essential requisites of civility and economy
, while the quality of everything that is supplied is guaranteed to bo the best . Here , for a small charge , a man may tako dinner or tea , or both , or a family party may similarly refresh themselves ; while , as the dining saloons afford accommodation for upwards of throe hundred persons at a timo , it is one of the best places to resort to for bean-feasts or school-parties . Wo must remind our readers
that tho Grotto by the Sea makes no pretensions to bo a first-class hotol or tavern . It is what it claims to be , n . place to which all who seek to enjoy themselves without incurring heavy expense may resort , with the utmost confidence that Mr . Collier will carry ont his part of tho programme aud treat them well and with civility . Wo may likewise draw attention to tho Cambridge Hotel , Shoebnryness , kept by Bro . Ayling , whore meets the St . Andrew ' s Lodge , No . 1817 .
J . nis , ifc ^ must be remembered , is a high-class establishment , with every kind of accommodation to suit the most fastidious of tastes , and Brother Ayling lays himself out , ' worthy host that ho is , to promote tho comfort and convenience of all who favour him with their custom . Tho tariff of charges , too , is moderate , and whether it be wines or spirits , or a substantial , simple , or recherche repast that is needed , Bro . Ayling will be found equal to meeting all requirements , and afc the briefest notice .
A Mason's Notes Of Travel In Asia.
A MASON'S NOTES OF TRAVEL IN ASIA .
¥ \ 10 M THE LtUE'tAL ri . 'HGilASON . "VXTE arrived afc Alexandria at night , and wero obliged to land in ' ' small boats . Being turned over to tho tender mercies of a crowd of New York hack-drivers is blissful quiet compared with what on elms to undergo with a horde of Arab boatmen .
Ihe city of Alexandria is a combination of Oriental and European buildings and people . The newer streets , paved with volcanic stone broug ht from Naples , conld nob bo told from those of a prosperous ¦ French or Italian city , while the older parts of tho town are quite Oriental in appearance . I hero aro five or six Masonic Lodges iu Alexandria , aud as many
more in Cairo ; but unfortunately there was no meeting during outstay in either city . We drove about to tho various points of interest , saw tho column called Pompey's Pillar , and had a line opportunity to carefully inspect Cleopatra ' s Needle , which is being made ready to bo taken to New York . We have road of the efforts of some enthusiasts lo
A Mason's Notes Of Travel In Asia.
eoniieef this obelisk with Masonry in some way , but ono must surely b . ' ijifted with a very vivid imagination fco see any moro evidence of Masonic significance in these hieroglyphics than iu thoso to bo found all throuirh Ktrypt . We wont by rail from Alexandria to Cairo , which is probable tho most interesting , and it is certainly tho largest purely Oriental city
in the world . i'lvery variety of costume that can bo seen out of the Arctic regions may be found hero . Thero is as much evidence of bustling active lifo hero as may bo found in tho streets of Paris . If ono may judge from looks , the Egyptians aro tho happiest aud most perfectly contented people to bo found anywhere . Thoy seem
to have no care for anything ; and men , women , and children may bo seen lying down to sleep on the sides of the streets in tho middle of the day , while tho crowds of people with camels , donkeys , and horses rush by without seeming to disturb them in the least . Wo saw the return of tho Pilgrims from Mecca , and also tho ceremony called the " Dossah , " when tho Chief Shoik of tho returned
Pilgrims ridos on horseback over thousands of people who think they do God service by laying down for that purpose . Tho one thing that was of more interest to us than all tho rest , was the oldest and largest of all tho Pyramids , which is situated oh the edge of tho Great Desert . It covers more than twelve acres of ground , and is nearly seven hundred feet iu height . Tho blocks of
si one of which it is built aro some of them enormous , and they wero all brought from a great distance . This is tho oldest monument of skilful engineering in all tho world . It was three thousand years old when King Solomon commenced to build the Templo of which wo havo heen told so much . Standing on the top of this Pyramid as we did , on a beautiful clear day in February , the sight was ouo never
to bo forgotten . The air is so clear that wo can see more than fifty miles in either direction . Looking across the valley of tho Nile , covered with vegetation of varied hues , with here ancl there a village with many palm trees , and a broad , beautiful avenue of stately acacias leading to "Grand Cairo" with its domes and minarets , showing tho location of tho three hundred mosques within its walls ,
then looking up the Nilo wo see groves of palm trees dotting the verdant plains and stately Pyramids of Sakkarah , which seem close at hand , though they are more than fifteen miles away , and then with all this beauty fresh in your mind , you havo bufc to turn around to see tho most complete picture of desolation ifc is possible to imagine . As far as tho eye can see , no sign of life of man or beast or
vegetable , nothing but sand . No more striking contrast can possibly bo imagined . We went to tho site of ancient Memphis , and saw the wonderful tomb-chambers of Sakkarah , the most perfect ancl beautiful of their kind of anything now iu existence . The sail up the Nile was delightful , ancl one long to be remembered .
Wo also drove out to the site of Heliopolis , tho aucienfc city in which the Chief Priest of On , fche sun god , resided , and which was frequently called On , in consequence of this being the sacred city of the sun worshippers , much as Mecca is sacred to the Moslems . All that now remains of the city thafc was so powerful in fcho time of the exodus of the children of Israel is an obelisk of red granite
covered with hieroglyphics , which is probably tho oldest monument of its kind in existence . On leaving Cairo we wont by rail to Ismailya took a small steamer for a sail of fifty-six miles on the Suez Canal , landing afc Port . Said . Ancl hero wo bade good-byo to this wonderful land , the land whore tho oldest civilization of which we have any knowledge originated .
The Great City Lodge of Instruction , Wo . 1426—This Lodge re-opened for the season , on Thursday , tho 2 nd inst ., afc Masons' Hall Tavern , Masons ' -avenuc , E . O . Thero wero present Bros . Goodenough W . M ., Wright S . AV ., Bissetfc J . W ., Hamor S . D . and Treasurer , Blackie Secretary , W . Babor I . G ., and other brethren .
The minutes of the previous meeting wero read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Parker acting as candidate . The first section of the lecture was worked . Lodge was opened in second ancl third degrees , and closed to first . The S . W . was unanimously elected W . M . for the ensusing'week . Lodge was closed in clue form .
Obituary.
Obituary .
! Ou tho 28 th ult . was interred , at Norwood Cemetery , the remains of onr respected and much lamented Brother C . Nash P . M . Pythagorean Lodge , No . 79 . The funeral was' conducted by Mr . Holden , of Greenwich , and was attended by numerous relatives and friends of the family ,
amongst whom were Messrs . W , Nash , G , Nash , "W . Browusfield , and "Webber : Bro . W . Smith P . M . Hornsey Lodge , No . 890 , Secretary Pythagorean . Lodge , No . 79 , ancl Bro . F . Malyon , No . 07 . Conspicuous amongst the brethren present , Avho met and joined the corthje at the
gates of the cemetery , were Bros . H . Roberts , J . Poclo hsim , "VV . Farnttekl , and J . K Dtissee , Past Masters No . 79 ; 0 . Fowler S . W ., G . B . Clifford J . D ., G . Bonccy , V . Orchard , I . Irwin , A . H . Satch , and B . Rishton , all of
Lodge 79 ; J . J . West P . M . 548 , and A . B . Church P . S . W . No . 147 aud Treasurer No . 79 . The obsequies being ot . ded , and the mourners having moved from their positions , the brethren each placed a sprig of acacia on the coffin , aud then rcgt'otfally retired .