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be called " The St . Michael ' s Chapter , " and to meet at the Town Hall , Sittingbourne , in the Connty of Kent . 5 th . Companions John Harvey Askham as Z ., William Hay ward Allen as H ., George Payne as J ., and seven others for a Chapter to be attached to the St . John's Lodge , No . 1561 , Knaphill , Woking ,
Snrrey , to be called " The Brownrigg Chapter , " and to meet at the Prince of Wales' Hotel , St . John's , Woking , in the County of Snrrey . A charter of confirmation was granted to the Principals and other members of the " Holy Zion Chapter , " No . 486 , Calcutta , tho original Charter having become illegible through damp and other unavoidable causes .
A charter was also granted to the Companions of the " Chapter of Charity , " No . 187 , Bristol , authorising thsm to wear a Centenary Jewel , in accordance with the resolution passed by the Supreme Grand Chapter on the 1 st of February 1882 , the Chapter having proved an uninterrupted existence of 100 years .
The Jerusalem Chapter , No . 444 , Starcross , had neglected for several years to hold meetings or make returns , and not replied to a Summons calling upon it for explanation of the same—and the Grand Superintendent of Devon having thereon recommended to Grand
Chapter that the Chapter be erased from the Roll under Artiole 72 , Royal Arch Regnlations , the Chapter not having showed cause to Grand Chapter , why it should not be erased from the list of Chapters , was ordered to be erased , and Grand Chapter was then closed .
Metropolitan Chapter of Improvement . —This eminent Chapter of Improvement has resumed its weekly meetings for the season , at its old quarters , in the Jamaica Tavern , St . Michael's Alley , Cornhill , and , as of yore , its convocations are well attended , notwithstanding the comparatively early hour ( 6 , 30 ) at whioh the Companions assemble ; this , however , has been arranged to suit the convenience of members living at a distance from the City . Comp .
F . Brown still fulfils the dnties of Preceptor , and it is needless to say the Ritual of Freemasonry , under his auspices , is correctly interpreted . The meeting on Tuesday last was well attended , when the ceremony of exaltation was rehearsed , with tbe following Officers : Companions Briggs Z ., Fraser H ., Webb J , Cottrell N ., Haynes P . S ., Edmonds candidate . Comps . Rosenthall 1260 , and Allen 742 were elected members . The following were appointed Officers for the ensuing fortnight : Edmonds Z ., Rowe H ., Lilley J ., Cottrell N ., and Allen P . S .
Joppa Chapter , No . 188 . —An emergency meeting was held on Thursday , at tho Albion Tavorn , Aldersgate-street . Bros . W . H . Gnlliford M . E . Z ., H . P . Isaac H ., W . Littanr P . Z . as J ., J . Lazarns P . Z . Treasurer , M . J . Emannel P . Z . S . E ., A . Henochsberg P . S ., Brooke 1 st Asst ., Dewsnap 2 nd Assfc . ; P . Z . ' sS . Lazarus , H . M . Levy , L . Lazarus , W . Littanr ; Comps . G . T . Mann , G . Ellis , J . Hobinstock ,
Dewsnap , Brooke , W . G . Jennings , Meiter , and W . Howard . The Chapter was opened , and a ballot taken for the admission of Bro . Feilden No . 1839 . This being unanimous in his favour , he was duly exalted into R . A . Masonry by Comp . L . Lazarns P . Z ., who , by the courtesy of tho M . E . Z ., officiated . It is gratifying to state that every Officer was perfect in his working . The Chapter was closed ,
and the Companions adjourned to the Moorgato Restaurant , Moor , gate-street , where Bro . Kingston supplied an excellent supper , that gave great satisfaction . The M . E . Z . stated it was not his intention to propose the usual toasts , this being an emergency meeting ; bnt as they had met in such force he wonld propose the health of their newly-exalted Companion . Companion Fielden was one who
wo were proud to have among ns . The newly-exalted Companion acknowledged the compliment ; this was a day to bo remembered by him with pleasure ; he hoped to be among them for many years Comp . J . Lazarns P . Z . and Treasnrer proposed the health of the M . E . Z ., and Comp . Gnlliford , in reply , said although this was bnt an
impromptu meeting , it was nevertheless a very enjoyable one ; he was always pleased to be with them , no matter in what capacity . The proceedings shortly afterwards were brought to a close . Comps . Hobinstock , Henochsberg and H . P . Isaac contributed to the harmony .
Sir Hugh Myddelton Chapter , No . 1602 . —Held at the lli ghbury-station Hotel , on Friday , 27 ult ., on which occasion thero were present Comps . Weston M . E . Z ., Osborn H ., Cogan J ., Greon . field S . E ., Pearcy acting S . N ., Bird acting P . S . ; also Comps . Hobbs , Perry , Dillon , & a . The Convocation was opened in due form , and the
"itnntcs of previous meeting were read and confirmed . Tho ballot was taken for Bro . Edwin Woodman S . D . 1950 and J . D . 1897 , and "i'o . S . J . Millin ; tho result was nnanimons in their favour ; Bros . Woodman and Willin being in attendance , were then admitted and halted into Royal Arch Masonry , the ceremony being performed in ¦ * most perfect and impressive manner . This being installation night ,
Comp , Osborn was duly installed into the chair of M . E . Z . by Comp . ' ei'iy ; the chairs of II . and J . being filled by Comps . Weston and p en , rcy ; the other Officers wero Comps . Hirst S . E ., Bird P . S ., who appointed Comps . Dillon and Trewinnard Assistants . After the Chapter was closed , the Companions adjourned to an admirably served banquet , superintended by Bro . J . Baker . Amongst the visitors were Comps . T . G . Baker P . Z . 753 , J . E . Sheffield 733 , G . R . koper M . E . Z . 1365 , J . G . Humphreys 705 , & c .
At tlie North London Chapter of Improvement , Canonbury Tavern , St . Mary ' s-road , on the evening of tlie ° th ult ., Comp . Brown , of the Vane Chapter , occupied Ul c chair of Z ., Hunter H ., Holncss J ., supported by the ^ umbers of the Islington Chapter , who attended by special
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invitation . A large number of E . A . Masons assembled on the occasion . The dnties were carried out in a praiseworthy manner , and quite an enjoyable evening was spent . A vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes to Comp . Brown and the Companions of the Islington Chapter for
their kindness , m visiting this Chapter of Improvement . On Thursday last , the chair of the First Principal was occupied by Comp . Halford , that of H . by Comp . Gillard , and that of J . by Comp . Killick ; the ceremony of exaltation was rehearsed .
Union Chapter Rose Croix.
UNION CHAPTER ROSE CROIX .
AT a meeting of this Chapter , held at the Masonio Hall , George town , British Guiana , on Thursday , 5 th October 1882 , 111 . Bro Joseph Klien 31 M . W . Sov . presiding , HI . Bro . Captain W . F Portlock Dodson 32 , P . M . W . S ., was dnly installed in office as M . W Sov . for the ensuing year , and the following Officers were appointed 111 . Bro . J . Klien 31 , P . M . W . S . ... H . Prelate
E . Bro . E . Daltqn First General Pieter Van Eaden Second General 111 . Bro . Colonel Imlack 30 Recorder and Treasurer
E . Bro . D . C . Cameron Grand Marshal Colonel Daley Raphael The Hon . T . Mulligan ... Herald C . ROSB Captain of the Guard E . Bro . Michael Bugle was elected as an honorary member of the Chapter .
The Alliance Lodge , No . 1827 , held its installation meeting on Wednesday , 26 th ult ., "when Bro . Sir John Monckton , Town Clerk of the City of London ( who , by the way , was the first Master of the Lodge ) , installed Bro . Wildey Wright , barrister-at-law , as the Master for the ensuing year ,
performing the ceremony with his customary care and precision . Later in the evening he proposed the name of Mr . Gabriel Prior Goldney , the City Remembrancer , as a joining member of the Alliance Lodge . Bro . Goldney is a P . M . of the Grand Master ' s Lodge , No . 1 , and is also a Past Grand Steward .
The installation meeting of the Grey Friars Lodge , No . 1101 , will take place at the Masonic Hall , Reading , on Wednesday next , the 8 th inst . Bro . Richard Dowsett is the W . M . elect .
There is some discussion going on just now in Masonic circles as to who is the oldest Freemason living in England . It arose consequent upon the death of Bro . Fawcett of Durham , who having been initiated in 1820 , claimed to be the oldest member of the Craft . It is , however , now asserted that this honour pertains to Bro . Joseph . Chetham of Stockport , who joined the Lodge of Peace in 1811 .
Neither of the gentlemon named is really entitled to be regarded as the " oldest Freemason . " That distinction we claim for a member of onr own community , whose association with the Brotherhood is not generally known . Very few Masons , and still fewer of the outside public , are aware of the fact that our venerated philanthrophist Sir Moses Montefiofe—who just celebrated the 98 th anniversary of his
birth—is a member of the Craft . And for him we claim the distinction of being the Nestor of English Freemasonry and the oldest Mason living . He was initiated in the Moira Lodge early in the present century . The books of this old Lodge , prior to 1813 are missing ; so that the exact year of his initiation cannot with certainty be established . But the records extant show "M . Montefiore " to have been a member of some standing at that time ,
ond we have reason to believe that he joined in the year 1807 . Sir Moses Montefiore ' s claim is in any case indisputable , and we are assured that Freemasons , Jewish and non-Jewish , who wero hitherto ignorant of his connection with the Craft , will be glad to know that the venerable philanthropist whose conduct has throughout so perfectly squared with the principles professed upon entry by all good Masons , has a double claim upon their regard a 3 a man and a brother . —Jewish World .
Tho Scottish brethren have many pleasant evenings in their Lodges , derived from the formal visits of all the local Lodgos to tho Lodge that is meeting . It is a custom which might well be introduced south of the Tweed if the members of the Lodges were not quite so numerous , and if less expense were incurred in entertain , ment than is customary in London Lodges . If the Lodges met ,
and after working , had only light refreshment instead of expensivo banquets , they might be enabled to introduce a system which i 3 in high favour with Scottish brethren . Lodge Busby St . John , No . 458 , Glasgow , had one of theso meetings a few days ago , when as many as eighty brethren were present . Deputations from Lodges—Mother Kilwinning , Thistle and Rose , No . 73 , Royal Arch
Kuther-| glen , No . 11 G , Scotia No . 178 , Royal Arch Pollokshaws , ISo . 153 , ! St . John ' s Greenock , and Sir George Cathoart , No . 617 , —were I received . The Lodge was opened in the Mark Degree , and thirtyfivo of the brethren were advanced to that degree by the Depnty i Master Mr . Findlay . At the conclusion of the work several good Masonic addresses were giveu by tho leaders of the various deputations . The evening was most enjoyable . — Evening News .
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be called " The St . Michael ' s Chapter , " and to meet at the Town Hall , Sittingbourne , in the Connty of Kent . 5 th . Companions John Harvey Askham as Z ., William Hay ward Allen as H ., George Payne as J ., and seven others for a Chapter to be attached to the St . John's Lodge , No . 1561 , Knaphill , Woking ,
Snrrey , to be called " The Brownrigg Chapter , " and to meet at the Prince of Wales' Hotel , St . John's , Woking , in the County of Snrrey . A charter of confirmation was granted to the Principals and other members of the " Holy Zion Chapter , " No . 486 , Calcutta , tho original Charter having become illegible through damp and other unavoidable causes .
A charter was also granted to the Companions of the " Chapter of Charity , " No . 187 , Bristol , authorising thsm to wear a Centenary Jewel , in accordance with the resolution passed by the Supreme Grand Chapter on the 1 st of February 1882 , the Chapter having proved an uninterrupted existence of 100 years .
The Jerusalem Chapter , No . 444 , Starcross , had neglected for several years to hold meetings or make returns , and not replied to a Summons calling upon it for explanation of the same—and the Grand Superintendent of Devon having thereon recommended to Grand
Chapter that the Chapter be erased from the Roll under Artiole 72 , Royal Arch Regnlations , the Chapter not having showed cause to Grand Chapter , why it should not be erased from the list of Chapters , was ordered to be erased , and Grand Chapter was then closed .
Metropolitan Chapter of Improvement . —This eminent Chapter of Improvement has resumed its weekly meetings for the season , at its old quarters , in the Jamaica Tavern , St . Michael's Alley , Cornhill , and , as of yore , its convocations are well attended , notwithstanding the comparatively early hour ( 6 , 30 ) at whioh the Companions assemble ; this , however , has been arranged to suit the convenience of members living at a distance from the City . Comp .
F . Brown still fulfils the dnties of Preceptor , and it is needless to say the Ritual of Freemasonry , under his auspices , is correctly interpreted . The meeting on Tuesday last was well attended , when the ceremony of exaltation was rehearsed , with tbe following Officers : Companions Briggs Z ., Fraser H ., Webb J , Cottrell N ., Haynes P . S ., Edmonds candidate . Comps . Rosenthall 1260 , and Allen 742 were elected members . The following were appointed Officers for the ensuing fortnight : Edmonds Z ., Rowe H ., Lilley J ., Cottrell N ., and Allen P . S .
Joppa Chapter , No . 188 . —An emergency meeting was held on Thursday , at tho Albion Tavorn , Aldersgate-street . Bros . W . H . Gnlliford M . E . Z ., H . P . Isaac H ., W . Littanr P . Z . as J ., J . Lazarns P . Z . Treasurer , M . J . Emannel P . Z . S . E ., A . Henochsberg P . S ., Brooke 1 st Asst ., Dewsnap 2 nd Assfc . ; P . Z . ' sS . Lazarus , H . M . Levy , L . Lazarus , W . Littanr ; Comps . G . T . Mann , G . Ellis , J . Hobinstock ,
Dewsnap , Brooke , W . G . Jennings , Meiter , and W . Howard . The Chapter was opened , and a ballot taken for the admission of Bro . Feilden No . 1839 . This being unanimous in his favour , he was duly exalted into R . A . Masonry by Comp . L . Lazarns P . Z ., who , by the courtesy of tho M . E . Z ., officiated . It is gratifying to state that every Officer was perfect in his working . The Chapter was closed ,
and the Companions adjourned to the Moorgato Restaurant , Moor , gate-street , where Bro . Kingston supplied an excellent supper , that gave great satisfaction . The M . E . Z . stated it was not his intention to propose the usual toasts , this being an emergency meeting ; bnt as they had met in such force he wonld propose the health of their newly-exalted Companion . Companion Fielden was one who
wo were proud to have among ns . The newly-exalted Companion acknowledged the compliment ; this was a day to bo remembered by him with pleasure ; he hoped to be among them for many years Comp . J . Lazarns P . Z . and Treasnrer proposed the health of the M . E . Z ., and Comp . Gnlliford , in reply , said although this was bnt an
impromptu meeting , it was nevertheless a very enjoyable one ; he was always pleased to be with them , no matter in what capacity . The proceedings shortly afterwards were brought to a close . Comps . Hobinstock , Henochsberg and H . P . Isaac contributed to the harmony .
Sir Hugh Myddelton Chapter , No . 1602 . —Held at the lli ghbury-station Hotel , on Friday , 27 ult ., on which occasion thero were present Comps . Weston M . E . Z ., Osborn H ., Cogan J ., Greon . field S . E ., Pearcy acting S . N ., Bird acting P . S . ; also Comps . Hobbs , Perry , Dillon , & a . The Convocation was opened in due form , and the
"itnntcs of previous meeting were read and confirmed . Tho ballot was taken for Bro . Edwin Woodman S . D . 1950 and J . D . 1897 , and "i'o . S . J . Millin ; tho result was nnanimons in their favour ; Bros . Woodman and Willin being in attendance , were then admitted and halted into Royal Arch Masonry , the ceremony being performed in ¦ * most perfect and impressive manner . This being installation night ,
Comp , Osborn was duly installed into the chair of M . E . Z . by Comp . ' ei'iy ; the chairs of II . and J . being filled by Comps . Weston and p en , rcy ; the other Officers wero Comps . Hirst S . E ., Bird P . S ., who appointed Comps . Dillon and Trewinnard Assistants . After the Chapter was closed , the Companions adjourned to an admirably served banquet , superintended by Bro . J . Baker . Amongst the visitors were Comps . T . G . Baker P . Z . 753 , J . E . Sheffield 733 , G . R . koper M . E . Z . 1365 , J . G . Humphreys 705 , & c .
At tlie North London Chapter of Improvement , Canonbury Tavern , St . Mary ' s-road , on the evening of tlie ° th ult ., Comp . Brown , of the Vane Chapter , occupied Ul c chair of Z ., Hunter H ., Holncss J ., supported by the ^ umbers of the Islington Chapter , who attended by special
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invitation . A large number of E . A . Masons assembled on the occasion . The dnties were carried out in a praiseworthy manner , and quite an enjoyable evening was spent . A vote of thanks was recorded on the minutes to Comp . Brown and the Companions of the Islington Chapter for
their kindness , m visiting this Chapter of Improvement . On Thursday last , the chair of the First Principal was occupied by Comp . Halford , that of H . by Comp . Gillard , and that of J . by Comp . Killick ; the ceremony of exaltation was rehearsed .
Union Chapter Rose Croix.
UNION CHAPTER ROSE CROIX .
AT a meeting of this Chapter , held at the Masonio Hall , George town , British Guiana , on Thursday , 5 th October 1882 , 111 . Bro Joseph Klien 31 M . W . Sov . presiding , HI . Bro . Captain W . F Portlock Dodson 32 , P . M . W . S ., was dnly installed in office as M . W Sov . for the ensuing year , and the following Officers were appointed 111 . Bro . J . Klien 31 , P . M . W . S . ... H . Prelate
E . Bro . E . Daltqn First General Pieter Van Eaden Second General 111 . Bro . Colonel Imlack 30 Recorder and Treasurer
E . Bro . D . C . Cameron Grand Marshal Colonel Daley Raphael The Hon . T . Mulligan ... Herald C . ROSB Captain of the Guard E . Bro . Michael Bugle was elected as an honorary member of the Chapter .
The Alliance Lodge , No . 1827 , held its installation meeting on Wednesday , 26 th ult ., "when Bro . Sir John Monckton , Town Clerk of the City of London ( who , by the way , was the first Master of the Lodge ) , installed Bro . Wildey Wright , barrister-at-law , as the Master for the ensuing year ,
performing the ceremony with his customary care and precision . Later in the evening he proposed the name of Mr . Gabriel Prior Goldney , the City Remembrancer , as a joining member of the Alliance Lodge . Bro . Goldney is a P . M . of the Grand Master ' s Lodge , No . 1 , and is also a Past Grand Steward .
The installation meeting of the Grey Friars Lodge , No . 1101 , will take place at the Masonic Hall , Reading , on Wednesday next , the 8 th inst . Bro . Richard Dowsett is the W . M . elect .
There is some discussion going on just now in Masonic circles as to who is the oldest Freemason living in England . It arose consequent upon the death of Bro . Fawcett of Durham , who having been initiated in 1820 , claimed to be the oldest member of the Craft . It is , however , now asserted that this honour pertains to Bro . Joseph . Chetham of Stockport , who joined the Lodge of Peace in 1811 .
Neither of the gentlemon named is really entitled to be regarded as the " oldest Freemason . " That distinction we claim for a member of onr own community , whose association with the Brotherhood is not generally known . Very few Masons , and still fewer of the outside public , are aware of the fact that our venerated philanthrophist Sir Moses Montefiofe—who just celebrated the 98 th anniversary of his
birth—is a member of the Craft . And for him we claim the distinction of being the Nestor of English Freemasonry and the oldest Mason living . He was initiated in the Moira Lodge early in the present century . The books of this old Lodge , prior to 1813 are missing ; so that the exact year of his initiation cannot with certainty be established . But the records extant show "M . Montefiore " to have been a member of some standing at that time ,
ond we have reason to believe that he joined in the year 1807 . Sir Moses Montefiore ' s claim is in any case indisputable , and we are assured that Freemasons , Jewish and non-Jewish , who wero hitherto ignorant of his connection with the Craft , will be glad to know that the venerable philanthropist whose conduct has throughout so perfectly squared with the principles professed upon entry by all good Masons , has a double claim upon their regard a 3 a man and a brother . —Jewish World .
Tho Scottish brethren have many pleasant evenings in their Lodges , derived from the formal visits of all the local Lodgos to tho Lodge that is meeting . It is a custom which might well be introduced south of the Tweed if the members of the Lodges were not quite so numerous , and if less expense were incurred in entertain , ment than is customary in London Lodges . If the Lodges met ,
and after working , had only light refreshment instead of expensivo banquets , they might be enabled to introduce a system which i 3 in high favour with Scottish brethren . Lodge Busby St . John , No . 458 , Glasgow , had one of theso meetings a few days ago , when as many as eighty brethren were present . Deputations from Lodges—Mother Kilwinning , Thistle and Rose , No . 73 , Royal Arch
Kuther-| glen , No . 11 G , Scotia No . 178 , Royal Arch Pollokshaws , ISo . 153 , ! St . John ' s Greenock , and Sir George Cathoart , No . 617 , —were I received . The Lodge was opened in the Mark Degree , and thirtyfivo of the brethren were advanced to that degree by the Depnty i Master Mr . Findlay . At the conclusion of the work several good Masonic addresses were giveu by tho leaders of the various deputations . The evening was most enjoyable . — Evening News .