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Reviews.
REVIEWS .
AU Books intended for Keview should be addressed to the Editor of The Freemason ' s Chronicle , 23 Great Queen Street , "W . C . Tlie Masonic Reception at York . On Monday , September 5 th , 1881 .
under the auspices of the York and Eboracum Lodges ; with a full Report of the Addresses given , the Ancient Documents and Relics exhibited , and an Alphabetical List of the Brethren present . By Bro . T . B . Whytehead P . M . Printed at the Yorkshire Gazette Office , High Ousegate , York , 1881 .
IT is with very great pleasure we acknowledge receipt of a copy of the full particulars of this Reception . Bro . Whytehead points out , in his short prefatory note , that having regard to the incomplete reports that were pnblished at the time , the publication of a full official , and therefore trustworthy , record , was most desirable . Wo endorse this view most cordially , thongh at the same time we take the liberty of
remarking that the incompleteness of the pnblished reports was a matter of necessity—at least , as regards this journal , and wo should imagine all other journals—that reported the meeting as well . Spaco is always a matter of grave consideration , and to have given the Report as now made public by Bro . Whytehead , would have touched too seriously on the limited amount afc our command . We have , how .
over , to a certain extent , made amends for snch unavoidable short , comings in the first instance by quoting freely from the pages of this pamphlet , so thafc our readers might have an opportunity of reading those papers , or parts of papers , which for the consideration aforesaid , were either omitted or curtailed . We are , however , well satisfied that the Masonic reception at York of the Masonio members of the
British Association is an event as important , as it is unusual , in the history of our Fraternity . It is nofc every year the British Association visits this famous city so intimately associated wifch the fortunes of onr Craft ; and ifc is nofc every city in England that wonld have offered so many and such varied attractions to Masonio visitors ; nor shall we be exceeding tbe limits of jnsfc encomium H we say there are few
Lodges which can point to so strong an array of able , cultured , and energetic brethren as those which hold their meetings within a stone ' s throw of the venerable York Minster . As to the contents of the pamphlet we need say little . We published a lengthy report of the meeting at the time of its occurrence .
and have since , as we have already intimated , quoted freely from its pages . We shall content ourselves , therefore , with advising our readers to secure for themselves copies of the report as it appears in its entirety , with the papers that wero read printed in full , and wifch complete lists ( a ) of the relics exhibited , and ( b ) of the brethren present .
Inauguration Of The Royal Union Lodge Of Instruction, No. 382.
INAUGURATION OF THE ROYAL UNION LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , No . 382 .
rpHE Eoyal Union Lodge is the oldest Lodge in the Province of J- Middlesex , it having been established in 1826 . The necessity for a Lodgo of Instruction has long been felt , and is now rendered more necessary from the fact that several members are joining the Lodge from the town and district of Uxbridge , where the Lodge is held . At the usnal meeting in July , steps were taken to obtain the
sanction of tbe Worshipful Master and ihe brethren in order that a Lodge of Instruction , in connection with the Mother Lodge , might be obtained , the same to be held in Uxbridge . Tho sanction was obtained . The brethren in the district havo held meetings to discuss details , frame bye-laws , & c . They havo also succeeded in securing the services of a very efficient Preceptor in Bro . Tncker , of Ealing ,
who is also Preceptor to the West Middlesex Lodge . The first meeting of the Royal Union Lodge of Instruction was held on Monday , 31 sfc October , afc the Chequers Hotel , Uxbridge , when 15 brethren from Uxbridge , Ealing , & c , attended to meet Bro . Tncker as Precep - tor . Bro . Nicholson was voted to the chair , and appointed his Officers as follow . —Bros . Gray S . W ., Garrard J . W ., Porter S . W ., Bofc / ey
J . D ,, Poole I . G . The Lodge was opened in due form with solemn prayer . The minntes of the previous meetings and bye-laws were read by the Honorary Secretary ( Bro . Brooks ) , and were , on the motion of Bro . Nicholson W . M ., carried . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Sugg being the candidate . Bro . Andrews P . M .
worked the second section of the first lecture . This closed the work of a very successful evening , profitable and enjoyable . The visitors from Ealing added much to the sneces of the evening by their presence and assistance . May so good a work prosper , and be the means of diffusing true Masonic light to those who need it .
Langton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1673 . —The annual sapper was held at the Bridge House Hotel , Southwark , on Thursday evening . Thero was a strong muster of brethren , to the number of between seventy and eighty , among those present ; being Bro . Langton , who occupied the chair , first as W . M . and then afc the festive board , Bros . T . Fenn P . G . D ., Sudlow ( Preceptor ) , Smallpeice , & c .
Lodge havir g been opened , the ceremony of Installation was rehearsed by Bro . Fenn , who , it is needless to say , performed his parfc ably and impressively . A vote of thanks to Bro . Fenn having beeu pro-Posed and acknowledged , Lodge was closed and the brethren sat down to an excellent repast , snch as reflected tho greatest credit on the proprietors of the hotel . On the removal of the cloth , Bro . Langton gave the customary toasts , referring in connection with that
° f the Grand Master to His Royal Highness's zeal and interest in tbe Craft , as well as to his thorough knowledge , both theoretical and practical , of all its working . With tho toasfc of the Grand Officers was connected tho name of Brother Fenn , who thanked all present for very great heartiness wifch which they had drunk the toast . The duties and responsibilities of the Grand Officers were heavy , but they all experienced the greatest possible
Inauguration Of The Royal Union Lodge Of Instruction, No. 382.
pleasnro in fulfilling them to tho best of their ability . In conclusion , ho proposed tho health of Bro . Langton , who had taken so prominent n part in the establishment both of this and tho parent Lodge , and who hacl so worthily presided on the occasion . In his reply Bro . Langton , after acknowledging with much warmth tho cordial reception which tho toast had met with , briefly explained how it was the
Lodge had como to bear his namo . He was one of those who had taken part in tho establishment of the Lodgo , and the fact of its being named after him was dne rather to his connection with the Masonic Club than to any merits to which he himself could justly lay claim . The other toasts having been disposed of , Bro . H . E . Frances Prov . G . D . C . Surrey , returned thanks for tho
Visitors . Tho brethren separated at an unusually early hour ; indeed , so early did the party break up that we aro nnablo to como to any other conclusion than that what should have turned ont to be the most successful meeting of the year was a failure , owing to great mismanagement on the part of those charged with tho conduct of the arrangements . Wo do not remember to havo - been afc any similar
meeting where everything seemed to hang Iiro so conspicuously . It was evident that Bro . Langton was greatly concerned , as well ho might have been , seeing that this lack of tho geniality , which is so marked a feature of our Masonio gatherings , showed , unintentionally no doubt , a certain amount of disrespect towards him aa W . Master . It is not a pleasant duty to play the part of censor , especially when
one feels it incumbent on him to find fault . Bufc with a capital snpper , a strong muster , and several musically disposed brethren among the company , the evening ought to have passed off admirably . Instead of this , the miserable atmosphere of outside appeared to have made its way into the assembly-room , ancl a generally chilly feeling prevailed everywhere around . One bright exception must bo noted . Bro . Haycock recited Artemns Ward ' s story of the " Strong-minded
Women , who wanted free passes to his show of Waxworks , in a manner which drew forth loud manifestations of applause from all present . . This was the ono sot-off against tho otherwise funereal aspect of tho meeting . Wo did not , on leaving , follow tho memorable example of this same Artemns Ward , and "drown onr sorrers in tho flowin bole , " but wo certainly felt as if we should havo liked to do so .
We aro desirous of drawing tbe attention of onr readers to the announcement contained in our advertisement columns with reference to tho Special General Meeting , on
Wednesday next , the 9 th instant , of the governors and subscribers of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution . The chair will be taken at a quarter to four p . m ., and the business will be to take into consideration the " revisal of
the Rules and Regulations of the Institution , as agreed to by the sub-Committee appointed for that purpose , with a view to the improvement and farther development of its objects . " If it should be found necessary , the meeting will be adjourned from time to time until all the proposed
alterations have been fully and fairly considered , while such law or laws relating thereto as may be deemed expedient will be enacted , subject , of course , to the approval of Grand Lodge , as provided for by the laws of the Institution . The announcement is somewhat oracular in its
character , but there is evidently business of unusual importance to be considered , and we advise all governors and subscribers who can do so to attend at Freemasons ' Hall on the occasion .
The Theatres, &C.
THE THEATRES , & c .
DRTJRY LANE . —At 7 . 30 , YOUTH . COVENT GARDEN—At 8 , PROMENADE CONGESTS . Last night . HEB MAJESTY'S—At 2 and H , HAVERLY'S MONSTER TROUPE OP REAL NIGGERS . Last niglit . ADELPHI . —At 7 . 15 , A LAD FROM THE COUNTRY . At 8 , IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO MEND .
PRINCESS'S .-At 7 , A PHOTOGRAPHIC FRIGHT . At 7 . 15 , THE LIGHTS OF LONDON . GLOBE . —At 7 , 30 , MY WIFE'S OUT . At 9 , LES CLOCHES DE CORNEVILLE . GAIETY .-At 7 . 5 , OPERETTA . Afc 7 . 30 , BUBBLES . At 8 . 30 , WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT .
STBAND . —Afc 7 . 15 , PARADISE VILLA . At S , OLIVETTE . VAt 7 DEVILLE .-At 7 . 30 , THE HEN-WITCHERS . At 8 . 15 , THE HALFWAY HOUSE , & c . LYCETJM .-This evening , LES HUGUENOTS . On Monday , TON GIOVANNI . On Tuesday , IL BARRIERE DE SIVIGMA . On' Wednesday , LINDA Dl CHAMOUNI . On Filday , LA FIGL S . DEL I 1 EGGIMENTO .
HAYMARKET . —At . 8 , AS YOU LIKE IT . PRINCE OP WALES'S . - At 7 . 50 , A HAPPY PAIR . At S . 10 , TUE COLONEL . ROYALTY .-At 7 . 30 , FOB LIFE . At 0 , NINE POINTS OF THE LAW , & c . COMEDY—At 8 , THE MASCOT'CE . SAVOY . —At 8 , MOCK TURTLE , nnd PATIENCE . ST . JAMES'S—At S , THE CAPE MAIL . At 8 . 15 , HOME . OPERA COMIQTJE—At 7 . 15 , QUID PRO QUO . At 8 . 30 , PRINCESS
CRITERION-At 8 , WITHERED LEAVES . At 8 . 15 , BRIGHTON . tVLHAMBEA .-At 8 . 15 , BRONZE HORSE . At 10 , IN A STAR . CRYSTAL PALACE .-This clay , CONCERT . Open Daily . Aquarium Picture Gnlloiy , . Vc , ALEXANDRA PALACE .-Th ' s day , H . M . S . PINAFORE , FIRE WORKS , CONCERT , BALLOONS , Ac , Open Df . 'ly .
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Reviews.
REVIEWS .
AU Books intended for Keview should be addressed to the Editor of The Freemason ' s Chronicle , 23 Great Queen Street , "W . C . Tlie Masonic Reception at York . On Monday , September 5 th , 1881 .
under the auspices of the York and Eboracum Lodges ; with a full Report of the Addresses given , the Ancient Documents and Relics exhibited , and an Alphabetical List of the Brethren present . By Bro . T . B . Whytehead P . M . Printed at the Yorkshire Gazette Office , High Ousegate , York , 1881 .
IT is with very great pleasure we acknowledge receipt of a copy of the full particulars of this Reception . Bro . Whytehead points out , in his short prefatory note , that having regard to the incomplete reports that were pnblished at the time , the publication of a full official , and therefore trustworthy , record , was most desirable . Wo endorse this view most cordially , thongh at the same time we take the liberty of
remarking that the incompleteness of the pnblished reports was a matter of necessity—at least , as regards this journal , and wo should imagine all other journals—that reported the meeting as well . Spaco is always a matter of grave consideration , and to have given the Report as now made public by Bro . Whytehead , would have touched too seriously on the limited amount afc our command . We have , how .
over , to a certain extent , made amends for snch unavoidable short , comings in the first instance by quoting freely from the pages of this pamphlet , so thafc our readers might have an opportunity of reading those papers , or parts of papers , which for the consideration aforesaid , were either omitted or curtailed . We are , however , well satisfied that the Masonic reception at York of the Masonio members of the
British Association is an event as important , as it is unusual , in the history of our Fraternity . It is nofc every year the British Association visits this famous city so intimately associated wifch the fortunes of onr Craft ; and ifc is nofc every city in England that wonld have offered so many and such varied attractions to Masonio visitors ; nor shall we be exceeding tbe limits of jnsfc encomium H we say there are few
Lodges which can point to so strong an array of able , cultured , and energetic brethren as those which hold their meetings within a stone ' s throw of the venerable York Minster . As to the contents of the pamphlet we need say little . We published a lengthy report of the meeting at the time of its occurrence .
and have since , as we have already intimated , quoted freely from its pages . We shall content ourselves , therefore , with advising our readers to secure for themselves copies of the report as it appears in its entirety , with the papers that wero read printed in full , and wifch complete lists ( a ) of the relics exhibited , and ( b ) of the brethren present .
Inauguration Of The Royal Union Lodge Of Instruction, No. 382.
INAUGURATION OF THE ROYAL UNION LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , No . 382 .
rpHE Eoyal Union Lodge is the oldest Lodge in the Province of J- Middlesex , it having been established in 1826 . The necessity for a Lodgo of Instruction has long been felt , and is now rendered more necessary from the fact that several members are joining the Lodge from the town and district of Uxbridge , where the Lodge is held . At the usnal meeting in July , steps were taken to obtain the
sanction of tbe Worshipful Master and ihe brethren in order that a Lodge of Instruction , in connection with the Mother Lodge , might be obtained , the same to be held in Uxbridge . Tho sanction was obtained . The brethren in the district havo held meetings to discuss details , frame bye-laws , & c . They havo also succeeded in securing the services of a very efficient Preceptor in Bro . Tncker , of Ealing ,
who is also Preceptor to the West Middlesex Lodge . The first meeting of the Royal Union Lodge of Instruction was held on Monday , 31 sfc October , afc the Chequers Hotel , Uxbridge , when 15 brethren from Uxbridge , Ealing , & c , attended to meet Bro . Tncker as Precep - tor . Bro . Nicholson was voted to the chair , and appointed his Officers as follow . —Bros . Gray S . W ., Garrard J . W ., Porter S . W ., Bofc / ey
J . D ,, Poole I . G . The Lodge was opened in due form with solemn prayer . The minntes of the previous meetings and bye-laws were read by the Honorary Secretary ( Bro . Brooks ) , and were , on the motion of Bro . Nicholson W . M ., carried . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Sugg being the candidate . Bro . Andrews P . M .
worked the second section of the first lecture . This closed the work of a very successful evening , profitable and enjoyable . The visitors from Ealing added much to the sneces of the evening by their presence and assistance . May so good a work prosper , and be the means of diffusing true Masonic light to those who need it .
Langton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1673 . —The annual sapper was held at the Bridge House Hotel , Southwark , on Thursday evening . Thero was a strong muster of brethren , to the number of between seventy and eighty , among those present ; being Bro . Langton , who occupied the chair , first as W . M . and then afc the festive board , Bros . T . Fenn P . G . D ., Sudlow ( Preceptor ) , Smallpeice , & c .
Lodge havir g been opened , the ceremony of Installation was rehearsed by Bro . Fenn , who , it is needless to say , performed his parfc ably and impressively . A vote of thanks to Bro . Fenn having beeu pro-Posed and acknowledged , Lodge was closed and the brethren sat down to an excellent repast , snch as reflected tho greatest credit on the proprietors of the hotel . On the removal of the cloth , Bro . Langton gave the customary toasts , referring in connection with that
° f the Grand Master to His Royal Highness's zeal and interest in tbe Craft , as well as to his thorough knowledge , both theoretical and practical , of all its working . With tho toasfc of the Grand Officers was connected tho name of Brother Fenn , who thanked all present for very great heartiness wifch which they had drunk the toast . The duties and responsibilities of the Grand Officers were heavy , but they all experienced the greatest possible
Inauguration Of The Royal Union Lodge Of Instruction, No. 382.
pleasnro in fulfilling them to tho best of their ability . In conclusion , ho proposed tho health of Bro . Langton , who had taken so prominent n part in the establishment both of this and tho parent Lodge , and who hacl so worthily presided on the occasion . In his reply Bro . Langton , after acknowledging with much warmth tho cordial reception which tho toast had met with , briefly explained how it was the
Lodge had como to bear his namo . He was one of those who had taken part in tho establishment of the Lodgo , and the fact of its being named after him was dne rather to his connection with the Masonic Club than to any merits to which he himself could justly lay claim . The other toasts having been disposed of , Bro . H . E . Frances Prov . G . D . C . Surrey , returned thanks for tho
Visitors . Tho brethren separated at an unusually early hour ; indeed , so early did the party break up that we aro nnablo to como to any other conclusion than that what should have turned ont to be the most successful meeting of the year was a failure , owing to great mismanagement on the part of those charged with tho conduct of the arrangements . Wo do not remember to havo - been afc any similar
meeting where everything seemed to hang Iiro so conspicuously . It was evident that Bro . Langton was greatly concerned , as well ho might have been , seeing that this lack of tho geniality , which is so marked a feature of our Masonio gatherings , showed , unintentionally no doubt , a certain amount of disrespect towards him aa W . Master . It is not a pleasant duty to play the part of censor , especially when
one feels it incumbent on him to find fault . Bufc with a capital snpper , a strong muster , and several musically disposed brethren among the company , the evening ought to have passed off admirably . Instead of this , the miserable atmosphere of outside appeared to have made its way into the assembly-room , ancl a generally chilly feeling prevailed everywhere around . One bright exception must bo noted . Bro . Haycock recited Artemns Ward ' s story of the " Strong-minded
Women , who wanted free passes to his show of Waxworks , in a manner which drew forth loud manifestations of applause from all present . . This was the ono sot-off against tho otherwise funereal aspect of tho meeting . Wo did not , on leaving , follow tho memorable example of this same Artemns Ward , and "drown onr sorrers in tho flowin bole , " but wo certainly felt as if we should havo liked to do so .
We aro desirous of drawing tbe attention of onr readers to the announcement contained in our advertisement columns with reference to tho Special General Meeting , on
Wednesday next , the 9 th instant , of the governors and subscribers of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution . The chair will be taken at a quarter to four p . m ., and the business will be to take into consideration the " revisal of
the Rules and Regulations of the Institution , as agreed to by the sub-Committee appointed for that purpose , with a view to the improvement and farther development of its objects . " If it should be found necessary , the meeting will be adjourned from time to time until all the proposed
alterations have been fully and fairly considered , while such law or laws relating thereto as may be deemed expedient will be enacted , subject , of course , to the approval of Grand Lodge , as provided for by the laws of the Institution . The announcement is somewhat oracular in its
character , but there is evidently business of unusual importance to be considered , and we advise all governors and subscribers who can do so to attend at Freemasons ' Hall on the occasion .
The Theatres, &C.
THE THEATRES , & c .
DRTJRY LANE . —At 7 . 30 , YOUTH . COVENT GARDEN—At 8 , PROMENADE CONGESTS . Last night . HEB MAJESTY'S—At 2 and H , HAVERLY'S MONSTER TROUPE OP REAL NIGGERS . Last niglit . ADELPHI . —At 7 . 15 , A LAD FROM THE COUNTRY . At 8 , IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO MEND .
PRINCESS'S .-At 7 , A PHOTOGRAPHIC FRIGHT . At 7 . 15 , THE LIGHTS OF LONDON . GLOBE . —At 7 , 30 , MY WIFE'S OUT . At 9 , LES CLOCHES DE CORNEVILLE . GAIETY .-At 7 . 5 , OPERETTA . Afc 7 . 30 , BUBBLES . At 8 . 30 , WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT .
STBAND . —Afc 7 . 15 , PARADISE VILLA . At S , OLIVETTE . VAt 7 DEVILLE .-At 7 . 30 , THE HEN-WITCHERS . At 8 . 15 , THE HALFWAY HOUSE , & c . LYCETJM .-This evening , LES HUGUENOTS . On Monday , TON GIOVANNI . On Tuesday , IL BARRIERE DE SIVIGMA . On' Wednesday , LINDA Dl CHAMOUNI . On Filday , LA FIGL S . DEL I 1 EGGIMENTO .
HAYMARKET . —At . 8 , AS YOU LIKE IT . PRINCE OP WALES'S . - At 7 . 50 , A HAPPY PAIR . At S . 10 , TUE COLONEL . ROYALTY .-At 7 . 30 , FOB LIFE . At 0 , NINE POINTS OF THE LAW , & c . COMEDY—At 8 , THE MASCOT'CE . SAVOY . —At 8 , MOCK TURTLE , nnd PATIENCE . ST . JAMES'S—At S , THE CAPE MAIL . At 8 . 15 , HOME . OPERA COMIQTJE—At 7 . 15 , QUID PRO QUO . At 8 . 30 , PRINCESS
CRITERION-At 8 , WITHERED LEAVES . At 8 . 15 , BRIGHTON . tVLHAMBEA .-At 8 . 15 , BRONZE HORSE . At 10 , IN A STAR . CRYSTAL PALACE .-This clay , CONCERT . Open Daily . Aquarium Picture Gnlloiy , . Vc , ALEXANDRA PALACE .-Th ' s day , H . M . S . PINAFORE , FIRE WORKS , CONCERT , BALLOONS , Ac , Open Df . 'ly .