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London , in 1730 , and 83 , London , in Bye-Laws of 1731 , enacted that the sum of seven shillings and sixpence was to be paid by every brother " who shall pass the Degrees" of F . C . and Master Mason . Neither of these , and others I might mention , aro alluded to as being " Masters' Lodges , " though , of course , the minutes of such degrees were kept distinct in tho records , as by those to which Bro .
Norton refers . A " Masters' Lod g * " now , as respects constitution , wonld mean no degrees to be given by such at all ; just as with the Grand Stewards' Lodge , wan-anted A . D . 1735 , aud since then placed at the Head of tho Roll , the members of which must be Master Masons ( hence Masters' Lodge ) , and no " u-orfc " is allowed to be performed . There aro other Lodges virtually in tho samo position , which charges
such high fees that practically they do no work ( and do not wish to ) , being Masters' Lodges . One I know of has fixed seventy-five guineas for its initiation fee ! It is probable that this is the meaning of a Masters' Lodge , though I cannot say so for any certainty . At all events tho guess of Bro . Norton , though ingenious , is not in accordance with tho facts . I think my good friend
must try again . Yours fraternally Truro , 3 rd October 1877 . W ILLIAM JAMES HUGHA ;
A WORD MORE FOR POOR COX . To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . SIR , —The chances for the orphan Cox are trembling in the balance , 400 moro votes are said to be required for the candidate . The Provincial Grand Lodge of Devonshire has taken up the case this time , but instruct , in their circular , voters not to fill in for Com ; so that at the last moment tho votes may be available for
some other candidate . I protest against this ; my votes shall not be made available in this fashion . I have sent my personal votes direct to the Secretary , filled in for Cox . I recommend every voter in Devonshire , or elsewhere , lvho will lend a helping hand to the orphan Cox to do the same . Fill up your voting papers for Cox .
I wonld resist to tho utmost of my power the disingenuous design , pro re nata , to throAV over Cox at tho last moment . Let every available vote be polled for Cox , and then we will borrow , as we now beg , or purchase , if Ave can , to secure tho lad ' s election . But ho is not to be thrown overboard ad libitum , at the last moment , at the caprice of any one .
Since Cose has been a candidate , 400 votes were borrowed from Devonshire , Avhich have since been repaid . If it comes to the worst , let Devonshire borrow 400 votes to get Cox in ; and most certainly they will be repaid . But the legerdemain proposal of getting the voting papers for Cox , but not filled in , and then to learn at tho last moment that it was impossible to get him in , and the votes were applied to another , is a piece of strategy that will not avail with
me . I thank most cordially those who have promised me support j a long pull , a strong pull , and a pnll altogether , aud the success of the orphan will be secured . Fill up your voting papers in Devonshire and elsewhere for Cox , and let not his election be lost by a manoeuvre . Yours very truly , DANIEL ACE , D . D . Laughton Vicarage , near Gainsborough . 3 rd October 1877 .
To the Editor of the FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —May I bo permitted to again bring before your readers the name of George Samnel Cox , who is a candidate at the forthcoming election of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys ? If the poor boy is not successful on the loth instant , he Avill be
unable , on account of age , to again offer himself for election . The case is a most deserving one , and is strongly recommended by , amongst others , Bro . the Rev . J . Huyshe P . G . M . Devon , Vice Patron ; Bro . L . P . Metham P . G . D . D . P . G . M . Devon ; Bro . the Rev . C . J . Martyn * , P . G . C . D . P . G . M . Suffolk , Vice Patron , Long Melford , Suffolk ; Bro . Hughan * , P . G . L . Vice Patron , Truro , Cornwall ; Bro .
Constable * , P . M ., Vice Patron , 13 Sise-lanc , London , E . C . ; Bro . the Rev . Dr . Ace * , P . P . G . C . Lincolnshire , Laughton , near Gainsborough ; Bro . Rodda * , P . P . G . 1 cgistrar , East Stcnehousc , Devon ; Bro . W . M . St . Aubyn * , 1 Brick-court , Temple , E . G ., and the Charity Committee of the Province of Devon .
Proxies will be thankfully received by any of the brethren whose names are marked thus * , or by Yours fraternally , J . EDWARD CURTEIS , P . M . 189 , P . Prov . S . G . W . Devon , Vice President of tho Institution . St . George's Hal ] , East Stonehonse , Devon , 3 rd Oct ., 1877 .
THE CONFIDENCE LODGE OP INSTRUCTION
lo the Editor of THE FREEMASON S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —I gather from your issue of last week that this Ledge of Instruction is about changing its quarters for the third time within tho course of a few months . This seems to mo to be a suicidal mode of proceeding . Surely it is possible to engage a respectable ant ! proper room where the Ledge can meet and do its
Avoik . hj cioe » it 1 . 0 L armu { . o to pay a modeiate rental instead oi leaving the landlord of an inn to make his profit out of the refreshments he supplies ? Tho occupant of a public houso has a right to charge something for tho use of a portion of his premises , which represent u certain annual value . Let tho Lodge do this out of its funds and present a Life Snbsoribership instead o ' . ' a Life Governorf : I . 'in an it now e ' ec .- - \ o cue or other of onr Charities to the trios-
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diligent attendant . I do not like to see an errant Lodge , especially when it is one of those special Lodges set apart for tho study of onr ceremonies and rites . Faithfully and fraternally yours , A MEMBER OF THE LODGE .
AN EXPOSURE . To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —I received a circular from tho office of the four Masonic Publications , soliciting my votes for a candidate for tho Girls' School . Among the names of the brethren supporting the case , I find the name of one given as belonging to tho Hervey Lodge . This brother has been struck off from tho Lodge books
since tho 9 th April 1873 , for arrears ; he only attended Lodge four times during his membership , and then never contributed to the Charities . I think such a case ought to be exposed , for it only does harm to out- Charitable Institutions . By inserting this you Avill greatly oblige , Yours fraternally , A P . M .
SWIMMING . To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BRO . —A letter of the Honorary Secretary of tho London Swimming Club , which appeared in tho Standard of Monday last , on thia subject , ought to be in the hands of every one interested in boys' schools , and in the hope that you Avill reprint it in your columns for tho special benefit of our School Committee , I enclose a
copy . If it only called forth an expression of opinion from some of the subscribers , the result might be that attention would be given to this important subject . Yours fraternally , A LIFE GOVEUXOU E . M . I . B . 3 rd October 1877 .
[ We have pleasure in reproducing tho letter referred to above . — ED . FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . ]
To the Editor of THE STANDARD . SIR , —Now that the exodus has set in from the sea-sido resorts , I would point out to those who have been envying the competent swimmer that this is an accomplishment more easily attained at this season of the year than at any other . The deplorable change in the weather in July so thinned the attendance at all metropolitan baths
that any one who is really in earnest about learning to swim has only to take advantage of the slack season , and by a few nights constant attendance at any bath attain a new and lasting pleasure , as well as a valuable aid in perfecting physical culture . Even should the attempt prove abortive , the clear tepid water and application of a rough towel will amply compensate for tho outlay of a few
coppers . It is a matter of great rejoicing to ns to have to chronicle tho rapid strides our cause is making . It is but ten years ago when a couple of champions and about a dozen , more or less , expert amateurs , wero all that could be found to make up an entertainment , whereas now the temptation of a couple of medals will ensure upwards of
100 entries—all paying an entrance fee . " Tho Lords and Commons Race " proved that we have a plethora of amateurs who can not onl y swim five miles , but do it in good time ( 19 finishing within a quarter of an hour of the amateur champion ) , mauy of whom have since clone 10 , 15 , and 20 miles for the honour of making a record , Avhilst Cavill's speedy long journeys are something to be proud of .
Those Avho have paddled knee deep , waiting for a Avavo to wet them , by coming amongst other beginners will be snre to find some one even more awkward than themselves , and thus gain a little courage to persevere . I have often seen an athlete Avho could obtain a certificate in general competition at the German Gymnastic School shivering at the sea side , afraid to duck his head , Avhilst such a
developed man would learn to swim in a few hours . At every bath there is au attendant who will teach swimming as well as the shining lights of the profession . Wo are still willing to either instruct the beginners or improve those who have passed the beginners' sta ^ e , and our chairman is able to initiate even tho expert in ornamental swimming . Unfortunately , because it is gratis , it is not appreciated .
Those who come as enthusiasts , and do not SAVim at once , lose heart , and fail to show up again . Did any one ever learn cricket , billiards , or skating in one lesson ? Others cavil at the neighbourhood in which our bath is situated , neglecting to observe the adaptability of the bath for tuition purposes , the immense body and clearness of the water , and the entire absence of " hat-touching . " Our bath attendant
wonld look frightened if any ono ( especially tho gratuitous ticket holders ) made a mistake aud tipped him sixpence , Avhereas , at the West-end , passing compliments as to the weather with tho favoured "professional" is good for a shilling . Why all do nob ioaru to swim I cannot conceive ( the School Board Acts should have included this ) . Mothers would send for a doctor if their boy did not walk at the
usual time , and why not see they arc tanght to swim ; papa , if ho cannot swim himself , can stand up in tho water and hold his son ' s chin up . How about the Registrar General ' s average of deaths from drowning ? Over 2 , 000 per annum . Bereaved parents ought to have some qualms of conscience .
In conclusion , Jet mo say that any one ( ladie ? e . w-ptoci ) can have a gratuitous voucher by sending a stamped and nsieuted envelope to our Secretary . Faithfully yours , THE HON . SEC . LONDON SWIMMING OLUU . City of London Baths , Barbican , 1 st October .
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London , in 1730 , and 83 , London , in Bye-Laws of 1731 , enacted that the sum of seven shillings and sixpence was to be paid by every brother " who shall pass the Degrees" of F . C . and Master Mason . Neither of these , and others I might mention , aro alluded to as being " Masters' Lodges , " though , of course , the minutes of such degrees were kept distinct in tho records , as by those to which Bro .
Norton refers . A " Masters' Lod g * " now , as respects constitution , wonld mean no degrees to be given by such at all ; just as with the Grand Stewards' Lodge , wan-anted A . D . 1735 , aud since then placed at the Head of tho Roll , the members of which must be Master Masons ( hence Masters' Lodge ) , and no " u-orfc " is allowed to be performed . There aro other Lodges virtually in tho samo position , which charges
such high fees that practically they do no work ( and do not wish to ) , being Masters' Lodges . One I know of has fixed seventy-five guineas for its initiation fee ! It is probable that this is the meaning of a Masters' Lodge , though I cannot say so for any certainty . At all events tho guess of Bro . Norton , though ingenious , is not in accordance with tho facts . I think my good friend
must try again . Yours fraternally Truro , 3 rd October 1877 . W ILLIAM JAMES HUGHA ;
A WORD MORE FOR POOR COX . To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . SIR , —The chances for the orphan Cox are trembling in the balance , 400 moro votes are said to be required for the candidate . The Provincial Grand Lodge of Devonshire has taken up the case this time , but instruct , in their circular , voters not to fill in for Com ; so that at the last moment tho votes may be available for
some other candidate . I protest against this ; my votes shall not be made available in this fashion . I have sent my personal votes direct to the Secretary , filled in for Cox . I recommend every voter in Devonshire , or elsewhere , lvho will lend a helping hand to the orphan Cox to do the same . Fill up your voting papers for Cox .
I wonld resist to tho utmost of my power the disingenuous design , pro re nata , to throAV over Cox at tho last moment . Let every available vote be polled for Cox , and then we will borrow , as we now beg , or purchase , if Ave can , to secure tho lad ' s election . But ho is not to be thrown overboard ad libitum , at the last moment , at the caprice of any one .
Since Cose has been a candidate , 400 votes were borrowed from Devonshire , Avhich have since been repaid . If it comes to the worst , let Devonshire borrow 400 votes to get Cox in ; and most certainly they will be repaid . But the legerdemain proposal of getting the voting papers for Cox , but not filled in , and then to learn at tho last moment that it was impossible to get him in , and the votes were applied to another , is a piece of strategy that will not avail with
me . I thank most cordially those who have promised me support j a long pull , a strong pull , and a pnll altogether , aud the success of the orphan will be secured . Fill up your voting papers in Devonshire and elsewhere for Cox , and let not his election be lost by a manoeuvre . Yours very truly , DANIEL ACE , D . D . Laughton Vicarage , near Gainsborough . 3 rd October 1877 .
To the Editor of the FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —May I bo permitted to again bring before your readers the name of George Samnel Cox , who is a candidate at the forthcoming election of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys ? If the poor boy is not successful on the loth instant , he Avill be
unable , on account of age , to again offer himself for election . The case is a most deserving one , and is strongly recommended by , amongst others , Bro . the Rev . J . Huyshe P . G . M . Devon , Vice Patron ; Bro . L . P . Metham P . G . D . D . P . G . M . Devon ; Bro . the Rev . C . J . Martyn * , P . G . C . D . P . G . M . Suffolk , Vice Patron , Long Melford , Suffolk ; Bro . Hughan * , P . G . L . Vice Patron , Truro , Cornwall ; Bro .
Constable * , P . M ., Vice Patron , 13 Sise-lanc , London , E . C . ; Bro . the Rev . Dr . Ace * , P . P . G . C . Lincolnshire , Laughton , near Gainsborough ; Bro . Rodda * , P . P . G . 1 cgistrar , East Stcnehousc , Devon ; Bro . W . M . St . Aubyn * , 1 Brick-court , Temple , E . G ., and the Charity Committee of the Province of Devon .
Proxies will be thankfully received by any of the brethren whose names are marked thus * , or by Yours fraternally , J . EDWARD CURTEIS , P . M . 189 , P . Prov . S . G . W . Devon , Vice President of tho Institution . St . George's Hal ] , East Stonehonse , Devon , 3 rd Oct ., 1877 .
THE CONFIDENCE LODGE OP INSTRUCTION
lo the Editor of THE FREEMASON S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —I gather from your issue of last week that this Ledge of Instruction is about changing its quarters for the third time within tho course of a few months . This seems to mo to be a suicidal mode of proceeding . Surely it is possible to engage a respectable ant ! proper room where the Ledge can meet and do its
Avoik . hj cioe » it 1 . 0 L armu { . o to pay a modeiate rental instead oi leaving the landlord of an inn to make his profit out of the refreshments he supplies ? Tho occupant of a public houso has a right to charge something for tho use of a portion of his premises , which represent u certain annual value . Let tho Lodge do this out of its funds and present a Life Snbsoribership instead o ' . ' a Life Governorf : I . 'in an it now e ' ec .- - \ o cue or other of onr Charities to the trios-
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diligent attendant . I do not like to see an errant Lodge , especially when it is one of those special Lodges set apart for tho study of onr ceremonies and rites . Faithfully and fraternally yours , A MEMBER OF THE LODGE .
AN EXPOSURE . To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —I received a circular from tho office of the four Masonic Publications , soliciting my votes for a candidate for tho Girls' School . Among the names of the brethren supporting the case , I find the name of one given as belonging to tho Hervey Lodge . This brother has been struck off from tho Lodge books
since tho 9 th April 1873 , for arrears ; he only attended Lodge four times during his membership , and then never contributed to the Charities . I think such a case ought to be exposed , for it only does harm to out- Charitable Institutions . By inserting this you Avill greatly oblige , Yours fraternally , A P . M .
SWIMMING . To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BRO . —A letter of the Honorary Secretary of tho London Swimming Club , which appeared in tho Standard of Monday last , on thia subject , ought to be in the hands of every one interested in boys' schools , and in the hope that you Avill reprint it in your columns for tho special benefit of our School Committee , I enclose a
copy . If it only called forth an expression of opinion from some of the subscribers , the result might be that attention would be given to this important subject . Yours fraternally , A LIFE GOVEUXOU E . M . I . B . 3 rd October 1877 .
[ We have pleasure in reproducing tho letter referred to above . — ED . FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . ]
To the Editor of THE STANDARD . SIR , —Now that the exodus has set in from the sea-sido resorts , I would point out to those who have been envying the competent swimmer that this is an accomplishment more easily attained at this season of the year than at any other . The deplorable change in the weather in July so thinned the attendance at all metropolitan baths
that any one who is really in earnest about learning to swim has only to take advantage of the slack season , and by a few nights constant attendance at any bath attain a new and lasting pleasure , as well as a valuable aid in perfecting physical culture . Even should the attempt prove abortive , the clear tepid water and application of a rough towel will amply compensate for tho outlay of a few
coppers . It is a matter of great rejoicing to ns to have to chronicle tho rapid strides our cause is making . It is but ten years ago when a couple of champions and about a dozen , more or less , expert amateurs , wero all that could be found to make up an entertainment , whereas now the temptation of a couple of medals will ensure upwards of
100 entries—all paying an entrance fee . " Tho Lords and Commons Race " proved that we have a plethora of amateurs who can not onl y swim five miles , but do it in good time ( 19 finishing within a quarter of an hour of the amateur champion ) , mauy of whom have since clone 10 , 15 , and 20 miles for the honour of making a record , Avhilst Cavill's speedy long journeys are something to be proud of .
Those Avho have paddled knee deep , waiting for a Avavo to wet them , by coming amongst other beginners will be snre to find some one even more awkward than themselves , and thus gain a little courage to persevere . I have often seen an athlete Avho could obtain a certificate in general competition at the German Gymnastic School shivering at the sea side , afraid to duck his head , Avhilst such a
developed man would learn to swim in a few hours . At every bath there is au attendant who will teach swimming as well as the shining lights of the profession . Wo are still willing to either instruct the beginners or improve those who have passed the beginners' sta ^ e , and our chairman is able to initiate even tho expert in ornamental swimming . Unfortunately , because it is gratis , it is not appreciated .
Those who come as enthusiasts , and do not SAVim at once , lose heart , and fail to show up again . Did any one ever learn cricket , billiards , or skating in one lesson ? Others cavil at the neighbourhood in which our bath is situated , neglecting to observe the adaptability of the bath for tuition purposes , the immense body and clearness of the water , and the entire absence of " hat-touching . " Our bath attendant
wonld look frightened if any ono ( especially tho gratuitous ticket holders ) made a mistake aud tipped him sixpence , Avhereas , at the West-end , passing compliments as to the weather with tho favoured "professional" is good for a shilling . Why all do nob ioaru to swim I cannot conceive ( the School Board Acts should have included this ) . Mothers would send for a doctor if their boy did not walk at the
usual time , and why not see they arc tanght to swim ; papa , if ho cannot swim himself , can stand up in tho water and hold his son ' s chin up . How about the Registrar General ' s average of deaths from drowning ? Over 2 , 000 per annum . Bereaved parents ought to have some qualms of conscience .
In conclusion , Jet mo say that any one ( ladie ? e . w-ptoci ) can have a gratuitous voucher by sending a stamped and nsieuted envelope to our Secretary . Faithfully yours , THE HON . SEC . LONDON SWIMMING OLUU . City of London Baths , Barbican , 1 st October .