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utilize their time and talents ; thero was no place whore a Brother could acqniro so much practical knowledge of Freomasonry as in a Lodge of Instruction . With reforenco to his position of W . M . ; he deeply feel tho responsibility of the po 3 t , and in proportion to its responsibility , would endeavour to use extra zeal aud caution , so that he might discharge the duties to tho credit and welfare of tho
Lodge , and to the satisfaction of thoso who had so confidingly placed the government of tho Lodge in hisenrc . llo hoped the remarks of Bro . Alpass would make a deep and lasting impression on each aud all , and that tho clond which had that day hung over the proceedings would be dispersed , and the futnro bo happy and prosperous . He next proposed the health of tho I . P . M . Bro . Marrow . Tho prosperity
the Lodge during his year of office had been very grent . It was his privilege to present to Brother Marrow a Past Master ' s jewel , which had been subscribed for by tho brethren as a mark of the high esteem in which they held him , and as a token of appreciation for the way in which he had discharged his duties . In placing the jewel upon Bro . Marrow ' s breast , he wished him long
life to wear it , and called upon tho brethren to unito in drinking to his very good health . Bro . G . Broadbridgo called for a salute of twenty-one guns , which was given . Bro . Marrow felt grateful for tho kindness shown him , and also for the great distinction conferred in presenting him with a Past Master ' s jowol . ne should wear it , not merely as an omblom of tho office he had vacated , but
more particnlarly as a memento of fraternal regard . Ho was happy to know that at the termination of his year of offico that ho had won aud maintained the good opinion of tho brethren . Ho also thanked tho Officors for their hearty co-operation during tho past year . The next toast was thn Officers of the Lodgo , Past and Present . With regard to the Past Officers , the members had seen and heard how
admirably thoy had clone their duty , and the W . M . hopod the appointment of Officers made that day wonld redound to the credit and prosperity of the Lodge , and meet with the approbation of tho brethren . The musical brethren again favoured the brethren with a very melodious selection , "As the Moments Roll , " after which Bro . Dnnn P . M . returned thanks for tho Past Officers , and Brother
S . W . for tho Present . He did so with pleasure , feeling confident that each and every brother officer wonld attend his duties punctually , and maintain tho position confided to him with effi . ciency . They would be pleased to receive the instruction of their elder brethren , and profit by their experience iu the Craft , His
love for tho Craft , the deep interest he had ever manifested for the welfare of tho Lodge , aud the important offico he now filled would be sufficient incentive for him to redoublo his energies in order to make tho future prosperous and happy . Tho W . M . next proposed tho health of tho Installing Master . He had carried out tho core .
mony to the delight and edification of all . Tho toast was received with Masonic honours . Bro . Taylor favoured the brethren by singing "Tho Holy Friar , " after which Bro . Wylie responded . Bro . Leather proposed the Visiting Brethren , coupling with the sams the names of Brothers Tobias and Taylor . Bro . Tobias felt doubly hononred in having his namo united with the toast . Ho was glad
for the privilege of being present . He did not consider it too much to say that the visitors had been most bountifully provided for and fraternally entertained . Ho trusted that the Lodge might continue as prosperous in tho future as it had been in tho past . Bro . Taylor also responded , to the samo purport . Bro . Robinson proposed the Masonic Charities , and was followed by Bro . Wolfenden ,
who also urged the claims of our noble Institutions . Bro . Broadbridge responded in his usual able and impressive manner . Bro . Morris J . W . proposed Tho Ladies . In doing so he stated thnt the toast was ono of tho most interesting that could be submitted . The ladies , although not admitted to our gatherings , aro closely united with us in all our social positions in life . Wo aro greatly indebted
to them for many comforts . He was sure among a body of Freemasons it- would bo impossible to find a brother so nngallant as not to drink heartily to the toast . " Tho Imago of the Rose" was sung by the Musical Brethren , and Bro . Guruey responded on behalf of the fair sex . Bro . Lockhart sang " Nancy o' Bristol , " and then Rev . Bro . Mermagon proposed the health of tho Musical Brethren in
deservedly complimentary terms , uniting with tho toast the name of Bro . R . B . Woodward , whom ho described as the pervading musical genius of the Lodge . The toast was cordially received , after which " Come , Boys , Drink , " was capitally rendered . Bro . Woodward , in returning thanks for the toast , said he should always do all in his power for the good of the Lodge . From the remarks of his Rev .
Brother , he understood that the beanty and solemnity of music in the ritual was admitted . No doubt it added additional grandeur to what is in itself sublime and profound . The W . M . now called the Lodge back to labour , when ifc was suggested that tho consideration of Votes for the Charities should be left over until tho next regular meeting , and accordingly tho Lodge was closed iu clue and ancient form .
Whittington Lodge of Instruction , No . 862 . —At the weekly meeting held on Wednesday , 4 th inst ., at Bro . Hyde ' s , Red Lion , Poppins-court , Fleet-street . Bro . Abell as W . M ., Tate S . W ., Knill Abell J . W ., Vizzard S . D ., Hallam J . D ., Brown I . G ., Long P . M . and Preceptor , and others . The whole of the ceremony and lectnro of the first degree were rehearsed , after which Bro . Tate was elected W . M . for the ensuing week , when he will perform the ceremony of the second degree .
St . Augustine Lodge of Instruction , No . 972 . —Met for tho first time at tho Now Masonic Hall , Canterbury , on Wednesday , 27 th November . Bro . Vile , W . M . for the evening , rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , an 1 Bro . Rossitergavo the charge . The Secretary retd a snmmary of the attendance and working of tho past year , from which it appeared that although the attendances had not been quite so large ( owing to circninstanct'S which are now removed ) , the work had not fallen off . Not only havo tho ceremonies been worked
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frequently , but the Fifteen Sections have been given twice , and sirno of them as many as six times . Tho attendance ou Wednesday night was good , and augurs well for a successful year .
Wandsworth Lodge of Instruction , No . 1 , 044 . —A meeting was held at the SpreadE- » gle Hotel , Wandsworth , on Wednesday , the 4 th inst . Bro . J . J . Holland was W . M ., Bro . F . Reed S . W ., and Bro . W . A . Blackmoro J . W . Tho first and second degroes
wero rohearsed , Brother Wardropcr candidate . Several of tho brethren offerod to present tho Lodgo with soim working toils Tho subject is to bo considered at tho next meeting . Besides those above mentionod , there wove present—Bros . W . A . Morgau , J . G . Carter , H . J . Nowons , and A . A . Denham Sec
Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1 , 227 . —At Bro . Bolton ' s King aud Queen , Norton Folgate , on Thursday , ihe 2 Sth November . Present—Bros . Hine W . M ., Pearcy S . W ., GiosokeJ . W ., Townsend Sec , Bolton S . D ., Serjeant J . D ., Richmond I . G . also Bros . Abrahams , Shroud , Peacock , & o . After the u .-mal formalities had been complied with , the Lodge was advanced , and Bro .
Abrahams gavo proof of his proficiency aud was ontrnsted . Lodgo was opened up , and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed in a very able manner by the W . M ., Bro . Abrahams as candidate . Lodgo was closed down to the first degreo . The W . M . vacated tho chair in favour of Bro . Pearcy , by whom the ceremony of initiation was
rehearsed in an excellent manner , Bro . Richmond candidate . Tho W . M . having resumed , Bro . Pearoy was elocted W . M . for the next meeting . The following brethron were elected auditors , according to the bye-laws : —Bros . Bolton , Townsend , Hino , Pearoy , and . Serjeant , after which Lodgo was closod aud adjourned .
Clapton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1356 —29 th Nov . — Present—Bros . Bell W . M ., Spurgin S . W ., Buck J . W ., ' McAillan S . D ., Cogan J . D ., Goddard I . G . ; also Bro 3 . Sopor , Greenwood , J . Badkin , Cusworth , Hobbs , L . Conbro , Leech , Stevens , and several other brethren . After preliminaries , tho ceremony of passing was rohoarsed , Bro . L . Coubro candidate . The necessary questions were then
answered , and tho samo candidate was raised to the degree of MM . The annual supper will take place on Friday , 13 th December , at the White Hart Tavern , Clapton , when Bra J . L . Cogan , W . M . of tho Clapton Lodge , will occupy the chair , on which occasion a largo attendance is anticipated . Brethren who are unable to use their tickets aro requested to retnni them not later thnn tho 11 th instant .
Eoyal Arthur Lodge of Instruction , Batt 9 i' 3 aa . —On Tuesday evening , tho 3 rd inst ., the fifteen Sections woro workod at the Princo ' s Head , York-road , Battersoa , under the gnilanci of Bro . Collings W . M ., who had for his Wardens Bros . Leapor and P . M . Whitley . Thero was a good attendance of tho brethren , who one and all wero highly gratifiod with the ablo minnerin which tho work wis carried out . It wonld indeed bo unkind to bcitow more p' -ai ^ i on one worker than on auother : bnt tho faultless minner iu which P . M . ' a
Wise , Read , and Davis , aud Bros . Leaper and Farwig fulfilled tho duties , allotted to them , deserve special montion . A vote of thanks was ordered to bo recorded to the W . M ., the brethren who had worked the sections , and to tho host , for the kindness shown in providing for the croatnre comforts . Wo must csrtainly oagmtal ito the Royal Arthur Lodgo of Instruction oa tho progress they are makinsr .
Lodge of Equity , No . 1384 . —lhe regular mooting of this Lodge was held at the Alfordo Chambers , Widnes , on tho 5 th instant . Present—Bro 3 . J . W . Wareing I . P . M . as W . M ., H . S . Oppenheim as I . P . M ., J . White J . W . ns S . W .. J . Foster as J . W ., A . Tebbutt Sec , J . W . Garble Treas ., F . A . R . Neil 1 S . D ., A . G . Kyle J . D ., G . Pnrver I . G ., J . Taylor Tyler ; Bros . C . Gerrard W . M . 753 , A .
Speakman , John Matthews , James Rimtncr , W . Cooper , F . Pankhnrst , itc Visitor— S . M . Davies FREEMASON ' CHKOMCLE . The Lodge was opened at 6 . 30 with solemn prayer , and the minutes of tho last regular meeting read and ratified . The presiding W . M . deplored the absenco of the W . M , which was unavoidable ; the same may ho said with regard to tho ol her absent Officers , whoare usually very punctual . There being no work before the Lodge , tho Worshipful Brother closod
tho samo in duo and ancient form , and tho brethren adjourned to supper . Tho brethren of 1381 havo just taken now quarters , and it reflects great credit on them for furnishing so compact a littlo Lodge room in which to hold their meetings . On these occasions tho usual custom of adopting a series of toasts is dispensed with , being supplanted by a social chat round tho festive board . Eich brother having done full justice to the good things providod , aud a pleasant evening having been spent , the brethren dispersed at an early honr .
Falcon Lodge , No . 1416 . —W . Bro . Geo . Marwood , P . Dep . Prov . Grand Master for North and East Yorkshire , will , on Thursday next , perform tho ceremony of installation of the W . M . elect of this Lodge ( Bro . J . T . Wilkinson ) , at tho Masonic Hall , Thirsk , at two p . m . A large attendance of brethren is anticipated .
St . Elath Lodge , No . 1488 , Amlwch . —The first monthly meeting , after tbe installation of the new Master of this Lodgo was held on Tuesday , at tho Lodge Room , Castlo Hotel , at fivo o'clock . The Lodge was opened by Bro . . fames Treweek Worshipful Master , James Smith S . W ., William Jones J . W ., Henry Lloyd I . P . M . and Chap ,, 0 . Wm . Rowlands S . D ., Wm . Joi . es Gareglefu J . D ., J . Hugho 3 I . G . pro tern , Owen Roberts Tyler , & c After tho minutes wero read aud confirmed , Bros . J . R . Brown of St . David
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utilize their time and talents ; thero was no place whore a Brother could acqniro so much practical knowledge of Freomasonry as in a Lodge of Instruction . With reforenco to his position of W . M . ; he deeply feel tho responsibility of the po 3 t , and in proportion to its responsibility , would endeavour to use extra zeal aud caution , so that he might discharge the duties to tho credit and welfare of tho
Lodge , and to the satisfaction of thoso who had so confidingly placed the government of tho Lodge in hisenrc . llo hoped the remarks of Bro . Alpass would make a deep and lasting impression on each aud all , and that tho clond which had that day hung over the proceedings would be dispersed , and the futnro bo happy and prosperous . He next proposed the health of tho I . P . M . Bro . Marrow . Tho prosperity
the Lodge during his year of office had been very grent . It was his privilege to present to Brother Marrow a Past Master ' s jewel , which had been subscribed for by tho brethren as a mark of the high esteem in which they held him , and as a token of appreciation for the way in which he had discharged his duties . In placing the jewel upon Bro . Marrow ' s breast , he wished him long
life to wear it , and called upon tho brethren to unito in drinking to his very good health . Bro . G . Broadbridgo called for a salute of twenty-one guns , which was given . Bro . Marrow felt grateful for tho kindness shown him , and also for the great distinction conferred in presenting him with a Past Master ' s jowol . ne should wear it , not merely as an omblom of tho office he had vacated , but
more particnlarly as a memento of fraternal regard . Ho was happy to know that at the termination of his year of offico that ho had won aud maintained the good opinion of tho brethren . Ho also thanked tho Officors for their hearty co-operation during tho past year . The next toast was thn Officers of the Lodgo , Past and Present . With regard to the Past Officers , the members had seen and heard how
admirably thoy had clone their duty , and the W . M . hopod the appointment of Officers made that day wonld redound to the credit and prosperity of the Lodge , and meet with the approbation of tho brethren . The musical brethren again favoured the brethren with a very melodious selection , "As the Moments Roll , " after which Bro . Dnnn P . M . returned thanks for tho Past Officers , and Brother
S . W . for tho Present . He did so with pleasure , feeling confident that each and every brother officer wonld attend his duties punctually , and maintain tho position confided to him with effi . ciency . They would be pleased to receive the instruction of their elder brethren , and profit by their experience iu the Craft , His
love for tho Craft , the deep interest he had ever manifested for the welfare of tho Lodge , aud the important offico he now filled would be sufficient incentive for him to redoublo his energies in order to make tho future prosperous and happy . Tho W . M . next proposed tho health of tho Installing Master . He had carried out tho core .
mony to the delight and edification of all . Tho toast was received with Masonic honours . Bro . Taylor favoured the brethren by singing "Tho Holy Friar , " after which Bro . Wylie responded . Bro . Leather proposed the Visiting Brethren , coupling with the sams the names of Brothers Tobias and Taylor . Bro . Tobias felt doubly hononred in having his namo united with the toast . Ho was glad
for the privilege of being present . He did not consider it too much to say that the visitors had been most bountifully provided for and fraternally entertained . Ho trusted that the Lodge might continue as prosperous in tho future as it had been in tho past . Bro . Taylor also responded , to the samo purport . Bro . Robinson proposed the Masonic Charities , and was followed by Bro . Wolfenden ,
who also urged the claims of our noble Institutions . Bro . Broadbridge responded in his usual able and impressive manner . Bro . Morris J . W . proposed Tho Ladies . In doing so he stated thnt the toast was ono of tho most interesting that could be submitted . The ladies , although not admitted to our gatherings , aro closely united with us in all our social positions in life . Wo aro greatly indebted
to them for many comforts . He was sure among a body of Freemasons it- would bo impossible to find a brother so nngallant as not to drink heartily to the toast . " Tho Imago of the Rose" was sung by the Musical Brethren , and Bro . Guruey responded on behalf of the fair sex . Bro . Lockhart sang " Nancy o' Bristol , " and then Rev . Bro . Mermagon proposed the health of tho Musical Brethren in
deservedly complimentary terms , uniting with tho toast the name of Bro . R . B . Woodward , whom ho described as the pervading musical genius of the Lodge . The toast was cordially received , after which " Come , Boys , Drink , " was capitally rendered . Bro . Woodward , in returning thanks for the toast , said he should always do all in his power for the good of the Lodge . From the remarks of his Rev .
Brother , he understood that the beanty and solemnity of music in the ritual was admitted . No doubt it added additional grandeur to what is in itself sublime and profound . The W . M . now called the Lodge back to labour , when ifc was suggested that tho consideration of Votes for the Charities should be left over until tho next regular meeting , and accordingly tho Lodge was closed iu clue and ancient form .
Whittington Lodge of Instruction , No . 862 . —At the weekly meeting held on Wednesday , 4 th inst ., at Bro . Hyde ' s , Red Lion , Poppins-court , Fleet-street . Bro . Abell as W . M ., Tate S . W ., Knill Abell J . W ., Vizzard S . D ., Hallam J . D ., Brown I . G ., Long P . M . and Preceptor , and others . The whole of the ceremony and lectnro of the first degree were rehearsed , after which Bro . Tate was elected W . M . for the ensuing week , when he will perform the ceremony of the second degree .
St . Augustine Lodge of Instruction , No . 972 . —Met for tho first time at tho Now Masonic Hall , Canterbury , on Wednesday , 27 th November . Bro . Vile , W . M . for the evening , rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , an 1 Bro . Rossitergavo the charge . The Secretary retd a snmmary of the attendance and working of tho past year , from which it appeared that although the attendances had not been quite so large ( owing to circninstanct'S which are now removed ) , the work had not fallen off . Not only havo tho ceremonies been worked
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frequently , but the Fifteen Sections have been given twice , and sirno of them as many as six times . Tho attendance ou Wednesday night was good , and augurs well for a successful year .
Wandsworth Lodge of Instruction , No . 1 , 044 . —A meeting was held at the SpreadE- » gle Hotel , Wandsworth , on Wednesday , the 4 th inst . Bro . J . J . Holland was W . M ., Bro . F . Reed S . W ., and Bro . W . A . Blackmoro J . W . Tho first and second degroes
wero rohearsed , Brother Wardropcr candidate . Several of tho brethren offerod to present tho Lodgo with soim working toils Tho subject is to bo considered at tho next meeting . Besides those above mentionod , there wove present—Bros . W . A . Morgau , J . G . Carter , H . J . Nowons , and A . A . Denham Sec
Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1 , 227 . —At Bro . Bolton ' s King aud Queen , Norton Folgate , on Thursday , ihe 2 Sth November . Present—Bros . Hine W . M ., Pearcy S . W ., GiosokeJ . W ., Townsend Sec , Bolton S . D ., Serjeant J . D ., Richmond I . G . also Bros . Abrahams , Shroud , Peacock , & o . After the u .-mal formalities had been complied with , the Lodge was advanced , and Bro .
Abrahams gavo proof of his proficiency aud was ontrnsted . Lodgo was opened up , and the ceremony of raising was rehearsed in a very able manner by the W . M ., Bro . Abrahams as candidate . Lodgo was closed down to the first degreo . The W . M . vacated tho chair in favour of Bro . Pearcy , by whom the ceremony of initiation was
rehearsed in an excellent manner , Bro . Richmond candidate . Tho W . M . having resumed , Bro . Pearoy was elocted W . M . for the next meeting . The following brethron were elected auditors , according to the bye-laws : —Bros . Bolton , Townsend , Hino , Pearoy , and . Serjeant , after which Lodgo was closod aud adjourned .
Clapton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1356 —29 th Nov . — Present—Bros . Bell W . M ., Spurgin S . W ., Buck J . W ., ' McAillan S . D ., Cogan J . D ., Goddard I . G . ; also Bro 3 . Sopor , Greenwood , J . Badkin , Cusworth , Hobbs , L . Conbro , Leech , Stevens , and several other brethren . After preliminaries , tho ceremony of passing was rohoarsed , Bro . L . Coubro candidate . The necessary questions were then
answered , and tho samo candidate was raised to the degree of MM . The annual supper will take place on Friday , 13 th December , at the White Hart Tavern , Clapton , when Bra J . L . Cogan , W . M . of tho Clapton Lodge , will occupy the chair , on which occasion a largo attendance is anticipated . Brethren who are unable to use their tickets aro requested to retnni them not later thnn tho 11 th instant .
Eoyal Arthur Lodge of Instruction , Batt 9 i' 3 aa . —On Tuesday evening , tho 3 rd inst ., the fifteen Sections woro workod at the Princo ' s Head , York-road , Battersoa , under the gnilanci of Bro . Collings W . M ., who had for his Wardens Bros . Leapor and P . M . Whitley . Thero was a good attendance of tho brethren , who one and all wero highly gratifiod with the ablo minnerin which tho work wis carried out . It wonld indeed bo unkind to bcitow more p' -ai ^ i on one worker than on auother : bnt tho faultless minner iu which P . M . ' a
Wise , Read , and Davis , aud Bros . Leaper and Farwig fulfilled tho duties , allotted to them , deserve special montion . A vote of thanks was ordered to bo recorded to the W . M ., the brethren who had worked the sections , and to tho host , for the kindness shown in providing for the croatnre comforts . Wo must csrtainly oagmtal ito the Royal Arthur Lodgo of Instruction oa tho progress they are makinsr .
Lodge of Equity , No . 1384 . —lhe regular mooting of this Lodge was held at the Alfordo Chambers , Widnes , on tho 5 th instant . Present—Bro 3 . J . W . Wareing I . P . M . as W . M ., H . S . Oppenheim as I . P . M ., J . White J . W . ns S . W .. J . Foster as J . W ., A . Tebbutt Sec , J . W . Garble Treas ., F . A . R . Neil 1 S . D ., A . G . Kyle J . D ., G . Pnrver I . G ., J . Taylor Tyler ; Bros . C . Gerrard W . M . 753 , A .
Speakman , John Matthews , James Rimtncr , W . Cooper , F . Pankhnrst , itc Visitor— S . M . Davies FREEMASON ' CHKOMCLE . The Lodge was opened at 6 . 30 with solemn prayer , and the minutes of tho last regular meeting read and ratified . The presiding W . M . deplored the absenco of the W . M , which was unavoidable ; the same may ho said with regard to tho ol her absent Officers , whoare usually very punctual . There being no work before the Lodge , tho Worshipful Brother closod
tho samo in duo and ancient form , and tho brethren adjourned to supper . Tho brethren of 1381 havo just taken now quarters , and it reflects great credit on them for furnishing so compact a littlo Lodge room in which to hold their meetings . On these occasions tho usual custom of adopting a series of toasts is dispensed with , being supplanted by a social chat round tho festive board . Eich brother having done full justice to the good things providod , aud a pleasant evening having been spent , the brethren dispersed at an early honr .
Falcon Lodge , No . 1416 . —W . Bro . Geo . Marwood , P . Dep . Prov . Grand Master for North and East Yorkshire , will , on Thursday next , perform tho ceremony of installation of the W . M . elect of this Lodge ( Bro . J . T . Wilkinson ) , at tho Masonic Hall , Thirsk , at two p . m . A large attendance of brethren is anticipated .
St . Elath Lodge , No . 1488 , Amlwch . —The first monthly meeting , after tbe installation of the new Master of this Lodgo was held on Tuesday , at tho Lodge Room , Castlo Hotel , at fivo o'clock . The Lodge was opened by Bro . . fames Treweek Worshipful Master , James Smith S . W ., William Jones J . W ., Henry Lloyd I . P . M . and Chap ,, 0 . Wm . Rowlands S . D ., Wm . Joi . es Gareglefu J . D ., J . Hugho 3 I . G . pro tern , Owen Roberts Tyler , & c After tho minutes wero read aud confirmed , Bros . J . R . Brown of St . David