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jewel in recognition of the same . This was cordially supported by the P . G . M ., who spoke very highly of Bro . Miles ' s Masonic services ; and tho vote having been unanimously agreed to , it was suitably and gracefully acknowledged . Another gratifying incident followed , in the presentation to Bro . P . M . Booth , who has undergone a long and painfnl illness , of a testimonial , consisting of a purse and an

illuminated address , recording tho value of the services rendered by him in tho various offices he has filled during a lengthened Masonic career , and specially his readiness at all times to aid and instruct individual members of tho Order . The testimonial was raised chiefly in the Gloucester Lodge , but several brethren connected with other Lodges contributed to it , in order to manifest their esteem towards Bro .

Booth . The P . G . M . referred in terms of warm commendation to Bro . Booth ' s services , and spoke approvingly of the course which the Lodge had adopted in giving this practical expression of its regard to one who so well deserved it . In somo kindly and well chosen words he asked Bro . Booth ' s acceptance of the testimonial ; and tho latter , iu returning thanks , said that nothing had so much cheered him during

his recent illness as the knowledgo that the Eoyal Gloucester Lodgo wero intending to make him this presentation . There were but three present who were members of tho Lodgo when he joined it , Past Masters G . Dunlop , II . Abraham , and T . P . Payne . Time made great changes among them , but he hoped that he might still be spared to render further services to Masonry , and specially to the Eoyal

Gloucester—his mother Lodge—to which he was deeply attached . D . P . G . M . Hickman then proposed , and Bro . J . E . Le Feuvre P . M . seconded , that the thanks of the Lodge be rendered Past Master H . Abraham , and hereafter recorded in a moro permanent and substantial form , for the able manner in which he had discharged the dnties of Treasurer during a period of twenty-two years , to the great

advantage of tho Lodgo , whoso finances , mainly owing to his exertions , were in a most flourishing condition , as shown by tbo fact that there was a good balance iu hand , and also an accumulated fund . The proposition was passed with great cordiality , and P . M . Abraham , in re . sponding , expressed tho satisfaction it had afforded him to render the service which ho had been enabled to do as Treasnrer of the Lodgo .

He was pleased to say that he handed over to his successor a balance of more than £ 90 , which showed that the finances were in a different position than what they wero when he first took office . He had not , moreover , waited till old age and incapacity came upon him before resigning his position . In tho prime of life and the pride of health he had surrendered it to their worthy Bro . Le Feuvre , and was jjlad

to be able to advise him to do as he himself had doue . The I . P . M ., Bro . Miles , then asked the Lodge to accept a handsomely-framed and glazed tablet , recording the names of Masters and Wardens of the Eoyal Gloucester Lodge from its commencement , which ho had collected from the minute-books . This tho brethren very cordially did , with an expression of thanks to Bro . Miles for his handsome present .

Tho Lodge duties were shortly afterwards brought to a close ; and at seven o'clock a large party sat down , under tho presidency of tho W . M ., to an admirable banquet , provided by Bro . Dartnall in his very best stylo , at the conclusion of which tho usual loyal and Masonic toasts wero dulv hononred , and the healths of tho newlv-installed

Master , the D . P . G . M . and many others were drank with great heartiness ; Bro . F . Perkins P . M . and M . P . was present at tlie banquet . The proceedings throughout were of truly fraternal character , and the Eoyal Gloucester , under its new Master , enters upon another year amid the most favourable auspices .

Lodge Of Lights , No . 148 . —The animal installation meeting of the members of this old and flourishing Lodjre took place last Monday , at the Masonic Rooms , Sankey-strect , Warrington . Those who have witnessed many installations must have been frequently struck by the unusually lively and animated appearance of the scone . The brethren begin to assemble shortly before the time specified

unfile commencement of business , and at once proceed with their robir . g . Fresh arrivals arc frequent now , and the fraternal grip is as frequently given and reciprocated . Each countenance is radiant with pleasing anticipations , and each heart seems to go out to his brother . Friendly converse and sometimes " chaff" is the order now , and rarely if over is perfect harmony disturbed . Tho W . M . elect—proud man—is the

centre of attraction , and receives au unusual share of friendly greetings . Tho retiring Master is usually a very popular man with his brethren , and a brother of very great , importance in the Lodge . To him falls the duty of installing his successor in office , and a high honour he considers it . But few retiring Masters attempt this part of their prerogative , perhaps for the reason because of its difficulty ; and ,

for another , because , like Christmas , it conies but once a year . Surely there must bo something good in Freemasonry , and those who witnessed the beautiful ceremonies so admirably performed at this Lodge on Monday last must have experienced a real treat . Bro . William Eobinson S . W ., who had been elected to fill the chair at a previous meeting , by the unanimous voice ofhis brethren , was in his place , and

ready to receive further " Light . " Bro . Bowers P . M ., & c , the popular W . M . of the Lodge , took his position in the East , precisely as the click struck three , and at ouce opened the proceedings . The follow , ing brethren and visitors were present—Bros . Stringer P . M ., Finncv P . M ., Harding P . M ., Pointer P . M ., Sharp P . M ., Richardson P . . 1 .. Pollitt P . M ., and Alderman Hcphead P . M . & c . The sound of

the gong in th" V ... rt , and the call to order brought tho brethren to their feet , and the business of the Lodge began . Bro . Robinson was presented , by Bvo . John Harding P . M ., for the benefit of installation , and having made the preliminary declaration , awaited further advancement . Another pha' of * he T .-rl-x vas now presented , and a Board of Installed Masters fi . ... ed . Bro . Bowes , tho Installing Master ,

taking his place ou the T ., - .. b assisted by Bro . Finney P . M . as S . W ., aud Bro . Pointer P . M . In this position of the Lodge Bro . Robinson , as J . W ., was placed in the chair of K . S ., with all ourancient ceremonies , and amid tho dutatious of the brethren of this advanced position . The Board oi installed Masters having been closed in form , the brethren of this degr .. v . ..-ere admitted , and offered their

greetings to the now W . M ., who was pleased to accept them . Tho W . M . then appointed and invested the following brethren as his officers for the ensuing year , viz .: —Bros . Bowes I . P . M ., Tunstall S . W ., Ai-mstrong Treasnrer , Pickthall J . W ., Bowes Secretary , Yonng S . D ., Jones J . D ., Paterson I . G ., Hannah O . G . or T . At tho close of tho proceedings , Bro . Bowes received a well-merited and unanimous vote

of thauks for "tho admirable , able , and impressive manner in which ho had performed all the duties of Installing Master . " That worthy and distinguished brother having acknowledged the compliment , the Lodgo was closed in duo form , and with tho usual solemnities . Tho brethren now adjourned to tho Patten Arms Hotel , for tho banquet . The W . M . took tho chair , and was favoured with tho prcsenco of an

unusually largo number of brothren of his own Lodgo with visitors . Of the banquet we must say that it was sumptuous in the extreme , and reflected the very highest credit upon Bro . Hughes , the host . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts wero given and responded to , and we regret that our spaco does not admit of our giving them in extenso .

Wo must however just say , in conclusion , that tho most perfect harmony and good fellowship prevailed throughout tho whole proceedings , and we desire to offer tho new Master of the Lodge of Lights our congratulations on the occasion of his attaining so high an honour , tho highest honour it is in the power of any Lodgo to confer upon any ono of its members .

Domatic Lodge , No . 177 . —Tho Audit Meeting of this Lodge was held on Friday , the 31 st December , under the presidency of tho W . M ., Bro . G . Everett ; Bros . Tread well W . M . elect , J . Willing jun . J . W ., J . Smith P . G . P . Treasnrer , Lieut . Kent C . C . P . M ., Walford P . M ., & c The business of the Audit being concluded , the brethren sat down to a very excellent banquet , provided by Bro . Clemow , and

superintended by Bro . Smith . Tho W . M . very genially presided , and gave tho usual loyal and Masonic toasts ; after which he proposed the toast of the Auditors , who , under tho guidance of the Secretary , showed such a favourable result . Bros . Montaguo and Plummer responded to the toast . Bro . Joseph Smith P . G . P . and Treasurer , in eulogistic terms , proposed the toast of tho W . M . Ho said that

during his occupation of the chair the duties had been satisfactorily carried out , and he had personally interested himself to see tho amounts due by tho brethren were duly paid , which was so conducive to the success of the Lodge funds . Bro . Everett thanked the brethren for their kind expressions ; it was a sourco of pleasure to him that he had given them satisfaction , and as this was tho last time ho should

have the pleasnro of presiding in the capacity of Master , he was pleased that every brother had enjoyed himself . The toast of the Past Masters was responded to by Bros . Lieut . Kont , Walford , and Tims . The W . M . then proposed tho toast of the Treasnrer and Secretary , and regretted the absenco of tho latter , who had held that post for over 36 years , to the satisfaction of all connected with tho

Lodge . With respect to Bro . Willing , his duties as Secretary were not light in a Lodge numbering 195 members . Ho was entitled to become an honorary member ; his charitable feeliugs wero well known and recognised , and he ought to have a testimonial worthy of him . ( Cheers . ) The W . M . informed them that tho balance in hand was £ 50 16 s 3 d , after Grand Lodge and all other dues wero paid , and

£ 91 15 s 6 d had been voted to the Masonic Charities . Bro . J . Smith P . M . returned thanks , and said ho had been Treasurer for 40 years , and a member of the Lodge for 45 years , he held the same position iu many Lodges , and ho was pleased with his association with this Lodge , as he had always been treated with great respect . Bro . J . Willing followed , and congratulated the brethren on the success of

the Lodge , he hoped that they would not separate without congratulatiug the W . M . on his restoration to health , aud he hoped it would continue , for he would , on his retirement from office , carry with him the good wishes of every brother ; he was one whom they alt respected ( cheers ) , and he might bo proud of wearing the Installation Jewel . He referred to their summer banquet , which had

been a great success . The W . M . had constituted himself a Life Governor of tho Eoyal Masonic Benevolent Institution . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the W . M . elect , Bro . Treadwell , whom he was sure would do all in his power for the interests of tho Lodge . Bro . Treadwell responded and said : Thero had been 20 Masters to the Lodge , and he hoped to be tho 21 st , he informed the brethren that he would appoint each brother another step . Ho congratulated

himself on Bro . Willing ' s acceptance of the office of Secretary ; ho was a credit to tho Metropolitan Lodges , and under those auspices he hoped to have a prosperous year of office . Bros . H . Stiles and H . M . Levy responded to the toast of tho Visitors . The W . M . then proposed the toast of tho Officers , and alluded to their very efficient working . Bros . Palmer , Buscall and White responded . The brethren then separated , after spending a very harmonious evening . Bros . Foxcroft and H . Stiles contributing to the harmony .

Joppa Lodge , No . 188 . —Tho Installation mooting of this excellent working Lodge , whose members aro composed of almost an equal number of Jewish aud Christian brethren , was held on Monday , the 3 rd instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldcrsgatc-streofc . The term , " a Jewish Lodge , " is only characterised by tho viands , provided according to the Mosaic Law , aud Grace said in tho Hebrew vernacular .

In all other respects the ritual is the same . Many brothren of the Christian faith have filled the various offices of Masters , Wardens and Officers , and one : >! ' ' .. <• Vast Masters of tiie Lodge , Bro . Albert P . M ., was selected to tiii tho office of Assistant Grand Pursuivant . Present—Bros . S . L . Hickman , W . M ., A . G . Dodson , S . W . and W . M . elect , L . Lazarus , J . W ., L . M . Auerhaan Treasurer , E . P . Albert

A . G . P . Secretary , and P . M . ' s 0 . Roberts I . P . M ., Israel Abrahams , L . Alexander , H . 31 . Levy , M . Alexander , Joel Phillips , & c . The Lodge vis opened , and tho minutes of the election and emergency meeting of the 30 fh December were read and confirmed . Bros . Creamer , Dewsnap , and Hellier were raised to tho 3 rd degree , Bro . Cohen . 205 , wag unanimously elected a joining member . A Board of