-
Articles/Ads
Article INSTALLATION MEETINGS. ← Page 2 of 2 Article COPE LODGE. No. 1357. Page 1 of 1 Article COPE LODGE. No. 1357. Page 1 of 1 Article ROYAL OAK LODGE, No. 871. Page 1 of 2 →
Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
Installation Meetings.
hoped the brethren would give the toast the reception it merited . The R . W . P . G . M . said he was taken by surprise ; he had now visited tho Lodge three or four times , and he felt ifc a great pleasure to be present . Ho thanked the W . M . for his kind expressions , it was an hononr to be present as a Tisitor . Tho next toast was one that represented the authorities of the City of London—Bro . Sheriff Burt
and Bro . Under-Sheriff Godden . Ifc was the first timo they had been present . The W . M . hoped it wonld not be the last . Bro . Sheritl Bnrt eloquently responded ; ho thanked the W . M . for the mannor in which ho had spoken of the office he had the honour to hold , and he most sincerely and heartily thanked tho members for the manner the toast had been received . Bro . Under-Shorifi' Godden thought
that Bro . Sheriff Burt wonld have responded for both . He had most cordially to thank the W . M . for the invitation ; he had rarely heard better working in any Lodge . Tho Sheriff had signified his intention to bo present on a futnre occasion , he would echo those sentiments . The W . M . here said thafc Bro . Hyde Pullen P . G . S . B ., as a member of Grand Lodge of England , should have been called upon to reply
previously . He had now great pleasure in calltng upon him to say a few words . Bro . Hyde Pollen , in the course of his remarks , referred to the admirablo way iu which the evening ' s proceedings had been conducted . It had been to him a source of great gratification to be present . Bro . Dr . Whitmore P . M ., by permission of tho W . M ., proposed the health of tho Tisitors . He would couple with the toast
tho namo of Bro . C . W . Thompson W . M . 9 ( i 9 , who , in responding , remarked he was surprised to see Grand Officers present , and that he was called on ; he folt it an honour to bo associated with the Royal Athelstan Lodge . There wero two essential things in this Lodgegood feeling and good workiug . Ho regretted thafc Bro . G . Lambert had not been present earlier to say a fow words . Bro . G . Lambort
also addressed the brethren . On Bvo . Charles I . P . M . devolved the duty of proposing the health of Bro . Foster . The brethren knew his worth ; they mot as a happy family , and he could predict that during tbe next year the brethren would spend a happy time , while under the auspices of the W . M . Tho W . M . had to thank Bro . Charles for tho encomiums ho had passed on him : he hoped to realise all
that had been said in his praise . If ho could only follow in tho footsteps of the I . P . M . ho should , indeed , bo all ho could wish . The W . M . then asked tho brethren to drink tho health of tho I . P . M ., who had dono the duties of tho chair so admirably . He would nofc say more than had already been said in his praise ; praise which was well deserved . He had now to present him with a jewel , in the name of
the Lodge , and with it tho good wishes of every member . May his children ' s children look on it with pride , as having been presented to him on leaving the chair of this old and respected Lodge . Bro . J . Charles said ho conld hardly find words to thank the W . M . and the brethren for this mark of their approbation . The jewel ho would look on with prido ; ho would never part with it ; aud he
trusted it might bo handed down as a heirloom , in remembrance of his connection with this ancient and flourishing Lodge . The next toast given was the health of tho P . M . ' s , to which Bro . Bywater replied . The Treasurer and Secretary vcro next honoured , and Bro . Starling acknowledged the compliment . For tho Officers , tho S . W . Bro . Archbold responded , and then tho W . M . summoned the Tyler ,
who clost-il I ho meeting . Some capital singing enlivened the evening ' s proceedings , while Bro . Walter Pelham eom . ributud somo of his entertaining remembrances . Among the numerous Tisitors wore Bros . Col . Burdett P . G . M . Middlesex , Sheriff Burb P . P . G . S . Dorset , Under-Sheriff Godden P . G . S ., Mason P . G . S . B ., Hyde Pnllen P . G . S . B ., Rev . P . M . Holden P . G . C . Middlesex , G . Lambert P . G . P . Herts ., Lilley P . M . 12 , Heath 1196 , G . Buckland W . M ., L . F . Littell
P . M . S 60 , Searlo 11 GS , C . W . Thompson W . M . i ) 69 FM . 1601 , Conway , Piercy ( Old Concord ) , Lambert 198 , Jones 405 , Cooper , Concannon , C . Atkins P . M . 27 , C . F . Hogard P . M . 205 , B . Emanuel , Dr . Allworth P . M . 1261 W . M . 1622 . Plimsaul 58 , W . S . Plimsaul 1194 , H . Lewis , R . T . Scott 1366 , Gowor 749 , Tallock 142 , J . W . Bennett P . M . 1261 , Rosenthal 1268 , Taunton 1673 , G . Lambert P . M ., H . M . Levy P . M . 188 , & c .
Cope Lodge. No. 1357.
COPE LODGE . No . 1357 .
THE monthly meeting of this Lod ge was held at the Brooklands Hotel , Brooklands , ou Friday , the 21 st February . Present Bros . E . J . Bradbury W . M ., C . Murray I . P . M ., T . A . Ryder S . W ., T . D . Simcock as J . W ., J . Ingrain P . M . Treas ., T . G . Miller Soc ,
J . E . Coates S . D ., J . Ogden I . G ., Jno . Worthington Tyler ; Past Master J . Cavauagh P . G . A . D . C . Bros . Herbert Kidson , G . F . K . Heywood , A . Griffiths , T . Heighway , W . B . Irving , Wm . Baldwin , Edgar C . Poole , & c . Tisitors—It . L . Spencer 204 , J . Ledgard J . W 1030 , S . M . Davies No . 22 G . R . C ., & c . The minutes of the last
meeting wero read and confirmed . The W . M . advanced the Lodge , aud conferred the degree of Fellow Craft in a very able manner upon Bro . E . C . Poole . Tho W . T . were presented by Bro . Simcock , and the charge given by Bro . S . W . in his usual efficient and impressive manner . The Lodge was worked np to the third decree , and Bro . H . Kiclson was raised , by Bro . Murray I . P . M . Bro . Murray
performed this ceremony in a highly accomplished manner . Bro . S . W . in presenting the W . T ., and rendering the charge , performed his task in a faultless manner . The working of this Lodge throughout is as near perfection as we can possibly imagine work to bo performed , every officer knowing and doing his dnty with evident pleasure , kindness , and ability . The Lodge was closed down to the first degree , when the business of the evening being finished , the
Lodge was closed in ancient form with solemn prayer . By request of tho W . M ., the brethren adjourned to snpper . After supper the W . M . proposed the customary Loyal and Masonic toasts , which were heartily honoured . With the health of tho Prov . Grand Officers , to whom Bro . Bradbnry referred very genially , ho nnitcd the name ot Bro . Cavauagh . In proposing that of the newl y passed Brother , he eaid the Lodge was always pleased to do honour to brethren who
Cope Lodge. No. 1357.
when onco admitted among it 3 members , evinced such interest iu its working , and made themselves as efficient in its teachings as Bros . Poole and Kidson had done . He was very delighted to bear testimony to their zeal as far as thoy had gone . Bro . Poolo replied ; he wa 3 very much gratified with tho kindnoss of tho brethren , and pleased with the ceremonies through which ho had passed . Bro .
Miller kindly favoured tho brethren with a song . Bro . Simcock roso to propose tho health of Bro . Kiclson , whom he was delighted to seo attain tho snhliuie degree , conferred on him that oveuing . He sometimes fait that this very impressive degree had not tho inflnenco it should have on somo brethren who had the privilege of receiving it , bat in Bro . Kidson ho felt that fcho Lodgo ong h ; , to bo
congratulated on acquiring another Master Mason among its members who would advance the interests of the Order by every means in his power . Tho toast was cordially received , and Bro . Kidson , in reply for the honour done him , said he was greatly impressed with his progress in the Craft . His previous conception of the Order was not equal to its realising influences , and he trusted the grand
principles inculcated would so progressively educate his mind as to render thafc aid to the Craft which Freemasonry deserved . Bro . Ingram proposed the health of the Tisitors , in that ; kiud-hearted mannor which always characterises its proposing in the Cope Lodge . Ho folt very pleased to welcome Tisitors . Their presonce stimulated the Officers of tho Lodge , and Tisiting Brethren received beneficial
instruction by comparing working . Thon there was the mutual exchange of fraternal grcotings , which should ever bo cultivated by tho brethren . He assured the Visitors thafc the Copo Lodge did all it could to promote tho interests of Freemasonry , and , iu according a hearty welcome to one and all , he called npon the brethren to hononr the toast in their usual cordial manner . The toast was drunk with
full honours , and Bros . Lodgard , Spencer , and Davies returned thanks , and oxpressed themselves as highly edified and delighted with thoir visit . Bro . Cavanagh said there was a toasfc which was never passed over in the Cope Lodge ; one which every member of the Lodgo delighted to honour . Ifc was the health of the Worshipful Master . Thero was no toast which ought to bo
moro enthusiastically received in any Lodge , especially when the Worshipful Master of it discharged his duties with such efficiency , zeal and cheerfulness as Bro . Bradbury . This toast was drunk with enthusiasm and Masonic honours . Tho W . M ., in returning thanks , said , as one of the visiting brethren had remarked , it is a matter to bo proud of to be a member of this Lodge ; he folt it a great honour
and a pleasnre to enjoy the confidence and the esteem of the members of such a Lodge . The harmony aud efficiency of this Lodgo is greatly owing to the attention and interest the Past Masters always show in the affairs of the Lodge , aud to thom ho was greatly indebted . It was a great pleasure , as well as his duty , to ask the brethron to drink to the very good health of the Past Masters ot * the
Lodge , which was dono with Masonic houours . Bro . Griffiths kindly favoured the brethren with a soug , after which Bros . Cavauagh , Simcock and Murray returned thauks for the kindness shown thom iu proposing and receiving fcho last toast . Bro . Ogden obliged with the next song . Tho I . P . M . proposed the health of the Officers , aud in doing so suid it was with deep regret—aud he knew than feeling
was experienced by the members ot tho Lodge—that he was called npon to allude to tho bereavement which afflicted some ol" tho Officers of the Lodge . As Masons , they ought to extend their heartfolt sympathy with a brother iu his troubles . The attention of the Officers to tho duties of the Lodgo was highly commendable , aud
nothiug but tho claims of then- family circles would have prevented their attendance thafc eveniug . Tho toasfc was received with every mark of regard , and was replied to by Bros . Ogden , Coates and Miller . The Tyler ' s toast was asked for and given , after which tho brethren separated .
Royal Oak Lodge, No. 871.
ROYAL OAK LODGE , No . 871 .
rPHE nineteenth installation meeting of this Lodgo was held on -i- Thursday , 27 th February , at tbe White Swan Hotel , Highstreet , Deptford . Punctually at half-past four the Lodgo was opened by the W . M . Bro . G . T . Limu . The minutes of tho election meeting wero read and confirmed . The report of the audit committee was read , received , uuauimously adopted , and ordered to be entered ou the minutes . It shewed a good balance in tho hands of tho
Treasurer . Brother Heury Clarke , being a candidate for passing , was interrogated , entrusted , aud withdrew . On his re-admission , be was passed to tho degree of Fellow Craft . The all-important event of tho evening was tbo installation of tbo Worshipful Master elect , Bro . Robert Harman—a local aud highly-respected celebrity , who has done good suit and service iu the Lodge and tho parish where ho
and his sires have resided for upwards of a century . A large number of Installed Masters were present . Bro . J . J . Pakes I . P . M . took tho chair , and installed Bro . Harman , who appointed as his Officers : — Bros . J . G . Tohrmann S . ¦> ., G . Harvey J . W ., W . Andrews P M . Treas ., F . Walters P . P . D . Midd . P . M . Sec , W . A . R . Harris S . D ., E . Good J . D ., G . Porter I . G ., G . Androws P . M . D . C ., H . J . Tuson
W . S .. J . Reavin P . M . 147 Tyler , G . T . Limn I . P . M . Bro . G . Androws ^ nvo the addresses . Cordial votes of thanks wero given to Bros . J . J . Pakes and G . Andrews for their excelletifc working . We were pleased lo see this ceremony so well rendered , and ifc reminded us of the predecessors who bad worked it in this Lodge—a list of eminent worthies , commencing with Bro . n . Mnggcridge , who consecrated it and installed the first W . M . —Bro . Dr . Dixon . Tho next important , event
was the presentation of a Past Master ' s jewel to Bro . Georgo Thomas Limn ( there being a strong feeling to give honour where it was duo ) , which had boon nnanimonsly voted to him from tho Lodgo Funds , as ii slig ht , recognition of the admirable manner in which he had conducted the aflairs and business ot the Lodge dnring his year of ofiico . Bro . G . T . Limn , in a graceful speech , acknowledged this present . A petition to the Lodge of Benevolence , from a brothor who was overtaken by unforeseen misfortunes , was unanimouslv
Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
Installation Meetings.
hoped the brethren would give the toast the reception it merited . The R . W . P . G . M . said he was taken by surprise ; he had now visited tho Lodge three or four times , and he felt ifc a great pleasure to be present . Ho thanked the W . M . for his kind expressions , it was an hononr to be present as a Tisitor . Tho next toast was one that represented the authorities of the City of London—Bro . Sheriff Burt
and Bro . Under-Sheriff Godden . Ifc was the first timo they had been present . The W . M . hoped it wonld not be the last . Bro . Sheritl Bnrt eloquently responded ; ho thanked the W . M . for the mannor in which ho had spoken of the office he had the honour to hold , and he most sincerely and heartily thanked tho members for the manner the toast had been received . Bro . Under-Shorifi' Godden thought
that Bro . Sheriff Burt wonld have responded for both . He had most cordially to thank the W . M . for the invitation ; he had rarely heard better working in any Lodge . Tho Sheriff had signified his intention to bo present on a futnre occasion , he would echo those sentiments . The W . M . here said thafc Bro . Hyde Pullen P . G . S . B ., as a member of Grand Lodge of England , should have been called upon to reply
previously . He had now great pleasure in calltng upon him to say a few words . Bro . Hyde Pollen , in the course of his remarks , referred to the admirablo way iu which the evening ' s proceedings had been conducted . It had been to him a source of great gratification to be present . Bro . Dr . Whitmore P . M ., by permission of tho W . M ., proposed the health of tho Tisitors . He would couple with the toast
tho namo of Bro . C . W . Thompson W . M . 9 ( i 9 , who , in responding , remarked he was surprised to see Grand Officers present , and that he was called on ; he folt it an honour to bo associated with the Royal Athelstan Lodge . There wero two essential things in this Lodgegood feeling and good workiug . Ho regretted thafc Bro . G . Lambert had not been present earlier to say a fow words . Bro . G . Lambort
also addressed the brethren . On Bvo . Charles I . P . M . devolved the duty of proposing the health of Bro . Foster . The brethren knew his worth ; they mot as a happy family , and he could predict that during tbe next year the brethren would spend a happy time , while under the auspices of the W . M . Tho W . M . had to thank Bro . Charles for tho encomiums ho had passed on him : he hoped to realise all
that had been said in his praise . If ho could only follow in tho footsteps of the I . P . M . ho should , indeed , bo all ho could wish . The W . M . then asked tho brethren to drink tho health of tho I . P . M ., who had dono the duties of tho chair so admirably . He would nofc say more than had already been said in his praise ; praise which was well deserved . He had now to present him with a jewel , in the name of
the Lodge , and with it tho good wishes of every member . May his children ' s children look on it with pride , as having been presented to him on leaving the chair of this old and respected Lodge . Bro . J . Charles said ho conld hardly find words to thank the W . M . and the brethren for this mark of their approbation . The jewel ho would look on with prido ; ho would never part with it ; aud he
trusted it might bo handed down as a heirloom , in remembrance of his connection with this ancient and flourishing Lodge . The next toast given was the health of tho P . M . ' s , to which Bro . Bywater replied . The Treasurer and Secretary vcro next honoured , and Bro . Starling acknowledged the compliment . For tho Officers , tho S . W . Bro . Archbold responded , and then tho W . M . summoned the Tyler ,
who clost-il I ho meeting . Some capital singing enlivened the evening ' s proceedings , while Bro . Walter Pelham eom . ributud somo of his entertaining remembrances . Among the numerous Tisitors wore Bros . Col . Burdett P . G . M . Middlesex , Sheriff Burb P . P . G . S . Dorset , Under-Sheriff Godden P . G . S ., Mason P . G . S . B ., Hyde Pnllen P . G . S . B ., Rev . P . M . Holden P . G . C . Middlesex , G . Lambert P . G . P . Herts ., Lilley P . M . 12 , Heath 1196 , G . Buckland W . M ., L . F . Littell
P . M . S 60 , Searlo 11 GS , C . W . Thompson W . M . i ) 69 FM . 1601 , Conway , Piercy ( Old Concord ) , Lambert 198 , Jones 405 , Cooper , Concannon , C . Atkins P . M . 27 , C . F . Hogard P . M . 205 , B . Emanuel , Dr . Allworth P . M . 1261 W . M . 1622 . Plimsaul 58 , W . S . Plimsaul 1194 , H . Lewis , R . T . Scott 1366 , Gowor 749 , Tallock 142 , J . W . Bennett P . M . 1261 , Rosenthal 1268 , Taunton 1673 , G . Lambert P . M ., H . M . Levy P . M . 188 , & c .
Cope Lodge. No. 1357.
COPE LODGE . No . 1357 .
THE monthly meeting of this Lod ge was held at the Brooklands Hotel , Brooklands , ou Friday , the 21 st February . Present Bros . E . J . Bradbury W . M ., C . Murray I . P . M ., T . A . Ryder S . W ., T . D . Simcock as J . W ., J . Ingrain P . M . Treas ., T . G . Miller Soc ,
J . E . Coates S . D ., J . Ogden I . G ., Jno . Worthington Tyler ; Past Master J . Cavauagh P . G . A . D . C . Bros . Herbert Kidson , G . F . K . Heywood , A . Griffiths , T . Heighway , W . B . Irving , Wm . Baldwin , Edgar C . Poole , & c . Tisitors—It . L . Spencer 204 , J . Ledgard J . W 1030 , S . M . Davies No . 22 G . R . C ., & c . The minutes of the last
meeting wero read and confirmed . The W . M . advanced the Lodge , aud conferred the degree of Fellow Craft in a very able manner upon Bro . E . C . Poole . Tho W . T . were presented by Bro . Simcock , and the charge given by Bro . S . W . in his usual efficient and impressive manner . The Lodge was worked np to the third decree , and Bro . H . Kiclson was raised , by Bro . Murray I . P . M . Bro . Murray
performed this ceremony in a highly accomplished manner . Bro . S . W . in presenting the W . T ., and rendering the charge , performed his task in a faultless manner . The working of this Lodge throughout is as near perfection as we can possibly imagine work to bo performed , every officer knowing and doing his dnty with evident pleasure , kindness , and ability . The Lodge was closed down to the first degree , when the business of the evening being finished , the
Lodge was closed in ancient form with solemn prayer . By request of tho W . M ., the brethren adjourned to snpper . After supper the W . M . proposed the customary Loyal and Masonic toasts , which were heartily honoured . With the health of tho Prov . Grand Officers , to whom Bro . Bradbnry referred very genially , ho nnitcd the name ot Bro . Cavauagh . In proposing that of the newl y passed Brother , he eaid the Lodge was always pleased to do honour to brethren who
Cope Lodge. No. 1357.
when onco admitted among it 3 members , evinced such interest iu its working , and made themselves as efficient in its teachings as Bros . Poole and Kidson had done . He was very delighted to bear testimony to their zeal as far as thoy had gone . Bro . Poolo replied ; he wa 3 very much gratified with tho kindnoss of tho brethren , and pleased with the ceremonies through which ho had passed . Bro .
Miller kindly favoured tho brethren with a song . Bro . Simcock roso to propose tho health of Bro . Kiclson , whom he was delighted to seo attain tho snhliuie degree , conferred on him that oveuing . He sometimes fait that this very impressive degree had not tho inflnenco it should have on somo brethren who had the privilege of receiving it , bat in Bro . Kidson ho felt that fcho Lodgo ong h ; , to bo
congratulated on acquiring another Master Mason among its members who would advance the interests of the Order by every means in his power . Tho toast was cordially received , and Bro . Kidson , in reply for the honour done him , said he was greatly impressed with his progress in the Craft . His previous conception of the Order was not equal to its realising influences , and he trusted the grand
principles inculcated would so progressively educate his mind as to render thafc aid to the Craft which Freemasonry deserved . Bro . Ingram proposed the health of the Tisitors , in that ; kiud-hearted mannor which always characterises its proposing in the Cope Lodge . Ho folt very pleased to welcome Tisitors . Their presonce stimulated the Officers of tho Lodge , and Tisiting Brethren received beneficial
instruction by comparing working . Thon there was the mutual exchange of fraternal grcotings , which should ever bo cultivated by tho brethren . He assured the Visitors thafc the Copo Lodge did all it could to promote tho interests of Freemasonry , and , iu according a hearty welcome to one and all , he called npon the brethren to hononr the toast in their usual cordial manner . The toast was drunk with
full honours , and Bros . Lodgard , Spencer , and Davies returned thanks , and oxpressed themselves as highly edified and delighted with thoir visit . Bro . Cavanagh said there was a toasfc which was never passed over in the Cope Lodge ; one which every member of the Lodgo delighted to honour . Ifc was the health of the Worshipful Master . Thero was no toast which ought to bo
moro enthusiastically received in any Lodge , especially when the Worshipful Master of it discharged his duties with such efficiency , zeal and cheerfulness as Bro . Bradbury . This toast was drunk with enthusiasm and Masonic honours . Tho W . M ., in returning thanks , said , as one of the visiting brethren had remarked , it is a matter to bo proud of to be a member of this Lodge ; he folt it a great honour
and a pleasnre to enjoy the confidence and the esteem of the members of such a Lodge . The harmony aud efficiency of this Lodgo is greatly owing to the attention and interest the Past Masters always show in the affairs of the Lodge , aud to thom ho was greatly indebted . It was a great pleasure , as well as his duty , to ask the brethron to drink to the very good health of the Past Masters ot * the
Lodge , which was dono with Masonic houours . Bro . Griffiths kindly favoured the brethren with a soug , after which Bros . Cavauagh , Simcock and Murray returned thauks for the kindness shown thom iu proposing and receiving fcho last toast . Bro . Ogden obliged with the next song . Tho I . P . M . proposed the health of the Officers , aud in doing so suid it was with deep regret—aud he knew than feeling
was experienced by the members ot tho Lodge—that he was called npon to allude to tho bereavement which afflicted some ol" tho Officers of the Lodge . As Masons , they ought to extend their heartfolt sympathy with a brother iu his troubles . The attention of the Officers to tho duties of the Lodgo was highly commendable , aud
nothiug but tho claims of then- family circles would have prevented their attendance thafc eveniug . Tho toasfc was received with every mark of regard , and was replied to by Bros . Ogden , Coates and Miller . The Tyler ' s toast was asked for and given , after which tho brethren separated .
Royal Oak Lodge, No. 871.
ROYAL OAK LODGE , No . 871 .
rPHE nineteenth installation meeting of this Lodgo was held on -i- Thursday , 27 th February , at tbe White Swan Hotel , Highstreet , Deptford . Punctually at half-past four the Lodgo was opened by the W . M . Bro . G . T . Limu . The minutes of tho election meeting wero read and confirmed . The report of the audit committee was read , received , uuauimously adopted , and ordered to be entered ou the minutes . It shewed a good balance in tho hands of tho
Treasurer . Brother Heury Clarke , being a candidate for passing , was interrogated , entrusted , aud withdrew . On his re-admission , be was passed to tho degree of Fellow Craft . The all-important event of tho evening was tbo installation of tbo Worshipful Master elect , Bro . Robert Harman—a local aud highly-respected celebrity , who has done good suit and service iu the Lodge and tho parish where ho
and his sires have resided for upwards of a century . A large number of Installed Masters were present . Bro . J . J . Pakes I . P . M . took tho chair , and installed Bro . Harman , who appointed as his Officers : — Bros . J . G . Tohrmann S . ¦> ., G . Harvey J . W ., W . Andrews P M . Treas ., F . Walters P . P . D . Midd . P . M . Sec , W . A . R . Harris S . D ., E . Good J . D ., G . Porter I . G ., G . Androws P . M . D . C ., H . J . Tuson
W . S .. J . Reavin P . M . 147 Tyler , G . T . Limn I . P . M . Bro . G . Androws ^ nvo the addresses . Cordial votes of thanks wero given to Bros . J . J . Pakes and G . Andrews for their excelletifc working . We were pleased lo see this ceremony so well rendered , and ifc reminded us of the predecessors who bad worked it in this Lodge—a list of eminent worthies , commencing with Bro . n . Mnggcridge , who consecrated it and installed the first W . M . —Bro . Dr . Dixon . Tho next important , event
was the presentation of a Past Master ' s jewel to Bro . Georgo Thomas Limn ( there being a strong feeling to give honour where it was duo ) , which had boon nnanimonsly voted to him from tho Lodgo Funds , as ii slig ht , recognition of the admirable manner in which he had conducted the aflairs and business ot the Lodge dnring his year of ofiico . Bro . G . T . Limn , in a graceful speech , acknowledged this present . A petition to the Lodge of Benevolence , from a brothor who was overtaken by unforeseen misfortunes , was unanimouslv