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Correspondence.
CORRESPONDENCE .
We do not hold ourselves responsible for the opinions of our Correspondents . We cannot undertake to return rejected communications . All Letters must bear the name and address of the Writer , not necessarily for publication , but as a guarantee of good faith .
AN OLD DOGGREL .
To the Editor of the FREEMASON s CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —In turning over tho leaves of an old Bible ( date 1 G 11 ) tho other day , I discovered tho enclosed M . S . doggrel verses , which in spite of their rude construction may possibly bo considered worthy of a corner in yonr pages . There aro ono or two
curious allusions bearing apparently on Masonic legonds . The verses , judging from the style of tho writing and faded condition of the ink , wero probably penned about tho end of tho last contury , and the Avatormark of tho paper has tho dato 1791 . Probably thoy are tho effort of an operative Mason inspired by thirst .
I am , yours fraternally , T . B . WHITEHEAD . York , 5 th Juno , 1878 . Most noble Master , glad Ave are to see you come this day , In health , to view your lofty Tower , and Workmen tosnrvej ' ,
The garden walls goe on apace , but still wo pine and fret , For fear the alo from Rushy ford be spoiled by tho heat . While many people fear the same , in vain their lungs they waste , For how should wo their doubts resolve unless we should it taste . If you this joke accept but well , aud grant ns this small favour ,
Great Sir , you would revive tho Heart of the old Mason Labourer . A cup of this right Stingo , Sir , would make ns quito alert , And to get forward with the work we'll all ourselves exert . I'll my Three Masters mild commands do without hesitation , May all their plans attract your Eye , and meet your approbation .
When your fair Consort by your side accompanys you here , She'll stand snrpriz'd for to behold how quick the Walls wo rear : But Gratitude claims our best wish , so for donations past May God protect you through this Life and crown you at the last . Your most obedient , noble Sir , adhere unto this Wonder ,
Adam has spoke from of the Tower , with voice as loud as Thunder . I am afraid my feet will slip and I again shall fall , Because there is no solderiug alo put in the lead at all : When reinstated on my stand happy I thought my fate , And understood tho Masons would my joys congratulate ;
These souls would quaff from hand to hand , had they but your donation ; And sing and wish I firm may stand in former situation . Have statues sence ? have stones got ears ? some censuring critick
; Snre Joshua ' s Stone * heard Israel ' s God , or else the Scripture lyes . Whether or no , it matters uot , we'll thank you for tho favour , Hope you'll accept this as a joke from yonr poor Mason Labourer . * Joshua xxiv . 2 G and 27 .
The Vacant Secretaryship.
THE VACANT SECRETARYSHIP .
To the Editor of'SHE FREEMASON ' CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —Among the number of candidates all equally eager to secure the vacant post of Secretary to tho Girls ' School , there is scarcely ono who is in any way conspicuously known in tho Craft . I well remember when tbo late Bro . Little sought the suffrages of the Life Governors under similar circumstances , althoivh
at the time only holding an inferior position on the staff of Grand Lodgo Officials , ho had already made his mark , and was well known for urbanity , learning , gift of thought , and general Masonic abilities , not only in London , bat equally so in the provinces . Again , gonial Bro . Terry , when lie aspired to succeed the lato Bro . Farnfield , had long secured for himself a wide-spread reputation for possessing the
qualities necessary for the efficient discharge of the important duties of such an office . I have no recollection of tho election of Bro . Binckes , but for many years past ho has afforded amplo opportunities for judging that ho must havo possessed all the power and energy which has enabled him to ensure the undeniable success of the Institution of which he is the guiding spirit . But who arc th «
men who now stand forward ? I have no desire , and far bo it from my very thoughts to say one single disparaging word against any of them . Yet it seems to mo tho Craft is moro than jnstified in demanding to know something of him to whom the guidance of one of its cherished institutions is about to bo entrusted . In every kind of important election , candidates make it a point to meet constituents , and
frequently not only principles , but manner and matter of speech go far to influence a decision . Even an aspirant to a civil service clerkship , the emolument for which probably does not reach far above the magnificent sum of ono hundred ponnds per annum , has to submit to harassiug and often laborious competitive examinations . Why , in this instance , where such high interests aro at stake , should success
depend not upon capacity , but upon the good fortnnc of bein" - able to secure the greatest number of friends among those eutitlecfto vote , and whose leisure or avocations will enable them to bo present personally on the day of the poll . For proxy voting seems entirely out of the question , and consequently vast numbers will be debarredfrom recording their vote altogether . Man y ways might be suggested to bring "bout <* meeting of candidates aud voters , but thero is oue
The Vacant Secretaryship.
which possesses the rare merit of efficacy combined with economy Most regular Lodges aro closed this time in the year , but Lodges of Instruction aro open every evening in tho week . An announcement that one or moro of the candidates iuteu to bo present , at a given placo and dato for the purpose i > f advocating their claims for support , would infallibly l'osulfc
in a largo gathering of voters whose judgment maybe relied upon , uid , therefore , the fittest mau would have the best chance of success . This mode of testing tho merits of candidates is suggested by tho W . M . of tho Tranquillity Lodge , and many Past Masters and iullneutial brethren have spoken to mo to the samo effect . As tho
matter stands at present considerable dissatisfaction is expressed , which it might be wise for the authorities to take note of . I am sure no one will dispnto that , at this juncture , tho greatest precaution is necessary that no stop bo taken which might in any way prove disadvantageous to tho Institution . Fraternally yours , E . GoriHEir .
Summer Banquet Of The Fortitude And Old Cumberland Lodge, No. 12.
SUMMER BANQUET OF THE FORTITUDE AND OLD CUMBERLAND LODGE , No . 12 .
MANY Lodges havo now closed their doors for regular meetings until October , but of lato years it has become popular to hold summer banquets ; this enables tho brethren to enjoy a day ' s outing , and acts as a connecting link to remind them of the social boura passed in Lodge . The members of tho Fortitude and Old Cumberland Lodge , No . 12 , look forward to these Summer gatherings ; last year they dined at the Ship , at Greenwich , on which occasion
H . R . H . the M . W . Grand Master was the guest , at the samo establish , ment , of tho Officers of the Princo of Wales ' s own Norfolk Regiment of Militia , and tho ringing cheers given him on his departure testified the loyalty of tho members . Under the presidency of the W . M . Bro . Nicols , and through the exertions of Bro . L . Rnf P . M . and Treas ., it was arranged that the meeting this year should take place at the Star
and Garter , Richmond , and a prettier spot could not have been selected . On this occasion , however , nearly every bouse iu Richmond shewed a symbol of mourning as a mark of respect to the late Earl Russell , whose funeral had been fixed for tho same day . Luncheon was served at the residence of the W . M ., at Surbiton , Tho brethren then repaired to the Star aud Garter , Richmond . The
dinner was served in the Old Coffee Room of this establishment , the only room that escaped the ravages of the fire which occurred some few years ago . It overlooks the river , and a splendid view of the magnificent scenery which surrounds the houso can be obtained here . Tho dinner , dessert and wines wero all that could be desired , and wero supplied by the Companv , under tho ablo direction of the
Secretary and Manager , Bro . G . Rudolph Hunt . Tho W . M . Bro . D . Nicols occupied tho chair , while tho Wardens' chairs were filled by Bros . J . W . Mower and Coombs . The Chairman proposed the health of the Queen and the rest of the Royal Family . Bro . W . B . Kidder I . P . M . then rose : ho had great pleasure in proposing tho health of the W . M ., whose good qualities woro well known to all . He was
ever mindful of the calls of charity , and his liberal contributions to the Institutions evidenced his interest in their welfare . Bro . Nicols , in reply , said it was a great privilege to occupy the chair of so distinguished and ancient a Lodge ; ho was proud that day to bo honoured by the presence of tho R . W . the Prov . Grand Master for Middlesex . Ho thanked the brethren for their expressions , and hoped that his efforts to please them had given satisfaction . Bro . W . B . Kidder I . P . M .,
with tho permission of the W . M ., proposed the health of their distiiiguishod guest , —the R . W . Bro . Col . Burdett , Prov . G . M . Middlesex ; wo all know his great qualifications and his zeal in the cause ot Masonry ; we know him also iu connection with his distinguished relative , tho Baroness Burdett Coutts , whose name is a household word in every charity ; he would ask them to give a hearty reception to the toast . Bro . Col . Burdett thanked Bro . Kidder for his kind
expressions , and for the hearty reception his name had been received with . The Prov . Grand Officers he had appointed during the ten years he bad been Prov . G . M . of Middlesex had always done their duty ; he was proud of them . In speaking of his illustrious relative , Col . Burdett sa id she had done good service for Masonry , aud she was proud of tho Lodgo named after her .
Whenever she was asked to contribute to tho Three Charities , she was always ready and willing . For himself , ever since ho had occupied the chair as Prov . G . M . for Middlesex , he had received every kindness , and it was to him a great amount of pleasure to see how the Proviuco had prospered . Ho thanked them for their hearty recognition of tho toast . The W . M . next proposed the toast of the Visitors , and called on Bro .
Curlier , No . 11 , to respond . This brother thanked tho W . M . for the hospitality he had shown , not only on this , but on many other occasions ; ho knew tho Visitors appreciated his kindness ; he had provided them a most enjoyable day . Bro . W . B . Kidder replied for tho Past Masters . It was an honour to respond to this toast ; tho P . M . ' s were always anxious to do service and exert themselves for
the benefit of the Lodge . The W . M . said there was one toast that onsrht not to be omitted , and that was the health of Bro . Leopold Ruf ; ho was the Treasurer of the Lodge , and to him was due tho success of the day . He always looked after their creature comforts in the Lodge , and was ever a good and kind Brother ; ho would ask all present to give him a hearty greeting . Bro . Ruf
thanked the WM . and tho brethren for their reception of the toast . This was the thirteenth year he had served the office of Treasurer . He had been twenty-one years a P . M ., and whatever ho had clone for the Lodge was for its benefit . Ho was Father of the Lodge , and had been connected with it for twenty-eight years . In replying for the Officers , Bros . Mower , Coombs , and E . E , Kidder made excel , lettfc speeches , a & tj tUe brethren , thou separated , after passing a wosti
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Correspondence.
CORRESPONDENCE .
We do not hold ourselves responsible for the opinions of our Correspondents . We cannot undertake to return rejected communications . All Letters must bear the name and address of the Writer , not necessarily for publication , but as a guarantee of good faith .
AN OLD DOGGREL .
To the Editor of the FREEMASON s CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —In turning over tho leaves of an old Bible ( date 1 G 11 ) tho other day , I discovered tho enclosed M . S . doggrel verses , which in spite of their rude construction may possibly bo considered worthy of a corner in yonr pages . There aro ono or two
curious allusions bearing apparently on Masonic legonds . The verses , judging from the style of tho writing and faded condition of the ink , wero probably penned about tho end of tho last contury , and the Avatormark of tho paper has tho dato 1791 . Probably thoy are tho effort of an operative Mason inspired by thirst .
I am , yours fraternally , T . B . WHITEHEAD . York , 5 th Juno , 1878 . Most noble Master , glad Ave are to see you come this day , In health , to view your lofty Tower , and Workmen tosnrvej ' ,
The garden walls goe on apace , but still wo pine and fret , For fear the alo from Rushy ford be spoiled by tho heat . While many people fear the same , in vain their lungs they waste , For how should wo their doubts resolve unless we should it taste . If you this joke accept but well , aud grant ns this small favour ,
Great Sir , you would revive tho Heart of the old Mason Labourer . A cup of this right Stingo , Sir , would make ns quito alert , And to get forward with the work we'll all ourselves exert . I'll my Three Masters mild commands do without hesitation , May all their plans attract your Eye , and meet your approbation .
When your fair Consort by your side accompanys you here , She'll stand snrpriz'd for to behold how quick the Walls wo rear : But Gratitude claims our best wish , so for donations past May God protect you through this Life and crown you at the last . Your most obedient , noble Sir , adhere unto this Wonder ,
Adam has spoke from of the Tower , with voice as loud as Thunder . I am afraid my feet will slip and I again shall fall , Because there is no solderiug alo put in the lead at all : When reinstated on my stand happy I thought my fate , And understood tho Masons would my joys congratulate ;
These souls would quaff from hand to hand , had they but your donation ; And sing and wish I firm may stand in former situation . Have statues sence ? have stones got ears ? some censuring critick
; Snre Joshua ' s Stone * heard Israel ' s God , or else the Scripture lyes . Whether or no , it matters uot , we'll thank you for tho favour , Hope you'll accept this as a joke from yonr poor Mason Labourer . * Joshua xxiv . 2 G and 27 .
The Vacant Secretaryship.
THE VACANT SECRETARYSHIP .
To the Editor of'SHE FREEMASON ' CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —Among the number of candidates all equally eager to secure the vacant post of Secretary to tho Girls ' School , there is scarcely ono who is in any way conspicuously known in tho Craft . I well remember when tbo late Bro . Little sought the suffrages of the Life Governors under similar circumstances , althoivh
at the time only holding an inferior position on the staff of Grand Lodgo Officials , ho had already made his mark , and was well known for urbanity , learning , gift of thought , and general Masonic abilities , not only in London , bat equally so in the provinces . Again , gonial Bro . Terry , when lie aspired to succeed the lato Bro . Farnfield , had long secured for himself a wide-spread reputation for possessing the
qualities necessary for the efficient discharge of the important duties of such an office . I have no recollection of tho election of Bro . Binckes , but for many years past ho has afforded amplo opportunities for judging that ho must havo possessed all the power and energy which has enabled him to ensure the undeniable success of the Institution of which he is the guiding spirit . But who arc th «
men who now stand forward ? I have no desire , and far bo it from my very thoughts to say one single disparaging word against any of them . Yet it seems to mo tho Craft is moro than jnstified in demanding to know something of him to whom the guidance of one of its cherished institutions is about to bo entrusted . In every kind of important election , candidates make it a point to meet constituents , and
frequently not only principles , but manner and matter of speech go far to influence a decision . Even an aspirant to a civil service clerkship , the emolument for which probably does not reach far above the magnificent sum of ono hundred ponnds per annum , has to submit to harassiug and often laborious competitive examinations . Why , in this instance , where such high interests aro at stake , should success
depend not upon capacity , but upon the good fortnnc of bein" - able to secure the greatest number of friends among those eutitlecfto vote , and whose leisure or avocations will enable them to bo present personally on the day of the poll . For proxy voting seems entirely out of the question , and consequently vast numbers will be debarredfrom recording their vote altogether . Man y ways might be suggested to bring "bout <* meeting of candidates aud voters , but thero is oue
The Vacant Secretaryship.
which possesses the rare merit of efficacy combined with economy Most regular Lodges aro closed this time in the year , but Lodges of Instruction aro open every evening in tho week . An announcement that one or moro of the candidates iuteu to bo present , at a given placo and dato for the purpose i > f advocating their claims for support , would infallibly l'osulfc
in a largo gathering of voters whose judgment maybe relied upon , uid , therefore , the fittest mau would have the best chance of success . This mode of testing tho merits of candidates is suggested by tho W . M . of tho Tranquillity Lodge , and many Past Masters and iullneutial brethren have spoken to mo to the samo effect . As tho
matter stands at present considerable dissatisfaction is expressed , which it might be wise for the authorities to take note of . I am sure no one will dispnto that , at this juncture , tho greatest precaution is necessary that no stop bo taken which might in any way prove disadvantageous to tho Institution . Fraternally yours , E . GoriHEir .
Summer Banquet Of The Fortitude And Old Cumberland Lodge, No. 12.
SUMMER BANQUET OF THE FORTITUDE AND OLD CUMBERLAND LODGE , No . 12 .
MANY Lodges havo now closed their doors for regular meetings until October , but of lato years it has become popular to hold summer banquets ; this enables tho brethren to enjoy a day ' s outing , and acts as a connecting link to remind them of the social boura passed in Lodge . The members of tho Fortitude and Old Cumberland Lodge , No . 12 , look forward to these Summer gatherings ; last year they dined at the Ship , at Greenwich , on which occasion
H . R . H . the M . W . Grand Master was the guest , at the samo establish , ment , of tho Officers of the Princo of Wales ' s own Norfolk Regiment of Militia , and tho ringing cheers given him on his departure testified the loyalty of tho members . Under the presidency of the W . M . Bro . Nicols , and through the exertions of Bro . L . Rnf P . M . and Treas ., it was arranged that the meeting this year should take place at the Star
and Garter , Richmond , and a prettier spot could not have been selected . On this occasion , however , nearly every bouse iu Richmond shewed a symbol of mourning as a mark of respect to the late Earl Russell , whose funeral had been fixed for tho same day . Luncheon was served at the residence of the W . M ., at Surbiton , Tho brethren then repaired to the Star aud Garter , Richmond . The
dinner was served in the Old Coffee Room of this establishment , the only room that escaped the ravages of the fire which occurred some few years ago . It overlooks the river , and a splendid view of the magnificent scenery which surrounds the houso can be obtained here . Tho dinner , dessert and wines wero all that could be desired , and wero supplied by the Companv , under tho ablo direction of the
Secretary and Manager , Bro . G . Rudolph Hunt . Tho W . M . Bro . D . Nicols occupied tho chair , while tho Wardens' chairs were filled by Bros . J . W . Mower and Coombs . The Chairman proposed the health of the Queen and the rest of the Royal Family . Bro . W . B . Kidder I . P . M . then rose : ho had great pleasure in proposing tho health of the W . M ., whose good qualities woro well known to all . He was
ever mindful of the calls of charity , and his liberal contributions to the Institutions evidenced his interest in their welfare . Bro . Nicols , in reply , said it was a great privilege to occupy the chair of so distinguished and ancient a Lodge ; ho was proud that day to bo honoured by the presence of tho R . W . the Prov . Grand Master for Middlesex . Ho thanked the brethren for their expressions , and hoped that his efforts to please them had given satisfaction . Bro . W . B . Kidder I . P . M .,
with tho permission of the W . M ., proposed the health of their distiiiguishod guest , —the R . W . Bro . Col . Burdett , Prov . G . M . Middlesex ; wo all know his great qualifications and his zeal in the cause ot Masonry ; we know him also iu connection with his distinguished relative , tho Baroness Burdett Coutts , whose name is a household word in every charity ; he would ask them to give a hearty reception to the toast . Bro . Col . Burdett thanked Bro . Kidder for his kind
expressions , and for the hearty reception his name had been received with . The Prov . Grand Officers he had appointed during the ten years he bad been Prov . G . M . of Middlesex had always done their duty ; he was proud of them . In speaking of his illustrious relative , Col . Burdett sa id she had done good service for Masonry , aud she was proud of tho Lodgo named after her .
Whenever she was asked to contribute to tho Three Charities , she was always ready and willing . For himself , ever since ho had occupied the chair as Prov . G . M . for Middlesex , he had received every kindness , and it was to him a great amount of pleasure to see how the Proviuco had prospered . Ho thanked them for their hearty recognition of tho toast . The W . M . next proposed the toast of the Visitors , and called on Bro .
Curlier , No . 11 , to respond . This brother thanked tho W . M . for the hospitality he had shown , not only on this , but on many other occasions ; ho knew tho Visitors appreciated his kindness ; he had provided them a most enjoyable day . Bro . W . B . Kidder replied for tho Past Masters . It was an honour to respond to this toast ; tho P . M . ' s were always anxious to do service and exert themselves for
the benefit of the Lodge . The W . M . said there was one toast that onsrht not to be omitted , and that was the health of Bro . Leopold Ruf ; ho was the Treasurer of the Lodge , and to him was due tho success of the day . He always looked after their creature comforts in the Lodge , and was ever a good and kind Brother ; ho would ask all present to give him a hearty greeting . Bro . Ruf
thanked the WM . and tho brethren for their reception of the toast . This was the thirteenth year he had served the office of Treasurer . He had been twenty-one years a P . M ., and whatever ho had clone for the Lodge was for its benefit . Ho was Father of the Lodge , and had been connected with it for twenty-eight years . In replying for the Officers , Bros . Mower , Coombs , and E . E , Kidder made excel , lettfc speeches , a & tj tUe brethren , thou separated , after passing a wosti