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faction they could desire from their W . M . He again thanked them , and said he hoped to receive loyal and able support from the Oincers he had had the pleasure of investing that evening . The W . M . proposed the toast of the Initiates , giving them a hearty welcome , ' ihey were that night pleased to see tnree new members , wno he was sure would prove a credit to the Lodge , it was true they had only initiated one gentleman that evening , out on the
occasion of their last meeting they nad initiated two , who had not yet been toasted as newly admitted Brethren , because all festivities were abandoned at the time of the last meeting , in consequence of Uie then recent death of Her . majesty the Queen . Now he had much pleasure in including them in tne toast , which therefore embraced Bro . Walter James Darby , Bro . Thomas Matthews , and Bro . W . H . Chard .
Bro . W . J . Darby said he was most delighted with the reception he had received that day , but he was still more delighted that when he left that room he would be able to say he was a Brother amongst them . He hoped that in time to come he might have the honour of occupying the proud position which the W . M . filled at that moment . Bro . Chard followed on with his thanks . He was much indebted
to them for having made him a member of the Craft , and promised to do his very best to deserve the compliment they had paid him . Bro . Matthews endorsed the observations of the' previous speakers , and was very proud the members had accepted him as a Brother among them . He hoped to prove himself worthy of the confidence reposed in him .
The W . M . now rose and said he had a most important toast to g ive—being that of the Installing Master . The Brethren had seen his working , and must regard it as perfection . Personally he thanked Brother Walker for installing him , and although he felt it quite unnecessary to say more in regard to what he had done he yet had much pleasure in presenting him the Past Master's jewel or the Lodge . He had thoroughly earned it , and he hoped he might live to wear it in health and strength for many years to come .
In reply the I . P . M . said he did not know how to sufficiently thank the Brethren for having given him the handsome jewel he had just received at the hands of the W . M . In one way he was sorry he had to leave the chair , as he had enjoyed himself so much while at the head of the Lodge ; but he was pleased he was giving way to the present W . M ., the Brother with whom he was initiated , and from
whom he had just had the pleasure of receiving the collar and jewel in recognition of the past year ' s work . It was the jewel and collar of his Mother Lodge , and although he had many others he should always specially esteem it , and remember the pleasant days he had spent in the Jt-bury Lodge . Without wearying tnem with longer remarks he sincerely thanked them all .
The ballot was now taken in connection with the Benevolent Association of the Lodge , four shares being thus allotted , the fortunate members being Bros . Harry Morris , G . A . Holditch , L . Abrahams , and W . Mervyn Ward . The toast of the Visitors was next submitted by the W . M ., who was pleased to tender a hearty welcome to die forty-one guests they
had present that evening . Bro . Smith W . M . 177 tendered thanks for the toast , acknowledging his indebtedness to Bro . Davis , at whose invitation he attended . Both he and Brother Davis had the honour of being Preceptors at Lodges of Instruction , regular attendance at which he strongly urged upon the Brethren , particularly those who desired to work up in the Craft .
Bro . Mears P . M . 788 endorsed the remarks of Bro . Smith , particularly in regard to regular attendance at Lodges of Instruction , which he regarded as the foundation on which good and efficient work was built up . Bro . Lake J . W . 87 said the W . M . was an old friend of his and he was delighted to have seen him installed .
Bro . C . E . Wetton P . M . said he was sorry he could not express himself as forcibly as he desired . The working had been impressively rendered in every way , the Installing Master and the different Officers carrying out their duties in a manner he highly admired . It was the first time he had visited the Lodge and he also had to thank Bro . Davis for his invitation . He hoped he might be again so honoured , as he highly appreciated what he had witnessed .
Bro . Roots P . M . 258 9 said he hoped the W . M . would be able to keep his promise and uphold the good reputation of the Lodge , personally he felt sure the W . M . would do all that was expected of him .
Bro . Dr . Welch 2730 felt he could only have been associated with the toast by reason of being connected with a City Company Lodge . There were only two such—the Salters and the Cutlers , of the latter of which he was a member . Although the Cutlers Lodge was but three years old it was intimatel y associated with the Company ,
which- dated back to the time of Edward III . Most bodies lost existence when deprived of their head , but a Masonic Lodge increased from its tail , and so always provided a body , from which a head could be taken . Thus they had that night lost one head and welcomed a new one .
The W . M . in complimentary terms proposed the toast of the Past Masters , the Treasurer , and the Secretary . Bro . Davey was pleased he was one of the Past Masters of the Lodge . He had another P . M . on his left , and both of them were Past Masters twelve yelars ago . He hoped that for the next twelve years they would all be there and continue to do everything that was required- of them .
The Secretary said he had been associated with the Lodge for nearly a quarter of a century , and he had the same interest now as he had years ago . He thanked the Brethren for his position in the Lodge , which he had held for twelve years , during which time he was pleased to say the Ebury Lodge had continued a career of prosperity . The Treasurer had had to leave early that evening and so it devolved upon him to repl y on his behalf also . It was no easy
Meetings Next Week.
task to hold the position of Treasurer or Secretary , but as he knew their services in the Ebury Lodge were fully appreciated be and his Brother Treasurer were well rewarded for anything they did . The I . P . M . desired the W . M . to allow him to give the next toast . He was prevented last meeting , in consequence of the death of her late Majesty , properly thanking the Officers of the Lodge for the very excellent assistance they had rendered him during his year
of Office . There was nothing more likely to upset a Master than bad Officers , but from the lowest to the highest they had all given him the greatest satisfaction , and he sincerely thanked them for it . He hoped the Brethren would join him in heartily drinking to the health of the Officers of the Lodge , which was done , and the toast was duly acknowledged . The Tyler ' s toast concluded the proceedings .
Among those who contributed to the harmony of the evening were Bros . Lindley Darby , W . Nelson sen ., Wilson James , W . H . and Mrs . Berry , Stuart Walker , H . Fincham P . M . Secretary , Wilfred Stracey , and others . During the evening a flash light photo was taken by Messrs . Fradelle and Young , of Regent Street , W .
Chaucer Lodge , No . 1540 . THE regular meeting of this Lodge took place on Monday , 25 th ult ., at the St . James ' s Restaurant , and was well attended , there being present among others Bros . W . Miles W . M ., J . Genese I . P . M ., A . J . Barclay S . W ., A . Sarjeant J . W ., Rev . S . J . Roco Chaplain , A . J . Bailey P . M . Treas ., L . Weil P . M . Sec , S .
Russell S . D ., E . H . Parry J . D ., W . Cooper I . G ., G . W . Cooper Org ., W . E . Geddes Steward , C . Graham P . M ., W . Klingenstein P . M ., V . Cahn P . M ., E . S . Cook , H . Passmore , H . V . Purvis , E . Oppenheimer , J . D . Behr , S . Wimmel , E . Simon , H . W . Janisch , J . R . Woodley , J . G . DaCosta , F . A . Rayner 1194 , W . G . Evans 1732 , and F . Tennant Pain P . M . 2472 .
The Lodge being opened , and the minutes road and confirmed , Entered Apprentices Bros . Janisch , Woodley and Da Costa answered the questions and were entrusted . The'Lodge was opened in the second degree , and the W . M . performed the ceremony of passing . The Lodge was closed in the second degree , and the W . M . told the Brethren he would ask the Secretary to enter the following on
the minutes : — "The W . M ., with the chief Officers and several Past Masters , attended the especial Grand Lodge at the Queen's Hall , on Friday , 15 th February , where a loyal and dutiful address was unanimously accorded to His Majesty the King , tendering the respectful sympathy of the Craft , on the death of Her late Majesty Queen Victoria , and further offering the respectful and Fraternal
congratulations of the Fraternity to his Majesty on his accession to the Throne . Further , that the King had resigned his Office as Grand Master , and had informed Grand . Lodge that he would in future be known as the Protector of the Craft . And further , that H . R . H . the Duke of Connaught had been nominated as Grand Master . "
The Lodge was closed , and after the Brethren had dined and grace had been pronounced by the Chaplain of the Lodge , the W . M . rose to give the toast of the King and the Craft . It was the first time in the history of the Lodge that this toast had been given , and he felt sure they all hoped that His Majesty's reign
would be a glorious one ; that he would become as illustrious as his honoured and lamented Sovereign Mother ; that England and the Craft would prosper under his rule , as much as , aye , even more than they had prospered under the late and much regretted Queen and Empress .
Bro . Cooper sang the national anthem , and the Brethren assisted most heartily and loyally . The usual toasts followed , and were interspersed with music , solos , recitations , and humorous songs , contributed by Bros . E . Simon , Graham , Passmore , Genese , F . A . Rayner , and G . W . Cooper Organist , who directed the entertainment .
In proposing the toast of the W . M . the I . P . M . said they had a Master who was a credit to their Lodge and to Masonry . The ceremonies they had just heard had never been more impressively performed . Bro . Miles , in responding , thanked the Brethren for their plaudits , and pointed out that the Officers' excellent work , such as they had all seen , had materially assisted him .
Skelmersdale Lodge , No . 1658 . LADIES BANQUET , CONCERT , AND BALL .. ANOTHER of the exceptionally successful functions which members of the Craft seem to vie with each other in promoting took place at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell , on the 25 th ult ., under the auspices of the Skelmersdale Lodge . Bro . R . Gabell Worshipful Master very wisely postponed all Masonic working for the occasion , so as to be able to devote his full
attention to the numerous guests who assembled , and who created a bright and pleasant scene ; the dresses of the Ladies being magnificent , and everything passing off most pleasantly . Bro . Gabell has not alone shown his ability in the Lodge as its ruler , but on this occasion proved himself equally at home in the reception room
where he welcomed the company in a cordial and Fraternal manner , giving early promise that a most pleasant evening was in store . After brief introductions an adjournment was made to the banqueting room , where the tables were found to 'be elegantly decorated . The dinner was all that could be desired , and reflected great credit on .
Bro . Tennant Pain responded for the visitors , and added a further eulogy to the excellent and solemn working he had " seen of the second degree . The Tyler's toast concluded a very happy and successful gathering . * * *
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Meetings Next Week.
faction they could desire from their W . M . He again thanked them , and said he hoped to receive loyal and able support from the Oincers he had had the pleasure of investing that evening . The W . M . proposed the toast of the Initiates , giving them a hearty welcome , ' ihey were that night pleased to see tnree new members , wno he was sure would prove a credit to the Lodge , it was true they had only initiated one gentleman that evening , out on the
occasion of their last meeting they nad initiated two , who had not yet been toasted as newly admitted Brethren , because all festivities were abandoned at the time of the last meeting , in consequence of Uie then recent death of Her . majesty the Queen . Now he had much pleasure in including them in tne toast , which therefore embraced Bro . Walter James Darby , Bro . Thomas Matthews , and Bro . W . H . Chard .
Bro . W . J . Darby said he was most delighted with the reception he had received that day , but he was still more delighted that when he left that room he would be able to say he was a Brother amongst them . He hoped that in time to come he might have the honour of occupying the proud position which the W . M . filled at that moment . Bro . Chard followed on with his thanks . He was much indebted
to them for having made him a member of the Craft , and promised to do his very best to deserve the compliment they had paid him . Bro . Matthews endorsed the observations of the' previous speakers , and was very proud the members had accepted him as a Brother among them . He hoped to prove himself worthy of the confidence reposed in him .
The W . M . now rose and said he had a most important toast to g ive—being that of the Installing Master . The Brethren had seen his working , and must regard it as perfection . Personally he thanked Brother Walker for installing him , and although he felt it quite unnecessary to say more in regard to what he had done he yet had much pleasure in presenting him the Past Master's jewel or the Lodge . He had thoroughly earned it , and he hoped he might live to wear it in health and strength for many years to come .
In reply the I . P . M . said he did not know how to sufficiently thank the Brethren for having given him the handsome jewel he had just received at the hands of the W . M . In one way he was sorry he had to leave the chair , as he had enjoyed himself so much while at the head of the Lodge ; but he was pleased he was giving way to the present W . M ., the Brother with whom he was initiated , and from
whom he had just had the pleasure of receiving the collar and jewel in recognition of the past year ' s work . It was the jewel and collar of his Mother Lodge , and although he had many others he should always specially esteem it , and remember the pleasant days he had spent in the Jt-bury Lodge . Without wearying tnem with longer remarks he sincerely thanked them all .
The ballot was now taken in connection with the Benevolent Association of the Lodge , four shares being thus allotted , the fortunate members being Bros . Harry Morris , G . A . Holditch , L . Abrahams , and W . Mervyn Ward . The toast of the Visitors was next submitted by the W . M ., who was pleased to tender a hearty welcome to die forty-one guests they
had present that evening . Bro . Smith W . M . 177 tendered thanks for the toast , acknowledging his indebtedness to Bro . Davis , at whose invitation he attended . Both he and Brother Davis had the honour of being Preceptors at Lodges of Instruction , regular attendance at which he strongly urged upon the Brethren , particularly those who desired to work up in the Craft .
Bro . Mears P . M . 788 endorsed the remarks of Bro . Smith , particularly in regard to regular attendance at Lodges of Instruction , which he regarded as the foundation on which good and efficient work was built up . Bro . Lake J . W . 87 said the W . M . was an old friend of his and he was delighted to have seen him installed .
Bro . C . E . Wetton P . M . said he was sorry he could not express himself as forcibly as he desired . The working had been impressively rendered in every way , the Installing Master and the different Officers carrying out their duties in a manner he highly admired . It was the first time he had visited the Lodge and he also had to thank Bro . Davis for his invitation . He hoped he might be again so honoured , as he highly appreciated what he had witnessed .
Bro . Roots P . M . 258 9 said he hoped the W . M . would be able to keep his promise and uphold the good reputation of the Lodge , personally he felt sure the W . M . would do all that was expected of him .
Bro . Dr . Welch 2730 felt he could only have been associated with the toast by reason of being connected with a City Company Lodge . There were only two such—the Salters and the Cutlers , of the latter of which he was a member . Although the Cutlers Lodge was but three years old it was intimatel y associated with the Company ,
which- dated back to the time of Edward III . Most bodies lost existence when deprived of their head , but a Masonic Lodge increased from its tail , and so always provided a body , from which a head could be taken . Thus they had that night lost one head and welcomed a new one .
The W . M . in complimentary terms proposed the toast of the Past Masters , the Treasurer , and the Secretary . Bro . Davey was pleased he was one of the Past Masters of the Lodge . He had another P . M . on his left , and both of them were Past Masters twelve yelars ago . He hoped that for the next twelve years they would all be there and continue to do everything that was required- of them .
The Secretary said he had been associated with the Lodge for nearly a quarter of a century , and he had the same interest now as he had years ago . He thanked the Brethren for his position in the Lodge , which he had held for twelve years , during which time he was pleased to say the Ebury Lodge had continued a career of prosperity . The Treasurer had had to leave early that evening and so it devolved upon him to repl y on his behalf also . It was no easy
Meetings Next Week.
task to hold the position of Treasurer or Secretary , but as he knew their services in the Ebury Lodge were fully appreciated be and his Brother Treasurer were well rewarded for anything they did . The I . P . M . desired the W . M . to allow him to give the next toast . He was prevented last meeting , in consequence of the death of her late Majesty , properly thanking the Officers of the Lodge for the very excellent assistance they had rendered him during his year
of Office . There was nothing more likely to upset a Master than bad Officers , but from the lowest to the highest they had all given him the greatest satisfaction , and he sincerely thanked them for it . He hoped the Brethren would join him in heartily drinking to the health of the Officers of the Lodge , which was done , and the toast was duly acknowledged . The Tyler ' s toast concluded the proceedings .
Among those who contributed to the harmony of the evening were Bros . Lindley Darby , W . Nelson sen ., Wilson James , W . H . and Mrs . Berry , Stuart Walker , H . Fincham P . M . Secretary , Wilfred Stracey , and others . During the evening a flash light photo was taken by Messrs . Fradelle and Young , of Regent Street , W .
Chaucer Lodge , No . 1540 . THE regular meeting of this Lodge took place on Monday , 25 th ult ., at the St . James ' s Restaurant , and was well attended , there being present among others Bros . W . Miles W . M ., J . Genese I . P . M ., A . J . Barclay S . W ., A . Sarjeant J . W ., Rev . S . J . Roco Chaplain , A . J . Bailey P . M . Treas ., L . Weil P . M . Sec , S .
Russell S . D ., E . H . Parry J . D ., W . Cooper I . G ., G . W . Cooper Org ., W . E . Geddes Steward , C . Graham P . M ., W . Klingenstein P . M ., V . Cahn P . M ., E . S . Cook , H . Passmore , H . V . Purvis , E . Oppenheimer , J . D . Behr , S . Wimmel , E . Simon , H . W . Janisch , J . R . Woodley , J . G . DaCosta , F . A . Rayner 1194 , W . G . Evans 1732 , and F . Tennant Pain P . M . 2472 .
The Lodge being opened , and the minutes road and confirmed , Entered Apprentices Bros . Janisch , Woodley and Da Costa answered the questions and were entrusted . The'Lodge was opened in the second degree , and the W . M . performed the ceremony of passing . The Lodge was closed in the second degree , and the W . M . told the Brethren he would ask the Secretary to enter the following on
the minutes : — "The W . M ., with the chief Officers and several Past Masters , attended the especial Grand Lodge at the Queen's Hall , on Friday , 15 th February , where a loyal and dutiful address was unanimously accorded to His Majesty the King , tendering the respectful sympathy of the Craft , on the death of Her late Majesty Queen Victoria , and further offering the respectful and Fraternal
congratulations of the Fraternity to his Majesty on his accession to the Throne . Further , that the King had resigned his Office as Grand Master , and had informed Grand . Lodge that he would in future be known as the Protector of the Craft . And further , that H . R . H . the Duke of Connaught had been nominated as Grand Master . "
The Lodge was closed , and after the Brethren had dined and grace had been pronounced by the Chaplain of the Lodge , the W . M . rose to give the toast of the King and the Craft . It was the first time in the history of the Lodge that this toast had been given , and he felt sure they all hoped that His Majesty's reign
would be a glorious one ; that he would become as illustrious as his honoured and lamented Sovereign Mother ; that England and the Craft would prosper under his rule , as much as , aye , even more than they had prospered under the late and much regretted Queen and Empress .
Bro . Cooper sang the national anthem , and the Brethren assisted most heartily and loyally . The usual toasts followed , and were interspersed with music , solos , recitations , and humorous songs , contributed by Bros . E . Simon , Graham , Passmore , Genese , F . A . Rayner , and G . W . Cooper Organist , who directed the entertainment .
In proposing the toast of the W . M . the I . P . M . said they had a Master who was a credit to their Lodge and to Masonry . The ceremonies they had just heard had never been more impressively performed . Bro . Miles , in responding , thanked the Brethren for their plaudits , and pointed out that the Officers' excellent work , such as they had all seen , had materially assisted him .
Skelmersdale Lodge , No . 1658 . LADIES BANQUET , CONCERT , AND BALL .. ANOTHER of the exceptionally successful functions which members of the Craft seem to vie with each other in promoting took place at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell , on the 25 th ult ., under the auspices of the Skelmersdale Lodge . Bro . R . Gabell Worshipful Master very wisely postponed all Masonic working for the occasion , so as to be able to devote his full
attention to the numerous guests who assembled , and who created a bright and pleasant scene ; the dresses of the Ladies being magnificent , and everything passing off most pleasantly . Bro . Gabell has not alone shown his ability in the Lodge as its ruler , but on this occasion proved himself equally at home in the reception room
where he welcomed the company in a cordial and Fraternal manner , giving early promise that a most pleasant evening was in store . After brief introductions an adjournment was made to the banqueting room , where the tables were found to 'be elegantly decorated . The dinner was all that could be desired , and reflected great credit on .
Bro . Tennant Pain responded for the visitors , and added a further eulogy to the excellent and solemn working he had " seen of the second degree . The Tyler's toast concluded a very happy and successful gathering . * * *