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Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .
THE Quaiterly Conrt of Subscribers and Governors was held on Thursday , in tho Largo Hall , Freemasons ' Tavern , Bro . Henry Smith P . G . D . Deputy Prov . Grand Master Wesfc Yorkshire , Treasurer of tlio Institution , in the chair . There were also present Bros . Frank Richardson , 0 . H . Driver , Captain Homfray , E . M . Money , Peter de
Lande Long , Hedges ( Secretary ) , & c . After Bro . Hedges had read advertisement of meeting , and submitted copies of daily papers and copy of notice pent to Provincial Grand Secretaries , the minutes of Special General Court of 12 th February were read and verified . The summaries of minutes of General
Committees were read for information . Bro . Frank Richardson P . G . D ., in proposing the reelection of Bro . Henry Smith as Treasurer , said he had great pleasure in doing so ; it was quite unnecessary to dilate on hia excellent qualities ; they were well known .
Alderman E . G . Harwood , Chairman of the East Lancashire Charity Committee , seconded the motion , whioh was carried unanimously . The following brethren were elected the General
Committee for the current year : —Broa . E . J . Anning , E . Almack , J . W . Berrie , C . H . W . Biggs , J . J . Corney , Colonel Wolseley Cox , J . French , T . G . C . Gambrill , JL C . Green , J . R . Harnell , H . Nicholls , and C . G . Slawson .
Scrutineers of votes for the election of 19 out of an approved list of 25 candidates for admission to the Institution having been elected , the poll was declared open , and the election was proceeded with . In due course the successful candidates were declared .
The names will be found in our Advertisement columns . The following unsuccessful candidates polled votes , as below : —
UNSUCCESSFUL . Name . Forward . Polled . Total . Turner , Olive Lilian ( last ) 33 365 398 Wilson , Edith Grace 383 383 LeGros , Agnea 300 15 315 Soholea , Mary Beatrice Woodroffo 42 28 70 Carter , Minnie Kate ( last ) 8 58 66 Johnson , Florence ( last ) 23 32
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
I . 'HE Quarterly General Court of the Governors and Subscribers was held in the Large Hall , Freemasons ' Tavern , Great Queen Street , Lincoln ' s Inn Fields , London , yesterday , the 10 th inst ., under the presidency of Brother Richard Eve , Patron , Past Grand Treasurer , when the ordinary business of the Institution was considered .
The Final Report of the Provisional Management Committee , as follows , was received and adopted : —
Although onr proceedings have been from time to time { ally reported , by minntes and reports read at the regnlar meetings of the Quarterly Conrt and General Committee , we think it desirable before closing onr labours , to shortly summarise the progress we have been able to accomplish in the work with whioh we were entrusted , when the administration of the affairs of the Institution was committed to
onr care . It will be within the recollection of the Conrt that the Provisional Management Committee was appointed for the purpose of managing and carrying on the Institntion , and to report from time to time the
mode in which the recommendations of the Committee of Investigation could best be carried into effect . We have endeavoured to carry out in every detail the duty placed upon as , and feel that we can confidently leave to onr successors tbe task of continuing the work of perfecting the Institution .
It will be observed that the whole of the recommendations of the Committee of Investigation have been dealt with , although some not yet as completely as could be desired . Since our appointment an entire alteration in tbe administration of
tbe Institution has taken place , the whole of the staff has been changed , and it will be observed , from the report and balance sheet recently published , that economy in the expenditure connected with the Institution has been effected .
I ( The Head Master has been established as the one head authority at Wood Green , and the entire establishment there has been made subject to him . We hare taken and kept the control of tbe Institution in our own
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
hinds , been in touch with the daily life of the School , and given special personal attention to all matters relating to the Institution . The playground accommodation at , the School has been enlarged , although more requires to be provided , and proper appliances for the health and cleanliness of the boys have been seenred .
The Finance Committee have been thorough in regulating the expenditure of the Institution , and in investigating in the strictest possible manner all the accounts . The accounts have been kept on a new and complete system , laid down by an accountant of experience , and the duties of the Secretary have boon altered and defined .
Having thus brifly dealt with the recommendations of the Invest ! , gation Committee , we may point ont to the Court the further reforms that have been effected . The whole of the main buildings at Wood Green have been thoroughly examined and repaired , and the sanitary arrangements
placed in an effective condition . The Lavatory and Washing accommodation haa been extended and improved , and whilst affording increased facilities for cleanliness , waste of wator has been prevented . The present arrangements
enable every boy to have at least one hot bath a week . Additions have been made to the Fire Appliances , and new escapes and shoots provided and fixed to prevent loss of life in the event of an outbreak of fire .
The dietary and clothing have been altered and improved , and as a result the boys are healthier and happier . A sound system of technical education has been introduced , whieh already promises to bear good and naefal practical results .
The School has now been appointed one of the centres for holding the Cambridge Local Examinations , and also for the Science and Art Department of Sooth Kensington . The result of the Cambridge Local Examination recently held at the School was very satisfactory , out of 25 candidates 23 having been successful .
The course of study has been modernised , and ia gradually being extended , so as to give wider openings for the various tastes and abilities of the boys . A printing press has been established , and all the printing for the School is done there in the hours of recreation .
A School Magazine has been started , printed by the boys , in order to give fnll information of what occurs at the School , to maintain the interest of old boys , and to excite tbe interest of tho subscribers and friends of the Institution .
Many of the boys employ themselves in play time in gardening , engineering , and carpentering , nnder proper supervision . Greater freedom is given to the boys , hence we look forward to the growth of something like public spirit and sense ot responsibility .
The enlargement and use of the field in front of the Institution has provided an excellent cricket and football ground . A series of evening entertainments in winter have been startedquite a new departure—with excellent effects oa the spirits and character of tho boys . There is an nndonbted improvement in the tone of the School .
These and other minor but no less necessary improvements have been effected with rigid economy , and although involving extraordinary expenditure the saving in other departments has enabled the cost per boy to be materially reduced .
Thero is still great need for increased class room accommodation , the desirability of which has been fnlly recognised and oonsidered . The completion of this very essential work has remained in abeyance owing to the want of funds .
One of the most important tasks undertaken by this Committee was the revision of the Laws of the Institution , a work ultimately passed by the General Committee , substantially in the form submitted for their approval . By the broader representation created in the Managing body of tho Institution , it will , doubtless , receive from
both London and the Provinces greater support than heretofore . The Institution is to be congratulated upon the particularly fortunate selection that has been made in the appointment of the principal and other officers of tho establishment . The Head Master more
than fulfils the high promise that his previous career led the Committee to hope for . The Assistant Masters are discharging their duty in a satisfactory and loyal manner . The Matron is efficient and careful in her department .
With regard to the Secretary of the Institution , we especially desire to emphasise the peculiar ability and energy Bro . McLeod has brought to bear in conscientiously discharging the duties of his important office , and to record that we are strongly of opinion that this officer ' s salary should be increased to £ 400 per annum from the
commencement of the year . It will be remembered that at the time of his election it was generally felt that tbe salary then stated was inadequate to allow the Secretary to maintain an equal position with those holding similar appointments .
In conclusion , we earnestly desire to express our cordial appreciation of the manner in which the Craft and the supporters of the Institution havo recognised our work , as well as the ready manner in which they have from time to time given effect to our recommendations .
By order of the Provisional Management Committee . EUSTON , Chairman . FKED . A . PHILBBICK , Vice-chairman RICHABD EVE , Deputy . Cbairman . STANLEY J . ATTENBOROUQH , Wood Green , 20 th March 1891 . Honorary Secretary
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Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .
THE Quaiterly Conrt of Subscribers and Governors was held on Thursday , in tho Largo Hall , Freemasons ' Tavern , Bro . Henry Smith P . G . D . Deputy Prov . Grand Master Wesfc Yorkshire , Treasurer of tlio Institution , in the chair . There were also present Bros . Frank Richardson , 0 . H . Driver , Captain Homfray , E . M . Money , Peter de
Lande Long , Hedges ( Secretary ) , & c . After Bro . Hedges had read advertisement of meeting , and submitted copies of daily papers and copy of notice pent to Provincial Grand Secretaries , the minutes of Special General Court of 12 th February were read and verified . The summaries of minutes of General
Committees were read for information . Bro . Frank Richardson P . G . D ., in proposing the reelection of Bro . Henry Smith as Treasurer , said he had great pleasure in doing so ; it was quite unnecessary to dilate on hia excellent qualities ; they were well known .
Alderman E . G . Harwood , Chairman of the East Lancashire Charity Committee , seconded the motion , whioh was carried unanimously . The following brethren were elected the General
Committee for the current year : —Broa . E . J . Anning , E . Almack , J . W . Berrie , C . H . W . Biggs , J . J . Corney , Colonel Wolseley Cox , J . French , T . G . C . Gambrill , JL C . Green , J . R . Harnell , H . Nicholls , and C . G . Slawson .
Scrutineers of votes for the election of 19 out of an approved list of 25 candidates for admission to the Institution having been elected , the poll was declared open , and the election was proceeded with . In due course the successful candidates were declared .
The names will be found in our Advertisement columns . The following unsuccessful candidates polled votes , as below : —
UNSUCCESSFUL . Name . Forward . Polled . Total . Turner , Olive Lilian ( last ) 33 365 398 Wilson , Edith Grace 383 383 LeGros , Agnea 300 15 315 Soholea , Mary Beatrice Woodroffo 42 28 70 Carter , Minnie Kate ( last ) 8 58 66 Johnson , Florence ( last ) 23 32
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
I . 'HE Quarterly General Court of the Governors and Subscribers was held in the Large Hall , Freemasons ' Tavern , Great Queen Street , Lincoln ' s Inn Fields , London , yesterday , the 10 th inst ., under the presidency of Brother Richard Eve , Patron , Past Grand Treasurer , when the ordinary business of the Institution was considered .
The Final Report of the Provisional Management Committee , as follows , was received and adopted : —
Although onr proceedings have been from time to time { ally reported , by minntes and reports read at the regnlar meetings of the Quarterly Conrt and General Committee , we think it desirable before closing onr labours , to shortly summarise the progress we have been able to accomplish in the work with whioh we were entrusted , when the administration of the affairs of the Institution was committed to
onr care . It will be within the recollection of the Conrt that the Provisional Management Committee was appointed for the purpose of managing and carrying on the Institntion , and to report from time to time the
mode in which the recommendations of the Committee of Investigation could best be carried into effect . We have endeavoured to carry out in every detail the duty placed upon as , and feel that we can confidently leave to onr successors tbe task of continuing the work of perfecting the Institution .
It will be observed that the whole of the recommendations of the Committee of Investigation have been dealt with , although some not yet as completely as could be desired . Since our appointment an entire alteration in tbe administration of
tbe Institution has taken place , the whole of the staff has been changed , and it will be observed , from the report and balance sheet recently published , that economy in the expenditure connected with the Institution has been effected .
I ( The Head Master has been established as the one head authority at Wood Green , and the entire establishment there has been made subject to him . We hare taken and kept the control of tbe Institution in our own
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
hinds , been in touch with the daily life of the School , and given special personal attention to all matters relating to the Institution . The playground accommodation at , the School has been enlarged , although more requires to be provided , and proper appliances for the health and cleanliness of the boys have been seenred .
The Finance Committee have been thorough in regulating the expenditure of the Institution , and in investigating in the strictest possible manner all the accounts . The accounts have been kept on a new and complete system , laid down by an accountant of experience , and the duties of the Secretary have boon altered and defined .
Having thus brifly dealt with the recommendations of the Invest ! , gation Committee , we may point ont to the Court the further reforms that have been effected . The whole of the main buildings at Wood Green have been thoroughly examined and repaired , and the sanitary arrangements
placed in an effective condition . The Lavatory and Washing accommodation haa been extended and improved , and whilst affording increased facilities for cleanliness , waste of wator has been prevented . The present arrangements
enable every boy to have at least one hot bath a week . Additions have been made to the Fire Appliances , and new escapes and shoots provided and fixed to prevent loss of life in the event of an outbreak of fire .
The dietary and clothing have been altered and improved , and as a result the boys are healthier and happier . A sound system of technical education has been introduced , whieh already promises to bear good and naefal practical results .
The School has now been appointed one of the centres for holding the Cambridge Local Examinations , and also for the Science and Art Department of Sooth Kensington . The result of the Cambridge Local Examination recently held at the School was very satisfactory , out of 25 candidates 23 having been successful .
The course of study has been modernised , and ia gradually being extended , so as to give wider openings for the various tastes and abilities of the boys . A printing press has been established , and all the printing for the School is done there in the hours of recreation .
A School Magazine has been started , printed by the boys , in order to give fnll information of what occurs at the School , to maintain the interest of old boys , and to excite tbe interest of tho subscribers and friends of the Institution .
Many of the boys employ themselves in play time in gardening , engineering , and carpentering , nnder proper supervision . Greater freedom is given to the boys , hence we look forward to the growth of something like public spirit and sense ot responsibility .
The enlargement and use of the field in front of the Institution has provided an excellent cricket and football ground . A series of evening entertainments in winter have been startedquite a new departure—with excellent effects oa the spirits and character of tho boys . There is an nndonbted improvement in the tone of the School .
These and other minor but no less necessary improvements have been effected with rigid economy , and although involving extraordinary expenditure the saving in other departments has enabled the cost per boy to be materially reduced .
Thero is still great need for increased class room accommodation , the desirability of which has been fnlly recognised and oonsidered . The completion of this very essential work has remained in abeyance owing to the want of funds .
One of the most important tasks undertaken by this Committee was the revision of the Laws of the Institution , a work ultimately passed by the General Committee , substantially in the form submitted for their approval . By the broader representation created in the Managing body of tho Institution , it will , doubtless , receive from
both London and the Provinces greater support than heretofore . The Institution is to be congratulated upon the particularly fortunate selection that has been made in the appointment of the principal and other officers of tho establishment . The Head Master more
than fulfils the high promise that his previous career led the Committee to hope for . The Assistant Masters are discharging their duty in a satisfactory and loyal manner . The Matron is efficient and careful in her department .
With regard to the Secretary of the Institution , we especially desire to emphasise the peculiar ability and energy Bro . McLeod has brought to bear in conscientiously discharging the duties of his important office , and to record that we are strongly of opinion that this officer ' s salary should be increased to £ 400 per annum from the
commencement of the year . It will be remembered that at the time of his election it was generally felt that tbe salary then stated was inadequate to allow the Secretary to maintain an equal position with those holding similar appointments .
In conclusion , we earnestly desire to express our cordial appreciation of the manner in which the Craft and the supporters of the Institution havo recognised our work , as well as the ready manner in which they have from time to time given effect to our recommendations .
By order of the Provisional Management Committee . EUSTON , Chairman . FKED . A . PHILBBICK , Vice-chairman RICHABD EVE , Deputy . Cbairman . STANLEY J . ATTENBOROUQH , Wood Green , 20 th March 1891 . Honorary Secretary