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Griggs , Giraud and the Secretary , Bro . Jackson . Ho complimented and thanked them all for their services , and coupled with tho toast the name of Bro . Bathurst the Father of the Lodgo ; each of theso brethren responded in a suitable manner ; Bro . Giraud making some eulogistic remarks ou the successful efforts mado by Bro . Bathorst to resuscitate the Lodgo some 3 'ears back . Bro . Griggs then proposed the
Installing Master , remarking what a pleasnro it was for every one th . t day to seo their lato master go through tho installation ceremony so 2 ierfectly . Bro . Penton in response said , ho had laboured hard to do what ho had done , and it was pleasing for him to hear that his efforts had been so successful . Iu proposing the Wardens , tho W . M . mado especial mention of the working of Bro . Whiting , who always
entered upon his duties with a true Masonic spirit , and he was proud of having such a Senior Warden . Bros . Whiting and Drake suitably responded . Tho Junior Officers , was tho next toast , and Bro . Ponton called upon Bro . Dean to acknowledge tho samo . Bro . Acworth said ho had the pleasure of proposinga toast , which lie felt suro would bo heartily received by tho brethren , inasmuch as it was ono that
alluded to their worthy host , Bro . Hogben . Ho had catered for them in such a manner as to leave hardly any room for improvement ; and he ( Bro . Acworth ) was suro the brethren would be glad of tho opportunity of showing their appreciation of Bro . Hogben's efforts . This brother then responded in felicitous terms , remarking what a pleasure
it always was for him to do anything to make the brethren happy and comfortable . The Tyler ' s toast was then given , and this closed tho toast list . During the evening Bro . A . Aubrey presided in a very excellent manner at tho pianoforte , he also introduced a Mr . Hunter , who sang somo capital songs , which it is needless to say added greatly to the enjoyment of the guests .
Samson Lodge , TTo . 1668 . —Twelve months ago this Lodgo was ushered into existence , with no wonderful amount of eclat , but with unostentatious quietness . The great ones of the Order had no share in the advent , and thero was but the slightest sprinkling of purple , crimson , and elegant decorations which are usually a conspicuous feature upon similar occasions . Bat the men who had
taken upon themselves the responsibility of Founders , needed no adventitious aid to promote the determination to rear the bantling , and the first anniversary , which occurred on Tnesday , the 7 th inst ., proved the care with which the process has been conducted . The youngling manifests undoubted vitality and vigour , and there were indications of future health and robust constitution . At the ap .
pointed hour the brethren assembled afc Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen . streefc , and Bro . M . D . Loewenstark , the originator of the Lodge and its first W . M ., ascended the chair . There were a number of items on the agenda , but the following only received attention : — Bro . G . J . Wainwright , of the Perfect Ashlar , No . 1178 , z-eceived the degree of a Master Master ; Bro . Lark was passed to the second
degree ; Mr . Alfred Edward Parker was initiated . Bro . J . D . Barnett S . W . and P . M . of 185 having been duly elected W . M . at the previous meeting , was then presented and inducted by Bro . Loewenstark in a manner which , to judge by the applause at the end of tho addresses , must have given entire satisfaction . Bro . Barnett , with brief but appropriate words , next invested his Officers , ae follow : —
Bros . W . H . G . Eudderforth S . W ., Barron Barnett J . W . and Sec , A . D . Loewenstark P . M . Treas ., W . T . Lover P . M . S . D ., Wasserberg J . D ., Aarons I . G ., G . Bilby P . M . Org ., Quincey W . S ., Elkan D . C , Eogers Tyler . A Life Governorship Association has already been established in connection with this Lodge . Two ballots were taken , the successful drawers being Bro . Aarons and his wife , who each
possess a share . The W . M . then roso and said : A most pleasant duty devolved npon him , and that was to place upon the breast of tho retiring AV . M . and founder of the Lodge a handsome gold P . M . ' s jewel , unanimously voted in recognition of his important services , and that duty was made doubly pleasant by the fact of Bro . Loewenstark being so fully entitled to the esteem of every one of the brethren ,
who thereby wish to convey their feelings of appreciation of his uniform kindness aud courtesy , and all the qualities calculated to make a Master popular in his Lodge . Bro . Loewenstark expressed his sincere thanks , and briefly referred to his work in the formation of the Lodge , which , he having fully mado up his mind to start , never rested from until success was attained . Tho Lodge having been closed ,
the brethren proceeded to the Holborn Eestaurant to partake of a banquet , provided under tho kind and courteous superintendence of Bro . Hamp , and the guardianship of a member of the ancient race , whose duty consisted in seeing that the viands were prepared in conformity with the principles and usages deemed essential among the votaries of the Mosaic faith . Grace having been said , the toasts were
proceeded with . Tho name of Her Majesty was received with customary loyal enthusiam , Bro . Brighten singing the National Anthem . Every face brightened , and every heart joined in the wish for tho health of H . E . H . the Prince of Wales M . W . G . M . Tho Pro G . M . Lord Carnarvon , the Deputy Lord Skelmersdale , came in for their share of expressions of good will , and the rest of the Grand Officers Past aud
Present were nofc forgotten . In proposing the health of tho Initiate , the W . M . observed that it was desirable to add strength to the Samson Lodge , by increasing the number of members , but care must bo taken whom they admitted . Personally ho knew nothing of Bro . Parker , but ho had been recommended by Bro . Quincey , aud from what he had observed of his conduct during his initiation ,
there was no doubt their brother would be all that could be desired in a useful member of the Craft . The Initiate briefly thanked the brethren for permitting him to become ono of their number . The I . P . M . submitted the name of the W . M . Lie was sure the prestige of the Lodge would bo vastly increased by having such a Master to guide its affairs , and that tho brethren would never regret having
elected him to the position . He would ask all to be upstanding , and drink the health of the W . M ., and salute him heartily , with vigorous Masonic fire . Tho W . M ., in response , said the toast had been given in such flattering terms , and received with so much heartiness , that he could find no words that would sufficiently express his feelings of gratitude . They might be sure of his exertions for the benefit of the
Installation Meetings, &C.
Samson Lodge . But a W . M . can do but comparatively littlo without tho assistance of tho brethren , and as far as work is concerned without tho assistance of his officers . He trusted that at the end of his year of office he might still bo worthy of the samo amount of good feeling which was now exhibited towards him , and ho would do all in his power to deserve it . Ho would now propose tho health of tho
\ isitors . Tho Samson was as yet only a small Lodge , but ho was suro that not in the largest and most influential Lodgo conld thoy bo more heartily and sincerely welcomed . Bro . Gulliford , W . M . Montefiore , who was called upon to respond , expressed thanks on behalf of tho Visitors . Twelve months ago , at the consecration of tho Lodgo , when ho was permitted to be present , ho expressed a wish , which
tho balance-sheet of to-night showed they had followed , namely , that tho Samson might not be ensnared by the blandishments of Delilah , and enter upon a course of lavish expenditure . Ho was about engaging in tho formation of a new Lodge , and meant to act upon similar principles of economy . After somo general remarks , Bro . Gulliford concluded by saying he would bo wanting in his duties
wero he to fail to express most hearty and sincere thanks for the manner in which the names of the visitors wero proposed and received . Bro . David Posener P . M ., and W . M . of tho Tranquillity Lodgo No . 185 , who was loudly called for , observed that in tho Samson Lodgo his feelings wero not thoso of a visitor . Being surrounded by so many personal friends , ho felt as one who had a
right to bo among them . He had followed tho W . M . in the various offices in Tranquillity Lodge , and tho samo was tho case between them in the Eoyal Arch . Having been present at tho consecration , ho was pleased at tho progress tho Lodgo had made . Ho would bog to be allowed heartily and sincerely to thank them for their courtesy and hospitality . The W . M . then gavo the toast of tho P . M . ' s . At
present there were bnt two , tho one honorary , occupying tho post of Treasurer , and the other the first of the Lodge , who has shown himself in such bright colours during his year of office , and who has jusfc reason to be proud of his position ; for whoever may occupy the Master ' s chair , Bro . Loewenstark was now , and must henceforward , be regarded as the head of the Lodge . The I . P . M ., replying , said it was
exceedingly gratifying to him to be the first Past Master , and though a young man , to bo called tho Father of tho Lodge . He would never have been ablo to carry out his duties with anything like satisfaction wero it nofc for the efficient support of the officers . He thought the Lodge had been able to give a tolerably good account of itself afc the end of its first year of existence .
They had , among other things , established a Benevolent Fund , towards which a small subscription is demanded frem the members , so that should any crushing misfortune arrive assistance might bo extended to them , nofc as a matter of humiliation and charity , but as a matter of right , and so that the outside world need know nothing about a recipient's poverty and distress . In proposing tho health of tho
Officers , the W . M . took occasion to point ont the distinguished Masonio attainments of Bro . Eudderforth , the newly appointed S . W ., whom ho designated an ornament of the Craft , and as ono who not only was an excellent worker himself , bat possessed the capability to impart instruction to others . As regards Bro . B . D . Barnett , tho J . W ., who performed at the same time the duties of Secretary , they
were well aware of his sterling qualities , and the satisfactory way in which everything he undertook was done . Tho minor offices wero occupied by young brethren , and Bro . Aarons I . G ., though not twelve months a Mason , was able to perform not only the duties of his office , but those of a higher position , were ifc necessary to call upon him for such a purpose . Bro . Eudderforth briefly replied on behalf of the
Officers ; he was sure every ono of them was desirous to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor . Tho Tyler ' s toast next followed . During the bnsiness of the Lodge , Bro . Geo . Bilby P . M . presided at the harmonium , and in tho banquet room Bro . J . D . Barnett W . M . accompanied upon tho piano . The brethren , who distinguished
themselves by their vocal powers were Brighten , Eosenstein , Cohen , Elkan , Eudderforth , Magee , & c . The Visitors wero Bros . 0 . Willard 1319 , G . J . Wainwright 1178 , J . J . Bell S . D . 1178 , J . Stock J . W . 1178 , J . Gamack W . M . 1178 , John Miller W . M . 188 , P . Magee S . W . 518 , S . Botibol 188 , W . II . GnlHford W . M . 1017 , David Posoner W . M . 185 , Eev . Victor Eosenstein , Memphis 17 , E . Gottheil P . M . 185 , & c .
Grosvenor Chapter , No . 721 . —A meeting was held on Tuesday , 30 th April , at the Masonic Eooms , Eastgate-row , N . Chester . Present—Comps . James Salmon P . G . J . M . E . Z ., W . Johnson H ., John Dennis J ., T . E . Nabb S . E ., Thomas Coxhead S . N ., W . Hughes P . S ., John Humphreys Org ., David Baynes Janitor . Past M . E . Z . ' s and Comps . John McEvoy P . Z ., David Thomas P . Z ., J . C . Eobinson P . Z .
42 o , J . J . Cunnah , Algernon Potts , E . C . Edwards , G . T . Holland , W . Matthews P . G . A . D . C ., C . K . Benson , David Williams , & c . Visitors — Comps . Charles Dutton P . P . G . H ., J . P . Piatt P . P . G . J ., P . Z . 537 , W . Fair P . Z . 311 , Donald Fraser Z . 005 , J . E . Williams H . 425 , John McHattie J . 425 , T . M . Lockwood S . E . 423 , and W . Oldrieve . Tho minntes of the last meeting having been read
and confirmed , and tho annual statement of accounts ( which showed the Chapter to be in a very good financial position ) having been approved and passed , tho M . E . Z . conferred tho beuefit of exaltation upon Bro . Francis Bobbins 721 , and invested him as a Comp . of the Order . Thou followed the installation of tho Principals , and investiture of the Officers for the ensuing year , viz .: —W . Johnson
M . E . Z ., John Dennis II ., J . J . Cunnah J ., T . E . Nabb S . E ., Algernon Potts S . N ., R . C . Edwards P . S . ( his assistants being Comps . Benson nnd Bobbins ) , John Dennis Treas ., John Humphreys Org ., and David Hiynes Janitor . The ceremony was performed by E . Comp . David T > omas P . Z ., who could not help expressing the satisfaction ifc afforded him of installing as the three Principals of the Chapter three
Companions who , when he occupied the chair of 721 , were then tho two Wardens and the Senior Deacon of the Lodge under his rule . The bnsiness of the evening being over , tho Chapter was closed in ancient form and adjourned , and tho Companions proceeded to refreshment . Afterwards the usual Loyal and Eoyal Arch toasts wero given , and most heartily responded , to .
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Installation Meetings, &C.
Griggs , Giraud and the Secretary , Bro . Jackson . Ho complimented and thanked them all for their services , and coupled with tho toast the name of Bro . Bathurst the Father of the Lodgo ; each of theso brethren responded in a suitable manner ; Bro . Giraud making some eulogistic remarks ou the successful efforts mado by Bro . Bathorst to resuscitate the Lodgo some 3 'ears back . Bro . Griggs then proposed the
Installing Master , remarking what a pleasnro it was for every one th . t day to seo their lato master go through tho installation ceremony so 2 ierfectly . Bro . Penton in response said , ho had laboured hard to do what ho had done , and it was pleasing for him to hear that his efforts had been so successful . Iu proposing the Wardens , tho W . M . mado especial mention of the working of Bro . Whiting , who always
entered upon his duties with a true Masonic spirit , and he was proud of having such a Senior Warden . Bros . Whiting and Drake suitably responded . Tho Junior Officers , was tho next toast , and Bro . Ponton called upon Bro . Dean to acknowledge tho samo . Bro . Acworth said ho had the pleasure of proposinga toast , which lie felt suro would bo heartily received by tho brethren , inasmuch as it was ono that
alluded to their worthy host , Bro . Hogben . Ho had catered for them in such a manner as to leave hardly any room for improvement ; and he ( Bro . Acworth ) was suro the brethren would be glad of tho opportunity of showing their appreciation of Bro . Hogben's efforts . This brother then responded in felicitous terms , remarking what a pleasure
it always was for him to do anything to make the brethren happy and comfortable . The Tyler ' s toast was then given , and this closed tho toast list . During the evening Bro . A . Aubrey presided in a very excellent manner at tho pianoforte , he also introduced a Mr . Hunter , who sang somo capital songs , which it is needless to say added greatly to the enjoyment of the guests .
Samson Lodge , TTo . 1668 . —Twelve months ago this Lodgo was ushered into existence , with no wonderful amount of eclat , but with unostentatious quietness . The great ones of the Order had no share in the advent , and thero was but the slightest sprinkling of purple , crimson , and elegant decorations which are usually a conspicuous feature upon similar occasions . Bat the men who had
taken upon themselves the responsibility of Founders , needed no adventitious aid to promote the determination to rear the bantling , and the first anniversary , which occurred on Tnesday , the 7 th inst ., proved the care with which the process has been conducted . The youngling manifests undoubted vitality and vigour , and there were indications of future health and robust constitution . At the ap .
pointed hour the brethren assembled afc Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen . streefc , and Bro . M . D . Loewenstark , the originator of the Lodge and its first W . M ., ascended the chair . There were a number of items on the agenda , but the following only received attention : — Bro . G . J . Wainwright , of the Perfect Ashlar , No . 1178 , z-eceived the degree of a Master Master ; Bro . Lark was passed to the second
degree ; Mr . Alfred Edward Parker was initiated . Bro . J . D . Barnett S . W . and P . M . of 185 having been duly elected W . M . at the previous meeting , was then presented and inducted by Bro . Loewenstark in a manner which , to judge by the applause at the end of tho addresses , must have given entire satisfaction . Bro . Barnett , with brief but appropriate words , next invested his Officers , ae follow : —
Bros . W . H . G . Eudderforth S . W ., Barron Barnett J . W . and Sec , A . D . Loewenstark P . M . Treas ., W . T . Lover P . M . S . D ., Wasserberg J . D ., Aarons I . G ., G . Bilby P . M . Org ., Quincey W . S ., Elkan D . C , Eogers Tyler . A Life Governorship Association has already been established in connection with this Lodge . Two ballots were taken , the successful drawers being Bro . Aarons and his wife , who each
possess a share . The W . M . then roso and said : A most pleasant duty devolved npon him , and that was to place upon the breast of tho retiring AV . M . and founder of the Lodge a handsome gold P . M . ' s jewel , unanimously voted in recognition of his important services , and that duty was made doubly pleasant by the fact of Bro . Loewenstark being so fully entitled to the esteem of every one of the brethren ,
who thereby wish to convey their feelings of appreciation of his uniform kindness aud courtesy , and all the qualities calculated to make a Master popular in his Lodge . Bro . Loewenstark expressed his sincere thanks , and briefly referred to his work in the formation of the Lodge , which , he having fully mado up his mind to start , never rested from until success was attained . Tho Lodge having been closed ,
the brethren proceeded to the Holborn Eestaurant to partake of a banquet , provided under tho kind and courteous superintendence of Bro . Hamp , and the guardianship of a member of the ancient race , whose duty consisted in seeing that the viands were prepared in conformity with the principles and usages deemed essential among the votaries of the Mosaic faith . Grace having been said , the toasts were
proceeded with . Tho name of Her Majesty was received with customary loyal enthusiam , Bro . Brighten singing the National Anthem . Every face brightened , and every heart joined in the wish for tho health of H . E . H . the Prince of Wales M . W . G . M . Tho Pro G . M . Lord Carnarvon , the Deputy Lord Skelmersdale , came in for their share of expressions of good will , and the rest of the Grand Officers Past aud
Present were nofc forgotten . In proposing the health of tho Initiate , the W . M . observed that it was desirable to add strength to the Samson Lodge , by increasing the number of members , but care must bo taken whom they admitted . Personally ho knew nothing of Bro . Parker , but ho had been recommended by Bro . Quincey , aud from what he had observed of his conduct during his initiation ,
there was no doubt their brother would be all that could be desired in a useful member of the Craft . The Initiate briefly thanked the brethren for permitting him to become ono of their number . The I . P . M . submitted the name of the W . M . Lie was sure the prestige of the Lodge would bo vastly increased by having such a Master to guide its affairs , and that tho brethren would never regret having
elected him to the position . He would ask all to be upstanding , and drink the health of the W . M ., and salute him heartily , with vigorous Masonic fire . Tho W . M ., in response , said the toast had been given in such flattering terms , and received with so much heartiness , that he could find no words that would sufficiently express his feelings of gratitude . They might be sure of his exertions for the benefit of the
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Samson Lodge . But a W . M . can do but comparatively littlo without tho assistance of tho brethren , and as far as work is concerned without tho assistance of his officers . He trusted that at the end of his year of office he might still bo worthy of the samo amount of good feeling which was now exhibited towards him , and ho would do all in his power to deserve it . Ho would now propose tho health of tho
\ isitors . Tho Samson was as yet only a small Lodge , but ho was suro that not in the largest and most influential Lodgo conld thoy bo more heartily and sincerely welcomed . Bro . Gulliford , W . M . Montefiore , who was called upon to respond , expressed thanks on behalf of tho Visitors . Twelve months ago , at the consecration of tho Lodgo , when ho was permitted to be present , ho expressed a wish , which
tho balance-sheet of to-night showed they had followed , namely , that tho Samson might not be ensnared by the blandishments of Delilah , and enter upon a course of lavish expenditure . Ho was about engaging in tho formation of a new Lodge , and meant to act upon similar principles of economy . After somo general remarks , Bro . Gulliford concluded by saying he would bo wanting in his duties
wero he to fail to express most hearty and sincere thanks for the manner in which the names of the visitors wero proposed and received . Bro . David Posener P . M ., and W . M . of tho Tranquillity Lodgo No . 185 , who was loudly called for , observed that in tho Samson Lodgo his feelings wero not thoso of a visitor . Being surrounded by so many personal friends , ho felt as one who had a
right to bo among them . He had followed tho W . M . in the various offices in Tranquillity Lodge , and tho samo was tho case between them in the Eoyal Arch . Having been present at tho consecration , ho was pleased at tho progress tho Lodgo had made . Ho would bog to be allowed heartily and sincerely to thank them for their courtesy and hospitality . The W . M . then gavo the toast of tho P . M . ' s . At
present there were bnt two , tho one honorary , occupying tho post of Treasurer , and the other the first of the Lodge , who has shown himself in such bright colours during his year of office , and who has jusfc reason to be proud of his position ; for whoever may occupy the Master ' s chair , Bro . Loewenstark was now , and must henceforward , be regarded as the head of the Lodge . The I . P . M ., replying , said it was
exceedingly gratifying to him to be the first Past Master , and though a young man , to bo called tho Father of tho Lodge . He would never have been ablo to carry out his duties with anything like satisfaction wero it nofc for the efficient support of the officers . He thought the Lodge had been able to give a tolerably good account of itself afc the end of its first year of existence .
They had , among other things , established a Benevolent Fund , towards which a small subscription is demanded frem the members , so that should any crushing misfortune arrive assistance might bo extended to them , nofc as a matter of humiliation and charity , but as a matter of right , and so that the outside world need know nothing about a recipient's poverty and distress . In proposing tho health of tho
Officers , the W . M . took occasion to point ont the distinguished Masonio attainments of Bro . Eudderforth , the newly appointed S . W ., whom ho designated an ornament of the Craft , and as ono who not only was an excellent worker himself , bat possessed the capability to impart instruction to others . As regards Bro . B . D . Barnett , tho J . W ., who performed at the same time the duties of Secretary , they
were well aware of his sterling qualities , and the satisfactory way in which everything he undertook was done . Tho minor offices wero occupied by young brethren , and Bro . Aarons I . G ., though not twelve months a Mason , was able to perform not only the duties of his office , but those of a higher position , were ifc necessary to call upon him for such a purpose . Bro . Eudderforth briefly replied on behalf of the
Officers ; he was sure every ono of them was desirous to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor . Tho Tyler ' s toast next followed . During the bnsiness of the Lodge , Bro . Geo . Bilby P . M . presided at the harmonium , and in tho banquet room Bro . J . D . Barnett W . M . accompanied upon tho piano . The brethren , who distinguished
themselves by their vocal powers were Brighten , Eosenstein , Cohen , Elkan , Eudderforth , Magee , & c . The Visitors wero Bros . 0 . Willard 1319 , G . J . Wainwright 1178 , J . J . Bell S . D . 1178 , J . Stock J . W . 1178 , J . Gamack W . M . 1178 , John Miller W . M . 188 , P . Magee S . W . 518 , S . Botibol 188 , W . II . GnlHford W . M . 1017 , David Posoner W . M . 185 , Eev . Victor Eosenstein , Memphis 17 , E . Gottheil P . M . 185 , & c .
Grosvenor Chapter , No . 721 . —A meeting was held on Tuesday , 30 th April , at the Masonic Eooms , Eastgate-row , N . Chester . Present—Comps . James Salmon P . G . J . M . E . Z ., W . Johnson H ., John Dennis J ., T . E . Nabb S . E ., Thomas Coxhead S . N ., W . Hughes P . S ., John Humphreys Org ., David Baynes Janitor . Past M . E . Z . ' s and Comps . John McEvoy P . Z ., David Thomas P . Z ., J . C . Eobinson P . Z .
42 o , J . J . Cunnah , Algernon Potts , E . C . Edwards , G . T . Holland , W . Matthews P . G . A . D . C ., C . K . Benson , David Williams , & c . Visitors — Comps . Charles Dutton P . P . G . H ., J . P . Piatt P . P . G . J ., P . Z . 537 , W . Fair P . Z . 311 , Donald Fraser Z . 005 , J . E . Williams H . 425 , John McHattie J . 425 , T . M . Lockwood S . E . 423 , and W . Oldrieve . Tho minntes of the last meeting having been read
and confirmed , and tho annual statement of accounts ( which showed the Chapter to be in a very good financial position ) having been approved and passed , tho M . E . Z . conferred tho beuefit of exaltation upon Bro . Francis Bobbins 721 , and invested him as a Comp . of the Order . Thou followed the installation of tho Principals , and investiture of the Officers for the ensuing year , viz .: —W . Johnson
M . E . Z ., John Dennis II ., J . J . Cunnah J ., T . E . Nabb S . E ., Algernon Potts S . N ., R . C . Edwards P . S . ( his assistants being Comps . Benson nnd Bobbins ) , John Dennis Treas ., John Humphreys Org ., and David Hiynes Janitor . The ceremony was performed by E . Comp . David T > omas P . Z ., who could not help expressing the satisfaction ifc afforded him of installing as the three Principals of the Chapter three
Companions who , when he occupied the chair of 721 , were then tho two Wardens and the Senior Deacon of the Lodge under his rule . The bnsiness of the evening being over , tho Chapter was closed in ancient form and adjourned , and tho Companions proceeded to refreshment . Afterwards the usual Loyal and Eoyal Arch toasts wero given , and most heartily responded , to .