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Consecration Of The Dorothy Vernon Lodge.
Wardens . The two other banners were the P . G . banner and the W . M . ' s own banner , bearing his quartered arms . The ceremonial at Haddon Hall lasted from 1 p . m . to 3 . 45 , and the brethren were photographed in full costume npon the Terrace , by the permission of the D . P . G . M ., by Mr . Houseley , photographer , of Bakewell . We
may add that especial interest was taken in the Consecration of the new Lodge , inasmuch as ifc is the 21 sfc new Lodge in the Province of Derbyshire , and this occurring in the year of "Jnbilee , " Freemasonry attains its majority in the county . The Banquet was held at the Rutland Arms Plotel , Bakewell , at 4 p . m ., Brother
Cokayne in the chair , and the Senior and Junior Wardens in the vice chairs . The room was filled to its utmost capacity . Unfortunately Bro . Okeover was obliged to leave before dinner , owing to the exigencies of the train service . Au admirable dinner was served by Host Greaves . The Worshipful Master , in giving the first toast ,
remarked that the example the Queen had set , as daughter , wife , mother , and Sovereign , had been such that not only tho present generation , but generations y efc unborn , wonld live to bless her name . The W . M . next proposed the Most Worshipful the Grand Master , speaking in high terms of His Royal Highness , and
remarking that tho Queen was the daughter , niece , mother , and grandmother of Freemasons . The next toast was that of the Prov . Grand Master , the Deputy Grand Master , aud the Officers of Grand Lodge Past and Present , which was duly honoured . The W . M . next gave the health of the Prov . G . M . of Derbyshire , the Marquis
of Hartingtou , and remarked that they were in hopes Lord Hartington would have done them the honour of being present , and from the tenonr of his answer be ( Bro . Cokayne ) was satisfied Lord Hartington would have come if possible , but bis multifarious duties absolutely prevented him . He had great pleasure in
proposing his health and was perfectly certain they wonld all rejoice to do honour to the toast . The toast having been received with full honours , Bro . Marsden proposed the health of the R . W . the Deputy Prov . Grand Master of Derbyshire , Bro . H . C . Okeover . It was a toast which came home to all their hearts . They had seen that fine
specimen of a real English gentleman , one of the finest they had amongst them , taking the leading place that day and they knew his heart was with them , and his services were always afc their command . When the date of that ceremony was originally fixed for a period some months back , Brother Okeover was in the Miditorranean aud
conld not come here , so that it was fortunate the postponement secured his attendance , whilst ifc had also given them a day when the weather was such as they could cnugratulate themselves upon . Bro . Okeover amongst Derbyshire Masons was a man who was simply revered . The speaker passed on to remark that the
attendance that day had quite taken Bro . Okeover by surprise at its magnitude , for there were abonfc 100 Past Masters , and 200 Masons iu all , which was a very huge gathering , and far more than they bad at all expected . Tbey had now an experience of Bro . Okeover extendintr over 25 years , and they knew his heart was in the ritjlit
place . They were all proud of him , they loved him , and if they had a wish for him it was that he might go a step higher . The toast was warml y received . Bro . Marsden again rose aud referred to the forthcoming marriage of the Hon . Mando Okeover , and said that as the Masons had seldom an opportunity of showing
esti-em towards tho D . P . G . M , it was proposed to seize the present occasion to compliment . Bro . Okeover through his daughter , by presenting her with a diamond bracelet on her wedding . A small subscription from each Mason would be enough . It was subsequently announced that CIO 5 s ( id had been subscribed in fcho room , aud
the W . M . stated that any brethren desiring to subscribe could forward their donations to Bro . Nay lor P . G . S ., Derby . Bro . Orme proposed the Officers of the P . G . L . of Derbyshire , arid-remarked that whilst they could not all attend r . o tho purple , they could all try for it , and the membt-r .. of the Dorothy Vernon Lodgo intended to do
their best in that direction . Ho coupled vvilh the toast the name of Bro . Percy Wallis Prov . S . G . W . Bro . Wallis in reply congratulated tho W . M . upon the auspicious features of the consecration ceremony that day , and especially on the weather , for after the persistent gloom of the spring tho W . M . must havo made special arrangements
with the clerk of the weather to secure so bright and geuiaki day . Every surrounding of the occasion of the Dorothy Vernon Lodge coming into the Masonic world had been auspicious , and ifc seemed she was a favoured child , like her prototype . He thanked Bro . Orme for his proposal of iheir health , and assured tho brethren that
the Officers of the Provincial Grand Lodge had taken groat pleasure in coming to assist in the ceremony that day . [ fc was not every year that they had to take part in such a ceremony , bnt they all felt , from Bro . Okeover downwards , that ifc had been a day well spent , ono they enjoyed , and one which their successors might enjoy also . A
Lodgo had long been wati'c'lin Bakewell , an I he congratulated thorn that the corner stone had been laid for the development of Masonry in that district by the consecration of a Lodgo bearing , as tho P . G . Chaplain had FQ well said , , ; the sweet name of Dorothy Vernon . " Bro . Dr . Wilson P . P . G . J . W . ( Cheshire ) , Town Clerk of Congleton
next proposed the health of the W . M . and success to the Dorothy Vernon Locke . Ho remarked that Bro . Cokayne had been followed into Derbyshire that day by a dozen members of his old Lodge in Cheshire . It was often asked what character a man brings from his hi . t place . Well , there was the answer . They were present that
day , nor , only to testify to their appreciation of Bro . Cokayne , but to show their regret at losing him , although thoy congratulated Derbyshire Masons on having his services transferred to their county . For 25 yeais he had been showimr them in Congleton that a trade-man nmy be every iru h a gentleman , as every good tradesman
i , < r ought to he . He Ivd not only been n pood and honour , able c tizeii , hut he had given a remarknblo stimulus to Mason ; y amongst them—a stimulus which they regretted to lose ,
but .. ' . > : t . _» rhey nj iced his friends here would gain . Tt had happe . i ; < '< o ' t n to him ( tho speaker ) that if there was anything very jrood it , 'vr : I is evil destiny to have to send it away , but , in this case it was the gain to lho . se he Saw aiiont him , and he hoped they would
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have Bro . Cokayne ' s services for twice 25 years , if it so pleased the Grand Architect of the Universe . He did deal in flattering expresioas and his speech was more than half one of regret , but their brother had left them for his own good , and he hoped it would prove so to him and his interesting family , and to them as Masons . With
regard to Bakewell , he had interesting , and pathetic memories , and it was known to some of them that he had reason for being speciall y interested in that town , aud therefore ifc was with additional pleasure ho came there that day to assist in the ceremony . Nothing could have been happier than the idea of inaugurating this
Lodge in tho gallery at Haddon Hall , and to him it had been inexpressibly touching and pleasant to be there on such an occasion . After some further remarks fcho venerable speaker concluded by turning to the W . M ., and invoking a blessing upon him in his new post , and expressing an earnest wish that he might
do aa much good to Masonry in Derbyshire as he had in Cheshire . The W . M . on rising to respond said it had been his lot during hia Masonio career , of nearly a quarter of a century , to undertake some difficult duties , but on the present occasion he really felt more difficulty than he had ever felt before . His feelings were much
mixed . He felt great gratification at the kindness shown to him amongst his friends and neighbours here in the county he loved so well , and where his ancestors had lived for 700 years . With regard to his position in Masonry , it must have been accident which placed him in the chair , as there was a brother sitting on his left who
would have been more suitable to' the post , as he could have exercised more influence . He , however , was not living iu the town , but for which fact they would have bad Bro . Mar sden as W . M . instead of himself . As Bro . Marsden knew well , he would have most gladly and with all his heart have supported him , but ifc had been the wish of the brethren that the first Master shonld be a
resident . With regard to the foundation of the Lodge , they had had the warrant in their possession a long time , and no one could be more awako to its importance than he was to that fact . He knew all the difficulties that were before them , but he would say that the hearty way in which the Lodge had been spoken of and especially
the good feeling with which it had been endorsed that day , gave him the greatest hopes for the fntnve . There was no doubt he could do bufc little for himself by his own Masonic zeal , but he had Wardens who were well known locally—who would carry influence , and although he was the Master in the chair he should feel that fcheir
local influence would far exceed anything he could do . Then there were the other Officers , who were brethren who would do all they could , and who were good men and true . It was not his province to trench on tho toasts which would follow , but he did wish to thank thorn and express the satisfaction he felt in
having snch Officers to support . him iu this important undertaking . The good will of their brethren in tho neighbourhood they would deeply value , and he hoped it , would not be the last time by many they would have the pleasure of meeting brethren of tho Province other
than brethren of their own Lodge . He believed they wero making a ^ ood beginning and although it was not in their power to command success , they would do their best to deserve it . As to the kind remarks of Bro . Wilson , ifc was dangerous ground , and he must not say too much to awaken those
feelings of rog'et and love and affection for him and those connected with him . lie thanked him for tho great kindness with which he had proposed the toast , and the company for the manner iu which they had received ifc . Bro . GIo ? sop proposed The Visiting Brethren , and coupled the names of Bros . Marwood , Chadwick , and Blackshaw ,
of Congleton . Humorous and appropriate replies were given by each brother , and some excellent songs were sung by Bras . Wilson , the Hon . — Trolloppe , Blackshaw , and others . The remaining toasts were tho " . Installing Master , " "Tho Wardens , " "Tbe Masonic Charities , " "Tho Deacons and Assistant Officers , " and '' The Tyler ' s
least . ' Each was appropriately honoured , arid a pleasant evening thus came to a close , everything having passed off with signal success . The members of the new Lodge already include the following brethren , in addition to the Officers named : —Bro . Vernon J . Greouhough P . G . J . VV ., Bro . It . Greenhough , Bro . Jno . Wilson , LL . D .,
P . G J . W . Cheshire , Bro . Rev . C . W . Spencer Stanhope P . M . Past Grand Chaplain of England , Bro . T . A . Daniel P . M . 533 , and Bro . W . II . Marsden P . M . P . P . G . S . W . Bro . Marsden takes a special interest in the Lodgo , aud several other Derby brethren have promised their valuable help in its new career . Much of tho success
of tho opening day was due to the untiring exertions of Bro . Garner Secretary , whose genial aptitude for tho work and great interest in Freemasonry were much appreciated . Letters of apology for unavoidable absence were received from Bro , Astley Terry ( Colonel
GOth Rifle-, P . M . 533 P . P . G . S . B . Cheshire , and other brethren in that Province ; also from Bro . E . J . Dodd P . P . G . O . Kent , S . Bennion P . M . 2 LI 3 and 1575 , and Colonel Gordon Warren P . P . G . S . W . Shropshire .
On tho occasion of the banquet given by the Incorporated Law Society , in commemoration of Her Majesty ' s Jubilee , in the Central Hall of tho Royal Courts of Justice , the
corridors at the northern , or Carey Street End , were used as reception rooms for the principal guests . The various recesses acid arches wero tilled and adorned with a number
of tropical and other plants ; but the beaut y of the whole was greatly enhanced by a number of vari-coloured incandescent lamps , fitted b y Bro . A . Grundy ( Bailey and
Grundy ) , of Paddington . Ihe lady visitors were not chary ia their praise of the effect produced . Bro . Grundy is now carrying out some considerable additions to the generating p lant for M . M . Office of Works , at the same place .
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Consecration Of The Dorothy Vernon Lodge.
Wardens . The two other banners were the P . G . banner and the W . M . ' s own banner , bearing his quartered arms . The ceremonial at Haddon Hall lasted from 1 p . m . to 3 . 45 , and the brethren were photographed in full costume npon the Terrace , by the permission of the D . P . G . M ., by Mr . Houseley , photographer , of Bakewell . We
may add that especial interest was taken in the Consecration of the new Lodge , inasmuch as ifc is the 21 sfc new Lodge in the Province of Derbyshire , and this occurring in the year of "Jnbilee , " Freemasonry attains its majority in the county . The Banquet was held at the Rutland Arms Plotel , Bakewell , at 4 p . m ., Brother
Cokayne in the chair , and the Senior and Junior Wardens in the vice chairs . The room was filled to its utmost capacity . Unfortunately Bro . Okeover was obliged to leave before dinner , owing to the exigencies of the train service . Au admirable dinner was served by Host Greaves . The Worshipful Master , in giving the first toast ,
remarked that the example the Queen had set , as daughter , wife , mother , and Sovereign , had been such that not only tho present generation , but generations y efc unborn , wonld live to bless her name . The W . M . next proposed the Most Worshipful the Grand Master , speaking in high terms of His Royal Highness , and
remarking that tho Queen was the daughter , niece , mother , and grandmother of Freemasons . The next toast was that of the Prov . Grand Master , the Deputy Grand Master , aud the Officers of Grand Lodge Past and Present , which was duly honoured . The W . M . next gave the health of the Prov . G . M . of Derbyshire , the Marquis
of Hartingtou , and remarked that they were in hopes Lord Hartington would have done them the honour of being present , and from the tenonr of his answer be ( Bro . Cokayne ) was satisfied Lord Hartington would have come if possible , but bis multifarious duties absolutely prevented him . He had great pleasure in
proposing his health and was perfectly certain they wonld all rejoice to do honour to the toast . The toast having been received with full honours , Bro . Marsden proposed the health of the R . W . the Deputy Prov . Grand Master of Derbyshire , Bro . H . C . Okeover . It was a toast which came home to all their hearts . They had seen that fine
specimen of a real English gentleman , one of the finest they had amongst them , taking the leading place that day and they knew his heart was with them , and his services were always afc their command . When the date of that ceremony was originally fixed for a period some months back , Brother Okeover was in the Miditorranean aud
conld not come here , so that it was fortunate the postponement secured his attendance , whilst ifc had also given them a day when the weather was such as they could cnugratulate themselves upon . Bro . Okeover amongst Derbyshire Masons was a man who was simply revered . The speaker passed on to remark that the
attendance that day had quite taken Bro . Okeover by surprise at its magnitude , for there were abonfc 100 Past Masters , and 200 Masons iu all , which was a very huge gathering , and far more than they bad at all expected . Tbey had now an experience of Bro . Okeover extendintr over 25 years , and they knew his heart was in the ritjlit
place . They were all proud of him , they loved him , and if they had a wish for him it was that he might go a step higher . The toast was warml y received . Bro . Marsden again rose aud referred to the forthcoming marriage of the Hon . Mando Okeover , and said that as the Masons had seldom an opportunity of showing
esti-em towards tho D . P . G . M , it was proposed to seize the present occasion to compliment . Bro . Okeover through his daughter , by presenting her with a diamond bracelet on her wedding . A small subscription from each Mason would be enough . It was subsequently announced that CIO 5 s ( id had been subscribed in fcho room , aud
the W . M . stated that any brethren desiring to subscribe could forward their donations to Bro . Nay lor P . G . S ., Derby . Bro . Orme proposed the Officers of the P . G . L . of Derbyshire , arid-remarked that whilst they could not all attend r . o tho purple , they could all try for it , and the membt-r .. of the Dorothy Vernon Lodgo intended to do
their best in that direction . Ho coupled vvilh the toast the name of Bro . Percy Wallis Prov . S . G . W . Bro . Wallis in reply congratulated tho W . M . upon the auspicious features of the consecration ceremony that day , and especially on the weather , for after the persistent gloom of the spring tho W . M . must havo made special arrangements
with the clerk of the weather to secure so bright and geuiaki day . Every surrounding of the occasion of the Dorothy Vernon Lodge coming into the Masonic world had been auspicious , and ifc seemed she was a favoured child , like her prototype . He thanked Bro . Orme for his proposal of iheir health , and assured tho brethren that
the Officers of the Provincial Grand Lodge had taken groat pleasure in coming to assist in the ceremony that day . [ fc was not every year that they had to take part in such a ceremony , bnt they all felt , from Bro . Okeover downwards , that ifc had been a day well spent , ono they enjoyed , and one which their successors might enjoy also . A
Lodgo had long been wati'c'lin Bakewell , an I he congratulated thorn that the corner stone had been laid for the development of Masonry in that district by the consecration of a Lodgo bearing , as tho P . G . Chaplain had FQ well said , , ; the sweet name of Dorothy Vernon . " Bro . Dr . Wilson P . P . G . J . W . ( Cheshire ) , Town Clerk of Congleton
next proposed the health of the W . M . and success to the Dorothy Vernon Locke . Ho remarked that Bro . Cokayne had been followed into Derbyshire that day by a dozen members of his old Lodge in Cheshire . It was often asked what character a man brings from his hi . t place . Well , there was the answer . They were present that
day , nor , only to testify to their appreciation of Bro . Cokayne , but to show their regret at losing him , although thoy congratulated Derbyshire Masons on having his services transferred to their county . For 25 yeais he had been showimr them in Congleton that a trade-man nmy be every iru h a gentleman , as every good tradesman
i , < r ought to he . He Ivd not only been n pood and honour , able c tizeii , hut he had given a remarknblo stimulus to Mason ; y amongst them—a stimulus which they regretted to lose ,
but .. ' . > : t . _» rhey nj iced his friends here would gain . Tt had happe . i ; < '< o ' t n to him ( tho speaker ) that if there was anything very jrood it , 'vr : I is evil destiny to have to send it away , but , in this case it was the gain to lho . se he Saw aiiont him , and he hoped they would
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have Bro . Cokayne ' s services for twice 25 years , if it so pleased the Grand Architect of the Universe . He did deal in flattering expresioas and his speech was more than half one of regret , but their brother had left them for his own good , and he hoped it would prove so to him and his interesting family , and to them as Masons . With
regard to Bakewell , he had interesting , and pathetic memories , and it was known to some of them that he had reason for being speciall y interested in that town , aud therefore ifc was with additional pleasure ho came there that day to assist in the ceremony . Nothing could have been happier than the idea of inaugurating this
Lodge in tho gallery at Haddon Hall , and to him it had been inexpressibly touching and pleasant to be there on such an occasion . After some further remarks fcho venerable speaker concluded by turning to the W . M ., and invoking a blessing upon him in his new post , and expressing an earnest wish that he might
do aa much good to Masonry in Derbyshire as he had in Cheshire . The W . M . on rising to respond said it had been his lot during hia Masonio career , of nearly a quarter of a century , to undertake some difficult duties , but on the present occasion he really felt more difficulty than he had ever felt before . His feelings were much
mixed . He felt great gratification at the kindness shown to him amongst his friends and neighbours here in the county he loved so well , and where his ancestors had lived for 700 years . With regard to his position in Masonry , it must have been accident which placed him in the chair , as there was a brother sitting on his left who
would have been more suitable to' the post , as he could have exercised more influence . He , however , was not living iu the town , but for which fact they would have bad Bro . Mar sden as W . M . instead of himself . As Bro . Marsden knew well , he would have most gladly and with all his heart have supported him , but ifc had been the wish of the brethren that the first Master shonld be a
resident . With regard to the foundation of the Lodge , they had had the warrant in their possession a long time , and no one could be more awako to its importance than he was to that fact . He knew all the difficulties that were before them , but he would say that the hearty way in which the Lodge had been spoken of and especially
the good feeling with which it had been endorsed that day , gave him the greatest hopes for the fntnve . There was no doubt he could do bufc little for himself by his own Masonic zeal , but he had Wardens who were well known locally—who would carry influence , and although he was the Master in the chair he should feel that fcheir
local influence would far exceed anything he could do . Then there were the other Officers , who were brethren who would do all they could , and who were good men and true . It was not his province to trench on tho toasts which would follow , but he did wish to thank thorn and express the satisfaction he felt in
having snch Officers to support . him iu this important undertaking . The good will of their brethren in tho neighbourhood they would deeply value , and he hoped it , would not be the last time by many they would have the pleasure of meeting brethren of tho Province other
than brethren of their own Lodge . He believed they wero making a ^ ood beginning and although it was not in their power to command success , they would do their best to deserve it . As to the kind remarks of Bro . Wilson , ifc was dangerous ground , and he must not say too much to awaken those
feelings of rog'et and love and affection for him and those connected with him . lie thanked him for tho great kindness with which he had proposed the toast , and the company for the manner iu which they had received ifc . Bro . GIo ? sop proposed The Visiting Brethren , and coupled the names of Bros . Marwood , Chadwick , and Blackshaw ,
of Congleton . Humorous and appropriate replies were given by each brother , and some excellent songs were sung by Bras . Wilson , the Hon . — Trolloppe , Blackshaw , and others . The remaining toasts were tho " . Installing Master , " "Tho Wardens , " "Tbe Masonic Charities , " "Tho Deacons and Assistant Officers , " and '' The Tyler ' s
least . ' Each was appropriately honoured , arid a pleasant evening thus came to a close , everything having passed off with signal success . The members of the new Lodge already include the following brethren , in addition to the Officers named : —Bro . Vernon J . Greouhough P . G . J . VV ., Bro . It . Greenhough , Bro . Jno . Wilson , LL . D .,
P . G J . W . Cheshire , Bro . Rev . C . W . Spencer Stanhope P . M . Past Grand Chaplain of England , Bro . T . A . Daniel P . M . 533 , and Bro . W . II . Marsden P . M . P . P . G . S . W . Bro . Marsden takes a special interest in the Lodgo , aud several other Derby brethren have promised their valuable help in its new career . Much of tho success
of tho opening day was due to the untiring exertions of Bro . Garner Secretary , whose genial aptitude for tho work and great interest in Freemasonry were much appreciated . Letters of apology for unavoidable absence were received from Bro , Astley Terry ( Colonel
GOth Rifle-, P . M . 533 P . P . G . S . B . Cheshire , and other brethren in that Province ; also from Bro . E . J . Dodd P . P . G . O . Kent , S . Bennion P . M . 2 LI 3 and 1575 , and Colonel Gordon Warren P . P . G . S . W . Shropshire .
On tho occasion of the banquet given by the Incorporated Law Society , in commemoration of Her Majesty ' s Jubilee , in the Central Hall of tho Royal Courts of Justice , the
corridors at the northern , or Carey Street End , were used as reception rooms for the principal guests . The various recesses acid arches wero tilled and adorned with a number
of tropical and other plants ; but the beaut y of the whole was greatly enhanced by a number of vari-coloured incandescent lamps , fitted b y Bro . A . Grundy ( Bailey and
Grundy ) , of Paddington . Ihe lady visitors were not chary ia their praise of the effect produced . Bro . Grundy is now carrying out some considerable additions to the generating p lant for M . M . Office of Works , at the same place .