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Notice Of Meetings.
GODERICH LODGE , No . 1211
THE usual meeting of this Lodge took place on the 7 th insfc ., at the Masonio Hall , Great George-street , Leeds , and proved the » nost successful that has been held under the gavel of the genial Worshipful Master Bro . Youings . The Officers present were Bros . Brad ford S . W ., H . Smith J . W ., Eddison P . M . Secretary , Fourness uraistor iw vt
pM . Treasurer , warn a . u ., j . u ., Jacques r ... x .., a , ov . a .. B . Coombe as Chaplain , Winn P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Wks . Dir . of Cers ., Spinks Steward . The other brethren included Bros . Crowe P . P . G . D ., Townsend P . G . Organist , W . F . Smithson P . P . G . D ., 0 . Scriven I . P . M ., Stansfield , T . G . Teale , W . Warren , R . Smith , Tasker , Y . Smith ,
Scattergood , Gwillam , Irwin , W . Higgins , C . Blagbro , Morton . The visitors included Bros . Herbert Green P . M . Prov . G . Secretary , C . L . Mason W . M . 2069 , J . Brownfoot W . M . 304 , Hollis W . M . 1311 , Scarth W . M . 269 , Watson P . M . 2069 , Foster P . M . 289 , Armistead S . W . 289 , JJcQuat , Parkin and Musgrave 306 , Bingham S . W . 1042 , Carter J . W
1042 , Myers P . M . 304 , Dayson 458 , Rev . L . Coleman , Ohio , U . S . A ., Carbon Lodge , Carr P . M . Derby , Taylor P . M . 129 P . P . G . D . Cumberland , L . Hopps 289 , and many others . The Lodge was opened in due form , after which the W . M . initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry Mr . Albert Smith Green , surgeon , North-street , Leeds , the
ceremony being performed with that impressiveness and accuracy which ia one of the characteriatioa of the working of this Lodge , Bro . Eddison then proposed that Bro . Youings be presented by the Lodge with a P . M . ' s jewel , to mark the admirable manner in whioh
he had discharged the dutiea appertaining to the chair of K . S . Thia waa seconded by Bro . Y . Smitb , supported by Bro . Winn P . M P . P . G . Supt . Wks ., and carried with acclamation . The scrolling for W . M . was then proceeded with , and was unanimously in favonr of Bro . W . H . Bradford S . W . Bro . Fourness P . M . waa re-elected
Treasurer , and S . Barrand Tyler . Bro . Jacques gave notice of a resolution increasing the initiation fees of this Lodge . It was stated that the P . G . M . Bro . T . W . Tew had signified his intention of investing Bro . Townsend P . M . P . G . Organist with the clothing and jewel which had been subscribed by the Leeds brethren , as a token
of their appreciation of services rendered on behalf of the Leeds Benevolent Institntion . Upwards of 50 brethren were present afc the snpper , and the evening was one of the happiest in the history of the Lodge , speech and song providing an enjoyable variety . It should be stated that Bro . Balfour , M . P ., was detained by his parliamentary dnties in London .
ROYAL COMMEMORATION LODGE , No . 1885
A- MEETING was held afc fche Fox and Hounds Hotel , Putney , on Wednesday , the 2 nd insfc . Bros . Collick W . M ., Williams S . W ., Strong J . W ., Watkins Treasurer , Robinson P . M . Secretary , Wing S . D ., Wright acting J . D ., Oliver Steward , Sandalls I . G ., Bowler Tyler ; Pardee I . P . M ., P . M . ' s Collings Dir . of Cers ., Page , Mansell , Whitley . Visitors—Bros . Maples 141 , Johnson Asaph ,
Bond Wolsey , Beard Temple , Stokes Alfred Lodge , and 19 other members of this Lodge . The Lodge was opened in due form , and tbe minutes of lasfc meeting were read and confirmed . Messrs . Munslow , Warlow and Moore were balloted for and initiated . Bros . Saville , Bosworth , Tildersley and Payers were passed . After the Bye-laws
had been read the brethren proceeded to ballot for a W . M . and Treasurer for the ensuing year . Bro . Williams having expressed a desire not to stand , Bro . Strong was unanimously elected to the chair of K . S . After Bro . Strong had suitably thanked the brethren , Bro . Watkina , who has been Treasnrer since the consecration of the
Lodge , waa unanimously re-elected . Bro . Walkley , the Tyler , was also re-elected . Bros . Bosworth , Cannon and Coombe were elected Auditors . Later on it was unanimously resolved that the sum of 25 guineas be voted to Bro . P . M . Whitley , for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution ; also that the nsual P . M . ' s jewel be given to
tbe Worshipfnl Master . Five gentlemen were proposed for initiation , and after hearty good wishes the Lodge was closed according to ancient custom . At 8 p . m . the brethren sat down to an excellent repast , served in the splendid style characteristic of the worthy host , Bro . P . M . Page , and after the somewhat protracted labours of the
evening ifc was naturally done full justice to . The toasts of the Queen , the Prince of Wales , the Pro , the Deputy Grand Master , and Officers Pasfc and Present , were enthusiastically received and heartily drank . The I . P . M ., in felicitous terms , proposed the health of the W . M ., congratulating him on his successful year of office , and
complimenting him on his correct rendering of the ritnal . Bro . Page sang " Simon the Cellarer ; " then the W . M . responded . By request Bro . Price recited " Tho Two Scars , " by G . R . Sims . The next toast waa thafc of the Initiates , in proposing which tbe W . M . expressed the satisfaction he had felt in having so much work to
perform . After a song by Bro . Coleman , Bros . Munslow , Warlow and Moore suitably returned thanks . The health of the Visitors followed , coupled with the names of Bros . Bond , Maples and Stokes . P . M . Whitley sang " A Fresh Water Trip , " ancl tho Visitors replied , Bro . Maples remarking that as a Putney man he was surprised to
find snch a prosperous Lodge as the Commemoration existing without its being more patronised by Putney brethren . The next toast was the Past Masters . The W . M . sang "The Tempest of the Heart . " P . M . ' s Pardee , Robinson , Collings and Whitley responded , tbe remarks of the latter , being couched in his usual witty strain , caused
considerable amusement . The toast of the Treasurer and Secretary was followed by a song Jfrom P . M . Page , and the Secretary responded , apologising for tbe Treasnrer , who had been compelled to leave early . In proposing the health of the W . M . elect , the W . M . congratulated Bro . Strong on his attaining the chair a year earlier
than had been anticipated . Brother Strong , in reply , remarked that he thonght he was to be pitied rather than congratulated , as he would otherwise have had another year wherein to study , and so
have been better able to carry ont the duties in a manner more nearly to follow the splendid example of the present W . M . To the Officers , Bros . Strong , Wing , Collings and Oliver replied , and the Tyler ' s toast closed a very enjoyable meeting .
Notice Of Meetings.
CHINE LODGE , No . 1884 .
A MEETING was held on Thursday , 24 th February , afc fche Masonio Hall , Shaoklin , Isle of Wight . Present—Alfred Greenham W . M .. F . Rayner S . W ., J . H . McQueen P . M . J . W ., F . Cooper P . M . Treasurer , Lewis Colenntfc Secretary , A . F , Swayne S . D ., W . Deeks and W . Thompson Dirs . of Cer- * ., R . Young and G . H . Matthews Stewards , W . J . Mew Tyler ; Bro . J . Bailev I . P . M .
P . G . A . D . C . ; Bros . J . W . Cantelow , Davey , Lisle , & c . Visitors—Bros . John Chapman P . M . P . P . G . D . Devon , V . W . Rev . J . R . Palmer Grand Chaplain , Conner P . M . J . W . 1869 , Capt . Menzie P . M . 698 , Monckton , A . F . Firth I . P . M 1869 , Izod 1869 , Anslee Secretary 551 , Williams 551 . G . Puck P . M . 175 P . P . G . D . Hants and Isle of Wight ,
Charles C irrer W . M . 175 , Tennison Smith P . M . 175 , James Stevens P . M . 1214 , Cluett 1869 , & c . Lod ^ e was opened by the Worshipful Master , and aftt-r the minutes had been read and confirmed , Bro . Harry Lisle proved his proficiency in the first degree , and was duly passed by the W . M . Bro . Alfred Greenham then rose and briefly
introduced Bro . James Stevens P . M . P . Z ., who had be n invited to deliver his well-known lecture on " The Ritual and Ceremonial of the Symbolic Degrees of Freemasonry 1813-1886 . " Bro . Stevens proceeded to explain , in a very clear and lucid manner , the working of the Ritual from 1813 , and the innovations which had been intro .
dnced , more especially during the last twenty . five years , many of which he did not a » ree with . For fully two hours the brethren listened with the greatest attention to Bro . Stevens in the delivery of his interesting lecture . Many points in the working of the three degrees were alluded to . Some might be considered of small matter ,
bufc if Officers of Lodges paid greater attention to them the working would go smoother and the ceremonial be made far more impressive than was often the cape . At fche end of fche lecture several questions were asked and replied fco , and Bro . Stevens received fche
congratulations of the brethren present for fche treat he had afforded them , A cordial vote of thanks was unanimously passed , which Bro . Stevens suitably acknowledged . Lodge was then closed , and fche brethren adjourned to the banqueting-room , where they passed a very pleasant evening .
The Great City Lodge of Instruction , No . 1426 . — A meeting was held at Masons' Hall , Masons' Avenue , EC , on Thursday , 3 rd inst . Tbe work of the evening comprised the re . hearsal of tbe installation ceremony ; the W . M , elect , Bro . F . Potter , was ably inducted into the chair of K . S . by the Installing Master , Bro . Benj . Williams , and the addresses ably given hy B ** o . Paddle .
The ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . rotter ocenpving the chair . Amongst those present were Bros . Williams , Potter . Pitt , Rush , Puddle , Jardino , Whit-hoiise , Tattewall , Wnlker , Pnnh , Gaskin , Ball Secretary . We nre naked to mention thafc the smoking
concert , to be given on 24 fch March , will have the sopp' . rr . of a la ga number of professional btethren , who have kindly volunteered tiieir assistance . A large gathering and a very enjoyable evening may be anticipated .
Kingsland Lodge of Instruction , No . 1693 . —Held at the C . 'ck Tavern , Highbury . This Lodge of Insfcni-tl > n will n , * r meet on Monday next , the 14 ch insfc'infc . On Moudav , 2 lst i * isranfc , afc 8 . 30 p . m ., Bro . R , P . Forge , W . M . 1693 , P . M . 619 , 1950 , will rehearse the ceremonies of Parsing and Raising . This beiu-z the third
Monday in Mnrch , the day appointed in the Bye-Laws for Election of Preceptor , Treasurer , Secretary and Auditors , the Brethren are respectfully invited to attend early . The sixth annual supper will be held at the Cock Tavern , Flighbnry . on Monday 28 r -h March , Bro . R . P . Forge in the Chair , and Bro . G . F . Snook Vice-Chair .
Creaton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1791 . —A meeting was held on 10 th inst ., at the Wbeatsheaf Hotel , Goldhawk-road . Present—Bros . Cochrane W . M ., Sims P . M . S . W ., Davies J . W ., Chat , font P . M . Secretary , Craggs S . D ., Purdue P . M . J . D ., Jennings I . G ., J . Davies Preceptor ; P . M . ' s Spiegel , Child ; Bros . Hardy , Marsh , Smith , Sfconhill , Head . After preliminaries , the ceremony of raising
was rehearsed , Bro . Sfconhill candidate . The second section of fche lecture was worked by Bro . Davies , assisted by Bro . Purdue P . M . The third section of the first lecture was also worked , the Preceptor being assisted by Bro . Davies . Bro . Smyth was accepted as a member . Bro . Sims W . M . was elected W . M . for next Thursday .
At the North London Chapter of Improvement , at its new quarters , Northampton House , St . Paul's Road , Canonbury , on Thursday , 3 rd insfc .,. Comp . Brasted was tho M . E . Z , Jenkins H ., Barnet J ., Sheffield S . E ., Dean S . N ., Radoliffe P . S . The ceremony of exaltation was ably rehearsed , and a profitable evening was spent by those present .
A complmintaiy dinner , followed by a smoking concert , was given on Tuesday , the 1 st insfc ., to Bro . J . D . Langton , Pasfc G . M . Surrey , the occasion being his resignation of
fche secretaryship of tne Lancaster Clnb , Savoy . The President of fche Club , the Rev . H . White . Chaplian of fche Savoy , made tbe presentation , and the proceedings were of an unusually harmonious and agreeable character .
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Notice Of Meetings.
GODERICH LODGE , No . 1211
THE usual meeting of this Lodge took place on the 7 th insfc ., at the Masonio Hall , Great George-street , Leeds , and proved the » nost successful that has been held under the gavel of the genial Worshipful Master Bro . Youings . The Officers present were Bros . Brad ford S . W ., H . Smith J . W ., Eddison P . M . Secretary , Fourness uraistor iw vt
pM . Treasurer , warn a . u ., j . u ., Jacques r ... x .., a , ov . a .. B . Coombe as Chaplain , Winn P . M . P . P . G . Supt . Wks . Dir . of Cers ., Spinks Steward . The other brethren included Bros . Crowe P . P . G . D ., Townsend P . G . Organist , W . F . Smithson P . P . G . D ., 0 . Scriven I . P . M ., Stansfield , T . G . Teale , W . Warren , R . Smith , Tasker , Y . Smith ,
Scattergood , Gwillam , Irwin , W . Higgins , C . Blagbro , Morton . The visitors included Bros . Herbert Green P . M . Prov . G . Secretary , C . L . Mason W . M . 2069 , J . Brownfoot W . M . 304 , Hollis W . M . 1311 , Scarth W . M . 269 , Watson P . M . 2069 , Foster P . M . 289 , Armistead S . W . 289 , JJcQuat , Parkin and Musgrave 306 , Bingham S . W . 1042 , Carter J . W
1042 , Myers P . M . 304 , Dayson 458 , Rev . L . Coleman , Ohio , U . S . A ., Carbon Lodge , Carr P . M . Derby , Taylor P . M . 129 P . P . G . D . Cumberland , L . Hopps 289 , and many others . The Lodge was opened in due form , after which the W . M . initiated into the mysteries of Freemasonry Mr . Albert Smith Green , surgeon , North-street , Leeds , the
ceremony being performed with that impressiveness and accuracy which ia one of the characteriatioa of the working of this Lodge , Bro . Eddison then proposed that Bro . Youings be presented by the Lodge with a P . M . ' s jewel , to mark the admirable manner in whioh
he had discharged the dutiea appertaining to the chair of K . S . Thia waa seconded by Bro . Y . Smitb , supported by Bro . Winn P . M P . P . G . Supt . Wks ., and carried with acclamation . The scrolling for W . M . was then proceeded with , and was unanimously in favonr of Bro . W . H . Bradford S . W . Bro . Fourness P . M . waa re-elected
Treasurer , and S . Barrand Tyler . Bro . Jacques gave notice of a resolution increasing the initiation fees of this Lodge . It was stated that the P . G . M . Bro . T . W . Tew had signified his intention of investing Bro . Townsend P . M . P . G . Organist with the clothing and jewel which had been subscribed by the Leeds brethren , as a token
of their appreciation of services rendered on behalf of the Leeds Benevolent Institntion . Upwards of 50 brethren were present afc the snpper , and the evening was one of the happiest in the history of the Lodge , speech and song providing an enjoyable variety . It should be stated that Bro . Balfour , M . P ., was detained by his parliamentary dnties in London .
ROYAL COMMEMORATION LODGE , No . 1885
A- MEETING was held afc fche Fox and Hounds Hotel , Putney , on Wednesday , the 2 nd insfc . Bros . Collick W . M ., Williams S . W ., Strong J . W ., Watkins Treasurer , Robinson P . M . Secretary , Wing S . D ., Wright acting J . D ., Oliver Steward , Sandalls I . G ., Bowler Tyler ; Pardee I . P . M ., P . M . ' s Collings Dir . of Cers ., Page , Mansell , Whitley . Visitors—Bros . Maples 141 , Johnson Asaph ,
Bond Wolsey , Beard Temple , Stokes Alfred Lodge , and 19 other members of this Lodge . The Lodge was opened in due form , and tbe minutes of lasfc meeting were read and confirmed . Messrs . Munslow , Warlow and Moore were balloted for and initiated . Bros . Saville , Bosworth , Tildersley and Payers were passed . After the Bye-laws
had been read the brethren proceeded to ballot for a W . M . and Treasurer for the ensuing year . Bro . Williams having expressed a desire not to stand , Bro . Strong was unanimously elected to the chair of K . S . After Bro . Strong had suitably thanked the brethren , Bro . Watkina , who has been Treasnrer since the consecration of the
Lodge , waa unanimously re-elected . Bro . Walkley , the Tyler , was also re-elected . Bros . Bosworth , Cannon and Coombe were elected Auditors . Later on it was unanimously resolved that the sum of 25 guineas be voted to Bro . P . M . Whitley , for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution ; also that the nsual P . M . ' s jewel be given to
tbe Worshipfnl Master . Five gentlemen were proposed for initiation , and after hearty good wishes the Lodge was closed according to ancient custom . At 8 p . m . the brethren sat down to an excellent repast , served in the splendid style characteristic of the worthy host , Bro . P . M . Page , and after the somewhat protracted labours of the
evening ifc was naturally done full justice to . The toasts of the Queen , the Prince of Wales , the Pro , the Deputy Grand Master , and Officers Pasfc and Present , were enthusiastically received and heartily drank . The I . P . M ., in felicitous terms , proposed the health of the W . M ., congratulating him on his successful year of office , and
complimenting him on his correct rendering of the ritnal . Bro . Page sang " Simon the Cellarer ; " then the W . M . responded . By request Bro . Price recited " Tho Two Scars , " by G . R . Sims . The next toast waa thafc of the Initiates , in proposing which tbe W . M . expressed the satisfaction he had felt in having so much work to
perform . After a song by Bro . Coleman , Bros . Munslow , Warlow and Moore suitably returned thanks . The health of the Visitors followed , coupled with the names of Bros . Bond , Maples and Stokes . P . M . Whitley sang " A Fresh Water Trip , " ancl tho Visitors replied , Bro . Maples remarking that as a Putney man he was surprised to
find snch a prosperous Lodge as the Commemoration existing without its being more patronised by Putney brethren . The next toast was the Past Masters . The W . M . sang "The Tempest of the Heart . " P . M . ' s Pardee , Robinson , Collings and Whitley responded , tbe remarks of the latter , being couched in his usual witty strain , caused
considerable amusement . The toast of the Treasurer and Secretary was followed by a song Jfrom P . M . Page , and the Secretary responded , apologising for tbe Treasnrer , who had been compelled to leave early . In proposing the health of the W . M . elect , the W . M . congratulated Bro . Strong on his attaining the chair a year earlier
than had been anticipated . Brother Strong , in reply , remarked that he thonght he was to be pitied rather than congratulated , as he would otherwise have had another year wherein to study , and so
have been better able to carry ont the duties in a manner more nearly to follow the splendid example of the present W . M . To the Officers , Bros . Strong , Wing , Collings and Oliver replied , and the Tyler ' s toast closed a very enjoyable meeting .
Notice Of Meetings.
CHINE LODGE , No . 1884 .
A MEETING was held on Thursday , 24 th February , afc fche Masonio Hall , Shaoklin , Isle of Wight . Present—Alfred Greenham W . M .. F . Rayner S . W ., J . H . McQueen P . M . J . W ., F . Cooper P . M . Treasurer , Lewis Colenntfc Secretary , A . F , Swayne S . D ., W . Deeks and W . Thompson Dirs . of Cer- * ., R . Young and G . H . Matthews Stewards , W . J . Mew Tyler ; Bro . J . Bailev I . P . M .
P . G . A . D . C . ; Bros . J . W . Cantelow , Davey , Lisle , & c . Visitors—Bros . John Chapman P . M . P . P . G . D . Devon , V . W . Rev . J . R . Palmer Grand Chaplain , Conner P . M . J . W . 1869 , Capt . Menzie P . M . 698 , Monckton , A . F . Firth I . P . M 1869 , Izod 1869 , Anslee Secretary 551 , Williams 551 . G . Puck P . M . 175 P . P . G . D . Hants and Isle of Wight ,
Charles C irrer W . M . 175 , Tennison Smith P . M . 175 , James Stevens P . M . 1214 , Cluett 1869 , & c . Lod ^ e was opened by the Worshipful Master , and aftt-r the minutes had been read and confirmed , Bro . Harry Lisle proved his proficiency in the first degree , and was duly passed by the W . M . Bro . Alfred Greenham then rose and briefly
introduced Bro . James Stevens P . M . P . Z ., who had be n invited to deliver his well-known lecture on " The Ritual and Ceremonial of the Symbolic Degrees of Freemasonry 1813-1886 . " Bro . Stevens proceeded to explain , in a very clear and lucid manner , the working of the Ritual from 1813 , and the innovations which had been intro .
dnced , more especially during the last twenty . five years , many of which he did not a » ree with . For fully two hours the brethren listened with the greatest attention to Bro . Stevens in the delivery of his interesting lecture . Many points in the working of the three degrees were alluded to . Some might be considered of small matter ,
bufc if Officers of Lodges paid greater attention to them the working would go smoother and the ceremonial be made far more impressive than was often the cape . At fche end of fche lecture several questions were asked and replied fco , and Bro . Stevens received fche
congratulations of the brethren present for fche treat he had afforded them , A cordial vote of thanks was unanimously passed , which Bro . Stevens suitably acknowledged . Lodge was then closed , and fche brethren adjourned to the banqueting-room , where they passed a very pleasant evening .
The Great City Lodge of Instruction , No . 1426 . — A meeting was held at Masons' Hall , Masons' Avenue , EC , on Thursday , 3 rd inst . Tbe work of the evening comprised the re . hearsal of tbe installation ceremony ; the W . M , elect , Bro . F . Potter , was ably inducted into the chair of K . S . by the Installing Master , Bro . Benj . Williams , and the addresses ably given hy B ** o . Paddle .
The ceremony of initiation was then rehearsed , Bro . rotter ocenpving the chair . Amongst those present were Bros . Williams , Potter . Pitt , Rush , Puddle , Jardino , Whit-hoiise , Tattewall , Wnlker , Pnnh , Gaskin , Ball Secretary . We nre naked to mention thafc the smoking
concert , to be given on 24 fch March , will have the sopp' . rr . of a la ga number of professional btethren , who have kindly volunteered tiieir assistance . A large gathering and a very enjoyable evening may be anticipated .
Kingsland Lodge of Instruction , No . 1693 . —Held at the C . 'ck Tavern , Highbury . This Lodge of Insfcni-tl > n will n , * r meet on Monday next , the 14 ch insfc'infc . On Moudav , 2 lst i * isranfc , afc 8 . 30 p . m ., Bro . R , P . Forge , W . M . 1693 , P . M . 619 , 1950 , will rehearse the ceremonies of Parsing and Raising . This beiu-z the third
Monday in Mnrch , the day appointed in the Bye-Laws for Election of Preceptor , Treasurer , Secretary and Auditors , the Brethren are respectfully invited to attend early . The sixth annual supper will be held at the Cock Tavern , Flighbnry . on Monday 28 r -h March , Bro . R . P . Forge in the Chair , and Bro . G . F . Snook Vice-Chair .
Creaton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1791 . —A meeting was held on 10 th inst ., at the Wbeatsheaf Hotel , Goldhawk-road . Present—Bros . Cochrane W . M ., Sims P . M . S . W ., Davies J . W ., Chat , font P . M . Secretary , Craggs S . D ., Purdue P . M . J . D ., Jennings I . G ., J . Davies Preceptor ; P . M . ' s Spiegel , Child ; Bros . Hardy , Marsh , Smith , Sfconhill , Head . After preliminaries , the ceremony of raising
was rehearsed , Bro . Sfconhill candidate . The second section of fche lecture was worked by Bro . Davies , assisted by Bro . Purdue P . M . The third section of the first lecture was also worked , the Preceptor being assisted by Bro . Davies . Bro . Smyth was accepted as a member . Bro . Sims W . M . was elected W . M . for next Thursday .
At the North London Chapter of Improvement , at its new quarters , Northampton House , St . Paul's Road , Canonbury , on Thursday , 3 rd insfc .,. Comp . Brasted was tho M . E . Z , Jenkins H ., Barnet J ., Sheffield S . E ., Dean S . N ., Radoliffe P . S . The ceremony of exaltation was ably rehearsed , and a profitable evening was spent by those present .
A complmintaiy dinner , followed by a smoking concert , was given on Tuesday , the 1 st insfc ., to Bro . J . D . Langton , Pasfc G . M . Surrey , the occasion being his resignation of
fche secretaryship of tne Lancaster Clnb , Savoy . The President of fche Club , the Rev . H . White . Chaplian of fche Savoy , made tbe presentation , and the proceedings were of an unusually harmonious and agreeable character .
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