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ceremony of passing rehearsed . On the Lodgo being resumed to tho first degree , the Secretary was pleased to inform the brethren the list was completed for tho working of tho Fifteen Sections on Thursday , the 10 th April . A hearty voto of thanks to tho W . M . waa recorded on tho minutes for his ablo working , this being the first time ho had taken tho chair in any Lodgo . Bro . Driscoll was elected to preside at tho next meeting .

Eoyal Alfred Lodge of Instruction , No . 780 . —At the meeting on Friday 4 th April , at tho Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , tin re were present : —Bros . Blasby W . M ., Tucker Treasurer S . W ., Goss I . P . M . J . W ., Costelow S . D ., Gomm J . D ., Skinner I . G ., Gunner Hon . Sec , Kyezor , Acworth , Talbot , & e . ; and as a Visitor , Bro . R . Compton P . M . 68 , 1755 , P . P . G . S . D . Bristol . Lodgo was

regularly opened , and minutes of last meeting woro read and confirmed . On Lodge being advanced , Bro . Gunner volunteered aa candidate , and the ceremony of the third degree was rehearsed Lodgo was closed down , and the W . M . rehearsed the ceremony of initiation , Bro . Kyezor candidate . Bro . Tucker was elected W . M . for the meeting on 18 th April , when we are informed several visitors will attend . Bro . Compton drew attention to some slight points of

variation between tho York Ritual upon which some of the English Lodges work and our own , and he gavo illustrations . The brethren heartily thanked Bro . Compton for his short dissertation , and hoped the time would shortly arrive when differences of detail would ho expunged by order promulgated by Grand Lodge , so important is it that all English Lodges should follow strictly tho samo observances . Lodge was then closed in due form and adjourned to 18 th April , at half-past seven .

Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 880 . —Weekly meeting on Tuesday , 8 th inst ., at Bro . Smyth ' s , Sisters' Tavern , Pownall-road , Dalston . Bros . Lovelock W . M ., J . Lorkin S . W ., Clark J . W ., Wardell S . D .. Forss J . D ., Christian I . G ., Dallas Sec , Smyth Treas ., P . M . Wallington Preceptor ; McMillan , Smyth , Carr , C . Lorkin , Webb , Weigo , Bigg aud others . Tho Lodgo was opened in duo form . Bro . Bigg answered the necessary questions ,

and the ceremony of passing was rehearsed , he being tho candidate . The Lodge was opened in the third degree , and regularly closed to tho first . Tho Lodgo was called from labour to refreshment , and afterwards resumed its Masonio duties . Tho Preceptor worked tho installation ceremony , Bro . Weigo as W . M . elect , who went through the formal investiture of his Officers . Bro . J . Lorkin was elected W . M . for next Tuesday evening .

Newall Lodge , No . 1134 . —The regular meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonio Hall , Islington-square , Salford , ou Tuesday , tho 1 st inst . Present—Bros . VV . T . Hansbrow W . M ., James Farmer P . M . as S . W ., P . J . Eddleston P . M . as J . W ., E . H . Hodgkins as Sec , H . Main waring P . M . Treas ., J . VV . Nicholls as S . D ., Wm . PollittI . G ., C . F . Wormald Org ., Jas . Sly Tyler ; and

Bros . J . B . Hansfield , Z . Poirottc , C . Weber , J . S . Pinder , & c . The Lodgo was opened , and tho customary preliminaries observed , aftor which tho Lodge was advanced to the second degree , and finally opened in the third , when Bro . J . S . Pinder was raised to the sublime degree of M . M . by the W . M . Bro . Mainwaring gavo the symbolic lecture , and Bro . Eddleston explained tho W . T ., and gave tho

traditional history very ably , taking his position in the East for that purpose . By his command tho Lodgo resumed in the first degree , and after business of a private nature was despatched , tho Lodgo was closed in peace and harmony , and the brethren adjourned to refreshment . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed by Bro . Hansbrow , and duly honoured . In proposing the health of tho

newly raised Brother , the W . M . observed that sufficient had been seen of Bro . Pinder to satisfy him that the sublime degree had beon conferred meritoriously . He felt that Bro . Pinder fully realised that a Master Mason enjoyed tho privilege of attaining office , and although he may begin at the lowest step thore was nothing to prevent a deserving Mason attaining distinction and honour in the

Craft . The toast waa drank with full honours . Bro . Pinder returned thanks in suitable terms . The W . M . then proposed the health of Bro . Weber , who had but very recently returned from Mexico and the United States . Bro . Hansbrow knew he uttered tho sentiments of each and all when he said that ho was delighted to welcome him among them again after his long absence .

The toast was received with musical honours . Bro . Weber in reply said it was not so very long ago since he visited hia Lodge last , and yet in the interim he had seen a new world , and had met with many strange adventures . On quitting the shores of old England his foremost thought was home and its endearing ties ; next his Lodgo . He never forgot the night of meeting , ancl was with them in thought

and spirit , and knew that with a certain toast his name and absence would bo associated . Bro . Webor entertained the brethren with a few interesting Masonic episodes of his travels , and promised a more lengthy account next Lodge night . For his safe return ho was grateful , and for the honour done him by the VOL and company he expressed his warmest thanks . Bro . Hodgkins proposed the health of

tho Past Masters , to whom tho Lodge was greatly indebted , aud especially to Past Master Eddleston , who at great inconvenience came to aid and instruct the brethren . The toast was most heartily received . Bro . Mainwaring , in acknowledging the honour done him , expressed his best wishes for tho welfare and prosperity of tho Lodge Bro . Eddleston assured the brethren that all he could do

for tho Lodge was clone heartily . He was pleased to seo the third degree given that evening so well . Bro . Farmer was very much pleased with the honour shown the last toast . Ho felt pleased to bo associated with a toast which brought Bro . Eddleston ' s name up . That worthy brother was ever ready to aid them , and was a credit to this or any other Lodgo . The Lodge ought to be very proud of him as a Past Master , considering ho had to come and go snch a long- dis-

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tance . As Past Masters they wero all ready to assist tho W . M . and promote tho best interests of the Lodge . Bro . Eddleston proposed tho health of tho W . M . amidst very kindly expressions , and called upon tho brethren to drink heartily to tho same , which was dona with musical honours , and tho W . M . replied in a brief bnt suitable address . The Tyler ' s toast terminated a pleasant evening .

Friars' Lodgo of Instruction , No . 1349 . —Held at tho Liverpool Arms , Canning Town , on the 8 th inst ., present—Bros . Pavitt W . M ., Worsley S . W ., Smith J . W ., Johnson S . D ., Fallen J . D ., Roberts I . G ., Foxall W . M . of 1319 , Barker , Spencer , Dnnsmore , Watkins , Musto Preceptor , and Andrews acting Sec . Bro . Fallen having answered tho necessary questions , waa entrusted , and the

ceremony of passing waa worked in hia favour by the W . M . The 1 st and 2 nd sections of the lecture were worked by Bro . Barker , assisted by the brethren . Tho Lodge waa then closed in tho 2 nd degree . Bros , Barker and Roberts were unanimously elected members of the Lodge . The Secretary then read the Bye-laws aa reviaed by tho

Committee appointed at the previous Lodge meeting . The discussion in reference to tho same was adjourned to next week . It was proposed by Bro . Preceptor , and seconded by Bro . J . W ., that Bro . S . W * . be W . M . for the ensuing week , carried unanimously . Nothing farther being offered for the good of Freemasonry , the Lodge was closed , and adjourned until tho 15 th inst .

North London Chapter of Improvement , No . 1 , 471 . — Crown and Woolpack , St . John . street-road ( near the Angel , Islington ) , Tho regular weekly Convocation was held on Friday the 4 th of April . Comps . J . W . Hobbs M . E . Z ., J . Cusworth H ., G . Soper J ., Sparrow S . N ., Killick S . E ., Lake P . S ., Halford Treasurer , Pearcy , Stock , Gibbs , and others . The ceremony of exaltation was performed by the M . E . Z . with marked ability , Comp . Pearcy being the candidate , tho other Officers , especially H . and J ., rendering very efficient service .

Henley Lodge , No . 1472 . —A regular meeting of this Lodge was held at Tho Tree Crowns , North Woolwich , on the 21 st inst . Bro . W . J . Turner W . M . After the confirmation of the minntes the Lodgo was opened in the second degree , when Bros . Biggs aud Feast wero entrusted . The Lodge was then opened in tho third degree , and Bro . Biggs and Feast were raised to the sublime degree of M . M .

by Bro . Manning I . M . P ., who was most courteously allowed by the VV . M . to givo Bros . Biggs and Foast their third , which he performed in a vory impressive manner . The Lodge having resumed to tho first , the W . M . stated ho had a pleasing duty to perform , it being no other than the presentation of a testimonial to the I . M . P . Bro . Manning , consisting of an illuminated engrossed vellam , as a slight recognition of past services . In very feeling terms P . M .

Manning acknowledged tho compliment which had been paid him . The Lodge was then closed in due form , and tho brethren adjourned to tho banquotting room , whero a cold collation was served , and at its conclusion tho customary Loyal and Masonio toasts wero duly honoured . Some excellent songs wero sung by Bro . P . M . West and Bro . J . Lloyd S . W . Bro . Sherwin Organist also sang , and presided at tho pianoforte .

Abercom Lodge , No . 1549 . —The first meeting of tho season was held on Wednesday , the 2 nd inst ., at tho Abcrcorn Hotel , Great Stanmore , N . W . Present—Bros . George Sidcombe W . M ., R . Helsdon P . M . P . G . P . Middlesex acting S . W ., VV . S . Marshall J . VV ., Chas . Veal P . G . S . D . Surrey Sec , R . Roy S . D ., Chas . Long J . D ., G . H . Hall VV . Steward acting I . G ., John Middleton Tyler , aud

many other brethren . Bros . Osman Vincent I . P . M ., J . W . Garrod P . M . Visitors—Bros . Holak G . M . No . 1 , W . Donison 1511 , W . G . Greenwood 100 , Cecil Anstin 811 . Tho Lodgo was opened at 3 . 40 p . m ., when the usual preliminaries having been satisfactorily disposed of , tho minntes of last regular meeting , in October 1878 , were read and confirmed . The Lodge was then advanced to tho

second degree , aud Bro . Robert B . Paton passed a most successful examination preparatory to his raising . The Lodge having been opened in tho third degree , Bro . Paton was raised to the sublime privileges of M . M . by the VV . M ., who performed the ceremony in a highly creditable manner . Having lowered tho Lodge to the first degree , the VV . M . read a letter from Bro . John Clark , who tendered his resignation . This was ultimately accepted , amidst expressions

of regret . Four candidates were proposed for initiation at tho next meeting , and tho ballot proved unanimous in favour of Bro . John Welford as a joining member . The VV . M . briefly intimated that he intended to represent the Lodgo at tho Annual Festival of the Girls ' School , and the proceedings being closed in peace and harmony , the brethren sat down to their usual banquet , and enjoyed a very agreeable evening .

Rothesay Lodge , No . 1687 . —Tho regnlar meeting of this lately consecrated Lodge was held on Wednesday last , at the Inns of Court Hotel , under the presidency of the second W . M ., Bro . F . Kirk , assisted by Bros . J . Hancock S . W ., J . Docker J . W ., W . C . Parsons P . M . Sec , h . Beck P . M . P . G . O . Middlesex , Cropland S . D ., Forscutfc I . G ., Burrow Organist , B . Swallow P . P . G . J . D . Middlcsex , Wake , Newell , Green , Valeriani , Lintold , Macgillvray ,

Wallace , Farr , Mickells , & e . After the confirmation of the minutes of tho last meeting , Bros . Gaze , Batlin , Leigh , and Fucigna were passed to the second degree . Mr . Blewitt was then balloted for , and having been unanimously accepted , was duly initiated into tho mysteries and privileges of Freemasonry . Both ceremonies were performed by the W . M . iu such a manner as to elicit genuine expressions of admiration from the brethren . At the conclusion of the routine business tho nomination of VV . M , for the ensuing year , and the election of