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Merchant Navy Lodge, No. 781.
Breden I . P . M . gavo the health of the newly-installed Master , the to-ist being received with ringing cheers . In giving the toast , Bro . Breden referred at somo length to the assiduity and attention which Bro . Gavin had paid to his duties , and the satisfaction tho brethren all experienced at seeing him elevated to tho supreme rule of tho Lodge . Ho trusted and believed that all tho Officers whom their W . M . had
to-day invested would rally around him , and support him iu the arduous duties he had undertaken . If they all worked unanimously together , they could surmount any difficulty , and ho trusted that in the coining year the Merchant Navy Lodgo would well sustain tho prostigo it had won for its united strength . Tho Worshipful Master , iu response , expressed his deep seuso of tho honour
which had been that day conferred upon mm , aud promised that it should bo his constant aim to support tho dignity and rightly te discharge tho trust which had been committed to him . He was confident that in this endeavour he should be readily supported by those who had preceded him in office , as well as by tho brethren whom he had been pleased to appoint as his coadjutors to-day
Before sitting down , the W . M . gavo tho health of tho Visitors , of whom ho was proud to seo so goodly an array , and ho assured them that tho Merchant Navy Lodge was always pleased to extend a cordial welcome to all brethren who honoured it with their countenance . Tho toast was received with musical honours , and P . M . ' s Bros . C . R . Bennett 1382 , and W . C . Barlow
174 , severally acknowledged tho compliment , referring generally to the charities which were tho pride and boast of tho Fraternity . Then followed the toast of the Masonic Charities , coupled with the name of Bro . Terry , who responded in a lengthy and eloquent appeal on behalf of the invaluable institutions of which he is the representative . He acknowledged the valuable aid which had been rendered
to the charities by the Merchant Navy Lodge , under whoso banner he was very pleased to be enrolled . This Lodge had experienced many vicissitudes , and it could not be said of it that it had no history ; and he trusted it would now go on in an increasingly flourishing degree , and sustain the reputation it had gained in way of supporting tho deserving institutions which were the pride
of the Fraternity . He expatiated on the great spirit and enterprise of tho mercantile marine , which had aided so materially in building up the commercial greatness of this empire , and said it was a pleasure to come into the East-end and to meet the representatives of tho merchant navy of England assembled under the banner of this Lodge . He then alluded in an interesting manner to the changes
which had taken placo in the Boys' ancl Girls' Schools , with tho view of giving increased facilities ; and quoted statistical returns to illustrate the vast amount of good which was being done in these invaluable institutions . Tho W . M . then proposed tho toast of the Officers of the Merchant Navy Lodgo , whom he described as the back-bone of his support , and from whom he trusted he should receive such
assistance in the coming year as would enable him to discharge his duties with credit to himself ancl satisfaction to tho general body of the brethren . The taast was cordially received and acknowledged by Bro . Breden , I . P . M . Several other complimentary toasts were honoured , and , amidst an abundance of good singing , mirth , and harmony , the brethren continued to pass a very harmonious time until tho "drowsy god" bade them reluctantly to separate .
Amhurst Lodge, No. 1223.
AMHURST LODGE , No . 1223 .
r piIE installation of Bro . C . Banks as W . M . of this Lodge look -L place on Saturday last , at the King ' s Arms Hotel , Westerham , in tho presence of a goodly attendance of members ancl visitors , amongst whom were many Officers of rank . The brethren assembled at the Cannon-street Station of the South Eastern Railway , ancl on their arrival at Sevenoaks they were met by a number of conveyances in which they proceeded to the place of meeting , enjoying in the
course of a six miles drive somo of the most beautiful scenery for which the " Garden of England " is famed . At half past two o ' clock tho Lodge was opened iu due form by tho retiring W . M . Bro . A . W . Duret , who was supported by Bros . 0 . Banks S . W ., C . Dockl J . W ., R . Dartnell Treasurer , J . II . Jewell P . M . Sec , Webb S . D ., Miller J . D ., F . J . Baker I . G ., Newsom P . M ., T . Mortlock P . M . ( honorary
members ) , C . J . Dodd I . P . M ., Newsom P . P . G . S . B . Kent . A Board of Installed Masters was opened , and Bro . Banks tho W . M . elect was presented to the Lodge , and subsequently installed into the chair by the retiring W . M . Bro . Duret , Bros . Newsom and Mortlock temporarily occupying the Wardens' chairs . The ceremony was perfectly and impressively rendered , and at its conclusion Bro . Duret
was warmly congratulated by the brethren and visitors . The W . M . having beeu saluted , ho invested his Officers for tho ensuing year as follow : —A . W . Duret I . P . M ., C . Dodd S . W ., J . Webb J . W ., R . Dartnell P . M . Treasurer , J . H . Jewell P . G . O . Secretary , S . Smith S . D ., F . J . Baker J . D ., Owen I . G ., S . Lava D . C . and Allison Tyler . Iu accordance with tho Bye-laws of the P . G . Lodge , Bro . E . J . Dodd
P . M . was elected a member of tho Charity Committee . Letters expressing their regret at being unavoidably prevented from attending the meeting were read from Viscount Holmesdale Prov . G . Master , and several other Grand Officers . Pursuant to notice of motion , Bro . Dodd P . M . proposed , aud Bro . Dartnell seconded , that a P . M . jewel be presented to tho retiring W . M ., in recognition of tho valuable services he had rendered
to the Lodgo during his year of ofhec . This resolution , after somo complimentary remarks from Bro . Mortlock P . M ., was carried amidst acclamation . Tho W . M . then , in appropriate terms , presented to Bro . Duret I . P . M . the handsome and massivo jewel which had been
subscribed for by the brethren , expressing the hope that he might . live long to wear it , and adding that he only echoed the sentiments of one aud all by whom he was surrounded when he said that such a jewel could not havo been more worthily bestowed . The recipient of the gift acknowledged the kindliness aud brotherly feeling which had
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prompted it , ancl testified to his entire confidence in hia successor ia office . At tho conclusion of bnsiness the brethren safc down to an excellent banquet provided by Bro . P . M . Hadley , whose arrangements for tho comfort and convenience of his guests elicited unbounded expressions of approbation . Tho customary loyal and Masonic toasts wero then disposed of , Bros . Jewell and Newsom responding to the
toast of our Provincial rulers . The health of the newly-installed W . M . was next proposed iu felicitous terms by Bro . Duret , tho toast being received with tho utmost cordiality by tho brethren . BID . Banks , in acknowledging the compliment , hoped that during his tenure of office ho might be able to discharge his onerous duties satisfactorily , and that he might merit tho praise which thoy had so justly accorded to
him who had this day vacated the chair . Before sitting down he proposed tho health of the visitors , coupled with the names of Bros . H . M . Levy and Dawson , who , in the course of their replies , expressed the pleasure it had afforded them to see how well every detail of the work had boon carried out . The W . M . thou proposed the health of the Past Masters of tho Lodgo , alluding to tho valuable assistance thoy at all
times rendered to the brethren . Bro . Duret J . P . M . returned thanks , in doiug which he said ho was deeply sensible of the complimentary observations which the brethren had been pleased to pass upon his mode of working ; but all he did was for the benefit of the Lodgo , ancl he hoped every officer ancl brother would do his utmost to assist the W . M . in carrying out tho duties that wero expected of thorn .
Bro . Newsom followed on behalf of tho P . M . ' s , and Bro . Dodd added a few words in reply , intimating that he was a Steward for tho next anniversary Festival of tho Girls' School , and he was sure such a Charity needed and deserved thoir every support , whilst Bro . Dodd , as Steward for the Boys' School , spoko equally in favour of that excellent institution , and hoped tho brethren would divide their favours . The W . M . then proposed the health of thoir highly
esteemed and respected Bro . Mortlock P . M ., whose excellent working was proverbial ; and Bro . Mortlock expressed his desire to acquit himself on all occasions iu such a manner as to reflect credit on the Lodge . The health of the Officers , and several other complimentary toasts woro honoured , and after spending a very joyous meeting , the brethren returned to their vehicles , aud drove to tho station for home .
Eoyal Alfred Lodge No . 780 . —The first meeting of the season 1879 was held on Friday , the 28 th ult ., at tho Star aud Garden , Kew Bridge , wheu there was a strong attendance of tho members , though we missed several of tho well known faces we are accustomed to greet at this popular Lodge . Bro . Charles May opened his Lodgo at two o ' clock , when ho was supported by Bros .
W . Gomm S . W ., B . Blasby J . W ., Walter Goss I . P . M . and Treasurer , Wm . Hilton P . M . Sec , Costelow S . D ., Franckel J . D ., Gnnner I . G ., Tarling W . S ., Gilbert Tyler . At this Lodgo a cordial welcome is always extendjd to Visitors , and on this occasion there woro present in that capacity Bros . I . Murray P . D . G . M . Cuina , W . Maxwell Gow Gool Hope , R . White 101 , E . Matthews 173 , W . W .
Morgan Sec . 211 , A . Ruttwun 249 , George C . Saver 315 , C . Misselbrook 781 , F . Skinner 813 , W . F . Tindall 1351 , G . Lewis Lnker 1441 , G . Phillips 1512 , H . E . Tucker Troa . Ifil 2 , A . Botley 1 U 12 , George L . Feuucv 1 G 36 . The agenda paper—always a full one here—gavo tho names of seven candidates for tho third degree , and there wero three candidates who presented themselves to pass tho ordeal of the
ballot . After tho minutes had been read and confirmed , Lodge was opened up , aud Brothers John Snook , Edwin Eydmann , John Henry Jarvis , Richard Wood , and Robert Gilford underwent aud passed a satisfactory examiuatiou . In due course the ceremony of raising was performed . Mr . George Cumbers and Mr . Robert Charles Owen Emmerson sustained their appeal for admission into
onr mysteries , ancl tho former gentleman , who was present , was introduced , aud duly initiated . The W . M . performed both ceremonies most perfectly , aud the way he was supported by his Officers reflected great credit , not only on them individually , but upon Bro . J . Chambers Roe P . M ., who so ably fulfils the duties of Preceptor at the Lodgo of Instruction associated with tho Royal Alfred . Several
matters of interest were then discussed by the members , and Lodge was closed . Brother Stanbury ' s new banquet hall now became the centre of attraction for the guests assemble I . The worthy host had provided a most inviting banquet , and tho vi mils seemed to the taste of one and all . On tho removal of the cloth , tho toast list was considered . With the toast of the Grand Officers was
associated the name of Bro . Henry Murray Past Deputy District Grand Master for China , who expressed his gratification at the cordial greeting ho had met with , and offered some amusing details as to what was being done by Freemasons in China . This dis . tinguished brother gavo particulars as to tho cosmopolitan character of our Institution , but declared that in the course of his experience
ho had never mot with a Chinese Freemason ; in fact , there was an insuperable barrier to this section of the community joining our ranks , as thero was no means by which they could be made to undertake the necessary obligation . Bro . Murray closed his remarks , which were listened to with great attention , by again thauking the W . M . and brethren for the reception they had given
him . To Bro . Walter Goss was entrusted the gavel to propose tho health of the W . M ; this he did in most felicitous terms . Bro . May thanked the brethren for tho kindness they had shown him both in tho Lodge and at the banquet table . It was to the brethren of this Lodge lie was iudebtod for what little Masonic knowledge ho possessed , and he -would exercise his knowledge to further tho
interests of ireemasoury . lhe remaining toasts received further recognition , and when the assemblage dispersed , each brother Mb that the proceedings throughout were of a most enjoyable character . Bro . Tarling , the D . of C , was most assiduous in looking after the jomfort of tho several Visitors , who seemed thoroughly to appreciate his kindness .
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Merchant Navy Lodge, No. 781.
Breden I . P . M . gavo the health of the newly-installed Master , the to-ist being received with ringing cheers . In giving the toast , Bro . Breden referred at somo length to the assiduity and attention which Bro . Gavin had paid to his duties , and the satisfaction tho brethren all experienced at seeing him elevated to tho supreme rule of tho Lodge . Ho trusted and believed that all tho Officers whom their W . M . had
to-day invested would rally around him , and support him iu the arduous duties he had undertaken . If they all worked unanimously together , they could surmount any difficulty , and ho trusted that in the coining year the Merchant Navy Lodgo would well sustain tho prostigo it had won for its united strength . Tho Worshipful Master , iu response , expressed his deep seuso of tho honour
which had been that day conferred upon mm , aud promised that it should bo his constant aim to support tho dignity and rightly te discharge tho trust which had been committed to him . He was confident that in this endeavour he should be readily supported by those who had preceded him in office , as well as by tho brethren whom he had been pleased to appoint as his coadjutors to-day
Before sitting down , the W . M . gavo tho health of tho Visitors , of whom ho was proud to seo so goodly an array , and ho assured them that tho Merchant Navy Lodge was always pleased to extend a cordial welcome to all brethren who honoured it with their countenance . Tho toast was received with musical honours , and P . M . ' s Bros . C . R . Bennett 1382 , and W . C . Barlow
174 , severally acknowledged tho compliment , referring generally to the charities which were tho pride and boast of tho Fraternity . Then followed the toast of the Masonic Charities , coupled with the name of Bro . Terry , who responded in a lengthy and eloquent appeal on behalf of the invaluable institutions of which he is the representative . He acknowledged the valuable aid which had been rendered
to the charities by the Merchant Navy Lodge , under whoso banner he was very pleased to be enrolled . This Lodge had experienced many vicissitudes , and it could not be said of it that it had no history ; and he trusted it would now go on in an increasingly flourishing degree , and sustain the reputation it had gained in way of supporting tho deserving institutions which were the pride
of the Fraternity . He expatiated on the great spirit and enterprise of tho mercantile marine , which had aided so materially in building up the commercial greatness of this empire , and said it was a pleasure to come into the East-end and to meet the representatives of tho merchant navy of England assembled under the banner of this Lodge . He then alluded in an interesting manner to the changes
which had taken placo in the Boys' ancl Girls' Schools , with tho view of giving increased facilities ; and quoted statistical returns to illustrate the vast amount of good which was being done in these invaluable institutions . Tho W . M . then proposed tho toast of the Officers of the Merchant Navy Lodgo , whom he described as the back-bone of his support , and from whom he trusted he should receive such
assistance in the coming year as would enable him to discharge his duties with credit to himself ancl satisfaction to tho general body of the brethren . The taast was cordially received and acknowledged by Bro . Breden , I . P . M . Several other complimentary toasts were honoured , and , amidst an abundance of good singing , mirth , and harmony , the brethren continued to pass a very harmonious time until tho "drowsy god" bade them reluctantly to separate .
Amhurst Lodge, No. 1223.
AMHURST LODGE , No . 1223 .
r piIE installation of Bro . C . Banks as W . M . of this Lodge look -L place on Saturday last , at the King ' s Arms Hotel , Westerham , in tho presence of a goodly attendance of members ancl visitors , amongst whom were many Officers of rank . The brethren assembled at the Cannon-street Station of the South Eastern Railway , ancl on their arrival at Sevenoaks they were met by a number of conveyances in which they proceeded to the place of meeting , enjoying in the
course of a six miles drive somo of the most beautiful scenery for which the " Garden of England " is famed . At half past two o ' clock tho Lodge was opened iu due form by tho retiring W . M . Bro . A . W . Duret , who was supported by Bros . 0 . Banks S . W ., C . Dockl J . W ., R . Dartnell Treasurer , J . II . Jewell P . M . Sec , Webb S . D ., Miller J . D ., F . J . Baker I . G ., Newsom P . M ., T . Mortlock P . M . ( honorary
members ) , C . J . Dodd I . P . M ., Newsom P . P . G . S . B . Kent . A Board of Installed Masters was opened , and Bro . Banks tho W . M . elect was presented to the Lodge , and subsequently installed into the chair by the retiring W . M . Bro . Duret , Bros . Newsom and Mortlock temporarily occupying the Wardens' chairs . The ceremony was perfectly and impressively rendered , and at its conclusion Bro . Duret
was warmly congratulated by the brethren and visitors . The W . M . having beeu saluted , ho invested his Officers for tho ensuing year as follow : —A . W . Duret I . P . M ., C . Dodd S . W ., J . Webb J . W ., R . Dartnell P . M . Treasurer , J . H . Jewell P . G . O . Secretary , S . Smith S . D ., F . J . Baker J . D ., Owen I . G ., S . Lava D . C . and Allison Tyler . Iu accordance with tho Bye-laws of the P . G . Lodge , Bro . E . J . Dodd
P . M . was elected a member of tho Charity Committee . Letters expressing their regret at being unavoidably prevented from attending the meeting were read from Viscount Holmesdale Prov . G . Master , and several other Grand Officers . Pursuant to notice of motion , Bro . Dodd P . M . proposed , aud Bro . Dartnell seconded , that a P . M . jewel be presented to tho retiring W . M ., in recognition of tho valuable services he had rendered
to the Lodgo during his year of ofhec . This resolution , after somo complimentary remarks from Bro . Mortlock P . M ., was carried amidst acclamation . Tho W . M . then , in appropriate terms , presented to Bro . Duret I . P . M . the handsome and massivo jewel which had been
subscribed for by the brethren , expressing the hope that he might . live long to wear it , and adding that he only echoed the sentiments of one aud all by whom he was surrounded when he said that such a jewel could not havo been more worthily bestowed . The recipient of the gift acknowledged the kindliness aud brotherly feeling which had
Amhurst Lodge, No. 1223.
prompted it , ancl testified to his entire confidence in hia successor ia office . At tho conclusion of bnsiness the brethren safc down to an excellent banquet provided by Bro . P . M . Hadley , whose arrangements for tho comfort and convenience of his guests elicited unbounded expressions of approbation . Tho customary loyal and Masonic toasts wero then disposed of , Bros . Jewell and Newsom responding to the
toast of our Provincial rulers . The health of the newly-installed W . M . was next proposed iu felicitous terms by Bro . Duret , tho toast being received with tho utmost cordiality by tho brethren . BID . Banks , in acknowledging the compliment , hoped that during his tenure of office ho might be able to discharge his onerous duties satisfactorily , and that he might merit tho praise which thoy had so justly accorded to
him who had this day vacated the chair . Before sitting down he proposed tho health of the visitors , coupled with the names of Bros . H . M . Levy and Dawson , who , in the course of their replies , expressed the pleasure it had afforded them to see how well every detail of the work had boon carried out . The W . M . thou proposed the health of the Past Masters of tho Lodgo , alluding to tho valuable assistance thoy at all
times rendered to the brethren . Bro . Duret J . P . M . returned thanks , in doiug which he said ho was deeply sensible of the complimentary observations which the brethren had been pleased to pass upon his mode of working ; but all he did was for the benefit of the Lodgo , ancl he hoped every officer ancl brother would do his utmost to assist the W . M . in carrying out tho duties that wero expected of thorn .
Bro . Newsom followed on behalf of tho P . M . ' s , and Bro . Dodd added a few words in reply , intimating that he was a Steward for tho next anniversary Festival of tho Girls' School , and he was sure such a Charity needed and deserved thoir every support , whilst Bro . Dodd , as Steward for the Boys' School , spoko equally in favour of that excellent institution , and hoped tho brethren would divide their favours . The W . M . then proposed the health of thoir highly
esteemed and respected Bro . Mortlock P . M ., whose excellent working was proverbial ; and Bro . Mortlock expressed his desire to acquit himself on all occasions iu such a manner as to reflect credit on the Lodge . The health of the Officers , and several other complimentary toasts woro honoured , and after spending a very joyous meeting , the brethren returned to their vehicles , aud drove to tho station for home .
Eoyal Alfred Lodge No . 780 . —The first meeting of the season 1879 was held on Friday , the 28 th ult ., at tho Star aud Garden , Kew Bridge , wheu there was a strong attendance of tho members , though we missed several of tho well known faces we are accustomed to greet at this popular Lodge . Bro . Charles May opened his Lodgo at two o ' clock , when ho was supported by Bros .
W . Gomm S . W ., B . Blasby J . W ., Walter Goss I . P . M . and Treasurer , Wm . Hilton P . M . Sec , Costelow S . D ., Franckel J . D ., Gnnner I . G ., Tarling W . S ., Gilbert Tyler . At this Lodgo a cordial welcome is always extendjd to Visitors , and on this occasion there woro present in that capacity Bros . I . Murray P . D . G . M . Cuina , W . Maxwell Gow Gool Hope , R . White 101 , E . Matthews 173 , W . W .
Morgan Sec . 211 , A . Ruttwun 249 , George C . Saver 315 , C . Misselbrook 781 , F . Skinner 813 , W . F . Tindall 1351 , G . Lewis Lnker 1441 , G . Phillips 1512 , H . E . Tucker Troa . Ifil 2 , A . Botley 1 U 12 , George L . Feuucv 1 G 36 . The agenda paper—always a full one here—gavo tho names of seven candidates for tho third degree , and there wero three candidates who presented themselves to pass tho ordeal of the
ballot . After tho minutes had been read and confirmed , Lodge was opened up , aud Brothers John Snook , Edwin Eydmann , John Henry Jarvis , Richard Wood , and Robert Gilford underwent aud passed a satisfactory examiuatiou . In due course the ceremony of raising was performed . Mr . George Cumbers and Mr . Robert Charles Owen Emmerson sustained their appeal for admission into
onr mysteries , ancl tho former gentleman , who was present , was introduced , aud duly initiated . The W . M . performed both ceremonies most perfectly , aud the way he was supported by his Officers reflected great credit , not only on them individually , but upon Bro . J . Chambers Roe P . M ., who so ably fulfils the duties of Preceptor at the Lodgo of Instruction associated with tho Royal Alfred . Several
matters of interest were then discussed by the members , and Lodge was closed . Brother Stanbury ' s new banquet hall now became the centre of attraction for the guests assemble I . The worthy host had provided a most inviting banquet , and tho vi mils seemed to the taste of one and all . On tho removal of the cloth , tho toast list was considered . With the toast of the Grand Officers was
associated the name of Bro . Henry Murray Past Deputy District Grand Master for China , who expressed his gratification at the cordial greeting ho had met with , and offered some amusing details as to what was being done by Freemasons in China . This dis . tinguished brother gavo particulars as to tho cosmopolitan character of our Institution , but declared that in the course of his experience
ho had never mot with a Chinese Freemason ; in fact , there was an insuperable barrier to this section of the community joining our ranks , as thero was no means by which they could be made to undertake the necessary obligation . Bro . Murray closed his remarks , which were listened to with great attention , by again thauking the W . M . and brethren for the reception they had given
him . To Bro . Walter Goss was entrusted the gavel to propose tho health of the W . M ; this he did in most felicitous terms . Bro . May thanked the brethren for tho kindness they had shown him both in tho Lodge and at the banquet table . It was to the brethren of this Lodge lie was iudebtod for what little Masonic knowledge ho possessed , and he -would exercise his knowledge to further tho
interests of ireemasoury . lhe remaining toasts received further recognition , and when the assemblage dispersed , each brother Mb that the proceedings throughout were of a most enjoyable character . Bro . Tarling , the D . of C , was most assiduous in looking after the jomfort of tho several Visitors , who seemed thoroughly to appreciate his kindness .