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Henderson , Enssell , Griffiths , & c . The members wero summoned to attend afc 2 . 30 p . m . The Lodge being duly opened , and the usnal formalities complied with , ifc was worked np to the third degree , and Bros . Airey and Athertou were raised . Tho main feature in the business of the Lodgo was the ceremony of installing Bro . T . Largo . As most of onr readers know the usnal indispensable preliminaries !

in tho ceremony , ifc is needless to enter into details . Suffice it to say that Bro . Largo was formally introduced to tho W . M ., and finally proclaimed as Worshipfnl Master for tho ensning year . He appointed his Officers : —Bros . Thomas Summons T . P . M ., Henry Jackson P . M . D . C , Robert Leason S . W ., W . C Rrwin J . W ., R . II . Evans P . M . Treas ., Benjamin Price Sec , James Pilling S . D ., R . J . L . Kynaston

J . D ., W . H . Jewitt I . G ., M . Callaghan S . Steward , G . B . Tenison J . S ., J . J . Smith and Jas . Tomlin A . S ., Thomas Pierreponfc Organist , M . Williamson Tyler . Bro . Jackson delivered tho charges in a masterly manner , and wo are sure tho Hamer Lodge will not lose a particle of its lustre nnder tho Mastership of Bro . Large . Previons to closing tho Lodge , Bro . McCarthy proposed , and Bro .

Sammons seconded a proposition that a voto of thanks bo tendered Bros . Honlding , Jones , and Birket for thoir efforts in procuring the election of a son of our late Bro . Phillips into the Blue Coat School , the same to bo entered on tho minutes of the Lodge;—carried unanimously . Tho W . M . then signified his pleasure to banquet with tho brethren . Ifc is to bo regretted that some ono did not endeavour to impress on

tho minds of those who had the management of thoBanquetting-hall that ventilation is a great acquisition to comfort , when the thermometer stands near 90 degrees . The Committee cannot bo too highly complimented on the efforts they made for tho enjoyment of each and all , and the Lodge must bo congratulated on having been honoured with tho company of so many talented brethren . We

allude , of course , to tho excellent musical selection which sundry of thorn present contributed . Bro . John Hill exhibited the extraordinary compass of his voice , and his complete mastery over it delighted all . Bro . Eiehardsnn kepb tho hrethren in a merry strain , and his humorous sketches produced roars of laughter . The quartette , by Brothers Child , Busfield , Bryan

and Hoborfc , was capitally rendered and highly appreciated . Tho solos of Bros . Hoberfc and Busfield wero admirably sung , and the trio by Bros . Hoberfc , Child and Bryan received n hearty reception . The musical arrangements wore , indeed , rendered complete by the presence of onr highly esteemed and talented Prov . Grand Organist , Bro . J . Skeaf , who presided afc the pianoforte . During the evening

he kindly gavo the " Sabbath Evening Chimes" and " Bells of Ahordovey , " and mado tho instrument ring out most exquisitely . The Worshipful Master , in a few well chosen words , gavo the first toast of the evening , —Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen , —and all joined in tho National Anthem . This was followed by H . R . H . tho Prince of Wales , the Princess of Wales , and the rosfc of the Eoyal

Family , which was most heartily drunk , the brethren singing " God Bless the Princo of Wales . " By command of the W . Master , Bro . S . Warden proposed the health of the Pro Grand Master and the Officers of Grand Lodge . The example of Masonic zeal set before ns by Grand Lodge Officers was worthy of emulation . The toast was cordially drunk . Tho J . Warden gavo tho toast of tho Prov . G . Master

and the Officers of Prov . Grand Lodge ; he had much pleasure in doing so , as all knew tho deep interest Lord Skelmersdale takes in the Order , and that estimable Brother would bo with ns more fre - quently if his attendance were necessary . He had mnch pleasure in uniting with tho toast the names of Bro . Jackson P . G . A . D . C , and Bro . J . Skeaf P . G . O . Bro . Jackson , in reply , assured tho brethren thafc

he considered ifc a great honour to havo his namo associated with tho toast . He considered it a proud day when Lord Skelmersdale put the collar of office round his neck . Their Prov . Grand Master did his duty freely and voluntarily ; ho had many engagements , which prevented his being as often Masonically in the Provinco as ho ( tho speaker ) knew ho desired . Lord Skelmersdale had his time taken

up considerably by the various distinguished Orders he belonged tofor iustance , the Red Cross , tho Orders of Knights of Malta ] and so on , np to tho thirty-third degree , besides hia official duties , and the offices of state . Now , as regards himself , he was pleased to receive the office of D . of C of this Lodge , and trusted he might be able to do his duty faithfully , and emulate in a fraternal spirit his

predecessor . Bro . Skeaf said his esteemed brother had dwelt on so many subjects , and touched on so many topics , that there was nothing left for him to say . Ho would , however , repeat what he had often told the brethren before , thafc ho was ever ready to do his ntmosfc for the Craffc . It may bo remarked here , that every brother appreciates the kindness of Bro . Skeaf , aud in him Prov . Grand Lodge has a good

officer , who does his duty thoroughly . Bro . Sammons now rose to propose the toast of the evening . Some timo ago ho had tho pleasure of investing tho present Worshipfnl Master as I . G . of tho Lodge , and to-day he had the pleasure of investing him as Worshipful Master . He was sure from the deep interest he takes in Freemasonry , and the fraternal feeling ho has for the Lodge , he will do honour to the post , and when his term of office expires will receive tho applanse of the

Lod ge . The toast was received with mnsical and Masonic honours . The Worshipfnl Master thanked tho I . P . M . He owed the brethren a deep debt of gratitude for receiving the toast in such a hearty manner . If he were gifted with tho eloquence of some of his predecessors , he might easily express how deeply grateful ho was for the great hononr they had conferred on him in placing him whore ho was . He assured them he should do his ntmosfc to

give satisfaction , and trusted when ho vacated tho chair tho Lodge would bo in a moro prosperous state than now . ( Cheers ) . He was fusions to see the Lodgo take a moro active part in the Provincial Charities and the great Charities which are centred in London . Tho Hamer Lodge should bo tho best Lodge in West Lancashire

and , to use a familiar phrase , we have the men , and ho hoped wc should have the money too . ( Applause ) . Bro . McCarthy relieved the duties of the W . M . by proposing tho health of the I . P . M . and Installing Master . In pnttiug the donble toast into one he paid a high tribute of respect to Bro . Sammons . Bro . McCarthy digressed

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a little from the subject in hand by referring to the gratification ho fell ; in seeing Bro . Large in the East . Ho returned to the subject , however , and finally complimented Bro . Jackson on the efficient manner he did his portion of tho ceremony . When Bro . McCarthy had concluded his remarks the Worshipful Master rose—It had been his pleasure to reserve to himself tho great gratification of carrying

out tho behests of the Lodge by presenting to tho worthy I . P . M . a Past Master ' s jewel . Ho hoped ho might havo long life to wear ifc , and that ho might hand ifc down to his heirs as a memento of the esteem and regard in whioh ho had boon hold by tho brethren . Bro . Sammons cordially thanked tho brethren for their mark of esteem , as well as for past kindnesses ; ho wished the Lodge every

success undor its new Master . Bro . Jackson followed , and gavo all credit for the success of tho installation to Bro . Sammons . Bro . Jones proposed tho Masonic Charities ; tho brethren of tho Hamer are never backward in recognising tho importance of tho Charities ; tho toast was dnly honoured , and Bro . Sammons mado good nso of his opportunity to personally appeal to each brother

round the board . Lot ns hope lio met with a liberal response . The W . M . now rose to propose tho health of tho Past Masters ; if he talked for a month he could not say too mnch in their favour , therefore , on this occasion , they would kindly tako tho will for tho deed ; tho toast was drunk and duly responded to by Bro . McCarthy . To Bro . Evans was entrusted tho toast of tho Visitors ; ho explained

the reason why so fow wero present , yefc to all who were thero he , in the namo of tho Lodge , accorded a cordial welcome . Bro . Joseph Wood responded ; he felt vory grateful for the kind hospitality shown them ; thoy would , no doubt , agree with him in saying they wore highly pleased with tho programme , from tho installation to the present moment . Bro . Bryan returned thanks for tho mnsical

brethren ; ho could nofc let tho present opportunity pass without expressing his thanks for tho cordial reception tho toast of tho Visitors had received ; ho felt sure tho musical brethren wero ever ready to exert themselves to add to tho solemnity of the ceremonies or tho pleasures of the table . Tho W . M . next gavo tho Officers ; ho paid a compliment to each , but especially to the S . W .,

in whom ho stated ho had ono of the most efficient and genuine Masons thafc could sit in a Lodge . Tho toast was most enthusiastically drunk . Bro . S . Warden responded in a capital speech , which was only brought to a close from sheer necessity to catch the train . He had worked from the lowest rung of the ladder to his present position , and his rise had been regular , if nofc rapid ; he had contemplated each

promotion with peculiar pride . He felt proud afc getting into office , and ifc would be a satisfaction to do his dnfcy with credit to himself and tho Lodgo . In his new appointment he wonld work with zeal . He had already travelled 2 , 800 miles to attend thoso duties , and he would yefc add a large addition to thafc number if necessity required it . Tho J . W . also responded , and ho was

followed by several of the other Officers . Bro . Tenison replied for the Stewards , after which Bro . Evans proposed tho Masonic Press , uniting with ifc tho namo of Bro . Davies . Bro . Davies , FREEMASON ' CITROXICT . E , said he felt tho honour conferred npon him . Ho thanked the brethren for receiving the toasb so enthusiastically . The Masonic Press had a sacred and most important duty to perform ; as far as ho

was concerned that dnfcy shonld bo faithfully and impartially carries out . He attached great value to representing things as thoy truly were—in holding up for example and guidance the good and trnly sincere members of the Craffc , afc the same time to admonish tho apathetic members in Lodges and Provinces . He knew tho evil of indiscriminate praise , and he felt there was too much of ifc introduced .

As a keen observer of events , and having a practical knowledge and deep love for the Craft , ho took exception to many things which others would heedlessly pass over . Our brother then referred to several matters which had strnok him during tho day ' s proceedings . He assured Bro . Evans thafc the FREEMASON ' S Cnuoxrcr . K was ever ready to throw tho broad mantle of Charity over tho failings of thoso whose proceedings were open to condemnation , and would ever strive

to uphold the dignity of the C * affc . The W . M . next gave Prosperity to tho Lodgo of Instruction , and united therewith the names of tho Preceptor . Bro . Sammons felt moro pleasure in responding to this , than to any other toast . Ho urged the brethren to renewed energy , and to constant attendance . The Members of tho Hamer Lodge were next honoured , and with tho toast was coupled the name of Bro . Honlding , who replied . The Tyler ' s toasb was then given , and tho brethren aepai-afced .

Hemming Lodge , No . 1512 . —This Lodge held au emergency meeting on Thursday , the 4 th of July , at the Lodge room , Lion Hotel , Hampton . Present — Bros . John Hammond P . M . 201 P . G . Steward Middlesex W . M ., 0 . W . Fox W . M . 132 G S . W ., J . E . Hunt acting J . W ., W . Hammond P . P . G . D . Middlesex Sec , T . W . Ockenden S . D ., T . C Walls P . P . G . Org . Middlesex J . D ., W . Knowles acting D . C , W . C Davey acting I . G ., J . Gilbert Prov . G . Tyler

Middlesex Tyler ; Bros . W . J . Day , D . Papworth , W . Beanchamp , James Patey . Visitor—Bro . 0 . Norris , Domatic Lodge 177 . The bnsiness comprised the initiation of Messrs . T . Cox and Montague L . Carpenter ; the passing of Bro . J . Patey ; and the raising Bros . D . Papworth and W . Beanchamp . A proposition to contribute fivo guineas from the Lodge funds to tho Burdett Testimonial was carried unanimously . Letters of apology for absence wero read from tho Provincial Grand Master and others .

Sir Hugh My ddelton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1602 . —At the Crown and Woolpack Tavern , St . John-street-road , on Tuesday last . Bros . Hallam sen . W . M ., W . Rowley S . W ., J . Rimoll J . W ., W . Payne S . D ., Hallam jun . J . D ., R . W . Monntstephcn I . G ., R . Pearcy Preceptor , J . Osborne Sec . ; also Bros . W . B . Kidder , J . Stock , Powell , C J . G . Wood , Hirst , W . Norris , Green , IJyland , Cooke , F . Goodo and others . The Lodge was opened , aud tho minutes read and confirmed . The first section of the first lecture was worked