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FORTITUDE AND OLD CUMBERLAND , No . 120 .

THIS Lodge held its Installation meeting on Monday , the 2 nd instant , at the Ship and Turtle , Leadenhall-streefc . In the room were displayed the banners of many distinguished P . M . ' s . Bros . W . H . Bateman W . M ., H . Mower S . W ., R . Coombs J . W ., L . Ruf p if . Treas ., W . A . Snelgrove Secretary , E . E . B . Kidder J . D ., Bandenbauch I . G .. W . C . Beedell D . C ., P . M . ' s W . B . Kidder , Dudley

Rolls , Sidney Rolls , G . Angold , Lemaitre , Nicols , Lilley , R . W . Stewart P . G . D . After preliminary business a ballot was taken for the admission of Mr . H . A . Rolls , which was unanimous in his favour ; by the courtesy of the W . M . he was initated into the Order by Bro . Dudley Rolls P . M ., who performed his duty in a careful and perfect manner . The W . M . then resumed

the chair , and showed his proficiency by passing Bro . Lndovio Noel . A Board of Installed Masters was opened , Brother Henry Mower S . W . and W . M . elect was presented to the Lodge , and duly installed into the chair by Bro . W . B . Kidder P . M ., in the presence of thirteen W . M . ' s and P . M . ' s . Bro . Kidder was warmly congratulated by the brethren for the able manner he performed the ceremony . The

newly-installed W . M . was saluted , and invested the following as hjs Officers :-Bros . W . H . Bateman I . P . M ., R . Coombs S . W ., E . E . B . Kidder J . W ., L . Ruf P . M . Treasurer ( re-elected for the fifteenth time ) , A . Snelgrove P . M . Seoretary , Beedell S . D ., Bandenbauch J . D ., Matthews I . G ., Pigache D . C ., Marsh Tyler . The W . M ., in feeling terms , presented the retiring P . M . with a very elegant

jewel , for the able and efficient manner he had discharged his duty , and in token of the regard and esteem in which he is held . Bro . Batemnn returned thanks for the valuable gift , and the kind expressions of the W . M . The resignation of a brother was accepted with regret . Bro . Kidder announced the death of a brother belonging to the Lodge , who was respected by them all . Hearty good wishes

were then given , and Lodgo was closed . The brethren , fifty-five in number , sat down to a richerchS banquet and dessert , that reflected great credit on Bros . C . and A . Painter . Grace having been sung , the W . M . proposed tho toast of the Qneen and tho Craft , and the National Anthem was sung . In proposing the toast of the & 1 . W . G . M . His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales , the W . M . said the Craft were

honoured by having one so beloved presiding . Only a short time time since , on tho occasion of the investiture of the Grand Secretary , the G . M . camo among the brethren , and every loyal heart beat with pleasure at seeing him . " Hark to the rolling drum " was then sung . The W . M . next proposed the toast of tho Pro G . M ., the Deputy G . M ., and the rest of the Grand Officers . He would couple with the

toast the name of a respected P . M . of the Lodge—Bro . Raynhatn Stewart , a Past Grand Officer of England . After Bro . Frank Ward had sung " Jack ' s Yarn , " Bro . Stewart P . G . D . rose : Ho felt proud to wear the purple of Grand Lodge ; he hoped the honour given to him would be continued to other members of this distinguished and ancient Lodge . Bro . Bateman I . P . M . then rose : He was pleased to

see the present W . M . in the chair he had just vacated . Bro . Mower had worked up to the chair , and hod filled every office in the Lodge ; he bad done his duty , and had gained the approbation of his colleagnes . The W . M ., on rising , was enthusiastically received . Ho could hardly say how deeply indebted he was to Bro . Bateman for his kind remarks ; for many years he had had an ardent wish to

become W . M . of this old and influential Lodge . In saying that he would do all in his power for their welfare , he was not unmindful that ho had to follow brethren whose names were known and respected ; however , all his energies would be devoted for tho welfare of the Lodge , and the comfort of the brethren . The W . M . said it was a rare event to have an initiate at tho installation meeting ; however , Bro .

H . A . Rolls had been favoured , and the ceremony had been performed to the satisfaction of every one by their respected P . M ., Bro . Dudley Rolls . Ho would ask them to drink the toast of the newly-initiated brother . Tho E . A . song was snug , and then tho toast was responded to . The W . M . proposed the health of the I . P . M . Bro . Bateman , who had done his duty in every way to their satisfaction . He hoped the

brethren would give the toast the reception it merited . Bro . Faulkner Leigh sang the " Death of Nelson . " Bro . Bateman thanked the W . M . for the toast so kindly proposed ; he appreciated the kindness of every brother who had assisted him . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the P . M . ' s ; they were brethren of influence , not

only in the Lodgo , but also in social life , where they were equally respected . " Soft , ye winds , " was then sung . Bro . Dudley Rolls 8 aid ho was pleased to see so numerous a gathering . It was gratifying to see the Lodge so flourishing . The W . M ., Bro . H . Mower , was one who would carry out in every respect the duties of the chair . The toast of the Visitors was next on the list . The W . M .

aw many distinguished brethren present ; it was by visiting Lodges * spirit of brotherly feeling was engendered ; ho hoped tho members would give the toast a hearty reception . Bro . Dr . Bamsay P . P . J . W . Middlesex responded to the toast : he was pleased to see an old friend in the chair . Several of the P . M . ' s were old and valued friends of his . well known in Freemasonry . The working and

hospitality of the Lodge was such that could not be excelled . The Installing Master , Bro . Kidder , was next complimented ; the W . M . could hardly find words to thank him for the able manner in which he had performed the ceremony of installation ; there was scarcely a hitch . As a thorough Mason and kind brother he trusted they would give Bro . Kidder's toast the reception it merited . After Bro .

a rank Leigh bad sung " The anchor ' s weighed , " Bro . W . B . Kidder replied . It was a source of satisfaction to hear that ho had done his duty . He was initiated in this Lodge , and whatever he had done , and whatever be might be called upon to do in the future , would be done with a will . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the Treasurer and Secretary j he had the honour of having the best of Treasnrers and

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Secretaries ; the former i 3 the father of the Lodge , and he had been re-elected for the fifteenth time . The more the brethren see of Bro . Ruf the more they like him . Bro . A . Snelgrove was his ( the W . M . ' s ) father in Freemasonry ; he was initiated , passed , and raised by him . The W . M . hoped that these brethren would have their health and a long life to be among the brethren of the Lodge . By particular desire

Bro . Pigache sang a song , and elicited the warmest plaudits . Bro . L . Ruf P . M . and Treasurer responded : it was satisfactory to know they thought he had done his duty , and fully appreciated his efforts , which would be always at the command of the members . Bro . A . Snelgrove followed ; he fully endorsed all Bro . Ruf had said . He hoped to be among them for many years . The W . M . then proposed

the toast of the Masonic Charities . With all the distress in the outer world , the Masonic Charities were well looked after . They had a brother among them high and distinguished in Freemasonry , who represented the Boys' School , —Bro . Binckes . He would ask them to drink the toast , coupled with his name . Bro . Binckes felt it a great compliment to be associated with the toast ; he regretted the absence of

Bro . Terry . The Festival of the R . M . B . I . would take place on Monday next . Owing to a death in his family , Bro . Terry could not be present that evening , but he ( Bro . Binokes ) trusted they would sympathise with him in his bereavement . The W . M . had spoken of the distress in commercial circles ; he would contrast with this the condition of tho Charities ; the snpport to the Charitable Institutions had not fallen

off , but those who sought their benefits were increasing in number . We have not the outer world to appeal to ; we ask only from members of the Craft . Bro . Binckes urged the members to do all they could for the three Institutions . The W . M . then proposed the toast of the Officers ; their working had given great satisfaction . Bro . Coombs S . W . returned thanks . He was followed by Bros . Kidder , Beedell , Matthews , and Pigache . The Tyler's toast was then given .

Bros . L . Ruf and Pigaohe were indefatigable in their exertions for the comfort of the brethren and Visitors . The music was under the direction of Bro . Ward . Among the Visitors were Bros . F . Binckes P . G . S ., W . Searles 127 , T . Robinson P . M . 917 , Wercheim 12 , W . T . Buck 1196 , F . Matthews 1766 , L . A . Mesrovyz W . M . 1238 , E . Storr 167 , Stevenson 192 , Dr . Ramsay P . P . G . W . Middlesex , Curtier 11 , Baelz 238 , Stevens 1793 , W . H . Smith J . W . 108 , F . Ward 1341 , Kirby , Barnes W . M . 66 , and H . M . Levy P . M . 188 .

BALL OF THE PHCENIX LODGE , No . 173 . THE annual ball of this ancient and flourishing Lodge was held on Thursday , 5 th inst ., at the Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen-street , under the presidency of the W . M . Bro . E . W . Allen and an efficient staff of Stewards , —Bros . J . Blyth S . W ., G . Carr , A . Conolly , D . Ferguson , Capt . J . Finch I . P . M ., F . Foyley S . D ., J . Gardner , G . Gutterbrook I . G ., F . Parker , S . S . Phillips P . M ., H . W . Davie W . S . Hon . Sec . and Treas . The ball was in every way a success , there beincr

over 200 guests present , Bros . Coote and Tinney ' s band played ex . cellent music , conducted by Bro . Thaddens Wells . During the inter , val a sumptuous supper was provided by Bro . A . Best , and superintended by Bro . E . Dawkins . The W . M . proposed the toast of tho Queen . Bro . Capt . Finch I . P . M ., in a very eloquent speech proposed the health of the W . M ., whom all respected . The fact of his

being elected to fill the chair so unanimously was sufficient to show appreciation . They had found he was tho right man in the right place . The ball , held annually , had been , and he was sure always would be , a success . Bro . Allen , in reply , thanked Bro . Finch for his kind expressions , and also the company for the enthusiastic manner in which the toast had been received . When he looked around and

saw so many happy and smiling faces he felt almost in a higher sphere . He trusted this evening would be remembered by all . He hoped to meet them on many happy occasions like the present . Bro . Davie Hon . Sec , in a very happy speech , returned thanks for the Stewards , and Bro . S . S . Phillips P . M . replied in a very humorous manner for the ladies . Dancing was kept up with great spirit until an early hour .

LODGE OF FRIENDSHIP , No . 928 .

THE installation of W . M . took place on Monday , 2 nd February , at PetersGeld . The Lodgo was close tyled at 4 p . m ., and tho brethren present were : —Bros . Creedon W . M . and W . M . elect , Pierson S . W ., Edgeler Treas . and Sec , Cordery S . D ., Burloy J . D ., Knight Tyler , L . B . Cole P . M ., J . Cole P . M ., J . Swan , J . Wood house , F . Mells J . Wright , C . Oakley , J . Whitefield , T . Gosden , C . Masters , W . Smoker ; Visiting Bros . T . Francis P . M . 804 , C . H . Liddell W . M . 804 ,

J . Leggatt I . P . M . 1428 , W . R . Carter 76 , F . C . Batchelor 76 , C . J . Slade 199 , W . Hawkins 319 , J . Cecconio 442 , G . P . Arnold 342 , G . Nayler 1776 , W . Marshallsay 1776 . The Board of installed Masters was opened by Bro . Edgeler , the installing master , the Wardens ' chairs being filled by Bro . Francis and L . B . Cole , Bro . Leggett performing the duty of I . G . Tho ceremony of installation was most

ably carried out by Ero . Edgeler , at the conclusion of which a vote of thanks , proposed by the W . M ., and seconded by Bro . L . B . Cole P . M ., was accorded . The W . M ., previous to investing his Officers , returned thanks to tho brethren of the Lodge for the honour conferred upon him by his re-election to the office of Master , and especially thanked Bro . Pierson for the part which he had taken , being S . W .

of the Lodge during the past year , and although the brother directly interested , the first to advocate his re-election . The W . M . proceeded to invest his Officers as follows , delivering the usual address to each : —Bros . J . Cole I . P . M ., H . Pierson S . W ., W . C Burley J . W ., J . Woodhouse S . D ., J . Swan J . D . J . P . Cordery D . C ., F . Mells I . G ., J . Wright

S . Steward , C . Oakley J . Steward , C . Knight Tyler . The brethren afterwards adjourned to the Red Lion Assembly Rooms , where the banquet was served in excellent style by Mr . and Mrs . Pay , after which the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given and duly honoured .