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Mark Masonry.
MARK MASONRY .
— : o : — SIMON DE ST . LIZ LODGE , No . 245 ,
ONE of the most noteworthy gatherings of the above Lodge was a special emergency meeting , hold on Tuesday evening , 10 th instant , at Northampton , under the presidency of the Worshipful Master , Bro . G . H . Perceval Provincial Grand Inspector of Works , assisted by Bros . J . J . Hart Provincial G . M . Overseer , Henry Brown P . P . J . G . W ., G . Ellard P . P . G . Overseer , Past Masters : and the
following Officers and brethren : —Bro . Butler Wilkins S . W ., E . Croft J . W ., J . Currall M . O ., A . Jones S . O ., H . V . Tebbutt J . O ., Rev . T . C . Beasley P . P . G . C . acting Chaplain , T . Emery Treasurer , T . Phipps Dorman Registrar of Marks , G . Butcher Seoretary , H . Hodges J . D ., G . Edmund Organist , J . A . Jowett I . G ., Robinson S . S .,
G . Robinson Tyler , J . Eunson , W . J . Howe , C . R . Nunn , H . J . Eunson , E . B . Fletcher , J . R . Shearsmith , J . A . S . Bouverie , R . J . Johnston , & o . After the routine formalities a ballot was taken , and Bro . the Earl of Euston was introduced for the purpose of being advanced to this honourable degree . The impressive ceremony was performed
in a faultless manner by the Worshipful Master . The brethren afterwards adjourned to a banquet , arranged by Mrs . Forth of the Peacock Hotel , iu the Lower Hall , where the usual toast list was opened by the Queen and Mark Masonry , and H . R . H . the Prince of Wales M . W . G . Mark Master , the Earl of Kintore M . W . Pro Grand
Master , Lord Egerton of Tatton Dep . G . M . M ., H . R . H . the Duke of Connaught G . S . W ., Lord Saltoun G . J . W ., and the Officers of Mark Grand Lodge . Bro . Wilkins proposed the R . W . Provincial Grand Master William Kelly , Esq ., F . H . S . Leicester , and the Provincial Grand Officers , present and past . Bro . Hart Prov . G . M . O . responded j
Bro . Beasley was entrusted with the toast of the W . M . of the Simon de St . Liz Lodge . Bro . Dorman proposed the Past Masters , Bro H . Brown P . P . G . J . W . responding ; and the Visitors waB proposed by Bro . Jones , and responded to by Bro . Johnston . The Officers of the
Lodge was submitted by Bro . Eunson , and responded to by Bro . Crofts J . W . Other toasts followed . The pleasure of the evening was greatly enhanced by Bro . Edward ' s manipulation of the pianoforte .
Chiswick Lodge, No. 2012.
CHISWICK LODGE , No . 2012 .
THE members of this Lodge gave a garden party oh Thursday , 12 th inst ., at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , when a number of ladies and brethren assembled . Snppe ' r was served at nine o'clock , previous to which dancing was enjoyed on the lawn , to the strains of the band of the local school . Bro . George Gardner , the Worshipful Master of the Lodge , presided at the supper , and at
its conclusion , he proposed the toast of the Queen , a toast which he felt sure would be as heartily honoured in the mixed assembly before him as ever it was at a regular Lodge meeting . Bro . Tyler , who filled the vice chair , proposed the health of the Chairman , to whose endeavours , he said , they were indebted for the day's gathering .
Bro . Gardner was a worthy Mason in every respect , a man of sterling worth , indefatigable in his endeavours to advance the interest of Freemasonry , and always ready to do anything that lay in his power for his brethren's enjoyment . Brother Gardner tendered his sincere thanks for the toast . He trusted the present
would not be the last occasion on which he should meet those then around him under similar circumstances . So long as he had health and strength it would be his endeavour to do all he could to secure the happiness and comfort of those with whom he was associated in Freemasonry . He next proposed the health of tho Ladies , which
toast was acknowledged by Bro . Wilson , after which the company repaired to the large hall of the Star and Garter , where dancing was renewed and continued until a late hour . Bro . J . Brill , the host of the establishment , was most attentive to the wants of his patrons , and did all that lay in his power to ensure the enjoyment of those
present . A lime light which he had provided , and which was directed on to the lawn during the evening , had a very pleasing effect , especially as the evening was rather heavy and overcast Among those present were : Bros . G . Gardner and party G . Hardy 2045 , H . Fruen and friends , W . Clowes 2012 , F . Walden
2012 and friends , E . A . Tilbury 975 , F . J . Harding 177 and friends , J . M . Coleman 198 and friends , F . Tyler S . W . 59 and friends , C . Packer 2012 , A . Skinner 2012 , L . Hollingsworth 1507 , R . Tyser 2012 , J . Brill 780 , 2012 and friends , W . C . Dickey 2012 , H . G . Haydcn 1795 , A . Wyld 72 and friends , N . Defriez P . M . 185 , L . P . Collins S . D .
22 , G , Sales 2012 and Miss Sales , W . H . Ellis 554 , J . Edwards 1602 and Mrs . Edwards , W . Lewin P . M . 1 G 95 , F . W . Wheeler 2012 , W . Ritchie 93 ( S . C . ) , R . G , Brooke , J . D . Ashby , A . J . Wise , R . W . Pittard , Walter Jackson , G . Slatter , E . Lister and friends , Mr . and Mrs . Byiield , H . Ewen and friends , Bro . and Mrs . Saunders ,
F . W . Lacey , 0 . H . Furrows , Arthur Bradbury , and others . Lord George Hamilton , who is a member of the Lodge , was expected , bud at the last moment his Lordship had to send a telegram expressing his inability to attend , and desiring to be excused to those who were assembled .
Fidelity Lodge of Instruction , "No . 3 . —At the weekly meeting held at tho Alfred , Roman-road , Barnsbury , on Wednesday , the 4 th instant , Bro . Gregory ocenpied the chair , stiDported by Bros . Messer S . W ., W . H . Ross J . W ., R , Ross S . D ., Bleakley J . D ., Anient I-G ., Ferguson Preceptor , Sylvester Treasurer , Dinasdale Secretary , Pitt , and others . After confirmation of tho minutes of previous
meeting , Bro . Ferguson worked the third sootion of the first lecture . Bro . Gregory then rehearsed tho ceremony of initiation , Bro . Pitt acting aa candidate . Bro , Ferguson worked the filth
Chiswick Lodge, No. 2012.
section of the leoture . Bro . Pitt , of the Confidence Lodge , No . 193 , was unanimously elected a member , and Bro . Messer was appointed W . M . for the ensuing week . Lodge was then closed in due form .
Creaton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1701 . —A meeting was held ou Thursday , 12 th inst ., at the Wheatsheaf Hotel , Goldhawk-road . Present : —Bms . 'Cavers W . M ., Sims P . M . S . W ., Breitharfc J . W ., Austin Treas ., Chalfont P . M . Sec , Purdue P . M . S . D ., Child J . D ., Jennings I . G . ; P . M . ' s Spiegel , J . Davies Preceptor ; Bros .
W . W . Williams , Wood , Strout , Cross , Head . The Lodge was opened in due form , and minutes confirmed ; the W . M . vacated the chair iu favour of Bro . Davies . The Lodge was opened in tho 2 nd degree . Bro . Cavers offered himself a candidate for raising , and answered tho usual questions ; he was entrusted . The Lodge was opened in
th e third degree , and the ceremony rehearsed . The 3 rd section of the lecture was then worked , and Lodge was closed to the first degree . The W . M . Bro . Cavers then took the chair , and the 2 nd section of the first lecture was worked . Bro . Sims was elected W . M . for next meeting . Tho Lodge was closed in perfect harmony .
The Sublime Degree.
THE SUBLIME DEGREE .
THERE can be no doubt as to the moral significance of this degree . It inculcates the sublimest lessons which are anywhere sought to be conveyed in the Masonic ritual . It touches the noblest side of life , and represents an heroic loyalty to truth and duty moat worthy of
consideration . Beyond the ordinary line of moral teaching it applies its teachings , making impressive illustrations of the fact that there is a resurrection state for man , that his real being survives the grave , being destined for immortal light
and glory . All through the ritual and ceremony of the third degree there runs a line of excellent , far-reaching philosophy , as well as of ethical truth and religious suggestiveness . It makes no difference that the purport
of the degree is not always clearly discerned and that its lessons may sometimes be misapprehended , there is still enough apparent to make the ceremony of the Master ' s degree alike interesting and impressive . True , it may be worked in such a manner as to darken its most valuable
lessons , and produce an effect far from pleasant on the minds of intelligent beholders . We do not think this is often the case , but it is possible , for the line is a very narrow one which separates the sublime from tho
ridiculous . The utmost eare is requisite in illustrating the legends and lessons of the third degree ; and because they are of such exalted nature and tendency so much the greater need is there of their right handling in the work of the Lodge .
It is thought by some of our brethren who have given special thought to the matter that the best interests of the Craft would be promoted by making a radical change in the present ritual . It is suggested that more of force and
beauty would attach to the degree if it were made wholly dramatic and spectacular , and arranged in an artistic way of presentation that would be altogether edifying . The New York Dispatch , advocating such a new departure ,
says : " The third degree could be made a powerful drama in the hands of experts , with its various characters , instead of an incongruous hodge-podge and a long lecture detailing the history of the degree . The drama should , by
its own action , tell its own history , with such short explanations as may be necessary for instruction , as an epilogue . " We are not convinced that the change proposed is called
for , or that it would be wise and expedient thus to recast the ritual and change the working of the degree ; but we are convinced that some things in the ceremony should be
toned down , and that special cave should be taken to preserve a devout , solemn manner in representing the crand truths that are embodied in the ritual and
ceremony . When tins is done , and when the work is in capable hands , the symbols , allegories , and traditions of the third degree will surely make their due imptession . —¦ Freemason's Repository .
WHAT M ASONKY IS . —Masonry is the law of Divine love condensed into one brief sentence : " Do nnto others as ye would that they should do unto you . " It cannot be confined to tho Lodge room . Its sublime teachings must be fixed iu our hearts as a sutre guido iu all our dealings with our fellows . No true man has over been a Mason without it making better as a neighbour , a friend , and a citizen .
In Texas a belief in the divine authenticity of the Holy Scriptures is a necessary qualification to gaining admission into a Lodge , aud to remaining therein . The Craft there avoid even the appearauce of scepticism , and wisely exact the practice of the strictest morality .
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Mark Masonry.
MARK MASONRY .
— : o : — SIMON DE ST . LIZ LODGE , No . 245 ,
ONE of the most noteworthy gatherings of the above Lodge was a special emergency meeting , hold on Tuesday evening , 10 th instant , at Northampton , under the presidency of the Worshipful Master , Bro . G . H . Perceval Provincial Grand Inspector of Works , assisted by Bros . J . J . Hart Provincial G . M . Overseer , Henry Brown P . P . J . G . W ., G . Ellard P . P . G . Overseer , Past Masters : and the
following Officers and brethren : —Bro . Butler Wilkins S . W ., E . Croft J . W ., J . Currall M . O ., A . Jones S . O ., H . V . Tebbutt J . O ., Rev . T . C . Beasley P . P . G . C . acting Chaplain , T . Emery Treasurer , T . Phipps Dorman Registrar of Marks , G . Butcher Seoretary , H . Hodges J . D ., G . Edmund Organist , J . A . Jowett I . G ., Robinson S . S .,
G . Robinson Tyler , J . Eunson , W . J . Howe , C . R . Nunn , H . J . Eunson , E . B . Fletcher , J . R . Shearsmith , J . A . S . Bouverie , R . J . Johnston , & o . After the routine formalities a ballot was taken , and Bro . the Earl of Euston was introduced for the purpose of being advanced to this honourable degree . The impressive ceremony was performed
in a faultless manner by the Worshipful Master . The brethren afterwards adjourned to a banquet , arranged by Mrs . Forth of the Peacock Hotel , iu the Lower Hall , where the usual toast list was opened by the Queen and Mark Masonry , and H . R . H . the Prince of Wales M . W . G . Mark Master , the Earl of Kintore M . W . Pro Grand
Master , Lord Egerton of Tatton Dep . G . M . M ., H . R . H . the Duke of Connaught G . S . W ., Lord Saltoun G . J . W ., and the Officers of Mark Grand Lodge . Bro . Wilkins proposed the R . W . Provincial Grand Master William Kelly , Esq ., F . H . S . Leicester , and the Provincial Grand Officers , present and past . Bro . Hart Prov . G . M . O . responded j
Bro . Beasley was entrusted with the toast of the W . M . of the Simon de St . Liz Lodge . Bro . Dorman proposed the Past Masters , Bro H . Brown P . P . G . J . W . responding ; and the Visitors waB proposed by Bro . Jones , and responded to by Bro . Johnston . The Officers of the
Lodge was submitted by Bro . Eunson , and responded to by Bro . Crofts J . W . Other toasts followed . The pleasure of the evening was greatly enhanced by Bro . Edward ' s manipulation of the pianoforte .
Chiswick Lodge, No. 2012.
CHISWICK LODGE , No . 2012 .
THE members of this Lodge gave a garden party oh Thursday , 12 th inst ., at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , when a number of ladies and brethren assembled . Snppe ' r was served at nine o'clock , previous to which dancing was enjoyed on the lawn , to the strains of the band of the local school . Bro . George Gardner , the Worshipful Master of the Lodge , presided at the supper , and at
its conclusion , he proposed the toast of the Queen , a toast which he felt sure would be as heartily honoured in the mixed assembly before him as ever it was at a regular Lodge meeting . Bro . Tyler , who filled the vice chair , proposed the health of the Chairman , to whose endeavours , he said , they were indebted for the day's gathering .
Bro . Gardner was a worthy Mason in every respect , a man of sterling worth , indefatigable in his endeavours to advance the interest of Freemasonry , and always ready to do anything that lay in his power for his brethren's enjoyment . Brother Gardner tendered his sincere thanks for the toast . He trusted the present
would not be the last occasion on which he should meet those then around him under similar circumstances . So long as he had health and strength it would be his endeavour to do all he could to secure the happiness and comfort of those with whom he was associated in Freemasonry . He next proposed the health of tho Ladies , which
toast was acknowledged by Bro . Wilson , after which the company repaired to the large hall of the Star and Garter , where dancing was renewed and continued until a late hour . Bro . J . Brill , the host of the establishment , was most attentive to the wants of his patrons , and did all that lay in his power to ensure the enjoyment of those
present . A lime light which he had provided , and which was directed on to the lawn during the evening , had a very pleasing effect , especially as the evening was rather heavy and overcast Among those present were : Bros . G . Gardner and party G . Hardy 2045 , H . Fruen and friends , W . Clowes 2012 , F . Walden
2012 and friends , E . A . Tilbury 975 , F . J . Harding 177 and friends , J . M . Coleman 198 and friends , F . Tyler S . W . 59 and friends , C . Packer 2012 , A . Skinner 2012 , L . Hollingsworth 1507 , R . Tyser 2012 , J . Brill 780 , 2012 and friends , W . C . Dickey 2012 , H . G . Haydcn 1795 , A . Wyld 72 and friends , N . Defriez P . M . 185 , L . P . Collins S . D .
22 , G , Sales 2012 and Miss Sales , W . H . Ellis 554 , J . Edwards 1602 and Mrs . Edwards , W . Lewin P . M . 1 G 95 , F . W . Wheeler 2012 , W . Ritchie 93 ( S . C . ) , R . G , Brooke , J . D . Ashby , A . J . Wise , R . W . Pittard , Walter Jackson , G . Slatter , E . Lister and friends , Mr . and Mrs . Byiield , H . Ewen and friends , Bro . and Mrs . Saunders ,
F . W . Lacey , 0 . H . Furrows , Arthur Bradbury , and others . Lord George Hamilton , who is a member of the Lodge , was expected , bud at the last moment his Lordship had to send a telegram expressing his inability to attend , and desiring to be excused to those who were assembled .
Fidelity Lodge of Instruction , "No . 3 . —At the weekly meeting held at tho Alfred , Roman-road , Barnsbury , on Wednesday , the 4 th instant , Bro . Gregory ocenpied the chair , stiDported by Bros . Messer S . W ., W . H . Ross J . W ., R , Ross S . D ., Bleakley J . D ., Anient I-G ., Ferguson Preceptor , Sylvester Treasurer , Dinasdale Secretary , Pitt , and others . After confirmation of tho minutes of previous
meeting , Bro . Ferguson worked the third sootion of the first lecture . Bro . Gregory then rehearsed tho ceremony of initiation , Bro . Pitt acting aa candidate . Bro , Ferguson worked the filth
Chiswick Lodge, No. 2012.
section of the leoture . Bro . Pitt , of the Confidence Lodge , No . 193 , was unanimously elected a member , and Bro . Messer was appointed W . M . for the ensuing week . Lodge was then closed in due form .
Creaton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1701 . —A meeting was held ou Thursday , 12 th inst ., at the Wheatsheaf Hotel , Goldhawk-road . Present : —Bms . 'Cavers W . M ., Sims P . M . S . W ., Breitharfc J . W ., Austin Treas ., Chalfont P . M . Sec , Purdue P . M . S . D ., Child J . D ., Jennings I . G . ; P . M . ' s Spiegel , J . Davies Preceptor ; Bros .
W . W . Williams , Wood , Strout , Cross , Head . The Lodge was opened in due form , and minutes confirmed ; the W . M . vacated the chair iu favour of Bro . Davies . The Lodge was opened in tho 2 nd degree . Bro . Cavers offered himself a candidate for raising , and answered tho usual questions ; he was entrusted . The Lodge was opened in
th e third degree , and the ceremony rehearsed . The 3 rd section of the lecture was then worked , and Lodge was closed to the first degree . The W . M . Bro . Cavers then took the chair , and the 2 nd section of the first lecture was worked . Bro . Sims was elected W . M . for next meeting . Tho Lodge was closed in perfect harmony .
The Sublime Degree.
THE SUBLIME DEGREE .
THERE can be no doubt as to the moral significance of this degree . It inculcates the sublimest lessons which are anywhere sought to be conveyed in the Masonic ritual . It touches the noblest side of life , and represents an heroic loyalty to truth and duty moat worthy of
consideration . Beyond the ordinary line of moral teaching it applies its teachings , making impressive illustrations of the fact that there is a resurrection state for man , that his real being survives the grave , being destined for immortal light
and glory . All through the ritual and ceremony of the third degree there runs a line of excellent , far-reaching philosophy , as well as of ethical truth and religious suggestiveness . It makes no difference that the purport
of the degree is not always clearly discerned and that its lessons may sometimes be misapprehended , there is still enough apparent to make the ceremony of the Master ' s degree alike interesting and impressive . True , it may be worked in such a manner as to darken its most valuable
lessons , and produce an effect far from pleasant on the minds of intelligent beholders . We do not think this is often the case , but it is possible , for the line is a very narrow one which separates the sublime from tho
ridiculous . The utmost eare is requisite in illustrating the legends and lessons of the third degree ; and because they are of such exalted nature and tendency so much the greater need is there of their right handling in the work of the Lodge .
It is thought by some of our brethren who have given special thought to the matter that the best interests of the Craft would be promoted by making a radical change in the present ritual . It is suggested that more of force and
beauty would attach to the degree if it were made wholly dramatic and spectacular , and arranged in an artistic way of presentation that would be altogether edifying . The New York Dispatch , advocating such a new departure ,
says : " The third degree could be made a powerful drama in the hands of experts , with its various characters , instead of an incongruous hodge-podge and a long lecture detailing the history of the degree . The drama should , by
its own action , tell its own history , with such short explanations as may be necessary for instruction , as an epilogue . " We are not convinced that the change proposed is called
for , or that it would be wise and expedient thus to recast the ritual and change the working of the degree ; but we are convinced that some things in the ceremony should be
toned down , and that special cave should be taken to preserve a devout , solemn manner in representing the crand truths that are embodied in the ritual and
ceremony . When tins is done , and when the work is in capable hands , the symbols , allegories , and traditions of the third degree will surely make their due imptession . —¦ Freemason's Repository .
WHAT M ASONKY IS . —Masonry is the law of Divine love condensed into one brief sentence : " Do nnto others as ye would that they should do unto you . " It cannot be confined to tho Lodge room . Its sublime teachings must be fixed iu our hearts as a sutre guido iu all our dealings with our fellows . No true man has over been a Mason without it making better as a neighbour , a friend , and a citizen .
In Texas a belief in the divine authenticity of the Holy Scriptures is a necessary qualification to gaining admission into a Lodge , aud to remaining therein . The Craft there avoid even the appearauce of scepticism , and wisely exact the practice of the strictest morality .