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Notices Of Meetings.
H . Krauss D . D . G . M . as D . G . M ., Joseph Dawson P . D . G . S . W . as D . D . G . M ., E . Hopper P . D . G . S . W . as D . G . S . W ., A . M . Buchanan P . D . G . S . W . as D . G . J . W ., J . V . Douglas De Wet D . G . Treas ., W . H . Porter D . G . See ., Major G . C . Hodding D . G . Sword Bearer , B . Samnol as D . G . Pursuivant ; Bros . F . Riley D . G . Tyler , W . IT . Wootton of No . 614 , and II . B . Davidson of No . 832 D . G . Stewards '; and
representatives from Star of Burmah No . 614 , Victoria in Burmah 832 Lodges . Tho District Grand Lodge was opened in form at 6 . 15 p . m ., and tho summons convening tho communication having heen read , the proceedings of the last regular communication wore confirmed . Tho District Grand Secretary reported apologies from several brethren for unavoidable absonco , and read the report of tho District Grand
Lodgo Committee . Tho receipts of returns and tines from tho following Lodges for tho quarter ending tho 31 st March 1876 wore reported—Victoria in Burmah 832 , Star of Burmah 614 , Greenlaw 1 , 095 , Astrcoa 1 , 376 , Philanthropy 542 , Rangoon 1 , 268 . Somo further routine business having been transacted , the Lodgo was closed at 9 p . m .
Egyptian Lodge of Instruction , Wo . 27 . —This Lodge hold its usual weekly mooting on Thursday , 12 th of October , at Bro . Mnidwell's , the Hercules , Loadenhall-stroot . Present—Bros . Hewlett W . M ., Hollands S . W , Grammor J . W . and Hon . Sea , Biddle S . D ., Ellis
J . D ., and Webb I . G . Business—Tho ceremony of tho 2 nd degree was rehearsed , Bro . Wilkins candidate . Tho 1 st , 2 nd , 4 th and 5 th sections wero worked by Bro . Webb ; and tho third by the W . M . assisted by the brethren . The Lodgo was closed in tho 2 nd degree , and the 2 nd section of the first lecture was worked .
Strong Man Lodge of Instruction , No . 45 . —This Lodge met at the Old Jerusalem Tavern , St . John's Gate , Clerkonwell , on Monday , 9 th October . Present—Bros . Lake W . M ., Ockenden S . W ., Millward J . W ., Crawley S . D ., Fenner J . D ., and Knight I . G . The
first and second degrees wore rehearsed , Bros . J . Hill and Powell acting as candidates . Several of the sections of the second lecture wero worked . Bro . Ockenden was appointed W . M . for the next meeting . The fifteen sections will be worked here on tho 6 th Noveraber , Bro . Beckett the Preceptor of tho Lodge will preside .
Angel Lodge , No . 51 . —The members of this old and flourishing Lodge met for the first time after tho summer recess on tho 3 rd inst . There being no ceremony upon the agenda , the attend , ance of the brethren was not large , bnt the new W . M ., Bro . G . Gavd Pye , was in his place , supported by Bros . A . Welch I . P . M ., F . A .
Colo P . M ., W . P . Lewis P . M ., 0 . Cobb P . M ., S . Chaplin P . M ., T . J . Railing J . W ., W . S . Sprout Secretary , J . J . C . Turner Organist , T . A . Middleton , T . Mothorsolo , W . Ablitt , 0 . W . Atkins , & c ., & c .
The minutes of tho previous Lodge and Lodge of Emprgeucy having been read , a candidate for initiation was proposed . Bro . F . A . Cole P . M . then called to tho mind of tbe brethren the comparatively recent death of Bro . Samnol Darloy Forbes , of Portsmouth ( see FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE , Vol . III ., p . 143 ) , and having remarked that , during his residence in Colchester , Bro . Forbes was a most
active member of No . 51 , stated that his daughter wished to present her father ' s jewel of P . P . S . G . W . Essex to the Angel Lodge , to be used as the brethren might direct . Bro . Cole read the inscription on tho jewel , as follows : — " Presented to tho Angel Lodge , No . 51 , Colchester , in memory of tho late SAMUEL DAELEY FOEBES , P . M . and P . P . S . G . W . Essex , by his only daughter , JANE .
June 1876 . " The W . M ., on behalf of the Lodcre , accepted tho kind gift , and , after some conversation , it was decided that tho jewel should be held in trust by the senior P . P . S . G . W . of tho Lodge for the time being ; to bo worn by him as long as he continues a member of No . 51 . The brethren afterwards adjourned for refreshment , and a very pleasant evening was passed .
Bon Accord Lodge of Mark Masters . —This Lodge met on Tuesday , the 9 th inst ., at the Mark Masons' Hall , 2 Red Lionsqnare , when the following brethren , viz ., R . Carr Woods P . D . G .. I . D from Singapore , Rev . Jas . Amos , W . Browne Kidder , solicitor , and Louis Whewell , were advanced and congratulated . The Rev . D . J . Drakeford was unanimously elected W . M ., and Magnus Ohren F . I . C . E . Treasurer , for the ensuing year .
Sincerity Lodge of Instruction , No . 174 . —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Monday last , at the Railway Tavern , London-street , at 7 o ' clock . Present—Bros . Webb , Preceptor pro tem , W . Fraser W . M ., Wells W . M . 174 S . W ., Brookson J . W ., Ellis Sec , J . S . Fraser S . D ., Baxter I . G ., and several others . Business —The W . M . worked the 2 nd degree , Bro . Bennett candidate . The
W . M . then resigned tho chair in favour of Bro . Wells , who worked the 3 rd degree , Bro . Cox candidate . Bro . Fraser having resumed the chair , Bros . Morgan were proposed , seconded , and unanimously elected members . Bro . Webb reminded tho brethren that the 15 sections would be worked in this Lodgo on tho 30 th inst ., Bro . Crawley to preside .
Percy Lodge of Instruction , No . 198 . —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Saturday , 7 th of October , at Bro . Fysh's , Jolly Farmers , Southgate-road , corner of Church-road , Islington . Present —Bros . Knight W . M ., Halford S . W ., Macarthy J . W ., Killick Secretary , Millward S . D ., Hnggins J . D ., Burr I . G . Visitors—Bros . W . T .
Scott No . 9 , Williams 177 , Spencer 1366 . Business—The Lodgo was opened in the usual manner , and the minutes were confirmed . Tho ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Powell acting as candidate . Several of the sections were worked , by Bros . Pearcy and Stock . All the visitors were elected members . Bro . Halford was
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chosen W . M . for tho ensuing week . The fifteen sections will bo worked hero on tho 28 th inst ., at 7 p . m . precisely .
Lodge of Joppa , No . 188 . —A very large gathering of the brethren of this Lodge assembled on Thursday , tho 12 th inst ., at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street , in lieu of tho regular Lodge , this being tho first meeting since tho vacation . The chair was occupied by Bro . A . G . Dodson ' W . M ., L . Lazarus S . W ., — Miller J . W ., L . Auerhaan Treasurer , E . P . Albert , Grand Pursnivant , Secretary , M .
Spiegel S . D ., A . J . Campion as I . G ., R . Baker and H . P . Isaac Stew ., P . M . 's Bros . L . Alexander , H . Berkowitz , J . Phillips , J Abrahams , M . Alexander , H . M . Levy , S Hickman and 0 . Roberts . Tho Lodge was opened and tho minntes received confirmation . Bro . Morse waa passed to tho 2 nd degree , and Bros . R . Collier , J . Rohman and Stransky wore raised to tho 3 rd degree . Bro . A . Anei'haan , late
a member of tho Lodge , was unanimously re-elected . A notice of motion was given and unanimously carried , that no country member bo eligible to servo on the Joppa Benevolent Fund Committee . Tho Lodgo was thon closed , and the brethren , 101 in number , sat down to a very sumptuous banquet , provided by the Albion Tavern Company , and superintended by Bro . W . G . Jennings . Tho W . M .
then proposed tho usual Loyal and Masonic toasts . Bro . E . P . Albert returned thanks for that of tho Grand Officers . The Misses Parfitt and Bro . G . Allen sang " God Bless the Prince of Wales , " Mr . C . A . Field accompanying on the piano . The toast of tho Benevolent Fund was responded toby Bro . Alexander P . M ., tho President , who in . formed tho brethren that tho Benevolent Fund had reached nearly
£ 1 , 200 . Bro . Hickman I . P . M . then proposed the toast of tho W . M . The manner he had presided over them , and had conducted the duties of tho chair , merited their regard and esteem . The W . M . suitably replied , and proposed the toast of tho Visitors . He was prond to soo brethren so distinguished in tho Order visiting them ; one , a Grand Officer , was universally known and respected , while others had
come from afar to visit tho Lodge . They were pleased to extend the right hand of fellowship , and a hearty welcome to all . The Lodgo of Joppa was always pleased to see and give visitors a hearty welcome . Bros . Robertson and Somers responded to tho toast . Their remarks tended to show that the interchange of the kindly feeling exhibited by the Lodge was reciprocal , and that the mention of tho name of tho
Joppa Lodge always showed the high estimate it was held in by the Craft . The toast of tho joining member , Bro . A . Auerhaan , was then most enthusiastically received , and cordially responded to . The W . M . then proposed the Past Masters . Their Past Masters were second to none , and were always ready and willing to assist tho W . M . in every capacity required . Bro . S . Hickman I . P . M . responded to
the toast in his usual eloquent manner . The Wardens was responded to by Bros . L . Lazarus and Miller . That of the Secretary and Treasurer followed . Tho latter brother said that of so great and influential a Lodge , ho felt pleasure in stating it was freo from debt , and that every detail of Masonry was carried out satisfactorily . The toasts of the Junior Officers and Tyler followed . Tho brethren
were gratified by the musical catering of Bro . Grove Ellis , who , in tho absence of Bro . P . E . Van Noorden , the Organist of the Lodge , was assisted by Bro . George Allen , who was deservedly encored in his ¦ well-known songs . The Misses Parfitt also received well-merited applause . Mr . Ellis , a son of Bro . Ellis , also contributed to the
harmony , while Mr . C . A . Field was an able accompanyist . Tho visitors were , Bros . S . Foxall A . G . P ., J . Copio 55 , G . Wallace 95 , C . F . May 780 , N . Basnett 22 , C . Killick 228 , J . P . Cohen 205 , H . Michael late 188 , E . Isaacs 1263 , W . T . Nell W . M . 315 ( Brighton ) , — Baker 180 , H . J . Hawkes 315 , J . T . Robertson 55 , L . Raphael , D . Nash 315 , E . Somers W . M . 1602 , Sea .
Lodge La Tolerance , No . 538 . — This Lodge met on Thursday , the 5 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , Great Queenstreet . Bros . 0 . Burmoister W . M ., H . Wood S . W ., H . L . Walters J . W ., J . Quitman S . D ., T . W . Cooper J . D ., J . Marshall I . G ., J . Kench P . M . Treasurer , G . Y . Simon Hon . Secretary , H . W . Lindus P . M ., E . Wilson P . M ., and Bros . 0 . Baymann , H .
Swears , E . Humphrey , E . Child , T . Brown , J . Skinner , J . Shubrook , D . Tearsley and E . Knoppell . Tho minutes of the emergency and the last Lodge meetings were confirmed . Bro . S . Yearsloy , of tho Faith and Unanimity Lodge , No . 417 , Dorchester , also Bro . C . Hickliug , late of this Lodge , were balloted for and unanimously elected joining members . Mr . E . Knoppell was initiated
into the Order . Bros . Humphrey and Swears , of tho Royal Union Lodge , No . 382 , Uxbridge , were , by tho courtesy of tho W . M ., raised to the sublime degree . Tho following notice of motion was proposed by Bro . Thos . W . Cooper J . D ., and seconded by Bro . Quitman : — "That , consideriug the increase of members to the Lodge , and also tho great want felt by the Craft in general , it is
thought desirable that this Lodge should givo its sanction to tho establishment of a Lodge of Instruction , to be held at the West End , on Saturday afternoons , and that a Committee bo appointed to mako arrangements for tho same . " The Committee to consist of tho W . M ., Senior and Junior Wardens , tho proposer and seconder , and to report thereon at the next Lodge meeting . The Lodge was thou closed , and tho brethren , by kind invitation of tho W . M ., adjourned
to the Cafe Royal , Air-street , Regent-street , where they partook of a very excellent banqnet , provided by Bro . Nicol . Tho W . M . proposed the nsnal Loyal and Masonic toasts ; somo capital songs wero given by Bros , Kench , Davis , Shubrook and Hornblowor . The visitors wore Bros . R . W . Stewart Past Grand Deacon , H . Hemsworth P . M . 190 , Rev . P . M . Holden W . M . elect City of Westminster Lodge , E . Homblower W . M . 435 , C . J . W . Davis W . M . 382 , S . Cooper 382 , W . B . A . Gerdes 1198 , Madras , F . Faith 25 and J . Tidinass .
St . John ' s Lodge , No . 795 . —The members met on Tuesday last , at the Raymead Hotel , Maidenhead . Bros . J . H . Sadler W . M . ocenpied the chair , C . N . Harvey P . M . aa S . W ., Pinto Loito J . W .,
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Notices Of Meetings.
H . Krauss D . D . G . M . as D . G . M ., Joseph Dawson P . D . G . S . W . as D . D . G . M ., E . Hopper P . D . G . S . W . as D . G . S . W ., A . M . Buchanan P . D . G . S . W . as D . G . J . W ., J . V . Douglas De Wet D . G . Treas ., W . H . Porter D . G . See ., Major G . C . Hodding D . G . Sword Bearer , B . Samnol as D . G . Pursuivant ; Bros . F . Riley D . G . Tyler , W . IT . Wootton of No . 614 , and II . B . Davidson of No . 832 D . G . Stewards '; and
representatives from Star of Burmah No . 614 , Victoria in Burmah 832 Lodges . Tho District Grand Lodge was opened in form at 6 . 15 p . m ., and tho summons convening tho communication having heen read , the proceedings of the last regular communication wore confirmed . Tho District Grand Secretary reported apologies from several brethren for unavoidable absonco , and read the report of tho District Grand
Lodgo Committee . Tho receipts of returns and tines from tho following Lodges for tho quarter ending tho 31 st March 1876 wore reported—Victoria in Burmah 832 , Star of Burmah 614 , Greenlaw 1 , 095 , Astrcoa 1 , 376 , Philanthropy 542 , Rangoon 1 , 268 . Somo further routine business having been transacted , the Lodgo was closed at 9 p . m .
Egyptian Lodge of Instruction , Wo . 27 . —This Lodge hold its usual weekly mooting on Thursday , 12 th of October , at Bro . Mnidwell's , the Hercules , Loadenhall-stroot . Present—Bros . Hewlett W . M ., Hollands S . W , Grammor J . W . and Hon . Sea , Biddle S . D ., Ellis
J . D ., and Webb I . G . Business—Tho ceremony of tho 2 nd degree was rehearsed , Bro . Wilkins candidate . Tho 1 st , 2 nd , 4 th and 5 th sections wero worked by Bro . Webb ; and tho third by the W . M . assisted by the brethren . The Lodgo was closed in tho 2 nd degree , and the 2 nd section of the first lecture was worked .
Strong Man Lodge of Instruction , No . 45 . —This Lodge met at the Old Jerusalem Tavern , St . John's Gate , Clerkonwell , on Monday , 9 th October . Present—Bros . Lake W . M ., Ockenden S . W ., Millward J . W ., Crawley S . D ., Fenner J . D ., and Knight I . G . The
first and second degrees wore rehearsed , Bros . J . Hill and Powell acting as candidates . Several of the sections of the second lecture wero worked . Bro . Ockenden was appointed W . M . for the next meeting . The fifteen sections will be worked here on tho 6 th Noveraber , Bro . Beckett the Preceptor of tho Lodge will preside .
Angel Lodge , No . 51 . —The members of this old and flourishing Lodge met for the first time after tho summer recess on tho 3 rd inst . There being no ceremony upon the agenda , the attend , ance of the brethren was not large , bnt the new W . M ., Bro . G . Gavd Pye , was in his place , supported by Bros . A . Welch I . P . M ., F . A .
Colo P . M ., W . P . Lewis P . M ., 0 . Cobb P . M ., S . Chaplin P . M ., T . J . Railing J . W ., W . S . Sprout Secretary , J . J . C . Turner Organist , T . A . Middleton , T . Mothorsolo , W . Ablitt , 0 . W . Atkins , & c ., & c .
The minutes of tho previous Lodge and Lodge of Emprgeucy having been read , a candidate for initiation was proposed . Bro . F . A . Cole P . M . then called to tho mind of tbe brethren the comparatively recent death of Bro . Samnol Darloy Forbes , of Portsmouth ( see FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE , Vol . III ., p . 143 ) , and having remarked that , during his residence in Colchester , Bro . Forbes was a most
active member of No . 51 , stated that his daughter wished to present her father ' s jewel of P . P . S . G . W . Essex to the Angel Lodge , to be used as the brethren might direct . Bro . Cole read the inscription on tho jewel , as follows : — " Presented to tho Angel Lodge , No . 51 , Colchester , in memory of tho late SAMUEL DAELEY FOEBES , P . M . and P . P . S . G . W . Essex , by his only daughter , JANE .
June 1876 . " The W . M ., on behalf of the Lodcre , accepted tho kind gift , and , after some conversation , it was decided that tho jewel should be held in trust by the senior P . P . S . G . W . of tho Lodge for the time being ; to bo worn by him as long as he continues a member of No . 51 . The brethren afterwards adjourned for refreshment , and a very pleasant evening was passed .
Bon Accord Lodge of Mark Masters . —This Lodge met on Tuesday , the 9 th inst ., at the Mark Masons' Hall , 2 Red Lionsqnare , when the following brethren , viz ., R . Carr Woods P . D . G .. I . D from Singapore , Rev . Jas . Amos , W . Browne Kidder , solicitor , and Louis Whewell , were advanced and congratulated . The Rev . D . J . Drakeford was unanimously elected W . M ., and Magnus Ohren F . I . C . E . Treasurer , for the ensuing year .
Sincerity Lodge of Instruction , No . 174 . —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Monday last , at the Railway Tavern , London-street , at 7 o ' clock . Present—Bros . Webb , Preceptor pro tem , W . Fraser W . M ., Wells W . M . 174 S . W ., Brookson J . W ., Ellis Sec , J . S . Fraser S . D ., Baxter I . G ., and several others . Business —The W . M . worked the 2 nd degree , Bro . Bennett candidate . The
W . M . then resigned tho chair in favour of Bro . Wells , who worked the 3 rd degree , Bro . Cox candidate . Bro . Fraser having resumed the chair , Bros . Morgan were proposed , seconded , and unanimously elected members . Bro . Webb reminded tho brethren that the 15 sections would be worked in this Lodgo on tho 30 th inst ., Bro . Crawley to preside .
Percy Lodge of Instruction , No . 198 . —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Saturday , 7 th of October , at Bro . Fysh's , Jolly Farmers , Southgate-road , corner of Church-road , Islington . Present —Bros . Knight W . M ., Halford S . W ., Macarthy J . W ., Killick Secretary , Millward S . D ., Hnggins J . D ., Burr I . G . Visitors—Bros . W . T .
Scott No . 9 , Williams 177 , Spencer 1366 . Business—The Lodgo was opened in the usual manner , and the minutes were confirmed . Tho ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Powell acting as candidate . Several of the sections were worked , by Bros . Pearcy and Stock . All the visitors were elected members . Bro . Halford was
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chosen W . M . for tho ensuing week . The fifteen sections will bo worked hero on tho 28 th inst ., at 7 p . m . precisely .
Lodge of Joppa , No . 188 . —A very large gathering of the brethren of this Lodge assembled on Thursday , tho 12 th inst ., at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street , in lieu of tho regular Lodge , this being tho first meeting since tho vacation . The chair was occupied by Bro . A . G . Dodson ' W . M ., L . Lazarus S . W ., — Miller J . W ., L . Auerhaan Treasurer , E . P . Albert , Grand Pursnivant , Secretary , M .
Spiegel S . D ., A . J . Campion as I . G ., R . Baker and H . P . Isaac Stew ., P . M . 's Bros . L . Alexander , H . Berkowitz , J . Phillips , J Abrahams , M . Alexander , H . M . Levy , S Hickman and 0 . Roberts . Tho Lodge was opened and tho minntes received confirmation . Bro . Morse waa passed to tho 2 nd degree , and Bros . R . Collier , J . Rohman and Stransky wore raised to tho 3 rd degree . Bro . A . Anei'haan , late
a member of tho Lodge , was unanimously re-elected . A notice of motion was given and unanimously carried , that no country member bo eligible to servo on the Joppa Benevolent Fund Committee . Tho Lodgo was thon closed , and the brethren , 101 in number , sat down to a very sumptuous banquet , provided by the Albion Tavern Company , and superintended by Bro . W . G . Jennings . Tho W . M .
then proposed tho usual Loyal and Masonic toasts . Bro . E . P . Albert returned thanks for that of tho Grand Officers . The Misses Parfitt and Bro . G . Allen sang " God Bless the Prince of Wales , " Mr . C . A . Field accompanying on the piano . The toast of tho Benevolent Fund was responded toby Bro . Alexander P . M ., tho President , who in . formed tho brethren that tho Benevolent Fund had reached nearly
£ 1 , 200 . Bro . Hickman I . P . M . then proposed the toast of tho W . M . The manner he had presided over them , and had conducted the duties of tho chair , merited their regard and esteem . The W . M . suitably replied , and proposed the toast of tho Visitors . He was prond to soo brethren so distinguished in tho Order visiting them ; one , a Grand Officer , was universally known and respected , while others had
come from afar to visit tho Lodge . They were pleased to extend the right hand of fellowship , and a hearty welcome to all . The Lodgo of Joppa was always pleased to see and give visitors a hearty welcome . Bros . Robertson and Somers responded to tho toast . Their remarks tended to show that the interchange of the kindly feeling exhibited by the Lodge was reciprocal , and that the mention of tho name of tho
Joppa Lodge always showed the high estimate it was held in by the Craft . The toast of tho joining member , Bro . A . Auerhaan , was then most enthusiastically received , and cordially responded to . The W . M . then proposed the Past Masters . Their Past Masters were second to none , and were always ready and willing to assist tho W . M . in every capacity required . Bro . S . Hickman I . P . M . responded to
the toast in his usual eloquent manner . The Wardens was responded to by Bros . L . Lazarus and Miller . That of the Secretary and Treasurer followed . Tho latter brother said that of so great and influential a Lodge , ho felt pleasure in stating it was freo from debt , and that every detail of Masonry was carried out satisfactorily . The toasts of the Junior Officers and Tyler followed . Tho brethren
were gratified by the musical catering of Bro . Grove Ellis , who , in tho absence of Bro . P . E . Van Noorden , the Organist of the Lodge , was assisted by Bro . George Allen , who was deservedly encored in his ¦ well-known songs . The Misses Parfitt also received well-merited applause . Mr . Ellis , a son of Bro . Ellis , also contributed to the
harmony , while Mr . C . A . Field was an able accompanyist . Tho visitors were , Bros . S . Foxall A . G . P ., J . Copio 55 , G . Wallace 95 , C . F . May 780 , N . Basnett 22 , C . Killick 228 , J . P . Cohen 205 , H . Michael late 188 , E . Isaacs 1263 , W . T . Nell W . M . 315 ( Brighton ) , — Baker 180 , H . J . Hawkes 315 , J . T . Robertson 55 , L . Raphael , D . Nash 315 , E . Somers W . M . 1602 , Sea .
Lodge La Tolerance , No . 538 . — This Lodge met on Thursday , the 5 th inst ., at Freemasons' Hall , Great Queenstreet . Bros . 0 . Burmoister W . M ., H . Wood S . W ., H . L . Walters J . W ., J . Quitman S . D ., T . W . Cooper J . D ., J . Marshall I . G ., J . Kench P . M . Treasurer , G . Y . Simon Hon . Secretary , H . W . Lindus P . M ., E . Wilson P . M ., and Bros . 0 . Baymann , H .
Swears , E . Humphrey , E . Child , T . Brown , J . Skinner , J . Shubrook , D . Tearsley and E . Knoppell . Tho minutes of the emergency and the last Lodge meetings were confirmed . Bro . S . Yearsloy , of tho Faith and Unanimity Lodge , No . 417 , Dorchester , also Bro . C . Hickliug , late of this Lodge , were balloted for and unanimously elected joining members . Mr . E . Knoppell was initiated
into the Order . Bros . Humphrey and Swears , of tho Royal Union Lodge , No . 382 , Uxbridge , were , by tho courtesy of tho W . M ., raised to the sublime degree . Tho following notice of motion was proposed by Bro . Thos . W . Cooper J . D ., and seconded by Bro . Quitman : — "That , consideriug the increase of members to the Lodge , and also tho great want felt by the Craft in general , it is
thought desirable that this Lodge should givo its sanction to tho establishment of a Lodge of Instruction , to be held at the West End , on Saturday afternoons , and that a Committee bo appointed to mako arrangements for tho same . " The Committee to consist of tho W . M ., Senior and Junior Wardens , tho proposer and seconder , and to report thereon at the next Lodge meeting . The Lodge was thou closed , and tho brethren , by kind invitation of tho W . M ., adjourned
to the Cafe Royal , Air-street , Regent-street , where they partook of a very excellent banqnet , provided by Bro . Nicol . Tho W . M . proposed the nsnal Loyal and Masonic toasts ; somo capital songs wero given by Bros , Kench , Davis , Shubrook and Hornblowor . The visitors wore Bros . R . W . Stewart Past Grand Deacon , H . Hemsworth P . M . 190 , Rev . P . M . Holden W . M . elect City of Westminster Lodge , E . Homblower W . M . 435 , C . J . W . Davis W . M . 382 , S . Cooper 382 , W . B . A . Gerdes 1198 , Madras , F . Faith 25 and J . Tidinass .
St . John ' s Lodge , No . 795 . —The members met on Tuesday last , at the Raymead Hotel , Maidenhead . Bros . J . H . Sadler W . M . ocenpied the chair , C . N . Harvey P . M . aa S . W ., Pinto Loito J . W .,