Reports Of Meetings.

REPORTS OF MEETINGS .

We shaH be pleased to receive parliculars of Masonic meetings for insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to sand a representative , to report Lodge or other proceedings .

CEAET : PKOVINCIAL

ARCHITECT LODGE , No . 1375 . riTIHE regular [ meeting was held at the Masonic Hall , Chorlton-cum-Hardy , JL on Friday , 7 th inst ., Bro . I . R . E . Birkett W . M . The principal business of the evening was an address on the five noble orders of Architecture , delivered by Bro . W . T . Hesketh P . M . Secretary , and a consideration of the question of a Ladies' night . After discussion , it was decided that on the evening of the December meeting Ladies should be invited , and a Committee was formed for carrying out the arrangements . Judging from previous gatherings of a like nature this is likely to be a

success . o o o DE LA POLE LODGE , No . 1605 . ON Tuesday evening , 4 th inst ., the Brethren assembled at the Masonic Hall , Kingston Square , Hull , the occasion being the annual installation . The retiring Master Bro . James Barton occupied the chair , and was supported by a number of Brethren and Visitors .

Bro . E . Wickens vvas installed in the chair of King Solomon by Bro . Geo . Wilson P . M . P . P . G . D ., assisted by Bro . E . Corris P . M . P . P . G . R . After this ceremony the Board of Installed Masters was closed , and the Brethren saluted the newly enthroned Master in the three degrees . Bro . J . W . Tindell P . M . P . P . G . D . presented a Past Master ' s jewel , suitably inscribed , to the retiring Master , and expressed the sincere regard

felt by the Brethren towards Bro . James Barton , who very early in his Masonic career had worthily reached the highest position the Lodge could bestow . He hoped tbe Immediate Past Master would still continue to take as great an interest in the Lodge as in the past , and that he would be spared for many years to wear the gold jewel which the Brethren had contributed , and of which he now asked his acceptance .

Bro . James Barton I . P . M ., in thanking the Brethren , said he had endeavoured to carry out the onerous duties of his office to the best of his ability , and if his efforts had been successful generally it was very gratifying to himself . Their jewel would constantly remind him of the kindness received at the De la Pole—if , indeed , any such reminder was necessary . He trusted the kind Blasonic feeling which had prompted the Brethren to subscribe so liberally for the jewel would continue to exist between them , for manv years .

The Immediate Past Master proposed the W . M . and Officers . He had had the privilege of being acquainted with the Worshipful Master some considerable tirne , and he had a great trait in his character of thoroughness ; everything he had undertaken had always been thoroughly done . Brother

Wickens , ho was sure , would carry out the duties of his rather onerous office thoroughly , at the same time with zeal . With the assistance of his Officers and the co-operation of the Past Masters , success would further attend the De la Pole Lodge , and Freemasonry be the better for his having occupied tha chair .

The Worshipful Master , in response , tendered his thanks for the hearty support accorded him by his Brethren and the many visitors present . One thing he could say , he had the self-consciousness of knowing he had always endeavoured to do his duty as a Mason . He took no pride in stating this , as the primary watchword of every Mason ought to be " duty . " He was proud

of their good opinion as evinced by his election to the chair . He should call " a spade a spade " if any necessity arose for it , but he had a sincere love for the welfare of every member of the Lodge , and he would uphold the honour aud prestige of tho De la Pole and promote harmony and brotherly love as exemplified in their relationships with the sister Lodges .

BURRELL LODGE , No . 1829 . r FIHK installation mooting was held at the Royal Pavilion , Brighton , on JL Thursday , 6 th inst ., when Bro . W . P . Smith was installed as W . M . by his predecessor Bro . J . Olliver , a very large number of Brethren , 153 iu alla record attendance for Brighton—being present . The W . M . appointed his Officers as follow : E . Rusbridgo S . W ., H . W . Butler J . W ., H . W . Bedford Treas ., J . T . Rusbridge Sec , J . Lewis S . D ., C . E . Chatiield J . D ., F . P . Collins D . C , G . Short I . G ., W . N . Roe Organist , W . J . King , G . Phillips , T . Harrington and F . P . Baxter Stewards .

The W . M . presided at the banquet which was subsequentl y held , and was most enthusiastically received by the Brethren .

CENTURION LODGE , No . 2322 . npHE regular meeting was held at the Victoria Hotel , Manchester , on _ L Monday , 3 rd inst ., Bro . Major T . W . Ashworth W . M . After the reading and confirmation of minutes Bro . Captain Thomas Parker jun . was passed to tho degree of a F . C , this ceremony bein <* succeeded by the raising to the sublime degree of Brother Captain Arthur Wall .

After supper the Brethren adjourned to the festive board , a very pleasant evening being spent . Besides thoso already enumerated there were present Bros . Surg .-Capt . J . J . K . Fairclough S . W .,-Rev . John Challinor P . P . G . C . J . W ., Col . Howarth Clark , J . P ., P . M . P . P . J . D . Treas ., Major Fred Pratt P . M . Sec , Capt . P . Nightingale S . D ., Lieut . Geo . Heys J . D ., Major H . B . Moss I . G ., Capt . H . S . Hard

y Org ., Surg .-Lieut . J . T . Smith and Capt . J . E . R . Hall Stewards , Col . Henry L . Rocca P . M . P . P . J . D ., Capt . Jas . Andrew P . M . P . P . S . G . W ., Capt . F . D . Bentley , Surg .-Capt . S . Nesfield , Lieut . T . A . Fallows , Lieut . Arthur S . Pearse , and others . Visitors : —Bros . 0 . E . Hindley P . M . 148 P . P . S . G . D ., Major Geo . D . Brookes I . P . LL 1009 , W . W . Truss 071 , F . Mabbott 2050 , and J . H . Humphrey 1051 .

Metropolitan.

METROPOLITAN .

ST . MICHAEL LODGE , No . 211 . < pHE members of this ancient and popular Lodge met together after the _ 1 _ summer recess on Tuesday , at the Albion , Aldersgate Streot , E . G ., when a pleasant re-union of the Brethren took place . The W . M . Bro . Albert Henry Coliings presided , and was supported by

Bros . Ernest Coliings S . W ., F . W . Berry J . W ., Alfred Green P . M . Treas ., William Radcliffe P . M . Secretary , A . B . Spawforth I . P . M ., Orlton Cooper P . M . D . C , G . F . Johnson S . D ., Howard E . Mullins J . D ., 0 . J . Pinnell acting I . G ., Jas . Loverseed , Philip King , D . F . Lathom , E . Stainforth , W . Barnes Tyler .

Visitors : J . B . Wood 1973 , E . J . Swiss 913 , M . O . Liveaux 859 , W . J . Ridgway 1275 , G . A . Sturgess S . D . 538 . The Lodge was duly opened and the minutes of the last regular meeting were read and confirmed . The bye-laws of the Lodge were read by the Secretary .

Tho ballot was taken for the approval of Mr . Ernest Edwin Berry , as a candidate for Freemasonry , which being unanimous Mr . Berry was admitted and was regularly initiated into the mysteries and privileges of the Craft by the Worshipful Master . The ceremony was capitally rendered by Brother Coliings , and was considerably enhanced by the admirable work of Bro . Mullins as J . D . The ancient charge to the newly initiated Brother was delivered by the W . M .

Relief was extended to a distressed Freemason who was formerly a member of the Lodge , and his application to Grand Lodge was supported by the Brethren . The Lodgo was closed in perfect harmony , after whioh the Brethren dined together and a happy evening was spent .

CRYSTAL PALACE LODGE , No . 742 . rpHE regular meeting of this Lodge was held on Thursday , 6 th inst ., at I the Crystal Palace , Sydenham , under the presidency of Bro . Robert Eddie W . M ., who is to be congratulated on the altogether admirable manner in which he conducted the affairs of his Lodge . He was well supported by

his Officers , who contributed to the general effect by the perfect way in which they performed their part of the work . These were Bros . A . J . Manning I . P . M ., W . Wilkinson S . W ., O . H . Lawrence J . W ., F . Purkiss P . M . Treas ., C . J . Grove P . M . Sec , J . Beynon S . D ., H . Tuli J . D ., E . Paxton I . G ., H . 0 . Wooiton Steward , S . Smith Org ., R . Morley Tyler .

Among others present were Past Masters T . W . Blott , J . Blundell , and Totnen ; also Bros . H . Haylock , J . Taft , B . Tallin , N . Woodcock , F . Blundell , G . Miller , Hatchman , and others . Visitors : Bros . Steers 1287 , Madeley 1716 , Thomas 1321 , E . White 1816 , March 2502 , Bridglaw 2045 , and J . Wynman .

After the opening of the Lodge the minutes were confirmed , and then Bro . John Taft , who was initiated at the previous meeting , vvas examined and entrusted . The Lodge was opened in the second degree aud that Brother was passed as a Fellow Craft . Bro . Fred Blundell now came forward as a candidate for the third degree , and having proved himself qualified as a Craftsman he was entrusted , and in due course raised as a Master Mason , the W . M . giving the traditional history of the degree in a most satisfactory manner .

Other items of business were disposed ol , hearty good wishes were tendered , and the W . M . proceeded to close ins Lodge , the Brethren afterwards adjouring to the banquet table , where an enjoyable repast was partaken of , under the direction of Mr . Purnell , Manager .

After the usual Loyal toasts Bro . Manning I . P . M . proposed the health of the Worshipful Master of the Lodge , highly complimenting him for the able manner in which he had fulfilled the duties of nis position during the evening . He had not the slightest doubt tne remaining work of the year would be carried out as perfectly as what they had witnessed that day .

The toasi < was most heartily received , and the W . M . on rising to respond met with a truly Masonic welcome . He thanked Bro . Manning for his kind expressions , and was pleased to hear his efforts had given satisfaction . The Brethren need not be afraid of giving him too much work—he looked forward in the hope of being called upon to perform several more ceremonies .

The W . M . next proposed the toast of the Visitors , enumerating the different guests who were present , and tendering a most hearty welcome to one and all of them . The members of the Crystal Palace Lodge were always pleased to see Visitors , and each hoped those present that evening had thoroughly enjoyed themselves .

Bro . Steers 1287 , whom the W . M . had spoken of as more of a member than a visitor , said it was always a pleasure to attend a meeting of the Lodge . He highly appreciated the working of the W . M . Bro . E . White 1816 regretted he had been so late in attending the meeting , but he hoped to renew his visit on a future occasion , as he had heard a great deal about the excellent working of the members , and should like to see more of it than it had been possible tor him . to do that day . Other of the visitors also responded .

The W . M . had very much pleasure in proposing the toast of the I . P . M . Bro . Manning , and other Past Masters , saying they were really the support of the Lodge . Bro . Manning was a Brother who would do everything m his power to make Freemasonry flourish , and if tho Brethren would but listen to him they would not be far vyrong , while if the Officers received the same amount of attention from him as he ( the W . M . ) had dono they would greatly benefit by it .

Bro . Manning tendered his thanks . After so excellent a speech and so hearty a reception he was at a loss how to express his feelings . He was very pleased he had joined the Crystal Palace Lodge , and urged on its members a punctual and regular attendance . Bro . Purkiss Treasurer said it afforded him a great deal of pleasure to respond . He joined the Lodge some seven years back , and had never been sorry for having done so . He was exceediugly pleased with the working of tho W . M ., and hoped he would have a happy and prosperous year of office .

Bro . Grove Secretary said he was in rather a peculiar position , sandwiched between so much talent as was possesssd by Eros . Manning and Purkiss . They were both joining members of the Lodge , and each had given great assistance to it . Bro . Purkiss had initiated the present Worshipful

Master of tho Lodge , and it would indeed be difficult to find a better one . The Secretaryship was not always a bed of roses , but he was proud to hold the position , and ono ot his happiest moments in Freemasonry was when he was re-appointcd to it . Addressing himself to the younger members ol the Lod ge tho Secretary strongly urged them to join a Lodge oi Instruction , where thoy