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harmony , Bro . Hart Organist accompanying them . The visitors were Bros . S . D . Costa Andrado 1261 , E . Swanborough J . W . 1319 , Saxby 1095 , Jarvis 510 , Hancock 1587 , H . Dnrlachor 4 , Dobbing 1673 , Lester 1361 , Innea 795 , C . Beck 1158 , Briddlecombo 707 , Cantle 1411 , Barker 65 , Nonstadt 1017 , Jl . Lumlev , J . Farnio , McKay , Blake 295 , Beale 1673 , Powell P . M . 25 , H . M . Levy P . M . 188 .

Confidence Lodge , No . 193 . —The installation meeting of thia Lodgo waa held on Monday laat , at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleetstreot . Lodge waa opened by H . T . Reed W . M ., with J . B . King P . M . as S . W ., H . Leah J . W . and W . M . elect , J . Shackoll P . M . Sec , G . F . S . Warno P . M . Troas ., T . Biddle S . D ., R . Footit P . M . J . D . P . M . ' a Bros . F . Bonney , S . Wobb , n . Webb , D . B . Ker 3 haw , & c

After the usual preliminarioa the W . M . raised Bro . Alfred F . Holt , and passed T ? -og . Frank Silvestor and Riohard Pyo , after which Mr . Robt . VV . lloxhy waa initiated . The next business was the installation of W . M . for tho ensuing year ; this waa most impressively performed by Bro . Reed . At tho conclusion of the ceremony and after Bro . Leah had received tho salutations of the brethren , he proceeded to invest tho follow ing as his Officers : —

J . B . Biddle S . W ., R . Footit P . M . J . W ., G . F . S . Warne Treaa ., J . Shack-ell Sec , W . James S . D ., B . Lemere J . D ., Hall I . G ., S . Webb P . M . D . of C , H . Webb P . M . Steward , T . Ryloy re-appointed Tyler . A vote of thanks was proposed and carried with acclamation to the Installing Master in recognition of tho way in which he had performed the duties of his office . Thore being no other business , tho W . M . closed tho Lodgo . Among the Visitors were T . II . Edmands

G . S . Lo ., T . J . Maidwell 27 , J . Driscoll 80 , & c , J . Newbon 46 , H . Salter 72 , J . Tanner P . M . 101 , 4 c , W . Stuart 141 , & c , R . Macpheraon 141 S . C ., W . H . Beauchamp 167 , W . Rawloy and I . Battram 174 , M . Cohen P . M . 185 , T . E . Walters 188 , A . Godfroy late 193 , E . II . Laxton 511 , J . L . Anderson 551 , W . T . Hesketh 711 , T . C Walla Provincial Graud Organist Middlesex , J . Morris 901 ,

C . T . Gosheron 902 , F . Johnson 933 , W . T . Lover 1178 , G . J . Jnpo W . M . 1287 , N . Fortescno 130 . " ! , C . G . Hill 13 G 6 , W . VV . Morgan jun . 1385 , A . H . Goggs 1527 , T . W . Clarko 1567 , IT . W . Clemow 1589 , F . W . Bromley 1658 , N . G . Western 1693 , & o . At tho conclusion of tho banquet , tho W . M . gave tho nsual Loyal and Masonic toasts . In introdnciug that of the initiate , he trusted their new brother would

advance in Freemasonry , and eventually occupy the chair of the Lodgo . Tho W . M . distinctly remombered the time when he was initiated , and tho impression it made on his mind ; he hoped that tho ceremony of the evening had made a like impression on Bro . Roxby . Tho initiate briefly replied ; he was pleased to have become a member of the Lodge , and was extremely gratified at the reception

accorded him , which far exceeded his expectations . The I . P . M . in giving the toast of tho W . M ., referred to his having so efficiently filled the minor offices of the Lodge . In hia position as Master tho brethren were not yet in a position to form an opinion , bnt he had no doubt that all the duties of that office wonld bo performed by Bro . Loah in as creditable a manner as had been his previous attempts .

Bro . Leah in reply expressed his intention of carrying out tho duties of the chair to tho beat of his ability ; ho would do all he could for the Confidence Lodge , . and for the members thereof . He then proposed the health of the Visitors . He waa gratified at seeing so many present , to each of them he tendered a most hearty welcome . Bro . Edmands , of the Grand Stewards Lodge , replied . Tho

next toast the W . M . considered the principal one of the ovening ; ho referred to that of the P . M . 'a . The Confidence Lodge had had many good Masters , but few , if any , superior to Bro . Reed . If the brethren considered the way in which ho had performed hi 3 dnties , they wonld agree that the jewel he , as W . M ., waa abont to present on behalf of the Lodge , was richly deserved .

He waa sure the other Past Maaters were ever ready to como forward and devote their energiea for the benefit of the Lodge . Bro . Reed , on behalf of the Past Masters , tendered his hearty thanks . He assured the brethren that he did not enter the office of Master without somo trepidation . If he had pleased the brethren he had pleased himself . Freemasonry had often proved a boon to him , in forming and cementing true friendships . He considered he had that evening

been promoted to what he would call the Houso of Lords of Freemasonry . To the toast of the Treas . and Sec . Bro . Shackoll replied . He had been many years a member of the Lodgo , and ho felt very proud when he occupied the chair thereof . The Officers wa 3 given and acknowledged by the S . and J . Wardens . Bro . P . M . Webb proposed the health of Bro . Fred . Clemow , who suitably acknowledged tho hearty good wishes of the brethren . The Tyler wa 3 summoned , and hia toast concluded the proceedings of the evening .

Percy Lodge of Instruction , No . 198 . —A meeting was hold on Saturday , lat inst ., at the Jolly Farmers , Southgate-road , Islington , N . Present—Bros . Garbett W . M ., Gibbs S . W ., Sparrow J . W ., Killick Sec , Halford Treas ., Powell S . D ., Western J . D ., and Bedwell I . G . Formalities complied with , and tho minutes confirmed ,

the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . C . Lorkin being candidate . Several sections of the firat lecture were worked b y tho Preceptor , assisted by Bros . Moss and I . P . Cohen . Bros . G . Archbald 807 and C . Harris 185 wero elected members , and Bro . Gibb 3 appointed W . M . for tho next meeting .

Jordan Lodge of Instruction , No 201 . —On Tuesday , the 11 th December , at the Devonshire Arms , Devonshire-street , Portland-road . Present—E . White W . M ., Carter S . W ., Long ( W . M . Westbonrne ) J . W ., Fox Sec , Hiscox Treas ., Hurdell S . D ., Franks J . D .,

Martin I . G . P . M . ' s Ash , Emannel , Sherman , & c . Business—Tho Lodge was opened in dne form with solemn prayer , and tho minutes of previous meeting read and confirmed . The fourth section of tho first lecture was worked by the W . M ., after which the Lodgo was opened in the second and third degrees . The ceremony of raising

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was rehearsed , Bro . Emanuel candidate ; the W . M . performed tho ceremony in a very impressive manner , no then resumed tho Lodgo to tho first dogreo , and worked the second and fifth sec tions , assisted by the brethren . Bro . Long proposed , and Bro . Carter

seconded a vote of thanks , to be recorded ou tho minutes , to tho W . M . for tho very able manner ho had worked the ceremonies ; carried unanimously . Bros . Whito and Carter wero elected raombora of tho Lodgo . Bro . P . M . Kow will occupy the chair on Tneaday evening next , when tho ceremony of installation will bo worked .

Etonian Lodge , No . 209 . —Held its monthly meeting on Tuesday the 4 th inst ., at tho Masonic Hall , Windsor . Presont—Bros . C . D . Hnmo P . G . S . W . M ., R . Roberts P . G . S . S . W ., E . Schiemann J . W ., Tho Rev . J . Stndholmo Brownrigg Chaplain , J . O . Cartor P . P . G . D . C . P . M . Sec , Wilson P . M . Treas ., Nicholes S . D ., Pears J . D ., Tolloy P . M . Org ., Evans Steward , Cousins I . G . Kont Tyler . P . M . 'a Stacey , Reid ,

Dixon P . P . G . D . C , Denno , Bryett P . G . S . W ., Molllvvham , Hopwood , Long , Stedwell . Visitors—Bros . Spicer W . M . 569 , Masters 145 , Green P . M . 27 , Harris 1351 and 1567 , Thompson 55 , Date 34 , Tarling 780 , Arnold 382 , Cole 742 , Benson S . W . 1613 , Lay 569 , Powell P . M . 771 , and Johnson 771 . Messrs . Fairclough and Harris

wero initiated ; Bros . Riley and Stollery passed , and Bro . Perks waa raised . Bro . Schiemann J . W . was elected W . M . for the ensuing year ( tho S . W . Bro . Roberts being already the W . M . of the Crystal Palace Lodge , 742 ) . Bro . Wilson P . M . was unanimously re-elected Treasnrer . The usual Past Master ' s Jewel was voted to the W . M ., to bo presented at the conclusion of his year of office .

St . Michael's Lodge , No . 211 . —A meeting waa held on Tuesday , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgate-street . Bros . Alfred Greon W . M ., A . Guttmann S . W ., Jas . A . Withers J . W ., D . Drysdalo Sec , Greenwood Treas ., Dr . Waters I . G ., T . 0 . Speight Tyler . There wore also present several of tho Past Masters , and a fair attendanco of members . Preliminaries being formally complied with , and the

minutes of last meeting read and confirmed , Bro . Henry Green jun . was passed to tho degreo of Fellow Craft , Bro . A . Greon giving a most effective rendering of the ceremony . The ballot was taken for Bro . Neoeles ' G . Mussabini , of Lodge Canongate Kilwinning , No . 2 S . C . It proved satisfactory , and that brother took his seat as a

member of tho Lodge . After routine business , and a notice of motion to bo brought before the members at tho next meeting , the Lodgo waa closed . The brethren then partook of slight refresh , ments , and spent an hour or two in social converse , and in listening to somo capital songs , & c

Prosperity Chapter , No . 290 , Huddersfield . — The regular Convocation of this Chapter was held on Wednesday , the 5 th inst ., at tho Masonic Hall , South Parade . The Chapter was opened punctually at seven o ' clock , by Companions Wm . Schofield P . Z . ( who acted in tho absence of Comp . W . Harrop ) , Jno . W . Turner H ., and Wm . Smith P . Z . ( who acted for Comp . Allen Haigh , who was also

absent ) . There were likewise present Comps . Jno . Rhodes P . Z ., B . Hutchinson P . Z . Treasurer , Wall as S . E ., Faner S . N ., E . Dyson P . S ., Mitchell and Lewis Brierley Assist . Soj ., and several others . The minutes of last Convocation having been read and confirmed , tho business was proceeded with : —to revise the bye-laws of the Chapter ,

in accordance with suggestions from Prov . Grand Chapter ; after the completion of which the Chapter was closed , and the Comps . retired to the banquet hall , where they spent an hour in refreshment and enjoyment , paying duo honour to the toasts which were brought to their notice , and separating with every wish for the prosperity of Royal Arch Masonry .

La Tolerance Lodge of Instruction , No . 358 . —A meet . ing of this Lodge was held on the 12 th inst ., at the Horse and Groom , Winslev-street , Oxford-street , W ., when there were present Bros . T . W . Cooper W . M ., Jupe S . W ., Pratt J . W ., Pierpoint S . D ., Mead J . D ., S . A . Cooper I . G ., T . A . Adam 3 P . G . P . P . M ., C . Davies Treas ., J . Hurdell HOD . Sec , and others , numbering twenty-four in all . The

Lodge having been opened in due form , and the minutes read and confirmed , tho first section was worked . Bro . Adams then took tho chair , to rehearse the'installation ceremony , Bro . T . W . Cooper being presented as W . M . elect . The M . M . ' s having retired , a Board of Installed Masters waa formed . Bro . Jupo W . M . No . 1287 wa 3 installed pro tem during the absence of Bro . Cooper . The brethren

having been re-admitted , Bro . Cooper took the chair , and waa saluted according to ancient custom , and then , in well chosen words , invested his officers as above . Bro . Adams gave the Ancient Charges in his most effective style . The second and third aectiona were worked . Bro . Langdou of the mother Lodge waa elected a member . A cordial vote of thanka to Bro . Adams brought a very enjoyable ovening to a close .

Northern Counties Lodge , No . 406 . —The regular meeting of this Lodge was held on Wednesday , 5 th Dec , at the Masonic Hall , Maple-street , Newcastle-on-Tyne . In the unavoidable absence of tho W . M ., Bro . W . Munday I . P . M . presided , supported by the following Officers : —Bros . J . S . B . Boll as S . W ., R . L . Armstrong J . W ., J . Pago Sec , VV . Shepperd Prov . G . Organist , Organist , G . W . Lax JiD ., S . M .

Harris I . G ., G . Dumford Steward , G . S . Sims Tyler . Past Masters Bros . W . Foulsham aud W . S . Hughes . Tho Lodgo being opened , the minutes of the last meeting wero read and confirmed . Bros . Lightfoot aud Milbnrn woro passed to tho F . C degree , and Bros . Bielby , Hogg , Daniels and Barrick were raised to the sublime degree

of Master Masons , both ceremonies being given by Bro . Munday I . P . M . On the Lodge being resumed in the first degree , Bro . Armstrong , the J . W ., announced with much regret the death of Bro . Puncheon , who had been for 25 years the Treasurer , and who had well been called the Father of the Lodge . It was unanimously resolved