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which was received and adopted . The ballot was then taken and proved unanimous in favour of Bro . Frank Turner , of tho Sir Hugh Myddleton Lodge , as a Joining Blember ; and of Mr . Francis Ward , of the Royal Engineers , as a candidate for initiation . The latter gentleman being in attendance was introduced , and regularly initiated into the mysteries and privileges of Freemasonry . At the termination of that ceremony , the Lodge was opened in the second degree , when Bro . R . Urquhart W . M .-oleot was presented hy Bro .
Crichton Walker , and signified his assent to the ancient charges and regulations . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , and Brother Urquhart was duly installed as Blaster , but owing to the fact that he has already passed through the chair of the Brownrigg Lodge of Unity the ceremony was somewhat abbreviated . The ritual was ably carried out by Bro . Standing , whose delivery of the addresses met with the commendation of the Brethren .
The following Officers were appointed for the ensuing year : —Bros . 0 B . Wassar S . W ., J . P . White J . W ., W . H . Coles Treasurer , John Fitch Sec , H . M . Carter S . D ., James Kearney J . D ., C J Sleigh I . G ., W . F . Twydell D . C , H . F . Stevens Organist , D . Ricketts and J . Himes Stewards , J . Duffy Tyler . A Past Master's Jewel was presented to Bro . Standing , in the name of the Lodge , for his services during the past year , Bro . Urquhart expressing the hope that he might long be spared to wear it ,, and so remember the pleasant time when he was Blaster of the Engineer Lodge .
Bro . Standing modestly returned thanks for the present , saying he did not esteem the handsome jewel for its intrinsic value , hut because it proved that he hacl merited the friendship of the Brethren , by performing his duty to their satisfaction . Bro . Twydell appealed for votes for the widow of an old Mason , who was trying to get her daughter elected to the Girls School . It was a deserving ease , and he would ho grateful for any assistance . Votes for any of the Charities might be sent to him or the Secretary .
This concluding the business of the evening , the Master received the hearty good wishes of the Brethren , and the Lodge was closed . The installation banquet was served at the Ronveau Hotel , Golden Square , and a very pleasant evening was spent , during which the customary complimentary toasts were honoured . ' The Brethren were mindful of the wants of others , as the Charity Box —in the shape of a miniature Martello Tower—sufficiently testified .
Bro . Robert Urquhart , the present ruler of the Engineer Lodge , was born 24 th June 1851 , at Bradley , Derbyshire , and was initiated in November 1881 , in the Brownrigg Lodge of Unity , No . 1424 , Old Brompton , Kent . He has filled all the offices of the Craft , and occupied the chair of his Mother Lodge in 1897 . He is J . of the Royal Kent Chapter of Antiquity , No . 20 ; J . W . of the United Service Lodge of Blark Masters , No . 69 ; and S . of the Gordon Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners , of which latter body he was one of the Founders . He was also one of the promoters of the Lodge of which he is now Worshipful Master .
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PROVINCIAL .
LODGE OF INTEGRITY , No . 163 . THE regular meeting was held at the Freemasons' Hall , Manchester , on Wednesday , 30 th ult ., Bro . Frederic Walmsiey W . M . There was an attendance of nearly seventy members and visitors , and in connection with the latter it is a singular fact that there was not one present whose Masonic rank was lower than that of an Installed Master . Tne presence of so many
distinguished visitors was undoubtedly owing to the fact that a special notice bad heen issued hy the Lodge to the following effect : — " Bro . 2 . M . McLeod Secretary oi tho Royal Blasonic Institute for Boys will attend in order to explain fully the arrangements for the ensuing Centenary Festival of the Institution , the date of which has been altered to Friday , 10 th of June 1898 . Brethren desirous of acting as Stewards are requested to communicate with the Charity Representative Bro . H . H . Warburton P . BI . P . P . S . G . D . "
After the reading and confirmation of minutes , Bros . Eustace Barton Beesley and Kesheo Gokhalay were passed to the degree of F . C , the former by the W . M ., and the latter by Bro . John Studd P . P . G . D . C , the working tools being presented and explained by Bro . H . R . Yates S . W . Though very great interest was taken in the ceremonies , which were excellently well performed , yet the centre of attraction was Bro . BlcLeod , whose extremely interesting remarks were listened to with attention . He
was introduced to the meeting by the W . B'L , and at the onset made an eloquent appeal on behalf of the Institution which he represents . Founded in 1798 , he said it was now pre-eminent in position , with efficient and satisfactory organisation . The number of boys on the present roll amounted to 280 , of whom 259 were cared for in the Institution , 21 being outside . The contemplated removal into tbo country was principally on the ground of health , and also that the new school might afford a greater capacity , and be
ablo to accommodate at least 500 boys , as future necessities might require . Again , the improved financial condition of the Institution would admit of this , and the probable future calls would imperatively demand such extension . Bro . McLeod spoke of the improvements in the management of the School , the elevation of its educational standard , and the extension of time in the case of promising boys ; that is to say , the present rule would be
relaxed , or tho period of residence extended , so as not to retard the prospects or position of any promising pupil . The health of the boys was excellent , and it gavo him great pleasure to say so . With regard to the forthcoming Festival , ho made the very satisfactory announcement that 2 , 400 Stewards had already promised to attend , and he exhibited the badge , prepared for this function , which carried the especial privilege that it could be worn for life .
Bvo . Warburton elicited a detailed statement from him with regard to Stewards' privileges for this occasion , it being also explained tbat the fee was a personal donation of ten guineas , and a Steward ' s fee of two guineas ; that "t was not necessary for the Brother to attend in person , but that the amount could be forwarded .
Bro . C . D . Cheetham P . M . 993 P . P . G . W ., on behalf of the Provincial Charity Committee , expressed his satisfaction with the action of the Officers of the Lodge of Integrity , in affording so many visitors an opportunity of hearing Bro . McLeod . He also explained the position which the Province of East Lancashire had now assumed upon the question of tho Boys School ,
after the protest of some years ago . The objection then was not to the Institution , but to its mode of government ; but such radical changes had been effected , and such improvements introduced into its management , that toe Province to which he belonged could now recommend it with confidence . "Ut there was one thing which they must not overlook , ' and that was the fact
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that East Lancashire must havo adequate representation , HO as not to he outvoted , as they were on a former occasion ; and bo strongly recommended each Lodge to send one Steward to tho Festival . Ho believetl that so far as his Province was concerned , considerably over 100 Brethren had promised to attend in this capacity .
Bro . Jas . Newton P . M . 37 Prov . Grand Secretary endorsed the remarks of Bro . Cheetham , supported tho appeal , and announced that he had brought to the meeting plans and drawings of the proposed new Schools , with photos of the site , which the Brethren wero invited to inspect . Bro . Warburton proposed a vote of thanks to Bro . McLeod for his
attendance , and also for his lucid explanations , and ended with making a special appeal on behalf of a boy , the sou of an Integrity member . He mentioned that Bro . John Townend had expressed his intention of acting as Steward ; the W . BI . and Bro . John Studd making similar announcements on their own behalf .
The W . M . mado special mention of the heavy bereavement which had befallen Bro . John Allen , and assured him of the sincere sympathy of every member of the Lodge . Bro . Allen mado a brief but suitable reply to the W . M . 's kind remarks . At the festive board which followed , Loyal and Blasonic toasts were
interspersed with songs , recitations , & c , tho contributaries being Bros . Herbert A . Owles I . P . M ., Bon Williams P . BI ., R . W . Nuttall J . D ., F . Whittle Organist , F . Ridsdale Bowley P . BI . 1213 , ancl Edward Roberts P . BI . 1459 . Bros . Bowley ancl Whittle musfc be especially complimented , tho former for his verv excellent singing , and the latter for a clever oboe solo .
In reply to certain remarks of a Past Blaster , Bro . BlcLeod tendered an explanation , adding that he strongly objected to the Institutions in the neighbourhood of London being termed " London Institutions , " as the benefits derivable from them were cosmopolitan . It was an actual fact fchat the Provincial Lodges participated in these benefits to a far greater extent than did the London Lodges , and this he stated was entirely owing to the superior organisation in the matter of voting which was adopted in the Provinces .
Besides those already mentioned there were present Bros . W . H . Peak P . M . 993 P . P . G . D . C , Chas . Swinn P . M . 1633 2387 P . J . G . D ., J . W . Millward P . BI . 992 P . P . G . S . Wks ., * Goo . Macfarlane P . BI . 1633 P . P . G . S . Wks ., W . J . Melling P . BI . 2185 P . G . S . B ., T . J . Hooper P . BI . 1170 P . P . G . Tr ., F . Steevens P . M . 633 P . D . G . S . B . Madras , and many others .
ST . MATTHEW LODGE , No . 539 . ON Thursday , 7 th inst ., Bro . C . Taylor ( Chief Constable of the Borough of Walsall ) , was installed as W . M . by the retiring W . BI . Brother F . James . There was a large attendance of visitors . The customary banquet took place in the Guildhall Assembly Room .
ARCHITECT LODGE , No . 1375 . FT 1 HE regular meeting , held at the Blasonic Hall , Chorlton-cum-Hardy , on _ l . Friday , 1 st inst ., and presided over by Bro . I . R . E . Birkett W . BI ., was well attended . The principal business of the evening was thafc of balloting for and initiating Mr . Albert Varey Sharratt , Builder , Northenden , the ceremony being performed by the W . M ., assisted by Bro . John M . Crone S . W ., who
delivered the historical charge , and Bro . Hugh W . Bloomer J . W ., who presented and explained the working tools . We must congratulate Bro . Crone upon the excellent manner in which he performed . the duty allotted him ; for while he rendered the charge in a very impressive manner , ho did not falter , or make a single omission , and ho has fully justified the high opinions formed of him wheu he was assigned to the Senior Warden's chair .
At the festive board which followed , the Loyal and Blasonic toasts were varied by songs , & c , contributed by Bros . W . T . Hesketh P . M . Sec , Wm , Rushton J . D ., W . Lea I . G ., Hy . Nail P . BI . P . P . G . Tr ., H . G . Ward W . BI . 993 , and others , a pleasant evening being spent .
CENTURION LODGE , No . 23212 . "" "TIKE regular meeting was held at the Victoria Hotel , Blar , Chester , on JL Blonday , 4 th inst ., Bro . Capt . T . W . Ashworth W . BI . After the reading and confirmation of minutes , a successful ballot was taken for Mr . Martin Charles V . Hertz , Blerchant , Manchester , Lieutenant 4 th V . B . B 1 . R ., who was initiated by Bro . Surgeon-Capt . A . H . Smith P . BI .,
assisted by Bro . the Rev . J . W . ChalUnor P . P . G . C J . W ., thc latter delivering the ancient charge . Lodge having been advanced , Bro . Captain Arthur Wall was passed to the degree of F . C . by the W . M ., after which the proceedings wero closed , and the Brethren adjourned to supper . The Visitors wore Bros . 0 . E . Hindley P . M . 148 P . P . G . a . D . West Lanes , G . N . Blidwood W . BI . 1253 , and Carlton Smith 1009 .
MINNEHAHA MINSTREL LODGE , No . 2363 . THE regular meeting was held at the Victoria Hotel , Blanohester , on Blonday , 28 th ult ., Bro . Edwyn A . Smith W . M . After the reading and confirmation of minutes , Bro . Seth Wrigley P . BI . P . P . G . J . D . delivered one of the ancient charges , and Bro . Cyril H . Beever P . BI . Secy ., read the bye-laws of the Lodge .
Bro . Wrigley was elected as Charity Representative in place of Bro . Martin Thomas P . M . P . P . G . D ., lately deceased . Upon the proposition of the W . BI ., seconded by Bro . Hy . Nail P . BI . P . P . G . Tr ., and supported by Bro . Jos . Hilton Treasurer , a vote of condolence was passed with the widow of the lato Bro . Thomas . The Lodge was then closed in peace and harmony .
Royal Arch.
ROYAL ARCH .
GALLERY CHAPTER , No . 1928 . A CONVOCATION * was hold ab Anderton's Hotol , Floofc Streot , E . G ., on Saturday , fcho Principals' Chairs being occupied by Comps . John Read M . E . Z ., J . Manning P . Z . " as H ., and J . j . Fretwell J . The Chapter was regularly opened and the Companions were admitted , when tho minutes of the last convocation were road , aud their correctness confirmed .
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which was received and adopted . The ballot was then taken and proved unanimous in favour of Bro . Frank Turner , of tho Sir Hugh Myddleton Lodge , as a Joining Blember ; and of Mr . Francis Ward , of the Royal Engineers , as a candidate for initiation . The latter gentleman being in attendance was introduced , and regularly initiated into the mysteries and privileges of Freemasonry . At the termination of that ceremony , the Lodge was opened in the second degree , when Bro . R . Urquhart W . M .-oleot was presented hy Bro .
Crichton Walker , and signified his assent to the ancient charges and regulations . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , and Brother Urquhart was duly installed as Blaster , but owing to the fact that he has already passed through the chair of the Brownrigg Lodge of Unity the ceremony was somewhat abbreviated . The ritual was ably carried out by Bro . Standing , whose delivery of the addresses met with the commendation of the Brethren .
The following Officers were appointed for the ensuing year : —Bros . 0 B . Wassar S . W ., J . P . White J . W ., W . H . Coles Treasurer , John Fitch Sec , H . M . Carter S . D ., James Kearney J . D ., C J Sleigh I . G ., W . F . Twydell D . C , H . F . Stevens Organist , D . Ricketts and J . Himes Stewards , J . Duffy Tyler . A Past Master's Jewel was presented to Bro . Standing , in the name of the Lodge , for his services during the past year , Bro . Urquhart expressing the hope that he might long be spared to wear it ,, and so remember the pleasant time when he was Blaster of the Engineer Lodge .
Bro . Standing modestly returned thanks for the present , saying he did not esteem the handsome jewel for its intrinsic value , hut because it proved that he hacl merited the friendship of the Brethren , by performing his duty to their satisfaction . Bro . Twydell appealed for votes for the widow of an old Mason , who was trying to get her daughter elected to the Girls School . It was a deserving ease , and he would ho grateful for any assistance . Votes for any of the Charities might be sent to him or the Secretary .
This concluding the business of the evening , the Master received the hearty good wishes of the Brethren , and the Lodge was closed . The installation banquet was served at the Ronveau Hotel , Golden Square , and a very pleasant evening was spent , during which the customary complimentary toasts were honoured . ' The Brethren were mindful of the wants of others , as the Charity Box —in the shape of a miniature Martello Tower—sufficiently testified .
Bro . Robert Urquhart , the present ruler of the Engineer Lodge , was born 24 th June 1851 , at Bradley , Derbyshire , and was initiated in November 1881 , in the Brownrigg Lodge of Unity , No . 1424 , Old Brompton , Kent . He has filled all the offices of the Craft , and occupied the chair of his Mother Lodge in 1897 . He is J . of the Royal Kent Chapter of Antiquity , No . 20 ; J . W . of the United Service Lodge of Blark Masters , No . 69 ; and S . of the Gordon Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners , of which latter body he was one of the Founders . He was also one of the promoters of the Lodge of which he is now Worshipful Master .
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PROVINCIAL .
LODGE OF INTEGRITY , No . 163 . THE regular meeting was held at the Freemasons' Hall , Manchester , on Wednesday , 30 th ult ., Bro . Frederic Walmsiey W . M . There was an attendance of nearly seventy members and visitors , and in connection with the latter it is a singular fact that there was not one present whose Masonic rank was lower than that of an Installed Master . Tne presence of so many
distinguished visitors was undoubtedly owing to the fact that a special notice bad heen issued hy the Lodge to the following effect : — " Bro . 2 . M . McLeod Secretary oi tho Royal Blasonic Institute for Boys will attend in order to explain fully the arrangements for the ensuing Centenary Festival of the Institution , the date of which has been altered to Friday , 10 th of June 1898 . Brethren desirous of acting as Stewards are requested to communicate with the Charity Representative Bro . H . H . Warburton P . BI . P . P . S . G . D . "
After the reading and confirmation of minutes , Bros . Eustace Barton Beesley and Kesheo Gokhalay were passed to the degree of F . C , the former by the W . M ., and the latter by Bro . John Studd P . P . G . D . C , the working tools being presented and explained by Bro . H . R . Yates S . W . Though very great interest was taken in the ceremonies , which were excellently well performed , yet the centre of attraction was Bro . BlcLeod , whose extremely interesting remarks were listened to with attention . He
was introduced to the meeting by the W . B'L , and at the onset made an eloquent appeal on behalf of the Institution which he represents . Founded in 1798 , he said it was now pre-eminent in position , with efficient and satisfactory organisation . The number of boys on the present roll amounted to 280 , of whom 259 were cared for in the Institution , 21 being outside . The contemplated removal into tbo country was principally on the ground of health , and also that the new school might afford a greater capacity , and be
ablo to accommodate at least 500 boys , as future necessities might require . Again , the improved financial condition of the Institution would admit of this , and the probable future calls would imperatively demand such extension . Bro . McLeod spoke of the improvements in the management of the School , the elevation of its educational standard , and the extension of time in the case of promising boys ; that is to say , the present rule would be
relaxed , or tho period of residence extended , so as not to retard the prospects or position of any promising pupil . The health of the boys was excellent , and it gavo him great pleasure to say so . With regard to the forthcoming Festival , ho made the very satisfactory announcement that 2 , 400 Stewards had already promised to attend , and he exhibited the badge , prepared for this function , which carried the especial privilege that it could be worn for life .
Bvo . Warburton elicited a detailed statement from him with regard to Stewards' privileges for this occasion , it being also explained tbat the fee was a personal donation of ten guineas , and a Steward ' s fee of two guineas ; that "t was not necessary for the Brother to attend in person , but that the amount could be forwarded .
Bro . C . D . Cheetham P . M . 993 P . P . G . W ., on behalf of the Provincial Charity Committee , expressed his satisfaction with the action of the Officers of the Lodge of Integrity , in affording so many visitors an opportunity of hearing Bro . McLeod . He also explained the position which the Province of East Lancashire had now assumed upon the question of tho Boys School ,
after the protest of some years ago . The objection then was not to the Institution , but to its mode of government ; but such radical changes had been effected , and such improvements introduced into its management , that toe Province to which he belonged could now recommend it with confidence . "Ut there was one thing which they must not overlook , ' and that was the fact
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that East Lancashire must havo adequate representation , HO as not to he outvoted , as they were on a former occasion ; and bo strongly recommended each Lodge to send one Steward to tho Festival . Ho believetl that so far as his Province was concerned , considerably over 100 Brethren had promised to attend in this capacity .
Bro . Jas . Newton P . M . 37 Prov . Grand Secretary endorsed the remarks of Bro . Cheetham , supported tho appeal , and announced that he had brought to the meeting plans and drawings of the proposed new Schools , with photos of the site , which the Brethren wero invited to inspect . Bro . Warburton proposed a vote of thanks to Bro . McLeod for his
attendance , and also for his lucid explanations , and ended with making a special appeal on behalf of a boy , the sou of an Integrity member . He mentioned that Bro . John Townend had expressed his intention of acting as Steward ; the W . BI . and Bro . John Studd making similar announcements on their own behalf .
The W . M . mado special mention of the heavy bereavement which had befallen Bro . John Allen , and assured him of the sincere sympathy of every member of the Lodge . Bro . Allen mado a brief but suitable reply to the W . M . 's kind remarks . At the festive board which followed , Loyal and Blasonic toasts were
interspersed with songs , recitations , & c , tho contributaries being Bros . Herbert A . Owles I . P . M ., Bon Williams P . BI ., R . W . Nuttall J . D ., F . Whittle Organist , F . Ridsdale Bowley P . BI . 1213 , ancl Edward Roberts P . BI . 1459 . Bros . Bowley ancl Whittle musfc be especially complimented , tho former for his verv excellent singing , and the latter for a clever oboe solo .
In reply to certain remarks of a Past Blaster , Bro . BlcLeod tendered an explanation , adding that he strongly objected to the Institutions in the neighbourhood of London being termed " London Institutions , " as the benefits derivable from them were cosmopolitan . It was an actual fact fchat the Provincial Lodges participated in these benefits to a far greater extent than did the London Lodges , and this he stated was entirely owing to the superior organisation in the matter of voting which was adopted in the Provinces .
Besides those already mentioned there were present Bros . W . H . Peak P . M . 993 P . P . G . D . C , Chas . Swinn P . M . 1633 2387 P . J . G . D ., J . W . Millward P . BI . 992 P . P . G . S . Wks ., * Goo . Macfarlane P . BI . 1633 P . P . G . S . Wks ., W . J . Melling P . BI . 2185 P . G . S . B ., T . J . Hooper P . BI . 1170 P . P . G . Tr ., F . Steevens P . M . 633 P . D . G . S . B . Madras , and many others .
ST . MATTHEW LODGE , No . 539 . ON Thursday , 7 th inst ., Bro . C . Taylor ( Chief Constable of the Borough of Walsall ) , was installed as W . M . by the retiring W . BI . Brother F . James . There was a large attendance of visitors . The customary banquet took place in the Guildhall Assembly Room .
ARCHITECT LODGE , No . 1375 . FT 1 HE regular meeting , held at the Blasonic Hall , Chorlton-cum-Hardy , on _ l . Friday , 1 st inst ., and presided over by Bro . I . R . E . Birkett W . BI ., was well attended . The principal business of the evening was thafc of balloting for and initiating Mr . Albert Varey Sharratt , Builder , Northenden , the ceremony being performed by the W . M ., assisted by Bro . John M . Crone S . W ., who
delivered the historical charge , and Bro . Hugh W . Bloomer J . W ., who presented and explained the working tools . We must congratulate Bro . Crone upon the excellent manner in which he performed . the duty allotted him ; for while he rendered the charge in a very impressive manner , ho did not falter , or make a single omission , and ho has fully justified the high opinions formed of him wheu he was assigned to the Senior Warden's chair .
At the festive board which followed , the Loyal and Blasonic toasts were varied by songs , & c , contributed by Bros . W . T . Hesketh P . M . Sec , Wm , Rushton J . D ., W . Lea I . G ., Hy . Nail P . BI . P . P . G . Tr ., H . G . Ward W . BI . 993 , and others , a pleasant evening being spent .
CENTURION LODGE , No . 23212 . "" "TIKE regular meeting was held at the Victoria Hotel , Blar , Chester , on JL Blonday , 4 th inst ., Bro . Capt . T . W . Ashworth W . BI . After the reading and confirmation of minutes , a successful ballot was taken for Mr . Martin Charles V . Hertz , Blerchant , Manchester , Lieutenant 4 th V . B . B 1 . R ., who was initiated by Bro . Surgeon-Capt . A . H . Smith P . BI .,
assisted by Bro . the Rev . J . W . ChalUnor P . P . G . C J . W ., thc latter delivering the ancient charge . Lodge having been advanced , Bro . Captain Arthur Wall was passed to the degree of F . C . by the W . M ., after which the proceedings wero closed , and the Brethren adjourned to supper . The Visitors wore Bros . 0 . E . Hindley P . M . 148 P . P . G . a . D . West Lanes , G . N . Blidwood W . BI . 1253 , and Carlton Smith 1009 .
MINNEHAHA MINSTREL LODGE , No . 2363 . THE regular meeting was held at the Victoria Hotel , Blanohester , on Blonday , 28 th ult ., Bro . Edwyn A . Smith W . M . After the reading and confirmation of minutes , Bro . Seth Wrigley P . BI . P . P . G . J . D . delivered one of the ancient charges , and Bro . Cyril H . Beever P . BI . Secy ., read the bye-laws of the Lodge .
Bro . Wrigley was elected as Charity Representative in place of Bro . Martin Thomas P . M . P . P . G . D ., lately deceased . Upon the proposition of the W . BI ., seconded by Bro . Hy . Nail P . BI . P . P . G . Tr ., and supported by Bro . Jos . Hilton Treasurer , a vote of condolence was passed with the widow of the lato Bro . Thomas . The Lodge was then closed in peace and harmony .
Royal Arch.
ROYAL ARCH .
GALLERY CHAPTER , No . 1928 . A CONVOCATION * was hold ab Anderton's Hotol , Floofc Streot , E . G ., on Saturday , fcho Principals' Chairs being occupied by Comps . John Read M . E . Z ., J . Manning P . Z . " as H ., and J . j . Fretwell J . The Chapter was regularly opened and the Companions were admitted , when tho minutes of the last convocation were road , aud their correctness confirmed .