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Reviews.
The Cosmopolitan Masonic Calendar , Diary , and Pocket Book for 1883 . London : George Kenning , 16 Great Queen Street , W . C . IF we have but few remarks to offer in respect of this excellent publication , it is because it has been so greatly improved during the last few years that little , if any , room is left for the introduction of further improvements . Greater acouracy is noticeable in the day 3 of
meeting set down for Lodges and Chapters , becanse there has been more time to get in the necessary returns . The same prominence is given , and deservedly given , to the Mark degree , though all degrees outside pure and antient Masonry have their share of attention . The information as to Masonry abroad appears to us to be more complete . In Bhort , the " Cosmo " of 1883 is pretty much what it was for 1882 ,
and that because there had been so many improvements made up to and including tho latter year , that no room was left for amending old matter or introducing now in the former . The " Cosmo " in its thirteenth year of publication is about as complete a vade mecum for all branches of Freemasonry as it is possible for any one to compile , and we congratulate Bro . Kenning and the Editor on the continued excellence of their work .
Tlie Restoration of the Jews , and the Rebuilding of King Solomon ' s Tmnple . By Bro . C . Meiter , Mizpah , 1671 , & c . Published by the Author , at 87 Gracechurch Street , London , E . C . Price One Shilling . BRO . MEITER has our entire sympathy in his hopes and aspirations for the Restoration of the Jews to the Holy Land , and the rebuilding
of King Solomon ' s Temple . His pamphlet is interesting , and contains abnndant matter for reflection by those who have studied carefully the history of this marvellous people . His remarks as to the persecution they have latterly met with—especially in Russia—are by no means too severe ; indeed it would be difficult to speak in terms
of sufficient severity of the cruelties they have been subjected to within the past year or two by the semi-barbarous Russians . Brother Meiter , however , has held his feelings well under control , and discusses his subject calmly and with great reason , as well as with tbe exercise of much judgment .
Larger London . By EDWARD WALFORD . A Sequel to Old and New London . To be completed in Twenty-four numbers . Published monthly . THE first number of this periodical , published in their usually efficient style by Messrs . Cassell and Co ., is now before the public It is the commencement of a work to be issued in serial form , that will
contain a history of tbe outlying parts of London , such as Cbiswick , Acton , Gunnersbnry , & c Such a work will doubtless prove very interesting and useful , as , in addition to giving a history and description of the places of interest touched upon , and of the eminent men and women who have from time to time visited , and been resident in , the districts described , it is illustrated throughout ; in many instances
with sketches of considerable artistic merit , with views of numerous places of interest referred to in the work . Accompanying Part 1 . is a large and useful map of " Larger London . " The same publishers also send us their "Illustrated Almanac for 1883 , " which contains , in addition to ordinary almanac matter , an interesting contribution called " Dark Days , a Story of Light , " by
Mr . G . Manville Fenn ; short biographies of some of the most notable men of the year , with portraits , including Arabi Pasha , the Duke of Albany , Cetewayo , and other equally prominent personages . Also an obituary of eminent men who departed this life between 1881-1882 . We have to notice "Little Folks' Annual for 1883 . " This is
a series of stories about kindness to animals , the various authors of which make the birds and animals their own advocates . These no doubt will amuse the Little Folks very much , and will serve as a suitable Christmas Present to many of our young friends . This Annual is illustrated by various well-known artists , including the versatile Ernest Griset .
" The World of Wonders , " also by the same eminent firm , contains many interesting articles , amongst others , on tbe Rotation of the Earth , Extraordinary Growth of Finger Nails , Ice and Water , the Suez Canal , Electric Machines , & c . Iu addition , the work contains a variety of illustrations .
THE LONDON COTTAGE MISSION opened its winter campaign on Wednesday with the first of its Irish stewdinuers to tbe poor children of Eastern London ; and long before noon—at which hour the doors were opened—the hungry hnndreds were waiting outside for what was very likely the first really good meal they had since its doors were closed last May . Mr . Austin , the indefatigable manager of this
excellent charity , had hoped to give the opening dinner in tbe New Hall now almost completed , but as a week or two must elapse before ho takes formal possession of the future home of the Mission , he kindly and thoughtfully decided to begin at once to feed those little waifs and strays of humanity who look forward winter after winter to their weekly dinner of Irish Stew . Not onl y were many
hundreds of children fed aud sent happy away , but it was a sight to see the old and infirm creep in aud take possession of tho benches the little ' ones had just left , they too partaking of a warm and nourishing dinner . But what is wanted is to get the New Hall free from debt , so that there tho work of the Mission may be carried on ; for , admirable and Christian-like as feeding the hungry may be , it
only forms part of the work of the Mission . To aid in this workto feed t e hungry— to carry to the masses of Eastern London the glad tidings of salvation—we now appeal for help , and as soon as the London Cottage Mission Hall is free from debt , aud in Mr . Austin ' s hands , this good work will be much increased . That this
will be ero the New Year sets in , we do not doubt , but meanwhile , all who would help are earnestly requested to seud their donations and subscriptions to Miss Napton , the Lady Superintendent , 304 Bnrdett Road Limehouse , or to Mr . Walter Austiu , 44 Finsbury Pavement , London , E . C .
Notices Of Meetings.
NOTICES OF MEETINGS .
— : o : — Pomfret Lodge , No . 380 . —The brethren of the above Lodge assembled at the Masonic Hall , Northampton , on Thursday , 7 th inst . Bros . Bingley W . M ., Ellard I . P . M ., Airs S . W ., Hart J . W ., Wilkins D . P . G . M . Treasurer , Robinson P . M . Secretary , Duffy S . D ., Sadler J . D ., Timpson LG ., Stanton P . M . and Haynes Stewards . There were also present Bros . Hickman 445 P . P . G . J . W ., Sanders
P . M ., Parker P . M ., Atkins Past Master . Brown Past Master , Michel , Richardson . McCIure , Todd , Wetherell , Clayson , & o Bro . Snow was raised to the degree of Master Mason . Bro . Fletcher passed to the second degree , and Mr . Henry Martin , having been duly ballotted for and elected , was initiated , tbe W . M . very ably performing tbe ceremony in each case , the I . P . M . delivering
the charges . The brethren then dnly eleoted Bro . Airs S . W . as W . M . for the ensuing yoar . Bro . Butler Wilkins was also again duly elected Treasurer . A vote of five guineas to the daughter of an old brother was confirmed , and another application referred to a committee . The installation meeting will take place on Thnrsday , the 4 th January , and not on the 27 th December , as in former years .
Grey Friars Lodge , No . 1101 . —A regular meeting of this Lodge was held on Wednesday , the 13 th instant , at the Masonic Hall , Reading . Present—Bros . Dowsett W . M ., Ridley S . W ., Hawkes J . W ., Stransom Treasurer , Ivey Secretary , Prickett S . D ., Ravenscroft J . D ., Rhind I . G ., Hemmings Tyler ; P . M . ' s Hurley , Ferguson , Margrett , Blackwell , Flanagan ; Bros . Coates , Slaughter , W . Margrett , Collins ,
Greenaway , Sands . Visitors—Westall I . P . M . 1714 , Walters 414 , Spedding 552 , Gadd 1247 , Bradley P . M . 414 , Hawkes 414 , Martin Steward 414 . Lodge was opened and the minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed . The ballot was taken for Brother the Rev . J . M . Guilding 414 , who was elected as a joining member . The Lodge was opened in the second . Bro . W . Margrett being a
candidate for raising to the third , proved his efficiency , was entrusted , and retired . The Lodge was further advanced , when tbe W . M . resigned his gavel into the hands of Brother Margrett P . M ., who in bis usual efficient and impressive manner raised his Brother to the snblime degree of M . M . The ceremony was admirably performed , tbe effect being greatly heightened by vocal and instrumental music
under the direction of Brother Ravenscroft , who presided at the instrument , Brother Westall led the vocal parts . The W . M . on resuming the chair proposed three non-official members on tbe permanent committee , the S . W . seconded , and this was carried . The W . M . read a letter from the Almoner , respecting a brother in distress , a sum was voted for his relief . All business being ended , Lodge was closed and adjourned .
Eboraeum Lodge , No . 1611 . —On Monday night there was a full meeting of the members of this Lodge , including Bros . M . Milliugton W . M ., J . Blenkin S . W ., A . T . B . Turner J . W ., T . B . Whytehead P . M ., J . S . Cumberland P . M ., J . T . Seller P . M ., G . Balraford P . M . and Treasurer , T . Humphries Sec , with several visitors . A ballot was taken for Bro . Reynard , 1010 , as a joining member , aftor
which Messrs . Plenty and Elliott , previously eleoted , were initiated by the W . M . A discussion ensued as to a proposed alteration in tho Bye-laws , at the conclusion of which Bro . Whytehead presented a series of books to the Lodge library , for which a vote of thanks was passed . The names of three gentlemen were proposed as candidates
for Freemasonry , and the Lodge was closed . At refreshment there was a most pleasurable gathering , enlivened as usual by a musical performance , the excellent programme containing the names of Bros . Wilkinson , Child , and Mennell . The principal Loyal and Masonio toasts were duly honoured .
Ebrington Lodge , No . 1847—The annual meeting of the above Lodge was held at the Ebrington Masonic Temple on Tuesday , 12 th inst . After two candidates for initiation had been elected , and a Committee had been appointed to arrange all the details for the annual banquet , VVorsbipful Brother Lethbridge was unanimously elected to represent the Lodga at the
Committee of Petitions for Prov . G . L . Afterwards , in a Board of In . stalled Masters—consisting of W . Bros . Jew , Gover , Lose sen ., Stephens , Lethbridf-e , Littleton , Johns , Aitken-Davies , Lakeman , Westcott , Russell Lord , Pitcher , Hearle , Pearce , Bartlett , Elliott , Stanbury , Hammond , the W . M . elect , Brother Richard Lose jun ., was very impressively installed by his father Bro . R . Lose , who also initiated
him some years since , and both brethren were founders of the Lodge . Bros . Jew , Govor , and Lord gave valuable assistance . The following Officers were appointed for the ensuing year : —Charles A . Nicholson I . P . M ., Isaac Masters S . W ., James Lose J . W ., S . Jew Treasurer , J . H . Stephens Secretary , Joseph J . Garland Chaplain , R . Hurrell S . D ., R . J . Goodyear J . D ., Isaac Morris I . G ., William H . W . Macey
M . C ., W . H . Williams A . M . C ., John Griffin Organist , James J . Masters S . S ., Thomas Geach J . S ., James Bartlett Tyler . The accounts of the Treasurer , which were admirably presented , were received , and they showed a good year ' s work , the Charities having been well looked after . Tho retiring W . M . will bo presented with a handsome timepiece , in appreciation of bis services . Thi 3 will take place at the dinner , to be held on 9 th Jannary 1883 .
J . K . SUAND & Co ., Wiuo Jlorcliauls ( Kxports ami Valuers ) , Well fermented old Wiiie'i autl matured Spirits ) . ' 1 AlbertMansions , Victoria-street , London , S . W .
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Reviews.
The Cosmopolitan Masonic Calendar , Diary , and Pocket Book for 1883 . London : George Kenning , 16 Great Queen Street , W . C . IF we have but few remarks to offer in respect of this excellent publication , it is because it has been so greatly improved during the last few years that little , if any , room is left for the introduction of further improvements . Greater acouracy is noticeable in the day 3 of
meeting set down for Lodges and Chapters , becanse there has been more time to get in the necessary returns . The same prominence is given , and deservedly given , to the Mark degree , though all degrees outside pure and antient Masonry have their share of attention . The information as to Masonry abroad appears to us to be more complete . In Bhort , the " Cosmo " of 1883 is pretty much what it was for 1882 ,
and that because there had been so many improvements made up to and including tho latter year , that no room was left for amending old matter or introducing now in the former . The " Cosmo " in its thirteenth year of publication is about as complete a vade mecum for all branches of Freemasonry as it is possible for any one to compile , and we congratulate Bro . Kenning and the Editor on the continued excellence of their work .
Tlie Restoration of the Jews , and the Rebuilding of King Solomon ' s Tmnple . By Bro . C . Meiter , Mizpah , 1671 , & c . Published by the Author , at 87 Gracechurch Street , London , E . C . Price One Shilling . BRO . MEITER has our entire sympathy in his hopes and aspirations for the Restoration of the Jews to the Holy Land , and the rebuilding
of King Solomon ' s Temple . His pamphlet is interesting , and contains abnndant matter for reflection by those who have studied carefully the history of this marvellous people . His remarks as to the persecution they have latterly met with—especially in Russia—are by no means too severe ; indeed it would be difficult to speak in terms
of sufficient severity of the cruelties they have been subjected to within the past year or two by the semi-barbarous Russians . Brother Meiter , however , has held his feelings well under control , and discusses his subject calmly and with great reason , as well as with tbe exercise of much judgment .
Larger London . By EDWARD WALFORD . A Sequel to Old and New London . To be completed in Twenty-four numbers . Published monthly . THE first number of this periodical , published in their usually efficient style by Messrs . Cassell and Co ., is now before the public It is the commencement of a work to be issued in serial form , that will
contain a history of tbe outlying parts of London , such as Cbiswick , Acton , Gunnersbnry , & c Such a work will doubtless prove very interesting and useful , as , in addition to giving a history and description of the places of interest touched upon , and of the eminent men and women who have from time to time visited , and been resident in , the districts described , it is illustrated throughout ; in many instances
with sketches of considerable artistic merit , with views of numerous places of interest referred to in the work . Accompanying Part 1 . is a large and useful map of " Larger London . " The same publishers also send us their "Illustrated Almanac for 1883 , " which contains , in addition to ordinary almanac matter , an interesting contribution called " Dark Days , a Story of Light , " by
Mr . G . Manville Fenn ; short biographies of some of the most notable men of the year , with portraits , including Arabi Pasha , the Duke of Albany , Cetewayo , and other equally prominent personages . Also an obituary of eminent men who departed this life between 1881-1882 . We have to notice "Little Folks' Annual for 1883 . " This is
a series of stories about kindness to animals , the various authors of which make the birds and animals their own advocates . These no doubt will amuse the Little Folks very much , and will serve as a suitable Christmas Present to many of our young friends . This Annual is illustrated by various well-known artists , including the versatile Ernest Griset .
" The World of Wonders , " also by the same eminent firm , contains many interesting articles , amongst others , on tbe Rotation of the Earth , Extraordinary Growth of Finger Nails , Ice and Water , the Suez Canal , Electric Machines , & c . Iu addition , the work contains a variety of illustrations .
THE LONDON COTTAGE MISSION opened its winter campaign on Wednesday with the first of its Irish stewdinuers to tbe poor children of Eastern London ; and long before noon—at which hour the doors were opened—the hungry hnndreds were waiting outside for what was very likely the first really good meal they had since its doors were closed last May . Mr . Austin , the indefatigable manager of this
excellent charity , had hoped to give the opening dinner in tbe New Hall now almost completed , but as a week or two must elapse before ho takes formal possession of the future home of the Mission , he kindly and thoughtfully decided to begin at once to feed those little waifs and strays of humanity who look forward winter after winter to their weekly dinner of Irish Stew . Not onl y were many
hundreds of children fed aud sent happy away , but it was a sight to see the old and infirm creep in aud take possession of tho benches the little ' ones had just left , they too partaking of a warm and nourishing dinner . But what is wanted is to get the New Hall free from debt , so that there tho work of the Mission may be carried on ; for , admirable and Christian-like as feeding the hungry may be , it
only forms part of the work of the Mission . To aid in this workto feed t e hungry— to carry to the masses of Eastern London the glad tidings of salvation—we now appeal for help , and as soon as the London Cottage Mission Hall is free from debt , aud in Mr . Austin ' s hands , this good work will be much increased . That this
will be ero the New Year sets in , we do not doubt , but meanwhile , all who would help are earnestly requested to seud their donations and subscriptions to Miss Napton , the Lady Superintendent , 304 Bnrdett Road Limehouse , or to Mr . Walter Austiu , 44 Finsbury Pavement , London , E . C .
Notices Of Meetings.
NOTICES OF MEETINGS .
— : o : — Pomfret Lodge , No . 380 . —The brethren of the above Lodge assembled at the Masonic Hall , Northampton , on Thursday , 7 th inst . Bros . Bingley W . M ., Ellard I . P . M ., Airs S . W ., Hart J . W ., Wilkins D . P . G . M . Treasurer , Robinson P . M . Secretary , Duffy S . D ., Sadler J . D ., Timpson LG ., Stanton P . M . and Haynes Stewards . There were also present Bros . Hickman 445 P . P . G . J . W ., Sanders
P . M ., Parker P . M ., Atkins Past Master . Brown Past Master , Michel , Richardson . McCIure , Todd , Wetherell , Clayson , & o Bro . Snow was raised to the degree of Master Mason . Bro . Fletcher passed to the second degree , and Mr . Henry Martin , having been duly ballotted for and elected , was initiated , tbe W . M . very ably performing tbe ceremony in each case , the I . P . M . delivering
the charges . The brethren then dnly eleoted Bro . Airs S . W . as W . M . for the ensuing yoar . Bro . Butler Wilkins was also again duly elected Treasurer . A vote of five guineas to the daughter of an old brother was confirmed , and another application referred to a committee . The installation meeting will take place on Thnrsday , the 4 th January , and not on the 27 th December , as in former years .
Grey Friars Lodge , No . 1101 . —A regular meeting of this Lodge was held on Wednesday , the 13 th instant , at the Masonic Hall , Reading . Present—Bros . Dowsett W . M ., Ridley S . W ., Hawkes J . W ., Stransom Treasurer , Ivey Secretary , Prickett S . D ., Ravenscroft J . D ., Rhind I . G ., Hemmings Tyler ; P . M . ' s Hurley , Ferguson , Margrett , Blackwell , Flanagan ; Bros . Coates , Slaughter , W . Margrett , Collins ,
Greenaway , Sands . Visitors—Westall I . P . M . 1714 , Walters 414 , Spedding 552 , Gadd 1247 , Bradley P . M . 414 , Hawkes 414 , Martin Steward 414 . Lodge was opened and the minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed . The ballot was taken for Brother the Rev . J . M . Guilding 414 , who was elected as a joining member . The Lodge was opened in the second . Bro . W . Margrett being a
candidate for raising to the third , proved his efficiency , was entrusted , and retired . The Lodge was further advanced , when tbe W . M . resigned his gavel into the hands of Brother Margrett P . M ., who in bis usual efficient and impressive manner raised his Brother to the snblime degree of M . M . The ceremony was admirably performed , tbe effect being greatly heightened by vocal and instrumental music
under the direction of Brother Ravenscroft , who presided at the instrument , Brother Westall led the vocal parts . The W . M . on resuming the chair proposed three non-official members on tbe permanent committee , the S . W . seconded , and this was carried . The W . M . read a letter from the Almoner , respecting a brother in distress , a sum was voted for his relief . All business being ended , Lodge was closed and adjourned .
Eboraeum Lodge , No . 1611 . —On Monday night there was a full meeting of the members of this Lodge , including Bros . M . Milliugton W . M ., J . Blenkin S . W ., A . T . B . Turner J . W ., T . B . Whytehead P . M ., J . S . Cumberland P . M ., J . T . Seller P . M ., G . Balraford P . M . and Treasurer , T . Humphries Sec , with several visitors . A ballot was taken for Bro . Reynard , 1010 , as a joining member , aftor
which Messrs . Plenty and Elliott , previously eleoted , were initiated by the W . M . A discussion ensued as to a proposed alteration in tho Bye-laws , at the conclusion of which Bro . Whytehead presented a series of books to the Lodge library , for which a vote of thanks was passed . The names of three gentlemen were proposed as candidates
for Freemasonry , and the Lodge was closed . At refreshment there was a most pleasurable gathering , enlivened as usual by a musical performance , the excellent programme containing the names of Bros . Wilkinson , Child , and Mennell . The principal Loyal and Masonio toasts were duly honoured .
Ebrington Lodge , No . 1847—The annual meeting of the above Lodge was held at the Ebrington Masonic Temple on Tuesday , 12 th inst . After two candidates for initiation had been elected , and a Committee had been appointed to arrange all the details for the annual banquet , VVorsbipful Brother Lethbridge was unanimously elected to represent the Lodga at the
Committee of Petitions for Prov . G . L . Afterwards , in a Board of In . stalled Masters—consisting of W . Bros . Jew , Gover , Lose sen ., Stephens , Lethbridf-e , Littleton , Johns , Aitken-Davies , Lakeman , Westcott , Russell Lord , Pitcher , Hearle , Pearce , Bartlett , Elliott , Stanbury , Hammond , the W . M . elect , Brother Richard Lose jun ., was very impressively installed by his father Bro . R . Lose , who also initiated
him some years since , and both brethren were founders of the Lodge . Bros . Jew , Govor , and Lord gave valuable assistance . The following Officers were appointed for the ensuing year : —Charles A . Nicholson I . P . M ., Isaac Masters S . W ., James Lose J . W ., S . Jew Treasurer , J . H . Stephens Secretary , Joseph J . Garland Chaplain , R . Hurrell S . D ., R . J . Goodyear J . D ., Isaac Morris I . G ., William H . W . Macey
M . C ., W . H . Williams A . M . C ., John Griffin Organist , James J . Masters S . S ., Thomas Geach J . S ., James Bartlett Tyler . The accounts of the Treasurer , which were admirably presented , were received , and they showed a good year ' s work , the Charities having been well looked after . Tho retiring W . M . will bo presented with a handsome timepiece , in appreciation of bis services . Thi 3 will take place at the dinner , to be held on 9 th Jannary 1883 .
J . K . SUAND & Co ., Wiuo Jlorcliauls ( Kxports ami Valuers ) , Well fermented old Wiiie'i autl matured Spirits ) . ' 1 AlbertMansions , Victoria-street , London , S . W .