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Installation Meetings, &C.
Treasurer and Secretary were complimented , and to this the Brothers Perl replied . Several other toasts were given . Bro . Morgan responded for the Press . Special recognition was vouchsafed Bro . Baker for his attention to the creature comforts c-f his guests . The evening throughout was essentially a harmonious one ; song succeeded song
in rapid succession . Among those who distinguished themselves , in addition to those already named , we must mention Bros . Woodman , Wicks , Wolf , Venning , & o . Bro . W . Wright , aa usual , proved himself an able pianist , and received hearty applause for his performance of the March of the Turkish Patrol . Bro . Dixie contributed a capital recitation .
St . James ' s Union Lodge , No . 180 . —The meeting of this Lodge was held on Tuesday , 12 th inst ., at the Freemasons' Hall . Present—Bros . Fletcher W . M ., Wade I . P . M ., Stoner P . M . S . W ., Baker J . W ., Maxted S . D ., Chester J . D ., Denne I . G ., Miles Treasurer , Parsons Secretary , Farwig P . M ., and a goodly attendance of the brethren . Visitors—Bros . Baker I . P . M . Joppa . and Gibbs . Lodge
was opened in due form , and after the minutes of previous meeting had been confirmed , Bro . Spence wa 3 examined and raised to the sublime degree of M . M ., the ceremony being most impressively rendered by the Worshipful Master , assisted by his Officers . Lodge was resumed , when Mr . A . Paillard was initiated into the mysteries of the first degree . According to ancient custom , the brethren
then proceeded to elect a W . M . for the ensuing year , when Bro . Baker waa unanimously selected . Bro . Miles was re-elected Treasurer , and Bro . P . M . Stoner Treasurer of the Benevolent Fund . Bro I . P . M . Wade then proposed that a Past Master's jewel be voted to Bro . Fletcher W . M ., from the funds of the Lodge , to mark the appreciation of the brethren of the very satisfactory manner in which Bro . Fletcher had presided over the Lodge during his year . Not only had
he earned the good opinion of all by his administration in the Lodge , but also his presidency at the banquet table left nothing to be desired . The W . M ., in a few cho 3 en words , thanked the brethren most sincerely for the kindness shown him , more particularly this evening . Lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to dinner , which was served to the satisfaction of all , bringing a very pleasant evening to a close .
Lodge of Joppa , No . 188 . —A regular meeting of this popular Lodge was held on the 4 th instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgatestreet . Bro . Myers W . M ., Benjamin S . W ., Martin S . W ., Lyon Tron . surer , Albert P . G . P . Secretary , Bean S . D ., Botihol 'J . D ., Walls I . G ., Dewsnap M . C ., Jaques Wynman Steward , Richard Baker I . P . M ., P . M . ' s Berkowitz , Hickman , Dodson , Levy , Alexander , Roberts ,
Abrahams , Alexander . Visitors—Bradshaw 405 , Bathard 1287 , Stunt 1641 , Lyon 185 , Fletcher W . M . 180 , Siems 1502 , Jennings . Lodge was opened , and the minutes were confirmed . The bye-laws were read by Bro . Baker . Bro . Lorie having answered the usual questions very satisfactorily , was raised to the third degree by tho Worshipful Master . The election of a Worshipful Master for the ensnin «
twelve months then took place , and Brother Benjamin was elected to fill that important position . Bro . Lyon was re-elected Treasurer , and Bro . Woodstook Tyler . Five brethren were elected on the Board of Management , eight on the Benevolent Fund , and two as Auditors . A distressed brother was relieved with the sum of 21 s . Bro . Dodson annonnced that a new Lodgo was about to be formed , and
that he was to he nominated its first Master . It was proposed , seconded , and carried , that the petition be signed by the Ledge . Bro . Baker then proposed that a testimonial be presented to the W . M ., on his ^ retiring from the chair , for the able and efficient manner in which he had discharged his duties : and the sum of £ 5 5 s was voted from the funds of the Lodge to form a nucleus for presenting him with
a testimonial worthy his acceptance . This was carried unanimously . Lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to light refreshments . The W . M . presided , and proposed the usnal Loyal and Masonic toasts . Bro . Albert responded for the Grand Officers . The toast of the Benevolent Fund was responded to by Bro . Alexander , Past President . The W . M . then offered the toast of the W . M . elect .
He was pleased to see Bro . Benjamin in that position , and wished him health and prosperity . Bro . Benjamin in reply said he felt the responsibility of the duties devolving upon him ; he knew they were great , but he hoped to discharge them to their satisfaction . He mi ght remind them that he was almost born in Freemasonry ; many of his family had distinguished themselves , and had gained Provincial Grand
honours in Lancashire . He sincerely thanked the brethren one and all . Bro . Baker said he rose for the last time in his present capacity . No words of his could enhance what he was about to say—that was that the brethren should drink to the health of the W . M . Bro . Myers was one who had ably and efficiently done his duty during the past year , and however enthusiastically this toast had been received
hitherto , he hoped the brethren on this occasion would give it a hearty reception . The Worshipful Master in roply thanked Bro , Baker for his kind expressions ; also the brethren for the way they had received tho toast . He likewise had to thank Bro . Baker for his kind assistance ; at the same time every Officer had clone well ; ho heartily thanked them . The toast of the Visitors was
next given ; the W . M . gave them a hearty welcome . Ho assured thorn that though tho Lodge was about to leave the Albion , they would be always pleased to seo them in their new quarters , especially Bro . Jennings , who , with Bro . Bathard , he would call upon to respond tc the toast . Bro . Jennings said that it was a well-known axiom ; " ' tis hard to part from those we love , " and harder to die ; but changes innst tako place . He regretted the Lodge was about to leave the
Albion ; he would take an early opportunity oE visiting , lie could assnro them that a token prc 3 euted him by tho members of the Lodge would ever bo valned by him . Bro . Bathard followed , as likewise did Bros . Bradshaw and Fletcher . Tho other tonsts wero the P . M . ' s , the Treasurer and Socretary , the Wardens and Officers ; and then the Tyler ' s was given . Altogether a very agreeable evening was passed . Bro . Baker gave an excellent recitation , while Bros . Dodson , Hicks , and Martin contributed to tho harmony .
Installation Meetings, &C.
AIRE AND CALDER LODGE , No . 458 .
THE annual installation of the W . M . of this Lod ^ o took place on Friday afternoon , the 8 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Onso-stroet , Goole . Bro . Ezra Gooderidge , tho W . M . elect , was installed by Bro . Gardiner I . P . M ., there being , notwithstanding tho inclemency of tho weather , a number of visitors from other towns in the district , including Leeds , York , and Howdon . Tho W . M . elect afterwards
invested the following Officers : —Bro 3 . II . Wilson S . W ., W . Brook J . W ., R . Wright P . M . Treasurer , E . C . B . Tudor M . C . ' . T . Raven Secretary , W . Everett S . D ., E . J . Foster J . D ., R . Dayson T . G ., Dixon and Blasdale Stewards , Stevenson Organist , and Brother n . Handley Tyler . Brother Wilson Senior Warden was re-elncfcd charity
member . At the close of tho ceromony Bro . M . Wright presented to the retiring Master a handsome jewel bearing the inscription : " Presented to Bro . H . T . Gardiner , by the brethren of No . 458 , Aire and Calder Lodge , in appreciation of his services in the chair for two
consecutive years . 8 th . Deo . 1882 . " The annual banquet was held at the Sydney Hotel , where tho W . M . elect presided , being supported by Bro . Anderton W . M . 630 , St . Cuthborts , Howden , and the Past Masters and brethren of the Lodge , there being a larger attendance than for several years past .
Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1227 . —The anmversary banquet of this useful and progressive Lodge of Instruction waa held on Friday evening , the 8 th inst ., at Bro . Grey ' s , Swan Tavern , Bethnal Green-voad , Shoreditch , under the presidency of Bro . R . VV Pearoy W . M . 1227 . The company inclnded Bros . P . M . 's Fennor , Andrews , Clark , Serjeant S . W ., Gieseke J . W ., Free Secretary , Stroud
I . G ., Sherwin Organist , Horley W . S ., Pearson 458 , Pratt , Aoiphlett , Oxley , Marks , Ford , Smith , Moss , R . Pringle , Grey , Wright , & o . Ample justice having been done to Bro . Grey ' s excellent catering , tho customary loyal toast was duly honoured , and the healths of our Masonic Rulers were received with the utmost enthusiasm . The W . M ., in proposing the toast of the evening—Success to the Upton Lodge of
Instruction—said he was very happy to inform the brethren that it had met with much success daring the past year . The total number of attendances had been 619 , giving au average of sixteen per meeting , which they must regard as very satisfactory . They had a balance in hand of something like £ 9 , after having given two guineas to Bro . Robinson ' s list , and one guinea towards the Old People ' s Christmas EntsrtainmRnt . There was also an Association connected with the
Lodge , which had likewise been a success , for they had been enabled at every monthly meeting to have a draw—at the last meeting there were two draws—and the result had been to contribute in the aggregate 130 guineas in one year to tho Charities . He thought , therefore , they might fairly congratulate themselves upon the success which had attended their efforts : and he really did not know where
the Charities would be were it not for the Lodges of Instruction . He could say , with perfect truth and confidence , that quite oue-half , and perhaps two-thirds , of the amount subscribed to the . Institutions was derived from tho various Lodges of Instruction Thereforo it behoved one and all , who had Freemasonry at heartand it was comprehended in tho one word " charity "—to look after
their Lodgo 3 of Instruction , and do their best to render them all the assistance that lay iu their power . He coupled with tho toast the name of Bro . Fenn ° r . Tho toast having beeu received with hearty fire , Bro . Feuner said ho thanked the brethren most heartily for tho cordial reception they had accorded him . He was very prond to hear tho announcement made by their W . M . and which he ( the
speaker ) had heard for the first time , as to average number of brethren who had attended this Lodge of Instruction . It showed tho Lodge had done a vast amount of good , and he trusted it would long con . tinue in the same direction . Of course , a Lodge of Instruction was almost a nonentity withont a head , and as they had kindly placed him in that position year after year , he had done the best ho could to
afford the brethren what instruction he conld . Any influence he could bring to bear , however , would be unavailing without the assistance of every member of the Lodge in forwarding its interests , it binding together and uniting in attaining such instruction as should enable them to rise to any office to which they might bo called in the mother Lodge . He thought Lodges of Instruction were , as Bro .
Terry once said , " the real backbone of Freemasonry . " There would be few competent Officers in any Lodge unless they attended the meetings for instruction . Those who attended for the first time felt very strange , and naturally nervous , but when they had been in the habit of attending they gained confidence , and were able to acquit themselves iu any position they might be asked to fill in their mother
Lodge , not ouly with satisfaction to themselves , but with honour to the Lodge . For many years ho had had the support of the Upton Lodge , and this gave him groat confidonce and pleasure in doing what little service he conld iu the way of imparting instruction to others . He hoped to see this Lodge of Instruction go on and prosper in the future as it had done in the past , and that Freemasonry
might flourish and become increasingly influential , not only m promoting feelings of reciprocity and good fellowship , but also in cementing together good mcu and trno who might otherwise have re . niained apart and unknown to each other . Ho then proposed tho health of their excellent W . M ., who fulfilled that position with as much credit as any who had preceded him . That he had strivon to
do his best , as Master of the parent Lodge , no one could doubt who had watched Bro . Pearcy ' s Masonic career . They all knew it was a difficult position to bo placed in tho chair of a Lodge , and that it required all a man ' s judgment and tact to carry on the dntie 3 satisfactorily . Bro . Pearcy had done so with much credit , and it augured
well for the future success of the Lodge when their W . M . took so active an interest in its affairs . He trusted Bro . Pearcy might have the cordial co-operation and assistance of tho Officers and brethren in the discharge of his duties ; if so , it would give him confidence and enable him to carry on the work iu a manner which must conduce to tho best interests of the Lodge . No man had Freemasonry more at
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Installation Meetings, &C.
Treasurer and Secretary were complimented , and to this the Brothers Perl replied . Several other toasts were given . Bro . Morgan responded for the Press . Special recognition was vouchsafed Bro . Baker for his attention to the creature comforts c-f his guests . The evening throughout was essentially a harmonious one ; song succeeded song
in rapid succession . Among those who distinguished themselves , in addition to those already named , we must mention Bros . Woodman , Wicks , Wolf , Venning , & o . Bro . W . Wright , aa usual , proved himself an able pianist , and received hearty applause for his performance of the March of the Turkish Patrol . Bro . Dixie contributed a capital recitation .
St . James ' s Union Lodge , No . 180 . —The meeting of this Lodge was held on Tuesday , 12 th inst ., at the Freemasons' Hall . Present—Bros . Fletcher W . M ., Wade I . P . M ., Stoner P . M . S . W ., Baker J . W ., Maxted S . D ., Chester J . D ., Denne I . G ., Miles Treasurer , Parsons Secretary , Farwig P . M ., and a goodly attendance of the brethren . Visitors—Bros . Baker I . P . M . Joppa . and Gibbs . Lodge
was opened in due form , and after the minutes of previous meeting had been confirmed , Bro . Spence wa 3 examined and raised to the sublime degree of M . M ., the ceremony being most impressively rendered by the Worshipful Master , assisted by his Officers . Lodge was resumed , when Mr . A . Paillard was initiated into the mysteries of the first degree . According to ancient custom , the brethren
then proceeded to elect a W . M . for the ensuing year , when Bro . Baker waa unanimously selected . Bro . Miles was re-elected Treasurer , and Bro . P . M . Stoner Treasurer of the Benevolent Fund . Bro I . P . M . Wade then proposed that a Past Master's jewel be voted to Bro . Fletcher W . M ., from the funds of the Lodge , to mark the appreciation of the brethren of the very satisfactory manner in which Bro . Fletcher had presided over the Lodge during his year . Not only had
he earned the good opinion of all by his administration in the Lodge , but also his presidency at the banquet table left nothing to be desired . The W . M ., in a few cho 3 en words , thanked the brethren most sincerely for the kindness shown him , more particularly this evening . Lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to dinner , which was served to the satisfaction of all , bringing a very pleasant evening to a close .
Lodge of Joppa , No . 188 . —A regular meeting of this popular Lodge was held on the 4 th instant , at the Albion Tavern , Aldersgatestreet . Bro . Myers W . M ., Benjamin S . W ., Martin S . W ., Lyon Tron . surer , Albert P . G . P . Secretary , Bean S . D ., Botihol 'J . D ., Walls I . G ., Dewsnap M . C ., Jaques Wynman Steward , Richard Baker I . P . M ., P . M . ' s Berkowitz , Hickman , Dodson , Levy , Alexander , Roberts ,
Abrahams , Alexander . Visitors—Bradshaw 405 , Bathard 1287 , Stunt 1641 , Lyon 185 , Fletcher W . M . 180 , Siems 1502 , Jennings . Lodge was opened , and the minutes were confirmed . The bye-laws were read by Bro . Baker . Bro . Lorie having answered the usual questions very satisfactorily , was raised to the third degree by tho Worshipful Master . The election of a Worshipful Master for the ensnin «
twelve months then took place , and Brother Benjamin was elected to fill that important position . Bro . Lyon was re-elected Treasurer , and Bro . Woodstook Tyler . Five brethren were elected on the Board of Management , eight on the Benevolent Fund , and two as Auditors . A distressed brother was relieved with the sum of 21 s . Bro . Dodson annonnced that a new Lodgo was about to be formed , and
that he was to he nominated its first Master . It was proposed , seconded , and carried , that the petition be signed by the Ledge . Bro . Baker then proposed that a testimonial be presented to the W . M ., on his ^ retiring from the chair , for the able and efficient manner in which he had discharged his duties : and the sum of £ 5 5 s was voted from the funds of the Lodge to form a nucleus for presenting him with
a testimonial worthy his acceptance . This was carried unanimously . Lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to light refreshments . The W . M . presided , and proposed the usnal Loyal and Masonic toasts . Bro . Albert responded for the Grand Officers . The toast of the Benevolent Fund was responded to by Bro . Alexander , Past President . The W . M . then offered the toast of the W . M . elect .
He was pleased to see Bro . Benjamin in that position , and wished him health and prosperity . Bro . Benjamin in reply said he felt the responsibility of the duties devolving upon him ; he knew they were great , but he hoped to discharge them to their satisfaction . He mi ght remind them that he was almost born in Freemasonry ; many of his family had distinguished themselves , and had gained Provincial Grand
honours in Lancashire . He sincerely thanked the brethren one and all . Bro . Baker said he rose for the last time in his present capacity . No words of his could enhance what he was about to say—that was that the brethren should drink to the health of the W . M . Bro . Myers was one who had ably and efficiently done his duty during the past year , and however enthusiastically this toast had been received
hitherto , he hoped the brethren on this occasion would give it a hearty reception . The Worshipful Master in roply thanked Bro , Baker for his kind expressions ; also the brethren for the way they had received tho toast . He likewise had to thank Bro . Baker for his kind assistance ; at the same time every Officer had clone well ; ho heartily thanked them . The toast of the Visitors was
next given ; the W . M . gave them a hearty welcome . Ho assured thorn that though tho Lodge was about to leave the Albion , they would be always pleased to seo them in their new quarters , especially Bro . Jennings , who , with Bro . Bathard , he would call upon to respond tc the toast . Bro . Jennings said that it was a well-known axiom ; " ' tis hard to part from those we love , " and harder to die ; but changes innst tako place . He regretted the Lodge was about to leave the
Albion ; he would take an early opportunity oE visiting , lie could assnro them that a token prc 3 euted him by tho members of the Lodge would ever bo valned by him . Bro . Bathard followed , as likewise did Bros . Bradshaw and Fletcher . Tho other tonsts wero the P . M . ' s , the Treasurer and Socretary , the Wardens and Officers ; and then the Tyler ' s was given . Altogether a very agreeable evening was passed . Bro . Baker gave an excellent recitation , while Bros . Dodson , Hicks , and Martin contributed to tho harmony .
Installation Meetings, &C.
AIRE AND CALDER LODGE , No . 458 .
THE annual installation of the W . M . of this Lod ^ o took place on Friday afternoon , the 8 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , Onso-stroet , Goole . Bro . Ezra Gooderidge , tho W . M . elect , was installed by Bro . Gardiner I . P . M ., there being , notwithstanding tho inclemency of tho weather , a number of visitors from other towns in the district , including Leeds , York , and Howdon . Tho W . M . elect afterwards
invested the following Officers : —Bro 3 . II . Wilson S . W ., W . Brook J . W ., R . Wright P . M . Treasurer , E . C . B . Tudor M . C . ' . T . Raven Secretary , W . Everett S . D ., E . J . Foster J . D ., R . Dayson T . G ., Dixon and Blasdale Stewards , Stevenson Organist , and Brother n . Handley Tyler . Brother Wilson Senior Warden was re-elncfcd charity
member . At the close of tho ceromony Bro . M . Wright presented to the retiring Master a handsome jewel bearing the inscription : " Presented to Bro . H . T . Gardiner , by the brethren of No . 458 , Aire and Calder Lodge , in appreciation of his services in the chair for two
consecutive years . 8 th . Deo . 1882 . " The annual banquet was held at the Sydney Hotel , where tho W . M . elect presided , being supported by Bro . Anderton W . M . 630 , St . Cuthborts , Howden , and the Past Masters and brethren of the Lodge , there being a larger attendance than for several years past .
Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1227 . —The anmversary banquet of this useful and progressive Lodge of Instruction waa held on Friday evening , the 8 th inst ., at Bro . Grey ' s , Swan Tavern , Bethnal Green-voad , Shoreditch , under the presidency of Bro . R . VV Pearoy W . M . 1227 . The company inclnded Bros . P . M . 's Fennor , Andrews , Clark , Serjeant S . W ., Gieseke J . W ., Free Secretary , Stroud
I . G ., Sherwin Organist , Horley W . S ., Pearson 458 , Pratt , Aoiphlett , Oxley , Marks , Ford , Smith , Moss , R . Pringle , Grey , Wright , & o . Ample justice having been done to Bro . Grey ' s excellent catering , tho customary loyal toast was duly honoured , and the healths of our Masonic Rulers were received with the utmost enthusiasm . The W . M ., in proposing the toast of the evening—Success to the Upton Lodge of
Instruction—said he was very happy to inform the brethren that it had met with much success daring the past year . The total number of attendances had been 619 , giving au average of sixteen per meeting , which they must regard as very satisfactory . They had a balance in hand of something like £ 9 , after having given two guineas to Bro . Robinson ' s list , and one guinea towards the Old People ' s Christmas EntsrtainmRnt . There was also an Association connected with the
Lodge , which had likewise been a success , for they had been enabled at every monthly meeting to have a draw—at the last meeting there were two draws—and the result had been to contribute in the aggregate 130 guineas in one year to tho Charities . He thought , therefore , they might fairly congratulate themselves upon the success which had attended their efforts : and he really did not know where
the Charities would be were it not for the Lodges of Instruction . He could say , with perfect truth and confidence , that quite oue-half , and perhaps two-thirds , of the amount subscribed to the . Institutions was derived from tho various Lodges of Instruction Thereforo it behoved one and all , who had Freemasonry at heartand it was comprehended in tho one word " charity "—to look after
their Lodgo 3 of Instruction , and do their best to render them all the assistance that lay iu their power . He coupled with tho toast the name of Bro . Fenn ° r . Tho toast having beeu received with hearty fire , Bro . Feuner said ho thanked the brethren most heartily for tho cordial reception they had accorded him . He was very prond to hear tho announcement made by their W . M . and which he ( the
speaker ) had heard for the first time , as to average number of brethren who had attended this Lodge of Instruction . It showed tho Lodge had done a vast amount of good , and he trusted it would long con . tinue in the same direction . Of course , a Lodge of Instruction was almost a nonentity withont a head , and as they had kindly placed him in that position year after year , he had done the best ho could to
afford the brethren what instruction he conld . Any influence he could bring to bear , however , would be unavailing without the assistance of every member of the Lodge in forwarding its interests , it binding together and uniting in attaining such instruction as should enable them to rise to any office to which they might bo called in the mother Lodge . He thought Lodges of Instruction were , as Bro .
Terry once said , " the real backbone of Freemasonry . " There would be few competent Officers in any Lodge unless they attended the meetings for instruction . Those who attended for the first time felt very strange , and naturally nervous , but when they had been in the habit of attending they gained confidence , and were able to acquit themselves iu any position they might be asked to fill in their mother
Lodge , not ouly with satisfaction to themselves , but with honour to the Lodge . For many years ho had had the support of the Upton Lodge , and this gave him groat confidonce and pleasure in doing what little service he conld iu the way of imparting instruction to others . He hoped to see this Lodge of Instruction go on and prosper in the future as it had done in the past , and that Freemasonry
might flourish and become increasingly influential , not only m promoting feelings of reciprocity and good fellowship , but also in cementing together good mcu and trno who might otherwise have re . niained apart and unknown to each other . Ho then proposed tho health of their excellent W . M ., who fulfilled that position with as much credit as any who had preceded him . That he had strivon to
do his best , as Master of the parent Lodge , no one could doubt who had watched Bro . Pearcy ' s Masonic career . They all knew it was a difficult position to bo placed in tho chair of a Lodge , and that it required all a man ' s judgment and tact to carry on the dntie 3 satisfactorily . Bro . Pearcy had done so with much credit , and it augured
well for the future success of the Lodge when their W . M . took so active an interest in its affairs . He trusted Bro . Pearcy might have the cordial co-operation and assistance of tho Officers and brethren in the discharge of his duties ; if so , it would give him confidence and enable him to carry on the work iu a manner which must conduce to tho best interests of the Lodge . No man had Freemasonry more at