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The Ritual In Staffordshire.

course of the proceedings Col . Cough tendered a very hearty welcome to tho assembled brethren and bore his testimony to the greatly increased interest whioh was now taken in the working of the Emulation ritual . They commenced their meetings in association with Warwickshire alone , but at the present time there were no less than six different Provinces moro or less in alliance with them .

Worshipful Bro . Beaumont Pieroy having taken the chair by request of the P . G . M ., several ceremonies in Craft Masonry were gone through , and in various matters of usuage the meottug hnd tho advantage of the instructions of Bro . Sndlow . At the conclusion of iho business , Col . Gough presented Bro . Sndlow wirh a handsome hlaok marble timepiece , with bronze ornaments . The timepiece

bore the following inscription : —•'' Presented to Worshipful Brother Robert Clay Sndlow P . M ., Past Grand Standard Bearer Kng ., in recognition of his very eminent services to the Lodges of Instruction and brethren in the Province of Staffordshire and adjacent Provinces in promulgating amongst them uniformity of ritnal and prooedure in Craft Masonry . Subscribed for by many grateful brethren , and

presented to Worshipful Bro . Sndlow , on their behalf , by the Right Worshipful Bro . Col . Foster Gough , LL . D ., Past Grand Standard Bearer Eng ., P . G . M . Staffordshire , at Stafford , on the 6 th day of Ootober , A . D . 1891 , A . L . 5891 . " Col . Gough , in making the presentation , spoke in high terms of praise of Bro . Sudlow ' s wonderful knowledge of the science of Masonry , and of tbe business talents

whioh had gained for him the high position of general manager of one of the largest and most important manufacturing industries in the kingdom . Bro . Sndlow very feelingly acknowledged the gift . After the Lodge had been closed , th « brethren sat down to an excellent dinner , provided by Miss Parks . Owing to the pressure of time , the toast-list following the repast was curtailed . Col . Gough

proposed the health of Bro . Sndlow , oxoiting hearty plandits by romnrking that he had every reason to believe that he was likely to become a Staffordshire brother . Bro . Sndlow replied , and proposed tho health of Col . Gough , whioh was drunk with Masonic honours . Tha P . G . M . expressed himself highly gratified with tbe proceedings of the day .

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NOTICES OF MEETINGS .

ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 104 ( STOCKPORT ) . A MEETING was held at the White Lion Hotel , Stookport , on Monday , the 12 th inst ., when there were present Bros . Kain W . M ., Gaskill I . P . M ., Harrison S . W ., Atherton Treas ., Bell Seoretary , Haslam S . D ., Booth P . M . Director of Ceremonies , Lomns I . G ., Scott Tyler ; Past Master ' s Johnson , MorriH and Clarkson ; Bros . Barrinarton , Fox P . P . G . S ., Barlow and Hayes . Visitors—Bros . Hnlme P . M . 322 , Clarke 322 , McGregor 654 , Derbyshire P . G . J . D ., and R . R .

Lisenden ( FREEMASON ' S CHHONICLE ) P . M . 317 . The brethren met at 6 - 30 , and the Lodge was opened in due form . Tho minutes of Ihe previous meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Atherton was nnanimously re-elected Troasnrer and Bro . Gaskill Charity Representative . There being no ceremonies to perform the Lodgo was closed in peace and harmony at 7 ' 45 . The brethren afterwards

sat down to supper , aud here , be it obsorved , that these Cheshire suppers are a real treat , and consist of good substantial viands , the chief item usually being a hugo pieo 3 of roast boef , beautifnlly cooked and properly basted , and when placed upon the table is calculated to mako the heart of the most fastidious epicure leap for joy . The genial , kind-hearted hostess ( Mrs . Robertson ) personally

superintends the serving of these suppers , and assisted by two or three young ladies , does her utmost to make overy one comfortable . After supper the health of the W . M . was proposed and drank , as was that of Bro . Gaskill . The health of Bro . Finch P . G . Registrar was proposed in enlogistio terms by the acting W . M ., who referred to tho additional honour ho had recently received at the P . G . meeting

by being re-appointed P . G . Registrar . Such services us Bro . Finch had given on behalf of Freemasonry had been deservedly recognfco'i and rewarded , both by the late P . G . Master ( Lord De Tabley ) and by the present ( Lord Egerton ) . Under the former late Provincial Grand Master ' s reign Bro . Finch served five years as Director of Ceremonies , and his complete mastery over all the details connected with that

most important office won for him the admiration and respect of nil who knew him . At Provincial Grand meetings and foundation-stone layings , after having mastered all the detail , it was a treat to see him marshalling his forces with a coolness and correctness worthy of a general . Added to these qualifications Bro . Finch possesses as good a knowledge of Masonic law and ritnal as any one outside Grand

Iiodge , and is always ready and willing to give those who seek it the benefit of his advice and knowledge . A sincere wish was expressed by the proposer of the toast that be may long b « spared to give the Province the benefit of his valuable services . Tho toast was bnnrtily drank , and Bro . Finch responded in his usual modest maunpr ,

remarking that all he had done for the good of Freemasonry anil the Province of Cheshire was , and would be , a source of un-ixi pleasure to him , because he took a great interest and ( Might in thi work . Tho health of the visitors was proposed by Bro . Finch , and responded to by Bro . R . R . Lisenden . Other toasts were bonorciod , and a very pleasant evening spent .

ST . MICHAEL'S LODGE , No . 211 . rilHE winter session at tnis prosperous Lodge opened ou Tuesday , ft . when th ^ brethren assembled at the Albion , Aldtsrsgate Street , E . G ., under the presidency of Bro . P . J . Kins / , who was supported b y several of his Past Masters and all thy Officers . There was no core .

menial work , but reference wus made to tho success that had attended * . ho candidature of a daughter o » v , deceased member o ? the Lorlpr , who ¦ jocurnfl the highest placu on the poll at tho last Election for tho Jtoyal Musouic Institution for Girls . The VV . M . uuuouuccd his

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intention of aoting as Steward at the Jubilee Festival of tha Royal Masonio Benevolent Institution , and notion of motion was given that the Lodge voto ten guineas in support of his list . A banquet followed . The following were present as visitors : —Bros . Hamsou 2312 , W . J . Lyons S . W . 940 , J . A . Oliver 946 , J . A . Collings Organist 1693 , C . Collette 93 , F . Kent , C . C ., P . M . 177 , A . R . Powler 1902 ( Selwyn ) . The after proceedings were of a very agreeable oharacter .

PELIIAM PILLAR LODGE , No . 702 . fllHE annual Festival of this ancient aud important Lodg <» , whose -L members number some 174 , took place at the Masonic Hall , Grimsby , on the 8 th inst ., when a considerable number of the Local and Provincial brethren assembled to witness the proceedings . The W . M . ( Bro . Reddish ) P . G . Steward presided , and was supported by Bros . Hewson P . P . S . D ., Goodwin P . P . G . J . W ., Anderson Bates P . P . A . D . C ., Morton P . P . G . J . W ., Cooke P . P . Sword Br „ Duke P . M .,

Marshall P . M .. Barker P . M ., Haddelsey P . P . G . S . W ., Middleton P . M ., Louth P . M ., Forman W . M . 712 , Wykes W . M . 2284 , Morton S . W ., Hurst J . W ., Barrett Secretary , Tonga S . D ., Wuldram J . D ., Coulbeck Dir . of Cers ., Overton Organist , Maddison I . G ., Stoat , Sheppard , Hill , Forge , Tbacker , Carter , Hurst , Curry , Jennison , Robinson , Orlton Cooper , & o . The R . W . Prov . G . M . ( Major Smy the ) and Deputy

Bro . Fowler sent letters regretting inability to attend , the latter promising to visit the Lodge during the year . The only business before the meeting was the installation of the W . M . elect Bro . Morton , who was brought before the Lodge and assented to the usual conditions . The ceremony of installation was admirably rendered by Bro . Hewson , the various addresses being forcibly delivered and fully

merited the vote of thanks subsequently given . The new Master , having been saluted by the brethren in the three degrees , then proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers , viz .: Bros . Reddish I . P . M ., Hurst S . W ., Barrett J . W ., Waldram P . M . Treasurer , Carr Seoretary , Middleton Chaplain , Duko Lecture Master , Coulbeck Dir . of Cers ., W . Waldram S . D ., Maddison J . D ., Stout I . G ., Tonga Asat . Seoretary ,

Overton Organist , Abrahams Almoner , Bridge , Atkinson , Green Stewards , Martin Tyler . A Past Master ' s jewel was awarded to Bro . Reddish aB a mark of regard and esteem on his retirement from the chair . Brother Reddish suitably returned thanks , remarking that the jewel would always remind him of a very happy year of office . The Lodge was then closed in perfect harmony .

Tbe dinner , which was held at the Royal Hotel , took the form of a complimentary banquet to Bro . Reddish I . P . M ., and was admirably served by the host , Bro . Robinson . Bro . Morton W . M . presided , the above mentioned gentlemen and several other brethren being also present . After grace , the usual Loyal and Masonio toasts wera given by the W . M . and received with enthusiasm , Brother Bates

P . P . A . D . C . responding for the Provincial Grand Officers . In proposing tbe health of the guest of the evening , tbe W . M . said that Bro . Reddish richly deserved the compliment paid him by the brethren . He did not wish to make the other Past Masters jealous , but he could safely say that the Pelham Pillar Lodge never had a better Master . He was ever ready to give consideration to any

matters that concerned tho Lodge , his delivery of the ritual was most excellent , and might be commended for the emulation of the junior Officers and brethren , whilst his business-like abilities hod proved of great usefulness to tho Lodge . Ho , tho speaker , trusted that he might bo spared for many yciirs to come , and hoped that tha jewel with which ho had that day been presumed would bring back

to his recollection bis sneco'sful yenr of office . Bro . Reddish , in rotnrning thanks , snid that ho had only done his duty to the Lodge , as far as ha could ; he had been moss efficiently supported by hia Officers , so that it was a real pleasure to occupy the chair . He regretted tho loss of three noble brethren during the year , whioh reminded them how uncertain life was . It was a Mason ' s duty to

help a brother when and where ho con Id , so it was some satisfaction to know that they had liberally responded to the Masonic Charities . In conclusion , he again thanked tho brethren for the P . M . ' s jewel , and said he should ever remember his year of office as the happiest twelve months of his life . Bro . Reddish , in proposing the Worshipful Master , thought tho brethren conld not have found a better man for

the post . n « had watched his working , and the great pains he took to perfect himself in the ritna ' , and trusted he would reo ^ ive the loyal support of the Lodge . Bro . Motion expressed the pride he felt in being placed in the chair of tho largest Lodge , in the Province . The responsibility of electing him fell upon the brethren , but he wonld try to fulfil the duties of his office with credit to himself and tho

Lodge . He trusted he should receive their hearty support , so that nothing would be waotiug to make the forthcoming year the moss successful they had evor known . He hoped that if any brother had any private pique or annoyance , he wonld come to him to settle it , so that thoy might all work together in love and harmony , and make their Lodge an example for others to follow . Bro . Carr Secretary

said it gave him great pleasure to propose the Board of Installed Masters , of whom they had a noble army . He thonght that the grand manner in which Bro . Hewson had performed that day ' s ceremonial portrayed the perfection of Freemasonry . They lookei with pride npon their P . M . ' s , who were the back-bone of the Lodge , and they had that day added another to the list , who had gained their

respect in the past , and would doubtless help them in the future . Bro . Hewson acknowledged the compliment , and said that business matters had alone prevented him from attending the Lodge , and sometimes he had come a distance of 100 miles and back when he was W . M . Fortunately his oircumstanoes were now altered , and he hoped to attend the Lodgo regularly . He had performed the ceremony

of installation to the best of his ability , and was pleased the brethren were satisfied . Masonry was as dear to him now as ever it was , and if T . G . A . O . T . U . spared hia life , they would ever find him ready to be of servioe to the Lodge . Bro . Marshall in proposing tho Masonio Charities , said the subject could never be too strongly commonted npon , or responded to . Whon he was W . M . of the Lodge , soma

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The Ritual In Staffordshire.

course of the proceedings Col . Cough tendered a very hearty welcome to tho assembled brethren and bore his testimony to the greatly increased interest whioh was now taken in the working of the Emulation ritual . They commenced their meetings in association with Warwickshire alone , but at the present time there were no less than six different Provinces moro or less in alliance with them .

Worshipful Bro . Beaumont Pieroy having taken the chair by request of the P . G . M ., several ceremonies in Craft Masonry were gone through , and in various matters of usuage the meottug hnd tho advantage of the instructions of Bro . Sndlow . At the conclusion of iho business , Col . Gough presented Bro . Sndlow wirh a handsome hlaok marble timepiece , with bronze ornaments . The timepiece

bore the following inscription : —•'' Presented to Worshipful Brother Robert Clay Sndlow P . M ., Past Grand Standard Bearer Kng ., in recognition of his very eminent services to the Lodges of Instruction and brethren in the Province of Staffordshire and adjacent Provinces in promulgating amongst them uniformity of ritnal and prooedure in Craft Masonry . Subscribed for by many grateful brethren , and

presented to Worshipful Bro . Sndlow , on their behalf , by the Right Worshipful Bro . Col . Foster Gough , LL . D ., Past Grand Standard Bearer Eng ., P . G . M . Staffordshire , at Stafford , on the 6 th day of Ootober , A . D . 1891 , A . L . 5891 . " Col . Gough , in making the presentation , spoke in high terms of praise of Bro . Sudlow ' s wonderful knowledge of the science of Masonry , and of tbe business talents

whioh had gained for him the high position of general manager of one of the largest and most important manufacturing industries in the kingdom . Bro . Sndlow very feelingly acknowledged the gift . After the Lodge had been closed , th « brethren sat down to an excellent dinner , provided by Miss Parks . Owing to the pressure of time , the toast-list following the repast was curtailed . Col . Gough

proposed the health of Bro . Sndlow , oxoiting hearty plandits by romnrking that he had every reason to believe that he was likely to become a Staffordshire brother . Bro . Sndlow replied , and proposed tho health of Col . Gough , whioh was drunk with Masonic honours . Tha P . G . M . expressed himself highly gratified with tbe proceedings of the day .

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NOTICES OF MEETINGS .

ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 104 ( STOCKPORT ) . A MEETING was held at the White Lion Hotel , Stookport , on Monday , the 12 th inst ., when there were present Bros . Kain W . M ., Gaskill I . P . M ., Harrison S . W ., Atherton Treas ., Bell Seoretary , Haslam S . D ., Booth P . M . Director of Ceremonies , Lomns I . G ., Scott Tyler ; Past Master ' s Johnson , MorriH and Clarkson ; Bros . Barrinarton , Fox P . P . G . S ., Barlow and Hayes . Visitors—Bros . Hnlme P . M . 322 , Clarke 322 , McGregor 654 , Derbyshire P . G . J . D ., and R . R .

Lisenden ( FREEMASON ' S CHHONICLE ) P . M . 317 . The brethren met at 6 - 30 , and the Lodge was opened in due form . Tho minutes of Ihe previous meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Atherton was nnanimously re-elected Troasnrer and Bro . Gaskill Charity Representative . There being no ceremonies to perform the Lodgo was closed in peace and harmony at 7 ' 45 . The brethren afterwards

sat down to supper , aud here , be it obsorved , that these Cheshire suppers are a real treat , and consist of good substantial viands , the chief item usually being a hugo pieo 3 of roast boef , beautifnlly cooked and properly basted , and when placed upon the table is calculated to mako the heart of the most fastidious epicure leap for joy . The genial , kind-hearted hostess ( Mrs . Robertson ) personally

superintends the serving of these suppers , and assisted by two or three young ladies , does her utmost to make overy one comfortable . After supper the health of the W . M . was proposed and drank , as was that of Bro . Gaskill . The health of Bro . Finch P . G . Registrar was proposed in enlogistio terms by the acting W . M ., who referred to tho additional honour ho had recently received at the P . G . meeting

by being re-appointed P . G . Registrar . Such services us Bro . Finch had given on behalf of Freemasonry had been deservedly recognfco'i and rewarded , both by the late P . G . Master ( Lord De Tabley ) and by the present ( Lord Egerton ) . Under the former late Provincial Grand Master ' s reign Bro . Finch served five years as Director of Ceremonies , and his complete mastery over all the details connected with that

most important office won for him the admiration and respect of nil who knew him . At Provincial Grand meetings and foundation-stone layings , after having mastered all the detail , it was a treat to see him marshalling his forces with a coolness and correctness worthy of a general . Added to these qualifications Bro . Finch possesses as good a knowledge of Masonic law and ritnal as any one outside Grand

Iiodge , and is always ready and willing to give those who seek it the benefit of his advice and knowledge . A sincere wish was expressed by the proposer of the toast that be may long b « spared to give the Province the benefit of his valuable services . Tho toast was bnnrtily drank , and Bro . Finch responded in his usual modest maunpr ,

remarking that all he had done for the good of Freemasonry anil the Province of Cheshire was , and would be , a source of un-ixi pleasure to him , because he took a great interest and ( Might in thi work . Tho health of the visitors was proposed by Bro . Finch , and responded to by Bro . R . R . Lisenden . Other toasts were bonorciod , and a very pleasant evening spent .

ST . MICHAEL'S LODGE , No . 211 . rilHE winter session at tnis prosperous Lodge opened ou Tuesday , ft . when th ^ brethren assembled at the Albion , Aldtsrsgate Street , E . G ., under the presidency of Bro . P . J . Kins / , who was supported b y several of his Past Masters and all thy Officers . There was no core .

menial work , but reference wus made to tho success that had attended * . ho candidature of a daughter o » v , deceased member o ? the Lorlpr , who ¦ jocurnfl the highest placu on the poll at tho last Election for tho Jtoyal Musouic Institution for Girls . The VV . M . uuuouuccd his

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intention of aoting as Steward at the Jubilee Festival of tha Royal Masonio Benevolent Institution , and notion of motion was given that the Lodge voto ten guineas in support of his list . A banquet followed . The following were present as visitors : —Bros . Hamsou 2312 , W . J . Lyons S . W . 940 , J . A . Oliver 946 , J . A . Collings Organist 1693 , C . Collette 93 , F . Kent , C . C ., P . M . 177 , A . R . Powler 1902 ( Selwyn ) . The after proceedings were of a very agreeable oharacter .

PELIIAM PILLAR LODGE , No . 702 . fllHE annual Festival of this ancient aud important Lodg <» , whose -L members number some 174 , took place at the Masonic Hall , Grimsby , on the 8 th inst ., when a considerable number of the Local and Provincial brethren assembled to witness the proceedings . The W . M . ( Bro . Reddish ) P . G . Steward presided , and was supported by Bros . Hewson P . P . S . D ., Goodwin P . P . G . J . W ., Anderson Bates P . P . A . D . C ., Morton P . P . G . J . W ., Cooke P . P . Sword Br „ Duke P . M .,

Marshall P . M .. Barker P . M ., Haddelsey P . P . G . S . W ., Middleton P . M ., Louth P . M ., Forman W . M . 712 , Wykes W . M . 2284 , Morton S . W ., Hurst J . W ., Barrett Secretary , Tonga S . D ., Wuldram J . D ., Coulbeck Dir . of Cers ., Overton Organist , Maddison I . G ., Stoat , Sheppard , Hill , Forge , Tbacker , Carter , Hurst , Curry , Jennison , Robinson , Orlton Cooper , & o . The R . W . Prov . G . M . ( Major Smy the ) and Deputy

Bro . Fowler sent letters regretting inability to attend , the latter promising to visit the Lodge during the year . The only business before the meeting was the installation of the W . M . elect Bro . Morton , who was brought before the Lodge and assented to the usual conditions . The ceremony of installation was admirably rendered by Bro . Hewson , the various addresses being forcibly delivered and fully

merited the vote of thanks subsequently given . The new Master , having been saluted by the brethren in the three degrees , then proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers , viz .: Bros . Reddish I . P . M ., Hurst S . W ., Barrett J . W ., Waldram P . M . Treasurer , Carr Seoretary , Middleton Chaplain , Duko Lecture Master , Coulbeck Dir . of Cers ., W . Waldram S . D ., Maddison J . D ., Stout I . G ., Tonga Asat . Seoretary ,

Overton Organist , Abrahams Almoner , Bridge , Atkinson , Green Stewards , Martin Tyler . A Past Master ' s jewel was awarded to Bro . Reddish aB a mark of regard and esteem on his retirement from the chair . Brother Reddish suitably returned thanks , remarking that the jewel would always remind him of a very happy year of office . The Lodge was then closed in perfect harmony .

Tbe dinner , which was held at the Royal Hotel , took the form of a complimentary banquet to Bro . Reddish I . P . M ., and was admirably served by the host , Bro . Robinson . Bro . Morton W . M . presided , the above mentioned gentlemen and several other brethren being also present . After grace , the usual Loyal and Masonio toasts wera given by the W . M . and received with enthusiasm , Brother Bates

P . P . A . D . C . responding for the Provincial Grand Officers . In proposing tbe health of the guest of the evening , tbe W . M . said that Bro . Reddish richly deserved the compliment paid him by the brethren . He did not wish to make the other Past Masters jealous , but he could safely say that the Pelham Pillar Lodge never had a better Master . He was ever ready to give consideration to any

matters that concerned tho Lodge , his delivery of the ritual was most excellent , and might be commended for the emulation of the junior Officers and brethren , whilst his business-like abilities hod proved of great usefulness to tho Lodge . Ho , tho speaker , trusted that he might bo spared for many yciirs to come , and hoped that tha jewel with which ho had that day been presumed would bring back

to his recollection bis sneco'sful yenr of office . Bro . Reddish , in rotnrning thanks , snid that ho had only done his duty to the Lodge , as far as ha could ; he had been moss efficiently supported by hia Officers , so that it was a real pleasure to occupy the chair . He regretted tho loss of three noble brethren during the year , whioh reminded them how uncertain life was . It was a Mason ' s duty to

help a brother when and where ho con Id , so it was some satisfaction to know that they had liberally responded to the Masonic Charities . In conclusion , he again thanked tho brethren for the P . M . ' s jewel , and said he should ever remember his year of office as the happiest twelve months of his life . Bro . Reddish , in proposing the Worshipful Master , thought tho brethren conld not have found a better man for

the post . n « had watched his working , and the great pains he took to perfect himself in the ritna ' , and trusted he would reo ^ ive the loyal support of the Lodge . Bro . Motion expressed the pride he felt in being placed in the chair of tho largest Lodge , in the Province . The responsibility of electing him fell upon the brethren , but he wonld try to fulfil the duties of his office with credit to himself and tho

Lodge . He trusted he should receive their hearty support , so that nothing would be waotiug to make the forthcoming year the moss successful they had evor known . He hoped that if any brother had any private pique or annoyance , he wonld come to him to settle it , so that thoy might all work together in love and harmony , and make their Lodge an example for others to follow . Bro . Carr Secretary

said it gave him great pleasure to propose the Board of Installed Masters , of whom they had a noble army . He thonght that the grand manner in which Bro . Hewson had performed that day ' s ceremonial portrayed the perfection of Freemasonry . They lookei with pride npon their P . M . ' s , who were the back-bone of the Lodge , and they had that day added another to the list , who had gained their

respect in the past , and would doubtless help them in the future . Bro . Hewson acknowledged the compliment , and said that business matters had alone prevented him from attending the Lodge , and sometimes he had come a distance of 100 miles and back when he was W . M . Fortunately his oircumstanoes were now altered , and he hoped to attend the Lodgo regularly . He had performed the ceremony

of installation to the best of his ability , and was pleased the brethren were satisfied . Masonry was as dear to him now as ever it was , and if T . G . A . O . T . U . spared hia life , they would ever find him ready to be of servioe to the Lodge . Bro . Marshall in proposing tho Masonio Charities , said the subject could never be too strongly commonted npon , or responded to . Whon he was W . M . of the Lodge , soma

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