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the 31 . W . Pro Grand Master , the R . W . Deputy Grand Master , aud the Grand Officers Present and Pust . He could not name all even of those present at table , but acknowledging the eminent services rendered by them to the Craft he nevertheless desired to submit the toast with all the energy at his command , and called upon Bro . Terry P . G . Treasurer to respond . In equally brief but pertinent terms

Brother Terry replied , congratulating the Lodge on its evident prosperity , and expressing his great pleasure , as well ou the part of his colleagues as for himself , in the reception at all times accorded to them at the annual recurrence of its festival . Especially was that pleasure enhanced on the present occasion when so worthy and well known a brother as Harry Nicholls was called upon to take

the reius of government and rule over the Drury Lane Lodge . The toast , the Worshipful Master , was given by Bro . Bancroft I . P . M ., who took the " cue " of brevity from Bro . Fernandez , yet very foroibly put before the brethren the many personal merits which rendered Bro . Nioholls a most acceptable ruler in the Craft , and more especially over a Lodge in which were associated well known names

in literature , art , and the drama . Under providence , and he expressed himself with all possible reverenoe , Bro . Nicholls had but lately passed , as it were , through the " valley of the dark shadow . " His recovery so far was a source of deep thankfulness to his immediate friends , and it could not be otherwise than a gajn to the general public . He need not ask for an enthusiastic reception of the

toast for he was folly assured his few words would be sufficient for the introduction of their Master ' s name . The toast was drunk with much enthusiasm , and Bro . Nioholls on rising to respond waa greeted with continued applause . He felt , he said , the great difficulty of finding words expressive of all the pleasure and gratification which the manner of the reception of the toast afforded him . If be did not

say so much as he might it was because m hia new position he considered that , perhaps for the first time in his life , be was now called upon " not so muoh to talk as to act . " He had gone through bereavement and tribulation during the past year . Of some portion thereof he would ever be reminded when he looked upon the " three level * " which had formerly adorned his beloved deceased father ' s

badge and now were placed upon his own , and of another portion his remembrance won Id always be associated with the fraternal loving kindness of his dear friend Bro . Lestocq , to whom be was delighted to acknowledge his obligations in his presence , and that of so large an assembly of Masons . He would ask the members of hia Lodge to support him thoroughly during his year of office , and reminded them

that " four gresps of the hand and four smiles should not be too muoh to ask for from even the most dilatory of Masons . " Despite the pre . valenoe of the minor key in the W . M . ' s responae , natural under aurrounding ciroumstances , the innate sense of humour he possesses could not be altogether controlled , and here and there a strain of oustomary joyousness blended in unison with his remarks . The speeoh waa at once

a lesson in resignation and in hopeful anticipation for the future , and well deserved the hearty applause whioh followed its delivery . Bro . J . C . Parkinson proposed the visitors for whom Bros . Keyser , and W . Lestocq responded , the former referring to the proceedings of the day as being beyond all ordinary experience of like festivities , and the ceremony of installation a performance not likely to be soon

forgotten by those who had been privileged to attend . The prosperity of the Lodge he considered remarkable , and tho magnificent hospitality in which \ he visitors had shared deserved and received their warmest thanks . Bro . Lestocq gracefnlly acknowledged the gratefnl remarks of the W . 31 . when speaking of himself ; and briefly endorsed the language of the formor speaker in reppect of both labour and refreshment . Bro . Sir F . D . Hartland proposed the Past

31 asters , alluding to the many services they had rendered Freemasrinry , and coupling the name of Bro . Sir Augustus Harris therewith . Bro . Harris expressed his thanks on behalf of his brother P . M . ' s aud himself , and assured the Lodge that it gave them and him great pleasure to have opportunities for increasing the progress and reputation of the Lodge . The W . 3 I . toasted the Officers , for whom Bro . T . Catling responded , and the Tyler ' s toast brought a brief but pleasant evening to a close .

WARNER LODGE , No . 2256 . THE regular meeting of this Lodge was held on Tuesday , the 14 th instant , at the Royal Forest Hotel , Chingford , when there were present—Bros . James Speller W . M ., G . Hurley S . W ., W . Shurmur J . W ., J . J . Briginshaw I . P . M ., H . A . Alpass Chaplain , R . Kershaw Secretary , W . A . Finch S . D ., George Long I . G ., C . G . Outchey P . 3 I . Director of Ceremonies , W . B . WhittinghamCO .

, , N . Fortesoue , CO ., Rev . M . Rees Past Provincial Grand Chaplain , J . Taylor , J . Bird , H . T . Dnmmott , W . Latter P . P . G . O ., C . MacColIa , T . Scoresby Jackson P . P . G . S . D ., A . D . Stephens , W . A . Longmore , W . Finch P . M ., H . H . Finch , J . Ellis 1524 , W . Harris P . M . 1662 , G . Houghton , A . Holmes , and many others . Bro . H . H .

Finch was raised to the third degree in a most impressive manner . Later on , a banquet was served , at which the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured . Brother Hurley , in proposing the toast of the Provincial Grand Officers , stated that Bro . W . Shurmur , who had given so much satisfaction in

the Province aa Treasurer , would be nominated for the office of Grand Treasurer in 1894 , aud that a very large and influential Committee was being formed to secure his election . The announcement was received with great enthusiasm , and all the brethren promised to exert their utmost to secure his return . The Tyler ' s toast concluded a very enjoyable evening .

Burgoyne Lodge of Instruction , No . 902 . —A meeting was held on Thursday , the 16 tb instant , at the King ' s Arma , John i , « ? * r Present—Brothers Baldwin Preceptor , Andrewa Wor . iniptul Blaster , Larter Senior Warden , Ban-Jnaior Warden , C . Eeevea

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Treasurer , F . Reeves Seoretary , Cowland Senior Deaoon , Hood Junior Deacon , Rashleigh Inner Guard , and Norrington P . M . The Lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . The Lodge was opened in the second degree , and Brother Andrews rehearsed the ceremony of installation , Brother Norrington being the Worshipful Master elect . The Worshipful Maater vacated the ohair in favour of Brother Andrews ,

who rehearsed the ceremony of raising , Brother Norrington can * didate . The Worshipful Master worked the first section of the third leoture , assisted by the brethren . Brother Larter proposed , and Brother Rashleigh seoonded , that a vote of thanks be accorded to Brother Andrewa for the very able manner in whioh he had performed the ceremonies of installation and raising , and for the kind and courteous manner in whioh he imparts Masouio instruction to the brethren .

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— : o : — A HAVEN OP REST . The train is gone , and I am left behind , Unknown and friendless in a distant town , My body weary and my soul oast down . Where shall I home and sweet communion find ? A sudden thought briugs transport to my soul , " ; And for the present does my gloom deatroy : I search my book , and oh ! the gush of joy .

"A Lodge to-night , " and there I find a goal . A bond of sympathy unites me now—I olasp the hand of Masons , true and good , The warmth of weloome from the Brotherhood Drives all the trace of oare from off my brow . Builder Divine , I humbly bow the knee , And thank thee ever for Freemasonry 2 Winder House , Bradford . 15 th February 1893 .

St . John ' s Lodge , No . 70 , was on the 7 th insfc ., presented by Bro . the Rev . Dr . Lemon with three handsome Masonic pictures for the embellishment of the Freemasons' Hall , Plymouth . Dr . Lemon was heartily thanked .

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