Notices Of Meetings.

man was initiated . The other business of the evening comprised tho raising of Bros . Brustad and Salmon and the consideration of a motion , of which notice had been given by Bro . P . M . Everett , Treasurer of the Lodge , to the effect that tho sum of twenty-five "uineas be voted to the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution , at the next Festival of which the W . M . has agreed to represent the Lodge .

The grant was carried with acclamation , and we can but congratulate Bro . Harris on so handsome a sum being voted to head his list , which we sincerely trust may occupy a prominent position in tho records of Wednesday next . Bro . G . L . Everett was entrusted with the collar of Steward , and a proposition having been handed in , the brethren adjourned to the banquet hall , where the remainder of the evening

was spent . At the conclusion of the banqnet tho W . M . proposed the toasts of the Queen and the Craft , the Prince of Wales , and tho Grand Officers . Bro . Spink I . P . M . next assumed the gavel , to propose the health of the W . M . This was a toast always received in the Domatic Lodge with gladness and enthusiasm . The way in which the present Master had that evening performed his duties showed

that he would add to the repntation of the Lodgo . He was also imbued with the spirit of charity , and had consented to represent the Lodge at the Benevolent Institution Festival . It was only to be hoped that the brethren would support their present Master as they had him ( the speaker ) when he filled a similar office last year on behalf of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , when he had the

gratification of taking up a list of which the Lodge could but be proud . The W . M . tendered his hearty thanks to his I . P . M . and the brethren generally , for the way in which they had received the toast of his health . He felt that the remarks just made by the I . P . M . were really genuine , and came from the bottom of his heart . As the brethren were all aware , he had undertaken the office of Steward on

behalf of the Old People , and he might assure them that no effort would be spared on his part to make his list on that occasion worthy of the Domatic Lodge . He referred to the many good qualities of the Institution , and pointed oat the great amount which was annually required to maintain it in its present sphere of usefulness , coneluding by asking the brethren to do their very utmost on behalf of

its funds , and thereby add somewhat to the comfort of the old brethren and widows who were compelled to seek the benefits it offered . The health of the initiate followed , the W . M . hoping he would never have occasion to Tegret the stop he had that night taken in seeking to be admitted a member of the Craft , but that he would for many years have opportunities of taking part in the meetings of the

Order , and more particularly of his mother Lodge . The initiate having suitably replied , the W . M . gave the Visitors . There was no Lodge in the Craft where visitors wore more welcome than in the Domatic , where every endeavour was made to entertain them in such a way as to send them away gratified , and with a desire to attend again . Bro . Taylor and several others replied . The first speaker

paid a well-merited compliment to the Master and his Officers for the way in which the work had been performed . Every point in the ritual had been carefully marked , and he felt that no one could have performed the third degree better than did the I . P . M . ( Bro . Spink ) . He felt confident that the Master would havo a prosperous year , as it was impossible , considering all the circumstances in which

he was placed , that anything serious could occur . TheM . M . proposed the toast of the Past Masters of the Lodge . He thought that in no Lodge would it be possible to find such a body of P . M . ' s as in the Domatic . He felt he was unable to say enough in their favour , as they were at all times ready to assist in every way that lay in their power . He hoped they , one and all , might long be soared to come

among them , lend thoir aid , and give their advice . Bros . Spink , Walford , Ferguson , Willing , Buscall and White severally replied . Bro . Smith , the oldest P . M . who now frequents the Lodge , referred to the progress of the Lodge since the time be was initiated , now twenty years past . Since that time the Lodge had seemed to enjoy ono continuous round of prosperity , and at no time were its prospects

brighter than at the present . Bro . Willing regretted that his other engagements prevented his more regular attendance . H 9 felt , however , there was really no need for the Past Masters to worry themselves as to the way in which the Lodge would be likely to be carried on : it was only when the Master was inefficient that it was needful for the Past Masters to attend regularly , and such not being the case

with the present Master , he felt no anxiety when compelled to absent himself . He looked upon Bro . Harris as a pattern of regularity , and felt that in the hands of so painstaking a brother the Lodge could but prosper . The toast of the Treasnrer and Secretary followed . The W . M . felt that the Lodge could hardly ^ o on without Bro . Everett , the Treasnrer . He seemed to do everything that could

possibl y be required to advance the interests of the Lodge , and to him they were indebted for very much of the success that attended them . Of Bro . Morris , the Secretary , he could also speak in the most flattering terms , he being a brother well fitted for the post he filled . The way in which he carried out tho duties—which must bo known to every member—was of a nature that could but be gratifying to all .

Bro . Everett , in the course of his reply , said he had tried to deserve all the good things that had been said of him . No one conld know , except by experience , the amount of work that the office of Treasurer entailed , especially in so large a body as the Domatic . He thanked the brethren very much for the way in which he was at all times received , and hoped the Lodge would over continue iu its present prosperous condition . He was extremely proud to be able to

sayas he had on many previons occasions—that the Domatic Lodge was never in a more prosperous condition . Bro . Morris followed , assuring the brethren that so long as he was entrusted with the duties of Secretary , he should endeavour to fill the post to the satisfaction of all . _ The health of the Officers was next given , and those present having replied , the Tylor was summoned , aud gave the customary closing toast , which brought the meeting to a termination .

Portsmouth Lodge , No . 487 . —At the last regular meeting of this Lodge Bro . T . P . Palsgrave S . W . was elected W . M . for the ensuing year , in succession to Bro . E . Threadiiigham .

Notices Of Meetings.

Royal Alfred Lodge of Instruction , No . 780 . —At the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , on Friday evening , 11 th inst . Bros . F . Botley W . M ., Franckol S . W ., Maton J . W ., J . J . Gunner S . D ., Monson J . D ., Sporring I . G ., Gomm I . P . M ., Kent , Lees , Blasby W . M . 7 S 0 , & c . Bro . Gomm , in tho absence of Bro .

Roe P . M ., kindly acted as Preceptor . Lodge was opened in due form , and tho minutes of last meeting were read , confirmed and signed . Lodge was advanced to the second degree and resumed to the first , when tho ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Gunner acting as candidate . The brethren were called to

refreshment . After a brief interval labour was resumod , and Bro . Loos answered the questions leading to the second degree in a very satisfactory manner , and was ontrusted . Lodge was resumed , and the ceremony of passing rehearsed . Lodgo was closed in the 2 nd degree and dues were collected , Bro . Frankel was uuanimously elected to occupy the chair at the next meeting . Lodge was then closed , with clue observance of ancient custom .

Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 860 . —On Tnesday , 8 th February , at Bro . Smyth ' s , Sisters' Tavern , Pownallroad , Daiston . Bros . Clark W . M ., Christian S . W ., Dignam J . W ., Smyth S . D ., Dallas J . D ., I'olak I . G ., J . Lorkin Secretary , Brasted acting Preceptor , Larter , & o . After due observance of formalities , Bro . Larter was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason , Bro .

J . Lorkin giving the traditional history . Bro . Christian worked tho third section of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Lodge was regularly closed to tho first degree , when Bro . Smyth assisted Bro . Christian to work the third seotion of the lecture . Bro . Christian was elected W . M . for the ensuing week . Lodgo was closed in duo form , and adjourned till Tuesday evening , tho 22 nd , at 7 o ' clock ,

when the Fifteen Sections will be worked by the following brethren : —Bros . Webb P . M . 1607 and 177 W . M ., Cundick P . M . 1421 S . W ., F . Brasted W . M . 1524 J . W ., and W . Wellington P . M . 860 I . P . M . First Lecture—Bros . J . Calling , Dignam , Dallas , T . Clark , Christian . Forss , Cundick . Second Lecture—Bios . Edwards , Fieldwick , Brasted , C . Lorkin , J . Lorkin . Third Lecture—Bros . Wardell , F . Carr , W . Wellington .

Prince Leopold Lodge of Instruction , No . 1445 .-Held at the Mitford Tavern , Sandringham-road , Daiston , on Monday , 31 st January . The installation ceremony was ably rehearsed by the Preceptor , Bro . W . H . Myers P . M ., and Bro . Ednoy was installed into the chair of K . S . with the usual honours . He was supported by Bros .

Franckel S . W ., Brevetor J . W ., Robson , Goddard , McDonald , Partridge , Hildreth , Windsor , Loring , Seymour-Clarke Secretary . The W . M . worked the second degree in able manner , and received a vote of thanks from the brethren . Bro . Ednoy was afterwards elected a member .

On Monday , 7 th February , Bro . Franckel presided , supported by Bro . J . Aspinall P . M . as I . P . M ., Brevetor S . W ., Robson J . W . 5 also Bros . Goddard , Loring , Fartvidge , McDonald , Hildreth , Khnbell , Seymour-Clarko Secretary . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed by the W . M ., Bro . Hildreth candidate . Bro . T . Loring worked the first section of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro .

McDonald worked the second and third sections . On Monday , 14 th February , Bro . J . Macgregor occupied the chair as W . M ., Bro . Robson being S . W . and Bro . Partridge J . W ., Bro . McDonald acting as I . P . M . ; Bros . Goddard , Loring , Hildreth , Franckel , and many other brethren were present . After preliminaries Bro . Seymour-Clarke was questioned , entrusted , and passed to the

degree of Fellow Craft by the W . M . Bro . McDonald worked the first , second , and third sections of the lectnre , assisted by the brethren . Bro . J . Robson was elected W . M . for Monday next , when the third ceremony will be rehearsed . Brethren are cordially invited to attend . The Lodge is close to Hackney Downs Junction , and offers every facility for attendance . Trains to and from Liverpool-street every ten minutes .

We have great pleasure in announcing that Bro . Terry - Secretary of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution has succeeded in securing the services of a Board of Stewards , numhering altogether 368 , for the Festival on Wednesday next . This is wholly unprecedented .

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