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Article LODGE OF HARMONY, No. 309, FAREHAM. ← Page 2 of 2 Article CORRESPONDENCE. Page 1 of 1 Article VISITORS AND LODGES OF INSTRUCTION. Page 1 of 1 Article VISITORS AND LODGES OF INSTRUCTION. Page 1 of 1 Article MAKING LODGE MEETINGS ATTRACTIVE. Page 1 of 1 Article ALEXANDRA PALACE. Page 1 of 1
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Lodge Of Harmony, No. 309, Fareham.
The little he know of Freemasonry had caused him to have a great yearning to know more . ( Applause . ) The Deputy Provincial Grand Master , who was cordially received , said it afforded him very great pleasure to bo here to-day , to accompany the Provincial Grand Master . He would say two or three words of encouragement to tho brother who had so kindly proposed the
toast . In that room ho first attained provincial office , something liko twenty years ago , when he was a very young man , and occupied the position of Provincial Grand Steward . Although mingled with the satisfaction of coming among them to-day was the recollection of several separated brethren , who at that time held high office and wero amongst the most genial spirits in Freemasonry , he felt great
gratification that tho Lodge was flourishing , and that the principles of Freemasonry were not dead but active in operation and underlying , in every sense , this Lodge . He trusted that the Lodge would continue on its onward progress , and to promulgate those beautiful sentiments to which they had listened with so much interest in tho Lodge Room , and that at somo future time the officers of the
province , who were so glad to accompany so estimable a Grand Officer as their chief , might again pay them a visit . The P . G . M . must forgive him for referring to what his modesty had caused him to say as to tho remark that it was in consequence of his being at the head of tho Craft in tho province the success of Masonry was marked . Ho must be permitted , though his officer , to differ from him , aud to
say that a good head made good officers , and that having such a head they wero proud to serve under him . Ho trusted that tho officers who might from time to timo bo appointed by him might have the same feeling of respect towards him , and tho same feeling for tho good of Masonry , which he was sure the present officers possessed , and feel it their duty on every occasion to obey bis calls and com .
mands to attend him . ( Applause . ) The Provincial Grand Master said it was very gratifying to propose the health of a brother whose presiding over tho Lodgo was a guarantee for tho toast being received well . To assume tho office of Worshipful Master was no light responsibility . Tho W . M . had to rely on tho support of tho brethren of his Lodge for the discharge
of the duties in a proper manner . When a man threw zeal and energy iuto tho performance of the duties he never appealed in vain to brethren . From the manner in which the W . M . had conducted tho ceremony , from the interest he had taken in Freemasonry , and the zeal he had shown to promote its interests and that of the Lodge , ho entertained no doubt they would receive his health in a most
enthusiastic manner . ( Applause . ) Allow him to congratulate him upon the admirable manner in which everything was carried out , and upon the admirable manner in which the musical arrangements were conducted , which was most gratifying to every one present . ( Applause . ) Tho W . M ., in responding , said he entered upon tho duties intending
to carry them out to tho best of his ability . ( Hear , hear . ) Bro . H . Ford , after some general remarks on tho objects of Freemasonry , proposed "The Visitors , " which was duly acknow . ledged . The other toasts were " The P . M . ' s of the Lodge , " and " The Officers . " —Portsmouth Times and Naval Gazette .
Correspondence.
CORRESPONDENCE .
We do not liold ourselves responsible for the opinions of our Correspondents . We cannot undertake to return rejected communications . All Letters must bear the name and address of the Writer , not necessarily for publication , but as a guarantee of good faith .
LODGE FEES .
To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . Glasgow , 16 th August . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —In answer to your correspondent Q ., I may state that the case cited by me did not occur under the
English Constitution , or , as I am aware , the fees would not be deposited until after tho ceremony of initiation . The instance you quote from Dr . Oliver , under the Irish Constitution , must have been very similar to that quoted by me . Yours fraternally , GLENDHU .
Visitors And Lodges Of Instruction.
VISITORS AND LODGES OF INSTRUCTION .
To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —Having read your article on the "Admission of Visitors , " I see you invite the opinion of Bro . John Hervey as to what really ia tho law on that most important question . This is tho second occasion on which the Confidence Lodge has been
called upon to exercise a wise discretion . In the first case , if I remember rightly , the applicant was a Belgian , aud there was some difficulty on the part of tho members in making themselves understood . Ho gave satisfactory evidence , as to the E . A . P . and F . C . degrees , that he was a Craftsman , but owinsc to tho absence of
regalia , & c , ho declined to submit to any further test , and was accordingly requested to retire . On the second occasion the applicant came nnvouched , and to all intents and purposes unrecommended . A refusal under these circumstances was obviously necessary . I am inclined to draw two conclusions from the above : — ( 1 ) The sooner it is officially announced what is tho law , oleav and
Visitors And Lodges Of Instruction.
simple , which governs the admission of strangers , the better for all true Craftsmen . ( 2 ) It is desirable that some steps should bo taken to confer on Lodges of Instruction a more important status than they now possess .
You once , I think , suggested that a Lodge of Instruction , while still continuing to work under some regular Lodge , and receiving from tho latter a warrant for so doing , shonld likewise receive the regular warrant issued by Grand Lodge . Such a suggestion appears to mo to be as just as it is feasible . Yours fraternally , TENAX PEOJOSITI .
Making Lodge Meetings Attractive.
MAKING LODGE MEETINGS ATTRACTIVE .
From " THE MASONIC JOURNAL . " MAKE your Ledge meetings attractive and interesting . There aro many who think that the only meetings worthy of their attention , and which will afford anything of interest , are those in which there is what is technically called wortc to be done ; or , in other words , degrees to bo conferred . You meet a brother on tho street and enquire , " Will you be at the Lodge to-night P" " Well , " he replies , 'i I hardly know . Is thero any work on hand ? " " Yes , " you
say , " the third degree is to bo conferred . " " Oh , is it ? Well , I think I must try and be thero . " Bub if you tell him there ia nothing on hand but the regular routine of Lodgo business , you will often hoar the reply : " Well , I should like much to be with you , bnt the fact is that I am so very busy that I do not see how I can spare tho time . " Now , it is possible to revolutionize this whole matter ;
and , by pursuing the proper course , make our ordinary communications— -thoso in which degrees are not to be conferred—the most interesting and attractive of all . In order to do this , study to introduce variety into the exercises of the Lodge . Cling to your ritual and to your regular routine of business , but do not rest satisfied with these . So arrange as to give plenty of time for other matters .
The most beautiful ceremonies , when gone through , night after night , again and _ again , with nothing introduced or added to give variety , will , in time , become most terribly monotonous , and cease to afford either interest or instruction . Stop ever and anon , and enlarge upon tho teachings of our ritual , and thus bring its beauties more prominently to view , and write its truths more indelibly upon
the mind aud heart . Do not attempt to do much in one evening , and thus unduly prolongyour sessions until the brethren are wearied , and the good wife at home loses her patience as sho sits until the small hours of tbe night awaiting your return , and you , by virtue of your late hours , become unfitted for the labours of the following day . Let the most of your degree work be done at special communications ,
and thus avoid the necessity of prolonged sessions , and obtain more time at your regular meetings for other matters . Nothing will more effectually deplete our ranks , kill all the interest in our meetings , and embitter the folks at home , than by pursuing the course againsb which we warn you . Again , banish all buckram and starch from your midst . While yon guard against frivolity , and strive to
maintain among the brethren a true Masonic dignity , aim , at the same time , to draw out and cultivate the spirit of free and easy interchange of opinions , introduce and allow to be introduced any and all topics that can consistently be discussed in a Lodge room . Occasionally bring forward themes , the consideration of which will require Masonic research , and thus put our brethren upon a course of Masonic reading that will eventually cause them to become well
instructed in the philosophy , jurisprudence and history of our Order , and make them intelligent , zealous , devoted Masons , and inspire them with an earnest love for tho fraternity and the whole family . How many Masons there are who are hardly aware that Masonry has any literature at all beyond tho monitor and a few struggling periodicals ; whereas it counts volumes by the thousand , and sends forth to the world its periodicals , in which talent and ability are evinced inferior to none .
Masons need these books and periodicals , and no better work can be done for the fraternity than to send them out broadcast . Every organization is liable to abuse by its enemies jusb in proportion to the ignorance of its members . We need more reading Masons . In those days , when in many places wo are bitterly and persistently assailed , it stands us in hand to IJO well informed with reference to
everything pertaining to the Order . We aro blessed with vast numbers who are intelligent , reading , thinking men , and yet while conversant with almost every other subject , they are not intelligent in Masonry . When a brother has taken all the degrees , when he has become so thoroughly acquainted with the ritual that every word is at his tongue ' s end , so far is he from being a well-instructed Mason
that he Las but simply learned the Masonic alphabet ; he is only placed upon good vantage ground for entering upon a course of Masonic research that will amply reward for all the labour he may bestow . Lot as keep these facts constantly before the brethren , and thus spur them up to greater diligence in their efforts for more and further Masonic light . —( Grand Master GKISWOLD of Minnesota . )
Alexandra Palace.
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Lodge Of Harmony, No. 309, Fareham.
The little he know of Freemasonry had caused him to have a great yearning to know more . ( Applause . ) The Deputy Provincial Grand Master , who was cordially received , said it afforded him very great pleasure to bo here to-day , to accompany the Provincial Grand Master . He would say two or three words of encouragement to tho brother who had so kindly proposed the
toast . In that room ho first attained provincial office , something liko twenty years ago , when he was a very young man , and occupied the position of Provincial Grand Steward . Although mingled with the satisfaction of coming among them to-day was the recollection of several separated brethren , who at that time held high office and wero amongst the most genial spirits in Freemasonry , he felt great
gratification that tho Lodge was flourishing , and that the principles of Freemasonry were not dead but active in operation and underlying , in every sense , this Lodge . He trusted that the Lodge would continue on its onward progress , and to promulgate those beautiful sentiments to which they had listened with so much interest in tho Lodge Room , and that at somo future time the officers of the
province , who were so glad to accompany so estimable a Grand Officer as their chief , might again pay them a visit . The P . G . M . must forgive him for referring to what his modesty had caused him to say as to tho remark that it was in consequence of his being at the head of tho Craft in tho province the success of Masonry was marked . Ho must be permitted , though his officer , to differ from him , aud to
say that a good head made good officers , and that having such a head they wero proud to serve under him . Ho trusted that tho officers who might from time to timo bo appointed by him might have the same feeling of respect towards him , and tho same feeling for tho good of Masonry , which he was sure the present officers possessed , and feel it their duty on every occasion to obey bis calls and com .
mands to attend him . ( Applause . ) The Provincial Grand Master said it was very gratifying to propose the health of a brother whose presiding over tho Lodgo was a guarantee for tho toast being received well . To assume tho office of Worshipful Master was no light responsibility . Tho W . M . had to rely on tho support of tho brethren of his Lodge for the discharge
of the duties in a proper manner . When a man threw zeal and energy iuto tho performance of the duties he never appealed in vain to brethren . From the manner in which the W . M . had conducted tho ceremony , from the interest he had taken in Freemasonry , and the zeal he had shown to promote its interests and that of the Lodge , ho entertained no doubt they would receive his health in a most
enthusiastic manner . ( Applause . ) Allow him to congratulate him upon the admirable manner in which everything was carried out , and upon the admirable manner in which the musical arrangements were conducted , which was most gratifying to every one present . ( Applause . ) Tho W . M ., in responding , said he entered upon tho duties intending
to carry them out to tho best of his ability . ( Hear , hear . ) Bro . H . Ford , after some general remarks on tho objects of Freemasonry , proposed "The Visitors , " which was duly acknow . ledged . The other toasts were " The P . M . ' s of the Lodge , " and " The Officers . " —Portsmouth Times and Naval Gazette .
Correspondence.
CORRESPONDENCE .
We do not liold ourselves responsible for the opinions of our Correspondents . We cannot undertake to return rejected communications . All Letters must bear the name and address of the Writer , not necessarily for publication , but as a guarantee of good faith .
LODGE FEES .
To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . Glasgow , 16 th August . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —In answer to your correspondent Q ., I may state that the case cited by me did not occur under the
English Constitution , or , as I am aware , the fees would not be deposited until after tho ceremony of initiation . The instance you quote from Dr . Oliver , under the Irish Constitution , must have been very similar to that quoted by me . Yours fraternally , GLENDHU .
Visitors And Lodges Of Instruction.
VISITORS AND LODGES OF INSTRUCTION .
To the Editor of THE FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE . DEAR SIR AND BROTHER , —Having read your article on the "Admission of Visitors , " I see you invite the opinion of Bro . John Hervey as to what really ia tho law on that most important question . This is tho second occasion on which the Confidence Lodge has been
called upon to exercise a wise discretion . In the first case , if I remember rightly , the applicant was a Belgian , aud there was some difficulty on the part of tho members in making themselves understood . Ho gave satisfactory evidence , as to the E . A . P . and F . C . degrees , that he was a Craftsman , but owinsc to tho absence of
regalia , & c , ho declined to submit to any further test , and was accordingly requested to retire . On the second occasion the applicant came nnvouched , and to all intents and purposes unrecommended . A refusal under these circumstances was obviously necessary . I am inclined to draw two conclusions from the above : — ( 1 ) The sooner it is officially announced what is tho law , oleav and
Visitors And Lodges Of Instruction.
simple , which governs the admission of strangers , the better for all true Craftsmen . ( 2 ) It is desirable that some steps should bo taken to confer on Lodges of Instruction a more important status than they now possess .
You once , I think , suggested that a Lodge of Instruction , while still continuing to work under some regular Lodge , and receiving from tho latter a warrant for so doing , shonld likewise receive the regular warrant issued by Grand Lodge . Such a suggestion appears to mo to be as just as it is feasible . Yours fraternally , TENAX PEOJOSITI .
Making Lodge Meetings Attractive.
MAKING LODGE MEETINGS ATTRACTIVE .
From " THE MASONIC JOURNAL . " MAKE your Ledge meetings attractive and interesting . There aro many who think that the only meetings worthy of their attention , and which will afford anything of interest , are those in which there is what is technically called wortc to be done ; or , in other words , degrees to bo conferred . You meet a brother on tho street and enquire , " Will you be at the Lodge to-night P" " Well , " he replies , 'i I hardly know . Is thero any work on hand ? " " Yes , " you
say , " the third degree is to bo conferred . " " Oh , is it ? Well , I think I must try and be thero . " Bub if you tell him there ia nothing on hand but the regular routine of Lodgo business , you will often hoar the reply : " Well , I should like much to be with you , bnt the fact is that I am so very busy that I do not see how I can spare tho time . " Now , it is possible to revolutionize this whole matter ;
and , by pursuing the proper course , make our ordinary communications— -thoso in which degrees are not to be conferred—the most interesting and attractive of all . In order to do this , study to introduce variety into the exercises of the Lodge . Cling to your ritual and to your regular routine of business , but do not rest satisfied with these . So arrange as to give plenty of time for other matters .
The most beautiful ceremonies , when gone through , night after night , again and _ again , with nothing introduced or added to give variety , will , in time , become most terribly monotonous , and cease to afford either interest or instruction . Stop ever and anon , and enlarge upon tho teachings of our ritual , and thus bring its beauties more prominently to view , and write its truths more indelibly upon
the mind aud heart . Do not attempt to do much in one evening , and thus unduly prolongyour sessions until the brethren are wearied , and the good wife at home loses her patience as sho sits until the small hours of tbe night awaiting your return , and you , by virtue of your late hours , become unfitted for the labours of the following day . Let the most of your degree work be done at special communications ,
and thus avoid the necessity of prolonged sessions , and obtain more time at your regular meetings for other matters . Nothing will more effectually deplete our ranks , kill all the interest in our meetings , and embitter the folks at home , than by pursuing the course againsb which we warn you . Again , banish all buckram and starch from your midst . While yon guard against frivolity , and strive to
maintain among the brethren a true Masonic dignity , aim , at the same time , to draw out and cultivate the spirit of free and easy interchange of opinions , introduce and allow to be introduced any and all topics that can consistently be discussed in a Lodge room . Occasionally bring forward themes , the consideration of which will require Masonic research , and thus put our brethren upon a course of Masonic reading that will eventually cause them to become well
instructed in the philosophy , jurisprudence and history of our Order , and make them intelligent , zealous , devoted Masons , and inspire them with an earnest love for tho fraternity and the whole family . How many Masons there are who are hardly aware that Masonry has any literature at all beyond tho monitor and a few struggling periodicals ; whereas it counts volumes by the thousand , and sends forth to the world its periodicals , in which talent and ability are evinced inferior to none .
Masons need these books and periodicals , and no better work can be done for the fraternity than to send them out broadcast . Every organization is liable to abuse by its enemies jusb in proportion to the ignorance of its members . We need more reading Masons . In those days , when in many places wo are bitterly and persistently assailed , it stands us in hand to IJO well informed with reference to
everything pertaining to the Order . We aro blessed with vast numbers who are intelligent , reading , thinking men , and yet while conversant with almost every other subject , they are not intelligent in Masonry . When a brother has taken all the degrees , when he has become so thoroughly acquainted with the ritual that every word is at his tongue ' s end , so far is he from being a well-instructed Mason
that he Las but simply learned the Masonic alphabet ; he is only placed upon good vantage ground for entering upon a course of Masonic research that will amply reward for all the labour he may bestow . Lot as keep these facts constantly before the brethren , and thus spur them up to greater diligence in their efforts for more and further Masonic light . —( Grand Master GKISWOLD of Minnesota . )
Alexandra Palace.
ALEXANDRA PALACE .
SEASON TICKETS , available for one year from the 1 st of each month , and entitling the holder to a chance iu tha Alexandra Palace Art Union , to be had of TV . TV . MoaSAy , 87 Barbican , E , 0 .