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CEAFT : METEOPOLITAN
PERSEVERANCE LODGE , No . 1743 . THE annual installation meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday , at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet Street , under the presidency of Bro . W . J . Wall Worshipful Master of the past year , who brought his presidency to a conclusion with a brilliant display of his ability as a worker in the Craft . He was supported by Bro . H . C . Lonsdale S . W . and W . M .-elect , H . Watts J . W ., T . Lovell P . M . Treas ., G . J . Tollett Sec , H . G . Park S . D ., W . B .
Cossham J . D ., R . Perry D . C ., J . H . Bridgman Assist . Steward ; Past Masters T . J . O'Brien , C . E . Ferry , John Stait , and F . Kearney ; W . Lane Tyler , together with other members of the Lodge and the following visitors : Frank Carter 153 , J . Walton 1360 , H . Foreman P . M . 1275 , H . Mossop 797 , T . H . Mills 1550 , G . Booker I . P . M . 228 , R . Ede 1471 , A . J .
Baldock 1343 , G . H . Cole I . P . M . 1089 , H . Magee P . M . 174 , W . Roots P . M . 1273 , Col . T . D . Sewell P . M . 1827 P . G . Steward , S . Ellis I . P . M . 1981 , J . R . Johnson P . M . 1320 2005 P . P . S . G . D . Essex , W . W . Morgan 177 , A . Abrahams 205 , J . G . W . James P . M . 1602 P . P . G . Std . B . Berks , W . G . London 1580 , Alfred Ford 171 2005 , A . Moore 91 , A . Strugnell 2264 , G . J . Symonds 183 , R . J . Hamilton 781 .
The Lodge having been regularly opened the Master conferred the second degree upon Bro . Smithson , and then resigned the chair to Past Master O'Brien , who initiated Mr . C . E . Linaker , after which Bro . Wall resumed command and proceeded to instal as his successor Bro ; H . C . Lonsdale , who was inducted into the chair with the customary formalities ,
and appointed the following as his assistant Officers for the year : —Watts S . W ., Park J . W ., Lovell Treas ., Tollett Sec , Cossham S . D ., S . Fell J . D ., Perry I . G ., Bridgman and J . Flaxman Stewards , W . Lane Tyler . Other business was disposed of and the Lodge was closed , the company adjourning to the banquet room .
After an excellent repast the Master gave the customary loyal toasts , each of which was heartily received . The Immediate Past Master followed on with the health of the Worshipful Master—really the toast of the evening , he said . He was quite sure the members were all well satisfied with the way in which the new ruler of the Lodge had so far discharged his duties within it , and they probably felt , as he did , there was a bright future before them . Bro . Lonsdale ought to have conferred the first degree on their initiate that
evening , and then they would have been in a better position to judge of his capabilities , but next meeting they hoped to have two , or perhaps three ceremonies , and there was little doubt he would be equal to what was expected of him . For thirteen years he had been a member of the Lodge and had steadily worked through each of its offices . They had the right sort of Master in the chair and next year , he was certain , they would have reason to be satisfied that they had selected him .
The W . M . tendered his thanks . He assured them that having reached the high and exalted position of Master he should do everything in his power to warrant the confidence they had placed in him . He was the twentieth Master of the Lodge , and the first of its joining members who had risen to the honour of the chair .
The toast of the Initiate was next given from the chair , and the Master , in submitting it , said they had that night admitted a gentleman among them who gave every prospect of becoming a good Mason . From the conversation he had had with him since his admission he felt sure he would be an acquisition to their Lodge . It was necessary they should have new blood , but in spite of that necessity they should at all times be most careful as to whom they admitted .
The new member tendered his thanks for the honour accorded him , and trusted he might prove himself a worthy Mason . A very pleasing duty now devolved upon the Worshipful Master , in having to propose the health of his predecessor in the chair—the Installing Officer of the day . The Brethren had had opportunities of judging how well Bro . Wall had performed his work that evening , and they also knew that
during his year of office he had discharged the duties attached to it with a great amount of credit . By his genial behaviour as ruler of the Lodge he had won the heart of every one of the members , who , as a mark of their appreciation , had voted him a Past Master ' s jewel , and this he now had the greatest pleasure to present to Bro . Wall , conveying with it the good wishes of the members , who hoped he might be with them for many years to impart the knowledge he possessed , for their advantage .
The I . P . M . tendered his thanks for the toast . As he had often said he had spent some of his happiest days in the Lodge , of which for a good thirteen years he had been a member , and had never known anything but kindness connected with it . He thanked the members especially for the jewel , and hoped , as the Worshipful Master had said , he might be with them for many years . He took the opportunity of thanking the Officers who had worked with him during the year for the way in which they had supported nim , and also thanked Past Blaster O'Brien for helping him with the ceremonies of the day .
The Master proposed the toast of the visitors . They were honoured with the attendance of a large number of Brethren distinguished in the Craft ; it had afforded the members much pleasure to receive them , and extend to them a hearty welcome . He hoped all had derived some pleasure from their vjsit , and that many of them would go away with the feeling that the Perseverance Lodge was not the worst one of their acquaintance . Past Master James was the first to respond , tendering sincere thanks for the toast . It had indeed been a great pleasure to the visitors to be present that
night , and witness the prosperity of the Lodge . He knew the Master as one who would cany out the duties of the chair with satisfaction to all , and was pleased to see him start in office with such prospects of success . There was little doubt but that the present occupant of the chair would discharge the dutiesattached to it with credit to the Lodge and to himself . Bro . Johnson next replied . He felt that the Lodge—Perseverance in name—owed its position to the evident perseverance of the members , who had thus been able a ° mi mucn - Bros - Abrahams , Booker , and Roots also responded . The health of the Past Masters was now submitted . The President said the Lodge was blessed with some good Past Masters , and as thoy had
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seen that night they were able to make themselves useful as well as appear ornamental , in fact , they might be set down as good members of the Lodge , ever ready to come forward and impart their knowledge to others . Past Master Kearney acknowledged the toast . It was a great pleasure to the Past Masters to know that Brother Wall , the latest addition to their
ranks , had given satisfaction to every member of the Lodge during the time he had occupied the chair . Freemasonry must not always be looked upon as a Festival , but rather as a means of advancing the welfare of its members . He trusted everyone associated with Perseverance would do his best to advance its prosperity .
Bro . Ferry was very pleased to be among the Past Masters of the Lodge of Perseverance , and gratified to know it could produce such efficient workers as he believed the present Master would prove to be , and the retiring ruler had shown himself . Bro . Stait congratulated the Lodge on its present prosperity ; he had never received greater kindness from any men in the world than that he had met with as a Master of the Perseverance Lodge .
Bro . O'Brien spoke of his " Irishman's rise , " from the post of honour at the left of the chair to the lowest seat among the Past Masters , but regarded it as true progress from a Masonic standpoint . He had often noticed maps prepared for the purpose of illustrating gold mine and other speculations , and had then thought what an attractive map could be produced if the countries where Freemasonry was practised could be brought into bold relief .
The Treasurer and Secretary were next toasted , the Master regarding both as most efficient workers . What the Brethren had seen that night must have convinced them that the Treasurer was a painstaking and persevering Mason , always in his place and willing to assist all who desired it . The Secretary , too , performed his duties to the satisfaction of all , and had no small share in securing the success of the Lodge .
Each of these Officers replied , tendering their thanks , and hoping they might be able to retain the good opinion of the members of the Lodge . The Officers' toast was honoured , and then the Tyler brought the meeting to a conclusion .
DUKE OF CORNWALL LODGE , No . 1839 . AMONG the first to open the Masonic season in the metropolis is this Lodge of good fellowship , which commenced business at the Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen Street , W . C ., on Saturday , with the Installation Festival . The outgoing Master Bro . Charles Mussared presided , and was supported by his Officers and the following Brethren : —Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg P . G . C ., Walter Martin P . M ., W . Gibson Bott P . M ., H . Cattermole P . M ., C . H . Cox P . M ., J . Bladon P . M ., J . Culver P . M ., W . H . Foot P . M ., W . H . Lowry I . P . M ., J . W . Brooke P . M ., W . C . Smith W . M . 2264 , Chas .
Brown W . M . 35 , G . W . Bail W . M . 2169 , J . H . Williams 569 , H . Ives 1716 , G . Scott Miller I . P . M . 2264 , G . F . Smith 15 , J . J . Patrick 1716 , J . F . Galloway W . M . 1598 , J . A . Smallbones 1897 , R . L . Woolf 188 , E . W . Wood 1706 , J . W . Jefiery P . M . 134 , R . T . West 1744 , Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 , W . T . Perrins , A . E . Turner , F . Smallbones , A . J . Blake , A . J . Brown , C . T . Cowley , J . J . Woods , Alfd . Perkins , 0 . W . Davies , C . H . Elithorn , N . N . Stansbnry , O . W . Bailey , H . E . Toon , J . A . King , T . J . Jackson , G . F . J . Broad , C . F . Day , W . F . Norris , C . W . Payne , & c .
The Lodge being duly opened the minutes of the last two meetings were read and confirmed . Bro . G . W . Moore , having proved his proficiency as a Craftsman , was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason by the W . M ., who then proceeded to instal his successor . Bro . Charles Heinekey , having been elected as W . M . at the last meeting ,
was presented by Bro . Brooke , and signified his assent to the ancient charges and regulations . A Board of Installed Masters was formed , and Bro . Heinekey was regularly installed as Master for the ensuing twelve months . Both the ceremonies , together with the three addresses , were ably rendered by Bro . Mussared , and much appreciated by the Brethren .
The new Master , having been duly proclaimed and saluted , then proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers , as follow : —C . H . Knuth S . W ., W . Wright J . W ., John Culver P . M . Treas ., J . W . Dewsnap P . M . Sec , T . J . Jackson Assistant Secretary , ' F . H . Stollery S . D ., J . F . Perrins J . D ., A . E . Turner I . G ., J . L . Castiglione D . C ., F . Smallbones and A . J . Blake Stewards , W . T . Perrins Musical Director , and T . Bowler Tyler .
The Reports of the Audit Committee , respecting the Lodge and Benevolent Funds , were presented and adopted . The resignation of two members was received with regret . Bro . Heinekey acknowledged the congratulations of the visiting Brethren , and there being no further business the Lodge was closed in perfect harmony , and the company adjourned to the spacious Crown Room , where the banquet was served .
After the removal of the cloth , the customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were submitted by the W . M ., and accepted with acclamation by the Brethren . Bro . the Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg , in responding for the Grand Officers , said he could hardly believed that it was fifteen years since he assisted at the consecration of the Lodge , but he was pleased to perceive that it had had a successful career , and hoped , that it would continue to prosper .
Bro . Mussared I . P . M . proposed the health of the Master , in humourous terms , and wished him a happy and successful year of office . He was one of the first initiates , an excellent Mason , and knew his work thoroughly , having served all the offices . He would certainly add lustre to the Lodge , maintain its credit , and retire from the chair with honour . Bro . Heinekey , in reply , promised that he would make his year of office a successful one if the Brethren would assist him by bringing in some good
candidates for initiation . Although he was the youngest Master who had presided over the Lodge , he felt quite confident in being able to conduct its affairs . He proceeded to return the compliment to Bro . Mussared , and presented him with a handsome Past Master's jewel , voted by the Lodge as a recognition of his services during his year of office , and as a mark of the regard in which he is held by the Brethren . He hoped that he would long be spared to wear the jewel , and that it would serve to remind him of his year of Mastership .
Bros . Mussared returned thanks for the present , which he would ever wear in pleasant remembrance of the Lodge . He could not say that his work had been labourious , but he had performed it to the best of his ability , and he was grateful for the kindly way in which he had been treated . He had served every office in the Lodge , and hoped he would still be able to render them some service in the future .
Bros . George Scott Miller and Rev . J . Harris returned thanks for the Visitors . In his remarks Bro . Harris referred to the correspondence respecting Freemasonry that appeared in the columns of a contemporary ( which has been noticed in our issues of 5 th and 12 th inst . ) . He considered it wrong for anyone who called himself a Christian and a clergyman to say that such men as Bro . Brownrigg and his humble self should not be members of the Fraternity . What he felt was that Masons were all bound together to
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Reports Of Meetings.
REPORTS OF MEETINGS .
We shall he pleased to receive particulars of Masonic meetings for insertion in our columns , and where desired will endeavour to send a representative to report Lodge or other proceedings .
CEAFT : METEOPOLITAN
PERSEVERANCE LODGE , No . 1743 . THE annual installation meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday , at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet Street , under the presidency of Bro . W . J . Wall Worshipful Master of the past year , who brought his presidency to a conclusion with a brilliant display of his ability as a worker in the Craft . He was supported by Bro . H . C . Lonsdale S . W . and W . M .-elect , H . Watts J . W ., T . Lovell P . M . Treas ., G . J . Tollett Sec , H . G . Park S . D ., W . B .
Cossham J . D ., R . Perry D . C ., J . H . Bridgman Assist . Steward ; Past Masters T . J . O'Brien , C . E . Ferry , John Stait , and F . Kearney ; W . Lane Tyler , together with other members of the Lodge and the following visitors : Frank Carter 153 , J . Walton 1360 , H . Foreman P . M . 1275 , H . Mossop 797 , T . H . Mills 1550 , G . Booker I . P . M . 228 , R . Ede 1471 , A . J .
Baldock 1343 , G . H . Cole I . P . M . 1089 , H . Magee P . M . 174 , W . Roots P . M . 1273 , Col . T . D . Sewell P . M . 1827 P . G . Steward , S . Ellis I . P . M . 1981 , J . R . Johnson P . M . 1320 2005 P . P . S . G . D . Essex , W . W . Morgan 177 , A . Abrahams 205 , J . G . W . James P . M . 1602 P . P . G . Std . B . Berks , W . G . London 1580 , Alfred Ford 171 2005 , A . Moore 91 , A . Strugnell 2264 , G . J . Symonds 183 , R . J . Hamilton 781 .
The Lodge having been regularly opened the Master conferred the second degree upon Bro . Smithson , and then resigned the chair to Past Master O'Brien , who initiated Mr . C . E . Linaker , after which Bro . Wall resumed command and proceeded to instal as his successor Bro ; H . C . Lonsdale , who was inducted into the chair with the customary formalities ,
and appointed the following as his assistant Officers for the year : —Watts S . W ., Park J . W ., Lovell Treas ., Tollett Sec , Cossham S . D ., S . Fell J . D ., Perry I . G ., Bridgman and J . Flaxman Stewards , W . Lane Tyler . Other business was disposed of and the Lodge was closed , the company adjourning to the banquet room .
After an excellent repast the Master gave the customary loyal toasts , each of which was heartily received . The Immediate Past Master followed on with the health of the Worshipful Master—really the toast of the evening , he said . He was quite sure the members were all well satisfied with the way in which the new ruler of the Lodge had so far discharged his duties within it , and they probably felt , as he did , there was a bright future before them . Bro . Lonsdale ought to have conferred the first degree on their initiate that
evening , and then they would have been in a better position to judge of his capabilities , but next meeting they hoped to have two , or perhaps three ceremonies , and there was little doubt he would be equal to what was expected of him . For thirteen years he had been a member of the Lodge and had steadily worked through each of its offices . They had the right sort of Master in the chair and next year , he was certain , they would have reason to be satisfied that they had selected him .
The W . M . tendered his thanks . He assured them that having reached the high and exalted position of Master he should do everything in his power to warrant the confidence they had placed in him . He was the twentieth Master of the Lodge , and the first of its joining members who had risen to the honour of the chair .
The toast of the Initiate was next given from the chair , and the Master , in submitting it , said they had that night admitted a gentleman among them who gave every prospect of becoming a good Mason . From the conversation he had had with him since his admission he felt sure he would be an acquisition to their Lodge . It was necessary they should have new blood , but in spite of that necessity they should at all times be most careful as to whom they admitted .
The new member tendered his thanks for the honour accorded him , and trusted he might prove himself a worthy Mason . A very pleasing duty now devolved upon the Worshipful Master , in having to propose the health of his predecessor in the chair—the Installing Officer of the day . The Brethren had had opportunities of judging how well Bro . Wall had performed his work that evening , and they also knew that
during his year of office he had discharged the duties attached to it with a great amount of credit . By his genial behaviour as ruler of the Lodge he had won the heart of every one of the members , who , as a mark of their appreciation , had voted him a Past Master ' s jewel , and this he now had the greatest pleasure to present to Bro . Wall , conveying with it the good wishes of the members , who hoped he might be with them for many years to impart the knowledge he possessed , for their advantage .
The I . P . M . tendered his thanks for the toast . As he had often said he had spent some of his happiest days in the Lodge , of which for a good thirteen years he had been a member , and had never known anything but kindness connected with it . He thanked the members especially for the jewel , and hoped , as the Worshipful Master had said , he might be with them for many years . He took the opportunity of thanking the Officers who had worked with him during the year for the way in which they had supported nim , and also thanked Past Blaster O'Brien for helping him with the ceremonies of the day .
The Master proposed the toast of the visitors . They were honoured with the attendance of a large number of Brethren distinguished in the Craft ; it had afforded the members much pleasure to receive them , and extend to them a hearty welcome . He hoped all had derived some pleasure from their vjsit , and that many of them would go away with the feeling that the Perseverance Lodge was not the worst one of their acquaintance . Past Master James was the first to respond , tendering sincere thanks for the toast . It had indeed been a great pleasure to the visitors to be present that
night , and witness the prosperity of the Lodge . He knew the Master as one who would cany out the duties of the chair with satisfaction to all , and was pleased to see him start in office with such prospects of success . There was little doubt but that the present occupant of the chair would discharge the dutiesattached to it with credit to the Lodge and to himself . Bro . Johnson next replied . He felt that the Lodge—Perseverance in name—owed its position to the evident perseverance of the members , who had thus been able a ° mi mucn - Bros - Abrahams , Booker , and Roots also responded . The health of the Past Masters was now submitted . The President said the Lodge was blessed with some good Past Masters , and as thoy had
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seen that night they were able to make themselves useful as well as appear ornamental , in fact , they might be set down as good members of the Lodge , ever ready to come forward and impart their knowledge to others . Past Master Kearney acknowledged the toast . It was a great pleasure to the Past Masters to know that Brother Wall , the latest addition to their
ranks , had given satisfaction to every member of the Lodge during the time he had occupied the chair . Freemasonry must not always be looked upon as a Festival , but rather as a means of advancing the welfare of its members . He trusted everyone associated with Perseverance would do his best to advance its prosperity .
Bro . Ferry was very pleased to be among the Past Masters of the Lodge of Perseverance , and gratified to know it could produce such efficient workers as he believed the present Master would prove to be , and the retiring ruler had shown himself . Bro . Stait congratulated the Lodge on its present prosperity ; he had never received greater kindness from any men in the world than that he had met with as a Master of the Perseverance Lodge .
Bro . O'Brien spoke of his " Irishman's rise , " from the post of honour at the left of the chair to the lowest seat among the Past Masters , but regarded it as true progress from a Masonic standpoint . He had often noticed maps prepared for the purpose of illustrating gold mine and other speculations , and had then thought what an attractive map could be produced if the countries where Freemasonry was practised could be brought into bold relief .
The Treasurer and Secretary were next toasted , the Master regarding both as most efficient workers . What the Brethren had seen that night must have convinced them that the Treasurer was a painstaking and persevering Mason , always in his place and willing to assist all who desired it . The Secretary , too , performed his duties to the satisfaction of all , and had no small share in securing the success of the Lodge .
Each of these Officers replied , tendering their thanks , and hoping they might be able to retain the good opinion of the members of the Lodge . The Officers' toast was honoured , and then the Tyler brought the meeting to a conclusion .
DUKE OF CORNWALL LODGE , No . 1839 . AMONG the first to open the Masonic season in the metropolis is this Lodge of good fellowship , which commenced business at the Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen Street , W . C ., on Saturday , with the Installation Festival . The outgoing Master Bro . Charles Mussared presided , and was supported by his Officers and the following Brethren : —Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg P . G . C ., Walter Martin P . M ., W . Gibson Bott P . M ., H . Cattermole P . M ., C . H . Cox P . M ., J . Bladon P . M ., J . Culver P . M ., W . H . Foot P . M ., W . H . Lowry I . P . M ., J . W . Brooke P . M ., W . C . Smith W . M . 2264 , Chas .
Brown W . M . 35 , G . W . Bail W . M . 2169 , J . H . Williams 569 , H . Ives 1716 , G . Scott Miller I . P . M . 2264 , G . F . Smith 15 , J . J . Patrick 1716 , J . F . Galloway W . M . 1598 , J . A . Smallbones 1897 , R . L . Woolf 188 , E . W . Wood 1706 , J . W . Jefiery P . M . 134 , R . T . West 1744 , Orlton Cooper P . M . 211 , W . T . Perrins , A . E . Turner , F . Smallbones , A . J . Blake , A . J . Brown , C . T . Cowley , J . J . Woods , Alfd . Perkins , 0 . W . Davies , C . H . Elithorn , N . N . Stansbnry , O . W . Bailey , H . E . Toon , J . A . King , T . J . Jackson , G . F . J . Broad , C . F . Day , W . F . Norris , C . W . Payne , & c .
The Lodge being duly opened the minutes of the last two meetings were read and confirmed . Bro . G . W . Moore , having proved his proficiency as a Craftsman , was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason by the W . M ., who then proceeded to instal his successor . Bro . Charles Heinekey , having been elected as W . M . at the last meeting ,
was presented by Bro . Brooke , and signified his assent to the ancient charges and regulations . A Board of Installed Masters was formed , and Bro . Heinekey was regularly installed as Master for the ensuing twelve months . Both the ceremonies , together with the three addresses , were ably rendered by Bro . Mussared , and much appreciated by the Brethren .
The new Master , having been duly proclaimed and saluted , then proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers , as follow : —C . H . Knuth S . W ., W . Wright J . W ., John Culver P . M . Treas ., J . W . Dewsnap P . M . Sec , T . J . Jackson Assistant Secretary , ' F . H . Stollery S . D ., J . F . Perrins J . D ., A . E . Turner I . G ., J . L . Castiglione D . C ., F . Smallbones and A . J . Blake Stewards , W . T . Perrins Musical Director , and T . Bowler Tyler .
The Reports of the Audit Committee , respecting the Lodge and Benevolent Funds , were presented and adopted . The resignation of two members was received with regret . Bro . Heinekey acknowledged the congratulations of the visiting Brethren , and there being no further business the Lodge was closed in perfect harmony , and the company adjourned to the spacious Crown Room , where the banquet was served .
After the removal of the cloth , the customary Loyal and Masonic toasts were submitted by the W . M ., and accepted with acclamation by the Brethren . Bro . the Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg , in responding for the Grand Officers , said he could hardly believed that it was fifteen years since he assisted at the consecration of the Lodge , but he was pleased to perceive that it had had a successful career , and hoped , that it would continue to prosper .
Bro . Mussared I . P . M . proposed the health of the Master , in humourous terms , and wished him a happy and successful year of office . He was one of the first initiates , an excellent Mason , and knew his work thoroughly , having served all the offices . He would certainly add lustre to the Lodge , maintain its credit , and retire from the chair with honour . Bro . Heinekey , in reply , promised that he would make his year of office a successful one if the Brethren would assist him by bringing in some good
candidates for initiation . Although he was the youngest Master who had presided over the Lodge , he felt quite confident in being able to conduct its affairs . He proceeded to return the compliment to Bro . Mussared , and presented him with a handsome Past Master's jewel , voted by the Lodge as a recognition of his services during his year of office , and as a mark of the regard in which he is held by the Brethren . He hoped that he would long be spared to wear the jewel , and that it would serve to remind him of his year of Mastership .
Bros . Mussared returned thanks for the present , which he would ever wear in pleasant remembrance of the Lodge . He could not say that his work had been labourious , but he had performed it to the best of his ability , and he was grateful for the kindly way in which he had been treated . He had served every office in the Lodge , and hoped he would still be able to render them some service in the future .
Bros . George Scott Miller and Rev . J . Harris returned thanks for the Visitors . In his remarks Bro . Harris referred to the correspondence respecting Freemasonry that appeared in the columns of a contemporary ( which has been noticed in our issues of 5 th and 12 th inst . ) . He considered it wrong for anyone who called himself a Christian and a clergyman to say that such men as Bro . Brownrigg and his humble self should not be members of the Fraternity . What he felt was that Masons were all bound together to