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Bro . Jones , a caiidrdato for passing , proved his efficiency , and was entrusted . " After the candidate retired , Lodge waa opened in the second , and Bro . Jones was readmitted , and parsed . Lodge was resumed , and Bros . Bennett , Ridley and Biggs were appointed members of the permanent Committee , this on the proposition of the
W . M ., seconded by P . M . Dank 3 . P . M . Margrett proposed , in conformity with the notice of motion at the last regular Lodge , that the sum of ten guineas be voted from the funds of the Lodge for the purpose of assisting a distressed brother of the Lodge . He explained who the distressed brother was , and that he had failed in business .
and was left with his family in very distressed circumstances . This was corroborated by Bro . Stransom Treasurer . The proposition was seconded by the Worshipful Master , and carried . Notice of motion was given by P . M . Danks that the sum of teu guineas be voted from the fnnds of the Lodge to be added to tho W . M . 's list on his
attendanceat the Festival of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution . The Secretary read a letter received from the W . M . of 414 , in reference to the removal of the portraits and other pictures from the Temple to the ante-room , and suggested that a deputation from 1101 should be appointed to meet the Committee of 414 , for the purpose of
arranging position of same . It waa resolved , on the motion of P . M . Margrett , that Bros . Havenscroft S . W ., Creed J . W ., and Green , away Secretary should form the deputation for the above purpose , and that tho Secretary be instructed to write and inform the W . M .
of 414 of the same ; The Secretary read a letter from Bro . Binckes , informing tho Lodge of the formation of a Masonic club in London , nnd drawing attention to tho special privileges being offered to the Craft in connection with this club . After the usual ceremonies , the Lodge was closed according to ancient form , and adjourned .
THE GREAT CITY LODGE , No . 1426 . rpiIE monthly meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday evening , -L tho 12 th instant , at the Cannon Street Hotel . Brother Robert Fendick W . M . presided , Potter S . W ., Bertram J . W . ; P . M . ' s Headon Treasurer , Stevens , Keeble Secretary , Baber I . P . M ., Blackie , and Kibble . Thero were several Visitors , viz .: —Bros . Mitchell and Fox 1743 , Tomliu 1815 , R . H . Smith 1196 , Barfoot 2018 , R .-G . Hart
1872 , Lloyd W . M . 145 , Buttery 1287 , Luwley 65 , & e . The minutes of the November Lodge having been read and confirmed , a ballot took place for the admission of Mr . George Mackenzie Fraser , which being unanimous in his favour , and he being in attendance , he was initiated in the mysteries of ancient Freemasonry , the Worshipful
Master performing tho ceremony in a very careful and able manner . At its conclusion Brother Stevens P . M ., at the request of the W . M ., gave a lecture on the tracing board of the degree , and received the warm approval of the brethren . This being concluded , the W . M . said he had now a most agreeable duty to perform , which was to
present their Brother Blackie , tho lato Secretary , with tho jewel which was unanimously voted to him by the brethren at the last Lodge , as a mark of their nppreciat on of the ability with which he had discharged his duties as Secretary for somo years , and in
presenting ib he expressed , en behalf of the brethren as well as himself , their hope that ho might long live to wear it ; to remind him of the respect entertained for him by the Lodgo . Tho jewel bears the following inscription : —
THE GREAT CITY LODCK , NO . 1126 . On the reverse—Presented to Brother G . W . BLACKIK P . M ., with tho thanks of the brethren .
In recognition of his zealous services as Secretary . 12 th December 1885 . Having had the jewel placed on his breast , Bro . Blackie thanked the brethren most sincerely for the kind feeling they entertained for him , and the splendid jewel by which those feelings had been
con--veytu to biro . During tbe lime ho bad beon their Secretary it had been to him a labour of love , and to receive their satisfaction in what he had done was to him nn ample reward . It was only business arrangements which compelled him to resign his office , as he could not pay so much attention to it as be desired . Although he was no
longer their Secretary , in the future he would do all in his power to promote the prosperity of the Lodge and the happiness of its members . After some communications bad been read , Lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to the Pillar Room for refreshment , which was well served under the direction of the new manager of the bote ) ,
On the withdrawal of the cloth , the Worshipful Master said that the first toast given in all loyal assemblies was that of the Queen , who took great interest iu the welfare of her subjects . . By this she had endeared herself to all , and particularly so to Freemasons ; she was the mother of their Grand Master . This was followed by the
National Aulhern , tho solo parts by Bro . Cozens , who presided at the grand pianoforte . Trc Worship ' ul Master next gave the Pro Grand Master the Earl of Carnarvon , the Deputy Grand Master tho Earl of Lathom , and the rest of tho Grand Officers , which was duly honoured . Bro . Bnber I . P . M . propneod the health of the Worshipful
Master , and said the brethren must havo seen with pleasure his qualifications for tho office to wt ich ho hail been appointed , by the manner in which ho had pei formed tho ceremony of initiation that night , nnd which he had done to their entire satisfaction . The toast was very cordially responded to , and was followed by a song from
Bro . Lloyd W . M . Uo . The Worshipful Master , in reply to the toast of his health , said ho thanked Bro . Baber most heartily for the kind manner in which he had given expression to his name , and also for tbe response of the brethren to the toast . It was his desire to carry
cut the duties oi the chair to thoir satisfaction , and m tho best way in which that could bo done . He would endeavour to discharge those duties to tho best of his power , and asked them to bring him more work to do , so that ho might havo further opportunities of giving them Eidisi ' -ictiVn . Fur the very hearty manner in which they had
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received the toast ho thanked them . The W . M . said the next toast ho bad to propose was that of their brother Initiate , whom he had ' ad the pl ° asure of knowing for some years ; he felt assured that ! i would become a worthy member of the Craft , when , further on , ho should have more opportunity of becoming acquainted and familiar with the tenets of their Order . Bro . Fraser was the first initiate of
his reign ; he trusted that he should have many more . He asked the brethren to drink health and prosperity to their brother initiate ; The toast was well received , followed by the Entered Apprentice sons ? by Bro . Stevens . Bro . Fraser , in retnrning thanks for the very kind manner in which the toast had been proposed by the Worshipful
Master , said he had known Bro . Fendiok for many years , and he felt sure that he would never regret having introduced him into the Order . He was at present only a novice , but in the future lie hoped to aid and assist his brethren in every way he possibly could . Tbe Worshipful Master next gave " the Visitors , " who severally
responded . The P . M . ' s of the Lodge likewise acknowledged the compliment paid them . The W . M . Raid the next toast be had to propose was a very important one ; it was the health of the Treasurer and Secretary , two P . M . ' s of the Lodge . They were two respected mem * hers , and while he had them ou hia left hand he always
found his dnty a very easy one . After a song by Bro . Wmteley , " Speed on my barque , " Bro . Headon P . M . and Treasurer said he thought the Treasurer and Secretary bad every reason to be satisfied with the sentiment of the last son g , "Speed on my barqae , " for he felt assured that as regarded the interests of the Lodge tbey were
always ready to keep up the steam , and do everything in their power to promote its welfare , and ensure it 3 success . As their Treasurer he had had so many opportunities of returning thanks for their repeated expressions of kindness that thsy must feel weary of hia repeating himself . As Treasurer of the Lodge , it was with great
pleasure that he had found himself annually elected without a dissentient voice , and he assured them that he should at all times be ready to do anything in his power to assist the Worshipful Master and the brethren , and promote the comfort of the Visitors who might hononr them with a visit from time to time . Thpre was , however ,
a little matter he wished to notice , and which he had referred to on a former occasion , and that was the coming election for the Grand Treasurership . The Great City Lodge had been mainly instrumental in bringing about the t ransfer of the collar of Grand Treasurer in Grand Lodge , and had succeeded in breaking down
the monopoly of its possession for many years . They had succepded in bringing in Bro . Allcroft , who although a Mason for abont forty years had received no preferment or recognition for his pervicea . The Great City Lodge , however , nominated him , and carried him triumphantly into the proud position of Grand Treasurer not only
by the voice of The Great City Lodge , but by that of tbe whole Craft , by whom it was successfully accomplished . The principle enunciated had been going on for some time , and Bro . R . B . Martfn had been nominated for that office in the coming year . He was a most respected citizen , the head of a banking firm in Lombard-street ,
nnd for thirty-five years a Past Master of the Carnarvon Lodge , No . 708 , and was one of its founders . He is also a member of the Westminster and Keystone Royal Arch Chapter , a member of the Carnarvon Mark Lodge , a member of the Oxford and Cambridge Rose Croix Chapter , nnd Life Governor of the three Masonic Institutions .
ITo has held the Office of Treasurer of the Westminster and Keystone Lodge for 25 years , but notwithstanding all his qualifications , like another flower alluded to by the poet , "he was born to blush unseen , and waste sweetness on the desert air . " Now , however , they had unearthed this worthy brother of the Craft , and nominated him for
Grand Treasurer , and if the members come up to the Grand Lodge and vote for him his election will confer honour upon The Great City Lodge , as he waa well known to it . He trusted , therefore , that those members of the Lodge who were members of the Grand Lodge would go np and record their votes in his favour . He ( Bro .
Headon ) felt great interest in Bro . Martin ' s nomination ; as they were all interested in matters connected with the City , they all naturally felt interested in his preferment . He was a brother worthy of their kind consideration , and he hoped he would receive their unanimous support . Bro . Keeble ( Secretary ) also returned
thanks , and remarked that when appointed to office he thought it would be a ypry pleasant and comfortable affair to follow in the foot . steps of the brother who had preceded bim , but he found it was not altogether so , for no sooner was one meeting over , than he had to think about the next , and to run about from place to place , to con .
snlt the Treasurer as to what was to be done , and to wait upon the Master and keep him up to the mark , and see that he was at his post . Still for all that he looked npon his duties as a labour of love , and
shonld always be proud to do the work , feeling amply repaid for any service the brethren might put npon him . Some other toasts were given , and thus a very pleasant and harmonious meeting was brought to a close .
CHISWICK LODGE , No . 2012 . TEE election meeting of this Lodge took place , at its new quarters , the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , on Monday , 14 th inst .. Brother George Everett officiating in tho absence of the Worshipfnl Master . The ceremonies of raising and initiation were performed with Brother Everett ' s well known ability . The election of Wor . shipful Master , Treasurer , and Tyler was proceeded with ; Brother
George Gardner , the S . W ., was elected unanimonsly to fill the chair of King Solomon for the ensning twelve months . Dr . Lawrence wag re-elected Treasurer . An Audit Committee having been appointed , tho Senior Warden handed in the names of five candidates for initiation , and proposed , for affiliation , the Right Honourable Lord
George Hamilton . Hearty good wishes were tendered , and th « Lodge was closed in perfect harmony . The brethren then adjourae I to banquet , which was served in Brother Brill ' s usual style , afte " which songs , ivc , woro indulged in , and a very pleasant evening waa spent .
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Bro . Jones , a caiidrdato for passing , proved his efficiency , and was entrusted . " After the candidate retired , Lodge waa opened in the second , and Bro . Jones was readmitted , and parsed . Lodge was resumed , and Bros . Bennett , Ridley and Biggs were appointed members of the permanent Committee , this on the proposition of the
W . M ., seconded by P . M . Dank 3 . P . M . Margrett proposed , in conformity with the notice of motion at the last regular Lodge , that the sum of ten guineas be voted from the funds of the Lodge for the purpose of assisting a distressed brother of the Lodge . He explained who the distressed brother was , and that he had failed in business .
and was left with his family in very distressed circumstances . This was corroborated by Bro . Stransom Treasurer . The proposition was seconded by the Worshipful Master , and carried . Notice of motion was given by P . M . Danks that the sum of teu guineas be voted from the fnnds of the Lodge to be added to tho W . M . 's list on his
attendanceat the Festival of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution . The Secretary read a letter received from the W . M . of 414 , in reference to the removal of the portraits and other pictures from the Temple to the ante-room , and suggested that a deputation from 1101 should be appointed to meet the Committee of 414 , for the purpose of
arranging position of same . It waa resolved , on the motion of P . M . Margrett , that Bros . Havenscroft S . W ., Creed J . W ., and Green , away Secretary should form the deputation for the above purpose , and that tho Secretary be instructed to write and inform the W . M .
of 414 of the same ; The Secretary read a letter from Bro . Binckes , informing tho Lodge of the formation of a Masonic club in London , nnd drawing attention to tho special privileges being offered to the Craft in connection with this club . After the usual ceremonies , the Lodge was closed according to ancient form , and adjourned .
THE GREAT CITY LODGE , No . 1426 . rpiIE monthly meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday evening , -L tho 12 th instant , at the Cannon Street Hotel . Brother Robert Fendick W . M . presided , Potter S . W ., Bertram J . W . ; P . M . ' s Headon Treasurer , Stevens , Keeble Secretary , Baber I . P . M ., Blackie , and Kibble . Thero were several Visitors , viz .: —Bros . Mitchell and Fox 1743 , Tomliu 1815 , R . H . Smith 1196 , Barfoot 2018 , R .-G . Hart
1872 , Lloyd W . M . 145 , Buttery 1287 , Luwley 65 , & e . The minutes of the November Lodge having been read and confirmed , a ballot took place for the admission of Mr . George Mackenzie Fraser , which being unanimous in his favour , and he being in attendance , he was initiated in the mysteries of ancient Freemasonry , the Worshipful
Master performing tho ceremony in a very careful and able manner . At its conclusion Brother Stevens P . M ., at the request of the W . M ., gave a lecture on the tracing board of the degree , and received the warm approval of the brethren . This being concluded , the W . M . said he had now a most agreeable duty to perform , which was to
present their Brother Blackie , tho lato Secretary , with tho jewel which was unanimously voted to him by the brethren at the last Lodge , as a mark of their nppreciat on of the ability with which he had discharged his duties as Secretary for somo years , and in
presenting ib he expressed , en behalf of the brethren as well as himself , their hope that ho might long live to wear it ; to remind him of the respect entertained for him by the Lodgo . Tho jewel bears the following inscription : —
THE GREAT CITY LODCK , NO . 1126 . On the reverse—Presented to Brother G . W . BLACKIK P . M ., with tho thanks of the brethren .
In recognition of his zealous services as Secretary . 12 th December 1885 . Having had the jewel placed on his breast , Bro . Blackie thanked the brethren most sincerely for the kind feeling they entertained for him , and the splendid jewel by which those feelings had been
con--veytu to biro . During tbe lime ho bad beon their Secretary it had been to him a labour of love , and to receive their satisfaction in what he had done was to him nn ample reward . It was only business arrangements which compelled him to resign his office , as he could not pay so much attention to it as be desired . Although he was no
longer their Secretary , in the future he would do all in his power to promote the prosperity of the Lodge and the happiness of its members . After some communications bad been read , Lodge was closed , and the brethren adjourned to the Pillar Room for refreshment , which was well served under the direction of the new manager of the bote ) ,
On the withdrawal of the cloth , the Worshipful Master said that the first toast given in all loyal assemblies was that of the Queen , who took great interest iu the welfare of her subjects . . By this she had endeared herself to all , and particularly so to Freemasons ; she was the mother of their Grand Master . This was followed by the
National Aulhern , tho solo parts by Bro . Cozens , who presided at the grand pianoforte . Trc Worship ' ul Master next gave the Pro Grand Master the Earl of Carnarvon , the Deputy Grand Master tho Earl of Lathom , and the rest of tho Grand Officers , which was duly honoured . Bro . Bnber I . P . M . propneod the health of the Worshipful
Master , and said the brethren must havo seen with pleasure his qualifications for tho office to wt ich ho hail been appointed , by the manner in which ho had pei formed tho ceremony of initiation that night , nnd which he had done to their entire satisfaction . The toast was very cordially responded to , and was followed by a song from
Bro . Lloyd W . M . Uo . The Worshipful Master , in reply to the toast of his health , said ho thanked Bro . Baber most heartily for the kind manner in which he had given expression to his name , and also for tbe response of the brethren to the toast . It was his desire to carry
cut the duties oi the chair to thoir satisfaction , and m tho best way in which that could bo done . He would endeavour to discharge those duties to tho best of his power , and asked them to bring him more work to do , so that ho might havo further opportunities of giving them Eidisi ' -ictiVn . Fur the very hearty manner in which they had
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received the toast ho thanked them . The W . M . said the next toast ho bad to propose was that of their brother Initiate , whom he had ' ad the pl ° asure of knowing for some years ; he felt assured that ! i would become a worthy member of the Craft , when , further on , ho should have more opportunity of becoming acquainted and familiar with the tenets of their Order . Bro . Fraser was the first initiate of
his reign ; he trusted that he should have many more . He asked the brethren to drink health and prosperity to their brother initiate ; The toast was well received , followed by the Entered Apprentice sons ? by Bro . Stevens . Bro . Fraser , in retnrning thanks for the very kind manner in which the toast had been proposed by the Worshipful
Master , said he had known Bro . Fendiok for many years , and he felt sure that he would never regret having introduced him into the Order . He was at present only a novice , but in the future lie hoped to aid and assist his brethren in every way he possibly could . Tbe Worshipful Master next gave " the Visitors , " who severally
responded . The P . M . ' s of the Lodge likewise acknowledged the compliment paid them . The W . M . Raid the next toast be had to propose was a very important one ; it was the health of the Treasurer and Secretary , two P . M . ' s of the Lodge . They were two respected mem * hers , and while he had them ou hia left hand he always
found his dnty a very easy one . After a song by Bro . Wmteley , " Speed on my barque , " Bro . Headon P . M . and Treasurer said he thought the Treasurer and Secretary bad every reason to be satisfied with the sentiment of the last son g , "Speed on my barqae , " for he felt assured that as regarded the interests of the Lodge tbey were
always ready to keep up the steam , and do everything in their power to promote its welfare , and ensure it 3 success . As their Treasurer he had had so many opportunities of returning thanks for their repeated expressions of kindness that thsy must feel weary of hia repeating himself . As Treasurer of the Lodge , it was with great
pleasure that he had found himself annually elected without a dissentient voice , and he assured them that he should at all times be ready to do anything in his power to assist the Worshipful Master and the brethren , and promote the comfort of the Visitors who might hononr them with a visit from time to time . Thpre was , however ,
a little matter he wished to notice , and which he had referred to on a former occasion , and that was the coming election for the Grand Treasurership . The Great City Lodge had been mainly instrumental in bringing about the t ransfer of the collar of Grand Treasurer in Grand Lodge , and had succeeded in breaking down
the monopoly of its possession for many years . They had succepded in bringing in Bro . Allcroft , who although a Mason for abont forty years had received no preferment or recognition for his pervicea . The Great City Lodge , however , nominated him , and carried him triumphantly into the proud position of Grand Treasurer not only
by the voice of The Great City Lodge , but by that of tbe whole Craft , by whom it was successfully accomplished . The principle enunciated had been going on for some time , and Bro . R . B . Martfn had been nominated for that office in the coming year . He was a most respected citizen , the head of a banking firm in Lombard-street ,
nnd for thirty-five years a Past Master of the Carnarvon Lodge , No . 708 , and was one of its founders . He is also a member of the Westminster and Keystone Royal Arch Chapter , a member of the Carnarvon Mark Lodge , a member of the Oxford and Cambridge Rose Croix Chapter , nnd Life Governor of the three Masonic Institutions .
ITo has held the Office of Treasurer of the Westminster and Keystone Lodge for 25 years , but notwithstanding all his qualifications , like another flower alluded to by the poet , "he was born to blush unseen , and waste sweetness on the desert air . " Now , however , they had unearthed this worthy brother of the Craft , and nominated him for
Grand Treasurer , and if the members come up to the Grand Lodge and vote for him his election will confer honour upon The Great City Lodge , as he waa well known to it . He trusted , therefore , that those members of the Lodge who were members of the Grand Lodge would go np and record their votes in his favour . He ( Bro .
Headon ) felt great interest in Bro . Martin ' s nomination ; as they were all interested in matters connected with the City , they all naturally felt interested in his preferment . He was a brother worthy of their kind consideration , and he hoped he would receive their unanimous support . Bro . Keeble ( Secretary ) also returned
thanks , and remarked that when appointed to office he thought it would be a ypry pleasant and comfortable affair to follow in the foot . steps of the brother who had preceded bim , but he found it was not altogether so , for no sooner was one meeting over , than he had to think about the next , and to run about from place to place , to con .
snlt the Treasurer as to what was to be done , and to wait upon the Master and keep him up to the mark , and see that he was at his post . Still for all that he looked npon his duties as a labour of love , and
shonld always be proud to do the work , feeling amply repaid for any service the brethren might put npon him . Some other toasts were given , and thus a very pleasant and harmonious meeting was brought to a close .
CHISWICK LODGE , No . 2012 . TEE election meeting of this Lodge took place , at its new quarters , the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge , on Monday , 14 th inst .. Brother George Everett officiating in tho absence of the Worshipfnl Master . The ceremonies of raising and initiation were performed with Brother Everett ' s well known ability . The election of Wor . shipful Master , Treasurer , and Tyler was proceeded with ; Brother
George Gardner , the S . W ., was elected unanimonsly to fill the chair of King Solomon for the ensning twelve months . Dr . Lawrence wag re-elected Treasurer . An Audit Committee having been appointed , tho Senior Warden handed in the names of five candidates for initiation , and proposed , for affiliation , the Right Honourable Lord
George Hamilton . Hearty good wishes were tendered , and th « Lodge was closed in perfect harmony . The brethren then adjourae I to banquet , which was served in Brother Brill ' s usual style , afte " which songs , ivc , woro indulged in , and a very pleasant evening waa spent .