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Consecration Of The Gallery Lodge, No. 1928.
CONSECRATION OF THE GALLERY LODGE , No . 1928 .
INVARIABLY an interest is manifested when a Lodge , either in or out of the Metropolis , is consecrated . Thero aro some associations connected therewith which cause this interest , both among those who intend being its members , and those who take part in the solemn and impressive ceremony , and desire the success of
Freemasonry . Among other characteristic features of several Lodges which have been consecrated during recent years the fact has been noticed that the majority of the brethren are members of some par . ticnlar profession . Thus , the Asaph Lodge , No . 1319 , consecrated in 1870 , is devoted to rrembers of the theatrical profession , while the Sphinx Lodge , No . 1329 , which was consecrated at Camberwell
in the same year , is composed chiefly of literary brethren . Then follow the Orpheus Lodge ( No . 1706 ) , which was consecrated in 1877 , and the Eurydice Lodge ( No . 1920 ) , of the present year , both of which are composed chiefly of members of the mnsical profession ; and there is , also the Evening Star Lodge , No . 1719 , for gentlemen connected with gas engineering and gas companies . These—if we
may so term them— " Class Lodges" are in a prosperous condition , and are adding rapidly " strength to strength , " and member to member . It is not to be wondered at , then , that the members of the Press in the Galleries of the Honses of Lords and Commons , who are very far from being numerically weak , should be anxious to possess a Lodge specially devoted to themselves . That consummation has now
been arrived at , inasmuch as on Saturday last the Lodge the name of which heads this report was consecrated at Brixton Hall , Acre Lane , Brixton , nnder nnusnally auspicious circumstances . That so many literary gentlemen , including members of the Press , happen to reside in South London is a remarkable coincidence . Brixton Hall , which has recently been erected , has been designed for
public meetings , and Masonic Lodges . The architect , however , owing to some unaccountable oversight , has rendered tbe building anything but adapted to the purposes for which ostensibly it is intended—so far at least as concerns the Masonio Order , for whose comfort and accommodation scant room has been afforded . Thus , for instance , there is no provision made for dining , so that after the labours of
tbe day an adjournment for refreshment musfc be made elsewhere . This is a decided inconvenience , as was experienced on Saturday . With so much room , and to spare , we wonder that some portion of the Hall bad not been utilised for the purpose of providing the necessary refreshments on tbe premises . At the Masonio Hall , Camberwell New Road , everv provision has been made from a crili .
nary point of view , and every Lodge has a cellar devoted to its use exclusively . This , we apprehend , conld also have been done at Brixton had forethought been exercised . The omission is to be deplored . Passing , however , from these introductory remarks , we come to the immediate labours associated with the Consecration of the Gallery Lodge , by Wor . Brother Colonel
Sbudwell H . Gierke Grand Secretary of England , who was well and ably assisted by Rev . Ambrose W . Ha ' l , M . A ... P . M . Grand Chaplain of England , and Bro . the Rev . Dr . J . E . Cox P . G . Chap , of England , as Consecrating Chaplains , W . Bro . Captain N . G . Philips Past Grand Deacon of England aa S . W ., Hush David Sandeman Past District Grand Master of Bengal as J . W ., Frank Richardson P . M . P . G . D . of
England Director of Ceremonies . The musical arrangements were under * tbe direction of Bro . F . H . Cozens , who was assisted bv Bros . Asbton , Carter , Lawler , and Seymoar Smith . Throughout the afternoon their performances were appreciated . Among the brethren present we noticed Bros . R . W . General Brownrigg , C . B , Prov . G . M . Surrey , Col . Sir F . Bnrdett , Bart ., Prov . Grand Master M ddlesex , J .
Allen West Kent 1297 P . M ., G . S . Dnnkley Royal Hanover 1777 Grand Organist of Middlesex , J . J . Brinton Sphinx 1329 I . G ., R . H . Goddard P . M ., H . Lovegrove Roval Hanover 1777 P . M ., J . Wilson Phoenix 173 P . M ., R . W . Giddv D . G . M . Griqnaland . Africa , T . Vine Vitruvian 87 P . G . D ., J . Finn 257 P . M ., Lient .-Col . J . Creaton G . Tr .. J . Parck P . G . D ., N . G . Griffiths P . G . D . Friends in Council 1383 ,
F . Richardson Tuscan 14 P . G . D ., Tebhitt Alliance 1827 W . M ., W . K . Frith Duke of Cornwall 1339 W . M ., E . C . Massev West Kent 1297 P . M ., R . R . Davis 256 P . M ., and H . G . Buss Assistant G . Sec . of England . The brethren having assembled in the ante-room , walked in procession to tbe Lodge-room , in which the presiding Officer took the chair , who , after the Lodge had been opened
in the three degrees , addressed the brethren on the motive of the meeting , and the Grand Chaplain then offered praver . After some other formalities had been gone through , the D . C . Bro . F . Richardson addressed the Presiding Officer , who having made a roost suitable reply , put the usual question to the brethren of the Lodge , and read the petition , and warrant from the
M . W . the G . Master of England . Bro . Cox then delivered nneloqnant oration , in the course of which he remarked that it afforded him great pleasure to take part in tbe solemn ceremonies of that afternoon . He had for a long series of years been connected with the Press , and the gentlemen associated with the Galleries of both Houses of Parliament . During that period he had frequently to rely on
them for information , which had to reach his hands at a particular moment , and he embraced that opportunity of thanking the representatives of tbe Press for tbe punctuality and ability they exhibited on all occasions . No class of hard-working men possessed the confidence of those who engaged them more than did the members of what was termed " the fourth estate . " It was not bin intention to dwell on Masonic snb .
jects , for the reason th » t all the brethren he a-lflressed were as conversant with them as himself . But . it afforded him infinite pleasure to know that their M . W . G . M . H . R . H . the Prince of Wales had readily granted them a warrant , on the ground that the petitioners had made out a good canse for a dispensation to be accorded . As he ( the P . G . Chaplain ) felt indisposed , he would not add any further remarks , beyond saying that he wished the Lodge every prosperity . He hoped that the smiles of the Great Architect of the Universe would ever
Consecration Of The Gallery Lodge, No. 1928.
rest npon it , and that what had been commenced that day would be carried on with undiminished interest , ability , brotherly love , relief , and truth . The 133 rd Psalm as an anth * m was then snug , and the Grand Chaplain of England read 2 Chron . chapter ii . verses 1 to 16 , in his nsual impressive manner , his tine voice being well heard in the Temple . The Master and Wardens then proceeded to the work of
consecration , after which the Lodge was solemnly dedicated . An anthem followed . Lodge having been resumed in the second degree , Bro . H . Massey P . M . 619 was installed W . M . amid the heart y good wishes and congratulations of all present . The following Officers were then appointed and invested , namely : —Bros , H . F ,
Bnssey S W ., J . Minstrell J . W ., Molntyre S . D ., W . A . Burn J . D ., W . Duckworth Treas ., 0 . Basil Wood Sec , R . G . Alberry I . G ., R . Redmond and J . C . Duckworth Stewards , the Rev . R . J . Griffith , M . A ., D . D ., P . M . Chap ., who has to be congratulated on his accession to office , and Bro . Goldsmith D . C . The Lodge has commenced with seven
founders and twelve brethren , and has already fourteen names down for ballot as joining members , in addition to several initiates , The protracted labours in the Temple having been ended , an adjournment was made to the Horns Assembly Tavern , Kennington , where Bro . J . B . King had in readiness a most richerchi repast , which was justly appreciated and commended . On the removal of the cloth
the W . M . in appropriate terms proposed the Queen and the Craft , which was pledged right loyally , and followed by the National Anthem . The W . M . then proposed the health of the M . W . Grand Master His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales . Hobbs ' s Ode , " Hail to thee , Albert , " was rendered bvBros . Ashton , Carter , Lawler , and Seymour Smith , with excellent effect . The W . M . next gave the toast of the M . W .
Pro Grand Master the Earl of Carnarvon , the Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master the Earl of Lathom , and the other Grand Officers past and present . He remarked that at no time in the history of Freemasonry had there been associated with Grand Lodge more efficient and painstaking brethren than at the present moment . Everything connected with the Order received immediate and careful
attention on their part . The Grand Master devoted a considerable portion of bis valuable time to the interests of the Craft . The prestige and dignity of the Order was maintained , and at no time had its princip les been more popular and better understood than at that moment . After further eloquent remarks , the Worshipful Master observed that there were present as their guests several Officers of
Grand Lodge who be could vonch for took a lively interest in the consecration of the Gallery Lodge , and who expedited the details so that the Lodge should be constituted as speedily as possible . As the brethren were so much indebted to the Officers of Grand Lodge in reference to what had passed , and for being among them on that occasion , he felt assured they would with all fealty drink to their
health in a bumper . The R . W . Prov . G . M . for Middlesex Bro . Col . Sir F . Burdett , in a felicitous speech , acknowledged the compliment , and re ferred to the arduous labours devolving on the Grand Officers more or less daily . He regretted tho absence from among them that evening of the able and respected Chairman of the Board of General Purposes . He had no doubt the Gallery Lodge would in a
short period make its mark , judging from what he had seen dnring that afternoon . They had as Worshipful Master a gentleman respected by all who knew him , and , moreover , one who fully understood and appreciated Freemasonry . Under his watchful care and guidance , and with the co-operation of his efficient Officers , the Lndce conld not fail to be prosperous . He congratulated the members
of the Press on having a Lodge exclusively their own . No man re . spected them more than did he—a respect shared , moreover , by all pnblic men , who were under deep obligations to them for the publicity of their speeches . Although speakers took immense pains in preparing their speeches , and also in their delivery , ' when they read them the following morning in the newspapers they were
often surprised to notice the improvements introduced and the emendations m'ide . He thanked them for the cordial manner in which they had received his remarks . The W . M . observed that the next toast was one whioh commended itself to them all , being the health of Col . Sbadwell H . Gierke , their Grand Secretary , who had been the
consecrating Master that afternoon . That brother had at great inconvenience attended personally , having to put off a most important engagement in order to do so . Bro . Gierke had also rendered them important services in obtaining the Charter for their Lodge . When spoken to in reference to the matter , be at once warmly esponsed it , nnd rendered all assistance and exercised all his influence iu the
matter . There had been no " hitch " throughout . In addition , the Master of the Ceremonies , Bro . F . Richardson , had been of great service to them , and at the consecration , as they were all awaie , he had been assiduons in rendering his able services . The toast was pledged most cordial ' . y . Bro . Col . S . Gierke acknowledged the compliment in an eloquent , speech , and assured the brethren that the
Officers of Grand Lodge , those present more particularly , would visit the Lodge inasmuch as they had been made honorary members . He had no doubt that the Lodge would be a prosperous one , and one that would take a prominent place in Freemasonry . As there were 350 Lodges in London , the M . W . Grand Master would not grant a warrant for a now one unless good cause could be shown
that snch a warrant was absolutely needed . As regarded the Gallery Lodge , however , he afc once saw there was a necessity , and consented to its consecration . He ( the speaker ) congratulated the Lodge on having such a respected W . M ., who was so much esteemed throughout the Craft . He had filled the responsible position before , and that most efficiently , so that they had a guarantee that he wonld do so once again . He was fully satisfied that at the end of his term of
office , the Gallery Lodge wonld be fully established . After some further remarks in reference to Bro . Masney , which elicited a hearty response , Bro . Gierke proposed his health . The W . M . in a modest speech responded , and observed that he repudiated the idea that it had been owing to his instrumentality that the Gallery Lodge had been formed . The simple facts were , that some time since a member of the Press in the Gallery of the House of _ Commons , who is not a Freemason , mooted the subject , whioh he
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Consecration Of The Gallery Lodge, No. 1928.
CONSECRATION OF THE GALLERY LODGE , No . 1928 .
INVARIABLY an interest is manifested when a Lodge , either in or out of the Metropolis , is consecrated . Thero aro some associations connected therewith which cause this interest , both among those who intend being its members , and those who take part in the solemn and impressive ceremony , and desire the success of
Freemasonry . Among other characteristic features of several Lodges which have been consecrated during recent years the fact has been noticed that the majority of the brethren are members of some par . ticnlar profession . Thus , the Asaph Lodge , No . 1319 , consecrated in 1870 , is devoted to rrembers of the theatrical profession , while the Sphinx Lodge , No . 1329 , which was consecrated at Camberwell
in the same year , is composed chiefly of literary brethren . Then follow the Orpheus Lodge ( No . 1706 ) , which was consecrated in 1877 , and the Eurydice Lodge ( No . 1920 ) , of the present year , both of which are composed chiefly of members of the mnsical profession ; and there is , also the Evening Star Lodge , No . 1719 , for gentlemen connected with gas engineering and gas companies . These—if we
may so term them— " Class Lodges" are in a prosperous condition , and are adding rapidly " strength to strength , " and member to member . It is not to be wondered at , then , that the members of the Press in the Galleries of the Honses of Lords and Commons , who are very far from being numerically weak , should be anxious to possess a Lodge specially devoted to themselves . That consummation has now
been arrived at , inasmuch as on Saturday last the Lodge the name of which heads this report was consecrated at Brixton Hall , Acre Lane , Brixton , nnder nnusnally auspicious circumstances . That so many literary gentlemen , including members of the Press , happen to reside in South London is a remarkable coincidence . Brixton Hall , which has recently been erected , has been designed for
public meetings , and Masonic Lodges . The architect , however , owing to some unaccountable oversight , has rendered tbe building anything but adapted to the purposes for which ostensibly it is intended—so far at least as concerns the Masonio Order , for whose comfort and accommodation scant room has been afforded . Thus , for instance , there is no provision made for dining , so that after the labours of
tbe day an adjournment for refreshment musfc be made elsewhere . This is a decided inconvenience , as was experienced on Saturday . With so much room , and to spare , we wonder that some portion of the Hall bad not been utilised for the purpose of providing the necessary refreshments on tbe premises . At the Masonio Hall , Camberwell New Road , everv provision has been made from a crili .
nary point of view , and every Lodge has a cellar devoted to its use exclusively . This , we apprehend , conld also have been done at Brixton had forethought been exercised . The omission is to be deplored . Passing , however , from these introductory remarks , we come to the immediate labours associated with the Consecration of the Gallery Lodge , by Wor . Brother Colonel
Sbudwell H . Gierke Grand Secretary of England , who was well and ably assisted by Rev . Ambrose W . Ha ' l , M . A ... P . M . Grand Chaplain of England , and Bro . the Rev . Dr . J . E . Cox P . G . Chap , of England , as Consecrating Chaplains , W . Bro . Captain N . G . Philips Past Grand Deacon of England aa S . W ., Hush David Sandeman Past District Grand Master of Bengal as J . W ., Frank Richardson P . M . P . G . D . of
England Director of Ceremonies . The musical arrangements were under * tbe direction of Bro . F . H . Cozens , who was assisted bv Bros . Asbton , Carter , Lawler , and Seymoar Smith . Throughout the afternoon their performances were appreciated . Among the brethren present we noticed Bros . R . W . General Brownrigg , C . B , Prov . G . M . Surrey , Col . Sir F . Bnrdett , Bart ., Prov . Grand Master M ddlesex , J .
Allen West Kent 1297 P . M ., G . S . Dnnkley Royal Hanover 1777 Grand Organist of Middlesex , J . J . Brinton Sphinx 1329 I . G ., R . H . Goddard P . M ., H . Lovegrove Roval Hanover 1777 P . M ., J . Wilson Phoenix 173 P . M ., R . W . Giddv D . G . M . Griqnaland . Africa , T . Vine Vitruvian 87 P . G . D ., J . Finn 257 P . M ., Lient .-Col . J . Creaton G . Tr .. J . Parck P . G . D ., N . G . Griffiths P . G . D . Friends in Council 1383 ,
F . Richardson Tuscan 14 P . G . D ., Tebhitt Alliance 1827 W . M ., W . K . Frith Duke of Cornwall 1339 W . M ., E . C . Massev West Kent 1297 P . M ., R . R . Davis 256 P . M ., and H . G . Buss Assistant G . Sec . of England . The brethren having assembled in the ante-room , walked in procession to tbe Lodge-room , in which the presiding Officer took the chair , who , after the Lodge had been opened
in the three degrees , addressed the brethren on the motive of the meeting , and the Grand Chaplain then offered praver . After some other formalities had been gone through , the D . C . Bro . F . Richardson addressed the Presiding Officer , who having made a roost suitable reply , put the usual question to the brethren of the Lodge , and read the petition , and warrant from the
M . W . the G . Master of England . Bro . Cox then delivered nneloqnant oration , in the course of which he remarked that it afforded him great pleasure to take part in tbe solemn ceremonies of that afternoon . He had for a long series of years been connected with the Press , and the gentlemen associated with the Galleries of both Houses of Parliament . During that period he had frequently to rely on
them for information , which had to reach his hands at a particular moment , and he embraced that opportunity of thanking the representatives of tbe Press for tbe punctuality and ability they exhibited on all occasions . No class of hard-working men possessed the confidence of those who engaged them more than did the members of what was termed " the fourth estate . " It was not bin intention to dwell on Masonic snb .
jects , for the reason th » t all the brethren he a-lflressed were as conversant with them as himself . But . it afforded him infinite pleasure to know that their M . W . G . M . H . R . H . the Prince of Wales had readily granted them a warrant , on the ground that the petitioners had made out a good canse for a dispensation to be accorded . As he ( the P . G . Chaplain ) felt indisposed , he would not add any further remarks , beyond saying that he wished the Lodge every prosperity . He hoped that the smiles of the Great Architect of the Universe would ever
Consecration Of The Gallery Lodge, No. 1928.
rest npon it , and that what had been commenced that day would be carried on with undiminished interest , ability , brotherly love , relief , and truth . The 133 rd Psalm as an anth * m was then snug , and the Grand Chaplain of England read 2 Chron . chapter ii . verses 1 to 16 , in his nsual impressive manner , his tine voice being well heard in the Temple . The Master and Wardens then proceeded to the work of
consecration , after which the Lodge was solemnly dedicated . An anthem followed . Lodge having been resumed in the second degree , Bro . H . Massey P . M . 619 was installed W . M . amid the heart y good wishes and congratulations of all present . The following Officers were then appointed and invested , namely : —Bros , H . F ,
Bnssey S W ., J . Minstrell J . W ., Molntyre S . D ., W . A . Burn J . D ., W . Duckworth Treas ., 0 . Basil Wood Sec , R . G . Alberry I . G ., R . Redmond and J . C . Duckworth Stewards , the Rev . R . J . Griffith , M . A ., D . D ., P . M . Chap ., who has to be congratulated on his accession to office , and Bro . Goldsmith D . C . The Lodge has commenced with seven
founders and twelve brethren , and has already fourteen names down for ballot as joining members , in addition to several initiates , The protracted labours in the Temple having been ended , an adjournment was made to the Horns Assembly Tavern , Kennington , where Bro . J . B . King had in readiness a most richerchi repast , which was justly appreciated and commended . On the removal of the cloth
the W . M . in appropriate terms proposed the Queen and the Craft , which was pledged right loyally , and followed by the National Anthem . The W . M . then proposed the health of the M . W . Grand Master His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales . Hobbs ' s Ode , " Hail to thee , Albert , " was rendered bvBros . Ashton , Carter , Lawler , and Seymour Smith , with excellent effect . The W . M . next gave the toast of the M . W .
Pro Grand Master the Earl of Carnarvon , the Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master the Earl of Lathom , and the other Grand Officers past and present . He remarked that at no time in the history of Freemasonry had there been associated with Grand Lodge more efficient and painstaking brethren than at the present moment . Everything connected with the Order received immediate and careful
attention on their part . The Grand Master devoted a considerable portion of bis valuable time to the interests of the Craft . The prestige and dignity of the Order was maintained , and at no time had its princip les been more popular and better understood than at that moment . After further eloquent remarks , the Worshipful Master observed that there were present as their guests several Officers of
Grand Lodge who be could vonch for took a lively interest in the consecration of the Gallery Lodge , and who expedited the details so that the Lodge should be constituted as speedily as possible . As the brethren were so much indebted to the Officers of Grand Lodge in reference to what had passed , and for being among them on that occasion , he felt assured they would with all fealty drink to their
health in a bumper . The R . W . Prov . G . M . for Middlesex Bro . Col . Sir F . Burdett , in a felicitous speech , acknowledged the compliment , and re ferred to the arduous labours devolving on the Grand Officers more or less daily . He regretted tho absence from among them that evening of the able and respected Chairman of the Board of General Purposes . He had no doubt the Gallery Lodge would in a
short period make its mark , judging from what he had seen dnring that afternoon . They had as Worshipful Master a gentleman respected by all who knew him , and , moreover , one who fully understood and appreciated Freemasonry . Under his watchful care and guidance , and with the co-operation of his efficient Officers , the Lndce conld not fail to be prosperous . He congratulated the members
of the Press on having a Lodge exclusively their own . No man re . spected them more than did he—a respect shared , moreover , by all pnblic men , who were under deep obligations to them for the publicity of their speeches . Although speakers took immense pains in preparing their speeches , and also in their delivery , ' when they read them the following morning in the newspapers they were
often surprised to notice the improvements introduced and the emendations m'ide . He thanked them for the cordial manner in which they had received his remarks . The W . M . observed that the next toast was one whioh commended itself to them all , being the health of Col . Sbadwell H . Gierke , their Grand Secretary , who had been the
consecrating Master that afternoon . That brother had at great inconvenience attended personally , having to put off a most important engagement in order to do so . Bro . Gierke had also rendered them important services in obtaining the Charter for their Lodge . When spoken to in reference to the matter , be at once warmly esponsed it , nnd rendered all assistance and exercised all his influence iu the
matter . There had been no " hitch " throughout . In addition , the Master of the Ceremonies , Bro . F . Richardson , had been of great service to them , and at the consecration , as they were all awaie , he had been assiduons in rendering his able services . The toast was pledged most cordial ' . y . Bro . Col . S . Gierke acknowledged the compliment in an eloquent , speech , and assured the brethren that the
Officers of Grand Lodge , those present more particularly , would visit the Lodge inasmuch as they had been made honorary members . He had no doubt that the Lodge would be a prosperous one , and one that would take a prominent place in Freemasonry . As there were 350 Lodges in London , the M . W . Grand Master would not grant a warrant for a now one unless good cause could be shown
that snch a warrant was absolutely needed . As regarded the Gallery Lodge , however , he afc once saw there was a necessity , and consented to its consecration . He ( the speaker ) congratulated the Lodge on having such a respected W . M ., who was so much esteemed throughout the Craft . He had filled the responsible position before , and that most efficiently , so that they had a guarantee that he wonld do so once again . He was fully satisfied that at the end of his term of
office , the Gallery Lodge wonld be fully established . After some further remarks in reference to Bro . Masney , which elicited a hearty response , Bro . Gierke proposed his health . The W . M . in a modest speech responded , and observed that he repudiated the idea that it had been owing to his instrumentality that the Gallery Lodge had been formed . The simple facts were , that some time since a member of the Press in the Gallery of the House of _ Commons , who is not a Freemason , mooted the subject , whioh he