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Faith Chapter , No . 141 . —This ably conducted Chapter met at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet-street , E . G ., on Wednesday , the 17 th inst . There were present Comps . C . F . Hogard M . E . Z ., J . Constable H ., W . E . Gompertz J ., Martin Bamberger Hon . Treas ., James Pinder S . E ., E . Z . Bloomfield S . N ., Hollands P . S ., J . D . Barnett 1 st Asst , D . Posener 2 nd Asst ., Jas . Terry P . Z ., T . Mortlock P . Z .,
E . Gottheil P . Z ., and a considerable number of lay members . The visitors were Comps . F . C . Pelton 1185 , Thos . Gibson 243 Gib . raltar , E . H . Allen 933 . Bros . Kirby , H . M . Walker , E . R . Wymer , and J . Endicott having been favourably ballotted for , wero introduced and duly exalted into the Order . The ceremony being most ex . cellently performed by all the Officers , who did their allotted work
with equal readiness and intelligence , under the able guidance of their chief . The election of Officers for the coming year resulted as follows : —J . Constable Z ., W . E . Gompertz H ., Jas . Pinder J ., M . Bamberger Treas ., E . Z . Bloomfield S . N . The P . S . having expressed a desire to be allowed to remain in his present office for another year , was re-elected , and J . D . Barnett the 1 st Asst . was
elected S . N . The auditors were then appointed , the Chapter closed , and the Companions repaired to partake of an ample and sufficiently well-prepared banquet , after which the proceedings were of the usual character , with the exception that the honr being late , and many having to travel considerable distances to reach their respec . tive homes , the M . E . Z . resolved to be as brief as possible in his
remarks . Ho commenced by saying he would propose as the first toast a very comprehensive one , namely " Loyalty to the Throne and devotion to the best interests of the Craft . " Comp . Mortlock then proposed the health of Comp . Hogard M . E . Z ., whom he described as one who has ever proved himself a credit to the Chapter , and moreover an exceedingly good worker . Ho would say let them drink to
the wish of long life and prosperity to the M . E . Z . Comp . Hogard thanked the assembly for their kindness , ho had done his best to do tho duties appertaining to his office , and they might be sure of the gratificatiom it afforded him to meet with their approbation . He would now submit the names of tho four exaltees . The Chapter has only existed for a short period of years , but is becoming importanfc in point of numbers . He assured the new comers they
would find harmony and unity prevail . Ho trusted they would follow in his footsteps and eventually arrive at the exalted position be was proud to occupy . For the Visitors Bro . Pelton responded . A few words were said by Comp . T . Mortlock for the P . Z . ' s , who he thought had done good suit and service in tho interests of tho Chapter . The M . E . Z . then proposed the health of the Z . elect , who had worked in the minor offices ever since the foundation of
the Chapter , and there was no doubt that under his rule its reputation and influence will be greatly increased . In responding , the Z . elect expressed his pleasure at the thorough heartiness of the response whenever his name was mentioned , he trusted when the time arrived for him to vacate the first chair , his conduct wonld have been such as to entitle him to be held in the same respect
as that which had hitherto been accorded him . The health of the H . elect was then proposed , and the services rendered by him as S . E ., ever since the establishment of the Chapter , duly acknowledged , to which Comp . Gompertz shortly replied , promising to exert his abilities in supporting the dignity and promoting the prosperity of the Chapter . Tho Treasurer said , in reply to the toast of
the Officers , that they might rest satisfied he would spend no more money than was justified by their financial condition , ancl Comp . Bloomfield being called upon for a few words , said he thought Comp . Bamberger would have responded for the whole of the Officers , but being suddenly called upon he had no time to concoct a suitable speech , and therefore found himself entirely at a loss ; he would , how .
ever , on behalf of himself and the rest of the officers thank tho M . E . Z . and the Companions for their kindness and good feeling . The Officers he was sure were ever ready to promote the welfare of the Chapter . Comps . Henley , Mortlock , J . D . Barnett , and Constable delighted the company with somo well chosen songs and ditties . In the midst of this conviviality the sentiment of benevolence was not forgotten .
Lodge Of Sincerity , No . 174 . —The members of this Lodgo met on Wednesday , at the Guildhall Hotel , Gresham-street . Bros . George James Hilliard W . M ., Appleby S . W ., Seddon J . W ., J . Newton P . M ., Sec , S . H . Eawley P . M . Treas ., Dunstan S . D ., Webb J . D ., Jones I . G ., Miller W . S ., F . Brown D . C , Verry Tyler . After the Lodge bad been formally opened , and the minutes confirmed , the
ballot was taken for Mr . J . Bottram ; it was satisfactory , ancl that gentleman received the benefit of the first degree . There were two candidates for the third degree , Bros . Westhorp and Milburne , ancl these brethren were separately introduced , and in due course raised to the sublime degree of M . M . The case of a distressed brother of the Lodge was then brought forward , and twenty guineas was voted
from the funds in his behalf . A second case of distress was then considered , and to this an amount of five guineas was ordered to be paid . The case of the widow of a member who had lost his life by drowning was then brought forward , ancl hero the benevolent feelitiy of the Lodge was evoked successfully , an amount of two guineas being voted from the funds . The Lodge was then closed , and the
brethren repaired to the banquet . In giving the health of Her Majesty the Queen and the Craffc , the W . M . said but few remarks from him were required ; this toast was always well received , and the present , occasion would not bo an excey ^ tion to tho rule . In speaking to thehealth of the M . W . G . M ., Bro . Hilliard remarked that no eulogy of his conld enhance the esteem in which the Prince ol
Wales was held . We know him to bo a good Mason , one who thoroughly studies the best interests of the Craft . Bro . E . P . Albert P . G . P . replied for the next toast . He rose with pleasure and defer , ence on the occasion ; pleasure at being called upon to respond for the esteemed noblemen who were at the head of our Order , and with deference for the other Grand Officers whose good qualities had been 60 ably expatiated upon by the W . M , The Grand Officers were ever
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ready to advance the best interests of Freemasonry , and he was sure the Craft at large would endorse the opinion expressed by the brethren present , an opinion which they had given with such unani . mity of feeling . Bro . E . J . Moore gave tho health of the W . M ., who , in reply , said he felt deeply indebted to all present for the way in which the toast had been received . It would always be his study to
maintain for tho Lodge the high position it had so long sustained . Bro . Hilliard next gave the health of their Initiate , Bro . Bottram ; all were pleased that he had presented himself , and he ( the W . M . ) felt assured'he would eventually bo a credit to the Sincerity Lodge . After a reply had been given to this toast , the W . M . proposed the health of tho Visitors ; he enumerated them , and expressed the plea .
sure the brethren of the Sincerity Lodge felt at having so many present . Bros . Berry , Crouch , Morgan , and others briefly replied , and the next toast—the Past Masters—received ample recognition . Bro . S . H . Eawley replied . He referred to the establishment of the Fund of Benevolence in connection with the Lodge ; through this a considerable amount of good had been done that evening . He
trusted this would eventually redound to the advantage of the memhers , who wero not anxious to unduly increase their number . It was the wish of all to have men amongst them who did not join with ulterior motives of private advancement , but had the general welfare of the whole community at heart . With the Masonic Charities was coupled the name of Bro . Perceval , who impressed on the brethren
how mnch tho Charities needed our consideration . Ho thanked tho brethren for the support he had received while actingas Steward ; ho had been enabled to take up 125 guineas for the Boys' School in Juno last ; ho had taken a Stewardship for the Old People at their next Festival , but tho amount he should take up would rest entirely with the members . Of this , however , he was assured ; he should
have their support . Bro . Lacey P . M . followed : On Saturday last , owing to the kind help he had received , ho was very successful 5 he was not only able to secure the election of the candidate in whose case he was most directly interested , bnt ho was able to render such assistance to two other applicants as ensured their admission into the School . He then referred to what was being done with a view to
amalgamate and properly utilise the voting power of the London brethren ; he forcibly pointed out the advantages to be derived from combination . Ho impressed upon all present how desirable it was that they should thoroughly look into this question for themselves , and concluded by commending the Institutions , which were in every way worthy of tho support of the Craft . Bro . P . M . Newton followed in
tho same strain . He had unreservedly placed what votes he could command afc the disposal of Bro . Lacey , and was confident they had been used to the best advantage . With regard to what had been said as to combination , let them at once prove what they could do ; they had the strength , let them show they had the will to use it . After the Officers had been duly recognised , the W . M . summoned the Tyler , and the meeting was brought to a close . During the evening , Bros .
Brown , Fraser , and Verry helped to amuse the company . Bro . Keeblo recited tho Charge of the Light Brigade , but , to our mind , a little more vigour is required for this than he displayed . Amongst the Visitors wo noticed Bros . E . P . Albert P . G . P ., J . R . Furness 424 , J . J . Berry 554 , G . P . Greneld 781 , C K . Crouch 1297 , W . W . Morgan 1385 , G . T . Dix 1421 , W . Brown 1598 , VV . D . Hodges 1607 , F . Carr 1607 , & c .
Tranquillity Lodge , No . 185 . —Met for the first time this season , on Monday , the 15 th inst ., at the new home of the Lodge , the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , E . G ., Bro . John Peartree W . M . presiding . There wore also present Bros . David Posener S . W ., Geo . Pare J . W ., John Constable P . M . Treasurer , P . Levy Hon . Sec , W . D . Bayley S . D ., F . Croaker J . D ., J . B . Barber I . G ., George Bilby
P . M . Hon . Org ., T . Bush Steward , Potter Tyler ; J . D . Barnett I . P . M . Past Masters John Eoss , M . Harris , S . Solomon , N . Moss , E . Z . Bloomfield , S . Moss , E . Harfeldt , E . Gottheil , and a very numerous attendance of brethren . The visitors were Bros . Joseph Pigotfc W . M . 753 , B . Peartree , Rob . Abbott 917 , A . W . Ayling P . M . 1096 P . G . O ., John Smith 1257 , Rob . Clark 1613 , W . S . Whitaker W . M .
1572 , F . King 1156 , B . Howard 896 . Parfc of the business of the meeting consisted in passing Bros . Harris and Barnett to the second degree , and initiating Mr . Watson Smith into tho mysteries of the ancient order , both ceremonies being performed by the W . M . in a manner which can scarcely fail to leave a lasting impression upon tho several candidates . Previous to the adjournment for
refreshmenfc , Bro . E . Gottheil P . M . rose and said , He desired the Lodge to pass a resolution which would not only reflect honour upon itself , but afc tho same time render just acknowledgment and appreciation of services to a brother who had succeeded in winning the fraternal regard of every member of this Locige , ancl indeed of members of the Craffc all over the country . He thought that the exertions and
perseverance of Bro . John Constable in the cause of Masonic charity , and the marvellous success which attended his energetic efforts , were worthy somo record in the Books of the Locige , so that any future historian of tbe Tranquillity Lodge ( Bro . Constable having written the existing one ) might find one point , at all events , of interest and importance for his projected volume . Most of the brethren are
aware—but some may be here who do not possess the knowledge—of that brother ' s activity in his Stewardships , he would read to them the results of the three in which Bro . Constable had engaged . The list for the Benevolent . Institution in 1874 amounted to £ 349 , the Girls ' School in 1 S 75 to £ 120 , ancl the Boys' in 1877 no less a sum than £ 1 , 231 . Now , ho wonld venture to assert that , afc no time , has snch an amount been brought up by any single individual , nofc even by a Provincial
Steward , who had a whole county to canvass . The three committees having already conferred duo acknowledgment on Bro . Constable , he thought it would only be an act of justice towards a brother of whom the Lodgo had every reason to be proud to have a memorandum of his services on the books . He would therefore move that a vote of hearty thanks be recorded on the minute book of this Lodge to Bro . John Constable P . M . for the great and eminent services he had rendered to the cause of Masonic charity , Bro , Geo . Bilby P . M
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Faith Chapter , No . 141 . —This ably conducted Chapter met at Anderton's Hotel , Fleet-street , E . G ., on Wednesday , the 17 th inst . There were present Comps . C . F . Hogard M . E . Z ., J . Constable H ., W . E . Gompertz J ., Martin Bamberger Hon . Treas ., James Pinder S . E ., E . Z . Bloomfield S . N ., Hollands P . S ., J . D . Barnett 1 st Asst , D . Posener 2 nd Asst ., Jas . Terry P . Z ., T . Mortlock P . Z .,
E . Gottheil P . Z ., and a considerable number of lay members . The visitors were Comps . F . C . Pelton 1185 , Thos . Gibson 243 Gib . raltar , E . H . Allen 933 . Bros . Kirby , H . M . Walker , E . R . Wymer , and J . Endicott having been favourably ballotted for , wero introduced and duly exalted into the Order . The ceremony being most ex . cellently performed by all the Officers , who did their allotted work
with equal readiness and intelligence , under the able guidance of their chief . The election of Officers for the coming year resulted as follows : —J . Constable Z ., W . E . Gompertz H ., Jas . Pinder J ., M . Bamberger Treas ., E . Z . Bloomfield S . N . The P . S . having expressed a desire to be allowed to remain in his present office for another year , was re-elected , and J . D . Barnett the 1 st Asst . was
elected S . N . The auditors were then appointed , the Chapter closed , and the Companions repaired to partake of an ample and sufficiently well-prepared banquet , after which the proceedings were of the usual character , with the exception that the honr being late , and many having to travel considerable distances to reach their respec . tive homes , the M . E . Z . resolved to be as brief as possible in his
remarks . Ho commenced by saying he would propose as the first toast a very comprehensive one , namely " Loyalty to the Throne and devotion to the best interests of the Craft . " Comp . Mortlock then proposed the health of Comp . Hogard M . E . Z ., whom he described as one who has ever proved himself a credit to the Chapter , and moreover an exceedingly good worker . Ho would say let them drink to
the wish of long life and prosperity to the M . E . Z . Comp . Hogard thanked the assembly for their kindness , ho had done his best to do tho duties appertaining to his office , and they might be sure of the gratificatiom it afforded him to meet with their approbation . He would now submit the names of tho four exaltees . The Chapter has only existed for a short period of years , but is becoming importanfc in point of numbers . He assured the new comers they
would find harmony and unity prevail . Ho trusted they would follow in his footsteps and eventually arrive at the exalted position be was proud to occupy . For the Visitors Bro . Pelton responded . A few words were said by Comp . T . Mortlock for the P . Z . ' s , who he thought had done good suit and service in tho interests of tho Chapter . The M . E . Z . then proposed the health of the Z . elect , who had worked in the minor offices ever since the foundation of
the Chapter , and there was no doubt that under his rule its reputation and influence will be greatly increased . In responding , the Z . elect expressed his pleasure at the thorough heartiness of the response whenever his name was mentioned , he trusted when the time arrived for him to vacate the first chair , his conduct wonld have been such as to entitle him to be held in the same respect
as that which had hitherto been accorded him . The health of the H . elect was then proposed , and the services rendered by him as S . E ., ever since the establishment of the Chapter , duly acknowledged , to which Comp . Gompertz shortly replied , promising to exert his abilities in supporting the dignity and promoting the prosperity of the Chapter . Tho Treasurer said , in reply to the toast of
the Officers , that they might rest satisfied he would spend no more money than was justified by their financial condition , ancl Comp . Bloomfield being called upon for a few words , said he thought Comp . Bamberger would have responded for the whole of the Officers , but being suddenly called upon he had no time to concoct a suitable speech , and therefore found himself entirely at a loss ; he would , how .
ever , on behalf of himself and the rest of the officers thank tho M . E . Z . and the Companions for their kindness and good feeling . The Officers he was sure were ever ready to promote the welfare of the Chapter . Comps . Henley , Mortlock , J . D . Barnett , and Constable delighted the company with somo well chosen songs and ditties . In the midst of this conviviality the sentiment of benevolence was not forgotten .
Lodge Of Sincerity , No . 174 . —The members of this Lodgo met on Wednesday , at the Guildhall Hotel , Gresham-street . Bros . George James Hilliard W . M ., Appleby S . W ., Seddon J . W ., J . Newton P . M ., Sec , S . H . Eawley P . M . Treas ., Dunstan S . D ., Webb J . D ., Jones I . G ., Miller W . S ., F . Brown D . C , Verry Tyler . After the Lodge bad been formally opened , and the minutes confirmed , the
ballot was taken for Mr . J . Bottram ; it was satisfactory , ancl that gentleman received the benefit of the first degree . There were two candidates for the third degree , Bros . Westhorp and Milburne , ancl these brethren were separately introduced , and in due course raised to the sublime degree of M . M . The case of a distressed brother of the Lodge was then brought forward , and twenty guineas was voted
from the funds in his behalf . A second case of distress was then considered , and to this an amount of five guineas was ordered to be paid . The case of the widow of a member who had lost his life by drowning was then brought forward , ancl hero the benevolent feelitiy of the Lodge was evoked successfully , an amount of two guineas being voted from the funds . The Lodge was then closed , and the
brethren repaired to the banquet . In giving the health of Her Majesty the Queen and the Craffc , the W . M . said but few remarks from him were required ; this toast was always well received , and the present , occasion would not bo an excey ^ tion to tho rule . In speaking to thehealth of the M . W . G . M ., Bro . Hilliard remarked that no eulogy of his conld enhance the esteem in which the Prince ol
Wales was held . We know him to bo a good Mason , one who thoroughly studies the best interests of the Craft . Bro . E . P . Albert P . G . P . replied for the next toast . He rose with pleasure and defer , ence on the occasion ; pleasure at being called upon to respond for the esteemed noblemen who were at the head of our Order , and with deference for the other Grand Officers whose good qualities had been 60 ably expatiated upon by the W . M , The Grand Officers were ever
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ready to advance the best interests of Freemasonry , and he was sure the Craft at large would endorse the opinion expressed by the brethren present , an opinion which they had given with such unani . mity of feeling . Bro . E . J . Moore gave tho health of the W . M ., who , in reply , said he felt deeply indebted to all present for the way in which the toast had been received . It would always be his study to
maintain for tho Lodge the high position it had so long sustained . Bro . Hilliard next gave the health of their Initiate , Bro . Bottram ; all were pleased that he had presented himself , and he ( the W . M . ) felt assured'he would eventually bo a credit to the Sincerity Lodge . After a reply had been given to this toast , the W . M . proposed the health of tho Visitors ; he enumerated them , and expressed the plea .
sure the brethren of the Sincerity Lodge felt at having so many present . Bros . Berry , Crouch , Morgan , and others briefly replied , and the next toast—the Past Masters—received ample recognition . Bro . S . H . Eawley replied . He referred to the establishment of the Fund of Benevolence in connection with the Lodge ; through this a considerable amount of good had been done that evening . He
trusted this would eventually redound to the advantage of the memhers , who wero not anxious to unduly increase their number . It was the wish of all to have men amongst them who did not join with ulterior motives of private advancement , but had the general welfare of the whole community at heart . With the Masonic Charities was coupled the name of Bro . Perceval , who impressed on the brethren
how mnch tho Charities needed our consideration . Ho thanked tho brethren for the support he had received while actingas Steward ; ho had been enabled to take up 125 guineas for the Boys' School in Juno last ; ho had taken a Stewardship for the Old People at their next Festival , but tho amount he should take up would rest entirely with the members . Of this , however , he was assured ; he should
have their support . Bro . Lacey P . M . followed : On Saturday last , owing to the kind help he had received , ho was very successful 5 he was not only able to secure the election of the candidate in whose case he was most directly interested , bnt ho was able to render such assistance to two other applicants as ensured their admission into the School . He then referred to what was being done with a view to
amalgamate and properly utilise the voting power of the London brethren ; he forcibly pointed out the advantages to be derived from combination . Ho impressed upon all present how desirable it was that they should thoroughly look into this question for themselves , and concluded by commending the Institutions , which were in every way worthy of tho support of the Craft . Bro . P . M . Newton followed in
tho same strain . He had unreservedly placed what votes he could command afc the disposal of Bro . Lacey , and was confident they had been used to the best advantage . With regard to what had been said as to combination , let them at once prove what they could do ; they had the strength , let them show they had the will to use it . After the Officers had been duly recognised , the W . M . summoned the Tyler , and the meeting was brought to a close . During the evening , Bros .
Brown , Fraser , and Verry helped to amuse the company . Bro . Keeblo recited tho Charge of the Light Brigade , but , to our mind , a little more vigour is required for this than he displayed . Amongst the Visitors wo noticed Bros . E . P . Albert P . G . P ., J . R . Furness 424 , J . J . Berry 554 , G . P . Greneld 781 , C K . Crouch 1297 , W . W . Morgan 1385 , G . T . Dix 1421 , W . Brown 1598 , VV . D . Hodges 1607 , F . Carr 1607 , & c .
Tranquillity Lodge , No . 185 . —Met for the first time this season , on Monday , the 15 th inst ., at the new home of the Lodge , the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , E . G ., Bro . John Peartree W . M . presiding . There wore also present Bros . David Posener S . W ., Geo . Pare J . W ., John Constable P . M . Treasurer , P . Levy Hon . Sec , W . D . Bayley S . D ., F . Croaker J . D ., J . B . Barber I . G ., George Bilby
P . M . Hon . Org ., T . Bush Steward , Potter Tyler ; J . D . Barnett I . P . M . Past Masters John Eoss , M . Harris , S . Solomon , N . Moss , E . Z . Bloomfield , S . Moss , E . Harfeldt , E . Gottheil , and a very numerous attendance of brethren . The visitors were Bros . Joseph Pigotfc W . M . 753 , B . Peartree , Rob . Abbott 917 , A . W . Ayling P . M . 1096 P . G . O ., John Smith 1257 , Rob . Clark 1613 , W . S . Whitaker W . M .
1572 , F . King 1156 , B . Howard 896 . Parfc of the business of the meeting consisted in passing Bros . Harris and Barnett to the second degree , and initiating Mr . Watson Smith into tho mysteries of the ancient order , both ceremonies being performed by the W . M . in a manner which can scarcely fail to leave a lasting impression upon tho several candidates . Previous to the adjournment for
refreshmenfc , Bro . E . Gottheil P . M . rose and said , He desired the Lodge to pass a resolution which would not only reflect honour upon itself , but afc tho same time render just acknowledgment and appreciation of services to a brother who had succeeded in winning the fraternal regard of every member of this Locige , ancl indeed of members of the Craffc all over the country . He thought that the exertions and
perseverance of Bro . John Constable in the cause of Masonic charity , and the marvellous success which attended his energetic efforts , were worthy somo record in the Books of the Locige , so that any future historian of tbe Tranquillity Lodge ( Bro . Constable having written the existing one ) might find one point , at all events , of interest and importance for his projected volume . Most of the brethren are
aware—but some may be here who do not possess the knowledge—of that brother ' s activity in his Stewardships , he would read to them the results of the three in which Bro . Constable had engaged . The list for the Benevolent . Institution in 1874 amounted to £ 349 , the Girls ' School in 1 S 75 to £ 120 , ancl the Boys' in 1877 no less a sum than £ 1 , 231 . Now , ho wonld venture to assert that , afc no time , has snch an amount been brought up by any single individual , nofc even by a Provincial
Steward , who had a whole county to canvass . The three committees having already conferred duo acknowledgment on Bro . Constable , he thought it would only be an act of justice towards a brother of whom the Lodgo had every reason to be proud to have a memorandum of his services on the books . He would therefore move that a vote of hearty thanks be recorded on the minute book of this Lodge to Bro . John Constable P . M . for the great and eminent services he had rendered to the cause of Masonic charity , Bro , Geo . Bilby P . M