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Consecration Of A New Lodge.
CONSECRATION OF A NEW LODGE .
ST . John ' s Lodge , No . 1564 , Knap Hill , Woking , in the province of Surrey , -was Consecrated by E . W . the Provincial Grand Master , Lt . General Brownrigg , assisted by the W . Bro . the Reverend C . W . Arnold , the Grand Chaplain for the province of Surrey , on Tuesday , 9 th of November . We give our readers the oration delivered by Bro . Arnold on that occasion : —
" Before the consecration of this Lodge commences let us say a few words on Masonry , and bring before you , briefly , some of its prominent features , that we may enter on our service to day with hearts and minds influenced aright . " What is Masonry ? A pure system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols . Is Masonry , then , in any way antagonistic to religion ? Certainly not , Masonry is the hand-maid of
religion . The volume f » f the Sacred Law contains all that is necessary for man ' s salvation , and points out to him the lino of conduct which will eventually lead him to eternal bliss in the glorious realms above . But man is weak and frail , and constantly inclined to fall . Masonry , by signs and symbols , reminds him of God ' s teaching ; and so unites his instruction with the implements of labour and the object of nature and art , that everything by which he is surrounded reiterates her lessons .
The different degrees of Masonry represents the stages of life , reminding us of our origin and end , and point out how all we have is due to the boundless goodness of the Great Architect of the Universe . Thus are the great lessons of humility and mutual dependence inculcated , and the principle of active charity fanned into a flame that lights up the whole life of the true Mason . The development of the
intellectual faculties is encouraged with due subservience to the omniscience of the Grand Geometrician of the Universe . The contemplation of the closing scene of life teaches us the great lesson of self-examination , so that , faithfully acting up to tho principles we profess , we may look forward with hope and confidence to the rising of that bright morning star which will bring to us that final joy and
peace for which the faithful are ever longing . " But let us be very careful , brethren , lest we attend to mere external forms and ceremonies whilst neglecting their spiritual instruction ; and whilst we adhere stedfastly to the ancient landmarks of our Order , let us remember that our symbols are only useful whilst they inculcate and keep in view some true , some vital principle ,
and as the building of that grand temple by King Solomon is-symbolical of the building which should be reared in the heart of man , so let us build up our hearts and bodies as fit temples in which the pure spirit of the Most Hi gh may dwell . " We are to-day engaged constituting a new Lodge . Its prosperity will depend on the conduct of its officers and members . Those who are called to rule must exercise their office with firmness and discretion ,
tempered with kindness , whilst those who are not yet fit to rule must practice and leam obedience , and aid and assist those above them with prompt and willing mind . All jealousies and differences must be set aside , and brotherly love flourish and prevail . " It should be the curliest desire of every brother , testified to by his life and actions , that God may say of tins Lodge as of His Temple , ' I have hallowed this house to put My name there for ever , and Mine eyes and Mine heart shall be there perpetually . '"
Trafalgar R.A. Chapter, 157 S.C., St. Helens, New Zealand,
TRAFALGAR R . A . CHAPTER , 157 S . C ., ST . HELENS , NEW ZEALAND ,
THE Installation and Banquet of this prosperous Chapter took place at the Masonic Hall , Trafalgar , St . Helens , on Thursday , the 23 rd September . The Chapter was opened in due form at high noon , and M . E . Conip . Squires , in the unavoidable absence of the First Principal , conducted the installation and investiture . By common consent it seemed to be
the desire , as far as possible , to retain , in the same respective positions , the services of those office bearers whose exertions , during tho past year , had resulted so satisfactorily , and accordingly , after the list of Companions eligible for office was presented , the respective nominations were accepted without competition in any instance ; the ballot thus being rendered unnecessary .
The following elections were declared : —W . B . Sealy M . D ., Z ., W . W . Squires , M . D ., H ., both re-elected , William Holmes J ., W . M . Stanton E . ( re-elected ) , J . Hounsell N ., P . G . Bowman Treasurer ( the Treasurer of last year desiring to retire ) , L . G . Boor 1 st ( late 2 nd ) Soj ., J . C . Montray 2 nd ( late 3 rd ) Soj ., and Alfred Jackson 3 rd Soj . George HtH \> i > ald wr . s appointed Janitor .
The Chapter was then adjourned for the Installation of Comp . Holmes as M . E . Third Principal . On its re-opening , M . E . Comp . Squires administered the obligation and invested the several office bearers , during which he presented E . Comp . W . M . Stanton with a gold signet ring , bearing- the Eoyal . Arch Emblems ( with a suitable inscription inside ) , as the gift of the
Companions , in acknowledgment and appreciation of his services in the foundation and organisation of the Chapter . Comp . Stanton , being taken by surprise at this unexpected mark of favour , assured the Companions that whilst he felt that the importance of his services were magnified by his brethren and Companions , they were at all times a self-rewarding labour of love , of
which ho could not readily tire . Two Companions were , at this stage of the proceedings , affiliated to the Trafalgar Chapter . Comp . Stanton then addressed M . E . Comp . Sealy ( who had but recently arrived ) , to the . effect that he had the pleasing task
delegated to him of rendering honour to whom honour is due , by presenting the M . E . First Principal , in the name of the Chapter , with a testimonial of the respect , admiration and affection , for the many years' unflagging efforts directed to the welfare of Masonry , and for a continuous example to the world , as well as to the Craft , of a just ,
Trafalgar R.A. Chapter, 157 S.C., St. Helens, New Zealand,
upright and blameless life ; of admiration for the extraordinary talent and aptitude in the working of this new Chapter ( to which must mainly be attributed its acknowledged high position ) , and of affection for the unchanging courteous and kindly bearing for which he is so distinguished , The M . E . Comp . returned thanks in feeling terms , promising to
continue to preserve the esteem of the Companions , which he so justly appreciated ; at the same time ho desired to offer a tribute to Scribe E ., whoso support and assistance in conducting the duties of hia offices he valued so highly . The Chapter was then closed in dm form . The Banquet was held on the t vening of the same day , and a
goodly number of tho Companions * vid brethren ( invited guests ) sat down to a sumptuous repast , provided by Comp . Tregen , tho Steward . After the removal of the cloth , the following toasts were drunk , with usual honours , the first four being ' uiven from the chair , which was ably filled by the M . E . First Principal . "Her Majesty , the Queen , our Paf roness , God bless her . "
"H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , as first Grand Principal of England , and the Grand Principals of Scotland and Ireland . " " The Grand Superintendent and Officers of the District Grand Chapter of New Zealand . " " The Canterbury Kilwinning Chapter , coupled with the health of M . E . Companions Thiel and Booth . "
Telegrams communicating the two last toasts were then transmitted to the Chapters assembled at Dunedin aud at Christchurch , distant respectively 450 and 200 miles , and within twenty minutea replies congratulatory were received from each . Comp . Hustwick proposed the "First Principal , " to which the M . E . Comp . responded .
M . E . Comp . Sealey then gave the " Second and Third Principals and other Officers of the Trafalgar Chapter . " M . E . Comp . Squires gave the " W . M ., Officers and Brethren of the Southern Star Lodge , " responded to by the W . M . Bro . Lightfoot . M . E . Comp . Sealy proposed the health of Scribe E ., for which , and for the graceful terms in which the toast was given , Companion
Stanton heartily returned thanks . The memory of the late Companion Arthur Dobb , Past J ., was then drunk in solemn silence . " Our Visitors and Guests , " given by M . E . Comp . Sealy , was responded to by Comp . Millard F . S . D ., and the toast " To all Poor and Distressed Masons , " brought the formal proceedings to a close , and tho
remainder of the evening was agreeable devoted to song and chorus harmony . The Chapter numbers at present forty-five Companions , of all grades of society , merchants , tradesmen , clergymen , and a number of various professions , and its future prospects seem as hopeful and encouraging as its beginning .
THE installation of the Worshipful Master and Officers of Prince of Wales Lodge , E . G ., took place on Sept . 16 , under more than usual dclat . The Lodge was opened at 6 p . m . by Bro . G . N . Brassey W . M . After tho Lodge business was concluded , Bro . P . M . Leers took the chair , and delivered a very impressive charge to Bro . W . M . Skinner M . M . elect . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , and we believe , without exception , there was the largest number of
Past Masters present that have yet assembled in Auckland . The solemn and impressive ceremony was performed in a very able and efficient manner by Bro . P . M . Leers . Tho brethren of the various degrees having been admitted , Bro . W . M . Skinner then installed his officers as follow : Bro . Clayton S . W . ; Bro . Rev . Nelson J . W . ; Bro . Stoddard Treasurer ; Bro . P . M . Leers Secretary ; Bro . Dawson S . D . ;
Bro . Dyer J . D . ; Bro . Rathring I . G . ; Bro . Porter Tyler . The usual banquet followed . After full justice had been done to the festive board , various toasts were proposed and drank . The ceremony of installing Bro . W . McCullough into the office of Deputy Provincial Grand Master of New Zealand , under the Scottish Constitution , took place on the 21 st September , in the Lodge Room ,
Masonic Hotel . At 7 . 30 p . m ., St . Andrew ' s Lodge , 418 , S . C ., was opened in the third degree by Bro . M . Niccol R . W . M . The Provincial Grand Lodge , I . C ., was then announced and received in duo form , and the P . G . L . Officers took the place of the Craft Officers , and opened the P . G . Lodge . in ample form . Bro . McCullough was then presented to the P . G . M . of ^ v Zealand , I . C ., Bro . G . P . Pierce , for
installation , Bro . Pierce having been requested by the P . G . M ., S . C ., who is resident at Dunedin , to do so . The D . R . G . M . elect was presented by Past Masters Hay , Dewar , Anderson , and Niccol , the last named of whom made a few appropriate remarks . Bro . McCnllongh wan then invested and installed , Bro . Pierce conducting tho ceremony in tho most impressive manner , and ably assisted by the V . W . P . G .
Chaplain , Dr . Kidd , and Bro . Rev . D . Bruce , Chaplain of St . Andrew ' s . The D . G . P . M ., having been placed to the right of the P . G . M . and saluted with grand honours , Dr . Kidd then delivered a very able aud instructive address , which was listened to with pleasure by the brethren , many expressing the desire that the oration might be printed . Bro . McCullough having briefly thanked the brethren , tho
P . G . Lodge was closed , the officers of St . Andrew's Lodge resumed their chairs and closed . Tho brethren afterwards sat down , to ' the number of about fifty , to an excellent supper provided by Host Avey , at which Bro . Niccol R . W . M . of St . Andrew ' s presided , supported on the right by Bro . G . P . Pierce P . G . M . of New Zealand , I . C ., and on the left of Bro . McCullough D . P . G . M . of New Zealand , S . C . The Rev . P . P . Agnew , Past Provincial Grand Chaplain of English and
Scotch Constitutions , gave , on Sept . 22 , according to notice , his lecture upon Freemasonry , Bro . G . P . Pierce , Provincial Grand Master in the chair . The platform was occupied by brethren of the various Lodges of the Irish , English , and Scotch Constitutions ; also of the " Royal Arch , " and the Rev . Bro . Nelson , and the Rev . Dr . Kidd , Chaplains ; the chairman , and Masonic brethren , both on the platform and in the body of the hall , were in full regalia , according to their respective degrees . — New Zealand Herald .
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Consecration Of A New Lodge.
CONSECRATION OF A NEW LODGE .
ST . John ' s Lodge , No . 1564 , Knap Hill , Woking , in the province of Surrey , -was Consecrated by E . W . the Provincial Grand Master , Lt . General Brownrigg , assisted by the W . Bro . the Reverend C . W . Arnold , the Grand Chaplain for the province of Surrey , on Tuesday , 9 th of November . We give our readers the oration delivered by Bro . Arnold on that occasion : —
" Before the consecration of this Lodge commences let us say a few words on Masonry , and bring before you , briefly , some of its prominent features , that we may enter on our service to day with hearts and minds influenced aright . " What is Masonry ? A pure system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols . Is Masonry , then , in any way antagonistic to religion ? Certainly not , Masonry is the hand-maid of
religion . The volume f » f the Sacred Law contains all that is necessary for man ' s salvation , and points out to him the lino of conduct which will eventually lead him to eternal bliss in the glorious realms above . But man is weak and frail , and constantly inclined to fall . Masonry , by signs and symbols , reminds him of God ' s teaching ; and so unites his instruction with the implements of labour and the object of nature and art , that everything by which he is surrounded reiterates her lessons .
The different degrees of Masonry represents the stages of life , reminding us of our origin and end , and point out how all we have is due to the boundless goodness of the Great Architect of the Universe . Thus are the great lessons of humility and mutual dependence inculcated , and the principle of active charity fanned into a flame that lights up the whole life of the true Mason . The development of the
intellectual faculties is encouraged with due subservience to the omniscience of the Grand Geometrician of the Universe . The contemplation of the closing scene of life teaches us the great lesson of self-examination , so that , faithfully acting up to tho principles we profess , we may look forward with hope and confidence to the rising of that bright morning star which will bring to us that final joy and
peace for which the faithful are ever longing . " But let us be very careful , brethren , lest we attend to mere external forms and ceremonies whilst neglecting their spiritual instruction ; and whilst we adhere stedfastly to the ancient landmarks of our Order , let us remember that our symbols are only useful whilst they inculcate and keep in view some true , some vital principle ,
and as the building of that grand temple by King Solomon is-symbolical of the building which should be reared in the heart of man , so let us build up our hearts and bodies as fit temples in which the pure spirit of the Most Hi gh may dwell . " We are to-day engaged constituting a new Lodge . Its prosperity will depend on the conduct of its officers and members . Those who are called to rule must exercise their office with firmness and discretion ,
tempered with kindness , whilst those who are not yet fit to rule must practice and leam obedience , and aid and assist those above them with prompt and willing mind . All jealousies and differences must be set aside , and brotherly love flourish and prevail . " It should be the curliest desire of every brother , testified to by his life and actions , that God may say of tins Lodge as of His Temple , ' I have hallowed this house to put My name there for ever , and Mine eyes and Mine heart shall be there perpetually . '"
Trafalgar R.A. Chapter, 157 S.C., St. Helens, New Zealand,
TRAFALGAR R . A . CHAPTER , 157 S . C ., ST . HELENS , NEW ZEALAND ,
THE Installation and Banquet of this prosperous Chapter took place at the Masonic Hall , Trafalgar , St . Helens , on Thursday , the 23 rd September . The Chapter was opened in due form at high noon , and M . E . Conip . Squires , in the unavoidable absence of the First Principal , conducted the installation and investiture . By common consent it seemed to be
the desire , as far as possible , to retain , in the same respective positions , the services of those office bearers whose exertions , during tho past year , had resulted so satisfactorily , and accordingly , after the list of Companions eligible for office was presented , the respective nominations were accepted without competition in any instance ; the ballot thus being rendered unnecessary .
The following elections were declared : —W . B . Sealy M . D ., Z ., W . W . Squires , M . D ., H ., both re-elected , William Holmes J ., W . M . Stanton E . ( re-elected ) , J . Hounsell N ., P . G . Bowman Treasurer ( the Treasurer of last year desiring to retire ) , L . G . Boor 1 st ( late 2 nd ) Soj ., J . C . Montray 2 nd ( late 3 rd ) Soj ., and Alfred Jackson 3 rd Soj . George HtH \> i > ald wr . s appointed Janitor .
The Chapter was then adjourned for the Installation of Comp . Holmes as M . E . Third Principal . On its re-opening , M . E . Comp . Squires administered the obligation and invested the several office bearers , during which he presented E . Comp . W . M . Stanton with a gold signet ring , bearing- the Eoyal . Arch Emblems ( with a suitable inscription inside ) , as the gift of the
Companions , in acknowledgment and appreciation of his services in the foundation and organisation of the Chapter . Comp . Stanton , being taken by surprise at this unexpected mark of favour , assured the Companions that whilst he felt that the importance of his services were magnified by his brethren and Companions , they were at all times a self-rewarding labour of love , of
which ho could not readily tire . Two Companions were , at this stage of the proceedings , affiliated to the Trafalgar Chapter . Comp . Stanton then addressed M . E . Comp . Sealy ( who had but recently arrived ) , to the . effect that he had the pleasing task
delegated to him of rendering honour to whom honour is due , by presenting the M . E . First Principal , in the name of the Chapter , with a testimonial of the respect , admiration and affection , for the many years' unflagging efforts directed to the welfare of Masonry , and for a continuous example to the world , as well as to the Craft , of a just ,
Trafalgar R.A. Chapter, 157 S.C., St. Helens, New Zealand,
upright and blameless life ; of admiration for the extraordinary talent and aptitude in the working of this new Chapter ( to which must mainly be attributed its acknowledged high position ) , and of affection for the unchanging courteous and kindly bearing for which he is so distinguished , The M . E . Comp . returned thanks in feeling terms , promising to
continue to preserve the esteem of the Companions , which he so justly appreciated ; at the same time ho desired to offer a tribute to Scribe E ., whoso support and assistance in conducting the duties of hia offices he valued so highly . The Chapter was then closed in dm form . The Banquet was held on the t vening of the same day , and a
goodly number of tho Companions * vid brethren ( invited guests ) sat down to a sumptuous repast , provided by Comp . Tregen , tho Steward . After the removal of the cloth , the following toasts were drunk , with usual honours , the first four being ' uiven from the chair , which was ably filled by the M . E . First Principal . "Her Majesty , the Queen , our Paf roness , God bless her . "
"H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , as first Grand Principal of England , and the Grand Principals of Scotland and Ireland . " " The Grand Superintendent and Officers of the District Grand Chapter of New Zealand . " " The Canterbury Kilwinning Chapter , coupled with the health of M . E . Companions Thiel and Booth . "
Telegrams communicating the two last toasts were then transmitted to the Chapters assembled at Dunedin aud at Christchurch , distant respectively 450 and 200 miles , and within twenty minutea replies congratulatory were received from each . Comp . Hustwick proposed the "First Principal , " to which the M . E . Comp . responded .
M . E . Comp . Sealey then gave the " Second and Third Principals and other Officers of the Trafalgar Chapter . " M . E . Comp . Squires gave the " W . M ., Officers and Brethren of the Southern Star Lodge , " responded to by the W . M . Bro . Lightfoot . M . E . Comp . Sealy proposed the health of Scribe E ., for which , and for the graceful terms in which the toast was given , Companion
Stanton heartily returned thanks . The memory of the late Companion Arthur Dobb , Past J ., was then drunk in solemn silence . " Our Visitors and Guests , " given by M . E . Comp . Sealy , was responded to by Comp . Millard F . S . D ., and the toast " To all Poor and Distressed Masons , " brought the formal proceedings to a close , and tho
remainder of the evening was agreeable devoted to song and chorus harmony . The Chapter numbers at present forty-five Companions , of all grades of society , merchants , tradesmen , clergymen , and a number of various professions , and its future prospects seem as hopeful and encouraging as its beginning .
THE installation of the Worshipful Master and Officers of Prince of Wales Lodge , E . G ., took place on Sept . 16 , under more than usual dclat . The Lodge was opened at 6 p . m . by Bro . G . N . Brassey W . M . After tho Lodge business was concluded , Bro . P . M . Leers took the chair , and delivered a very impressive charge to Bro . W . M . Skinner M . M . elect . A Board of Installed Masters was then formed , and we believe , without exception , there was the largest number of
Past Masters present that have yet assembled in Auckland . The solemn and impressive ceremony was performed in a very able and efficient manner by Bro . P . M . Leers . Tho brethren of the various degrees having been admitted , Bro . W . M . Skinner then installed his officers as follow : Bro . Clayton S . W . ; Bro . Rev . Nelson J . W . ; Bro . Stoddard Treasurer ; Bro . P . M . Leers Secretary ; Bro . Dawson S . D . ;
Bro . Dyer J . D . ; Bro . Rathring I . G . ; Bro . Porter Tyler . The usual banquet followed . After full justice had been done to the festive board , various toasts were proposed and drank . The ceremony of installing Bro . W . McCullough into the office of Deputy Provincial Grand Master of New Zealand , under the Scottish Constitution , took place on the 21 st September , in the Lodge Room ,
Masonic Hotel . At 7 . 30 p . m ., St . Andrew ' s Lodge , 418 , S . C ., was opened in the third degree by Bro . M . Niccol R . W . M . The Provincial Grand Lodge , I . C ., was then announced and received in duo form , and the P . G . L . Officers took the place of the Craft Officers , and opened the P . G . Lodge . in ample form . Bro . McCullough was then presented to the P . G . M . of ^ v Zealand , I . C ., Bro . G . P . Pierce , for
installation , Bro . Pierce having been requested by the P . G . M ., S . C ., who is resident at Dunedin , to do so . The D . R . G . M . elect was presented by Past Masters Hay , Dewar , Anderson , and Niccol , the last named of whom made a few appropriate remarks . Bro . McCnllongh wan then invested and installed , Bro . Pierce conducting tho ceremony in tho most impressive manner , and ably assisted by the V . W . P . G .
Chaplain , Dr . Kidd , and Bro . Rev . D . Bruce , Chaplain of St . Andrew ' s . The D . G . P . M ., having been placed to the right of the P . G . M . and saluted with grand honours , Dr . Kidd then delivered a very able aud instructive address , which was listened to with pleasure by the brethren , many expressing the desire that the oration might be printed . Bro . McCullough having briefly thanked the brethren , tho
P . G . Lodge was closed , the officers of St . Andrew's Lodge resumed their chairs and closed . Tho brethren afterwards sat down , to ' the number of about fifty , to an excellent supper provided by Host Avey , at which Bro . Niccol R . W . M . of St . Andrew ' s presided , supported on the right by Bro . G . P . Pierce P . G . M . of New Zealand , I . C ., and on the left of Bro . McCullough D . P . G . M . of New Zealand , S . C . The Rev . P . P . Agnew , Past Provincial Grand Chaplain of English and
Scotch Constitutions , gave , on Sept . 22 , according to notice , his lecture upon Freemasonry , Bro . G . P . Pierce , Provincial Grand Master in the chair . The platform was occupied by brethren of the various Lodges of the Irish , English , and Scotch Constitutions ; also of the " Royal Arch , " and the Rev . Bro . Nelson , and the Rev . Dr . Kidd , Chaplains ; the chairman , and Masonic brethren , both on the platform and in the body of the hall , were in full regalia , according to their respective degrees . — New Zealand Herald .