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officers , when ho called on Comp . J . Duthie P . Z . of 67 , as representing the senior Chapter , to preside . Comp . J . Duthioas Z ., assisted by Comp . Wheeler Z . of 73 as II ., and J . Brodie P . Z . 79 as J ., pro . ceeded to instal the following Comps .: —D . Lamb Z ., J . Mnnro as

Leputy 1 st Principal ( by dispensation ) , J . W . Muson H ., It . Brodie J ., J . M . Oliver S . E ., W . Ratteray S . N ., J . Kcid T ., W . Duncan 1 st S ., C . McRobbio 2 nd ( the 3 rd not present ) , and J . Mennech Janitor . From the financial report the Chapter appears to bo in a flemishing condition .

Lodge of Sincerity , No . 174 . —Tho members of this well , known and old established Lodgo held their iirst meeting of tho season on Wednesday , at the Guildhall Hotel , Gresham Street , City . The members assembled at Five o ' clock , in strong force , and the W . M ., Brother William Thomas Wells , took tho chair . Ho was supported by Bros . Milliard S . W ., John Appleby J . W ., Rawley P . M .

Treasurer , John Newton P . M . Secretary , Seddons S . D ., Dunstan J . D ., Webb I . ( j ., Yerry Tyler . There were also present , Bros . P . M . ' s E . J . Moore , Lacey , Bulmor , Barlow and Tuck , whilo amongst the Visitors wo may notice Bros . James Terry , E . G . Legge , W . P . Wyatt , Alf . Ellis , C . A . Baxter , T . E . Scott , J . Scott , H . Bremer , C . E . Toppet , J . P . Large , E . M . Beedell , W . W . Morgan , & c .

As invariably happens with this Lodge , the business paper was a heavy oue , and the proceedings commenced with the customary formalities . When the minutes of the last meeting had received confirmation , Bro . Wells vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Eawley P . M ., who was anxious to perform tho ceremony of initiation in favour of his son , Mr . Walter John Eawley , who , with Mr .

Griffith Jones , had just sustained successfully the ordeal of tho ballot . The ceremony was admirably rendered by Bro . Eawley , and produced a deep impression on the candidate . Bro . Wells now resumed the chair , and initiated Mr . Griffith Jones . The ballot was next taken , favourably , for Bro . Charles Augustus Baxter , of the Prince of Wales Lodge , No . 1003 . Bro . P . M . John Newton now ,

by the kindness of the W . M ., took the chair , and performed the ceremony of passiug , Bro . Canese , of Lodge Ctcsarce , being the candidate . The work was performed in Bro . Newton ' s best style , and was deservedly commended by all present . Bro . Wells then raised Bro . Page , and this brought the ceremonial portion of the proceedings to a close . Several communications were read by the Secretary , and

commented on by the brethren ; the resignation of a member was accepted , and the Secretary instructed to communicate with tho retiring member , expressing the regret of the brethren . The worthy Treasurer warmly advocated the cause of a distressed brother , who was formerly a member of tho Lodge . On his motion , which was seconded by Bro . P . M . Lacoy , a sum of five pounds was unanimously

voted from tho Benevolent Fund in connection with the Lodge . The Lodge was then closed , and tho brethren partook of a substantial repast , which was capitally served . On the removal of the cloth , Bro . Wells gave the Loyal and Masonic toasts customary on these occasions . Bro . E . J . Moore I . P . M . proposed the health of tho W . M ., which was well received and briefly responded to . The W . M . then

gave the toast of the Initiates , and expressed tho pleasure it afforded every member of the Lodgo at seeing tho son of their highly respected brother tho Treasurer amongst them . He hoped both Bro . Rawley jun . and his follow initiate , Bro . Griffith Jones , would always havo occasion to look back with satisfaction at the day on which they had joined our Order . The Entered Apprentice Song was done ample

justice to by Bro . J . Newton . The compliment paid them was briefly acknowledged by the newly made brethren . The toast of the Past Masters brought forth a response from Bro . Moore . The W . M . on again rising said , he had now a most pleasing duty to perform . It was that of presenting to their respected P . M . and Treasurer , Bro . S . H . Rawley , an illuminated Testimonial , together with a Tea and

Coffee Service , which had been subscribed for by the members as a Blight recognition of the ability and energy Bro . Rawley had displayed during tho time of his connection with the Lodge , a connection which had lasted 25 years , and one that had been of a most pleasing and gratifying character . Bro . Wells then read the address , as follows : —

THE LODGE OF SINCERITY , ANCIENT , FKEE AND ACCEPTED MASONS OF ENGLAND , No . 174 . In accordance with a resolution passed by the Lodge , 17 th May 1876 , this Testimonial was presented , together with a Silver Tea and Coffee Service , to

W . BRO . SAJIUEL H . RAWLEY , P . M . and Treasurer , on the completion of Twenty-five years of Membership , by the brethren , in recognition of the valuable services rendered by him during that period , and as a token of the esteem entertained towards him , and also for the kindness and ability displayed iu his government of the Lodge as a Past Master and Treasurer . 18 tb October 1876 .

Signed by the Testimonial Committee , on behalf of the brethren . T . W . Wells W . M ., Chairman . Charles Lacey Treasurer J . M . Dunstan . T . D . John Bnlrner P . M . C . H . Webb . l . G . Wm . C . Barlow P . M . G . Jones D . C .

John Newton Secretary John Miller W . S . E . J . Moore P . M . J . Burchill G . J . Ilillifird S . W . W . T . Roberts JTIO . App !* 'hT- J . W . J . S . Fi'isei-G . Seddon S . D . James Tuomas .

The illuminated testimonial was handed round , and all present expressed approval with the artistic way in which it had been executed . We heard a whisper that it was tho work of Bro . Jas . Terry . If this be correct , we feel almost inclined to crave the favour of ; m idea or

two from our energetic eacretary , ns to how ho manages to get through all tho work that falls to his lot aud , yet finds lime for such delicate manipulation as is hero evidenced . Bro . P . M . Rawley , who , on rising , was most enthusiastically received , said , That twciity . fi . ve years ago , that very nig ht , ho was initiated iu tho

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Sincerity Lodge . Ho spoke of the visits he had paid to other Lodges , aud commented on tho good fellowship that he had always experienced . Ho sometimes regretted that ho had not earlier paid attention to what , at the present day , was so well looked after , he referred to their noble Charities . He remembered the day when there was not more than forty Lodges who subscribed to tho

Benevolent Institution , but now all present wero aware of what was being done . Ho then spoko of the kind way in which his appeal for a distressed brother had been responded to in the Lodge that evening , and concluded his remarks by thanking tho brethren for tho handsome gifts they had presented him with . Tho chairman announced that Bro . Charles Blaine had communicated to him that it was hia

intention to give , in the course of a few weeks , a musical entertainment at the Bow and Bromley Institute , when tho profits would be presented to one of our Masonic Institutions . Bro . Blaine had also intimated that , being impressed with the able manner in which Bro . E . J . Moore had initiated , passed and raised him , he was desirous to present him with a portrait , which ho had executed , and which he hoped lie , Bro . Moore , would bo pleased to accept , at tho same time

requesting Bro . Wells to take upon himself tho task of presenting the same . Bro . Wells then handed to Bro . Moore a capital likeness , painted in oil , which tho latter suitably acknowledged . The remaining toasts comprised the Visitors , responded to by Bros . Legge and Morgan ; tho Masonic Charities , by Bro . Terry j the Officers , by tho S . W . and others . The Tyler was then called for , and tho evening ' s proceedings , which throughout were of a most interesting character , wero brought to a close .

Era Lodge of Mark Masters , No . 176—The above Lodge met on Friday , 13 th October , at the Bridge House Hotel , South , wark . Bro . H . A . Dubois I . P . M . and Treasurer , in the absence of Bro . Dr . John Baxter Langley W . M ., who was unavoidably absent , occupied tho chair . Bros . Rev . P . M . Holden S . W . and Chaplain , J . Horton J . W ., R . P . Jebb as M . O ., A . F . Loos M . O ., J . Johnson

J . O ., T . Poore R . of M . ' s , F . Walters P . G . P . P . M . Secretary , H . 0 . Levander as S . D ., J . B . Shackleton J . D ., R . Meyer Organist , J . H . Dodson , and several other brethren . The Lodge was opened , and the minutes were conlirmed . Ballots were unanimously taken in favour of G . S . Elliott J . W . 1623 , Henry Meyer l . G . 1524 , D . Smith 1326 , and W . Prattent 1326 , who were all advanced to the ancient

and honourable degree of Mark Masters by Bro . T . Pooro . Bro . David Smith was appointed Assistant Secretary . Bro . Jas . Stevens P . P . G . Secretary Middlesex and Surrey , was unanimously elected an honorary member . Several candidates were proposed for advancement . A notice of motion was given , and the Lodge was closed until Friday 9 th February 1877 . The usual banquet followed . Harmony prevailed , ancl the brethren separated after passing a very agreeable evening .

Domatic Lodge , No . 177 . —The regular meeting of this Lodge was hold on Friday , 13 th inst ., at Anderton's Hotel , Fleetstreet . Bro . G . Everett I . P . M . occupied the chair , in the absence of tho W . M ., Bro . Treadwell ( who was unable to be present owing to a fracture of his knee cap ) , James Willing jun . S . W ., Palmer J . W ., J . Smith P . G . P . Treasurer , Williams W . M . elect 1507 Secretary , Bus .

call S . D ., Clarke J . D ., White l . G . ; ancl Bros . Plummer , Purchase , Smith , Bennett , J . Abrams , Harris , Sherlock , Pintrey , Braid , Bird , Zoobeli , Wigmoro , Montague , Billinghurst , & c . Bro . R . S . Mendey , Temple Lodge , No . 101 , was unanimously elected a joining member , Bros . Killingback and Jewell were raised to the 3 rd degree , Bro , Walter Miller was ballotted for and duly initiated . This being the

first meeting since the vacation showed the working had not deteriorated , and complimentary remarks were made . Lodge was then closed , and tho brethren , 95 in number , sat down to a banquet , provided by Bro . Clemow , and superintended by Bro . W . Smith , that gavo satisfaction . Tho acting W . M . presided in his usual

genial and happy manner . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given and duly responded to . Each brother present expressed his deep regret at the W . M . ' s sad accident , and all wished him a speedy recovery . A very agreeable evening was passed . The Visitors were Bros . Draper W . M . 1305 , Rowe S . W . 167 , Hollis P . M . 167 , Butt 1623 , Fowler J . W . 1305 , Schlesinger 701 , Walla 1381 , and Carter S . W . 212 .

Drogheda Lodge , No . 411 . —A regular meeting was held on 12 th October , at the Masonic Hall , Drogheda . Present—Bros . WhittyW . M ., Harbinson P . M . as S . W ., Dean P . M . as J . W . ; Griffin S . D ., Preston J . D ., Eev . F . Hannan Chaplain , Supple I . G ., Browne Tyler , F . E . Clarke P . M . Secretary and Treasurer . Business trans , acted—Bro . A . H . Ormsley was raised to the high and sublime degree . The officers for 1877 were proposed , to be balloted for next night of meeting .

Salisbury Lodge of Instruction , No . 435 . —This Lodge held its weekly meeting on Thursday , the 19 th inst ., at the Union Tavern , Air-street , Regent-street , W . Present—Bros . Woods W . M ., T . Cull S . W ., Bentlcy J . W „ W ray S . D ., Docker J . D ., Earwig I . G ., Mander Preceptor ; also Bros . Gr . Davis , Weeks , Gillard , Blundell , Collins , Watts , Wilkins , and T . Davis . Tho Lodge was opened and minutes of last meeting read and confirmed . The ceremony of

raising y , -as rehearsed , Bro . Weeks acting ad candidate . The first , second and third sections wero then worked . Lodgo resumed ; sixth and seventh sections of the first degree worked . Bro . Cull S . W . was unanimously elected W . M . for the ensuing week . The Secretary was desired to convey tho thanks of the brethren to the members i if the Royal Arthur Lodge of Instruction for tho handsome reception given by them on tho occasion of the working of the Fifteen Sections , on the 17 th inst . Lodge closed in perfect harmony .

Grey Friars Lodge , No . 1101 . —This Lodge held its first monthly meeting of the season on Wednesday , the 11 th of October , at tho Masonic Hall , Grey Friars-road , Heading . Present—Bros ,