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St. Andrew's Lodge Of M.M. Masons, No. 34.
faithfully ; indeed , nothing was loft undone to further the host interests of Mark Masonry . Bro . Smith , in responding to the last toast , wished the task had been placed iu better bands ; he was , however , prond of being a Grand Lodgo Officer , and ho could bear testimony to the ability aud zeal with which all were animated fo do their utmost for the good of Freemasonry in general , and Mark-Masonry as far as thoir capacity allowed . He had been delighted to
seo tho magnificent working of Bro . Matier . The highest authorities would have been delighted to witness it . lie sincerely thanked the brethren for their marks of esteem and fraternal hospitality . In coming home to the Province of West Lancashire , ifc wonhl be superfluous for the W . M . to say anything in favour of the respected chief of Mark Masonry , especially after the great fame he had attained at the reccufc Festival in London . The Officers of the Province were as
well known to all present as to himself ; he would merely ask them to drink io the health of Col . Le Gendre Starkieaud the rest of Prov . Grand Lodge Officers , uniting with tho toast the name of Bro . Milligan . The I . P . M ., in responding , said he regretted thafc the duty of acknowledging the honour was nofc put into abler hands . However , there was no need to say much for Bro . Col . Starkie , ho had given
proof of his deep attachment to all branches of the fraternity ; how well ho was appreciated was manifested at the recent Festival . The honour conferred upon him ( Bro . Milligan ) , as Overseer of the Province , ho took as a compliment to the Lodgo , which he was happy to represent iu Prov . G . Lodgo . Bro . Matier now sounded tho gavel , and informed the brethren that ho had the honour to propose what
might be justly called the tuast of the evening . He had thafc day had the pleasure of installing a brother he had long known , and known but to esteem . Wheu one with the abilities possessed by Bro . Middleton had filled tho various offices to the satisfaction of all , he deserved the esteem of his friends . The last timo the worthy and deeply-lamented Bro . Callonder visited this Lodge—which , by
tho way , was the last ha entered—Bro . Middleton was advanced to this honourable degree ; since thou ho has passed from the office of I . G . to the exalted post be holds to-night . In Lodges of Instruction tho W . M . haa been very active , nnd has done work on snch occasions worthy of a G . L . Officer . He was sure his acceptance of this post will add additional lnstro to his name , and tend to tho pros perity aud happiness of the Lodge . He hoped when he leaves the
chair , the opinions ho gavo expression to would be verified . He ( Bro . Matier ) would now ask them to charge thoir glasses and drink to tho W . M . ' s very good hcaith . Tho W . M ., on rising to respond , intimated thafc fche rush of business was peculiarly striking . Bro . Matier , as hia Preceptor , had taught him to prepare for brilliant exploits , aud the masterly manner in which he was placed in the chair he had the honour to fill increased his admiration . Without Bro . Matter ' s
kind and putionb instruction he should be nothing , and any csmpliment bestowed on him , he hoped they would take with the customary grain of salt , lie felt sure they would givo him credit for doing his best during his year of office to discharge his important trust to tho satisfaction of the brethren and tho best interests of
theLodge . The W . M . next rose to propose what ho deemed a most popular toast , tho Health of tho I . P . M . ; in doing so , he alluded to tho many trials Bro . Milligan had to encounter iu carrying out tho duties of his office . Tho brethren , with a deep sense of his zeal and fidelity to his post , had wished to commemorate his year of office by presenting him with a splendid P . M . M . Mason's " jewel . This the
W . M . placed ou the bteast of the worthy I . P . M ., remarking the brethren of the Lodgo demonstrated outwardly what they felt in . wardly j ho hoped Bro . Milligan would live long to wear ifc . This done , the W . M . called upon the brethreu to do honour to the toast according to M . M . M . eastern . At this stage of tho proceedings , Bro . Senior favoured the compauy with a song ; he was accompanied
on tho piano by Bro . Robbards . The I . P . M . then returned thanks for the great kindness always shown him in the pasfc , and for the tangible mark of esteem just received . Ho felt be did nofc deserve their praise , or the emblem of merit bestowed . He regretted he bad not done more for the advancement of the Lodge ; he hoped those who heard him say so might be stimulated to more activity , lest they
bo placed in the same predicament . He hoped in the future to make up for the deficiencies of the past . He tendered the members his thanks for tho favour shown him . Bro . Robbard now kindly volunteered a song , after which the W . M . rose to propose what he emphatically termed the toast of the evening—the health of the Installing Master . Afc an earlier stage ho had stated that Bro . Matter
was his father iu Freemasonry , and he held Bro . Matier to a certain extent responsible for his Masonic career . Bro . Matier is so well posted in every degree , and gives such force aud distinction to all he undertakes , that everything assumes a new and agreeable shape . Ho is a thorough Mason , as well as a thorough Master of Ceremonies ; this is apparent from what we havo seen to-night ; under his guidance
he felt safe , and not only individually did ho speak , but with reference to tho Lodgo and members iu general . The popularity aud prosperity of the St . Audrew ' a Lodge depended greatly upon Bro . Matier , who was its leading light . He had dono his duty , iu aud out of season ; his helping hand is with us at all times , therefore the W . M . called upon the brethreu to do full honour to tho toast of the
Installing Master . After Bro . Richardson had favoured with a song , Bro . Matier rose to acknowledge tho honour dono him from tbe chair aud by the company ; with regard to his owu good deeds ho would be modest , if not dumb . He wished ho wero capable of doing to hia satisfaction what had been ascribed to him . As a M . M . M ., he was ever ready to do all it- his power ; he held himself a Mason first , and as a local agent next . Ho preferred looking at tho universal aspect
of the beloved Craft , by which means ho fully appreciated his own Lodge , whoso prosperity was tho foundation of his ambition . He regretted ho was tho mly one left of the founders able to meet them on these happy occa Lions- The tender love ho had for the Lodge Would ever endear it t > him , and the tics of friendship which bound M . M . M . to each other was a sure pledge of brotherhood . He had often been greefed as •lie father , and had uotcd as Installing Master ; he always did so with great pleasure , aud hoped the time was far
St. Andrew's Lodge Of M.M. Masons, No. 34.
distant when he should bo called upon to relinquish the pleasurable task in which he took so much delight . Although life Is short and uncertain , he hoped to be spared to see the Mark Degree in a better state than he first found it ; and when tho time arrives when his mortal coil must be shaken off , he hoped if . might be said , " That the perfnmeof Freemasonry lingered over him still . " After a song from
llro . Pool , Bro . Rome was entrusted with the gavel , to propose the health of the Visitors ; this he did very ably . In tho name of the Lodge ho est ended a cordial welcome to each and every one ; he was glad to see Bros . Goepel , Smith , Davies , Hooper , and others whoso names he could nofc recall , not only on this , but at all the meetings of the Lodge , there was a hearty welcome extended to every visitor
Who would favour St . Andrew ' s with his presence . Ho called upon f ho brethren to receive the fnasfc with the customary enthusiasm . Bro . Smith returned thanks ; as an old associate , and ono time a member of the Lndcse , he expressed himself at some considerable length ; he bestowed great praise on the efficiency of tlio working of No . 34 , and trusted the kindly feeling ever subsisting between tho
Union Lodge and the St . Andrew ' s wonld continue . Bro . Lano P . P . G . S . D . of Durham and Cnmberland , thought ifc was unnecessary to unite his name with the toast , as tho warrant , of the Lodgo bore his signature , yet . duty called on him to respond ; on his own behalf ho was very pleased to bo there thafc night -, he was happy to meet tho true Masonic face in the north or south , and in any Lodge ; he wished
for unity in all branches of the Craft , and complimented theLodge on its prosperity . Other brethren followed to the same effect , and then Bro . Matier proposed the Charities .- in hia impressive manner he urged every brother In give what he conld , however small ; the many small contributions made huge sums . With the toast was associated the name of the I . P . M . Tho toast was duly hononred , and
Bro . Glendinning sang . The I . P . M . responded for tho Charities ; ho made an effort to secure fands to enable him to take up to Loudon a good sum as Steward to ( he Mark Festival . The appeal for funds for this Charily war , supported by the W . M ., who solicited the aid of every brother . Bro . S . W . proposed the health of tlie Past , Masters in as brief a manner as possible , and gave his opinion that from that
Lodgo the pnrple was given to those who had deserved it . The toast was drnnk heartily . Bro . Rome , on bahnlf of the P . ist Masters returned thanks ; lie staled that all were animated by ono feeling , that is to carry on tho good and welfare of the Lodge ; he hoped this feeling would ever continue . The W . M . next honoured , the Officers by proposing their health , and in doing so said he had
appointed his Officers after grave consideration , and according ti merit . He know they wonld do their duty , and aid in the good government of the Lodge . With Ihe toast was united the name of Bro . Glendinning . The toaafc wns cordially drunk , nnd Bro . Glendinning , as a newly appoinlpd Officer io n Lodge ho had felt ho was ever one of , althonr'h ifc was hut recently he lmd identified himself
with it , look his post tvith pleasure ; he appreciated the tone of tho Lodge , and he would do all in his power lf > extend ifcrj influence , as he felt it was a great ; honour t » belong- to it . ft wns a jutt : or office to that he had previously filled in the Union Lodge , yet he esteemed fche honour conferred . Tho W . M . rose now fo propose a toast , which he stated was not often heard in a M . M . M . Lodge , yet we give our
need of praise to those who kindly come among us to make knowu our progress , and to further the interests of the Craft , in tho north , south , east and west . There is present a brother who represents the Masonic Press ; a brother whom all were glad to see ; ifc is to be hoped that the FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE may havo a long era of
prosperity . He wonld give them tho tonst of the Masonic Press , united with the name of Bro . Davies . This was drunk with honours , aud Bro . Davies returned thanks . A few more songs and a pleasant •hat ushered in fhe time for the Tyler ' s toast , wheu tbe brethren adjourned , after having spent n , most enjoyable evening .
Croydon Lodge Of Mark Masters, No. 198.
CROYDON LODGE OF MARK MASTERS , No . 198 .
rpUE installation meeting of this young and prosperous Lodge was -L held at Croydon , on Friday , 14 fch instant . Heretofore the Lodge has b en held at the Greyhound Hotel , but following the example of many other brethren , who prefer a private house or a Masonic hall specially devoted to tho purpose , tho members of this Lodge have mado arrangements with Bro . Rhodes for the use of his spacious suite of rooms in High-street , where tho brethren found
every convenience . The Lodge and ante-rooms aro well appointed , and thero is a fine threo manual organ , with nearly 40 stops , worked Wy hydraulic pressure . This welcome addition to the resources of the Lodge-room gave the greatest satisfaction to those present . The Lodge was opened at six p . m . by Bro . J . Close W . M ., J . K . Pitt S . W ., Dibdin as J . W ., W . J . Nichols M . O ., R . W . Brown S . O ., S . N .
Griffiths J . O ., H . A . Pocock Sec , Stampa Lambert Treas ., Ridgo S . D ., Alfred Pocock J . D . There were also present tho V . W . Bros . Goorgo Yaxley I . P . M ., James Stevens P . G . J . O ., William Poore , S . 0 . Dibdin P . G . J . O ., & c . After Bro . Rhodes had been ballotted for and advanced to the honourable degree of M . M . M ., with full ceremonial , by Bro . Stevens P . M . and Bro . Poore P . M ., the chief point of interest
iu the proceedings was reached , and the Board of Installing Masters having been formed , Bro . J . K . Pitts was led from the chair of S . W . to the chair of W . M ., and presented tho dispensation from G . L ., authorising him to be installed . Tho brethren below the chair having retired , Bro . Pitfc was inducted into the mystic seat of Adoniram with all the ancient ceremonies by Bro . Poore ;
and ou the readmissiou of tbe brethren , was saluted in duo form . The new Worshipful Master theu proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers for tho ensuiug year as follows : —Close I . P . M ., Nichols S . W ., Brown J . W ., Griffith M . O ., Ridge S . O ., Lambert J . O . aud Treasurer , H . A . Pocock R . M . and Secretary , A . t'ocook S . D ., Rhodes Org ,, Haynea I . G . A cordial voto of thanks wai awarded to the retiring W . M ., Bro . Close , and ordered to be enteral
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St. Andrew's Lodge Of M.M. Masons, No. 34.
faithfully ; indeed , nothing was loft undone to further the host interests of Mark Masonry . Bro . Smith , in responding to the last toast , wished the task had been placed iu better bands ; he was , however , prond of being a Grand Lodgo Officer , and ho could bear testimony to the ability aud zeal with which all were animated fo do their utmost for the good of Freemasonry in general , and Mark-Masonry as far as thoir capacity allowed . He had been delighted to
seo tho magnificent working of Bro . Matier . The highest authorities would have been delighted to witness it . lie sincerely thanked the brethren for their marks of esteem and fraternal hospitality . In coming home to the Province of West Lancashire , ifc wonhl be superfluous for the W . M . to say anything in favour of the respected chief of Mark Masonry , especially after the great fame he had attained at the reccufc Festival in London . The Officers of the Province were as
well known to all present as to himself ; he would merely ask them to drink io the health of Col . Le Gendre Starkieaud the rest of Prov . Grand Lodge Officers , uniting with tho toast the name of Bro . Milligan . The I . P . M ., in responding , said he regretted thafc the duty of acknowledging the honour was nofc put into abler hands . However , there was no need to say much for Bro . Col . Starkie , ho had given
proof of his deep attachment to all branches of the fraternity ; how well ho was appreciated was manifested at the recent Festival . The honour conferred upon him ( Bro . Milligan ) , as Overseer of the Province , ho took as a compliment to the Lodgo , which he was happy to represent iu Prov . G . Lodgo . Bro . Matier now sounded tho gavel , and informed the brethren that ho had the honour to propose what
might be justly called the tuast of the evening . He had thafc day had the pleasure of installing a brother he had long known , and known but to esteem . Wheu one with the abilities possessed by Bro . Middleton had filled tho various offices to the satisfaction of all , he deserved the esteem of his friends . The last timo the worthy and deeply-lamented Bro . Callonder visited this Lodge—which , by
tho way , was the last ha entered—Bro . Middleton was advanced to this honourable degree ; since thou ho has passed from the office of I . G . to the exalted post be holds to-night . In Lodges of Instruction tho W . M . haa been very active , nnd has done work on snch occasions worthy of a G . L . Officer . He was sure his acceptance of this post will add additional lnstro to his name , and tend to tho pros perity aud happiness of the Lodge . He hoped when he leaves the
chair , the opinions ho gavo expression to would be verified . He ( Bro . Matier ) would now ask them to charge thoir glasses and drink to tho W . M . ' s very good hcaith . Tho W . M ., on rising to respond , intimated thafc fche rush of business was peculiarly striking . Bro . Matier , as hia Preceptor , had taught him to prepare for brilliant exploits , aud the masterly manner in which he was placed in the chair he had the honour to fill increased his admiration . Without Bro . Matter ' s
kind and putionb instruction he should be nothing , and any csmpliment bestowed on him , he hoped they would take with the customary grain of salt , lie felt sure they would givo him credit for doing his best during his year of office to discharge his important trust to tho satisfaction of the brethren and tho best interests of
theLodge . The W . M . next rose to propose what ho deemed a most popular toast , tho Health of tho I . P . M . ; in doing so , he alluded to tho many trials Bro . Milligan had to encounter iu carrying out tho duties of his office . Tho brethren , with a deep sense of his zeal and fidelity to his post , had wished to commemorate his year of office by presenting him with a splendid P . M . M . Mason's " jewel . This the
W . M . placed ou the bteast of the worthy I . P . M ., remarking the brethren of the Lodgo demonstrated outwardly what they felt in . wardly j ho hoped Bro . Milligan would live long to wear ifc . This done , the W . M . called upon the brethreu to do honour to the toast according to M . M . M . eastern . At this stage of tho proceedings , Bro . Senior favoured the compauy with a song ; he was accompanied
on tho piano by Bro . Robbards . The I . P . M . then returned thanks for the great kindness always shown him in the pasfc , and for the tangible mark of esteem just received . Ho felt be did nofc deserve their praise , or the emblem of merit bestowed . He regretted he bad not done more for the advancement of the Lodge ; he hoped those who heard him say so might be stimulated to more activity , lest they
bo placed in the same predicament . He hoped in the future to make up for the deficiencies of the past . He tendered the members his thanks for tho favour shown him . Bro . Robbard now kindly volunteered a song , after which the W . M . rose to propose what he emphatically termed the toast of the evening—the health of the Installing Master . Afc an earlier stage ho had stated that Bro . Matter
was his father iu Freemasonry , and he held Bro . Matier to a certain extent responsible for his Masonic career . Bro . Matier is so well posted in every degree , and gives such force aud distinction to all he undertakes , that everything assumes a new and agreeable shape . Ho is a thorough Mason , as well as a thorough Master of Ceremonies ; this is apparent from what we havo seen to-night ; under his guidance
he felt safe , and not only individually did ho speak , but with reference to tho Lodgo and members iu general . The popularity aud prosperity of the St . Audrew ' a Lodge depended greatly upon Bro . Matier , who was its leading light . He had dono his duty , iu aud out of season ; his helping hand is with us at all times , therefore the W . M . called upon the brethreu to do full honour to tho toast of the
Installing Master . After Bro . Richardson had favoured with a song , Bro . Matier rose to acknowledge tho honour dono him from tbe chair aud by the company ; with regard to his owu good deeds ho would be modest , if not dumb . He wished ho wero capable of doing to hia satisfaction what had been ascribed to him . As a M . M . M ., he was ever ready to do all it- his power ; he held himself a Mason first , and as a local agent next . Ho preferred looking at tho universal aspect
of the beloved Craft , by which means ho fully appreciated his own Lodge , whoso prosperity was tho foundation of his ambition . He regretted ho was tho mly one left of the founders able to meet them on these happy occa Lions- The tender love ho had for the Lodge Would ever endear it t > him , and the tics of friendship which bound M . M . M . to each other was a sure pledge of brotherhood . He had often been greefed as •lie father , and had uotcd as Installing Master ; he always did so with great pleasure , aud hoped the time was far
St. Andrew's Lodge Of M.M. Masons, No. 34.
distant when he should bo called upon to relinquish the pleasurable task in which he took so much delight . Although life Is short and uncertain , he hoped to be spared to see the Mark Degree in a better state than he first found it ; and when tho time arrives when his mortal coil must be shaken off , he hoped if . might be said , " That the perfnmeof Freemasonry lingered over him still . " After a song from
llro . Pool , Bro . Rome was entrusted with the gavel , to propose the health of the Visitors ; this he did very ably . In tho name of the Lodge ho est ended a cordial welcome to each and every one ; he was glad to see Bros . Goepel , Smith , Davies , Hooper , and others whoso names he could nofc recall , not only on this , but at all the meetings of the Lodge , there was a hearty welcome extended to every visitor
Who would favour St . Andrew ' s with his presence . Ho called upon f ho brethren to receive the fnasfc with the customary enthusiasm . Bro . Smith returned thanks ; as an old associate , and ono time a member of the Lndcse , he expressed himself at some considerable length ; he bestowed great praise on the efficiency of tlio working of No . 34 , and trusted the kindly feeling ever subsisting between tho
Union Lodge and the St . Andrew ' s wonld continue . Bro . Lano P . P . G . S . D . of Durham and Cnmberland , thought ifc was unnecessary to unite his name with the toast , as tho warrant , of the Lodgo bore his signature , yet . duty called on him to respond ; on his own behalf ho was very pleased to bo there thafc night -, he was happy to meet tho true Masonic face in the north or south , and in any Lodge ; he wished
for unity in all branches of the Craft , and complimented theLodge on its prosperity . Other brethren followed to the same effect , and then Bro . Matier proposed the Charities .- in hia impressive manner he urged every brother In give what he conld , however small ; the many small contributions made huge sums . With the toast was associated the name of the I . P . M . Tho toast was duly hononred , and
Bro . Glendinning sang . The I . P . M . responded for tho Charities ; ho made an effort to secure fands to enable him to take up to Loudon a good sum as Steward to ( he Mark Festival . The appeal for funds for this Charily war , supported by the W . M ., who solicited the aid of every brother . Bro . S . W . proposed the health of tlie Past , Masters in as brief a manner as possible , and gave his opinion that from that
Lodgo the pnrple was given to those who had deserved it . The toast was drnnk heartily . Bro . Rome , on bahnlf of the P . ist Masters returned thanks ; lie staled that all were animated by ono feeling , that is to carry on tho good and welfare of the Lodge ; he hoped this feeling would ever continue . The W . M . next honoured , the Officers by proposing their health , and in doing so said he had
appointed his Officers after grave consideration , and according ti merit . He know they wonld do their duty , and aid in the good government of the Lodge . With Ihe toast was united the name of Bro . Glendinning . The toaafc wns cordially drunk , nnd Bro . Glendinning , as a newly appoinlpd Officer io n Lodge ho had felt ho was ever one of , althonr'h ifc was hut recently he lmd identified himself
with it , look his post tvith pleasure ; he appreciated the tone of tho Lodge , and he would do all in his power lf > extend ifcrj influence , as he felt it was a great ; honour t » belong- to it . ft wns a jutt : or office to that he had previously filled in the Union Lodge , yet he esteemed fche honour conferred . Tho W . M . rose now fo propose a toast , which he stated was not often heard in a M . M . M . Lodge , yet we give our
need of praise to those who kindly come among us to make knowu our progress , and to further the interests of the Craft , in tho north , south , east and west . There is present a brother who represents the Masonic Press ; a brother whom all were glad to see ; ifc is to be hoped that the FREEMASON ' S CHRONICLE may havo a long era of
prosperity . He wonld give them tho tonst of the Masonic Press , united with the name of Bro . Davies . This was drunk with honours , aud Bro . Davies returned thanks . A few more songs and a pleasant •hat ushered in fhe time for the Tyler ' s toast , wheu tbe brethren adjourned , after having spent n , most enjoyable evening .
Croydon Lodge Of Mark Masters, No. 198.
CROYDON LODGE OF MARK MASTERS , No . 198 .
rpUE installation meeting of this young and prosperous Lodge was -L held at Croydon , on Friday , 14 fch instant . Heretofore the Lodge has b en held at the Greyhound Hotel , but following the example of many other brethren , who prefer a private house or a Masonic hall specially devoted to tho purpose , tho members of this Lodge have mado arrangements with Bro . Rhodes for the use of his spacious suite of rooms in High-street , where tho brethren found
every convenience . The Lodge and ante-rooms aro well appointed , and thero is a fine threo manual organ , with nearly 40 stops , worked Wy hydraulic pressure . This welcome addition to the resources of the Lodge-room gave the greatest satisfaction to those present . The Lodge was opened at six p . m . by Bro . J . Close W . M ., J . K . Pitt S . W ., Dibdin as J . W ., W . J . Nichols M . O ., R . W . Brown S . O ., S . N .
Griffiths J . O ., H . A . Pocock Sec , Stampa Lambert Treas ., Ridgo S . D ., Alfred Pocock J . D . There were also present tho V . W . Bros . Goorgo Yaxley I . P . M ., James Stevens P . G . J . O ., William Poore , S . 0 . Dibdin P . G . J . O ., & c . After Bro . Rhodes had been ballotted for and advanced to the honourable degree of M . M . M ., with full ceremonial , by Bro . Stevens P . M . and Bro . Poore P . M ., the chief point of interest
iu the proceedings was reached , and the Board of Installing Masters having been formed , Bro . J . K . Pitts was led from the chair of S . W . to the chair of W . M ., and presented tho dispensation from G . L ., authorising him to be installed . Tho brethren below the chair having retired , Bro . Pitfc was inducted into the mystic seat of Adoniram with all the ancient ceremonies by Bro . Poore ;
and ou the readmissiou of tbe brethren , was saluted in duo form . The new Worshipful Master theu proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers for tho ensuiug year as follows : —Close I . P . M ., Nichols S . W ., Brown J . W ., Griffith M . O ., Ridge S . O ., Lambert J . O . aud Treasurer , H . A . Pocock R . M . and Secretary , A . t'ocook S . D ., Rhodes Org ,, Haynea I . G . A cordial voto of thanks wai awarded to the retiring W . M ., Bro . Close , and ordered to be enteral