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would couple with the toast tho name of Bro . G . I . Dean P . M ., Avho had given valuable assistance in the Lodge . Bro . Dean , iu a feAv well chosen remarks , thanked tho W . M . for tho Avelcomo he had given the Visitors , expressing the pleasure ho and thoy must feel at being present . He congratulated tho Master on tho admirable manner ho had given the third degree that evening ; rarely had he heard
it given in such an impressive aud solemn Avay . Again ho thanked the brethren for the kind Avay they had responded to the toast . In proposing the health of tho W . M ., Bro . Marcheut P . M . expressed the pleasure he had in seeing him do the AA'ork in tho Avsiy ho had ; it gavo hope for the future . Had Bro . Jackson been a greater stranger , he felt he could havo said more , but as ho Avas his bosom friend , he
would content himself by merely calling on the brethren to drink his health . Bro . Jackson , on rising , assured tho brethren that nothing on his part should bo Avanting to forward tho interests of tho Borough Lodgo , and he thanked them for tho hearty Avay his name had been received . Before sitting down , he proposed , in a few
Avell-chosen remarks , tho health of the Past Masters , to Avhich Bro . Marcheut replied . The Tyler ' s toast brought a most enjoyable evening to a close , Avhich had been enlivened by somo capital singing , rendered by Bros . Goss , Ferry , Poad , Thompson , Mackey , Jackson , Cook , & c . Tho visitors prosent wero J . Cook P . M . 481 P . P . G . S . W .,
J . Eidsdale P . M . 40 G P . P . G . S . D ., It . A . Luck P . M . Ill , G . I . Dean P . M . 511 , T . Halliday P . M . 406 , J . Mitchell J . W . 1 G 43 , J . Goss S . S . 481 , W . Loon 1342 , Buchan 223 , It , Ferry 48 , aud S . M . Harris S . D . 40 G , & c .
Alliance Lodge , No . 667 . —The regular monthly meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Temple , Hope-street , Liverpool , ou Tuesday , 18 th Juno . Present—Bros . J . Ellis W . M ., H . Firth S . W ., J . H . Gregory J . W ., T . Peako Secretary , T . Ockleshaw P . M . Treas ., D . Lloyd S . D ., A . Bucknall J . D ., Bailey and Craghill Stewards , It . Foulds I . G ., P . Ball Tyler ; P . M . 's Bros . Bolton , Devaynes , Jackson ,
and Willings . Visitors-Bros . Jones P . M . 1393 , Morris P . M . 78 G , & c The minntes of tho last meeting Avere read and declared correct , after Avhich the Lodge was Avorked up to ' the third degree , and Bros . Dumbell , Jackson , T . E . Willings , Broadbent , and Barker Avere raised to the sublime degree of Master Blasons . Bro . Willings I . P . M . performed the ceremony in his usual splendid and impressive manner .
The Lodge was reduced to the first degree , and W . Bro . Willings kindly gave tho lecture in tho first degree , which delighted and edified all Avho had the good fortune to be present . Several sums of money wero voted from the funds of the Lodge for benevolent purposes , and tho business of the evening being finished , tho Lodge Avas closed in harmony , and the brethren , by command of tho Worshipful Master , adjourned to refreshment .
Panmure General Lodge of Instruction . —The second Craft meeting of this Lodge of Instruction was held at the Antelope Tavern , Loru-road , Brixton , on Thursday evening , tho 20 th inst . Bros . John Coo W . M . of the StockAvell Lodge as W . M ., E . A . Francis S . W ., H . Lovegrove J . W ., Dr . 0 . T . Pearce S . D ., E , Hooker J . D ., C . P . McKay W . M . Panmure Lodge 720 I . G ., James Stevens and
Thomas Poore Preceptors , J . G . Dickie P . G . P . Sec , also Bros . W . H . Cohen , II . Baldwin , G . Lambert , and others . The minutes of the former Craft meeting having been confirmed , the ceremonies of the second and third degrees were ably rehearsed . The brethren present , not already members , Avere unanimously added to the list of founders
of the general Lodge . Bro . Francis was elected W . M . for the next Craft meeting , to be held on tho first Thursday in July , and the Lodgo was closed in peace and harmony . Tho Eoyal Arch ceremony will be worked by Companions connected Avith this general Lodge on Thursday evening next at 8 o ' clock .
Royal Alfred Lodge of Instruction , No . 780 . —On Friday , 14 th Jnne , at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge . Present—Bros . Blasby W . M ., Acworth S . W ., CosteloAv J . W ., Gunner Hon . Sec , Gomm S . D ., Tucker ( Treas . ) J . D ., Talbot I . G . ; P . M . Bro . J . C . Eoe j Bros . Goss W . M . 780 , Kyezor , W . W . Morgan , Botley , & c . Business—Lodge Avas duly opened , and tho minutes of last
meeting were read and confirmed . Lodge was opened up and resumed , when Bro . Goss answered the questions leading to second degree , and was passed in good style . Bro . Botley presented himself ns a candidate , and ansAvered the questions leading to tho sublime degree . The W . M . resumed , and ably rehearsed the initiation
ceremony . Bro . Sec . gave notice that the Audit Committee Avould meet on 21 st inst ., Bro . Acworth Avas appointed W . M . for next meeting . The Lodge was then closed in accordance with ancient custom , and adjourned in peace , harmony , and brotherly love , till Friday 21 st June , at half-past 7 p . m .
Croxteth United Service Lodge , No . 786 . —The regular meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Temple , Hope-street , Liverpool , on Thursday , the 13 th inst . Bros . E . W . Parncll W . M ., J . P . Wright S . W ., F . J . Bailey J . W ., J . Johnstone Sec , T . B . Browne S . D ., P . B . Denchar J . D ., C . Wise I . G ., W . J . Newman P . M . D . C , E . Neville Tyler . P . M . ' s Bros . Carr and Holt . Visitors—Bros . T . K .
Hughes P . M . 1013 , S . M . Davies , FUEEMASON ' S Cimoxicr . K . Tbe customary business having been disposed of , and Bro . C . Wise unanimously elected to tho office of Treas . of tho Lodge for the next year . Bro . S . W . the W . M . Elect , Avas formally presented to the W . Mnster , who in due form put the usual questions , and further obligated , finally installed , and proclaimed Bro . J . P . Wright to be
the W . Master of the Croxteth United Service Lodgo , No . 780 for the ensning year . After the W . M . had received the salutations of the brethren , he immediately proceeded to install his Officers , which , Avith the able assistance of the efficient I . P . M ., was rapidly and gracefully accomplished . The following are the Officers for the next year : —J . P . Wright W . M ., E . W . Parnoll I . P . M ., F . J . Bailey S . W ., J .
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Johnstone J . W ., T . B . Browne Sec , C . Wise Treas ., P . B . Deuchar S . D ., W . T . Smith J . D ., W . E . Skevington I . G ., W . J . Newman P . M . D . C E . Eayner Steward , It . Neville Tyler . Tho usual sum of five pounds was voted from the funds of the Lodgo for tho purpose of making the I . P . M . a Lifo Governor in tho West Lancashire Educational Institution . This method of presenting a retiring Master of
No . 78 G Avith something moro truly Masonic than a Past Master ' s jewel is highly noteworthy . It was announced at this time in the labours of the Lodge , that it was the Worshipful Master ' s command that the brethieu adjourn to banquet . The Croxteth United Service is a very happy , compact , and as regards tho services , well represented Lodgo . Tho military costumes of a number of brethren had
a brilliant effect , as they intermingled with thoso of less striking attire . After tho brethren had done justice to a seasonably selected and Avell catered ¦ menu , tho Worshipfnl Master rose , for tho first timo , to propose the toast of tho Queen , which was drunk with enthusiasm , the brethren singing the National Anthem . Tho next toast thafc W . Bro . Wright had to propose Avas His Eoyal Highness the Priuce
of Wales , the Princess of Wales , and the rest of the Eoyal Family , which Avas heartily received , accompanied Avith tho anthem , " God Bless tho Prince of Wales . " Tho third toast , Our Masonic Eulers , Supreme and Subordinate , Avas next proposed , and cordially drunk , after which the I . P . M ., by permission of tho Worshipfnl Master , assumed control of the gavel , to propose the next toast , and in doing
so , said it Avas a matter of great pleasure to him to give the health of their UOAV W . Master . He said ho felt great gratification iu seeing Bro . Wright occupying the exalted post ho so justly merited , as they all know hoAv faithfully he had Avorked to attain it . He wished the W . Bro . every happiness and prosperity in his year of office , and ho know ho had the entire support and sympathy of the brethren . He
earnestly hoped and confidently believed that t he Lodge during his term of office Avould be more prosperous than in the preceding year . The toast was drunk Avith great cordiality . Bro . Deuchar favoured the brethren with a song . The Worshipful Master in responding to the toast said , Worthy and Worshipfnl brethren , there aro certain positions and periods in one ' s life which call forth tho deepest
and most active sympathies , and nnder such peculiar influences it is very difficult to express and convey adequately the extent of one ' s feelings . I have arrived at that peculiar period , and am placed in that delicate position , and Avords fail to express bow deeply and truly I feel the responsibility of my exalted office . The cordial manner in Avhich our worthy I . P . M . has proposed this toast , and the hearty
manner in Avhich it has been received by you , impresses me greatly , and such fraternal expressions have been the means of making the arduous duties of the Master a pleasure , and tend to inspire redoubled energy into the Avork , and make this Lodge hold such a good and compact position among its sister Lodges . I know yon all desire the future prosperity of tho Lodge to be equal
to that of the past , and I sincerely reciprocate that feeling , and nothing shall be wanting on my part to ensure the attainment of so desirable an end . Brethren , I have now a particular pleasure , as well as a duty , devolving upon me , in proposing the next toast . During the past year we have been under the Bfastcrship of a Brother Avho has advanced the interests of
the Lodge , performed his difficult duties Avith punctuality , efficiency , and zeal , and during his term we havo upon all occasions seen his goodAvill toAvards the Craft , and that excellent trait of a Mason , brotherly loA'e shown towards us to the utmost . I should bo Avanting in my duty to our I . P . M ., as well as to the Lodge , if , in proposing his health , I said less than I have . As a crowning point to his many
excellencies , yon have seen and admired the admirable manner in Avhich he has done the duties of Installing Master to-night . I noAV ask you to drink to the health of our esteemed and Avorthy I . P . M . in tho most cordial manner . The toast was drunk Avith mnsical honours . During the interval Bro . Tompkinson kindly responded to the call for a song . The I . P . M ., on rising to return thanks for the very kind
manner in which his name had been brought before tho brethren , and so warmly received , said he looked back upon his year of office Avith great pleasure , but the position he had attained was one Avhich he had looked fonvard to Avith equal pleasure , and as the I . P . M . he Avould render every aid in his power for tho interests of the Lodge . The toast of the Past Masters Avas very tersely put by tho W . M ., and
Bro . Newman replied in as short and appropriate a manner as possible . Bro . Holt i ' olloAved , and copied the same example as regards brevity . Bro . Wise favoured the brethren with a very humorous song . The next toast , that of the Officers , Avas given with considerable ability , in his remarks the W . M . alluded to the absolute necessity of tho various offices being punctually and
efficiently filled , so that the Master might have proper support , and that good , steady , practical working might bo the prevailing characteristic of every officer . Bro . Tompkinson again volunteered a song . Bro . Bailey , in responding to tho toast said , he was exceedingly pleased to reply to tho toast from the West , and while feeling confident of being able to perform the duties devolving upon him in his
ncAV office , he looked forward to the time when , as a result of his discharging his present office to the satisfaction of all , he would bo able to attain tho exalted post in the East . The other Officers followed , and returned thanks , after Avhich the Worshipful Master gave the toast of the Visitors , and in doing so said he had experienced great kindness from every Lodge he had visited , and ho Avas sure that
the brethren regretted as much as ho did they were not favoured with a larger response to tho invitations sent out . He had , in visiting as often as possible , gleaned a great deal of useful information , and expressed an opinion if there Avere more visiting done there Avould bo less likelihood of divergence from that uniformity in our ritual which Avas so much to be desired . The W . Brother kindly alluded
to the presence of Bro . Davies , who had faithfully responded to tho invitation , and informed the brethren that ho had great pleasure iu forming the acquaintance of that brother Avho he regarded as a thorough Mason , and said that there Avould always be the same cordial welcome extended towards him at all times in No . 78 G . The toast was drunk Avith musical honours . Bro . Davies responded , and
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would couple with the toast tho name of Bro . G . I . Dean P . M ., Avho had given valuable assistance in the Lodge . Bro . Dean , iu a feAv well chosen remarks , thanked tho W . M . for tho Avelcomo he had given the Visitors , expressing the pleasure ho and thoy must feel at being present . He congratulated tho Master on tho admirable manner ho had given the third degree that evening ; rarely had he heard
it given in such an impressive aud solemn Avay . Again ho thanked the brethren for the kind Avay they had responded to the toast . In proposing the health of tho W . M ., Bro . Marcheut P . M . expressed the pleasure he had in seeing him do the AA'ork in tho Avsiy ho had ; it gavo hope for the future . Had Bro . Jackson been a greater stranger , he felt he could havo said more , but as ho Avas his bosom friend , he
would content himself by merely calling on the brethren to drink his health . Bro . Jackson , on rising , assured tho brethren that nothing on his part should bo Avanting to forward tho interests of tho Borough Lodgo , and he thanked them for tho hearty Avay his name had been received . Before sitting down , he proposed , in a few
Avell-chosen remarks , tho health of the Past Masters , to Avhich Bro . Marcheut replied . The Tyler ' s toast brought a most enjoyable evening to a close , Avhich had been enlivened by somo capital singing , rendered by Bros . Goss , Ferry , Poad , Thompson , Mackey , Jackson , Cook , & c . Tho visitors prosent wero J . Cook P . M . 481 P . P . G . S . W .,
J . Eidsdale P . M . 40 G P . P . G . S . D ., It . A . Luck P . M . Ill , G . I . Dean P . M . 511 , T . Halliday P . M . 406 , J . Mitchell J . W . 1 G 43 , J . Goss S . S . 481 , W . Loon 1342 , Buchan 223 , It , Ferry 48 , aud S . M . Harris S . D . 40 G , & c .
Alliance Lodge , No . 667 . —The regular monthly meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Temple , Hope-street , Liverpool , ou Tuesday , 18 th Juno . Present—Bros . J . Ellis W . M ., H . Firth S . W ., J . H . Gregory J . W ., T . Peako Secretary , T . Ockleshaw P . M . Treas ., D . Lloyd S . D ., A . Bucknall J . D ., Bailey and Craghill Stewards , It . Foulds I . G ., P . Ball Tyler ; P . M . 's Bros . Bolton , Devaynes , Jackson ,
and Willings . Visitors-Bros . Jones P . M . 1393 , Morris P . M . 78 G , & c The minntes of tho last meeting Avere read and declared correct , after Avhich the Lodge was Avorked up to ' the third degree , and Bros . Dumbell , Jackson , T . E . Willings , Broadbent , and Barker Avere raised to the sublime degree of Master Blasons . Bro . Willings I . P . M . performed the ceremony in his usual splendid and impressive manner .
The Lodge was reduced to the first degree , and W . Bro . Willings kindly gave tho lecture in tho first degree , which delighted and edified all Avho had the good fortune to be present . Several sums of money wero voted from the funds of the Lodge for benevolent purposes , and tho business of the evening being finished , tho Lodge Avas closed in harmony , and the brethren , by command of tho Worshipful Master , adjourned to refreshment .
Panmure General Lodge of Instruction . —The second Craft meeting of this Lodge of Instruction was held at the Antelope Tavern , Loru-road , Brixton , on Thursday evening , tho 20 th inst . Bros . John Coo W . M . of the StockAvell Lodge as W . M ., E . A . Francis S . W ., H . Lovegrove J . W ., Dr . 0 . T . Pearce S . D ., E , Hooker J . D ., C . P . McKay W . M . Panmure Lodge 720 I . G ., James Stevens and
Thomas Poore Preceptors , J . G . Dickie P . G . P . Sec , also Bros . W . H . Cohen , II . Baldwin , G . Lambert , and others . The minutes of the former Craft meeting having been confirmed , the ceremonies of the second and third degrees were ably rehearsed . The brethren present , not already members , Avere unanimously added to the list of founders
of the general Lodge . Bro . Francis was elected W . M . for the next Craft meeting , to be held on tho first Thursday in July , and the Lodgo was closed in peace and harmony . Tho Eoyal Arch ceremony will be worked by Companions connected Avith this general Lodge on Thursday evening next at 8 o ' clock .
Royal Alfred Lodge of Instruction , No . 780 . —On Friday , 14 th Jnne , at the Star and Garter Hotel , Kew Bridge . Present—Bros . Blasby W . M ., Acworth S . W ., CosteloAv J . W ., Gunner Hon . Sec , Gomm S . D ., Tucker ( Treas . ) J . D ., Talbot I . G . ; P . M . Bro . J . C . Eoe j Bros . Goss W . M . 780 , Kyezor , W . W . Morgan , Botley , & c . Business—Lodge Avas duly opened , and tho minutes of last
meeting were read and confirmed . Lodge was opened up and resumed , when Bro . Goss answered the questions leading to second degree , and was passed in good style . Bro . Botley presented himself ns a candidate , and ansAvered the questions leading to tho sublime degree . The W . M . resumed , and ably rehearsed the initiation
ceremony . Bro . Sec . gave notice that the Audit Committee Avould meet on 21 st inst ., Bro . Acworth Avas appointed W . M . for next meeting . The Lodge was then closed in accordance with ancient custom , and adjourned in peace , harmony , and brotherly love , till Friday 21 st June , at half-past 7 p . m .
Croxteth United Service Lodge , No . 786 . —The regular meeting of this Lodge was held at the Masonic Temple , Hope-street , Liverpool , on Thursday , the 13 th inst . Bros . E . W . Parncll W . M ., J . P . Wright S . W ., F . J . Bailey J . W ., J . Johnstone Sec , T . B . Browne S . D ., P . B . Denchar J . D ., C . Wise I . G ., W . J . Newman P . M . D . C , E . Neville Tyler . P . M . ' s Bros . Carr and Holt . Visitors—Bros . T . K .
Hughes P . M . 1013 , S . M . Davies , FUEEMASON ' S Cimoxicr . K . Tbe customary business having been disposed of , and Bro . C . Wise unanimously elected to tho office of Treas . of tho Lodge for the next year . Bro . S . W . the W . M . Elect , Avas formally presented to the W . Mnster , who in due form put the usual questions , and further obligated , finally installed , and proclaimed Bro . J . P . Wright to be
the W . Master of the Croxteth United Service Lodgo , No . 780 for the ensning year . After the W . M . had received the salutations of the brethren , he immediately proceeded to install his Officers , which , Avith the able assistance of the efficient I . P . M ., was rapidly and gracefully accomplished . The following are the Officers for the next year : —J . P . Wright W . M ., E . W . Parnoll I . P . M ., F . J . Bailey S . W ., J .
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Johnstone J . W ., T . B . Browne Sec , C . Wise Treas ., P . B . Deuchar S . D ., W . T . Smith J . D ., W . E . Skevington I . G ., W . J . Newman P . M . D . C E . Eayner Steward , It . Neville Tyler . Tho usual sum of five pounds was voted from the funds of the Lodgo for tho purpose of making the I . P . M . a Lifo Governor in tho West Lancashire Educational Institution . This method of presenting a retiring Master of
No . 78 G Avith something moro truly Masonic than a Past Master ' s jewel is highly noteworthy . It was announced at this time in the labours of the Lodge , that it was the Worshipful Master ' s command that the brethieu adjourn to banquet . The Croxteth United Service is a very happy , compact , and as regards tho services , well represented Lodgo . Tho military costumes of a number of brethren had
a brilliant effect , as they intermingled with thoso of less striking attire . After tho brethren had done justice to a seasonably selected and Avell catered ¦ menu , tho Worshipfnl Master rose , for tho first timo , to propose the toast of tho Queen , which was drunk with enthusiasm , the brethren singing the National Anthem . Tho next toast thafc W . Bro . Wright had to propose Avas His Eoyal Highness the Priuce
of Wales , the Princess of Wales , and the rest of the Eoyal Family , which Avas heartily received , accompanied Avith tho anthem , " God Bless tho Prince of Wales . " Tho third toast , Our Masonic Eulers , Supreme and Subordinate , Avas next proposed , and cordially drunk , after which the I . P . M ., by permission of tho Worshipfnl Master , assumed control of the gavel , to propose the next toast , and in doing
so , said it Avas a matter of great pleasure to him to give the health of their UOAV W . Master . He said ho felt great gratification iu seeing Bro . Wright occupying the exalted post ho so justly merited , as they all know hoAv faithfully he had Avorked to attain it . He wished the W . Bro . every happiness and prosperity in his year of office , and ho know ho had the entire support and sympathy of the brethren . He
earnestly hoped and confidently believed that t he Lodge during his term of office Avould be more prosperous than in the preceding year . The toast was drunk Avith great cordiality . Bro . Deuchar favoured the brethren with a song . The Worshipful Master in responding to the toast said , Worthy and Worshipfnl brethren , there aro certain positions and periods in one ' s life which call forth tho deepest
and most active sympathies , and nnder such peculiar influences it is very difficult to express and convey adequately the extent of one ' s feelings . I have arrived at that peculiar period , and am placed in that delicate position , and Avords fail to express bow deeply and truly I feel the responsibility of my exalted office . The cordial manner in Avhich our worthy I . P . M . has proposed this toast , and the hearty
manner in Avhich it has been received by you , impresses me greatly , and such fraternal expressions have been the means of making the arduous duties of the Master a pleasure , and tend to inspire redoubled energy into the Avork , and make this Lodge hold such a good and compact position among its sister Lodges . I know yon all desire the future prosperity of tho Lodge to be equal
to that of the past , and I sincerely reciprocate that feeling , and nothing shall be wanting on my part to ensure the attainment of so desirable an end . Brethren , I have now a particular pleasure , as well as a duty , devolving upon me , in proposing the next toast . During the past year we have been under the Bfastcrship of a Brother Avho has advanced the interests of
the Lodge , performed his difficult duties Avith punctuality , efficiency , and zeal , and during his term we havo upon all occasions seen his goodAvill toAvards the Craft , and that excellent trait of a Mason , brotherly loA'e shown towards us to the utmost . I should bo Avanting in my duty to our I . P . M ., as well as to the Lodge , if , in proposing his health , I said less than I have . As a crowning point to his many
excellencies , yon have seen and admired the admirable manner in Avhich he has done the duties of Installing Master to-night . I noAV ask you to drink to the health of our esteemed and Avorthy I . P . M . in tho most cordial manner . The toast was drunk Avith mnsical honours . During the interval Bro . Tompkinson kindly responded to the call for a song . The I . P . M ., on rising to return thanks for the very kind
manner in which his name had been brought before tho brethren , and so warmly received , said he looked back upon his year of office Avith great pleasure , but the position he had attained was one Avhich he had looked fonvard to Avith equal pleasure , and as the I . P . M . he Avould render every aid in his power for tho interests of the Lodge . The toast of the Past Masters Avas very tersely put by tho W . M ., and
Bro . Newman replied in as short and appropriate a manner as possible . Bro . Holt i ' olloAved , and copied the same example as regards brevity . Bro . Wise favoured the brethren with a very humorous song . The next toast , that of the Officers , Avas given with considerable ability , in his remarks the W . M . alluded to the absolute necessity of tho various offices being punctually and
efficiently filled , so that the Master might have proper support , and that good , steady , practical working might bo the prevailing characteristic of every officer . Bro . Tompkinson again volunteered a song . Bro . Bailey , in responding to tho toast said , he was exceedingly pleased to reply to tho toast from the West , and while feeling confident of being able to perform the duties devolving upon him in his
ncAV office , he looked forward to the time when , as a result of his discharging his present office to the satisfaction of all , he would bo able to attain tho exalted post in the East . The other Officers followed , and returned thanks , after Avhich the Worshipful Master gave the toast of the Visitors , and in doing so said he had experienced great kindness from every Lodge he had visited , and ho Avas sure that
the brethren regretted as much as ho did they were not favoured with a larger response to tho invitations sent out . He had , in visiting as often as possible , gleaned a great deal of useful information , and expressed an opinion if there Avere more visiting done there Avould bo less likelihood of divergence from that uniformity in our ritual which Avas so much to be desired . The W . Brother kindly alluded
to the presence of Bro . Davies , who had faithfully responded to tho invitation , and informed the brethren that ho had great pleasure iu forming the acquaintance of that brother Avho he regarded as a thorough Mason , and said that there Avould always be the same cordial welcome extended towards him at all times in No . 78 G . The toast was drunk Avith musical honours . Bro . Davies responded , and