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and these have been coloured a primrose tint , -with rwa-aing Greek ornaments , stencilled in a greyish-brown colour on the face , and in the space between a foliated pattern is picked out in various colours , and in the centre with the emblems of the Lodge , the P . G . Lodge , and the HA . Chapter , in gold and colours appropriate to these orders and degrees . The wall space is of a salmon tint , and is
divided into panels by red and white lines with ornamental stencilled corners , all in keeping with the style of the building . The ceiling is divided by ornamental ribs , continuous with tho pilasters , and these are picked ont in two or three tints , and the spaces between , panelled and filled in with a diaper pattern on a delicate green ground . The entrances are flanked by fluted columns , painted
white and edged with gold . The frieze has a groundwork of dark blue , relieved by monograms and Masonio symbols of appropriate character and design , forming s very pleasing and effective whole . These alterations having been completed , it was considered a suitable occasion to bring together all the old Past Masters and other members of the Lodge , and at the invitation of the W . M . tho regular
Lodge meeting , held on the 14 th inst ., was graced by the presence of several who still retain their allegiance and have regard for their mother Lodge . Amongst the P . M . 's present were Bros . Mark E . Frost P . G . S . W ., Lient .-Colonel E . Gait , J . P ., Alderman E . M . Wells , J . P ., G . S . Lancaster , J . P ., Alderman A . Cndlipp , G . Rake , H . Threadingham , W . E . Atkins , T . P . Palsgrave , and R . W . Beale ,
letters of apology being received from Bros . T . Cousins , Alderman J . Baker , and E . Bunting . Amongst the visitors and members of tho Lodge who attended were the following : —Bros . Dr . C . Knott P . M . 342 , Alderman G . Peters , Albert Wendover P . M . 1069 , H . P . Holley , J . T . Thackara , T . Cowd , F . Meredith , G . Pearman , B . Hill , T . P . Latter , W . Bates , G . Rutledge , J . Barron , A . J . Futcher , G . Read .
ing , A . Lewis , H , E . Loader , G . F . Bevis , J . Biggs , W . H . Biggs , W . Maybour , G . Coffin , C . J . Coffin , G . H . Dean , A . G . Cnrtiss , H . Lane , T . W . Haydon , J . Jenkins , J . Astridge P . P . G . P ., J . D . Morant , C . F . Brown , A . Holley , W . Marsballsay , F . W . Fay , & o . Bro . H . P . Holley S . W . was unanimously elected W . M . of the Lodge for the ensuing year . The banquet was presided over by the W . M .,
Bro . Ontridge , who , in a most fraternal manner and an able speech , proposed the health of tbe Past Masters of the Lodge , referring to the high positions held by them in the town and to fche esteem and regard entertained for them by the members of the Lodge . Colonel Gait replied in impressive terms , and mentioned that he had filled the chair so long back as 1850 . At a given signal from the W . M .,
there was unveiled an elaborately wrought memorial tablet , consti . fcuted of a frame-work of hard white French stone , beautifully carved and gilt with a dove-coloured marble panel , on which was out the names of all the W . M . 's who had filled the chair since the constitution of the Lodge in 1843 . The culminating feature of the proceedings was tbe presentation of a three-quarter life-size portrait
in oil of Bro . G . S . Lancaster , J . P . The picture , which is a most truthful likeness of Bro . Lancaster , with all bis Masonio decorations fully depicted , has been painted by Mr . Harry Lane , and does him infinite credit . It is , apart from its fidelity , a work of art , and was very much admired and appreciated . The portrait was enclosed in a massive gilt frame , aud bore the following inscription . — "
Presented to the Portsmouth Lodge by the private subscription of tbe members , as a mark of regard and esteem , aud to perpetuate the memory of a most worthy brother , Geo . S . Lancaster , J . P ., P . M . P . P . G . W . Hants and I . le of Wight . —February 1884 . " The picture was formally presented to the Lodge by Brother Thread , ingham , who made a feeling and suitable allusion to the
services rendered to the Lodge by Bro . Lancaster . Bro . Rake P . M ., in a felicitous speech , proposed the health of Bro . Lancaster , who , in reply , congratulated Brother Outridge on his very successful year of office , and on having carried out tho long-contemplated alterations and improvements to the Lodge room and premises , which he said were now the best in the Province . Bro . Rake was heartily
thanked for his kindness in superintending the work of decoration . Several excellent glees and songs were given by the members , accompanied by the Organist Bro . Pearman . The W . M . received quite an ovation at the hands of the brethren , which he richly deserved , for no brother has more evenly pursued tbe tenour of his way , or worked harder for the welfare of the Lodge than Bro . Outridge . — Portsmouth Times .
POLISH NATIONAL LODGE , No . 534 . rpHE meeting of the above Lodge which took place on Thursday , X l ^ th February , at the Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen-street ,
J s one which is well worthy of record . Bros . E . T . Smith W . M ., J . J . Runtz S . W ., J . 0 . Bieling J . W ., Tongue S . D ., Oliver Bryant , J . D ., Foster I . G ., and Banks Tyler . Dnring the evening Bro . T . P . Thompson was raised , ancl J . Tolly passed , while Dr . C . Renner , was admitted into Freemasonry . All these ceremonies were
performed in the most accurate manner . During the evening it was proposed , as the usual meeting in April would take place on the Thursday before Good Friday , that it should be postponed until the following Thursday . It was also proposed that Bro . Sprague should be accepted as a joining member . After all other business had been performed , Lodge was closed in the usual manner , ancl the brethren
adjourned to the banquet hall . After grace had been said by Rev . Bro . Graham , nnd the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts had been honoured , tho health of the W . M . was proposed by the I . P . M ., and accepted with enthusiasm . Tho W . M . responded iu the most satisfactory manner , promising to do all that he could to advance the welfare of the Polish National Lodge . He next proposed the toast of the
evening—that of the Initiate , Bro . Dr . Charles Renner . This was greeted with general enthusiasm , and besfc wishes wero expressed for his future prosperity . The interval between this and the reply of fche Initiate was filled by the Entered Apprentice Song , by Bro . Gordon . Bro . Dr . Renner , in response to the toast of his health , said : Wor . shipful Master and Biethren , —1 beg to offer you my most sincere
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thanks for the cordial reception with which you have honoured me . I am especially indebted to my friends Drs . Jagielski and Jackson for having proposed me to this noble society , and to you , Worshipfnl Master , for the trouble you have taken in bringing me through the first stage . If you would ask me what induced me to wish to become a Freemason , I should feel some embarrassment and difficulty in
giving an exact reply . If , however , you will be satisfied with the reply I give to my own mind , in putting the same question to myself , it is this—I have known many most earnest and most honourable men to be Freemasons ; men who act up to their principles with enthusiasm ; hence my desire to follow their example . The object of Freemasonry is , as I believe , the enlightenment of the mind , the
ennoblement of the heart , the care for each other's welfare , as also for that of mankind at large . As far as such is within the power of an individual or a society , and as first impressions are generally allowed to be true , and seldom disappoint , I feel that the impression which I have received to-night in this venerable Society goes far to re-assure me that my anticipations and hopes will not onlv be crowned with
realisation , but even be far surpassed . It has created within me a desire to fulfil my duties , whatever my share may be , to the best of my ability , and in thanking you again for the great kindness with which yon have received me into your midst , I now raise my glass to the " vivat floroat crescat "—the Polish National Lodge . Storming applause followed this able address , and then a German tenor song ,
by Dr . Jagielski . "Die Letze Somraer Rose . " The health of the Visitors formed the next feature of interest . The toasfc included the names of Broa . James Perkins P . M . Mornington 1672 , Robert H . Goffin S . W . Carnarvon 1572 , J . A . Farlow J . D . Old Kings Arras 28 , R . Kelsey Strong Man 15 , Henry Enson Royal Albert No . 907 , Rev . John Graham Sincerity 1019 ; it was responded to by Bro .
Perkins , who expressed his admiration at the working of the Polish National Lodge , and especially alluded to the able manner in whioh the W . M . had performed the arduous duty of working the ceremonies of the three degrees . Bro . Graham next responded ; he spoke in admiration of the hospitality , speeches , and harmony of the brethren , and expressed his approval of the able manner in which fche real principles of Freemasonry were upheld . Bro . Saegert P . M . Wellington
Lodge also dwelt in terms of praise on the working of the W . M . He also alluded most especially to the elegant speech of the Initiate . After excellent harmony by Bros . Runtz and Gordon , the toast of the P . M . ' s was cheerfully greeted ; this included the names of Bros . Lancaster , Nowakowski , Paas , Jagielski , and Jackson , who responded . After this tbe toast of the Officers and that oi the Tyler brought a most pleasant evening to a close .
URBAN LODGE , No . 1196 . AN unprecedented attendance of members and visitors assembled at Freemasons' Hall , on Tuesday , 12 th instant , to witness the installation of Brother Charles Hawksley P . M . 1702 S . W . and W . M .
elect . Lodge was opened shortly after hve o clock by the Worshipful Master , Brother Georgo E . Fairchild , supported by Bros . Charles Hawksley S . W ., C . Butler J . W ., F . J . Beck S . D ., J . Tacon J . D ., J . H . Lee I . G ., W . E . Haycock P . M . M . C , R . W . Cheadle Wine Steward ,
and the following Past Masters , members , and visitors : —P . M . ' s Bros . Blatchford , Eckstein , Ware , Creswick , Tickle , Pearson , Radford , Heath , Jeffery ; also Bros . Sage , J . J . Smith , Papworth , R . H . Smith , Eckstein , Price , W . T . Smith , M . D ., Liebmann , Blore , Cherri 11 , Jones , Morison , Hodgkinson , Manuel , Webb , Cheadle , Drake , Whitehouse , Miele , Lehmeyer , and Branton , M . D . ; Visitors—Bros . Hunn *
1895 , Daviniere 1 R 69 , Lewis 338 , Stevens 901 , G . Fulker 569 , J . Simpson 1196 , Lister 145 , Oxley 1950 , Mulley 256 , Johnson 256 , W . A . Tinney 1319 , Henrv Tinney 1319 , Swain 1328 , Barratt 3 , Conolly 173 , Brinclling 173 , Davis ( Athelstane ) , U . S . A ., Poynter 943 , Tyler 59 , King 1642 , Founta ' n 948 , Foxley 173 , Fitzgerald 1364 , Webb 1607 , Morris 173 , Cordwell 3 , Goldney 1702 , Tindell 1702 , Brookes 1329 ,
Humphreys 538 , Bunley 902 , Dickenson 1298 , Sayer 1475 , Philpott 1891 , Buck 1702 , Ruff 95 , Green 1974 , Maclean 1319 , Harding 1238 , Galer 1366 , Isaacs 795 , Luck 8 , Watts 194 , Cunningham 1612 , Allhaiisen 435 , Herf 180 , Louigsberg ( Adler ) , Frankfort-ou-the-Maine , Butler 34 , Grosley 183 , Soman 197 , and Flood 1642 . After the confirmation of the minutes , Lodgo was opened in the second
degree , and Brother C . H . Price , being a candidate for raising , was examined and entrusted , and afterwards raised to fche sublime degree of M . M . in a perfect and masterly manner by the W . M . The W . M . elect was then presented and obligated , and in due course regularly installed in the Master's chair . Brother Hawksley is to be congratulated upon the array of Installed Master who attended -no less than
forty being present—from whom he received many hearby wishes for a prosperous year of office . The lay members having been re-admitted , the W . M . was proclaimed and saluted in the three degrees , after which he proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers : —Bros . C . Butler S . W ., J . T . Beck J . W ., R . H . Pearson Treasurer , J . E . Carpouter Secretary , J . W . Tacon S . D , J . H . Leo J . D ., F . Eckstein
P . M . M . C , Robert W . Chundle I . G ., W . L . Haycock P . M . Wine Steward , B . Simkins Assistant Wine Steward , G . E . Miele Steward . The I . P . M . then delivered the addresses to the Master , Wardens , and brethren in a style which left little to be desired . Tho evening had by this time somewhat advanced , and after the balance sheet and sundry routine matters had been disposed of , Lodge was closed in
peace and harmony , and the brethren adjourned to the Crown-room , when both members and visitors , to the number of ninety , sat down to a capitally-served banquet , provided by Messrs . Spiers and Pond , under the superintendance of Bro . Dawkins , which gave every satisfaction . After grace , the W . M . gave tbe toast of the Queen and tbe
Craft , remarking that it required , no words of his to add to the enthusiasm with which it was always received afc Masonic meetings , for she excelled in the duties of a "Q . een , wife , and mother . " God Save the Queen , a version by Bro . J . E . Carpenter , was then sung . In proposing the M . W . G . M . His Royal Highness tho Priuce of Wales , the W . M . observed thafc bi _ popularity -was undoubted , and hia asso-
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and these have been coloured a primrose tint , -with rwa-aing Greek ornaments , stencilled in a greyish-brown colour on the face , and in the space between a foliated pattern is picked out in various colours , and in the centre with the emblems of the Lodge , the P . G . Lodge , and the HA . Chapter , in gold and colours appropriate to these orders and degrees . The wall space is of a salmon tint , and is
divided into panels by red and white lines with ornamental stencilled corners , all in keeping with the style of the building . The ceiling is divided by ornamental ribs , continuous with tho pilasters , and these are picked ont in two or three tints , and the spaces between , panelled and filled in with a diaper pattern on a delicate green ground . The entrances are flanked by fluted columns , painted
white and edged with gold . The frieze has a groundwork of dark blue , relieved by monograms and Masonio symbols of appropriate character and design , forming s very pleasing and effective whole . These alterations having been completed , it was considered a suitable occasion to bring together all the old Past Masters and other members of the Lodge , and at the invitation of the W . M . tho regular
Lodge meeting , held on the 14 th inst ., was graced by the presence of several who still retain their allegiance and have regard for their mother Lodge . Amongst the P . M . 's present were Bros . Mark E . Frost P . G . S . W ., Lient .-Colonel E . Gait , J . P ., Alderman E . M . Wells , J . P ., G . S . Lancaster , J . P ., Alderman A . Cndlipp , G . Rake , H . Threadingham , W . E . Atkins , T . P . Palsgrave , and R . W . Beale ,
letters of apology being received from Bros . T . Cousins , Alderman J . Baker , and E . Bunting . Amongst the visitors and members of tho Lodge who attended were the following : —Bros . Dr . C . Knott P . M . 342 , Alderman G . Peters , Albert Wendover P . M . 1069 , H . P . Holley , J . T . Thackara , T . Cowd , F . Meredith , G . Pearman , B . Hill , T . P . Latter , W . Bates , G . Rutledge , J . Barron , A . J . Futcher , G . Read .
ing , A . Lewis , H , E . Loader , G . F . Bevis , J . Biggs , W . H . Biggs , W . Maybour , G . Coffin , C . J . Coffin , G . H . Dean , A . G . Cnrtiss , H . Lane , T . W . Haydon , J . Jenkins , J . Astridge P . P . G . P ., J . D . Morant , C . F . Brown , A . Holley , W . Marsballsay , F . W . Fay , & o . Bro . H . P . Holley S . W . was unanimously elected W . M . of the Lodge for the ensuing year . The banquet was presided over by the W . M .,
Bro . Ontridge , who , in a most fraternal manner and an able speech , proposed the health of tbe Past Masters of the Lodge , referring to the high positions held by them in the town and to fche esteem and regard entertained for them by the members of the Lodge . Colonel Gait replied in impressive terms , and mentioned that he had filled the chair so long back as 1850 . At a given signal from the W . M .,
there was unveiled an elaborately wrought memorial tablet , consti . fcuted of a frame-work of hard white French stone , beautifully carved and gilt with a dove-coloured marble panel , on which was out the names of all the W . M . 's who had filled the chair since the constitution of the Lodge in 1843 . The culminating feature of the proceedings was tbe presentation of a three-quarter life-size portrait
in oil of Bro . G . S . Lancaster , J . P . The picture , which is a most truthful likeness of Bro . Lancaster , with all bis Masonio decorations fully depicted , has been painted by Mr . Harry Lane , and does him infinite credit . It is , apart from its fidelity , a work of art , and was very much admired and appreciated . The portrait was enclosed in a massive gilt frame , aud bore the following inscription . — "
Presented to the Portsmouth Lodge by the private subscription of tbe members , as a mark of regard and esteem , aud to perpetuate the memory of a most worthy brother , Geo . S . Lancaster , J . P ., P . M . P . P . G . W . Hants and I . le of Wight . —February 1884 . " The picture was formally presented to the Lodge by Brother Thread , ingham , who made a feeling and suitable allusion to the
services rendered to the Lodge by Bro . Lancaster . Bro . Rake P . M ., in a felicitous speech , proposed the health of Bro . Lancaster , who , in reply , congratulated Brother Outridge on his very successful year of office , and on having carried out tho long-contemplated alterations and improvements to the Lodge room and premises , which he said were now the best in the Province . Bro . Rake was heartily
thanked for his kindness in superintending the work of decoration . Several excellent glees and songs were given by the members , accompanied by the Organist Bro . Pearman . The W . M . received quite an ovation at the hands of the brethren , which he richly deserved , for no brother has more evenly pursued tbe tenour of his way , or worked harder for the welfare of the Lodge than Bro . Outridge . — Portsmouth Times .
POLISH NATIONAL LODGE , No . 534 . rpHE meeting of the above Lodge which took place on Thursday , X l ^ th February , at the Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen-street ,
J s one which is well worthy of record . Bros . E . T . Smith W . M ., J . J . Runtz S . W ., J . 0 . Bieling J . W ., Tongue S . D ., Oliver Bryant , J . D ., Foster I . G ., and Banks Tyler . Dnring the evening Bro . T . P . Thompson was raised , ancl J . Tolly passed , while Dr . C . Renner , was admitted into Freemasonry . All these ceremonies were
performed in the most accurate manner . During the evening it was proposed , as the usual meeting in April would take place on the Thursday before Good Friday , that it should be postponed until the following Thursday . It was also proposed that Bro . Sprague should be accepted as a joining member . After all other business had been performed , Lodge was closed in the usual manner , ancl the brethren
adjourned to the banquet hall . After grace had been said by Rev . Bro . Graham , nnd the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts had been honoured , tho health of the W . M . was proposed by the I . P . M ., and accepted with enthusiasm . Tho W . M . responded iu the most satisfactory manner , promising to do all that he could to advance the welfare of the Polish National Lodge . He next proposed the toast of the
evening—that of the Initiate , Bro . Dr . Charles Renner . This was greeted with general enthusiasm , and besfc wishes wero expressed for his future prosperity . The interval between this and the reply of fche Initiate was filled by the Entered Apprentice Song , by Bro . Gordon . Bro . Dr . Renner , in response to the toast of his health , said : Wor . shipful Master and Biethren , —1 beg to offer you my most sincere
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thanks for the cordial reception with which you have honoured me . I am especially indebted to my friends Drs . Jagielski and Jackson for having proposed me to this noble society , and to you , Worshipfnl Master , for the trouble you have taken in bringing me through the first stage . If you would ask me what induced me to wish to become a Freemason , I should feel some embarrassment and difficulty in
giving an exact reply . If , however , you will be satisfied with the reply I give to my own mind , in putting the same question to myself , it is this—I have known many most earnest and most honourable men to be Freemasons ; men who act up to their principles with enthusiasm ; hence my desire to follow their example . The object of Freemasonry is , as I believe , the enlightenment of the mind , the
ennoblement of the heart , the care for each other's welfare , as also for that of mankind at large . As far as such is within the power of an individual or a society , and as first impressions are generally allowed to be true , and seldom disappoint , I feel that the impression which I have received to-night in this venerable Society goes far to re-assure me that my anticipations and hopes will not onlv be crowned with
realisation , but even be far surpassed . It has created within me a desire to fulfil my duties , whatever my share may be , to the best of my ability , and in thanking you again for the great kindness with which yon have received me into your midst , I now raise my glass to the " vivat floroat crescat "—the Polish National Lodge . Storming applause followed this able address , and then a German tenor song ,
by Dr . Jagielski . "Die Letze Somraer Rose . " The health of the Visitors formed the next feature of interest . The toasfc included the names of Broa . James Perkins P . M . Mornington 1672 , Robert H . Goffin S . W . Carnarvon 1572 , J . A . Farlow J . D . Old Kings Arras 28 , R . Kelsey Strong Man 15 , Henry Enson Royal Albert No . 907 , Rev . John Graham Sincerity 1019 ; it was responded to by Bro .
Perkins , who expressed his admiration at the working of the Polish National Lodge , and especially alluded to the able manner in whioh the W . M . had performed the arduous duty of working the ceremonies of the three degrees . Bro . Graham next responded ; he spoke in admiration of the hospitality , speeches , and harmony of the brethren , and expressed his approval of the able manner in which fche real principles of Freemasonry were upheld . Bro . Saegert P . M . Wellington
Lodge also dwelt in terms of praise on the working of the W . M . He also alluded most especially to the elegant speech of the Initiate . After excellent harmony by Bros . Runtz and Gordon , the toast of the P . M . ' s was cheerfully greeted ; this included the names of Bros . Lancaster , Nowakowski , Paas , Jagielski , and Jackson , who responded . After this tbe toast of the Officers and that oi the Tyler brought a most pleasant evening to a close .
URBAN LODGE , No . 1196 . AN unprecedented attendance of members and visitors assembled at Freemasons' Hall , on Tuesday , 12 th instant , to witness the installation of Brother Charles Hawksley P . M . 1702 S . W . and W . M .
elect . Lodge was opened shortly after hve o clock by the Worshipful Master , Brother Georgo E . Fairchild , supported by Bros . Charles Hawksley S . W ., C . Butler J . W ., F . J . Beck S . D ., J . Tacon J . D ., J . H . Lee I . G ., W . E . Haycock P . M . M . C , R . W . Cheadle Wine Steward ,
and the following Past Masters , members , and visitors : —P . M . ' s Bros . Blatchford , Eckstein , Ware , Creswick , Tickle , Pearson , Radford , Heath , Jeffery ; also Bros . Sage , J . J . Smith , Papworth , R . H . Smith , Eckstein , Price , W . T . Smith , M . D ., Liebmann , Blore , Cherri 11 , Jones , Morison , Hodgkinson , Manuel , Webb , Cheadle , Drake , Whitehouse , Miele , Lehmeyer , and Branton , M . D . ; Visitors—Bros . Hunn *
1895 , Daviniere 1 R 69 , Lewis 338 , Stevens 901 , G . Fulker 569 , J . Simpson 1196 , Lister 145 , Oxley 1950 , Mulley 256 , Johnson 256 , W . A . Tinney 1319 , Henrv Tinney 1319 , Swain 1328 , Barratt 3 , Conolly 173 , Brinclling 173 , Davis ( Athelstane ) , U . S . A ., Poynter 943 , Tyler 59 , King 1642 , Founta ' n 948 , Foxley 173 , Fitzgerald 1364 , Webb 1607 , Morris 173 , Cordwell 3 , Goldney 1702 , Tindell 1702 , Brookes 1329 ,
Humphreys 538 , Bunley 902 , Dickenson 1298 , Sayer 1475 , Philpott 1891 , Buck 1702 , Ruff 95 , Green 1974 , Maclean 1319 , Harding 1238 , Galer 1366 , Isaacs 795 , Luck 8 , Watts 194 , Cunningham 1612 , Allhaiisen 435 , Herf 180 , Louigsberg ( Adler ) , Frankfort-ou-the-Maine , Butler 34 , Grosley 183 , Soman 197 , and Flood 1642 . After the confirmation of the minutes , Lodgo was opened in the second
degree , and Brother C . H . Price , being a candidate for raising , was examined and entrusted , and afterwards raised to fche sublime degree of M . M . in a perfect and masterly manner by the W . M . The W . M . elect was then presented and obligated , and in due course regularly installed in the Master's chair . Brother Hawksley is to be congratulated upon the array of Installed Master who attended -no less than
forty being present—from whom he received many hearby wishes for a prosperous year of office . The lay members having been re-admitted , the W . M . was proclaimed and saluted in the three degrees , after which he proceeded to appoint and invest his Officers : —Bros . C . Butler S . W ., J . T . Beck J . W ., R . H . Pearson Treasurer , J . E . Carpouter Secretary , J . W . Tacon S . D , J . H . Leo J . D ., F . Eckstein
P . M . M . C , Robert W . Chundle I . G ., W . L . Haycock P . M . Wine Steward , B . Simkins Assistant Wine Steward , G . E . Miele Steward . The I . P . M . then delivered the addresses to the Master , Wardens , and brethren in a style which left little to be desired . Tho evening had by this time somewhat advanced , and after the balance sheet and sundry routine matters had been disposed of , Lodge was closed in
peace and harmony , and the brethren adjourned to the Crown-room , when both members and visitors , to the number of ninety , sat down to a capitally-served banquet , provided by Messrs . Spiers and Pond , under the superintendance of Bro . Dawkins , which gave every satisfaction . After grace , the W . M . gave tbe toast of the Queen and tbe
Craft , remarking that it required , no words of his to add to the enthusiasm with which it was always received afc Masonic meetings , for she excelled in the duties of a "Q . een , wife , and mother . " God Save the Queen , a version by Bro . J . E . Carpenter , was then sung . In proposing the M . W . G . M . His Royal Highness tho Priuce of Wales , the W . M . observed thafc bi _ popularity -was undoubted , and hia asso-