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Prov. Grand Lodge Of Leicestershire And Rutland.
and nt the request of the Deputy Provincial Grand Master the venerable Brother Kelly took tho chair and performed , in the most impressive manner , tho consecration ceremony . A carefully prepared and very excellent oration was delivered by the Provincial Grand Chaplain , Brother the Rev . Ambrose P . Dawson , M . A ., second Master of the Wyggeston School , Leicester . The musical part of
the ceremony was moat ably rendered by a Masonic choir under the guidance of Brother T . B . Laxton Provincial Grand Organist . The consecration ceremony being concluded , Brother Kelly installed Brother the Rev . W . Langley , M . A ., P . M . 50 and 1130 P . P . G . S . W ., Rector of the parish , aa first Worshipful Master , and he was dnly proclaimed and sainted . Brother R . Waite P . G . Treasurer
waa elected as Treasurer , and , together witb the following brethren , invested as Officers of the new Lodge for the ensuing year , viz ., Bros . J . Metcalfe W . M . 1767 S . W ., T . B . Wilmer J . W ., M . J . Walker Secretary , J . Young S . D ., and G . Jessop J . D . Bye-laws were adopted for the government of the Lodge , and thirteen candidates proposed for initiation . The Worshipful Master in moving a vote of
thanks to those brethren who had so kindly attended to inaugnrate the Granite Lodge , proposed that the following shonld be elected honorary members , viz ., Bros . W . Kelly P . P . G . M ., G . Toller jun . D . P . G . M ., S . S . Partridge Provincial Grand Secretary , Rev . A . P . Dawson Provincial Grand Chaplain , J . Yonng P . G . D . C , and T . B . Laxton Provincial Grand Organist , which was duly seconded by Bro .
J . Metcalfe . Tho Lodge was then olosed , and Provincial Grand Lodge resumed , when , after several matters had been considered , and a revision of the Provincial Grand Lodge bye-laws determined upon , the Provincial Grand Lodge was closed in form , at 6 o'clock . At the banquet afterwards , which was all that could be wished for , nnder the presidency of the acting Provincial Grand Master , the
nsnal toasts were honoured and a very snccessfnl day brought to a close in time for the return of the large number of the Leicester brethren by the last train . There is every reason to hope that this new Lodge , held in a pretty conntry village , in a most comfortable and suitable room in its well ordered little hotel , with good train service within a quarter of an
hour ' s rnn of Leicester , will soon take its place among the sister Lodges ; and as it is at present determined to meet dnring the summer months , when nearly all the other Lodges in the Province are olosed , it will afford the opportunity of getting a pleasant rnn out into the fresh conntry air to the hard-worked brethren of Leicester
and Hinckley , especially as it is held on the Thursday half-holiday . This is , we believe , the ninth Craft Lodge which the veteran P . P . G . M . Bro . Kelly has consecrated in the Province of Leicestershire and Rutland , his interest in Masonry being as fresh as it was nearly half a century ago .
Installation Meetings, &C.
INSTALLATION MEETINGS , & c .
— : o : — TRANQUILLITY LODGE , No . 185 . A VERY numerous assembly of members and visitors met at the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , E . G ., on Monday , 18 th inst . Bro . A . Staler W . M .. w __ s _ roio-n - _ __ __ i ___ (¦_ />!_ - _ _ .. __;__ ¦ __ ¦¦ ¦
J ' , - — ~~ -.-. .. ' . U . V . uvvyiAW . U ^ l . lia ** , UIIUI 1 UICU ULIO chair during the first portion of the programme , the business of which included the initiating of Messrs . Charles Louis Thompson , David Loebl and Wilhelm Br nchenbacher . Bro . Z . Blootnfield P . M . having been appointed Installing Master on this occasion , proceeded
with the ceremony and installed Bro . S . Barnett S . W . into the chair of K . S . according to ancient custom , and acquitted himself in a manner that left little to be desired . The new W . M . then appointed his Officers , as follow .- —Bros . Staley I . P . M ., M . Boaz Senior Warden , H . Peartree Jnnior Warden , D . Bailey P . M . Treas ., A . J . Myers Sec , . V . S . Lyon S . D ., Harry Tipper J . D ., A . Marks I . G ., I . M . Levy M . O
L . Bloomfield A . M . C ., S . Rosenfeld W . S ., Potter Tyler . The Lodge was next called to refreshment , which was ample and well served , and upon the removal of the cloth grace was sung , and the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts at once proceeded with . Tbe new W . M ., occupying for the first time a position which with not a few induces a considerable degree of nervousness , seemed to be quite at home at once , as if
he had been in the habit of conducting a Masonic Lodge all his life . He also showed a great amount of tact in the brevity and practical good sense in all of what he had to say . It is needless to describe the manner in which the toasts of tho Qaeen , Grand Master , and Grand Officers were given and received , for the cordiality and enthusiasm these names call forth in Masonic Lodges is well
known . The toast of the Initiates was most ably responded to by Bro . 0 . L . Thompson , who remarked that he had had opportunities of witnessing many ceremonies , most striking and solemn in their character , but these ceremonies , in one of which he had to take part , and at the other had the privilege of being present , appeared to him most impressive , especially the ceremony of installation as performed
by Bro . Past Master Bloomfiekl ; the solemn words , given with so much earnestness and eloquence , so moved him that he was actuallv on the point of shedding tears . He trusted to become a good and faithful Mason , and hoped eventually to reach the position of Master of the Lodge . Bros . Benjamin and Bean replied for the Visitors , and both strongly eulogised the working of the Lodgeand expressed
, their appreciation nnd delight at the manner in which tho installation had been conducted . Bro . A . Staley in proposing the health of the W . M . said it was with high gratification ho , for the first time , rose to propose tbe health of the W . M . It had been so pleasant to watch the very able and courteous manner in which the various duties
appertaining to tho different offices were performed during the progress towards the chair by the W . M ., that he felt snre the selection of the brethren would prove of the highest interest , and conduce to the prosperity of the Lodge . The W . M . expressed his warmest thanks , aud submitted the name of Bro . Staley , whom he character-
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ized as no unworthy successor to the many able and talented brethren who had preceded him in the Master ' s chair . By his energy , zeal , and perseverance , the I . P . M . had immensely benefitted the Lodge , for during his year of office he had initiated no less than twenty o . ndidates . Tho I . P . M . in thanking the W . M . and brethren for the heartiness with which his health had been proposed find
received , could only reiterate his appreciation of their kindly feeling and cordial snpport . In giving the health of the Installing Master , the W . M . observed that it is frequently asserted chat Past Masters aro after all bnt of little use in a Lodgo , yet what they had witnessed that evening showed how valuable is the aid of the Past Masters , and with what sterling ability thoy perform their duties when called
npon . Bro . Bloomfiold replied in a characteristic speech . Brother N . Moss spoke in response to Prosperity to the Benevolent Fund , and showed that during the past year calls to the amount of £ 150 had been met , leaving a balance of £ 790 ; and also mentioned that the initiates had each given a donation of £ \ ls towards the fund . The remaining toasts wero then briefly given and replied to . It
shonld be mentioned that before proceeding to refreshment a handsome gold P . M . ' s jewel was presented to the retiring Master , and several intimate friends , members of the Lodge , escorted Bro . Staley to an adjoining room , and there presented him with a silver service , consisting of five pieces , claret jug , teapot , & o . of a quaint Queeu Anne pattern , upon each of which appeared engraved his monogram
and upon one also an inscription of the sentiments of esteem aud regard felt for the recipient by the donors . Bro . Staley , with considerable emotion said : Brethren , I feel at a loss for suitable words adequately to express my feelings at this unexpected mark of your goodwill and regard . I can assure you what little I have done for the benefit of the Lodge has been an easy task * for
the kindly nnd unfailing support , always so willingly extended to me , inspired me with confidence that should I in any respect be so unfortunate as to fail , a strong arm would be ready to help , snpport and prevent my falling . I thank you most heartily for this very handsome token of your friendship , it will ever remind me of the happy period of my Mastership of the Lodge of
Tranquillity , and the affectionate friends thafc surround me , with the pro . ' foundest gratification . I trust we may be spared for many years to promote its best interests and to further the grand principles of brotherly love and truth . The presentation was made by Brother Eissenman , supported by Brother John Ross P . M . The Past Masters present were Bros . Ross , Blootnfield , Croaker , S . Moss , N . Moss , Defries , Bush , Harefield , Sydney , Gottheil . The visitors were W . M . ' s
Bros . Aaron 1668 , Gartley 205 , Bean 188 , Benjamin 1017 , Leech 749 ; P . M . ' s Frendele 29 , Phillips 205 , Da Silva 205 , Benjamin 188 , Myers 188 ; Gnrton J . W . 105 , Martin S . W . 212 , Hatfield S . D . 1320 , Nathan 599 , Haines 205 , Lichtenfeld 205 , Myer 30 , Brand 72 , Hills 755 , Lazarus late Tranquillity , Willis 1305 , Fox 749 , Chambers 749 , Hewlett 193 , and a number of others . The musical arrangements were under the direction of Brother Harry Tipper .
ST . JOHN'S LODGE , BOLTON , No . 221 . THE monthly meeting of this Lodge was held on Wednesday , the 20 th February , at the Commercial Hotel , Town Hall Square , Bolton , at six o ' clock in the evening . Bros . Edwin Melrose W . M ., John Isherwood I . P . M ., P . Bradbnrn S . W ., C . Crompton J . W ., James Walker S . D ., J . R . Haslam Organist , W . Siddorn I . G ., Thomas Higson Tyler , Cuerden and Briscoe Stewards ; P . M . 's Ferguson Prov . Grand S . of W ., Morris , aud Boothroyd ; Swarbrick , Forrest , Bradley ,
and W . Crompton . Visitor—Bros . A . Wild Affability Lodge 317 . Lodge opened in due form at six o'clock . The minntes of the preceding meeting having been read and confirmed , Lodge opened in fche second degree , when Bro . William Crompton passed a satisfactory examination as a Fellow Craft , and being entrusted with the test of merit , retired . Lodge opened in the third degree , when Brother
Crompton was re-introduced , and raised to the degree of Master Mason by the I . P . M . Bro . Isherwood ; the traditional history was given by Bro . Boothroyd P . M ., who also explained the working tools of the degree . Lodge closed to the first degree . Brother Morris P . M ., Charity Representative , addressed the brethren , advocating the claims of the East Lancashire Benevolent Institution upon fchem . His remarks were supplemented by Bro . G . Ferguson
P . M . Prov . Grand Superintendent of Works , who impressed upon the brethren the necessity of systematic Masonio Benevolence in support of the Charities , especially our local institution . The Officers undertook to bring tbe matter under the personal notice of every brother of fche Lodge , and also to canvass for contributions , and report at a subsequent meeting . Hearty good wishes were expressed by tbe Visitors . A portion of the Ancient Charges were read by the Senior Warden , and the Lodge closed in peace and harmony at eight o'clock .
PORTSMOUTH LODGE , No . 487 . AMONG the many Lodges of influence and importance iu this borough , not ono has made greater progress than the Portsmouth Lodge No . 487 , which during the year of office of the present Worshipfnl Master , Bro . W . M . Outridge ( who will shortly vacate the chair ) has largely increased in the number of its members , and now enjoys a degree of prosperity second to none in the Province .
Dnring the year the Lodge room lias been thoroughly renovated and most handsomly decorated , and in its present condition we believe it to be superior to any Lodge room South of London . It is of most appropriate proportions , being a double cube , and it has architectural features and correct mouldings , and therefore is well
adapted for the tasteful and suitable decorations which have been most ably carried out by Messrs . Bevis Bros , aud Mr . G . Reading , members of the Lodge . Wo are quite justified in saying that nothing so ornate has been executed in the town as fche decoration u £ thia Lodge room . The walls ave divided by coupled pilasters ,
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Prov. Grand Lodge Of Leicestershire And Rutland.
and nt the request of the Deputy Provincial Grand Master the venerable Brother Kelly took tho chair and performed , in the most impressive manner , tho consecration ceremony . A carefully prepared and very excellent oration was delivered by the Provincial Grand Chaplain , Brother the Rev . Ambrose P . Dawson , M . A ., second Master of the Wyggeston School , Leicester . The musical part of
the ceremony was moat ably rendered by a Masonic choir under the guidance of Brother T . B . Laxton Provincial Grand Organist . The consecration ceremony being concluded , Brother Kelly installed Brother the Rev . W . Langley , M . A ., P . M . 50 and 1130 P . P . G . S . W ., Rector of the parish , aa first Worshipful Master , and he was dnly proclaimed and sainted . Brother R . Waite P . G . Treasurer
waa elected as Treasurer , and , together witb the following brethren , invested as Officers of the new Lodge for the ensuing year , viz ., Bros . J . Metcalfe W . M . 1767 S . W ., T . B . Wilmer J . W ., M . J . Walker Secretary , J . Young S . D ., and G . Jessop J . D . Bye-laws were adopted for the government of the Lodge , and thirteen candidates proposed for initiation . The Worshipful Master in moving a vote of
thanks to those brethren who had so kindly attended to inaugnrate the Granite Lodge , proposed that the following shonld be elected honorary members , viz ., Bros . W . Kelly P . P . G . M ., G . Toller jun . D . P . G . M ., S . S . Partridge Provincial Grand Secretary , Rev . A . P . Dawson Provincial Grand Chaplain , J . Yonng P . G . D . C , and T . B . Laxton Provincial Grand Organist , which was duly seconded by Bro .
J . Metcalfe . Tho Lodge was then olosed , and Provincial Grand Lodge resumed , when , after several matters had been considered , and a revision of the Provincial Grand Lodge bye-laws determined upon , the Provincial Grand Lodge was closed in form , at 6 o'clock . At the banquet afterwards , which was all that could be wished for , nnder the presidency of the acting Provincial Grand Master , the
nsnal toasts were honoured and a very snccessfnl day brought to a close in time for the return of the large number of the Leicester brethren by the last train . There is every reason to hope that this new Lodge , held in a pretty conntry village , in a most comfortable and suitable room in its well ordered little hotel , with good train service within a quarter of an
hour ' s rnn of Leicester , will soon take its place among the sister Lodges ; and as it is at present determined to meet dnring the summer months , when nearly all the other Lodges in the Province are olosed , it will afford the opportunity of getting a pleasant rnn out into the fresh conntry air to the hard-worked brethren of Leicester
and Hinckley , especially as it is held on the Thursday half-holiday . This is , we believe , the ninth Craft Lodge which the veteran P . P . G . M . Bro . Kelly has consecrated in the Province of Leicestershire and Rutland , his interest in Masonry being as fresh as it was nearly half a century ago .
Installation Meetings, &C.
INSTALLATION MEETINGS , & c .
— : o : — TRANQUILLITY LODGE , No . 185 . A VERY numerous assembly of members and visitors met at the Guildhall Tavern , Gresham-street , E . G ., on Monday , 18 th inst . Bro . A . Staler W . M .. w __ s _ roio-n - _ __ __ i ___ (¦_ />!_ - _ _ .. __;__ ¦ __ ¦¦ ¦
J ' , - — ~~ -.-. .. ' . U . V . uvvyiAW . U ^ l . lia ** , UIIUI 1 UICU ULIO chair during the first portion of the programme , the business of which included the initiating of Messrs . Charles Louis Thompson , David Loebl and Wilhelm Br nchenbacher . Bro . Z . Blootnfield P . M . having been appointed Installing Master on this occasion , proceeded
with the ceremony and installed Bro . S . Barnett S . W . into the chair of K . S . according to ancient custom , and acquitted himself in a manner that left little to be desired . The new W . M . then appointed his Officers , as follow .- —Bros . Staley I . P . M ., M . Boaz Senior Warden , H . Peartree Jnnior Warden , D . Bailey P . M . Treas ., A . J . Myers Sec , . V . S . Lyon S . D ., Harry Tipper J . D ., A . Marks I . G ., I . M . Levy M . O
L . Bloomfield A . M . C ., S . Rosenfeld W . S ., Potter Tyler . The Lodge was next called to refreshment , which was ample and well served , and upon the removal of the cloth grace was sung , and the usual Loyal and Masonic toasts at once proceeded with . Tbe new W . M ., occupying for the first time a position which with not a few induces a considerable degree of nervousness , seemed to be quite at home at once , as if
he had been in the habit of conducting a Masonic Lodge all his life . He also showed a great amount of tact in the brevity and practical good sense in all of what he had to say . It is needless to describe the manner in which the toasts of tho Qaeen , Grand Master , and Grand Officers were given and received , for the cordiality and enthusiasm these names call forth in Masonic Lodges is well
known . The toast of the Initiates was most ably responded to by Bro . 0 . L . Thompson , who remarked that he had had opportunities of witnessing many ceremonies , most striking and solemn in their character , but these ceremonies , in one of which he had to take part , and at the other had the privilege of being present , appeared to him most impressive , especially the ceremony of installation as performed
by Bro . Past Master Bloomfiekl ; the solemn words , given with so much earnestness and eloquence , so moved him that he was actuallv on the point of shedding tears . He trusted to become a good and faithful Mason , and hoped eventually to reach the position of Master of the Lodge . Bros . Benjamin and Bean replied for the Visitors , and both strongly eulogised the working of the Lodgeand expressed
, their appreciation nnd delight at the manner in which tho installation had been conducted . Bro . A . Staley in proposing the health of the W . M . said it was with high gratification ho , for the first time , rose to propose tbe health of the W . M . It had been so pleasant to watch the very able and courteous manner in which the various duties
appertaining to tho different offices were performed during the progress towards the chair by the W . M ., that he felt snre the selection of the brethren would prove of the highest interest , and conduce to the prosperity of the Lodge . The W . M . expressed his warmest thanks , aud submitted the name of Bro . Staley , whom he character-
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ized as no unworthy successor to the many able and talented brethren who had preceded him in the Master ' s chair . By his energy , zeal , and perseverance , the I . P . M . had immensely benefitted the Lodge , for during his year of office he had initiated no less than twenty o . ndidates . Tho I . P . M . in thanking the W . M . and brethren for the heartiness with which his health had been proposed find
received , could only reiterate his appreciation of their kindly feeling and cordial snpport . In giving the health of the Installing Master , the W . M . observed that it is frequently asserted chat Past Masters aro after all bnt of little use in a Lodgo , yet what they had witnessed that evening showed how valuable is the aid of the Past Masters , and with what sterling ability thoy perform their duties when called
npon . Bro . Bloomfiold replied in a characteristic speech . Brother N . Moss spoke in response to Prosperity to the Benevolent Fund , and showed that during the past year calls to the amount of £ 150 had been met , leaving a balance of £ 790 ; and also mentioned that the initiates had each given a donation of £ \ ls towards the fund . The remaining toasts wero then briefly given and replied to . It
shonld be mentioned that before proceeding to refreshment a handsome gold P . M . ' s jewel was presented to the retiring Master , and several intimate friends , members of the Lodge , escorted Bro . Staley to an adjoining room , and there presented him with a silver service , consisting of five pieces , claret jug , teapot , & o . of a quaint Queeu Anne pattern , upon each of which appeared engraved his monogram
and upon one also an inscription of the sentiments of esteem aud regard felt for the recipient by the donors . Bro . Staley , with considerable emotion said : Brethren , I feel at a loss for suitable words adequately to express my feelings at this unexpected mark of your goodwill and regard . I can assure you what little I have done for the benefit of the Lodge has been an easy task * for
the kindly nnd unfailing support , always so willingly extended to me , inspired me with confidence that should I in any respect be so unfortunate as to fail , a strong arm would be ready to help , snpport and prevent my falling . I thank you most heartily for this very handsome token of your friendship , it will ever remind me of the happy period of my Mastership of the Lodge of
Tranquillity , and the affectionate friends thafc surround me , with the pro . ' foundest gratification . I trust we may be spared for many years to promote its best interests and to further the grand principles of brotherly love and truth . The presentation was made by Brother Eissenman , supported by Brother John Ross P . M . The Past Masters present were Bros . Ross , Blootnfield , Croaker , S . Moss , N . Moss , Defries , Bush , Harefield , Sydney , Gottheil . The visitors were W . M . ' s
Bros . Aaron 1668 , Gartley 205 , Bean 188 , Benjamin 1017 , Leech 749 ; P . M . ' s Frendele 29 , Phillips 205 , Da Silva 205 , Benjamin 188 , Myers 188 ; Gnrton J . W . 105 , Martin S . W . 212 , Hatfield S . D . 1320 , Nathan 599 , Haines 205 , Lichtenfeld 205 , Myer 30 , Brand 72 , Hills 755 , Lazarus late Tranquillity , Willis 1305 , Fox 749 , Chambers 749 , Hewlett 193 , and a number of others . The musical arrangements were under the direction of Brother Harry Tipper .
ST . JOHN'S LODGE , BOLTON , No . 221 . THE monthly meeting of this Lodge was held on Wednesday , the 20 th February , at the Commercial Hotel , Town Hall Square , Bolton , at six o ' clock in the evening . Bros . Edwin Melrose W . M ., John Isherwood I . P . M ., P . Bradbnrn S . W ., C . Crompton J . W ., James Walker S . D ., J . R . Haslam Organist , W . Siddorn I . G ., Thomas Higson Tyler , Cuerden and Briscoe Stewards ; P . M . 's Ferguson Prov . Grand S . of W ., Morris , aud Boothroyd ; Swarbrick , Forrest , Bradley ,
and W . Crompton . Visitor—Bros . A . Wild Affability Lodge 317 . Lodge opened in due form at six o'clock . The minntes of the preceding meeting having been read and confirmed , Lodge opened in fche second degree , when Bro . William Crompton passed a satisfactory examination as a Fellow Craft , and being entrusted with the test of merit , retired . Lodge opened in the third degree , when Brother
Crompton was re-introduced , and raised to the degree of Master Mason by the I . P . M . Bro . Isherwood ; the traditional history was given by Bro . Boothroyd P . M ., who also explained the working tools of the degree . Lodge closed to the first degree . Brother Morris P . M ., Charity Representative , addressed the brethren , advocating the claims of the East Lancashire Benevolent Institution upon fchem . His remarks were supplemented by Bro . G . Ferguson
P . M . Prov . Grand Superintendent of Works , who impressed upon the brethren the necessity of systematic Masonio Benevolence in support of the Charities , especially our local institution . The Officers undertook to bring tbe matter under the personal notice of every brother of fche Lodge , and also to canvass for contributions , and report at a subsequent meeting . Hearty good wishes were expressed by tbe Visitors . A portion of the Ancient Charges were read by the Senior Warden , and the Lodge closed in peace and harmony at eight o'clock .
PORTSMOUTH LODGE , No . 487 . AMONG the many Lodges of influence and importance iu this borough , not ono has made greater progress than the Portsmouth Lodge No . 487 , which during the year of office of the present Worshipfnl Master , Bro . W . M . Outridge ( who will shortly vacate the chair ) has largely increased in the number of its members , and now enjoys a degree of prosperity second to none in the Province .
Dnring the year the Lodge room lias been thoroughly renovated and most handsomly decorated , and in its present condition we believe it to be superior to any Lodge room South of London . It is of most appropriate proportions , being a double cube , and it has architectural features and correct mouldings , and therefore is well
adapted for the tasteful and suitable decorations which have been most ably carried out by Messrs . Bevis Bros , aud Mr . G . Reading , members of the Lodge . Wo are quite justified in saying that nothing so ornate has been executed in the town as fche decoration u £ thia Lodge room . The walls ave divided by coupled pilasters ,