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meet his approval . The duties of Secretary of their Lodge had entailed much work in the past , and it would mean much more if the Lodge went on prospering as it had lately done . Brother Potter was a model Secretary , inasmuch as he never tired of his duties , or neglected any part of them . He seemed willing to give up anything rather than omit to perform any part of the Secretarial work . Tho Master was very pleased indeed to inform Brother

Potter that the Lodge recognised his services , and his manifest desire to carry out all the work of his office . The members felt indeed delighted in making the presentation he was entrustod with , and hoped it would be accepted as a small mark of recognition on the part of the New Concord Lodge . They did not wish Brother Potter to take it for its intriusic worth alone , but rather for what it was intended to imply . Were it possible for Brother Potter to read and hear all the kindly expressions that had been

written or uttered by different members at the time they were asked to subscribe to the testimonial he would indeed be proud , and he would then be convinced of the sincerity of his ( the Master's ) utterances . He trusted that when Bro . Potter or his family used any of the articles included in the presentation they would be reminded how pleasant it was to live to be respected . The presentation was intended to show the regard of the members of the New Concord Lodge , and not only them , but also everyone who knew Bro . Potter .

In addition to tho several articles included in the presentation a handsomely engrossed vellum was handed to Bro . Potter . This latter was to the following effect :

New Concord Lodge , No . 813 . To Bro . Alfred J . Potter P . M . and Sec . We , the Worshipful Mastor , Wardens , Past Masters and Brethren of the New Concord Lodge , desire to convey sentiments of the highest esteem and regard towards you , and further , to express our appreciation of your invaluable services as Secretary of the Lodge and your worth as a Freemason .

We trust the Great Architect of the Universe will spare you for many years , that we may not only have your services as Secretary but your fellowship as a Brother of the Now Concord Lodge . Signed , on behalf of Subscribers , H . Sprake W . M . John Downing I . P . M . H . D . Blake S . W .

J . Moar J . W . T . B . Richards P . M . Hon . Sec . 21 st March 1895 .

DORIC LODGE , No . 933 .

A MEETING was held on Tuesday , 12 th inst ., at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleot Street , Bro . Caslake W . M . After preliminary business , Bro . J . T . Ayton was passed to the second degree , the ceremony being conducted with emphasis and deliberation by the W . M . After this , the Lodge was opened in the third degree , and Bro . Seal was raised by the I . P . M . Bro . Moss , who having initiated and passed this Brother , was desirous of completing tho work , says tho " East London Observer . "

After consideration of an application for assistance , a grant was made from the Lodge fund for a distressed Brother . The W . M . then closed the Lodge , and an adjournment was made to a capitally served supper , following which the customary toasts were given , interspersed with songs by Bros . Seal , Hine , James Smith , McKell & r ; and recitations by Bros . Calver and Scott , the proceedings throughout being of a congenial character .

THE TELEGRAPH CABLE LODGE , No . 2470 .

IT is always interesting to notice the progress of new Lodges , and as far as possible we endeavour to visit each in turn . Here the result is most satisfactory , and though the Telegraph Cable Lodge may be described as a " Class" Lodge , seeing that it is intended for gentlemen connected with telegraphy in general and those more peculiarly associated with submarine cables in particular , it has now nearly seventy members enrolled under its banner .

At a meeting that took place last Wednesday at the Masonic Temple , Leadenhall Street , E . C , Bro . T . A . Bullock I . P . M . and Treasurer presided in the unavoidable absence of the W . M . Bro . Major Alexr . Wood , the Officers being Bros . W . Hebberdine S . W ., 0 . Moll J . W ., W . T . Ansell P . M . Secretary , W . O . Smith J . D ., W . R . Cato D . C ., George Jack I . G ., Arthur Briscoe P . M . Organist and C . A . Crook S .

The Visitors included Bros . Arthur Farey 1287 , Edgar Shand 3 , and Orlton Cooper 211 . Bro . H . P . Schiselihar , a candidate for the second , degree , was unfortunately prevented by the prevailing epidemic from being present , and as there was no other business before the Lodge Bro . Bullock decided to rehearse the ceremony of initiation for the instruction of the Brethren . The ritual was most impressively rendered by the acting W . M ., and able assistance was given by the Officers , the work of Brother W . 0 . Smith as Deacon being especially good .

Bro . W . P . Slater , of tho Brook Lodge , No . 2005 , was received as a Joining Member . Bro . George Jack having accepted the office of Steward for the next Festival of the Boys School , the sum of fifteen guineas was voted from tho Lodge funds to head his list , and it is gratifying to mention that before the Brethren separated upwards ol fcrty-five guineas was ' promised . These facts prove that the Lodge is in a most healthy condition . Upon the conclusion of the business the Lodge was closed in due form , and the Brethren adjourned to dinner , after which a very pleasant evening was spent . o o o

INSTEUCTION .

CITADEL LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , No . 1897 .

rp HE usual weekly meeting was held at the Farleigh Hotel , Amhurst JL Road , Stoke Newington , on Friday of last wetk , when the following members were present : —Bros . M . Siegenberg ( the recently inttaJled W . M . of the Joppa Lodge ) W . M ., 3 . « J . Lami fccon ( S . W . designate of the Clissold Lodge ) S . W ., Robert Emery ( J . W . desi gnate of the Clissold Ledge ) J . W .,

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Jackson S . D ., Jeanes J . D ., Shipman I . G ., Dunstan P . M . Preceptor , Harry Willsmer Secretary , and Bros . G . Clark P . M ., 1 . P . Cohen P . M . ( Preceptor of the Percy Lodge of Instruction ) , J . Abrahams , Lefevre , L . Cohen , F . Kebbell , Witte , & c . The Lodge was opened , the minutes of previous meeting read and confirmed . Tho ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Witte acting as candidate . The ceremony of raising was also rehearsed , Bro . Lefevre acting as candidate , the working throughout of the W . M . being most excellent .

A vote of sympathy was passed on the proposition of the W . M . and Preceptor , on behalf of Bro . J . Cole ( the worthy host ) , a regular attendant at the weekly meetings , who had been confined to his bed for upwards of a fortnight , a victim to the prevailing epidemic . The Lodge was closed and adjourned till Friday , 22 nd March . o o o

PEOVINCIAL . - : | o : - ST . JOHN'S LODGE , No . 761 . rpHE monthly meeting was held at the Ayliffe ' s Hotel , Dursley , on I Thursday , 14 th inst ., under ihe presidency of Bro . J . Viney W . M . The Secretary announced at the close of the meeting that thirty guineas had been collected in Lodge for Masonic Charity .

WILLIAMSON LODGE , No . 949 . ON Monday , 18 th inst ., the Officers of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Durham paid an official visit to tho Lodge at the Masonic Hall , Monkwearmouth . Bro . F . W . Ingram W . M . presided , and was supported by Brothers E ,

Lautebach , T . Harrison Wardens , R . W . Halfnight , R . Shadforth , G . W . Bain , G . B . Hall , J . G . Kirtley , and J . Hewson . The Provincial Officers visiting included Bros . Aid . T . G- Mabane , R . Hudson , F . Maddison , R . Todd , U . Harland , F . Wade , W . J . Jobson , J . H . Johnson , J . J . Wilson , Thomas Hutohinson , J . H . Leech , F . S . Cowper . o 0 0

METHAM LODGE , No . 1205 . rnHE annual meeting was held on the 18 th , when Bro . W . Pearce was I installed W . M . The ceremony was conducted by Bros . Dunn , Powell , Facey , Peering , and Sitters , assisted by a large board of Installed Masters .

PRINCE ARTHUR LODGE , No . 1570 . THE annual installation took place on the 19 th , at the Masonic Hall , Hope Street , Liverpool , in the presence of a large and distinguished number of Brethren . The chair was taken by Bro . John Scott , who afterwards very effectively installed his successor Bro . J . Clayton J . W .

Bro . Casey P . M . afterwards catered very satisfactorily for the company , and during the evening a handsome P . M . jewel was presented to the I . P . M . on behalf of the Lodge , accompanied by a chaste silver tea service for Mrs . Scott .

A first-class musical entertainment was provided by Bro . Doran the Organist , assisted by Bros . J . Pugmire , G . Smith , W . Hudson , G . Piatt and J . Cooper .

DOUGLAS LODGE , No . 1725 . ON Saturday , 9 th inst ., a meeting was held by dispensation of the Provincial Grand Master , at the Gateway of the old College , under the presidency of Bro . F . S . W . Cornwallis , M . P ., W . M . Tho business consisted of passing Bro . Wm . Rawlins ; balloting for as a

Joining Member Bro . Chas . Sopfer Whitburn , of the Mailing Abbey Lodge , No . 1063 ; and initiating Mr . Geo . Montague Style and Mr . Frederick Geo . Stenning , B . A . After the transaction of this a banquet was held at the Mitre Hotel .

URMSTON LODGE , No . 1730 . AFTER a satisfactory tea , provided in Bro . Walton's best style , the monthly meeting of the Lodge was held at the Victoria Hotel , Urmston , on Monday , 11 th inst ., under the presidency of Bro . John Walton jun . W . M . The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and contained , and the general business of the Lodge disposed of , a proposition was made by Brother Littler , and enthusiastically accepted , that the Secretary be

instructed to write Bro . Peter Heaton P . M . P . P . G . S ., conveying to him the regret of the Biethren that his recent appointment in Macclesfield should break a very pleasant record of friendship , but , at the same time , congratulating him upon the fact of s > uch appointment . A sincere wish was also expressed that he might be successlul in his new sphere , and that the G . A . O . T . U . would endow him with health and strength to perform his duties .

At the festive board which followed , Loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured , Bros . Lloyd and Sljman responding on behalf of the Provincial Officers . Qhe latter reverted to the fact of Provincial Grand Chapter being now separated from Provincial Craft meetings , and said that the change would be of a beneficial character to the Province of West Lancashire .

Bro . Lloyd proposed the health of the W . M ., speaking in favourable terms of his capabilities for work , and asking that the Officers and Brethren would rally round him when requiied . Bro . Walton responded , expressing his regret that there had been no ceremonv that night , but he anticipated one or more very shortly , and

exhorted the Officers to prepare accordingly . The W . M . subsequently proposed the toast of the Past Masters of and in the Lodge , to which Bros . Marsh , Littler , Slyman , and Myers responded ; and also the absent members .

Bro . Littler responded on behalf of the latter , alluding particularly in his remarks to Bro . Heaton , whose change of residence lrom their immediate neighbourhood to Macclesfield would olten prevent him lrom being piesent among them . He regietted this , as his genial lace and friendly counsel had for yesrs past been almost part of the furniture of the Lodge . Other toasts followed , tho same being varied by songs and recitations