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Impressions By The Way.
IMPRESSIONS BY THE WAY .
I WAS riding on a railway train recently when a young man came into the car in a high state of intoxication .
On his coat I noticed a Masonic emblem . I felt like going over to him and removing the Masonic pin , and thus protect bur grand old Fraternity from further insult . If a Mason wants to disgrace himself by p-etting on a big drunk , he ought to have enough regard for Masonry to remove every evidence
of the fact that he belongs to the institution . Such conduct reflects upon every individual Mason and destroys the high opinion which the public has of a Fraternity supposed to be made up of good men and true . The fact of the matter is we as Masons are too charitable with offenders of this class .
A little salutary discipline would not be amiss . Every Masonic Lodge can by a proper management of its finances secure a home of its own . There is an idea prevalent in many quarters that a surplus is a bad thing , and some way is immediately found whereby it may be scattered .
Banquets , picnics , expensive paraphernalia , are all right m their proper places . But to a Lodge without a home of its own such things should be avoided . The first duty of every assemblage of Masons is to provide a permanent Masonic home . It should be the one fixed purpose in view , and the
Masons of the Lodge should be so interested as to make the realisation a fact and not a fancy . It is noticeable that with those Lodges owning Temples of their own , dues are less and the general condition of the Fraternity better . There is a feeling of pride and security on the part of every member of that Lodge , and its perpetuity is assured .
The ambition to be Master of a Lodge is a laudable one . But no Mason should try to force himself to that position . His selection to fill that office should be the choice of his Brethren freely expressed . There are not a few Masons who start out with an inspiration to be Master and proceed
to use every means legitimate or otherwise , to that end . Should they succeed in securing votes enough to elect them , trouble usually follows . Such a course of conduct has worked
the ruin of not a few Lodges . The selection of a Brother to fill any particular office in the Lodge should be on account of his peculiar fitness for that position . If , in the opinion of the best men in the Lodge , he is not considered the proper
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person , and he has the spirit of Masonry in him , he will not try to force himself upon his Brethren , but will be contented to fill a minor station and do what he can to promote the glory and welfare of our Institution . — " Illinois Freemason . "
The Grand Lodge of Winnipeg has sent a message to the Prince of Wales congratulating him on the success of the British Arms in South Africa .
Brighton Masonic Picnic.
BRIGHTON MASONIC PICNIC .
WARNHAM Court was on Tuesday , 19 th inst ., visited by the members of the Burrell Lodge , Brighton , together with their wives and friends , the party altogether numbering about 120 . The visit was made through the kind invitation of Mr . C . J . Lucas , who resides at Warnham Court , and throughout the day he was most assiduous in seeing that everything was done to render the visit thoroughly enjoyable .
The party left Brighton by the 9 . 45 train for Horsham , special carriages being reserved . On arriving at the latter station , conveyances were in readiness to take them to Warnham Court , where they were met and welcomed by Mr . Lucas , who announced that he would throw open the whole ot the mansion and grounds for inspection , a concession which was regarded with delight . About half-past eleven lunch was provided in the spacious riding school , the W . M . Bro . Edwin Rusbridge presiding , and being supported on his right by the host .
Afterwards Mr . Lucas conducted the party around the picturesque and well-kept gardens . The Alpine garden was a source of considerable interest , especially as many of the plants were collected by Mr . Lucas in Switzerland and other countries . The extensive range of conservatories and hot houses were next gone through , and here was to be seen one of the finest collections of orchids in Sussex . Many of these plants have also been collected b y Mr . Lucas , and the beautiful flowers were greatly admired . The inspection of the
mansion was highly appreciated , the rare collection of curios , the choice paintings , and rich tapestry affording the greatest interest . Afterwards a large number , under the direction of Mr . Lucas , went into the village , where the village hall and reading room and the church of St . Margaret were visited . Different amusements were also provided , and there were numerous objects of interest , a stroll through the picturesque grounds under the trees , which
offered a welcome shelter from the warm rays of the sun , being very pleasant . After partaking of tea the visitors sat down to an excellent dinner in the riding school . W . M . Bro . Edwin Rusbridge again presided , and was supported by Mr . Lucas . The post prandial proceedings were very harmonious . Royalty was honoured , and the toasts of Mr . Lucas and the W . M . of the Burrell Lodge were enthusiastically drunk .
At eight o ' clock conveyances were in waiting to take the party to Horsham station , for the return journey to Brighton by the 8 . 46 train . Throughout the outing was exceedingly appreciated , and everyone returned to Brighton with happy recollections of their visit to Warnham Court . Mention should be made of the fact that Mr . W . Massie , the steward at Warnham Court , was also very attentive to the guests , and it was under his supervision that the riding school was decorated to present such a gay appearance with flags and mottoes .
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Royal Masonic Institution for Girls . Offices—5 Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen Street , London , W . C . Chief Patroness—HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN . Grand Patron and President—H . R . H . THE PRINCE OF WALES , K . G ., & c , M . W . G . M . Grand Patroness—H . R . H . THE PRINCESS OF WALES . Bankers—LONDON & WESTMINSTER BANK LTD . ( BLOOMSBURY BRANCH ) , HIGH HOLBORN , W . C . 1975 Girls hai > e been provided vOith Education , Clothing , and Maintenance , the full number of Girls novO receiving its benefits being 263 . The 113 th Anniversary Festival will be held under the distinguished Presidency of THE RIGHT HON . THE EARL AMHERST , M . W . PRO G . M ., R . W . PROV . G . M . KENT , IN MAY 1901 . F . R . W . HEDGES , Secretary , 5 FREEMASONS' HALL , LONDON , W . C . Registered Office Telegraphic Address : " Girlands , London . " do . School do . " Machio , London . " Telephone No . 2952 , Gerrard .
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Impressions By The Way.
IMPRESSIONS BY THE WAY .
I WAS riding on a railway train recently when a young man came into the car in a high state of intoxication .
On his coat I noticed a Masonic emblem . I felt like going over to him and removing the Masonic pin , and thus protect bur grand old Fraternity from further insult . If a Mason wants to disgrace himself by p-etting on a big drunk , he ought to have enough regard for Masonry to remove every evidence
of the fact that he belongs to the institution . Such conduct reflects upon every individual Mason and destroys the high opinion which the public has of a Fraternity supposed to be made up of good men and true . The fact of the matter is we as Masons are too charitable with offenders of this class .
A little salutary discipline would not be amiss . Every Masonic Lodge can by a proper management of its finances secure a home of its own . There is an idea prevalent in many quarters that a surplus is a bad thing , and some way is immediately found whereby it may be scattered .
Banquets , picnics , expensive paraphernalia , are all right m their proper places . But to a Lodge without a home of its own such things should be avoided . The first duty of every assemblage of Masons is to provide a permanent Masonic home . It should be the one fixed purpose in view , and the
Masons of the Lodge should be so interested as to make the realisation a fact and not a fancy . It is noticeable that with those Lodges owning Temples of their own , dues are less and the general condition of the Fraternity better . There is a feeling of pride and security on the part of every member of that Lodge , and its perpetuity is assured .
The ambition to be Master of a Lodge is a laudable one . But no Mason should try to force himself to that position . His selection to fill that office should be the choice of his Brethren freely expressed . There are not a few Masons who start out with an inspiration to be Master and proceed
to use every means legitimate or otherwise , to that end . Should they succeed in securing votes enough to elect them , trouble usually follows . Such a course of conduct has worked
the ruin of not a few Lodges . The selection of a Brother to fill any particular office in the Lodge should be on account of his peculiar fitness for that position . If , in the opinion of the best men in the Lodge , he is not considered the proper
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person , and he has the spirit of Masonry in him , he will not try to force himself upon his Brethren , but will be contented to fill a minor station and do what he can to promote the glory and welfare of our Institution . — " Illinois Freemason . "
The Grand Lodge of Winnipeg has sent a message to the Prince of Wales congratulating him on the success of the British Arms in South Africa .
Brighton Masonic Picnic.
BRIGHTON MASONIC PICNIC .
WARNHAM Court was on Tuesday , 19 th inst ., visited by the members of the Burrell Lodge , Brighton , together with their wives and friends , the party altogether numbering about 120 . The visit was made through the kind invitation of Mr . C . J . Lucas , who resides at Warnham Court , and throughout the day he was most assiduous in seeing that everything was done to render the visit thoroughly enjoyable .
The party left Brighton by the 9 . 45 train for Horsham , special carriages being reserved . On arriving at the latter station , conveyances were in readiness to take them to Warnham Court , where they were met and welcomed by Mr . Lucas , who announced that he would throw open the whole ot the mansion and grounds for inspection , a concession which was regarded with delight . About half-past eleven lunch was provided in the spacious riding school , the W . M . Bro . Edwin Rusbridge presiding , and being supported on his right by the host .
Afterwards Mr . Lucas conducted the party around the picturesque and well-kept gardens . The Alpine garden was a source of considerable interest , especially as many of the plants were collected by Mr . Lucas in Switzerland and other countries . The extensive range of conservatories and hot houses were next gone through , and here was to be seen one of the finest collections of orchids in Sussex . Many of these plants have also been collected b y Mr . Lucas , and the beautiful flowers were greatly admired . The inspection of the
mansion was highly appreciated , the rare collection of curios , the choice paintings , and rich tapestry affording the greatest interest . Afterwards a large number , under the direction of Mr . Lucas , went into the village , where the village hall and reading room and the church of St . Margaret were visited . Different amusements were also provided , and there were numerous objects of interest , a stroll through the picturesque grounds under the trees , which
offered a welcome shelter from the warm rays of the sun , being very pleasant . After partaking of tea the visitors sat down to an excellent dinner in the riding school . W . M . Bro . Edwin Rusbridge again presided , and was supported by Mr . Lucas . The post prandial proceedings were very harmonious . Royalty was honoured , and the toasts of Mr . Lucas and the W . M . of the Burrell Lodge were enthusiastically drunk .
At eight o ' clock conveyances were in waiting to take the party to Horsham station , for the return journey to Brighton by the 8 . 46 train . Throughout the outing was exceedingly appreciated , and everyone returned to Brighton with happy recollections of their visit to Warnham Court . Mention should be made of the fact that Mr . W . Massie , the steward at Warnham Court , was also very attentive to the guests , and it was under his supervision that the riding school was decorated to present such a gay appearance with flags and mottoes .
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Royal Masonic Institution for Girls . Offices—5 Freemasons' Hall , Great Queen Street , London , W . C . Chief Patroness—HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN . Grand Patron and President—H . R . H . THE PRINCE OF WALES , K . G ., & c , M . W . G . M . Grand Patroness—H . R . H . THE PRINCESS OF WALES . Bankers—LONDON & WESTMINSTER BANK LTD . ( BLOOMSBURY BRANCH ) , HIGH HOLBORN , W . C . 1975 Girls hai > e been provided vOith Education , Clothing , and Maintenance , the full number of Girls novO receiving its benefits being 263 . The 113 th Anniversary Festival will be held under the distinguished Presidency of THE RIGHT HON . THE EARL AMHERST , M . W . PRO G . M ., R . W . PROV . G . M . KENT , IN MAY 1901 . F . R . W . HEDGES , Secretary , 5 FREEMASONS' HALL , LONDON , W . C . Registered Office Telegraphic Address : " Girlands , London . " do . School do . " Machio , London . " Telephone No . 2952 , Gerrard .