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Consecration Of The Duchess Of York Lodge, No. 2482.
by Col . Starkie and Bro . John Chadwick Provincial Grand Secretary . Without loss of time Bro . Fred Hilton P . M . Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies had formed the brethren
into order previous to their entry into the Lodge room . It is but fair to state that a more brilliant assemblage of Provincial Officers Present and Past has rarely taken place in this locality .
The principal chair was occupied by Colonel Starkie , who was supported by Bro . J . B . Lonsdale Prov . G . S . W ., George Galloway Prov . Q . J . W ., Wm . Hoyland Prov . G . P ., Rev . J . Osborne Jelly , M . A ., Provincial Grand Chaplain
Wm . Goldthorpe Provincial Grand Assistant Registrar , John Chadwick Provincial Grand Secretary , Geo . S , im Smith Provincial Grand Organist ( who had charge of the musical arrangements ) , and others .
Colonel Starkie explained the motive of the meeting ; Bro . Goldthorpe read the petition and warrant ; the Officers ' names were appoved ; and the Provincial Grand Chaplain delivered tho following oration to a very appreciative
audience : — " Brethren : There is nothing more attractive , nothing more worthy of our care and effort than an endeavour to solve the mystery of our existence . The great Architect of the Universe has in His infinite wisdom and
goodness refrained from giving us a complete understanding of the object of our being ; but Ho has given what is certainly more valuable , the power to penetrate into the hidden mystery of life , by bestowing upon us the powers to think and act * and to us as reasonable beings ,
as it has been well said , the Most High had offered the choice of knowing all things or of receiving the power to search out the knowledge of the truth . We , as human beings , would naturally prefer to have the exquisite joy of gaining this knowledge than of receiving it merely as
a gift . On this principle our Art is founded : Masonry is truly progressive ; to understand all it teaches , and to appreciate its worth we require time , patience , and industry . Time to meditate on its teachings , and to draw conclusions : patience to face the difficulties which it presents , and by
divine light to overcome ; and industry to traverse so much ground as shall enable us to appreciate the whole system by studying the relative dependence of its several parts . To begin with , our attention is wisely directed to those duties which , as men and brethren we are
bound to fulfil : those which refer to God , those to our neighbour , and those to ourselves . A just appreciation of these is a most important study , difficult no doubt from the inherent unwillingness in the creature to make the most of his time . Masons are bound by their obligations
to overcome this , to pursue their researches with zeal and industry , so that they may advance into other regions of knowledge where they may exercise those talents which they possess , as well to His glory as the welfare of their fellow creatures . What nobler task can be set the creature
than to think the thoughts of the All Wise again , to trace how good and merciful and glorious He has been in all His wondrous works , by remarking the laws , order , and beauty , and harmony which all created things exhibit in their lives and movements ? To render proper homage
and praise for all the blessings which He offers to us we need discipline . This training Masonry strives to o-ive in all the beautiful ceremonies o'f its several degrees , impressing upon ns that there is a mind which is ordering all things for good , and is eudeavouring to lead us , with our
consent , to something better and nobler . Though the paths of our existence be difficult and intricate , she strives to show how to tread , without fear and dismay , the only road that leads to peace and happiness . To do this we need fellowship and brotherly love , a helping hand in the -hour of
trial and affliction , an assisting foot to form a column of defence and support , a sympathising knee to share our prayers to the All-loving and All-merciful to pour down strength and grace when sorely beset and tried , a breast to share our perplexities and to council us how to keep
ourselves from falsehood and dishonour , a shielding arm to repol all aggressions against our good name and integrity . Where can this be bettor found than in Masonry , aud when so found wc are strong enough lo meet the last and greatest trial that man must iri (* o\—> v .-n tli . » K no * ( , f
Terrors , —whorn a holy uontidi-ii' -u i . 'i .-p it ** n . s wc -.. ' mil he enabled to conqtur , and to raise our eyes t \> that brio-lit inorningstar , whoso ri-ing brings peace a -drcsigna'ion totlie faithful and dutiful of humau kind ? If Masonry can ! ic ! p us in this , if she can inspire us with courage to meet our inevitable destiny , pointing us to that more brilliant light
Consecration Of The Duchess Of York Lodge, No. 2482.
which is beyond our mortality , does it not behove us to be good members of the Craft , to make ourselves efficient by putting in practice its sublime truths ? What greater incentivo can we have for the practice of every virtue than the certainty of tho roward which is reserved for us in tho
Grand Lodge above ? To-day another little ark is to be launched upon the sea of Masonry , again a queen hee has been found , and a great swarm has been made . It was my privilege to address the brethren of the Duke of York Lodge , and to ask them that our effort might not b 9 in
vain : now I ask you who shall form the Duchess of York Lodge not to fall short of our expectations . ' What is sauce for the gander may be applied equally to the goose , 'strive to keep a lofty ideal ever before you , not contented with a mere profession , but endeavouring to put forth in
your every day lives the valuable lessons which , as Masons , you will learn . If you do this , you will find that Masonry will bo a blessing to you : it will give you consolation and strength in all your trials , peace and contentment when
specially needed , by leading you to place all your trust in Him who presides over the Grand Lodge above , into whose glorious company He will admit in His good time all those who , in this life , have striven to carry out his divine commands . "
The impressive ceremony of consecration was then proceeded with , after which Col . Starkie vacated the chair in favour of Bro . W . T . Schofield P . M . P . P . G . J . D ., who , in the various degrees , and with Masonic regularity , obligated Bro . Thomas Archer Lowe W . M . designate ;
appointed a Board of Installed Masters ; duly installed Bro . Lowe into the chair of K . S ., and made the nsual proclamations in his favour , Bro . Alfred Hebden P . M . P . P . G . D . D . of C . presenting tho working tools in each degree . The following , being the first Officers appointed ,
were all invested by Bro . Schofield , viz ., Bros . Robert Fox S . W ., Peter Bratt J . W ., Frederic Walmsley Secretary , Thomas Almond Lever S . D ., E . Archer Lowe J . D ., W . H . Boycott Dir . of Cers ., James Beardmore I . G ., J . G . Mead Organist . Brother Philip Whyman , who was elected
Treasurer , was also invested by Brother Schofield . The latter ultimately received , by unanimous consent , tho distinction of being elected the first honorary member of tho Duchess of York Lodge . Bro . Schofield also occupies the position of first W . M . of its consort Lodge , the Duke
of York , No . 2449 . Brother Chadwick Provincial Grand Secretary , in presenting to Brother Lowe W . M . the warrant and Book of
Constitutions , said he felt sure that under his care the lustre of those documents would be retained , and he hoped they would be handed down to posterity in the same untarnished manner .
The newly installed Worshipful Master was addressed by Bro . W . T . Schofield , the Wardens by Bro . Alfred Hebden , while Bro . Jas . W . Abbott P . M . P . P . G . D . of C . rendered the exhortation to the brethren generally . As
these latter duties were undertaken by members of the Craft who are all consummate masters of elocution , it will be readily believed that tho auditors were well pleased with their efforts , and testified their pleasure by rounds of applause .
The gratifying fact was annouueed that six names had been tendered of those wishful to become members of the Lodge , and at tho first regular meeting , to be held on the 16 th proximo , it is likely that four of these will be initiated , the other two being joining members .
A very excellent banquet had been provided in tho dining room of the hotel , to which , immediately after the close of the Lodge business , a largo number of brethren adjourned , and the remainder of the evening was spent in a very pleasant manner .
There were present at the consecration and banquet B :-js . Colonel Le Gendre N . Starkie Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master East Lancashire , J . B . Lonsdale P . G . S . W ., Geo . Galloway P . G . J . W ., Rev . J . Osborne Jelly , M . A ., Provincial Grand Chiplain , llev . J . S . Doxey Prov .
Grand Chaplaiu , Wm . Goldthorpo Provincial Grand Deputy Registrar , John Chadwick Prov . Grand Secretary , J . is . Andrew Provinciil G . S . IA , J * hn Partington P . G . S . D ., l' \ W . Lean P . G . S . D ., J > bu Smith P . GJ . 1 J , J .. ** . Potter P . G . J . D ., Goo . Miictarlaue P . G . . Sunt of Work-, Fad ,
HilUi P . G . Dir . of Cor--., P . Ar . nstiong P . G . Deputy Sup * . of Works , Peter Mil s P . G . Ass » . Dir . nt Ooiv ., CIIUH . Tumor P . G . A . Dir . of Cers ., Jas » . Schofield , P . G . A . Dir . of Cers ., Ja * - * . Sutcliffe P . G . Deputy Sword Bt-arer , Jame •Glennie P . G . Standard Bearer , Wm . Shdckieton , P . G . Standard
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Consecration Of The Duchess Of York Lodge, No. 2482.
by Col . Starkie and Bro . John Chadwick Provincial Grand Secretary . Without loss of time Bro . Fred Hilton P . M . Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies had formed the brethren
into order previous to their entry into the Lodge room . It is but fair to state that a more brilliant assemblage of Provincial Officers Present and Past has rarely taken place in this locality .
The principal chair was occupied by Colonel Starkie , who was supported by Bro . J . B . Lonsdale Prov . G . S . W ., George Galloway Prov . Q . J . W ., Wm . Hoyland Prov . G . P ., Rev . J . Osborne Jelly , M . A ., Provincial Grand Chaplain
Wm . Goldthorpe Provincial Grand Assistant Registrar , John Chadwick Provincial Grand Secretary , Geo . S , im Smith Provincial Grand Organist ( who had charge of the musical arrangements ) , and others .
Colonel Starkie explained the motive of the meeting ; Bro . Goldthorpe read the petition and warrant ; the Officers ' names were appoved ; and the Provincial Grand Chaplain delivered tho following oration to a very appreciative
audience : — " Brethren : There is nothing more attractive , nothing more worthy of our care and effort than an endeavour to solve the mystery of our existence . The great Architect of the Universe has in His infinite wisdom and
goodness refrained from giving us a complete understanding of the object of our being ; but Ho has given what is certainly more valuable , the power to penetrate into the hidden mystery of life , by bestowing upon us the powers to think and act * and to us as reasonable beings ,
as it has been well said , the Most High had offered the choice of knowing all things or of receiving the power to search out the knowledge of the truth . We , as human beings , would naturally prefer to have the exquisite joy of gaining this knowledge than of receiving it merely as
a gift . On this principle our Art is founded : Masonry is truly progressive ; to understand all it teaches , and to appreciate its worth we require time , patience , and industry . Time to meditate on its teachings , and to draw conclusions : patience to face the difficulties which it presents , and by
divine light to overcome ; and industry to traverse so much ground as shall enable us to appreciate the whole system by studying the relative dependence of its several parts . To begin with , our attention is wisely directed to those duties which , as men and brethren we are
bound to fulfil : those which refer to God , those to our neighbour , and those to ourselves . A just appreciation of these is a most important study , difficult no doubt from the inherent unwillingness in the creature to make the most of his time . Masons are bound by their obligations
to overcome this , to pursue their researches with zeal and industry , so that they may advance into other regions of knowledge where they may exercise those talents which they possess , as well to His glory as the welfare of their fellow creatures . What nobler task can be set the creature
than to think the thoughts of the All Wise again , to trace how good and merciful and glorious He has been in all His wondrous works , by remarking the laws , order , and beauty , and harmony which all created things exhibit in their lives and movements ? To render proper homage
and praise for all the blessings which He offers to us we need discipline . This training Masonry strives to o-ive in all the beautiful ceremonies o'f its several degrees , impressing upon ns that there is a mind which is ordering all things for good , and is eudeavouring to lead us , with our
consent , to something better and nobler . Though the paths of our existence be difficult and intricate , she strives to show how to tread , without fear and dismay , the only road that leads to peace and happiness . To do this we need fellowship and brotherly love , a helping hand in the -hour of
trial and affliction , an assisting foot to form a column of defence and support , a sympathising knee to share our prayers to the All-loving and All-merciful to pour down strength and grace when sorely beset and tried , a breast to share our perplexities and to council us how to keep
ourselves from falsehood and dishonour , a shielding arm to repol all aggressions against our good name and integrity . Where can this be bettor found than in Masonry , aud when so found wc are strong enough lo meet the last and greatest trial that man must iri (* o\—> v .-n tli . » K no * ( , f
Terrors , —whorn a holy uontidi-ii' -u i . 'i .-p it ** n . s wc -.. ' mil he enabled to conqtur , and to raise our eyes t \> that brio-lit inorningstar , whoso ri-ing brings peace a -drcsigna'ion totlie faithful and dutiful of humau kind ? If Masonry can ! ic ! p us in this , if she can inspire us with courage to meet our inevitable destiny , pointing us to that more brilliant light
Consecration Of The Duchess Of York Lodge, No. 2482.
which is beyond our mortality , does it not behove us to be good members of the Craft , to make ourselves efficient by putting in practice its sublime truths ? What greater incentivo can we have for the practice of every virtue than the certainty of tho roward which is reserved for us in tho
Grand Lodge above ? To-day another little ark is to be launched upon the sea of Masonry , again a queen hee has been found , and a great swarm has been made . It was my privilege to address the brethren of the Duke of York Lodge , and to ask them that our effort might not b 9 in
vain : now I ask you who shall form the Duchess of York Lodge not to fall short of our expectations . ' What is sauce for the gander may be applied equally to the goose , 'strive to keep a lofty ideal ever before you , not contented with a mere profession , but endeavouring to put forth in
your every day lives the valuable lessons which , as Masons , you will learn . If you do this , you will find that Masonry will bo a blessing to you : it will give you consolation and strength in all your trials , peace and contentment when
specially needed , by leading you to place all your trust in Him who presides over the Grand Lodge above , into whose glorious company He will admit in His good time all those who , in this life , have striven to carry out his divine commands . "
The impressive ceremony of consecration was then proceeded with , after which Col . Starkie vacated the chair in favour of Bro . W . T . Schofield P . M . P . P . G . J . D ., who , in the various degrees , and with Masonic regularity , obligated Bro . Thomas Archer Lowe W . M . designate ;
appointed a Board of Installed Masters ; duly installed Bro . Lowe into the chair of K . S ., and made the nsual proclamations in his favour , Bro . Alfred Hebden P . M . P . P . G . D . D . of C . presenting tho working tools in each degree . The following , being the first Officers appointed ,
were all invested by Bro . Schofield , viz ., Bros . Robert Fox S . W ., Peter Bratt J . W ., Frederic Walmsley Secretary , Thomas Almond Lever S . D ., E . Archer Lowe J . D ., W . H . Boycott Dir . of Cers ., James Beardmore I . G ., J . G . Mead Organist . Brother Philip Whyman , who was elected
Treasurer , was also invested by Brother Schofield . The latter ultimately received , by unanimous consent , tho distinction of being elected the first honorary member of tho Duchess of York Lodge . Bro . Schofield also occupies the position of first W . M . of its consort Lodge , the Duke
of York , No . 2449 . Brother Chadwick Provincial Grand Secretary , in presenting to Brother Lowe W . M . the warrant and Book of
Constitutions , said he felt sure that under his care the lustre of those documents would be retained , and he hoped they would be handed down to posterity in the same untarnished manner .
The newly installed Worshipful Master was addressed by Bro . W . T . Schofield , the Wardens by Bro . Alfred Hebden , while Bro . Jas . W . Abbott P . M . P . P . G . D . of C . rendered the exhortation to the brethren generally . As
these latter duties were undertaken by members of the Craft who are all consummate masters of elocution , it will be readily believed that tho auditors were well pleased with their efforts , and testified their pleasure by rounds of applause .
The gratifying fact was annouueed that six names had been tendered of those wishful to become members of the Lodge , and at tho first regular meeting , to be held on the 16 th proximo , it is likely that four of these will be initiated , the other two being joining members .
A very excellent banquet had been provided in tho dining room of the hotel , to which , immediately after the close of the Lodge business , a largo number of brethren adjourned , and the remainder of the evening was spent in a very pleasant manner .
There were present at the consecration and banquet B :-js . Colonel Le Gendre N . Starkie Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master East Lancashire , J . B . Lonsdale P . G . S . W ., Geo . Galloway P . G . J . W ., Rev . J . Osborne Jelly , M . A ., Provincial Grand Chiplain , llev . J . S . Doxey Prov .
Grand Chaplaiu , Wm . Goldthorpo Provincial Grand Deputy Registrar , John Chadwick Prov . Grand Secretary , J . is . Andrew Provinciil G . S . IA , J * hn Partington P . G . S . D ., l' \ W . Lean P . G . S . D ., J > bu Smith P . GJ . 1 J , J .. ** . Potter P . G . J . D ., Goo . Miictarlaue P . G . . Sunt of Work-, Fad ,
HilUi P . G . Dir . of Cor--., P . Ar . nstiong P . G . Deputy Sup * . of Works , Peter Mil s P . G . Ass » . Dir . nt Ooiv ., CIIUH . Tumor P . G . A . Dir . of Cers ., Jas » . Schofield , P . G . A . Dir . of Cers ., Ja * - * . Sutcliffe P . G . Deputy Sword Bt-arer , Jame •Glennie P . G . Standard Bearer , Wm . Shdckieton , P . G . Standard