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not bo disturbed ; and if you have good reason to believe that indifference will cause his footsteps to halt or prejudice to turn him aside as he approaches a fellow being in distress ; if you believe he will not freely give his brother a
helping hand when in need and support his character as well in his absence as in his presence , or betray his confidence , leave him in the rubbish outside of the Temple where he belongs .
These rules ancl this advice , we think worthy of thought , and under them may we not as Masons make our selections of material from the quarries with a conscience void of offence , and in after-life possess the satisfaction of having
done our share towards the upbuilding of the Institution —Masonic Tidings .
Grove Lodge, No. 410.
GROVE LODGE , No . 410 .
A REGULAR meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday last , at the Sun Hotel , Kingston-on-Thames , when , no doubt in consequence of the unpropitious state of the weather , there was a smaller attendance than usual . Lodge was opened at half-past four o ' clock , under the presidency of Bro . H . J . P . Dumas P . G . D ., supported by the Worshipful Master , Bro . T . Eustace Smith , who officiated aa S . W .
during a portion of the working ; Bros . 0 . Greenwood , Deputy Prov . Grand Master of Surrey , 0 . Greenwood jun . Prov . Grand Secretary acting as J . W ., H . H . Hawkins , J . 0 . Porter , and others . The minutes of the last meeting having been confirmed , Lodge was advanced to the third degree , when Bro . John 0 . Porter was raised
the working being admirably performed , Bro . Hawkins giving the traditional history . The notice of motion on the agenda by Bro . Henry J . P . Dumas , relative to the alteration of the bye-law respecting the annual subscriptions , was not proceeded witb , in consequence of the absence of the proposer . Amongst other business was the
nomination of a joining member , by Bro . H . H . Hawkins , seconded by Bro . J . 0 . Porter , after which Lodge was closed with the usual harmony . At the conclusion of the business , the brethren sat down to an excellent banquet , provided by Bro . Bond , the esteemed proprietor of the Sun , when the loyal and Craft toasts were proposed and duly
honoured . The toast of the Prov . Grand Officers was acknowledged in suitable terms by Bro . 0 . Greenwood Deputy Prov . Grand Maotor , and the health of the Worshipful Master was received with special
honours . Other toasts of a complimentary nature followed , and a pleasant evening was spent , the weather having cleared , enabling the brethren to spend an enjoyable half hour or so in the pretty grounds of the hotel , previous to their return home .
Panmure Lodge, No. 720.
PANMURE LODGE , No . 720 .
A REGULAR , meeting of thia Lodge was held at the Balham Hotel , Balham , on Monday , the 19 th inst . ' Present—Wor . Bro . John Daniel Arnold W . M ., Bros . A . Leonard S . W ., P . Pnrkess J . W ., G . Treves I . P . M ., T . Poore P . M . and Sec , Lewis Jones S . D ., A . 0 . Wood J . D ., Barnett I . G ., S . Ash W . S ., G . Allen P . M . 144 D . C . ; Past Masters James Stevens and E . Mitchell , G . Tilley P . M . 1632 , 0 . H .
Richmond , G . Mulley , J . Pinch , J . L . Ball , & o ., & c , and 0 . Thomas Tyler . "Visitors—Bros . G . S . Graham P . M . 1851 Past Prov . G . Org ., S . W . Bowen 1851 , aud VV . Powell 1531 . The minutes of theprevions meeting having been confirmed , a letter from the Grand Secretary , approving of the desired alteration in number of meetings , was
read ; in accordance with which tbe future meetings of this Lodge will be held ou the third Mondays iu the mouths of January , March , May ( Installation ) , July , September , and November , respectively . There being two candidates for initiation , who were delayed in arrival , the Lodge was " called off" for a brief period , and
subsequently called on . The candidates , Messrs . Samuel Bullen and George Goodge , being then in attendance , those gentlemen were balloted for , and approved of . Tbe ceremony of initiation was very ably performed by the W . M ., who gave proofs in this , his first work as the presiding officer , of considerable ability . Ifc was announced
thafc the Treasurer of the Lodge , invested at the previous meeting , waa desirous of tendering his resignation of that office , and his resignation being unanimously accepted , the I . P . M ., Bro . G . Treves , was nominated for election , and received tho favourable votes of the brethren withont exception . Bro . James Stevens P . M . referred to
an unpleasant matter affecting the character of the Lodge , which bad been made the snbject of public comment in the pages of ono of tho Masonic journals , and subsequent discussion by members of the Craft ; . He expressed himself , as the senior P . M . of the Lodge , as above all things jealous for its good i-epute , and the reflection upon
it that it was in the slightest measure wanting in loyalty to the Sovereign and the Grand Master of the Order waa unendurable to tho general body of its members , as well as to himself . Ifc was onfc of their power to undo what had been done , bnfc they could mark their souse of strong disapproval of the behaviour of tho individual in
question by refusing the usnal close Masonic association with him , until he had purged himself of this grave offence by an ample apology to the Lodge . In the meanwhile , and lest tho absolute ignoring of hia disloyal action might be misconstrued into sympathy therewith , ho suggested thafc the minutes of this meeting should bear ¦
" * record of tho indignation of all present that any one of theii number could so far forget his obligations fco the Craft . Bro . Stevens remarks were received wifch much earnestness , and were inunediatelv
followed by an unanimous vote in terms of tho strongest condemnation of the offending brother's most disloyal act , and it was ordered that tho same be recorded on the Lodge inmate ? . A few matters of routine bnsiness concluded the work of the meetin r , aud the Lod « e
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was then closed in due form , and with solemn prayer . An excellent repast had been provided by Bro . Tilley P . M ., the worthy host of the Balham Hotel , —whom , we were glad to see present and nearly recovered from his late severe accident—and to thia the brethren gave due attention . Subsequently tho usual toasts were given , that
of the Queen being on this occasion unanimously honoured , and the singing of tho National Anthem most demonstratively joined in by all present . Bro . G . S . Graham presided at the pianoforte , and some excellent songs and recitations were interspersed with the remaining toasts . The company separated at a reasonable hour , pleased with and encouraged by the entire proceedings of the evening .
Lodge Of St. John, No. 1306.
LODGE OF ST . JOHN , No . 1306 .
THE sixth annnal Summer Banquet and Ladies' Day took place on Thursday , the 15 th instant , at the Crown Hotel , Broxbourne , under the presidency of Bro . G . T . Hotdom W . M . ; Bro . J . G . Twinn S . W . and Bro . J . Loftns J . W . occupying fche vice chairs . Amongst those present in addition to the above were Miss Holdom , Mrs . Twinn , Mrs . Loftus , Bro . P . M ., Mrs . and Miss Veal , Bro . P . M .,
Mrs . and Master Magrath , Bro . P . M . and Mrs . Wooding , Bro . W . ( Secretary ) and Mrs . McCreddie , Bro . and Miss Dawe , Bro . Heusmann , Bro . P . M ., W . H . and Mrs . Myers . Bro . and Mrs . Joslin , Bro . Piper , Bro . P . H . Dale , Miss Quail , Mr . and Mrs . Anderson , Miss Connor , Miss Gill , and others to the number of about 40 . The
banquet , which was served in first rate style , and did great credit to the host , Bro , Benningfield , seemed to be thoroughly enjoyed by every one present . At its conclusion grace was said and the usual loyal and other toasts were duly proposed and honoured . Bro . Joslin , responding for the Yisitors , expressed the pleasure it had
given him to be present on this and similar occasions ; while Bro . P . H . Dale , for the Ladies , remarked that it was the third time he had had the honour and pleasure of replying at the Summer Banquet of this Lodge . The Chairman said he would not detain them ; the weather was very fine , and he knew they were all anxious to get oub
in the gardens . This the company at once did , some to the river for boating . In tho evening tea and coffee was served , and the remainder of the day was spent in dancing , a quadrille band having been specially engaged . Altogether , a mosfc enjoyable day waa spent , and the party returned to town by the last train , declaring that this bad been one of the most successful of their summer outings . :
Eboracum Lodge, No. 1611.
EBORACUM LODGE , No . 1611 .
AN emergency meeting of this Lodge took place at the Masonic Hall , St . Saviourgato , York , on the 9 th inst ., Bro . T . 13 . Whytehead P . M . Past Prov , Grand Senior Warden North and East , Yorka presiding . The Lodge was honoured on the occasion by the visit of the following members of the Grand Lodge of Scotland : — Bros . J . T . S . Elliott Grand Junior Warden , D . Murray Lvon Graud
Secretary , J . Crichton P . M ., W . Edwards P . M . V . P . G . S ., R . Smith Brown P . M . 124 , J . Taylor 349 P . N . S . C , D . Scott 219 S . C , and J . Webster J . W . 160 . The visitors received a cordial welcome in the name of the Lodge from the acting Worshipful Master , and afterwards had an
opportunity of witnessing the working of the Lodge . After supper a lengthy toast list was submitted , including prosperity to fche Grand Lodge of Scotland , which was acknowledged in an excellent speech by the Grand Secretary . Musical contributions were given by Bros . Wilkinson , Meniiell , and others .
On Monday , the 19 th inst ., tho regular monthly meeting of the above Lodge was held , Bro . A . T . B . Turner W . M . ocenpying the chair , the visitors being Bros . J . W . Marshall P . M . 660 and Major McCachin P . M . 1991 . The business consisted of the raising of Bros .
J . Smith and J . L . Spetch to tho third degree , the ceremonial being performed by Bro . Whytehead . The W . M ., Bro . Turner , was heartily congratulated upon his restoration to health , and a most pleasant evening was subsequently spent in the smoke room , where songs and toasts were agreeably interspersed , and a right good Masonic evening was enjoyed .
Claremont Lodge, No. 1861.
CLAREMONT LODGE , No . 1861 .
r PHE installation meeting of this small , but good working and JL harmonious Lodge was held on Saturday , the 17 th inst ., at the Crown Hotel , Chertsey , wheu there was a satisfactory attend , anco of members and visitors , under the presidency of the retiring Worshipful Master , Bro . S . Ward . Amongst those also present
were : Bros . B . Williams I . P . M ., J . M . Bastone S . W . and W . M . elect , P . Woodin J . W ., T . Vincent P . P . G . Std . Br . Surrey Treasurer , H . E . Frances P . P . G . S . D . Surrey Sec , V . W . Morlifc S . D ., C . Thomasset J . D , P . A . Manning P . M ., G . Warner , G . J . Westfield , J . W . Flesknoe , and others . The numerous company of Visitors who
accepted invitations included : Bros . J . Tickle P . M . 1702 P . P . G . Reg . Middlesex , W . T . Buck , P . M . 1702 P . P . G . J . W ., John Hill Sec . 1702 , Hepburn P . M . 1702 , J . Charlton 1702 , A . C . Wylie P . M . 859 P . P . G . Std . Br . Herts , Hitohiuga ( Aldershot ) , Grokor , J . Seaton , & c . Lodge having been opened with the customary formalities , the minntes of
tho previous meeting wero read and confirmed , and Lodge was subsequently advanced to the third degree . Resuming in the second , Bro . •J . M . Bastone was duly presented as the Worshipful Master elect ;
and , having assented to the responsibilities of office , a Board of Installed Masters was constituted , and the solemn rito was impressively performed by Bro . H . E . Frances , who acquitted himself iu a manner characteristic of that excellent worker . On the re-admission
of tho brethren the newly-installed W . M . was proclaimed and saluted in the three degrees , and the addresses , to Master , Wardens , and brethren , were delivered in effective style by Bro . Fiances . Tbo Worshipful Master then invented his Officers for the year , the
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not bo disturbed ; and if you have good reason to believe that indifference will cause his footsteps to halt or prejudice to turn him aside as he approaches a fellow being in distress ; if you believe he will not freely give his brother a
helping hand when in need and support his character as well in his absence as in his presence , or betray his confidence , leave him in the rubbish outside of the Temple where he belongs .
These rules ancl this advice , we think worthy of thought , and under them may we not as Masons make our selections of material from the quarries with a conscience void of offence , and in after-life possess the satisfaction of having
done our share towards the upbuilding of the Institution —Masonic Tidings .
Grove Lodge, No. 410.
GROVE LODGE , No . 410 .
A REGULAR meeting of this Lodge was held on Saturday last , at the Sun Hotel , Kingston-on-Thames , when , no doubt in consequence of the unpropitious state of the weather , there was a smaller attendance than usual . Lodge was opened at half-past four o ' clock , under the presidency of Bro . H . J . P . Dumas P . G . D ., supported by the Worshipful Master , Bro . T . Eustace Smith , who officiated aa S . W .
during a portion of the working ; Bros . 0 . Greenwood , Deputy Prov . Grand Master of Surrey , 0 . Greenwood jun . Prov . Grand Secretary acting as J . W ., H . H . Hawkins , J . 0 . Porter , and others . The minutes of the last meeting having been confirmed , Lodge was advanced to the third degree , when Bro . John 0 . Porter was raised
the working being admirably performed , Bro . Hawkins giving the traditional history . The notice of motion on the agenda by Bro . Henry J . P . Dumas , relative to the alteration of the bye-law respecting the annual subscriptions , was not proceeded witb , in consequence of the absence of the proposer . Amongst other business was the
nomination of a joining member , by Bro . H . H . Hawkins , seconded by Bro . J . 0 . Porter , after which Lodge was closed with the usual harmony . At the conclusion of the business , the brethren sat down to an excellent banquet , provided by Bro . Bond , the esteemed proprietor of the Sun , when the loyal and Craft toasts were proposed and duly
honoured . The toast of the Prov . Grand Officers was acknowledged in suitable terms by Bro . 0 . Greenwood Deputy Prov . Grand Maotor , and the health of the Worshipful Master was received with special
honours . Other toasts of a complimentary nature followed , and a pleasant evening was spent , the weather having cleared , enabling the brethren to spend an enjoyable half hour or so in the pretty grounds of the hotel , previous to their return home .
Panmure Lodge, No. 720.
PANMURE LODGE , No . 720 .
A REGULAR , meeting of thia Lodge was held at the Balham Hotel , Balham , on Monday , the 19 th inst . ' Present—Wor . Bro . John Daniel Arnold W . M ., Bros . A . Leonard S . W ., P . Pnrkess J . W ., G . Treves I . P . M ., T . Poore P . M . and Sec , Lewis Jones S . D ., A . 0 . Wood J . D ., Barnett I . G ., S . Ash W . S ., G . Allen P . M . 144 D . C . ; Past Masters James Stevens and E . Mitchell , G . Tilley P . M . 1632 , 0 . H .
Richmond , G . Mulley , J . Pinch , J . L . Ball , & o ., & c , and 0 . Thomas Tyler . "Visitors—Bros . G . S . Graham P . M . 1851 Past Prov . G . Org ., S . W . Bowen 1851 , aud VV . Powell 1531 . The minutes of theprevions meeting having been confirmed , a letter from the Grand Secretary , approving of the desired alteration in number of meetings , was
read ; in accordance with which tbe future meetings of this Lodge will be held ou the third Mondays iu the mouths of January , March , May ( Installation ) , July , September , and November , respectively . There being two candidates for initiation , who were delayed in arrival , the Lodge was " called off" for a brief period , and
subsequently called on . The candidates , Messrs . Samuel Bullen and George Goodge , being then in attendance , those gentlemen were balloted for , and approved of . Tbe ceremony of initiation was very ably performed by the W . M ., who gave proofs in this , his first work as the presiding officer , of considerable ability . Ifc was announced
thafc the Treasurer of the Lodge , invested at the previous meeting , waa desirous of tendering his resignation of that office , and his resignation being unanimously accepted , the I . P . M ., Bro . G . Treves , was nominated for election , and received tho favourable votes of the brethren withont exception . Bro . James Stevens P . M . referred to
an unpleasant matter affecting the character of the Lodge , which bad been made the snbject of public comment in the pages of ono of tho Masonic journals , and subsequent discussion by members of the Craft ; . He expressed himself , as the senior P . M . of the Lodge , as above all things jealous for its good i-epute , and the reflection upon
it that it was in the slightest measure wanting in loyalty to the Sovereign and the Grand Master of the Order waa unendurable to tho general body of its members , as well as to himself . Ifc was onfc of their power to undo what had been done , bnfc they could mark their souse of strong disapproval of the behaviour of tho individual in
question by refusing the usnal close Masonic association with him , until he had purged himself of this grave offence by an ample apology to the Lodge . In the meanwhile , and lest tho absolute ignoring of hia disloyal action might be misconstrued into sympathy therewith , ho suggested thafc the minutes of this meeting should bear ¦
" * record of tho indignation of all present that any one of theii number could so far forget his obligations fco the Craft . Bro . Stevens remarks were received wifch much earnestness , and were inunediatelv
followed by an unanimous vote in terms of tho strongest condemnation of the offending brother's most disloyal act , and it was ordered that tho same be recorded on the Lodge inmate ? . A few matters of routine bnsiness concluded the work of the meetin r , aud the Lod « e
Panmure Lodge, No. 720.
was then closed in due form , and with solemn prayer . An excellent repast had been provided by Bro . Tilley P . M ., the worthy host of the Balham Hotel , —whom , we were glad to see present and nearly recovered from his late severe accident—and to thia the brethren gave due attention . Subsequently tho usual toasts were given , that
of the Queen being on this occasion unanimously honoured , and the singing of tho National Anthem most demonstratively joined in by all present . Bro . G . S . Graham presided at the pianoforte , and some excellent songs and recitations were interspersed with the remaining toasts . The company separated at a reasonable hour , pleased with and encouraged by the entire proceedings of the evening .
Lodge Of St. John, No. 1306.
LODGE OF ST . JOHN , No . 1306 .
THE sixth annnal Summer Banquet and Ladies' Day took place on Thursday , the 15 th instant , at the Crown Hotel , Broxbourne , under the presidency of Bro . G . T . Hotdom W . M . ; Bro . J . G . Twinn S . W . and Bro . J . Loftns J . W . occupying fche vice chairs . Amongst those present in addition to the above were Miss Holdom , Mrs . Twinn , Mrs . Loftus , Bro . P . M ., Mrs . and Miss Veal , Bro . P . M .,
Mrs . and Master Magrath , Bro . P . M . and Mrs . Wooding , Bro . W . ( Secretary ) and Mrs . McCreddie , Bro . and Miss Dawe , Bro . Heusmann , Bro . P . M ., W . H . and Mrs . Myers . Bro . and Mrs . Joslin , Bro . Piper , Bro . P . H . Dale , Miss Quail , Mr . and Mrs . Anderson , Miss Connor , Miss Gill , and others to the number of about 40 . The
banquet , which was served in first rate style , and did great credit to the host , Bro , Benningfield , seemed to be thoroughly enjoyed by every one present . At its conclusion grace was said and the usual loyal and other toasts were duly proposed and honoured . Bro . Joslin , responding for the Yisitors , expressed the pleasure it had
given him to be present on this and similar occasions ; while Bro . P . H . Dale , for the Ladies , remarked that it was the third time he had had the honour and pleasure of replying at the Summer Banquet of this Lodge . The Chairman said he would not detain them ; the weather was very fine , and he knew they were all anxious to get oub
in the gardens . This the company at once did , some to the river for boating . In tho evening tea and coffee was served , and the remainder of the day was spent in dancing , a quadrille band having been specially engaged . Altogether , a mosfc enjoyable day waa spent , and the party returned to town by the last train , declaring that this bad been one of the most successful of their summer outings . :
Eboracum Lodge, No. 1611.
EBORACUM LODGE , No . 1611 .
AN emergency meeting of this Lodge took place at the Masonic Hall , St . Saviourgato , York , on the 9 th inst ., Bro . T . 13 . Whytehead P . M . Past Prov , Grand Senior Warden North and East , Yorka presiding . The Lodge was honoured on the occasion by the visit of the following members of the Grand Lodge of Scotland : — Bros . J . T . S . Elliott Grand Junior Warden , D . Murray Lvon Graud
Secretary , J . Crichton P . M ., W . Edwards P . M . V . P . G . S ., R . Smith Brown P . M . 124 , J . Taylor 349 P . N . S . C , D . Scott 219 S . C , and J . Webster J . W . 160 . The visitors received a cordial welcome in the name of the Lodge from the acting Worshipful Master , and afterwards had an
opportunity of witnessing the working of the Lodge . After supper a lengthy toast list was submitted , including prosperity to fche Grand Lodge of Scotland , which was acknowledged in an excellent speech by the Grand Secretary . Musical contributions were given by Bros . Wilkinson , Meniiell , and others .
On Monday , the 19 th inst ., tho regular monthly meeting of the above Lodge was held , Bro . A . T . B . Turner W . M . ocenpying the chair , the visitors being Bros . J . W . Marshall P . M . 660 and Major McCachin P . M . 1991 . The business consisted of the raising of Bros .
J . Smith and J . L . Spetch to tho third degree , the ceremonial being performed by Bro . Whytehead . The W . M ., Bro . Turner , was heartily congratulated upon his restoration to health , and a most pleasant evening was subsequently spent in the smoke room , where songs and toasts were agreeably interspersed , and a right good Masonic evening was enjoyed .
Claremont Lodge, No. 1861.
CLAREMONT LODGE , No . 1861 .
r PHE installation meeting of this small , but good working and JL harmonious Lodge was held on Saturday , the 17 th inst ., at the Crown Hotel , Chertsey , wheu there was a satisfactory attend , anco of members and visitors , under the presidency of the retiring Worshipful Master , Bro . S . Ward . Amongst those also present
were : Bros . B . Williams I . P . M ., J . M . Bastone S . W . and W . M . elect , P . Woodin J . W ., T . Vincent P . P . G . Std . Br . Surrey Treasurer , H . E . Frances P . P . G . S . D . Surrey Sec , V . W . Morlifc S . D ., C . Thomasset J . D , P . A . Manning P . M ., G . Warner , G . J . Westfield , J . W . Flesknoe , and others . The numerous company of Visitors who
accepted invitations included : Bros . J . Tickle P . M . 1702 P . P . G . Reg . Middlesex , W . T . Buck , P . M . 1702 P . P . G . J . W ., John Hill Sec . 1702 , Hepburn P . M . 1702 , J . Charlton 1702 , A . C . Wylie P . M . 859 P . P . G . Std . Br . Herts , Hitohiuga ( Aldershot ) , Grokor , J . Seaton , & c . Lodge having been opened with the customary formalities , the minntes of
tho previous meeting wero read and confirmed , and Lodge was subsequently advanced to the third degree . Resuming in the second , Bro . •J . M . Bastone was duly presented as the Worshipful Master elect ;
and , having assented to the responsibilities of office , a Board of Installed Masters was constituted , and the solemn rito was impressively performed by Bro . H . E . Frances , who acquitted himself iu a manner characteristic of that excellent worker . On the re-admission
of tho brethren the newly-installed W . M . was proclaimed and saluted in the three degrees , and the addresses , to Master , Wardens , and brethren , were delivered in effective style by Bro . Fiances . Tbo Worshipful Master then invented his Officers for the year , the