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Prov. Grand Lodge Of Hertfordshire.
H . C . Lamhort 501 , II . J . Foster 501 , John Greig 504 , E . Harker 504 , Edward Swain W . M . 803 , Joseph Ronnd 340 , Samuel Harris 310 , W . Hunter W . M . 1077 , A . Wado W . M . 449 , I . N . Edwards W . M . 1479 , C . E . Reyner 40 !• , T . C . Chapman W . M . SG 9 , William Browne Kidder P . M . 12 , George Wilson P . M . and Treas . 173 , Edmond Wilkin 1385 , J . II . Wilkin 1385 , G . Young 1757 , H . J . Amphlott 1511 , John
Jos . Hatton 504 , \ V . Field W . M . 504 , Jos . Copestick P . M . 269 , R . A . Brooke P . M . 404 , E . Massev P . M . 1297 , R . Fisher Young P . M . 1385 , John Eldridge P . M . 167 , J . F . Rowe 501 , J . Bansor P . M . 15 S 0 , Thos . HyUtnd 1580 , Charles Bnllock 501 , S . J . Woolley W . M . 1327 , J . Knight 1327 , A . Parker P . P . G . Reg ., John Middleton 834 ( acting as Tyler ) , & c . The proceedings having been opened in duo form , and
with prayer , offered by the Prov . Grand Chaplain , the roll of Prov . Grand Officors and of Lodges was called , tho responses showing that not one Lodge in tho Province was unrepresented . Tho Prov . Grand Secretary then read the minutes of tho last Prov . Grand Lodge , which were confirmed and signed by the Prov . G . M . The election of rrov . Grand Treasurer was next proceeded with , and a letter was
read from Bro . Alfred James Copoland , tendering the offico he has foi some years held as Treasurer , stating that his many engagements prevented him from bestowing that time upon tho dnties that ho wishod . It was then resolved , on the motion of Bro . T . S . Carter , seconded by Bro . J . Terry , that Bro . F . Snmnor Knyvott bo elected to the office . Bro . W . Wilson , Grand Purs , of England , movod a
vote of thanks to Bro . Copoland for the very nblo and satisfactory manner in which he had carried out the duties of Prov . Grand Treasurer , and that tho Prov . Grand Secretary be instructed to convey to Bro . Copoland the thanks of Prov . Grand Lodge in the usual way . This was agreed to amidst loud applause . Bro . Knyvett , in acknowledging the compliment paid to him , expressed the hope that he
might carry out the duties in 3 nch a way as wonld entitle him to a similar mark of esteem and appreciation as had just been paid to Bro . Copeland . The Provincial Grand Master expressed his cordial concurrence in tho vote which had beon passed ti Bro . Copoland , and was quite sure that although they had secured a worthy successor iu tho persou of Bro . Knyvett , thoy all regretted
very much tho loss ^ of Bro . Copeland ' s services . Tho Prov . G . M ., before investing his Officers , said ho was about to appoint Bro . Frcdk . H . Wilson lies , their Prov . Grand Sec . and P . M . of tho Watford Lodgo 401 , as Deputy Prov . G . M . for the ensuing fivo years . Ho took this opportunity of expressing his thanks to Bro . J . Sedgwick , his present Dcpnty , nnd a well-known Mason iu tho
Province , for the cordial way m which he had supported him dnring his tenure of office . Iu accordanco with tho custom in the Provinco , the office of Dep . G . M . was held for a certain period , and Bro . Sedgwick ' s timo having expired , ho had placed his collar at tho disposal of the Prov . G . M ., who now bestowed it npon their late Prov . G . Sec . Bro . Iks then took tho obligation , and was invested with his
collar and jewel amidst the lond cheering of tho brethren . The following Prov . Grand Officers were then appointed for the ensuing year : — Bros . W . H . If own P . M . 501 . Prov . G . S . W ., T . S . Carter P . M . 403 Prov . G . J . W ., Rev . Oswell Thompson nnd W . II . \ V . Casoly Prov . G . Chaplains , F . Sumner Knyvett P . M . -104 P . G . Treas ., I . N . Edwards P . M . 1479 P . G . Reg ., John E . Dawson I . P . M . 401 P . G . Sec , W . 0 .
Maddover W . M . 501 . P . G . S . D ., R . F . Yonng I . P . M . 13 S 5 P . G .. T . D . T . C . Chapman W . M . 8 < i !) P . G . Sup . of Works , J . L . Mather P . M . l . ' . SO P . G . D . C ., A . W . Nash W . M . 409 Assist . D . G , John Purrott W . M . 1479 P . G . Sd . Bearer , John T . Loe S . D . 404 P . G . Organist , Wm . Bansor I . P . M . 15 S 0 P . O . Par ., H . C . Lambert I . G . 504 Assist . Pur ., John Hatton , John Greig , Charles Bullock , Henry Foster of 504 , and
Frederick A . Ford and T . Ryland Stewards . Bros . T . Thomas 504 and T . Wright 403 ( re-elected ) P . G . Tylers . It was subsequently moved [ by Bro . T . S . Carter , and seconded by the Prov . G . Sec , that the snm of twenty guineas be voted from the funds of Provincial Grand Lodge to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls . This was carried unanimousl y , and it was also resolved , on the motion of Bro .
Terry , seconded by the Deputy Prov . G . Master , that the sum of ten pounds he voted to the Berkhampstead Lodgo towards defraying the oxpenses of entertaining Provincial Grand Lodge . Bro . T . S . Carter moved , and Bro . W . Wilson seconded , that the snm of ten guineas be voted from the funds of Provincial Grand Lodge to the We 3 t Herts Infirmary at Hemel Hompstead , —Carried . The Deputy Prov .
G . Master noxt proposed , and the Prov . G . Master seconded , that pursuant to tho recommendation from tho Board of Finance to Provincial Grand Lodge , the sum of twenty . fivo pounds be contributed to tho fund being raised amongst the Masons of England for the restoration of the West Front of St . Albans Abbey . This was carried by acclamation . It was also agreed , on the motion of the Prov . G .
Sec , and seconded by Bro . Terry , that the publication or the Provincial Calendar be continued . After somo formal business had been transacted , Prov . Grand Lodge was closed in ample form , and the brethren subsequentl y repaired to the King's Arms Hotel , where a most rcc 7 tci ' c «< J banquet was provided by Mrs . Lane . Notwithstanding tho presence of a mnch larger attendance
of guests than had been anticipated , the arrangements were carried out in admirable st ylo , and reflected the highest credit on the proprietress of tho hotel and her staff of assistants . The dining-hall was h . mdsomcly decorated with flags , shields and various devices , whilst the tables wero prettily sot out with vases and epcrgnes of exquisite flowers , which emitted a delightful fragrance and
imparted a picturesque aspect to tho room . At the conclusion of the tempting menu tho customary f . oyal ami Masonic toasts were given from tho chair , and wove most enthusiastically received . In proposing the health of the R . W . Prov . Grand Master , Bro . Sedgwick said ho was quite sure it was a toast which the brethren wonld receive with enthusiasm . Speaking for himself , he had
reason to bo deeply grateful to tho Prov . G . M . for tho honourable position he had been enabled to fill during the past fivo years . Theii Grand Master had given him an opportunity , ns an old Mason , but who had grown rather rusty , of reviving the work which he did forty years ago . Be valued and appreciated tho manner in which the Prov . Grand Master had performed his duties , and he had great
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pleasure in asking the brothren to join with him in drinking to his health . Ho wished tho hon . member many years of happiness and prosperity , and ho only expressed tho seutiments of all present when ho hoped that ho would long continue to adorn the Ordor of which ho was now so bright an ornament . Tho toast was received with loud cheors , and in responding tho Prov . Grand Master said if it had given
tho proposer of this toast half as much pleasure to belong to the Craft during tho last fivo years as it had himself to preside over this Province , then he was sure Bro . Sedgwick must bo highly satisfied . No Prov . Grand Master , whether under the English Constitution or any other , ever had a pleasanter Grand Lodgo to prosido over than this . He could only say it gave him very great pleasure to como
amongst them , under the banner of oue of tho Lodge 3 of which ho was a subscribing member as well as Grand Master , and in a neighbourhood in which he had passod most of his life . Ho augured from this very successful gathering that tho Province would go on and flourish . Within the last year they had consecrated another Lodgo at Hemol Hempstead , ono of tho last towns in tho county
of auy sizo in which a Masonic Lodge was wanted . Ho did hear of a little hostile feeling on tho part of somo brethren in a neighbouring town , which ho would not name , who thought it would somewhat interfere with their Lodge ; but ho thought there was ample room for both . Both wero flourishing , and ho did not see why thero should not bo a good Lodge in both towns . Ho considered it was
a mistako to have too largo a Lodge , for though it might como a little cheaper , they ran the risk of having coteries formed , and so on . Therefore , ho saw no reason why these two Lodges should not prosper . He sincerely trusted tha Province would go on , for it certainly had taken a wonderful stride during the past few years , and ho wished it to flourish so long , at all events , as ho had tho
honour of presiding over it . Ho assured thorn that nothing should bo wanting on his part to make it both harmonious and successful . Thoy know ho had duties in auothor place , duties which had been of unparalleled hardness of late , which called him away ; but ho asked them to join with him iu drinking the next toast—the Visitors . Hospitality was one of tho great virtues of a Freemason ' s heart , and
ho should ask them , therefore , to drink tho health of tho visitors who had honoured them with thoir company . He associated with tho toast the name- of his friend Bro . L'Esfcrange , WM . ol No . 10 , who responded , no and the Prov . Grand Master wero many years at Eton together , aud they wont to Oxford about tho same time , and therefore it was with great pleasuro ho
was tho gncst of their Prov . Grand Master that evening . Moreover , they saw tho light together in tho Apollo University Lodge , and occasionally they met in that London Lodgo of which thoy wore both members , tho Westminster and Keystone . Ho thanked tho company from his heart for tho cordiality with which thoy had received tho mention of his name in
connection with the toast . The Prov . G . M . next proposed tho V . W . Deputy Prov . G . M . aud tho rest of tho Prov . Grand Officers Present and Past . He trusted that tho reception they gave the toast was bnt an earnest that thoy hud not altogether unappreciated tho selection which it had been his endeavour to mako that day . Ho had chosen the best and most leading men , so far as ho could understand , in
the Lodges of tin ' s Province . He coupled with tho toast tho imrae of Bro . F . if . Wilson lies , who had been known to thorn for many years past as their most efficient Prov . G . Sec , who in that capacity had done a great deal for tho Province , and had rendered him assistance such as ho should never forget to the closo of his existence . He sincerely trusted Bro . lies might bo spared to
perform , in his ( the speaker ' s ) absence , the duties which woidd now devolve upon him . But he had another name which ho wished also to associate with this toast , aud he shonld bo remiss indeed if ho did not montion the namo of his lato Deputy G . M . Bro . Sedgwick . For many years , as tho elder brethren knew , he filled the office of Prov . G . Sec . Sinco he had had tho honour of
presiding over the Craft in hi 3 Province in the position of Deputy , he had gained the esteem and affection of every brothor , and he would live long in the hearts of every one in tho Province . Bro . Ilea said more eloquence than he could command was necessary iu responding to thi 3 toast , no folt sincerely tho honour which had been done him to-day , and assured them ifc should be his earnest
endeavour' to carry ont the dnties of his office efficiently , and to support tho Prov . Grand Master in all his undertakings in the Province . The Prov . Grand Officors were not tho men ho took them to be if they rested on their laurels . Thoy would do their work in their respective Lodges , and he felt sure the brethren were satisfied with the choice which their Prov . Grand Master had mado to-day . On
his own part , ho hoped that during tho next five years he shonld do credit to the choice mado in his own appointment , although ho felt somo regret at relinquishing tho Office of Graud Sec . ; yet ho should look back with satisfaction and pleasure upon the kindness he had invariably received at thoir hands . Ho had mado many personal friends duriug that time , and ho trusted he had made very few , if
any , enemies . He felt it a great honour to succeed to this high office , and again thanked them for tho cordiality with which they had received the toast . Bro . J . Sedgwick also suitably replied to tho toast . The Deputy Prov . Grand Master then proposed "Tho Masonic Charities , " in doing which he intimated that ho proposed next year going np as a Steward for the Boys' School , aud he should
take it as a great compliment if tho brethren of the Province would liberally support him in that undertaking . Bro . Terry , whoso namo was conplcd with the toast , said when they considered that the youngest Ledge in the Province was numbered something like 1750 , and that now on the roll of Grand Lodge there wero Lodges numbering as high as 1832 , they could form some idea of tho growth of the Craft dnring
the past nine months , during which time no less than eighty Lodges had been added to the roll . The claims also npon tho , benovolenco of the Graft had correspond 'ugly increased , and ho was f sorry to say that at the nci ; t election of candidates for the " Girls' School , in October , they would be iu the unfortunate position of haviu '' 48 candidates with only 18 vacancies . There would havo
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Prov. Grand Lodge Of Hertfordshire.
H . C . Lamhort 501 , II . J . Foster 501 , John Greig 504 , E . Harker 504 , Edward Swain W . M . 803 , Joseph Ronnd 340 , Samuel Harris 310 , W . Hunter W . M . 1077 , A . Wado W . M . 449 , I . N . Edwards W . M . 1479 , C . E . Reyner 40 !• , T . C . Chapman W . M . SG 9 , William Browne Kidder P . M . 12 , George Wilson P . M . and Treas . 173 , Edmond Wilkin 1385 , J . II . Wilkin 1385 , G . Young 1757 , H . J . Amphlott 1511 , John
Jos . Hatton 504 , \ V . Field W . M . 504 , Jos . Copestick P . M . 269 , R . A . Brooke P . M . 404 , E . Massev P . M . 1297 , R . Fisher Young P . M . 1385 , John Eldridge P . M . 167 , J . F . Rowe 501 , J . Bansor P . M . 15 S 0 , Thos . HyUtnd 1580 , Charles Bnllock 501 , S . J . Woolley W . M . 1327 , J . Knight 1327 , A . Parker P . P . G . Reg ., John Middleton 834 ( acting as Tyler ) , & c . The proceedings having been opened in duo form , and
with prayer , offered by the Prov . Grand Chaplain , the roll of Prov . Grand Officors and of Lodges was called , tho responses showing that not one Lodge in tho Province was unrepresented . Tho Prov . Grand Secretary then read the minutes of tho last Prov . Grand Lodge , which were confirmed and signed by the Prov . G . M . The election of rrov . Grand Treasurer was next proceeded with , and a letter was
read from Bro . Alfred James Copoland , tendering the offico he has foi some years held as Treasurer , stating that his many engagements prevented him from bestowing that time upon tho dnties that ho wishod . It was then resolved , on the motion of Bro . T . S . Carter , seconded by Bro . J . Terry , that Bro . F . Snmnor Knyvott bo elected to the office . Bro . W . Wilson , Grand Purs , of England , movod a
vote of thanks to Bro . Copoland for the very nblo and satisfactory manner in which he had carried out the duties of Prov . Grand Treasurer , and that tho Prov . Grand Secretary be instructed to convey to Bro . Copoland the thanks of Prov . Grand Lodge in the usual way . This was agreed to amidst loud applause . Bro . Knyvett , in acknowledging the compliment paid to him , expressed the hope that he
might carry out the duties in 3 nch a way as wonld entitle him to a similar mark of esteem and appreciation as had just been paid to Bro . Copeland . The Provincial Grand Master expressed his cordial concurrence in tho vote which had beon passed ti Bro . Copoland , and was quite sure that although they had secured a worthy successor iu tho persou of Bro . Knyvett , thoy all regretted
very much tho loss ^ of Bro . Copeland ' s services . Tho Prov . G . M ., before investing his Officers , said ho was about to appoint Bro . Frcdk . H . Wilson lies , their Prov . Grand Sec . and P . M . of tho Watford Lodgo 401 , as Deputy Prov . G . M . for the ensuing fivo years . Ho took this opportunity of expressing his thanks to Bro . J . Sedgwick , his present Dcpnty , nnd a well-known Mason iu tho
Province , for the cordial way m which he had supported him dnring his tenure of office . Iu accordanco with tho custom in the Provinco , the office of Dep . G . M . was held for a certain period , and Bro . Sedgwick ' s timo having expired , ho had placed his collar at tho disposal of the Prov . G . M ., who now bestowed it npon their late Prov . G . Sec . Bro . Iks then took tho obligation , and was invested with his
collar and jewel amidst the lond cheering of tho brethren . The following Prov . Grand Officers were then appointed for the ensuing year : — Bros . W . H . If own P . M . 501 . Prov . G . S . W ., T . S . Carter P . M . 403 Prov . G . J . W ., Rev . Oswell Thompson nnd W . II . \ V . Casoly Prov . G . Chaplains , F . Sumner Knyvett P . M . -104 P . G . Treas ., I . N . Edwards P . M . 1479 P . G . Reg ., John E . Dawson I . P . M . 401 P . G . Sec , W . 0 .
Maddover W . M . 501 . P . G . S . D ., R . F . Yonng I . P . M . 13 S 5 P . G .. T . D . T . C . Chapman W . M . 8 < i !) P . G . Sup . of Works , J . L . Mather P . M . l . ' . SO P . G . D . C ., A . W . Nash W . M . 409 Assist . D . G , John Purrott W . M . 1479 P . G . Sd . Bearer , John T . Loe S . D . 404 P . G . Organist , Wm . Bansor I . P . M . 15 S 0 P . O . Par ., H . C . Lambert I . G . 504 Assist . Pur ., John Hatton , John Greig , Charles Bullock , Henry Foster of 504 , and
Frederick A . Ford and T . Ryland Stewards . Bros . T . Thomas 504 and T . Wright 403 ( re-elected ) P . G . Tylers . It was subsequently moved [ by Bro . T . S . Carter , and seconded by the Prov . G . Sec , that the snm of twenty guineas be voted from the funds of Provincial Grand Lodge to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls . This was carried unanimousl y , and it was also resolved , on the motion of Bro .
Terry , seconded by the Deputy Prov . G . Master , that the sum of ten pounds he voted to the Berkhampstead Lodgo towards defraying the oxpenses of entertaining Provincial Grand Lodge . Bro . T . S . Carter moved , and Bro . W . Wilson seconded , that the snm of ten guineas be voted from the funds of Provincial Grand Lodge to the We 3 t Herts Infirmary at Hemel Hompstead , —Carried . The Deputy Prov .
G . Master noxt proposed , and the Prov . G . Master seconded , that pursuant to tho recommendation from tho Board of Finance to Provincial Grand Lodge , the sum of twenty . fivo pounds be contributed to tho fund being raised amongst the Masons of England for the restoration of the West Front of St . Albans Abbey . This was carried by acclamation . It was also agreed , on the motion of the Prov . G .
Sec , and seconded by Bro . Terry , that the publication or the Provincial Calendar be continued . After somo formal business had been transacted , Prov . Grand Lodge was closed in ample form , and the brethren subsequentl y repaired to the King's Arms Hotel , where a most rcc 7 tci ' c «< J banquet was provided by Mrs . Lane . Notwithstanding tho presence of a mnch larger attendance
of guests than had been anticipated , the arrangements were carried out in admirable st ylo , and reflected the highest credit on the proprietress of tho hotel and her staff of assistants . The dining-hall was h . mdsomcly decorated with flags , shields and various devices , whilst the tables wero prettily sot out with vases and epcrgnes of exquisite flowers , which emitted a delightful fragrance and
imparted a picturesque aspect to tho room . At the conclusion of the tempting menu tho customary f . oyal ami Masonic toasts were given from tho chair , and wove most enthusiastically received . In proposing the health of the R . W . Prov . Grand Master , Bro . Sedgwick said ho was quite sure it was a toast which the brethren wonld receive with enthusiasm . Speaking for himself , he had
reason to bo deeply grateful to tho Prov . G . M . for tho honourable position he had been enabled to fill during the past fivo years . Theii Grand Master had given him an opportunity , ns an old Mason , but who had grown rather rusty , of reviving the work which he did forty years ago . Be valued and appreciated tho manner in which the Prov . Grand Master had performed his duties , and he had great
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pleasure in asking the brothren to join with him in drinking to his health . Ho wished tho hon . member many years of happiness and prosperity , and ho only expressed tho seutiments of all present when ho hoped that ho would long continue to adorn the Ordor of which ho was now so bright an ornament . Tho toast was received with loud cheors , and in responding tho Prov . Grand Master said if it had given
tho proposer of this toast half as much pleasure to belong to the Craft during tho last fivo years as it had himself to preside over this Province , then he was sure Bro . Sedgwick must bo highly satisfied . No Prov . Grand Master , whether under the English Constitution or any other , ever had a pleasanter Grand Lodgo to prosido over than this . He could only say it gave him very great pleasure to como
amongst them , under the banner of oue of tho Lodge 3 of which ho was a subscribing member as well as Grand Master , and in a neighbourhood in which he had passod most of his life . Ho augured from this very successful gathering that tho Province would go on and flourish . Within the last year they had consecrated another Lodgo at Hemol Hempstead , ono of tho last towns in tho county
of auy sizo in which a Masonic Lodge was wanted . Ho did hear of a little hostile feeling on tho part of somo brethren in a neighbouring town , which ho would not name , who thought it would somewhat interfere with their Lodge ; but ho thought there was ample room for both . Both wero flourishing , and ho did not see why thero should not bo a good Lodge in both towns . Ho considered it was
a mistako to have too largo a Lodge , for though it might como a little cheaper , they ran the risk of having coteries formed , and so on . Therefore , ho saw no reason why these two Lodges should not prosper . He sincerely trusted tha Province would go on , for it certainly had taken a wonderful stride during the past few years , and ho wished it to flourish so long , at all events , as ho had tho
honour of presiding over it . Ho assured thorn that nothing should bo wanting on his part to make it both harmonious and successful . Thoy know ho had duties in auothor place , duties which had been of unparalleled hardness of late , which called him away ; but ho asked them to join with him iu drinking the next toast—the Visitors . Hospitality was one of tho great virtues of a Freemason ' s heart , and
ho should ask them , therefore , to drink tho health of tho visitors who had honoured them with thoir company . He associated with tho toast the name- of his friend Bro . L'Esfcrange , WM . ol No . 10 , who responded , no and the Prov . Grand Master wero many years at Eton together , aud they wont to Oxford about tho same time , and therefore it was with great pleasuro ho
was tho gncst of their Prov . Grand Master that evening . Moreover , they saw tho light together in tho Apollo University Lodge , and occasionally they met in that London Lodgo of which thoy wore both members , tho Westminster and Keystone . Ho thanked tho company from his heart for tho cordiality with which thoy had received tho mention of his name in
connection with the toast . The Prov . G . M . next proposed tho V . W . Deputy Prov . G . M . aud tho rest of tho Prov . Grand Officers Present and Past . He trusted that tho reception they gave the toast was bnt an earnest that thoy hud not altogether unappreciated tho selection which it had been his endeavour to mako that day . Ho had chosen the best and most leading men , so far as ho could understand , in
the Lodges of tin ' s Province . He coupled with tho toast tho imrae of Bro . F . if . Wilson lies , who had been known to thorn for many years past as their most efficient Prov . G . Sec , who in that capacity had done a great deal for tho Province , and had rendered him assistance such as ho should never forget to the closo of his existence . He sincerely trusted Bro . lies might bo spared to
perform , in his ( the speaker ' s ) absence , the duties which woidd now devolve upon him . But he had another name which ho wished also to associate with this toast , aud he shonld bo remiss indeed if ho did not montion the namo of his lato Deputy G . M . Bro . Sedgwick . For many years , as tho elder brethren knew , he filled the office of Prov . G . Sec . Sinco he had had tho honour of
presiding over the Craft in hi 3 Province in the position of Deputy , he had gained the esteem and affection of every brothor , and he would live long in the hearts of every one in tho Province . Bro . Ilea said more eloquence than he could command was necessary iu responding to thi 3 toast , no folt sincerely tho honour which had been done him to-day , and assured them ifc should be his earnest
endeavour' to carry ont the dnties of his office efficiently , and to support tho Prov . Grand Master in all his undertakings in the Province . The Prov . Grand Officors were not tho men ho took them to be if they rested on their laurels . Thoy would do their work in their respective Lodges , and he felt sure the brethren were satisfied with the choice which their Prov . Grand Master had mado to-day . On
his own part , ho hoped that during tho next five years he shonld do credit to the choice mado in his own appointment , although ho felt somo regret at relinquishing tho Office of Graud Sec . ; yet ho should look back with satisfaction and pleasure upon the kindness he had invariably received at thoir hands . Ho had mado many personal friends duriug that time , and ho trusted he had made very few , if
any , enemies . He felt it a great honour to succeed to this high office , and again thanked them for tho cordiality with which they had received the toast . Bro . J . Sedgwick also suitably replied to tho toast . The Deputy Prov . Grand Master then proposed "Tho Masonic Charities , " in doing which he intimated that ho proposed next year going np as a Steward for the Boys' School , aud he should
take it as a great compliment if tho brethren of the Province would liberally support him in that undertaking . Bro . Terry , whoso namo was conplcd with the toast , said when they considered that the youngest Ledge in the Province was numbered something like 1750 , and that now on the roll of Grand Lodge there wero Lodges numbering as high as 1832 , they could form some idea of tho growth of the Craft dnring
the past nine months , during which time no less than eighty Lodges had been added to the roll . The claims also npon tho , benovolenco of the Graft had correspond 'ugly increased , and ho was f sorry to say that at the nci ; t election of candidates for the " Girls' School , in October , they would be iu the unfortunate position of haviu '' 48 candidates with only 18 vacancies . There would havo