Reports Of Meetings.

This Lodge fills a long felt want by providing a meeting place where Brethren of the Corps of Engineers can assemble and discuss old times and acquaintances , and at the same time learn the genuine principles of the Craft . The Lodge meets on the second Saturday of the month , July to September excepted .

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INSTRUCTION .

WESTBOURNE LODGE , No . 733 . ON Tuesday , at the Oliver Arms , Westbourne Terrace North , Harrow Road , W ., Bros . H . Bagnall W . M ., 0 . Halston S . W ., J . Mark J : W ., B . 3 . Rogers P . M . Dep . Prec , G . Mogford P . M . Sec , T . Matthews S . D ., Llewellyn J . D ., Thomas I . G ., T . Mogford P . M ., G . W . Barter W . M .-elect 2262 , George Weaver W . M .-elect 733 , G . Jackson Crow , Grahame , J . Wyninari , Shaw , White , Folley , Knightly P . M .

The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . George Weaver acting M candidate . The Lodge was called off , and on resuming the W . M . changed places with Bro . Mark J . W ., who rehearsed the second ceremony , with Bro . White as candidate . Bro . Folley , of the Pimlico Lodge , was elected a member , and Bro . Halston to occupy the chair on Wednesday next .

WOODROW LODGE , No . 1708 . ON Monday , at 3 o ' clock , at Brother Rudderforth's ( Stone ' s ) Restaurant , Panton Street , Haymarket , Bro . Woodrow Preceptor opened the Lodge , after which he kindly vacated the chair to Bro . J . H . Warwick , who was assisted by Bros . E . Nice S . W ., W . West J . W ., C . Woodrow P . M . Preceptor , C . Wetton Dep . Prec . acting See ., J . B . Culverhouse S . D ., J . W . Ollington J . D ., J . Williamson I . G ., Budderforth , J . Klempner , E . Davis , H , J . Cousens , W . Making , J . Wynman , H . J . Palmer , F . H . Westcott .

The W . M . rehearsed the ceremony of passing , Bro . W . Making candidate . Bro . Klempner answered the questions leading to the third degree and was entrusted , the ceremony of raising being rehearsed . The W . M . resumed the Lodge to the first degree , and Bro . Making was elected a member , while Bro . E . Nice was chosen to preside on Monday next .

The Annual Supper will take place on Monday , 5 th December , instead of the 28 th inst ., as reported in our last issue .

BRONDESBURY LODGE , No . 2698 . THE ; regular \ meoting " . was- ' held on Monday / sit Bro . Coxen ' s , the Earl of Derby } -High Rbatl , Kilburn , when there were present Bros . J . H . Clemens * , as W . M ., W . G . Coxen S . W ., 0 , E ., Batcheldr J 1 W ., A . F . Hardyment S .. WV 2698 Preceptor , E , J . Campbell P . M . Assist . Prec . and Treasurer ,

Harry Willsmer Secretary , W . Knowles S . D ., T . E . Curtis J . D ., H . Coxen I .. G-i , 'A ; -E . Horstead Org ., also M . Spiegel P . M . P . P . G . S . B ., G . D . Fraser , G . qpre ' n , S . Battrum , W . Pearce , J . W . Smith P . M ., H . Leavers , G . Wheeler , M . Syrhorids , G . Symonds , J . Wynman , A . S . Marks , W . Palmer , H . Cook , P .-Davis , J . Howden , Walker .

The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Fraser acting as the candidate . The W . M . vacated the chair in favour of the Treasurer , who opened the Lodge in the second degree and examined and entrusted Bro . Howdon , afterwards rehearsing the third ceremony with his assistance . Thie'Lo'dge' was resumed to the first degree , and Bros . W . Coxen and E . Symonds were elected members .

Bro . Campbell proposed' that Bro . Horstead Organist of the Lodge be eleoted-an honorary member , which was carried unanimously . It was also proposed that the Preceptor Bro . A . F . Hardyffient'dGcupy the chair on Monday next , which was carried . Bro . Spiegel P . M . P . P . G . S . B . said it was a very unpleasant duty to remind the Brethren of the death of the Earl of Lathom Pro Grand Master , who was really one of the shining stars of Freemasonry . He proposed that a" letter of'sincere sympathy should be sent to his relatives .

Bro . Campbell seconded the proposition . He could have said a great deal moire , but time was short . It was best to leave the matter in the hands of Bro " . Willsmer their Secretary . The proposition was carried . The' excellent' working of Bro . Hardyment Preceptor being so well known we are sure the Brethren will receive a real Masonic treat next week .

ANNUAL DINNER OF THE ROYAL VICTORIAN JUBILEE LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , No . 2184 . THIS Lodge of Instruction , formerly known as the Terriers , held its annual dinner on the 16 th inst ., at Bro . Charles Best ' s Dover Castle Hotel and Restaurant , Westminster Bridge Road .

The Lodge is'Under the Preceptorship of Bro . A . Darch P . M ., and ' in pursuance of his motto , business before pleasure , he took the chair and proceeded to open the Lodge , supported by the following Brethren : Walker S ; W ., A . Cohen ' J . W ., O . Wetton P . M . Dep . Prec , F . Holden Treas ., H . Sinclair P . M . Sec , Taylor P . M . acting S . D ., C . Andrews J . D ., W . J . Newstead T . G ., Joseph Cohen P . M . founder of the Lodge , C . Randall , Zucker , G . F .

lie Brunn , Cecil Merrie , T . Collins , C . Biley , Vest , T . Holland W . M . 720 , Garter R . Shaw P . M . 1772 , Inwood , Charles Best , Walter Munro , C . Lawson W . M . 1973 P . M . 913 140 2500 , J . H . Deakin , J . H . Ruhmann , John Cronow , E . Moll , C . and W . Edgar , Spencer , Max Erde , Green , Stanton ( "South London Chronicle " ) , C . West , John Toole , G . Strutt , C . T . Plucknett P . M ., J . Wynman , and several others .

The minutes were confirmed , and the Lodge was advanced to the second and third degrees , being then resumed to the first , when several new members were elected , and Bro . Walker chosen W . M . for next meeting . Adjournment was now made to the dining room , where an excellent dinner was provided under the supervision of Bro . Voigfc , the Manager of the Hotel , who was most assiduous in attending to the comfort of the guests .

At the conclusion of the repast Bro . Darch , who occupied the chair , submitted the usual Loyal toasts , following which he proposed that of prosperity to the Royal Victorian Jubilee Lodge . The present was their third anniversary , and he was pleased to see so many supporters of the Lodge present . He referred to the fact that Grand Lodge had required them to discontinue the name of " Terriers , " under which they had formerly worked . He was also very pleased they had removed to such comfortable quarters as

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they at present occupied , and felt the Brethren all appreciated the changethis was evidenced by the fact that the number of members was increasing week by week . He had much pleasure in coupling with the toast tha name of Bro . Joseph Cohen founder of the Lodge , Bro . Fred Holden its Treasurer , and Bro . H . Sinclair its Seoretary . Bro . Joseph Cohen P . M . 2184 P . D . G . D . C . Essex , in replying to the toaat , said he was proud to be with them that day , and to see the remarkable

success they had attained . He little thought when he praotically founded the Lodge of Instruction , by presenting them with the furniture and necessary working implements , some three or four years ago , that he should in so short a time see their annual festival so numerously supported by the Brethren . Most Masons were , sooner or later in their Masonio oareer , impressed with the fact that they owed some duty to the Craft ; this duty was nerformed by different MasonB in different ways . Some thought they

had discharged their duty to the Institution by giving their guineas to the Charities , others thought that all they need do was to pay their subscriptions , and by hook or by crook get into office , and eventually into the chair of their Lodge ; whilst others , who were equally zealous Masons , though hot devoid of the laudable ambition to rise in the Masonio profession ^ were imbued with the desire to impart or assist in imparting a true conception of the excellent

teachings contained in our beautiful ritual . Now , although he had been thanked and praised for the service he had rendered by founding the Lodge , he required no thanks ; he considered he had only discharged a very small portion of his obligation to Freemasonry , and felt that it had been a privilege to have been the means of starting that Lodge on what he hoped would be a long and prosperous career .

Bro . Holder had not expected to be called upon , but was very pleased to note the progress of the Lodge in its new quarters , where theywere most comfortable . He was gratified in being able to say the funds were improving , and that the Lodge was in a prosperous condition . He assured them that aa their Treasurer he should do all that lay in his power to take care of their funds , and again thanked them for their very kind wishes . , .

Bro . Sinclair Secretary thanked the Chairman most heartily for having coupled bis name with the toast . He asked the professional Brethren not to feel the change in the name of the Lodge made a difference to thern ^ They had the same Preceptor , and they would receive the same attention arid consideration as heretofore . He also added a word of compliment to the host for the excellent way in which he had catered for the Lodge .

Bro . Joseph Cohen now rose to propose the toast of the Preceptor of the Lodge Bro . Darch P . M . He said it was a most pleasing duty that devolved on him , one he was the more proud to perform as the Brother who . was to be honoured by the toast was one to whom he personally owed a debt of gratitude . He had just remarked in his previous speech upon the different manner in which various Masons viewed the duty they owed to the Drift , and he had omitted to mention the most important ola ' ss of Brethren , those

who , at sacrifice of their time , and often with but scant recognition 61 their eminent services to Freemasonry , came week after week to their Lodges of Instruction , to impart to those Brethren who sought it , a knowledge of the beautiful ritual of Freemasonry . Amongst those worthy Brethren Brother Darch shone out a most brilliant example of the genus Preceptor , and he was sorry to have to say it , but he was afraid many Brethren forgot the deep debt of gratitude they owed to their Preceptor , whom he always regarded as the Teacher , the . Rabbi , aye , the very High Priest of Freemasonry . It was

not possible for Brethren to acquire the neoessary knowledge of the rites and ceremonies without the assistance of such Brethren as the one whom they delighted to now honour , and he asked the Brethren to join him in wishing Bro . Darch a long and prosperous career . His only regret was that he could not be with them more often to assist in both learning and disseminating a knowledge of the Masonic ritual , but although absent he always looked for the report of their proceedings in the FBEEMASON ' CHBONICLE , and was always pleased to see that Bro . Darch was , week after week , well supported by the Brethren . He concluded by proposing the toast .

Bro . Daroh was received with quite an ovation on rising to respond . He thanked Bro . Cohen for his very kind remarks , which had reminded him of the early days of his Masonic career . Producing his watch he said he had been presented with that handsome present twelve months ago . He assured them that as long as he lived he should do all he could for the welfare of the Lodge , and concluded by again thanking them for having received the toast in so cordial a manner .

The Visitors' toast was next given , and was responded to by Brother Spencer , who said he had thoroughly enjoyed himself , and he was sure all the other visiting Brethren had done so likewise . No one could have done otherwise , seeing that everything that evening had been to perfection . Bro . Darch proposed that the thanks of the meeting be given to Bro .

Voigt , for the able way in which he had provided for their comfort that day . Bro . Voigt returned thanks , alike on behalf of the Proprietor Brother Charles Best and for himself . It was rather awkward to give the company the attention he desired at that time of the day , but he had done MB best ; and was pleased to hear his efforts had resulted successfully .

Being a professional Lodge naturally there was no lack of musical talent , among others who contributed to the harmony being Bros . Charlea Munro , James Toole , H . Sinclair , G . Strutt , Cecil Merrie , and others . Bro , Fred Holden Treasurer gave an excellent recitation . The Brethren separated later than was expected , but all agreed a most enjoyable afternoon had been spent .

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PROVINCIAL .

CONCORD LODGE , No , 1534 , THE regular meeting was held at Chester Bank , Prestwich , on Thursday , 17 th inst ., Bro . Dr . F . Stephenson W . M . There was a good programme of work to confront the new Officers on this , the first night after the installation , in the shape of an initiation , a

passing , and a raising . The W . M . performed the first ceremony , that of inducting Mr . William Thomas Walker , Cloth Salesman , Prestwich , into the mysteries and privileges of ancient Freemasonry ; the second , that of passing Bro . A . S . Woodhouse , was in the hands of Bro . W . H . Norton P . M . P . P . G . Reg . ; while Bro ! Fawcett I . P . M . did justice in raising Bro . Thomas Scholfield to the sublime degree of Master Mason .

URMSTON LODGE , No . 1730 . THE regular meeting was held at the Victoria Hotel , Urmston , on Monday , 14 th inst ., Bro . Jas . Ormrod W . M .