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gpsagas & fiaaaeag ^ SHAI * SATUEDAY , 26 TH DECEMBEE 1896 .

Kent.

KENT .

THE Provincial Grand Lodge of Mark Masons , postponed in consequence of the death of the late Archbishop of Canterbury , and subsequently fixed for a date in November which was found to be inconvenient , is now arranged to be held at Canterbury , on 28 th January , says the " Standard , " for tha installation of the Provincial Grand Master-Designate Viscount Dungarvan Deputy Grand Master of England .

The Platform Of Freemasonry.

THE PLATFORM OF FREEMASONRY .

THE cardinal virtues of Masonry are Temperance , Fortitude , Prudence , and Justice . Each one of these constitutes a plank of equal importance in the Masonic platform . Securely dovetailed together after the plan of a wise architect and builder , and strengthened with the cement of love and unity , they form a structure not only strong , but enduring . With its corners resting upon four imperishable stones , Brotherly

Love , Belief , Truth , and Charity , firmly planted upon the solid rock of Fatherhood of God and Brotherhood of man , it forms a foundation for the institution of Freemasonry that has stood the test of many centuries past , and will endure till time shall be no more . It has needed no repairs in the past ; does not need

any in the present , and will never need any in the future . Time adds but to its strength , and years to its durability . The wavea of fanaticism break harmlessly over it , the wind of bigotry cannot shake it , nor the fires of intolerance destroy it . All these elements of discord and dissolution are powerless to accomplish its destruction . Freemasonry has nothing to fear from its

enemies without , so long as Masons are true to the noble principles which constitute its foundation , and which are found in every stone in this beautiful Mystic Temple , even up to the capstone itself . To be true to them they must have a thorough knowledge of their import , and this information is essential to a proper discharge of their duties as Masons . In Operative Masonry no one can become a skilful workman who does not

apply himself diligently * during the term of his apprenticeship , and the same is equally true in Speculative Masonry . Masons must learn Masonry before they properly practice it themselves or teach it to others . This cannot be done in a day , a month , or a year ; but years of study are necessary . Some learn the ritual quickly and think that is all there is of it . Others go through without learning anything at all . A few only ever become well-informed Masons . In this lack of Masonic

knowledge among so large a portion of the membership lies the greatest daDger to the Institution itself . They are in a position to do it much greater harm than those who assail it from without . Once inside they become an element of weakness , for they are just as liable to go wrong as right . They have never learned how to observe the cardinal virtues of Masonry , or to practice the tenets of their profession . They are apt to think the platform needs some changes or repairs , and imagine

themselves competent to furnish the plans . Some seem to think the Temperance plank of mors iixiportance than all the rest , and are ready to sacrifice Prudence and Justice in their efforts to enlarge its dimensions . Brotherly Love and Charity are rolled

out from under it , leaving it to topple and break in pieces . The beautiful structure , contrived by Wisdom , constructed by Strength , and adorned by Beauty , in their hands becomes a shapeless mass , with scarcely a trace of its former grandeur . Let the platform remain with air the planks as originally placed

in it . Let it continue to rest upon the four corner-stones firml y planted upon the bed rock of Masonry . Then shall Masons everywhere continue to enjoy the rich blessings that have so long been their portion , and continue to show the world how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity . — " Masonic Advocate . "

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^CAELISH&SON, tHighClassTailors, 303EustonEoad,N.WB DRESS SUITS TO ORDER FROM 40 / - Jf | gl OVERCOATS „ „ 30 / - TROUSERS „ „ 9 / 6 ALL GARMENTS MADE on the PREMISES . WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED '; .

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SecondHandPianos. STRONG & JACKSON , Wholesale Dealers in Pianos , Organs , and Harmoniums . The best obtainable price given for Second Hand Instruments . — : o : — Grands and Cottages from £ 5 . Write for Price List . Cheapest House in the Trade . 12UpperMaryleboneStreet, GreatPortlandStreet,W.

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n n IMPORTANT— Please note that A . JUGLA'S AI Trade mark is as under : — n > \ % Cl/J/JjAoU)MEJD47 \\ \ ALFRED JUGLA —( a candidate ) . A well-known electioneering agent writes as follows : — " A . JUGLA heads the poll a long way as the best man in London for perfectly fitting genuine Kid Gloves , and my wife declares that his black gloves are the only really black gloves to bo had in London ; the others are black and white , or so badly dyed that they stain the hand like ink . HIGHLY FINISHED PERFECT FITTING SHIRTS made to measure or ready made . GLOVES TO MEASURE OR FROM STOCK , if by the doz . or | doz . subject to a discount of 6 / - per dozen . A . JUGLA , 24 Coventry St ,, London , W . C .

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THE CHEAP WINE HOUSE . Per doz . Per doz . Bottles . Half Bottles . PORT Fine , full-bodied , 1 year in bottle 22 / 6 13 / 6 SHERRY Light , dry , Amontillado stylo 16 / - 10 / - CLARET Nice Luncheon Wine 10 / - — CLARET Pontet Oanet , 1890 vintage 24 / - — CALIFORNIAN BURGUNDY Smooth , beautiful Wine , 3 years in bottle ... IS / - 11 / - CHAMPAGNE Light , dry , excellent wino 48 / - 26 / - SCOTCH or IRISH WHISKY In Gallon aud Half-gallon Jars 5 years old 17 / - per gallon ( jars extra ) . 1 „ 20 / - „ „ Pure matured Spirits , not to be equalled at the price . SEND FOB MY PEIOE LIST : A . MOSTYN ADAMS , WINE MERCHANT , St . Margaret's Offices , 55 Victoria Street , Westminster , London , S . W .

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VOICE PRODUCTION AND SINGING . NEW AND IMPORTANT WORK . Based on the true Italian method , by Prof . CELLIEK . Showing How to Breathe , Produce and Preserve the Voice ; also How to Phrase and Sing with Ease , Good Taste , and Effect . Absolutely invaluable to all vocalists . Highly recommended by eminent authorities . Post Freo Is , from . THE TEMPLE PUBLISHING COMPANY , " H ., " Selborne Chambers , Bell Yard , Fleet Street , London , W . C .

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gpsagas & fiaaaeag ^ SHAI * SATUEDAY , 26 TH DECEMBEE 1896 .

Kent.

KENT .

THE Provincial Grand Lodge of Mark Masons , postponed in consequence of the death of the late Archbishop of Canterbury , and subsequently fixed for a date in November which was found to be inconvenient , is now arranged to be held at Canterbury , on 28 th January , says the " Standard , " for tha installation of the Provincial Grand Master-Designate Viscount Dungarvan Deputy Grand Master of England .

The Platform Of Freemasonry.

THE PLATFORM OF FREEMASONRY .

THE cardinal virtues of Masonry are Temperance , Fortitude , Prudence , and Justice . Each one of these constitutes a plank of equal importance in the Masonic platform . Securely dovetailed together after the plan of a wise architect and builder , and strengthened with the cement of love and unity , they form a structure not only strong , but enduring . With its corners resting upon four imperishable stones , Brotherly

Love , Belief , Truth , and Charity , firmly planted upon the solid rock of Fatherhood of God and Brotherhood of man , it forms a foundation for the institution of Freemasonry that has stood the test of many centuries past , and will endure till time shall be no more . It has needed no repairs in the past ; does not need

any in the present , and will never need any in the future . Time adds but to its strength , and years to its durability . The wavea of fanaticism break harmlessly over it , the wind of bigotry cannot shake it , nor the fires of intolerance destroy it . All these elements of discord and dissolution are powerless to accomplish its destruction . Freemasonry has nothing to fear from its

enemies without , so long as Masons are true to the noble principles which constitute its foundation , and which are found in every stone in this beautiful Mystic Temple , even up to the capstone itself . To be true to them they must have a thorough knowledge of their import , and this information is essential to a proper discharge of their duties as Masons . In Operative Masonry no one can become a skilful workman who does not

apply himself diligently * during the term of his apprenticeship , and the same is equally true in Speculative Masonry . Masons must learn Masonry before they properly practice it themselves or teach it to others . This cannot be done in a day , a month , or a year ; but years of study are necessary . Some learn the ritual quickly and think that is all there is of it . Others go through without learning anything at all . A few only ever become well-informed Masons . In this lack of Masonic

knowledge among so large a portion of the membership lies the greatest daDger to the Institution itself . They are in a position to do it much greater harm than those who assail it from without . Once inside they become an element of weakness , for they are just as liable to go wrong as right . They have never learned how to observe the cardinal virtues of Masonry , or to practice the tenets of their profession . They are apt to think the platform needs some changes or repairs , and imagine

themselves competent to furnish the plans . Some seem to think the Temperance plank of mors iixiportance than all the rest , and are ready to sacrifice Prudence and Justice in their efforts to enlarge its dimensions . Brotherly Love and Charity are rolled

out from under it , leaving it to topple and break in pieces . The beautiful structure , contrived by Wisdom , constructed by Strength , and adorned by Beauty , in their hands becomes a shapeless mass , with scarcely a trace of its former grandeur . Let the platform remain with air the planks as originally placed

in it . Let it continue to rest upon the four corner-stones firml y planted upon the bed rock of Masonry . Then shall Masons everywhere continue to enjoy the rich blessings that have so long been their portion , and continue to show the world how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity . — " Masonic Advocate . "

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