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VIATOR LODGE , No . 2308
A MEETING was hold at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet Street , on Saturday , the 20 th . Bro . Banks W . M ., J . Stephens S . W ., Chapter J . W ., Ferguson P . M . Treas ., Morris Sec , Saundors S . D ., Nickerson J . D ., Moore , liowe , Knight , Davis , Lowe , Morley , Glover , Stead , Growthor , and others . Visitors - . —Bros . Oldis P . M . 1288 , and Sherra 172 . The minutes having been confirmed , Bro . Glover answered the questions , was entrusted and passed . The bye-laws were read , and the Lodgo was closed .
The brethren adjourned to banquet , served under tho personal care of Bro . A . Clemow , and which gave the greatest satisfaction . The W . M . gave the toasts briefly but earnestly . Bro . Hobbs I . P . M . proposed the health of fche W . M . referring to the excellent work he had done , his courteous manner , and his desire to uphold the prestige of the Lodge .
The toast of the Visitors , Past Masters , Treasurer and Secretary , followed in quick succession . Tho W . M . gave the toast of the Officers , dwelling on the great assistance he received from them and how deeply he was indebted for their support . He coupled the names of Bros . J . Stephens S . W . and Saunders .
Bro . Stephens thanked the Master for his kind and flattering remarks . They were all desirous of doing their duty , and assist him in every way in their power . He would , with the W . M . ' s permission , allude to his dear old friend and brother , W . M . Stiles , who had just come amongst them and who was a candidate for the
office of Grand Treasurer . It was needless to say how many years he had known Bro . Stiles ; he could vouch he was a brother highly fitted to be elected to tho office of Grand Treasurer . He was a Mason of 20 years , charitable , genial , and in the front rank to support our grand Institutions . Ho had undertaken fche onerous offico of
Steward 14 times , and was a Vice-Patron of tho three Institutions , without mentioning very many acts of kindness to brethren in times of need . He was always to be found amongst them in their Lodges and Lodges of Instruction , advising , instructing , and taking part in every object for the good and benefit of tho Masonic Order . Ho
would impress upon them that thero were only two appoinments open to the brethren to voto upon , that of tho Most Worshipful Grand Master , whom he hoped would be wifch fchem for many yoars , and that of the Grand Treasurer . Ho believed this latter appointment should be held strictly among fcho wearers of the Blue , and should bo an annual offico , and not one as desired by a few , held by
one brother for a number of years . He trusted the brethren would be very jealous of their privilege , and not let it be taken from them . He hoped the brethren would uso their utmost endeavours to support and secure the election of their old friend , and prove that their ' s were not merely promises , but acts . Bro . Stephens thanked the W . M . for his kind indulgence , assuring him he would do all in his power to mako his year of office happy and prosperous .
Bro . Ferguson P . M . also impressed on the brethren the necessity to use thoir best efforts on behalf of their old friend , Bro . Stiles , who he had known nearly 20 years . He could assure the brethren that they would be doing an honour to themselves and paying a tribute to a very worthy brother as well as an encouragement to those worthy brethren who gave their time , money , and valuable services to Masonry and its distinguished Institutions .
Tho W . M . spoko further on behalf of Bro . Stiles , promising his support . Bro . Stiles replied very earnestly , evidently deeply impressed with his most gratifying reception . The Tyler ' s toast brought to a close a very happy evening .
o o o LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , No . 581 . THE bi-monthly meeting was held at the Old Boar ' s Head , Manchester , on the llth insfc . At the former meeting Bro . H . H . Warburton , Preceptor , had intimated that owing to his delicate health , coupled with family ties , he felt compelled to
resign his position , and to withdraw his name as a candidate for re-election . He thanked the brethren very sincerely for the kindness they had always evinced towards him , ana concluded by nominating as his successor Brother James W . Abbott P . M . 1030 P . P . G . D . C . The brethren were unanimous in their expressions of regret that Bro . Warburton felt compelled to relinquish a position
which he had held with great credit for a number of years , and upon the proposition of Bro . J . Townley Trotter , which was seconded by Bro . Abbott , it was decided to convey to Bro . Warburton the regret of the brethren upon his retirement , together with thanks to him for valuable past seivices , the same to take the form of an illuminated address .
Thc name of Bro . Abbott was then placed before tho meeting , and he was unanimously voted to the position which Bro . Warburton had just vacated . Therefore , at the meeting of llth January , reverted to in the opening lines of this report , Bro . Abbott properly began his duties , and , from our knowledge of his abilities , we may anticipate for the Lodge of Instruction the came success which attended the efforts of his predecessor .
The Lodgo being opened a ballot was successfully taken for Bros . Leonard Jagger , James William Howard , and William B . Flower , all of Lodge 287 , Charles Truby 992 , and John James Leale 2109 ; Bro . Thomas Hamnett 2363 being the proposer in
each case , and Bro . Alfred Hebden P . M . Sec . the seconder . Bro . Edward Roberts P . M . 1459 submitted the following names from the Zion Lodge , No . 1798 : —Bros . Charles I . Sassoon , Leon E . Levy , and Alexander Kirkwood . Bros . Joseph Hilton 2363 , and F . W . Burgess 1459 , were also proposed as joining members .
A printed balance sheet , which , thanks to the Officers , was in every way satisfactory , was passed round to each brother present , from which it appears that this very popular Lodge of nearly 160 members , contributes , annually , a sum of money to the East Lancashire Systematic Masonic Educational and Benevolent Institution .
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Letters were read from many Provincial Officers , expressing their regret that owing to various causes they wero nofc ablo to bo present . Being the yearly mooting , the proceedings were followed by the Festival of St . John , a recherche dinner ( to wi ieh 40 sat down ) being placed upon tho tables , the same fully sustaining the reputation which Mrs . Stopford the hostess has acquired as a successful caterer .
Bro . Abbott Preceptor , occupied tho principal chair and was well supported . In proposing the toast of the lato Preceptor , Bro . Abbott gave a history of the progress of the Lodge of Instruction , and drew
attention to the indefatigable manner in which Bro . Warburton had exerted himself for its success , showing that under his guidance it had obtained popularity and gained prosperity , concluding a very admirable speech by presenting an illuminated address , which was as follows : — To Brother HUGH H . WAKBUETON ,
P . M . 163 , P . P . S . G . D . We , the members of the Lodgo of Instruction , No . 581 , desire to place on record our high appreciation of tho services which Bro . Warburton has rendered to Freemasonry during the past eleven years as Preceptor of this Lodge , aad previously for four years as Treasurer , and to express our deep regret that his present stato of
health has made it necessary for him to vacate the former position . As an expert and able Craftsman , Bro . Warburton has proved himself second to none in the Province , and as a private gentleman and friend we can only say that for him to bo known is to be respected and loved .
Wo sincerely trust thafc his declining years may be brightened aud cheered by the pleasant memories of his past well spent life .
Signed on behalf of tho members , James . W . Abbott P . M . 1030 P . P . G . D . C , Preceptor . George T . Lenard J . W . 1077 Treasurer . Alfred Hobden P . M . 1458 P . P . G . D . D . C , Secretary . Old Boar ' s Head , Manchester , llth January 1894 .
In response , Bro . Warburton said that one of the most difficult tasks which hod fallen to his lot for the last 21 years now confronted him . It was that length of time sinco he had commenced to receive instruction in Masonry from Bro . Godfrey Higham , to whom he owed a deep debt of gratitude . He had endeavoured to teach what he had learned as it had been given to him by Bro . Higham , and
in doing this he had been desirous of putting before his Masonic brethren the beautiful words of tho ritual in the manner which thoy deserved , and with an effort to be as nearly perfect as possible . Bro . Warburton very humorously reverted to unconscious mistakes made by candidates for admission , many of which we have previously inserted in the CHBONICXE . He congratulated himself upon the fact of being considerably better that night than he had
been for some time past ; thankod the brethren for their appreciation of his services , and assured them that in tho hands of his successor ( Bro . Abtott ) things would go on in a prosperous way . He said that Masonry had been very dear to him , and exhorted his brethren not to think it was waste of time or a trivial thing to learn the beautiful ceremonies connected with the Craft in such a manner as to be enabled to present them before the Lodge in all their goodness and in all their beauty .
Bro . Bee proposed the health of Bro . Hebden , saying that ho was a most capable Officer , who had often performed good and able work , not only in his own Lodgo of Truth , but in tho Lodge of Instruction . As Secretary to the latter for nine years his duties
had been considerable , and they were continually augmenting , but although they were especially heavy now , having increased fourfold , yet he always performed them in a pleasing and uncomplaining manner . Ho was indeed an excellent Secretary , and it would be difficult to find a successor who possessed half the zeal which he did .
Bro . Hebden thanked Bro . Bee for his kind expressions of praise . During the long number of yoars he had been connected with that Lodge he had endeavoured to give satisfaction in all the duties he undertook , and which the brethren elected to give to him . He sincerely regretted the retirement of Bro . Warburton , stating that during his co-operation no friction of any kind had occurred in the Lodge , which had sent foith not only tho best Past Masters , but
also Provincial Officers . It had also sent out admirable Wardens , and Deacons , and 15 Directors of Ceremonies , which fact , coupled with the knowledge that they had amongst them so many good workers who were ready at all times to accept any position , was a recommendation for the younger members , and should induce them to work energetically onwards , for it was an accepted fact that the Lodges did not usually appoint Directors of Ceremonies who wero unacquainted with Craft work .
During the evening songs and sketches were contributed by Bros . J . G . Hewson , Sam Luke , Fred Hilton , Thos . Hamnett , Cuthbert Howard , Edward Roberts , and others .
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rpHIS valuable medicine , dfocovered and ijSR ^ M X invented by Mr . R ICHABD F REEMAN in 1844 , ( fftBNm & SBmm introduced into India and Epyptin 1850 , and sub-E 6 a 6 | BBiEH 8 p sequently all over the world , maintains its supreqHBMHg . ' l macy as a special and gj"e ifir- Remedy for tbe ^ MMAWB ^ O . Treatment and Cure nf Coughs , folds , Oonsump-JjSSsljSwS' ^ ' ¦ OD ' dancer , Bronchitis , Astlinm , Aptie . STO * S / U ) E MAflK Throat , Influenza , Neuralirin . Diarr * rex , t >\ fernery , Asiatic Cholera , Colli-, Gout , aiid all l- " cv LT ' . At ls Hd , 2 s 9 d , 4 s i * d , lis , find 20 s prr bottle . FREEMAN'S Sold by Patent Medicine Dealers iu all parte of ATITPTM * r N . B . —Lord Chancellor Selbrne . Lord . lustieo UKlulIN AL James , and Lord Justice Mellisb decided in favour Of FREEMAN'S ORTOIXAL CHI . OROLYNK , at < l mil * A * nnT \ VM-n against Iftv .-tm nnd Davcrpnrt . cum-pelMnfr tlirmti 1 LnLUi \ UJJlllIw , pay all costs io the Buit . —Bee 2 im « of 24 th Joly 1873 .
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VIATOR LODGE , No . 2308
A MEETING was hold at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet Street , on Saturday , the 20 th . Bro . Banks W . M ., J . Stephens S . W ., Chapter J . W ., Ferguson P . M . Treas ., Morris Sec , Saundors S . D ., Nickerson J . D ., Moore , liowe , Knight , Davis , Lowe , Morley , Glover , Stead , Growthor , and others . Visitors - . —Bros . Oldis P . M . 1288 , and Sherra 172 . The minutes having been confirmed , Bro . Glover answered the questions , was entrusted and passed . The bye-laws were read , and the Lodgo was closed .
The brethren adjourned to banquet , served under tho personal care of Bro . A . Clemow , and which gave the greatest satisfaction . The W . M . gave the toasts briefly but earnestly . Bro . Hobbs I . P . M . proposed the health of fche W . M . referring to the excellent work he had done , his courteous manner , and his desire to uphold the prestige of the Lodge .
The toast of the Visitors , Past Masters , Treasurer and Secretary , followed in quick succession . Tho W . M . gave the toast of the Officers , dwelling on the great assistance he received from them and how deeply he was indebted for their support . He coupled the names of Bros . J . Stephens S . W . and Saunders .
Bro . Stephens thanked the Master for his kind and flattering remarks . They were all desirous of doing their duty , and assist him in every way in their power . He would , with the W . M . ' s permission , allude to his dear old friend and brother , W . M . Stiles , who had just come amongst them and who was a candidate for the
office of Grand Treasurer . It was needless to say how many years he had known Bro . Stiles ; he could vouch he was a brother highly fitted to be elected to tho office of Grand Treasurer . He was a Mason of 20 years , charitable , genial , and in the front rank to support our grand Institutions . Ho had undertaken fche onerous offico of
Steward 14 times , and was a Vice-Patron of tho three Institutions , without mentioning very many acts of kindness to brethren in times of need . He was always to be found amongst them in their Lodges and Lodges of Instruction , advising , instructing , and taking part in every object for the good and benefit of tho Masonic Order . Ho
would impress upon them that thero were only two appoinments open to the brethren to voto upon , that of tho Most Worshipful Grand Master , whom he hoped would be wifch fchem for many yoars , and that of the Grand Treasurer . Ho believed this latter appointment should be held strictly among fcho wearers of the Blue , and should bo an annual offico , and not one as desired by a few , held by
one brother for a number of years . He trusted the brethren would be very jealous of their privilege , and not let it be taken from them . He hoped the brethren would uso their utmost endeavours to support and secure the election of their old friend , and prove that their ' s were not merely promises , but acts . Bro . Stephens thanked the W . M . for his kind indulgence , assuring him he would do all in his power to mako his year of office happy and prosperous .
Bro . Ferguson P . M . also impressed on the brethren the necessity to use thoir best efforts on behalf of their old friend , Bro . Stiles , who he had known nearly 20 years . He could assure the brethren that they would be doing an honour to themselves and paying a tribute to a very worthy brother as well as an encouragement to those worthy brethren who gave their time , money , and valuable services to Masonry and its distinguished Institutions .
Tho W . M . spoko further on behalf of Bro . Stiles , promising his support . Bro . Stiles replied very earnestly , evidently deeply impressed with his most gratifying reception . The Tyler ' s toast brought to a close a very happy evening .
o o o LODGE OF INSTRUCTION , No . 581 . THE bi-monthly meeting was held at the Old Boar ' s Head , Manchester , on the llth insfc . At the former meeting Bro . H . H . Warburton , Preceptor , had intimated that owing to his delicate health , coupled with family ties , he felt compelled to
resign his position , and to withdraw his name as a candidate for re-election . He thanked the brethren very sincerely for the kindness they had always evinced towards him , ana concluded by nominating as his successor Brother James W . Abbott P . M . 1030 P . P . G . D . C . The brethren were unanimous in their expressions of regret that Bro . Warburton felt compelled to relinquish a position
which he had held with great credit for a number of years , and upon the proposition of Bro . J . Townley Trotter , which was seconded by Bro . Abbott , it was decided to convey to Bro . Warburton the regret of the brethren upon his retirement , together with thanks to him for valuable past seivices , the same to take the form of an illuminated address .
Thc name of Bro . Abbott was then placed before tho meeting , and he was unanimously voted to the position which Bro . Warburton had just vacated . Therefore , at the meeting of llth January , reverted to in the opening lines of this report , Bro . Abbott properly began his duties , and , from our knowledge of his abilities , we may anticipate for the Lodge of Instruction the came success which attended the efforts of his predecessor .
The Lodgo being opened a ballot was successfully taken for Bros . Leonard Jagger , James William Howard , and William B . Flower , all of Lodge 287 , Charles Truby 992 , and John James Leale 2109 ; Bro . Thomas Hamnett 2363 being the proposer in
each case , and Bro . Alfred Hebden P . M . Sec . the seconder . Bro . Edward Roberts P . M . 1459 submitted the following names from the Zion Lodge , No . 1798 : —Bros . Charles I . Sassoon , Leon E . Levy , and Alexander Kirkwood . Bros . Joseph Hilton 2363 , and F . W . Burgess 1459 , were also proposed as joining members .
A printed balance sheet , which , thanks to the Officers , was in every way satisfactory , was passed round to each brother present , from which it appears that this very popular Lodge of nearly 160 members , contributes , annually , a sum of money to the East Lancashire Systematic Masonic Educational and Benevolent Institution .
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Letters were read from many Provincial Officers , expressing their regret that owing to various causes they wero nofc ablo to bo present . Being the yearly mooting , the proceedings were followed by the Festival of St . John , a recherche dinner ( to wi ieh 40 sat down ) being placed upon tho tables , the same fully sustaining the reputation which Mrs . Stopford the hostess has acquired as a successful caterer .
Bro . Abbott Preceptor , occupied tho principal chair and was well supported . In proposing the toast of the lato Preceptor , Bro . Abbott gave a history of the progress of the Lodge of Instruction , and drew
attention to the indefatigable manner in which Bro . Warburton had exerted himself for its success , showing that under his guidance it had obtained popularity and gained prosperity , concluding a very admirable speech by presenting an illuminated address , which was as follows : — To Brother HUGH H . WAKBUETON ,
P . M . 163 , P . P . S . G . D . We , the members of the Lodgo of Instruction , No . 581 , desire to place on record our high appreciation of tho services which Bro . Warburton has rendered to Freemasonry during the past eleven years as Preceptor of this Lodge , aad previously for four years as Treasurer , and to express our deep regret that his present stato of
health has made it necessary for him to vacate the former position . As an expert and able Craftsman , Bro . Warburton has proved himself second to none in the Province , and as a private gentleman and friend we can only say that for him to bo known is to be respected and loved .
Wo sincerely trust thafc his declining years may be brightened aud cheered by the pleasant memories of his past well spent life .
Signed on behalf of tho members , James . W . Abbott P . M . 1030 P . P . G . D . C , Preceptor . George T . Lenard J . W . 1077 Treasurer . Alfred Hobden P . M . 1458 P . P . G . D . D . C , Secretary . Old Boar ' s Head , Manchester , llth January 1894 .
In response , Bro . Warburton said that one of the most difficult tasks which hod fallen to his lot for the last 21 years now confronted him . It was that length of time sinco he had commenced to receive instruction in Masonry from Bro . Godfrey Higham , to whom he owed a deep debt of gratitude . He had endeavoured to teach what he had learned as it had been given to him by Bro . Higham , and
in doing this he had been desirous of putting before his Masonic brethren the beautiful words of tho ritual in the manner which thoy deserved , and with an effort to be as nearly perfect as possible . Bro . Warburton very humorously reverted to unconscious mistakes made by candidates for admission , many of which we have previously inserted in the CHBONICXE . He congratulated himself upon the fact of being considerably better that night than he had
been for some time past ; thankod the brethren for their appreciation of his services , and assured them that in tho hands of his successor ( Bro . Abtott ) things would go on in a prosperous way . He said that Masonry had been very dear to him , and exhorted his brethren not to think it was waste of time or a trivial thing to learn the beautiful ceremonies connected with the Craft in such a manner as to be enabled to present them before the Lodge in all their goodness and in all their beauty .
Bro . Bee proposed the health of Bro . Hebden , saying that ho was a most capable Officer , who had often performed good and able work , not only in his own Lodgo of Truth , but in tho Lodge of Instruction . As Secretary to the latter for nine years his duties
had been considerable , and they were continually augmenting , but although they were especially heavy now , having increased fourfold , yet he always performed them in a pleasing and uncomplaining manner . Ho was indeed an excellent Secretary , and it would be difficult to find a successor who possessed half the zeal which he did .
Bro . Hebden thanked Bro . Bee for his kind expressions of praise . During the long number of yoars he had been connected with that Lodge he had endeavoured to give satisfaction in all the duties he undertook , and which the brethren elected to give to him . He sincerely regretted the retirement of Bro . Warburton , stating that during his co-operation no friction of any kind had occurred in the Lodge , which had sent foith not only tho best Past Masters , but
also Provincial Officers . It had also sent out admirable Wardens , and Deacons , and 15 Directors of Ceremonies , which fact , coupled with the knowledge that they had amongst them so many good workers who were ready at all times to accept any position , was a recommendation for the younger members , and should induce them to work energetically onwards , for it was an accepted fact that the Lodges did not usually appoint Directors of Ceremonies who wero unacquainted with Craft work .
During the evening songs and sketches were contributed by Bros . J . G . Hewson , Sam Luke , Fred Hilton , Thos . Hamnett , Cuthbert Howard , Edward Roberts , and others .
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rpHIS valuable medicine , dfocovered and ijSR ^ M X invented by Mr . R ICHABD F REEMAN in 1844 , ( fftBNm & SBmm introduced into India and Epyptin 1850 , and sub-E 6 a 6 | BBiEH 8 p sequently all over the world , maintains its supreqHBMHg . ' l macy as a special and gj"e ifir- Remedy for tbe ^ MMAWB ^ O . Treatment and Cure nf Coughs , folds , Oonsump-JjSSsljSwS' ^ ' ¦ OD ' dancer , Bronchitis , Astlinm , Aptie . STO * S / U ) E MAflK Throat , Influenza , Neuralirin . Diarr * rex , t >\ fernery , Asiatic Cholera , Colli-, Gout , aiid all l- " cv LT ' . At ls Hd , 2 s 9 d , 4 s i * d , lis , find 20 s prr bottle . FREEMAN'S Sold by Patent Medicine Dealers iu all parte of ATITPTM * r N . B . —Lord Chancellor Selbrne . Lord . lustieo UKlulIN AL James , and Lord Justice Mellisb decided in favour Of FREEMAN'S ORTOIXAL CHI . OROLYNK , at < l mil * A * nnT \ VM-n against Iftv .-tm nnd Davcrpnrt . cum-pelMnfr tlirmti 1 LnLUi \ UJJlllIw , pay all costs io the Buit . —Bee 2 im « of 24 th Joly 1873 .