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on previons occasions , and was at all times gratified at being present at its meetings , no could but refer to the admirable manner in which the ceremonies had boon performed ; tho working of the W . M . must be a delight to them all , and was sufficient evidenco that his heart and soul wero in Masonry . Bro . A . M . Cohen gave the health of tho Master . As senior P . M . it fell to his lot to propose the toast ,

which ho was able to do in very brief terms , as no comment was Teally needed to ensure it tho heartiest reception . It had been his province to see many brethren presiding over the Lodge of Israel , and ho could safely say that nono had excelled their present Master . Ho desired to address a few words to tho brethren , but more particularly to the initiates , on tho subject of Bro . Phillips's progress in the

Lodge . It was but a very few years since that tho present W . M . was an initiate in tho Lodge , now he occupied tho first place in it . His present position was well deserved , and had been honestly earned . He felt that no more words were needed , the working of the Master spoke moro eloquently of his ability than it was possible for him to do . Tho toast having been honoured , the W . M . tondered his

thanks . He considered he had but simply done his duty in tho Lodge . If the way in which he worked met with the approval of the brethren , he was amply repaid . He then proposed the health of the Initiates . The Lodge had that evening received two gentlemen of the samo blood as himself . He had known them for somo years , and could vouch for them as good men . He was sure they

would prove a credit to the Lodge , and that it would benefit by their introduction . He wished them every success in their Masonic career , and trusted they might bo elected to the chair as quickly as he had been , and might fill it with the same amount of support from the brethren he now experienced from them . Each of the newly admitted members having replied , the W . M . proposed the toast of

tho Visitors , giving them a hearty welcome . Bros . Hunt and Massey were called upon to respond . The former , on behalf of the Visitors generally , felt they were under great obligations to the officers and members of the Lodge for the way they had been entertained . For himsolf , he might say he had that evening enjoyed a very great treat . All who had witnessed the working must be gratified , while the

initiates and others who had not seen the ceremonies so ably per . formed could but be very much impressed . Bro . Massey followed . The present was not the first occasion on which he had had the pleasure of visiting tho Israel Lodge , he having been present at many of its meetings , even before the initiation of the preseut Master . What the brethren had had the opportunity of wit .

nessing that evening was nothing new . The Lodge bad always been noted both for its good working and its princely hospitality . As Past Master of one Lodge , and present Master of another , ho naturally took some interest in the working of the ritual . He might say he had that evening received a lesson for which he was extremely obliged . It was some years since he bad worked

the third degree , but having to confer it next month , the way in which it had been carried out that evening would serve as a splendid guide for him , and he hopsd he might acquit himself as well as had their Master that evening . Tho next toast was that of the Benevolent Fund of the Lodge , with which the W . M . coupled the name of Bro . A . M . Cohen , its founder and Treasurer . Bro . Cohen knew of nothing

so gratifying to Masons as that of helping tho less fortunate members of the Craft , brethren , or those families who wero unable to help themselves ; it was for this object that the Israel Lodge Benevolent Fund had been founded , and for this that it was kept np . It behoved every Mason to provide in the day of prosperity for those of advorsity , which although ho hoped might never fall upon any of those

present , it was impossible to say would not do so . One great principle in connection with their Benevolent Fund was , that of keeping all knowledge of who appealed to it entirely unknown , except to a few members of the committee , who of neccssily became acquainted with the several applicants—indeed he might say that the right hand of the Lodge did not know what the left was doing . He could bnt

appeal to the brethren for their support , and express thanks for all that they had done in tho past . Nine amounts of half-a-guinea each , and two of five shillings each , wore subscribed by the brethren . The health of the Past Masters of tho Lodge was next honoured . The W . M . felt very grateful to the Past Masters for their assistance , as he felt the Lodge must do for what they had done in the past .

Bro . S . M . Uarris replied , returning sincere thanks on behalf of the Past Masters for the way in which the toast had been proposed and received . The Past Masters felt great pride in the Lodge , especially after the high opinions expressed by the distinguished brethren present as visitors that evening . He felt it an honour to be in the position of Past Master of the Lodge . The tongue of good report

had been heard m its favour many miles distant , as was evidenced by their receiviag that evening the name of a distinguished P . M . of the Lodge of Israel , at Liverpool , No . 1502 , as a candidate for join , ing ; he would not be the first member of that Lodge who had joined them—provided , as he had no doubt he would be—he was accepted by the members . He thought this was sufficient evidence that the

work of the Lodge was carried on properly , as Bro . Henocbsberg , the candidate , knew too well what Freemasonry was to imagine he would join an inferior Lodge . Bro . A . M . Cohen took the opportunity of thankiug tho brethren for their kind expressions during his recent illness . The fow words thoy had recorded on the minuto

book of tho Lodgo wore , in his estimation , tho kindest expression they could possibly havo made . They amply repaid him for any little trouble he had been at in past years in connection with the Lodge . He trusted he might long enjoy the pleasures of the Israel Lodge , so long as he was spared . The toast of the Officers was given , and that of the Tyler concluded the proceedings .

St , Michael's Lodge , No . 211 . —An emergency meeting of this Lodge was held ou Tuesday , when the W . M ., Bro . John Water . " , presided . Mr . Henry Gibson Croft was initiated into the mysteriei of our ancient Order , tho W . M . ably conducting tho ceremony . Tho brethren afterwards spent an hour or so in a most ugiccablo maimer .

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Lodge of "Union , No . 414 . —A regular meeting was held on Tuesday , the 18 th instant , at the Masonic Hall , Reading . Present : — Bro . C . Stephens Provincial Gra , nd Treasurer Berks and Bucks W . M ., R . C . Mount S . W ., F . J . Ferguson J . W ., S . A . Pocock P . M . Treasurer , M . J . Withers Secretary , S . Wheeler S . D ., A . W . Parry J . D .. F . Blackwell D . C , D . H . Witherington I . G ., J . Martin Steward ; Past

Masters Bros . Oades , Moxhay , Baker , R . Bradley , J . Morris , A . M . Yetts , S . Bradley I . P . M ., J . Long ; Bros . G . W . Webb , R . Brachu , J . T . Dodd , E . Davies , C . G . Field , W . C . MofTatt , H . Higgs , C . G . Hawkes , C . T . Rayner , Doran Webb . Visitors—Bros . Hickie Organist 1101 , Pulley P . M . 340 , W . F . Cottrell W . M . 278 , W . A . Weatherhoad 1101 . The Lodge was opened , and the minutes of the last regular

Lodge wore read and confirmed . Bro . Joseph Franklin Stevens , a candidate for raising , proved bis efficiency , was entrusted , and TO . tired . Lodge was opened in the third degree , and Bro . Stevens was raised to the degree of M . M . The musical and vocal parts of the ceremony were kindly conducted by Bro . Hickie , who presided at the organ . The Lodge was resumed in the second and first degrees , when

the report of tho Permanent Committee respecting the reparation and redecoration or the Lodge room was received , aud adopted . The Worshipful Master vacated the chair in favour of Bro . Moxhay P . M ., who proposed the following resolution , which was seconded by the Prov . Grand Secretary , and carried by acclamation : — " That the best thanks of the Lodge of Union , No . 414 , be given to Bro . Charles

Stephens W . M . for bis munificent gift of a new carpet for the Lod ge , and defraying the cost of stuffing and covering with leather the benches and seats , and renovating the pedestals . " The Worshipful Master expressed his pleasure in finding that his presentation was appreciated , and hoped it would add to the comfort of the various

Lodges that assembled in the Masonic Hall . A vote in favour of a subscription to tho "Hervey Memorial" Fund was unanimousl y passed . A discussion took place on the subject of providing an American organ or harmonium for the Hall , which , was adjourned , Two resignations were accepted , and three joining members wero proposed , after which the Lodge was closed , and adjourned .

MontefLore Lodge , No . 1017 . —The first regular meeting of the above Lodge since the recess waa held on 24 th instant , at the Masonic Rooms , Air-street , Regent-street . Bro . S . V . Abrahams W . M ., M . Levy S . W ., Syer J . W ., L . Jacobs Treasnrer , E , P . Albert P . G . P . Sec , G . T . Mann S . D ., N . H . Benjamin J . D ., M . Leverton I . G ., Davis Organist , N . Vallentin W . S . ; P . M . ' s W . H . Gulliford ,

De Solla , S . Pollitzer , A . BInmenthal , J . Lazarus , Grunebaum . Visitors—Bros . W . Argent British Lodge , P . E . Van Noorden Org . 188 , Phillips W . M . 205 , Moore , L . Hart , Beck , P . Tobias 185 , Dr . Macaulay ( Star-in-the East ) , Dr . Zacbary P . M . No . 9 , U . S . A ., Max Klein 1319 , and H . M . Levy P . M . 188 . The Lodge was opened , and the minutes of May , and an emergency

meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . Frikell answered the usual questions very satisfactorily , and was passed to the second degree . A . ballot was taken for the admission of Mr . J . Walter , who was duly initiated into the Order . The resignation of Bro . L . A . Lazarus was accepted , with regret . The name of a candidate for initiation was

proposed . After Lodge had been closed , the brethren sab down to a banquet and dessert , provided by Bro . Nicols . Afterwards the Worshipful Master , in eloquent terms , proposed the Loyal and Masonic toasts . In speaking to that of the Earl of Lathom and the rest of the Grand Officers of the Grand

Lodge of England , the W . M . said they were pleased to have a Brother present a member of Grand Lodge . Bro . Albert , to whom he referred , had not only done his duty in this Lodgo , but also in Grand Lodge . After Bro . Albert P . G . P . had replied , the W . M . proposed the toast of the Initiate , who , he thought , would eventually become a credit to the Order . Bro . Walters briefly responded , and then was

proposed the toast of tho Visitors . Bros . Phillips W . M . 205 , Dr . Zacbary , and II . M . Levy P . M . 188 , responded . Bro . De Solla P . M ., in proposing the toast of the W . M ., whom ho was proud to havo had the honour of installing , said , he had never yet met his equal as a worker . Brother Abrahams was fully entitled to their regard and esteem . The W . M . said he esteemed it an especial honour to havo

been elected to the chair ; he felt it a great compliment to hear the flattering remarks of so old a Mason as Bro . Do Solla . He had been twice elected to fill the chair . He thanked them heartil y for their receptiou of the toast . The Past Masters were next complimented , and Bro . J . Lazarus was called on to respond . The toast of the Wardens , the Treasurer , the Secretary , and the Junior Officers

followed in due course . Bro . Max Klein gave a masterly performance on the violin , and then tho Tyler ' s toast was given . The W . M . provided an excellent concert , Misses Clara Riba , Florence Dysart , and others being engaged . Bro . Frikell , the celebrated Prestidigateur , amused by some marvellous tricks of sleight of hand . Bro . P . E . Van Noorden Organist 188 superintended .

Grey Friars Lodge , No . 1101 . —Referring to our report of the proceedings of this Lodgo last week , we may mention that a " Past Master ' s jewel , similar to those of his predecessors , it was agreed should bo presented to Bro . W . Ferguson W . M ., in acknowledgment of his many valuable services rendered to the Lodge , and of his admirable working during his year of office . " This was proposed by Past Master Margrett , seconded by I . P . M . Dauks , aud carried unanimously .

Brownrigg Lodge of Instruction , No . 138 . —A Lodge of of Instruction , under the above title , now meets on tho second and fourth Wednesdays in tho months of October to May inclusive , at the Sun Hotel , Kingston-on-Thames , at H o ' clock , such ceremonies being worked as the W . M . for the time being may thiuk fit . The joining fee is one shilling , and the annual subscription five shillings . Visiting fee fjd . We wish thosu interested in tho Lodgo every success i « their undertaking .