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Masonry And Politics.
MASONRY AND POLITICS .
IN this article we do not refer to the movements within tbe Fraternity , having relation to the elevation of certain brethren to Masonic offices , and the defeat of others for the places of honour and responsibility in the various
organizations of the Craft . Whatever of " politics may thus be expressed within the lines of the Order , is at variance with the fundamental principles which attach to the Masonio system . But we have iu mind at this time the
outside field of political interests—the realm of public affairs wherein Craftsmen meet with some clashing of feelings as regards tho candidates for office , and the measures recommended on party platforms . The question is whether
or not Freemasonry has any direct bearing upon the cause which brethren ought to pursue in politics , whether the influence of the organization ought to constrain the judgment in the preferment of one party , or candidate , over
another . It is this question to which we now call attention . That the Masonic organization , as such , has nothing whatever to do with politics , whether of a local or general character , is a proposition which we think will be
subscribed to by all English and American members of the Craft . The character of the Institution is misapprehended , and its purposes misapplied when it is used to advance party measures or help candidates into public office .
Whenever or wherever any attempt of this sort is made there is a blow struck at the good reputation of Freemasonry , which is always made to suffer by any such attempted perversion of its influence .
Men are not called upon to abate party zeal and loyalty , because they enter the Masonic organization . They still possess and may exercise all the rights of citizenship . They may be active politicians , espousing the cause of a party ,
and working most earnestly for the success of its candidates , but they must not seek to use thfair Masonic relations and influence in these political endeavours . Freemasonry should be held entirely aloof from politics . It offers a common ground where brethren may meet in
fellowship and peace , putting aside all disturbing questions , and enter into none of the heated discussions which so often excite hard and bitter feelings . Tbe law of Freemasonry , laid down in tlie early days , and still in force is as follows : "Private piques and quarrels shall not be brought within the door of the Lodge ; nor any
disputes about religions or nations , or State policy , as these things have never conduced to the welfare of the Lodge . " This general rule accords with the genius of the
Masonic institution , which seeks to bind men together by strongest fraternal bonds that they may enjoy a sweet social communion , and under the services of a united accomplishment .
Is it not a matter of congratulation that there is one place where the turmoils and conflicts of politics do not enter ? Just now , when there is so much of excitement in the political world , we may well rejoice that the Masonic
Lodge is characterised by so restful an atmosphere , and
that within its peaceful enclosure brethren who hold to opposite views respecting public matters , may meet in friendly and helpful fellowship , uniting their labours for the promotion of the great , humane interests which are
inseparably connected with the Masonic Institution . If ever there should be a " new departure , " making the Lodge the arena of political strife , and Freemasonry an upholder
of a political policy , being used to help to elect certain can didates and defeat others , then would tbe power and glory depart from the organization , it would soon meet a deserved fate of decay and death .
But while the line of separation ought to be thus rigidly drawn between Fieemasonry and politics , there is yefc a sense in which Masonic principles and influence ought to be felt in the times of political excitement . Tho ardent
politician , who is also a Mason , ought to be prudent , just and generous , ' —ought to have due regard for the opinions of others , and be neither intolerant nor uncharitable in words nnd behaviour . Mindful of tbe inculcations he has
received at the Lodge , and drinking deeply of the genuine spirit of Freemasonry , ho should seek to repress a bitter spirit of partisanship , and be large minded and magnanimous in the expression he makes of political earnestness .
Differences of opinion concerning men and measures should constitute no bar to Masonic intercourse or personal friendship . In this legitimate way Freemasonry may exert a beneficial moral power iu the domain of politics . —Freemasons' Repository .
A Statue Of The Queen.
A STATUE OF THE QUEEN .
THE Prince and Princess of Wales , with Prince George of Wales , paid a special visit to the Colonial Office , on the 19 th instant , in order to see the marble jubilee statue ofthe Queen whioh is to be placed in the Government House , Singapore . Lord Knutsford and Sir R . Herbert , of the Colonial Office , received the Prince and
Princess , and Mr . E . Edward Geflowski , the sculptor , who was introduced by Lord Knutsford to the Royal party , pointed out the various features of the statue . The Prince and Princess both shook hands
with Mr . Geflowski , congratulated him npon his work , and authorised Sir R . Herbert to state that the statue was most life-like and beanti . ful . The statue was forwarded to Singapore on the 21 st instant .
[ Personally we can speak in high terms of praise of the excellent work produced by our good Brother Geflowski . He "is a true artist , who throws his soul into what he undertakes . We look forward to see him , at no distant
date , take a still higher position in the artistic world . — ED . P . O . ]
We reciprocate , with all heartiness , the many kind remembrances we have received during the past few days . If we have not individually replied to each aud all , it is
not that we are lacking in appreciation of the forethought and cordial sympathy shown towards us . To all our good friends we wish a happy and prosperous year .
The annual banquet in connection with tbe Segontium Lodgo , No . 606 , was held at the Royal Sportsman Hotel , Carnarvon , on Thursday , 20 th inst . The W . M ., Brother
E . Roberts , B . A ., Her Majesty ' s Inspector of Schools , presided , Bro . Rowland S . W . occupying the vice chair . A number of visiting brethren were present .
Eobert Burns Lodge of Instruction , No . 25 . —This
old and well-known Lodge will resume its meetings on Friday , 4 th January next , at eight p . m ., at Bro . Hervey's ( late Tupp ' s ) Restaurant , No . 8 . Tottenham Court-road , Oxford-street , W . C ., when the ceremony of installation will be rehearsed by Bro . Wingham , the present W . M . of the mother Lodge . Bro . Deaton W . M . elect will be the candidate . Brotbren are cordially invited to attend .
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Masonry And Politics.
MASONRY AND POLITICS .
IN this article we do not refer to the movements within tbe Fraternity , having relation to the elevation of certain brethren to Masonic offices , and the defeat of others for the places of honour and responsibility in the various
organizations of the Craft . Whatever of " politics may thus be expressed within the lines of the Order , is at variance with the fundamental principles which attach to the Masonio system . But we have iu mind at this time the
outside field of political interests—the realm of public affairs wherein Craftsmen meet with some clashing of feelings as regards tho candidates for office , and the measures recommended on party platforms . The question is whether
or not Freemasonry has any direct bearing upon the cause which brethren ought to pursue in politics , whether the influence of the organization ought to constrain the judgment in the preferment of one party , or candidate , over
another . It is this question to which we now call attention . That the Masonic organization , as such , has nothing whatever to do with politics , whether of a local or general character , is a proposition which we think will be
subscribed to by all English and American members of the Craft . The character of the Institution is misapprehended , and its purposes misapplied when it is used to advance party measures or help candidates into public office .
Whenever or wherever any attempt of this sort is made there is a blow struck at the good reputation of Freemasonry , which is always made to suffer by any such attempted perversion of its influence .
Men are not called upon to abate party zeal and loyalty , because they enter the Masonic organization . They still possess and may exercise all the rights of citizenship . They may be active politicians , espousing the cause of a party ,
and working most earnestly for the success of its candidates , but they must not seek to use thfair Masonic relations and influence in these political endeavours . Freemasonry should be held entirely aloof from politics . It offers a common ground where brethren may meet in
fellowship and peace , putting aside all disturbing questions , and enter into none of the heated discussions which so often excite hard and bitter feelings . Tbe law of Freemasonry , laid down in tlie early days , and still in force is as follows : "Private piques and quarrels shall not be brought within the door of the Lodge ; nor any
disputes about religions or nations , or State policy , as these things have never conduced to the welfare of the Lodge . " This general rule accords with the genius of the
Masonic institution , which seeks to bind men together by strongest fraternal bonds that they may enjoy a sweet social communion , and under the services of a united accomplishment .
Is it not a matter of congratulation that there is one place where the turmoils and conflicts of politics do not enter ? Just now , when there is so much of excitement in the political world , we may well rejoice that the Masonic
Lodge is characterised by so restful an atmosphere , and
that within its peaceful enclosure brethren who hold to opposite views respecting public matters , may meet in friendly and helpful fellowship , uniting their labours for the promotion of the great , humane interests which are
inseparably connected with the Masonic Institution . If ever there should be a " new departure , " making the Lodge the arena of political strife , and Freemasonry an upholder
of a political policy , being used to help to elect certain can didates and defeat others , then would tbe power and glory depart from the organization , it would soon meet a deserved fate of decay and death .
But while the line of separation ought to be thus rigidly drawn between Fieemasonry and politics , there is yefc a sense in which Masonic principles and influence ought to be felt in the times of political excitement . Tho ardent
politician , who is also a Mason , ought to be prudent , just and generous , ' —ought to have due regard for the opinions of others , and be neither intolerant nor uncharitable in words nnd behaviour . Mindful of tbe inculcations he has
received at the Lodge , and drinking deeply of the genuine spirit of Freemasonry , ho should seek to repress a bitter spirit of partisanship , and be large minded and magnanimous in the expression he makes of political earnestness .
Differences of opinion concerning men and measures should constitute no bar to Masonic intercourse or personal friendship . In this legitimate way Freemasonry may exert a beneficial moral power iu the domain of politics . —Freemasons' Repository .
A Statue Of The Queen.
A STATUE OF THE QUEEN .
THE Prince and Princess of Wales , with Prince George of Wales , paid a special visit to the Colonial Office , on the 19 th instant , in order to see the marble jubilee statue ofthe Queen whioh is to be placed in the Government House , Singapore . Lord Knutsford and Sir R . Herbert , of the Colonial Office , received the Prince and
Princess , and Mr . E . Edward Geflowski , the sculptor , who was introduced by Lord Knutsford to the Royal party , pointed out the various features of the statue . The Prince and Princess both shook hands
with Mr . Geflowski , congratulated him npon his work , and authorised Sir R . Herbert to state that the statue was most life-like and beanti . ful . The statue was forwarded to Singapore on the 21 st instant .
[ Personally we can speak in high terms of praise of the excellent work produced by our good Brother Geflowski . He "is a true artist , who throws his soul into what he undertakes . We look forward to see him , at no distant
date , take a still higher position in the artistic world . — ED . P . O . ]
We reciprocate , with all heartiness , the many kind remembrances we have received during the past few days . If we have not individually replied to each aud all , it is
not that we are lacking in appreciation of the forethought and cordial sympathy shown towards us . To all our good friends we wish a happy and prosperous year .
The annual banquet in connection with tbe Segontium Lodgo , No . 606 , was held at the Royal Sportsman Hotel , Carnarvon , on Thursday , 20 th inst . The W . M ., Brother
E . Roberts , B . A ., Her Majesty ' s Inspector of Schools , presided , Bro . Rowland S . W . occupying the vice chair . A number of visiting brethren were present .
Eobert Burns Lodge of Instruction , No . 25 . —This
old and well-known Lodge will resume its meetings on Friday , 4 th January next , at eight p . m ., at Bro . Hervey's ( late Tupp ' s ) Restaurant , No . 8 . Tottenham Court-road , Oxford-street , W . C ., when the ceremony of installation will be rehearsed by Bro . Wingham , the present W . M . of the mother Lodge . Bro . Deaton W . M . elect will be the candidate . Brotbren are cordially invited to attend .
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FUNERALS properly carried out and personally attended , in London and Country , by Bro . G . A . HUTTON " , 17 Newcastle Street , Strand , W . C . Monuments erected . Valuations made .
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EADE'SGOUT&RHEUMATICPILLS.The SAFEST and most EFFECTUAL CURE for GOUT , RHEUMATISM , and all PAINS in the HEAD , FACE , and LIMBS . IMPORTANT TESTIMONIAL from the Rev . F . FARVIS , Baptist Minister . Mr . a . EAM . March 19 , 1887 . Dear Sir , —I have many times felt inclined to inform you of the benefit I have received by taking your Gout nnd Rheumatic Pills . After suffering for some time from Rheumatics and Sciatica , I was advised to use your Pills . I bought a bottle , and when in severe pain and unable to use the limb affected 1 took a dose . In a few hours after I felt the pain much better , and after the second dose the pain completely removed and the limb restored to its right use . I thank you , dear sir , for sending forth such a boon for the relief of human suffering . Tours faithfully , F . FABVIS , 2 South View Villas , Baptist Minister . Burgess Road , Basingstoke . PREPARED ONLY BY GEORGE EADE , 72 GOSWELL ROAD , LONDON , And sold by all Chemists and Medicine Vendors , IN BOTTLES , at Is ljd and 3 s 9 d eaoh *