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J . W ., Breden Sec , Ives Treas ., Clegg S . D ., Pnnglo I . G ., Turquand Preceptor ; Marnes , Maxwell sen ., Maxwell jun ., W . 0 . Coleman 1306 , Andrews , Kent , Lewis , Day , Rowo . Lodgo opened and tho minutes were confirmed . Bro . Manns was passed , the ceremony was worked by the W . M . in an efficient manner . Tho 1 st and 3 rd sections of the lecture were worked by Bro . Onld , and tho 2 nd and 4 th by Bro . Androws ,
assisted by tho brethren . Bros . Maxwell sen . 1604 , and W . 0 . Coleman 1306 , wero elected members . Tho excellence of this Lodge of Instrnction is now becoming recognised at the East End of London . Several brethren competent to instruct are always in attendance , and the Preceptor is ever ready to impart his Masonio knowledge to any brother who may be anxious to learn .
Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 860 . —neld its weekly meeting on Tuesday evening , the 26 th instant , at Bro . Smvth ' s , Sisters Tavern , Pownall-road , Dalston . Bros . F . Brown W . M ., Williams S . W ., Young J . W ., Slaiter S . D ., Wardell J . D ., M . Christian I . G ., Dallas Seo ., Smyth Treas ., P . M . Wallington Preceptor ; Bros . G . Brown , 0 . Loikin , J . Lorkin , Bigg , Allen , Bedwell ,
Wyman , and others . The Lodge waa opened , and minntes of last meeting read . Lodgo was opened in the second degree . Bro . Brasted answered tho questions leading to the third degree , and was passed . Tho Preceptor , in his usual impressive manner , installed Bro . F . Brown . Bro . Williams was elected W . M . for tho ensning week .
Montefiore Lodge , No . 1017 . — The regular meeting was held on Wednesday , the 27 th inst ., " at the Regent Masonio Hall , Airstreet , Regent-street . Bro . Gulliford W . M ., J . Lazarus P . M . S . W ., Grunbaum P . M . as J . W ., E . P . Albert P . G . P . Sec , L . Jacobs Treas ., M . Levy S . D ., Syer J . D ., Simmonds I . G . ; and P . M . ' s S . V . Abrahams , V . Myers , and S . Pollitzer . Tho Lodgo was opened and tho minutes
confirmed . A ballot was taken for the admission of Mr . P . Feeney , who was duly initiated into the Order ; Bro . Pasta was raised . Both ceremonies wero carefully performed by the W . M . The Lodge was thon closed , and the brethren partook of a snmptuous banquet provided by Bro . Nicols . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given . That of the Grand Officers was responded to by Bros . Rev . R .
J . Simpson P . G . C and E . P . Albert . Bro . Victor Myers , in felicitous terms , proposed the health of tho W . M ., and paid him deserved compliments for his working . This having been responded to , tho P . M . 's and Officers came next , Bro . M . Levy returning thanks for the latter . The Visitors severally responded ; thoy comprised Bros . W . Webb , R . Stephens , E . Jacobs , H . Oppenheimer , L . II . Loon , E . S . Loewe , and A . J . Parkhouse .
Urban Lodge , No . 1196 . —This Lodge held its regular meeting at St . John ' s Gate , Clerkenwell , on Tuesday last , under tho presidency of tho W . M ., Bro . E . G . Legge . It will bo remembered that at the meeting in February , the first , second , and third sections of the first lecture wore worked in open Lodge , and in continuation of these the fourth , fifth , sixth , and sevonth sections wero now worked
by the W . M ., who was very ably assisted by Bro . C . II . Webb D . C , Bro . Blatchford S . W ., and Bro . Eckstein acting J . W . Amongst other business , Bro . H . Marsh was made honorary member of the Lodge , showing the great regard entertained for him , and it was announced that Wednesday , the 3 rd April , was fixed for the visit of the W . M .
and Officers to the Urban Lodge of Instruction , hold at tho Three Bucks Tavern , Gresham-street . The brethren then adjourned to supper , and a very jovial and pleasant evening was spent , several Visitors being present , including Bros . Dr . Barringor , Rev . — Jones , Watts , & c .
Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1227 . —At Bros . Bolton and Lano ' s , King and Queen , Norton Folgate , on Friday , the 22 nd instant . Present—Bros . Hine W . M ., Crouch S . W ., Smith J . W ., Fenner Preceptor , Townsend Secretary , Posener jun . S . D ., Simpson J . D ., Lano I . G . ; also Bros . Simmonds , Bolton , Pearcy , Powell , & c .
All formalities being gone through , the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed by the W . M . in a very able manner , Bro . Simmonds acting as candidate . Bro . Fenner worked the first , second , aud third sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro . Crouch was elected W . M . for tho ensuing week .
Finsbury Park Master Masons Lodge of Instruction , No . 1288 . —Finsbury Park Tavern , Holloway , Friday , 22 nd March . Bros . L . R . Rogei' 3 P . M . Preceptor , Pottle W . M ., Dunn jun . S . W ., Press S . W ., Edmunds S . D ., Bee J . D ., Cnthbertson I . G ., H . B . Dtinu Secretary , Beattie , and others . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Beattie candidate . Bro . Beattie also offered himself
as candidate to be passed , aud that ceremony was rehearsed . Lodge closed in the second degree . Bro . Rogers worked tho first and second sections of the lecture . Bro . Dunn jun . was elected to preside next week . Bro . Dr . Pottle , of Gresham Lodgo No . 869 , was elected a member . A vote of thanks was presented to Bro . Dr . Pottle for the able manner in which ho had performed tho duties of the chair , the same to be recorded on tho minutes .
St . John of Wapping Lodge of Instruction , No . 1306 . —At tho Gun Hotel , High-street , Wapping , on Monday evening , 25 th instant . Bro . Horsloy W . M ., Cox S . W ., Greely J . W ., Brame Sec , Baldwin J . D ., Mortlock I . G ., Taylor , aud several others . After Lodge had been opened , and formalities complied with , Bro . Smith , candidate for raising , answered tho usual questions , aud the ceremony was rehearsed by the W . M . Bro . Taylor 554 was elected a member . Bro , Cox will preside at next meeting .
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Clapton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1365 . —At the White Hart Hotel , on Friday , 22 nd inst . Presont—Bros . Cogan W . M ., McMillan S . W ., Slaiter J . W ., McDowell S . D ., King J . D ., Paynter T . G ., Cusworth Preceptor ; also Bros . Stephens , Gilos , Sopor , J . Badkin , W . Clennell , and Goddard Hon . Sec . The Lodgo was dul y opened ; tho preliminary business over , tho ceremony of initiation
was rehearsed , Bro . Gibbs being candidate ; after which Bro . W . Stephens answered tho qnostions of the second , and tho Lodgo being opened in that degreo , w . as duly passed ; both the coromonio 3 being well rendered by the W . M . On the Lodgo being resumed in tho first degree , Bro . W . C Clennell , of tho Peace and Harmony Lodge , No . 60 , was elected a member . The Lod ge was then closed in perfect harmony .
Islington Lodge of Instruction , No . 1471 . — -At the Threo Bucks , Gresham-street , E . C , on Tuesday , 26 th inst . Presont—Bros . J . L . Mather W . M ., Corner S . W ., Cotton J . W ., Holness Treasurer , Braine Sec , Sparrow S . D ., Le Crew I . G . Bros . Thompson , Seaman , G . Corner , Bausor , Shipley , Miller , Hunt , Petch , Matthews , Modwin , Orme , Mounsey , Hall . The Lodgo was opened in tho first degree , and the minutes wove read and eon firmed . Bro . Shipley answered the
qnestions for passing . Tho Lodgo was opened in tho second , and the ceremony was rehearsed by Bro . Preceptor Mather , Bro . Shipley acting as candidate The Lodge was afterwards opened in tho third , and the ceremony of installation was rehearsed in its entirety by Bro . Mather , who performed his duties in a very offectivo stylo . Bro . W . Corner was installed : he duly invosted his Officors . On tho Lodge resnming , Bros . Seaman , Thompson , Orme and Mounsey were duly
elected members , and Bro . Shipley was chosen W . M . for the ensuing week . A vote of thanks to Bro . Mather for tho groat amount of pleasnro and instruction tho brethren had derived from his exertions was proposed by Bro . Braine , seconded , and carried unanimously . Bro . Seaman tendered his thanks personally to Bro . Mather for the enjoyablo ovening ho had spent ; this had induced him to join the Lodge .
Marquess of Ripon Lodge of Instruction , No . 1489 . —At tho Pembnry Tavern , Amhurst-road , Hacknoy on Monday , the 25 th inst . Present—Bro . E . Bishop W . M ., Slaiter S . W ., Goddard J . W ., McDowall S . D .-, Garrod J . D ., Jacob I . G ., Blunt acting Preceptor ; also Bros . Lockett , Dietrich , Blunt , F . Badkin , Morgan jun ., Maun , & c . Lodgo was opened in ancient form with prayer , and after tho usual pre .
liminary business Bro . Lockett offered himself as candidate for initiation . Lodge was opened in tho second degreo , and Bro . F . Badkin was passed to tho dogree of Fellow Craft . Bro . F . Badkin then answered the qnestions leading from tho socond to the third dogree , and was entrusted . Lodge was opened in the third degree , and tho
ceremony of raising was ably rehearsed , Bro . F . Badkin being candidate . Tho W . M . gave the traditional history and lectnro in a careful and impressive manner . Lodge was closed in the third and second degreos . Bro . E . Diotrich , J . D . Duke of Connaught Lodge 1527 , was ballotted for as a member . Lodgo was closed in harmony , and ad . ournod till Monday , 1 st April , at 7 . 30 .
Hemming Lodge , No . 1512 . The election meeting of this Lodgo took place at the Lodge-room , Hampton , on Thursday , tho 21 st inst . Tho W . M . Bro . John Hammond called for the assistance of tho brethren for tho opening soon after 5 p . m ., in the pre 3 once of the R . W . Brother Colonel Burdett Prov . Grand Master . Tho W . M . was also supported by Past Masters E . Hopwood Treas ., D . B . Raw
late Treas ., W . Hammond Sec , and J . Wilson of tho Etonian 209 . Other Officers wero—C . W . Fox W . M . 1326 S . W ., J . C . Jossett J . W ., T . W . Ockenden S . D ., T . C Walls J . D ., F . W . Kont I . G ., J . W . Hiscox and T . Moody Senior and Junior Stewards . Tho W . M . first initiated Mr . Wm . Beauchamp , in his usual effective style , thon passed Bro . Papworth , and lastly raised Bro . W . C . Davey to tho sublime
degree . During the recess , for the preparation and preliminaries of tho initiation , the W . M . called upon the Secretary to read the Communication from Grand Lodge having reference to the assailed fundamental principles of the Craft by the Grand Oriont of France . The report of the Committee appointed by Grand Lodge having claimed the entire sympathy of the assembled brethren , and
the express support of the R . W . Prov . Grand Master and W . M . and Past Masters present , was ordered to bo entered on the minutes of the Lodgo , and its spirit fully acted upon as far as the Homming Lodgo is concerned . Among other features of the meeting should be montioned tho vote of ten guineas to tho Masonic Institution for Girls ; a Past Blaster ' s jewel to tho W . M . for the excellent manner
in which he had conducted the duties of his offico during his year ' s service ; the announcement of tho eloction of the Prov . Grand Blaster as an Hon . BIember of the Lodge ; a vote of condolence with Bro . P . BI Sharp iu his severe illness ; and several propositions for tho ensuing meeting . The S . W . Bro . Fox received tho unanimous suffrages of the brethren as W . M . elect , and acknowledged tho high honour and
mark of esteem in neat and smtablo terms . Among the other brethren present wore J . A . Scott of tho Wolsey Lodgo No . 1656 , A . D . Tozer , C . Hole , J . Chilcott , W . Knowlos , H . Blurphy , H . J . Jones , E . Andrews , Harry Tagg , and J . Gilbert . At the modest , but excellently served banquet which followed , provided by the host , Bro . Blurphy , tho usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given , with
great spirit , and responded to with excellent fire . Iu tho course of his remarks as Past Grand Warden , Prov . Grand Blaster , and an Hon . Member of the Lodge , Col . Burdett passed a high encomium upon the able manner iu whioh the W . 3 I . performed all throe of tho ceremonies of the Craft , congratulating tho Lodge upon its happy
possession of a Blaster whoso energy and ability angnred continued success for the Lodge , presenting a model for tho aspirations of tho " coming men" as occupants of the chair . After a most enjoyable ovening the brethren separated , at ten o ' clock . Bros . T . C Walls Prov . G . Org . and others interspersed tho proceedings at the banquet table with some excellent songs .
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J . W ., Breden Sec , Ives Treas ., Clegg S . D ., Pnnglo I . G ., Turquand Preceptor ; Marnes , Maxwell sen ., Maxwell jun ., W . 0 . Coleman 1306 , Andrews , Kent , Lewis , Day , Rowo . Lodgo opened and tho minutes were confirmed . Bro . Manns was passed , the ceremony was worked by the W . M . in an efficient manner . Tho 1 st and 3 rd sections of the lecture were worked by Bro . Onld , and tho 2 nd and 4 th by Bro . Androws ,
assisted by tho brethren . Bros . Maxwell sen . 1604 , and W . 0 . Coleman 1306 , wero elected members . Tho excellence of this Lodge of Instrnction is now becoming recognised at the East End of London . Several brethren competent to instruct are always in attendance , and the Preceptor is ever ready to impart his Masonio knowledge to any brother who may be anxious to learn .
Dalhousie Lodge of Instruction , No . 860 . —neld its weekly meeting on Tuesday evening , the 26 th instant , at Bro . Smvth ' s , Sisters Tavern , Pownall-road , Dalston . Bros . F . Brown W . M ., Williams S . W ., Young J . W ., Slaiter S . D ., Wardell J . D ., M . Christian I . G ., Dallas Seo ., Smyth Treas ., P . M . Wallington Preceptor ; Bros . G . Brown , 0 . Loikin , J . Lorkin , Bigg , Allen , Bedwell ,
Wyman , and others . The Lodge waa opened , and minntes of last meeting read . Lodgo was opened in the second degree . Bro . Brasted answered tho questions leading to the third degree , and was passed . Tho Preceptor , in his usual impressive manner , installed Bro . F . Brown . Bro . Williams was elected W . M . for tho ensning week .
Montefiore Lodge , No . 1017 . — The regular meeting was held on Wednesday , the 27 th inst ., " at the Regent Masonio Hall , Airstreet , Regent-street . Bro . Gulliford W . M ., J . Lazarus P . M . S . W ., Grunbaum P . M . as J . W ., E . P . Albert P . G . P . Sec , L . Jacobs Treas ., M . Levy S . D ., Syer J . D ., Simmonds I . G . ; and P . M . ' s S . V . Abrahams , V . Myers , and S . Pollitzer . Tho Lodgo was opened and tho minutes
confirmed . A ballot was taken for the admission of Mr . P . Feeney , who was duly initiated into the Order ; Bro . Pasta was raised . Both ceremonies wero carefully performed by the W . M . The Lodge was thon closed , and the brethren partook of a snmptuous banquet provided by Bro . Nicols . The usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given . That of the Grand Officers was responded to by Bros . Rev . R .
J . Simpson P . G . C and E . P . Albert . Bro . Victor Myers , in felicitous terms , proposed the health of tho W . M ., and paid him deserved compliments for his working . This having been responded to , tho P . M . 's and Officers came next , Bro . M . Levy returning thanks for the latter . The Visitors severally responded ; thoy comprised Bros . W . Webb , R . Stephens , E . Jacobs , H . Oppenheimer , L . II . Loon , E . S . Loewe , and A . J . Parkhouse .
Urban Lodge , No . 1196 . —This Lodge held its regular meeting at St . John ' s Gate , Clerkenwell , on Tuesday last , under tho presidency of tho W . M ., Bro . E . G . Legge . It will bo remembered that at the meeting in February , the first , second , and third sections of the first lecture wore worked in open Lodge , and in continuation of these the fourth , fifth , sixth , and sevonth sections wero now worked
by the W . M ., who was very ably assisted by Bro . C . II . Webb D . C , Bro . Blatchford S . W ., and Bro . Eckstein acting J . W . Amongst other business , Bro . H . Marsh was made honorary member of the Lodge , showing the great regard entertained for him , and it was announced that Wednesday , the 3 rd April , was fixed for the visit of the W . M .
and Officers to the Urban Lodge of Instruction , hold at tho Three Bucks Tavern , Gresham-street . The brethren then adjourned to supper , and a very jovial and pleasant evening was spent , several Visitors being present , including Bros . Dr . Barringor , Rev . — Jones , Watts , & c .
Upton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1227 . —At Bros . Bolton and Lano ' s , King and Queen , Norton Folgate , on Friday , the 22 nd instant . Present—Bros . Hine W . M ., Crouch S . W ., Smith J . W ., Fenner Preceptor , Townsend Secretary , Posener jun . S . D ., Simpson J . D ., Lano I . G . ; also Bros . Simmonds , Bolton , Pearcy , Powell , & c .
All formalities being gone through , the ceremony of initiation was rehearsed by the W . M . in a very able manner , Bro . Simmonds acting as candidate . Bro . Fenner worked the first , second , aud third sections of the lecture , assisted by the brethren . Bro . Crouch was elected W . M . for tho ensuing week .
Finsbury Park Master Masons Lodge of Instruction , No . 1288 . —Finsbury Park Tavern , Holloway , Friday , 22 nd March . Bros . L . R . Rogei' 3 P . M . Preceptor , Pottle W . M ., Dunn jun . S . W ., Press S . W ., Edmunds S . D ., Bee J . D ., Cnthbertson I . G ., H . B . Dtinu Secretary , Beattie , and others . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Beattie candidate . Bro . Beattie also offered himself
as candidate to be passed , aud that ceremony was rehearsed . Lodge closed in the second degree . Bro . Rogers worked tho first and second sections of the lecture . Bro . Dunn jun . was elected to preside next week . Bro . Dr . Pottle , of Gresham Lodgo No . 869 , was elected a member . A vote of thanks was presented to Bro . Dr . Pottle for the able manner in which ho had performed tho duties of the chair , the same to be recorded on tho minutes .
St . John of Wapping Lodge of Instruction , No . 1306 . —At tho Gun Hotel , High-street , Wapping , on Monday evening , 25 th instant . Bro . Horsloy W . M ., Cox S . W ., Greely J . W ., Brame Sec , Baldwin J . D ., Mortlock I . G ., Taylor , aud several others . After Lodge had been opened , and formalities complied with , Bro . Smith , candidate for raising , answered tho usual questions , aud the ceremony was rehearsed by the W . M . Bro . Taylor 554 was elected a member . Bro , Cox will preside at next meeting .
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Clapton Lodge of Instruction , No . 1365 . —At the White Hart Hotel , on Friday , 22 nd inst . Presont—Bros . Cogan W . M ., McMillan S . W ., Slaiter J . W ., McDowell S . D ., King J . D ., Paynter T . G ., Cusworth Preceptor ; also Bros . Stephens , Gilos , Sopor , J . Badkin , W . Clennell , and Goddard Hon . Sec . The Lodgo was dul y opened ; tho preliminary business over , tho ceremony of initiation
was rehearsed , Bro . Gibbs being candidate ; after which Bro . W . Stephens answered tho qnostions of the second , and tho Lodgo being opened in that degreo , w . as duly passed ; both the coromonio 3 being well rendered by the W . M . On the Lodgo being resumed in tho first degree , Bro . W . C Clennell , of tho Peace and Harmony Lodge , No . 60 , was elected a member . The Lod ge was then closed in perfect harmony .
Islington Lodge of Instruction , No . 1471 . — -At the Threo Bucks , Gresham-street , E . C , on Tuesday , 26 th inst . Presont—Bros . J . L . Mather W . M ., Corner S . W ., Cotton J . W ., Holness Treasurer , Braine Sec , Sparrow S . D ., Le Crew I . G . Bros . Thompson , Seaman , G . Corner , Bausor , Shipley , Miller , Hunt , Petch , Matthews , Modwin , Orme , Mounsey , Hall . The Lodgo was opened in tho first degree , and the minutes wove read and eon firmed . Bro . Shipley answered the
qnestions for passing . Tho Lodgo was opened in tho second , and the ceremony was rehearsed by Bro . Preceptor Mather , Bro . Shipley acting as candidate The Lodge was afterwards opened in tho third , and the ceremony of installation was rehearsed in its entirety by Bro . Mather , who performed his duties in a very offectivo stylo . Bro . W . Corner was installed : he duly invosted his Officors . On tho Lodge resnming , Bros . Seaman , Thompson , Orme and Mounsey were duly
elected members , and Bro . Shipley was chosen W . M . for the ensuing week . A vote of thanks to Bro . Mather for tho groat amount of pleasnro and instruction tho brethren had derived from his exertions was proposed by Bro . Braine , seconded , and carried unanimously . Bro . Seaman tendered his thanks personally to Bro . Mather for the enjoyablo ovening ho had spent ; this had induced him to join the Lodge .
Marquess of Ripon Lodge of Instruction , No . 1489 . —At tho Pembnry Tavern , Amhurst-road , Hacknoy on Monday , the 25 th inst . Present—Bro . E . Bishop W . M ., Slaiter S . W ., Goddard J . W ., McDowall S . D .-, Garrod J . D ., Jacob I . G ., Blunt acting Preceptor ; also Bros . Lockett , Dietrich , Blunt , F . Badkin , Morgan jun ., Maun , & c . Lodgo was opened in ancient form with prayer , and after tho usual pre .
liminary business Bro . Lockett offered himself as candidate for initiation . Lodge was opened in tho second degreo , and Bro . F . Badkin was passed to tho dogree of Fellow Craft . Bro . F . Badkin then answered the qnestions leading from tho socond to the third dogree , and was entrusted . Lodge was opened in the third degree , and tho
ceremony of raising was ably rehearsed , Bro . F . Badkin being candidate . Tho W . M . gave the traditional history and lectnro in a careful and impressive manner . Lodge was closed in the third and second degreos . Bro . E . Diotrich , J . D . Duke of Connaught Lodge 1527 , was ballotted for as a member . Lodgo was closed in harmony , and ad . ournod till Monday , 1 st April , at 7 . 30 .
Hemming Lodge , No . 1512 . The election meeting of this Lodgo took place at the Lodge-room , Hampton , on Thursday , tho 21 st inst . Tho W . M . Bro . John Hammond called for the assistance of tho brethren for tho opening soon after 5 p . m ., in the pre 3 once of the R . W . Brother Colonel Burdett Prov . Grand Master . Tho W . M . was also supported by Past Masters E . Hopwood Treas ., D . B . Raw
late Treas ., W . Hammond Sec , and J . Wilson of tho Etonian 209 . Other Officers wero—C . W . Fox W . M . 1326 S . W ., J . C . Jossett J . W ., T . W . Ockenden S . D ., T . C Walls J . D ., F . W . Kont I . G ., J . W . Hiscox and T . Moody Senior and Junior Stewards . Tho W . M . first initiated Mr . Wm . Beauchamp , in his usual effective style , thon passed Bro . Papworth , and lastly raised Bro . W . C . Davey to tho sublime
degree . During the recess , for the preparation and preliminaries of tho initiation , the W . M . called upon the Secretary to read the Communication from Grand Lodge having reference to the assailed fundamental principles of the Craft by the Grand Oriont of France . The report of the Committee appointed by Grand Lodge having claimed the entire sympathy of the assembled brethren , and
the express support of the R . W . Prov . Grand Master and W . M . and Past Masters present , was ordered to bo entered on the minutes of the Lodgo , and its spirit fully acted upon as far as the Homming Lodgo is concerned . Among other features of the meeting should be montioned tho vote of ten guineas to tho Masonic Institution for Girls ; a Past Blaster ' s jewel to tho W . M . for the excellent manner
in which he had conducted the duties of his offico during his year ' s service ; the announcement of tho eloction of the Prov . Grand Blaster as an Hon . BIember of the Lodge ; a vote of condolence with Bro . P . BI Sharp iu his severe illness ; and several propositions for tho ensuing meeting . The S . W . Bro . Fox received tho unanimous suffrages of the brethren as W . M . elect , and acknowledged tho high honour and
mark of esteem in neat and smtablo terms . Among the other brethren present wore J . A . Scott of tho Wolsey Lodgo No . 1656 , A . D . Tozer , C . Hole , J . Chilcott , W . Knowlos , H . Blurphy , H . J . Jones , E . Andrews , Harry Tagg , and J . Gilbert . At the modest , but excellently served banquet which followed , provided by the host , Bro . Blurphy , tho usual Loyal and Masonic toasts were given , with
great spirit , and responded to with excellent fire . Iu tho course of his remarks as Past Grand Warden , Prov . Grand Blaster , and an Hon . Member of the Lodge , Col . Burdett passed a high encomium upon the able manner iu whioh the W . 3 I . performed all throe of tho ceremonies of the Craft , congratulating tho Lodge upon its happy
possession of a Blaster whoso energy and ability angnred continued success for the Lodge , presenting a model for tho aspirations of tho " coming men" as occupants of the chair . After a most enjoyable ovening the brethren separated , at ten o ' clock . Bros . T . C Walls Prov . G . Org . and others interspersed tho proceedings at the banquet table with some excellent songs .