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Article GRAND FESTIVAL OF THE ORDER. ← Page 5 of 18 →
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Grand Festival Of The Order.
Lord Scarborough , after having expressed his grateful sense of the honour conferred on himself and Brother Officers , said , that his Royal Highness , the Grand Master , might have chosen many more competent than himself to discharge the duties of Senior Grand AVarden , but none who hail the responsibility of that high office , and the honour and prosperity of Masonry more at heart . His lordship confessed that other avocations had prevented him from paying that minute attention to the
business of his office , which he should otherwise have done , and he therefore felt to its fullest extent , the indulgence which he had received at the hands of his Brother Masons . To the utmost of his power lie should endeavour to merit their confidence , and to cultivate their affection and regard ; and whenever he should be found deficient , the error should not occur from want of inclination to do his duty , ( cheers . ) The noble Chairman next proposed " Prosperity to the Masonic
Charities . " The Anniversary Festival in support of the Girls' School , his lordship stated , would take place on the llth of May , on which occasion he hoped to see a numerous attendance of the Brethren . From circumstances , such as the expense of the building , which it would be a matter of unsuitable detail to enter upon at that moment , the Funds of that Institution were not in so flourishing a condition as in former years . Unlessthereforea rally were made in behalf of those poor childrenthe
, , , Institution could not continue to support so large a number as it then did . This toast was received with the usual plaudits . " The Grand Stewards" were then given by his lordship , the Pro .-Grand Master , who passed a well-merited eulogium on the order and regularity with which they had discharged their duties of tbe evening . Brother Dobie , President of the Board of Stewards , returned thanks .
The AVorshipful Pro .-Grand Master then rose , and proposed ' Though last not least , ' "The ladies , " who had honoured and adorned by their brilliant presence , the proceedings of the evening . Gallantry to the fair had ever been amongst the distinguishing characteristics of a true British Mason . His lordship wished from his heart his ladyfriends all the blessings which this life could afford , and length of years to enjoy them . The toast was received with the most deafening applause ,
which was kept up for some time . At length the graceful occupants of the gallery rose , and having bowed their acknowledgments to the assembly beneath , retired to the Glee-Room , which had been prepared for their reception . There they were entertained with a rich musical treat , which was contributed by the talent of the Professional Brethren . This was greatly enhanced by the vocal powers of Mrs . Seguin , Miss Birch , and our especial favouritethat charming native artisteMrs . Fitzwilliam
, , , who gave one or two of her popular ballads in a style which is well remembered by all who have ever heard her sing theiri in public or private , and which at once raises her to the highest rank amongst the priestesses of simple melody . The AVorshipful Pro .-Grand Master , accompanied by Lord John Churchill , the Duke of Leinster , the Ambassador from Oude , and a cortege of the Grand Officers from the dinner-table
numerous rose shortly after the last toast which we have mentioned had been given ' ; and having partaken of coffee in the adjoining saloon , joined the ladies in the Glee-room , where they remained until the period of their departure , which took place about eleven o ' clock . The hour of midnight terminated one of the most brilliant and delightful festivals at which we ever had the happiness of being present . AA ' e cannot conclude without offering
Note: This text has been automatically extracted via Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software.
Grand Festival Of The Order.
Lord Scarborough , after having expressed his grateful sense of the honour conferred on himself and Brother Officers , said , that his Royal Highness , the Grand Master , might have chosen many more competent than himself to discharge the duties of Senior Grand AVarden , but none who hail the responsibility of that high office , and the honour and prosperity of Masonry more at heart . His lordship confessed that other avocations had prevented him from paying that minute attention to the
business of his office , which he should otherwise have done , and he therefore felt to its fullest extent , the indulgence which he had received at the hands of his Brother Masons . To the utmost of his power lie should endeavour to merit their confidence , and to cultivate their affection and regard ; and whenever he should be found deficient , the error should not occur from want of inclination to do his duty , ( cheers . ) The noble Chairman next proposed " Prosperity to the Masonic
Charities . " The Anniversary Festival in support of the Girls' School , his lordship stated , would take place on the llth of May , on which occasion he hoped to see a numerous attendance of the Brethren . From circumstances , such as the expense of the building , which it would be a matter of unsuitable detail to enter upon at that moment , the Funds of that Institution were not in so flourishing a condition as in former years . Unlessthereforea rally were made in behalf of those poor childrenthe
, , , Institution could not continue to support so large a number as it then did . This toast was received with the usual plaudits . " The Grand Stewards" were then given by his lordship , the Pro .-Grand Master , who passed a well-merited eulogium on the order and regularity with which they had discharged their duties of tbe evening . Brother Dobie , President of the Board of Stewards , returned thanks .
The AVorshipful Pro .-Grand Master then rose , and proposed ' Though last not least , ' "The ladies , " who had honoured and adorned by their brilliant presence , the proceedings of the evening . Gallantry to the fair had ever been amongst the distinguishing characteristics of a true British Mason . His lordship wished from his heart his ladyfriends all the blessings which this life could afford , and length of years to enjoy them . The toast was received with the most deafening applause ,
which was kept up for some time . At length the graceful occupants of the gallery rose , and having bowed their acknowledgments to the assembly beneath , retired to the Glee-Room , which had been prepared for their reception . There they were entertained with a rich musical treat , which was contributed by the talent of the Professional Brethren . This was greatly enhanced by the vocal powers of Mrs . Seguin , Miss Birch , and our especial favouritethat charming native artisteMrs . Fitzwilliam
, , , who gave one or two of her popular ballads in a style which is well remembered by all who have ever heard her sing theiri in public or private , and which at once raises her to the highest rank amongst the priestesses of simple melody . The AVorshipful Pro .-Grand Master , accompanied by Lord John Churchill , the Duke of Leinster , the Ambassador from Oude , and a cortege of the Grand Officers from the dinner-table
numerous rose shortly after the last toast which we have mentioned had been given ' ; and having partaken of coffee in the adjoining saloon , joined the ladies in the Glee-room , where they remained until the period of their departure , which took place about eleven o ' clock . The hour of midnight terminated one of the most brilliant and delightful festivals at which we ever had the happiness of being present . AA ' e cannot conclude without offering