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Provincial.
from debt , and the entire state of its affairs comparatively flourishing . I do not allege ibis description from any vain-glorious egotism . I simply state the fact as illustrative of what zeal and perseverance can accomplish where the soul is imbued with an earnest desire to see the truly Catholic principles of Alasonry abound and vegetate . To you , then , W . Sir , Officers ancl Brethren , am I originally indebted for the power of performing" those good works in Alasonry which have elicited your
commendation both in the presentation of this unique Alasonic souvenir , as well as in the expression of those honourable terms with which you have coupled my name . Aly connexion with St . Peter ' s Lodge gave me the opportunity of conferring a great Masonic benefit upon the province at large . Through your instrumentality I was prompted to address the Hon , Colonel Anson , and successfully prevailed upon that gallant soldier and thorough English gentleman , to take the field of Alasonic glory and
conquer , as he triumphantly did , every prejudice ancl hostile feeling that had been rankling in the breasts of many an old provincial Brother . A glorious spirit which had lain dormant for several years was revived , and the Provincial Grand Lodge of Stafford took her position among the banners of Alasonic chivalry . That apex of just emulation to a genuine ATason the grand distinction of the Purple Badge was put within the reach of many a worthy Brother who had long been prevented the
possibility of attaining it , and ivhose age ancl long services and position in the Craft had rightly authorised him to expect it . Aly distinguished friend the R . AV . P . G . M . rewarded me with the sacred office of P . G . Chaplain , ancl honoured me with his confidence by appointing to thenseveral dignities each and all of the present P . G . Officers whom I had the gratification to select ancl recommend . For these ancl all your generous favours , my most esteemed and worthy Brethren , accept my fervent
gratitude , ancl believe me no sentiment possesses my heart more strongly at this moment , ancl at all times , than the sincerest goocl wishes for your individual health and happiness , with success and prosperity to St . Peter ' s Lodge . — £ The Rev . Brother sat down under considerable emotion , and bis address was listened to throughout by the Brethren with the most profound attention . " ] The S . AV . Bro . HCCKLIN proposed the health of the AV . AL , which was drunk with the usual Masonic honours .
I he AV . AL proposed " The Masonic Charities . " The warm reception of this benevolent toast closed the day ' s proceedings , ancl , being about nine o ' clock , the D . P . G . Al . ancl G . Chaplain , Dr . Slade , and other Brethren retired , delighted with the harmony and hospitality of St . Peter ' s Lodge . AVe had expected ere this to have had to report on the presentation to Dr . Slade , of the long-talked-of Testimonial ; whence this delay—is it that a sense of delicacy prevents a due enquiry as to what will be most
agreeable ? If so , let us plainl y advise a respectful application to the Rev . Doctor , whether he would prefer a Dinner or a Tea Service . If we are any judges of the matter , ancl we opine that we are , the Doctor will at once please his excellent lady-wife , ancl her fair friends , by choosing the Tea Service—nous verrous . RUGBY . —AVe are progressing right well with our new Lodge ; among thenewly initiated , is Bro . Boughton Lei gh , the Chairman of the District Boarcl of County Justices . The introduction of such gentlemen , at once stamps the character of the Lodge , and tells powerfully on the minds of the popular world .
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Provincial.
from debt , and the entire state of its affairs comparatively flourishing . I do not allege ibis description from any vain-glorious egotism . I simply state the fact as illustrative of what zeal and perseverance can accomplish where the soul is imbued with an earnest desire to see the truly Catholic principles of Alasonry abound and vegetate . To you , then , W . Sir , Officers ancl Brethren , am I originally indebted for the power of performing" those good works in Alasonry which have elicited your
commendation both in the presentation of this unique Alasonic souvenir , as well as in the expression of those honourable terms with which you have coupled my name . Aly connexion with St . Peter ' s Lodge gave me the opportunity of conferring a great Masonic benefit upon the province at large . Through your instrumentality I was prompted to address the Hon , Colonel Anson , and successfully prevailed upon that gallant soldier and thorough English gentleman , to take the field of Alasonic glory and
conquer , as he triumphantly did , every prejudice ancl hostile feeling that had been rankling in the breasts of many an old provincial Brother . A glorious spirit which had lain dormant for several years was revived , and the Provincial Grand Lodge of Stafford took her position among the banners of Alasonic chivalry . That apex of just emulation to a genuine ATason the grand distinction of the Purple Badge was put within the reach of many a worthy Brother who had long been prevented the
possibility of attaining it , and ivhose age ancl long services and position in the Craft had rightly authorised him to expect it . Aly distinguished friend the R . AV . P . G . M . rewarded me with the sacred office of P . G . Chaplain , ancl honoured me with his confidence by appointing to thenseveral dignities each and all of the present P . G . Officers whom I had the gratification to select ancl recommend . For these ancl all your generous favours , my most esteemed and worthy Brethren , accept my fervent
gratitude , ancl believe me no sentiment possesses my heart more strongly at this moment , ancl at all times , than the sincerest goocl wishes for your individual health and happiness , with success and prosperity to St . Peter ' s Lodge . — £ The Rev . Brother sat down under considerable emotion , and bis address was listened to throughout by the Brethren with the most profound attention . " ] The S . AV . Bro . HCCKLIN proposed the health of the AV . AL , which was drunk with the usual Masonic honours .
I he AV . AL proposed " The Masonic Charities . " The warm reception of this benevolent toast closed the day ' s proceedings , ancl , being about nine o ' clock , the D . P . G . Al . ancl G . Chaplain , Dr . Slade , and other Brethren retired , delighted with the harmony and hospitality of St . Peter ' s Lodge . AVe had expected ere this to have had to report on the presentation to Dr . Slade , of the long-talked-of Testimonial ; whence this delay—is it that a sense of delicacy prevents a due enquiry as to what will be most
agreeable ? If so , let us plainl y advise a respectful application to the Rev . Doctor , whether he would prefer a Dinner or a Tea Service . If we are any judges of the matter , ancl we opine that we are , the Doctor will at once please his excellent lady-wife , ancl her fair friends , by choosing the Tea Service—nous verrous . RUGBY . —AVe are progressing right well with our new Lodge ; among thenewly initiated , is Bro . Boughton Lei gh , the Chairman of the District Boarcl of County Justices . The introduction of such gentlemen , at once stamps the character of the Lodge , and tells powerfully on the minds of the popular world .