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Ireland.
G . M . Sneyd , explained matters to the Brethren , and dissuaded them from public processions , in a speech remarkable for the clearness of its composition and the purity of its diction . D . G . Secretary Fowler , on his arrival at Ballieboro , proceeded energetically and efficiently to discharge his zealous and anxious duties , ancl found the Brethren obedient and conciliating , and many of them members of the Temperance Societies . The conduct of Bro . Coppinger at the very numerous laces he
p visited , was such as to reflect honour on himself , and on the Grand Lodge for its selection of him as a competent representative . He mentions , that in those portions of the counties of Monaghan , Derry , Donegal , & c , where he attended , the Brethren did not hesitate a moment in submitting to the expressed wishes of the Grand Lodge , but on the contrary , every one expressed his satisfaction at the line of conduct i > ursued by that bodyancl the conviction that it was deserving of the fullest
, confidence . The Grand Lodge , feeling that much praise was clue to Bro . Stewart , AV . M . of No . S 3 , Bro . Isaac Martin , AV . M . of No . C 33 , Bro . Thistle , AV . M . of No . 610 ( all of Londonderry ) ancl Bro . Joseph Orr , AV . M . of No . 316 , Coleraine , passed a vote of thanks to them for their indefatigable exertions to procure for Bro . Coppinger , as the representative ofthe Grand Lodge oflreland , every assistance ancl information .
AVe regret to be compelled , in candour , to add , that Bro . A . K . Oglo encountered some disobedient Brethren at Newry ancl elsewhere ; and that although he explained to them at much length , and with great perspicuity , the nature and importance of his mission , yet , despite of his remonstrances , in which he was joined by Bros . Isaac Corry , of Newry , and Andrew Trevor , of Loughbrieklaod , who evinced anxiety and readiness to forward the laudable objects in view , sonic members of Nos . 82213269697 and 706 marched in procession to Bainbridge .
, , , , , This , or any similar act of disobedience , even though committed by a few stubborn ancl uninfluential persons , has enjoined on the Grancl Lodge a solemn and perhaps a severe duty , and it is now especially called upon to uphold its authority high and prominently in the face of the nation . It is of the most indispensable importance that it should rigourously and vigourously exercise that power which its members know they possess ; and whilst they continue ever readyin the true
, spirit of the Institution , to extend the benefits of their fostering care and paternal energies to the strengthening of their connexion with the humble and provincial branches , who are actuated bg the responsibility of the tics whieh unite them , they should , on the other hand , be equally determined to vindicate their own " supreme command , " by insisting on the discipline of ancient times , antl by censuring or even cancelling those warrants under which " a touch or taint" of turbulence or disobedience
exists , or whose Masters permit any deviation from the mandates of those in authority over them , or any deviation from the formularies of Masonry , as contained in the book of its Constitutions . GRAND LODGE ORDER . —That in the Grand Lodge of Ireland , no colours shall be worn in collars and aprons , but sky blue on tvhite . That no Officer shall be approved of by the Committee of Charity and Inspection , who , having served a former Office , shall be found not to have attended , either in . Person or by Proxy , four times in his half-year of Office * . That a Subscription of One Pound , Sterling , per Annum , constitutes a Governor from year to year of the Masonic Female Orphan
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Ireland.
G . M . Sneyd , explained matters to the Brethren , and dissuaded them from public processions , in a speech remarkable for the clearness of its composition and the purity of its diction . D . G . Secretary Fowler , on his arrival at Ballieboro , proceeded energetically and efficiently to discharge his zealous and anxious duties , ancl found the Brethren obedient and conciliating , and many of them members of the Temperance Societies . The conduct of Bro . Coppinger at the very numerous laces he
p visited , was such as to reflect honour on himself , and on the Grand Lodge for its selection of him as a competent representative . He mentions , that in those portions of the counties of Monaghan , Derry , Donegal , & c , where he attended , the Brethren did not hesitate a moment in submitting to the expressed wishes of the Grand Lodge , but on the contrary , every one expressed his satisfaction at the line of conduct i > ursued by that bodyancl the conviction that it was deserving of the fullest
, confidence . The Grand Lodge , feeling that much praise was clue to Bro . Stewart , AV . M . of No . S 3 , Bro . Isaac Martin , AV . M . of No . C 33 , Bro . Thistle , AV . M . of No . 610 ( all of Londonderry ) ancl Bro . Joseph Orr , AV . M . of No . 316 , Coleraine , passed a vote of thanks to them for their indefatigable exertions to procure for Bro . Coppinger , as the representative ofthe Grand Lodge oflreland , every assistance ancl information .
AVe regret to be compelled , in candour , to add , that Bro . A . K . Oglo encountered some disobedient Brethren at Newry ancl elsewhere ; and that although he explained to them at much length , and with great perspicuity , the nature and importance of his mission , yet , despite of his remonstrances , in which he was joined by Bros . Isaac Corry , of Newry , and Andrew Trevor , of Loughbrieklaod , who evinced anxiety and readiness to forward the laudable objects in view , sonic members of Nos . 82213269697 and 706 marched in procession to Bainbridge .
, , , , , This , or any similar act of disobedience , even though committed by a few stubborn ancl uninfluential persons , has enjoined on the Grancl Lodge a solemn and perhaps a severe duty , and it is now especially called upon to uphold its authority high and prominently in the face of the nation . It is of the most indispensable importance that it should rigourously and vigourously exercise that power which its members know they possess ; and whilst they continue ever readyin the true
, spirit of the Institution , to extend the benefits of their fostering care and paternal energies to the strengthening of their connexion with the humble and provincial branches , who are actuated bg the responsibility of the tics whieh unite them , they should , on the other hand , be equally determined to vindicate their own " supreme command , " by insisting on the discipline of ancient times , antl by censuring or even cancelling those warrants under which " a touch or taint" of turbulence or disobedience
exists , or whose Masters permit any deviation from the mandates of those in authority over them , or any deviation from the formularies of Masonry , as contained in the book of its Constitutions . GRAND LODGE ORDER . —That in the Grand Lodge of Ireland , no colours shall be worn in collars and aprons , but sky blue on tvhite . That no Officer shall be approved of by the Committee of Charity and Inspection , who , having served a former Office , shall be found not to have attended , either in . Person or by Proxy , four times in his half-year of Office * . That a Subscription of One Pound , Sterling , per Annum , constitutes a Governor from year to year of the Masonic Female Orphan