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Literary Notices.
LITERARY NOTICES .
" Dr . Oliver ' s Farewell to Masonry . " Such are the few but ominous words that appear at the head of a prospectus of the crowning labours of this illustrious Mason , who , in proposing to retire from the vineyard in which he has proved himself to be so untiring and successful a labourer , purposes to leave , as the last proof of his love and affection for the fraternity , " The Symbol of Glory" to be composed in thirteen lectureseach to be specificall
, , y dedicated by a written address to the like number of lodges , of whicli the author is an honorary member . We subjoin the following extract from the prospectus ; it conveys a moral direction that will be understood by those who value Freemasonry for its own sake : — " The times in which we live are peculiarly characterized by comprehensive enquiries , and ingenious speculations for the improvement
of science ; and while electricity and chemistry , steam ancl gas , and machinery of every kind , are earnestly engaged in a contention for superiority , Freemasonry must not pause on the threshold . While the world moves on in an uninterrupted progress towards perfection , Masonry must not stand still ; for if she hesitates ever so little , time will pass , and she will be distanced in the race . "—Extract from the First Lecture .
The Substance of a Speech . By Bro . W . Burroughs . This brochure emanates from a brother who considers truly that charity is the basis of our Order . The speech was addressed to the members of Kilwinning in the East , Calcutta , to which the author is Secretary , embracing the subject of an appeal to their sympathy , in soliciting assistance to enable the Lodge Universal Charity , Madras , to build a masonic temple . It is dedicated to Major F . W . Birchofficiating
, P . G . M . of Bengal . The appeal to the brethren is forcibly made , modestly withal ; the occasion—its necessity—the various modes of raising the funds , are prominently brought into view , and the pharasaical objections of those who prate of charity but never practice it , are even treated with tenderness . Most cordially do we wish success to the cause that Bro . Burroughs has taken up with praiseworthy earnestness .
Remains of the Early Masonic Writers . By Geo . Oliver , D . D . Spencer . The fourth volume of this most valuable and interesting subject , embraces the Sermons of that pious brother the Rev . Jethro Inwood , formerly Prov . Grand Chaplain for Kent . The former editions had become altogether out of print . Dr . Oliver has collected several not previously included in those editions , and has added very much valuable matter in the form of notes ancl observations .
The Mystic Tie . By Albert G . Mackey , M . D . Miller and Browne , Charleston , S . C . Spencer , London . The author announces this interesting miscellany as facts and opinions illustrative of the character and tendency of Freemasonry ; ancl in his VOL . vit . x x
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Literary Notices.
LITERARY NOTICES .
" Dr . Oliver ' s Farewell to Masonry . " Such are the few but ominous words that appear at the head of a prospectus of the crowning labours of this illustrious Mason , who , in proposing to retire from the vineyard in which he has proved himself to be so untiring and successful a labourer , purposes to leave , as the last proof of his love and affection for the fraternity , " The Symbol of Glory" to be composed in thirteen lectureseach to be specificall
, , y dedicated by a written address to the like number of lodges , of whicli the author is an honorary member . We subjoin the following extract from the prospectus ; it conveys a moral direction that will be understood by those who value Freemasonry for its own sake : — " The times in which we live are peculiarly characterized by comprehensive enquiries , and ingenious speculations for the improvement
of science ; and while electricity and chemistry , steam ancl gas , and machinery of every kind , are earnestly engaged in a contention for superiority , Freemasonry must not pause on the threshold . While the world moves on in an uninterrupted progress towards perfection , Masonry must not stand still ; for if she hesitates ever so little , time will pass , and she will be distanced in the race . "—Extract from the First Lecture .
The Substance of a Speech . By Bro . W . Burroughs . This brochure emanates from a brother who considers truly that charity is the basis of our Order . The speech was addressed to the members of Kilwinning in the East , Calcutta , to which the author is Secretary , embracing the subject of an appeal to their sympathy , in soliciting assistance to enable the Lodge Universal Charity , Madras , to build a masonic temple . It is dedicated to Major F . W . Birchofficiating
, P . G . M . of Bengal . The appeal to the brethren is forcibly made , modestly withal ; the occasion—its necessity—the various modes of raising the funds , are prominently brought into view , and the pharasaical objections of those who prate of charity but never practice it , are even treated with tenderness . Most cordially do we wish success to the cause that Bro . Burroughs has taken up with praiseworthy earnestness .
Remains of the Early Masonic Writers . By Geo . Oliver , D . D . Spencer . The fourth volume of this most valuable and interesting subject , embraces the Sermons of that pious brother the Rev . Jethro Inwood , formerly Prov . Grand Chaplain for Kent . The former editions had become altogether out of print . Dr . Oliver has collected several not previously included in those editions , and has added very much valuable matter in the form of notes ancl observations .
The Mystic Tie . By Albert G . Mackey , M . D . Miller and Browne , Charleston , S . C . Spencer , London . The author announces this interesting miscellany as facts and opinions illustrative of the character and tendency of Freemasonry ; ancl in his VOL . vit . x x