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those beautiful insects who emit for their pleasure a few phosphoric sparks : if no other emotions are kindled than such as may be inspired at the theatre , we had better , far better , betake ourselves to more useful occupations . I may conclude in the language of a writer in our last magazine : — " This glorious system of Freemasonry proclaims that its object is to enlighten man , and to teach him the knowledge of himself . It pronounces , as its decisionthat man is mentally and bodily free ; that the thoughts of
, the heart and the dispositions of the mind are neither to be controlled or fettered by dogmas , or decisions of men , equally in a state of pupillage with the rest of the human race . It teaches that man is responsible for his own actions ; that none can give account for him ; and that he must search and see how best he can fulfil the several duties which devolve upon him as a free agent . It alike abhors the slavery of mind and body ; for in its operations all men are equalfrom the most uncivilized Africanto the
, , most intelligent European ; that , while all meet on the level , they yet part on the square ; and that its sole end and object , whilst it cultivates the arts and sciences , and refines society , is to promote peace and good-will through every portion of the habitable globe ! " Such I apprehend are the true principles of Freemasonry . We say not that they have never been abused . It would be as great a blunder to say they have never been so , as it was at first to pronounceand still to maintainthat the earth stands still . But
, , wherever Freemasonry flourishes in its primeval integrity , wherever it works its way according to the traditions of its fathers , it tends to the civilization of humanity ; it works for the diffusion of an universal philanthropy ; it labours only how it may make men to he , what all should be—one universal Brotherhood .
After the delivery of this address , the Lodge was closed , and the Brethren proceeded to the banquet , which was laid out in the Town-hall , ( a very handsome building , reflecting credit on the town ) , by Bro . C . E . Andrew , with such taste as well as abundance as to call forth the admiration of all present . As soon as the dessert was laid on the table , the R . W . Master ordered the admittance of the ladies , at whose appearance the Brethren , promptly vacating their seats , proved themselves to
be what they professed , their very humble and obedient servants ; and truly the fair ladies well deserved their homage , and kept up the character for beauty and elegance which the Cornish lasses in all ages have maintained . After the toast of " the Ladies " had been duly honoured , and a happy reply for them given by Bro . Boase , of Penzance , they retired , highly gratified with the gallantry and devotion shewn them by their hosts . A number of Masonic toasts and speeches were given , and after a most delightful day , during the whole of which everything conspired to increase and enhance the satisfaction of the Brethren , they separated , happy to meet—sorry to part—and hoping soon to meet again .
DORSETSHIRE . —POOLE . —The Companions of the Royal Arch Chapter of Amity , held their annual Chapter at the Masonic-hall , Poole , on the 5 th December , when two Brethren of the Lodge of Amity were exalted , and the following officers were appointed for the ensuing year : Comp . J . Sydenham , Z ; J . H . Colborn , H ; J . Graves , J ; E . V . Mainwairing , M . £ > ., E ; F . D . G . Dalton , N ; and D . Sydenham , P . S . After the Chapter was closed , the Companions partook of a supper ,
prepared by their Stewards , and spent the evening in that social , happy , and true Masonic manner so characteristic of the Order . In addition to the above , it may be stated , that at the previous meeting VOL . II . 3 s
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those beautiful insects who emit for their pleasure a few phosphoric sparks : if no other emotions are kindled than such as may be inspired at the theatre , we had better , far better , betake ourselves to more useful occupations . I may conclude in the language of a writer in our last magazine : — " This glorious system of Freemasonry proclaims that its object is to enlighten man , and to teach him the knowledge of himself . It pronounces , as its decisionthat man is mentally and bodily free ; that the thoughts of
, the heart and the dispositions of the mind are neither to be controlled or fettered by dogmas , or decisions of men , equally in a state of pupillage with the rest of the human race . It teaches that man is responsible for his own actions ; that none can give account for him ; and that he must search and see how best he can fulfil the several duties which devolve upon him as a free agent . It alike abhors the slavery of mind and body ; for in its operations all men are equalfrom the most uncivilized Africanto the
, , most intelligent European ; that , while all meet on the level , they yet part on the square ; and that its sole end and object , whilst it cultivates the arts and sciences , and refines society , is to promote peace and good-will through every portion of the habitable globe ! " Such I apprehend are the true principles of Freemasonry . We say not that they have never been abused . It would be as great a blunder to say they have never been so , as it was at first to pronounceand still to maintainthat the earth stands still . But
, , wherever Freemasonry flourishes in its primeval integrity , wherever it works its way according to the traditions of its fathers , it tends to the civilization of humanity ; it works for the diffusion of an universal philanthropy ; it labours only how it may make men to he , what all should be—one universal Brotherhood .
After the delivery of this address , the Lodge was closed , and the Brethren proceeded to the banquet , which was laid out in the Town-hall , ( a very handsome building , reflecting credit on the town ) , by Bro . C . E . Andrew , with such taste as well as abundance as to call forth the admiration of all present . As soon as the dessert was laid on the table , the R . W . Master ordered the admittance of the ladies , at whose appearance the Brethren , promptly vacating their seats , proved themselves to
be what they professed , their very humble and obedient servants ; and truly the fair ladies well deserved their homage , and kept up the character for beauty and elegance which the Cornish lasses in all ages have maintained . After the toast of " the Ladies " had been duly honoured , and a happy reply for them given by Bro . Boase , of Penzance , they retired , highly gratified with the gallantry and devotion shewn them by their hosts . A number of Masonic toasts and speeches were given , and after a most delightful day , during the whole of which everything conspired to increase and enhance the satisfaction of the Brethren , they separated , happy to meet—sorry to part—and hoping soon to meet again .
DORSETSHIRE . —POOLE . —The Companions of the Royal Arch Chapter of Amity , held their annual Chapter at the Masonic-hall , Poole , on the 5 th December , when two Brethren of the Lodge of Amity were exalted , and the following officers were appointed for the ensuing year : Comp . J . Sydenham , Z ; J . H . Colborn , H ; J . Graves , J ; E . V . Mainwairing , M . £ > ., E ; F . D . G . Dalton , N ; and D . Sydenham , P . S . After the Chapter was closed , the Companions partook of a supper ,
prepared by their Stewards , and spent the evening in that social , happy , and true Masonic manner so characteristic of the Order . In addition to the above , it may be stated , that at the previous meeting VOL . II . 3 s