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United Grand Lodge.
At a meeting of the Board held on Tuesday , the 22 nd of May , after the ordinary business had been disposed of , the following resolution was passed , viz .: — The members of the Board unanimously desire to express their sense of the ability and courtesy uniformly displayed on all occasions by the V . W . Bro . Sir John B . Monckton , as President of the Board of General Purposes . ( Signed ) FRANK GREEN , J . G . D ., Vice President .
To the report is subjoined a statement of the Grand Lodge accounts at the last meeting of the Finance Committee , held on Friday , the iSth ult ., showing a balance in the Bank of England of £ 4444 iGs . 5 d . ; and in the hands of the Grand Secretary for petty cash £ 75 , and for servants' wages £ 100 . The President will move-
ist . That the report be received and entered on the minutes . 2 nd . That the recommendations of the Board of General Purposes with reference to the suggested scheme of reconstruction and enlargement of the premises at Freemasons' HaU be referred back to the Board for execution under the direction of the Grand Superintendent of Works .
8 . The annual report of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and Widows of Freemasons , dated the 18 th of May , 1883 , including an alteration and addition to rule 25 , will be laid before Grand Lodge . 9 . Appeal of Bro . Alexander Dimant , P . M ., New Zealand Pacific Lodge , No . 517 , Wellington , New Zealand , against sentence of expulsion from Masonry passed on him by the District Grand Lodge of Wellington , North Island , New Zealand , on 21 st December , 1882 .
N . B . —Thc papers relating to this appeal will be in the Grand Secretary ' s office till thc meeting of Grand Lodge , and open for the inspection of the brethren during office hours . iu . NOTICES 01 * MOTION . —( 1 . ) By W . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D . : — Having regard to the recent destruction of the Temple by fire , and the great increase of Masons , that it be referred to a Committee in conjunction with members of the Board of General Purposes to consider the advisability of rebuilding the Temple , or of acquiring a site to erect thereon a hall capable of meeting the wants of the Order . List of brethren nominated for the Board of General Purposes : Masters and Past Masters—Bros . Giovanni Paulo Festa , W . M . 1900 ; Edward V
Storr , P . M . 22 ; William H . Dean , P . M . 417 ; Thomas Hastings Miller , P . M . 907 ; Thomas Beswick Purchas , P . M . 16 35 ; Thomas Charles Walls , VV . M . 141 ; Ralph Glutton , W . M . 6 31 ; George John Hakewill , W . M . 1150 ; George Henry Hopkinson , W . M . 14 ; George Pitt-Lewis , W . M . 46 ; Henry Richard Cooper Smith , W . M . 1731 ; Sharon Grote Turner , W . M . 2 ; Thomas Lean Wilkinson , W . M . 92 ; Charles Atkins ,
P . M . 27 ; Henry Bishop , P . M . 66 ; William Bristow , P . M . G . S . Lo . ; Albert Escott , P . AI . 1593 j John Laurence Mather , P . M . 147 I ; Alfred Meadows , M . D ., P . M . 4 ; Robert Percy Middlemist , P . M . 5 ; James Garnar , P . M . 975 ; William Joseph Murlis , P . M . 1642 ; Alfred H . Tattershall , P . M . 140 ; William Smallpeice , P . M . 1395 ; John H . Watts , P . M . 63 ; William Smallpeice , W . M . 969 ; Charles Alfred Woods , P . M . 145 ; and James Stevens , P . M . 1216 .
( 2 ) By W . Bro . CHARLES J PERCEVAL , P . M . No . 1607—That it is of very great importance for the xvell being of our honourable Order that the reconsideration of the revision of the Book of Constitutions as presented to Grand Lodge in September last , together with the amendments and alterations suggested by the various provinces , lodges , and brethren , should be submitted to Grand Lodge at the quarterly communication in September next , or at such earlier date as it may please the Most Worshipful the Grand Master to appoint a Special Grand Lodge for that purpose . ( 3 ) By V . W . Bro . Lieut .-Col . J CREATON , Past Grand
Treasurer—That the sum of £ 70 be given from the Fund of General Purposes ; that the money be placed in the hands of _ the Secretary of the hoyal Masonic Benevolent Institution of Aged Freemasons and Widoxvs of Freemasons , to supply the residents of the Institution at Croydon with coals during the xvinter season .
List of brethren nominated for the Colonial Board : Bros . James Brett , P . M . 177 ; William George Lemon , P . M . 1601 j Edward Letchworth , P . M . 197 ; James Henry Matthews , P . M . 143 ; Thomas Hastings Miller , P . M . 907 ; Griffiths Smith , P . M . 1489 ; and William Stephens , P . M . 1489 .
List of brethren nominated for tlie Committee of Management for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and Widows of Freemasons : Bros . John James Berry , P . M . 554 ; Thomas W . C . Bush , P . M . 1728 ; Charles A . Cottebrune , P . M . 733 ; William H . Goodall , P . M . 1567 ; Henry McPherson , P . M . 890 : George L . Moore , P . M . 169 ; Wm . J . Murliss , P . M . 1642 ; Robert Perry Tate , 862 ; Alfred H . Tattershall , P . M . 140 ; James Willing , jun ., P . M . 1507 ; and Charles Atkins , P . M . 27 . List of lodges for which warrants have been granted by the M . W . Grand Master since the last Quarterly Convocation of Grand Lodge . Lodge 1994 , The Malwa Lodge , Mhow , Bombay . „ 1995 , The Rising Star Lodge , Rawul Pindee , Punjab . „ 1996 , The Priory Lodge of Acton , Acton . » 1997- Tlie John Carpenter Lodge , Aldersgate-street . „ 1998 , The Light of Tirhoot Lodge , Somastipore , Bengal .
Consecration Of The Lullingstone Chapter, No. 1837.
CONSECRATION OF THE LULLINGSTONE CHAPTER , No . 1837 .
Following closely on the dedication of the new Masonic Hall at Wilmington , Dartford , which was recently reported in our pages , the Lullingstone Royal Arch Chapter was consecrated on Monday last . The lodge from which the chapter springs has lately shown such marked signs of new life that it was naturally to be expected that applications should in due time be made for a warrant for a chapter , and , on the prayer of the VV . M ., Bro . the Rev . H . Cummings , and other members ol the lodge , it was duly granted . There were present at the
ceremony—M . E . Comps . Viscount Holmesdale , P . G . Supt . Kent ; Jas . S . Eastes , P . G . H . Kent 5 ™' l ' » S ; Robinson , P . G . Soj . ; Thos . Wyles , 20 , P . G . J . Kent ; Henry Penfold , 1174 , P . P . G . S . N . ; T . S . Warne , P . P . G . S . E . ; C . Coupland , P . P . S . ; VV . B . Royd , Z . 913 ; Col . Burton , Z . 1174 ; G . H . Cxveel , Z . 20 ; Thos . D . Hayes , P . Z . 913 ; E . Oenton , P . Z . 913 ; A . Penfold , P . Z . ; Henry Mason , H . 913 ; Henry Sadler , G . Janitor ; and others , including the founders s Comps . Rev . H . Cummings , / . ; Rev . R . Jamblin , H . ; Henry Tuff , I . ; C . Coupland , Treas . ; T . S . Warne , S . E . ; 1 . G . Chillingworth , S . N . ; C . V . Cottercll , P . S . ; Fred Wood , ist A . S . ; and Anton 1 icn , 2 nd A . b .
Consecration Of The Lullingstone Chapter, No. 1837.
M . E . Comp . the Rev . Thomas Robinson acted as Consecrating Officer , ably assisted by E . Comps . Eastes , P . P . G . H ., as H . ; Wyles , P . P . G . J ., as J . ; Comps . T . S . Warne , P . P . G . S . E ., as S . E . ; and Penfold , P . P . G . S ., as Dir . of Cer . The acting M . E . Z ., in the unavoidable absence of the P . G . J ., gave a most impressive oration on Arch Masonry , which was listened to with marked attention by the assembled companions , and which will doubtless bear rich fruit .
The solemnities of consecration concluded , the M . E . Z . proceeded to the installation of the three Principals designate , and from first to last pronounced , without hesitation or loss of a single word , the long and beautiful ritual which belongs to this Degree , and that in thc solemn and emphatic manner so peculiarly his own , and easily recognised by those who know Comp . Robinson .
The work of investment of the officers of the new chapter then proceeded as follows : Comps . Rev . H . Cummings , Z . ; Rev . R . Jamblin , H . ; H . Tuff , J . ; C . Coupland , P . Z ., Treas . ; T . S . Warne , P . Z ., S . E . ; J . G . Chillingworth , S . N . ; C . Vincent Cottercll , P . S . ; Fred Wood , ist A . S . ; and Anton Tien , 2 nd A . S .
The M . E . Z . in a few feeling words thanked the M . E . G . Superintendent of Kent , Lord Holmesdale , for his presence there , together with his chief officer , Comp . Eastes , the P . G . H ., to grace the occasion ; and those two companions , together with the Consecrating Officer , Comp . the Rev . Thos . Robinson , P . G . S . England , were elected honorary members of the chapter .
A most cordial vote of thanks , proposed by the M . E . Z ., xvas given to the Consecrating Officers ; and the Z . reminded the companions of the chapter that the manner in which the rites and ritual of consecration had been performed must be ever in their memory when looking back on that day , and that Comp . T . Robinson had laid upon them a debt of gratitude they would do well never to forget .
A number of brethren were then proposed for exaltation at the next chapter , after which the chapter was closed according to ancient torm . We described in a former report the excellent arrangements that had been carried out in connection with the lodge room and fittings , and it only now remains to say that the chapter room is in every way equal to that of
the lodge . Ihe elegant and appropriate fittings could not have been in better taste and they reflect the greatest praise on those who have carried out the arrangements . The furniture , jewels , and regalia were manufactured by Comp . George Kenning . The companions afterwards adjourned to the banquet room , where a cold collation was laid out ; an agreeable refreshment alter the labours of the chapter .
The usual toasts peculiar to Freemasonry , Arch Masonry , and Masonic loyalty were duly honoured , and M . E . Comp . Rev . Thomas Robinson responded for the Grand Officers in a few practical and telling remarks .
The M . E . Z ., in a happy and appropriate speech proposed " The Health of the G . Supt . ot Kent , Lord Holmesdale , " paying his lordship a very high tribute of respect and regard , and thanking him for the very great interest he had taken in the Lullingstone Lodge , Chapter , and Masonic Hall . The toast was received with enthusiasm , and the GRANI > SUPERINTENDENT in reply said he would'thank them for the very hearty way in which they had received his name , and the M . E . Z . for the more than eloquent way in which be had spoken of him and of his interest in what fivas alter all his
duty as ruler of the province . He trusted the example set by the members of the Lullingstone Lodge and chapter in building a hall and home for themselves would be encouragement to others in the province to do thc same . It was a source of great gratification to him to be there with them , and he thanked the companions for their hearty good wishes .
The Rev . ROBERT J AMBLIN , H ., in his facetious and happy manner proposed "The Provincial Principals , and Officers Present and Past , " coupling with the toast the name of the Prov . G . J . Comp . Eastes , who he said was almost ubiquitous , and had an eye that noted everything , and a memory that remembered all , even names and laces of brethren and companions from the far ends of the province .
The Prov . G . H . returned thanks in a genial speech , bidding the companions of Kent take heart , and try each in their circle to emulate the example set by the small band of thorough good Masons gathered round the M . E . Z ., whose energy and determination showed itself in the way in which he had worked tor Masonry . He wished the new chapter every success , and the prosperity which he was sure would accrue to it under the guidance of such excellent companions as those they had seen that day installed .
Ex . Comp . PENFOLD , P . G . S . N ., also responded in a few humourous and effective words . The toast of "The Consecrating Officers , " in proposing which the M . E . Z . paid a very graceful compliment to those companions who had assisted their consecrating Z ., was exceedingly well received , and in eloquent
terms both the proposer and the companion who responded . Rev . T . Robinson referred to the solemn and serious nature of those duties in which the chapter had been engaged , amounting almost to a religious service ; and who when duly felt by those officiating and rendered by them , as a reality and a truth , and not a mere mechanical performance , never tailed to attract and impress the companions wherever assembled .
J he Grand Superintendent , M . E . C . Viscount HOLMESDALE gave what he was pleased to say was the toast of the evening , ' * Success to the Lulling ! stone Chapter . " It would be well if his lordshi p ' s words of sound counseand advise could be carried into every province , and well if the Masons of Kent will endeavour to put themselves in the forefront of that movement , which the efforts of the members of the Lullingstone has lately brought into
such prominence , viz ., the building of halls and rooms , set apart for Masonic purposes . The Grand Superintendent b y his presence and his words of commendation evidenced that he could appreciate good and true Masonic work , and the vociferous way in which the companions present received thc toast , coupled with the names of the three Principals , was proof , il such were needed , that the Lullingstone Chapter has started under auspicious circumstances and popular rulers . Long may it flourish .
'Ihe three Principals in turn replied with words of thanks , and the visitors being toasted , drew responses from E . Comps . Col . Burton , Z . 20 , and Wyles , P . Z ., P . G . J . A most enjoyable time was thus spent , and the companions separated at 8 . 30 , thus showing that with private Masonic buildings , and plenty of work to do , all may be got through , labour and refreshment as well , and yet early hours give companions and visitors from a distance opportunity of meeting each other without inconvenience and undue expense .
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United Grand Lodge.
At a meeting of the Board held on Tuesday , the 22 nd of May , after the ordinary business had been disposed of , the following resolution was passed , viz .: — The members of the Board unanimously desire to express their sense of the ability and courtesy uniformly displayed on all occasions by the V . W . Bro . Sir John B . Monckton , as President of the Board of General Purposes . ( Signed ) FRANK GREEN , J . G . D ., Vice President .
To the report is subjoined a statement of the Grand Lodge accounts at the last meeting of the Finance Committee , held on Friday , the iSth ult ., showing a balance in the Bank of England of £ 4444 iGs . 5 d . ; and in the hands of the Grand Secretary for petty cash £ 75 , and for servants' wages £ 100 . The President will move-
ist . That the report be received and entered on the minutes . 2 nd . That the recommendations of the Board of General Purposes with reference to the suggested scheme of reconstruction and enlargement of the premises at Freemasons' HaU be referred back to the Board for execution under the direction of the Grand Superintendent of Works .
8 . The annual report of the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and Widows of Freemasons , dated the 18 th of May , 1883 , including an alteration and addition to rule 25 , will be laid before Grand Lodge . 9 . Appeal of Bro . Alexander Dimant , P . M ., New Zealand Pacific Lodge , No . 517 , Wellington , New Zealand , against sentence of expulsion from Masonry passed on him by the District Grand Lodge of Wellington , North Island , New Zealand , on 21 st December , 1882 .
N . B . —Thc papers relating to this appeal will be in the Grand Secretary ' s office till thc meeting of Grand Lodge , and open for the inspection of the brethren during office hours . iu . NOTICES 01 * MOTION . —( 1 . ) By W . Bro . Raynham W . Stewart , P . G . D . : — Having regard to the recent destruction of the Temple by fire , and the great increase of Masons , that it be referred to a Committee in conjunction with members of the Board of General Purposes to consider the advisability of rebuilding the Temple , or of acquiring a site to erect thereon a hall capable of meeting the wants of the Order . List of brethren nominated for the Board of General Purposes : Masters and Past Masters—Bros . Giovanni Paulo Festa , W . M . 1900 ; Edward V
Storr , P . M . 22 ; William H . Dean , P . M . 417 ; Thomas Hastings Miller , P . M . 907 ; Thomas Beswick Purchas , P . M . 16 35 ; Thomas Charles Walls , VV . M . 141 ; Ralph Glutton , W . M . 6 31 ; George John Hakewill , W . M . 1150 ; George Henry Hopkinson , W . M . 14 ; George Pitt-Lewis , W . M . 46 ; Henry Richard Cooper Smith , W . M . 1731 ; Sharon Grote Turner , W . M . 2 ; Thomas Lean Wilkinson , W . M . 92 ; Charles Atkins ,
P . M . 27 ; Henry Bishop , P . M . 66 ; William Bristow , P . M . G . S . Lo . ; Albert Escott , P . AI . 1593 j John Laurence Mather , P . M . 147 I ; Alfred Meadows , M . D ., P . M . 4 ; Robert Percy Middlemist , P . M . 5 ; James Garnar , P . M . 975 ; William Joseph Murlis , P . M . 1642 ; Alfred H . Tattershall , P . M . 140 ; William Smallpeice , P . M . 1395 ; John H . Watts , P . M . 63 ; William Smallpeice , W . M . 969 ; Charles Alfred Woods , P . M . 145 ; and James Stevens , P . M . 1216 .
( 2 ) By W . Bro . CHARLES J PERCEVAL , P . M . No . 1607—That it is of very great importance for the xvell being of our honourable Order that the reconsideration of the revision of the Book of Constitutions as presented to Grand Lodge in September last , together with the amendments and alterations suggested by the various provinces , lodges , and brethren , should be submitted to Grand Lodge at the quarterly communication in September next , or at such earlier date as it may please the Most Worshipful the Grand Master to appoint a Special Grand Lodge for that purpose . ( 3 ) By V . W . Bro . Lieut .-Col . J CREATON , Past Grand
Treasurer—That the sum of £ 70 be given from the Fund of General Purposes ; that the money be placed in the hands of _ the Secretary of the hoyal Masonic Benevolent Institution of Aged Freemasons and Widoxvs of Freemasons , to supply the residents of the Institution at Croydon with coals during the xvinter season .
List of brethren nominated for the Colonial Board : Bros . James Brett , P . M . 177 ; William George Lemon , P . M . 1601 j Edward Letchworth , P . M . 197 ; James Henry Matthews , P . M . 143 ; Thomas Hastings Miller , P . M . 907 ; Griffiths Smith , P . M . 1489 ; and William Stephens , P . M . 1489 .
List of brethren nominated for tlie Committee of Management for the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and Widows of Freemasons : Bros . John James Berry , P . M . 554 ; Thomas W . C . Bush , P . M . 1728 ; Charles A . Cottebrune , P . M . 733 ; William H . Goodall , P . M . 1567 ; Henry McPherson , P . M . 890 : George L . Moore , P . M . 169 ; Wm . J . Murliss , P . M . 1642 ; Robert Perry Tate , 862 ; Alfred H . Tattershall , P . M . 140 ; James Willing , jun ., P . M . 1507 ; and Charles Atkins , P . M . 27 . List of lodges for which warrants have been granted by the M . W . Grand Master since the last Quarterly Convocation of Grand Lodge . Lodge 1994 , The Malwa Lodge , Mhow , Bombay . „ 1995 , The Rising Star Lodge , Rawul Pindee , Punjab . „ 1996 , The Priory Lodge of Acton , Acton . » 1997- Tlie John Carpenter Lodge , Aldersgate-street . „ 1998 , The Light of Tirhoot Lodge , Somastipore , Bengal .
Consecration Of The Lullingstone Chapter, No. 1837.
CONSECRATION OF THE LULLINGSTONE CHAPTER , No . 1837 .
Following closely on the dedication of the new Masonic Hall at Wilmington , Dartford , which was recently reported in our pages , the Lullingstone Royal Arch Chapter was consecrated on Monday last . The lodge from which the chapter springs has lately shown such marked signs of new life that it was naturally to be expected that applications should in due time be made for a warrant for a chapter , and , on the prayer of the VV . M ., Bro . the Rev . H . Cummings , and other members ol the lodge , it was duly granted . There were present at the
ceremony—M . E . Comps . Viscount Holmesdale , P . G . Supt . Kent ; Jas . S . Eastes , P . G . H . Kent 5 ™' l ' » S ; Robinson , P . G . Soj . ; Thos . Wyles , 20 , P . G . J . Kent ; Henry Penfold , 1174 , P . P . G . S . N . ; T . S . Warne , P . P . G . S . E . ; C . Coupland , P . P . S . ; VV . B . Royd , Z . 913 ; Col . Burton , Z . 1174 ; G . H . Cxveel , Z . 20 ; Thos . D . Hayes , P . Z . 913 ; E . Oenton , P . Z . 913 ; A . Penfold , P . Z . ; Henry Mason , H . 913 ; Henry Sadler , G . Janitor ; and others , including the founders s Comps . Rev . H . Cummings , / . ; Rev . R . Jamblin , H . ; Henry Tuff , I . ; C . Coupland , Treas . ; T . S . Warne , S . E . ; 1 . G . Chillingworth , S . N . ; C . V . Cottercll , P . S . ; Fred Wood , ist A . S . ; and Anton 1 icn , 2 nd A . b .
Consecration Of The Lullingstone Chapter, No. 1837.
M . E . Comp . the Rev . Thomas Robinson acted as Consecrating Officer , ably assisted by E . Comps . Eastes , P . P . G . H ., as H . ; Wyles , P . P . G . J ., as J . ; Comps . T . S . Warne , P . P . G . S . E ., as S . E . ; and Penfold , P . P . G . S ., as Dir . of Cer . The acting M . E . Z ., in the unavoidable absence of the P . G . J ., gave a most impressive oration on Arch Masonry , which was listened to with marked attention by the assembled companions , and which will doubtless bear rich fruit .
The solemnities of consecration concluded , the M . E . Z . proceeded to the installation of the three Principals designate , and from first to last pronounced , without hesitation or loss of a single word , the long and beautiful ritual which belongs to this Degree , and that in thc solemn and emphatic manner so peculiarly his own , and easily recognised by those who know Comp . Robinson .
The work of investment of the officers of the new chapter then proceeded as follows : Comps . Rev . H . Cummings , Z . ; Rev . R . Jamblin , H . ; H . Tuff , J . ; C . Coupland , P . Z ., Treas . ; T . S . Warne , P . Z ., S . E . ; J . G . Chillingworth , S . N . ; C . Vincent Cottercll , P . S . ; Fred Wood , ist A . S . ; and Anton Tien , 2 nd A . S .
The M . E . Z . in a few feeling words thanked the M . E . G . Superintendent of Kent , Lord Holmesdale , for his presence there , together with his chief officer , Comp . Eastes , the P . G . H ., to grace the occasion ; and those two companions , together with the Consecrating Officer , Comp . the Rev . Thos . Robinson , P . G . S . England , were elected honorary members of the chapter .
A most cordial vote of thanks , proposed by the M . E . Z ., xvas given to the Consecrating Officers ; and the Z . reminded the companions of the chapter that the manner in which the rites and ritual of consecration had been performed must be ever in their memory when looking back on that day , and that Comp . T . Robinson had laid upon them a debt of gratitude they would do well never to forget .
A number of brethren were then proposed for exaltation at the next chapter , after which the chapter was closed according to ancient torm . We described in a former report the excellent arrangements that had been carried out in connection with the lodge room and fittings , and it only now remains to say that the chapter room is in every way equal to that of
the lodge . Ihe elegant and appropriate fittings could not have been in better taste and they reflect the greatest praise on those who have carried out the arrangements . The furniture , jewels , and regalia were manufactured by Comp . George Kenning . The companions afterwards adjourned to the banquet room , where a cold collation was laid out ; an agreeable refreshment alter the labours of the chapter .
The usual toasts peculiar to Freemasonry , Arch Masonry , and Masonic loyalty were duly honoured , and M . E . Comp . Rev . Thomas Robinson responded for the Grand Officers in a few practical and telling remarks .
The M . E . Z ., in a happy and appropriate speech proposed " The Health of the G . Supt . ot Kent , Lord Holmesdale , " paying his lordship a very high tribute of respect and regard , and thanking him for the very great interest he had taken in the Lullingstone Lodge , Chapter , and Masonic Hall . The toast was received with enthusiasm , and the GRANI > SUPERINTENDENT in reply said he would'thank them for the very hearty way in which they had received his name , and the M . E . Z . for the more than eloquent way in which be had spoken of him and of his interest in what fivas alter all his
duty as ruler of the province . He trusted the example set by the members of the Lullingstone Lodge and chapter in building a hall and home for themselves would be encouragement to others in the province to do thc same . It was a source of great gratification to him to be there with them , and he thanked the companions for their hearty good wishes .
The Rev . ROBERT J AMBLIN , H ., in his facetious and happy manner proposed "The Provincial Principals , and Officers Present and Past , " coupling with the toast the name of the Prov . G . J . Comp . Eastes , who he said was almost ubiquitous , and had an eye that noted everything , and a memory that remembered all , even names and laces of brethren and companions from the far ends of the province .
The Prov . G . H . returned thanks in a genial speech , bidding the companions of Kent take heart , and try each in their circle to emulate the example set by the small band of thorough good Masons gathered round the M . E . Z ., whose energy and determination showed itself in the way in which he had worked tor Masonry . He wished the new chapter every success , and the prosperity which he was sure would accrue to it under the guidance of such excellent companions as those they had seen that day installed .
Ex . Comp . PENFOLD , P . G . S . N ., also responded in a few humourous and effective words . The toast of "The Consecrating Officers , " in proposing which the M . E . Z . paid a very graceful compliment to those companions who had assisted their consecrating Z ., was exceedingly well received , and in eloquent
terms both the proposer and the companion who responded . Rev . T . Robinson referred to the solemn and serious nature of those duties in which the chapter had been engaged , amounting almost to a religious service ; and who when duly felt by those officiating and rendered by them , as a reality and a truth , and not a mere mechanical performance , never tailed to attract and impress the companions wherever assembled .
J he Grand Superintendent , M . E . C . Viscount HOLMESDALE gave what he was pleased to say was the toast of the evening , ' * Success to the Lulling ! stone Chapter . " It would be well if his lordshi p ' s words of sound counseand advise could be carried into every province , and well if the Masons of Kent will endeavour to put themselves in the forefront of that movement , which the efforts of the members of the Lullingstone has lately brought into
such prominence , viz ., the building of halls and rooms , set apart for Masonic purposes . The Grand Superintendent b y his presence and his words of commendation evidenced that he could appreciate good and true Masonic work , and the vociferous way in which the companions present received thc toast , coupled with the names of the three Principals , was proof , il such were needed , that the Lullingstone Chapter has started under auspicious circumstances and popular rulers . Long may it flourish .
'Ihe three Principals in turn replied with words of thanks , and the visitors being toasted , drew responses from E . Comps . Col . Burton , Z . 20 , and Wyles , P . Z ., P . G . J . A most enjoyable time was thus spent , and the companions separated at 8 . 30 , thus showing that with private Masonic buildings , and plenty of work to do , all may be got through , labour and refreshment as well , and yet early hours give companions and visitors from a distance opportunity of meeting each other without inconvenience and undue expense .