Presentation To Bro. Harry S. Foster.

year of office , and that the gift would be prized by him and handed down by him as one of his most beautiful heirlooms . In conclusion , he congratulated him on the assistance he would receive during his year of office at the hands of his wife . The Alderman then presented the chain and badge with the accompanying address :

" We , the undersigned members of the School Board for London , the members of the London County Council , the Ward of Coleman-street ( where you have carried on business for upwards of 12 years ) , the several Livery Companies , Masonic lodges , and other societies to which you belong , beg to offer you our

sincere congratulations on the honour conferred upon you by your fellow citizens in electing you to be one of the Sheriffs of the City of London for the ensuing year , which important office , we feel assured , will in your hands retain all its ancient prestige and dignity . We seize this opportunity of expressing our esteem

and friendship for you , and our appreciation of the important services which you have rendered in the cause of education and local government , and we trust that you will accept , as a token of our regard , this accompanying chain and badge of office , which has been designed to identify your occupancy of the office

and other public bodies , including the ancient Corporation of London , in which you have by your zeal , perseverance , and ability gained an honourable position and reputation . We cordially trust the Almighty will g ive you health to enable you to enjoy your year of office , and to give those services to the City of London

which you are eminently qualified to render . " Bro . Sheriff-elect FOSTER , in returning thanks , said he felt that the honour which had been done him was one of which any man would be proud , partly for the beauty of the g ift—which he would treasure , not only during his year of office , but would hand down to his

family as a priceless heirloom—and partly for the unanimity , the kindly feeling , and the confidence with which the gift was associated . He was proud to feel that not only his own personal friends , not only the members of the Ward in which he had carried on business , but that the members of other bodies with

which he had been connected had had some share in presenting that beautiful gift to him . He was glad to see among the number the London County Council , headed by the Chairman , that much beloved man , Sir John Lubbock , Bart ., M . P . ; Mr . Diggle , the equally loved Chairman of the London School Board ; and his

friend , Mr . Littler , Q . C , and many others , while others had shown their interest in this function in municipal life by giving their attendance . But he realised the fact that he would occupy the very high position in prospect by the kindness and the confidence of his friends more than by his own efforts ; and had he not

been supported as he had been he could not have succeeded . He appreciated very much the presence that afternoon of Sheriff Sir Augustus Harris . He could only assure them that during his year of office he would , if God gave him the health and strength , endeavour to carry out his duties to the fullest extent

with his esteemed colleague , Mr . Alderman and Sheriffelect Tyler , with whom he was sure he would work well , knowing him to be a kind , courteous , and estimable gentleman . Bro . LOBB then moved a vote of thanks to Mr . Lindo for his kindness in having undertaken the

Secretarial duties and those of Treasurer . Bro . SALMON seconded the motion , and it was adopted unanimously , Mr . Lindo making a brief acknowledgment . Bro . ALTMAN moved a vote of thanks to the Alderman for presiding , and this was seconded b y Bro .

Sir AUGUSTUS HARRIS , and adopted . The badge presented to Bro . Sheriff-elect Foster is circular in form ; in the centre are the arms of the Sheriff surmounted with a squire ' s helmet and crest , at the base is the motto " Sauviter in modo , fortiter in re . " The arms , mantling , crest , and motto are

beautifully enamelled in correct heraldic colours on a medallion of frosted gold and surrounded by a green enamelled wreath of laurel and oak leaves . On the outer circle of the badge are 12 shields bearing the arms of the following companies , each artistically enamelled in proper colours , viz .: The Worshipful

Company of Fruiterers , the Worshipful Company of Playing Card Makers , the Worshipful Company of Bakers , the Worship ful Company of Gold and Silver Wyre Drawers , the Worshipful Company of Turners , the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers , the Worshipful Company of Fan Makers , the Worshipful

Company of Shipwrights , the Worshipful Company of Glaziers , the Worshipful Company of Clock Makers , the Worship ful Company of Loriners , and the Worshipful Company of Homers . The badge has the civic cap of maintenance on the top , and a wreath of laurel and oak leaves at base .

In the centre of the chain are the arms and supporters of the City of London , flanked on either side with the Sheriff ' s monogram and shields bearing the arms of the Worshipful Companies of Frame Work Knitters , Patten Makers , and Wheelwrights , the latter being the Sheriff's mother Company ; greater

prominence is g iven to their arms in the formation of the chain . On the rig ht section of the chain is an artistically painted medallion , being a . facsimile of the seal of the London County Council , whilst on the left section of the chain is a similar medallion bearing the seal of the London School Board , of which bodies the Sheriff is a member .

The chain and badge are of 18-carat gold , hallmarked , and were designed and manufactured by Bro . George Kenning , of Little Britain , E . C .

A Literary Curiosity.

A LITERARY CURIOSITY .

What is , perhaps , the most curious and interesting literary combination of modern times has just been announced by the editor of the Gentlewoman . It will be remembered that in the first 20 numbers of that journal there appeared week by week a "Novel" Novel , each chapter being by a different author—an amateur

and reader of the journal . This very successful scheme suggested to the editor the idea of a novel written by many well-known novelists without consultation or any plan being prearranged . The result has been a remarkable work of fiction and literary curiosity called "The Fate of Fenella . " The opening chapter is by Helen

Mathers , the next by Justin H . McCarthy , a lady and a gentleman alternating chapter by chapter in the following order : Mrs . Trollope , Conan Doyle , May Crommelin , F . C . Phillips , " Rita , " Joseph Hatton , Mrs . Lovett Cameron , Bram Stoker , Florence Marryatt ,

Frank Danby , Mrs . Edward Kennard , Richard Dowling , Mrs . Hungerford , Arthur A'Beckett , Mrs . Macquoid , G . Manville Fenn , & c . The novel will be specially illustrated , and the first chapter will be published in the Christmas Number of the Gentlewoman , the succeeding chapters appearing week by week .

Masonic Work.

MASONIC WORK .

So much of the true comprehension of the principles of Freemasonry lies in the rendering of its symbology that a more accurate study of the truths and their lessons embodied in Masonic symbols is imperative . Without the analysis of these symbols and the presentation of their teachings , thus only to be obtained ,

the full understanding of Freemasonry is not possible . What is called the " Work " is inalienably connected with , dependent on , and consecrated by , the truths veiled in those wonderful mysteries . In the aforetime , when language was too meagre to express the hidden meaning of the conceptions and the aspirations of the

soul , as impressed on the consciousness of the mental faculties , symbols were the accepted form of teaching those who sought to know . These mysteries were necessarily communicated to but few . The method of imparting them was limited to such only as were initiated into the circle constituted of earnest , devoted

seekers after knowledge . From the period when " sun-worship " was the cult of tribes and peoples , till the Egyptian philosophies became recognised as a development of the mysteries of symbols , mankind sought light in this school of instruction . Out of this grew , in part , the origin of Freemasonry . —P . G . Master Vaux , in Canadian Craftsman .

Scotland.

Scotland .

ROYAL ARCH . GLASGOW . ClaSgOW Chapter ( No . 50 ) . —A large and representative gathering of Royal Arch companions vvas held in St . Mark ' s Hall , 213 , Buchanan-street , on Friday , the 23 rd ult ., for the purpose of electing and investing the officers of this , the premier chapter in the province for the ensuing year . The First Principal , Comp . Edwd . Macbean ,

2 nd Grand Sojourner , occupied the chair , and was supported by a full staff of officers . A large number of apologies from Grand and Prov . Grand dignataries vvas read , including a kindly and characteristic note from Comp . Wm . Jas . Hughan , who never forgets the chapter in which he vvas exalted 26 years ago . After the transaction of some formal business , it was reported that Grand Scribes E . and N .

vvere in attendance , and these distinguished companions were accordingly received as befitted their exalted position . Comp . R . S . Brown , G . S . E ., assisted by Comp . C . Baxter , G . S . N ., presided at the Board of Installed Principals , when the retiring Z . presented his successor , Comp . VVihiam Sutherland Hunter , for instruction in the secrets peculiar to the chair of Z . All the chapters of the province vvere

represented at this function . After the re-admission of the companions , the I . P . Z . delivered an extempore address , directing the attention of the Principals , office-bearers , and members generally to the various duties they owed each other and the body , as well as the necessity of so ordering their daily walk and conversation that the neutral world might take note that they vvere Masons indeed , and had

profited by the lessons conveyed in the beautiful ritual with which they were all familiar . Loud and sustained applause at the close of Comp . Macbean's remarks showed that the audience fully endorsed the sentiments expressed by him . Refreshment followed labour , and song enlivened speech . Comp . Larter vvas the chief exponent of melody , while the eminent composer , Comp . Emile Berger , presided at the

piano . The M . E . Z ., Comp . W . S . Hunter , by his conduct in the chair , proved that the chapter had made a wise selection , for his practical advice and logical arguments evinced a thorough grasp of the Royal Art . The G . S . E . narrated statistics which showed the continued solid progress the Order is making , and the G . S . N , insisted on the advisability of greater sympathy and closer personal connection between the high officials and the daughter chapters .

The Glasgow Chapter can point to good work since its inception in 1 S 24 , and under Comp . Hunter , M . E . Z ., and the efficient staff which yields read y obedience to his sceptre , continued prosperity may be confidently predicted . The lectures which Comp . Paten , P . Z ., inaugurated , and Comp . Macbean , P . Z ., continued , are to be maintained by the present Chairman , and to such efforts we heartily bid Godspeed .

+ The German Exhibition will be closed on Saturday , the 10 th inst ., the German National Anthem— "Die Wachtam Rhein" —being sung by 10 , 000 voices , accompanied by the massed bands .

Ireland.

Ireland .

PRESENTATION TO BRO . GEORGE ALEXANDER REID .

The many friends of this gentleman will be sorry to learn that he is about to leave Belfast , and take up his residence in London . Mr . Reid has for the past seven ¦ years conducted the local branch of the Fire Insurance Association , in which capacity he has displayed all the qualities essential to the progress and prosperity of

such a business . He now takes up the European Secretaryship to the American Fire Insurance Company , and we have no doubt , by the exercise of the same ability as he has shown here , his new sphere of labour will be equally successful . Mr . Reid was generally popular , apart from the esteem in which he was

held by the business portion of the community . The local Masonic brethren , among whom he was a great favourite , could not allow him to leave without an expression of their fraternal feeling . In the windows of Messrs . Rankin Bros , we observe a beautiful solid silver tea and coffee service and tray presented by this

body , which it must be admitted does them credit . The whole of the articles bear the monogram G . A . R . neatly chased , and the largest the following inscription : "Presented to the Very Worshipful Brother George Alexander Reid , Past Provincial Senior Grand Warden Antrim , P . K ., R . A . C ., P . C , and B ., H . K . T .,

S . P . R . C ., & c , by the members of 88 Lodge , Chapter , and Preceptory , as a token of their appreciation of his long valued services to Freemasonry in Ireland , and as a mark of their personal esteem and regard . " Mr . Reid ' s successor is Mr . Sands , of this city . —Belfast News Letter .

PRESENTATION TO BRO . DR . FRANCIS E . CLARKE , 30 .

At the last stated Communication of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Meath , held at Cavan , a splendidly illuminated address and handsome gold repeater watch were presented to Bro . Dr . Francis E . Clarke , 30 , who lately retired from the office of Provincial Grand Secretary after a service of over 10 years . The

address spoke in the most affectionate terms of the regard felt for Bro . Clarke and the appreciation entertained for his Masonic services rendered to the Province of Meath , and was signed by the Marquis of Headfort , Prov . Grand Master , and countersigned by Bro . G . H . Miller , who has succeeded Bro . Clarke as Prov . Grand

Secretary . The watch is a massive one , in huntingcase , with crest and motto on one cover and monogram on reverse . Inside there is engraved a square and compasses , and the following : " Presented by the brethren of the Masonic Province of Meath to R . W . Francis E . Clarke , M . D ., LL . D ., 30 ° on his resignation of the

Provincial Grand Secretaryship , as a mark of fraternal esteem . June , 1891 . " Bro . Clarke has not by any means given up the active working of the Craft , as he is still Deputy Provincial Grand Master of North Connaught , and Registrar both of the Abbey Royal

Arch Chapter , No . 242 , Boyle , and the Abbey Preceptory of Knights Templar . In the unavoidable absence of the Marquis of Headfort the presentation was made by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Meath , Bro . George J . Norman de Arcy , 32 ° .

The Craft Abroad.

The Craft Abroad .

PRESENTATION TO BRO . D . MOSS , P . M . 1275 . At the regular meeting of the Golden Thistle Lodge of Instruction , held at the Masonic Temple , Johannesburg , South Africa , a very pleasing and deserving presentation took place . A Past Preceptor ' s jewel was presented to Bro . D . Moss , P . M . 127 5 ( London ) , by the

brethren of the above lodge for his kindness and indefatigable exertions in promoting in Johannesburg the ritual of Freemasonry . Bro . BLAKE , the W . M . elect , in presenting the jewel , said it gave him very great pleasure , on behalf of the brethren , to present that mark of appreciation of the

good work Bro . Moss had done in drilling the brethren to fulfil their respective offices with such efficiency , and also for his kindness in instructing them in the beautiful ceremony and sections , which but for him wouldhave remained at a distance and unknown . Bro . Blake , in a

few more well-chosen words , spoke well of the Preceptor as a man and a Freemason . After the presentation a vote of . £ 10 10 s . was given to the Transvaal Masonic School , on the proposition of Bro . Moss .

The above lodge was opened by Bro . D . Moss some two years ago , when first he went to South Africa , and it was continued tor some months until Bro . Moss came to England last year , when it fell through for the want of a Preceptor . When Bro . Moss returned

last December he resuscitated it again , since which time it has been going on very successfull y , and the work done ( although in a Scotch lodge ) is the English working . Bro . D . Moss may be known as a most earnest worker in London for 14 years , having been Preceptor of the Prosperity Lodge , No . 65 , for 10 years .

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