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lodge met at the Town Hall , Denbigh , on Friday , the nth ult . The business of the evening included the presentation of a testimonial to Bro . John Preece , National Provincial Bank , who has lately removed to the city of Litchfield . The occasion being of a gala nature , the lodge-room was adorned with appropriate banners and Masonic crests . On entering the eye was
gratified by the appearance of a very handsome and chaste collection of solid silver plate , comprising the testimonial , arranged on a table covered with crimson cloth , at the East end of the lodge , and which was inspected by a number of ladies and gentlemen prior to the meeting , by whom also the various articles of plate were much admired for the good taste and skill with which lhey had
been manufactured . The testimonial , it should be stated , was in two parts , the one from the Masonic brethren consisting of a richly embossed salver and dinner service ; and the other , by the public , of a tea and coffee-service , the whole supplied by the eminent firm of Elkington & Co ., at a cost of nearly ^ 100 , almost equally subscribed , the public testimonial fund ( of which R . C . B . Clough ,
Esq ., surveyor , was the worthy Hon . Sec ., ) being a little over the other in amount . The lodge was opened in due form at four o'clock , and a happier and more delighted party never assembled in the good old town under the banner ofthe compass , the square , and the l . vel . There were present : —Bros . John Ormiston , Wigfair , Flintshire , W . M . ; J . Copner Wynne Edwards , I . P . M . ; R . Vaughan
Williams , County Court Judge , P . M . ; John Preece , P . M ., P . P . S . G . W . ; R . Lloyd Williams , S . W . ; Rev . J . H . Roberts , Head Master Denbigh Grammar School , J . W . ; Martin Underwood , J . R . Hughes , W . P . Beech , A . M ., Rev . Henry Parry , J . Parry Jones , Treasurer , R . Harrison , T . Sleight , Francis Wynne , Llewelyn Lodge , Augustus Henry Reid , John Davies , & c . Bro . George
Osborne Morgan , HI . P . for the county of Denbigh , forwarded a kind note regretting not being present , and Bro . R . J . Sisson also sent an expression of his regret for the same , through the Worshipful Master . After the regular business of the lodge had been performed , including the various phases of the beautiful ceremonies of passing and raising in order , four of the junior brethren , the W . M . in
appropriate and eloquent terms- presented the lodge ' s testimonial to Bro . Preece , whom he complimented for having always been very anxious and cordial in affording any assistance he possibly could , not only to himself but to every brother of the lodge . As long as Bro . Preece had been amongst them , he had been always ready to afford them all assistance and instruction , had put them
well forward in their duties , and he , the W . M ., hoped and believed they all felt as much as lie did , how greatly they were indebted to Bro . Preece for the gratifying position in which the lodge now stands . ( Applause . ) Bro . Preece in the course of events , they had all been happy to hear , had met with that promotion which he richly deserved from the directors of the eminent banking
company with which he was connected , and upon which they all congratulated him , although lhey fully estimated the serious loss of the presence of so valuable a brother lo the lodge . ( Hear , hear . ) But having left then , it was thought by the members , it would be becoming on their part to present Bro . Preece with some mark of the respect in which he was held amongst them , and the
regret that they felt upon his leaving the neighbourhood . In accordance with that feeling , the testimonial on his right hand had been provided , and in the name of the Royal Denbigh Lodge he begged Bro . Preece ' s acceptance oi those gifts , possessing in themselves a certan degree of intrinsic value , but still more valuable and honourable as conveying with them the expression of thc kind will and
gratitude entertained towards him by his Masonic brethren . ( Applause . ) Gifts he was well aware , might be in themselves but of small value , and yet be most valuable to the receiver , as showing the direction of the current of good will and approbation . To Bro . Preece thc brethren of the Royal Denbigh Lodge were greatly indebted , —him they recognised as their founder and leader , —as he had
made thc lodge what it was , and they were all very happy that the first expression of the lodge ' s high esteem taking a substantial form should be given to Bro . Preece . He ( the W . M . ) in the observations he had addressed to the lodge and to Bro . Preece , refrained from using terms of fulsome praise , or any expression which might be considered over laudatory , feeling that he best consulted the
wishes of the brethren , and that anything more than thc plain and honest truth would , so far from being grateful to Bro . Preece ' s feelings , be annoying to one of his earnest honourable and disposition ; and , in conclusion , he begged to express a hope that although Bro . Preece had left them , he would occasionally make his appearance amongst them ( applause ) .. He was sure Bro . Preece would always
be present with them in spirit , and he could assure him they would always be glad lo hear of his promotion . Might it not be long again in coming —( applause)—and if it only led him a little nearer to them , instead of further off , they would like it all the better ( applause ) . —Bro . Preece ( who was at first so overpowered that he could not speak ) returned his most grateful thanks in feeling terms .
They had really , undeservedly made him a most handsome present , and which he much appreciated . 1 lc assured all thc brethren that so long as he lived he would always remember and appreciate his connexion with the Royal Denbigh Lodge in the formation of which he had been merely an humble instrument . It was to thc officers of thc lodge and to the members of it that thc credit of its success belonged . He could sec well that lhey had started
upon very good grounds , and by so continuing they could not fail to secure its future prospcrityand welfare ( applause ) . He was quite aware that the few words he had uttered fell very far short of what was due from him , and that there had been many observations made by their worthy and esteemed W . M . to which he ought to respond , but he felt himself under the necessity of requesting that they would allow him to conclude by again thanking them for
the very tangible and munificent tokens of their regard and esteem . The W . M . ' s closing remarks had brought to his mind the fact that when men departed from the place where they had been actively engaged , people seemed to find out their good and bad qualities . Fortunately , he had been most kindly judged , and had to rejoice in the possession of the beautiful service of plate which they had
just presented him . But , apart from that , he assured the brethren how great a pleasure it had been for him to serve them , and how inestimable was his reward in knowing that he had their approval of his conduct , and their good will and best wishes as men and brother Masons , and which by him were most heartily reciprocated ( loud applause ) . —After the labours of the lodge , thc brethren
adjourned to an excellent banquet , provided by Bro . H . C . Murless , Crown Hotel , and spent a most delightful evening . Thc usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given by the W . M ., and enthusiastically responded to . —Bro . Vaughan Williams , P . M ., delivered a most eloquent and appropriate speech illustrating the true and undying principles of our Order , and showing that the mission of
Freemasonry is to make men friends . —Everything passed off most agreeably , several songs , contributed by Bros . M . Underwood and J . Davies , added much to the general enjoyment . —On the following day the public testimonial was presented at a meeting of influential inhabitants , held at the Bull Hotel , the Worshipful the Mayor of Denbigh , Evan Pierce , Esq ., JII . D ., ably discharging thc duties of Chairman on the occasion .
CoxGREsnuRV , SOMERSET . —Lodge of Agriculture , No . I 199 . —The regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Ship and Castle Hotel , on the 14 th ult ., when after thc usual preliminary business , Bro . William Partridge , was duly installed as W . M ., by P . Masters Barnes , 103 ; Bowden , 103 ; Bramble , 103 ; and Stiff , 1199 . Thc W . M . then appointed and invested the following officers ,
Bros . G . I . M . Blackburn , S . W . ; Rev . Wm . Hunt , ( Provincial Grand Chaplain of Somerset ) , J . W . and Chanlain ; Capt . Wm . Lon" -, Treas . and Sec . ; Dr . John Hurd , D . C . ; Thomas Pitt , S . D . ; E . Linton , J . D . ; Loftus H . Ricketts , I . G . ; W . Halliday , Org . ; Chas . Banwcll , Tyler . The lodge having been closed with the usual solemnities , the brethren adjourned from labour to
refreshment , and spent a very harmonious nnd fraternal evening . SCARBOROUGH . —Denison Lodge , No . 1248 . — This young and flourishing lodge held its first anniversary meeting at the Grand Hotel , on Thursday , the Sth ult ., ihe brethren assembled at five o'clock , the business being the installation of Bro . S . IT . Armitage , S . W . and W . M .-
elect , and investment of officers . Tne W . M .., Bvo . J . O . Surtces , P . G . R ., occupied the chair , assisted by his Wardens and other officers . There were also a very goodly number of P . M . 's , brethren , and visitors present to do honourto thchighly-csleemed \ V . M .-elect ( Iiro . Armitage ) , who has for many years worked hard and zealously as a Mason , and wc feel certain , from his love for Masonry
and hishigliMasonicattainments , he will , at thc expiration of his year of oflice , hand over thc gavel in as flourishing a condition as he received it . Bro . Major , W . IT . Smyth , D . P . G . M . Lincoln , performed the duties of Installing Master in a manner highly creditable to himself and with the greatest satisfaction lo all present . The installation being over , thc W . M . invested the following brethren as
his officers for the year : —Bros . J . Grooves , S . W . ; J . Donner , J . W . ; J . Kitchin , Treasurer ; J . E . Green , Sec ; II . W . Garnett , S . D . ; A . Fricour , J . D . ; V . Stewart , I . G . ; J . Verily , 'T yler . Thc next business was thc presentation of a very handsome gold P . M . ' s jewel , and a beautifully illuminated address lo the retiring W . M ., Bro . J . O . Surtces , in recognition of his valuable services
m the formation ofthe lodgcand as Us first W . M ., for which the recipient returned thanks in very suitable terms . Thc lodge was now closed , and the brethren , to thc number of about 40 , retired to thc annual banquet , which was served in most excellent style ; both viands and wine were firstrate , and certainly did credit even to this magnificent hotel and its popular manager , Bro . F . Vicour . The
usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and most cordially responded to . The loast of the evening , the health ofthe W . M ., was proposed by Bro . W . F . Rooke , P . M ., P . P . J . G . W ., in very high terms , and responded lo by Bro . Armitage in style and language which must have very much pleased every brother present . The health of the sisier lodge ( Old Globe ) , coupling with it the
name of its highly popular and zealous W . M ., Bro . R . H . Peacock , a person both as a citizen and Mason who has justly earned for himself thc respect and esteem of a very large and influential circle of friends ; Bro . Peacock responded in a thoroughly Masonic and very humorous style . Some excellent songs were sung , and a really enjoyable evening was spent .
WARRINGTON * . —Gilbert Greenall Lodge , No . 1250 . —The regular monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Monday , the 14 th ult ., at the Masonic-rooms , at halfpast six . In the absence of ihe W . M ., Bro . John Bowes , P . M ., & c , presided , and was supported by Bros . \ V , Mossop , S . W . ; \ Y . Richardson , as J . W . ; D . W . Finney .
P . M ., lion . Sec . ; and above twenty other brethren . Thc lodge was opened in due form , when ihe minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . One gentleman was initialed , three passed , and one raised . The lodge was duly lowered , and there being no further business it was closed with the usual solemnities .
Po . NTYl'OOl ., MONMOUTHSHIRE . —KennardLodge , No . 125 S . —The usual monthly meeting of this lodge took place at the Clarence Hotel on Monday last , Bro . Oliver , P . M . 471 , and P . G . D . C ., took the chair in the absence of the W . M ., Thecwasagood attendance of members . The minutes having been read and confirmed , Bro . W . Prosser was examined in open lodge as lo the progress he had made as an E . A . Freemason ; and his answers proving satisfactory , that brother retired . The lodge was then
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opened in the second degree , and Bro . Prosser passed to the degree of a F . C . Freemason . The acting W . M . favoured the brethren with a lecture on the tracing-board , which was listened to with much attention . The lodge was then closed down , when Bro . Titus Lewis cordially thanked ( lie brethren for electing him as a subscribing member . The S . W . stated that the Building Committee
were not quite ready with their report , but hoped to be so at the next meeting ; and that Bro . Adams , of Newport , architect , had offered not only to furnish plans , free , but also to give his services in erecting the Masonic Hall gratuitously . A vote of thanks was then proposed to Bro . Oliver , for his kindness in coming up from Newport to preside this evening , and the lodge was closed in harmony .
Instruction.
INSTRUCTION .
The Burdett Coutts Lodge , No . 1278 . —A new lodge of instruction , named after , and working under , The Burdett Coutts Lodge , No . 1278 , held their first meeting on Thursday , the 24 th February , at the Approach Tavern , Approach Road , Victoria Park , and was numerously attended . The parent lodge was well represented by the following brethren , viz .: Bros . Terry , W . M . and P . G . S . B .
for Herts ; Saunders , S . W . ; Shenton , J . W . ; IT . Lloyd , Sec . ; Tarrant , S . D . ; Lloyd , sen . and jun . ; Hawkes , Cousins , Harris , Balcombe , and Verry . Among the other brethren present wc noticed Bros . Henry Price , P . M . ; Gabb , of the Rosemary Branch Tavern , Hoxton ; Hills , Denny , Dottrixlge , Mountford , Shellard , Glover , Dent , Franks , and Anderson . Bro . Terry worked' the
consecration ceremony in that impressive , perfect , and beautiful manner for which he has gained such reputation , which called forth the praises of all present . He then installed Bro . Hy . Price into the chair of K . S ., and invested the officers as follows : Bros . Saunders , S . W . ; Balcombe , ] . \\ . ; Shenton , T . ; H . Lloyd , Sec . ; Hill , S . D . ; Harris , J . D . ; and Tarrant , J . G . Soma ofthe
sections were then worked by Bro . Terry . A special vote of thanks was unanimously accorded to Bro . Terry , as a slight acknowledgment of his valuable services that evening ; and he was also elected an honorary member , with thc unanimous consent of the brethren . Bro . Glover was elected an honorary member for his kindness in officiating at the harmonium , in which he was assisted by
those able singers , Bros . Mountford and Dottridge . A proposition was then made that all the brethren assembled should become joining members . On being put by the W . M ., it was received with one unanimous and hearty response from all the brethren present . Iiro . Saunders , SAW , ofthe Burden Coutts Lodge , a very energetic and clever Mason , was elected to occupy the chair on the
ensuing Thursday , who appointed his officers in rotation . This promises to be a very successful lodge , judging from the zeal displayed by thc promoters , who are the founders of thc parent lodge , for which the warrant was granted last August and consecrated in September ; and we are assured that all those who require instruction will benefit by joining this lodge , and wc recommend them to do so at once .
Royal Arch.
ROYAL ARCH .
WARRINGTON . —Chapter of Elias Ashmole , No . 148 . — The regular convocation of this chapter was held at the Chapter Rooms , Sankey-street , on Wednesday , February 16 th , at six o ' clock , Comp . John Bowes , ' / .., P . Z ., Prov . G . S . B ., was supported by Comps . Robert Stevenson , IL ; D . W . Finney , J . ; W . Richardson , P . S . ; Mossop , E .,
and about twelve other companions . 1 he chapter was opened by the Principals , when the rest of the companions were admitted . The ballot-box was then sent round for Bros . Dr . Pennington , P . Robinson , P . M ., and Jos . Cassidy , which proved favourable in each case , and the brethren being present lhey were duly exalted by the M . E . / ., together with Bro . Hannah , who had been elected
at thc previous meeting . 1 he Principals and officers for the ensuing year were then elected , and nothing further being proposed for the good of thc chapter it was closed LlVERl'OOl .. —Everton Chapter , No . S 23 . —The regular convocation of this Chapter was held on Tuesday , the 22 nd ult ., at the Masonic Temple , 22 , Hope-street . The Chapter was opened in due form by the M . E . Z . Ashmore ,
I . R . Goepel , II .,. and P . M . L . / . of Loyalty Chapter , S 6 ; and Jas . Hamer , J ., and P . M . E . Z . 220 , & c . The remainder of thc Officers and Companions were then admtled , viz ., Comps . Haynes , P . S . ; Holland , S . E . ; Robinson , N . ; II . J . Lunt , Treas ., also private members Clark , Robinson , & c . The following visitors were present , Joshua IIocken , J . of 220 ; P . M . Larsen , II . of 220 ;
Uias . Hecdham , P . M . L . Z ., 220 ; also Comps . Hill , Williams , Smith , & c . The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and confirmed . The ballot was then taken for Bros . Wm . P . Gunncll , of Gold Coast Lodge , No . 773 , and Bishop Sharpe and Shaw , of 823 , the result being unanimous in their favour . Bro . Gunncll being in attendance was examined , intrusted , and admitted , and
exalted by thc before-mentioned ofiicers , Comps . J . R , Goepc ) , P . M . E . Z ., thc II ., giving Ihe Symbolic , and Jas . Hamer , P . M . E . Z ., & c ., giving the Historic lecture , which were delivered in the most impressive and sublime manner . The rest of thc officers performed tlieir respective parts in an efficient manner , the whole of which aroused the approbation of all ihe members and visitors present . The ceremony of exaltation hcingccmiplclcd , three more brethren
were proposed for the next regular meeting , and after the other preliminary business the Chapter was closed with prayer , fidelity , obedience , and harmony . The Comps . then proceeded to refreshment , and after thc cloth being drawn , the ncvcr-oniilted loyal and Masonic toasts were given , which elicited very many able responses , enlivened by several harmonious and pleasing songs , which brought a very pleasant evening to a close at an early hour ,
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lodge met at the Town Hall , Denbigh , on Friday , the nth ult . The business of the evening included the presentation of a testimonial to Bro . John Preece , National Provincial Bank , who has lately removed to the city of Litchfield . The occasion being of a gala nature , the lodge-room was adorned with appropriate banners and Masonic crests . On entering the eye was
gratified by the appearance of a very handsome and chaste collection of solid silver plate , comprising the testimonial , arranged on a table covered with crimson cloth , at the East end of the lodge , and which was inspected by a number of ladies and gentlemen prior to the meeting , by whom also the various articles of plate were much admired for the good taste and skill with which lhey had
been manufactured . The testimonial , it should be stated , was in two parts , the one from the Masonic brethren consisting of a richly embossed salver and dinner service ; and the other , by the public , of a tea and coffee-service , the whole supplied by the eminent firm of Elkington & Co ., at a cost of nearly ^ 100 , almost equally subscribed , the public testimonial fund ( of which R . C . B . Clough ,
Esq ., surveyor , was the worthy Hon . Sec ., ) being a little over the other in amount . The lodge was opened in due form at four o'clock , and a happier and more delighted party never assembled in the good old town under the banner ofthe compass , the square , and the l . vel . There were present : —Bros . John Ormiston , Wigfair , Flintshire , W . M . ; J . Copner Wynne Edwards , I . P . M . ; R . Vaughan
Williams , County Court Judge , P . M . ; John Preece , P . M ., P . P . S . G . W . ; R . Lloyd Williams , S . W . ; Rev . J . H . Roberts , Head Master Denbigh Grammar School , J . W . ; Martin Underwood , J . R . Hughes , W . P . Beech , A . M ., Rev . Henry Parry , J . Parry Jones , Treasurer , R . Harrison , T . Sleight , Francis Wynne , Llewelyn Lodge , Augustus Henry Reid , John Davies , & c . Bro . George
Osborne Morgan , HI . P . for the county of Denbigh , forwarded a kind note regretting not being present , and Bro . R . J . Sisson also sent an expression of his regret for the same , through the Worshipful Master . After the regular business of the lodge had been performed , including the various phases of the beautiful ceremonies of passing and raising in order , four of the junior brethren , the W . M . in
appropriate and eloquent terms- presented the lodge ' s testimonial to Bro . Preece , whom he complimented for having always been very anxious and cordial in affording any assistance he possibly could , not only to himself but to every brother of the lodge . As long as Bro . Preece had been amongst them , he had been always ready to afford them all assistance and instruction , had put them
well forward in their duties , and he , the W . M ., hoped and believed they all felt as much as lie did , how greatly they were indebted to Bro . Preece for the gratifying position in which the lodge now stands . ( Applause . ) Bro . Preece in the course of events , they had all been happy to hear , had met with that promotion which he richly deserved from the directors of the eminent banking
company with which he was connected , and upon which they all congratulated him , although lhey fully estimated the serious loss of the presence of so valuable a brother lo the lodge . ( Hear , hear . ) But having left then , it was thought by the members , it would be becoming on their part to present Bro . Preece with some mark of the respect in which he was held amongst them , and the
regret that they felt upon his leaving the neighbourhood . In accordance with that feeling , the testimonial on his right hand had been provided , and in the name of the Royal Denbigh Lodge he begged Bro . Preece ' s acceptance oi those gifts , possessing in themselves a certan degree of intrinsic value , but still more valuable and honourable as conveying with them the expression of thc kind will and
gratitude entertained towards him by his Masonic brethren . ( Applause . ) Gifts he was well aware , might be in themselves but of small value , and yet be most valuable to the receiver , as showing the direction of the current of good will and approbation . To Bro . Preece thc brethren of the Royal Denbigh Lodge were greatly indebted , —him they recognised as their founder and leader , —as he had
made thc lodge what it was , and they were all very happy that the first expression of the lodge ' s high esteem taking a substantial form should be given to Bro . Preece . He ( the W . M . ) in the observations he had addressed to the lodge and to Bro . Preece , refrained from using terms of fulsome praise , or any expression which might be considered over laudatory , feeling that he best consulted the
wishes of the brethren , and that anything more than thc plain and honest truth would , so far from being grateful to Bro . Preece ' s feelings , be annoying to one of his earnest honourable and disposition ; and , in conclusion , he begged to express a hope that although Bro . Preece had left them , he would occasionally make his appearance amongst them ( applause ) .. He was sure Bro . Preece would always
be present with them in spirit , and he could assure him they would always be glad lo hear of his promotion . Might it not be long again in coming —( applause)—and if it only led him a little nearer to them , instead of further off , they would like it all the better ( applause ) . —Bro . Preece ( who was at first so overpowered that he could not speak ) returned his most grateful thanks in feeling terms .
They had really , undeservedly made him a most handsome present , and which he much appreciated . 1 lc assured all thc brethren that so long as he lived he would always remember and appreciate his connexion with the Royal Denbigh Lodge in the formation of which he had been merely an humble instrument . It was to thc officers of thc lodge and to the members of it that thc credit of its success belonged . He could sec well that lhey had started
upon very good grounds , and by so continuing they could not fail to secure its future prospcrityand welfare ( applause ) . He was quite aware that the few words he had uttered fell very far short of what was due from him , and that there had been many observations made by their worthy and esteemed W . M . to which he ought to respond , but he felt himself under the necessity of requesting that they would allow him to conclude by again thanking them for
the very tangible and munificent tokens of their regard and esteem . The W . M . ' s closing remarks had brought to his mind the fact that when men departed from the place where they had been actively engaged , people seemed to find out their good and bad qualities . Fortunately , he had been most kindly judged , and had to rejoice in the possession of the beautiful service of plate which they had
just presented him . But , apart from that , he assured the brethren how great a pleasure it had been for him to serve them , and how inestimable was his reward in knowing that he had their approval of his conduct , and their good will and best wishes as men and brother Masons , and which by him were most heartily reciprocated ( loud applause ) . —After the labours of the lodge , thc brethren
adjourned to an excellent banquet , provided by Bro . H . C . Murless , Crown Hotel , and spent a most delightful evening . Thc usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given by the W . M ., and enthusiastically responded to . —Bro . Vaughan Williams , P . M ., delivered a most eloquent and appropriate speech illustrating the true and undying principles of our Order , and showing that the mission of
Freemasonry is to make men friends . —Everything passed off most agreeably , several songs , contributed by Bros . M . Underwood and J . Davies , added much to the general enjoyment . —On the following day the public testimonial was presented at a meeting of influential inhabitants , held at the Bull Hotel , the Worshipful the Mayor of Denbigh , Evan Pierce , Esq ., JII . D ., ably discharging thc duties of Chairman on the occasion .
CoxGREsnuRV , SOMERSET . —Lodge of Agriculture , No . I 199 . —The regular meeting of this lodge was held at the Ship and Castle Hotel , on the 14 th ult ., when after thc usual preliminary business , Bro . William Partridge , was duly installed as W . M ., by P . Masters Barnes , 103 ; Bowden , 103 ; Bramble , 103 ; and Stiff , 1199 . Thc W . M . then appointed and invested the following officers ,
Bros . G . I . M . Blackburn , S . W . ; Rev . Wm . Hunt , ( Provincial Grand Chaplain of Somerset ) , J . W . and Chanlain ; Capt . Wm . Lon" -, Treas . and Sec . ; Dr . John Hurd , D . C . ; Thomas Pitt , S . D . ; E . Linton , J . D . ; Loftus H . Ricketts , I . G . ; W . Halliday , Org . ; Chas . Banwcll , Tyler . The lodge having been closed with the usual solemnities , the brethren adjourned from labour to
refreshment , and spent a very harmonious nnd fraternal evening . SCARBOROUGH . —Denison Lodge , No . 1248 . — This young and flourishing lodge held its first anniversary meeting at the Grand Hotel , on Thursday , the Sth ult ., ihe brethren assembled at five o'clock , the business being the installation of Bro . S . IT . Armitage , S . W . and W . M .-
elect , and investment of officers . Tne W . M .., Bvo . J . O . Surtces , P . G . R ., occupied the chair , assisted by his Wardens and other officers . There were also a very goodly number of P . M . 's , brethren , and visitors present to do honourto thchighly-csleemed \ V . M .-elect ( Iiro . Armitage ) , who has for many years worked hard and zealously as a Mason , and wc feel certain , from his love for Masonry
and hishigliMasonicattainments , he will , at thc expiration of his year of oflice , hand over thc gavel in as flourishing a condition as he received it . Bro . Major , W . IT . Smyth , D . P . G . M . Lincoln , performed the duties of Installing Master in a manner highly creditable to himself and with the greatest satisfaction lo all present . The installation being over , thc W . M . invested the following brethren as
his officers for the year : —Bros . J . Grooves , S . W . ; J . Donner , J . W . ; J . Kitchin , Treasurer ; J . E . Green , Sec ; II . W . Garnett , S . D . ; A . Fricour , J . D . ; V . Stewart , I . G . ; J . Verily , 'T yler . Thc next business was thc presentation of a very handsome gold P . M . ' s jewel , and a beautifully illuminated address lo the retiring W . M ., Bro . J . O . Surtces , in recognition of his valuable services
m the formation ofthe lodgcand as Us first W . M ., for which the recipient returned thanks in very suitable terms . Thc lodge was now closed , and the brethren , to thc number of about 40 , retired to thc annual banquet , which was served in most excellent style ; both viands and wine were firstrate , and certainly did credit even to this magnificent hotel and its popular manager , Bro . F . Vicour . The
usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given and most cordially responded to . The loast of the evening , the health ofthe W . M ., was proposed by Bro . W . F . Rooke , P . M ., P . P . J . G . W ., in very high terms , and responded lo by Bro . Armitage in style and language which must have very much pleased every brother present . The health of the sisier lodge ( Old Globe ) , coupling with it the
name of its highly popular and zealous W . M ., Bro . R . H . Peacock , a person both as a citizen and Mason who has justly earned for himself thc respect and esteem of a very large and influential circle of friends ; Bro . Peacock responded in a thoroughly Masonic and very humorous style . Some excellent songs were sung , and a really enjoyable evening was spent .
WARRINGTON * . —Gilbert Greenall Lodge , No . 1250 . —The regular monthly meeting of this lodge was held on Monday , the 14 th ult ., at the Masonic-rooms , at halfpast six . In the absence of ihe W . M ., Bro . John Bowes , P . M ., & c , presided , and was supported by Bros . \ V , Mossop , S . W . ; \ Y . Richardson , as J . W . ; D . W . Finney .
P . M ., lion . Sec . ; and above twenty other brethren . Thc lodge was opened in due form , when ihe minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . One gentleman was initialed , three passed , and one raised . The lodge was duly lowered , and there being no further business it was closed with the usual solemnities .
Po . NTYl'OOl ., MONMOUTHSHIRE . —KennardLodge , No . 125 S . —The usual monthly meeting of this lodge took place at the Clarence Hotel on Monday last , Bro . Oliver , P . M . 471 , and P . G . D . C ., took the chair in the absence of the W . M ., Thecwasagood attendance of members . The minutes having been read and confirmed , Bro . W . Prosser was examined in open lodge as lo the progress he had made as an E . A . Freemason ; and his answers proving satisfactory , that brother retired . The lodge was then
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opened in the second degree , and Bro . Prosser passed to the degree of a F . C . Freemason . The acting W . M . favoured the brethren with a lecture on the tracing-board , which was listened to with much attention . The lodge was then closed down , when Bro . Titus Lewis cordially thanked ( lie brethren for electing him as a subscribing member . The S . W . stated that the Building Committee
were not quite ready with their report , but hoped to be so at the next meeting ; and that Bro . Adams , of Newport , architect , had offered not only to furnish plans , free , but also to give his services in erecting the Masonic Hall gratuitously . A vote of thanks was then proposed to Bro . Oliver , for his kindness in coming up from Newport to preside this evening , and the lodge was closed in harmony .
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INSTRUCTION .
The Burdett Coutts Lodge , No . 1278 . —A new lodge of instruction , named after , and working under , The Burdett Coutts Lodge , No . 1278 , held their first meeting on Thursday , the 24 th February , at the Approach Tavern , Approach Road , Victoria Park , and was numerously attended . The parent lodge was well represented by the following brethren , viz .: Bros . Terry , W . M . and P . G . S . B .
for Herts ; Saunders , S . W . ; Shenton , J . W . ; IT . Lloyd , Sec . ; Tarrant , S . D . ; Lloyd , sen . and jun . ; Hawkes , Cousins , Harris , Balcombe , and Verry . Among the other brethren present wc noticed Bros . Henry Price , P . M . ; Gabb , of the Rosemary Branch Tavern , Hoxton ; Hills , Denny , Dottrixlge , Mountford , Shellard , Glover , Dent , Franks , and Anderson . Bro . Terry worked' the
consecration ceremony in that impressive , perfect , and beautiful manner for which he has gained such reputation , which called forth the praises of all present . He then installed Bro . Hy . Price into the chair of K . S ., and invested the officers as follows : Bros . Saunders , S . W . ; Balcombe , ] . \\ . ; Shenton , T . ; H . Lloyd , Sec . ; Hill , S . D . ; Harris , J . D . ; and Tarrant , J . G . Soma ofthe
sections were then worked by Bro . Terry . A special vote of thanks was unanimously accorded to Bro . Terry , as a slight acknowledgment of his valuable services that evening ; and he was also elected an honorary member , with thc unanimous consent of the brethren . Bro . Glover was elected an honorary member for his kindness in officiating at the harmonium , in which he was assisted by
those able singers , Bros . Mountford and Dottridge . A proposition was then made that all the brethren assembled should become joining members . On being put by the W . M ., it was received with one unanimous and hearty response from all the brethren present . Iiro . Saunders , SAW , ofthe Burden Coutts Lodge , a very energetic and clever Mason , was elected to occupy the chair on the
ensuing Thursday , who appointed his officers in rotation . This promises to be a very successful lodge , judging from the zeal displayed by thc promoters , who are the founders of thc parent lodge , for which the warrant was granted last August and consecrated in September ; and we are assured that all those who require instruction will benefit by joining this lodge , and wc recommend them to do so at once .
Royal Arch.
ROYAL ARCH .
WARRINGTON . —Chapter of Elias Ashmole , No . 148 . — The regular convocation of this chapter was held at the Chapter Rooms , Sankey-street , on Wednesday , February 16 th , at six o ' clock , Comp . John Bowes , ' / .., P . Z ., Prov . G . S . B ., was supported by Comps . Robert Stevenson , IL ; D . W . Finney , J . ; W . Richardson , P . S . ; Mossop , E .,
and about twelve other companions . 1 he chapter was opened by the Principals , when the rest of the companions were admitted . The ballot-box was then sent round for Bros . Dr . Pennington , P . Robinson , P . M ., and Jos . Cassidy , which proved favourable in each case , and the brethren being present lhey were duly exalted by the M . E . / ., together with Bro . Hannah , who had been elected
at thc previous meeting . 1 he Principals and officers for the ensuing year were then elected , and nothing further being proposed for the good of thc chapter it was closed LlVERl'OOl .. —Everton Chapter , No . S 23 . —The regular convocation of this Chapter was held on Tuesday , the 22 nd ult ., at the Masonic Temple , 22 , Hope-street . The Chapter was opened in due form by the M . E . Z . Ashmore ,
I . R . Goepel , II .,. and P . M . L . / . of Loyalty Chapter , S 6 ; and Jas . Hamer , J ., and P . M . E . Z . 220 , & c . The remainder of thc Officers and Companions were then admtled , viz ., Comps . Haynes , P . S . ; Holland , S . E . ; Robinson , N . ; II . J . Lunt , Treas ., also private members Clark , Robinson , & c . The following visitors were present , Joshua IIocken , J . of 220 ; P . M . Larsen , II . of 220 ;
Uias . Hecdham , P . M . L . Z ., 220 ; also Comps . Hill , Williams , Smith , & c . The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and confirmed . The ballot was then taken for Bros . Wm . P . Gunncll , of Gold Coast Lodge , No . 773 , and Bishop Sharpe and Shaw , of 823 , the result being unanimous in their favour . Bro . Gunncll being in attendance was examined , intrusted , and admitted , and
exalted by thc before-mentioned ofiicers , Comps . J . R , Goepc ) , P . M . E . Z ., thc II ., giving Ihe Symbolic , and Jas . Hamer , P . M . E . Z ., & c ., giving the Historic lecture , which were delivered in the most impressive and sublime manner . The rest of thc officers performed tlieir respective parts in an efficient manner , the whole of which aroused the approbation of all ihe members and visitors present . The ceremony of exaltation hcingccmiplclcd , three more brethren
were proposed for the next regular meeting , and after the other preliminary business the Chapter was closed with prayer , fidelity , obedience , and harmony . The Comps . then proceeded to refreshment , and after thc cloth being drawn , the ncvcr-oniilted loyal and Masonic toasts were given , which elicited very many able responses , enlivened by several harmonious and pleasing songs , which brought a very pleasant evening to a close at an early hour ,