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Article ITALIAN MASONRY. Page 1 of 1 Article MASONIC PRESENTATION AT JARROW. Page 1 of 1 Article OPENING OF A MASONIC HALL AT SUDBURY. Page 1 of 1 Article OPENING OF A MASONIC HALL AT SUDBURY. Page 1 of 1 Article CHESHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION. Page 1 of 1 Article FIELD LANE REFUGES AND RAGGED SCHOOLS. Page 1 of 1 Article FIELD LANE REFUGES AND RAGGED SCHOOLS. Page 1 of 1 Article The Craft Abroad. Page 1 of 1
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Italian Masonry.
ITALIAN MASONRY .
A new departure may be said to have been taken in Italy by an attempt , which if successful in i : s aim , cannot fail to be of the very highest importance . Several English residents in Naples a short time ago determined to start a new lodge there , to work and in all respects to be conducted in the spirit and in the letter of English Masonry . With this object they have obtained a warrant from the Supreme
Council of Italy , containing the usual commission to consecrate , and naming Bros . Bbrsari and Panunzi , VV . Masters of two Italian lodges , and Bros . Hall and Ehvorlhy to carry out the duty . The warrant contains a special and hitherto unprecedented authority , for not only is the lodge permitted to work in the English language , but also in accordance with the Constitutions of the Grand Lodge of England .
The ceremony of consecrating' the new lodge , appropriately called " Anclia , " was performed on Wednesday , the 5 th inst ., by Br ' o . ' F . T . Elworthy , P . M . 261 , W . M . icjGfi " , in the presence of a large gathering of ( upwards of 60 ) Past Masters and brethren of Italian lodges , who were attracted by the novelty of the event , and also by their desire to witness the English method of working . In his opening address , the Consecrating Officer dwelt upon the importance
of the attempted reform as regards Masonry in Italy , and on the great responsibility thereby incurred by the founders of this new lodge . Having reminded them of the high and noble principles of Masonry , he very pointedly referred to the devout and religious tone of the Order as practised in England , both in its ritual and in its teaching , while at the same time very strictly prohibiting all controversy upon religion or politics . He went on to express his firm opinion
that the rigid enforcement of this law causes English Masons to remain conscious of their obligations , and in a large measure has led to the great power for good which " is undoubtedly the attribute of English Masonry . He concluded by devoutly hoping the G . A O . T . U . would so prosper this little beginning , that it might quickly bring forth such fruit , that Italians might quickly sec all hostility to their Order cease , and before long reckon among their numbers
not only their King and his son , but like their brethren in England , the clergy of every degree . The installation of Bro . Eustace Neville Rolfe , B . A . ( Isaac Newton Lodge , Cambridge ) , as the first W . M . was also performed by Bro . Elworthy . Bros . Alfred Hall and Dr . Ucfabeck were afterwards duly appointed Senior and Junior Wardens in accordance with the warrant . Nearly all the Italian brethren , though but one or two understood the
language , expressed themselves as much impressed with the solemnity and beauty of the English ceremonies , while several of them went so far as to say they should in future follow the example set them , and endeavour to improve their own working . A banquet was subsequently held at which the newlyinstalled W . M ., Bro . Rolfe , presided . The usual loyal and patriotic toasts were given in English fashion , greatly to the
entertainment of the Italian visitors . I he banquet on the whole assumed quite an international character ; many excellent speeches being made in both English and Italian " . Bro , Boisari gave a most able resume of the history of Italian Masonry for the last 150 years , which really amounted to a vindication of the present hostility between the Order
and the Roman Church ; while Bro . Panunzi gave expression to the cordial feelings of brotherhood which Italians entertain for the English , expressing on behalf of his own lodge and Italian Masons generally their entire sympathy with the well understood object of the new " Anglia Lodge , There is every prospect of a bright future before it , and we heartily wish the young lodge every possible success .
Masonic Presentation At Jarrow.
MASONIC PRESENTATION AT JARROW .
On the 20 th ult ., at a regular meeting of St . Bede ' s Lodge , No . 1119 , held in the Masonic Hall , Jarrow , Bro . A . McDougall was presented with a suit of Provincial Grand clothing . The W . M ., Bro . John Armstrong , made the presentation , supported b y Bro . James Sedcole , I . P . M . The air-tight case accompanying the clothing bears a silver
plate , inscribed as follows : — Presented to Bro . A . McDougall , W . M ., D . C , on his being appointed P . G . Std . B ., by the officers and brethren of St . Bede ' s Lodge , No . 1119 . 1 SS 6 . " The handsome present was given as a mark of esteem ,
and in recognition of Bro . McDougall s long and valuable services to the lodge , and as monitor of the lodge of instruction . There was a large attendance of the brethren . Among those present were Bros . James McCulloch , P . P . G . J . W . ; George Hardy , P . P . G . A . D . C ; J . J . Athey , P . M ., P . G .
A . D . C ; J . A . Hall , P . G . S . ; J . J . Wilson , P . G . S . ; Wheatley , W . M . 1 C 43 ; P . W . Thomson , Gladstone , Tyne Lodge , Willington Ouay , and others .
Opening Of A Masonic Hall At Sudbury.
OPENING OF A MASONIC HALL AT SUDBURY .
The new Masonic Hall which has been erected at Sudbury for the accommodation of the brethren of the Stour Valley Lodge , No . 1224 , was opened on Friday afternoon , the 28 th ult . The building is situate in North-street , and is admirably adapted for the purpose for which it has been
erected , the lodge room is 41 ft . long , by 21 ft . wide , and is tastefully decorated . A dado of pitch pine is carried round the room , and the walls above this arc coloured French grey , picked out in blue and gold . At the west end is an organ gallery , in which is placed an excellent instrument , presented to the lodge b y Bro . Dr . Mason . The room is splendidly furnished , and the Stour Valley may
take rank as one of the best appointed lodges in the province . The new hall has been erected by Bro . F . VV . Jennings . A lodge of emergency was summoned for the opening ceremony , and there was a very large attendance of Past Masters , members , and visitors . Amongst the brethren present were Bros , the Rev . C . J . Martyn , D . P . G . M . ; Tracy , P . G . Sec ; D . Alston , W . M . ; and the following
Past Masters : Bros . Thos . Holland , F . VV . Jennings , Joseph G . Hills , Chas . Emmcrson , C . VV . Grimwood , Thos . B . Ardley , H . Welbam , Fred . Wheeler , Sec , VV . H . Smith , P . G . S . B ., and G . H . Grimwood . The following officers and brethren were also present Bros . Henry C . Pratt , S . W . ; VV . I . Mason , J . W . ; Rev . J . F . Wilkinson , Chaplain ; C . Joslin , J . D . J . W . Reid , D . C ; B . H . Hurst , Organist ; Charles W . Lord ,
Opening Of A Masonic Hall At Sudbury.
I . G . ; Jos . George Steward , Wm . Bailey , VV . G . Walford , C . J . N . Row , J . Yelloly , G . A . Wells , J . G . Steed , F . J . Grimwood , George Murrells , Stephen Carlton , R . S . Joy , C . E . Mauldon , N . Aprile , VV . L . Lewis , G . Whittle , C . H . Sewell , Charles F . Lilley , W . G . Kilpaclt , and A . Grimwood . The visitors included Bros . Edwin H . Inman , P . M . 1312 ; Charles Cooke , P . M . 1 S 23 , P . P . G . J . D . ; Thomas Stokoe , W . M . 1 S 23 ; George Thompson , P . M .
100 S ; J . S . Chambers , P . M . 1114 , P . P . G . S . W . Norfolk ; J . E . Barnes , P . M . 1 S 23 ; Chailes Henry Vincent , P . M . 1 S 23 , P . G . R . ; B . L . Tandy , P . M . 1 S 20 , P . G . S . W . Etsex ; George Wiight , P . M . 452 and 199 6 ; William Roebuck , P . M . 29 , 463 , and 1996 , G . S . B . England , P . P . G . S . VV . Middx . ; Fred . C . Atkinson , J . D .-37 < 5 ; A . Taylor , J . D . 332 ; J . S . Stuart , 1409 ( West Africa ); C . S . Mclntyre , 1559 ; J . S . BoucherP . M . 606 ; Frank
, Healey , 943 ; H . R . Taylor , S . D . 332 ; E . C . Smallman , J . W . 332 ; R . Aldous , 332 ; B . San ' dford , United Service , Hong Kong ; Maurice F . Joy , 650 ; Banington B . Syer , P . M . 1 S 23 ; A . Dupont , D . C . 1497 ; and others . Mr . VV . Cuthbert Quilter , M . P ., Hintlesham ; Mr . John Move , Boxford ; Mr . I'hos . Bites , Sudbuiy ; Mr . Edward Young , Sudbury ; and Mr . Ephra'im Andrews , Sudbury , were admitted to the mvstcries and privileges of
Freemasonry , and Bro . John Sidney Stuart , of the Cosmopolitan Lodge , Kimberley , West Africa , was admitted as a joining member . The initiations were performed by Bros . D . Alston , W . M . ; F . W . Jennings , P . M . ; and T . Ardley , P . M . ; the charge being given to the candidate jointly by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master . The DEPUTY PROV . GRAND MASTER said as the oldest Past Master , and holding the office he did in the province ,
he congratulated the brethren of the Stour Valley Lodge most heartily upon the completion of that beautiful room . ( Applause . ) He was quite sure all the members of the lodge would feel proud and delighted that they had found at last , thanks to the energy of one of the brethren , Bro . Jennings , P . M ., so fitting a temple for the observance of Masonic ceremonies . ( Applause . ) He was sure the brethren who had so kindly come to visit them shared in their
joy and satisfaction , and he hoped it would please the Great Architect of the Universe to grant that whenever they met together in those walls they might always work with the love and harmony which at all times characterised Freemasonry . He also expressed his hearty thanks to every member of the lodge , and to other brethren who had been good enough to contribute something towards the adornment of the lodge room . He could not mention
them all individually , but there was one name they ought not to pass by , namely , the Junior Warden , Bro . Dr . Mason , who had given them the splendid organ to which they had listened with so much pleasure that evening . ( Applause . ) In the name of all the brethren present , and on behalf of the Province of Suffolk , he wished the VV . M . a happy and successful year of office , and continued prosperity and blessing to the Stour Valley Lodge . (
Applause . ) Bro . HOLLAND , P . M ., speaking as the founder of the lodge , expressed his great satisfaction at the position which Masonry occupied in Sudbury at the present time , and said he rejoiced to see in that room the outcome of his humble efforts 17 or 18 years ago . ( Laughter . ) He scarcely dared to hope that he should live to see such a display of Masonic energy in Sudbury . ( Applause . ) Of course a great deal
of the success of the Stour Valley Lodge was due to the support it had received from the Deputy Prov . Grand Master , who was supported by a very able and energetic Mason in the person of Bro . Jennings . ( Applause . ) The WORSHIPFUL MASTER endorsed every word which had fallen from the Deputy Provincial Grand Master with regard to the indebtedness of the lodge to the various
brethren he referred to . Bro . STOKOE presented a new Charity box to the lodge , which was accepted by the WORSHIPFUL MASTER with thanks . After other congratulatory speeches , the lodge was closed in ancient form , and the brethren adjourned to the Rose and Crown Hotel , where the banquet was served .
Cheshire Masonic Educational Institution.
CHESHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION .
Notwithstanding the large amounts contributed by the Masonic Province of Cheshire to the three Masonic Charitable Institutions in London , the province finds means to extend the blessings of Masonry specifically to members
within its own more confined borders . The 23 rd report of the Cheshire Masonic Educational Institution has recently been presented , and it relates that during the past year 27 children had been educated ata cost to the Institution of £ 197 lis . 6 d ., and though two children now go off the list there are yet eleven candidates for election . The funds now invested amount to £ 499 6 lis . 1 id ., and
the income derived from them £ 225 16 s . 2 d . This income , however , is less by £ 5 12 s . 6 d . than the actual expenditure for education and incidental charges . The brethren of the Ellesmere Lodge , Runcorn , raised £ 31 is . in aid of the funds , and the brethren in the district of Hyde contributed £ 10 10 s . as the proceeds of a concert . All the lodges and chapters in the province are contributors to the Institution , the expenses of which were as low as £ 33 17 s . 2 d . for 18 S 5 .
Field Lane Refuges And Ragged Schools.
FIELD LANE REFUGES AND RAGGED SCHOOLS .
The forty-fourth annual meeting of this Institution was held on Tuesday evening , at the Holborn Town Hall , Alderman Sir R . VV . Fowler , Bart ., M . P ., in the chair , supported by the Right Rev . Lord Bishop of Gloucester and Bristol ; the Hon . Thomas Pelham , M . A . ; Revs . I .
H . Moran , M . A . ; H . VV . Dearden , M . A . ; Burmm Cassin , M . A . ; and J . Kinnings ; T . C . Chadwick , Esq ., VV . Pavne , Esq ., B . W . Chandler , Esq ., T . Wall , Esq ., R . H . Moore , Esq ., T . W . Gittens , W . Nash , Esq ., VV . A . Haslam , Esq ., J . Kirk , Esq ., Secretary , R . S . U . ; and many others .
An abstract of the report was read by Mr . PERKGUINE PLATT , the Secretary , which , after referring to the great loss the Institution had sustained by the death of Lord Shaftesbury , went on to state that the Committee had obtained the consent of the Earl of Aberdeen to become his successor in the Presidency of the Institution . In presenting
Field Lane Refuges And Ragged Schools.
another year ' s report , the Committee recorded that the work had been steadily carried on upon precisely the same lines as in former years , and they pleaded for public sympathy and support , as the efforts put forth were as much needed as never . The Industrial Schools had maintained 105 boys and So girls during the year . The Servants ' Training Home had admitted and trained twenty girls for service during the year . Sixty-eight poor women had been
assisted under circumstances of the most painful distress . Broken food had been given away daily to upwards of 150 poor people , many of whom state that these gifts of food have saved them from absolute starvation . Soup had been distributed twice a week during the severe weather to some 190 persons . The Refuges had sheltered some Coo respectable men and women , 264 of whom had been helped to situations ; 17 , 574 nights'lodging had been given during the year .
I he report concluded with a very earnest appeal for an increase of contributions , the undertaking , which is a large and important one , being cramped through the shortness of funds . The balance sheet was presented on behalf of the Treasurer , Wilfrid A . Bevan , Esq ., who was unable to be present through illness , by Mr . B . VV . CHANDLER .
The receipts for the year amounted to £ . 7053 the expenditure ( which included repayment of £ 400 off a mortgage , leaving £ 600 still owing ) £ Soi 4 . The difference between expenditure and receipts was made up from the balance of £ 435 with which the year was commenced . The year closed with a balance in hand of £ 279 .
The Craft Abroad.
The Craft Abroad .
"MASONIC RECORD OF WESTERN INDIA . " Colonel G . B . VVolseley , C . B ., held a Provincial Grand Mark Lodge at Meerut on 27 th February . A convocation of the Duke of Connaught and Strathearn Rose Croix Chapter was held on Monday , Maich 1 st , under the same auspices . The Priory of the same name assembled on 27 th March Freemasonry is prospering in India , and what may bo
viewed as the most pleasing feature of all , is that enlightened fraternity of feeling which is gaining ground in the lodges , cementing them together in a union which is ever increasing in intensity . District Grand Lodge of Bengal met in Calcutta December 2 Sth , 18 S 5 . Twelve lodges were represented . Much regret was expressed at the unavoidable absence of the R . W . Bro . Rrinsep , Dist . G . M . Bro . James Mumford was
re-elected Dist . G . Treas ., and Bro . H . M . Rustomjee was reappointed Dist . G . Sec . Much business was satisfactorily transacted , and the brethren dismissed with the " usual " exhortation— " Finally , brethren , farewell . Be perfect , be of good comfort , be of one mind , live in peace , and the God of Love and Peace shall be with you . " The Freemasons of Bombay held their " Jamshedi Naoroze Festival " at Byculla , on 20 th March . Upwards
of a hundred distinguished Parsee , Hindoo , Mahomedan and European brethren were present , including Bro . Capt . H . Morland , Grand Master of all Scottish Freemasonry in India . Hymns were sung in the Mahrati and Hindustani languages . Bro . Darasha R . Chichgar , Hon . Sec . Freemasons' Joint Hall Committee , who was presented with a rich electro-plated tea and coffee set , a gold watch and chain , and cutlery , glass , and china ware , for his valuable
services rendered to the Craft , first "saw the light" about 20 years ago in the first native lodge In Bombay ( "The Rising Star" ) . Lectures , songs , instrumental solos , speeches , and a sumptuous banquet were included in the eventful proceedings . Bro . Chichgar has received permission from the Grand Lodge of Scotland to place around the " Founder's jewel " of his lodge a wreath composed of roses and thistles , emblematic of England and Scotland
respectively , to denote the interest he has taken in both Constitutions . District Grand Lodge of Bombay met in Freemasons ' Hall , Byculla , on December 14 th , 1 SS 5 , the R . W . Bro . E . T . Leith , D . G . M ., occupying the chair . All went off well . Reports were most favourable as to the condition of the Craft , the lodges being in a flourishing condition , and the D strict Grand Master was most warmly received . Bro . H . R . King was appointed D . Dist . G . M . and Bro .
P . R . Wilson was elected Dist . G . Treasurer . The sum of 100 Rs . was voted to the Chichgar Testimonial prior to that Brother ' s sojourn in England . The reports were numerous and well received , exhibiting great efficiency throughout the District . The Grand Lodge of Scottish Freemasonry for India was held at Byculla on January 23 rd , iSSG , M . W . Bro . Captain Morland in the chair as G . M . A tine gathering of the Craftsmen took place , under the genial rule of their distinguished Chief .
CONSECRATION OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS CHAPTER , No . 1590 , SOUTH AFRICA . A large number of the Masonic Fraternity visited Uitenhage , a rising town situated about iS miles from Port Elizabeth , in March last , to take part in the establishment of a Royal Arch Chapter in connection with the Southern Cross Lodge . Comp . J . Kemsley , P . Z ., conducted the proceedings , and was assisted by Comp . J . VV . C . Alackav .
P . Z . The following officers were dul y installed and invested : Comps . S . R . White , Z . ; R . I \ Middleton , II H . H . Lowrie , J . ; A . T , Evans , S . E . ; J . W . Martin , S . N . ; J . F . Pearson , P . S . ; F . E . Constance and C A . Carter , Asst . Sojs . ; and G . Brown , acting Janitor . At the close of the ceremony several candidates wtrj duly proposed , and there is every prospect tint the chapter will
have a prosperous career . With the hospitality and courtesy that invariably mark the conduct of the Fraternity at Uitenhage the visitors were very kindly received and entertained with light refreshments . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given , and the inauguration of the new chapter was dwelt upon in congratulatory terms by several of the speakers .
Bro . Lord and Lady George Hamilton and Bro . and Mrs . Akers-Douglas were at the dinner party given b y the Marquis and Marchioness of Salisbury at their residence in Arlington-street on Friday , the 2 Sth ult . The Prince of Wales has taken Pembroke Lodge , at Sunningdale , in addition to Harwood Lodge , for the Ascot race week , while Bro . the Earl of Dunraven and Lord Suffield are among those who wid take up their quarters in the neighbourhood during the races .
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Italian Masonry.
ITALIAN MASONRY .
A new departure may be said to have been taken in Italy by an attempt , which if successful in i : s aim , cannot fail to be of the very highest importance . Several English residents in Naples a short time ago determined to start a new lodge there , to work and in all respects to be conducted in the spirit and in the letter of English Masonry . With this object they have obtained a warrant from the Supreme
Council of Italy , containing the usual commission to consecrate , and naming Bros . Bbrsari and Panunzi , VV . Masters of two Italian lodges , and Bros . Hall and Ehvorlhy to carry out the duty . The warrant contains a special and hitherto unprecedented authority , for not only is the lodge permitted to work in the English language , but also in accordance with the Constitutions of the Grand Lodge of England .
The ceremony of consecrating' the new lodge , appropriately called " Anclia , " was performed on Wednesday , the 5 th inst ., by Br ' o . ' F . T . Elworthy , P . M . 261 , W . M . icjGfi " , in the presence of a large gathering of ( upwards of 60 ) Past Masters and brethren of Italian lodges , who were attracted by the novelty of the event , and also by their desire to witness the English method of working . In his opening address , the Consecrating Officer dwelt upon the importance
of the attempted reform as regards Masonry in Italy , and on the great responsibility thereby incurred by the founders of this new lodge . Having reminded them of the high and noble principles of Masonry , he very pointedly referred to the devout and religious tone of the Order as practised in England , both in its ritual and in its teaching , while at the same time very strictly prohibiting all controversy upon religion or politics . He went on to express his firm opinion
that the rigid enforcement of this law causes English Masons to remain conscious of their obligations , and in a large measure has led to the great power for good which " is undoubtedly the attribute of English Masonry . He concluded by devoutly hoping the G . A O . T . U . would so prosper this little beginning , that it might quickly bring forth such fruit , that Italians might quickly sec all hostility to their Order cease , and before long reckon among their numbers
not only their King and his son , but like their brethren in England , the clergy of every degree . The installation of Bro . Eustace Neville Rolfe , B . A . ( Isaac Newton Lodge , Cambridge ) , as the first W . M . was also performed by Bro . Elworthy . Bros . Alfred Hall and Dr . Ucfabeck were afterwards duly appointed Senior and Junior Wardens in accordance with the warrant . Nearly all the Italian brethren , though but one or two understood the
language , expressed themselves as much impressed with the solemnity and beauty of the English ceremonies , while several of them went so far as to say they should in future follow the example set them , and endeavour to improve their own working . A banquet was subsequently held at which the newlyinstalled W . M ., Bro . Rolfe , presided . The usual loyal and patriotic toasts were given in English fashion , greatly to the
entertainment of the Italian visitors . I he banquet on the whole assumed quite an international character ; many excellent speeches being made in both English and Italian " . Bro , Boisari gave a most able resume of the history of Italian Masonry for the last 150 years , which really amounted to a vindication of the present hostility between the Order
and the Roman Church ; while Bro . Panunzi gave expression to the cordial feelings of brotherhood which Italians entertain for the English , expressing on behalf of his own lodge and Italian Masons generally their entire sympathy with the well understood object of the new " Anglia Lodge , There is every prospect of a bright future before it , and we heartily wish the young lodge every possible success .
Masonic Presentation At Jarrow.
MASONIC PRESENTATION AT JARROW .
On the 20 th ult ., at a regular meeting of St . Bede ' s Lodge , No . 1119 , held in the Masonic Hall , Jarrow , Bro . A . McDougall was presented with a suit of Provincial Grand clothing . The W . M ., Bro . John Armstrong , made the presentation , supported b y Bro . James Sedcole , I . P . M . The air-tight case accompanying the clothing bears a silver
plate , inscribed as follows : — Presented to Bro . A . McDougall , W . M ., D . C , on his being appointed P . G . Std . B ., by the officers and brethren of St . Bede ' s Lodge , No . 1119 . 1 SS 6 . " The handsome present was given as a mark of esteem ,
and in recognition of Bro . McDougall s long and valuable services to the lodge , and as monitor of the lodge of instruction . There was a large attendance of the brethren . Among those present were Bros . James McCulloch , P . P . G . J . W . ; George Hardy , P . P . G . A . D . C ; J . J . Athey , P . M ., P . G .
A . D . C ; J . A . Hall , P . G . S . ; J . J . Wilson , P . G . S . ; Wheatley , W . M . 1 C 43 ; P . W . Thomson , Gladstone , Tyne Lodge , Willington Ouay , and others .
Opening Of A Masonic Hall At Sudbury.
OPENING OF A MASONIC HALL AT SUDBURY .
The new Masonic Hall which has been erected at Sudbury for the accommodation of the brethren of the Stour Valley Lodge , No . 1224 , was opened on Friday afternoon , the 28 th ult . The building is situate in North-street , and is admirably adapted for the purpose for which it has been
erected , the lodge room is 41 ft . long , by 21 ft . wide , and is tastefully decorated . A dado of pitch pine is carried round the room , and the walls above this arc coloured French grey , picked out in blue and gold . At the west end is an organ gallery , in which is placed an excellent instrument , presented to the lodge b y Bro . Dr . Mason . The room is splendidly furnished , and the Stour Valley may
take rank as one of the best appointed lodges in the province . The new hall has been erected by Bro . F . VV . Jennings . A lodge of emergency was summoned for the opening ceremony , and there was a very large attendance of Past Masters , members , and visitors . Amongst the brethren present were Bros , the Rev . C . J . Martyn , D . P . G . M . ; Tracy , P . G . Sec ; D . Alston , W . M . ; and the following
Past Masters : Bros . Thos . Holland , F . VV . Jennings , Joseph G . Hills , Chas . Emmcrson , C . VV . Grimwood , Thos . B . Ardley , H . Welbam , Fred . Wheeler , Sec , VV . H . Smith , P . G . S . B ., and G . H . Grimwood . The following officers and brethren were also present Bros . Henry C . Pratt , S . W . ; VV . I . Mason , J . W . ; Rev . J . F . Wilkinson , Chaplain ; C . Joslin , J . D . J . W . Reid , D . C ; B . H . Hurst , Organist ; Charles W . Lord ,
Opening Of A Masonic Hall At Sudbury.
I . G . ; Jos . George Steward , Wm . Bailey , VV . G . Walford , C . J . N . Row , J . Yelloly , G . A . Wells , J . G . Steed , F . J . Grimwood , George Murrells , Stephen Carlton , R . S . Joy , C . E . Mauldon , N . Aprile , VV . L . Lewis , G . Whittle , C . H . Sewell , Charles F . Lilley , W . G . Kilpaclt , and A . Grimwood . The visitors included Bros . Edwin H . Inman , P . M . 1312 ; Charles Cooke , P . M . 1 S 23 , P . P . G . J . D . ; Thomas Stokoe , W . M . 1 S 23 ; George Thompson , P . M .
100 S ; J . S . Chambers , P . M . 1114 , P . P . G . S . W . Norfolk ; J . E . Barnes , P . M . 1 S 23 ; Chailes Henry Vincent , P . M . 1 S 23 , P . G . R . ; B . L . Tandy , P . M . 1 S 20 , P . G . S . W . Etsex ; George Wiight , P . M . 452 and 199 6 ; William Roebuck , P . M . 29 , 463 , and 1996 , G . S . B . England , P . P . G . S . VV . Middx . ; Fred . C . Atkinson , J . D .-37 < 5 ; A . Taylor , J . D . 332 ; J . S . Stuart , 1409 ( West Africa ); C . S . Mclntyre , 1559 ; J . S . BoucherP . M . 606 ; Frank
, Healey , 943 ; H . R . Taylor , S . D . 332 ; E . C . Smallman , J . W . 332 ; R . Aldous , 332 ; B . San ' dford , United Service , Hong Kong ; Maurice F . Joy , 650 ; Banington B . Syer , P . M . 1 S 23 ; A . Dupont , D . C . 1497 ; and others . Mr . VV . Cuthbert Quilter , M . P ., Hintlesham ; Mr . John Move , Boxford ; Mr . I'hos . Bites , Sudbuiy ; Mr . Edward Young , Sudbury ; and Mr . Ephra'im Andrews , Sudbury , were admitted to the mvstcries and privileges of
Freemasonry , and Bro . John Sidney Stuart , of the Cosmopolitan Lodge , Kimberley , West Africa , was admitted as a joining member . The initiations were performed by Bros . D . Alston , W . M . ; F . W . Jennings , P . M . ; and T . Ardley , P . M . ; the charge being given to the candidate jointly by the Deputy Provincial Grand Master . The DEPUTY PROV . GRAND MASTER said as the oldest Past Master , and holding the office he did in the province ,
he congratulated the brethren of the Stour Valley Lodge most heartily upon the completion of that beautiful room . ( Applause . ) He was quite sure all the members of the lodge would feel proud and delighted that they had found at last , thanks to the energy of one of the brethren , Bro . Jennings , P . M ., so fitting a temple for the observance of Masonic ceremonies . ( Applause . ) He was sure the brethren who had so kindly come to visit them shared in their
joy and satisfaction , and he hoped it would please the Great Architect of the Universe to grant that whenever they met together in those walls they might always work with the love and harmony which at all times characterised Freemasonry . He also expressed his hearty thanks to every member of the lodge , and to other brethren who had been good enough to contribute something towards the adornment of the lodge room . He could not mention
them all individually , but there was one name they ought not to pass by , namely , the Junior Warden , Bro . Dr . Mason , who had given them the splendid organ to which they had listened with so much pleasure that evening . ( Applause . ) In the name of all the brethren present , and on behalf of the Province of Suffolk , he wished the VV . M . a happy and successful year of office , and continued prosperity and blessing to the Stour Valley Lodge . (
Applause . ) Bro . HOLLAND , P . M ., speaking as the founder of the lodge , expressed his great satisfaction at the position which Masonry occupied in Sudbury at the present time , and said he rejoiced to see in that room the outcome of his humble efforts 17 or 18 years ago . ( Laughter . ) He scarcely dared to hope that he should live to see such a display of Masonic energy in Sudbury . ( Applause . ) Of course a great deal
of the success of the Stour Valley Lodge was due to the support it had received from the Deputy Prov . Grand Master , who was supported by a very able and energetic Mason in the person of Bro . Jennings . ( Applause . ) The WORSHIPFUL MASTER endorsed every word which had fallen from the Deputy Provincial Grand Master with regard to the indebtedness of the lodge to the various
brethren he referred to . Bro . STOKOE presented a new Charity box to the lodge , which was accepted by the WORSHIPFUL MASTER with thanks . After other congratulatory speeches , the lodge was closed in ancient form , and the brethren adjourned to the Rose and Crown Hotel , where the banquet was served .
Cheshire Masonic Educational Institution.
CHESHIRE MASONIC EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION .
Notwithstanding the large amounts contributed by the Masonic Province of Cheshire to the three Masonic Charitable Institutions in London , the province finds means to extend the blessings of Masonry specifically to members
within its own more confined borders . The 23 rd report of the Cheshire Masonic Educational Institution has recently been presented , and it relates that during the past year 27 children had been educated ata cost to the Institution of £ 197 lis . 6 d ., and though two children now go off the list there are yet eleven candidates for election . The funds now invested amount to £ 499 6 lis . 1 id ., and
the income derived from them £ 225 16 s . 2 d . This income , however , is less by £ 5 12 s . 6 d . than the actual expenditure for education and incidental charges . The brethren of the Ellesmere Lodge , Runcorn , raised £ 31 is . in aid of the funds , and the brethren in the district of Hyde contributed £ 10 10 s . as the proceeds of a concert . All the lodges and chapters in the province are contributors to the Institution , the expenses of which were as low as £ 33 17 s . 2 d . for 18 S 5 .
Field Lane Refuges And Ragged Schools.
FIELD LANE REFUGES AND RAGGED SCHOOLS .
The forty-fourth annual meeting of this Institution was held on Tuesday evening , at the Holborn Town Hall , Alderman Sir R . VV . Fowler , Bart ., M . P ., in the chair , supported by the Right Rev . Lord Bishop of Gloucester and Bristol ; the Hon . Thomas Pelham , M . A . ; Revs . I .
H . Moran , M . A . ; H . VV . Dearden , M . A . ; Burmm Cassin , M . A . ; and J . Kinnings ; T . C . Chadwick , Esq ., VV . Pavne , Esq ., B . W . Chandler , Esq ., T . Wall , Esq ., R . H . Moore , Esq ., T . W . Gittens , W . Nash , Esq ., VV . A . Haslam , Esq ., J . Kirk , Esq ., Secretary , R . S . U . ; and many others .
An abstract of the report was read by Mr . PERKGUINE PLATT , the Secretary , which , after referring to the great loss the Institution had sustained by the death of Lord Shaftesbury , went on to state that the Committee had obtained the consent of the Earl of Aberdeen to become his successor in the Presidency of the Institution . In presenting
Field Lane Refuges And Ragged Schools.
another year ' s report , the Committee recorded that the work had been steadily carried on upon precisely the same lines as in former years , and they pleaded for public sympathy and support , as the efforts put forth were as much needed as never . The Industrial Schools had maintained 105 boys and So girls during the year . The Servants ' Training Home had admitted and trained twenty girls for service during the year . Sixty-eight poor women had been
assisted under circumstances of the most painful distress . Broken food had been given away daily to upwards of 150 poor people , many of whom state that these gifts of food have saved them from absolute starvation . Soup had been distributed twice a week during the severe weather to some 190 persons . The Refuges had sheltered some Coo respectable men and women , 264 of whom had been helped to situations ; 17 , 574 nights'lodging had been given during the year .
I he report concluded with a very earnest appeal for an increase of contributions , the undertaking , which is a large and important one , being cramped through the shortness of funds . The balance sheet was presented on behalf of the Treasurer , Wilfrid A . Bevan , Esq ., who was unable to be present through illness , by Mr . B . VV . CHANDLER .
The receipts for the year amounted to £ . 7053 the expenditure ( which included repayment of £ 400 off a mortgage , leaving £ 600 still owing ) £ Soi 4 . The difference between expenditure and receipts was made up from the balance of £ 435 with which the year was commenced . The year closed with a balance in hand of £ 279 .
The Craft Abroad.
The Craft Abroad .
"MASONIC RECORD OF WESTERN INDIA . " Colonel G . B . VVolseley , C . B ., held a Provincial Grand Mark Lodge at Meerut on 27 th February . A convocation of the Duke of Connaught and Strathearn Rose Croix Chapter was held on Monday , Maich 1 st , under the same auspices . The Priory of the same name assembled on 27 th March Freemasonry is prospering in India , and what may bo
viewed as the most pleasing feature of all , is that enlightened fraternity of feeling which is gaining ground in the lodges , cementing them together in a union which is ever increasing in intensity . District Grand Lodge of Bengal met in Calcutta December 2 Sth , 18 S 5 . Twelve lodges were represented . Much regret was expressed at the unavoidable absence of the R . W . Bro . Rrinsep , Dist . G . M . Bro . James Mumford was
re-elected Dist . G . Treas ., and Bro . H . M . Rustomjee was reappointed Dist . G . Sec . Much business was satisfactorily transacted , and the brethren dismissed with the " usual " exhortation— " Finally , brethren , farewell . Be perfect , be of good comfort , be of one mind , live in peace , and the God of Love and Peace shall be with you . " The Freemasons of Bombay held their " Jamshedi Naoroze Festival " at Byculla , on 20 th March . Upwards
of a hundred distinguished Parsee , Hindoo , Mahomedan and European brethren were present , including Bro . Capt . H . Morland , Grand Master of all Scottish Freemasonry in India . Hymns were sung in the Mahrati and Hindustani languages . Bro . Darasha R . Chichgar , Hon . Sec . Freemasons' Joint Hall Committee , who was presented with a rich electro-plated tea and coffee set , a gold watch and chain , and cutlery , glass , and china ware , for his valuable
services rendered to the Craft , first "saw the light" about 20 years ago in the first native lodge In Bombay ( "The Rising Star" ) . Lectures , songs , instrumental solos , speeches , and a sumptuous banquet were included in the eventful proceedings . Bro . Chichgar has received permission from the Grand Lodge of Scotland to place around the " Founder's jewel " of his lodge a wreath composed of roses and thistles , emblematic of England and Scotland
respectively , to denote the interest he has taken in both Constitutions . District Grand Lodge of Bombay met in Freemasons ' Hall , Byculla , on December 14 th , 1 SS 5 , the R . W . Bro . E . T . Leith , D . G . M ., occupying the chair . All went off well . Reports were most favourable as to the condition of the Craft , the lodges being in a flourishing condition , and the D strict Grand Master was most warmly received . Bro . H . R . King was appointed D . Dist . G . M . and Bro .
P . R . Wilson was elected Dist . G . Treasurer . The sum of 100 Rs . was voted to the Chichgar Testimonial prior to that Brother ' s sojourn in England . The reports were numerous and well received , exhibiting great efficiency throughout the District . The Grand Lodge of Scottish Freemasonry for India was held at Byculla on January 23 rd , iSSG , M . W . Bro . Captain Morland in the chair as G . M . A tine gathering of the Craftsmen took place , under the genial rule of their distinguished Chief .
CONSECRATION OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS CHAPTER , No . 1590 , SOUTH AFRICA . A large number of the Masonic Fraternity visited Uitenhage , a rising town situated about iS miles from Port Elizabeth , in March last , to take part in the establishment of a Royal Arch Chapter in connection with the Southern Cross Lodge . Comp . J . Kemsley , P . Z ., conducted the proceedings , and was assisted by Comp . J . VV . C . Alackav .
P . Z . The following officers were dul y installed and invested : Comps . S . R . White , Z . ; R . I \ Middleton , II H . H . Lowrie , J . ; A . T , Evans , S . E . ; J . W . Martin , S . N . ; J . F . Pearson , P . S . ; F . E . Constance and C A . Carter , Asst . Sojs . ; and G . Brown , acting Janitor . At the close of the ceremony several candidates wtrj duly proposed , and there is every prospect tint the chapter will
have a prosperous career . With the hospitality and courtesy that invariably mark the conduct of the Fraternity at Uitenhage the visitors were very kindly received and entertained with light refreshments . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were given , and the inauguration of the new chapter was dwelt upon in congratulatory terms by several of the speakers .
Bro . Lord and Lady George Hamilton and Bro . and Mrs . Akers-Douglas were at the dinner party given b y the Marquis and Marchioness of Salisbury at their residence in Arlington-street on Friday , the 2 Sth ult . The Prince of Wales has taken Pembroke Lodge , at Sunningdale , in addition to Harwood Lodge , for the Ascot race week , while Bro . the Earl of Dunraven and Lord Suffield are among those who wid take up their quarters in the neighbourhood during the races .