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Consecration Of The Universities' Lodge, No. 2352, Durham.
The following oration was g iven by Bro . the Rev . H . J ENNINGS , P . G . Chaplain : M ay I ask for that indulgence which is usually claimed by , and usually granted to , those who make a speech or oration for the first time under altogether altered circumstances . In the presence of so many distinguished Masons it would be altogether a work of supererogation on my part to enter minutely into the mysteries or principles of Freemasonry . I am in the presence of those who could instruct me and put before me a
standard of life to which I have never reached ,- but to which by perseverance I hope to attain . Although I shall not expatiate at any length on our prinriples , _ seeing that you are already familiar with them , yet I must say that those principles are but the embodiment of those principles which have guided the world through the greater gart of its history which were promulgated on the Mount of God , even on inai ; and which , rightly regarded and observed , are the very salt of the earth . Divine laws lose nothing of their force or power for good by frequent
repetition . I may , therefore , remind you that our principles are : —i , to obey the Great Architect of the Universe ; 2 , to love , to care for , and watch over the interests of our brethren ; 3 , to use those talents which God has entrusted to us . At the very beginning of the world ' s history the question was asked , "Am I my brother's keeper ?" To this Masonry replies yes , and so re-echoes the voice of God ; and this answer is given , not by those who are murderers , but by those who have cared for the fatherless , the widow and the orphan—not by those who merely feel sympathy , but by those who
have show sympathy in a practical form by giving substantial help to the needy , by training and clothing the young , and by giving hope and encouragement to those who form the more needy class amongst us . I know that certain subjects may not be touched upon in our lodges , but perhaps the words I may now speak , coming from one in the position of a Christian minister , may have the greater weight ; and 1 do say , and say most emphatically , that outside the volume of the Sacred Law , you do not find any principles so calculated to ennoble life , to ennoble conduct , to ennoble man , as are to be found in
those laws by which a Mason should be guided . Masonry is a powerful and almost universal agency in the renovation of man ; and I must say _ that I feel thankful that Masonry exists in those places and countries where those principles have never reached , from which the principles of the Craft have received their greatest strength and power . For what are the principles of Masonry ? 1 , Charity ; 2 , fidelity , or the careful observance of our promises ; 3 , integrity , to be upright in word and action ; 4 , loyalty to the powers that be ; 5 , industry in our several callings ; 6 , self-control so that bur life ' s words and deeds may go up unpolluted to the throne of God ;
7 , reverence for the law of God ; and , further , we are taught to be always truthful and merciful to one another . 'Those who study the grand principles of Masonry are sure to become educated . 1 , socially ; 2 , morally ; and 3 , religiously . 1 , socially in that we learn our duty to our neighbour ; 2 , morally in that we learn self-control and purity ; 3 , religiously in that we learn how to live and how to die . Every man who is a good Mason must be a good man , a good father , a good husband , a good brother ; and he will always be kind , charitable , considerate , sympathetic , and helpful to others . We shall search in
vain in our books for any principle or precept which is contrary to the Divine law—nay , rather , Divine law and Masonic law perfectly harmonise , and in matters common to both speak with one voice . But principles are often taught which are not carried out , and then those principles , however good , are useless . The powers and energies of steam long lay dormant in nature ; it was only when the principles , which regulate these powers , were applied that they became so useful to man , and added to the convenience , to the pleasures , and amenities of life . So also the principles of Masonry are useless unless
used in the regulation of our life ' s conduct . We should all remember that there is labour , as well as refreshment ; self-sacrifice , as well as enjoyment ; duty , as well as pleasure . Again and again we are reminded of these things in the charges given in our lodges . Masonry should not be whittled down into refreshment , nor should refreshment usurp the place of Masonry . Let us all endeavour to carry out in daily life the teaching we receive in our respective lodges . The lodge we purpose consecrating
today is one in which those will meet together who have many opportunities of studying the great laws of the Architect of the Universe ; and , in prosecuting their researches , they will find in those laws perfect order , beauty , and symmetry . May they be reminded by their discoveries to adorn their own lives by every Masonic grace . May every brother who enters within these sacred walls carry out in his daily life the principles of the Craft ; and , by doing this , he will become a better member of society , a more loyal subject , more able to battle with life ' s difficulties , and more ready to die .
The acting Deputy P . G . M ., Bro . Victor Williamson , presented the collars and jewels of the new lodge to the Prov . Grand Master . The W . M . designate , Bro . Rev . Canon Tristram , D . D ., was then presented to the P . G . M ., who congratulated him , and said that the founders could not have made a better choice .
Bro . the Rev . Canon Tristram in turn presented his officers designate to the P . G . M ., who congratulated the new lodge on having so distinguished a list of officers to conduct its affairs . The ceremony of consecration then took place according to the ritual of the Order , the dedication and other prayers being offered by Bro . the Rev . H . Becher , M . A ., P . G . Chaplain . The D . of C , Bro . W . Logan , declared the Universities' Lodge , No . 2352 , duly constituted .
The PROV . GRAND MASTER then called upon the Dean of York to install the W . M . designate as the first W . M . of the new lodge . The Dean was very heartily greeted , and performed the ceremony , with much grace , in the usual form . The addresses to the W . M ., his officers , and brethren were given very effectively by Bro . T . B . Whytehead , P . P . S . G . W . York .
The WORSHIPFUL MASTER then invested his officers , with appropriate address to each , and in placing the collar of Secretary on Bro . Hill Drury , said that it was at his initiative and in a great measure due to his energy that the lodge was formed . The brethren had wished to see him occupy one of the Warden ' s chairs , and he felt that the highest office was due to him , not only for the part he had taken
in the establishment of the lodge , but from his position as a most indefatigable and distinguished Mason , but he ( Bro . Hill Drury ) felt that he could be more useful to the lodge during the earl y stages of its existence in the position of Secretary , and had declined the higher honour , and he now had the greatest pleasure in investing him as Secretary .
On Bro . Hill Drury going to the Secretary ' s desk he was received with loud and hearty applause . The Rev . Canon TRISTRAM acknowledged the encouragement they had received , in the formation of the lodge , from the Provincial Grand Master , Bro . Sir Hedworth Williamson , and thanked the Dean of York and Bro . Whytehead for their presence and help that day . He hoped the new lodge would have a vigorous and prosperous existence . He then proposed— "That the V . W . Bro . the Very Rev . the Dean of York , P . G . Chap ., be elected an honorary member of the Universities ' Lodge . "
This was seconded by Bro . Canon KYNASTON . and carried unanimously . Bro . the Dean of YORK acknowledged the kind welcome he had received . It would always give him great pleasure to do anything in his power to help the Universities' Lodge . He was glad they were establishing that lodge in Durham , which would be a great benefit to those in residence . He could look back over many years to the Apollo Lodge , Oxford .
Bro . Sir HEDWORTH WILLIAMSON , P . G . M ., addressed a few words to the members of the new lodge and to those assembled . It afforded him great satisfaction to see Canon 'Tristram in the chair of the new lodge . He might say regarding his friend , Canon Tristram , Ehett fugaces postumc , postume labuntur mini . It had given him the greatest satisfaction , joy , and pleasure to see one who had so loyall y helped him in the government of the province so worthily appointed W . M . He
also spoke of the high position occupied in the University by the Rev . Canon Kynaston , and to the ability and position in the Order of Bro . Richard Luck . He might continue his remarks with respect to every member of the lodge , each of whom were good Masons and men of note in their respective walks in life , but he must specially express his satisfaction in seeing Bro . Hill Drury among them , for he was a most energetic Mason , and in his secretarial hands he had no doubt the
Consecration Of The Universities' Lodge, No. 2352, Durham.
lodge would prosper . He expressed his thanks to all the officers who had assisted him in the ceremony that day , and wished the new lodge every prosperity . A large number of letters of congratulation were received , including one from Bro . W . J . Hughan , and another from the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Northumberland .
Two candidates were then proposed for initiation , and seven brethren as joining members , and " Hearty good wishes" having been off ered by the representatives of the visiting lodges , the lodge was closed . Each officer presented to the lodge his collar , with silver jewel attached , which bad been manufactured by Bro . George Kenning .
Annual Assembly Of The Grand Imperial Conclave Of The Red Cross.
ANNUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE GRAND IMPERIAL CONCLAVE OF THE RED CROSS .
The annual assembly of the Grand Conclave was held at the Masonic Rooms , 16 a , Great Queen-street , W . C , on Monday , the 3 rd inst . Baron de Ferrieres , M . E . G . Viceroy , and Deputy Grand Commander of St . John , presided ; and was supported by Sir Kni g hts E . ~ H . Thiellay , G . J . Gen . ; C F . Hogard , G . Recorder ; Dr . W . R . Woodman , P . G . V ., Grand Treasurer ; J . G . Marsh , P . G . S . Gen ., and P . G . A . ; Capt . T . C . Walls , G . A ., Deputy Int . Gen . Middx . ; John Mason , P . G .
Gen . ; Thos . Cubitt , P . G . S . Gen . ; G . Powell , P . G . S . Gen . ; Belgrave Ninnis , Junior Gen . ; H . H . Shirley , H . C . Heard , C . E . Keyser , P . A ., Almoner ; H . J . Lardner , P . G . S . B . ; H . J . Penfold , Dist . Int . Gen . Kent ; Geo . R . Cobham , G . Herald ; A . W . Bateman , Dist . G . Recorder Kent ; W . G . Lemon , P . S . 122 ; M . Haynes , West Lane . ; T . Graham Robinson , W . Lake , Nelson Prower , J . K . M . Pierrott , and W . W . Lee . The Grand Conclave having been opened ,
Baron DE FERRIERES said that before they proceeded to business he had an unpleasant duty to perform in informing the sir kni ghts that their M . I . Grand Sovereign , Col . Sir Francis Burdett , could not attend on account of illness , and had therefore authorised him to act in his absence
The minutes were read and confirmed , and the annual report of the Executive Committee was read and adopted , including a recommendation that , as the Grand Sovereign was to preside at the forthcoming Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , the sum of ten guineas should be placed on his list . Sir Knight Dr . WOODMAN , G . Treas ., proposed Sir Knight Col . Sir Francis Burdett , Bart , for re-election as M . I . Grand Sovereign , observing that Sir Francis had ruled over them for so many years in peace and harmony , and he hoped he would continue to do so for many years to come .
Sir Kni ght MARSH seconded the proposition , which was carried with acclamation .
Sir Knight W . G . LEMON , in moving that Baron de Ferrieres be re-elected to the position of Grand Viceroy , said they knew his energy and zeal in everything he undertook , his high character , and the esteem in which he was held , and therefore the name of Baron de Ferrieres had but to be mentioned to procure their unanimous suffrages . Sir Knight Dr . WOODMAN , G . Treas ., seconded the motion , and testified to the active and zealous desire of Baron de Ferrieres to do his duty in every office he filled .
The proposition was carried item , con ., and the Grand Herald proclaimed Baron de Ferrieres Grand Viceroy for the ensuing year . Sir Kni ght Baron DE FERRIERES sincerely thanked the sir knights for the great compliment paid him in re-electing him to the office of Grand Viceroy . Sir Knight Dr . WOODMAN was re-elected Grand Treas ., and returned thanks for the honour .
The following sir knights were appointed members of the Grand Council by Baron de Ferrieres , on behalf of the M . I . Grand Sovereign : Sir Knight the Earl of Euston G . Senr . General . ,, Capt . T . C . Walls G . Junr . General . „ Rev . S . Maude ... ) ~ u . . , , „ Rev . A . W . Oxford f G . High Prelates .
„ J . S . Cumberland G . High Chancellor . ,, VV . R . Woodman , M . D G . Treasurer . „ C . F . Hogard G . Recorder . „ Lewthwaite G . High Almoner . ,, Dr . Mickley G . Chamberlain .
C . H . Driver G . Architect . „ VV . G . Lemon G . Marshal . „ H . H . Shirley G . Orator . „ J . Moon ... G . Historiographer . The following were appointed members of the Senate : Sir Knight H . J . Lardner G . Preceptor .
„ H . Venn ... G . Examiner . „ C . E . Keyser G . Prefect . „ R . Berridge G . Sub-Prelate . „ A . H . Bateman G . Vice-Chancellor . „ George Reading G . Asst . Recorder . Sir Knight Baron DE FERRIERES was appointed by the M . I . Grand Sovereign President of the Executive Committee , and Sir Knight J . Lewis Thomas , member .
The following sir kmghts were nominated and declared duly elected Grand Senators , and were appointed to office as under : Sir Knight Fred Graves G . Sub-Almoner . ,, H . C . Heard G . Inspr . of Regalia . ,, H . Penfold * > n c , , „ BNinnis G . Std . Bearers .
.. . A . Williams " ... " ... " . ' .. Z ' . ' . ' . G . S . B . ,, G . R . Cobham G . Organist . „ J . A . Gartley G . Preceptor . „ VV . O . Robinson G . Vice-Chamberlain .
„ I . Le Sulleur G . Asst . Marshal . „ VV . Lake ... 1 n u ,, „ J . H . Thompson j G . Heralds . „ Roberts G . D . of C . Sir Knight Gilbert was re-elected G . Sentinel .
'The Executive Committee was appointed as under : Sir Knights C F . Matier , J . Mason , T . C Walls , W . G . Lemon , and G . Powell ; and the following were elected to the Grand High Almoner ' s Committee : Sir Knights Dr . Woodman , H . H . Shirley , and H . Venn . A no-ice of motion by Sir Kni g ht Belgrave Ninnis , seconded by Sir Knight Penfold , respecting the rank of Intendant Generals , was , after discussion , referred to the Executive Committee .
Sir Knig ht B . tteman , D . G . Recorder Kent , moved a notice of motion respecting the increased publicity of the Annual Meeting of the I . G . Conclave , and it was resolved that it be left to the Grand Recorder to send a sufficient number of summonses to the Recorders , for transmission to individual members likely to attend . Another mod m by Sir Knight BATEMAN , with reference to the mode of election to the electoral offices in Grand Senate , was discussed , and it was understood that the substance of the motion should be brought before the Executive Committee .
A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Sir Kni ght George Kenning for his kindess in allowing the use of a room for the office of the Grand Recorder . Numerous apologies for non-attendance were received , and the Grand Conclave was closed in Imperial form . A banquet was subsequently held at Freemasons ' Tavern in conjunction with the Premier Conclave .
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Consecration Of The Universities' Lodge, No. 2352, Durham.
The following oration was g iven by Bro . the Rev . H . J ENNINGS , P . G . Chaplain : M ay I ask for that indulgence which is usually claimed by , and usually granted to , those who make a speech or oration for the first time under altogether altered circumstances . In the presence of so many distinguished Masons it would be altogether a work of supererogation on my part to enter minutely into the mysteries or principles of Freemasonry . I am in the presence of those who could instruct me and put before me a
standard of life to which I have never reached ,- but to which by perseverance I hope to attain . Although I shall not expatiate at any length on our prinriples , _ seeing that you are already familiar with them , yet I must say that those principles are but the embodiment of those principles which have guided the world through the greater gart of its history which were promulgated on the Mount of God , even on inai ; and which , rightly regarded and observed , are the very salt of the earth . Divine laws lose nothing of their force or power for good by frequent
repetition . I may , therefore , remind you that our principles are : —i , to obey the Great Architect of the Universe ; 2 , to love , to care for , and watch over the interests of our brethren ; 3 , to use those talents which God has entrusted to us . At the very beginning of the world ' s history the question was asked , "Am I my brother's keeper ?" To this Masonry replies yes , and so re-echoes the voice of God ; and this answer is given , not by those who are murderers , but by those who have cared for the fatherless , the widow and the orphan—not by those who merely feel sympathy , but by those who
have show sympathy in a practical form by giving substantial help to the needy , by training and clothing the young , and by giving hope and encouragement to those who form the more needy class amongst us . I know that certain subjects may not be touched upon in our lodges , but perhaps the words I may now speak , coming from one in the position of a Christian minister , may have the greater weight ; and 1 do say , and say most emphatically , that outside the volume of the Sacred Law , you do not find any principles so calculated to ennoble life , to ennoble conduct , to ennoble man , as are to be found in
those laws by which a Mason should be guided . Masonry is a powerful and almost universal agency in the renovation of man ; and I must say _ that I feel thankful that Masonry exists in those places and countries where those principles have never reached , from which the principles of the Craft have received their greatest strength and power . For what are the principles of Masonry ? 1 , Charity ; 2 , fidelity , or the careful observance of our promises ; 3 , integrity , to be upright in word and action ; 4 , loyalty to the powers that be ; 5 , industry in our several callings ; 6 , self-control so that bur life ' s words and deeds may go up unpolluted to the throne of God ;
7 , reverence for the law of God ; and , further , we are taught to be always truthful and merciful to one another . 'Those who study the grand principles of Masonry are sure to become educated . 1 , socially ; 2 , morally ; and 3 , religiously . 1 , socially in that we learn our duty to our neighbour ; 2 , morally in that we learn self-control and purity ; 3 , religiously in that we learn how to live and how to die . Every man who is a good Mason must be a good man , a good father , a good husband , a good brother ; and he will always be kind , charitable , considerate , sympathetic , and helpful to others . We shall search in
vain in our books for any principle or precept which is contrary to the Divine law—nay , rather , Divine law and Masonic law perfectly harmonise , and in matters common to both speak with one voice . But principles are often taught which are not carried out , and then those principles , however good , are useless . The powers and energies of steam long lay dormant in nature ; it was only when the principles , which regulate these powers , were applied that they became so useful to man , and added to the convenience , to the pleasures , and amenities of life . So also the principles of Masonry are useless unless
used in the regulation of our life ' s conduct . We should all remember that there is labour , as well as refreshment ; self-sacrifice , as well as enjoyment ; duty , as well as pleasure . Again and again we are reminded of these things in the charges given in our lodges . Masonry should not be whittled down into refreshment , nor should refreshment usurp the place of Masonry . Let us all endeavour to carry out in daily life the teaching we receive in our respective lodges . The lodge we purpose consecrating
today is one in which those will meet together who have many opportunities of studying the great laws of the Architect of the Universe ; and , in prosecuting their researches , they will find in those laws perfect order , beauty , and symmetry . May they be reminded by their discoveries to adorn their own lives by every Masonic grace . May every brother who enters within these sacred walls carry out in his daily life the principles of the Craft ; and , by doing this , he will become a better member of society , a more loyal subject , more able to battle with life ' s difficulties , and more ready to die .
The acting Deputy P . G . M ., Bro . Victor Williamson , presented the collars and jewels of the new lodge to the Prov . Grand Master . The W . M . designate , Bro . Rev . Canon Tristram , D . D ., was then presented to the P . G . M ., who congratulated him , and said that the founders could not have made a better choice .
Bro . the Rev . Canon Tristram in turn presented his officers designate to the P . G . M ., who congratulated the new lodge on having so distinguished a list of officers to conduct its affairs . The ceremony of consecration then took place according to the ritual of the Order , the dedication and other prayers being offered by Bro . the Rev . H . Becher , M . A ., P . G . Chaplain . The D . of C , Bro . W . Logan , declared the Universities' Lodge , No . 2352 , duly constituted .
The PROV . GRAND MASTER then called upon the Dean of York to install the W . M . designate as the first W . M . of the new lodge . The Dean was very heartily greeted , and performed the ceremony , with much grace , in the usual form . The addresses to the W . M ., his officers , and brethren were given very effectively by Bro . T . B . Whytehead , P . P . S . G . W . York .
The WORSHIPFUL MASTER then invested his officers , with appropriate address to each , and in placing the collar of Secretary on Bro . Hill Drury , said that it was at his initiative and in a great measure due to his energy that the lodge was formed . The brethren had wished to see him occupy one of the Warden ' s chairs , and he felt that the highest office was due to him , not only for the part he had taken
in the establishment of the lodge , but from his position as a most indefatigable and distinguished Mason , but he ( Bro . Hill Drury ) felt that he could be more useful to the lodge during the earl y stages of its existence in the position of Secretary , and had declined the higher honour , and he now had the greatest pleasure in investing him as Secretary .
On Bro . Hill Drury going to the Secretary ' s desk he was received with loud and hearty applause . The Rev . Canon TRISTRAM acknowledged the encouragement they had received , in the formation of the lodge , from the Provincial Grand Master , Bro . Sir Hedworth Williamson , and thanked the Dean of York and Bro . Whytehead for their presence and help that day . He hoped the new lodge would have a vigorous and prosperous existence . He then proposed— "That the V . W . Bro . the Very Rev . the Dean of York , P . G . Chap ., be elected an honorary member of the Universities ' Lodge . "
This was seconded by Bro . Canon KYNASTON . and carried unanimously . Bro . the Dean of YORK acknowledged the kind welcome he had received . It would always give him great pleasure to do anything in his power to help the Universities' Lodge . He was glad they were establishing that lodge in Durham , which would be a great benefit to those in residence . He could look back over many years to the Apollo Lodge , Oxford .
Bro . Sir HEDWORTH WILLIAMSON , P . G . M ., addressed a few words to the members of the new lodge and to those assembled . It afforded him great satisfaction to see Canon 'Tristram in the chair of the new lodge . He might say regarding his friend , Canon Tristram , Ehett fugaces postumc , postume labuntur mini . It had given him the greatest satisfaction , joy , and pleasure to see one who had so loyall y helped him in the government of the province so worthily appointed W . M . He
also spoke of the high position occupied in the University by the Rev . Canon Kynaston , and to the ability and position in the Order of Bro . Richard Luck . He might continue his remarks with respect to every member of the lodge , each of whom were good Masons and men of note in their respective walks in life , but he must specially express his satisfaction in seeing Bro . Hill Drury among them , for he was a most energetic Mason , and in his secretarial hands he had no doubt the
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lodge would prosper . He expressed his thanks to all the officers who had assisted him in the ceremony that day , and wished the new lodge every prosperity . A large number of letters of congratulation were received , including one from Bro . W . J . Hughan , and another from the Deputy Provincial Grand Master of Northumberland .
Two candidates were then proposed for initiation , and seven brethren as joining members , and " Hearty good wishes" having been off ered by the representatives of the visiting lodges , the lodge was closed . Each officer presented to the lodge his collar , with silver jewel attached , which bad been manufactured by Bro . George Kenning .
Annual Assembly Of The Grand Imperial Conclave Of The Red Cross.
ANNUAL ASSEMBLY OF THE GRAND IMPERIAL CONCLAVE OF THE RED CROSS .
The annual assembly of the Grand Conclave was held at the Masonic Rooms , 16 a , Great Queen-street , W . C , on Monday , the 3 rd inst . Baron de Ferrieres , M . E . G . Viceroy , and Deputy Grand Commander of St . John , presided ; and was supported by Sir Kni g hts E . ~ H . Thiellay , G . J . Gen . ; C F . Hogard , G . Recorder ; Dr . W . R . Woodman , P . G . V ., Grand Treasurer ; J . G . Marsh , P . G . S . Gen ., and P . G . A . ; Capt . T . C . Walls , G . A ., Deputy Int . Gen . Middx . ; John Mason , P . G .
Gen . ; Thos . Cubitt , P . G . S . Gen . ; G . Powell , P . G . S . Gen . ; Belgrave Ninnis , Junior Gen . ; H . H . Shirley , H . C . Heard , C . E . Keyser , P . A ., Almoner ; H . J . Lardner , P . G . S . B . ; H . J . Penfold , Dist . Int . Gen . Kent ; Geo . R . Cobham , G . Herald ; A . W . Bateman , Dist . G . Recorder Kent ; W . G . Lemon , P . S . 122 ; M . Haynes , West Lane . ; T . Graham Robinson , W . Lake , Nelson Prower , J . K . M . Pierrott , and W . W . Lee . The Grand Conclave having been opened ,
Baron DE FERRIERES said that before they proceeded to business he had an unpleasant duty to perform in informing the sir kni ghts that their M . I . Grand Sovereign , Col . Sir Francis Burdett , could not attend on account of illness , and had therefore authorised him to act in his absence
The minutes were read and confirmed , and the annual report of the Executive Committee was read and adopted , including a recommendation that , as the Grand Sovereign was to preside at the forthcoming Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls , the sum of ten guineas should be placed on his list . Sir Knight Dr . WOODMAN , G . Treas ., proposed Sir Knight Col . Sir Francis Burdett , Bart , for re-election as M . I . Grand Sovereign , observing that Sir Francis had ruled over them for so many years in peace and harmony , and he hoped he would continue to do so for many years to come .
Sir Kni ght MARSH seconded the proposition , which was carried with acclamation .
Sir Knight W . G . LEMON , in moving that Baron de Ferrieres be re-elected to the position of Grand Viceroy , said they knew his energy and zeal in everything he undertook , his high character , and the esteem in which he was held , and therefore the name of Baron de Ferrieres had but to be mentioned to procure their unanimous suffrages . Sir Knight Dr . WOODMAN , G . Treas ., seconded the motion , and testified to the active and zealous desire of Baron de Ferrieres to do his duty in every office he filled .
The proposition was carried item , con ., and the Grand Herald proclaimed Baron de Ferrieres Grand Viceroy for the ensuing year . Sir Kni ght Baron DE FERRIERES sincerely thanked the sir knights for the great compliment paid him in re-electing him to the office of Grand Viceroy . Sir Knight Dr . WOODMAN was re-elected Grand Treas ., and returned thanks for the honour .
The following sir knights were appointed members of the Grand Council by Baron de Ferrieres , on behalf of the M . I . Grand Sovereign : Sir Knight the Earl of Euston G . Senr . General . ,, Capt . T . C . Walls G . Junr . General . „ Rev . S . Maude ... ) ~ u . . , , „ Rev . A . W . Oxford f G . High Prelates .
„ J . S . Cumberland G . High Chancellor . ,, VV . R . Woodman , M . D G . Treasurer . „ C . F . Hogard G . Recorder . „ Lewthwaite G . High Almoner . ,, Dr . Mickley G . Chamberlain .
C . H . Driver G . Architect . „ VV . G . Lemon G . Marshal . „ H . H . Shirley G . Orator . „ J . Moon ... G . Historiographer . The following were appointed members of the Senate : Sir Knight H . J . Lardner G . Preceptor .
„ H . Venn ... G . Examiner . „ C . E . Keyser G . Prefect . „ R . Berridge G . Sub-Prelate . „ A . H . Bateman G . Vice-Chancellor . „ George Reading G . Asst . Recorder . Sir Knight Baron DE FERRIERES was appointed by the M . I . Grand Sovereign President of the Executive Committee , and Sir Knight J . Lewis Thomas , member .
The following sir kmghts were nominated and declared duly elected Grand Senators , and were appointed to office as under : Sir Knight Fred Graves G . Sub-Almoner . ,, H . C . Heard G . Inspr . of Regalia . ,, H . Penfold * > n c , , „ BNinnis G . Std . Bearers .
.. . A . Williams " ... " ... " . ' .. Z ' . ' . ' . G . S . B . ,, G . R . Cobham G . Organist . „ J . A . Gartley G . Preceptor . „ VV . O . Robinson G . Vice-Chamberlain .
„ I . Le Sulleur G . Asst . Marshal . „ VV . Lake ... 1 n u ,, „ J . H . Thompson j G . Heralds . „ Roberts G . D . of C . Sir Knight Gilbert was re-elected G . Sentinel .
'The Executive Committee was appointed as under : Sir Knights C F . Matier , J . Mason , T . C Walls , W . G . Lemon , and G . Powell ; and the following were elected to the Grand High Almoner ' s Committee : Sir Knights Dr . Woodman , H . H . Shirley , and H . Venn . A no-ice of motion by Sir Kni g ht Belgrave Ninnis , seconded by Sir Knight Penfold , respecting the rank of Intendant Generals , was , after discussion , referred to the Executive Committee .
Sir Knig ht B . tteman , D . G . Recorder Kent , moved a notice of motion respecting the increased publicity of the Annual Meeting of the I . G . Conclave , and it was resolved that it be left to the Grand Recorder to send a sufficient number of summonses to the Recorders , for transmission to individual members likely to attend . Another mod m by Sir Knight BATEMAN , with reference to the mode of election to the electoral offices in Grand Senate , was discussed , and it was understood that the substance of the motion should be brought before the Executive Committee .
A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Sir Kni ght George Kenning for his kindess in allowing the use of a room for the office of the Grand Recorder . Numerous apologies for non-attendance were received , and the Grand Conclave was closed in Imperial form . A banquet was subsequently held at Freemasons ' Tavern in conjunction with the Premier Conclave .