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eluding charge impressively given to the novitiate by the III . Sir Knight Kelly . A candidate for installation having been proposed and a sum of five guineas voted to the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution to be placed on the list of Sir Knight S . S . Partridge , who goes up as Steward for that Charity in February next . The conclave was closed in ancient and solemn form . To the members of the Red Cross degree in Leicester the flourishing condition of this

admirably conducted conclave is a matter of great congratulation , and it is felt and believed that the beautiful charges and other addresses which as before stated are peculiar to it , but which do not in any way interfere with the recognized ritual or depart from the established landmarks of the Order , have gained for this degree in the above place , the success and high position which it undoubtedly possesses . The additional charges and

addresses to which reference has been made were the joint production of the late Rev . Dr . Haycroft , an officer of Grand Conclave and a P . S . of the Byzantine Conclave , and the 111 . Sir Knights Kelly and G . Toller , jun . On the closing of the conclave the sir knights adjourned to the refectory , where an elegant and sumptuous banquet was served under the direction of the Stewards , Sir Knights Griffiths and Cleaver .

Rosicrucian Society.

Rosicrucian Society .

LEEDS . —York College . —The November meeting of this college took place at the Masonic Hall , Great George-street , on Wednesday , the 21 st ult . There were present Fratres C . L . Mason , Celebrant ; J . L . Atherton , as Deputy ; T . J . Wilkinson , Sec . ; G . Simpson , as P . A . ; VV . Brown , as S . A . ; R . VV . Moore , T . A . ; VV . B . Dyson , as Q . A . ; T . Trevor , C . of N . ; F . Waddington , as T . B . ; J . Monckman , as H . ; VV . F . Tomlinson , as G . of T . ;

J . Marshall , as At . ; W . Rowley , Prov . G . Sec ; and Bro . Oates , as Acolyte . Apologies for absence were received from Fratres T . B . Whytehead , Ch . Adept . ; J . S . Cumberland , Suffragan ; I . W . Woodall , Prov . G . Treas . ; C . F . J . Kipling , j . M . Meek , S . Wilson , VV . Fraser , J . Moncks , J . J . Wilkes , and J . Todd . Successful ballots were taken for Bros . W . H . Cooper , P . M ., and J . T . Belk , P . M ., of

Middlesboro ' , after which Bros . G . Althorpe , of Bradford , and J . R . Dore , of Huddersfield , accepted aspirants , were received into the M . C , The Celebrant read to the college a paper by the C . A ., describing the legends of the society , and then addressed the college , explaining to the novitiates the objects and aims of the society . He also enforced upon the fratres their obligation in turn to read to the college original papers on subjects of literary , scientific , or

antiquarian interest , which had received their special attention , and congratulated the college upon having received into its ranks so many members qualified to edify and instruct their brethren . Bros . S . W . Fisher ( Scarbro' ) and G . H . Locking ( Pontefract ) were proposed as aspirants , and the M . C . was then dissolved . The fratres adjourned to the banqueting room , where an excellent repast was provided and much pleasant intercourse enjoyed .

Obituary.

Obituary .

The funeral of Bro . C . E . Lashmore , silversmith , of Westgate-street , Gloucester , who died after a brief illness , took place on Monday afternoon , the 26 th inst ., at the cemetery . The funeral was a private one , a large number of brethren attending as private friends , including Bros . H . Frith , A . Woodward , G . Tomes , F . G . Roberts , Joseph Gee , Thomas Gee , G . Roberts , S . H . Hayward , pall bearers ; and VV . White , E . Quilter , H . Margrett ,

C . Cook , Sydney-Turner , W . C . Ferris , W . Lifton , E . T . Chipp , H . J . Ferris , W . Fream , H . R . Barrett , B . London , W . T . Byett , H . Luker , A . Baker , J . Flay , J . Meredith , E . Dallimore , — Wettre , G . Symonds , R . J . Talbot , T . Talbot , T . C Beach , E . Bird , and Griffiths . The Royal Lebanon and Zetland Lodges sent wreaths , and sprigs of acacia were placed upon the coffin . After the burial service , which was impressively read by the Rev . J . Vaughan

Payne , the following address , prepared by Bco . H . Jeffs , P . P . G . J . VV . Gloucestershire , who was unable to attend through Jllness , was read ; by Bro . H . Frith , the W . M . of the Zetland Lodge , and was listened to with marked feeling by the brethren and relatives present : " Brethren , It was our wish that our Bro . P . M . Jeffs should ' say a few words on this melancholy occasion , but he is prevented by illness from being present . He had great admiration for

the personal qualities of our dear lamented Bro . Lashmore , and that admiration finds a response in our hearts . The service for the dead has been said in our hearing , and it finds an echo in the beautiful ceremony of our Order . Standing at this open grave , we are reminded of one particular and solemn feature of our ceremonies , in which Bro . Lashmore on his admission to our Order took part . We teach that man walketh

in darkness until the light which is from above illumines his path , and that his way is not secure until the precepts contained in the volume of the sacred law become the rule and guide of his faith . We believe in a hope beyond the grave . Looking down upon the coffin at our feet , we can exclaim with confidence , ' Oh , Death where is thy victory ? ' for the spirit will return to God , who gave it , and become a part of that spiritual edifice not made with human hands ,

eternal in the heavens ! Yes , let it console us that our mortality shall put on immortality ! Peace be to the ashes of our dear departed brother . Amongst those of his fellowcitizens who enjoyed his friendship and acquaintance brother Lashmore was held in high and deserved respect . In business he was conscientiously upright and of fair dealing , and his future seemed bright . As a brother of our order he cave promise of usefulness . Our hopes are

withered . Bro . Lashmore has gone from amongst us in the flower of manhood . We shall miss his geniality , as his amiability was conspicuous , and distinguished as he was for soberness of thought . How his loss will be felt in the domestic circle we dare not attempt to think . May He who hath promised to be a Father to the fatherless and a Judge

of the widow assuage the grief of the striken household , and speak peace to the troubled hearts . And may the sorrowing relatives here present be comforted . Our hearts are touched with sympathy for the bereaved ones . May the Great Architect of the Universe have them in His protection . And may we , brethren , take the lesson to heart ,

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and work while it is yet day , for the night cometh when no man can work . May the Great Architect of the Universe work in us the works of brotherly love , relief , and truth ! So mote it be . " On Sunday morning last , the funeral of our late Bro . Edward Ellis , who was a member of No . 724 , and who died on Friday , took place at Anfield Cemetery , Liverpool .

The brethren who assembled and accompanied the remains were Bros . J . VV . Ballard , P . M . ; Commins , W . M . ; Beekin , P . M . ; Ire Gordon , P . M . ; Pendleton , I . P . M . ; Humphreys , S . W . ; Davies , J . W . ; Sharpies , Sec ; Owens , Woods , Dutton , Evans , Ellis , Grieves , Hoblyn , Nelson , and Sandiford . Bros . VV . H . Jewitt , W . M . 1393 , and W . Persival , St . John ' s Lodge , were also present . A number of friends of the deceased likewise attended .

The " Mont Dore," Bournemouth.

THE " MONT DORE , " BOURNEMOUTH .

There are few places in England better calculated to answer the purpose of a health resort than Bournemouth , in the county of Hants . Its situation is such that it is easily accessible from all parts of the kingdom . It has a dry soil , is well sheltered from cold winds , and is free from fogs and the noxious exhalations arising from decaying vegetation . Moreover , the climate is mild and , at the same

time , dry and bracing , and under these circumstances it is not surprising that , when the promoters of the scheme for starting a high-class establishment , on the continental system , for the accommodation of visitors , invalids , and others of the wealthier classes in search of rest and change of air were in search of a suitable locality , they should have chosen this increasingly-popular watering-place on the Southern coast . Bournemouth for many years past has

enjoyed an enviable reputation among invalids , especially of the class of people who suffer from pulmonary complaints or from gout , rheumatism , and other kindred diseases . It also enjoys this advantage over the Mont Dore in the Auvergne , from which it derives its name , namely , that while the latter is resorted to during a portion of the year only—from June to September—the directors of the Bournemouth establishment have the highest medical authority for

stating their belief that it will be full throughout the whole of the year . Indeed , if further evidence of the value of the site chosen were needed , it would be found in the almost universal favour with which the project has been received by the medical profession . The medical council of the company includes some of the foremost physicians and surgeons of the day , while of those who up to the present timehave taken snares in the company close on

threefourths are medical men . Nor has the general public been slow to appreciate the proposal , if we may judge from the fact that nearly the whole of the accommodation to be provided has already been secured by persons desirous of becoming residents . But it will be asked what is this " Mont Tiore " svhich is thus highly spoken of and which has already established itself so hrmly in public estimation ? As has been stated above , it is a building intended for the

reception of visitors , invalids , and generally of people in affluent circumstances who desire rest and change of air and scene . The site chosen for the erection of this building is in the very centre of the town , standing on high ground among the hills , and immediately adjoining on the south side the National Sanatorium . It is designed to accommodate close on 200 visitors and is being fitted on _ the most approved principles with a view to securing to its patrons

the maximum amount of comfort and luxury . Hence , in addition to numerous private sitting rooms , there will be provided drawing , dining , reading , billiard , and smoking rooms , as well as a large recreation room in which concerts and private entertainments may be given . In the grounds adjoining are bowling , croquet , and lawn tennis grounds , while , as regards the usual baths for the comfort and health of the inmates , they not only include the Turkish , plunge ,

douche , needle , pine , and other baths of the more ordinary character , but every provision has likewise been made for the bath , aspiration and inhalation rooms , & c , which are necessary in order to carry out the treatment practised at Mont Dore , Auvergne , in the case of persons suffering from affections of the respiratory organs , gout , rheumatism , & c , these latter having been erected in accordance with plans proposed by Professor C . Meymott

Tidy—who especially visited the French establishment at the instance of the directors—after consultation with Dr . Dobell and the executive of the company . It will be seen from the foregoing brief description that this Bournemouth Mont Dore is admirably calculated to supply the want , which has been so long and so generally felt , of an establishment , easily accessible and healthily situated , where all classes of visitors , whether they be invalids in need of a

particular course of treatment for diseases of a special character , or merely people in search of ordinary rest and recreation can be accommodated . Every care has been taken to make the building comfortable and luxurious , so that , even with a moderate tariff of charges , there are good grounds for anticipating that the company will reap a substantial pecuniary benefit from so promising an enterprise . It may be worth while , perhaps , to add that the first stone was laid on the 25 th May , iSSr , by His Majesty King

Oscar of Sweden and Norway , who with his royal consort derived so much benefit from their sojourn in the town , and who took that opportunity of marking his approval of the inauguration of such an establishment . It may also be as well to state that any of our readers who may be desirous of obtaining further information will find their inquiries most courteously received and satisfied by the Secretary , Mr . T . C Pocock , at the company ' s offices , 305 , Mansion House Chambers , 11 , Queen Victoria-street , E . C .

It is understood that a scientific expedition , sanctioned by the Geographical Society and under the command of Mr . Wilfrid Powell , is about to leave this country for the purpose of exploring New Guinea . The funds will be provided from private sources , but it is intended to ask Bro . Lord Derby to lend his countenance to the enterprise .

The Daily News says the lists of the guests of the Viceroy of India , on the occasion of the opening of the Calcutta Exhibition will serve to remind visitors that there are still portions of the continent ot Hindostan which are neither within the dominions nor under the protection of the Empress of India , for among them are the French Governor-General of Pondicherry and the Governor-General of Portuguese India .

The Theatres.

THE THEATRES .

" Little Red Riding Hood " will be the pantomime at Her Majesty's , which commences on Boxing night . The Vokes family will be the chief attraction . # * & We regret to learn that Mr . Chippendale ' s health of body is failing , and that his mind is so affected that he has been moved to an Asylum and is very ill ; but he has reached more than fourscore years .

* * * Bros . Arthur and Edward Swanborough , Asaph Lodge , take a benefit to-day ( Saturday ) at their mother's theatre , morning and evening , which we hope TO /// be a ben t fit . #

* * Miss Lilian Russell will be the principal singer in Gilbert and Sullivan ' s new opera at the _ Savoy , which is to be produced very soon . The title ii to be " The Princess . "

* * Bros . Crowder and Payne had a magnificent attendance at the celebration of their first anniversary of opening the Canterbury . They have gone in for popularity , and find it pays well . On our last visit there we noticed a clergyman in the stalls who is very popular in London .

# * * Drury Lane closes to-morrow night ( Saturday ) , for the rehearsal of "Cinderella , " the pantomime , by E . L . Blanchard , to be produced on Boxing night . It is said we are to have a fox hunting scene on the stage with live horses and hounds .

* * # Miss Mary Anderson appears on the 8 th inst ., at the Lyceum , in the new piece " Galatea , " written for her by Mr . VV . S . Gilbert . Mr . Barnes will be Pygmalion ; Miss Amy Roselle , Cynisca ; and Mrs . Arthur Stirling , Daphne . Miss Anderson still continues the chief attraction on the London stage . #

* « Bro . Edward Terry returns for the winter to the Gaiety on 10 th inst ., when , for two weeks only , will be played " The Rocket , " which our distinguished brother has been playing in the provinces with much success . Miss Dolores Drummond comes to the Gaiety with him . Ivlr . Burnand has written another burlesque for the Gaiety for Christmas .

# * * Bro . Toole returns , on 8 th December , to his own theatre with "Stage Dora . " We regret that Mr . Robertson ' s comedies are to be withdrawn from London for some years . After the great success achieved by Messrs . Robertson and Bruce with "M . P . " and ** Ours , |' we are at a loss to understand the reason for this announcement .

* Lotta , we understand , is to be the rival of Miss Minnie Palmer at the Opera Comique . The latter will be at the Strand in January . Lotta is not strictly a burlesque actress , as many of the papers have stated , but gives what is called in America a " variety entertainment . " Mr , Harry J ackson has done well in securing her . Mr . Dacre , Mr . Fernandez , and Mr . Howard Russell will support Lotta .

* * # We regret to have to record a signal failure at the Royalty . Miss Kate Santley produced " The Merry Duchess" some months since , and after a merry run , owing to other arrangements , it was withdrawn for " Gillette , " by M . Audran . The composer of those two beautiful comic operas , " La Mascotte " and "Olivette , "

has not achieved a success in any way commensurate with his former compositions . On the first night an indulgent crowd went to the Royalty hoping fbr _ a repetition of the pleasure of hearing M . Audran ' s music , but it must be admitted , indulgent as they were , " Gillette " is doomed , in fact , should never have been produced , especially as it had been very carelessly rehearsed .

Though , we believe , by existing arrangements it must hold the boards for a few weeks , this is no token of its public approval . The translator had a difficult task to suit it to English tastes , the original in French being highly unsuited to our clime . Therefore the story is utterly void of interest . Then the music is poor and unattractive . The prettiest part being

a chorus which had to be introduced into it , written by Mr . Walter Slaughter for a number of boys and girls , and this was well encored . Not all the pretty scenery , dresses , and good principals of the company can bolster up this last addition to the London theatres . We feel much regret in having to write in this strain but we must be consistent . We feel deeply for Bro . W . J . Hill , one of the funniest

actors we have in the present day . Do what he would he weuld only raise a feeble laugh , the best of which were remarks at his own personal expense , as for instance , when he was threatened to be run through with a sword , he asked if the assailer had a sword long enough . Miss Kate Santley worked her very best as Gillette , and Miss Kate Munroe , as Rosita , but to no purpose . The latter lady is

a great attraction in her display of diamonds whose value must be an immense sum . In the third act her fingers on both hands are literally covered from knuckle to knuckle , her hair sparkles with them , around her neck is a handsome necklace , and brooches adorn her dress in various parts . Miss Maude Taylor was very lively and also worked at her part , but she can't sing a bit . One of the male principa

characters was played by a gentleman whom we have never heard of , and could be only satisfactory to himself if even that . We may term Miss Ada Wilson the one reedeming feature , because she comes in with her dances independently of the story . Many of our readers must remember how gracefully she danced in "The Mascotte , " this she wish

still does , and under the circumstances one could only for a little more of Miss Wilson and less of M . Audran . That unmeaning and stupid farce of " Bouquet , " throwing and handing of baskets of flowers , which we _ have often condemned was gone through on the first night . Who believes it to be genuine ¦