Instruction.

UBIQUE LODGE ( No . 17 S 9 ) . —A meeting was ¦ held on Friday , 1 st inst ., at the Guardsman Coffee ' Tavern , Buckingham Palace-road , when there were present Bros . Wadd , W . M . ; Brindley , S . W . ; Forscutt , J . W . ; Boulton , Preceptor ; Coughlan , Sec ; Green , sen ., S . D . ; Hayes , J . D . ; Glover , I . G . j also Bros . Rev . C . A . Solbe , Bunce , Hiel , Ardiwino , McCullagh , ¦ Power , Purnell , and C . White .

The lodge was opened in due form and the minutes of the last meeting read and confirmed . The ceremony of initiation and passing was then rehearsed by the VV . M . in his usual able manner , Bro . Bunce being candidate in' the First , and Bro . Power answered the questions leading to the Second being entrusted , and afterwards acting as candidate

in that degree . The lodge was resumed to the First Degree . Bro . Purnell , 1791 , was unanimously elected a member of the lodge . It was then proposed , seconded , and carried by a show of hands , that the lodge change its meeting place . Bro . Brindley , S . W ., was unanimously elected VV . M . for the ensuing week . All Masonic business being ended the lodge was closed in perfect harmony .

Royal Arch.

Royal Arch .

NEWPORT , I . of W . —Albany Chapter ( No . 151 ) . —The regular meeting of this chapter was held at the Masonic Hall on the 30 th ult . The M . E . Grand Superintendent of the province , Comp . W . VV . B . Beach , M . P ., accompanied by Comp . J . E . Le Feuvre , P . Grand Scribe E . Hampshire and Isle of Wight , was present , and installed Comps . Major J . Walsh , P . Z ., P . D . G . S . B . Bengal , as Z . ;

and F . Newman , P . Z ., P . P . G . S . N ., as H . The following companions were invested : Comps . S . Wheeler , VV . M . 151 , Scribe E . ; R . B . Cheverton , P . M . 151 , Scribe N . ; C . T . Allee , P . M . 151 , P . S . ; D . S . Printr , P . M . 151 , 1 st Asst . S . ; J . Golden , P . M . 151 , 2 nd Asst . S . j Rev . E . VV . Watts , P . M . 151 , Treasurer .

South Africa.

South Africa .

'INSTALLATION AND BANQUET OF THE "CHARLES WARREN" LODGE . The ceremony of installing the Worshipful Masters and Officers of the " Charles Warren " Lodge , No . 1 S 32 , was held in the " Peace and Harmony " Lodge , Dutoitspan , recently , in the presence of a larj > e assembly of members of the Masonic fraternity , the Installing Master being . Bro . ¦ H . E . Pistorius , P . M . of the " Richard Giddy " Lodge

Kimberley . The following is a list of the brethren of the Charles Warren who hold office during the current year : —Bro . Chas . Aburrow , VV . M . j Robt . H . Blackbeard I . P . M . ; A . S . Woolley , S . W . Henry VV . Hull , J . VV . j Edward T . Somerset , Treasurer ; Edward Withycombe , Sec . ; Canon Gaul , Chap . ; Wm . Keysell Bradford , S . D . ; •George Gordon McKay , J . D .

Edward Masterson , I . G . ; Richard Harbord , D . C . ; A . F . C . Alport , VV . Short , and Fritz Illig , Stwds . ; and T . P . Stow , Tyler . After the installation the brethren adjourned to the Dutoitspan Club , where about 40 members of the Craft sat down to abanquet , excellently catered for

by Bro . S . Solomon . The Charles Warren is the only lodge on the Diamond Fields that has this year attempted anything in that direction , and we have much pleasure in mentioning that , thanks to an able Committee of Management , the banquet was a complete success , the proceedings having a most harmonious termination at about 11 o'clock .

PEACE AND HARMONY LODGE . The ceremony of the installation and investiture of officers for the year took place at 2 o'clock on Tuesday , June 24 th ( St . John ' s Day ) , in the lodge rooms at Dutoitspan . Following is the list of officers : Bros . Harry N . Campbell ,

W . M . J A . Yockmonitz , I . P . M . ; J . Z . Sombeek , D . M . ; Joseph Mylchrest , S . W . ; David Gill , J . W . ; John De Kock , Orator ; lames Stanley , Hon . Sec ; Woolf Joel , Treas . ; R . C . Partridge , D . C . ; D .. Avis , A . M . B . ; J . . Sharp , I . G . j and J . Smeaton , Tyler .

RICHARD GIDDY LODGE , 1574 . Officers for the vear : Bros . J . D . Forster , VV . M . ; M . S . Runchman , I . P . M . ; G . Richards , S . W . ; S . H . George , J . W . j S . Neels , Treas . ; J . D . Norden , Sec . ; Morgan , S . D . ; C Cator , J . D . j E . Bull , Org . ; Forbes , Inner Guard ; and Humphries , Tyler .

Dr. Moon's Printing For The Blind.

DR . MOON'S PRINTING FOR THE BLIND .

In 1 S 47 a society was formed in aid of printing books for the blind of all countries fhrough the medium of Dr . Moon ' s alphabet and embossed characters . . Success has crowned the effort , for 150 , 000 volumes have already been published , and the result is that thousands of . the blind

who are now enjoying the inestimable boon of reading for themselves ^ couid not , in all probality , have done so unless this or similar type had been provided for their use . The Lord Mayor of London , as a very ardent patron of this ¦ movement , presided , on Friday , the 27 th ult ., ata . meeting held in the Mansion House , and eloquentl y pleaded the •cause of the blind . Dr . Moon explained in detail the

origin and adaptability of his invention . The Right Hon . James Lowther , M . P ., as one of the Trustees of the Institution , spoke in high terms of Dr . Moon and his selfsacrifice . Mr . Brown , of Edinburgh ^ , narrated instances of usefulness in Scotland , and Mr . G . Martin Tait , in an exhaustive address , rivetted the attention of his hearers . The Rev . 1 . McCarthy , M . A ., and Professor D'Orsey ,

B . D ., with Sir Charles Lowther , Bart ., supported the several resolutions . It has been remarked , and remarked truly , that it is obvious that people who cannot see are unable to read printing of the ordinary type . Hence raised characters are used ' so as to be decipherable by the touch . The system now universally adopted is the invention of Dr . William

Moon , who is himself blind . This philanthropic gentleman has devoted time , skill and money , to the perfecting of his process . His residence at 104 , Queen's Road , Brighton , •resembles a large printing establishment , and the machinery employed . is unique . It is stated that'funds only are needed to increase the multiplication of bibles and other standard works . The boon conferred upon the blind

Dr. Moon's Printing For The Blind.

is incalculable , for the characters adopted are applicable to all the languages of the world . From Chicago Dr . Moon has received very encouraging accounts in reference to the Home teaching there , which he also instituted during his visit to America . More than 100 of the blind have been sought out , and many are now enjoying the books from the Free Lending Library formed for their use . From Australia and other countries the same efforts are crowned

with similar success . It seenis that there are at least 100 , 000 English-speaking blind in the world , and not less than 3 , 000 , 000 who speak other languages . The blind spend much of their time alone , and to them theembossed books afford much pleasure and comfort in their lonely hours . More than half the readers of Moon's books are over 50 years of age , many are 70 and So , and

some a * e even 90 years of age . The publications in Dr . Moon's type now comprise the entire Bible in English , and a large number of single chapters ; 53 vols , of religious works ; 6 4 biographical ; 55 of tales and anecdotes ; 44 books of poetry ; besides iS vols , of history of England ; 1 of the Ancient Britons ; 2 of geography ; S of Biblical dictionary ; 1 of astronomy ; 1 Saxon heptarchy ; 2 of history of Scotland ; S of natural

history ; 2 spelling books ; a grammar ; . 2 primers ; ig vols , of reading lessons for schools ; 13 of scientific and general works ; many volumes in foreign languages , some music , and various astronomical and geographical maps . The Trustees of Moon ' s Charity are anxious to raise increased funds in order to emboss a still greater variety of books in this type , which has already proved so beneficial , to many thousands of persons deprived of sight , in this and

other countries . Collecting cards and money boxes may be had of Dr . VVm . Moon , treasurer and managing trustee , 104 , Queen ' s-road , Brighton , Sussex , from whom further particulars in reference to the work may be obtained . As sight is one of the greatest blessings which God has given His creatures to enjoy , there are few things for which man should more readily present a thank-offering

than for this precious gift . If only a small subscription were annually given as a thank-offering' for the gift of sight , by all who can afford it , the library for the blind would soon be largely increased , and they would have the privilege of reading for themselves many books which , for the want of funds , cannot now be embossed . We think it right to commend to . the notice of our readers this most useful and beneficent work . There may be some of our readers who may feel a special interest in the

matter , and we will add that many of the productions of Dr . Moon's remarkable printing establishment are most beautiful and striking artistically . We feel sure that he will welcome all persons interested in the subject , and any communication will be gladly received . Our distinguished Bro . the Lord Mayor having taken a warm interest in this most valuable movement , and it is hoped that the meeting not long ago at the Mansion House may help to speed on Dr . Moon's invaluable work .

Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.

ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .

The General Committee of this Institution •met on Thursday , the 31 st ult ., at Freemasons' Hall . After the transaction of some formal business , the petition for placing one candidate ( Mary A . G . Smith ) on the list for election in April was read and approved . The Secretary afterwards reported the receipt of a legacy of £ " 50 , less legacy duty , from the late Bro . A . VV . Hardcastle .

Obituary.

Obituary .

BRO . F . MANSLEY , 10 SG . ' On Sunday , the 27 th ult ., a large number of members of the Craft assembled at Kirkdale Cemetery , Longmootlane , near Liverpool , to pay a last tribute of respect to the late Bro . F . Mansley , a member of the Walton Lodge , 10 SG . Among the brethren present were Bros . VV . Wilkinson , VV . M . 10 SG ; I . D . Reader ,. I . P . M . 10 SG ; W .

Roberts , S . W . ; F . Ewart , Sec . j Unsworth , S . S . ; Isaac Evans , J . D . ; Maxwell , Timothy , Rogers , J . Casey , all of 10 S 6 ; Lewis Peake , I . P . M . 1035 ; T . Fozzard , P . M . 1035 ; R . T . Britten , 1756 . ; J . Clarke , Org . 1756 ; J . Kellie , 175 G ; C . Birch , P . M . 203 ; VV . Wilson , 203 ; J . Taylor , 203 ; and others . The funeral service was read by the Rev . VV . Warburton , M . A ., and Bro . Rev . Dr . Hyde , Chap . 10 SG .

' BRO . W . STAPLETON , W . M . 13 S 2 . On Friday , the 1 st inst ., the funeral ceremonies , consequent upon the sadly sudden death of Bro . Wm . Stapleton , on the previous Sunday , were performed at Nunhead cemetery . The brethren ' of the lodge and others assembled at Bro . VV . C . Clark ' s , hostelry , George Hotel , Milwall Dock , and thence proceeded to the residence of the

deceased . Here all was in readiness and the cortege was marshall by Bro . Smith , undertaker , and wended its way to the cemetery where the beautiful ceremony was impressively rendered by the reverend gentleman in attendance . The brethren present next next proceeded to deposit sprigs of acacia , thoughtfully distributed by Bro . Delves , P . M ., and Preceptor of the Lodge of Instruction ,

in true Masonic manner , and all fitting honors paid . The procession reformed , and the brethren returned deeply impressed by the mournful occasion . Our late brother was joining member of the Corinthian and had by great perseverance filled every office in the lodge , and recently attained the position ot VV . M ., the duties of which high

office he had so far performed in a very satisfactory manner . Among the brethren present were , Past Masters Bro . VV . Carnaly , J . Delves , G . T . Limn , G . Smith , Fisher , Scholficld and Bros . H . Doring , S . W . : J . Morrison , J . VV . ; Hill , I . G . ; VV . Clarke , Penistone , S . G . Bonner , Saunders , and others .

B y the death of Bro . George F . Par . clon , which occurred suddenly at Canterbury on Monday , the ranks of Freemasonry have lost a most worthy member , and the sections of the Craft to whom he was known will long remember , him as a genial , kind-hearted brother , who combined with literary tastes a . rare facility for imparting the enjoyment of such tastes to others , and a free Masoriic spirit , which showed him to be a genuine brother ;

Obituary.

RAILWAY TOURIST ARRANGEMENTS . Few grievances are more mercilessly denounced than those which are occasionally inflicted by Railway Companies , yet we venture to say there are no executive bodies in the country charged with such numerous and wei ghty responsibilities which are more constant in their endeavours to meet the comfort and convenience of the British public . On every public holiday , and during each successive holi-

day season , the directorates of these companies make adequate provision for every kind of traveller , be they merely excursionists in search of a few hours' recreation in the country , or the more fortunate tourists who can appropriate a few weeks or months to visiting some well-known inland or sea side holiday resort , or making the tour of some wellknown and particularly attractive district . But while the grievances are made the most of , the facilities which are

offered for travelling are passed over comparatively unnoticed . This is hardly fair play . No one in reason objects to blame being meted out to whom blame is due , but credit , whenever it is due , should be portioned out in similar fashion . However , let us take some of our principal Railway Companies and note , in part at all events , the arrangements they have made for the current tourist season . VVe shall find it difficult to equal , and certainly well-nigh impossible to surpass them .

THE LONDON AND NORTH WESTERN RAILWAY COMPANY , for instance , in spite of its enormous regular passenger and goods traffic , has issued a special programme ° of arrangements for tourists of the most attractive character , it is hardly necessary to point out that this particular railway system traverses or is in communication with some of the most interesting parts of the United Kingdom . From

its main terminus at Euston we may make our way into Wales , to the Lake District , to Scotland , and to Iieland , not to mention the many other localities which are less remote from the metropolis . In all these cases intending visitors will find the Directors have spared no pains in order to meet their comforfand convenience , and the length of their several purses . . Thus , in the first place , as a general regulation applicable to all classes of touriststhe tickets issued by

, this company are not only available for two calendar months , but at the option of the holders , and on payment of a reasonable addition to . the sum originally' charged , they may be extended for any further period of time that may be desired , provided the limit of the 31 st December , 1 SS 4 is not exceeded . As regards Wales , circular tourist tickets are issued for different parts of the country , travellers in each case being at liberty to break the iournev at

certain points specified in the time tables . Thus in ' the case of the Snowden Circular Tour , passengers may travel -aid Welshpool , Machynlleth , Dolgelly , Barmouth , and Afon Wen to Carnarvon , returning from the last named place via Bangor and Chester ; or , they may work the tour in the reverse direction , all that is required of them being that they shall state at the time of booking the direction in which they propose travelling . Thev are further oermitted

to break the journey at Chester , Flint , Holywell , Mostyn , Prestatyn , Rhyl ; and any intermediate station on the main line between . Rhyl and Menai Bridge , as well as any on the Cambrian line between . Welshpool and Afon Wen . The charges for tickets for this tour , Euston or any other Metropolitan Railway Station being the starting point , are 1 st class , 84 s . ; 2 nd , class Gos . The arrangements in the case of the Lake District Circular Tour are of a similar

character , the facilities for making and breaking the journey being as great , while the prices arc , 1 st ' class , SGs . ; 2 nd class , 67 s . ' j and 3 rd-class , 47 s . The arrangements , for visiting Scotland are in . all respects as satisfactory , and the charges as moderate , the tickets in nearly every case being 1 st , 2 nd , and 3 rd class . In the case ot the Oban Circular' Tour , passengers have the option of journeying by rail to Glasgow or Greenock ; and thence by

steamer to Ardrishaig and the Crinan Canal lo Oban , returning by rail via Loch Awe , Callander , Stirling , and Bcatlock ; or they may make the tour the reverse direction , only as in the instance already mentioned , , they must state when booking which direction they purpose taking . ' It should be added that sleeping accommodation is provided by certain specified trains at an extra charge of five shillings per berth over and above the" ordinary first-class

fare . Intending visitors to Ireland are offered similar advantages , the charge for a ticket , say for the Lakes of Killarney , being via Dublin ( North Wall ) , 1 st class and saloon , 105 s . ; 2 nd class and saloon , Sos . ; 3 rd class and deck , 475 . Gd . ; or by Irish Mail , 1 st class and saloon , 115 s . ; 2 nd class and fore-cabin , 95 s . Those , however , who may

require other cr further information will do well to consult the company ' s time tables . ^ or' make application to the General Manager , Mr . G . Fin * dlay , at the Euston Terminus , by whom they will be received with every courtesy , and from whom they cannot fail to obtain the information they require ; or at Messrs . Gazs and Son's Tourist Ofiice , 42 , Strand .

Anotherof ; our principal railway companies which ri ghtly enjoys a high character for the excellence , cheapness , and punctuality of its tourist arrangements , is ' . THE GREAT WESTERN COMPANY , . and those of our readers who may desire fuller particulars than the limited space at o ' ur disposal will permit , are referred to Mr . Grierson , the General Manager , at the chief . terminus at . Paddington . or if it be more convenient ,

to the officials at the principal stations on the Metropolitan and . Metropolitan District Railways , or ' at . Cook ' s Tourist and Excursion Offices , Ludgate-circus , E . C . The country traversed by this company ' s main line offers as many «» attractions to the- tourist as any district in England , the scenery in parts , but especially in Devonshire and Cornwall , being unsurpassed for beaut y , while . there are probably more favourite sea-side resorts

accessible by this than by any other such line in the kingdom . The mere enumeration of such pleasure resorts as Weymouth ,. Weston-Super-Mare , Ilfracombe , Dawlish , Torquay , Dartmouth , Falmouth , St . Ives , and Penzance is enough to justify this statement , and in respect of inland resorts they are equally numerous and attractive . One of the most recent places of interest which this Company has made easily accessible for travelling is St . Ives , situated

some 20 miles from Land ' s End , on the North Coast of Cornwall . The country around is most picturesque , the air pure and bracing , and what is of more-importance to the visitors , the-best possible accommodation can be had at Tregenna Castle , which has been opened as an hotel by the Company , the object being to induce travellers to visit a locality hitherto comparatively unknown , and as a consequence . the tarriff , of charges , is extremely moderate .