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Consecration Of The Ivanhoe Lodge, No. 1779.
CONSECRATION OF THE IVANHOE LODGE , No . 1779 .
Tbe new Masonic Hall , Sheffield , was on Tuesday , Oct . 29 th , the scene of a busy gathering , the occasion being the consecration of a forth lodge in the town , under the novel title of the Ivanhoe . We may remark en passant that a little novelty in
lodge nomenclature is to be heartily welcomed . W . Bro . Tew , J . P ., D . P . G . M . of West Yorkshire , assisted by nearly the whole of the P . G . Officers , performed the ceremony of consecration in his usual impressive style , whilst the effect was further enhanced by the admirable manner in which Bro . C . Harvey , P . G . O ., and his staff rendered the musical portion .
The Rev . Bro . W . Col lins Lukis , P . G . C . ; delivered the following oration , which commended itself specially to the brethren for the very intelligent and thoughtful spirit in which the author dealt , though at no great length , with two prominent subjects of discussion in the Craft . I shall occupy your time for a few moments only , because another interesting ceremony is about to demand
your attention . I shall , therefore , allude to two topics merely , which , in my estimation , and I am confident in your estimation also , are of vital importance to the present well-being and future interests of the Craft . One relates to Masonic faith and its fruits ; the other to lodge practice ; and I am encouraged in the course I propose to take by the reflection that the founders of this new lodge are
welleducated men and able Masons , who have a desire to maintain , and hand on to others , the principles of the institution in all their truth , purity , and fulness . By them , I trust , I shall be acquitted of any intention to sermonize . 1 . The Freemasons of the United Kingdom were startled a short while ago by the revolutionary decision of a certain continental Grand Lodge to change the fundamental faith of
the Order . This action is of so fatal a character to thc best interests of Masons , whether in their individual or in their corporate capacities , that it is wise in our assemblies to direct attention to it . I think , sir , that it is wise to make especial reference to it , on an occasion like tbe present , because if new lodges are to be continually added to the roll —if the splendid institution to which we owe allegiance is
to prosper now , and in the future , that prosperity and permanent stability must rest upon loyalty to the grand principles which has so long a time symbolized in our midst , and have been the guiding star of the Craft . We have been taught that Masonry is an universal temple , of which true and faithful brethren are the lively stones which externally contribute to its beauty . But we have
been taught also that its internal and real glory is due to the Supreme Divine Architect , who is enthroned over all , and fills the temple with the effulgent light of His attributes . If , however , the outside world is to be convinced that the principles of Masonry are of divine origin , and pure , and its requirements just , it will be by our clinging to this faith , and practising out of the lodge that which
we arc taught withm it . My brethren , I trust we arc all proud , in a proper sense , of the high distinction which proclaims us to be the polished stones of thc human family , who possess liberty of belief in that license , and wholesome regulations which join us together in a harmonious bond for active usefulness without offence to the conscience of any one . All of you , no doubt , remember
what was the one especial virtue which shone forth in the lives of ancient believers , of whom their vigilant enemies remarked " behold 1 how they love one another ! " These men endeavoured to practise what they had learned . Heaven-taught love was their distinguishing characteristic . Virtue , honour and mercy , or in one word brotherly love , divinely inspired , is ours . Love , and its practical exercise ,
commended them in the eyes of their adversaries , and if Masonry is to fulfil the work for which it is intended , it will be by a firm adherence to the ancient landmarks of the Order , by a close conformity , by modest and correct demeanour both within and without the walls of th « lodge , and by a careful maintenance in their fullest splendour , of those truly Masonic ornaments—benevolence and
charity . But in order that Masons may attain to all this , it is desirable that they should have thc opportunities of acquiring that knowledge which will fit them to do so j and this leads me to the second topic . It has been truly said , with respect to Masonic education that intelligent men cannot be carried through the various degrees without receiving impressions of mental anil moral , social and
relative obligations j that to this end , at each step of their advancement , tbey should be instructed in those principles which will assist them in thejbuilding up ot their manhood ; and that it is only where there is airy neglect in the teaching that individuals fail to comprehend the elevating and advancing character of the institution , and never grow into a living Masonic temple . One word then on
the subject which relates to a section of Masonic work which is too often made a secondary consideration , and is allowed to take in the minds of many candidates a lower place than bodily refreshment . I allude to thc too frequent omission of the Ancient Charges and Lectures on the Tracing Boards , including the Fifteen Sections of the Lectures . The Charges are , perhaps , less often omitted than the
Lectures , but is it not a rare thing in country lodges to hear the First ami Second Tracing Boards explained ? and s not their omission , in many instances , owing to a desire not to curtail the expected social gathering ? 1 am aware that liberty to omit them is accorded , if time will not permit ; but I presume that this liberty was not intended to make any i > ait of M ^ onic instruction in the lodge
subordinate to refreshment . These Lectures , delivered intelligently , accurately , anil modestly , are of inestimable value to young and old Masons alike , and it is a grievous loss when they are persistently omitted . They set forth most clearly the true principles of Masonry , and the signification of much that is very puzzling to beginners . They qualify men for office , and especially for thc highest and
Consecration Of The Ivanhoe Lodge, No. 1779.
most responsible position in the lodge . I will not take up any of your time by presuming to enumerate the numerous methods by which so detrimental a practice as that to which I have alluded may be obviated and dislodged ; they will naturally suggest themselves to your own minds . But I will conclude with thc expression of my belief that the founders of this new lodge are deeply impressed with the
truth , that the prosperity of a lodge does not depend upon its numbers , but on the high moral and intellectual tone which should pervade the body . May the title and the device of the shield borne on your banners , by its simple argent field , ever serve to remind you who have adopted them of honour and purity , the alleviation of distress , and chivalry in the protection and defence of innocence . Be assured
of our earnest hope that , both with regard to the present intended rulers of the Ivanhoe Lodge , and their successors in office to the end of time , the words , ( with our interpolated word ) of thc Lady Rowena , when conferring the reward of chivalry upon the victorious son of Cedric the Saxon , may be always true : " Upon brows more worthy could a wreath of [ Masonic ] chivalry never be placed . "
The ceremony of consecration being ended , that of installation was next taken in hand by Bro . Ensor Drury , P . M . 296 , P . G . W . ; and his manner of performing the duties of Installing Officer is too well known in the province to require commendation . The first W . M . is Bro . A . Hay , P . M . 139 , P . G . S . B . ; a veteran in the Craft , whose genial disposition has alway s
secured the respect and friendship of young and old alike . Under such aus pices the Ivanhoe may be fairly expected to be as prosperous as the sister lodges . Bros . Gatty and Radford , were appointed S . and J . Wardens respectively , Bros . Wright , Jos . Brailsford , Owen Gilbert Hay , J . A . Brailsford and Cooke , were appointed to the other offices . About eighty brethren afterwards dined in the banqueting room of the hall .
Dedication Of A Masonic Hall At Shipley.
DEDICATION OF A MASONIC HALL AT SHIPLEY .
( Continued from page 520 . ) The following is a copy of the address presented to the M . W . Pro Grand Master , thc Right Hon . Earl of Carnarvon : — Most Worshipful Pro Grand Master—The brethren of
this lotlge , being animated with a desire to promote the interests of Freemasonry , have caused these premises to be erected for their convenience and accommodation . They arc wishful , should the various arrangements meet with your lordship ' s approval and that of the H . W . Provincial Grand Master , that thc building should be solemnly dedicated to the purposes of our Order , according to the
ancient usages of the Craft ; and that your lordship will formally declare it open on this auspicious occasion . My lord , wilh sentiments of the heartiest welcome , the Worshipful Master and brethren of the Airedale Lodge , No . 387 , humbly beg your lordship to accept tbeir most sincere anil grateful thanks for the honour your lordship has condescended to do them by consenting to be present and take
part in the ceremonies of this day . The reality and worldwide usefulness of Freemasonry is sufficiently testified by its continual spread throughout all lands , and is especially identified in our own favoured country by the results of those labours which proceed from brotherly love . In this visit of your lordship we are prou 1 to recognise and acknowledge a noble example of that first grand principle
of Freemasonry , which cannot fail to support and animate us in all our Masonic duties . Although occupying so deservedly high and distinguished a position , no doubt your lordship finds a pleasure in being present ; and associated as your lordship ' s noble name will henceforth be with this lodge , it will also continually remind us , as members , to take especial care
that thc Airedale may be always woitby of the distinguished honour conferred upon it . One and all the brethren of this lodge feel ( so magnanimous has been your lordship ' s kindness ) that no words can adequately express their sentiments of gratitude towards your lordship , and they pray that by the providence of the Great Architect of the Universe your lordship may long be spared to devote
to Freemasonry that love and attachment to our illustrious institution , which , we believe , have entirely influenced your lordship to come amongst us , in so generous a manner , on this occasion . We most cordially rvish your lordship health , prosperity , and happiness ; and trust that this visit to Airedale will not be the least pleasureable of your lordship ' s Masonic experiences ; but that your lordship will
always be able to look back upon the proceedings of this day with feelings of unalloycd'satisfaction . Jn response to the toast of " The Right Hon . the Earl of Carnarvon , M . W . Pro Grand Master , " which was most enthusiastically received with loud and continuous cheering , his lordship said : —Worshipful Sir and brethren—It is with no common feeling of satisfaction I find myself
here to-day ; and it is also a great satisfaction to meet with so hearty a welcome . If there was one circumstance that could have pleased me more than another it is tbe pleasure of having my health proposed by one of the oldest members of the Airedale Lodge ; by one whom I am quite willing to accept as a representative brother . I thank the Airedale Lodge most heartily for their invitation ; 1 thank thc representatives of the Povincial Grand Lodge of West
Yorkshire who have attended here to-day ; and I thank all those representative brethren who have come to join in the interesting ceremony of to-day and to assi-t in giving me so hearty a welcome . I , too , share the icgrets that have already been expressed of the lack of accommodation ; but I rejoice to see so many here present . My knowledge of Yoikshire is , as yet , small , yet it is such as to teach me that no plainer , flanker speaking people lived than Yorkshire people , none who could give so hearty a welcome .
Dedication Of A Masonic Hall At Shipley.
The county possessed some of the best temporal gifts which God could send . Brethren , I cannot lay claim to an extended age in Masonry , as some around me can , but since I have been enrolled in its ranks I have taken considerable interest in its welfare . I can truly say I have never known the Craft in so prosperous a position . We are wealthy , we are powerful ; we are free from internal
strife ; and that is a condition of which ail who are in authority ought to be justly proud . May I qualify that remark , however , with one word of counsel , in a homely saying , " that times of prosperity are times of anxiety and watchfulness . " Our strength lies not in the number , or the wealth of our members ; it rather lies in our maintaining intact thc great principles of Freemasonry , in
standing steadfast to its great and good landmarks , in acting in whatever sphere we move , in our corporate and private capacities , honestly and honourably to its precepts . I am glad to have made your acquaintance to-day , and I shall carry away with me a lively recollection of to-day ' s ceremony and of your truly fraternal welcome . I trust the e ' ay may not be far distant when I may have another opportunity of speaking to you ( loud cheers ) , not then as a
half stranger , but as an old friend . One reason that takes me away so soon and so hurriedly to-day is thit I am going to see your late Provincial Grand Master , the Marquis of Ripon . He is an old and dear friend of mine . No one felt more deeply the loss we sustained by his secession from our Order than I . After many periods of doubts and anxiety did he decide on the action he took , and although I have no sympathy with his action , yet I believe he acted honestly and conscientiously to his convictions .
I am sure , brethren , it will be a source of satisfaction to him to know , as it is to me , that though his Masonic brethren disagreed with the action he took he had not forfeited their esteem . Allow me again to thank you , and I hope soon to meet you again . ( Loud and continued applause . ) His lordship again rose , and said : I rise to give you the
sentiment " Success to thc New HaU . " To no one could that task be more acceptable . May all the good omens which form a part of that strikingly interesting ceremony in which we have to-day taken part be accomplished in this lodge . May the oil of kindly feeling and brotherly goodwill ever make smooth the differences and dissensions our natures are prone to ; may the grain , thc symbol of
plenty , indicate the combined growth and prosperity 01 your lodge ; and may the salt , which symbolises " thc feast of reason and the flow of soul , " make your Masonic meetings pleasant and attractive . Accept my every good wish for your prosperity .
The toasts of " The Visitors , " " Tbe Worshipful Master , " " Past Masters , " "The Building Committee , " "The Secretary , " "The Musical Committee , " and last of all "All Poor and Distressed , " brought this red-letter day in the annals of Airedale Lodge to a truly harmonious and happy termination .
London Masonic Charity Association.
LONDON MASONIC CHARITY ASSOCIATION .
A special general meeting of this Association was held on Thursday , at Freemasons' Tavern , Col . Creaton in the chair . There were also present Bros . C . J . Perceval , Treasurer ; Rev . A . F . A . Woodford , and A . Tisley , Secretaries ; J . H . Southwood , Arthur E . Gladwell , Charles
Atkins , E . Mallett , Thomas Smith , and H . Massey ( Freemason ) . Bros . E . J . Jolliffe , Aldersgate Lodge ; W . P . Webbe , J . D . 138 ; and W . Dudson , were elected members of thc Association . An alteration was made in the bye-laws to tbe effect that when the funds in the hands of the Treasurer
amounted to £ 50 , a donation should be given to one of thc three Institutions , the votes for which were to be in the name of the Association . Another alteration was made as to the day of annual meeting . The annual subscriptions to be payable on the ist of May . Another alteration was made , giving members of the Association power to make suggestions .
At the election of officers Bro . the Rev . A . F . A . Woodford was elected Chairman of the Association , on the motion of Bro . Perceval , seconded by Bro . Mallett . Bro . Perceval was re-elected Treasurer , on the motion of Bro . Woodford , seconded by Bro . Gladwell . On the motion of Bro . Southwood , seconded by Bro . C . Akins , Bro . Erasmas Wilson , and the Rev . Dr . Brette , were re-elected
Vice-Chairmen . Bro . Tisley was re-elected Secretary on the motion of Bro . Woodford , seconded by Bro . Southwood ; Bro . James Willing was elected second Secretary . The Auditors elected were Bros . Gladwell and Southwood . The following brethren were appointed the Committee : — A . J . Altman , C . Atkins , J . W . Baldwin , A . Barfieb . ' , G . Graham Bell , T . Benskin , W . Bristo , A . Brookman , W .
S . Chapman , H . W . Dalwood , J . Faulkner , W . H . Froom , J . Glaisher , E . J . Goodacre , C . G . Gumpel , C . G . Hill , Dr . Jabez Hogg , J . Hollocombe , C . Horsley , G . Jones , G . Kenning , C . Lacey , S . F . Littell , E . Mallett , J . G . Marsh , H . Massey , W . Maxwell , T . Murley , W . [ . Murlis , J . Newton , J . B . Poole , T . Preston , Dr . F . W . H . Ramsay , H . H . Riach ,
S . Rosenthal , W . H . Saunders , W . D . Slyman , T . Smith , A . Treadwell , F . Tyerman , G . F . J . Warne , J . H . Watts , E . B . Webb , J . Webb , J . White , S . White . Bro . Perceval reported that as Treasurer he had in bank £ 18 3 s . 2 ( 1 . and £ 3 he had received that day . A vote of thanks to the Chairman for presiding concluded the proceedings .
Bro . the Ri ght Hon . Lord Methuen lias been presented with a handsome pair of candelabra by the brethren of Wilts , on the completion of his 25 th year o f office as Provincial Grand Master of Wiltshire .
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Consecration Of The Ivanhoe Lodge, No. 1779.
CONSECRATION OF THE IVANHOE LODGE , No . 1779 .
Tbe new Masonic Hall , Sheffield , was on Tuesday , Oct . 29 th , the scene of a busy gathering , the occasion being the consecration of a forth lodge in the town , under the novel title of the Ivanhoe . We may remark en passant that a little novelty in
lodge nomenclature is to be heartily welcomed . W . Bro . Tew , J . P ., D . P . G . M . of West Yorkshire , assisted by nearly the whole of the P . G . Officers , performed the ceremony of consecration in his usual impressive style , whilst the effect was further enhanced by the admirable manner in which Bro . C . Harvey , P . G . O ., and his staff rendered the musical portion .
The Rev . Bro . W . Col lins Lukis , P . G . C . ; delivered the following oration , which commended itself specially to the brethren for the very intelligent and thoughtful spirit in which the author dealt , though at no great length , with two prominent subjects of discussion in the Craft . I shall occupy your time for a few moments only , because another interesting ceremony is about to demand
your attention . I shall , therefore , allude to two topics merely , which , in my estimation , and I am confident in your estimation also , are of vital importance to the present well-being and future interests of the Craft . One relates to Masonic faith and its fruits ; the other to lodge practice ; and I am encouraged in the course I propose to take by the reflection that the founders of this new lodge are
welleducated men and able Masons , who have a desire to maintain , and hand on to others , the principles of the institution in all their truth , purity , and fulness . By them , I trust , I shall be acquitted of any intention to sermonize . 1 . The Freemasons of the United Kingdom were startled a short while ago by the revolutionary decision of a certain continental Grand Lodge to change the fundamental faith of
the Order . This action is of so fatal a character to thc best interests of Masons , whether in their individual or in their corporate capacities , that it is wise in our assemblies to direct attention to it . I think , sir , that it is wise to make especial reference to it , on an occasion like tbe present , because if new lodges are to be continually added to the roll —if the splendid institution to which we owe allegiance is
to prosper now , and in the future , that prosperity and permanent stability must rest upon loyalty to the grand principles which has so long a time symbolized in our midst , and have been the guiding star of the Craft . We have been taught that Masonry is an universal temple , of which true and faithful brethren are the lively stones which externally contribute to its beauty . But we have
been taught also that its internal and real glory is due to the Supreme Divine Architect , who is enthroned over all , and fills the temple with the effulgent light of His attributes . If , however , the outside world is to be convinced that the principles of Masonry are of divine origin , and pure , and its requirements just , it will be by our clinging to this faith , and practising out of the lodge that which
we arc taught withm it . My brethren , I trust we arc all proud , in a proper sense , of the high distinction which proclaims us to be the polished stones of thc human family , who possess liberty of belief in that license , and wholesome regulations which join us together in a harmonious bond for active usefulness without offence to the conscience of any one . All of you , no doubt , remember
what was the one especial virtue which shone forth in the lives of ancient believers , of whom their vigilant enemies remarked " behold 1 how they love one another ! " These men endeavoured to practise what they had learned . Heaven-taught love was their distinguishing characteristic . Virtue , honour and mercy , or in one word brotherly love , divinely inspired , is ours . Love , and its practical exercise ,
commended them in the eyes of their adversaries , and if Masonry is to fulfil the work for which it is intended , it will be by a firm adherence to the ancient landmarks of the Order , by a close conformity , by modest and correct demeanour both within and without the walls of th « lodge , and by a careful maintenance in their fullest splendour , of those truly Masonic ornaments—benevolence and
charity . But in order that Masons may attain to all this , it is desirable that they should have thc opportunities of acquiring that knowledge which will fit them to do so j and this leads me to the second topic . It has been truly said , with respect to Masonic education that intelligent men cannot be carried through the various degrees without receiving impressions of mental anil moral , social and
relative obligations j that to this end , at each step of their advancement , tbey should be instructed in those principles which will assist them in thejbuilding up ot their manhood ; and that it is only where there is airy neglect in the teaching that individuals fail to comprehend the elevating and advancing character of the institution , and never grow into a living Masonic temple . One word then on
the subject which relates to a section of Masonic work which is too often made a secondary consideration , and is allowed to take in the minds of many candidates a lower place than bodily refreshment . I allude to thc too frequent omission of the Ancient Charges and Lectures on the Tracing Boards , including the Fifteen Sections of the Lectures . The Charges are , perhaps , less often omitted than the
Lectures , but is it not a rare thing in country lodges to hear the First ami Second Tracing Boards explained ? and s not their omission , in many instances , owing to a desire not to curtail the expected social gathering ? 1 am aware that liberty to omit them is accorded , if time will not permit ; but I presume that this liberty was not intended to make any i > ait of M ^ onic instruction in the lodge
subordinate to refreshment . These Lectures , delivered intelligently , accurately , anil modestly , are of inestimable value to young and old Masons alike , and it is a grievous loss when they are persistently omitted . They set forth most clearly the true principles of Masonry , and the signification of much that is very puzzling to beginners . They qualify men for office , and especially for thc highest and
Consecration Of The Ivanhoe Lodge, No. 1779.
most responsible position in the lodge . I will not take up any of your time by presuming to enumerate the numerous methods by which so detrimental a practice as that to which I have alluded may be obviated and dislodged ; they will naturally suggest themselves to your own minds . But I will conclude with thc expression of my belief that the founders of this new lodge are deeply impressed with the
truth , that the prosperity of a lodge does not depend upon its numbers , but on the high moral and intellectual tone which should pervade the body . May the title and the device of the shield borne on your banners , by its simple argent field , ever serve to remind you who have adopted them of honour and purity , the alleviation of distress , and chivalry in the protection and defence of innocence . Be assured
of our earnest hope that , both with regard to the present intended rulers of the Ivanhoe Lodge , and their successors in office to the end of time , the words , ( with our interpolated word ) of thc Lady Rowena , when conferring the reward of chivalry upon the victorious son of Cedric the Saxon , may be always true : " Upon brows more worthy could a wreath of [ Masonic ] chivalry never be placed . "
The ceremony of consecration being ended , that of installation was next taken in hand by Bro . Ensor Drury , P . M . 296 , P . G . W . ; and his manner of performing the duties of Installing Officer is too well known in the province to require commendation . The first W . M . is Bro . A . Hay , P . M . 139 , P . G . S . B . ; a veteran in the Craft , whose genial disposition has alway s
secured the respect and friendship of young and old alike . Under such aus pices the Ivanhoe may be fairly expected to be as prosperous as the sister lodges . Bros . Gatty and Radford , were appointed S . and J . Wardens respectively , Bros . Wright , Jos . Brailsford , Owen Gilbert Hay , J . A . Brailsford and Cooke , were appointed to the other offices . About eighty brethren afterwards dined in the banqueting room of the hall .
Dedication Of A Masonic Hall At Shipley.
DEDICATION OF A MASONIC HALL AT SHIPLEY .
( Continued from page 520 . ) The following is a copy of the address presented to the M . W . Pro Grand Master , thc Right Hon . Earl of Carnarvon : — Most Worshipful Pro Grand Master—The brethren of
this lotlge , being animated with a desire to promote the interests of Freemasonry , have caused these premises to be erected for their convenience and accommodation . They arc wishful , should the various arrangements meet with your lordship ' s approval and that of the H . W . Provincial Grand Master , that thc building should be solemnly dedicated to the purposes of our Order , according to the
ancient usages of the Craft ; and that your lordship will formally declare it open on this auspicious occasion . My lord , wilh sentiments of the heartiest welcome , the Worshipful Master and brethren of the Airedale Lodge , No . 387 , humbly beg your lordship to accept tbeir most sincere anil grateful thanks for the honour your lordship has condescended to do them by consenting to be present and take
part in the ceremonies of this day . The reality and worldwide usefulness of Freemasonry is sufficiently testified by its continual spread throughout all lands , and is especially identified in our own favoured country by the results of those labours which proceed from brotherly love . In this visit of your lordship we are prou 1 to recognise and acknowledge a noble example of that first grand principle
of Freemasonry , which cannot fail to support and animate us in all our Masonic duties . Although occupying so deservedly high and distinguished a position , no doubt your lordship finds a pleasure in being present ; and associated as your lordship ' s noble name will henceforth be with this lodge , it will also continually remind us , as members , to take especial care
that thc Airedale may be always woitby of the distinguished honour conferred upon it . One and all the brethren of this lodge feel ( so magnanimous has been your lordship ' s kindness ) that no words can adequately express their sentiments of gratitude towards your lordship , and they pray that by the providence of the Great Architect of the Universe your lordship may long be spared to devote
to Freemasonry that love and attachment to our illustrious institution , which , we believe , have entirely influenced your lordship to come amongst us , in so generous a manner , on this occasion . We most cordially rvish your lordship health , prosperity , and happiness ; and trust that this visit to Airedale will not be the least pleasureable of your lordship ' s Masonic experiences ; but that your lordship will
always be able to look back upon the proceedings of this day with feelings of unalloycd'satisfaction . Jn response to the toast of " The Right Hon . the Earl of Carnarvon , M . W . Pro Grand Master , " which was most enthusiastically received with loud and continuous cheering , his lordship said : —Worshipful Sir and brethren—It is with no common feeling of satisfaction I find myself
here to-day ; and it is also a great satisfaction to meet with so hearty a welcome . If there was one circumstance that could have pleased me more than another it is tbe pleasure of having my health proposed by one of the oldest members of the Airedale Lodge ; by one whom I am quite willing to accept as a representative brother . I thank the Airedale Lodge most heartily for their invitation ; 1 thank thc representatives of the Povincial Grand Lodge of West
Yorkshire who have attended here to-day ; and I thank all those representative brethren who have come to join in the interesting ceremony of to-day and to assi-t in giving me so hearty a welcome . I , too , share the icgrets that have already been expressed of the lack of accommodation ; but I rejoice to see so many here present . My knowledge of Yoikshire is , as yet , small , yet it is such as to teach me that no plainer , flanker speaking people lived than Yorkshire people , none who could give so hearty a welcome .
Dedication Of A Masonic Hall At Shipley.
The county possessed some of the best temporal gifts which God could send . Brethren , I cannot lay claim to an extended age in Masonry , as some around me can , but since I have been enrolled in its ranks I have taken considerable interest in its welfare . I can truly say I have never known the Craft in so prosperous a position . We are wealthy , we are powerful ; we are free from internal
strife ; and that is a condition of which ail who are in authority ought to be justly proud . May I qualify that remark , however , with one word of counsel , in a homely saying , " that times of prosperity are times of anxiety and watchfulness . " Our strength lies not in the number , or the wealth of our members ; it rather lies in our maintaining intact thc great principles of Freemasonry , in
standing steadfast to its great and good landmarks , in acting in whatever sphere we move , in our corporate and private capacities , honestly and honourably to its precepts . I am glad to have made your acquaintance to-day , and I shall carry away with me a lively recollection of to-day ' s ceremony and of your truly fraternal welcome . I trust the e ' ay may not be far distant when I may have another opportunity of speaking to you ( loud cheers ) , not then as a
half stranger , but as an old friend . One reason that takes me away so soon and so hurriedly to-day is thit I am going to see your late Provincial Grand Master , the Marquis of Ripon . He is an old and dear friend of mine . No one felt more deeply the loss we sustained by his secession from our Order than I . After many periods of doubts and anxiety did he decide on the action he took , and although I have no sympathy with his action , yet I believe he acted honestly and conscientiously to his convictions .
I am sure , brethren , it will be a source of satisfaction to him to know , as it is to me , that though his Masonic brethren disagreed with the action he took he had not forfeited their esteem . Allow me again to thank you , and I hope soon to meet you again . ( Loud and continued applause . ) His lordship again rose , and said : I rise to give you the
sentiment " Success to thc New HaU . " To no one could that task be more acceptable . May all the good omens which form a part of that strikingly interesting ceremony in which we have to-day taken part be accomplished in this lodge . May the oil of kindly feeling and brotherly goodwill ever make smooth the differences and dissensions our natures are prone to ; may the grain , thc symbol of
plenty , indicate the combined growth and prosperity 01 your lodge ; and may the salt , which symbolises " thc feast of reason and the flow of soul , " make your Masonic meetings pleasant and attractive . Accept my every good wish for your prosperity .
The toasts of " The Visitors , " " Tbe Worshipful Master , " " Past Masters , " "The Building Committee , " "The Secretary , " "The Musical Committee , " and last of all "All Poor and Distressed , " brought this red-letter day in the annals of Airedale Lodge to a truly harmonious and happy termination .
London Masonic Charity Association.
LONDON MASONIC CHARITY ASSOCIATION .
A special general meeting of this Association was held on Thursday , at Freemasons' Tavern , Col . Creaton in the chair . There were also present Bros . C . J . Perceval , Treasurer ; Rev . A . F . A . Woodford , and A . Tisley , Secretaries ; J . H . Southwood , Arthur E . Gladwell , Charles
Atkins , E . Mallett , Thomas Smith , and H . Massey ( Freemason ) . Bros . E . J . Jolliffe , Aldersgate Lodge ; W . P . Webbe , J . D . 138 ; and W . Dudson , were elected members of thc Association . An alteration was made in the bye-laws to tbe effect that when the funds in the hands of the Treasurer
amounted to £ 50 , a donation should be given to one of thc three Institutions , the votes for which were to be in the name of the Association . Another alteration was made as to the day of annual meeting . The annual subscriptions to be payable on the ist of May . Another alteration was made , giving members of the Association power to make suggestions .
At the election of officers Bro . the Rev . A . F . A . Woodford was elected Chairman of the Association , on the motion of Bro . Perceval , seconded by Bro . Mallett . Bro . Perceval was re-elected Treasurer , on the motion of Bro . Woodford , seconded by Bro . Gladwell . On the motion of Bro . Southwood , seconded by Bro . C . Akins , Bro . Erasmas Wilson , and the Rev . Dr . Brette , were re-elected
Vice-Chairmen . Bro . Tisley was re-elected Secretary on the motion of Bro . Woodford , seconded by Bro . Southwood ; Bro . James Willing was elected second Secretary . The Auditors elected were Bros . Gladwell and Southwood . The following brethren were appointed the Committee : — A . J . Altman , C . Atkins , J . W . Baldwin , A . Barfieb . ' , G . Graham Bell , T . Benskin , W . Bristo , A . Brookman , W .
S . Chapman , H . W . Dalwood , J . Faulkner , W . H . Froom , J . Glaisher , E . J . Goodacre , C . G . Gumpel , C . G . Hill , Dr . Jabez Hogg , J . Hollocombe , C . Horsley , G . Jones , G . Kenning , C . Lacey , S . F . Littell , E . Mallett , J . G . Marsh , H . Massey , W . Maxwell , T . Murley , W . [ . Murlis , J . Newton , J . B . Poole , T . Preston , Dr . F . W . H . Ramsay , H . H . Riach ,
S . Rosenthal , W . H . Saunders , W . D . Slyman , T . Smith , A . Treadwell , F . Tyerman , G . F . J . Warne , J . H . Watts , E . B . Webb , J . Webb , J . White , S . White . Bro . Perceval reported that as Treasurer he had in bank £ 18 3 s . 2 ( 1 . and £ 3 he had received that day . A vote of thanks to the Chairman for presiding concluded the proceedings .
Bro . the Ri ght Hon . Lord Methuen lias been presented with a handsome pair of candelabra by the brethren of Wilts , on the completion of his 25 th year o f office as Provincial Grand Master of Wiltshire .