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BATH . —Royal Cumberland Chapter ( No . 41 ) . —The first meeting of the season was held at the Masonic Hall , on Tuesday , Nov . 2 ist , when the attendance was very limited , probably because there was no ceremony of exaltation on the agenda . Present : Ex . Comps . James Parfitt , Z . ; Tompson , H . ; Carey , J . ; G . Parfitt , P . Z . ; Keene , P . Z . ; Dr . Hopkins , P . Z . ; Moutrie , P . Z . and

Treas . ; Hill , E . ; Heam , N . ; Brown , P . Soj ; Gummer , as S . Soj . ; Hunt , as J . Soj . ; and Bigwood , Janitor . After the opening of the chapter and the confirmation of previous minutes , nominations to office for next year were made , each of the above being advanced one step , for whom the ballot will take place at the next convocation . Comps . Keene , Dr . Hopkins , Hill , and Brown were chosen

to form the Audit committee , and Ex . Comp . Dr . Hopkins was requested to conduct the ceremony of installation of the Principals . The Treasurer gave notice of a proposition to grant £ 10 from the funds to the Masonic Benevolent Institutions . No other business offering , the chapter was closed at 9 o ' clock . SHEERNESS . —Adam ' s Chapter ( No . 158 ) . —

The installation meeting of this ancient chapter was held at the Masonic Rooms , Victoria Hall , Sheerness-on-Sea , on Tuesday , the 28 th ult . Present , E . Comps . N . Pannell , M . E . Z . ; A . Spears , P . Z . ; S . L . Townsend , P . Z . and P . T . ; J . Bagshaw , P . Z . and E ., and Comps . E . Penney , J . Mitchell , W . Garrett , & c . The business of the chapter was to instal the Principals and invest the

¦ officers for the ensuing year . E . Comp . Spears , P . Z . and Treas ., in his usual efficient manner acted as Installing Officer , and re-installed E . Comp . W . Panne 11 , M . E . Z . for the ensuing year . The Installing Officer having been chosen H ., was duly installed by E . Comp . Bagshaw , P . Z ., after which E . Comp . Spears installed E . Comp . J . Woodley , J ., and duly invested the following officers of the

chapter : Comps . Bagshaw ( third year ) , S . E . ; Mitchell , S . N . ; Spears , Treas . ; Penney , P . S . ; Garrett , ist A . S ., and Akhurst , Janitor . The remaining routine business of the evening having been completed , and the chapter duly and solemnly closed , the companions partook of a most excellent repast , provided by Mrs . Green , of the Britannia Hotel , widow of the late E . Comp . John Green , P . Z . The

banquet was presided over by the M . E . Z ., Comp . Pannell , and the usual loyal and Masonic toasts were proposed and drank with enthusiasm . CAVEAC CHAPTER ( No . 176 ) . —On Saturday , the 2 ? th November , at the Albion , Aldcrsgate-street , City , the regular convocation was held . There were . present Comps . W . S . Wyman , M . E . Z . ; J . B .

Sorrell , J . ; G . K . Lemann , II . ; and other officers . Bro . Charles Graham , 1326 and IS 40 lodges , was exalted . The elections resulted in Comps . G . rC . Lemann being -elected Z . ; J . B . Sorrell , H ; Wike Goss , J . ; F . Walters , P . Z ., Treas . ; R . P . Hooton , S . E . ; S . Pownceby , S . N . ; R . P . Tcbb , P . S . ; and C . T . Speight , Janitor . G . K . Lemann , P . Z ., was inducted into the

M . K . / . ' s chair . He installed Comps . J . B . Sorrell , H . ; XV . M . Goss , J . He invested with the robe , collar , anil jewel of office , as his officers , Comps . F . Walters , P . Z ., Treas . ( reinvested for the 10 th time ); R . P . Hooton , S . E . ; S . Po , vnceby , S . N . ; R . P . Tcbb , P . S ., who appointed and invested Comps . A . Williams , ist A . S . ; C . Browne , 2 nd A . S . The M . E . Z . appointed H . Faija ,

D . C ; A . Middlemass , W . S . j C . T . Speight , Janitor ( re-invested lothtime ) . A splendid P . Z . 's jewel was presented to Comp , W . S . Wyman , P . Z ., for his exertions in doing the work of the past year , which had been unanimously voted to him from the chapter funds at a previous meeting . Comp . R . P . Hooton , S . E ., was unanimously elected as Steward to represent this chapter at the Royal

Masonic Benevolent Institution for Male and Female Anmuitants . The work rendered by every officer was done in an admirable manner . Comp . G . K . Lemann particularly distinguished himself in doing the installations in a careful correct style . Business ended , the lodge was closed . There were present Comps . C . T . Dorey , P . Z . ; P . A . Naime , P-Z ; M . Scott , P . Z . ; R . S . Foreman , P . Z .

W . r . Lover , R . Griggs , W . Jameson , J . H . Dodson , J . B . Sorrell , jun ., F . Peitwec , and others . Visitors : iComps . H . Garrod , P . Z . 507 ; Vockins , J . 1 329 j ¦ Stacey , P . Z . ; and others . Banquet and dessert . The new furniture , used for the first time , was very much admired . It was complete in every detail . The chapter was closed , and adjourned to February , 1877 .

WHITTINGTON CHAPTER ( No . 862 ) . —The first meeting of the season of this prosperous chapter was held at Anderton ' s Hotel , Fleet-street , on Friday , ist inst . The convocation was opened by Comp . W . Stephens , P . Z . 136 5 , and H . of this Chapter , in the absence of the M . E . Z ., Comps . J . Weaver , P . Z ., acting as H ., and T . Kingston ,

. 1 . In the course of the meeting Comp . W . J . Hargrave Jones , M . E . Z ., was also present . The auditors' report was received and adopted , showing a balance , though small , on the right side . Comp . W . Stephens then installed Comp . J . Kingston , J ., as H . for the next year . Comp . Tinney , the J . elect , having telegraphed from Reading hat he had missed the train , and was unable to attend in

-imc for installation , it was therefore deferred until the February convocation . Comp . W . Stephens was then inducted to the ist P . ' s chair by Comp . Jas . Weaver , P . Z , The following officers were then invested : —Comps , Weaver , Scribe E . ; Moore , Scribe N . ; W . J . Murlis , P : Soj . ; John High , istAsst . ; W . H . Norman , 2 nd Asst . ;

Gilbert , Janitor . 3 ro . S . B . Uilmot , S . W . No . 874 , Punbridgc Wells , was then exalted to the Supreme Degree ° f Royal Arch Masonry , the lecture being most ably rendered . Comp . Ch . Walker , W . M . of the Whittington Lodge , was then balloted for and admitted a member of 'he chapter . A letter was read from Comp , Hurlstone , P . Z . ( who had been attacked with paralysis ) , resigning

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his membership . He being nearly 90 years of age , for his former valuable services it was resolved to continue his name as an honorary member . There being no other business before the chapter , it was closed in ancient form . Amongst the visitors were Comps . E . C . Woodward , of the Hermes Chapter ; Levi , Joppa Chapter ; and H . Mayes , Constitutional Chapter . An excellent banquet

followed the working of the chapter . Ihe usual loyal and R . A . toasts wcre given from the chair , and "The Health of the M . E . Z . " proposed by Comp . Hargrave Jones , P . Z . The M . E . ^ . returned thanks , and acknowledged the honour conferred in placing him in the position of ist Principal of the Chapter . "The Newly-Exalted Companion" followed , and that companion expressed his

admiration of the ceremony , which had left a profound impression on his mind not readily forgotten . " The Visitors " wcre proposed and warmly received , each of whom responded . "The Health of the Past Principals" was then proposed by the M . E . Z ., and was followed by the presentation of a superb jewel to Bro . H . Jones , the retiring M . E . Z . Comp . Stephens remarked that he would

have been pleased had it been possible for some companion of more influence to have performed this duty , but , being in the chair , lie would concede to no one that privilege . Those who had the pleasure of knowing Comp . Jones in the lodge , as well as the chapter , knew his worth , and recognised his services , and he trusted ( and felt sure the companions reciprocated these feelings ) that he might

be spared for very many years to enjoy their good opinions . Comp . Jones returned suitable thanks for this recognition of his services , and trusted to enjoy the good wishes expressed , and that the chapter might continue in its present prosperity . Comp . Walker returned thanks for admitting him a member . "The Officers " followed , and each responded . Some excellent vocal music enlivened the

proceedings of the evening . OXFORD . — -Alfred Chapter ( No . 340 ) . —The senior chapter in the province held its first convocation of the season at the Masonic Hall , Alfred-street , on Tuesday , 21 st ult ,, the three Principals , Comps . G . T . Prior , M . E . Z . ; J . T . Morland , H . ; Walter Thompson , J ., presiding , there being a good attendance of companions .

Ihe interesting ritual was ably rendered by the ist Principal , Comp . G . T . Prior , M . E . Z ., who then withdrew from the chapter . Duiing his absence a jewel of the value of ten guineas was voted to him for his many valuable services to the chapter . On his return he was informed of it , and having given a suitable reply the chapter was closed in due form , after several candidates had been

proposed for the next meeting . WELLS . — Avalon Chapter ( No . 446 ) . — On Tuesday , 21 st Nov ., this chapter met at Wells , under the" guidance of E . Comp . R . C . Else , as M . E . Z . ; Comp . Capt . A . T . Perkins , as H . ; and Comp . E . Bath , as J . ; when Bros . John Arney , Chas . W . Sayer , P . Clarke , and J . Woodward were exalted by the M . E . Z . The

following companions were then duly installed as Principals for the ensuing jcar -. —Comps . Capt . A . T . Perkins , as M . E . Z . ; E . BaU \ as II . ; C . L . F . Edwards , as J . The ceremony was performed by E . Comp . Capt . S . G . Homfray , P . Standard Bearer of S . G . C ., and P . G . H . of Monmouthshire , one of the founders of the chapter . The chapter was closed in harmony .

Archæological Section Of The Falcon Lodge, Thirsk.

ARCH ? OLOGICAL SECTION OF THE FALCON LODGE , THIRSK .

On Wednesday , the 29 th ult ., the members visited Kirkby Knowle , and were courteously and hospitably received by the rector , the Rev . L . S . Kenny , M . A ., who conducted them through the church and read an interesting paper on its history and objects of interest .

I his was possibly one of the primitive buildings of the Northumbrian Church , anil was dedicated to St . Wilfrid of York , but nothing remains of the original structure except the chancel arch , lancet pointed early English , which has been built into the noith wall of the chancel ; and a few relics which were found when the foundations were cleared for building thi church , the second time , in 1873 . A rude holy-water stoup , a piscina , some ancient

grave stones , a stone cofhn , two curious stone crosses , and some sculptured Runic characters were pointed out and examined . Rubbings were taken from several brass plates which are fixed in the floor in front of the altar rails , and which bear crests and inscriptions relating to the families of Danby , Rokeby and Buxton , who formerly were the possessors of the new building , and which was originally known as Kirkby Knowle Castle .

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" I 111 ; GRAPHIC , " We all of us now know the " Graphic , " and know it some of us well . Though comparatively a young literary aspirant , it has already come to the front rank , and has obtained a large circulation at home and abroad . And we do not wonder at it , as it is a most interesting , amusing , well edited , happily illustrated journal , and commends

itself weekly to the tastes and good opinion of thousands of readeis . Its editorial articles are marked by plain English common sense , and are often striking , by reason of their quiet sarcasm , but patriotic sympathies . We may say that we read it regularly ourselves , and are always pleased and improved and edified by the perusal . Wc

have seen the Chiistmas number , and most heartily do we commend it to the notice of our readers . They will enjoy it as much as we did , we feel sure , and put it down with pleasurable emotions and a hearty laugh . The stories are all excellent in their way . Many of us will feel deeply for poor little " Mim , " a very affecting talc , prettily

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told . Mr . Anthony Trollope ' s "Mrs . Brown" will create some hearty merriment , and Mr . Speight's "Grass Widow , " let us hope , will serve as a warning to spooney young men . The engravings arc first cla .-. s , and My Grandfather ' s Sketches are very effective indeed . From first to last the Christinas " Graphic" is a jrrcat success , and we

congratulate the publisher on its appropriate character and seasonable appearance . Wc feel sure that it will be a popular addition to our Christmas serial literature , and we venture to predict for it ( though we do not profess to set up for prophets ) a very large circle of interested and gratified readers , both old and young .

Presentation To Bro. William Worrell, P.M., &C.

PRESENTATION TO BRO . WILLIAM WORRELL , P . M ., & c .

A pleasing ceremony in connection with Freemasonry took place at the Salutation Tavern , Newgate-street , on Wednesday , the 29 th November , Bro . William Worrell , P . M . cf the William Preston Lodge , and P . Z . of the R . A . Chapter attached thereto , also Secretary to the Royal

Albert Orphan Asylum , having recently become a Benedict . The occasion was considered an auspicious one to present that worthy brother with some token of the esteem in which he is held by all who have the pleasure of his acquaintance . Accordingly a movement was set on foot by the members of the lodge and chapter to present him with an address , and also with something more

substantial . The proposition met with a ready response , a foreign nobleman , who is a member of the lodge , heading the list of subscribers with a handsome sum , others followed suit , and soon a goodly amount was raised and laid out in the purchase of a handsome tea and coffee service , spoons , knives and forks , and other table requisites , which , with the address beautifully illuminated , was

presented at a dinner , which took place on the day and at the place above referred to . The chair was occupied by Bro . Capt . Kain , also a P . M . and P . Z . of the same lodge and chapter , the vice-chair being occupied by Bro . John Pringle , the l . P . M . Among those present we noticed Bros . J . R . Williams , F . G . Barns , W . T . Rickwood , Dr . Cutmore , Manfield Newton , A . Le Grand ,

R . Sutcliff , H . F . Partridge , J . Collens , W . Drake , G . Castle . E . B . Broomhill , Sec . On the removal of the cloth the usual loyal and patriotic toasts were proposed and drank with acclamation , Bro . Rickwood responding for the Reserve Forces . At length the chairman and vice-chairman rose to do honour to the toast of the evening , " Health and Happiness to Bro . Worrell and his

accomplished Bride . " The chairman spoke in warm and feeling terms of the combination of good qualities possessed by their guest , in whose honour they had that evening assembled . " I have seldom in my long career , " said the chairman , " met with a man so young who in so short a time has attained such high honours in Masonry . I was present at his initiation when just of age , and well

remember his eloquent speech in which he endeavoured to express his delight at being brought to the light of Freemasonry , and in which speech he registered a vow to do his best to become a good man and a good Mason . Brethren , he has kept that vow . He was and is a good and true man , and

having worked through all the offices with marked ability , has , as you well know , become a good Mason , and has attained , as I have said , high honours . I have now the great pleasure , sir ( addressing Bro . Worrell ) , toprtsjnt you with the following address , signed by the subscribers to the fund : —

' 10 the Worshipful Bro . William Worrell , Past Master of the William Preston Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons , and Past First Principal of the Royal Arch Chapter attached thereto . We , the undersigned members , being desirous of bearing testimony to your Masonic ability and to your personal worth , and to the great esteem in which you are held , accept the

opportunity afforded by your auspicious marriage to present you with this address , which is accompanied by a tea and coffee service , and other requisites for your hospitable table . We offer our warm congratulations on the happy event , and desire to express our " hearty good wishes" that you and your accomplished bride may have a long life of happiness and prospeiity . '

I also have great pleasure , sir , in presenting you with a handsome box containing a tea and coffee service and other requisites for your table , and long may you and your bride live to use them . "—Bro . Worrell , on rising to respond , was greeted with loud applause , the cheers being again and again renewed . It was with evident emotion he returned thanks , saying that he felt almost overpowered

at such manifestations of great kindness . " It is true , " said he , " I have worked hard at Freemasonry , and I have been amply rewarded by the high offices that have been conferred upon me ; it is also true that I have endeavoured to do my duty as a citizen of the world , and I have been also amply rewarded by the esteem of my friends , as shewn by the flatteiing address you have been so kind as

to present to me , and as shewn by the splendid present accompanying it . I shall ever look upon them with pride . They would serve , if I required it , as a further stimulus to do my duty , and 1 hope to hand them down , with their lustre untarnished , to my descendants . On behalf of my bride I also offer my sincere thanks . She desires me to say she feels proud that the husband of her choice has earned the esteem of his fellow men . Brethren , I can say

no more—words fail mc to express all I feel ; I can but say , God bless you all ! " Bro . Worrell then proposed the health of the chairman , which was very warmly responded to and as warmly replied to . The vice-chairman ' s health and other toasts followed in due succession , excellent songs were sang , and it may truly be said that on few occasions was a more enjoyable evening ever passed , the chairman saying as a parting advice to the bachelors present , " Go and do thou likewise . "