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my memory as many parts of the ritual itself . I cannot but think it will be found to be to the advantage of this lodge to have a custom or tradition that future members will look back upon with pride , when time has invested it with interest , and proud associations are linked with its memory . For myself , I have a profound veneration for that which is old and ancient , whether it be in the more

material relics of age , or in the abstract antiquity of a custom , and a lodge which can produce an unbroken record of such an Institution as this develops a prestige that cannot fail to have a good effect on its members nnd make them feel proud of their lodge . You have laboured and I have laboured for what each considered the best interests of this lodge , and we are endeavouring to raise it

to a position that every member shall feel it an honour to belong to it . What I do may be but little , what you do may be but little ; but if all do but a little 1 feel assured the career of Chine Lodge will be a prosperous one . Possibly some of you may think this little that I am attempting to do is marking out for this lodge a novel and unique position . I grant that it is as far as the Isle of Wight is

concerned , but this is a custom that is to be found in some of the London lodges . I trust , brethren , that this cup will be passed round at the initiation banquet over many whom we shall be proud to welcome as members . It will certainly be presently passed round at the banquet for the first time to drink to the health of one whom I have felt proud to initiate into this lodge , and of whom I shall speak later on .

I hope when this custom is established it will never be allowed to drop , but that the brethren will have sufficient veneration for it to continue it , and whatever may be the principles of the members in the distant future , I trust they will fill it with ginger ale , if they have conscientious scruples of putting anything stronger into it . I will conclude these few remarks with a memorable yet beautiful

qnotation from a speech Professor Tyndall once made , and say , I hope the custom will be carried out in Chine Lodge " when you and I , like streaks of morning cloud , have melted into the infinite azure of the past . " This sentiment evoked loud applause from the brethren . The loving cup was manufactured by Bro . Geo . Kenning ; it had three handles , and was ornamented with Masonic

emblems engraven on it , and was much admired by the brethren . Engraven on it were these words : " The Chine Lodge Loving Cup , presented to the Chine Lodge by Bro . Alfred Greenham , W . M ., March 25 th , 1 SS 6 . " Bro . Francis Newman , P . M ., rose to propose a vote of thanks to the W . M . [ with very much pleasure . It was indeed a very handsome present , and one which every

member of the lodge would appreciate . It showed the thoughtfulness of the W . M ., and the interest he took in the lodge to initiate the custom , which he quite approved of , and which he believed would have a good effect in the lodge . It was , as the W . M . observed , a novelty for the Isle of Wight , as no other lodge in it had such a custom ; yet as time went on he felt sure the custom would be

retained , and demonstrate the thoughtful care the W . M . had in introducing it into the lodge . Bro . Francis Cooper , P . M ., Treas ., and P . G . S ., seconded the vote of thanks . He was quite sure every one witnessed the zeal their W . M . was showing for the Chine Lodge with admiration ; his interest in the lodge and his endeavours to promote its prosperity , he could almost say seemed to have

no bounds . Last lodge he made a presentation which not only pleased , but startled the members , when it was found to be the old Bye Laws with the P . G . Master's signature confirming them , which had been lost many years ; and now , that night , he presented them with a loving cup , the value of which he _ know must be considerable . Words failed him to express his pleasure at the zeal he was showing for

Masonry generally , and especially the interesthe was taking in this lodge . _ The Worshipful Master having thanked the brethren for their hearty vote of thanks , said it gave him much pleasure to find his proposed custom was appreciated by all the brethren . Bro . A . H . Brown then rose and presented the lodge with two handsome paintings and two ornamental jars . The

paintings were done by his daughter , and illuminated with appropriate quotations from the charge given to the Initiate . The W . M . said : It is with considerable pleasure that I propose a vote of thanks to Bro . Brown for his kind gifts . I am quite sure when thebrethren examine them they will not only appreciate and value them , but think

that talent and ger . ius have been shown by Bro . Brown's daughter . They will ornament our lodge room and serve at the same time to inculcate the useful lessons of Benevolence and Charity . At the last lodge 1 made a speech and told the brethren the more they could adorn the lodge with objects of Masonic art , the more they would weave round it a feeling of pride and honour . A few days after , Bro .

Brown intimated his intention of presenting these paintings . Brethren , that is the first speech of mine which has produced such ready and good fruits , and will encourage me on some future occasion to make another . I know that considerable time and labour have been expended over them , and I trust Bro . Brown will convey to his daughter our sincere appreciation of her talents used for the benefit

of Chine Lodge . Bro . A . F . Swayne , J . D ., seconded the vote of thanks , and spoke in high terms of the talents displayed , and hoped the present of the jars would not inaugurate family jars with the lodge . Bro . Brown responded , and the lodge adjourned to partake of a banquet , when the usual loyal toasts were given . Previous to the loving cup being passed round , theW . M .,

Bro . Alfred Greenham , proposed "The Health of the Initiate , Bro . Herbert Ambrose Matthews . " He said , today , I felt a great pleasure in having initiated one whom I might call the friend of my youth , one whom 1 have known for so many years , and whose associations with me have not always been of so solemn a character as to-day , and yet we have preserved an unbroken continuity of friendship ,

such friendship as a few of us have formed in Sea View , arcclannish in theircharacter , and exclusive in theirpractice , and , brethren , if I can leave this lodge with a few of my personal friends from my old home , it will indeed make our monthly meetings pleasurable to me , while you I am quite sure will find them excellent members . The health of the Initiate was then drunk with great enthusiasm .

EPPING . —Epping Lodge ( No . 2077 ) . —An emergency meeting of this flourishing young lodge was held on Saturday , the 3 rd inst ., at the Cock Hotel . There were present Bros . J . Salmon , W . M . ; J . Woodrow , S . W . ;

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Fraser , S . D . ; J . London , J . D . ; J . Lewis , I . P . M . ; J . D . Acworth , P . M ., Treas . ; G . Dance , P . M ., Sec . ; Lawrence , I . G . ; and a number of members and visitors . The lodge was opened in due form , and Messrs . Roworth , Mellor , Taylor , and Odell were duly initiated . Nothing further offering the lodge was closed in due form . The usual banquet followed . — . - ^ _ . - „ . _ _

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DOMATIC LODGE ( No . 177 ) . —The weekly lneetinj ! of this lodge was held at the Surrey Masonic Hall , Camberwell New-road , on Tuesdav , the 6 th inst . There were present Bros . J . Bate , W . M . ; F . ' Tull , S . W . ; H . Buckridge , T . W . ; | . D . Smith , S . D . ; R . Rowlands , J . D . ; E . M . Gibson , I . G . '; R . Walden , Sec . ; lames Hill , Preceptor ; and \ V . Willis .

The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . The lodge was opened in the Second and Third Decrees , and resumed to the First . The ceremony of initiation was rehearsed , Bro . W . Willis being the candidate . The charge was given by the W . M . The lodge was called olV and on . The 2 nd Section of the First Lecture was worked by Bro . Rowlands . Bro . W . Willis was proposed and seconded as a member . Masonic business being ended , the lodge was closed .

HYDE PARK LODGE ( No . 1425 ) . —A meeting was held on Monday , the 5 th inst ., at the Porchester Hotel , Leinster-place , Cleveland-square , Porchester-terrace , Paddington , W . Present : Bros . Ii . If . Ferris , W . M . ; J . Bailev , S . W . ; O . VV . Battley , J . W . ; G . Read , P . M . 511 , Treas . ; H . Dehane , P . P . G . S . D . Essex , ' P . M . ' S « . Sec . ; W . /• :. Jameson , W . M . K 84 , S . D . ; A . Hard )' , f . D . ; G . 1 ) . liailev , I . G . ; | . Potter , Stwd . ; Capt . A . Nicols , F . D ' . G . S . of W . Punjab , P . M . 1974 ; J . Stephens , W . M . 1425 ; VV . 11 .

Chalfont , W . M . 1425 ; C . S . Mote , J . Smith , A . G . Boswell , VV . | . Mason , VV . H . Chappell , J . 11 . Wood , VV . Middleweek , S . Stretch , junr ., | . S . Henry , VV . H . Wadham , J . C . Conway , and Capt . II . S . Andrews . Visitors : Bros . H . J . Lovegrove , P . P . G . S . "f W . North Wales and Salop , P . M . 19 S 8 ; John Evans , 34 ; and W . Chappie , 1423 . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . The ceremony of passing w : is rehearsed , Bro . Andrews candidate . The lodge was closed in the Second Degree . The 2 nd Section of the lecture was worked hy Bro . Read , assisted by the brethren , and afterwards working the

7 th Section , assisted by Bro . Hardy . Bro . Jos . Bailey was elected W . M , for next meeting , Bros . Lovegrove and Chappie were elected members . A cordial vote of thanks was unanimously carried , to be recorded on the minutes , to Bro . Ferris for the very able manner he had performed the ditties of W . M . for the first time in this or any other lodge . A vote of condolence was also passed with Bro . Strotid on the death of his sister . After * ' Hearty good wishes , " the lodge was closed .

COVENT GARDEN LODGE ( No . 1614 ) . —The usual weekly meeting of this lodge of instruction was held at the Criterion , Piccadilly , VV ., on the 1 st inst ., when there were present Bros . \ . U . Grieve , W . M . ; R , J . Harnell , S . W . ; V . T . C . KecMe , J . W . ; C . T . Fox , S . D . ; II . J . Pellatt , J . D . ; J . Rayner , I . G . ; VV . C . Smith , Preceptor ; O . Reynolds , Treas . and Sec ; T . E . Weeks , R . Shaw , B . Solomons , F . Dusterwald , F . J . Potter , C . Lambert , lohn Mitchell . A . Wells . S . Holrovd . H . S . Hunter . E . Bateman .

F . VV . McQueen . VV . F . B . McOueen , | . T . Worthy , VV . Fowlcs , VV . Hancock , R . VV . Williams , J . S . Henry , j . Woodward , R . Kirk , li . ( . D . Bromley , J . II . Smith , G . F . Swan , li . C . Mulvey , C . Corby , Frank Gulliford , C . Holland , C . Dairey , C . Richards , C . W . Frommholy , J . Skinner , G . H . Reynolds , J . Docker , J . Rowe , VV . Roots , H . J . Wicks , and J . D . Graham . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . Bro . VV . C . Smith worked the rst Section of the First Lecture . Bro . J . D . Bromley having ottered himself as a candidate for initiation , the W . M . was pleased to rehearse the ceremony . Bro . VV . C . Smith worked the 4 th and < th

Sections of the First lecture . Lodge opened in the Second Degree . Bro . W . C . Smith worked the 1 st Section of the Second Lecture . Lodge closed in the Second Degree . On rising for the tirst time , the following brethren were unanimously elected joining members of this lodge of instruction ; I 3 ro . J . S . Henry , I . G . 96 , proposed by Bro . E . C . Mulvey , and seconded by Bro , li . J . D . Bromley ; Bro , J . T . Worthy , 669 , proposed by Bro . J . Rayner , and seconded by Bro . R . Kirk ; liro . K . VV . Williams , 198 , proposed by Bro . C . T . Fox . nnd seconded by Bro . C . Lambert : Bro . VV . II . Smith . uGi .

proposed by Bro . F . Dusterwald , and seconded by Bro . VV . C . Smith ; Bros . j . Mitchell , 1743 , and A . Wells , 1743 , proposed by Bro . F . T . C . Keehle , and seconded by Bro . C . T . Fox ; Bro . VV . Frommholy , W . M . 141 , proposed by Bro . G . Reynolds , and seconded by Bro . J . Kayner ; Bros . C . Dairey , P . M . 141 , and G . F . Swan , P . M . 1331 , proposed by Bro . VV . C . Smith , and seconded by Bro . C . Holland ; and Bro . S . Holrovd , S . W . 9 , proposed by Bro . F . Dusterwald , and seconded by Bro . W . C . Smith . On rising for the second time , Bro . W . C . Smith proposed that Bro . R . | . Harnell , S . W .. be W . M . for the ensuing week—seconded by the' I . W ., and

carried unanimously . The W . M . elect was pleased to appoint his officers in rotation . On rising for the third time , Bro . VV . C . Smith proposed that a vote of thanks be recorded on the minutes of this lodge of instruction to Bro . J . 15 . Grcive , W . M ., for the very excellent manner in which he hail carried out the duties of the chair for the tirst time in this lodge of instruction—seconded by the J . W ., and carried unanimously , 'lhe W . M . made a suitable reply . Nothing further offering for the good of Freemasonry , the lodge was closed .

UUIOUE LODGE ( No . 1789 ) . —A meeting was held on Friday , the 2 nd * inst ., at the Crown and Anchor , 79 , libury-street , S . VV . Present : Bros . Hume , W . M . ; Arnold , S . W . ; Gibson , J . W . ; Boulton , P . M ., Preceptor ; Gibson , Treas . ; Coughlan , Sec ; Mnsson , S . D . ; Luckhurst , J . D . ; Christian , I . G . ; Stevenson , Green , junr ., Sno : ik , Gilbert , Glover , VVoinbell , Chiun , Roberts , Coleman , Hayes , Mason , Taylor , Chilcott , Waterhouse , Clarkson , and Pugh . The lodge was opened in due form , and the minutes of the last

meeting were read and confirmed , the ceremony or initiation was rehearsed , Bro . Glover being the candidate . Bros . Wombell and Waterhouse answered the questions leading to the Second Degree , and retired . The lodge was opened in the Second Degree . The W . M , vacated the chair , which was taken by Bro . Gibson . Bro . Roberts answered the questions leading to the Third Degree . The ceremony of passing was rehearsed , Bro , Chilcott being the candidate . Bro . Gibson vacated the chair , which was taken by the W . M ., who resumed the lodge to the First Degree . It was proposed , seconded , and unanimously carried , that Bro . Gibson work the ceremony of installation on Friday , the 9 th inst . The W . M . rose for the lirst time , and Bro . Waterhouse was unanimously elected a joining member . Nothing further ottering , the lodge was closed . A meeting of the Charitable Association was afterwards held .

CANTERBURY . —Royal Military Lodge ( No . 1449 J . —A meeting was held on Monday , the 5 th inst ., at the Masonic Temple , 3 S , St . IVver ' s-strect . Present : Hros . Cockersell , W . M . j Tomblings , S . VV . j Pepper , J . W . ; Abbs , Sec . ; Develin , S . D . ; McClintock , J . D . ; Simms , I . ( . ! , ; I ' assmore , Stwd , ; Blake , Tyler ; and Hammond , P . M . The lodge was opened in the First Degree , and the minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . The questions leading

from the First to the Second Degree were put to Uro . Passmore , and answered correctly , and he then retired . The lodge was raised to the Second Degree . The ceremony of passing was relieved , Bro . Hammond , I . P . M ., acting as candidate , Bro . Cockersell very ably giving the charge . The lodge was lowered to the First Degree . The working tools were explained by Bros . Pepper , McClintock , Simms , 'Tomblings , and Abbs . Nothing further having been offered for the good of Freemasonry , or of this lodge of instruction in particular , the same was duly closed .

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JOPPA CHAPTER ( No . iSS ) . —A regular meeting of this chapter was held on Monday last at the Albion , Aldersgate-street , when there were present Comps . N . Littaur , M . E . Z . ; J . Da Silva , H . j J . Dewsnap , J . ; J . Lazarus , P . Z ., Treas . ; M . J . Emanuel , P . Z ., S . E . ; H . Isaac , P . Z . ; L . Lazarus , P . Z . ; S . Lazarus , P . Z . ; H . Phillips , P . S . ; and about 30 other companions . Bros . Fraser and Davis were balloted for and dulv

exalted to the Supreme Degree of a R . A . M . by the M . E . Z . " , assisted by the First and Second Principals and officers , after which a very handsome gold P . Z . ' s jewel and a testimonial , engrossed on vellum , in full frame , was presented by Comp . N . Littaur , M . E . Z ., on behalf of the members , to Comp . M . J . Emanuel , P . Z ., S . E ., in appreciation of their esteem and regard for services rendered to the chapter . At the banquet the usual Royal Arch toasts were given .

KENNINGTON CHAPTER ( No . 13 S 1 ) . —This prosperous chapter met at the Horns Tavern , Kennington Park , on the 1 st inst . Among those present were Comps . C . H . Kuhler , M . E . Z . ; Appleton , H . ; Ayling , J . ; H . Higgins , P . Z ., S . E . ; H . J . Lardner , P . Z ., S . N . ; Gardner , P . S . ; Cruse , 1 st A . S . ; Dowling , 2 nd A . S . ; G . Everett , P . Z ., Treas . ; T . C . Walls , P . Z . ; W . P . WebbP . Z . ;

, James Terry , P . P . G . J . Herts , & c , Hon . Member . Among the visitors were Comps . W . H . Lee , P . G . Std . lir . Middx ., P . Z . 975 ; J . T . Briggs , P . Z . 177 ; Riechelmann , P . Z . 349 ; Woodruff , 50 ; Esling , 77 ; Bailey , 177 ; Guanzorli , S 62 ; and the Rev . R . Hill , 1000 . The minutes of the previous convocation were read and confirmed . The ballot was taken on behalf of Como . the Rev . IC . Hill nf , r . nn

and it proved to be unanimous . Ex . Comp . J . Terry then ably installed the Three Principals , viz ., Ex . Comps . Appleton , M . E . Z . ; Ayling , H . ; and H . j . Lardner , ) . The following officers were invested : Comps . H . Higgins , S . E . ; Gardner , S . N . ; Cruse , P . S . ; Dowling , 1 st A . S . ; Westley , 2 nd A . S . ; G . Everett , Treas . ; and Reinardt , Janitor . A vote of thanks was unanimously passed to Ex . Comp . Terry for his services as Installing Officer . Ex .

Comp . W . Mann , P . Z ., was elected an honorary member . A Past Principal ' s jewel ( manufactured by Comp . George Kenning , Little Britian , London ) , was presented to Ex . Comp . C . H . Kohler for his services as M . E . Z . during the past year . The chapter was then closed , and the companions adjourned to the banquet , which was ably presided over by the M . E . Z . The proceedings , which were throughout of a most genial and satisfactory nature , did not terminate until a late hour . .

DURHAM . —Chapter of Concord ( No . 1 ^ 4 ) . — A convocation of this chapter was held in the Masonic Hall , on Wednesday , the 31 st ult ., for the purpose of installing three members . The ceremony was ably performed by Comp . Wm . Coxon , P . Z . The following officers were installed : Comps . J . Turnbull , '/ ,. ; JohnSewell , H . ; Wm . Logan , J . ; G . W . Richardson . S . E .: R ™ . I .

Lawson , S . N . ; Rev . Dr . Tristram , P . S . ; W . Donkin , Treasurer ; and J . Nutton , Organist . On the proposition of the M . E . Z ., it was resolved that a letter of condolence be sent to the relatives of the late Janitor , Comp . J . Carter . After expressions of hearty good wishes to the visitingcompanions , the companions adjourned to the banqueting room , where a repast was served .

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CAMDEN CHAPTER OF IMPROVEMENT ( No . 704 1-A convocation of the above chapter was held at the Moorgate . McHjrgatc-street , on -Tuesday , the 6 th inst . Present : Comps Dean , / G . VV . Kmght , H . ; Underwood , J . ; II . Slvman , S T Carter , S . N . ; Bolton , P . S . ; Edmonds , Preceptor ; | " . C . Smith Cooper , Jacobs , Dodson , and Christian . The chapter was opened in due form , and the minutes of the previous meeting read and confirmed . 'The ceremony of exaltation rciiearsed

was , Comp . Christian candidate . The companions expressed themselves highly gratified for the excellent rendering id A ? »! al bythe M - - - > Comp . Dean , ami his officers . Royal Arch Masons are cordially invited to attend this chapter of improvement , under the kind Proceptorship of onr excellent Comp . T I ' Edmonds , who spares no pains to perfect each oHicerinthcirscveral duties . I he chapter room is spacious , the furniture perfect , and the genial host , Comp . Bolton , alwavs ready to welcome companions . ' '

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EARL OF C ARNARVON LODGE ( No > li ) . -I his lodge met at the Ladbroke Hall , Notting-hill , for the dispatch of business on the 25 th ult . Among those present were Bros . J . T . Skinner , W . M . ; T . C . Walls , f \ / i '*/^ " H ^ etary ' r . '" S S . W . ; Rickwood , J-W . ; J . N . Frye , SD .. ; Smout , J . D . ; Huish , D . C ., Mason , btivd . ; Schofield . Tvler : and nthPra

lhe minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed . Letters pleading inability to attend were read from Bros . Taylor , S . W ., Goodall , P . M ., Tisley , P . M ., Cama ( hon . member ) , F . C . Frye , Parkhouse , and C . Stevens . The lodge was then closed , and the brethren adjourned to refreshmeent . A few toasts followed .

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ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .

The General Committee of this Institution held their regular meeting at Freemasons' Hall on Saturday last . Bro . Dudley Rolls , Vice-President , occupied the chair , and among those present were Bros . E . Baxter , Edgar Bowyer , P . O . Std . Br ; James Moon , W . A . Scurrah , C . H . Webb , George Mick ey , M . B ., VV . Maple , Geo . Motion , Joyce ' Murrav . H . W . Hunt . Ravnlmm VV ^ t „ ... » . t a r * A .

AU - hut ?"' ' o V L h- D ' C- F- H ° K > F- Adl ' ard , ' Alfred VVilhams , R . Berndge , and Chas . Bclton , The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and vended , and those of the House Committee read for information , two grants—one of £ 20 and the other of I 5—were made to ex-pupils towards outfit . A vote of thanks to the Chairman concluded the proceedings .

^ . . . . _ Bro . Stephen Barton Wilson announces his removal from 27 , Walbrook to 10 , Basinghall-street , in consequence of requiring increased office accommodation .