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Article SUMMER FESTIVAL OF THE DOMATIC LODGE, No. 177, AT KEMPTON PARK. ← Page 2 of 2 Article MASONIC PRESENTATION. Page 1 of 1 Article MASONIC PRESENTATION. Page 1 of 1 Article ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS. Page 1 of 1 Article THE ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS. Page 1 of 1 Article THE RECENT BOYS' SCHOOL FESTIVAL. Page 1 of 1 Article SUMMER OUTING OF THE HUNDRED OF ELLOE LODGE, No. 469. Page 1 of 1 Article SUMMER OUTING OF THE HUNDRED OF ELLOE LODGE, No. 469. Page 1 of 1 Article Ireland. Page 1 of 1 Article THE GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK. Page 1 of 1
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Summer Festival Of The Domatic Lodge, No. 177, At Kempton Park.
masonry in general and the Domatic Lodge in particular ; and when it was determined to supplement the great gathering which took place at the Ciitcrion in February last , by a festival here , in which the members and their friends might participate , he at once suggested their coming to Kempton Park , and it appeared it had given universal satisfaction . ( Cheers . ) If he might'judge from what had been siid at this festive board , theendeavours of the Committee to ensure their
comfort and happiness had been in the highest degree successful . When he mentioned to the directors their desire to come here , they most readily fell in with his views , and their worthy Secretary , Mr . Hyde , did everything he possibly could to facilitate the arrangements for a thorough day ' s enjoyment . ( Cheers . ) He might say this was not the only friendly gathering to which Kempton Park had been devoted . During several
summers past they had given permission to some hundreds of poor school children to visit Kempton Park , in order to enjoy " a day in the country , " and he was pleased to see around him many friends , particularly Mr . VV . J . Innes and Mr . John Moore , who , by their liberal contributions and collections , had enabled those children to be regaled in a manner which had gladdened their young hearts . ( Applause . ) They had not restricted this
privilege to any district , and the children had come from all parts of London . Next Tuesday a large number were coming from Bayswater . He mentioned this because he thought it was a cheering sign of the times that , although the place of recreation was a racecourse , yet they had received applications from clergymen that children might come there , and they had on nearly every occasion been accompanied by Ihe clergy themselves . ( Applause . ) He felt very pleased that
no doubt , in consequence of the fine weather , some 40 or 50 guests had turned up more than they had expected ; and he hoped they would take this circumstance into consideration if there should happen to have been any shortcomings in the arrangements . ( Cheers . ) Bro . VV . J . FERGUSON said , in the absence of the officers whose duty it was to look after these little matters , it devolved upon him to propose a toast which would recommend
itself very much to all present , and that was " The Health of the Presiding Genius ol the Day—their excellent Worshipful Master . " ( Cheers . ) Bro . Price had evidently ingratiated himself into their favour by his good looks , his kindly feeling and urbanity , and the interest he had taken in preparing and assisting to carry out this entertainment . ( Applause . ) He was very pleased to be a Past Master under so distinguished a VV . M . as Bro . Harry Nelson Price ,
who now presided over the Domatic Lodge , and if the members only followed the example he had set them , there was little likelihood of the prosperity of the lodge diminishing in any way . ( Cheers . ) The WORSHIPFUL MASTER returned his sincere thanks for the very hearty manner in which they had received the toast of his health . He was exceedingly glad to find they had so thoroughly enjoyed themselves . The grounds ,
however , had proved so attractive as to entice the ladies away ; so , as he disliked talking to empty benches , he would merely thank them once more for the cordial manner in which they had received the toast so » attering \ y proposed by Bro . Ferguson . ( Cheers . ) Bro . GOODFELLOW then gave " The Healths of the Stewards , " on whose behalf Bros . H . J . CHAPMAN and J . E . SPURRELL responded ; soon after which the company
again repaired to the gardens , where dancing had already commenced on the greensward . Tea and coffee were dispersed amongst the guests , who sat in " letc-a-iC-te " groups at little rustic tables underneath the trees ; and as the shades of evening closed in upon the scene , the cool atmosphere of the gloaming tended much to the personal comfort and enjoyment of all present . Liter on a grand ball took place in the pavilion , where the pleasures of the evening were sustained with unabated zest until the time
when the latest " special" was announced for the conveyance of the visitors back to town . The whole affair was admirably managed throughout , and the guests were loud in their expressions of appreciation of the unbounded hospitality of the brethren of the Domatic Lodge . We should not omit to mention that during the banquet a selection of music was sung , under the direction of the Organist of the lodge , Bro . Carl Reichelmann , who was assisted by Madame Reichelmann , Mr . Wilford Morgan , Mr . J . W . Packer , and Mr . Owen , of the London concerts .
Masonic Presentation.
MASONIC PRESENTATION .
On Wednesday , the 30 th ult ., the Temperance Lodge , No . 2068 , Portsmouth , presented Miss Robinson , as a token of esteem and appreciation of many kindnesses , with a handsome terra-cotta bust of Her Majesty at the lodge room , the Sailor Boys'Room , at the Soldiers'Institute . The W . M . of the lodge , Bto . J . Palmer , presided , and there
was a large attendance of the brethren , including Bros . G . F . Bevis , S . W . ; P . H . Emanuel , J . W . ; J . R . Pither , Secretary ; T . Tufnell , Treasurer ; and others . The WORSHIPFUL MASTER thanked Miss Robinson for her presence , as he knew what the exertion cost her . He had been deputed to make the presentation as a mark of esteem for her assistance at the foundation , for her allowing
them to meet there rent free , and , above all , for her general character and Chiistian disposition in uplifting the downcast and oppressed . They esteemed the great work of her life in seeking to humanise and Christianise the soldiers and sailors , in providing that institute for their comfort , and so avoiding those temptations which surrounded them on their joining the service . ( Hear , hear . )
They had often heard her sentiments of loyalty , and knew that the name of the Queen was beloved by her ; and the presentation was doubly appropriate , fur Her Majesty was the mother of the first Freemason of the empire , and the first Grand Master who ever granted a foundation for the establishment of a temperance lodge , and whose name would be honourably handed down to posterity . He
unveiled the bust , and expressed a hope that Miss Robinson's life would long be spared to continue her useful and Chiistian work . ( Hear , hear . ) Miss RouiNSON suitably replied , and said she felt the higher gratification because they were now celebrating their
beloved Queen ' s jubilee . She hoped that they would allow thebust to form part of the furniture of their very beautiful lodge room , ( Hear , hear . ) 'They had fought for the name of Temperance Lodge , but it was a name worth fighting for , and although she was a red-hot teetotaller , she commended them for admitting non-abstaining
Masonic Presentation.
members , for they could show that they could carry on their functions with as much dignity and credit as the nonabstaining lodges . Though women did not like Freemasonry , no wife or mother could object to a husband or son joining such a lodge , and for that reason she wished them every success . ( Applause . ) She claimed for religion what they claimed for Freemasonry , and prayed that their
lives might be more than ever in accordance with the principles they professed . ( Hear , hear . ) At Miss Robinson's request , a verse of the National Anthem was sung , and then the VV . M . thanked Miss Robinson for allowing them to use the bust in the loc ' ge room , adding that it would perpetually remind them of two good women—her whom it represented , and her to whom it belonged . ( Hear , hear . )
Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .
On Saturday , the 26 th ult ., the Committee of this Institution carried out an idea which they have long entertained , viz ., to set apart one day in each year for the reception of ex-pupils . About 30 came to this very pleasant reunion , they being received by the Chairman of the month , Bro .
Prank Richardson , and by Bros . Hammerton , Robert Grey , Matthews , Hunt , and Hedges , Secretary . It is hoped that when it is more generally known , a larger number of ex-pupils will avail themselves of the privilege of visiting their old school , as we feel certain it will be for the benefit
of both present and past students , ft will be the means of obtaining much useful information as to the present employment of many of the ex-pupils , and it is anticipated that , from the hints obtained on this occasion , opportunities may be found in the future for recommending some employment to those who have not yet left the Institution .
The Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
THE ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
The General Committee of this Institution held their stated monthly meeting at Freemasons' Hall , on Saturday last . Bro . William Roebuck , V .-Pat . and Trustee , P . G . Swd . Br ., occupied the chair , and among those present were Bros , S . Richardson , C . F . Hogard , H . Venn , Col .
Alex . Ridgway , F . Walter ? , F . Adlard , Raynliam VV . Stewart , P . G . D . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G . Std . Br . ; C . H . Webb , Thomas Cubitt , P . G . P . ; Rev . Richard Morris , M . A ., LL . D . ; W . Paa =, Thomas Griffiths , VV . Maple , W . Wingham , G . J . Moorcroft , T . Hastings Miller , Rob . Martin , G . P . Festa , and Frederick Binckes , V .-Pat ., P . G . Stwd ., Secretary .
The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and verified , and those of the House Committee read for information , the reports of the distribution of prizes , by Lord Sufiield , on Saturday , the 26 th ult ., and the Festival at Brighton on Wednesday , the 30 th ult ., were submitted and read . The petitions of . 17 candidates were then taken into consideration , with the result that 15 were accepted , and the
names ordered to be placed on the lUt for the October election , one was rejected and one deferred . This raises the number of candidates for the said October election to 44 , of whom , 22 or—in the event of Bro . Edgar Bowyer's motion , at the Quai terry Court next Monday , for an addition of 10 boys , being carried—32 will be elected . Four applications by ex-pupils for grants towards outfit having been entertained , a vote of thanks was passed to the Chairman , and the proceedings terminated .
The Recent Boys' School Festival.
THE RECENT BOYS' SCHOOL FESTIVAL .
The following sums have been received since cur reporl of the Festival was published last week , viz . : — LONDON . Lodge £ s . d . 14 Bro . Gordon Smith 26 5 o 23 » ]¦ A . Blackman 17 17 o 79 „ C Kedgley ( additional ) ... 10 10 o 145 JI VV . F . Masters ( additional ) 550
1 I 5 I } " T-H- Gardlner 36 i 5 o 1671 „ C . VV . Meiter ( additional ) ... 10 10 o ,, J . Weston ( unattached ) ... 9 19 6 „ j . L . Mather ( additional ) ... 660
PROVINCES . CORNWALL . Bro . C Truscott ( additional ) ... 420 KENT . Province ( additional ) 47 o o
LANCASHIRE ( WEST . ) 1505 Bro . Robert Foote 10 10 o SURREY . 209 G Bro . H . M . Hobbs ( additional ) ... 10 10 o WORCESTERSHIRE . Bro . J . W . Consterdine-Chadwick 10 10 o It should he stated that Bro . J . Boddington , as Steward for Lodge No . 5 67 , V arwickshire , gave in a list of £ 26 5 s .,
the amount of which was included in the " General Total , " as well as in the Provincial total— £ 2 Sj ios . —in the " Analyis of the Returns ; " but it was not entered against Bro . Boddington ' s name in the Returns , nor was it comprised in the £ 257 55 ., set down against Warwickshire in the " Summary of the Provinces . " The sum of £ 26 5 s ., returned as the list of Bruce
( unattached ) London , should have been credited to Bro . Edgar Bowyer . Under Essex , Bros . G . H . Finch and H . T . Sibley were given as Stewards for Lodge No . 2005 , but Bro . Sibley is not a member of the lodge , and he ought not to have been associated with Bro . Finch as representing it . If Bro . Sibley ' s name is retained in the list , it will have to stand alone at the bottom ot the list .
Summer Outing Of The Hundred Of Elloe Lodge, No. 469.
SUMMER OUTING OF THE HUNDRED OF ELLOE LODGE , No . 469 .
Thanks to the indefatigable energy of Iiro . Uarreli , tne now second-time Worshipful Master of the Hundred of Elloe Lodge , the annual summer excursion of the local Masonic Body has become a recognised institution , and one of a most delightful and attractive character . This year Blenheim Palace and Oxford formed the ground plan
Summer Outing Of The Hundred Of Elloe Lodge, No. 469.
of the trip , and although it must be confessed that the brotherhood , especially locking at the heat on that day , had set themselves a somewhat trying task , still the day proved not one whit less enjoyable than tlie various excursions of the past eight or ten years . On Friday , the 2 nd inst ., the banner of the lodge drew within its shadow a combined party of sixty ladies and gentlemen friendly to the Craft . Breakfast was provided at Woodstock , the
road ride between Islip and Oxford being taken in fourhorse coaches , which it had previously been arranged should pick up the excursionists at the fQrmer station . Of course , some time was occupied in inspecting the features of historic interest in Blenheim Palace , and in the afternoon the colleges , halls , walks , museums , and other objects of interest in the city of Oxford were duly honoured , Bros . Acock and Bowden , and several other gentlemen of light
and leading connected with the Craft in the Province of Oxford , acted as " guides , councillors , and friends . " The banquet , provided at iive o ' clock , at tlie Queen's Restaurant , proved possibly one of the most recherche spreads ever placed before the Masons . The bill of fare , in fact , left nothing to desire , whilst the dessert and wines were equally excellent . After " the labours of the day , " we need scarcely
remark that the repast was discussed with more than ordinary verve , amply fortifying the party for the return journey , which was timed for eight o ' clock . Long Sutton , Boston , and Sleaford Lodges contributed their quota to the pleasure party , and the W . M ., Bio . Barrell , may congratulate himself that , backed by the whole of his officers —who are nothing if not loyal to his every call—he succeeded once more in promulgating a most delightful excursion .
Ireland.
Ireland .
FANCY FAIR IN AID OF THE METROPOLITAN MASONIC ORPHAN SCHOOLS . On VVednesday and Thursday , the 23 rd and 241 I 1 ult ., a very brilliant fancy fair took place in the concert hall of the Queen's Hotel , Queenstown , in aid of the Metropolitan Masonic Orphan Schools . The Duke of Abercorn and the Earl of Bandon were among the distinguished patrons , and the arva--gement of the affair was most efficiently carried
out by the local committee . The decorations of the hall and grouping of the stalls were extremely effective , the various exhibits of art work , needlework , and vertu being displayed to tasteful advantage . The fancy slalls were ably managed by Mrs . and the Misses Hall , Mrs . and the Misses Miller , Mrs . Gates , Mrs . Cavendish , Miss Chester , Miss B . Wallen , the Misses Raymond , Miss Garlic , and the Misses Andrews . Over the combined sweetness and
beauty of the flower table adequately presided Mrs . W . H . Beamish , while the refreshment department , as usual a popular centre , was well dispensed by Mrs . Walker , Mrs . Wainwright , Miss Christian , and Miss Pickard . Crowds of fashionables visited the bazaar each day , and good sales were realised hy the fair and zealous stall-holders . The charming little amateur concert got up by the young lady musicians proved , moreover , a very attractive afternoon interlude .
The Grand Lodge Of New York.
THE GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK .
The Grand Lodge of New York is to be congratulated on having obtained a worthy successor to Bro . J . G . Barker as Grand Librarian , in the person of Bro . Herman G . Carter . From the Grand Master to the Grand Tyler , all the brethren are much gratified with Bro . Carter ' s attention to
the library , and with his able arrangement of the many valuables to be found in that important and ever increasing collection . Bro . Carter has now issued five separate catalogues , in all , of the library , as follows : — 1 . June sth , 1 SS 3 . Report and Catalogue of the Grand Bodies , showing list of such as are wanted to complete
volumes and files . Under England , various odd copies of the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge are given from December , 1792 , to the Union ; and from 1814 to 1859 . A complete set would be a boon , and is much desired by Bro . Bro . Carter—so also by other Grand Librarians , and by not a few brethren even in England . Ireland is represented by a few reports from 1809 ; but Scotland is not recorded .
Naturally the various American Grand Bodies are in strength , and make a splendid lot . 2 . June 3 , 18 S 4 . Catalogue of Magazines and Periodicals , with list of wants . A very large number of these publications are noted from 1 793 , from all parts . 3 . June 2 , 1 SS 5 . Catalogue of four classes of Masonic Publications , Calendars , Sic . In which Cole's engraved
list of 1756 is included , an ornament in any collection , and exceedingly rare and valuable . Masonic Constitutions , Sic , with this series are given the Laws of 1723 , 1746 ( 173 S , with a new title ) 1756 , 1767 , 17 S 4 , Sic , of England , also "Ahiman Rezon , " Sic . We note Scots' "Pocket Companion" is mentioned for 1751 . An error doubtless for 1754 . Rituals , Monitors , Manuals , & c , and lastly ,
Foreign Masonic Books . June 1 , 1 SS 6 . Two Catalogues—( a)— Two classes of Masonic publications . "Polemic Works , " "Masonic Addresses . " These make a big show , and many are especially valuable , because of being old and rare pamphlets —( A)—Masonic and other curiosities . These are arranged into the following classes : Medals and coins , jewels , collars , aprons and sashes , minerals , autographs , and autograph letters , furniture , pottery , statuettes and
glassware , diplomas , certificates and warrants , miscellaneous . Valuable articles presented by M . W . Bro . J . W . Simons . There is a Free Reading Room , the Assistants of the Grand Library being paid by the voluntary contributions of the Fraternity , so it is quite clear that the New York Fiatres are fully alive to the value and importance of their Grand Library .
Bro . Alderman and Sheriff Evans and Mrs . Evans , presided on Saturday last at the annual distribution of prizes to the pupils of the Warehousemen and Clerks' Schools at Caterham , the pleasant task of distribution being performed by the latter . A large number of the friends and supporters of the institution were present , including Bros . N . B . Headon and E . F . Storr .
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Summer Festival Of The Domatic Lodge, No. 177, At Kempton Park.
masonry in general and the Domatic Lodge in particular ; and when it was determined to supplement the great gathering which took place at the Ciitcrion in February last , by a festival here , in which the members and their friends might participate , he at once suggested their coming to Kempton Park , and it appeared it had given universal satisfaction . ( Cheers . ) If he might'judge from what had been siid at this festive board , theendeavours of the Committee to ensure their
comfort and happiness had been in the highest degree successful . When he mentioned to the directors their desire to come here , they most readily fell in with his views , and their worthy Secretary , Mr . Hyde , did everything he possibly could to facilitate the arrangements for a thorough day ' s enjoyment . ( Cheers . ) He might say this was not the only friendly gathering to which Kempton Park had been devoted . During several
summers past they had given permission to some hundreds of poor school children to visit Kempton Park , in order to enjoy " a day in the country , " and he was pleased to see around him many friends , particularly Mr . VV . J . Innes and Mr . John Moore , who , by their liberal contributions and collections , had enabled those children to be regaled in a manner which had gladdened their young hearts . ( Applause . ) They had not restricted this
privilege to any district , and the children had come from all parts of London . Next Tuesday a large number were coming from Bayswater . He mentioned this because he thought it was a cheering sign of the times that , although the place of recreation was a racecourse , yet they had received applications from clergymen that children might come there , and they had on nearly every occasion been accompanied by Ihe clergy themselves . ( Applause . ) He felt very pleased that
no doubt , in consequence of the fine weather , some 40 or 50 guests had turned up more than they had expected ; and he hoped they would take this circumstance into consideration if there should happen to have been any shortcomings in the arrangements . ( Cheers . ) Bro . VV . J . FERGUSON said , in the absence of the officers whose duty it was to look after these little matters , it devolved upon him to propose a toast which would recommend
itself very much to all present , and that was " The Health of the Presiding Genius ol the Day—their excellent Worshipful Master . " ( Cheers . ) Bro . Price had evidently ingratiated himself into their favour by his good looks , his kindly feeling and urbanity , and the interest he had taken in preparing and assisting to carry out this entertainment . ( Applause . ) He was very pleased to be a Past Master under so distinguished a VV . M . as Bro . Harry Nelson Price ,
who now presided over the Domatic Lodge , and if the members only followed the example he had set them , there was little likelihood of the prosperity of the lodge diminishing in any way . ( Cheers . ) The WORSHIPFUL MASTER returned his sincere thanks for the very hearty manner in which they had received the toast of his health . He was exceedingly glad to find they had so thoroughly enjoyed themselves . The grounds ,
however , had proved so attractive as to entice the ladies away ; so , as he disliked talking to empty benches , he would merely thank them once more for the cordial manner in which they had received the toast so » attering \ y proposed by Bro . Ferguson . ( Cheers . ) Bro . GOODFELLOW then gave " The Healths of the Stewards , " on whose behalf Bros . H . J . CHAPMAN and J . E . SPURRELL responded ; soon after which the company
again repaired to the gardens , where dancing had already commenced on the greensward . Tea and coffee were dispersed amongst the guests , who sat in " letc-a-iC-te " groups at little rustic tables underneath the trees ; and as the shades of evening closed in upon the scene , the cool atmosphere of the gloaming tended much to the personal comfort and enjoyment of all present . Liter on a grand ball took place in the pavilion , where the pleasures of the evening were sustained with unabated zest until the time
when the latest " special" was announced for the conveyance of the visitors back to town . The whole affair was admirably managed throughout , and the guests were loud in their expressions of appreciation of the unbounded hospitality of the brethren of the Domatic Lodge . We should not omit to mention that during the banquet a selection of music was sung , under the direction of the Organist of the lodge , Bro . Carl Reichelmann , who was assisted by Madame Reichelmann , Mr . Wilford Morgan , Mr . J . W . Packer , and Mr . Owen , of the London concerts .
Masonic Presentation.
MASONIC PRESENTATION .
On Wednesday , the 30 th ult ., the Temperance Lodge , No . 2068 , Portsmouth , presented Miss Robinson , as a token of esteem and appreciation of many kindnesses , with a handsome terra-cotta bust of Her Majesty at the lodge room , the Sailor Boys'Room , at the Soldiers'Institute . The W . M . of the lodge , Bto . J . Palmer , presided , and there
was a large attendance of the brethren , including Bros . G . F . Bevis , S . W . ; P . H . Emanuel , J . W . ; J . R . Pither , Secretary ; T . Tufnell , Treasurer ; and others . The WORSHIPFUL MASTER thanked Miss Robinson for her presence , as he knew what the exertion cost her . He had been deputed to make the presentation as a mark of esteem for her assistance at the foundation , for her allowing
them to meet there rent free , and , above all , for her general character and Chiistian disposition in uplifting the downcast and oppressed . They esteemed the great work of her life in seeking to humanise and Christianise the soldiers and sailors , in providing that institute for their comfort , and so avoiding those temptations which surrounded them on their joining the service . ( Hear , hear . )
They had often heard her sentiments of loyalty , and knew that the name of the Queen was beloved by her ; and the presentation was doubly appropriate , fur Her Majesty was the mother of the first Freemason of the empire , and the first Grand Master who ever granted a foundation for the establishment of a temperance lodge , and whose name would be honourably handed down to posterity . He
unveiled the bust , and expressed a hope that Miss Robinson's life would long be spared to continue her useful and Chiistian work . ( Hear , hear . ) Miss RouiNSON suitably replied , and said she felt the higher gratification because they were now celebrating their
beloved Queen ' s jubilee . She hoped that they would allow thebust to form part of the furniture of their very beautiful lodge room , ( Hear , hear . ) 'They had fought for the name of Temperance Lodge , but it was a name worth fighting for , and although she was a red-hot teetotaller , she commended them for admitting non-abstaining
Masonic Presentation.
members , for they could show that they could carry on their functions with as much dignity and credit as the nonabstaining lodges . Though women did not like Freemasonry , no wife or mother could object to a husband or son joining such a lodge , and for that reason she wished them every success . ( Applause . ) She claimed for religion what they claimed for Freemasonry , and prayed that their
lives might be more than ever in accordance with the principles they professed . ( Hear , hear . ) At Miss Robinson's request , a verse of the National Anthem was sung , and then the VV . M . thanked Miss Robinson for allowing them to use the bust in the loc ' ge room , adding that it would perpetually remind them of two good women—her whom it represented , and her to whom it belonged . ( Hear , hear . )
Royal Masonic Institution For Girls.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR GIRLS .
On Saturday , the 26 th ult ., the Committee of this Institution carried out an idea which they have long entertained , viz ., to set apart one day in each year for the reception of ex-pupils . About 30 came to this very pleasant reunion , they being received by the Chairman of the month , Bro .
Prank Richardson , and by Bros . Hammerton , Robert Grey , Matthews , Hunt , and Hedges , Secretary . It is hoped that when it is more generally known , a larger number of ex-pupils will avail themselves of the privilege of visiting their old school , as we feel certain it will be for the benefit
of both present and past students , ft will be the means of obtaining much useful information as to the present employment of many of the ex-pupils , and it is anticipated that , from the hints obtained on this occasion , opportunities may be found in the future for recommending some employment to those who have not yet left the Institution .
The Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
THE ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
The General Committee of this Institution held their stated monthly meeting at Freemasons' Hall , on Saturday last . Bro . William Roebuck , V .-Pat . and Trustee , P . G . Swd . Br ., occupied the chair , and among those present were Bros , S . Richardson , C . F . Hogard , H . Venn , Col .
Alex . Ridgway , F . Walter ? , F . Adlard , Raynliam VV . Stewart , P . G . D . ; Edgar Bowyer , P . G . Std . Br . ; C . H . Webb , Thomas Cubitt , P . G . P . ; Rev . Richard Morris , M . A ., LL . D . ; W . Paa =, Thomas Griffiths , VV . Maple , W . Wingham , G . J . Moorcroft , T . Hastings Miller , Rob . Martin , G . P . Festa , and Frederick Binckes , V .-Pat ., P . G . Stwd ., Secretary .
The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and verified , and those of the House Committee read for information , the reports of the distribution of prizes , by Lord Sufiield , on Saturday , the 26 th ult ., and the Festival at Brighton on Wednesday , the 30 th ult ., were submitted and read . The petitions of . 17 candidates were then taken into consideration , with the result that 15 were accepted , and the
names ordered to be placed on the lUt for the October election , one was rejected and one deferred . This raises the number of candidates for the said October election to 44 , of whom , 22 or—in the event of Bro . Edgar Bowyer's motion , at the Quai terry Court next Monday , for an addition of 10 boys , being carried—32 will be elected . Four applications by ex-pupils for grants towards outfit having been entertained , a vote of thanks was passed to the Chairman , and the proceedings terminated .
The Recent Boys' School Festival.
THE RECENT BOYS' SCHOOL FESTIVAL .
The following sums have been received since cur reporl of the Festival was published last week , viz . : — LONDON . Lodge £ s . d . 14 Bro . Gordon Smith 26 5 o 23 » ]¦ A . Blackman 17 17 o 79 „ C Kedgley ( additional ) ... 10 10 o 145 JI VV . F . Masters ( additional ) 550
1 I 5 I } " T-H- Gardlner 36 i 5 o 1671 „ C . VV . Meiter ( additional ) ... 10 10 o ,, J . Weston ( unattached ) ... 9 19 6 „ j . L . Mather ( additional ) ... 660
PROVINCES . CORNWALL . Bro . C Truscott ( additional ) ... 420 KENT . Province ( additional ) 47 o o
LANCASHIRE ( WEST . ) 1505 Bro . Robert Foote 10 10 o SURREY . 209 G Bro . H . M . Hobbs ( additional ) ... 10 10 o WORCESTERSHIRE . Bro . J . W . Consterdine-Chadwick 10 10 o It should he stated that Bro . J . Boddington , as Steward for Lodge No . 5 67 , V arwickshire , gave in a list of £ 26 5 s .,
the amount of which was included in the " General Total , " as well as in the Provincial total— £ 2 Sj ios . —in the " Analyis of the Returns ; " but it was not entered against Bro . Boddington ' s name in the Returns , nor was it comprised in the £ 257 55 ., set down against Warwickshire in the " Summary of the Provinces . " The sum of £ 26 5 s ., returned as the list of Bruce
( unattached ) London , should have been credited to Bro . Edgar Bowyer . Under Essex , Bros . G . H . Finch and H . T . Sibley were given as Stewards for Lodge No . 2005 , but Bro . Sibley is not a member of the lodge , and he ought not to have been associated with Bro . Finch as representing it . If Bro . Sibley ' s name is retained in the list , it will have to stand alone at the bottom ot the list .
Summer Outing Of The Hundred Of Elloe Lodge, No. 469.
SUMMER OUTING OF THE HUNDRED OF ELLOE LODGE , No . 469 .
Thanks to the indefatigable energy of Iiro . Uarreli , tne now second-time Worshipful Master of the Hundred of Elloe Lodge , the annual summer excursion of the local Masonic Body has become a recognised institution , and one of a most delightful and attractive character . This year Blenheim Palace and Oxford formed the ground plan
Summer Outing Of The Hundred Of Elloe Lodge, No. 469.
of the trip , and although it must be confessed that the brotherhood , especially locking at the heat on that day , had set themselves a somewhat trying task , still the day proved not one whit less enjoyable than tlie various excursions of the past eight or ten years . On Friday , the 2 nd inst ., the banner of the lodge drew within its shadow a combined party of sixty ladies and gentlemen friendly to the Craft . Breakfast was provided at Woodstock , the
road ride between Islip and Oxford being taken in fourhorse coaches , which it had previously been arranged should pick up the excursionists at the fQrmer station . Of course , some time was occupied in inspecting the features of historic interest in Blenheim Palace , and in the afternoon the colleges , halls , walks , museums , and other objects of interest in the city of Oxford were duly honoured , Bros . Acock and Bowden , and several other gentlemen of light
and leading connected with the Craft in the Province of Oxford , acted as " guides , councillors , and friends . " The banquet , provided at iive o ' clock , at tlie Queen's Restaurant , proved possibly one of the most recherche spreads ever placed before the Masons . The bill of fare , in fact , left nothing to desire , whilst the dessert and wines were equally excellent . After " the labours of the day , " we need scarcely
remark that the repast was discussed with more than ordinary verve , amply fortifying the party for the return journey , which was timed for eight o ' clock . Long Sutton , Boston , and Sleaford Lodges contributed their quota to the pleasure party , and the W . M ., Bio . Barrell , may congratulate himself that , backed by the whole of his officers —who are nothing if not loyal to his every call—he succeeded once more in promulgating a most delightful excursion .
Ireland.
Ireland .
FANCY FAIR IN AID OF THE METROPOLITAN MASONIC ORPHAN SCHOOLS . On VVednesday and Thursday , the 23 rd and 241 I 1 ult ., a very brilliant fancy fair took place in the concert hall of the Queen's Hotel , Queenstown , in aid of the Metropolitan Masonic Orphan Schools . The Duke of Abercorn and the Earl of Bandon were among the distinguished patrons , and the arva--gement of the affair was most efficiently carried
out by the local committee . The decorations of the hall and grouping of the stalls were extremely effective , the various exhibits of art work , needlework , and vertu being displayed to tasteful advantage . The fancy slalls were ably managed by Mrs . and the Misses Hall , Mrs . and the Misses Miller , Mrs . Gates , Mrs . Cavendish , Miss Chester , Miss B . Wallen , the Misses Raymond , Miss Garlic , and the Misses Andrews . Over the combined sweetness and
beauty of the flower table adequately presided Mrs . W . H . Beamish , while the refreshment department , as usual a popular centre , was well dispensed by Mrs . Walker , Mrs . Wainwright , Miss Christian , and Miss Pickard . Crowds of fashionables visited the bazaar each day , and good sales were realised hy the fair and zealous stall-holders . The charming little amateur concert got up by the young lady musicians proved , moreover , a very attractive afternoon interlude .
The Grand Lodge Of New York.
THE GRAND LODGE OF NEW YORK .
The Grand Lodge of New York is to be congratulated on having obtained a worthy successor to Bro . J . G . Barker as Grand Librarian , in the person of Bro . Herman G . Carter . From the Grand Master to the Grand Tyler , all the brethren are much gratified with Bro . Carter ' s attention to
the library , and with his able arrangement of the many valuables to be found in that important and ever increasing collection . Bro . Carter has now issued five separate catalogues , in all , of the library , as follows : — 1 . June sth , 1 SS 3 . Report and Catalogue of the Grand Bodies , showing list of such as are wanted to complete
volumes and files . Under England , various odd copies of the Proceedings of the Grand Lodge are given from December , 1792 , to the Union ; and from 1814 to 1859 . A complete set would be a boon , and is much desired by Bro . Bro . Carter—so also by other Grand Librarians , and by not a few brethren even in England . Ireland is represented by a few reports from 1809 ; but Scotland is not recorded .
Naturally the various American Grand Bodies are in strength , and make a splendid lot . 2 . June 3 , 18 S 4 . Catalogue of Magazines and Periodicals , with list of wants . A very large number of these publications are noted from 1 793 , from all parts . 3 . June 2 , 1 SS 5 . Catalogue of four classes of Masonic Publications , Calendars , Sic . In which Cole's engraved
list of 1756 is included , an ornament in any collection , and exceedingly rare and valuable . Masonic Constitutions , Sic , with this series are given the Laws of 1723 , 1746 ( 173 S , with a new title ) 1756 , 1767 , 17 S 4 , Sic , of England , also "Ahiman Rezon , " Sic . We note Scots' "Pocket Companion" is mentioned for 1751 . An error doubtless for 1754 . Rituals , Monitors , Manuals , & c , and lastly ,
Foreign Masonic Books . June 1 , 1 SS 6 . Two Catalogues—( a)— Two classes of Masonic publications . "Polemic Works , " "Masonic Addresses . " These make a big show , and many are especially valuable , because of being old and rare pamphlets —( A)—Masonic and other curiosities . These are arranged into the following classes : Medals and coins , jewels , collars , aprons and sashes , minerals , autographs , and autograph letters , furniture , pottery , statuettes and
glassware , diplomas , certificates and warrants , miscellaneous . Valuable articles presented by M . W . Bro . J . W . Simons . There is a Free Reading Room , the Assistants of the Grand Library being paid by the voluntary contributions of the Fraternity , so it is quite clear that the New York Fiatres are fully alive to the value and importance of their Grand Library .
Bro . Alderman and Sheriff Evans and Mrs . Evans , presided on Saturday last at the annual distribution of prizes to the pupils of the Warehousemen and Clerks' Schools at Caterham , the pleasant task of distribution being performed by the latter . A large number of the friends and supporters of the institution were present , including Bros . N . B . Headon and E . F . Storr .