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Consecration Of The Arthur Sullivan Lodge, At Manchester.
The lodge he had been asked to consecrate was for the special convenience of men in the musical and dramatic profession , and of science and art , whose time was devoted to the amusement and recreation of others , to elevate their minds , and give them instruction . It was a great pleasure to him to find men whose time was so much occupied , not altogether for their own advantage as for the benefit of others , desirous to unite themselves with a body and society of men which had for its object the benefit and amelioration of
mankind , and avail themselves of those principles which all Masons held so dear . The R-VV . P . G . M ., continuing , said he felt sure it was the wish of all present , as well as the whole body of Masons , to hold out the hand of fellowship to the new comers . He wished the new lodge prosperity , and that there might be unanimity amongst its members ; that the arts and sciences would flourish , and the talented brethren connected with the lodge
would become none the less illustrious for having joined the Masonic Fraternity . ( Applause . ) After a prayer from the P . G . Chaplain , the petition for the warrant was read by the P . G . Secretary , and also the warrant itself by the P . G . Registrar , and , when the brethren had signified their approval of the officers named in the petition and warrant , the P . G . Chaplain , Bro . E . J . Reeve , delivered on oration on the principles and teachings of Freemasonry , at the conclusion of which a cantata , composed expressly for the occasion by Bro .
Dr . Bentley , P . G . Organist , was sang by Bros . J ackson , Gordon , Lewtas , Turner , Miller , N . and W . Dumville , and others , the two first-named brethren singing the solos , and the accompaniments being played by a string band , organised by Bro . Oliver Gaggs , and conducted by Bro . Dr . Bentley . The usual ceremonial in connection with consecrating a lodge was then observed , corn , wine , and oil being poured respectively upon the ground , and the lodge dedicated to Masonry , Virtue , and Universal Benevolence .
After the concluding portion of the consecration prayer had been delivered , the R . W . P . G . M . declared the Arthur Sullivan Lodge duly constituted , and the ceremony terminated with the singing of anthem " Hosanna in the highest . " Bro . J . H . Sillitoe , P . P . G . J . VV ., then occupied the chair of K . S ., for the purpose of installing Bro . Nathaniel Dumville first VV . M . of the lodge ,
which was done with all due rite and ceremony , after which the officers were appointed and invested as follows : Bros . James Varley , P . P . G . Org ., I . P . M . ; A . H . Wiliiams , S . W . ; Allen Avison , J . W . ; E . W . Irving , P . M . ( S . C ) Treas . ; Benjamin Brierley , Sec ; Charles Reynolds , S . D . ; Fred . Gordon , J . D . ; Wm . Dumville , D . of C ; Dr . Bentley , Org .
Joseph Gaggs , l . G . ; Oliver Gaggs and Seymour Jackson , Stwds . ; and N . Jones , Tyler . The working tools were explained by Bro . Wm . Hardcastle , P . G . A . D . C . The address to the W . M . was given by Bro . W . O . Walker , P . G . S . W ., and to the Wardens and brethren bv Bro . J . VV . Abbott , P . G . D . of C .
Prior to the lodge closing the VV . M . proposed . a hearty vote of thanks to the R . W . P . G . M . for his kindness in being present under great inconvenience , and whilst suffering from a severe cold . The vote was seconded and carried with acclamation , after [ which Col . STARKIE returned thanks .
Bro . WILLIAMS , S . VV ., proposed that Bro . Arthur Sullivan be elected an Honorary Member of the lodge . This was seconded and carried unanimously . A list was read by the ACTING SECRETARY announcing 27 brethren for joining members of the lodge and four for initiation . " Hearty good wishes " were expressed by the visitors , and the lodge was closed .
Most of the brethren subsequently adjourned to the Freemasons' Hall , where a banquet had been prepared for them , presided over by the W . M ., Bro . N . Dumville . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured , including "The Healths of Col . Starkie , Sir Arthur Sullivan , " and others . The clothing , jewels , etc ., were manufactured by Bro . George Kenning , of London and Manchester .
Consecration Of The Queen's Westminster Chapter, No. 2021.
CONSECRATION OF THE QUEEN'S WESTMINSTER CHAPTER , No . 2021 .
An addition was made to the list of London Chapters by the consecration of the Queen ' s Westminster Chapter , No . 2021 , on Tuesday last , the 6 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , 8 a , Red Lion-square . The ceremony was performed by Comp . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke , G . S . E ., as M . E . Z ., assisted by Comps . J . M . P . Montagu , Grand Supt . Dorset , as H . ; Rev . John Studholme Brownrigg , P . G . A . S ., as J . ; and Frank Richardson , P . G . A . S ., as D . C .
The founders of the chapter were Comps . Major G . Lambert , M . E . Z . designate ; Capt . R . Payne , P . Z . 1328 , H . designate ; Lieut . H . C . Lambert , M . E . Z . 21 , J . designate ; G . Coop , P . S . 1604 ; Clifford Piobyn , 21 ; G . Flint , 2 nd A . S . 753 ; C . J . Livett , P . Z . 507 ; H . Von Joel , C . P . Belle , by , 1604 ; A . Steng , R . Cross , C . Kempton , P . S . 753 ; P . J . Cumming , R . Cousins , and VV . Woodruff .
In addition to the founders there were also present Comps . Lewis Thomas , P . G . S . B ., P . Z . 619 ; J . Stedman , J . Hodges , 19 ; G . F . Smith , junr ., P . Z . 507 ; W . M . Bywater , P . Z . 19 ; Lawler , VV . VV . Lee , 1524 ; and others .
I he chapter having been formally opened , Comp . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S . E ., as M . E . Z ., addressed the companions on the nature of the meeting , and said that they were met on a very interesting occasion , which was to start a new chapter in Royal Arch Masonry . It was about three years ago ihat , some brethren belonging to a well-known Volunteer regiment , founded the Queen ' s Westminster Lodge . That lodge , under the guidance of such Masons as Major Lambert , had had a short but
flourishing career , and its members now wished to put the keystone to their Masonic art by the formation of this chapter . The founders had acted very wisely in choosing so eminent a Mason as Comp . Major Lambert to preside over them , and he would be supported by two companions who would ably fulfil their respective chairs . The new chapter they were about to consecrate would , no doubt , be carried to a successful issue , for no chapter could possibly be started under more favourable auspices .
The petition and charter were next read , and the officers named in the latter were approved by ihe companions . Comp . Rev . J . STUDHOLME BROWNRIGG , P . G . A . S ., as J ., then delivered the following brief oration : — Freemasonry lives not only in the knowledge of a great and glorious past , but in the face that it is always ready to use its influence to promote that which is right , and support all that is good and true . Keeping itself apart from all party strife it is at all times energetic in everything that is conducive to the welfare of the country . The
Consecration Of The Queen's Westminster Chapter, No. 2021.
consecration of the chapter that day was an evidence of the interest taken in the volunteer movement . In the year 1859 , as some of the companions present might remember , England suddenly realised that an invasion o ! her shores was practicable . The army was , as far as number j was concerned , inferior to those of other countries . There is one feature in English character , and that is , a desire in times of difficulty and danger to know the worst , and also a desire tj correct it . As a natural result of this the Volunteer movement sprang up . There were many who sneered at it , but it had gone on
progressingyear after year until it had reached its present prosperous condition . The spirit that started that movement was a thoroughly Masonic one , for it was a spirit of loyalty to the Queen and a desire to support and uphold our great kingdom . There are times when circumstances call upon us to rise , and there are times when treason sneaks behind us , and disloyalty is not ashamed to make itself known . It is our duty to help that which is right and suppress all that is wrong , and our services should at all times be ready to maintain and uphold the dignity of our country and our Q ueen .
The consecration ceremony was then proceeded with , at the conclusion of which Comp . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke placed the following companions in the three Principals' chairs : Comps . Major G- Lambert , M . E . Z . ; [ Capt R . Payne , H . ; and Lieut . H . C . Lambert , J . Comp . Major LAMBERT said his first duty on accession to office was to
express to the G . S . E . and the other Grand Officers who had so ably assisted him the hearty and sincere thanks of the companions for the manner in which the consecration ceremony had been carried out . Words were but words , and he sincerely hoped that their actions in the future would express their gratitude .
Comp . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S . E ., thanked the M . E . Z . for his kind remarks , and assured him that it had been a great pleasure to the Grand Officers to be present and render any assistance . The following officers were then elected and invested : Comps . G . Coop , S . E . ; C . J . Livett , S . N . ; Clifford Probyn , Treas . ; C . P . Bellerby , P . S . j C . Kempton , ist A . S . ; W . Woodruff , D . C . ; H . Von Joel and Edwards , Stewards . Comp . Kingdom was elected 2 nd A . S . ; but , owing to his unavoidable absence , his investment was postponed .
The Consecrating Officers were then unanimously elected honorary members of the chapter , and 14 propositions were received for exaltation . There being no further business for transaction , chapter was duly closed , and the companions adjourned to banquet at the Holborn Restaurant .: The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured , " The Queen and Royal Arch Masonry , " "H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , First Grand Principal , " and " The Pro Grand Principal , the Earl of Carnarvon , and the rest of the Grand Officers" being all received with the customary enthusiasm .
Comp . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S . E ., ihen rose and said he had been permitted to propose the next toast , which was a very important one—it was " Success to the Queen's Westminster Chapter . " ^ . They had met together that day to launch a new chapter , and it would be very inconsiderate on their parts if they omitted to drink success to it , and wish it " God speed . " Their new chapter had been started under unusually good auspices , for it
had an excellent staff of officers and a good body of candidates coming on . The companions present would all be glad that they had seen the start of this chapter , and would join with him in wishing it a prosperous career . He wished to couple with the toast the name of Comp . Major Lambert , M . E . Z ., whom he trusted would have a happy and successful year of office .
Comp . Major GEORGE LAMBERT , M . E . Z ., in reply , said he wished to return his sincere thanks to the G . S . E . for his kind remarks , and also to the companions for their reception of the toast . He was at the present time a non-combatant ; but his heart and soul was in the regiment and its associations . Their lodge had had a short , ' but successful career , and he hoped the same success would attend the chapter . The rise of that chapter into existence was somewhat curious . Some years ago he had the
honour to be associated with an excellent Mason , who had rendered good suit and service to the Order—Comp . Atkinson . That companion left him a large amount of banners and other Masonic regalia , some of which they had seen that evening in the chapter . Having them in his possession , he desired to use them , and they had therefore been utilised for the chapter they had just started . He expected that he would be well supported , and then they would make their chapter as great a success as they had the lodge .
He would carry out his duties to the best of his ability , and , with the assistance of his Second and Third Principals , he had no doubt that the Queen ' s ( Westminster ) Chapter , which they had launched that evening , would have a flourishing and prosperous career . "The Consecrating and Installing Officers " was next proposed by the M . E . Z ., who said they were much indebted to Comp . Colonel Clerke , the G . S . E ., for coming among them on this occasion , and they were very glad
that he had found time and health to enable him to consecrate this chapter . There was no doubt that whatever work the G . S . E . was connected with , it was well done , and if the companions wished to repay him for his kindness they could do so by keeping their chapter to the front . There was also Comp . Montagu , who had travelled a long distance to be with them and assist in the work . Comp . Richardson had also come a very long distance in order to be present , and to render his valuable assistance in the ceremony .
Their thanks were also specially due to Comp . Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg for his eloquent oration , which , though short , was impressive , terse , and to the point . They were also indebted to Comps . Matier and Thomas for their kind and ready help . He asked all the companions to drink heartily the health of the Consecrating and Installing Officers . Comp . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S-E ., in response , said the magnitude of this toast was so great that he felt that his words would be
inadequate to express his thanks . On behalf of himself and the Grand Officers who had so ably assisted him , he returned his sincere thanks , and assured them that after they had discharged their duty , it was very gratifying to them to meet with the reception they usually did on these occasions . He had not the opportunity in the chapter of thanking the companions for the honour conferred upon them by electing them honorary members , but he wished now to return his heartiest thanks , and to assure the companions
that it was an honour they appreciated . It had afforded them great pleasure to be present and launch this new chapter into existence , and they sincerely hoped it would flourish . He wished to cordially thank the companions who had assisted him so ably , and without whose aid it would be impossible for him to satisfactorily carry out the work . Comp . Montagu was a shining light in Masonry , and was at all times ready to do all he could to render
assistance . He was also indebted lo Comp . Richardson for his invaluable aid in placing the companions in their proper order , and generally helping in the satisfactory performance of the ceremonies . He sincerely thanked the companions of the chapter for the kind and fraternal reception accorded them , and trusted that the chapter they had consecrated would be successful . "The Second and Third Principals" was next given by the M . E . Z ,,
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Consecration Of The Arthur Sullivan Lodge, At Manchester.
The lodge he had been asked to consecrate was for the special convenience of men in the musical and dramatic profession , and of science and art , whose time was devoted to the amusement and recreation of others , to elevate their minds , and give them instruction . It was a great pleasure to him to find men whose time was so much occupied , not altogether for their own advantage as for the benefit of others , desirous to unite themselves with a body and society of men which had for its object the benefit and amelioration of
mankind , and avail themselves of those principles which all Masons held so dear . The R-VV . P . G . M ., continuing , said he felt sure it was the wish of all present , as well as the whole body of Masons , to hold out the hand of fellowship to the new comers . He wished the new lodge prosperity , and that there might be unanimity amongst its members ; that the arts and sciences would flourish , and the talented brethren connected with the lodge
would become none the less illustrious for having joined the Masonic Fraternity . ( Applause . ) After a prayer from the P . G . Chaplain , the petition for the warrant was read by the P . G . Secretary , and also the warrant itself by the P . G . Registrar , and , when the brethren had signified their approval of the officers named in the petition and warrant , the P . G . Chaplain , Bro . E . J . Reeve , delivered on oration on the principles and teachings of Freemasonry , at the conclusion of which a cantata , composed expressly for the occasion by Bro .
Dr . Bentley , P . G . Organist , was sang by Bros . J ackson , Gordon , Lewtas , Turner , Miller , N . and W . Dumville , and others , the two first-named brethren singing the solos , and the accompaniments being played by a string band , organised by Bro . Oliver Gaggs , and conducted by Bro . Dr . Bentley . The usual ceremonial in connection with consecrating a lodge was then observed , corn , wine , and oil being poured respectively upon the ground , and the lodge dedicated to Masonry , Virtue , and Universal Benevolence .
After the concluding portion of the consecration prayer had been delivered , the R . W . P . G . M . declared the Arthur Sullivan Lodge duly constituted , and the ceremony terminated with the singing of anthem " Hosanna in the highest . " Bro . J . H . Sillitoe , P . P . G . J . VV ., then occupied the chair of K . S ., for the purpose of installing Bro . Nathaniel Dumville first VV . M . of the lodge ,
which was done with all due rite and ceremony , after which the officers were appointed and invested as follows : Bros . James Varley , P . P . G . Org ., I . P . M . ; A . H . Wiliiams , S . W . ; Allen Avison , J . W . ; E . W . Irving , P . M . ( S . C ) Treas . ; Benjamin Brierley , Sec ; Charles Reynolds , S . D . ; Fred . Gordon , J . D . ; Wm . Dumville , D . of C ; Dr . Bentley , Org .
Joseph Gaggs , l . G . ; Oliver Gaggs and Seymour Jackson , Stwds . ; and N . Jones , Tyler . The working tools were explained by Bro . Wm . Hardcastle , P . G . A . D . C . The address to the W . M . was given by Bro . W . O . Walker , P . G . S . W ., and to the Wardens and brethren bv Bro . J . VV . Abbott , P . G . D . of C .
Prior to the lodge closing the VV . M . proposed . a hearty vote of thanks to the R . W . P . G . M . for his kindness in being present under great inconvenience , and whilst suffering from a severe cold . The vote was seconded and carried with acclamation , after [ which Col . STARKIE returned thanks .
Bro . WILLIAMS , S . VV ., proposed that Bro . Arthur Sullivan be elected an Honorary Member of the lodge . This was seconded and carried unanimously . A list was read by the ACTING SECRETARY announcing 27 brethren for joining members of the lodge and four for initiation . " Hearty good wishes " were expressed by the visitors , and the lodge was closed .
Most of the brethren subsequently adjourned to the Freemasons' Hall , where a banquet had been prepared for them , presided over by the W . M ., Bro . N . Dumville . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were honoured , including "The Healths of Col . Starkie , Sir Arthur Sullivan , " and others . The clothing , jewels , etc ., were manufactured by Bro . George Kenning , of London and Manchester .
Consecration Of The Queen's Westminster Chapter, No. 2021.
CONSECRATION OF THE QUEEN'S WESTMINSTER CHAPTER , No . 2021 .
An addition was made to the list of London Chapters by the consecration of the Queen ' s Westminster Chapter , No . 2021 , on Tuesday last , the 6 th inst ., at the Masonic Hall , 8 a , Red Lion-square . The ceremony was performed by Comp . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke , G . S . E ., as M . E . Z ., assisted by Comps . J . M . P . Montagu , Grand Supt . Dorset , as H . ; Rev . John Studholme Brownrigg , P . G . A . S ., as J . ; and Frank Richardson , P . G . A . S ., as D . C .
The founders of the chapter were Comps . Major G . Lambert , M . E . Z . designate ; Capt . R . Payne , P . Z . 1328 , H . designate ; Lieut . H . C . Lambert , M . E . Z . 21 , J . designate ; G . Coop , P . S . 1604 ; Clifford Piobyn , 21 ; G . Flint , 2 nd A . S . 753 ; C . J . Livett , P . Z . 507 ; H . Von Joel , C . P . Belle , by , 1604 ; A . Steng , R . Cross , C . Kempton , P . S . 753 ; P . J . Cumming , R . Cousins , and VV . Woodruff .
In addition to the founders there were also present Comps . Lewis Thomas , P . G . S . B ., P . Z . 619 ; J . Stedman , J . Hodges , 19 ; G . F . Smith , junr ., P . Z . 507 ; W . M . Bywater , P . Z . 19 ; Lawler , VV . VV . Lee , 1524 ; and others .
I he chapter having been formally opened , Comp . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S . E ., as M . E . Z ., addressed the companions on the nature of the meeting , and said that they were met on a very interesting occasion , which was to start a new chapter in Royal Arch Masonry . It was about three years ago ihat , some brethren belonging to a well-known Volunteer regiment , founded the Queen ' s Westminster Lodge . That lodge , under the guidance of such Masons as Major Lambert , had had a short but
flourishing career , and its members now wished to put the keystone to their Masonic art by the formation of this chapter . The founders had acted very wisely in choosing so eminent a Mason as Comp . Major Lambert to preside over them , and he would be supported by two companions who would ably fulfil their respective chairs . The new chapter they were about to consecrate would , no doubt , be carried to a successful issue , for no chapter could possibly be started under more favourable auspices .
The petition and charter were next read , and the officers named in the latter were approved by ihe companions . Comp . Rev . J . STUDHOLME BROWNRIGG , P . G . A . S ., as J ., then delivered the following brief oration : — Freemasonry lives not only in the knowledge of a great and glorious past , but in the face that it is always ready to use its influence to promote that which is right , and support all that is good and true . Keeping itself apart from all party strife it is at all times energetic in everything that is conducive to the welfare of the country . The
Consecration Of The Queen's Westminster Chapter, No. 2021.
consecration of the chapter that day was an evidence of the interest taken in the volunteer movement . In the year 1859 , as some of the companions present might remember , England suddenly realised that an invasion o ! her shores was practicable . The army was , as far as number j was concerned , inferior to those of other countries . There is one feature in English character , and that is , a desire in times of difficulty and danger to know the worst , and also a desire tj correct it . As a natural result of this the Volunteer movement sprang up . There were many who sneered at it , but it had gone on
progressingyear after year until it had reached its present prosperous condition . The spirit that started that movement was a thoroughly Masonic one , for it was a spirit of loyalty to the Queen and a desire to support and uphold our great kingdom . There are times when circumstances call upon us to rise , and there are times when treason sneaks behind us , and disloyalty is not ashamed to make itself known . It is our duty to help that which is right and suppress all that is wrong , and our services should at all times be ready to maintain and uphold the dignity of our country and our Q ueen .
The consecration ceremony was then proceeded with , at the conclusion of which Comp . Col . Shadwell H . Clerke placed the following companions in the three Principals' chairs : Comps . Major G- Lambert , M . E . Z . ; [ Capt R . Payne , H . ; and Lieut . H . C . Lambert , J . Comp . Major LAMBERT said his first duty on accession to office was to
express to the G . S . E . and the other Grand Officers who had so ably assisted him the hearty and sincere thanks of the companions for the manner in which the consecration ceremony had been carried out . Words were but words , and he sincerely hoped that their actions in the future would express their gratitude .
Comp . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S . E ., thanked the M . E . Z . for his kind remarks , and assured him that it had been a great pleasure to the Grand Officers to be present and render any assistance . The following officers were then elected and invested : Comps . G . Coop , S . E . ; C . J . Livett , S . N . ; Clifford Probyn , Treas . ; C . P . Bellerby , P . S . j C . Kempton , ist A . S . ; W . Woodruff , D . C . ; H . Von Joel and Edwards , Stewards . Comp . Kingdom was elected 2 nd A . S . ; but , owing to his unavoidable absence , his investment was postponed .
The Consecrating Officers were then unanimously elected honorary members of the chapter , and 14 propositions were received for exaltation . There being no further business for transaction , chapter was duly closed , and the companions adjourned to banquet at the Holborn Restaurant .: The usual loyal and Masonic toasts were duly honoured , " The Queen and Royal Arch Masonry , " "H . R . H . the Prince of Wales , First Grand Principal , " and " The Pro Grand Principal , the Earl of Carnarvon , and the rest of the Grand Officers" being all received with the customary enthusiasm .
Comp . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S . E ., ihen rose and said he had been permitted to propose the next toast , which was a very important one—it was " Success to the Queen's Westminster Chapter . " ^ . They had met together that day to launch a new chapter , and it would be very inconsiderate on their parts if they omitted to drink success to it , and wish it " God speed . " Their new chapter had been started under unusually good auspices , for it
had an excellent staff of officers and a good body of candidates coming on . The companions present would all be glad that they had seen the start of this chapter , and would join with him in wishing it a prosperous career . He wished to couple with the toast the name of Comp . Major Lambert , M . E . Z ., whom he trusted would have a happy and successful year of office .
Comp . Major GEORGE LAMBERT , M . E . Z ., in reply , said he wished to return his sincere thanks to the G . S . E . for his kind remarks , and also to the companions for their reception of the toast . He was at the present time a non-combatant ; but his heart and soul was in the regiment and its associations . Their lodge had had a short , ' but successful career , and he hoped the same success would attend the chapter . The rise of that chapter into existence was somewhat curious . Some years ago he had the
honour to be associated with an excellent Mason , who had rendered good suit and service to the Order—Comp . Atkinson . That companion left him a large amount of banners and other Masonic regalia , some of which they had seen that evening in the chapter . Having them in his possession , he desired to use them , and they had therefore been utilised for the chapter they had just started . He expected that he would be well supported , and then they would make their chapter as great a success as they had the lodge .
He would carry out his duties to the best of his ability , and , with the assistance of his Second and Third Principals , he had no doubt that the Queen ' s ( Westminster ) Chapter , which they had launched that evening , would have a flourishing and prosperous career . "The Consecrating and Installing Officers " was next proposed by the M . E . Z ., who said they were much indebted to Comp . Colonel Clerke , the G . S . E ., for coming among them on this occasion , and they were very glad
that he had found time and health to enable him to consecrate this chapter . There was no doubt that whatever work the G . S . E . was connected with , it was well done , and if the companions wished to repay him for his kindness they could do so by keeping their chapter to the front . There was also Comp . Montagu , who had travelled a long distance to be with them and assist in the work . Comp . Richardson had also come a very long distance in order to be present , and to render his valuable assistance in the ceremony .
Their thanks were also specially due to Comp . Rev . J . Studholme Brownrigg for his eloquent oration , which , though short , was impressive , terse , and to the point . They were also indebted to Comps . Matier and Thomas for their kind and ready help . He asked all the companions to drink heartily the health of the Consecrating and Installing Officers . Comp . Col . SHADWELL H . CLERKE , G . S-E ., in response , said the magnitude of this toast was so great that he felt that his words would be
inadequate to express his thanks . On behalf of himself and the Grand Officers who had so ably assisted him , he returned his sincere thanks , and assured them that after they had discharged their duty , it was very gratifying to them to meet with the reception they usually did on these occasions . He had not the opportunity in the chapter of thanking the companions for the honour conferred upon them by electing them honorary members , but he wished now to return his heartiest thanks , and to assure the companions
that it was an honour they appreciated . It had afforded them great pleasure to be present and launch this new chapter into existence , and they sincerely hoped it would flourish . He wished to cordially thank the companions who had assisted him so ably , and without whose aid it would be impossible for him to satisfactorily carry out the work . Comp . Montagu was a shining light in Masonry , and was at all times ready to do all he could to render
assistance . He was also indebted lo Comp . Richardson for his invaluable aid in placing the companions in their proper order , and generally helping in the satisfactory performance of the ceremonies . He sincerely thanked the companions of the chapter for the kind and fraternal reception accorded them , and trusted that the chapter they had consecrated would be successful . "The Second and Third Principals" was next given by the M . E . Z ,,