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Installation Ceremony In The Victoria Hall, Adelaide. S.A.
of the mother country . He was glad to have his confirmation of their own impression of the character of that ceremony . He desired to take this public opportunity of acknowledging the fraternal courtesies which he received when in England from one of the grandest old Masons in the mother country whom it was his privilege to meet—Colonel Starkie , the Prov . Grand Master for many years past of the important provincial Constitution
from which Bro . Thomas came . He wished also to compliment Bro . Sansom and the other brethren of the Grand Lodge who assisted him , for the aimirable manner in which the ceremony of thit afternoon was conducted , and he wished to call their attention to the fact that for 13 years past Bro . Sansom had issued the admirably-compiled ' Handbook of Masonry in South Australia , " a work indispensable to everyone who wished to know the
condition of the Craft , and that this little work had been published by him for 13 years at a loss , until in 1 S 95 , in despair , he was about to give it up . He hoped this distinguished assembly would decide to support this deserving enterprise and make it a profitable undertaking . They had listened to an admirable oration from the Grand Lecturer last year , but never had he listened
to a more eloquent address than that of the Grand Chaplain that day . It was with much regret that he noticed they were about to lose in a few weeks one whose gifts and character had been of such value to them . He felt certain he was only expressing the wish of every brother here present that Bro . Poole's career in the adjoining colony of Victoria might be as honourable , as distinguished , and as useful as his career in South Australia .
The M . W . the GRAND MASTER , in proposing the toast of " The Newly-Installed Masters , " said that occasion was the third of a joint installation in the history of Freemasonry in South Australia . He had thought when Canon Poole was speaking of the uniformity of Masonry that happily there was room for diversity . There was a good deal to be said in favour of separate installations as maintaining the individuality of the various lodges ,
and also the honour and dignity of the high office of Worshipful Master . In a joint installation the Worshipful Master had to sink his identity and to divide his dignity—on the present occasion into seven parts . But after all there were compensations . The new system saved money , which was a good thing in these times , and it also saved valuable time . It was a great gratification to him , not merely to be able to make his bow to the W . M . of
the Lodge of Harmony—to whom he owed special fealty—but also to be able to pay his respects to the Worshipful Masters of the several lodges who by the suffrages of their brethren had been placed in their present proud positions . To him—who confessed a reverence for the past—they had on that occasion an opportunity of expressing their sense of gratitude to the different Constitutions which made up the sum of South Australian
Freemasonry . But in proposing this toast he wanted to prevent the brethren from being too exalted at the success of that united installation . They owed a great debt of gratitude to Bro . T . ] . C . Hantke , D . G . D ., to Secretary Bro . Badger , and to the Committee for the success of the grand ceremonial they had just witnessed and also for the success of that banquet . The new Worshiplul Masters were beginning their year of office under the most auspic ious circumstances . They had the inspiration of the ceremony they
had just witnessed , they had the satisfaction of knowing that they had the good wishes of all the visiting members , and they already enjoyed the mark of the confidence of the brethren of their respective ledges . He felt sure that the new Worshipful Masters would perform their onerous duties to their utmost abilities , and he asked those present to encourage them in that undertaking by drinking to the toast . The toast was enthusiastically honoured .
Bro . C . G . GURR , W . M . Holdfast Lodge , in replying , said while the standard of Freemasonry was very lofty , still they would do good to themselves and others by striving after it . As newly-installed Masters of their respective lodges , they were deeply sensible of the important trusts and grave responsibilities of their positions . To become efficient Masters was their earnest desire , and they meant to use every effort to strengthen and
improve their lodges in the manner best approved by the teachings of the Craft . Masonry established for all a lofty ideal of virtuous life and moral conduct . They personally recognised that as Masters of their respective lodges it was not only an important duty to assiduously promote the best interests of their lodges while at labour , but the individual life and
wellbeing of each member of the lodge should and must be a matter of interest and concern if they would truly perform their obligations , and ensure that on the expiration of their year as Masters , they might look back with satisfaction and hand over the insignia of their office to their successors bright pure , and their lodge stronger and more active .
Bro . J . E . GOODEN , W . M . Emulation Lodge , also replied . He took it that the kindly sentiments expressed by the proposer were particularly meant to honour the various lodges which the newly-installed Worshipful Masters represented . On behalf of those lodges he thanked the brethren heartily for the way in which they had received the toast . Bro . OLIFENT , P . S . G . W ., proposed "The Newly-Installed Wardens " in appropriate terms .
Bros . J . MCDOWALL , S . W . Lodge ol Harmony , and J . H . COOKE , J . W . United Tradesmen ' s Lodge , suitably responded , expressing the hope that all would'do their best to forward the noble doctrines which Freemasonry tended to foster . The Grand Lecturer , Bro . the Rev . F . W . SAMWELL , proposed " The Installing Officer " in complimentary terms .
Bro . PHILII' SANSOM , Dep . G . Master , in acknowledging the toast , said he joined the most worthy the Grand Master in his congratulations to the newly-installed Worshipful Masters , and reminded them that as rulers of the Craft they had now committed to their care a sacred trust . It was theirs to preserve the honour and to maintain the ancient purity of Freemasonry . And how could this be done ? Was it by admitting into the
bosom of the Fraternity men of doubtful character , or by accepting all and sundry who chose to seek admittance ? Undoubtedly no . Personally he always gave the benefit of the doubt in favour of the welfare of the Order , and that was his advice to them as Masters of their lodges . We could not expect to build a house except upon a firm foundation , but when the house Was so built we should support its walls against every blast that beat against 'L The Order of Freemasonry was the most important institution in the
world . The lodges were little republics , where every brother was taught fhat he was a unit 111 the great organisation of which he was a member , and m which he could rise step by step to the highest positions in its gift . Thus a laudable ambition was encouraged in the minds of young Masons , which reached its full fruition in advancing years . And so , too , in the lodgeroom the impetuosity ot youth was softened by the milder counsels of age and experience . The old and the young were on an even plane—equal in their rights—and yet every member had to earn his reward by long and
Installation Ceremony In The Victoria Hall, Adelaide. S.A.
faithful service . Promotion in their Order was not often a matter of accident , and never should be gained by electioneering devices . It should come as the breath of heaven comes , to strengthen and invigorate , not to weaken or destroy . Freemasonry held out to every good man a higher and a loftier aim in life than that afforded by the reward which comes of gratified ambition . It gave every member an opportunity to benefit his
iellow men . The consciousness of duty performed , the belief that he has lived with a purpose , and that purpose a noble one ; that he has made bright spots along the pathway of others ; that he has given to the poor and cared for the sick ; that he has buried the dead and made glad the heart of the stranger- these were among the higher aims and loftier purposes of Freemasons and Freemasonry . He further reminded them that
Freemasonry was a select organisation whose very purpose was to band together for certain good ends the very best men in the land , and whose power and effectiveness for good depended upon the moral and intellectual character of the men who composed it . Hitherto , all honour to her glorious name , she had kept her escutcheon bright , and it was to be hoped that Masonry would continue to be what it had heretofore been—a grand , great , magnificent institution—one that would keep pace with the civilisation of
the age and maintain its ancient purity . Might she under the wise and discreet rule of these new Masters pluck new laurels and gather new trophies I He concluded by expressing the hope that they would , by adhering to true Masonic principles , move on a peaceful and prosperous path , and thus advance the interests , not only of their several lodges , but of the Craft generally . Bro . M . V . ADAMS , J . G . W ., proposed " The Visitors . "
Bros . M . THOMAS , P . M ., P . P . G . D . East Lanes . ; W . S . REID , W . M . Corinthian Lodge ; and C . H . S . WILLIAMS , W . M . Leopold Lodge , responded . Bro . J . H . CUNNINGHAM , Grand Secretary , proposed " The Chairman and Secretary of the United Installation Committee . "
Bro . HANTKE responded . The Tyler ' s toast closed the proceedings . During the evening songs were rendered by Bros . A . J . Bradford , J . T Cooke , F . H . Wilde , F . O . Gaze , and a quartet with a solo ( written especi ally for the evening by Bro . A . Wyatt Mortimer , G . Org . ) , by Bros . J . T Cooke , E . Scrymgour , F . O . Gaze , and F . H . Wild .
Consecration Of The Tyldesley Lodge, No. 2572, At Tyldesley.
CONSECRATION OF THE TYLDESLEY LODGE , No . 2572 , AT TYLDESLEY .
lhe consecration of the above Iodge took place on Thursday , the ist instant , at the Public Hall . The following were the founders : Bros . Dr . Wm . Duncan , P . M ., P . P . G . D . ; Dr . Robert Sephton , P . M ., acting I . P . M . j Dr . Rd . Martin , J . P ., S . W . ; C . H . Arrowsmith , Treas . ; F . T . Wright , Sec . ; W . H . Dale , S . D . ; John Burrows , J . D . j William Cooling , Org . ; W . H . Ramsden , I . G . ; and Peter Eckersley , Tyler .
The ceremony was performed by Bro . Wm . Goodacre , P . G . S . B ., P . G . Sec , assisted by Bros . J . J . Lambert , P . P . G . Reg ., as S . W . ; T . W . Rice , P . M ., as J . W . ; G . R . Bradley , P . P . D . G . D . C , as D . C . ; G . S . Smith , P . G . Org . ; and W . H . Arnott , P . M ., as I . G . The brethren having assembled in the lodge room , the Consecrating Officer with his assistants , together with such other Prov . Grand Officers as were present , entered in procession , when the Presiding Officer took the chair , and opened the Iodge in the three Degrees , and a hymn was sung .
The PRESIDING OFFICER addressed the brethren in regard to the object for which they had met together , after which the Chaplain , by his direction , offered up prayer . The founders were properly arranged , and the Consecrating Officer inquired of them whether they approved of the officers named in the warrant , and the brethren having signified their approval in Masonic form ,
The CHAPLAIN , at the request of the Presiding Officer , gave an impressive oration , expatiating on the leading principles upon which the Craft is founded , and of the brilliant illustration which those principles receive in the benevolent exercise of Masonic Charity , and the pure and disinterested policy which form the basis of unanimity and goodwill . He concluded b y
exhorting the members of the lodge now consecrated ever to strive and maintain these principles in their active exercise and integrity , and trusted that each of its members would be a faithful exponent of the moral features of which he had brielly reminded them , and thus be as faithful in their transmission of these principles to posterity as antiquity had been faithful to them .
The Presiding Officer proceeded to dedicate and constitute the lodge with musical responses , and the ceremony was brought to a close with the final benediction . Bro . Dr . Wm . Duncan , P . M ., P . P . G . D . ( the first W . M . designate ) was presented to the Installing Master , Bro . Goodacre , by Bro . G . R . Bradley , P . P . D . G . D . C . After the usual formula , a Board of Installed Masters having been constituted , Bro . Dr . Duncan was duly installed , the whole of the ceremony being performed in a most impressive style .
The W . M . then invested his officers as before mentioned . The working tools in the Third Degree were presented by Bro . Rice , and the Second and First by Bro . J . J . Lambert , P . P . G . R . I'he addresses tothe W . M . and Wardens were delivered by Bro . Bradley , whilst Bro . Goodacre addressed the brethren . Two candidates were proposed .
The lodge was furnished in a most elaborate manner , every thing being of the finest quality , the W . M . wearing an unique founders' jewel of exquisite beauty . At the conclusion of all business , the lodge was closed , and the members with their guests adjourned to a banquet . The tables were profusely decorated with rare flowers and plants .
The usual loyal and Masonic toast list was gone through , and all were heartily given and responded to . The pleasure of the evening was greatly enhanced by songs , glees , Sec .
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Installation Ceremony In The Victoria Hall, Adelaide. S.A.
of the mother country . He was glad to have his confirmation of their own impression of the character of that ceremony . He desired to take this public opportunity of acknowledging the fraternal courtesies which he received when in England from one of the grandest old Masons in the mother country whom it was his privilege to meet—Colonel Starkie , the Prov . Grand Master for many years past of the important provincial Constitution
from which Bro . Thomas came . He wished also to compliment Bro . Sansom and the other brethren of the Grand Lodge who assisted him , for the aimirable manner in which the ceremony of thit afternoon was conducted , and he wished to call their attention to the fact that for 13 years past Bro . Sansom had issued the admirably-compiled ' Handbook of Masonry in South Australia , " a work indispensable to everyone who wished to know the
condition of the Craft , and that this little work had been published by him for 13 years at a loss , until in 1 S 95 , in despair , he was about to give it up . He hoped this distinguished assembly would decide to support this deserving enterprise and make it a profitable undertaking . They had listened to an admirable oration from the Grand Lecturer last year , but never had he listened
to a more eloquent address than that of the Grand Chaplain that day . It was with much regret that he noticed they were about to lose in a few weeks one whose gifts and character had been of such value to them . He felt certain he was only expressing the wish of every brother here present that Bro . Poole's career in the adjoining colony of Victoria might be as honourable , as distinguished , and as useful as his career in South Australia .
The M . W . the GRAND MASTER , in proposing the toast of " The Newly-Installed Masters , " said that occasion was the third of a joint installation in the history of Freemasonry in South Australia . He had thought when Canon Poole was speaking of the uniformity of Masonry that happily there was room for diversity . There was a good deal to be said in favour of separate installations as maintaining the individuality of the various lodges ,
and also the honour and dignity of the high office of Worshipful Master . In a joint installation the Worshipful Master had to sink his identity and to divide his dignity—on the present occasion into seven parts . But after all there were compensations . The new system saved money , which was a good thing in these times , and it also saved valuable time . It was a great gratification to him , not merely to be able to make his bow to the W . M . of
the Lodge of Harmony—to whom he owed special fealty—but also to be able to pay his respects to the Worshipful Masters of the several lodges who by the suffrages of their brethren had been placed in their present proud positions . To him—who confessed a reverence for the past—they had on that occasion an opportunity of expressing their sense of gratitude to the different Constitutions which made up the sum of South Australian
Freemasonry . But in proposing this toast he wanted to prevent the brethren from being too exalted at the success of that united installation . They owed a great debt of gratitude to Bro . T . ] . C . Hantke , D . G . D ., to Secretary Bro . Badger , and to the Committee for the success of the grand ceremonial they had just witnessed and also for the success of that banquet . The new Worshiplul Masters were beginning their year of office under the most auspic ious circumstances . They had the inspiration of the ceremony they
had just witnessed , they had the satisfaction of knowing that they had the good wishes of all the visiting members , and they already enjoyed the mark of the confidence of the brethren of their respective ledges . He felt sure that the new Worshipful Masters would perform their onerous duties to their utmost abilities , and he asked those present to encourage them in that undertaking by drinking to the toast . The toast was enthusiastically honoured .
Bro . C . G . GURR , W . M . Holdfast Lodge , in replying , said while the standard of Freemasonry was very lofty , still they would do good to themselves and others by striving after it . As newly-installed Masters of their respective lodges , they were deeply sensible of the important trusts and grave responsibilities of their positions . To become efficient Masters was their earnest desire , and they meant to use every effort to strengthen and
improve their lodges in the manner best approved by the teachings of the Craft . Masonry established for all a lofty ideal of virtuous life and moral conduct . They personally recognised that as Masters of their respective lodges it was not only an important duty to assiduously promote the best interests of their lodges while at labour , but the individual life and
wellbeing of each member of the lodge should and must be a matter of interest and concern if they would truly perform their obligations , and ensure that on the expiration of their year as Masters , they might look back with satisfaction and hand over the insignia of their office to their successors bright pure , and their lodge stronger and more active .
Bro . J . E . GOODEN , W . M . Emulation Lodge , also replied . He took it that the kindly sentiments expressed by the proposer were particularly meant to honour the various lodges which the newly-installed Worshipful Masters represented . On behalf of those lodges he thanked the brethren heartily for the way in which they had received the toast . Bro . OLIFENT , P . S . G . W ., proposed "The Newly-Installed Wardens " in appropriate terms .
Bros . J . MCDOWALL , S . W . Lodge ol Harmony , and J . H . COOKE , J . W . United Tradesmen ' s Lodge , suitably responded , expressing the hope that all would'do their best to forward the noble doctrines which Freemasonry tended to foster . The Grand Lecturer , Bro . the Rev . F . W . SAMWELL , proposed " The Installing Officer " in complimentary terms .
Bro . PHILII' SANSOM , Dep . G . Master , in acknowledging the toast , said he joined the most worthy the Grand Master in his congratulations to the newly-installed Worshipful Masters , and reminded them that as rulers of the Craft they had now committed to their care a sacred trust . It was theirs to preserve the honour and to maintain the ancient purity of Freemasonry . And how could this be done ? Was it by admitting into the
bosom of the Fraternity men of doubtful character , or by accepting all and sundry who chose to seek admittance ? Undoubtedly no . Personally he always gave the benefit of the doubt in favour of the welfare of the Order , and that was his advice to them as Masters of their lodges . We could not expect to build a house except upon a firm foundation , but when the house Was so built we should support its walls against every blast that beat against 'L The Order of Freemasonry was the most important institution in the
world . The lodges were little republics , where every brother was taught fhat he was a unit 111 the great organisation of which he was a member , and m which he could rise step by step to the highest positions in its gift . Thus a laudable ambition was encouraged in the minds of young Masons , which reached its full fruition in advancing years . And so , too , in the lodgeroom the impetuosity ot youth was softened by the milder counsels of age and experience . The old and the young were on an even plane—equal in their rights—and yet every member had to earn his reward by long and
Installation Ceremony In The Victoria Hall, Adelaide. S.A.
faithful service . Promotion in their Order was not often a matter of accident , and never should be gained by electioneering devices . It should come as the breath of heaven comes , to strengthen and invigorate , not to weaken or destroy . Freemasonry held out to every good man a higher and a loftier aim in life than that afforded by the reward which comes of gratified ambition . It gave every member an opportunity to benefit his
iellow men . The consciousness of duty performed , the belief that he has lived with a purpose , and that purpose a noble one ; that he has made bright spots along the pathway of others ; that he has given to the poor and cared for the sick ; that he has buried the dead and made glad the heart of the stranger- these were among the higher aims and loftier purposes of Freemasons and Freemasonry . He further reminded them that
Freemasonry was a select organisation whose very purpose was to band together for certain good ends the very best men in the land , and whose power and effectiveness for good depended upon the moral and intellectual character of the men who composed it . Hitherto , all honour to her glorious name , she had kept her escutcheon bright , and it was to be hoped that Masonry would continue to be what it had heretofore been—a grand , great , magnificent institution—one that would keep pace with the civilisation of
the age and maintain its ancient purity . Might she under the wise and discreet rule of these new Masters pluck new laurels and gather new trophies I He concluded by expressing the hope that they would , by adhering to true Masonic principles , move on a peaceful and prosperous path , and thus advance the interests , not only of their several lodges , but of the Craft generally . Bro . M . V . ADAMS , J . G . W ., proposed " The Visitors . "
Bros . M . THOMAS , P . M ., P . P . G . D . East Lanes . ; W . S . REID , W . M . Corinthian Lodge ; and C . H . S . WILLIAMS , W . M . Leopold Lodge , responded . Bro . J . H . CUNNINGHAM , Grand Secretary , proposed " The Chairman and Secretary of the United Installation Committee . "
Bro . HANTKE responded . The Tyler ' s toast closed the proceedings . During the evening songs were rendered by Bros . A . J . Bradford , J . T Cooke , F . H . Wilde , F . O . Gaze , and a quartet with a solo ( written especi ally for the evening by Bro . A . Wyatt Mortimer , G . Org . ) , by Bros . J . T Cooke , E . Scrymgour , F . O . Gaze , and F . H . Wild .
Consecration Of The Tyldesley Lodge, No. 2572, At Tyldesley.
CONSECRATION OF THE TYLDESLEY LODGE , No . 2572 , AT TYLDESLEY .
lhe consecration of the above Iodge took place on Thursday , the ist instant , at the Public Hall . The following were the founders : Bros . Dr . Wm . Duncan , P . M ., P . P . G . D . ; Dr . Robert Sephton , P . M ., acting I . P . M . j Dr . Rd . Martin , J . P ., S . W . ; C . H . Arrowsmith , Treas . ; F . T . Wright , Sec . ; W . H . Dale , S . D . ; John Burrows , J . D . j William Cooling , Org . ; W . H . Ramsden , I . G . ; and Peter Eckersley , Tyler .
The ceremony was performed by Bro . Wm . Goodacre , P . G . S . B ., P . G . Sec , assisted by Bros . J . J . Lambert , P . P . G . Reg ., as S . W . ; T . W . Rice , P . M ., as J . W . ; G . R . Bradley , P . P . D . G . D . C , as D . C . ; G . S . Smith , P . G . Org . ; and W . H . Arnott , P . M ., as I . G . The brethren having assembled in the lodge room , the Consecrating Officer with his assistants , together with such other Prov . Grand Officers as were present , entered in procession , when the Presiding Officer took the chair , and opened the Iodge in the three Degrees , and a hymn was sung .
The PRESIDING OFFICER addressed the brethren in regard to the object for which they had met together , after which the Chaplain , by his direction , offered up prayer . The founders were properly arranged , and the Consecrating Officer inquired of them whether they approved of the officers named in the warrant , and the brethren having signified their approval in Masonic form ,
The CHAPLAIN , at the request of the Presiding Officer , gave an impressive oration , expatiating on the leading principles upon which the Craft is founded , and of the brilliant illustration which those principles receive in the benevolent exercise of Masonic Charity , and the pure and disinterested policy which form the basis of unanimity and goodwill . He concluded b y
exhorting the members of the lodge now consecrated ever to strive and maintain these principles in their active exercise and integrity , and trusted that each of its members would be a faithful exponent of the moral features of which he had brielly reminded them , and thus be as faithful in their transmission of these principles to posterity as antiquity had been faithful to them .
The Presiding Officer proceeded to dedicate and constitute the lodge with musical responses , and the ceremony was brought to a close with the final benediction . Bro . Dr . Wm . Duncan , P . M ., P . P . G . D . ( the first W . M . designate ) was presented to the Installing Master , Bro . Goodacre , by Bro . G . R . Bradley , P . P . D . G . D . C . After the usual formula , a Board of Installed Masters having been constituted , Bro . Dr . Duncan was duly installed , the whole of the ceremony being performed in a most impressive style .
The W . M . then invested his officers as before mentioned . The working tools in the Third Degree were presented by Bro . Rice , and the Second and First by Bro . J . J . Lambert , P . P . G . R . I'he addresses tothe W . M . and Wardens were delivered by Bro . Bradley , whilst Bro . Goodacre addressed the brethren . Two candidates were proposed .
The lodge was furnished in a most elaborate manner , every thing being of the finest quality , the W . M . wearing an unique founders' jewel of exquisite beauty . At the conclusion of all business , the lodge was closed , and the members with their guests adjourned to a banquet . The tables were profusely decorated with rare flowers and plants .
The usual loyal and Masonic toast list was gone through , and all were heartily given and responded to . The pleasure of the evening was greatly enhanced by songs , glees , Sec .