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P . M . 249 . "The Masonic Charities" was coupleel with the name of Bro . J . R . Goepel , P . P . G . D . C , who expressed a hope that every lodge in the province would do all in its power for the London charities , as well as those nearer home anel near their hearts in West Lancashire . Bro . Skeaf , P . G . O ., responded for " The Musical Brethren , " and a pleasant programme was furnished by Bros . Busfield , Hughes , Hill , and others . The procceelings afterwarels closed in peace and harmony .
INSTRUCTION . PERCY LODGE ( No . 198 ) . —The Fifteen Sections were worked by the members of the Royal Standard , in this lodge of instruction ( by invitation ) , held at the Jolly Farmers , Southgate-road , Islington , on Saturday , April 27 th , 1878 . Bros . T . Cull , S . D . 1146 , W . M . ; S . J . Byng , W . M . 902 , S . W . ; P . Dickinson , P . M . 1298 , J . W .
FIRST LECTUHE . 1 st Section ... Bro . S . Boaz , 18 ^ 2 nd „ ... „ J . M . Loekivood , S . D . 198 3 rd „ ... „ H . B . D . Dunn , S . D . 16 9 8 4 th „ ... „ C . G . Sparrow , 192 3 th J . W . Wright , P . M . 1298 6 th , , J . Davies , 193 7 th „ ... „ J . A . Powell , J . W . 186
SECOND LECTURE . 1 st „ ... Bro . J . Eldridgc , P . M . 167 2 nd „ ... „ P . Dickinson , P . M . 1298 3 rd „ ... „ G . W . Saul , S . W . 1201 4 th „ ... „ S . J . Byng , W . M . 902 Kth „ . . . „ F . G . Chant , 193
Tniiii ) LECTUHE . 1 st „ ... Bro . J . Shackell , P . M . 193 2 nd „ .. „ G . H . Hunter , J . W . 1298 3 " ! I- Davies , 193 The brethren acquitted thc . nselves in the working of the
different sections in the most masterly manner , and the W . M . put the questions in a manner that called forth the admiration of all present . There were present about fifty brothers , who came from far and near , and one and all expressed themselves highly delighted at _ the very enjoyable evening .
WELLINGTON LODGE ( No . 34 8 ) . —The annual festival of the above lodge took place on Monday , the 29 th ult ., at the White Swan Hotel , High-street , Deptford , and so far as the attendance was concerned left nothing to be desired on the part of its promoters , some sixty of the brethren and visiters assembling to enjoy the splendid working of the lodge , and its wonted hospitality .
The lodge was opened at 7 p . m . precisely , Bro . James Griffin , P . M . 933 , P . Z . 933 , 79 , & c , Preceptor of-it , filling the chair , supported by the following officers : Bro 5 . Macdonald , I > . M . 1138 S . W . ; Batehelor , D . C . 54 8 , J . W . ; Goldsmith , Sec 1531 S . D . ; Grammant , Sec 1559 J . D . ; Cattersen , S . D . 348 , I . G . ; and Gibson , 1473 and 1331 , Secretary of the lodge . The minutes of the previous
meeting having been confirmed , the rst anil 2 nel section of the First Degree were splendidly worked , Bro . Gibson being the interrogator . Bro . Capon , of the Pattison Lodge , No . 913 , and Bro . Gosheron , of No . 193 , were then elected members unanimously . The lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to a superb banquet . Among the visitors present were Bros . Clever , 171 ; Gosheron , 193 ; Seagl ,
73 ; Wilson , 177 ; Capon , 913 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts having been duly honoured , Bro . Griffin rose to propose " Success to the Wellington Lodge of Instruction . " He said it was their connection with the Wellington Lodge of Instruction that brought them together that evening , and he was pleased to recognise so many brethren round the table who were
members of it . Nothing would have gratified him more than to have seen many more present ; however , he was pleased to sec the lodge so well supported . ( Cheers . ) There could be no doubt that unavoidable circumstances kept them away , for he felt sure that if they could have known the company they were to have met they would have been here under any ciicumstances possible . He felt sure
that when they heard how happy and pleasant an evening they had passed they would regret it as much as he did . ( Hear hear . ) ' . Their Bro . Macdonald , who had been associated wilh the lodge so long , and had so recently retired from the position of Secretary , they felt the loss of very much ( hear , hear ) , for he was " au fait" with all the circumstances of it , and he could only express in the name
of the lodge their regret at that brothers decision , and ask them to drink to the toast that he had now the honour to propose , coupled with the name of Bro . Macdonald ( Cheers . ) Bro . Macdonald , in the course of an able and length y address , said he felt very gratified to sec the manner in which the toast had been received . Their W . M . had told them that he had workeel hard for the best interests of the
lodge , and that those efforts had not been without success ( Applause . ) He remembered when he first joined the loelge in November , 1871 , how few there were belonging to it , and how when he became W . M . of his lodge , 1158 , he determined to do all that he possibl y could to make that , the Wellington Lodge , a gooel Lodge of Instruction . At that time he found it a very small one , numbering only four or
five members . He then thought there was something wanting to er . sure its success . Bro . Dilley was at that time their Preceptor , and so small was the attendance that they thought it would be better to adjourn the lodge for six months . They then got Bro . Terry to work the ceremony of consecration , anil never in the whole of his life had he witnessed the ceremony of consecration worked in such a
manner as Bro . Terry workeel it . ( Applause . ) That was the turning point in the existence of the lodge , from Ihe average of nine attendances per yenr they increased to 12 , and this year Brj . Gibson would be in a position to give a better account even yet of the increase made by it . ( Cheers . ) He had the honour to be Preceptor to one of the most flourishing lodges ol instruction in the district ,
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the Star Lodge , and in a splendid peroration Bro . Macdonald wished the Wellington Lodge of Instruction , under its excellent Preceptor , Bro . Griffin , and its Secretary , Bro . Gibson , many happy and successful years , and concluded by proposing , "Long Life , Success , and Prosperity to its Preceptor , Treasurer , and Chairman , Bro . Griffin . " Bro . Griffin , in response , said he remembered the lodge meeting in
very short numbers , and expressed Ins pleasure at seeing the progress it had made of late . After paying a high tribute to the exertions of Bro . Dilley , who he declared had been the means of resuscitating the lodge , anil who , through business , had been elebarred from attenling to it as his heart desired , had , in retiring , thrown his mantle upon his ( Bro . Griffin's ) shoulders , a fact he regretted much ,
because he was not only taken up with Craft Masonry , but in the Royal Arch he had important duties to perform , that took up his time materially . He regretted that for the last four years he had not an opportunity of visiting Grand Lodge , and after expressing the great pleasure he felt at receiving their kind congratulations , both as Preceptor , Treasurer , and Chairman , resumed his seat amid
applause . The next toast was that of " The Visitors , " and Bros . Jolly , Kelly , Downs , Wilson , and Seagl responded . The toast of "The Officers , " was next given , to which Bros . Batehelor , Gloster , Goldsmith , and Grammant replied . Bro . Gibson , as Secretary , slid he hardly deserved the compliment paid him , as he had only been SecretaTy one month , and the position he was in to be able
to tell them something of the success of the lodge was due entirely to Bro . Macdonald . ( Cheers . ) He felt proud to be appointed Secretary , and should endeavour to do the duties appertaining to the office with credit to the lodge . ( Cheers . ) The average of last year's attendance was twelve , during the present it had been sixteen and a half . They had missed but one meeting and that was the Bank
Holiday , in August last . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Macdonald then , in glowing terms , proposed " The Masonic Press , " coupled with the name of Bro . Jelly , who briefly replied , and then the Tyler ' s toast concluded a most enjoyable evening . The harmony was most excellent and well sustained , and the catering of the Bros . Porter was all that could be desired .
STAR LODGE ( No . 1273 ) . —As announced in our last week ' s issue the Fifteen Sections were worked in this lodge on Saturelay , the 27 th April , when over 30 brethren assembled to witness and take part in the work . At a few minutes past seven the loelge wis openeel by the Preceptor ,
Bro . Govan Macdonald , P . M . 1138 , who after the usual preliminaries , and before a very critical audience , in which were no less than nine Preceptors , commenced the important business of the evening , in which the following brethren assisted : —
FIRST LECTURE . 1 st Section Bro . Hilton 2 nd „ ... ... ... „ Hassell 3 rd „ ... „ Grummant 4 th „ ,, Phillips jth ,, ,, Andrews 6 th „ „ Milburn 7 th „ ,, Rose
SECONO LECTURE . 1 st „ . ; , „ Gloster 2 nd ,, ... ... ... „ Pulsford 3 rd „ ,, Waterman 4 th „ „ Sadler 5 th „ Shaw
riiiitD LECTURE . 1 st „ ... ... ... „ Callerson 2 nd „ ... ... ... ,, Church 3 rd ,, ... ... ... „ Milburn The working throughout was of a very first-class character , and well maintained the reputation of this excellent lodge for its correct working . At the conclusion of the business hearty and unanimous votes of thanks
were passed to the Preceptor , Bro . Macdonald , and to the brethren who had so ably scconeled his efforts . We are given to understand the Charitable Association in connection with this lodge will commence its third session next month . Alreaely nearly one tliousand pounds have been paid to the Masonic Charities through this Association , and we heartily wish the members success in their thirel undertaking .
LIVERPOOL . —Mariners' Lodge ( No . 249 ) . — After a highly successful ) ear ' s work of instruction , the rnembcrs of this lodge of instruction celebrated their anniversary by dining at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , on Thursday evening , the 25 th April . Bro . J . Hayes , P . M . 249 , J'receptor , presided , and opened the lodge of instruction , supported by Bros . J . C . Robinson , W . M . 249 ,
acting as P . M . ; Whalley , S . W . ; Bottomley , J . W . ; Parry , I . G . j Barnett , Treasurer ; W . Corbett , Secretary ; Thornton , Vernon , Jenaway , Delamcre , Morris Davies , John Pye , J . II . Walker , J . N . Pendleton , W . Mooney , G . C . Bcecham , R . Fairclough , J . P . Jones , J . B . MacKenzie , and others . After the lodge of instruction minutes had been read and confirmed , the brethren , elispensing wilh labour for this occasion only , proceeded to refreshment under the
presidency of the esteemed Preceptor , and during the after proceedings a number of toasts and songs were giver , which made the time pass most pleasantly . Amongst the former were "The Queen and the Craft , " "The Preceptor , " " The P . M . ' s of the Lodge of Instruction , " "The Honorary Members , " " The Secretary , " " The Treasurer , " and " The Past Preceptors . " Song and sentiment rendered the meeting a peculiarly happy one , and the brethren separated at an early hour .
The consecration of the Montgomerie Lodge No . 1741 , took place on Thursday last , the 9 th inst ., atthe King's Head Hotel , Diss , Norfolk , Bro . J . C . Chittock being the first Worshipful Master . A report of the pro-1 ceedings will appear in our next .
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ST . MARK'S LODGE ( No . 1 ) . —The May meeting of the above lodge was held on Tuesday last , at the Freemasons' Tavern . There were present Bros . Thiellay , W . M . ; Dubois , S . W . ; Newman , J . W . ; Levander , P . M ., Treas . ; Kenning , P . M ., Sec . ; Shepherd , I . G . ; Dr . Brette , P . M . ; Horsley , P . M . ; Cubitt , P . M . ; Wilkinson , Sinter , Williams , D'Almainc . Visitor , Bro . Wm . Stanton Moses . The minutes of the last meeting were
read and confirmed . A ballot was taken for the admission of Bro . J . B . Lambe , of the Lodge of Prudent Brethren . Ic being unanimously in his favour , he was advanced to the degree of Mark Master . Bro . De'bois was elected Worshipful Master for the ensuing year ; Bro . Levander , P . M ., Treas . ; and Bro . Gilbert , Tyler . It was proposed by Bro . Horsley , P . M ., seconded by Bro . Levander and carried unanimously , that a letter of condolence be sent to the widow of the late Bro . R . Wentworth Little .
HAMMERSMITH LODGE ( 211 ) . —A meeting of this young but increasing lodge was held at the Windsor Castle Hotel , Hammersmith , when there were present , Bros . Mason , W . M . ; Baldwin , S . W . ; T . C . Walls , J . W . ( Freemason ); Dunham , M . O . ; Adams , acting S . O . ; A . Tisley , J . O . ; Haynes , S . D . ; Goodall , I . G . ; Page , Steward ; F . Walters , P . G . I . G ., Secretary : Stevens , P . G . I . G .
The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , Bro . Stevens , by permission of the W . M . advanced Bro . J . Bartlett to the Degree of a M . M ., the ceremony being carried out with that well-known brother's ability . A notice of motion having been given as to the election of a brother as an honorary member with all the privileges of a subscribing one , the lodge was closed , and
the brethren adjourned to an excellent collation , catered for by Bro . Gilbert . The visitors were , Bros . Dubois , P . M ., Mount Lebanon ; Adams , W . M . 191 ( Craft ) . At the conclusion of the repast the preliminary toasts were given briefly but pertinently by the W . M . Bros . Stevens and Walters responded for the Grand Officers , past and present . In proposing the health of "The W . M . " Bro .
Stevens took occasion to congratulate the lodge upon possessing so zealous and active a brother at their head . The Hammersmith had commenced well under Bro . Mason ' s auspices , and there was no doubt but that it would eventually become a very successful lodge . He was pleased to see that the officers did their work well , and he in conclusion remarked that although the number of
their members was not at present large , yet they possessed most excellent quality . The W . M . having acknowledged the compliment , proposed "The Health of the Newly-advanced Brother , " who made a suitable response . In giving "The Visitors , " the W . M . said that although they only had two visiting brethren that day yet they were pleased to welcome them , and he hoped that their
reception had been in every way pleasant to them . Bro . Dubois in reply expressed the gratification that he and his co-visitor had experienced in their visit to the lodge that day . He had been present at their consecration , which was most influentially attended , and he had then augured that the Hammersmith would make great strides in the Degree , and he was pleased to see that they were getting
good results , and that his expectations in other respects were being fully realized . " The Officers " was acknowledged by Bro . Baldwin , S . W ., in a few well . chosen words . During the proceedings Bros . Stevens , Mason , Tisley , Walls , Goodall , and others entertained the brethren , who separated at an early hour until the third Saturday in October next .
BATH . —Royal Cumberland Lodge ( T . I . )—The quarterly meeting was held at the Masonic Hall , on Thursday , April 23 th , when an unfortunate concurrence of circumstances prevented the attendance of many of the members , notably the W . M ., who is suffering under sudden domestic bereavement . The lodge was opened at quarter to six by Bro . James J . Dutton , P . M ., in the chair .
Among those present were Bros . Carey , l . P . M . ; Dr , Hopkins , P . G . W . of Grand Lodge , Chaplain ; John Dutton , S . W . ; Rubie , J . W . ; C . Wilkinson , Sec . ; Braham , M . O . ; Murlis , Reg . as S . O . ; Dingle , J . O . ; Penlay , as I . G . The minutes of the previous meeting were read and canfirmed . The report of the Audil Committee , with , financial statement which was very satisfactory , was >
resented and passed , vor the first time the officers ivi re . handsome jewels , recently purchased . Nine of these were presented by the officers who wore them , and a vote of thanks to ihcm was passed , also to Bro . Dr . Hopkins for the great trouble he had taken in procuring them . Bro . Gregory was introduceel anil duly advanced to the rank ol M . M . M . b y the acting W . M ., the symbolism of the
working tools being explained by Bro . Braham . Bro . Dr . Hopkins then took the chair , and duly installed Bro . John Dutton as W . M . for ; the ensuing year . The following were appointed as officers : Bros . Cater , l . P . M . ; Dr . Hopkins , Chaplain ; Rubie , S . W . ; C Wilkinson , J . W . ; Murlis , M . O . ; Railway , S . O . ; Dingle , J . O . ; Jacob Smith , D . C . ; F . Wilkinson , Reg . ; Braham , Sec . ; Howes S . D . ; Mercer , J . D . ; Pcnlav , I . G . ; Peach , Steward ;
Bigwood , 1 ' ylcr . The Installing Master concluded the ceremony with the usual addresses , which were received wilh acclamation , as also was a vote of thanks to him fur his services on the occasion , more especially as at muchinconvenience he had left his home , where' he had been detained nine weeks by illness , for the sole purpose of performing the duty . The Secretary was ordereel to address a letter cf sympathy and condolence to the l . P . M . on the death of his brother .
Bro . Alfred Durrant , P . M . xi 8 . J , and M . E . Z . elect , Lewis Chapter , has been nominated to fill one of the vacancies on the House Committee of the Royal Masonic nstitutioii for Boys .
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P . M . 249 . "The Masonic Charities" was coupleel with the name of Bro . J . R . Goepel , P . P . G . D . C , who expressed a hope that every lodge in the province would do all in its power for the London charities , as well as those nearer home anel near their hearts in West Lancashire . Bro . Skeaf , P . G . O ., responded for " The Musical Brethren , " and a pleasant programme was furnished by Bros . Busfield , Hughes , Hill , and others . The procceelings afterwarels closed in peace and harmony .
INSTRUCTION . PERCY LODGE ( No . 198 ) . —The Fifteen Sections were worked by the members of the Royal Standard , in this lodge of instruction ( by invitation ) , held at the Jolly Farmers , Southgate-road , Islington , on Saturday , April 27 th , 1878 . Bros . T . Cull , S . D . 1146 , W . M . ; S . J . Byng , W . M . 902 , S . W . ; P . Dickinson , P . M . 1298 , J . W .
FIRST LECTUHE . 1 st Section ... Bro . S . Boaz , 18 ^ 2 nd „ ... „ J . M . Loekivood , S . D . 198 3 rd „ ... „ H . B . D . Dunn , S . D . 16 9 8 4 th „ ... „ C . G . Sparrow , 192 3 th J . W . Wright , P . M . 1298 6 th , , J . Davies , 193 7 th „ ... „ J . A . Powell , J . W . 186
SECOND LECTURE . 1 st „ ... Bro . J . Eldridgc , P . M . 167 2 nd „ ... „ P . Dickinson , P . M . 1298 3 rd „ ... „ G . W . Saul , S . W . 1201 4 th „ ... „ S . J . Byng , W . M . 902 Kth „ . . . „ F . G . Chant , 193
Tniiii ) LECTUHE . 1 st „ ... Bro . J . Shackell , P . M . 193 2 nd „ .. „ G . H . Hunter , J . W . 1298 3 " ! I- Davies , 193 The brethren acquitted thc . nselves in the working of the
different sections in the most masterly manner , and the W . M . put the questions in a manner that called forth the admiration of all present . There were present about fifty brothers , who came from far and near , and one and all expressed themselves highly delighted at _ the very enjoyable evening .
WELLINGTON LODGE ( No . 34 8 ) . —The annual festival of the above lodge took place on Monday , the 29 th ult ., at the White Swan Hotel , High-street , Deptford , and so far as the attendance was concerned left nothing to be desired on the part of its promoters , some sixty of the brethren and visiters assembling to enjoy the splendid working of the lodge , and its wonted hospitality .
The lodge was opened at 7 p . m . precisely , Bro . James Griffin , P . M . 933 , P . Z . 933 , 79 , & c , Preceptor of-it , filling the chair , supported by the following officers : Bro 5 . Macdonald , I > . M . 1138 S . W . ; Batehelor , D . C . 54 8 , J . W . ; Goldsmith , Sec 1531 S . D . ; Grammant , Sec 1559 J . D . ; Cattersen , S . D . 348 , I . G . ; and Gibson , 1473 and 1331 , Secretary of the lodge . The minutes of the previous
meeting having been confirmed , the rst anil 2 nel section of the First Degree were splendidly worked , Bro . Gibson being the interrogator . Bro . Capon , of the Pattison Lodge , No . 913 , and Bro . Gosheron , of No . 193 , were then elected members unanimously . The lodge was then closed , and the brethren sat down to a superb banquet . Among the visitors present were Bros . Clever , 171 ; Gosheron , 193 ; Seagl ,
73 ; Wilson , 177 ; Capon , 913 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( Freemason ) . The usual loyal and Masonic toasts having been duly honoured , Bro . Griffin rose to propose " Success to the Wellington Lodge of Instruction . " He said it was their connection with the Wellington Lodge of Instruction that brought them together that evening , and he was pleased to recognise so many brethren round the table who were
members of it . Nothing would have gratified him more than to have seen many more present ; however , he was pleased to sec the lodge so well supported . ( Cheers . ) There could be no doubt that unavoidable circumstances kept them away , for he felt sure that if they could have known the company they were to have met they would have been here under any ciicumstances possible . He felt sure
that when they heard how happy and pleasant an evening they had passed they would regret it as much as he did . ( Hear hear . ) ' . Their Bro . Macdonald , who had been associated wilh the lodge so long , and had so recently retired from the position of Secretary , they felt the loss of very much ( hear , hear ) , for he was " au fait" with all the circumstances of it , and he could only express in the name
of the lodge their regret at that brothers decision , and ask them to drink to the toast that he had now the honour to propose , coupled with the name of Bro . Macdonald ( Cheers . ) Bro . Macdonald , in the course of an able and length y address , said he felt very gratified to sec the manner in which the toast had been received . Their W . M . had told them that he had workeel hard for the best interests of the
lodge , and that those efforts had not been without success ( Applause . ) He remembered when he first joined the loelge in November , 1871 , how few there were belonging to it , and how when he became W . M . of his lodge , 1158 , he determined to do all that he possibl y could to make that , the Wellington Lodge , a gooel Lodge of Instruction . At that time he found it a very small one , numbering only four or
five members . He then thought there was something wanting to er . sure its success . Bro . Dilley was at that time their Preceptor , and so small was the attendance that they thought it would be better to adjourn the lodge for six months . They then got Bro . Terry to work the ceremony of consecration , anil never in the whole of his life had he witnessed the ceremony of consecration worked in such a
manner as Bro . Terry workeel it . ( Applause . ) That was the turning point in the existence of the lodge , from Ihe average of nine attendances per yenr they increased to 12 , and this year Brj . Gibson would be in a position to give a better account even yet of the increase made by it . ( Cheers . ) He had the honour to be Preceptor to one of the most flourishing lodges ol instruction in the district ,
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the Star Lodge , and in a splendid peroration Bro . Macdonald wished the Wellington Lodge of Instruction , under its excellent Preceptor , Bro . Griffin , and its Secretary , Bro . Gibson , many happy and successful years , and concluded by proposing , "Long Life , Success , and Prosperity to its Preceptor , Treasurer , and Chairman , Bro . Griffin . " Bro . Griffin , in response , said he remembered the lodge meeting in
very short numbers , and expressed Ins pleasure at seeing the progress it had made of late . After paying a high tribute to the exertions of Bro . Dilley , who he declared had been the means of resuscitating the lodge , anil who , through business , had been elebarred from attenling to it as his heart desired , had , in retiring , thrown his mantle upon his ( Bro . Griffin's ) shoulders , a fact he regretted much ,
because he was not only taken up with Craft Masonry , but in the Royal Arch he had important duties to perform , that took up his time materially . He regretted that for the last four years he had not an opportunity of visiting Grand Lodge , and after expressing the great pleasure he felt at receiving their kind congratulations , both as Preceptor , Treasurer , and Chairman , resumed his seat amid
applause . The next toast was that of " The Visitors , " and Bros . Jolly , Kelly , Downs , Wilson , and Seagl responded . The toast of "The Officers , " was next given , to which Bros . Batehelor , Gloster , Goldsmith , and Grammant replied . Bro . Gibson , as Secretary , slid he hardly deserved the compliment paid him , as he had only been SecretaTy one month , and the position he was in to be able
to tell them something of the success of the lodge was due entirely to Bro . Macdonald . ( Cheers . ) He felt proud to be appointed Secretary , and should endeavour to do the duties appertaining to the office with credit to the lodge . ( Cheers . ) The average of last year's attendance was twelve , during the present it had been sixteen and a half . They had missed but one meeting and that was the Bank
Holiday , in August last . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Macdonald then , in glowing terms , proposed " The Masonic Press , " coupled with the name of Bro . Jelly , who briefly replied , and then the Tyler ' s toast concluded a most enjoyable evening . The harmony was most excellent and well sustained , and the catering of the Bros . Porter was all that could be desired .
STAR LODGE ( No . 1273 ) . —As announced in our last week ' s issue the Fifteen Sections were worked in this lodge on Saturelay , the 27 th April , when over 30 brethren assembled to witness and take part in the work . At a few minutes past seven the loelge wis openeel by the Preceptor ,
Bro . Govan Macdonald , P . M . 1138 , who after the usual preliminaries , and before a very critical audience , in which were no less than nine Preceptors , commenced the important business of the evening , in which the following brethren assisted : —
FIRST LECTURE . 1 st Section Bro . Hilton 2 nd „ ... ... ... „ Hassell 3 rd „ ... „ Grummant 4 th „ ,, Phillips jth ,, ,, Andrews 6 th „ „ Milburn 7 th „ ,, Rose
SECONO LECTURE . 1 st „ . ; , „ Gloster 2 nd ,, ... ... ... „ Pulsford 3 rd „ ,, Waterman 4 th „ „ Sadler 5 th „ Shaw
riiiitD LECTURE . 1 st „ ... ... ... „ Callerson 2 nd „ ... ... ... ,, Church 3 rd ,, ... ... ... „ Milburn The working throughout was of a very first-class character , and well maintained the reputation of this excellent lodge for its correct working . At the conclusion of the business hearty and unanimous votes of thanks
were passed to the Preceptor , Bro . Macdonald , and to the brethren who had so ably scconeled his efforts . We are given to understand the Charitable Association in connection with this lodge will commence its third session next month . Alreaely nearly one tliousand pounds have been paid to the Masonic Charities through this Association , and we heartily wish the members success in their thirel undertaking .
LIVERPOOL . —Mariners' Lodge ( No . 249 ) . — After a highly successful ) ear ' s work of instruction , the rnembcrs of this lodge of instruction celebrated their anniversary by dining at the Masonic Hall , Hope-street , Liverpool , on Thursday evening , the 25 th April . Bro . J . Hayes , P . M . 249 , J'receptor , presided , and opened the lodge of instruction , supported by Bros . J . C . Robinson , W . M . 249 ,
acting as P . M . ; Whalley , S . W . ; Bottomley , J . W . ; Parry , I . G . j Barnett , Treasurer ; W . Corbett , Secretary ; Thornton , Vernon , Jenaway , Delamcre , Morris Davies , John Pye , J . II . Walker , J . N . Pendleton , W . Mooney , G . C . Bcecham , R . Fairclough , J . P . Jones , J . B . MacKenzie , and others . After the lodge of instruction minutes had been read and confirmed , the brethren , elispensing wilh labour for this occasion only , proceeded to refreshment under the
presidency of the esteemed Preceptor , and during the after proceedings a number of toasts and songs were giver , which made the time pass most pleasantly . Amongst the former were "The Queen and the Craft , " "The Preceptor , " " The P . M . ' s of the Lodge of Instruction , " "The Honorary Members , " " The Secretary , " " The Treasurer , " and " The Past Preceptors . " Song and sentiment rendered the meeting a peculiarly happy one , and the brethren separated at an early hour .
The consecration of the Montgomerie Lodge No . 1741 , took place on Thursday last , the 9 th inst ., atthe King's Head Hotel , Diss , Norfolk , Bro . J . C . Chittock being the first Worshipful Master . A report of the pro-1 ceedings will appear in our next .
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ST . MARK'S LODGE ( No . 1 ) . —The May meeting of the above lodge was held on Tuesday last , at the Freemasons' Tavern . There were present Bros . Thiellay , W . M . ; Dubois , S . W . ; Newman , J . W . ; Levander , P . M ., Treas . ; Kenning , P . M ., Sec . ; Shepherd , I . G . ; Dr . Brette , P . M . ; Horsley , P . M . ; Cubitt , P . M . ; Wilkinson , Sinter , Williams , D'Almainc . Visitor , Bro . Wm . Stanton Moses . The minutes of the last meeting were
read and confirmed . A ballot was taken for the admission of Bro . J . B . Lambe , of the Lodge of Prudent Brethren . Ic being unanimously in his favour , he was advanced to the degree of Mark Master . Bro . De'bois was elected Worshipful Master for the ensuing year ; Bro . Levander , P . M ., Treas . ; and Bro . Gilbert , Tyler . It was proposed by Bro . Horsley , P . M ., seconded by Bro . Levander and carried unanimously , that a letter of condolence be sent to the widow of the late Bro . R . Wentworth Little .
HAMMERSMITH LODGE ( 211 ) . —A meeting of this young but increasing lodge was held at the Windsor Castle Hotel , Hammersmith , when there were present , Bros . Mason , W . M . ; Baldwin , S . W . ; T . C . Walls , J . W . ( Freemason ); Dunham , M . O . ; Adams , acting S . O . ; A . Tisley , J . O . ; Haynes , S . D . ; Goodall , I . G . ; Page , Steward ; F . Walters , P . G . I . G ., Secretary : Stevens , P . G . I . G .
The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed , Bro . Stevens , by permission of the W . M . advanced Bro . J . Bartlett to the Degree of a M . M ., the ceremony being carried out with that well-known brother's ability . A notice of motion having been given as to the election of a brother as an honorary member with all the privileges of a subscribing one , the lodge was closed , and
the brethren adjourned to an excellent collation , catered for by Bro . Gilbert . The visitors were , Bros . Dubois , P . M ., Mount Lebanon ; Adams , W . M . 191 ( Craft ) . At the conclusion of the repast the preliminary toasts were given briefly but pertinently by the W . M . Bros . Stevens and Walters responded for the Grand Officers , past and present . In proposing the health of "The W . M . " Bro .
Stevens took occasion to congratulate the lodge upon possessing so zealous and active a brother at their head . The Hammersmith had commenced well under Bro . Mason ' s auspices , and there was no doubt but that it would eventually become a very successful lodge . He was pleased to see that the officers did their work well , and he in conclusion remarked that although the number of
their members was not at present large , yet they possessed most excellent quality . The W . M . having acknowledged the compliment , proposed "The Health of the Newly-advanced Brother , " who made a suitable response . In giving "The Visitors , " the W . M . said that although they only had two visiting brethren that day yet they were pleased to welcome them , and he hoped that their
reception had been in every way pleasant to them . Bro . Dubois in reply expressed the gratification that he and his co-visitor had experienced in their visit to the lodge that day . He had been present at their consecration , which was most influentially attended , and he had then augured that the Hammersmith would make great strides in the Degree , and he was pleased to see that they were getting
good results , and that his expectations in other respects were being fully realized . " The Officers " was acknowledged by Bro . Baldwin , S . W ., in a few well . chosen words . During the proceedings Bros . Stevens , Mason , Tisley , Walls , Goodall , and others entertained the brethren , who separated at an early hour until the third Saturday in October next .
BATH . —Royal Cumberland Lodge ( T . I . )—The quarterly meeting was held at the Masonic Hall , on Thursday , April 23 th , when an unfortunate concurrence of circumstances prevented the attendance of many of the members , notably the W . M ., who is suffering under sudden domestic bereavement . The lodge was opened at quarter to six by Bro . James J . Dutton , P . M ., in the chair .
Among those present were Bros . Carey , l . P . M . ; Dr , Hopkins , P . G . W . of Grand Lodge , Chaplain ; John Dutton , S . W . ; Rubie , J . W . ; C . Wilkinson , Sec . ; Braham , M . O . ; Murlis , Reg . as S . O . ; Dingle , J . O . ; Penlay , as I . G . The minutes of the previous meeting were read and canfirmed . The report of the Audil Committee , with , financial statement which was very satisfactory , was >
resented and passed , vor the first time the officers ivi re . handsome jewels , recently purchased . Nine of these were presented by the officers who wore them , and a vote of thanks to ihcm was passed , also to Bro . Dr . Hopkins for the great trouble he had taken in procuring them . Bro . Gregory was introduceel anil duly advanced to the rank ol M . M . M . b y the acting W . M ., the symbolism of the
working tools being explained by Bro . Braham . Bro . Dr . Hopkins then took the chair , and duly installed Bro . John Dutton as W . M . for ; the ensuing year . The following were appointed as officers : Bros . Cater , l . P . M . ; Dr . Hopkins , Chaplain ; Rubie , S . W . ; C Wilkinson , J . W . ; Murlis , M . O . ; Railway , S . O . ; Dingle , J . O . ; Jacob Smith , D . C . ; F . Wilkinson , Reg . ; Braham , Sec . ; Howes S . D . ; Mercer , J . D . ; Pcnlav , I . G . ; Peach , Steward ;
Bigwood , 1 ' ylcr . The Installing Master concluded the ceremony with the usual addresses , which were received wilh acclamation , as also was a vote of thanks to him fur his services on the occasion , more especially as at muchinconvenience he had left his home , where' he had been detained nine weeks by illness , for the sole purpose of performing the duty . The Secretary was ordereel to address a letter cf sympathy and condolence to the l . P . M . on the death of his brother .
Bro . Alfred Durrant , P . M . xi 8 . J , and M . E . Z . elect , Lewis Chapter , has been nominated to fill one of the vacancies on the House Committee of the Royal Masonic nstitutioii for Boys .