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Article COMPLIMENTARY PRESENTATION TO BRO. J. C. PARKINSON, J.P., AT ABERDARE. ← Page 2 of 2 Article Poetry. Page 1 of 1 Article THE MASONIC INSTITUTIONS. Page 1 of 1 Article ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION. Page 1 of 1 Article ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS. Page 1 of 1 Article Masonic and Genral Tidings. Page 1 of 1
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Complimentary Presentation To Bro. J. C. Parkinson, J.P., At Aberdare.
. we are a powerful and influential body , strong in our rritv ° organization , and our discipline . ( Cheers . ) The U , ) v-difference between our critics is as to the scope and H ' liclency of those . Seven years ago I wrote a paper enticed " What is the good of Freemasonry ? " and sent it to the late Mr . Charles Dickens , who did me the honour of Wishing ft ; n his periodical " All the Year Round . " I
then declared the Craft to be " Blessed by crowned , and banned by tonsured heads , the essence of evil according to some men , and a fountain of goodness if you listen to others ; " and it has sometimes seemed to mc that the descri ption gains strength and force as thc years roll on . Here , in England , where vie have inherited from onr forefathers all the blessings of religious toleration and civil
liberty , we can hardly understand the venomous rancour with which so innocent and beneficial an institution as Freemasonry is assailed , and many of us were at first disposed to smile at attacks which seemed childish in their meanness , spite , and misconception . But the perseverance with which these attacks were repeated , and the unrelenting hostility displayed , has stimulated inquiry ancl caused the
reasons for their enmity to be better understood . ( Cheers . ) Not to go over an olcl story , I would ask students of history to note that wherever nations are free , happy , prosperous , and law-abiding , where there is constitutional government and religious liberty , Freemasonry flourishes ; the most exalted personages in those realms are proud to enter its ranks and to avow their allegiance to its principles . On the
other hand , in countries oppressed by spiritual tyranny or civil despotism , the light of Freemasonry is dreaded , and it is proscribed as a thing accursed . There is at this time no country in Europe where it is so dangerous to admit to be a Freemason as in Spain , and wc all know the distressed condition of that unhappy country . ( Loud cheers . ) Italy furnishes a stronger example still , for so long as she
was oppressed by misgovernment Freemasonry was punished by imprisonment , confiscation , and banishment , while directly she became free , lodges multiplied , and a Grand Lodge , presided over by thc distinguished patriot Mazzini , was established . In Rome itself , it is important to know —and I pledge my personal credit to the fact , for I have taken unfailing means to inform myself , and it is beyond
dispute—that Italian and English Freemasonry are absolutely identical . All the gossip as to the incendiary designs of Italian Freemasons , their conspiracies against the State , and their lawless compacts , arc absolute inventions of the enemy . Doubtless , in times past Italian Freemasons , smarting under the horrible mis-government of their country , endeavoured to realise the principles taught by
the Craft , but now that Italy is free , Masonry there is precisely what it is here , and it would be as sensible and as truthful to brand this meeting as composed of assassins and conspirators , as to believe the same charges against the illustrious men who rule the Craft in Italy . ( Cheers . ) Let us never forget , whenever Freemasonry is called in question , that Italy ' s past and present history , and
the position of the Craft in that country then and now , furnish the most complete answers to assailants . It is for them to prove that light , freedom , order , constitutional government , and religious toleration are imperilled when Freemasonry is allowed to pursue its way without suppression or interference . ( Hear , hear . ) This makes the establishment of the Grand Lodge of Rome one of the
greatest Masonic triumphs of the century , and it is gratifying to find that His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales readily recognised its importance , and that one of his earliest acts as Grand Master was to place thc Grand Lodge of England in official communication with that of Italy . Brethren , by our Masonic laws and obligations , no lod ge can flourish in any district without conserving and
strengthening respect for duly constituted authority , obedience to the law , loyalty to thc Throne , charity to all mankind , and affection to the brotherhood ; and it is the bounden duty of every Mason , whatever his position in life , to co-operate with his brethren for upholding thc Craft . I shall always be glad that I have been able to vender
some slight service to this lodge , and shall always refer with pride to this evening , and to this mark of your great kindness and consideration . As for my own wishes for the prosperity of the St . David ' s Lodge , let me quote the words of our illustrious Mason , our brother Robert Burns , as sung by him at the Kilmarnock Kilwinning Lod ge on an occasion somewhat similar to the present : —
" The powers who preside o'er the world and the tide , Who marked each element ' s border ; Who formed this frame with beneficent aim , Whose sovereign statute is order . Within this dear mansion may wayward contention , Or withered envy ne ' er enter ; Mav secrecy round be the mystical bound , And brotherl y love be the centre .
~ - ( Loud cheers . ) s , rcm ai'ider of the evening was spent in a very plea"rita ' ti 1111 " ^ t 0 aStS bdng inters P crscd with songs and
and unl a " marks as defined by the Act until 'o be « t ir u trade mark is registered . An office is in such n * ' not latertban the ist of January next , to be n-, ; i anner a , ld with such officers and at such salaries , r - ° rd Ch , ° ° moneys provided by Parliament , as the direct anccllor may , with the consent of the Treasury ,
" ICnt Of C . U . M . UHP 5 . V piVVlML tne IlUUUgCtrade ream I } U ' ^ - ~ One of the last Acts passed in the under . L ° Was t 0 establish a Register of Trade Marks , ami r su P c"ntendence ofthe Commissioners of Patents entiled ? ^ after the Ist JuI > ' ncxt a P crson is not to ^ ment nf Instltutc any proceeding to prevent the infringe-
Poetry.
Poetry .
THE "P . M . 'S" SONG . BY BRO . T . BURDETT YEOMAN-. Dedicated by permission to the Most Illustrious , Exalted , ami Worthy Bro . R . WENTWORTH LITTLE . Come once again , whilst I relate Some worthy deeds and acts ; Give ear all ye , till I discuss
A record full of facts . My tales are true , no one will doubt They're pungent in their way , For stirring scenes and sympathies Are met with ev'ry day . Chorus : Then honour pay where it is due , For ' tis a sterling gem ,
One of rare worth—all Masons own Past jewelled chair , P . M . The path it may be difficult , And some can ne ' er attain ; Sometimes a check lies in the way
But patience pray maintain . All is not perfect e ' en with us , To gain the goal we like ; But earnest be in what you do , The vein you ' re sure to strike . Chorus-: Then . honour pay , etc .
One cannot stride through all degrees , But step by step one gains A near approach for what he toils Before he holds the reins . Much thought you need , and study too ; 'Tis not an easy task To reach the chair beset wilh cares , And in its honours bask . Chorus : Then honour pay , etc .
The rule is somewhat paradox , But truth it is laid down ; Intelligence must reign supreme , Yet justice bears the crown . All are as one before ' tis done , And union is complete ; You must by all accepted be To reach the longed-for seat . Chorus : Then honour pay , etc .
To rule a lodge of goodly men , With hope the guiding star ; To sit among the jewelled band , Its lustre ne ' er to mar . 'Tis highly honoured in the Craft , Each glance doth homage pay To see this noble band of men , The Past Masters' array . Chorus : Then honour pay , etc .
The Masonic Institutions.
THE MASONIC INSTITUTIONS .
On Saturday last a small party of brethren , well known in the Order , assembled at a most agreeable dinner provided with much care by Bro . R . Stone , at the Ship Hotel , Halliford , Middlesex . The chair was occupied by Bro . the Rev . Dr . Brette , of Christ ' s Hospital . On his left was Lieut .-Col . Peters , and among the other members of the company
were Bros . B . Wentworth Little , Prov . G . S . W . Middlesex , Secretary to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls ; J . G . Marsh , W . T . Howe , J . Llewellyn Jones , E . G . Hislop , C . A , Davis , George Townsend , W . Clifton Crick , R . Stone , and H . Massey ( " Freemason " ) . After enjoying the excellent repast and choice wines set before them , the brethren honoured several Masonic toasts , beginning with " Thc
Queen , " and following this up with "The Prince of Wales , G . M ., " " The Pro Grand Master , " " The Deputy Grand Master , and others . " In the course of the evening Dr . Brette proposed "Success to the Masonic Institutions , " and when this had been enthusiastically drunk , Bro . R . Wentworth Little responded . In his reply he contrasted the present with the past condition
of all thc Masonic Charitable Institutions . After referring to the large number of annuitants now on the books of the Benevolent Institution , the number ( 177 ) of boys in the Boys' School , and of girls in the Girls' School , he said that the rapid increase in the members of the Order , and the liberality of the contributions to its charities , necessitated a corresponding distribution of their benefits . With this
view the managers of each of thc institutions were constantly exercising their minds as to how much further they might go in opening their doors to the multiplying demands made thereat . Speaking for the moment of the Girls' School , with which he was more immediately connected , he might inform the brethren that thc building at St . John ' s Hill , Battersea Rise , was not capable of receiving
a greater number of children than it at present contained ( 150 ) . Although the grounds were extensive they were merely sufficient for this number of children , and the alterations in the neighbourhood of the school rendered it impossible to purchase more land contiguous to the existing site . It would therefore be incumbent on the managers to find land elsewhere to keep pace with the growing claims
of the Craft , and a scheme would shortly be placed before the subscribers with that object . A notice of motion for the enlargement of the establishment had already been given in committee by a member ( Bro . Joshua Nunn ) , and in that shape the matter would come before the brethren .
The Rev . Dr . Brette thanked the brethren for their liberal support of his list , on which he , as Steward at tha last festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys , had been enabled to take up the sum of £ 94 10 s ., to be added to the funds of that institution . The party of brethren returned to town by the last train ,
Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION .
A committee of this institution met on Wednesday , September Sth , Bro . Joshua Nunn , P . G . S . B ., in the chair . Bros . Samuel Rawson , R . H . Giraud , Henry G . Warren , Charles F . Hogard , Louis Stean , John Newton , James Brett , C . A . Cottebrune , Wm . Stephens , Hyde Pullen , " Thos . Cubitt , R . W . Little , and James Terry , Sec .
The minutes of the last meeting were read and verified . Thc Secretary reported thc death of two annuitants , one of whom had received £ 159 , and the other £ 213 . The report of the House Committee was approved , and an estimate directed to be made of the cost of erecting an iron railing in front of the institution at Croydon . A widow was granted half her late husband ' s annuity , and one candidate was placed on list for election in May next .
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
The General Committee of this Institution met on Saturday , 4 th September , Bro . Henry Browse , Vice-Pat ., in the chair . Among the others present were Bros . Richard Spencer , Vice-Pat . ; Henry Smith , West Yorkshire , V . P . ; Frederick Adlard , V . P . ; George Bolton , V . P . ; Henry
Moore , Henry Dubosc , Robert Webster , Jesse turner , and F . Binckes , Secretary . Petitions were accepted on behalf of two candidates for April , 1876 , election , and an outfit value £ 5 was granted to an ex-pupil , after which the Committee adjourned .
Masonic And Genral Tidings.
Masonic and Genral Tidings .
We learn that Bro . Edward James Harty , the designer and drawer of the Installation Picture , has been in Paris in connection with the engraving of the picture , and that from thence he proceeded to Lausanne , to lay it before the " Convent Universel , " which commenced its proceedings on Monday , thc 6 th inst . We are happy to learn that Bro . Harty is progressing well with his undertaking , and we trust that it will receive warm support alike at home and abroad .
Bro . W . W . B . Beach , M . P ., Prov . Grand Master , Hants , offers himself as a candidate for the vacant seat at the board of the London and South-Western Railway Company , caused by the resignation of Mr . Hutchins . Mr . Alderman and Sheriff Ellis and Mrs . Ellis have returned to Byfleet from Castleham , Hollington , where they have been on a visit to the Right Hon , the Lord Mayor and the Lady Mayoress .
With reference to a complaint of our Bro . Homfray , A . G . D . C , we beg to say that his name , as well as that of Bro . R . Scott , D . G . M . Trinidad , were omitted from the posts they occupied in last Grand Lodge by inadvertence . The will and codicil , dated July 22 nd , 1871 , and
December 7 th , 1872 , of Sir Charles Locock , Bart ., late of Hertford-street , Mayfair , and of Binstead , in the Isle of Wight , who died on July 23 rd last , was proved on the 18 th ult . by Sir Charles Brodie Locock , Bart ., and the Rev . Alfred Henry Locock , two of the sons of the deceased , the executors , the personal estate being sworn under £ 100 , 000 .
ALEXANDRA PALACE , —The number of visitors to the Alexandra Palace since thc opening on the ist of May has considerably exceeded one million . Ten thousand rupees have been subscribed by thc merchants of Aden for the purpose of giving a fitting reception to the Prince of Wales .
It is rumoured that the Maharaja of Travancore will proceed to Bombay to visit the Prince of Wales . Messrs . C . T . Brock and Co ., the Crystal Palace pyrotechnists , have been informed that the Municipality of Calcutta has decided to engage them to give a display of fireworks on a very large scale , in honour of his Royal Highness's ( the Prince of Wales ) visit to that city .
We are under obligations to the Provincial Grand Prior of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia for lists of thc officers of thc Nova Scotia Preceptory and the Priory of the same . They are as follows : —Sir Knts . Benjamin Curren , D . C . L ., Eminent Preceptor ; W . N . Woodill , Constable ; C . F . Vose , Marshal ; Rev . H . P . Almon , D . C . L ., Chaplain ; S .
R . Sircom , P . E . C , Treasurer ; H . M . Hamilton , Registrar ; A . H . Woodill , M . D ., Sub-Marshal ; J . Tracey , Chaplain of the Guard ; C . Payzant , B . A ., Almoner ; J . W . Andrews , W . W . Rickards , Standard Bearers ; R . M . Stirling , A . G . Hesslein , Pursuivants ; J . M . Taylor , Guard . Priory : — Sir Knts . Benjamin Curren , Eminent Prior ; Rev . H . P . Almon , Prelate ; W . N . Woodill , Capt .-General ; C . F .
Vose , First Lieut .-General ; A . H . Crowe , Second Lieut .-General ; W . E . McCoy , Third Lieut .-General ; A . H . Woodill , Marshal ; W . W . Rickards , Hospitaller ; J . W . Andrews , Admiral ; J . R . Jennett , Conservator ; J . Tracy , Bailie ; C . Payzant , Turcopolier ; H . M . Hamilton , Chancellor ; S . R . Sircom , Treasurer ; J . M . Taylor , Guard . The head quarters are at Halifax .
NATIONAL TIUININO SCHOOL FOR MUSIC . —His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales has decided that his . free scholarship in this school shall be awarded , after an opsn competition , among the inhabitants of the Principality of Wales ,
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Complimentary Presentation To Bro. J. C. Parkinson, J.P., At Aberdare.
. we are a powerful and influential body , strong in our rritv ° organization , and our discipline . ( Cheers . ) The U , ) v-difference between our critics is as to the scope and H ' liclency of those . Seven years ago I wrote a paper enticed " What is the good of Freemasonry ? " and sent it to the late Mr . Charles Dickens , who did me the honour of Wishing ft ; n his periodical " All the Year Round . " I
then declared the Craft to be " Blessed by crowned , and banned by tonsured heads , the essence of evil according to some men , and a fountain of goodness if you listen to others ; " and it has sometimes seemed to mc that the descri ption gains strength and force as thc years roll on . Here , in England , where vie have inherited from onr forefathers all the blessings of religious toleration and civil
liberty , we can hardly understand the venomous rancour with which so innocent and beneficial an institution as Freemasonry is assailed , and many of us were at first disposed to smile at attacks which seemed childish in their meanness , spite , and misconception . But the perseverance with which these attacks were repeated , and the unrelenting hostility displayed , has stimulated inquiry ancl caused the
reasons for their enmity to be better understood . ( Cheers . ) Not to go over an olcl story , I would ask students of history to note that wherever nations are free , happy , prosperous , and law-abiding , where there is constitutional government and religious liberty , Freemasonry flourishes ; the most exalted personages in those realms are proud to enter its ranks and to avow their allegiance to its principles . On the
other hand , in countries oppressed by spiritual tyranny or civil despotism , the light of Freemasonry is dreaded , and it is proscribed as a thing accursed . There is at this time no country in Europe where it is so dangerous to admit to be a Freemason as in Spain , and wc all know the distressed condition of that unhappy country . ( Loud cheers . ) Italy furnishes a stronger example still , for so long as she
was oppressed by misgovernment Freemasonry was punished by imprisonment , confiscation , and banishment , while directly she became free , lodges multiplied , and a Grand Lodge , presided over by thc distinguished patriot Mazzini , was established . In Rome itself , it is important to know —and I pledge my personal credit to the fact , for I have taken unfailing means to inform myself , and it is beyond
dispute—that Italian and English Freemasonry are absolutely identical . All the gossip as to the incendiary designs of Italian Freemasons , their conspiracies against the State , and their lawless compacts , arc absolute inventions of the enemy . Doubtless , in times past Italian Freemasons , smarting under the horrible mis-government of their country , endeavoured to realise the principles taught by
the Craft , but now that Italy is free , Masonry there is precisely what it is here , and it would be as sensible and as truthful to brand this meeting as composed of assassins and conspirators , as to believe the same charges against the illustrious men who rule the Craft in Italy . ( Cheers . ) Let us never forget , whenever Freemasonry is called in question , that Italy ' s past and present history , and
the position of the Craft in that country then and now , furnish the most complete answers to assailants . It is for them to prove that light , freedom , order , constitutional government , and religious toleration are imperilled when Freemasonry is allowed to pursue its way without suppression or interference . ( Hear , hear . ) This makes the establishment of the Grand Lodge of Rome one of the
greatest Masonic triumphs of the century , and it is gratifying to find that His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales readily recognised its importance , and that one of his earliest acts as Grand Master was to place thc Grand Lodge of England in official communication with that of Italy . Brethren , by our Masonic laws and obligations , no lod ge can flourish in any district without conserving and
strengthening respect for duly constituted authority , obedience to the law , loyalty to thc Throne , charity to all mankind , and affection to the brotherhood ; and it is the bounden duty of every Mason , whatever his position in life , to co-operate with his brethren for upholding thc Craft . I shall always be glad that I have been able to vender
some slight service to this lodge , and shall always refer with pride to this evening , and to this mark of your great kindness and consideration . As for my own wishes for the prosperity of the St . David ' s Lodge , let me quote the words of our illustrious Mason , our brother Robert Burns , as sung by him at the Kilmarnock Kilwinning Lod ge on an occasion somewhat similar to the present : —
" The powers who preside o'er the world and the tide , Who marked each element ' s border ; Who formed this frame with beneficent aim , Whose sovereign statute is order . Within this dear mansion may wayward contention , Or withered envy ne ' er enter ; Mav secrecy round be the mystical bound , And brotherl y love be the centre .
~ - ( Loud cheers . ) s , rcm ai'ider of the evening was spent in a very plea"rita ' ti 1111 " ^ t 0 aStS bdng inters P crscd with songs and
and unl a " marks as defined by the Act until 'o be « t ir u trade mark is registered . An office is in such n * ' not latertban the ist of January next , to be n-, ; i anner a , ld with such officers and at such salaries , r - ° rd Ch , ° ° moneys provided by Parliament , as the direct anccllor may , with the consent of the Treasury ,
" ICnt Of C . U . M . UHP 5 . V piVVlML tne IlUUUgCtrade ream I } U ' ^ - ~ One of the last Acts passed in the under . L ° Was t 0 establish a Register of Trade Marks , ami r su P c"ntendence ofthe Commissioners of Patents entiled ? ^ after the Ist JuI > ' ncxt a P crson is not to ^ ment nf Instltutc any proceeding to prevent the infringe-
Poetry.
Poetry .
THE "P . M . 'S" SONG . BY BRO . T . BURDETT YEOMAN-. Dedicated by permission to the Most Illustrious , Exalted , ami Worthy Bro . R . WENTWORTH LITTLE . Come once again , whilst I relate Some worthy deeds and acts ; Give ear all ye , till I discuss
A record full of facts . My tales are true , no one will doubt They're pungent in their way , For stirring scenes and sympathies Are met with ev'ry day . Chorus : Then honour pay where it is due , For ' tis a sterling gem ,
One of rare worth—all Masons own Past jewelled chair , P . M . The path it may be difficult , And some can ne ' er attain ; Sometimes a check lies in the way
But patience pray maintain . All is not perfect e ' en with us , To gain the goal we like ; But earnest be in what you do , The vein you ' re sure to strike . Chorus-: Then . honour pay , etc .
One cannot stride through all degrees , But step by step one gains A near approach for what he toils Before he holds the reins . Much thought you need , and study too ; 'Tis not an easy task To reach the chair beset wilh cares , And in its honours bask . Chorus : Then honour pay , etc .
The rule is somewhat paradox , But truth it is laid down ; Intelligence must reign supreme , Yet justice bears the crown . All are as one before ' tis done , And union is complete ; You must by all accepted be To reach the longed-for seat . Chorus : Then honour pay , etc .
To rule a lodge of goodly men , With hope the guiding star ; To sit among the jewelled band , Its lustre ne ' er to mar . 'Tis highly honoured in the Craft , Each glance doth homage pay To see this noble band of men , The Past Masters' array . Chorus : Then honour pay , etc .
The Masonic Institutions.
THE MASONIC INSTITUTIONS .
On Saturday last a small party of brethren , well known in the Order , assembled at a most agreeable dinner provided with much care by Bro . R . Stone , at the Ship Hotel , Halliford , Middlesex . The chair was occupied by Bro . the Rev . Dr . Brette , of Christ ' s Hospital . On his left was Lieut .-Col . Peters , and among the other members of the company
were Bros . B . Wentworth Little , Prov . G . S . W . Middlesex , Secretary to the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls ; J . G . Marsh , W . T . Howe , J . Llewellyn Jones , E . G . Hislop , C . A , Davis , George Townsend , W . Clifton Crick , R . Stone , and H . Massey ( " Freemason " ) . After enjoying the excellent repast and choice wines set before them , the brethren honoured several Masonic toasts , beginning with " Thc
Queen , " and following this up with "The Prince of Wales , G . M ., " " The Pro Grand Master , " " The Deputy Grand Master , and others . " In the course of the evening Dr . Brette proposed "Success to the Masonic Institutions , " and when this had been enthusiastically drunk , Bro . R . Wentworth Little responded . In his reply he contrasted the present with the past condition
of all thc Masonic Charitable Institutions . After referring to the large number of annuitants now on the books of the Benevolent Institution , the number ( 177 ) of boys in the Boys' School , and of girls in the Girls' School , he said that the rapid increase in the members of the Order , and the liberality of the contributions to its charities , necessitated a corresponding distribution of their benefits . With this
view the managers of each of thc institutions were constantly exercising their minds as to how much further they might go in opening their doors to the multiplying demands made thereat . Speaking for the moment of the Girls' School , with which he was more immediately connected , he might inform the brethren that thc building at St . John ' s Hill , Battersea Rise , was not capable of receiving
a greater number of children than it at present contained ( 150 ) . Although the grounds were extensive they were merely sufficient for this number of children , and the alterations in the neighbourhood of the school rendered it impossible to purchase more land contiguous to the existing site . It would therefore be incumbent on the managers to find land elsewhere to keep pace with the growing claims
of the Craft , and a scheme would shortly be placed before the subscribers with that object . A notice of motion for the enlargement of the establishment had already been given in committee by a member ( Bro . Joshua Nunn ) , and in that shape the matter would come before the brethren .
The Rev . Dr . Brette thanked the brethren for their liberal support of his list , on which he , as Steward at tha last festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Boys , had been enabled to take up the sum of £ 94 10 s ., to be added to the funds of that institution . The party of brethren returned to town by the last train ,
Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
ROYAL MASONIC BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION .
A committee of this institution met on Wednesday , September Sth , Bro . Joshua Nunn , P . G . S . B ., in the chair . Bros . Samuel Rawson , R . H . Giraud , Henry G . Warren , Charles F . Hogard , Louis Stean , John Newton , James Brett , C . A . Cottebrune , Wm . Stephens , Hyde Pullen , " Thos . Cubitt , R . W . Little , and James Terry , Sec .
The minutes of the last meeting were read and verified . Thc Secretary reported thc death of two annuitants , one of whom had received £ 159 , and the other £ 213 . The report of the House Committee was approved , and an estimate directed to be made of the cost of erecting an iron railing in front of the institution at Croydon . A widow was granted half her late husband ' s annuity , and one candidate was placed on list for election in May next .
Royal Masonic Institution For Boys.
ROYAL MASONIC INSTITUTION FOR BOYS .
The General Committee of this Institution met on Saturday , 4 th September , Bro . Henry Browse , Vice-Pat ., in the chair . Among the others present were Bros . Richard Spencer , Vice-Pat . ; Henry Smith , West Yorkshire , V . P . ; Frederick Adlard , V . P . ; George Bolton , V . P . ; Henry
Moore , Henry Dubosc , Robert Webster , Jesse turner , and F . Binckes , Secretary . Petitions were accepted on behalf of two candidates for April , 1876 , election , and an outfit value £ 5 was granted to an ex-pupil , after which the Committee adjourned .
Masonic And Genral Tidings.
Masonic and Genral Tidings .
We learn that Bro . Edward James Harty , the designer and drawer of the Installation Picture , has been in Paris in connection with the engraving of the picture , and that from thence he proceeded to Lausanne , to lay it before the " Convent Universel , " which commenced its proceedings on Monday , thc 6 th inst . We are happy to learn that Bro . Harty is progressing well with his undertaking , and we trust that it will receive warm support alike at home and abroad .
Bro . W . W . B . Beach , M . P ., Prov . Grand Master , Hants , offers himself as a candidate for the vacant seat at the board of the London and South-Western Railway Company , caused by the resignation of Mr . Hutchins . Mr . Alderman and Sheriff Ellis and Mrs . Ellis have returned to Byfleet from Castleham , Hollington , where they have been on a visit to the Right Hon , the Lord Mayor and the Lady Mayoress .
With reference to a complaint of our Bro . Homfray , A . G . D . C , we beg to say that his name , as well as that of Bro . R . Scott , D . G . M . Trinidad , were omitted from the posts they occupied in last Grand Lodge by inadvertence . The will and codicil , dated July 22 nd , 1871 , and
December 7 th , 1872 , of Sir Charles Locock , Bart ., late of Hertford-street , Mayfair , and of Binstead , in the Isle of Wight , who died on July 23 rd last , was proved on the 18 th ult . by Sir Charles Brodie Locock , Bart ., and the Rev . Alfred Henry Locock , two of the sons of the deceased , the executors , the personal estate being sworn under £ 100 , 000 .
ALEXANDRA PALACE , —The number of visitors to the Alexandra Palace since thc opening on the ist of May has considerably exceeded one million . Ten thousand rupees have been subscribed by thc merchants of Aden for the purpose of giving a fitting reception to the Prince of Wales .
It is rumoured that the Maharaja of Travancore will proceed to Bombay to visit the Prince of Wales . Messrs . C . T . Brock and Co ., the Crystal Palace pyrotechnists , have been informed that the Municipality of Calcutta has decided to engage them to give a display of fireworks on a very large scale , in honour of his Royal Highness's ( the Prince of Wales ) visit to that city .
We are under obligations to the Provincial Grand Prior of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia for lists of thc officers of thc Nova Scotia Preceptory and the Priory of the same . They are as follows : —Sir Knts . Benjamin Curren , D . C . L ., Eminent Preceptor ; W . N . Woodill , Constable ; C . F . Vose , Marshal ; Rev . H . P . Almon , D . C . L ., Chaplain ; S .
R . Sircom , P . E . C , Treasurer ; H . M . Hamilton , Registrar ; A . H . Woodill , M . D ., Sub-Marshal ; J . Tracey , Chaplain of the Guard ; C . Payzant , B . A ., Almoner ; J . W . Andrews , W . W . Rickards , Standard Bearers ; R . M . Stirling , A . G . Hesslein , Pursuivants ; J . M . Taylor , Guard . Priory : — Sir Knts . Benjamin Curren , Eminent Prior ; Rev . H . P . Almon , Prelate ; W . N . Woodill , Capt .-General ; C . F .
Vose , First Lieut .-General ; A . H . Crowe , Second Lieut .-General ; W . E . McCoy , Third Lieut .-General ; A . H . Woodill , Marshal ; W . W . Rickards , Hospitaller ; J . W . Andrews , Admiral ; J . R . Jennett , Conservator ; J . Tracy , Bailie ; C . Payzant , Turcopolier ; H . M . Hamilton , Chancellor ; S . R . Sircom , Treasurer ; J . M . Taylor , Guard . The head quarters are at Halifax .
NATIONAL TIUININO SCHOOL FOR MUSIC . —His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales has decided that his . free scholarship in this school shall be awarded , after an opsn competition , among the inhabitants of the Principality of Wales ,