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the early portion of his high official position , and should confidently rely on the long list of Past Alasters for help and advice in case of need . He concluded by paying a high compliment to the D . P . G . AL for his readiness , on this , as on all occasions when possible , in accepting the invitation to attend , and for the interest he always exhibits in the proceedings of No . 41 ; indeed , without his presence and sanction , though the ceremony bad not been conducted by
him , the W . AL would hardly consider himself properly installed , so accustomed were the brethren to see him among them on such occasions . At the same time he desired to express his pleasure and gratitude to the other visitors who had honoured him by their presence . The D . P . G . AL at once rose to reply , which he did briefly , but in graceful terms , taking the opportunity to notice and explain the recent frequent absences of thc Prov . Grand Alaster from
provincial meetings as quite unavoidable and contrary to his own wishes , at the same time stating his conviction that such would not be the case in future . The D . P . G . AL concluded by congratulating the W . AI . on the commencement of his career under such auspicious circumstances , and surrounded by so brilliant an assemblage . After a short pause , the W . AL again rose , and reminded the brethren of recent correspondence of a most pleasing kind with the son of a
- Mason , Bro . Alarsh ( aged 92 ) , who was initiated in No . 41 , and during his residence here was a subscribing member , but is now an honorary member . From the son he had just received a letter expressive of thc great interest his father still takes in the proceedings , and in reference to the discussions lately held on past events , mentioned that the old gentleman sat opposite to the Duke of Sussex at thc banquet on the consecration of the Alasonic Hall in
Yorkstreet in 1 S 19 . His letter was accompanied by a portraitof Bro . Alarsh , sen , and also by interesting documents , nicely framed , as a present to the lodge . A cordial vote of thanks was , of course , proposed , and carried by acclamation . This brought the business proceedings to a close , anil the lodge was duly closed . An adjournment was made to the Grand Hotel for the annual banquet , at which the W . AI . presided , and at the
cross table on his right were thc D . P . G . AL . Bro . the Kcv . Davy , P . G . Chap ' , Bro . the Rev . II . E . Sanderson , P . G . Chap , and others ; on his left were Bros . Dr . Hopkins , I . P . AI . ; Ashley , P . AL ; T . Wilton , P . AL ; F . Wilkin-- son , P . AL ; and others . Upwards of eighty guests sat down , and many others who intended to be present were prevented by illness , among whom may be especially named Bros . F . Brown , P . AL 41 ; E . T . Payne , P . G . D . of England , and
P . AI . 53 ; and Stothcrt , P . AI . 53 ; distinguished and highly esteemed Freemasons . Thc pattern of the menu card was new and much admired . The viands described thereon were of the highest character . In fact , nothing could surpass the provision made for the most exacting gourmand cr the most delicate connoisseur in wines . The musical arrangements were complete and effective . Bro . Pinker , a recently initiated member , kindly officiated at the piano in
place of the respected Bro . Pyne , the Organist of the abbey , who was detained at home b y indisposition . Thc W . AL seemed in his right place , and surpassed himself , ready as he always is in the performance of any duties . In truth , from beginning to end , there did not appear to be _ a screw loose , and the brethren must have carried to their homes most pleasing impressions of the installation of Bro . Charles Radway as W . AL of the Royal Cumberland Lodge , No . 41 , founded in 1733 .
BOLTON . —Lodge of Antiquity ( No . 146 ) . —The annual installation of this , one of thc oldest and most popular lodges in Lancashire ( being in possession of thc centenary medal ) was held at the Bull ' s Head inn , Bradshawgate , on Wednesday , the 2 nd inst . A goodly muster of the brethren and friends assembled to assist at the installation of Bro . William Cooper , S . W , into the chair of K . S .
The lodge was opened by the W . AL , Bro . Jas . Dooley , and the minutes of the last meeting were read by the Secretary elect , Bro . Jno . Alorris , P . AL , and passed . There were present Bros . James Dooley , W . AL ; William Cooper , S . W . ; Geo . Taylor , J . W . ; Rd . Duxbury , S . D . ; ] no . Alorris , P . AI , D . C . ; Wm . Heywood , Org . ; F . Williams , I . G . ; Thomas Rimmer , S . S . ; ll . Broughton , and Thos . Higson , Tylers ; Robt . Horridgc , I . P . AI . ;
Henry Ainsworth , P . AL ; Jno . Wild , P . AL ; H . Bagshaw , ] . F . Skelton , Jno . Chorlton , Nathaniel Tybzley , Allen Morris . Job . Rostron , Jos . Holden , Danl . Constantine , and Henry Tongue . The following visitors were also present : Bros . Thos . Entwisle , P . P . G . S . of W . E . L . ; Robert Harwood , P . AI . 34 S , and P . P . G . S . of W . E . L . ; J . McCoy , P . P . G . S . D , Cumberland ; G . P . Brockbank . P . AI . 221 ; - Wm . Stead , W . AI . 221 ; Jas . Newton , P . AI .
37 , P . P . G . S . D . ; W . H . Alcock , W . AI . 34 S ; Jno . Alcock P . AL 34 S ; J . Wolstenholme , P . AI . 34 S ; J . II . Swindlehurst , P . AI . 320 ; Wm . Crankshaw , 34 S ; and Francis Hilton , Affability , 317 . At this point the Installing Alaster , Bro . Jno . Wild , P . AI , assumed the chair , and the W . AL elect was presented in the usual manner by Bro . Henry Ainsworth , P . AL The Secretary elect , Bro . Jno . Alorris , P . AI , then read the customary questions from the Book
of Constitutions . After which the installation was cone through in Bro . Wild's usual painstaking manner . Bro . Alorris then proceeded to invest thc officers in the following order : Bros . G . Taylor , S . VV . ; Richard Duxbury , J . W . ; W . Nicholson , P . AI . Treas . ; H . Alorris , P . AI , Sec ; F . Williams , S . D . ; Henry Broughton , J . D . ; John Wild P . AI , D . C . ; W . Heywood , Org . ; J . F . Shelton , I . G . ; H . Rimmer , Tvler : T . ' 1 oncue . S . S .: I . Hanslam . LS .
At the close of the business the brethren sat down to a most recherche banquet ( set out in Airs . Long ' s usual splendid style ) to which all seemed to do ample justice . It was felt by many as a void that the face of the late J . D , Bro . J . Galloway ( whose business affairs have called him to Russia ) , was absent from the festive board ; but though absent yet many of the brethren remembered him with kindly feelings and good wishes for his future welfare and
prosperity . After the withdrawal of the cloth ami the loyal anil Alasonic toasts had been duly honoured , the assembled biethren weretieated to some ofthe most delightful glee singing , which is seldom heard in a Alasonic lodge , Bros . Kershaw , Lamb , and Neal forming a most unique trio , at the same lime each having special merits of
his own , Bro . Lambs bass song , "Here ' s to his health in a song , " being highly appreciated After " Thc Health of the Newly Installed Brother , " and "The District and Visiting Brethren " had been drank and responded to , a most enjoyable evening was brought to a close , and the brethren separated in peace and harmony at 11 p . m .
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YORK . —York Lodge ( No . 23 f >) . — The animal meeting of members for the audit of the accounts of this lodge took place on Wednesday , the 2 nd inst . Thc lodge was opened at seven o'clock by the W . AI , Bro . AL Rooke , who was supported by a number of his officers and brethren . Thc balance sheet was presented by Bro . J . Todd , P . AI , P . P . G . R , and having been examined , was pronounced to be eminently satisfactory .
After thc close of the lodge , the brethren met at supper , ample provision having been made under thc supervision of the Tyler , Bro . Calvert . The cloth having been removed , the W . AI . proposed the usual loyal and Alasonic toasts . Bro . Aldciman G . Brown then gave the toast of "The R . W . Prov . Grand Alaster , and the Prov . G . Lodge . " He said that it had been his privilege at thc last occasion of the meeting of Prov . G . Lodge in York to afford the hospitality
of thc Alansion House , which he then had the honour to occupy as Lord Mayor . . He was sure that his own opinion of their chief was that of all who had seen him presiding in lodge , that he used his best efforts in tl-. e cause of Alasonry , and nobly succeeded . Bro . A . Buckle , P . AI , Prov . Grand Deacon , responded , and said that he was certainly proud of the purple which had been conferred upon hirii , more especially as it brought him into closer association
with brethren such as those who had been so decorated , and who were then standing up with him , and because he felt that in him the York Lodge had been honoured . The S . W , Bro . J . S . Rymer , gave "The Health of the W . M , " who had already set them during his short term of office so good an example in work , and whose health he was right glad to £ cc restored to him . Thc W . AI . briefly responded , assuring thebrethren that he should spare no pains to do
his duty by the lodge in all respects . Bro . Buckle then gave the toast of the evening , which was " The Health ot the Treasurer of the Lodge . " He dwelt upon Bro . Todd's many excellent Alasonic qualities , and said that in him the successive rulers of the lodge had always and would always find a friend and counsellor . Bro . Todd in his reply made some reference to the lodge finances , which he was glad to bc able to show were in so healthy a condition .
He then spoke of the three Alasonic Chanties , and said that their Bro . thc Dean of York was going up as a Steward to thc Benevolent Festival , and he hoped that the Iodge would be able to vote a sum to his list . He ( Bro . Todd ) hoped to represent thc lodge at the Girls' Festival , and trusted he would receive the support of the lodge and brethren . He then gave a sketch of the work of thelodge during thc past year , and showed that it had contributed a
total sum to the Charities of over / . 100 . Bro . T . B . Whytehead , P . AI , P . P . G . D . C , gave the toast of "Thc Past Alasters of the Lodge . " He said that since thc time he had become a joining member of the lodge , now seven years since , there had been a succession of Alasters who had done their duty with the utmost credit to themselves and the lodge , and if such conscientious workers could always bc secured for the chairs of other lodges , Alasonry
would be in a much better position than at present . He was entirely at one with their Treasurer on the Charities question , and was delighted at the substantial work of the lodge . He trusted that greater care , however , would bc exercised in the admission of candidates into Alasonry , for from several matters which had lately transpired , as well as from the number cf applicants for the benefits of the Institutions , it was only too patent that men were joining
their ranks for the sake of what they and theirs could get out of Alasonry . Such a condition of affairs , if not discouraged , would prove most damaging to the Order . Bro . W . II . Gainforth , I . P . AI , responded , and was followed by Bro . G . Balmford , P . AI , P . P . G . O , who proposed " The Officers of thc Lodge . " The S . W . replied , and shortlyafterwards the proceedings were brought to a close . During
the evening , songs , duets , and glees were sung by Bros . J . Todd , G . Kirby , W . Smith , G . R . Hitchcock ; J . Stead , AI . Smith , and others , Bro . Tuke , Organist , presiding at the piano . Among those present , in addition to the brethren already named , were Bros . Sir . James Meek , P . AI , P . P . S . G . W . ; G . Garbutt , S . D . ; W . Powell , I . G . ; VV . Nicholson , J . Young , VV . T . Gowland , G . C . Lee , C Kearsley , J . Wellburn , and J . G . Turner .
MANCHESTER . —Lodge of Affability ( No . 317 ) . —The monthly meeting of this lodge was held at the Freemasons' Hall , Cooper-street , on Thursday , the 3 rd inst . The following brethren were present : Bros . W . Nicholl , W . AI . ; II . Walmsley , S . W . ; R . Tomlin ? ., J . W . ; J . Smethurst , P . AL , Treas . ; VV . J . Cunliffe , Sec ; Jas . Dawson , P . AI , Reg . ; John Bladon , P . AI , D . C ; " Jas . Wilson , S . D . ; P . ' Holmes , J . D . ; W . Eckersley , I . ' G . ;
J . Smith , Org . ; Ludwig Oppenheimer , R . R . Lisenden ( Freemason ) , and J . J . W . Edwards , Stewards ; J . Sly , T y ler ; D . Donbavand , P . AI . ; G . D . Wenham , Francis Hilton , Edward Smith , Henry Samuels , and John Garside . Visitors : Bros . Ellis Jones , P . AI . 1147 , P-G . Treas . E . L , and James Terry , P . P . G . J . W . Herts , Sec . R . M . B . I . The lodge was opened at 6 . 15 , and the minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed . Bros . Samuels and
Garside were severally passed to the Degree of F . C , both ceremonies being performed by the W . AL in a highly satisfactory manner , being his first attempt . Bro . Jas . Dawson , P . AI , delivered the E . A . Charge to both candidates . A proposition was carried that the sum of £ 5 be subscribed from thc lodge funds towards the East Lancashire Systematic and Alasonic Benevolent Educational Institution . Bro . Nicholl , W . AL , cave notice of motion for next
meeting that the sum of £ 10 ios . bc granted from the lodge funds towards the Royal Alasonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and Widows . A vote of thanks was accorded Bro . John Smethurst , P . AI . and Treas , for his services as Treasurer during the past year . A vote of thanks was also accorded to Bros . W . Nicholl and Jas . Dawson , P . AI , for their services as Auditors . The sum of £ 3 was voted towards the relief of a late member of thc
lodge . Previously to the closing of the lodge , the W . AI . requested Bro . James Perry , P . P . G . J . W . Herts , to give a few particulars concerning Ihe Institution for which our esteemed brother is Secretary . Bro . 'Perry thereupon gave a concise account of the progress thc Institution had made during the last twenty years , and which was most attentively listened to by the brethren ; and for which , at it ;
conclusion , Bro . 'lcriy received the thanks of the W . AL The lodge was afterwaids closed in peace and harmony at S . 15 . At the social board the number of visitors was increased hy the presence of Bros . C . E . Alatier , E . C . Alilligan ( Buxton ); Wm . Rome , P . AL 163 ; J . L .-Hiiie , P . P . G . S . W . E . L . ; and II . 'P . Robberds , P . AL 204 , P . P . G . Org . ; whose healths were proposed by the W . AL in flatter-
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ing terms , and svho duly responded . Bro . Terry also , in a most elaborate speech , gave further particulars respecting the Institution before mentioned , the festival in connection with which takes place at the Freemasons' Tavern , Great Queen-street , London , on the 23 rd inst , under the presidency of Bro . Lieut .-Col . Sir Henry Edwards , Bart . Bro .
Perry drew particular attention to the unusually large number of applicants this year ( ninety-nine ) who had petitioned for relief , and called upon every brother to do his utmost in obtaining donations and subscriptions towards this noble Institution . After a very enjoyable evening thc brethren separated shortly after eleven o ' clock .
PORTSEA . —Royal Sussex Lodge ( No . 342 ) . — The installation of the W . AI . ( Bro . Dr . Charles Knott ) for the ensuing year took place at the Freemasons' Hall , Landport , on Wednesday , the rgth ult , the Installing Alaster , Bro . S . R . Ellis , performing the duty with exceptional ability . Owing to the severity of the weather , the attendance was much less than would have been the case under
more favourable circumstances . Letters apologising for non-attendance were numerous , including Bros . Sir H . Drummond Wolff , G . CAI . G , ALP . for Portsmouth ; Alajor-Gcneral Sir F . Fitzwygram , Bart . ; Col . Sir Francis Burdett , Bart , G . AL for Aliddlesex and Grand Sov . of the Red Cross of Constantine for England and Scotland , ( of which Degree Bro . Knott is Int . Gen . for Hants );
Afajor-General thc Hon . Somerset J . G . Calthorpe , P . G . W . ; and many others . Among those present were Bros . Al . Frost , P . AI , Prov . G . Treas . ; J . Ogburn , P . AL 342 , P . P . J . G . W . ; R . Barnes , Prov . G . D . C ; J . 'P . Craven , P . AI . 342 ; R . W . Downing , W . M . 903 ; A . R . Holbrook , I . P . M . 300 ; J . Gieve , W . AI . lofig ; VV . Dart , W . AI . S 04 ; G . A . Green , P . AL 309 , P . P . G . D . ; E . S . Alain , P . AI . 903 , P . P . G . D . C ;
G . R . Strick , VV . AI . 142 S ; G . Godfrey , P . AI . 721 ; F . G . Bradbear , P . AI , P . P . G . O . ; G . P . Arnold , G . 'P . Cunningham , G . F . Brown , A . R . Robinson , VV . Al . Outridge , J . Arnold , T . R . Crook , C . U . Burr , A . W . Cesser , F / E . Knott , J . 'P . Craven , jun , J . F . Buck , and many others . At thc conclusion of the cciemony , the W . AI . appointed thc followingbrethren , ' : ! Bros . R . Barnes , I . P . AI . ;! . P . Craven , jun , S . * W . ; J . Brickwood , J . W . ; J . 'P . Craven , P . AI , Treas . ; C . W . Rand , Sec ; " J . S . Dyer , D . of C ; J . E .
Buck , S . D . ; Sanders , J . D . ; Bechcwaise , I . G . ; Bracy and Bentell , Stewards ; and G . Copus , Tyler . The balance sheet was most satisfactory , showing a balance in hand of £ u 2 , with invested funds . t . 425 . A vote of thanks was unanimously passed to Bro . Ellis , P . AI , for his Alasonic ability in carrying out the installation in its entirety . The brethren then adjourned to the banqueting room , the cuisine of the Alasonic Club being highly appreciated by all .
PLUMSTEAD . —Pattison Lodge ( No . 913 ) . — The usual monthly meeting of the above lodge took place at the Lord Raglan , Burrage-road , when , on accountof the unavoidable absence of the W . AI , Bro . J . Chapman , Bro . W . B . Lloyd , I . P . AI , filled the chair , and performed the duties in a most masterly and complete manner . He was supported by the following Past Alasters and officers : Bros .
C . Ellis Fermor , P . AL ; A . Penfold , P . AL ; T . D . Hayes , P . AL ; R . J . Cook , S . W . ; H . Alason , J . W . ; C . Coupland , P . AI , ' Treas , P . P . G . J . W . Kent ; " E . Denton , P . AI , Sec , P . P . G . P . Kent ; R . Edmonds , S . D . ; H . Pryce , J . D . ; Thos . Reed , I . G . ; and H . Alabbett , Tyler . There was a goodly array of the brethren present , and the following visitors honoured the lodge by their attendance : H ,-r _ c _ I \ V ^^ . _ . n W \ 1 -. _ - __ - _ •P M _ ,. lrrl . ;_«_ . n T > AT . „ .
_ . -... _•. _•. J . .. u . ,.-.., .. . . . . . / uyj . . . .. uu ^ .., ___ ., _ ,., , j . . 1 , 1 . 1 . , W . Doust , 13 ; E , W . Crews , 13 ; C VV . Bishop , Org . 6 l 5 ; W . J . Bidgood , Org . 700 ; G . Risch , ; 7 o 6 ; las . Poynton , 15 S ; G . Lock , late 13 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( breemnson ) . I'he lodge having been opened , and the usual business transacted , the ballot was taken for Air . Oscar Hoeftmann , and the result proving satisfactory , that gentleman was duly
initiated into the mysteries and privileges of the Order . Bro . Jas . Alandy was then passed to the Second Degree . 'Pen pounds were then voted to one of the Charities , and the like sum to a distressed brother , and the _ lodge was closed . The brethren afterwards sat down to an elegantly-served dinner , under the direction of Bro . W . Aloulder ; who had
been appointed caterer to the lodge , and whose efforts were most enjoyable , and highly commended . On assembling round the social board , the W . AL , on account of the lateness of the hour , dispensed with the usual toasts , with the exception of that of " The Initiate , " who suitably replied ; but some excellent harmony helped to pass an hour which was thoroughly enjoyed by all present .
MANCHESTER—Avon Lodge ( Xo . 1633 ) . — The fifth installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Denmark Hotel , Moss Side , on AVednesday evening , the 2 Gth ult . The following brethren were present : Bros . A . Painter . W . AL ; A . B . ' Whittaker , S . W . ; G . Alacfarlane , J . W . ; ' S . D . AlcKellan , S . D . ; W . Brown , J . D . ; H . Bracknell , I . G . ; G . Yates , Secretary ; C Fairbank , J . S . ;
W . Byway , S . S . ; G . Burrows , Tyler ; W . Bostock , P . AI , Treasurer ; T . B . Cavanah , P . AI . ; VV . H . Leigh , P . AL ; A . Clarke , Organist . ; J . D . Curtis , W . Lyon , W . Dunkerley , W . Shemilk , J . Boylan , W . Stephenson , W . 'P . Allett , H . Jones , A . T . Forrest , J . Aitcheson , and T . J . Hooper , P . AI . and P . P . G . T . Visitors : Bros . Dr . P ' Royler , P . AL ; J . Arensberg , P . AL 1161 , and P . P . G . P .
E . L . ; VV . Bowden , P . AI . 1213 , andP . P . G . S . B . W . L . ; J . Andrew , P . AI . 1213 ; VV . Hollins , P . AI . 152 ; J . Coxon , 152 ; J . Robinson , 1213 ; J . Hayes , P . AL 1161 ; J . Slack , 9355 J- Roberts , P . M . 204 ; and J . Sqirrell , 1516 . A substantial tea , in lieu of the ordinary installation banquet , was provided for the brethren , and at 6 . 20 p . m . the lodge was opened in due form by the retiring W . AL ,
Bro . A . Painter , after which the minutes being read and confirmed , and the balance-sheet adopted , with a vote of thanks to the able Treasurer , Bro . W . Bostock , P . AI , the ceremony of installation was proceeded with , and Bro . A . B . Whittaker was duly presented by Bro . A . Painter with ancient customs . 'I'he Installing Alaster , Bro . Bostock , P . AI , performed the ceremony with his accustomed
eloquence and impressiveness . Bro . J . T . Hooper , P . AI .. P . P . G . T , invested thc officers , and supplemented the usual addresses with a few happy congratulatory remarks appropriate to each office , and the address to thc Wardens was delivered in excellent style by Bro . Thomas Cavanah , P . AI . The lodge was closed at S . 30 p . m ., after which the brethren assembled round thc festive board , and after the
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the early portion of his high official position , and should confidently rely on the long list of Past Alasters for help and advice in case of need . He concluded by paying a high compliment to the D . P . G . AL for his readiness , on this , as on all occasions when possible , in accepting the invitation to attend , and for the interest he always exhibits in the proceedings of No . 41 ; indeed , without his presence and sanction , though the ceremony bad not been conducted by
him , the W . AL would hardly consider himself properly installed , so accustomed were the brethren to see him among them on such occasions . At the same time he desired to express his pleasure and gratitude to the other visitors who had honoured him by their presence . The D . P . G . AL at once rose to reply , which he did briefly , but in graceful terms , taking the opportunity to notice and explain the recent frequent absences of thc Prov . Grand Alaster from
provincial meetings as quite unavoidable and contrary to his own wishes , at the same time stating his conviction that such would not be the case in future . The D . P . G . AL concluded by congratulating the W . AI . on the commencement of his career under such auspicious circumstances , and surrounded by so brilliant an assemblage . After a short pause , the W . AL again rose , and reminded the brethren of recent correspondence of a most pleasing kind with the son of a
- Mason , Bro . Alarsh ( aged 92 ) , who was initiated in No . 41 , and during his residence here was a subscribing member , but is now an honorary member . From the son he had just received a letter expressive of thc great interest his father still takes in the proceedings , and in reference to the discussions lately held on past events , mentioned that the old gentleman sat opposite to the Duke of Sussex at thc banquet on the consecration of the Alasonic Hall in
Yorkstreet in 1 S 19 . His letter was accompanied by a portraitof Bro . Alarsh , sen , and also by interesting documents , nicely framed , as a present to the lodge . A cordial vote of thanks was , of course , proposed , and carried by acclamation . This brought the business proceedings to a close , anil the lodge was duly closed . An adjournment was made to the Grand Hotel for the annual banquet , at which the W . AI . presided , and at the
cross table on his right were thc D . P . G . AL . Bro . the Kcv . Davy , P . G . Chap ' , Bro . the Rev . II . E . Sanderson , P . G . Chap , and others ; on his left were Bros . Dr . Hopkins , I . P . AI . ; Ashley , P . AL ; T . Wilton , P . AL ; F . Wilkin-- son , P . AL ; and others . Upwards of eighty guests sat down , and many others who intended to be present were prevented by illness , among whom may be especially named Bros . F . Brown , P . AL 41 ; E . T . Payne , P . G . D . of England , and
P . AI . 53 ; and Stothcrt , P . AI . 53 ; distinguished and highly esteemed Freemasons . Thc pattern of the menu card was new and much admired . The viands described thereon were of the highest character . In fact , nothing could surpass the provision made for the most exacting gourmand cr the most delicate connoisseur in wines . The musical arrangements were complete and effective . Bro . Pinker , a recently initiated member , kindly officiated at the piano in
place of the respected Bro . Pyne , the Organist of the abbey , who was detained at home b y indisposition . Thc W . AL seemed in his right place , and surpassed himself , ready as he always is in the performance of any duties . In truth , from beginning to end , there did not appear to be _ a screw loose , and the brethren must have carried to their homes most pleasing impressions of the installation of Bro . Charles Radway as W . AL of the Royal Cumberland Lodge , No . 41 , founded in 1733 .
BOLTON . —Lodge of Antiquity ( No . 146 ) . —The annual installation of this , one of thc oldest and most popular lodges in Lancashire ( being in possession of thc centenary medal ) was held at the Bull ' s Head inn , Bradshawgate , on Wednesday , the 2 nd inst . A goodly muster of the brethren and friends assembled to assist at the installation of Bro . William Cooper , S . W , into the chair of K . S .
The lodge was opened by the W . AL , Bro . Jas . Dooley , and the minutes of the last meeting were read by the Secretary elect , Bro . Jno . Alorris , P . AL , and passed . There were present Bros . James Dooley , W . AL ; William Cooper , S . W . ; Geo . Taylor , J . W . ; Rd . Duxbury , S . D . ; ] no . Alorris , P . AI , D . C . ; Wm . Heywood , Org . ; F . Williams , I . G . ; Thomas Rimmer , S . S . ; ll . Broughton , and Thos . Higson , Tylers ; Robt . Horridgc , I . P . AI . ;
Henry Ainsworth , P . AL ; Jno . Wild , P . AL ; H . Bagshaw , ] . F . Skelton , Jno . Chorlton , Nathaniel Tybzley , Allen Morris . Job . Rostron , Jos . Holden , Danl . Constantine , and Henry Tongue . The following visitors were also present : Bros . Thos . Entwisle , P . P . G . S . of W . E . L . ; Robert Harwood , P . AI . 34 S , and P . P . G . S . of W . E . L . ; J . McCoy , P . P . G . S . D , Cumberland ; G . P . Brockbank . P . AI . 221 ; - Wm . Stead , W . AI . 221 ; Jas . Newton , P . AI .
37 , P . P . G . S . D . ; W . H . Alcock , W . AI . 34 S ; Jno . Alcock P . AL 34 S ; J . Wolstenholme , P . AI . 34 S ; J . II . Swindlehurst , P . AI . 320 ; Wm . Crankshaw , 34 S ; and Francis Hilton , Affability , 317 . At this point the Installing Alaster , Bro . Jno . Wild , P . AI , assumed the chair , and the W . AL elect was presented in the usual manner by Bro . Henry Ainsworth , P . AL The Secretary elect , Bro . Jno . Alorris , P . AI , then read the customary questions from the Book
of Constitutions . After which the installation was cone through in Bro . Wild's usual painstaking manner . Bro . Alorris then proceeded to invest thc officers in the following order : Bros . G . Taylor , S . VV . ; Richard Duxbury , J . W . ; W . Nicholson , P . AI . Treas . ; H . Alorris , P . AI , Sec ; F . Williams , S . D . ; Henry Broughton , J . D . ; John Wild P . AI , D . C . ; W . Heywood , Org . ; J . F . Shelton , I . G . ; H . Rimmer , Tvler : T . ' 1 oncue . S . S .: I . Hanslam . LS .
At the close of the business the brethren sat down to a most recherche banquet ( set out in Airs . Long ' s usual splendid style ) to which all seemed to do ample justice . It was felt by many as a void that the face of the late J . D , Bro . J . Galloway ( whose business affairs have called him to Russia ) , was absent from the festive board ; but though absent yet many of the brethren remembered him with kindly feelings and good wishes for his future welfare and
prosperity . After the withdrawal of the cloth ami the loyal anil Alasonic toasts had been duly honoured , the assembled biethren weretieated to some ofthe most delightful glee singing , which is seldom heard in a Alasonic lodge , Bros . Kershaw , Lamb , and Neal forming a most unique trio , at the same lime each having special merits of
his own , Bro . Lambs bass song , "Here ' s to his health in a song , " being highly appreciated After " Thc Health of the Newly Installed Brother , " and "The District and Visiting Brethren " had been drank and responded to , a most enjoyable evening was brought to a close , and the brethren separated in peace and harmony at 11 p . m .
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YORK . —York Lodge ( No . 23 f >) . — The animal meeting of members for the audit of the accounts of this lodge took place on Wednesday , the 2 nd inst . Thc lodge was opened at seven o'clock by the W . AI , Bro . AL Rooke , who was supported by a number of his officers and brethren . Thc balance sheet was presented by Bro . J . Todd , P . AI , P . P . G . R , and having been examined , was pronounced to be eminently satisfactory .
After thc close of the lodge , the brethren met at supper , ample provision having been made under thc supervision of the Tyler , Bro . Calvert . The cloth having been removed , the W . AI . proposed the usual loyal and Alasonic toasts . Bro . Aldciman G . Brown then gave the toast of "The R . W . Prov . Grand Alaster , and the Prov . G . Lodge . " He said that it had been his privilege at thc last occasion of the meeting of Prov . G . Lodge in York to afford the hospitality
of thc Alansion House , which he then had the honour to occupy as Lord Mayor . . He was sure that his own opinion of their chief was that of all who had seen him presiding in lodge , that he used his best efforts in tl-. e cause of Alasonry , and nobly succeeded . Bro . A . Buckle , P . AI , Prov . Grand Deacon , responded , and said that he was certainly proud of the purple which had been conferred upon hirii , more especially as it brought him into closer association
with brethren such as those who had been so decorated , and who were then standing up with him , and because he felt that in him the York Lodge had been honoured . The S . W , Bro . J . S . Rymer , gave "The Health of the W . M , " who had already set them during his short term of office so good an example in work , and whose health he was right glad to £ cc restored to him . Thc W . AI . briefly responded , assuring thebrethren that he should spare no pains to do
his duty by the lodge in all respects . Bro . Buckle then gave the toast of the evening , which was " The Health ot the Treasurer of the Lodge . " He dwelt upon Bro . Todd's many excellent Alasonic qualities , and said that in him the successive rulers of the lodge had always and would always find a friend and counsellor . Bro . Todd in his reply made some reference to the lodge finances , which he was glad to bc able to show were in so healthy a condition .
He then spoke of the three Alasonic Chanties , and said that their Bro . thc Dean of York was going up as a Steward to thc Benevolent Festival , and he hoped that the Iodge would be able to vote a sum to his list . He ( Bro . Todd ) hoped to represent thc lodge at the Girls' Festival , and trusted he would receive the support of the lodge and brethren . He then gave a sketch of the work of thelodge during thc past year , and showed that it had contributed a
total sum to the Charities of over / . 100 . Bro . T . B . Whytehead , P . AI , P . P . G . D . C , gave the toast of "Thc Past Alasters of the Lodge . " He said that since thc time he had become a joining member of the lodge , now seven years since , there had been a succession of Alasters who had done their duty with the utmost credit to themselves and the lodge , and if such conscientious workers could always bc secured for the chairs of other lodges , Alasonry
would be in a much better position than at present . He was entirely at one with their Treasurer on the Charities question , and was delighted at the substantial work of the lodge . He trusted that greater care , however , would bc exercised in the admission of candidates into Alasonry , for from several matters which had lately transpired , as well as from the number cf applicants for the benefits of the Institutions , it was only too patent that men were joining
their ranks for the sake of what they and theirs could get out of Alasonry . Such a condition of affairs , if not discouraged , would prove most damaging to the Order . Bro . W . II . Gainforth , I . P . AI , responded , and was followed by Bro . G . Balmford , P . AI , P . P . G . O , who proposed " The Officers of thc Lodge . " The S . W . replied , and shortlyafterwards the proceedings were brought to a close . During
the evening , songs , duets , and glees were sung by Bros . J . Todd , G . Kirby , W . Smith , G . R . Hitchcock ; J . Stead , AI . Smith , and others , Bro . Tuke , Organist , presiding at the piano . Among those present , in addition to the brethren already named , were Bros . Sir . James Meek , P . AI , P . P . S . G . W . ; G . Garbutt , S . D . ; W . Powell , I . G . ; VV . Nicholson , J . Young , VV . T . Gowland , G . C . Lee , C Kearsley , J . Wellburn , and J . G . Turner .
MANCHESTER . —Lodge of Affability ( No . 317 ) . —The monthly meeting of this lodge was held at the Freemasons' Hall , Cooper-street , on Thursday , the 3 rd inst . The following brethren were present : Bros . W . Nicholl , W . AI . ; II . Walmsley , S . W . ; R . Tomlin ? ., J . W . ; J . Smethurst , P . AL , Treas . ; VV . J . Cunliffe , Sec ; Jas . Dawson , P . AI , Reg . ; John Bladon , P . AI , D . C ; " Jas . Wilson , S . D . ; P . ' Holmes , J . D . ; W . Eckersley , I . ' G . ;
J . Smith , Org . ; Ludwig Oppenheimer , R . R . Lisenden ( Freemason ) , and J . J . W . Edwards , Stewards ; J . Sly , T y ler ; D . Donbavand , P . AI . ; G . D . Wenham , Francis Hilton , Edward Smith , Henry Samuels , and John Garside . Visitors : Bros . Ellis Jones , P . AI . 1147 , P-G . Treas . E . L , and James Terry , P . P . G . J . W . Herts , Sec . R . M . B . I . The lodge was opened at 6 . 15 , and the minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed . Bros . Samuels and
Garside were severally passed to the Degree of F . C , both ceremonies being performed by the W . AL in a highly satisfactory manner , being his first attempt . Bro . Jas . Dawson , P . AI , delivered the E . A . Charge to both candidates . A proposition was carried that the sum of £ 5 be subscribed from thc lodge funds towards the East Lancashire Systematic and Alasonic Benevolent Educational Institution . Bro . Nicholl , W . AL , cave notice of motion for next
meeting that the sum of £ 10 ios . bc granted from the lodge funds towards the Royal Alasonic Benevolent Institution for Aged Freemasons and Widows . A vote of thanks was accorded Bro . John Smethurst , P . AI . and Treas , for his services as Treasurer during the past year . A vote of thanks was also accorded to Bros . W . Nicholl and Jas . Dawson , P . AI , for their services as Auditors . The sum of £ 3 was voted towards the relief of a late member of thc
lodge . Previously to the closing of the lodge , the W . AI . requested Bro . James Perry , P . P . G . J . W . Herts , to give a few particulars concerning Ihe Institution for which our esteemed brother is Secretary . Bro . 'Perry thereupon gave a concise account of the progress thc Institution had made during the last twenty years , and which was most attentively listened to by the brethren ; and for which , at it ;
conclusion , Bro . 'lcriy received the thanks of the W . AL The lodge was afterwaids closed in peace and harmony at S . 15 . At the social board the number of visitors was increased hy the presence of Bros . C . E . Alatier , E . C . Alilligan ( Buxton ); Wm . Rome , P . AL 163 ; J . L .-Hiiie , P . P . G . S . W . E . L . ; and II . 'P . Robberds , P . AL 204 , P . P . G . Org . ; whose healths were proposed by the W . AL in flatter-
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ing terms , and svho duly responded . Bro . Terry also , in a most elaborate speech , gave further particulars respecting the Institution before mentioned , the festival in connection with which takes place at the Freemasons' Tavern , Great Queen-street , London , on the 23 rd inst , under the presidency of Bro . Lieut .-Col . Sir Henry Edwards , Bart . Bro .
Perry drew particular attention to the unusually large number of applicants this year ( ninety-nine ) who had petitioned for relief , and called upon every brother to do his utmost in obtaining donations and subscriptions towards this noble Institution . After a very enjoyable evening thc brethren separated shortly after eleven o ' clock .
PORTSEA . —Royal Sussex Lodge ( No . 342 ) . — The installation of the W . AI . ( Bro . Dr . Charles Knott ) for the ensuing year took place at the Freemasons' Hall , Landport , on Wednesday , the rgth ult , the Installing Alaster , Bro . S . R . Ellis , performing the duty with exceptional ability . Owing to the severity of the weather , the attendance was much less than would have been the case under
more favourable circumstances . Letters apologising for non-attendance were numerous , including Bros . Sir H . Drummond Wolff , G . CAI . G , ALP . for Portsmouth ; Alajor-Gcneral Sir F . Fitzwygram , Bart . ; Col . Sir Francis Burdett , Bart , G . AL for Aliddlesex and Grand Sov . of the Red Cross of Constantine for England and Scotland , ( of which Degree Bro . Knott is Int . Gen . for Hants );
Afajor-General thc Hon . Somerset J . G . Calthorpe , P . G . W . ; and many others . Among those present were Bros . Al . Frost , P . AI , Prov . G . Treas . ; J . Ogburn , P . AL 342 , P . P . J . G . W . ; R . Barnes , Prov . G . D . C ; J . 'P . Craven , P . AI . 342 ; R . W . Downing , W . M . 903 ; A . R . Holbrook , I . P . M . 300 ; J . Gieve , W . AI . lofig ; VV . Dart , W . AI . S 04 ; G . A . Green , P . AL 309 , P . P . G . D . ; E . S . Alain , P . AI . 903 , P . P . G . D . C ;
G . R . Strick , VV . AI . 142 S ; G . Godfrey , P . AI . 721 ; F . G . Bradbear , P . AI , P . P . G . O . ; G . P . Arnold , G . 'P . Cunningham , G . F . Brown , A . R . Robinson , VV . Al . Outridge , J . Arnold , T . R . Crook , C . U . Burr , A . W . Cesser , F / E . Knott , J . 'P . Craven , jun , J . F . Buck , and many others . At thc conclusion of the cciemony , the W . AI . appointed thc followingbrethren , ' : ! Bros . R . Barnes , I . P . AI . ;! . P . Craven , jun , S . * W . ; J . Brickwood , J . W . ; J . 'P . Craven , P . AI , Treas . ; C . W . Rand , Sec ; " J . S . Dyer , D . of C ; J . E .
Buck , S . D . ; Sanders , J . D . ; Bechcwaise , I . G . ; Bracy and Bentell , Stewards ; and G . Copus , Tyler . The balance sheet was most satisfactory , showing a balance in hand of £ u 2 , with invested funds . t . 425 . A vote of thanks was unanimously passed to Bro . Ellis , P . AI , for his Alasonic ability in carrying out the installation in its entirety . The brethren then adjourned to the banqueting room , the cuisine of the Alasonic Club being highly appreciated by all .
PLUMSTEAD . —Pattison Lodge ( No . 913 ) . — The usual monthly meeting of the above lodge took place at the Lord Raglan , Burrage-road , when , on accountof the unavoidable absence of the W . AI , Bro . J . Chapman , Bro . W . B . Lloyd , I . P . AI , filled the chair , and performed the duties in a most masterly and complete manner . He was supported by the following Past Alasters and officers : Bros .
C . Ellis Fermor , P . AL ; A . Penfold , P . AL ; T . D . Hayes , P . AL ; R . J . Cook , S . W . ; H . Alason , J . W . ; C . Coupland , P . AI , ' Treas , P . P . G . J . W . Kent ; " E . Denton , P . AI , Sec , P . P . G . P . Kent ; R . Edmonds , S . D . ; H . Pryce , J . D . ; Thos . Reed , I . G . ; and H . Alabbett , Tyler . There was a goodly array of the brethren present , and the following visitors honoured the lodge by their attendance : H ,-r _ c _ I \ V ^^ . _ . n W \ 1 -. _ - __ - _ •P M _ ,. lrrl . ;_«_ . n T > AT . „ .
_ . -... _•. _•. J . .. u . ,.-.., .. . . . . . / uyj . . . .. uu ^ .., ___ ., _ ,., , j . . 1 , 1 . 1 . , W . Doust , 13 ; E , W . Crews , 13 ; C VV . Bishop , Org . 6 l 5 ; W . J . Bidgood , Org . 700 ; G . Risch , ; 7 o 6 ; las . Poynton , 15 S ; G . Lock , late 13 ; and C . Jolly , 913 ( breemnson ) . I'he lodge having been opened , and the usual business transacted , the ballot was taken for Air . Oscar Hoeftmann , and the result proving satisfactory , that gentleman was duly
initiated into the mysteries and privileges of the Order . Bro . Jas . Alandy was then passed to the Second Degree . 'Pen pounds were then voted to one of the Charities , and the like sum to a distressed brother , and the _ lodge was closed . The brethren afterwards sat down to an elegantly-served dinner , under the direction of Bro . W . Aloulder ; who had
been appointed caterer to the lodge , and whose efforts were most enjoyable , and highly commended . On assembling round the social board , the W . AL , on account of the lateness of the hour , dispensed with the usual toasts , with the exception of that of " The Initiate , " who suitably replied ; but some excellent harmony helped to pass an hour which was thoroughly enjoyed by all present .
MANCHESTER—Avon Lodge ( Xo . 1633 ) . — The fifth installation meeting of this lodge was held at the Denmark Hotel , Moss Side , on AVednesday evening , the 2 Gth ult . The following brethren were present : Bros . A . Painter . W . AL ; A . B . ' Whittaker , S . W . ; G . Alacfarlane , J . W . ; ' S . D . AlcKellan , S . D . ; W . Brown , J . D . ; H . Bracknell , I . G . ; G . Yates , Secretary ; C Fairbank , J . S . ;
W . Byway , S . S . ; G . Burrows , Tyler ; W . Bostock , P . AI , Treasurer ; T . B . Cavanah , P . AI . ; VV . H . Leigh , P . AL ; A . Clarke , Organist . ; J . D . Curtis , W . Lyon , W . Dunkerley , W . Shemilk , J . Boylan , W . Stephenson , W . 'P . Allett , H . Jones , A . T . Forrest , J . Aitcheson , and T . J . Hooper , P . AI . and P . P . G . T . Visitors : Bros . Dr . P ' Royler , P . AL ; J . Arensberg , P . AL 1161 , and P . P . G . P .
E . L . ; VV . Bowden , P . AI . 1213 , andP . P . G . S . B . W . L . ; J . Andrew , P . AI . 1213 ; VV . Hollins , P . AI . 152 ; J . Coxon , 152 ; J . Robinson , 1213 ; J . Hayes , P . AL 1161 ; J . Slack , 9355 J- Roberts , P . M . 204 ; and J . Sqirrell , 1516 . A substantial tea , in lieu of the ordinary installation banquet , was provided for the brethren , and at 6 . 20 p . m . the lodge was opened in due form by the retiring W . AL ,
Bro . A . Painter , after which the minutes being read and confirmed , and the balance-sheet adopted , with a vote of thanks to the able Treasurer , Bro . W . Bostock , P . AI , the ceremony of installation was proceeded with , and Bro . A . B . Whittaker was duly presented by Bro . A . Painter with ancient customs . 'I'he Installing Alaster , Bro . Bostock , P . AI , performed the ceremony with his accustomed
eloquence and impressiveness . Bro . J . T . Hooper , P . AI .. P . P . G . T , invested thc officers , and supplemented the usual addresses with a few happy congratulatory remarks appropriate to each office , and the address to thc Wardens was delivered in excellent style by Bro . Thomas Cavanah , P . AI . The lodge was closed at S . 30 p . m ., after which the brethren assembled round thc festive board , and after the