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the less indebted to him ; and knowing the great punctuality of makers of jewels and artificers of gems of all kinds , he had not that jewel in his possession , although he would have it in a few days—Bro . Neville wore that jewel which the brethren kept in their own hearts—the jewel of his great Masonic fame . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Henry Neville , I . P . M ., in acknowledging the toast , said it always affected him when he heard anything said about himself , and strange to say it always clogged the brain and the little memory he happened to possess . The Drury Lane Lodge was to him a child which was growing up into splendid , magnificent manhood , and the honour that

had been bestowed upon him by the brethren retaining him for their Master two years was one he should never , never forget . Hc could not expect it or anticipate it , and when one had one jewel he did not expect to have another attached to it for a second year . It was an enormous pride to him to know that he had performed the duties of this lodge to the satisfaction of the brethren ; that had been his one great object ; his object was not to work up to a Past Master , because , strange to say , he practically objected to everything that had passed ; that was in all their bosoms ; they did not like past—past glory , past honour , a woman

who was past ; it did not sound quite nice ; but , thank God I there was a consolation in being a Past Master because a P . M . retained an honour and a privilege which was enjoyed by their worthy Past Grand Treasurer , Edward Terry , and the rest of the Grand Officers in England of visiting as a P . M . the Grand Lodge and taking part in those exquisite , magnificent , services which were scattered over the country on behalf of the poor and the old , men and women , and the orphan children , boys and girls . ( Hear , hear . ) That seemed to him a sort of sweet bosom on which every Past Master might repose—the bosom of Charity—Charity that was past , to put a crown upon one's

life , and give the crown of glory , and of joy , and rejoicing , which he spoke of in the installation ceremony , which should continue when time with him should be no more . ( Cheers . ) Until that time he should be at the service of the brethren , and from his heart of hearts he thanked them all for the kindness and honour he had received for any service he had rendered . No Master was ever better served by his officers , and he expressed his gratitude for that service . It gave him the extremest pride to see them come up to the chair , and to see Bro . Maxwell there that night . ( Applause ) . Bros . James Fernandez , P . M ., and Bro . Oscar Barrett , P . M ., also replied . After the toast of "The Officers" had been honoured and replied to , the Tyler ' s toast was given , and the brethren separated .

Royal Arch.

Royal Arch .

Union Waterloo Chapter , No . 13 . The installation meeting of the above chapter took place on Wednesday , the 26 th ult ., at Freemasons' Hall , Plumstead , when Comps . W . H . Keeble was installed as M . E . Z . ; G . Porter , as H . ; and H . Crowdy , as J . Comp . A . Penfold , P . Z . 913 and 1472 , P . P . G . ist Asst . Soj . Kent , was the Installing Officer , and did his work splendidly . The M . E . Z . invested his officers as follows : Comp . G . Kennedy , P . Z ., S . E . ; W . J , Crowdy , S . N . ; Capt . G . Spinks , P . Z ., Treas . ; A . McQueen , P . S . ; J . T . Taylor , ist Asst . Soj . ; and G . Gable , 2 nd Asst . Soj . Comp . J . Mattey , I . P . / .., was presented

with a handsome and valuable P . Z . s jewel on retiring from from the first chair Comp . Penfold was accorded a hearty vote of . thanks for his services as Installing Officer that day , and then the chapter was closed . The banquet was partaken of at the Earl of Chatham Arms , Woolwich , and Bro . G . Cashfield , the host , was complimented on its excellence . Among the other companions present were Comps . R . J . Warren , P . Z ., P . Z . 1472 , P . P . Asst . G . Soj . Essex ; VV . Tailbey , P . Z . ; H . S . Syer , P . Z . ; and D . Jenkins , of the chapter ; C . Jolly . P . Z . 1472 , P . Z . and Scribe E . 21 S 4 , P . P . G . Std . Br " . Essex ; Capt . W . Weston , P . Z . 17 S 9 ; and j . D . Brooks , 013 .

The usual loyal and Grand Chapter toasts having been honoured , Comp . Mattey proposed the toast of "The M . E . Z ., " who , he said , was well known to them and well known as an excellent worker , both in the Craft and Royal Arch Degrees . He trusted they would rally round their M . E . Z ., and give him that support by their presence that was so necessary to the success of his year of ofiice , I le had asked several of the brethren of the good old mother lodge—the Union Waterlooto join them , and hoped to be able to give their esteemed M . E . Z . an opportunity of showing what he could do at their next meeting . I le asked them to drink their M . E . Z . 's health in bumpers .

The M . E . Z ., in response , said he rose with feelings of pleasure to know that he had been installed by so splendid a worker and esteemed Mason as Comp . Penfold , and also that there were present so many with whom he had been associated in the town of Wcolwich . Although at present not residing in thc town or district , yet hc could assure them that , though absent in body , in sp irit he was with them . That night was one of the most pleasant in the recollections of his life , and would be a pleasant memory for many years to come . With regard to the chapter , he must take exception to thc too llattering

emarks of their Comp . Mattey that he ( the M . E . Z . ) "was perfect in his workingof the ritual of the chapter , " but he would say that no effort on his side should be wanting to make himself as perfect as it was possible , so that the impression made by the work upon the mind of an exaltee might thereby be of a more lasting nature than a mere perfunctory rendering would be . In conclusion , he heartily thanked them for their cordial reception of the toast . The toast of " The Second and Third Principals " was duly honoured . In responding to an enthusiastic reception of his name as " Installing Officer , "

Comp . Penfold said he felt somewhat flattered at the special toast just proposed by their First Principal , and as he had referred to his long connection with the people of Woolwich , he ( Comp . Penfold ) would say that during a residence there of some 37 years he had become acquainted with most of them , either in Masonic , parochial , or social life . He then referred to his long connection with the grand old chapter , which was founded in 1 S 27 , and also with the Pattison Chapter , of which he was a founder , and of his desire and determination to keep up that connection as long as he lived . Hc

trusted they would have some good live members introduced , as Comp . Porter had said , during their M . E . Z . ' s yearof ofiice . It afforded him the greatest pleasure to come down and install the Principals . Every one did his best , and if his best pleased them , he was pleased also . He trusted that many of them might live to see that chapter a centenary one and wear the centenary jewel , and , above all , to kindly remember those who had borne the " heat and labour of the day " in the " long before . " Comp . Weston , in responding for "The Visitors , " said he had been deeply

impressed by the splendid working of Comp . Penfold as Installing Officer . He , himself , was installed by Comp . Penfold in the Ubique Chapter , and he was proud to say that Comp . Penfold was unanimously elected an honorary member of thc Ubique Chapter for ihe many valuable services rendered it by him . He was an old member of the Union Waterloo Chapter , and hoped , in the near future , to renew his membership

with it . Comp . Hastings , as a companion of the High Cross Chapter , at Dartford , thanked the companions for their hearty welcome , and promised one and all a pleasant evening should they ever visit the High Cross . Comp . C . Jolly also briefly responded , and " The P . Zs ., " " Officers , " and Janitor's toast concluded thc proceedings , which were enlivened by some excellent singing by Comps . Mattey , Crowdy , McQueen , Brooks , and Jolly .

Sincerity Chapter , No . 189 . Theinstallation meeting took place at the Town Hall , East Stonehouse , on the 24 th ult ., when a large number of companions were present , including many P . Zs ., as well as several visitors . The minutes of the previous meeting having been conlirmed , the M . E . Z . exalted a candidate to thc Degree of U . K . A ., and then proceeded to install thc J ' lincmals for thc ensuinir vear . nerforminir the whole of the ceremonies in an excellent

and impressive [ manner , worthy of all praise . The officers for the ensuing year are—Comps . J . Parker , M . E . Z . ; F . IC . Sach , II . ; J . Pilluck , ) . ; C . Dunsterville , Treas . ; G . Dunsterville , S . E . ; L . I licks , S . N . j W . Harvey , P . S . ; G . Chamberlain , 1 st A . S . ; Major Edyvean , 2 nd A . S . ; G . Gould , D . C . ; and J . Gidley , Janitor . This chapter has considerably increased its strength during the past year , and its finances are in a flourishing condition .

Royal Arch.

Unity Chapter , No . 1151 . A meeting of this chapter was held ot Ty wardreath , Cornwall , on Tuesday the 25 th ult ., sor the purpose of installing the Principals and other officers for the current year . Comp . Major Shanks _ remains in office as M . E . Z ., having been for the third time re-elected to that distinguished post ; consequently , there were only the Second and Third Principals for installation . Comps . W . I . Samble and F . I . Denison were dul »

installed into the chairs of H . and J . respectively , by Comp . Shanks , who did the work in his usual and faultless style , and was warmly thanked by the companions for the zeal he has displayed in the interests of the chapter and the impressive manner in which he always performs the ceremonies . The other officers inducted were Comps . Perry , Treas . ; Couch , Scribe E . ; Jewell , Scribe N . ; Symons , P . S . ; Toyne , ist Asst . Soj . ; R . H . Denison , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; and Elliott , Janitor .

Star Chapter , No . 1275 . The installation meeting of this very flourishing chapter wis held at the Guildhall Tavern , E . C , on Tuesday , the 25 th ult . Present : Comps . Wm . Eckersall , M . E . Z .: W . R . Barr , H „ M . E . Z . elect ; Hy . Hardman , J ., H . elect ; Charles Woolmer Williams , P . Z ., Treas . ; Thos . Grummant , P . Z ., S . E . ; J . H . Witty , P . S . ; C . N .

McIntyre North , P . Z ., D . C ;; C . Patrick , P . Z ., Janitor ; II . W . Makeham , P . Z . |; Jas . Addington , P . Z . ; VVm . Cowley , P . Z . ; G . G . Benedetti , P . Z . ; Chas . Henry Stone , P . Z . ; J . S . Targett , J . elect ; W . H . Smith , and P . H . Garner . Visitors : Comps . R . J . Wishart , P . Z . 407 , Dist . G . H . Malta ; W . H . C . Crump , 5 S ; G . II . Lewis , M . E . Z . 204 S ; Thos . Fullilove , 73 ; J . Hooper , 1 G 22 ; J . Hallows , 141 ; J . Graham , 1 G 14 ; and R . VV . Benns , J . 507 .

The minutes of the previous convocation were read and confirmed . A conclave of First Principals was formed , and Comp . W . R . Barr , M . E . Z . elect , was installed into the first chair by Comp . T . Grummant , P . Z . A conclave of Second Principals was formed , and Comp . W . R . Barr , M . E . Z ., installed Comp . Henry Hardman into the second chair . A conclave of Third Principals was formed , and Comp . Hy . Hardman , H ., installed Comp . J . S . Targett , J . elect , into the third chair . The installations were rehearsed in a perfect and very impressive manner . Comp . W . Eckersall , I . P . Z ., resumed

thc chair , and a ballot was taken for Bro . P . H . Garner , P . M . 217 , and , proving unanimous , he was exalted into Royal Arch Masonry by the I . P . Z . in an excellent manner , Comps . Barr and Hardman giving the symbolical and historical lectures respectively very commendably . Comp . Barr , M . E . Z ., resumed the chair , and appointed and invested his officers for the ensuing year as follows : Comps . Chas . W . Williams , P . Z ., Treas . ; T . Grummant , P . Z ., S . E . ; J . H . Witty , S . N . ; Geo . Wyatt , P . S . ; H . Lindsay , ist A . S . ; A . Cogliati , 2 nd A . S . ; C . N . McIntyre North , P . Z ., D . C . ; and Chas . Patrick , P . Z , Janitor . The M . E . Z . rose , and , in very appropriate terms ,

pre-TUB M . E . Z , sented a Past Principal's jewel to Comp . Wm . Eckersall , I . P . Z ., for the able manner he had performed the duties for thc past year . Comp . Eckersall acknowledged the kind remarks of the M . E . Z . and also the kindness of the companions in voting him the handsome jewel , which he should gleatly prize . A candidate for exaltation was

proposed for the next convocation , which augurs well . A letter of apology was received from Comp . C . Meierhoff , P . Z ., tor inability to attend , and acknowledging with gratitude the deep sympathy of the companions in his severe bereavement . The Auditors presented their report , which showed the chapter to be in a most flourishing and sound financial position .

The convocation ended , chapter was closed , and the companions adjourned to an excellent banquet , which was justly appreciated . Banquet ended , the M . E . Z . presented the customary loyal and Royal Arch toasts in befitting terms , which were cordially received . That of "The Pro G . Z , G . H ., and G . J ., with the rest of the Grand Officers , " received its measure of praise at the hands of the M . E . Z ., who stated that they were most able , and always willing- to do their utmost for the good of Royal Arch Masonry . He had great pleasure in coupling with the toast a very old and dear companion , Comp . J . Wishart , Dist . G . H . of Malta .

Comp . Wishart , in reply , stated that he was rather taken back at being called upon to respond , not being a Grand Officer of England , but of Malta , where he had performed the different ceremonies upon the same evening , although he was G . H . The population of Malta was of such a migratory kind that it necessitated a companion beintf up to , and ready to perform , any duty he might be required to do . The Grand Olficers of England were companions of such calibre , and always were most capable to perform their various duties . In the Star Chapter , where he had visited for many years , he met

many dear brethren , and he hoped that his visits would continue for many years . " congratulated the M . E . Z . upon attaining the exalted position in his mother chapter . Comp . Wm . Eckersall , I . P . M ,, in proposing the toast of "The M . E . Z ., Comp . )"• R . Barr , " said it was a most pleasing duty which had fallen to his lot for the lirst time . The eyes of all the companions in the chapter had been fixed upon the M . E . /; . for some long time as one eminently fitted for the position , he having filled the subordinate offices in such an efficient manner . The M . E . Z . was a constant attendant of the

Star Chapter of Instruction , under so able a Preceptor as Comp . T . Grummant , P-I- ' and no wonder of his capable working . He hoped that Comp . Barr would have several exaltees , and hc was confident that the exaltation ceremony would be worked with d ' ' tinguished credit to the M . E . Z . One other cause for congratulation was thc prosperity of the chapter , and he felt confident at the close of the year the balance would be shl ' larger to the credit of the Star Chapter . He would ask the companions to drink to In " toast in bumpers , which was most cordially replied to . , In reply , the M . E . Z . said hc was deeply sensible of the very kind remarks of '"

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the less indebted to him ; and knowing the great punctuality of makers of jewels and artificers of gems of all kinds , he had not that jewel in his possession , although he would have it in a few days—Bro . Neville wore that jewel which the brethren kept in their own hearts—the jewel of his great Masonic fame . ( Cheers . ) Bro . Henry Neville , I . P . M ., in acknowledging the toast , said it always affected him when he heard anything said about himself , and strange to say it always clogged the brain and the little memory he happened to possess . The Drury Lane Lodge was to him a child which was growing up into splendid , magnificent manhood , and the honour that

had been bestowed upon him by the brethren retaining him for their Master two years was one he should never , never forget . Hc could not expect it or anticipate it , and when one had one jewel he did not expect to have another attached to it for a second year . It was an enormous pride to him to know that he had performed the duties of this lodge to the satisfaction of the brethren ; that had been his one great object ; his object was not to work up to a Past Master , because , strange to say , he practically objected to everything that had passed ; that was in all their bosoms ; they did not like past—past glory , past honour , a woman

who was past ; it did not sound quite nice ; but , thank God I there was a consolation in being a Past Master because a P . M . retained an honour and a privilege which was enjoyed by their worthy Past Grand Treasurer , Edward Terry , and the rest of the Grand Officers in England of visiting as a P . M . the Grand Lodge and taking part in those exquisite , magnificent , services which were scattered over the country on behalf of the poor and the old , men and women , and the orphan children , boys and girls . ( Hear , hear . ) That seemed to him a sort of sweet bosom on which every Past Master might repose—the bosom of Charity—Charity that was past , to put a crown upon one's

life , and give the crown of glory , and of joy , and rejoicing , which he spoke of in the installation ceremony , which should continue when time with him should be no more . ( Cheers . ) Until that time he should be at the service of the brethren , and from his heart of hearts he thanked them all for the kindness and honour he had received for any service he had rendered . No Master was ever better served by his officers , and he expressed his gratitude for that service . It gave him the extremest pride to see them come up to the chair , and to see Bro . Maxwell there that night . ( Applause ) . Bros . James Fernandez , P . M ., and Bro . Oscar Barrett , P . M ., also replied . After the toast of "The Officers" had been honoured and replied to , the Tyler ' s toast was given , and the brethren separated .

Royal Arch.

Royal Arch .

Union Waterloo Chapter , No . 13 . The installation meeting of the above chapter took place on Wednesday , the 26 th ult ., at Freemasons' Hall , Plumstead , when Comps . W . H . Keeble was installed as M . E . Z . ; G . Porter , as H . ; and H . Crowdy , as J . Comp . A . Penfold , P . Z . 913 and 1472 , P . P . G . ist Asst . Soj . Kent , was the Installing Officer , and did his work splendidly . The M . E . Z . invested his officers as follows : Comp . G . Kennedy , P . Z ., S . E . ; W . J , Crowdy , S . N . ; Capt . G . Spinks , P . Z ., Treas . ; A . McQueen , P . S . ; J . T . Taylor , ist Asst . Soj . ; and G . Gable , 2 nd Asst . Soj . Comp . J . Mattey , I . P . / .., was presented

with a handsome and valuable P . Z . s jewel on retiring from from the first chair Comp . Penfold was accorded a hearty vote of . thanks for his services as Installing Officer that day , and then the chapter was closed . The banquet was partaken of at the Earl of Chatham Arms , Woolwich , and Bro . G . Cashfield , the host , was complimented on its excellence . Among the other companions present were Comps . R . J . Warren , P . Z ., P . Z . 1472 , P . P . Asst . G . Soj . Essex ; VV . Tailbey , P . Z . ; H . S . Syer , P . Z . ; and D . Jenkins , of the chapter ; C . Jolly . P . Z . 1472 , P . Z . and Scribe E . 21 S 4 , P . P . G . Std . Br " . Essex ; Capt . W . Weston , P . Z . 17 S 9 ; and j . D . Brooks , 013 .

The usual loyal and Grand Chapter toasts having been honoured , Comp . Mattey proposed the toast of "The M . E . Z ., " who , he said , was well known to them and well known as an excellent worker , both in the Craft and Royal Arch Degrees . He trusted they would rally round their M . E . Z ., and give him that support by their presence that was so necessary to the success of his year of ofiice , I le had asked several of the brethren of the good old mother lodge—the Union Waterlooto join them , and hoped to be able to give their esteemed M . E . Z . an opportunity of showing what he could do at their next meeting . I le asked them to drink their M . E . Z . 's health in bumpers .

The M . E . Z ., in response , said he rose with feelings of pleasure to know that he had been installed by so splendid a worker and esteemed Mason as Comp . Penfold , and also that there were present so many with whom he had been associated in the town of Wcolwich . Although at present not residing in thc town or district , yet hc could assure them that , though absent in body , in sp irit he was with them . That night was one of the most pleasant in the recollections of his life , and would be a pleasant memory for many years to come . With regard to the chapter , he must take exception to thc too llattering

emarks of their Comp . Mattey that he ( the M . E . Z . ) "was perfect in his workingof the ritual of the chapter , " but he would say that no effort on his side should be wanting to make himself as perfect as it was possible , so that the impression made by the work upon the mind of an exaltee might thereby be of a more lasting nature than a mere perfunctory rendering would be . In conclusion , he heartily thanked them for their cordial reception of the toast . The toast of " The Second and Third Principals " was duly honoured . In responding to an enthusiastic reception of his name as " Installing Officer , "

Comp . Penfold said he felt somewhat flattered at the special toast just proposed by their First Principal , and as he had referred to his long connection with the people of Woolwich , he ( Comp . Penfold ) would say that during a residence there of some 37 years he had become acquainted with most of them , either in Masonic , parochial , or social life . He then referred to his long connection with the grand old chapter , which was founded in 1 S 27 , and also with the Pattison Chapter , of which he was a founder , and of his desire and determination to keep up that connection as long as he lived . Hc

trusted they would have some good live members introduced , as Comp . Porter had said , during their M . E . Z . ' s yearof ofiice . It afforded him the greatest pleasure to come down and install the Principals . Every one did his best , and if his best pleased them , he was pleased also . He trusted that many of them might live to see that chapter a centenary one and wear the centenary jewel , and , above all , to kindly remember those who had borne the " heat and labour of the day " in the " long before . " Comp . Weston , in responding for "The Visitors , " said he had been deeply

impressed by the splendid working of Comp . Penfold as Installing Officer . He , himself , was installed by Comp . Penfold in the Ubique Chapter , and he was proud to say that Comp . Penfold was unanimously elected an honorary member of thc Ubique Chapter for ihe many valuable services rendered it by him . He was an old member of the Union Waterloo Chapter , and hoped , in the near future , to renew his membership

with it . Comp . Hastings , as a companion of the High Cross Chapter , at Dartford , thanked the companions for their hearty welcome , and promised one and all a pleasant evening should they ever visit the High Cross . Comp . C . Jolly also briefly responded , and " The P . Zs ., " " Officers , " and Janitor's toast concluded thc proceedings , which were enlivened by some excellent singing by Comps . Mattey , Crowdy , McQueen , Brooks , and Jolly .

Sincerity Chapter , No . 189 . Theinstallation meeting took place at the Town Hall , East Stonehouse , on the 24 th ult ., when a large number of companions were present , including many P . Zs ., as well as several visitors . The minutes of the previous meeting having been conlirmed , the M . E . Z . exalted a candidate to thc Degree of U . K . A ., and then proceeded to install thc J ' lincmals for thc ensuinir vear . nerforminir the whole of the ceremonies in an excellent

and impressive [ manner , worthy of all praise . The officers for the ensuing year are—Comps . J . Parker , M . E . Z . ; F . IC . Sach , II . ; J . Pilluck , ) . ; C . Dunsterville , Treas . ; G . Dunsterville , S . E . ; L . I licks , S . N . j W . Harvey , P . S . ; G . Chamberlain , 1 st A . S . ; Major Edyvean , 2 nd A . S . ; G . Gould , D . C . ; and J . Gidley , Janitor . This chapter has considerably increased its strength during the past year , and its finances are in a flourishing condition .

Royal Arch.

Unity Chapter , No . 1151 . A meeting of this chapter was held ot Ty wardreath , Cornwall , on Tuesday the 25 th ult ., sor the purpose of installing the Principals and other officers for the current year . Comp . Major Shanks _ remains in office as M . E . Z ., having been for the third time re-elected to that distinguished post ; consequently , there were only the Second and Third Principals for installation . Comps . W . I . Samble and F . I . Denison were dul »

installed into the chairs of H . and J . respectively , by Comp . Shanks , who did the work in his usual and faultless style , and was warmly thanked by the companions for the zeal he has displayed in the interests of the chapter and the impressive manner in which he always performs the ceremonies . The other officers inducted were Comps . Perry , Treas . ; Couch , Scribe E . ; Jewell , Scribe N . ; Symons , P . S . ; Toyne , ist Asst . Soj . ; R . H . Denison , 2 nd Asst . Soj . ; and Elliott , Janitor .

Star Chapter , No . 1275 . The installation meeting of this very flourishing chapter wis held at the Guildhall Tavern , E . C , on Tuesday , the 25 th ult . Present : Comps . Wm . Eckersall , M . E . Z .: W . R . Barr , H „ M . E . Z . elect ; Hy . Hardman , J ., H . elect ; Charles Woolmer Williams , P . Z ., Treas . ; Thos . Grummant , P . Z ., S . E . ; J . H . Witty , P . S . ; C . N .

McIntyre North , P . Z ., D . C ;; C . Patrick , P . Z ., Janitor ; II . W . Makeham , P . Z . |; Jas . Addington , P . Z . ; VVm . Cowley , P . Z . ; G . G . Benedetti , P . Z . ; Chas . Henry Stone , P . Z . ; J . S . Targett , J . elect ; W . H . Smith , and P . H . Garner . Visitors : Comps . R . J . Wishart , P . Z . 407 , Dist . G . H . Malta ; W . H . C . Crump , 5 S ; G . II . Lewis , M . E . Z . 204 S ; Thos . Fullilove , 73 ; J . Hooper , 1 G 22 ; J . Hallows , 141 ; J . Graham , 1 G 14 ; and R . VV . Benns , J . 507 .

The minutes of the previous convocation were read and confirmed . A conclave of First Principals was formed , and Comp . W . R . Barr , M . E . Z . elect , was installed into the first chair by Comp . T . Grummant , P . Z . A conclave of Second Principals was formed , and Comp . W . R . Barr , M . E . Z ., installed Comp . Henry Hardman into the second chair . A conclave of Third Principals was formed , and Comp . Hy . Hardman , H ., installed Comp . J . S . Targett , J . elect , into the third chair . The installations were rehearsed in a perfect and very impressive manner . Comp . W . Eckersall , I . P . Z ., resumed

thc chair , and a ballot was taken for Bro . P . H . Garner , P . M . 217 , and , proving unanimous , he was exalted into Royal Arch Masonry by the I . P . Z . in an excellent manner , Comps . Barr and Hardman giving the symbolical and historical lectures respectively very commendably . Comp . Barr , M . E . Z ., resumed the chair , and appointed and invested his officers for the ensuing year as follows : Comps . Chas . W . Williams , P . Z ., Treas . ; T . Grummant , P . Z ., S . E . ; J . H . Witty , S . N . ; Geo . Wyatt , P . S . ; H . Lindsay , ist A . S . ; A . Cogliati , 2 nd A . S . ; C . N . McIntyre North , P . Z ., D . C . ; and Chas . Patrick , P . Z , Janitor . The M . E . Z . rose , and , in very appropriate terms ,

pre-TUB M . E . Z , sented a Past Principal's jewel to Comp . Wm . Eckersall , I . P . Z ., for the able manner he had performed the duties for thc past year . Comp . Eckersall acknowledged the kind remarks of the M . E . Z . and also the kindness of the companions in voting him the handsome jewel , which he should gleatly prize . A candidate for exaltation was

proposed for the next convocation , which augurs well . A letter of apology was received from Comp . C . Meierhoff , P . Z ., tor inability to attend , and acknowledging with gratitude the deep sympathy of the companions in his severe bereavement . The Auditors presented their report , which showed the chapter to be in a most flourishing and sound financial position .

The convocation ended , chapter was closed , and the companions adjourned to an excellent banquet , which was justly appreciated . Banquet ended , the M . E . Z . presented the customary loyal and Royal Arch toasts in befitting terms , which were cordially received . That of "The Pro G . Z , G . H ., and G . J ., with the rest of the Grand Officers , " received its measure of praise at the hands of the M . E . Z ., who stated that they were most able , and always willing- to do their utmost for the good of Royal Arch Masonry . He had great pleasure in coupling with the toast a very old and dear companion , Comp . J . Wishart , Dist . G . H . of Malta .

Comp . Wishart , in reply , stated that he was rather taken back at being called upon to respond , not being a Grand Officer of England , but of Malta , where he had performed the different ceremonies upon the same evening , although he was G . H . The population of Malta was of such a migratory kind that it necessitated a companion beintf up to , and ready to perform , any duty he might be required to do . The Grand Olficers of England were companions of such calibre , and always were most capable to perform their various duties . In the Star Chapter , where he had visited for many years , he met

many dear brethren , and he hoped that his visits would continue for many years . " congratulated the M . E . Z . upon attaining the exalted position in his mother chapter . Comp . Wm . Eckersall , I . P . M ,, in proposing the toast of "The M . E . Z ., Comp . )"• R . Barr , " said it was a most pleasing duty which had fallen to his lot for the lirst time . The eyes of all the companions in the chapter had been fixed upon the M . E . /; . for some long time as one eminently fitted for the position , he having filled the subordinate offices in such an efficient manner . The M . E . Z . was a constant attendant of the

Star Chapter of Instruction , under so able a Preceptor as Comp . T . Grummant , P-I- ' and no wonder of his capable working . He hoped that Comp . Barr would have several exaltees , and hc was confident that the exaltation ceremony would be worked with d ' ' tinguished credit to the M . E . Z . One other cause for congratulation was thc prosperity of the chapter , and he felt confident at the close of the year the balance would be shl ' larger to the credit of the Star Chapter . He would ask the companions to drink to In " toast in bumpers , which was most cordially replied to . , In reply , the M . E . Z . said hc was deeply sensible of the very kind remarks of '"

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